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First Week Sales Projections For Chris Brown’s ‘Breezy’ Are In

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Will Chris Brown earn another Number One? According to music industry prognosticators, it appears Breezy will not make it to the pinnacle of the Billboard 200 chart out the gate.

HitsDailyDouble projects Breezy will open with 60,000-70,000 first-week units. Chris Brown’s tenth studio LP is presently expected to miss the #1 spot on next week’s Billboard 200.

Lil Durk dropped the deluxe version of 7220 on the same day Breezy landed on DSPs. HDD has the extended version of 7220 bringing in another 65,000-75,000 units over this tracking period.

Growin’ Up by Luke Combs is part of the three-way chart race as well. The Country album also looks to amass around 65,000 to 75,000 first-week units.

Other debuts include R&B singer/songwriter Giveon’s Give or Take. The 15-track project will likely open with 33,000-38,000 first-week units. Machine Gun Kelly’s Mainstream Sellout, which got a deluxe/vinyl release, is on pace to collect 20,000-25,000 units this week.

If HDD is correct and Chris Brown’s Breezy only tops off with 70,000 first-week units, it would be a decline from 2019’s Indigo. That project premiered at #1 with 108,000 album-equivalent units. 2020’s Slime & B mixtape with rapper Young Thug peaked at #24.

Throughout his career, Chris Brown has scored three Number Ones on the Billboard 200. Indigo spent one week in the top spot. Furthermore, 2011’s F.A.M.E. and 2012’s Fortune remained at No 1. for one week, respectively. Brown also has ten Top 10 entries on the Billboard 200.

Breezy includes features by Lil Durk, Capella Grey, Fivio Foreign, Lil Wayne, Yung Bleu, Lil Baby, Wizkid, H.E.R., Bryson Tiller, Ella Mai, EST Gee, Jack Harlow, Blxst and Tory Lanez. Chris Brown tapped Ye Ali, Nate Rhoads, Yonni, Leon YoungBlood, and others to handle the album’s production.

Drake Becomes Fifth Act In History With At Least Eleven No.1 Albums

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Aubrey Drake Graham has established himself as one of the most commercially successful artists of the last decade. The OVO Sound boss continues to rack up accolades for his already illustrious career thanks to his latest effort, Honestly, Nevermind.

This week saw Drake’s name added to an exclusive list of legends. Drizzy is now just the fifth act in music history to have more than ten No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200 chart.

Drake’s Honestly, Nevermind debuted at #1 on the latest Billboard 200. The 35-year-old rapper/singer joins The Beatles (19), Jay-Z (14), Bruce Springsteen (11), and Barbra Streisand (11) on the all-time rankings of musicians with the most No. 1 projects.

Honestly, Nevermind started atop the Billboard 200 with 204,000 equivalent album units. That opening total is significantly lower than Drizzy’s previous studio LP. 2021’s Certified Lover Boy also launched at #1 on the Billboard 200 but managed to collect 613,000 first-week units.

Drake Could Have The No. 1 Album & No. 1 Single At The Same Time

Additionally, Honestly, Nevermind brought in the fourth-largest streaming week of 2022 (250 million streams). Drake’s new collection only follows Bad Bunny’s Un Verano Sin Ti (357 million streams), Kendrick Lamar’s Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers (343 million streams), and Future’s I Never Liked You (284 million streams).

Un Verano Sin Ti currently sits at #2 on the Billboard 200. Post Malone’s Twelve Carat Toothache slipped three spots to #7. Khaza by Kevin Gates debuted at #8. After hitting #1 earlier this year, Future’s I Never Liked You slides one position to #6. Kendrick Lamar’s former #1, Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, dropped from #7 to #9.

Honestly, Nevermind only has one feature performance. Industry forecasters predict Drake’s “Jimmy Cooks” with 21 Savage could start off at #1 on Billboard‘s Hot 100 chart. If “Jimmy Cooks” does become a Number One single, Drake would also earn his 11th chart-topping Hot 100 song.

