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Young Thug Set For Arraignment Hearing On RICO Charges

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

Atlanta-based Hip Hop artist Young Thug (born Jeffery Lamar Williams) is facing multiple criminal charges in the state of Georgia. Prosecutors accuse the Punk album creator of RICO violations.

According to WSB-TV, an arraignment hearing for Young Thug will take place today (May 23). The Young Stoner Life Records founder will enter an official plea in court.

Local police arrested Young Thug on May 9 in Atlanta. Authorities charged the 30-year-old performer with Conspiracy to Violate the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act as well as Participation in Criminal Street Gang Activity.

“As the District Attorney of Fulton County my number one focus is targeting gangs, and there’s a reason for that, they are committing conservatively 75% to 80% of all of the violent crime that we are seeing within our community and so they have to be rooted out of our community,” stated Fani Willis, Fulton County District Attorney.

In addition to the RICO and street gang counts, Fulton County authorities also hit Young Thug with drug distribution and weapons possession charges. However, Thug’s lawyer insisted his client is innocent.

“Mr. Williams has committed no violation of law, whatsoever. We will fight this case ethically, legally, and zealously. Mr. Williams will be cleared,” stated defense attorney Brian Steel. “I’ll tell you the response to any allegation; Mr. Williams committed no crime whatsoever, and we will fight to my last drop of blood to clear him.”

Police also arrested fellow YSL recording artist Sergio “Gunna” Kitchens on May 11. The “Drip Too Hard” hitmaker faces one count of Conspiracy to Violate the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act. According to reports, prosecutors indicted over twenty-five Young Stoner Life associates.

Dave Chappelle Pops Up At John Mulaney’s Show, Says He Has “Problems” With Trans People After Attack

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

John Mulaney drew criticism online after Dave Chappelle opened his show on Friday.

The comedian made a surprise appearance at the stand-up star’s “From Scratch” tour stop in Columbus, Ohio, according to Variety.

Though no footage of the gig was taken as attendees were required to lock up their phones beforehand, audience members took to Twitter to comment on Dave Chappelle opening the event concluded.

Audience accounts describe the 48-year-old’s appearance as a surprise, recounting the comic telling jokes targeting the transgender community and John hugging Dave Chappelle onstage after the opener’s conclusion.

“My favorite part of tonight was when Dave Chappelle ambushed us at the John Mulaney show, told a bunch of transphobic jokes, a massive stadium of people laughed, and then John Mulaney hugged him at the end,” one Twitter user alleged.

Another user claimed Dave said, “I didn’t have a problem with trans people. I really didn’t. But I do now!”

After John began trending on Twitter, other comedians weighed in too. Tim Heidecker wrote, “I pledge no anti-trans weirdo surprise guests on my summer tour.”

And Kyle Kinane added, “Dave Chappelle won’t be dropping in on my shows, if that’s what was stopping you from buying tickets.”

Last October, Dave came under fire from members of the transgender community who were upset by some jokes in his “The Closer” special on Netflix.

Calls for the special to be removed from the streaming service were rejected by Netflix chief executive Ted Sarandos at the time, citing “freedom of artistic expression.”

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Cardi B Helps Playboy See Huge Financial Growth Through Centerfold Platform

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

“Cardi rockin’ it, go buy stock in it,” raps Cardi B on her Invasion of Privacy track “I Do” featuring SZA. According to financial results from PLBY Group, it appears the Bronx-bred entertainer proved her point.

Last year the parent company of Playboy magazine announced Cardi B as the brand’s first Creative Director In Residence. In addition, Cardi became the Founding Creative Director and a founding member of the Centerfold platform.

“It is a dream come true to officially join the Playboy family. I can’t believe this is real,” said Cardi B in a press statement released in December 2021. “For as long as I can remember, I’ve felt connected to Playboy. It’s truly the original platform for uncensored creativity and I’m inspired by its incredible legacy of fighting for personal freedoms.”

Cardi B added, “I’m also excited to launch our new creator-led platform, Centerfold. Creators today deserve to express themselves freely and unfiltered. They deserve to feel safe in their creativity and sexuality. And they deserve to own their future. This is what Centerfold is all about. For all those creators out there doing bold, revolutionary, truly culture-shifting things, come join me.”

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The PLBY Group Announces 63% YOY Growth After Cardi B Becomes Creative Director

PLBY Group recently presented information about its first-quarter revenue for 2022 which ended on March 31. Cardi B seemingly played a significant role in the company’s year-over-year revenue rising to $69.4 million. Direct-to-consumer revenue also grew 125% year-over-year to $49.6 million.

