Mixtape Mixup
Rap fans looking forward to a new year cleansed of conflict and bad vibes after a fractious 2024 might not get their wish. Just a day into 2025, Joey Badass seems to staked his claim on the top spot in his hometown’s rap rankings for himself — a position that’s sure to be disputed by […]
When rap fans saw “RIP Wayne” trending on social media today, some of them couldn’t help panicking — then, expressing their relief that the departed musician receiving an outpouring of appreciation online wasn’t Dwayne Carter Jr. (better known as Lil Wayne), but Wayne Osmond, the second-oldest of the ’70s pop-rock group, the Osmond Brothers. Osmond […]
Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to resolve a long-running legal battle accusing it of using its virtual assistant, Siri, to eavesdrop on unsuspecting users. The proposed settlement, filed in federal court in Oakland, California, aims to settle a lawsuit that has been ongoing for five years. The case centers on claims that Apple […]
Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to resolve a long-running legal battle accusing it of using its virtual assistant, Siri, to eavesdrop on unsuspecting users. The proposed settlement, filed in federal court in Oakland, California, aims to settle a lawsuit that has been ongoing for five years. The case centers on claims that Apple […]
The world’s most mysterious fragrance brand has landed in New York City. AVESTAN, a perfume project started by the late Deciem co-founder Brandon Truaxe, is notoriously elusive. It doesn’t advertise, nor does it sell its products online. Until now, it has offered a single, untitled scent, available only at a small store in London’s Soho […]
The world’s most mysterious fragrance brand has landed in New York City. AVESTAN, a perfume project started by the late Deciem co-founder Brandon Truaxe, is notoriously elusive. It doesn’t advertise, nor does it sell its products online. Until now, it has offered a single, untitled scent, available only at a small store in London’s Soho […]
With his latest single “Murder She Wrote,” Sunny Jorge has crafted a track that feels like a true artistic milestone. Featuring the unmistakable vocal flair of Fetty Wap, the song merges two distinct styles to create a moment that’s as empowering as it is memorable. This collaboration marks a clear evolution for Sunny Jorge—both musically […]
Vybz Kartel emerged on-stage for the first time in 13 years, just before midnight on New Year’s Eve in Kingston, Jamaica. A multi-generational swathe of fans, hailing from disparate parts of the island, United States, Canada, United Kingdom and more converged upon Independence Park (National Stadium) to witness the Freedom Street concert. In partnership with Vybz Kartel’s rum brand STR8 VYBZ and […]
Vybz Kartel emerged on-stage for the first time in 13 years, just before midnight on New Year’s Eve in Kingston, Jamaica. A multi-generational swathe of fans, hailing from disparate parts of the island, United States, Canada, United Kingdom and more converged upon Independence Park (National Stadium) to witness the Freedom Street concert. In partnership with Vybz Kartel’s rum brand STR8 VYBZ and […]
Nike’s 2024 retro revival peaked elsewhere but the Nike ACG Exploraid re-release was one of the year’s quietest killer sneakers, rebirthing a classic trail shoe for the modern age. Despite a relative lack of hype, the ACG Exploraid is perhaps one of Nike’s best-looking trail shoes, a masterpiece of streamlined paneling and weight. Shop Nike […]