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Jules Rodriguez – The Rising Singing Star Who is Bound to Reach the Top of the Music World.

By: Brxton LeeCategory: Uncategorized

Out of the various industries that have come to the forefront there’s one that is thriving exponentially due to the constant support of numerous talents that have taken over its reins, it is undoubtedly the music industry that has seen a steady rise of talented artists who have done some extraordinary work which has taken them to the next level. Their mastery over the craft has made them stand out from the rest and shine like a bright star amidst the darkest hours. Their unique singing capabilities and qualities have made them what they are today, and that’s wondrous by all means. We have one name which stands out as her exceptional singing skills have found her a secured place in this fiercely competitive industry, she is Jules Rodriguez.

Her uniqueness lies in the way she exhibits her singing prowess, which is completely different from the current breed of singers. Best known for her tonal quality and versatility, which has struck the right chord with the audiences, Jules is certainly amongst those singing artists who have been noticed for their exceptional singing capabilities that have the power to rule the entire music space. The songs that she has been churning out have been receiving warm responses from the listeners and this has boosted her confidence further, and now she wants to give her best in giving the audiences the music they deserve. Being around the music sphere for not a long time, but receiving this kind of adulation is indeed unbelievable.

Today, she has found recognition amongst established artists, and that’s quite impressive for someone who doesn’t have a vast body of work behind them. The audience’s love has got her moving, and soon she’s releasing her new album which she’s confident will connect well with the listeners.

For regular updates on her work and her upcoming album to be released shortly, connect to her Instagram on: www.instagram.com/kittyj08.

Milwaukee Based Hip Hop Artist Gwapo Chapo Had To Man Up Early

By: Brxton LeeCategory: Music

Hip hop artist Gwapo Chapo has been paving his own way in the music industry. The upcoming MC grew up in the Northside of Milwaukee, one of the city’s most dangerous places. Dealing with trauma from his past, the artist uses his music as an outlet to reach others. At the age of 16, Gwapo Chapo lost his mother.

This was a difficult time for the young upcoming talent, and it meant he had to step up to pay his family’s bills. Gwapo was up for the challenge and powered through the pain, establishing himself as one of Milwaukee’s next-up stars. You can follow Gwapo Chapo here: https://www.instagram.com/real_gwapo_chapo/

Check out his music on Spotify:
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Tasha K Fights Back Against Cardi B By Appealing Defamation Lawsuit

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

The legal battle between Cardi B and vlogger Tasha K isn’t over yet.

According to court documents obtained by AllHipHop, Tasha K filed an appeal in the defamation case against her on Thursday (March 17). Earlier this year, Cardi B won a civil lawsuit after suing the vlogger for spreading lies on YouTube and social media.

Tasha K, whose real name is Latasha Kebe, was found liable for defamation, invasion of privacy and intentional infliction of emotional distress. Her appeal seeks to overturn the ruling.

“The above-named Defendants, Latasha Kebe and Kebe Studios LLC, appeal to the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit from the final judgment entered on February 17, 2022,” Tasha K’s lawyer wrote in the court filing.

Cardi B sued Tasha K for defamation in 2019. The vlogger accused the Atlantic Records artist of being a prostitute and having herpes, among other allegations.

A Georgia jury sided with Cardi B at a trial in January. Jurors awarded her over $4 million.

After losing the case, Tasha K still claimed she never lied about Cardi B.

“No LIES were told on anyone,” she wrote on social media. “I never admitted to lying about anything. Noone threw anyone under the bus. Mostly everything reported was a lie from the inside. The Court Transcripts will be available to the public soon. I forgot to add this into my speech. Read Them..”

Cardi B is currently seeking an injunction to stop Tasha K from publishing defamatory statements about her. A judge will make a ruling in April.

Jay-Z Producing Live-Action Movie Based On Graphic Novel For Netflix

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Jay-Z is behind a new Netflix adaptation of a graphic novel series.

