Kicks Deals Shares 20 Reasons Why the Air Jordan III Is the Best Sneaker of All-Time

Sneakerheads can debate for hours when it comes to the best sneakers of all-time. With all the brands, categories, and colorways out there, everyone's list would truly be unique and filled with a wide range of styles. Without a shadow of a doubt, one of the sneakers you would likely find on many lists would be the coveted Air Jordan III, which is regarded as the best Air Jordan model. Kicks Deals takes it a step further and believes that the Air Jordan III is the best sneaker of all-time. They list the 20 reasons, which you can check out here.



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NatStar - THE REUP2 (Summer Edition) EP

In partnership with reupspot.com, NatStar sends "THE REUP 2" (2 of 3) Series.

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Smoke DZA - LCR (Lights, Camera, Rugby)

Check out the Audible Doctor produced track featuring Smoke DZA off the upcoming "Forever Madness: The Randy Savage EP". Stream the track below!!!

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Future - T-Shirt (Official Music Video)

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New Music [Audio] @DymeADuzin Feat. @kehlanimusic) "Stay Up” #HiPHOPE

Atlantic Records artist Dyme-A-Duzin put in some work with the lovely singer/songwriter Kehlani this past month; and the creative chemistry was amazing! A collision of beautiful energy enveloped this increasingly common story of young jetsetters out here grinding, and finding the time to "Stay Up," if only for a quick call to touch base. This set a nice tone for Dyme's HiP HOPE, and Kehlani's Cloud 19 projects are dropping soon. Visit Dyme-A-Duzin's official website iamdyme.com for updates.

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QUE feat. August Alsina - Diamonds

GFCnewyork-OurCulture sends the track Diamonds by QUE featuring BET Award Winner August Alsina and produced by Jazzy Feezy.  Stream & Download the track below!!!

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Ugly Heroes - Naysayers & Playmakers

Mello Music Group sends the track Naysayers & Playmakers by Ugly Heroes, produced by Apollo Brown.  Stream the track below!!!

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Parade (Explicit) ft. Audio Push

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Jennifair (@iamjennifair) - Lookin Ass (Explicit) 1985 New York Graffiti

Jennifair delivers another verbal assassination over Nicki Minaj "Lookin Ass Ni**a" track per fan request. Take notice of the homage paid to old school New York with the selection of this video location. There are not many buildings like this left in some neighborhoods.

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Soul Providers (@_SoulProviders) x Reminiscing

Directed and edited by Astro King Phoenix 

More Music at Soundcloud.com/soulproviders

Follow members @jaybeacon206 @iam_Kuddy @_JustDoLo

For bookings and inquires email soulproviders@rocketmail.com

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New Mixtape: Ka$h Akbar (@KashAkbar) - Good Intentions

Kash Akbar and 100K Present, his debut album, "Good Intentions" produced by Jam-All Productions. The 11 track album features a powerful assist by the soulful young songstress Miss Toi Whitney. Kash Akbar is a young entrepreneur/artist from the Greater New Orleans area, now making footprints around the globe with his music and new clothing brand, 100K. In a city where being ignorant is deemed cool, Kash takes his generation on a play by play journey of what being positive, and striving for the very best can achieve. The careful construction and time put into the project shows that the origin of hip hop runs deep with this artist. Old heads are gonna vibe to this too! Follow Kash Akbar on social media networks @KashAbar for events and media updates.

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Track list

1. Feel Me (Intro) 02:19

2. Lately 03:46

3. A Working Woman 04:46

4. The Statement ft Toi Whitney 03:15

5. The Bottom 05:02

6. No Days Off 02:56

7. Get Mine Ft Toi Whitney 04:04

8. God's Gift 03:46

9. tomorrow 03:22

10. The Price Of Fame Ft Toi Whitney 03:54

11. Never Change Ft Toi Whitney 04:03

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Video: Chase N. Cashe (@ChaseNCashe) – Prozac

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[Mixtape] D Lux (@DLuxMusic) "No Filters Chapter 1" Hosted by DJ Khaled & Prod by @DJPain1

Cash Money Record's Mel Smith introduces Milwaukee Wisconsin artist ‘D Lux,’ to the world with his debut release hosted by DJ Khaled, "No Filters: Chapter 1." D Lux has partnered with some of the most powerful executives in music to deliver a sexy, and vibrant new sound.The highly anticipated debut release, "No Filters" is being hosted by the hottest in the game; none other than We The Best Music Group's own DJ Khaled. D Lux has been traveling promoting his brand and release including exclusive private listening events such as Savoy Inglewood BET Awards Pre-Show Party. No Filters Chapter 1 features include the legendary Project Pat, Ace Hood, K-Camp, Trae the Truth, Mista Fab, and Paul Wall. Written in part by Award Winning Songwriter Traxx Sanders and Produced by DJ Pain 1, this mixtape is a satisfying 17 track, no skip experience. Download the Exclusive on DatPiff here:

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Take the journey with D Lux by following social media handle @DLuxMusic on Instagram, Twitter, and Vine.

