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50 Cent Reveals His Next Album Will Be His Last

50 Cent has announced that his next album will be his final full-length release. While he will only be making one more mixtape, the hip-hop artist confirmed that this does not mean that he is retiring from music. The rapper and TV mogul last released an album in 2014 titled Animal Ambition. In a recent interview to promote the soon-to-be-released Power spin-off series Force 50 alluded to a recent Instagram post that caused quite the ruckus online since his caption stated, “Smile my next album might be my last.” He comfirmed on The Talk that he will continue to release music but likely, much of it will be attached to his TV projects. In the past, 50 Cent has released a total of five studio albums in his career, Get Rich or Die Tryin in 2003, The Massacre in 2005, Curtis in 2007, Before I Self Destruct in 2009 and Animal Ambition in 2014. With G-Unit, he has released two albums in 2003 and 2008 resepctively. Check out his full interview below.

Sydney Pollack’s 1971 Ferrari 365 GTS/4 Daytona Spider Is Up for Auction

Sydney Pollack’s previously owned 1971 Ferrari 365 GTS is up for auction courtesy of RM Sotheby’s. The vehicle was the 31st of 121 GTS/4 Daytona Spiders produced by Scaglietti in 1971 and 1-of-14 automobiles to feature an Argento Metallizzato bodywork. The convertible was purchased by H.J. Hoff, who later sold the model to Sydney Pollack in 1975. Ferrari’s cutting-edge 365 GTS features a water-cooled, front-facing V12 engine and open-top cabin. The two-seat grand tourer houses a five-speed manual transmission that revs to 259 kW at 7500 rpm with a maximum torque of 431 N⋅m. Academy Award-winning filmmaker Sydney Pollack sold the car to Alberto Amezcua of Mexico City. In 1981, Amezcua was strong-armed into selling the vehicle to a pawn shop owner loosely tied to the Mexican president José López Portillo. The model resurfaced in the States years after and found its way back in Amezcua’s possession, appearing in the 1993 FCA Vintage Ferrari Concours d’Elegance at the Quail Lodge. Vantage Motor Works acquired the vehicle in 1999 and authorized a full-body restoration, which was purchased by RM Sotheby’s. The vehicle has a mere 40,150 miles on the odometer and is auctioning between $2.4 and $2.8 million USD. For more information on the upcoming auction, check out RM Sotheby’s official website.

Kanye West Announces He Currently Has No Plans To "Do a F*cking NFT"

he artist formerly known as Kanye West publicly declared that he currently does not have any interest on creating an NFT. Taking to Instagram to make the announcement, Ye shared a handwritten note stating that his “focus is on building real products in the real world,” which includes real food, clothes and shelter. “STOP ASKING ME TO DO NFT’s I’M NOT FINNA CO-SIGN,” he wrote in the caption. “FOR NOW I’M NOT ON THAT WAVE I MAKE MUSIC AND PRODUCTS IN THE REAL WORLD.” West is currently in the process of creating and releasing DONDA 2, which is set to drop on February 22. Producer Digital Nas recently revealed Ye’s “directives” for the new album: “If it cannot be played at a funeral, childbirth, graduation, a wedding, it will not be on our record.” He added, “We learned a lot from Donda 1. We learned what hit. We learned what was sticking. So we took it from there. It has to be able to be played at four major moments in people’s lives. That’s crazy, right?”

Iconic French Designer Manfred Thierry Mugler Dead at 73

In an official statement made on his Instagram account, iconic French designer Manfred Thierry Mugler has died at age 73. Accompanied by a black square, the statement reads, “We are devastated to announce the passing of Mr. Manfred Thierry Mugler on Sunday January 23rd 2022. May his soul Rest in Peace.” No further details regarding the cause of death have been made available. Born in Strasbourg, France, Mugler established his career in fashion in London, playing a part in the Swinging Sixties movement. Mugler would go on to launch his eponymous fashion house, Mugler, in the 1970s, making a name for himself with his theatrical haute couture defined as avant-garde, architectural and hyperfeminine. Thierry Mugler would officially retire from fashion in 2002 but returned as Creative Adviser for Mugler in 2013. Our condolences to everyone affected by the death of Manfred Thierry Mugler.