“Our strong first quarter with 63% year-over-year growth, robust demand for our iconic brand and consumer products, and continued progress on our digital roadmap for Centerfold, are coming together into one cohesive Playboy ecosystem creating a flywheel driving long-term growth,” states Ben Kohn, PLBY Group’s Chief Executive Officer.

Ben Kohn continues, “With Playboy’s massive global reach and Centerfold as a valuable engine for organic customer acquisition, we believe we can drive significant growth across PLBY Group’s product offerings.”

Over the weekend, Cardi B shared a video on social media where she promotes a Playboy clothing collection. Her Twitter post amassed over 1.5 million views and 112,000 likes in two days. The TikTok version also accumulated 1.8 million views and 533,000 likes since Saturday.

Benzino Is A Fugitive From Justice; Will Surrender Today  

By: London JennnCategory: Exclusives

Benzino is turning himself into cops today (May 23) after an altercation with his ex-girlfriend.  

The former owner of The Source was arrested last month after an incident with his son’s mother, Althea Heart, and her boyfriend, who claimed Benzino punched his truck. Footage emerged showing police questioning the pair before arresting Benzino.  

In an exclusive interview with AllHipHop, Benzino revealed he’s turning himself in after a warrant was issued for his arrest.  

“I was kind of arguing with the guy she was with at the time,” he explained. “Long story short, the case was like two years ago and somebody put that old video up and it got me kind of arguing with him.” 

Benzino was arrested under similar circumstances back in July 2020 after he allegedly damaged the vehicle of an unnamed man who was with Althea Heart. He was arrested on one count of second-degree criminal damage and one count of disorderly conduct. 

He went on to say that following his arrest in April, he was supposed to attend a court meeting via zoom call.

However, he missed the appointment as he was sick with COVID, and a warrant was issued for his arrest. “So, I have to turn myself in on Monday to the fugitive squad,” Benzino concluded. Check out the video below.  

Footage of Benzino’s April arrest went viral after he became irate when officers detained him. Cops had to warn him after he verbally lashed out against his accuser. Cops told him to compose himself as he began crying and shouting loudly, while pacing back and forth.  

Watch Nipsey Hussle’s ‘The Marathon Cultivation’ Documentary

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

A new feature-length documentary explores the life of rapper/entrepreneur Nipsey Hussle. The Marathon Cultivation arrived on YouTube on May 20.

The film covers the late Nipsey Hussle and his brother, Samiel “Blacc Sam” Asghedom, as the siblings set up a cannabis business. The Marathon Cultivation follows Nipsey and Samiel as they establish their first dispensary, located down the street from Nip’s The Marathon Store.

The Cure Company produced Nipsey Hussle’s Marathon OG strain of marijuana. A Marathon-associated THC and CBD retail store will officially open in Los Angeles, California on Saturday, June 18.

“This is something we always spoke about Nipsey, Fatts, Adam, and I had a goal to get a legitimate licensed store and have our brand in other stores across the state. We’re so honored to be able to fulfill the dream,” says Samiel Asghedom.

Nipsey Hussle passed away on March 31, 2019, after being shot outside his Marathon Clothing store. The Grammy-winning West Coast emcee was just 33 years old. Prior to his death, Nipsey released music projects such as 2010’s The Marathon, 2013’s Crenshaw, and 2018’s Victory Lap.

The Notorious B.I.G. Estate To Present The Brook Metaverse

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

The late Christopher “The Notorious B.I.G.” Wallace would have turned 50 years old on May 21, 2022. In celebration of the legendary emcee, Wallace’s estate will launch a metaverse called The Brook.

Burst Live, the Helsinki, Finland-based metaverse studio, partnered with The Notorious B.I.G. Estate in order to present the gamified virtual experience. Visitors will be able to ​​step into the old-school Brooklyn of the 1990s.

“Burst Live is proud to bring one of the most unique and powerful photorealistic Metaverse projects ever created,” says Mikael Meklin, Burst Live founder/CEO.

Meklin continues, “The Brook will be a powerful recreation of Biggie’s world that will share his legacy with a new generation in an immersive experience. We are honored to work with the estate to bring this world to life.”

In addition, an exclusive The Notorious B.I.G. NFT collection will be available on June 3. The B.I.G. VIP tokens will also provide early access to The Brook metaverse and access to special content drops.