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10th Annual A3C Festival | First Artist Announcement

We are only 3 Months away from the 10th Anniversary A3C Festival in Atlanta, GA!  2014 A3C will include 500+ performances from some of Hip-Hop’s most exciting and renowned artists & DJs from across the world.  Today, we start announcing our 2014 Artist line-up, featuring:

Black Thought w/ J. Period, The LOX (Jadakiss, Styles P & Sheek Louch), Scarface, Mystikal & Juvenile, Sean Price, Buck Shot, Smif N Wesson, Jarren Benton, Cyhi The Prynce, Project Pat, Prince Paul, Masta Ace, Cormega, Da Beatminerz and many more!

Black Thought (of The Roots) and J. Period will headline Okayplayer's 2nd Annual Best Block Party Ever!  The Best Block Party Ever is an all ages, block party on Sunday, Oct 12th that will close out the 10th Annual A3C Festival.  The annual block party invites A3C attendees and the city of Atlanta to the Old Fourth Ward district to enjoy art, food, drinks, games and some of Hip-Hop’s most iconic artists and DJs. 

A3C is also bringing the Duck Down BBQ to Atlanta.  Performances by Boot Camp Clik featuring Sean Price, Buck Shot, Smif N Wesson and many more!  The Duck Down BBQ will take place on Saturday, Oct 11th and will be hosted by Vashtie.

2014 A3C Festival Passes Available HERE

A3C has become a cultural institution and an incomparable platform to reach and interact with the tastemakers, organizations, brands and artists within the hip-hop community.  Activate your brand at the 10th Anniversary Showcase.  More Info HERE

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Dee - 1 - O.D. On Life Ft. Stalley

After receiving an amazing response to Free Lunch and Sallie Mae, Dee-1 enlisted the aid of Maybach Music Group's Stalley to remix the critically-acclaimed, "O.D. On Life". Produced by Jaymison Beverly, and mixed by mixed by Stiv.

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SCOTTY ATL - OTR2SJ EP

Scion AV sends the new EP from Scotty ATL, Scion AV Presents: OTR2SJ, is now available for free streaming and download. The six-song release finds that rising Atlanta rapper further differentiating himself in both the local and national hip-hop world. A soulful and fiery talent, he is truly an MC to be watched.

Scion AV Presents: OTR2SJ is a sample-free affair. The majority of the songs were produced by DJ Burn One and the 5PMG team, while Childish Major and Prolyfic handled the other two tracks. The EP also features guest verses from Killer Mike, Trouble and Rich the Kid.  Stream & Download the EP below!!!

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The Best Retro Sneakers of 2014 (So Far)

We live in a culture obsessed with things from the past. For sneakerheads, that means the re-issue of sneakers from yesteryear. For better or worse, sneaker brands consistently release models from their back archives and keep people waiting to see what's going to be rummaged from the dust. 2014 has been no different.

There are models that make us scratch our heads and say, "Why did that get retroed?" There are also plenty of sneakers Complex were glad got re-released. And, surprise, they're not just '90s basketball sneakers, either. To see what Complex has been waiting for that's released somewhere between January and the end of June, check out The Best Retro Sneakers of 2014 (So Far).  CLICK HERE



Source: Complex

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Curren$y (@CurrenSy_Spitta) - "House Shoes" Prod. Thelonious Martin (@KingThelonious)

On the heels of Drive-In Theater, Curren$y drops a new song and music video, "House Shoes", produced by Thelonious Martin. Pilot Talk 3 coming soon.

Video Shot/Edited by - Ambition_is_Art

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YG talks Ever considering the excessive use of the N-Word in 'My hitta' ...

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Alice Coachman First Black Woman To Win Olympic Gold Dies in Georgia

ALBANY, Ga. (AP) -- The first black woman to win an Olympic gold medal, Alice Coachman Davis, has died at age 90 in south Georgia.

Davis' daughter, Evelyn Jones, says her mother died early Monday morning in Albany. Vera Williams, a secretary at Meadows Funeral Home in Albany, says Meadows will be handling Davis' memorial service but plans haven't been finalized yet.

Davis won Olympic gold in the high jump at the 1948 games in London. She was inducted into the U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame in 2004.

Davis attended Tuskegee University and won 25 national track and field championships - including 10 consecutive high jump titles.

She was the only American woman to win a gold medal at the 1948 games, and retired at age 25 after winning Olympic gold.



Source:  AP - Sports

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[Mixtape] Various Artists #FlightTour Hosted by @djwats01 x @DJShonChicago x @JaiSlowedDown

International mixtape phenomenon DJ Wats of SODMG links up with Tampa's best screw DJ, Jai Slowed Down, & Mixtape king of Chicago DJ Shon to release the super exclusive mixtape "Flight Tour." The project is first of another high demand DJ Wats series, and includes some of the hottest young talent on that wave rap. To book a slot on one of the upcoming mixtapes, contact DJ Wats at watstv@gmail.com. The costs of graphics, and distribution are covered by the DJ; so artists should be prepared to invest a small administrative fee.