Virgil Abloh's Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1 Collab Has a Release Date

This article was published January 3 and updated on January 19. The Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1 sneakers immediately achieved iconic status when first seen in the summer of 2021 and again at Virgil Abloh's final LV runway show. Not hard to see why: they combine three cultural titans (Louis Vuitton, Virgil Abloh, Nike) into a plethora of special colorways both brash and quietly luxe. There's co-branded text done up in Abloh's signature style, quotation marks, monogrammed canvas, succulent leather uppers, references to bootleg culture — everything you'd need for a killer collab. It's worth considering that the launch was rumored to have been planned for late 2021 to coincide with the aforementioned Louis Vuitton runway show and then postponed out of respect for Abloh's passing. Nothing concrete there, of course, but details about these sneakers have been scarce since their reveal despite the impossibly high levels of hype. When asked by Highsnobiety to confirm or deny LV x Nike AF1 release dates in early January 2022, a Louis Vuitton representative explained that the shoes "do not yet have a launch date." However, in early 2022, a French sneaker reseller intimated that the collaborative kicks pointed to a February release date and flexed several pairs in intimate photos. Bear in mind that the rumors came from a sneaker resale site that promises "100% brand new and authentic" sneakers from third party sources. Highsnobiety cannot vouch for either its predictions or its services. Overseen by one Anthony Martin, it doesn't appear to have any particular insider access so it's not immediately clear where it's getting the LV x Nike release information from. In later communications with Louis Vuitton, Highsnobiety confirmed that the shoes' general release is currently not scheduled for February so it just goes to show that you can only take these rumors with a grain of salt. Then , on January 19, LV and Sotheby's announced that the collaborative LV x Nike AF1 will first launch through an auction on Sotheby's website held from January 26 to February 8 with bids beginning at $2,000 — expect them to go for much more by auction's end. According to LV, 200 pairs of the "precious" calf leather sneakers will be available in a wide variety of colors and sizes as part of the sale, and they'll each come with an exclusive orange leather Louis Vuitton pilot case, embossed with the house's monogram, fitted with a matching tag, and packed with adjustable storage that can fit an AF1 of any size. Sotheby's will actually exhibit the luxe kicks in its New York outpost from February 8 onwards so potential buyers and admirers can scope them IRL. The Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1 will eventually see limited commercial launch through LV stores, though not for some time. 1 / 5 Proceeds from the sales will benefit Abloh's Fashion Scholarship Fund for Black students. LV reportedly has several likeminded initiatives to benefit Abloh's charity planned throughout this year and this auction is only the first.

Nigo's Debut Collection Transports KENZO into A New Era

Today, Nigo officially took over the reins from Felipe Oliveira Baptista as KENZO's Creative Director with his debut collection titled, "REAL-TO-WEAR." NIGO's Fall/ Winter Women’s and Men’s Show makes him the first Japanese designer to front the house since its founder Kenzo Takada. Back in 1970 (the year Nigo was born) Takada presented his first fashion show in the Galerie Vivienne on the backdrop of his new shop, Jungle Jap. Five decades later, Nigo makes his own debut for KENZO in the same arcade, "envisioning it as a tunnel toward the future and beyond the borders of fashion." Rather than developing a collection that is wholly street or luxurious, Nigo has taken a different path, taking the Kenzo story as his point of departure. Speaking to Vogue recently he explained, “Seeing the complete Kenzo archive, especially the early pieces from the ’70s, has kind of changed my perception about the entirety of the brand. Previously my perception of it was based very much in the 1980s designer fashion boom that I experienced when I was young in Japan.” Combing the KENZO archives, he came across pieces he had never seen before. His approach to the FW22 show showed a heightened study of pieces over looks, with Souvenir bomber jackets inspired by those historically commissioned in kimono fabrics by the American occupying forces in Japan and Nylon aviation jackets lined in shearling which continue the military theme. The presentation today saw the BAPE founder define his vision for the luxury fashion house: "a meeting between the Maison’s heritage and his own contemporary codes." Takeda's three-button jacket enters into a dialogue with Nigo’s affinity for the subversive sartorialism of British subcultures. Meanwhile, sturdy coverall jackets and workwear emblazoned with the archival Poppy Print reflect Nigo’s idea of “impractical workwear.” The show soundtrack features an exclusive preview of the designer’s upcoming album I Know Nigo with contributions from A$AP Rocky, Kid Cudi, Pharrell Williams, Pusha T, Teriyaki Boyz, Tyler, the Creator and Lil Uzi Vert.