Biggie’s 50th birthday celebration included a special ceremony commemorating the Ready To Die album creator. His mother, Voletta Wallace, as well as Junior M.A.F.I.A. members Lil Cease and Lil Kim, took part in the event held in New York City.

Ty Dolla $ign Declares U.K. Rapper Dave “One Of My Favorite” Artists 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Ty Dolla $ign named U.K. rapper Dave as one of his “favorite” artists after meeting him in Dubai. 

“I just discovered one of my favorite artist in Dubai he from London tho,” he tweeted. “I’m late as s### but if u don’t know y’all gotta check out @Santandave1. Every bar 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 sheeesh,” he wrote of the talented lyricist. 

Dave just wrapped his North American tour in support of his sophomore album, We’re All Alone in This Together. Drake is among the stars who have popped out as surprise guests during the tour, appearing at the U.K. rapper’s show in Toronto.  

Drake Joins Dave Onstage

Previous collaborator Drake joined Dave on stage to perform before using the opportunity to announce the return of OVO Fest. “I love you with all my heart. They let the city back open, so I will see you at OVO Fest soon,” he told the crowd.  

Dave made his breakthrough in the U.K. rap scene in 2015, aged just 16. His first freestyle on the popular platform Bl@ckbox displayed his passion for social justice as well as his skills as a writer. He followed up with a succession of other socially conscious freestyles, including a “Warm Up Session” on Jamal Edwards’ SBTV YouTube channel; a “Fire In The Booth” on BBC Radio 1Xtra.  

The success of “Thiago Silva” with the established AJ Tracey in 2016 helped him catch the eye of Drake. He premiered a remix single of Dave’s song “Wanna Know,” featuring himself on OVO Sound Radio the same year. The Drake version of the song charted, catapulting Dave to the top of the U.K’s next up lists. He won the Ivor Novello Award for Best Contemporary Song with “Question Time,” which was critical of the U.K. government and scored his first U.K. No.1 with Funky Friday”, featuring Fredo. 

In 2019, his critically acclaimed debut album Psychodrama entered the U.K. albums chart at No. 1 and won numerous awards. His sophomore album We’re All Alone in This Together also debuted at No. 1 on the U.K. chart and was the biggest U.K. album launch of 2021 when it was released. Check out the video for “Starlight” from We’re All Alone in This Together below.  

Diddy Tells Jay-Z He Filled The “Big Void” Left By Tupac & Biggie’s Murders 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Diddy told Jay-Z that he stepped into the space left by Biggie and Tupac following their deaths in the late 90s.  

The course of Hip-Hop was irrevocably alerted when icons Tupac and Biggie were murdered. Tupac lost his life in a Las Vegas shooting in September 1996, while The Notorious B.I.G. was shot and killed six months later in Los Angeles in March 1997.  

Nonetheless, Diddy says Jay-Z filled the gaping “void” their murders left in the Hip-Hop community. The Bad Boy boss made the remarks during a Twitter Spaces conversation celebrating Biggie’s 50th birthday. He offered his opinion after Jay-Z spoke about losing two legends in such a short timespan.  

“As far as Big and ‘Pac and pushing forward, that’s just me being a student of the game and loving the game and loving the culture and wanting to push the culture forward,” Hov said. “That was the challenge that I was faced with and that’s a void. That’s a big void. Others stepped in to fill it as well, not just myself. That’s a big void. That’s the two pillars right that. Imagine that, within a year.”  

Diddy Says Hov “Kept The Art Of It Going”

Diddy then interjected, “Bro, you filled them shoes though. You came in and we definitely give thanks. You definitely came, and I just know how much Big really looked up to Jay. They looked up to each other. That is crazy you had to step into the shoes of two people. That’s all it was was those two people. They had things on lock.  

He added, “Hov was coming, but it was like these two cats was just so big, and so to have all of that come on you and have that responsibility to keep this s### fly and keep the art of it going. I think Hov kept the art of it going and take where they was at and take it even higher.” Check out the conversation between Hov and Diddy below. 

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Biggie was celebrated on what would have been his 50th birthday at a tribute at the Empire State building on Thursday, May 20.  

Kendrick Lamar Earns Fourth No. 1 & Biggest Debut On Billboard 200 Of 2022 With “Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers” 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Kendrick Lamar scored the biggest debut on the Billboard 2002 this year with Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers.  

This is the Compton native’s fourth No. 1 album after debuting atop the list with each of his last four albums. According to Billboard, Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers sold 295,500 equivalent album units in its first week, more than any other project this year. It tops Bad Bunny, who debuted at No.1 with 274,000 album-equivalent units, and Future, who scored 222,000. 