According to Deadline, Netflix is developing a live-action movie of the comic Irredeemable and its spinoff Incorruptible. Jay-Z will be one of the film’s producers.

The project reunites Jay-Z with filmmaker Jeymes Samuel, who’s directing the movie. Jay-Z also produced Samuel’s film The Harder They Fall, which premiered on Netflix in 2021.

Irredeemable depicts the downfall of a superhero named Plutonian, who suddenly starts slaughtering the people he once protected. Plutonian’s actions force his former nemesis Max Damage to become an unlikely savior.

Mark Waid created the comic with illustrations handled by Peter Krause. Waid expressed his excitement for Samuel’s take on the graphic novel.

“Peter and I are thrilled to death that a writer and a director we both admire are bringing Irredeemable to life in a faithful and respectful way while inventing their own twists and turns,” he said. “Their unique take on the comic makes it unlike any anti-hero story I’ve ever heard, and I love it.”

Samuel and James Lassiter join Jay-Z as producers for Netflix’s Irredeemable adaptation. Kemp Powers, who wrote films such as One Night in Miami and Soul, will pen the script.

Young Dolph Memorial Finally Removed

By: Kershaw St. JawnsonCategory: News

The memorial for the late rapper Young Dolph outside of his favorite cookie shop where he was murdered is now removed. 

Fans and his employees protested the move, but the owners of the Airways Blvd property had the final say.

As reported by AllHipHop.com, Makeda’s Cookies decided not to return to the location after the drive-by murder took the life of one of their most celebrated customers. 

Fans vowed that they would build it back up if it does down.

While Dolph’s family understood the decision, FOX 13 reports the fans do not, and they are still making the pilgrimage to the site.

One fan, Dannielle Griffin Noell said, “I don’t think they should take this down. I think they should make it a museum or something like the Trap Museum in Atlanta.”

“They should turn this into the trap museum,” she continued. “Maybe the Dolph museum in honor of him and have more Memphis artists…”

Young Dolph was shot down in front of the bakery after purchasing some treats. Four of the five men suspected in his murder have been apprehended.

Sir Mix-A-Lot To Sell Booty Inspired NFTs To Raise Money For Colorectal Cancer

By: Kershaw St. JawnsonCategory: News

Rapper Sir Mix-A-Lot made it big in the early 90s with his hit song, “Baby Got Back.”

According to Deadline, in celebration of the song’s 30th Anniversary, the Seattle native is auctioning “Big Butts” NFTs and will use the proceeds to raise monies for research in colorectal cancer.

The project is a partnership with the developer META-X Studios.

The plan is to release a 6,666-piece NFT collection. Each piece will be hand-sketched, hand-colored, and hand-assembled replicas of women’s booties created by animated artists. 

Some of the designs have been created by the butt connoisseur himself, Sir Mix-A-Lot.

“When the team at META-X showed me what they were doing, it was a no-brainer for me,” said the “Posse On Broadway” artist. “And as an artist entering this new medium of NFTs, the idea of designing my own branded butts was exciting. Add to it the benefit of raising funds for a great cause like colorectal cancer, and wow! I hope everyone enjoys grabbing onto some nice NFT booty while helping others at the same time.”

The NFT’s four-day release is set for March 28th-31 st on the META-X Studio’s Discord channel. 

An undecided portion of each sale will benefit the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to eradicating the disease.

“Baby Got Back” is the artist’s biggest single, earning him a Grammy Award for “Best Rap Song” in 1993.

Mother Of Young Thug’s Child Killed Over Bowling Ball

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

The mother of one of Young Thug’s children was shot and killed during a dispute at an Atlanta bowling alley.

According to CBS46, LaKevia Jackson attended a birthday celebration for her best friend at the Metro Fun Center in Southwest Atlanta.

A homicide detective revealed Jackson got into a dispute with another patron, apparently over a bowling ball.

Things took a turn for the worst as Jackson left the Metro Fun Center.

