Thursday Notes for April 25th, 2024
This is an edition of Uristocrat Notes, a newsletter that explores the most significant cultural stories of the day.
Culture
2Pac’s Estate Threatens Drake With Legal Action Over “Taylor Made Freestyle”
2Pac’s Estate Threatens Drake With Legal Action Over “Taylor Made Freestyle”
In a cease-and-desist letter, the estate’s lawyer argues that Drake’s use of AI 2Pac vocals on the Kendrick Lamar diss track is “a flagrant violation of Tupac’s publicity” and “a blatant abuse of the legacy of one of the greatest hip-hop artists of all time”
Sports
NBA playoffs: Thunder's Chet Holmgren answering questions about physicality with brilliant start vs. Pelicans
NBA playoffs: Thunder’s Chet Holmgren answering questions about physicality with brilliant start vs. Pelicans
OKC’s lanky rookie put up 26 points and seven rebounds in a Game 2 blowout win over the Pelicans
Colin Ward-Henninger
Three things to watch in tonight’s NFL Draft, plus the Heat’s incredible resistance
The Pulse: Three things to watch in tonight’s NFL Draft
Which QB goes first? And when do the Vikings trade into the top 5? That, plus the rest of Wednesday’s news.
Chris Branch
Sneakers
The Jordan Spizike Low Gets Grounded in “Neutral Olive”
Jordan Spizike Low “Neutral Olive” sports iconic elephant print overlays and visible Air units. Head to Nice Kicks for more info.
Mallory Chin
Nike’s Kobe 9 Elite Protro “Masterpiece” Set for 2025
Nike Kobe 9 Elite Protro “Masterpiece” sports a multi-colored Flyknit upper and dramatic height. Head to Nice Kicks for more info.
Mallory Chin
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