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New Study Finds Running to Songs by Avicii, A$AP Rocky, More Combats Mental Fatigue
It comes as no surprise that exercise raises endorphin levels, but a recent study has suggested that listening to specific music while running can help combat mental fatigue. Arriving at a “runner’s high” is ideal, but oftentimes exhaustion can inhibit a person from reaching that level before giving up. According to Science Daily, who analyzed the University of Edinburgh’s study, “The performance of runners who listened to a self-selected playlist after completing a demanding thinking task was at the same level as when they were not mentally fatigued.” The study’s researchers examined 18 fitness enthusiasts, who were split into two groups. Each group participated in a mix of interval running capacity and a 30-minute, computer-based cognit...
Rihanna & A$AP Rocky’s PDA-Filled Date Night In New York City
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Samir Hussein / Getty Rihanna and her beau A$AP Rocky were spotted having themselves a sizzling date night out in New York City’s SoHo neighborhood on Wednesday (June 23rd). With everyone buzzing over A$AP Rocky’s declaration in a recent interview about Rihanna being “the love of his life”, there were many wondering about when they’d see the couple in public. They got their wish as the two visited the Barcade restaurant, blissfully ignoring the paparazzi, as reported by TMZ. Rihanna showed out in a Barbie-pink sleeveless dress with a high leg slit and a fuzzy pink hat to match, toting a vintage Fendi bag. A$AP Rocky wore a maroon tank top with a leather jacket and pants for the date. Onlookers in the dining establishment observed the two being highly affe...
A$AP Rocky’s Details His Arrest In Docu-Film ‘Stockholm Syndrome’
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Jim Spellman / Getty Rihanna’s boo, A$AP Rocky’s new documentary has officially arrived. The Harlem rapper hit the relaunched Tribeca Festival to premiere his docu-film, Stockholm Syndrome, which details his side of the story during his month-long incarceration in Sweden. Per The Grio, the film also sees the 32-year old Hip-Hop star born Rakim Mayers speaking on his early upbringing in Harlem and the Bronx, his rough childhood as well as his rise to stardom as a young MC attaining chart-topping success following the release of his platinum-selling vibes “F—– Problems,” and “Wild For the Night.” Of course, it wouldn’t be an A$AP Rocky project if it didn’t touch on his influence in the fashion game like his propensity to push the norms in the hoo...
Fashion Killa With Purpose: A$AP Rocky & Klarna Launch Global Partnership
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Klarna / Klarna Fresh off of being CEO for a day, A$AP Rocky is building on his new status as a tech entrepreneur with the formal announcement of a new global partnership and campaign. Source: Klarna / Klarna The Harlem-born style icon, rapper and actor teamed up with Klarna, the company behind the buzzworthy all-in-one shopping app as an investor. Today (June 8), the Swedish company launched a new global multimedia campaign featuring the entertainer that’s designed to get consumers worldwide to revitalize their look as the lockdowns due to the pandemic are easing up. “It’s not for me to decide what people should wear or how they should wear it, but helping Klarna create a space for people to discover their own style is more of the consulting and curation...
A$AP Rocky Calls Rihanna The Love Of His Life
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: INEZ & VINOODH / Courtesy of GQ A$AP Rocky is a Hip-Hop star who routinely drops dope music and sparks fashion trends. But all people will be talking about today (May 19) is his declaring that Rihanna is the love of his life. Pretty Flacko made the confession in GQ, for which he graces the men’s fashion magazine’s June/July 2021 issue. The story is full of interesting details about The Harlem rapper’s tastes and eye for fashion, his time imprisoned in Sweden until an opportunistic then President Donald Trump “helped” get him released (“He didn’t help—he made efforts and he rooted for me to come home, but he didn’t free me,” says Rocky”), his collaborating with Parisian designer Marine Serre, and more. But you’re probably here to see what he said about...
A$AP Rocky Is Teaming With Morrissey and Rihanna on His New Album
In a barrage of news, A$AP Rocky shared that he’s in the midst of making his new album with Rhianna — who he publicly affirms is his girlfriend — and…Morrissey. Speaking with GQ as part of the publication’s June-July cover story, the rapper strongly endorses the controversial Smiths frontman’s participation saying that “Anything you need him to do, he show up and do.” So there you go. Rocky says the new LP has the tentative title All Smiles, and it will follow the experimental direction of 2018’s Testing and says that the new LP a “ghetto love tale” that is “way more mature” than previous music. In the story, Rocky also delves into his time in isolation in a Swedish jail on assault charges. and clarifies that then-President Donald Trump didn’t help him get out of jail....
