While we still haven't received the official audio for the single, DJ Fresh Direct has already taken it upon himself to add his own flare to Kanye West's latest single "New Slaves." Taking the audio from his recent performance of the single during Saturday Night Live, Fresh Direct reworks the drums and gives the song a more upbeat danceable vibe. As "Yeezy Season" continues to claim the music world, you can check out the remix down below, and for those interested in grabbing a download, you can do so in exchange for a tweet by clicking here. Kanye West's sixth studio album Yeezus is due out June 18.
Happy Born Day Malcolm X & Yuri Kochiyama

Yuri Kochiyama, pictured in the foreground on the right, rushing to his aid right after Malcolm was assassinated.
Just wanted to wish an annual Happy Born Day to two great activists, who were great friends from different backgrounds and born on the same day. To read more of their story, visit this link.
Nike Air Foamposite Pro “Asteroid Gradient”

So the Nike Foamposite took a strange turn when we first laid eyes on the funky “Weatherman” sample, with many of our readers being rather vocal regarding the overtly ornate colorways mocked up by the Nike team. This first look at yet another graphic print on a Foamposite should coerce a similar response for sure, as the Foamposite appears to explore outer space once again with an incredible gradient on the upper and outsole and what appears to be imagery of an asteroid belt. A few more shots are just below, so take a look and let us know what you think of either the gradient treatment or this revisiting of outer space on the Foamposite, and stay tuned to Sneaker News for all Nike Foamposite updates.
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Nike Zoom Hyperflight “Tiger”

The Nike Zoom Hyperflight has had an amazing run ever since it kicked off with the “Super Hero” pack and the series continues this month, with a special Tiger colorway sporting an eye catching stripe pattern. The Shoe is mainly covered in Tiger print featuring Black and Total Orange, finished with a translucent sole. For now, no word on release but rest assure that these babies are one of those “Must Haves” for the Summertime. Let us know your thoughts on these Hyperflight joints!

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Nike Air Foamposite Pro “Asteroid”

Nike continues their Galaxy inspired concepts with another Foamposite Pro, featuring an asteroid like image on the uppers. The strange foam displays a gradient sole and upper, with detailed imagery surely enough to catch anyones attention. As of now, there’s no info on this upcoming foamposite but rest assure that these will be dropping this Summer. Let us know if you’re feeling these.



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Tenacity – Baby’s Gone (prod. Eddie Logix)

BBAS fam Tenacity is gearing up to release his LP, Everything Must Change May 21st and drops off a strong leak for it. As a veteran, I truly appreciate “Baby’s Gone” and it hits close to home as anyone who has served or known someone who has served understands how hard it is to be separated from friends and family for up to a year at times. Then to come back to the civilan world and be expected to “adjust” to “regular life” after seeing extreme violence is really easier said than done. As they say, you’re never the same person you were before you went in.
Unknown Arts Drops Three New Editions (Kozik, Baseman Dok A)
Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG “Black Toe” – Available Early on eBay

If you can’t afford the 1985 OG that Shoezeum is offering (already over $2500 with five days left!), then be sure you’re ready for the ‘new original’. The ‘Black Toe’ Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG takes us all the way back to Michael Jordan’s rookie season, and is slated to arrive on store shelves the Saturday immediately preceding Memorial Day. ’NIKE AIR’ branding has made the other OG 1s extremely popular, but there will also be a restock on the similarly thrown-back Air Jordan III Retro ’88 next Saturday, so which will you pick? Let us know after you’ve seen more below, then grab a pair early from 95soleman on eBay.
Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG
White/Black-Gym Red
555088-184
05/25/13
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En Noir "Off The Wall" | Video

Luxury streetwear brand En Noir sits down with Jay-Z's Life + Times at TriBecA boutique Patron of the The New to talk about the brand's beginnings before eventually establishing itself as one of the brightest brands to emerge in recent times. In particular, brand founders CurT@!n$, Rob Garcia and Jason Wolter revisit their streetwear origins before detailing their passion for the combination of high level technical execution and subdued presentation that goes into their designs. However, quick to remain humble, the three also recall some of the challenges faced in developing the brand which has culminated in their current degree of wider recognition.
2013 Billboard Music Awards Performances (Video)

The 2013 Billboard Music Awards are going down right now at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Vegas with a performance line up which includes Bruno Mars, Chris Brown, Prince, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Miguel and much more. Keep checking this post as we update them with the latest performances.
Chris Brown – Fine China
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis – Thrift Shop
Bruno Mars – Treasure

Spectral Studio: 20 Sq M Space Uses Light & Dark as Decor
The Weekly Swarm: 5/13 – 5/19
Grand Surgeon – Dirty Warfare f. Tragedy Khadafi (Video)
Air Jordan IV “Stealth Oreo” – Available Early on eBay
A Bathing Ape 2013 Spring/Summer "HIEROGLYPH CAMO" Collection
Nike Sweet Trainer – Unreleased Sample
The Monocle Guide to Better Living
Nike Solarsoft Mule Woven Premium “Sport Turquoise”