2016-12-23 20:29
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2016-11-12 05:58
Pictures from the @Starter x Jimmy Jazz Party at Webster Hall, NYC 11.11.16 Read More
2016-10-18 15:23
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SAT OCT 223 - 4pmSign up to join Team Jimmy Jazz for the 5K walk!JIMMY JAZZ NEWPORT CENTER, JERSEY CITYMEET Hot… Read More
2016-10-13 20:02
New Season. New Fits. Fall is here so check out our buyer's top picks of the season that will immediately have you turning heads. With a strong emphasis on neutral colors and earth tones, y… Read More
2016-09-21 21:46
The BET Hip Hop Awards were taped this past Saturday (Sept. 18) at the Cobb Energy Performing Centre in Atlanta and though the show does not air on BET until October 4, there were a few mome… Read More
2016-09-21 21:22
Atlanta rapper Shawty Lo, whose real name is Carlos Walker, died early Wednesday morning in a car crash in South Fulton county, according to the Atlanta Journal Constitution. Fulton county p… Read More
2016-08-23 19:08
AUGUST 23, 2016 -Meet DJ Khaled this Thursday Aug 25 at 6pm in Jimmy Jazz store located at 239 W. 125th St. New York, NY 10027. Starting at 3pm, purchase DJ Khaled's new album MAJOR KEY at t… Read More
2016-08-12 14:33
No matter how much you know about sneakers, some styles stand the test of time and eventually become a staple in the collection of every shoe enthisiast. From the casual sneaker collector t… Read More
2016-07-25 18:19
When summertime hits, people take to the great outdoors to have a good time. Dyckman Basketball is notorious for its summer basketball tournaments. This summer, Team Jimmy Jazz is in the mi… Read More
2016-07-25 04:00
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We've all been waiting for POWER Season 3 to kick off and it was well worth the wait. Ghost is steadily trying to convince h… Read More
2016-07-25 04:00
Photo Cred: Hot 97
Hot 97 was on to something big when they started the Who's Next showcase. They take the hottest upcoming artists and give them the stage for the evening to show off who l… Read More
2016-07-15 18:35
Want to find the best running shoes for you?
Whether you’re a casual runner or an Olympic champion, the right running shoes can make a world of difference. Typically, great running sh… Read More
2016-07-11 17:15
Photo Credit: Dwight "Shootrr" Elder
Aside from killin' it in the studio and on the stage, Future is looking to kill it in the kicks department as well. Over the weekend, Reebok Classics an… Read More
2016-07-08 15:06
Whether you dig the start of a new school year or dread the impending end of summer, every sneakerhead knows that going back to school is the perfect excuse to pick up a fresh pair of kicks… Read More
2016-06-26 04:00
Last night, the legendary Apollo Theater was the place to be. We teamed up with adidas to celebrate the Stan Smith and Superstar sneakers with an event featuring The Originals. The Original… Read More
2016-06-23 14:33
This Saturday, June 25, at a LEGENDARY location in NYC, Jimmy Jazz & adidas will be hosting the Return of The Originals DJs. The Original DJs include DJ Clark Kent, DJ D-nice, DJ Stretc… Read More
2016-06-03 19:12
June is here and music festival season is about to kick into high gear. New York City's radio station Hot 97 is getting ready to kick off Summer Jam 2016 and it promises to be a banger. On… Read More
2016-05-13 14:18
Zulu Nation founder Afrika Bambaataa has made a public statement, denying the allegations of child molestation. The 59-year old Hip-Hop pioneer, whose government name is Kevin Donovan, appea… Read More
2016-05-11 16:09
The breakup between Nicki Minaj and her ex-boyfriend Safaree Samuels has been a long one. Though Nicki has been dating Meek Mill for over a year (she recently posted photos of the couple cel… Read More
2016-05-11 15:41
There have been quite a few instances of rappers lashing out a fan from the stage when provoked. This time, the physical contact comes courtesy of rapper Ja Rule, who was performing at a clu… Read More
2016-05-11 15:30
The latest in the Bobby Shmurda trial doesn’t seem to be too promising for the Harlem rapper. The high profile trial was once again pushed back. Originally scheduled for this week, the… Read More
2016-05-10 14:05
The legendary Tats Cru are a well-known group of artists that have been bringing art to the community for years. They teamed up with Converse and Jimmy Jazz last Saturday to bring th… Read More