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Lil Yachty’s Clarifies His Nail Polish Is For Men As Well [Video]
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Prince Williams / Getty Lil Yachty is bossing up but on his own terms. He wants to make sure the world knows that his recent nail polish genderless. As spotted on TMZ the Atlanta, Georgia native recent paid a virtual visit to the celebrity gossip platform. While he covered off on a couple different trending topics he discussed the goal of his new nail polish. Big Boat announced the launch of his cosmetics company via his Crete brand. On Monday, May 3 he announced the new project. In his Q&A with the Thirty Mile Zone staff he served up a reminder that guys can get in on these very distinct vibes. When asked whether the direction was to help the youth who want to express themselves in this manner or to empower men he said both. “Well I mean I ...
Festival Season Back: A$AP Rocky, Billie Eilish & Alleged Rapper Post Malone Headlining 2021 Governors Ball
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Theo Wargo / Getty Another day, another festival is returning in 2021, even though we are STILL in a pandemic. Following the news of Rolling Loud’s triumphant return in Miami, Governors Ball has announced it too will resurrect its music festival it understandably had to put on ice because of, you know… the COVID-19 pandemic. The lineup for the 10th anniversary of the popular festival was revealed on Tuesday (May.4), and it is, as expected, stacked with top artists. Like Rolling Loud, Rihanna’s alleged new boo, A$AP Rocky, will be headlining along with Billie Eilish and alleged rapper Post Malone. Other Hip-Hop names and acts include Megan Thee Stallion (who should be headlining), Young Thug, 21 Savage, Cordae, 24KGolden, DaBaby, Freddie Gibbs & The Al...
Snoop Dogg to Host TOKiMONSTA, A$AP Rocky, More for Virtual 4/20 Celebration
There’s no better excuse for a cozy couch kickback than the fast approaching 4/20, a day unofficially dedicated to all things cannabis. Luckily, TOKiMONSTA, A$AP Rocky, Jhene Aiko and more have got you covered with the Even Higher Together Virtual 420 Celebration, hosted by Snoop Dogg. Featuring an array of curated content certain to fight through the fog, the event is made possible by Weedmaps, a platform that connects cannabis consumers with retailers for an Uber Eats-like experience. Last Prisoner Project, a non-profit dedicated to cannabis criminal justice reform, has also invited activists who were previously incarcerated for marijuana-related crimes for a Justice Session panel, moderated by iconic rapper and activist Talib Kweli. Meanwhile, Wiz Khalifa will hos...
A$AP Rocky Is In Barbados, Probably With You Know Damn Well Who
Source: Samir Hussein / Getty A$AP Rocky was recently spotted landing in Barbados for a holiday getaway. Considering the Harlem rapper is rumored to be romantically involved with an island native named Rihanna, it’s not a leap to guess who he’ll be kicking it with. Reports Page Six: A$AP Rocky landed this week in Barbados, where his rumored girlfriend Rihanna is spending the holidays. The 32-year-old rapper was photographed carrying his luggage as he arrived at the airport from a commercial flight on Tuesday. A$AP’s visit comes after the “Diamonds” singer landed in her native country via private jet last week. As we exclusively reported, Rihanna then made a fan’s Christmas by recording a video with him at a local gas station. Pretty Flacko’s time on the island will...
Is A$AP Rocky Doing Too Much With His AWGE x Marine Serre Capsule Collection?
Source: AWGE x Marine Serre / AWGE x Marine Serre Once again A$AP Rocky is pushing the boundaries in the fashion game. His newest project has all the Zoolander vibes. As spotted on Hype Beast the Harlem native is about to drop a new collection under his AWGE brand. The capsule is a collaboration with French design house Marine Serre. They released an announcement via their Instagram account on Monday, December 21. “We are excited to introduce our latest creative project with AWGE. Common interests, genuine conversations, and a strong sense of community have led to the creation of a limited capsule collection composed of versatile silhouettes. Each piece is rare and unique, realized through adopting our regenerating practices” the caption read. Source: AWGE x Marine Serre / A...
Boys Noize Produced A$AP Rocky’s “Flacko Loco” for Cyberpunk 2077
If you tune in to the Cyberpunk 2077 radio station 101.9 The Dirge, you’re likely to hear new music from A$AP Rocky and Boys Noize. The track “Flacko Loco” is attributed to the artist TELO$, the rapper’s in-game alias, and features Boys Noize and Hector Delgado on the production side. The song rumbles to life with thundering low-end sonics that are par for the course for the New York rapper. Likewise, “Flacko Loco” is minimal in the way of melody, allowing the kicks and bass ample room to run. The arrangement fuels an overall “larger than life” feeling that meshes well with the mercenary-themed title. From a tonal perspective, the track feels like a logical addition to the game’s ominous environment. ...
