Thousands Flock To Stadium Goods To Meet DJ Khaled
DJ Khaled has fans throughout the hip-hop and sneaker communities. Last night, they came out in full force to meet the celebrity at New York-based consignment sneaker store Stadium Goods.
The master of the social media platform Snapchat visited the SoHo storefront Tuesday for a “We The Best” pop-up shop and meet-and-greet. Khaled shook thousands of people’s hands, signed autographs, and took pictures with all in attendance – but mostly, the Miami-based musician appeared on thousands of New Yorker’s Snapchat stories.
Khaled greeted fans in attendance from a throne that resembled his seat for the cover of the latest issue of Sneaker News, where he sat with three Air Jordan silhouettes on his lap – an Air Jordan II, Air Jordan III and an Air Jordan IV – and his phone raised in his hand.
![Following his latest ventures assembling the biggest names in music for his #1 album “God Did” and revealing his newest Jordan Brand collaboration, DJ Khaled is putting all his passion into another one: Airbnb Host. A self-proclaimed “sneakerhead from birth,” DJ Khaled has come a long way from sliding mixtapes into unsuspecting customer sneaker pickups. Now, the larger-than-life hip hop mogul is inviting fans to cop an exclusive stay inside a recreation of his legendary sneaker closet, bookable on Airbnb. “Sneakers are an essential part of hip hop culture and collecting them is an art – just like creating music,” said DJ Khaled. ”We bring the same passion and energy to the shoe game as we do the studio. That’s why we’re excited to share our sneaker kingdom with fans and give them a chance to walk in our shoes, literally.” It’s all going down in – where else? – the 305. After all, DJ Khaled has called Miami home for the last 30 years and the city is a (major) key inspiration for his chart-topping anthems, lavish outfits, and grandiose personality. This fall, everyone’s favorite music maverick DJ Khaled is letting fans take over his illustrious sneaker closet for two, one-night stays1 occurring on December 5 and 6 for two guests each at only $112 a night – a nod to his shoe size. Guests will have an opportunity to live and breathe Miami the same epic way DJ Khaled does, including: An exclusive pair of We The Best Air Jordan 5s A handwritten welcome note from DJ Khaled upon arrival The keys to the ultimate sneaker kingdom, sleeping amid hundreds of pairs including DJ Khaled’s most prized kicks, including the Jordan 3 “Grateful” and Jordan 8 “Oregon PEs” An outdoor lounge to kick back and soak in the Miami vibes after a dip in the pool A chance to enjoy some of DJ Khaled’s favorite spots in Miami, like a catered dinner from his restaurant The Licking – Miami Gardens A private shopping session at Miami’s premiere sneaker store 305 Kicks, and more Sneakerheads and music fans can request to book these stays beginning Tuesday, November 29 at 1:00 PM ET at airbnb.com/wethebest. Guests are responsible for their own travel to and from Miami. Those hoping to stay in every sneakerhead’s fantasy should note that this stay’s rules require following applicable local rules and guidelines as well as Airbnb’s COVID-19 Safety Practices, which will include wearing a mask and practicing social distancing when required by local laws or guidelines. On-site staff will also comply with local rules and guidelines, and will abide by Airbnb’s five-step enhanced cleaning process. Interested in becoming an Airbnb Host like DJ Khaled? Learn more at airbnb.com/host. 21 Nov 2022 Pictured: DJ Khaled. Photo credit: Air Bnb/MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342 (Mega Agency TagID: MEGA919875_003.jpg) [Photo via Mega Agency]](https://footwearnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/MEGA919875_003.jpg?w=300&h=168&crop=1)
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The rap standout promised fans he has a new album slated to hit stores this year. DJ Khaled’s last album, “I Changed a Lot,” features a star-studded lineup of rappers and R&B singers including Rick Ross, Future, Chris Brown, Meek Mill, Jay Z, Big Sean, Lil Wayne and many more.
Khaled spoke with Footwear News in November about his sneaker collection and his go-to silhouettes for all occasions – Air Jordans.
“Every sneaker has a different moment,” he said. “But the reason I love Jordans so much is that they just know what they’re doing. The style, the shape, the quality — it’s iconic. We get excited every time a new release comes out, and it’s the same Jordan he used to wear. That’s powerful. That’s timeless. That’s how I make my music, too: timeless and classic.”
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