Cardi B Reveals Release Date For New “Hot Sh*t” Single

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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This week will see the arrival of Cardi B’s next single. The Bronx-bred rapstress let her global fanbase know she is coming back with the “Hot Sh*t” track this week.

“My new single ‘Hot Sh*t’ available everywhere THIS FRIDAY 7/1 🚨🚨,” tweeted Cardi B on Sunday night. This announcement came after the recording-breaking rhymer teased new music on Twitter.

Cardi also shared a 15-second video snippet on social media. It is not clear if the visuals are just a promo clip or a teaser for an upcoming full-length music video.

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2021’s “Up” is Cardi B’s most recent single as a lead artist. Last year, the 29-year-old rapper/actress also worked with R&B singers Normani (“Wild Side”) and Lizzo (“Rumors”) on Billboard Hot 100 Top 20 hits.

For 2022, Cardi B teamed with two other R&B vocalists. An extended version of Summer Walker’s “No Love” with Cardi and SZA arrived in March. The former reality show star also embraced the Bronx Drill movement by hopping on Kay Flock’s “Shake It” along with Dougie B and Bory300.

The 3x-Platinum Invasion of Privacy came out in 2018. Cardi B’s debut studio LP won Best Rap Album at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards. The Atlantic Records-released project holds the record for the longest-charting female rap album of all time.

Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars & Anderson .Paak) Win Big At 2022 BET Awards

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BET held its annual award show last night in Los Angeles. Silk Sonic was one of the top winners of this year’s ceremony.

The duo of Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak received Album Of The Year for An Evening with Silk Sonic. They also took home Best Group. Plus, Anderson .Paak won Video Director Of The Year.

Best Female Hip Hop Artist went to Megan Thee Stallion for the third straight year. Male Hip Hop Artist went to Kendrick Lamar. The pg Lang co-founder also won Video Of The Year for “Family Ties” alongside Baby Keem.

Jazmine Sullivan won Best Female R&B/Pop Artist. The Weeknd won Best Male R&B/Pop Artist. Latto teared up while accepting the BET Award for Best New Artist. Mary J. Blige’s “Good Morning Gorgeous” secured the BET Her Award.

Will Smith won Best Actor for his on-screen performances including his portrayal of Richard Williams in King Richard. The film also won Best Movie. Zendaya (Euphoria, Spider-Man: No Way Home) picked up Best Actress.

Sean “Diddy” Combs was in the Microsoft Theater to accept the Lifetime Achievement Award. The Hip Hop mogul took to the stage to run through a medley of his hits. Mary J. Blige, Jodeci, Lil Kim, Faith Evans, Shyne, and more veteran talents joined Diddy for the set.

To see the full list of winners for the 2022 BET Awards visit BET.com.

Little Simz Debuts New “From The Heart” Song At Glastonbury Festival 

By: London Jennn Updated Category: News
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Little Simz shared a fresh new “never shared before” track during her performance at Glastonbury Festival on Friday evening (Jun. 25). 

The London rapper had to overcome an initially inattentive crowd as she opened her set with Emma Corrin’s spoken word interlude “The Rapper Who Came To Tea.” She then delivered a potent performance of “Introvert” before following up with “Two Worlds Apart” and then “I Love You, I Hate You,” all from her critically acclaimed recent album ‘Sometimes I Might Be Introvert.  

Little Simz also previewed a new as yet untitled track during her electrifying set. She revealed the song was “honest” and “from the heart.” 

“I wrote a song that has never been shared before, and it felt like the right time to share it,” she said. “So, if it’s cool with you guys, I’d love to share it.” 

Little Simz announced earlier this year she had to cancel her North American tour. She explained that going ahead would leave her in a “huge deficit” financially and cause too much “mental stress.” 

However, in an update on Instagram last week, little Simz shared she’s in a great space after taking some time out. Furthermore, she teased a new “really exciting project,” she’s looking forward to sharing with her fans.  

