Ben Atkinson
Ben Atkinson is a sneaker content writer at HotNewHipHop, where he has been covering the latest sneaker releases and industry news since 2023. With a deep understanding of the sneaker market, Ben regularly reports on exclusive sneaker drops, collaborations, and trends shaping the footwear world. From covering the return of top Nike releases to writing about Travis Scott's famous Air Jordan collaboration, Ben delivers in-depth content for the sneakerhead community. He also brings valuable insights from his former sneaker reselling business, Midwest Soles, which sharpens his expertise on the market. Sneakers Mowalola teams up with the Air Jordan 14 Mule to update the classic silhouette with bold design and a fresh lifestyle twist.
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Ben Atkinson November 13, 2025 40 Views
Sneakers The Air Jordan 12 "Pearl Pink" returns in GS sizing with soft colors and fresh details that highlight the classic silhouette.
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Ben Atkinson November 13, 2025 166 Views
Streetwear Skims reaches a five billion dollar valuation after a major funding round, marking a new milestone for the fast growing brand.
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Ben Atkinson November 12, 2025 852 Views
Sneakers The Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Laser” mockup hints at a Fall 2026 release, reviving one of Jordan Brand’s most creative styles.
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Ben Atkinson November 12, 2025 144 Views
Sneakers The A Ma Maniere x Air Jordan 6 “Smokey Mauve” raffle is live until November 17th, offering fans a premium new twist.
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Ben Atkinson November 12, 2025 265 Views
Sneakers Lamine Yamal debuts the Young Thug Sp5der x Adidas Superstar “Red” colorway ahead of its expected spring 2026 release.
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Ben Atkinson November 12, 2025 820 Views
Music Tyler, the Creator is reportedly joining Fortnite’s Icon Series, with it hinting at a creative crossover inspired by his music eras.
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Ben Atkinson November 11, 2025 1133 Views
Sneakers The Travis Scott x Fragment x Air Jordan 1 Low OG might drop any day now as a password page appears on Travis Scott’s site.
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Ben Atkinson November 11, 2025 22.1K Views
Sneakers The Kobe Bryant x Nike Football Phantom 6 Elite brings Mamba Mentality to the pitch ahead of a possible 2026 World Cup release.
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Ben Atkinson November 10, 2025 572 Views
Sneakers A ranking of the 10 best Adidas sneaker collaborations not named Yeezy, from luxury designs to wild artist collabs.
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Ben Atkinson November 09, 2025 381 Views
Sneakers A closer look at the Air Jordan “Howard University” PE collection shows six iconic shoes dressed in Howard’s school colors.
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Ben Atkinson November 09, 2025 2.4K Views
Sneakers A first look at the Nike Kobe Air Force 1 Low “Lower Merion Aces” reveals a tribute to Kobe Bryant’s high school legacy.
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Ben Atkinson November 09, 2025 974 Views
Sneakers New in-hand images of the Air Jordan 4 “Black Cat” reveal its sleek all-black design and timeless appeal for Jordan fans.
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Ben Atkinson November 09, 2025 1.6K Views
Sneakers The Nike KD 18 “PSG” PE honors Kevin Durant’s stake in Paris Saint-Germain with a bold navy and red design inspired by the club.
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Ben Atkinson November 09, 2025 298 Views
Sneakers A new unboxing video reveals the upcoming Air Jordan 11 “Mojave,” an exclusive Las Vegas release dropping later this month.
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Ben Atkinson November 09, 2025 17.8K Views
Sneakers The first in-hand look at the Travis Scott x Fragment x Air Jordan 1 Low hints that this long-awaited release is getting closer.
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Ben Atkinson November 09, 2025 4.1K Views
Streetwear The NOCTA x Nike Cardinal Stock Collection returns for Holiday 2025 with cozy fleece sets and understated, street-ready essentials.
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Ben Atkinson November 09, 2025 660 Views
Sneakers The Jordan Tatum 4 “Smoke Grey/Anthracite” drops this holiday season with a smooth mix of grey tones and performance design.
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Ben Atkinson November 09, 2025 209 Views
Sneakers The Nike Kobe 9 Protro “China” returns soon, reviving its bold red and gold look inspired by Kobe’s global legacy.
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Ben Atkinson November 09, 2025 225 Views
Sneakers The Air Jordan 12 “Taxi” just released and is still available, keeping its clean black and white look that never misses.
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Ben Atkinson November 09, 2025 513 Views
Sneakers The Air Jordan 3 “Champagne & Oysters” brings timeless style and luxury together in a women’s exclusive release dropping this month.
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Ben Atkinson November 08, 2025 265 Views
Sneakers The Air Jordan 6 “Reverse Infrared” drops in February of next year blending retro sample details with a fresh twist on a classic.
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Ben Atkinson November 08, 2025 554 Views
Sneakers Mowalola x Air Jordan 14 Mule Brings A Bold New Look Mowalola teams up with the Air Jordan 14 Mule to update the classic silhouette with bold design and a fresh lifestyle twist.
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Ben Atkinson 40 Views
Sneakers Air Jordan 12 “Pearl Pink” Shines In Official Photos The Air Jordan 12 "Pearl Pink" returns in GS sizing with soft colors and fresh details that highlight the classic silhouette.