The double-disc album features 18 tracks with contributions from Blxst, Sampha, Taylour Paige, Summer Walker, Ghostface Killah, Baby Keem, Kodak Black, and more. 

Eminem Gives Kendrick Lamar His Flowers

The project has received high praise from peers of Kendrick Lamar. Eminem rarely tweets but took to the social media project to give the rapper his flowers. “Yo @DrDre this Kendrick album is f###### ridiculous. I’m speechless,” wrote Eminem.  

 In February, Kendrick Lamar joined Eminem and Dr. Dre for the Super Bowl LVI halftime show. Mary J. Blige, Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent, and Anderson .Paak also took to the stage at the historic hip-Hop event.  

In August, Kendrick Lamar announced Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers would be his last project on TDE. 

“As I produce my final TDE album, I feel joy to have been a part of such a cultural imprint after 17 years. The Struggles. The Success. And most importantly, the Brotherhood,” he penned in an open letter. “May the Most High continue to use Top Dawg as a vessel for candid creators. As I continue to pursue my life’s calling,” Kendrick Lamar wrote. 

Top Dawg Entertainment’s president Punch demonstrated there is no bad blood between them and paid tribute to his former artist after the album’s release. “Shout out to Kendrick Lamar and co,” he wrote. “Congrats on the new album. Last one on TDE. We made history! Much love and continued success. 🙏” 

Dave Chappelle Attacker Isaiah Lee Said He Was “Triggered” By The Comedian’s Jokes 

By: London JennnCategory: News

The man who attacked Dave Chappelle onstage at the Hollywood Bowl earlier this month said he was “triggered” by the comedian’s jokes about the LGBTQ community. He was also upset by his jokes about homelessness but claims he never wanted to hurt Chappelle.  

“I identify as bisexual … and I wanted him to know what he said was triggering,” Isaiah Lee told The Post in a jailhouse interview. “I wanted him to know that next time, he should consider first running his material by people it could affect.”  

“I Wanted Dave Chappelle To Know It’s Not A Joke”

Lee, who is behind bars at the Twin Towers Correctional Facility in Los Angeles, said he expected to have a “good time” at the Netflix is a Joke Festival. However, his jokes about the LGBTQ community and homelessness angered and frustrated him. He was once homeless himself, and took exception to Chappelle joking about the subject. “I’m also a single dad and my son is five,” he explained. “It’s a struggle and I wanted Dave Chappelle to know it’s not a joke.”  

However, he said another comedian’s joke about pedophilia pushed him over the edge as it brought up memories of being molested as a teenager.  

While he admits he had a replica handgun with a retractable knife on him that night, he says he didn’t have it out when he rushed the stage. He claims he carries the weapon for protection as he is also a “minor celebrity.” As reported by AllHipHop Isaiah Lee raps under the moniker Noname_trapper. He released a song named after Dave Chappelle in 2020. 

Lee said reports that he suffers from mental health issues are “wrong” and “inaccurate,” despite his lawyer’s claim that he is receiving mental health services.  

After the incident with Dave Chappelle went viral, Lee’s former roommate accused him of stabbing him last year, leading to further criminal charges against Lee.  

“It was pretty much done,” Lee said of his case involving Dave Chappelle. “But it went from me probably only doing six months [in jail] and having to do community service and living in a transitional home … to possibly 15 or more years in jail,” he added. “My son will be big by the time I get out.” 

No Regrets

Nonetheless, he has no regrets as he was able to speak out about homelessness, LGBTQ rights, and child sex abuse. He recalled his conversation with Dave Chappelle, who asked him why he did it backstage after the incident. “I told him my mother and grandmother, who fought for his civil rights to be able to speak, would be upset at the things he said,” Lee said. But he claims the comedian replied, “Now your story will die with you, son.” 

“But he’s wrong,” Lee told The Post. “I’m sitting here talking to you about it.” 

QueenzFlip’s 12-Year-Old Daughter Arrested For Fight After Allegedly Being Called The N-Word 

By: London JennnCategory: News

QueenzFlip has given a statement after his 12-year-old daughter was arrested following an altercation with another girl at a Brooklyn park. His son was also detained by cops.  

He claimed his daughter got into a fight after being called the N-word by a group of kids who said they were “KKK.”  