“Yeaaah maaan. Took a second to do life and get re aligned,” she began. “Grateful for those in my life who keep me grounded and uplift me! Missed you guys thooo 🥹 we’re gonna dance this summer. Festival season is here and Glastonbury is NEXT! – side note: really exciting project I been burying my head in. Cannot wait to share 🤞🏿🎯❤️” 

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Interscope & Geffen Records Brought the Stars Out For Their Annual BET Awards Party

By: Rea Davis @IamReaDavis Updated Category: Events
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Interscope and Geffen Records hosted their annual BET Awards party at La Mesa in West Hollywood during BET Awards week, and it was certainly another one for the books!

Thursday and Friday were the busiest days of BET Awards week 2022, but everyone wanted to attend Interscope’s industry-favorite celebration. 

Musicians, tastemakers,and industry professionals alike gathered to celebrate a night of music to remember.

Guests enjoyed plant-based bites from Tattooed Chef while sipping signature PATRÓN cocktails. 

Celebrities in attendance included Ari Lennox, Alex Vaughn, Arin Ray, Busta Rhymes, Cozz, GoGo Morrow, K Camp, Lebra Jolie, Lehla Samia, Lute, MUSTARD, Nia Sultana, Reason, Rosemarie, Rory Farrell, Ryan Trey, Shady, Blu, Swae Lee, Sally Sossa, YK Osiris, Westside Boogie, Highway, Rob 49, YSB Tril, and Dreamville Co-Founder Ib Hamad, Partner/Head of Music ICM Rob Gibbs, Spotify Creative Director/ Head of Urban Carl Chery, film/TV producer and Khalabo Music founder Kenya Barris, CEO of SCMG Arnold Taylor, LVRN Co-Founders Tunde Balogun, Justice Baiden, Junia Abaidoo, Carlon Ramong and EVP/GM of LVRN Records Amber Grimes and many more.

Miss Diddy Opens BET Weekend With ‘A Toast to Black Hollywood’ 

By: London Jennn Updated Category: News
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Miss Diddy kicked off BET Awards weekend in LA with the return of her annual event, A Toast to Black Hollywood (formerly A Toast to Young Hollywood), after a two-year absence during the pandemic.  

The event highlights the achievements of top Black industry movers and shakers who don’t always get the recognition they deserve. Three hundred guests gathered at the London Hotel in West Hollywood to pay homage to those who are making a powerful change in the culture. 

This year’s honorees include rapper and philanthropist Trae tha Truth; Valeisha Jones, Co-President of the Recording Academy; Tim Hinshaw, Head of Hip-Hop and R&B at Amazon Music; Nina Parker, Television Host & Fashion designer; Cynthia Bailey, Entrepreneur, & reality star; and Shayla Cowan, Producer & Chief of Staff Will Packer Productions among other worthy recipients. 

Rapper and Griselda manager Chace Infinite was also honored with Benny the Butcher in the audience.  

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Houston’s Hometown hero took to Instagram to thank Miss Diddy and Toast To Black Hollywood. “Blessed And Honored To Be Recognized Receiving This Award,” wrote Trae Tha Truth. “Humbled… This Is My Second Award This Week.. 🙏🏿💙” he added.  

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Miss Diddy founded the event under its former name in 2014 to pay tribute to those who deserved recognition for their impact on the culture but were being overlooked. The name change came this year to reflect the societal changes of the past two years while the event has been on hiatus.  

Eric Bellinger and Chrisette Michelle performed live at the event while the audience sipped cocktails sponsored by Ciroc & Dusse. Other Toast to Black Hollywood sponsors included BET, Amazon Music Rotation, Doritos, and Pepsi.  

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Why Jan Seiler Is Dominating The EU Hip Hop Scene

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: Music News
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Music is something that most people like all around the world. Music has such a stronghold that even animals appear to enjoy it. Music has evolved into many different forms throughout the years, with enormous development and inclusion. As a result, it’s no surprise that music is divided into many genres.

Jan Seiler is an artist who pushes the standard in terms of allowing his own personality and emotional approach to songwriting to take center stage, leading him to create music that is both personal, thrilling, and awe-inspiring.

