Westside Gunn Teams Up with Saucony for Exclusive Collaboration

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Westside Gunn x Saucony | Saucony

Saucony’s rise shows no signs of slowing down, as Westside Gunn announces his upcoming collaboration with the brand.

Fresh off the announcement of the Westside Gunn x Saucony partnership, Gunn has already given fans a glimpse of his upcoming collaborations featuring the Saucony ProGrid Triumph 4 and ProGrid Omni 9 models, guided by Jae Tips and his collaborative vision.

Westside Gunn, hailing from Buffalo, is the creative force behind Griselda Records, a label known for reviving the gritty, authentic sound of East Coast rap in contemporary hip-hop.

Established in 2012, Griselda Records quickly carved out a niche for itself with its signature sound characterized by dark, boom-bap instrumentals and insightful, street-oriented lyrics. Gunn, along with his brother Conway the Machine and cousin Benny the Butcher, delivers intense narratives that have attracted a dedicated fanbase.

The label’s aesthetic draws from the 90s New York rap scene, infused with a modern sensibility that juxtaposes opulent themes with raw, everyday realities. Gunn’s penchant for high art, streetwear, and his own fashion line, Flygod, set Griselda apart as a cultural movement, not just a record label. Collaborations with icons like Jay-Z, Eminem, and Virgil Abloh have further solidified Griselda’s standing, embodying a bold return to the essence of hardcore hip-hop.

In the past decade, Griselda Records has transformed from an underground entity to a significant player in the music industry, recognized for reshaping the hip-hop narrative while remaining true to its gritty, Buffalo roots.

Now, the label aims to translate its distinctive style and ethos into the sneaker realm in partnership with Saucony.

For the latest updates and release information, check out HQZ’s Sneakers page.

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    Jordan Tatum 3 “Zen”

    SKU: FZ6598-001

    RETAIL PRICE: $125

    RELEASE DATE: Nov 14, 2024

    Jordan Tatum 3 “Zen” (Images via: Nike)

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    Notre x Vans Rowley XLT “Linen”

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    Style #: VN000D1GDPB1
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    Notre x Vans Rowley XLT “Linen”

    Notre x Vans Rowley XLT “Linen” VN000D1GDPB1 (Images via: @oscar_castillo/Instagram)

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