Here’s Your First Look at the sacai x Nike Cortez

Highsnobiety aims to provide our readers with the latest updates in the sneaker world. However, we cannot verify the reliability of any unauthorized leaks or rumors unless this information is provided directly by the brands themselves. Following rumors of a sacai x Nike Cortez, the Japanese label has given us our first official look at the upcoming release via its FW22 collection unveiling. The sneaker, which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, will arrive in at least two colorways. The first is the original white and red pair with blue and gray accents, while the other is a more muted blue and grqy version. Both feature sacai’s signature double-everything approach, including a double Swoosh, tongue, and laces. The sole features a mix between the Cortez’ classic ridged outsole and an Air Zoom bubble at the forefoot taken from some of Nike’s more contemporary designs, such as the Alphafly or Air Zoom Type. The Cortez is Nike’s first-ever shoe, which was designed by Bill Bowerman back when Nike was still Blue Ribbon Sports and distributing sneakers for Onitsuka Tiger (ASICS) in North America. sacai has a tendency to remix iconic archival models with contemporary styles, so it makes total sense that the Cortez is given a new lease of life by the brand during the model’s 50th anniverasry. There’s no word on when the sneakers will be released, though it’s likely we’ll be seeing them later in the year due to their inclusion in the FW22 collection. As always, stay tuned for information as we get it.

Pharrell Announces Tiffany & Co. Collaboration

Amongst the star-studded attendees at NIGO‘s creative directorial debut at Kenzo‘s Fall/Winter 2022 show in Paris, critically acclaimed producer and fashion icon Pharrell Williams was in attendance. While the show marked a historical moment for NIGO, Pharrell also announced his new project by wearing a pair of almond-shaped diamond-encrusted sunglasses, teasing a new design collaboration with Tiffany & Co. He spoke to WWD and said, “Tiffany and I are engaged” and admitted that this was just the “first of many things that I’m gonna do with Tiffany.” When asked about how his collaboration differs from others, Pharrell said, “It’s a partnership…It’s about seeing things differently.” He continued, “I can’t give it all away now. I don’t want to go too much into detail, OK, because we’re here today to celebrate my brother Nigo.” In the past, Pharrell has collaborated with Louis Vuitton in 2008 on a fine jewelry collection based on coats of arms. As a known Chanel ambassador, he is often seen rocking the brand’s iconic necklaces. Since LVMH purchased Tiffany and Co., the brand has released numerous collaborations, recently with the staple skater brand Supreme. There is currently no official word on when Pharrell’s Tiffany and Co. collab will release.

007 Producers Discuss the Possibility of Idris Elba as James Bond

After Daniel Craig concluded his 007 franchise run as James Bond, there was much speculation surrounding who will succeed him for the role of the titular spy agent. Producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson recently spoke with Deadline regarding how they decided on the ending of to kill Daniel Craig’s Bond character. Broccoli said, “The conversation began when we opened Casino Royale and Daniel and I were in Berlin.” She added that they faced additional challenges with alternate endings but stayed true to the original plotline, “Whenever you’re in trouble go back to Fleming.” She also indicated another piece of advice she received from Albert R. “Cubby” Broccoli which was, “Don’t let temporary people make permanent decisions.” Broccoli alluded to the other possibilities of how the next Bond film may unfold, discussing the notions of other 007 spinoff, incorporating a future female director and of course, the largest speculation of all, Idris Elba as the next Jams Bond. Broccoli did not reveal much about their decision on Elba but teased, “We know Idris…he’s a magnificent actor,” further signaling that conversations are happening. Take a listen at the full conversation below.