As an artist, it’s critical to create something that you’re proud of. When Jan Seiler found his passion for music, for example, his fan following exploded as people felt his honesty and dedication to his craft.

Jan Seiler humbly aspires to continue evolving as an artist and human being for as long as he can, pursuing success and artistic greatness. As a creative artist, it might be difficult to let go and be yourself, especially in a fast-paced industry where new trends emerge every month. When it comes to trendsetting, Jan Seiler refined and improved his technique after a few years of experience in the music industry. He can now translate his emotions and perspicuity into feelings that his admirers like.

The life of a musician is not easy, and individuals in the music industry sometimes struggle to retain their composure as they get older, both professionally and personally. Many people suffer from early-stage burnout and take extended hiatuses, which keeps them out of the public spotlight, which is bad for those who want to stay relevant. This is why it is far more vital to do things slowly and persevere over time. 

Jan Seiler looks forward to communicating stories and inspiring people, giving the world a diverse take on his music that is far removed from the usual stereotypes and cliches of the genre.

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Music Opens The Door To Connecting More Deeply With Your Own Self, Per DJ Mirzaaghazadeh

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: Music News
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If you want an instant mood change, turn on music. It’s no coincidence that medical research has found phenomenal use of music in treatments. From jazz to rap – music is an unassuming weapon that holds tremendous power.

Musical Artist DJ Mirzaaghazadeh explains how you can use that power to your advantage. With music, connect with your inner self and tap into its limitless capabilities.

Empower Your Core

Through music as a channel, you can release your pent-up feelings. Be it the negative ones of anger and anxiety or positive ones like excitement and happiness. Music gives your inner self a voice. They say that music speaks to you. But DJ Mirzaaghazadeh puts forth a groundbreaking theory – it isn’t music that speaks to you. It is your inner self speaking to you using music as a medium. That perfectly sums up why the same melodies and lyrics mean one thing to one person and something entirely different to another.

Create A Therapeutic Environment

Are you whipping up a mouth-watering dish? Gardening on a quiet afternoon? There’s one thing that can enhance the experience. You guessed it – music. DJ Mirzaaghazadeh suggests plugging in your headphones as a relaxing way to turn any activity into a way to reach your core. It is a proven way to bring out your innermost self.

Nourish Your Imagination

Music lets your inner child break free. It does not judge, and it does not restrict.

DJ Mirzaaghazadeh says, “On most days, we keep our feelings caged up, not realizing how we’re pushing our deepest self even deeper down.”

Music releases our inner self. Which helps us connect with who we really are. DJ Mirzaaghazadeh asks every person to give music a chance to change their lives for the better. So, go ahead and play some tunes and connect with your inner self!

Fast-Rising Artist Boyd Hoek Is One To Watch

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: Music News
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The “Life is a Trip” is the perfect remedy for those who are going through a rough time in their love life. This High-level Techno Track with different catchy sounds is pleasant to the ear. The artist has tried his best to connect with the listeners as he has written this song after getting a good response from the fans. This creativity also has an imprint on the artist so that the listeners can accept him for who he is. The artist that we are talking about is “BoydHoek”.

BoydHoek is a renowned DJ as well as a Recording Artist who takes inspiration from the music of different cultures. It gets fascinated by the music of the middle east to the sounds from every nook and corner. The artist’s music is in the EDM genre and has been flaunting his creativity in the sound.

The music is very competitive today but BoydHoek has managed to make a position for himself as well as expand his fan base rapidly. It was possible for BoydHoek because he produce music because of his passion firstly and then for the people so that they connect with him in all the ways possible.

Talking about his journey, BoydHoek has been a musical person from the very beginning. He takes inspiration from other genres too besides the EDM genre. He likes to combine his unique music with raw talent which serves as the hottest track one has ever listened to. He says, “ It all started with a feeling or an emotion and I visualize these into sound form.