2016-05-04 20:54
Art in the community is a beautiful thing. Bronx-based artists Tats Cru are known for their eye-catching creations that have been seen worldwide. From clients like Sony to their infamous Bi… Read More
2016-04-29 14:35
Our Harlem location was turnt up for 4/20. Reebok x Cam'ron launched the iconic "Purple Haze" Ventilator Supreme at Jimmy Jazz and had 125th Street on tilt. The Harlem… Read More
2016-04-18 13:45
Reebok decided to go classic with their latest remix of the Ventilator Supreme. The famed sneaker brand teamed up with Harlem native Cam'Ron to drop the 'Purple Haze' Sneaker on 4/20. The P… Read More
2016-03-29 15:52
Amber Rose went sneaker shopping with Complex for a videotaped segment online, and the curvaceous bald-headed fashionista talked about footwear and her love for it. Along with Complex’… Read More
2016-03-25 17:27
Last night (March 24), Detroit rapper Royce da 5’9” held a listening party in New York City to unveil his upcoming album, Layers. The event took place at the swanky art gallery… Read More
2016-03-25 17:27
Last night (March 24), Detroit rapper Royce da 5’9” held a listening party in New York City to unveil his upcoming album, Layers. The event took place at the swanky art gallery… Read More
2016-03-23 14:53
Malik Taylor, better known as rapper Phife Dawg of the legendary rap group A Tribe Called Quest has passed away. Fife, who was just 45, died in the early morning hours on Wednesday, March 23… Read More
2016-03-12 21:30
We here at Jimmy Jazz believe that taking care of the community is key. Jimmy Jazz Brand Ambassador G-Nate (@tyriekandnate) spent the day with some of the youth from his hometown of Louisia… Read More
2016-02-13 23:29
It's Yeezy Season and Kanye's been pretty busy. Between taking over the Garden for Fashion Week and dropping a new album last week, his schedule is packed. Yeezy Season wouldn't be complete… Read More
2016-02-13 23:29
It's Yeezy Season and Kanye's been pretty busy. Between taking over the Garden for Fashion Week and dropping a new album last week, his schedule is packed. Yeezy Season wouldn't be complete… Read More
2016-02-10 16:24
Is Beyonce still America’s sweetheart? The superstar, who broke the internet on Sunday with her powerful Super Bowl performance, is currently the target of a boycott. An anti-Beyo… Read More
2016-02-10 15:57
DMX was hospitalized on Monday night (Feb. 8) after police found him unconscious in the Ramada Inn parking lot in Yonkers. The rapper, whose real name is Earl Simmons, was taken to Saint Jos… Read More
2016-02-04 21:04
Nike's rolling out another hot-ticket blue color way this February 5th that you won't want to miss. The University of North Carolina's very own Tar Heels are represented this time aroun… Read More
2016-02-03 21:37
Big Kap, a popular NYC DJ who is mostly known for opening for Funkmaster Flex at the legendary Tunnel nightclub, died earlier today (Feb. 2). Kap, whose real name is Keith Carter, died of a… Read More
2016-02-03 00:49
Super Bowl 2016 is coming up this Sunday and fans can look forward to more than the game. As usual, the commercials should have Black twitter lighting up social media, especially with the ne… Read More
2016-02-02 17:38
Just when you thought the drama between “celebrities” Amber Rose and Kim Kardashian couldn’t get any more attention, both women release a photo through their social media t… Read More
2016-02-02 16:50
It’s lit! Philadelphia, the home of the legendary Roots crew, will once again welcome the Roots Picnic, scheduled for Saturday, June 4, 2016. The Roots announced the picnic earlier tod… Read More
2016-01-17 18:05
When the performance gets tough, Lil Wayne gets going. Or at least that’s what it seems like. The rapper walked off stage this week during a show in Italy. After numerous reports that… Read More
2016-01-17 17:53
Surprise! These days, rappers are taking a page out of Beyonce’s book, and dropping music unexpectedly. So far, it’s proven to be a successful formula. The latest artist to emplo… Read More
2016-01-17 17:47
Rapper Rick Ross announced that he was signed to a new label. The self-proclaimed “bawse” has just inked a deal with Epic Records, according to the label’s Twitter account… Read More
2016-01-14 21:57
This weekend we opened our doors to customers at the Poughkeepsie Galleria in Poughkeepsie, New York. Thanks to everyone who came out to help us celebrate the opening of our newest l… Read More