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Ben Atkinson 166 Views
Streetwear Kim Kardashian's SKIMS Brand Hits Astronomical $5 Billion Valuation Skims reaches a five billion dollar valuation after a major funding round, marking a new milestone for the fast growing brand.
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Ben Atkinson 852 Views
Sneakers The Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Laser” Is Reportedly Dropping Next Fall The Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Laser” mockup hints at a Fall 2026 release, reviving one of Jordan Brand’s most creative styles.
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Ben Atkinson 144 Views
Sneakers A Ma Maniere x Air Jordan 6 “Smokey Mauve” Raffle Is Now Live The A Ma Maniere x Air Jordan 6 “Smokey Mauve” raffle is live until November 17th, offering fans a premium new twist.
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Ben Atkinson 265 Views
Sneakers First Look At Young Thug’s Sp5der x Adidas Superstar On Lamine Yamal Lamine Yamal debuts the Young Thug Sp5der x Adidas Superstar “Red” colorway ahead of its expected spring 2026 release.
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Ben Atkinson 820 Views
Music Tyler, The Creator Rumored To Join Fortnite’s Icon Series Tyler, the Creator is reportedly joining Fortnite’s Icon Series, with it hinting at a creative crossover inspired by his music eras.
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Ben Atkinson 1133 Views
Sneakers Password Page Live For Travis Scott x Fragment Air Jordan 1 Low OG The Travis Scott x Fragment x Air Jordan 1 Low OG might drop any day now as a password page appears on Travis Scott’s site.
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Ben Atkinson 22.1K Views
Sneakers First Look At The Kobe Bryant x Nike Football Phantom 6 Elite The Kobe Bryant x Nike Football Phantom 6 Elite brings Mamba Mentality to the pitch ahead of a possible 2026 World Cup release.
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Ben Atkinson 572 Views
Sneakers Ranking The Top 10 Adidas Collaborations That Aren’t Yeezy A ranking of the 10 best Adidas sneaker collaborations not named Yeezy, from luxury designs to wild artist collabs.
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Ben Atkinson 381 Views
Sneakers First Look At The Air Jordan “Howard University” PE Collection A closer look at the Air Jordan “Howard University” PE collection shows six iconic shoes dressed in Howard’s school colors.
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Ben Atkinson 2.4K Views
Sneakers First Image Of The Nike Kobe Air Force 1 Low “Lower Merion Aces” A first look at the Nike Kobe Air Force 1 Low “Lower Merion Aces” reveals a tribute to Kobe Bryant’s high school legacy.
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Ben Atkinson 974 Views
Sneakers New In-Hand Look At The Air Jordan 4 “Black Cat” New in-hand images of the Air Jordan 4 “Black Cat” reveal its sleek all-black design and timeless appeal for Jordan fans.
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Ben Atkinson 1.6K Views
Sneakers Kevin Durant Teams Up With PSG On New Nike KD 18 PE The Nike KD 18 “PSG” PE honors Kevin Durant’s stake in Paris Saint-Germain with a bold navy and red design inspired by the club.
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Ben Atkinson 298 Views
Sneakers Air Jordan 11 “Mojave” Unboxing Experience Unveiled A new unboxing video reveals the upcoming Air Jordan 11 “Mojave,” an exclusive Las Vegas release dropping later this month.
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Ben Atkinson 17.8K Views
Sneakers In-Hand Look At The Travis Scott x Fragment x Air Jordan 1 Low The first in-hand look at the Travis Scott x Fragment x Air Jordan 1 Low hints that this long-awaited release is getting closer.
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Ben Atkinson 4.1K Views
Streetwear NOCTA And Nike Cook Up New Holiday 2025 Cardinal Stock Collection The NOCTA x Nike Cardinal Stock Collection returns for Holiday 2025 with cozy fleece sets and understated, street-ready essentials.
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Ben Atkinson 660 Views
Sneakers Jordan Tatum 4 “Smoke Grey/Anthracite” Brings Subtle Style This Holiday The Jordan Tatum 4 “Smoke Grey/Anthracite” drops this holiday season with a smooth mix of grey tones and performance design.
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Ben Atkinson 209 Views
Sneakers Nike Kobe 9 Low Protro “China” Will Release Via SNKRS The Nike Kobe 9 Protro “China” returns soon, reviving its bold red and gold look inspired by Kobe’s global legacy.
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Ben Atkinson 225 Views
Sneakers The Air Jordan 12 “Taxi” Just Dropped And Pairs Are Still Available The Air Jordan 12 “Taxi” just released and is still available, keeping its clean black and white look that never misses.
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Ben Atkinson 513 Views
Sneakers Official Images Surface Of Air Jordan 3 “Champagne & Oysters" The Air Jordan 3 “Champagne & Oysters” brings timeless style and luxury together in a women’s exclusive release dropping this month.
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Ben Atkinson 265 Views
Sneakers Detailed Look At The Air Jordan 6 “Reverse Infrared” The Air Jordan 6 “Reverse Infrared” drops in February of next year blending retro sample details with a fresh twist on a classic.
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Ben Atkinson 554 Views