Once I have the initial outlay of the track, I slowly develop with the various sounds that express that feeling or emotion. I try to search for individual sounds that can invoke or replicate a feeling, emotion, or thought. Sometimes I will have to look at other genres of music outside of the EDM scene for inspiration.”

Music is like a portion of food to our soul and BoydHoek wants his listeners to feel the same. After making music he relistens to it every time and if it doesn’t his feelings and emotions, go back and tries to make a change in it. This shows how badly he wants his music to connect with people.

Now, emphasizing the recent projects, he was really happy with his latest release “Life is Trip” which he was very excited for his fans to listen to, and takes pride in seeing the appreciation he got from his listeners.

BoydHoek was born in Castricum and grew up near Amsterdam. He loves to be connected by these fans and if you want to explore more about his recent works, click on the link below

People can follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boydhoek/

Kendrick Lamar Bleeds From A Crown of Thorns To Protest Roe V. Wade Decision At Glastonbury Festival 

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Kendrick Lamar used his headline set at the Glastonbury Festival with a powerful protest in support of women’s rights following the Supreme Court’s recent decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. 

The visual impact of the theatrical performance was undeniable. As Kendrick wound down his set he stood in the middle of the stage as blood poured down his face from a diamond-studded crown of thorns, turning his white shirt red.  

Flanked by his dancers, Kendrick Lamar chanted, “Godspeed for women’s rights. They judge you, they judge Christ.”  

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His eyes were closed while he repeated the phrase over and over, increasing the intensity each time. He then concluded abruptly; breaking off mid sentence before slamming down his microphone and walking off stage, leaving the crowd in awe.  

The Mr. Morale And The Big Steppers artist also spoke directly to his fans elsewhere during his set.  

“On behalf of me and my team, I want to thank every individual out here tonight,” Kendrick Lamar said while performing “Love.” He continued, “I consider y’all family, this s### is special, it means a lot to me. I look out into the crowd and I see different creeds, different colors. I wear this crown. They judged Christ. They judge you, they judged Christ. We gonna continue to walk in his image.” 

Kendrick Lamar also addressed other social justice issues throughout his set using his music. He performed “Alright,” “Humble,” and “Swimming Pools,” songs that protest against police brutality, racial injustice, and toxic masculinity.  

The Grammy Award winner ended the festival with “Savoir,” which he introduced with the message “imperfection is beautiful.” 

Kendrick Lamar Savior

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Diddy Joined By Shyne, Mary J. Blige, Lil Kim, Jodeci, Faith Evans, Busta Rhymes & More For Nostalgic BET Awards Tribute Performance 

By: London Jennn Updated Category: News
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Diddy was honored with the coveted Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2022 BET Awards on Sunday night (Jun. 26) after taking part in an epic tribute performance alongside some of the acts whose hits he helped to create.  

Fellow Hip-Hop legend and mogul Jay-Z opened the tribute with a reminder of the impact Diddy had on the young Black creatives around him. “Puff was the first one that came through and made us feel like it was us. It was ghetto fabulous. We took our rightful place at the tables in the boardrooms, in the fashion shows; we arrived,” he explained.  

Diddy & Friends Deliver A Dose Of Nostalgia

After Hov’s touching introduction came the performances beginning with Jodeci, who kicked off the set with “Come & Talk To Me.” They were then joined by Mary J. Blige, who brought back memories with “I’m Going Down,” before the man of the night himself came out to perform “Victory.” 

The night held many surprises, and one of the most unexpected was the appearance of Belizean politician and former Bad Boy Records rapper Shyne. He had the crowd on their feet while rapping the lyrics of “Bad Boyz” before Diddy got into “Benjamins.”  

The stars continued to come out to honor the Bad Boy Records boss. Lil Kim, The LOX, and Busta Rhymes joined Diddy for “Benjamins” and “Pass the Courvoisier.” However, they updated the lyrics to “Pass the Ciroc this way,” to keep it in the family.  

Next up was Bryson Tiller, who united with Diddy to perform “Gotta Move On,” their new song. Faith Evans then came out to join Diddy for a performance of “Missing You,” dedicated to the late Kim Porter. 