He posted a video of his daughter’s arrest on Instagram following the incident. “MY 12 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER & 17 YEAR OLD SON @queenzflipjr WERE ARRESTED FOR FIGHTING AFTER BEING CALLED A N*GG*R BY JEWISH KIDS IN MARINE PARK,” he wrote in the caption. “THEY DIDNT ARREST THE 16YEAR OLD GIRL MY DAUGHTER FOUGHT BECAUSE SHE HAD A CUT OVER HER EYE, & THEIR COMMUNITY CAME TOGETHER, THEIR AMBULANCE, THEIR COPS & ALL!!” 

QueenzFlip then explained that he attempted to have a conversation with the girl’s parents but went to the wrong address. “The only thing that made me tear was Princess being worried about being removed from her special school program this summer,” he added. “I told her NO NOTHING CHANGES YOURE GOING.” 

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QueenzFlip Questions Why Both Parties Were Not Arrested

The social media personality provided further details of the incident on his YouTube page. He explained his daughter was at a park in Brooklyn with her 10-year-old brother and 15-year-old cousin when they got into it with a group of Jewish children. QueenzFlip said a girl in the group claimed to be “KKK” before being warned by others, “you better not touch her,” when his daughter told her she was “weird.” 

Flip claims his daughter then touched the other girl on the forehead who responded by telling her “I will slap the s### out of you,” and called her the N-word before slapping her. He claims his daughter then punched and slapped the girl several times, causing a cut above her eyebrow.  

The other children also got involved, including his 10-year-old son, before some older kids came and separated them. QueenzFlip’s daughter called him, and he sent his 17-year-old son to the park. He chased one of the boys he suspected of being involved and punched him when he caught up to him. 

When QueenzFlip arrived at the park he claimed there were about seven “Jewish cop” cars and another 5 NYPD vehicles. They arrested his daughter and 17-year-old son, but not the other girl involved in the fight.  

The children were eventually released without charge. However, QueenzFlip questioned why both kids weren’t arrested for fighting. “But why didn’t that young girl get arrested as well? Is it because they have their own cops, the Jewish community?” he asked. He said an officer explained the other girl was not detained because she had a cut over her eye.  

“I’m proud that she stood up for what she believed in,” QueenzFlip said of his daughter. However, he added, “Sometimes we got to beat them at a mind game because they expect us to react with our hands. They race bait us. I’m a father, not a daddy and I’ll always be there for mine,” he concluded. Check out the video below.  

Machine Gun Kelly Selling His $30,000 Fingernails For Charity

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Machine Gun Kelly is selling the diamonds he wore on his nails during the Billboard Music Awards for charity.

The rapper and punk rocker attended the prizegiving ceremony in Las Vegas last Sunday night wearing $30,000 worth of diamonds on his fingernails

His manicure, a collaboration between nail brand Nails of LA and jewelry label Marrow Fine, was encrusted with 880 diamonds.

When asked about the look by Entertainment Tonight, Machine Gun Kelly said he was planning to upcycle the nail art by taking the diamonds off and transforming them into rings.

“I’m gonna take these off and turn them into rings, and we’re donating 100 percent of the proceeds to a Cleveland charity,” he said, referencing his Ohio hometown.

The collection of limited-edition rings will be available on Marrow Fine’s website.

Pete Davidson Name Checks Kanye In Final “Saturday Night Live” Appearance

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Pete Davidson referenced Kanye West during his final appearance on “Saturday Night Live” over the weekend.

Joining Colin Jost and Michael Che for the Weekend Update segment of the sketch show on Saturday evening, the comedian began by acknowledging the “millions of people only watching to see if I bring up Kanye.”

There has been tension between the pair since Pete started dating Kanye’s ex-wife, Kim Kardashian, last year.

Elsewhere, Pete Davidson thanked SNL creator Lorne Michaels for his ongoing support and recalled the advice he gave him shortly after he announced his engagement to Ariana Grande in 2018. Pete and Ariana split a few months later.

“He always gives the best advice,” the 28-year-old insisted before recounting their conversation. “I said, ‘Lorne, I just got engaged to Ariana Grande after dating for two weeks.’ He said, ‘Oh, hold on for dear life!’ It’s a true thing, he said.”

Pete also shared that Lorne told him he wasn’t sure he was the right for the show during his audition but decided “let’s screw this up together.”

“And that’s exactly what we did,” he smiled. “And that’s why people who don’t think I deserve this job shouldn’t hate me since we have so much in common. Like, if anything I should inspire hope that literally anyone could be on ‘Saturday Night Live.'”