2016-01-12 02:29
On Monday, Jan. 11, rapper Bobby Shmurda made an appearance in court for a pre-trial hearing. Shmurda, whose real name is Ackquille Pollard, has been incarcerated for the past year after bei… Read More
2016-01-12 02:25
For the year 2015, hip hop fans would be hard pressed to find anything as exciting as the Meek Mill and Drake back and forth drama. The two rappers traded diss records (Drake’s “… Read More
2016-01-08 21:09
Normally when we hear the term "Achilles heel", we think of a weakness or shortcoming. When it comes to the new Kobe 11 Elite basketball sneaker, the only weakness is the crippling des… Read More
2016-01-06 19:13
This Saturday January 9th, we will be hosting the Grand Opening of our newest location in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Come celebrate with us at the Poughkeepsie Galleria beginning at 10 a.m… Read More
2016-01-04 00:01
The last thing that Chris Brown needs is to be accused of hitting a woman, but that’s what happened this past New Year’s when a Las Vegas woman went public claiming she had been… Read More
2016-01-03 03:23
After a long feud between Cash Money brethren Lil Wayne and Birdman, it appears that the “father son” duo has rekindled their family bond. Either that, or at least they can co-ex… Read More
2016-01-01 22:49
Even during the holiday season, Kendrick Lamar is still grinding. The rapper just released a seven minute short film entitled God Is Gangsta, and it spread across the internet on New Year&rs&hell…Read More
2015-12-31 16:44
2016 kicks off with some kicks from Nike x LeBron's Trece collection, the "Black Lion." True to feline form, these sneaks provide a cushioned inner sole for optimal gliding comfort across th… Read More
2015-12-30 21:50
Lupe Fiasco has just announced his 2016 "For The Fans" tour. The rapper took to Twitter to drop the dates, which kicks off the 2016 season on January 13 in Seattle, Washington. Tickets are a… Read More
2015-12-30 19:43
Kanye West is being crowned GQ’s Most Stylish man. The highly -regarded men’s fashion magazine has named West this year’s most stylish, for the second consecutive year. Nev… Read More
2015-12-30 15:42
The age of reality tv and its fascination with hip hop is far from over. A new WeTV series will premiere on January 7 starring the offspring of what the network is calling hip hop royalty. "… Read More
2015-12-30 14:49
Nike's latest Kobe is skillfully constructed to perfect your game on the hardwood and reflect your true flair for bold, adventurous style (equipped with reflective Nike swoosh logo detailing… Read More
2015-12-29 19:40
The last Jordan release of 2015 is upon us and you won't want to miss your chance to cop before the year is up. The sneaker community has gotten used to epic end-of-the-year drops like the 1… Read More
2015-12-21 19:11
Apparently, Masika from Love and Hip Hop Hollywood is not Fetty Wap’s trap queen, but she could be trying to trap him. According to TMZ, Fetty Wap asked Masika why she didn’t ter… Read More
2015-12-21 18:16
Rapper Prodigy, one half of seminal rap group Mobb Deep, has announced today the release of two books in 2016, a cookbook and a new memoir to followup his successful and controversial, My In… Read More
2015-12-18 21:21
Ye is offering up some succulent kicks this weekend with his second installment of the Yeezy Boost 750 in a sleek black on black colorway. Much like its grey "moon rock" predecessor, it's ex… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
It's the moment hip hop fans have been waiting for: Chief Keef finally announced an official release date for his sophomore album. The third installment of his "Bang" series was initially an… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Hip hop and baseball: a match made in heaven. 2 Chainz recently joined French Montana in Yankee stadium to shoot the video for his new song "A-Rod," and while Rodriguez doesn't make an… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
It's not an April Fool's joke: Live Nation just announced that seven shows on Kanye West's Australia "Yeezus" tour have been postponed.So why is the rapper putting off those performance… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
It’s our Mad March Giveaway! Post a pic showing off your college colors on our Instagram! Follow @jimmyjazzstores Tag it . and enter to win a $100 gift certificate! Click here t… Read More
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