Meanwhile, Diddy’s current boo, City Girls’ Yung Miami, had a special message of her own. She held up a sign during the tribute that read “Go Papi.” 

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Finally, following all of the performances, Babyface recalled how a young Puff Daddy transformed into the mogul he is today. Then came a final surprise as Kanye West came on stage to present Diddy with the Lifetime Achievement Award.  Check out the performances below.

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Kanye West Makes Surprise Appearance To Honor Diddy With BET Lifetime Achievement Award 

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Kanye West paid tribute to his “favorite artist,” Diddy, during a surprise guest appearance to award him with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the BET Awards on Sunday night (Jun. 26). 

Though the Donda hitmaker came to the stage covered from head to toe there was no mistaking his identity. He wore the full-face mask, gloves, and beloved Balenciaga Steroid boots fans have become accustomed to seeing Kanye in.  

During his speech, Kanye explained how he identified with Diddy’s desire to change his name throughout his career. He also spoke of the Bad Boy honcho’s influence on him and revealed how Diddy affected his “wife choices.” 

“How do we crown our kings? How do we appreciate our kings?” he began, before revealing how Diddy inspired him during the 1990s. “I was signed to Puff without him knowing,” he joked, adding “That statement is not legally binding!” 

Ye continued, “This is my favorite artist. You see I’m saying favorite artist — everything, not specifically production, the trip. Back then there was so many rules to hip-hop and he broke all of them.” 

Kanye West then shared how much of an inspiration Diddy still is to him. “I go to him for advice to this day. He inspired so many of my choices. So many of my life choices. My wife choices. And here we are. Thanks for that, Puff,” he added. 

“He broke down so many doors of classism, taste, culture, swag. Puff, if I never told you, I love you. You’re my brother.” 

Diddy then came on stage to receive his award and thanked God and his mother sitting in the crowd. He then thanked “Every artist, every producer, every writer, and every executive,” he’s worked with over the years. “Thank you to all of my fans who have been with me for over 25 years. I love y’all. I love y’all,” he concluded.  

However, before leaving the stage Diddy pledged $2 million to HBCUs declaring, “we should play for us.” He announced he is donating $1 million to Howard University, and another $1 million to Jackson State University.  Check out the highlights and watch Diddy’s acceptance speech in full below.  

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Chadwick Boseman’s Widow And Parents Get Less Than The Government In Estate Settlement

By: illseed Updated Category: News
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Chadwick Boseman died of cancer a little less than three years ago, but his monies are just now being divided.

He died of cancer in 2020.

But, the movie stars did not leave a will or a trust. Now, his family will split the money. Moreover, the government will get more money than both of them.

According to Shadow & Act, Taylor Simone Ledward Boseman, the widow of the mega star actor, will receive $1.15 million. His parents, Leroy and Caroline Boseman, will also receive $1.15 million. Meanwhile, because there was no will or living trust, the government will receive $1.5 million.

His wife was appointed the state representative, with a clause of limited authority.

The legal fees amounted to $900,000 as well.

Additionally, his widow was reimbursed for $47,000 in funeral costs, a mausoleum crypt in South Carolina and also mausoleum crypt for the parents to be laid to rest next to their son.

Boseman‘s estate was valued at under $4 million. That amount included numerous residual monies that were derived since March 2021.

It should be noted that Boseman appeared in several blockbuster movies by Marvel Entertainment, including the Black Panther movie which grossed over $1 billion. This does not consider the movies where he played icons like Thurgood Marshall, James Brown and Jackie Robinson.

Rest In Peace, Chadwick.

Is Lil Tjay Paralyzed After Being Shot 7 Times?

By: illseed Updated Category: Rumors
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These damn rumors. Sometimes they are true and sometimes they are false. Other times, they are sad. This is one of those times. The latest is that Lil Jay might be paralyzed from being shot numerous times. He was shot seven times and two of those went into his back region.

