Westside Gunn, the influential rapper and creative force from Buffalo, New York, is making waves once again—this time in the sneaker world. Known for his role as the founder of the Griselda Records collective, which has become a major name in underground hip-hop, Gunn has recently deepened his partnership with Saucony, the iconic sportswear brand, unveiling a fresh collaboration: the Grid Jazz 9 “Scorpion.”
This latest sneaker stands out with its bold, all-red colorway, a visual statement that commands attention. The design features a sophisticated mix of materials on the upper, including faux pony hair, textured leather, and suede, giving it a unique, tactile feel that plays with different surfaces and finishes. Central to the shoe’s identity is the striking scorpion motif positioned on the medial midfoot—a symbol that has become synonymous with Westside Gunn and his Griselda crew, reflecting their gritty, unapologetic style and storytelling.
Westside Gunn first announced his venture into the sneaker game with Saucony back in October of last year via Instagram, where he introduced a glow-in-the-dark ProGrid Triumph 4 that generated buzz among sneaker enthusiasts. Since that initial release, the duo had kept a relatively low profile—until their surprise reveal at Paris Fashion Week, where they dropped this new “Scorpion” iteration of the Grid Jazz 9. This move not only highlights Gunn’s expanding influence beyond music but also positions him as a tastemaker in contemporary fashion circles.
At this moment, neither Westside Gunn nor Saucony has shared concrete details regarding the release date or retail availability for the Grid Jazz 9 “Scorpion.” However, anticipation is high that this drop will be part of a larger series of designs from the collaboration, with sneaker fans and collectors eagerly awaiting the next announcements. Westside Gunn continues to blur the lines between art, music, and fashion, proving that his creative vision extends far beyond the studio.
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