Cameraman Nairobi Documents Steelers 2015 Training Camp /  by Alex Young

Football is a proud American tradition, the start of the 2015 NFL season is a welcome sight to almost all, and in Pittsburgh it is a return to normalcy. By now fans are just pulling their team's jersey out the closet, but Steelers fans have worn theirs all offseason, switching to their favorite Super Bowl t-shirt when the jersey needs in the washed. Black and Yellow runs through the city's core, so when whistles blew August 26, the first day of training camp, in Latrobe, PA best believe Steeler Nation was present in full support.

Amongst the crowd is Cameraman Nairobi, a native from Pittsburgh's McKeesport region. He observes the Steelers work to surpass an 11-5, AFC North Championship season, especially the early exit from the Playoffs by the Ravens. Training camp is interesting because the team is essentially a puzzle; each piece tinkered with or discarded so the fit results in a championship completion. Perched on the sideline Nairobi captures foreshadows of 2015 Steelers success while highlighting the rise of Martavis Bryant-- third year wide receiver. The Cameraman has tracked Bryant's progress throughout the offseason, which now has him playing alongside Pro Bowler Antonio Brown in an expanded role. Accompanying on-field action shots the photographer supplies great candids of players like punter Brad Wing. Follow Nairobi's coverage of Steelers 2015 training camp on his Instagram and check the team's developments during its first preseason game August 9 against the Vikings.

Drake - Back To Back Freestyle (Another Meek Mill Diss) /  by Alex Young

I woke up to a text this morning that read, "there goes Meek's career," a clear comment regarding his feud with Drake, but I was unaware of the new developments that came this morning. Six hours ago Drizzy posted to his SoundCloud another Meek Mill diss titled "Back To Back Freestyle" where he states, "Back to back for the n*ggas that didn't get the message... I know that you gotta be a thug for her / This ain't what she meant when she told you to open up more / Trigger fingers turner to Twitter fingers / You gettin' bodied by a singing n*gga". It is hyperbole to say Meek's career is in the tank, but the statement recognizes the new respect Drake garners from his pointed retaliations. After listening to "Charged Up" and now "Back To Back Freestyle" OVO's front man seems agitated that his skill is being questioned so he has done what he must, respond. A series of Tweets from Meek, continuing his rant on stage during The Pinkprint's Brooklyn stop, and no diss track of his own makes it seem like the Philly rapper is simply whining trying to maintain relevance, all of which has moved Drake to hang his nemesis out to dry. Maybe later this week will present a true response from Meek, but until then all eyes are on Drake; enjoy "Back To Back Freestyle" below.

Note: This is not a response, Meek. This is you sticking your fingers in your ears saying "Lalalalalalala I can't hear you," not addressing the current quarrel you and Drake have (that you started). Sure, you may be toying with us ready to comeback appropriately very soon; but thanks to Drizzy's swift answers, and listener's need to consume it seems your opinion on Drake's writing is becoming irrelevant.

Sneakers Available at Shop412 /  by Alex Young

If you are a sneakerhead in the Pittsburgh area there is one destination you should travel to, Shop412. The lifestyle apparel brand and streetwear boutique curates a collection that draws on the city's proud sport history paired with active and causal-wear. In-house creations like 412's last collaboration with '47 Brand and Black Fives celebrating Pittsburgh's storied Monticello Athletic Association basketball team demonstrates the athletic influences. This characteristic of the shop is further executed in its selection of prime footwear, courtesy of SFOT's Nike Pinnacle account. Essentially this means the brand presents a unique offering of Nike Sportswear consumers are hard pressed to find in the city and across the country. While you should definitely go to 412's location to browse the collection, below speaks on some of what you will find.

First is the Nike Air Tech Challenge III, one of the many original silhouettes Andre Agassi wore during his career. The sneaker's tennis ball green accents match Agassi's past on-court flair that landed him a deal with the Swoosh in the first place. 

Next is the comfier and slimmed down version of Nike's iconic Cortez runner, the Roshe LD-1000 in black. Last week SFOT posted to Instagram a blue colorway of the shoe along with the Roshe Run "Polka Dot" NM pack, hopefully some pairs are still available.

Nike's Air Max 1 Essential "Olympic" hits the store summer appropriate with a bit of nostalgia-- built with mesh overlays and appealing red, white, blue, and gold colors reminiscent of the '92 Barcelona games.

Follow @shop412 on social media to stay attuned to new developments and visit the store to find more staple streetwear pieces like Converse Jack Purcell, tell them we sent you.

420 South 27th St

Pittsburgh, PA 15203

(412) 586-7507

InTheRough - Stay Up /  by Alex Young

This playlist is an ode to the constant developments that happen in music. New music drops daily because listeners crave tracks to consume more than they do food, artists interactions with each other sometimes cause friction then feuds start, streaming services have turned into country clubs crafting exclusive experiences unique to a particular platform, and genre bending alludes to the many categories of music. So, to provide a roundup and keep listeners current here is "Stay Up". Thanks to beef between Meek Mill and Drake, Drizzy appears quite a few times because his musical prowess is unmatched even if someone writes his raps like Meek claims. House, electronic, and R&B tones diversify the mix adding different emotions so it is appropriate throughout the entire day; credit Major Lazer, ELHAE from Atlanta, and talented Mura Masa. Things get a bit sensual as Magic Mike XXL influenced the placement of Jacquees and Jeremih. Explore the vibes below and walk away with some discoveries. Be sure to give InTheRough a follow on SoundCloud.

Drake Responds to Meek Mill with Three New Songs /  by Alex Young

Apple Music's Beats 1 radio station will be a destination for exclusive music releases, which will only draw more subscribers to the streaming service; Drake's OVO Sound used the platform to debut new tracks during its first program. July 25th marked OVO's second show and it offered a perfect opportunity for Drake to address Meek Mill's ghostwriting accusations he fired at Drizzy via Twitter this past Tuesday regarding "R.I.C.O.". A new song "Charged Up" is believed to be Drake's direct response to Meek as he raps, "Done doing favors for people. Because it ain't like I need the money I make off of features". OVO's lead man did not stop there, "You Used To"-- a remix of "Cha Cha" by D.R.A.M.-- and "Right Hand" are two more new songs to cease any doubt listeners may have had. Enjoy Drake's latest work below and read what Meek Mill had to say after the retaliation, let the beef continue.

UPDATE: Also listen to OVOSOUND Radio's second show in full and check the setlist here.