In addition to Pete Davidson, veteran SNL stars Kate McKinnon, Aidy Bryant, and Kyle Mooney are also departing the show.

Kim Kardashian Wants To Start Law Firm For Death Row Inmates

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Kim Kardashian has set her sights on setting up her own law firm.

During the latest episode of Hulu show “The Kardashians,” the reality TV star is seen meeting with Scott Budnick, founder of the Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC), to discuss how she can “make a difference” when it comes to prison reform in the U.S.

“I think it would be cool to start a firm that does just justice reform and hires formerly incarcerated people to run it and work there,” she said, noting that she would be interested in helping fund cases and investigators. “I really invest in the people I work with, especially on death row cases.”

Kim went on to reflect on the case of Brandon Bernard, who was sentenced to death for the murders of Todd and Stacie Bagley in 1999 and remained on death row until his execution in December 2020.

The 41-year-old, who passed the “baby bar” law exam on her fourth attempt last December, described how she got to know Brandon “pretty well” in his last few days and was his “last call.”

“He was executed, we weren’t able to stop it, but this is why I do what I do because the system is so broken. I think my goal is just sharing the process so that people can see what our system is really like, and how inhumane the death penalty really is,” she stated.

Elsewhere in the episode, Kim was depicted utilizing her celebrity connections, including the likes of Amy Schumer, Snoop Dogg, and James Corden, to call attention to the case of former death row inmate Julius Jones.

Eventually, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt commuted Jones’ sentence to life imprisonment without parole just four hours before his scheduled execution in November.

Reflecting on her legal work during a further chat with Scott, Kim said her late attorney father Robert Kardashian would be proud of her commitment.

“He would get a kick out of it. He would be like, ‘You’re insane,’ because he used to tell me, ‘You don’t want to do this.’ He said to me, ‘You’re so vain, you are not going to want to be an attorney and you’ll have so many f**king wrinkles because the stress and you’ll stay up all night,” the mother-of-four smiled.

Megan Fox Makes Stunning Revelation about Machine Gun Kelly’s New Movie “Good Mourning”

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Megan Fox has claimed Machine Gun Kelly penned the script for “Good Mourning” in just three days.

During an interview with Entertainment Tonight at the recent Hollywood premiere of the new comedy, the “Jennifer’s Body” actress revealed that her musician fiancé churned out the screenplay for the project in record time.

“I mean, he was amazing,” Megan Fox praised. “He wrote the whole movie in like, three days, which is incredible. You could see his bursts of creativity, where he sort of downloads something from the universe and puts out an amazing product really quickly.”

The film follows London Clash, a movie star whose world is turned upside down when he must choose between pursuing true love and starring in a major movie.

Kelly, real name Colson Baker, co-directed the movie alongside Mod Sun, with the likes of Megan, Dove Cameron, Becky G, Pete Davidson, and Whitney Cummings all making appearances.

“This movie – it came from kind of like, a depressed place and turned into a comedy. It’s funny, ’cause when you start to invite light into your life, it’ll find its way to manifest in that way,” added Kelly.
Good Mourning is now showing in U.S. cinemas.

Bankroll Freddie Wins Freedom Under Strict Conditions After Huge Drug/Gun Bust

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg)Category: Exclusives

Rapper Bankroll Freddie won his freedom from jail and the clutches of the FBI after he was busted with an arsenal of weapons in 21 pounds of weed.

The legal drama for Bankroll Freddie started on April 14th when he was traveling through West Memphis, Arkansas.

The cops caught the rapper speeding in a Chevy Silverado with dealership plates and initiated a traffic stop. 

During the search of the truck, the cops found a loaded Micro Draco AK-47 style pistol in the front passenger’s seat, under some clothing and a bag; a Polymer 80 9 Glock clone handgun with no serial number and $33,662 in cash in the center console. 

They also found a duffle bag with 21.4 pounds of “high-grade” marijuana in the back seat; and seven magazines, including five extended magazines, located throughout the vehicle. 

After some resistance, Bankroll Freddie was placed in a squad car and hauled off to the Crittenden County Jail. The following day, the arresting officer found a “Glock switch,” which turns the weapon into a machine gun, in the backseat of his car, where the rapper was sitting.

During a hearing, Bankroll Freddie’s bodyguard Avery Levar Campbell testified that the Draco found in the truck was his and left there from a previous trip. 

Campbell also testified that the Polymer 9 mm belonged to a member of Bankroll Freddie’s entourage named Braxton Green, who died in September of 2021. 

