Radii Drops New Axel Mesh Kicks to Cool Down Your Summer

Thankfully, the folks at Radii Footwear took the time to bring us a solution by dropping their new Axel Mesh line – a low-top silhouette featuring a dual dense mesh upper that you can wear without socks! See more...

“No Church In The Wild” & “The Great Gatsby”? Who Would’ve Thought It (Video)

Who would have thought we'd see the day when a song from Jay-Z and Kanye West is featured in the trailer for a film like "The Great Gatsby." Although I do think that 88-Keys and Frank Ocean deserve most of the credit since it's the production and Ocean's hook that are featured in these movie trailers. Still a pretty good look nonetheless. See more...

“Hip-Hop Squares” Proves That Putting Rappers In Boxes Might Not Be The Best Idea (Video)

It's rappers we're dealing with here. Couldn't MTV have found a game show that's a little more exciting? How about a Hip-Hop version of "Gladiators" or the Nickelodeon throwback's "What Would You Do" or "Double Dare?" Next time please save games like "Hip-Hop Squares" for the real squares. See more...

This Is My Rifle: Obamney for President in 2012!

Posted by Jason James on 05/23/12 | Filed under Features, This Is My Rifle, Politics, Opinion

Alright, folks. So once again we’re entering that magical period that occurs once every 4 years where two corporate shills lock horns in a battle to the death for the highest office in the land; President of the United States of America. See more...

Forget About a New Outkast Album, Andre 3000 to Finally Star in Jimi Hendrix Biopic

The wait for a 3 Stacks solo album just got longer as Mr. Benjamin will be shooting a new film at the end of this month. After numerous attempts to shut down a Jimi Hendrix biopic in the last few years, Andre is finally set to play the leading role in "All By My Side". See more...

Kyrie Irving Moonlights As “Uncle Drew” For His Clever “The Kryie Irving Experiment” (Video)

Disguising 2011 NBA rookie of the year Kyrie Irving as an old man and letting him wreak havoc during an impromptu game of basketball? Now that is pure genius. And Pepsi MAX and Irving did just that for their "Uncle Drew" video. But wouldn't it be even more hilarious if they chose another NBA baller to go under disguise and they ended up being awful on the court? See more...

Ever Wanted To Know What A Day In The Life Of ?uestlove Is Like? Well, Here’s Your Chance (Video)

Although musician ?uestlove is most recognized as a member of The Legendary Roots Crew, the drummer also has a number of other projects on his plate. As part of his “A Day In The Life” piece on Hulu we get an inside look at ?uestlove’s health and fitness regimen, his Fried Chicken Battle with chef David Chang, and more. See more...

Sex, Relationships & F**king: A Honest Advice Column

Posted by Nathan S. on 05/18/12 | Filed under Features, Opinion, Sex & Relationships

RefinedHype is about more than just rap. It's about rap, and booty and money and politics..and booty. Accordingly, I've always wanted to get some Sex & Relationship related material on the site, but could never figure out the right setting - until today. See more...

The NBA Conference Semi-Finals; Meltdowns & Beat Downs.

Posted by JR the Writer on 05/18/12 | Filed under Features, Sports, NBA

If someone told me at the beginning of these playoffs that Dwayne Wade would have 5 points in a game 3 of a conference semi or that Kobe would be the reason the Lakers lose with a 7 point lead with less than 2 minutes, I wouldn’t of believed any of the blasphemy, but I guess that is why you play the game. See more...

Anyone Copping A Pair Of Air Yeezy 2’s When They’re Released In June?

Posted by Danielle Harling on 05/18/12 | Filed under Sneakers, Nike

If the answer to that question is "yes" then I hope you have a nice amount of luck on your side as well because several sneaker blogs have reported that the kicks will be available in very limited quantities. On top of the exclusivity of the Nike Air Yeezy 2's they also reportedly boast a a pretty sizable price tag at $350 a pair. See more...