An unidentified gunman opened, fired, and fatally struck Jackson, killing her instantly. Jackson’s mother shared a heart-wrenching comment with CBS46 after the shooting.

“I didn’t know that was going to be the last time I talked to my baby,” Sherina Jackson said. “I could hear her over the phone crying and screaming, then her best friend said she’s not breathing! I lost my baby all over a bowling ball.”

While the shooter has yet to be apprehended, Atlanta Police Homicide Commander Lt. Ralph Woolfolk said they knew the gunman’s identity and urged him to turn himself in.

Woolfolk was dumbstruck at the level of pettiness that caused the argument and subsequent shooting, which cost LaKevia Jackson her life.

“This is truly an atrocity. A young lady has lost her life over a bowling ball. We talk about conflict-resolution time and time again, and this is an escalated dispute, so we will work this case through the night, and we will find the person responsible,” Lt. Woolfolk told CBS46.

Young Thug has yet to comment on the tragedy.

Soulja Boy To Pete Davidson: Only I Can Roast Kanye! (Video)

By: Niki Gatewood (@THE_NikiG)Category: Rumors

Generally speaking, Ye’s ongoing divorce is causing beaucoup of controversy. From, social media suspensions, to character assaults, Mr. West is going through it. However, he is far from alone. In fact, Soulja Boy warns Pete Davidson, “only I can roast Kanye!”

In the past, both Yeezy and the “No Auto-Tune” artist have had words. Regardless, of their previous situation, that does not diminish from Soulja’s perspective. Moreover, he definitely respects the “Ultralight Beam” MC.

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As with any relationship the one between the proven entrepreneur and Kanye is complex. So, this Yeezy scrutiny appears to compel Big Draco into action. Yesterday (March 17), a passionate Instagram Live session is eventually posted to his YouTube page.

The Promise

Known, for his ardent honesty, the candid entertainer gets right to the nitty gritty. “Watch your mouth, Skete!” he admonished. “N*gga talking about, ‘I’m in bed with your wife,’ We will come over there and mush your little ass. Boy, you better stop playing on the phone with some real n*ggas,” SB advises.

Furthermore, the verbal tirade continues. “Kanye ain’t gonna tell you.  I’m gonna tell you.  You better watch your g##### mouth, boy. I don’t like that sh*t…,” the antagonized rapper smolders.

The Clarification

Next, to help rectify the situation, Soulja Boy works to gather the comedian. “I’m the only n*gga that get to talk about Kanye like that, Skete.  Me! Only I can roast Kanye like that,” he insists, “You don’t get permission to roast Kanye like that.  Watch your mouth, son.  Before n*ggas come mush your a**.”

Above all, Kim K doe not out escape the verbal line of fire. Finally, he suggests, “g#####, Kim Kardashian got you feeling yourself a little bit too much.  We gotta bring you back into reality, Skete. Before we got to come skeet skeet your muthafu*kin’ a**.

Next, Soulja Boy Tell Em mentions Kanye’s eccentricities. Yes, he confides, “We all know Kanye a little thowed off. But, you cannot talk to him like that.  I’m sorry, sir. Crazy man, but you cannot talk to him like that. “

To discover everything Soulja Boy had to say, make sure to press play.

Kanye West Should Be Blasted Into Space After Pete Davidson Drops Out Of Blue Origin Launch, Fans Say

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Pete Davidson will no longer be on board Blue Origin’s next space flight, and some people want Kanye West to replace him.

Earlier this week, representatives for Jeff Bezos’ private space travel company announced the “Saturday Night Live” comedian would be joining the next flight on March 23rd.

However, on Thursday night, Blue Origin reps announced that the date of the next mission had been delayed until March 29th, and Davidson could no longer participate. A reason has not yet been disclosed.

“Blue Origin’s 20th flight of New Shepard has shifted to Tuesday, March 29th. Pete Davidson is no longer able to join the NS-20 crew on this mission,” the tweet reads. “We will announce the sixth crew member in the coming days.”