Right now, there are no credible sources or reports that say that he is crippled. I have seen articles that suggest he will be crippled or paralyzed. Basically, they have stated that he’s having very minimal movement in the legs.

For now, we have no valid sources – like Lil TJay’s actual friends and family – telling about him being paralyzed. So let’s have some positive energy and not believe anything for certain. Social media is a sad place.

ALSO READ: Man Who Tried To Rob Lil Tjay Greeted With A Hail Of Bullets

W-w-w-w-wait there’s more!

A dude has been arrested in conjunction with the shooting of Lil Tjay, 27-year old Mohamed Konate. The crazy thing is the dudes that were there to protect the rapper, his boys who were STRAPPED, shot Konate. But they also caught a case for illegally holding heat. And then the conceal to carry laws changed.

This is a mad house, Merica.

Teen Busted At Dorm For Slaying Of Rapper Moneygang Vontae

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Cops in the Bronx have collard a suspect they believe was involved in the shocking broad daylight murder of rapper Moneygang Vontae.

Moneygang Vontae, born Avanti Frowner, 27, was a Chicago native in town to shoot a music video.

He had just left an eye doctor’s appointment when five men targeted him for his flashy jewelry.

The aspiring artist was shot and killed during a struggle on June 9th inside The Amazing Community Pharmacy on Tremont Ave.

Late last week, police arrested an 18-year-old suspect named River Jones. The cops busted the teenager in his dorm room at Monroe College in New Rochelle.

Crystal clear surveillance footage captured the struggle, as well as Jones’ involvement, although the cops have yet to reveal if he was the trigger man or not.

Jones is scheduled to be arraigned this week. Police are still looking for the four other suspects on the loose.

Megan Thee Stallion Drags Stupid Ass Men After Roe Vs. Wade Decision

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Megan Thee Stallion spoke out against the U.S. Supreme Court during her set at Glastonbury Festival on Saturday.

A leaked Politico report revealed earlier this year that the Supreme Court was considering overturning Roe v Wade.

The Supreme Court overturned the decision on Friday, allowing individual U.S. states to make abortion illegal.

During the middle of her performance, Megan Thee Stallion spoke on the United States Supreme Court’s landmark decision, which means U.S. women no longer have the constitutional right to get an abortion.

The court overturned the 1973 ruling – which protected a woman’s constitutional right to have an abortion.

“You know I wouldn’t be me if I didn’t say something about these stupid-ass men… I want to have it on the m############ record that the hot boys and the hot girls do not support this b####### that y’all campaign for. My body is my m############ choice.”

This decision will now allow individual U.S. states to make abortion illegal.

Olivia Rodrigo and Lily Allen also dedicated a duet to the U.S. Supreme Court at Glastonbury Festival as well.

The “Good 4 U” singer brought out Liltly Allen during her set for a surprise rendition of Lily’s 2009 song “F### You,” dedicating the song to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Lizzo And Live Nation Donate $1 Million To Planned Parenthood

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After this week’s historic Supreme Court decision that reversed Roe vs. Wade, rapper and singer Lizzo has donated seven figures to a non-profit to ensure some women in need of reproductive medical attention can get the proper care.

The “Truth Hurts” chart-topper pledged some of the proceeds from her “Special Tour” to Planned Parenthood on Friday (June 24th), hours after abortion was outlawed in about 19 states and a judgment that protected women’s rights to release children was stripped before American eyes. 

Live Nation, the tour’s promoters, said they would match her generous gift.

Lizzo’s announcement came via social media. She shared she would donate $500,000 from her tour. 

Since Live Nation will match dollar for dollar, the organization will receive $1 million in total donations.

“The most important thing is action & loud voices,” Lizzo wrote in another tweet “@PPFA @AbortionFunds & organizations like them—will need funding to continue offering services to people who are most harmed by this ban.”

The Grammy Award-winner said she will not only be donating to Planned Parenthood, but to other another group.

“Black women & women of color have historically had disproportionately less access to family planning resources,” she tweeted. “This is a great loss but not a new one. Go to http://lizzolovesyou.com to donate, sign the Bans Off My Body petition and sign up to volunteer and take action.”