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Video: LeBron James Going Back to Cleveland

LeBron James pens an article via Sports Illustrated's Lee Jenkis saying, "My relationship with Northeast Ohio is bigger than basketball" explaining his reasons for returning to his home town. The 29 year old forward details Miami as a sort of training ground, and has no regrets about his decision to play there. Grateful to the HEAT organization for molding an overall better person, and player, LeBron goes on to discuss his goals in leadership:

"I think I can help Kyrie Irving become one of the best point guards in our league. I think I can help elevate Tristan Thompson and Dion Waiters. And I can’t wait to reunite with Anderson Varejao, one of my favorite teammates."

According to the article, there will be no press conference or celebratory coverage. "King James" as fans affectionately refer to the player, is ready to get right down to business. HEAT owner Micky Arison expressed his disappointment on Twitter.

I am shocked & disappointed in today's news. However I will never forget what Lebron brought us for 4 years. Thanks for memories @KingJames — Micky Arison (@MickyArison) July 11, 2014

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New York Remembers Graffiti Legend Jason "DG" Wulf

42 year old Queens, New York Graffiti Artist Jason Wulf, affectionately known as DG, was killed last week at 25th Street Station in Sunset Park. . Police made the discovery just before 10 p.m. on Wednesday night. Some sources speculate DG may have been tagging, or preparing to; while others say he would have never gone out alone on the third rail to tag at night. As the heart-wrenching mystery unfolds, one thing is for certain - DG was loved, and well respected. Even from afar, many people grew up admiring movements like DG's New Wave Crew, imitating breaking moves, and becoming artists in modeled after such legends. When the news broke on social media, hundreds of people referenced the 80's classic film "Beat Street" for its' tragic familiarity. I hope we as a society show that we appreciate true hip hop culture more, and pay respect to these artists when they are here to physically receive it. Our prayers of comfort go out to family and friends. 

Artists

ZIM (AOK)

DG (NWC)

Music

"Happy Warrior Medley"

I-CUE

INGENIOUS MUSIC

Photography

FUBZ

PRE459

JAYDEE QUEENS

SALTINI

Art & Animation Department

JAYDEE QUEENS

SOMATIK

Producers

JAYDEE QUEENS

SERGE MILLI

FUBZ

Creator/Executive Producer/Editor

SERGE MILSTEIN

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The Best New Sneakers of 2014 (So Far)

There are more sneaker releases each week than most can remember. We're halfway through 2014, and there have been enough amazing (and not so amazing) sneakers to last us until the end of the year. But at this junction, it's time to decide which cream has risen to the top of the sneaker world right now.

That's right, Complex is counting down the best sneakers of the year, but Complex is not adding everything to their list. For this ranking, they've compiled the best new sneakers and collaborations (no retros) of the past six months. The list includes wins from adidas, Jordan Brand, Nike, ASICS, New Balance, and more. There are even high-fashion sneakers on here, too. Agree or disagree, here are The Best New Sneakers of 2014 (So Far).               CLICK HERE


Source: Complex

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NatStar - Blue Moon

REUPSPOT sends the track "Blue Moon" by NatStar, featured on his upcoming summer EP, "The REUP 2".  Stream & Download the track below!!!

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B.o.B - Swing My Way ft. Sevyn Streeter

B.o.B is unleashing his No Genre Part 2 mixtape today July 9th, and we get a glimpse of what the project will sound like courtesy of a new collaboration with Sevyn Streeter.

The song riffs on KP & Envy’s 90′s jam “Swing My Way”, with Sevyn Streeter handling hook duties, while Bobby lays down the verses.

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[New Mixtape] Mailman (@MAILMANBOOMIN) - "Creative Will" Hosted By DJ @ReddSlick

Mailman teams up with DJ Redd Slick to bring us another Gutta Connection entitled "Creative Will." The project knocks on mainstreams door while remaining true to underground New Orleans Sound. If you're a fan of UGK or Juvenile, you will love Mailman's gutta, edgy sound. Listen and download below, and check out his visual for the Trophies freestyle. 

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DeLorean - Picture Me Swangin ft. Mitchelle'l

GFCnewyork-OurCulture sends DeLorean’s newest single, “Picture Me Swangin’” featuring Mitchelle’l. The song was so good that T.I., Mitchelle’l’s big boss under Grand Hustle Records’ management, saw fit to dap up DeLorean on Twitter.

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K Camp - Blessings (Prod. By Young Ex)

TJ's DJ's sends the track Blessing by K Camp, produced by Young Ex.

Impacting Urban Radio on July 21st.  Stream & Download the track below!!!

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A Chilla & Nazo Bravo - Before I Die

Armenian rappers A. Chilla and  Nazo Bravo team up to bring an inspirational visual to this tale of health troubles and medical turmoil.  The story begins with a young healthy man finding out he has cancer; but takes an empowering approach rather than submission to despair. I'm sure we can all agree on one thing here... F*CK cancer! 

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