Bankroll Freddie is part owner of a car dealership in North Little Rock. According to Campbell, numerous people had access to the Chevy Silverado truck, and the guns did not belong to Bankroll Freddie. 

The rapper was indicted on three charges. Bankroll Freddie is charged with possession with intent to distribute marijuana, possession of a machine gun, and possession of firearms in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. 

The most severe charge, Count 3, is punishable by not less than 30 years in prison.

On May 18th, Bankroll Freddie, born Freddie D. Gladney, III, appeared with his counsel Rickey Hicks for a bond hearing. The court ruled that despite being in possession of the guns, Bankroll Freddie has no felony convictions and does not have a history of violence, and therefore poses no risk to the community. 

“His family and community ties, combined with his very public career, makes it unlikely that he will attempt to flee. Instead, he has every incentive to comply with his release conditions so that he may continue working,” ruled Judge Edie Ervin.

According to his paperwork, Bankroll Freddie will be released to the custody of his bodyguard, Avery Lavar Campbell, with whom he will live. 

Campbell is much more than security for the Quality Control rapper. He serves as a youth pastor at Antioch Baptist, and he is a veteran of the United States military, having completed two tours in Iraq and one in Afghanistan. 

Bankroll Freddie has some strict conditions if he expects to remain free. Bankroll Freddie must abide by a strict 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. curfew, refrain from excessive drinking, and smoking marijuana, and he has to avoid associating with felons.

The rapper is free to record in the studio and make videos. But while he is creating videos, Bankroll Freddie may not use any guns (including prop guns) or illegal substances. 

However, the judge allowed Bankroll Freddie to continue to tour, so long as it is at an actual concert venue. But, he is barred from attending any after parties.

Bankroll Freddie is promoting the release of his newest album, “From Trap to Rap 2.”

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Gibrilville Feat Jaysynth Release New Single ‘Angels’

By: Staff WriterCategory: Music

Afrobeat artist Gibrilville is set to release his latest single ‘Angels,’ following the success of his previous single ‘Dididaada,’ which has reached nearly half a million streams on Spotify alone. Collaborating once again with producer Jaysynth, ‘Angels’ explore Gibrilville’s journey with spirituality and the trials and tribulations of his life. ‘Angels’ will be released on May 22nd, 2022 on all major streaming platforms.

Inspired by his time in prison, Gibrilville used ‘Angels’ as a way to reflect on his strength. The song, which has storytelling at its core, unravels Gibrilville’s narrative, as he explains; “I have experienced a lot of challenges and spiritual battles since I have been back in Africa. Curses, court cases, and attempts on my life have become a norm. In this record, I channeled those stories and tried my best to tell the story as it happened.”

The song can be broken down into segments, taking inspiration from the phrase ‘obeah dibia al-amin.’ Obeah refers to a kind of sorcery practiced in the Caribbean, while Dibia, which derives from the West African dialect, Igbo, means master of knowledge and wisdom. This term is used for traditional healers, which struck a chord with Gibrilville after having his tarot cards read to him, discovering that in his previous life, he was a traditional

 healer. Al-Amin is an Arabic name for a male that means they are devoted, honest, trustworthy, and loyal, which reflects Gibrilville’s religion as a Muslim, while also paying homage to his late father, who was named Lamin. The attention to detail in Gibrilville’s lyrical story is important to the song as he invites listeners into his past. With dreamy piano melodies and atmospheric synths, Gibrilville opens with a smooth flow, ‘At the age of 7, I started having bad dreams,’ describing how he was attacked in his dreams by jinns, all throughout his childhood. A mellow Afro beat kicks in and builds the foundation of the ambient production, while Gibrilville speaks of his time in prison as he turned 30.

Here he remembers the night Satan visited him and reflects how 10 years down the line, living in Ghana, he is now a much stronger person because of his experiences. While ‘Angels’ has a chill-hop approach, hidden in the words are a more sinister element creating impact as the closing line ‘Somebody wants me to die tonight’ is hard-hitting and leaves listeners on the edge of their seats, yearning for more.

‘Angels’ will be released through Foreign Exchange Records, a music production company founded by Gibrilville, as part of his mission to push Afro beats music globally. Gibrilville who was passionate about music from a young age moved to the US in the early 2000s and focused his energy on pursuing his dreams in music. Now recognized as one of the most influential Afrobeat artists, Gibrilville astonishes audiences with his fusion of hip-hop, rap, and reggae, tied together with both English and French vocals. Weaving the story of his life through captivating lyrics and powerful beats, Gibrilville uses his music as a platform to spread the message of spiritual awareness and the need for African solidarity.