Unreleased Pusha T Song Debuts During NIGO's Kenzo Paris Fashion Week Show

An unreleased track from Pusha T made its debut during NIGO’s Kenzo Paris Fashion Week show on Sunday. The short clip hears King Push delivering bars over a combo of menacing synths and bright drums, however it was not confirmed whether the song will ever be released. The rapper was present during the runway show, however, hinting that the unreleased cut could be part of I Know NIGO — the creative director’s upcoming album which will feature Pharrell, Kid Cudi, A$AP Rocky, Lil Uzi Vert, Pusha T, Famlay, Tyler, the Creator, the Teriyaki Boyz, Verbal from M-Flo and rapper Wise that NIGO served as DJ for back in the early 2000s. In late August 2021, Pusha announced that his new album was “coming soon” but refused to share details. He was also recently spotted in the studio with Kanye West and A$AP Rocky, where they were presumably working on tracks for DONDA 2.

Balmain, Barbie & the Blockchain

Barbie's world is looking a lot different these days. Following an expansive collaboration with KITH, the doll-maker is once again entering the luxury fashion sphere, this time with Balmain. The French maison, no stranger to the wild world of NFTs, is ushering Barbie into the metaverse with a partnership that straddles the physical and digital world. IRL, the duo have released a ready-to-wear collection of Barbie x Balmain-branded apparel and accessories, rendered almost exclusively in shades of pink (obviously!). Denim jackets, handbags, and T-shirts sport a Barbie-fied version of the Balmain logo, while footwear and knitwear is printed with a hot pink rendering of the house's geometric monogram. On the blockchain, Barbie manufacturer Mattel launched an NFT auction — hosted by @mintnftofficial — offering up three unique Barbie avatars clad in digital renditions of the physical collection. Highest bidders will also receive a physical set of doll-sized Balmain clothing. NFTs continue to reign as the hot topic du jour, thanks to the increasing value of digital collectibles such as Bored Ape Yacht Club, RTFTK's Clone X Avatars, and Cryptopunks. It was only a matter of time before a toymaker as big as Mattel tapped into the blockchain. As the Balmain x Barbie auction approaches close, bids hover around $2,000. Sorry, kids — Balmain's version of the iconic toy isn't playing around.

A$AP Rocky & PacSun Kick Off 2022 With New Vans Collab

Editor's Notes: A$AP Rocky might not be having a baby with Rihanna, but the rapper does have a third Vans drop cooking. Our favorite Fashion Killa stepped out in New York City wearing the new silhouette from his Vans partnership in early December, showcasing the latest fruits from his tenure as PacSun's artistic director. PacSun The artist pulled up to Pacsun's Soho flagship fitted in an ERL puffer and coordinating ERL hoodie, paired with pants from his third AWGE x Needles collection. Finishing off the look are the soon-to-be-released pair of A$AP Wordwide x Vans Slip-Ons, decked out in orange flames that wrap around to the toe. Per PacSun, the shoes will release in early 2022 alongside new pairs of the Slip-On Mule. Back in July, PacSun broke the rather surprising news that A$AP Rocky would join the retailer as its first guest artistic director, a role that reportedly grants Flacko control over designer collaborations, campaigns, and in-store activations. The deal included a series of collaborations with Vans, a brand Rocky has a long history of wearing. "Vans have always been a closet staple," he said of his upcoming drop, which keeps with the fiery theme of his past two releases. Rocky's flame-accented takes on the Old Skool and Slip-On Mule will presumably kick off a full year of Rocky x PacSun drops, including more much-hyped sneakers and apparel.

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