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Nike Introduces the Kobe Prelude IV
In December 2008, Nike designer Eric Avar created the KOBE IV, a lightweight, low cut shoe that surprised many who looked to the hi-top structure on the basketball court. But as Kobe Bryant showed off his skills as he glided up and down his 94-foot wooden stage and took home the 2009 Finals MVP title, the shock of the new shoe design wore off and many began to follow suit. Now, five years later, Avar is introducing the KOBE Prelude IV.
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Tyga Turns to Social Media to Find Kidney for Sick Child
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R. Kelly Talks ‘Black Panties,’ Mastering Sex Songs & Childhood Memories [Exclusive Interview]
R. Kelly is the self-proclaimed "Pied Piper of R&B" and he's earned his loyal following because he's provocative, bold, and uniquely talented. For two decades he has given us baby-making music, spirit-lifting pop songs, hip-hop-inflected party anthems and even musical theater with his 'Trapped in the Closet' series. With his latest opus, 'Black Panties,' on the way, the R. speaks to The Boombox about the album and takes a look back at his exceptional music career.