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Suspect In MO3 Murder Pleads Guilty To Felony Gun Charges

By: Kershaw St. JawnsonCategory: News

Kewon Dontrell White, the man suspected of killing rapper MO3, has pled guilty to unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon.

On Thursday, May 19th, the 23-year-old entered his guilty plea regarding the 2020 incident where a Lancaster officer found a 9 mm pistol in his pocket, federal court records show.

Almost two years ago, on August 16th, 2020, White fled from the Lancaster police on his dirt bike and then on foot after the cops tried to pull him over for several traffic violations.

This guilty plea comes after Kevon Dontrell White and Devin Maurice Brown were indicted in 2021 for the death of Dallas rapper MO3, born Melvin Noble. AllHipHop.com reported on the accusations.

M03 was 28-years-old when he was fatally shot in broad daylight on November 11th, 2020, on Interstate 35E near the Dallas Zoo.

An arrest affidavit explained how officers picked White up three weeks later after witnesses named him as the triggerman behind the rapper’s killing and revealed the U.S. attorney’s office said Devin Maurice Brown is a “known affiliate” of White’s.

This is not the first time White, despite barely being past the age of legally being able to smoke cigarettes, has been in trouble with the law. 

He was sentenced to three years in prison for running away from cops in a stolen car. He also got hit with 18-months for two separate unauthorized use of a motor vehicle incidents.

In his most recent weapon case, White faces up to 10 years and a fine of $250,000. 

White and Brown still face murder charges for M03’s murder. White’s lawyers could not immediately be reached for comment.

Top Artist out of New York, Sean Delaney

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: Music

Sean Delaney, a music artist from New York, wants to ‘impact the world’ with his lyric ability. Sean has been making music since he was a kid and he owes it all to his dad – “without him, I would have never woken up on the weekends listening to classic rock and becoming completely consumed with amazing music. He put me on to so much and because of that, I became a very eclectic and versatile artist. I am a true lyrical chameleon and I can adapt to any type of instrumental. It gives me great skill when it comes to working on different types of songs”. 

Sean is an independent artist working under his own label, Rock Your Weird Ent. and the owner of his own clothing brand, Sincerely Dedicated Co. He is a Jack of all trades, and he does it all for his family. Sean is a loving father and husband who grinds day in and day out for his family. 

Sean’s hardest obstacle in the music industry has been “watching the transition of Hip Hop over the years. With it once being about lyrical content it now is more about the beat or a song that has no true substance. It is sad that the real version of Hip Hop had to take a backseat to this new style. Don’t get me wrong there is a lot of really dope music out there now but some of it just doesn’t belong in the same room with what is considered real, raw hip hop. I think that is the worst thing that I had to watch”. 

Sean is working on his third mixtape for his Wonder Years series dropping in August, as well as his Heart Of A Lion album that is coming soon as well. The album will consist of 12 classic songs, his most accomplished album to date. Listen to Sean Delaney on Spotify and follow him on Instagram to keep up with his music, he is an artist you won’t want to miss. 

Megan Thee Stallion Talks About Her “Unspoken Bond” With Dua Lipa

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Megan Thee Stallion has an “unspoken bond” with her “Sweetest Pie” collaborator Dua Lipa.

Megan admitted that she wasn’t convinced she would click with the “New Rules” singer before they worked together on the collaboration, which was released in March.

“When somebody is so gorgeous and established, you don’t know what to expect,” she explained. “A lot of ladies can be divas. But Dua is just so nice. She felt like a familiar spirit. We have an unspoken bond, it’s not even anything we need to discuss. Sometimes people get the wrong idea about me, too. But once you meet me, you’re like, ‘Oh! This is my homegirl.'”

Megan thee Stallion first expressed her interest in working with Dua in June 2021 when she said in a video, “Somebody asked me about Dua Lipa, I love Dua Lipa, she’s so fire. I really do want to do a song with Dua Lipa.”

The comment caught the “Levitating” singer’s attention, and she wrote on her Instagram Stories, “I love you @TheeStallion LET’S GET IT!!!!”

They began teasing the song in February before officially announcing the collab in March.

In a Vogue interview, Dua’s friend and co-songwriter, Clarence Coffee Jr., revealed that the star came up with her section of the track in under an hour.

“I wish more people could see how she is as an artist in a room,” he praised. “She has incredible ideas, she’s a great lyricist, and she’s a beast with melodies.”