Culture

Monday Notes for December 2nd, 2024

The December 2nd, 2024 edition of Uristocrat Notes

Sneakers

Aimé Leon Dore / New Balance 997 OG Mismatch

Aimé Leon Dore and New Balance have reintroduced the 997 OG 'Mismatch' sneaker, featuring a deliberate asymmetrical design with premium materials. Released on November 29, 2024, at $220 USD, it's available exclusively through ALD's official channels.

Sports

SpringHill Co, LeBron James’ Media Company, lost almost $30 million in 2023

SpringHill Co, LeBron James’ Media Company, lost almost $30 million in 2023

Sports

Nike 216 Lafayette

Nike's 216 Lafayette Street in SoHo, NYC brings community-first programming — elite training sessions, events, and Hyperice recovery tech — to the culture's center.

Art

Prizm 2024: Year 12 - The Architecture of Liberation

The Prizm Art Fair is an annual event in Miami that showcases contemporary artists from Africa and its diaspora. Established in 2013, Prizm has become a significant platform during Miami Art Week, highlighting diverse artistic expressions and fostering cultural exchange.

Culture Beach Jam 2024

Culture Beach Jam 2024 returns to Polo Beach Club in Accra, Ghana on December 28–29, featuring Omah Lay, King Promise, Kidi, Shallipopi, Joey B, and a full slate of African music and art.

Culture

Wednesday Notes for November 27th, 2024

The November 27th, 2024 edition of Uristocrat Notes

Culture

Tuesday Notes for November 26th, 2024

The November 26th, 2024 edition of Uristocrat Notes

Music

Drake: "UMG and Spotify used bots and payola to make 'Not Like Us' seem popular"

Drake publicly accused Universal Music Group and Spotify of using bots and paid promotion to manufacture the popularity of Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" during their rap beef.

Music

Kendrick Lamar's 'Squabble Up' Video

Kendrick Lamar released the music video for "Squabble Up," one of the standout tracks off his surprise album GNX. The video arrived days after GNX dropped without warning on November 22, 2024.

The Return of the Skyhook: Why Kareem's Adidas Revival Matters for Modern Style

Adidas releases the Jabbar "Suede Pack" on December 5, 2024, reviving Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's iconic signature sneaker — a retro that speaks as much to style legacy as to basketball history.

Culture

Monday Notes for November 25th, 2024

Monday's Uristocrat Notes covers Teedra Moses' Tiny Desk Concert, the Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 "Lakers Home," NFL Week 12 highlights, and Apple's persistent TV ambitions.