Browsing the "Jay Z" Tag
JAY-Z Jay-Z, aka Sean Carter, is one of the most successful rappers of all time, having transcended the world of music making to become a multimillionaire business mogul. He has released countless multi-platinum albums, founded Roc-a-Fella records, served as president at Def Jam records, and introduced the world to stars like Kanye West and Rihanna. Most recently his creative output has centered around ‘The Throne’ a group composed of himself and Kanye West.
December 28th, 2011 by John K.
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Just last night Sneaker News broke the news of a possible Nike Air Yeezy 3 in its beginning stages, as Kanye West mysteriously tweeted his desire to ‘sketch’ the Nike Air Yeezy 3. While this news is rather exciting, we still don’t know much about the Nike Air Yeezy 2, except that the tentative release date is currently set at March 23, 2012, and that the group of people who are known to have the Yeezy 2s in their possession is rather exclusive. You can add Kanye’s ‘big brother’ to that list, as Jay-Z was spotted sitting courtside at last night’s Nets/Hawks game wearing the Air Yeezy 2 in the Black/Pink colorway. The Yeezy 2 is apparently a hot courtside-Feet item for the Watch The Throne stars as Kanye West was also seen wearing the Yeezy 2 during the Christmas Day game between the Lakers and Heat. Check out Jay-Z and the Nike Air Yeezy 2 below and stick with Sneaker News for more Yeezy 2 info and updates.
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November 16th, 2011 by John K.
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Just last night Sneaker News gave you a look at a jaw-dropping ‘Watch The Throne’ colorway of the Nike LeBron 9, but guess who was wearing them at the show in Miami? None other than Jay-Z’s NBA superstar pal LeBron James. LBJ has been throwing up the ROC diamond for years due to that close friendship – one that had a few experts and analysts selecting the New Jersey Nets as the ‘Decision’ for LeBron. Again, the Nike LeBron 9 features a Black/Gold colorway with a luxurious graphic print on the inner lining and laces, inspired by the signature works of Givenchy Creative Director Riccardo Tisci. And additional shot awaits you below so take a look and let us know what you think.
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November 15th, 2011 by Sneaker News
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Unless you’ve been living under a cool and damp rock, you already know that ‘Watch The Throne’ Tour by Jay-Z and Kanye West has taken the hip-hop world by storm, thanks to the Jay-Z x Kanye West collaborative album, which was followed by the magnanimous concert tour that has garnered millions of viewers in just a short amount of time. The ‘Watch The Throne’ album and tour will forever be recognized as one of the greatest hip-hop efforts of all-time, and Jay-Z’s NBA Superstar pal LeBron James is getting in the mix. How? Check out the Nike LeBron 9 “Watch The Throne”; set off by a crispy-clean Black/Gold colorway and a translucent outsole, this special edition LeBron 9 is elevated to the level of kingship with an ornately designed inner lining and shoelace combo resembling the Watch The Tour album artwork, which was done by Givenchy Creative Director Riccardo Tisci. Continue reading for detailed shots of the Nike LeBron 9 ‘Watch The Tour’ and stick with Sneaker News for more updates, and let us know if you attended the latest Watch The Throne tour stop, which is currently in Miami! via randomactsofcool.
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November 12th, 2011 by John K.
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The sneakers seen on the feet of Watch The Throne Tour performers Kanye West and Jay-Z have been a hot topic on Sneaker News over the last week. We all know Kanye was rocking the Yeezy 2, so if you were wondering what was on the feet of Jay-Z, it was a pair of all-black Timberlands (once deemed ‘off that’ by Jay-Z himself). However, when it comes to Air Jordans, Jay-Z and the Air Jordan III Black/Cement go hand-in-hand, and again, we get a sighting of the Brooklyn-born rapper wearing the AJ3s while strolling around NYC over the past week. Luckily for Jay-Z, he can re-stock on all the Black/Cement IIIs on Black Friday. Check out the extra shot of Jay-Z wearing his favorite Jays below and let us know what you think. via concreteloop.
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November 10th, 2011 by Aaron Hope
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Where are you Yeezy? That’s a rhetorical question, of course, since we already saw Mr. West and S. Carter on stage for back-to-backs at Madison Square Garden for the epic Watch the Throne tour. Kanye West couldn’t get enough of New York performances and was again seen in the Nike Air Yeezy 2 and black leather pants he’s become so fond of wearing lately, this time on stage at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. This trio of Big Apple concerts proves Kanye has easy access to extra pairs of those black pants; will we ever be able to get our hands on the shoes? Click through to see Kanye in the black/pink Air Yeezy 2 and let us know how they stack up against Jay-Z’s classic black Timberlands.
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November 8th, 2011 by John K.
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The reaction of attendees to the Jay-Z x Kanye West ‘Watch The Throne’ tour can be summed up with one word: Unreal. The most buzzworthy hip-hop concert tour of the last decade continues tonight at Madison Square Garden in New York City – the second show in two days – and keen-eyed concert-goers will probably see Kanye wearing the Air Yeezy 2 in the Black/Pink colorway. If you can’t get enough of the Air Yeezy 2, here we have yet another look at this highly anticipated sneaker release, on the feet of Mr. West during his tour travels. More images below, so take a look and let us know what you think. via TheophilusL/VoYR.
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October 21st, 2011 by John K.
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Streetball legend John Strickland has left a profound and lasting impression on those that surrounded him, as even Jay-Z himself used one of Strick’s coined terms in of his of songs. Strickland was one of those individuals who ‘walked’ the ‘talk’, and Nike Sportswear decided to honor the fallen hero with a pair of Nike Air Force 1 Lows in a classic White/Gum colorway. This ‘Classic for Classic’ approach was well received by sneakerheads and Air Force 1 connoisseurs in particular, and the ‘Finish Your Breakfast’ message on the tongue label was the perfect way to send his message to the younger generation; WEST in New York City has these available right now so head there quickly as supplies are limited, but if you miss out, grab a pair on eBay.
UPDATE: We have been informed by WEST that these will release one week from tomorrow (10/29).
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October 11th, 2011 by John K.
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Jay-Z, Beyonce, and Kanye West recently went out on a ‘family outing’, shopping at a NYC boutique. While the sneakers worn by Jay-Z and ‘kid brother’ Kanye West aren’t anything we haven’t seen before (Kanye probably has countless Infrared VIs sitting in his closet), it’s rather interesting to see two of hip-hops biggest names as well as the most recognizable name in R&B/pop spending some quality time together – a far cry from the hip-hop rivalries in the 90′s, when the best in the game often go toe-to-toe. Check out the celebrity trio after the jump and let us know – what’s your favorite hip-hop rivalry of all-time? via eyeprime.
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