More concerned artists, like Rage Against the Machined, will be soon dropping money to support.

AllHipHop.com reported on the dramatic reversal of Roe v. Wade, noting how the highest court in the land was split down party lines on the vote.

Ashanti Praises Taylor Swift After Fight For Master Recordings

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Ashanti has praised Taylor Swift for putting artists’ ownership of their music in the spotlight.

Back in 2019, Swift announced plans to re-record her own album masters, following a dispute with Scooter Braun and her old record label boss, Scott Borchetta, after Braun concluded a deal to buy Borchetta’s firm Big Machine.

Ashanti has taken a similar approach with her self-titled 2002 debut album and insisted it’s something she always wanted to do.

“What I will say is I’ve always had the idea to go back in and re-record and gain the masters,” she told Metro.co.uk. “I think Taylor is amazing for what she’s done and to be able to be a female in this very male-dominated industry, to accomplish that is amazing.”

She added that she can see it sparking a trend for artists who become major stars but lack ownership of their early records because they signed deals at the start of their careers.

“More of us have to continue that narrative of women empowerment, and just artists as a whole,” she said. “Owning your property and getting a chance to have ownership of your creativity is so so important. Male, female, singer, rapper, whatever, I hope this is a lesson for artists to get in there and own.”

Discussing recording her old songs again in Toronto, Canada, she added: “It’s weird because I’m touring and doing shows all the time, so I’m hearing my records all the time. But you go into the studio and people are like, ‘Argh, that’s my jam!’

“It’s been a really cool vibe and my mom has been getting footage of me going into the booth and she’s like, ‘Wow, this is crazy’, when you were recording this 20 years ago at a studio in New York and now you’re here redoing it, it’s a surreal feeling so I’m super excited about it.”

Ashanti, who recorded for Irv Gotti’s Murder Inc. imprint may feel empowered, but her former label boss feels cheated. He raged against Ashanti’s decision during an interview with Angie Martinez last year.

“I own all those great Ashanti Albums Angie,” Irv Gotti fumed. “I own the Masters. And. I Produced all those great Ashanti Albums. So I also own a good portion of the Publishing. What she is trying to do is re-record all those great records. And put them out on her label.”

“She can do this under the COVER laws. But she is basically trying to f### me out of my Masters. And make people decide which album to listen too or stream. Hoping her loyal fans will choose her version. But hey. I stand on the Magic that was created. And I wanna see her duplicate that Magic. It’s f##### up really. But such is life,” Irv Gotti said.

Make-Up Artist Explains How Boss Beyoncé Slays Her Looks Every Time

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Beyoncé doesn’t bite her tongue regarding her beautiful look, according to her go-to make-up artist Sir John.

The pair have worked together for over a decade after being introduced backstage at a Tom Ford show by Sir John’s then boss, Charlotte Tilbury.

So it was he who Beyoncé turned to when she shot the cover for July’s British Vogue.

The make-up master spoke with the glossy publication about shoot day and why he went for an understated look – letting the 40-year-old star’s natural radiance shine through.

“I’m confident that she loved how she looked that day,” he mused. “Oftentimes, she’ll be like, ‘Hey, listen, can we take this down (a notch)?’ She’s very vocal and doesn’t bite her tongue!

“I wanted her to feel like she really did wake up like this in terms of ease and maneuverability. There are no lashes, minimal mascara, but I just wanted her to feel elevated.”

Alongside the pared-back make-up, Beyoncé wore a range of striking outfits by designers like Schiaparelli Haute Couture, Harris Reed, and Junya Watanabe.

For the jaw-dropping cover and accompanying images, Beyoncé wears a gold sequin Schiaparelli Haute Couture coat, a silk corset, sequin leggings by Harris Reed, and a black leather jacket paired with vinyl leggings, amongst other striking looks.

Sir John added: “One thing I will say is that when you see someone who’s killing it on the red carpet or on a cover, there’s harmony in that dressing room.”