The rest of the crew includes Party America CEO Marty Allen; philanthropist and property mogul Marc Hagle and his wife, Sharon Hagle; University of North Carolina professor Jim Kitchen; and Dr. George Nield, President of Commercial Space Technologies.

Some people think Pete’s nemesis Kanye West would be the perfect addition to Blue Origin’s upcoming launch. 

“Can you please take @kanyewest the whole Trump family and Putin up there and leave them all for the sake of humanity? Please? Hook a planet up?,” one user wrote on Blue Origin’s official Twitter account, which has been flooded with messages urging Kanye to be blasted off into space.

The excursion will be the fourth human flight launched by Blue Origin and its 20th overall.

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Trevor Noah Says Kanye Is On A Path Close To “Peril And Pain”

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Trevor Noah has reportedly expressed his concern for Kanye West after the rapper directed a racial slur at him on social media.

Kanye shared a screengrab of the South African comedian appearing in Google search results. He wrote the lyrics to “Kumbaya, My Lord” in the caption, but he changed the words to feature a racially charged slur. 

Following the post on Wednesday, Kanye was suspended from Instagram for 24 hours for violating its policies on harassment, hate speech, and bullying.

“The Daily Show” host responded to Kanye’s post in the comments before the post was taken down. Trevor shared that he’s a huge fan of the rapper and “it breaks my heart to see you like this.”

“I don’t care if you support Trump and I don’t care if you roast Pete (Davidson). I do however care when I see you on a path that’s dangerously close to peril and pain,” he seemingly wrote. “You have every right to fight for your family. But you have to know the difference between that and fighting your family. I’ve woken up too many times and read headlines about men who’ve killed their exes, their kids and then themselves. I never want to read that headline about you.”

Trevor was referring to Kanye’s public outbursts about his ex-wife Kim Kardashian and co-parenting their four children, as well as her new relationship with comedian Pete. 

Trevor recently discussed these topics on his TV show.

Addressing the racial slur, the talk show host wrote, “Clearly some people graduate but we still stupid… Don’t ever forget, the biggest trick racists ever played on Black people was teaching us to strip each other of our Blackness whenever we disagree. Tricking us into dividing ourselves up into splinters, so that we would never unite into a powerful rod.”

He ended on a lighter note, adding that the wordplay Kanye used was “funny as s###”, and concluding, “Look after yourself my brother. Hopefully one day we’ll all be laughing at this.”

Since his suspension, Kanye has completely wiped his Instagram page.

Laaawwd Teams With Too Dope! For Latest Single “Skreet”

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: Music

Texas native Laaawwd returns to Dubai for his latest visual  “Skreet.” The new single is blessed with an infectious track, courtesy of Too Dope! Crash Test Dummy Productions and appears on Laaawwd’s new mixtape, “Pseu*do*nym”, which dropped today.

Laaawwd describes “Skreet” as a glimpse in to ‘the world of Laaawwd’ loaded with a high energy vibe – perfect for dripping and riding.

This week will find Laaawwd ‘dripping and riding’ through Austin  at several SXSW showcases. You will find his performance schedule and Gram link below. Pull up!

SXSW Performance Schedule:

Wed. 3/16 – Chopstars & Friends – @ Swing Hookah Lounge 2-5pm

Wed. 3/16 – Streets Verified Concert – @ Peckerheads 9pm- 2am

Thursday 3/17 – Texas Is Lit – @ Vulcan Gas Company

Friday 3/18 – Dice Soho & Friends – @ Michelins 1pm-10pm

Saturday 3/19 – Power Slam – @ Tellers 12-5

Vince Staples Slams Major Labels Calls Them Death Profiteers

By: Niki Gatewood (@THE_NikiG)Category: Rumors

Recently, Vince Staples chopped it up with Hot 97’s Real Late with Peter Rosenberg. While conversing, the two thoroughly discuss an array of topics. In fact, the “Magic” MC goes on to slam major labels. Accordingly, he even likens them to death profiteers.

Thus far, the Long Beach native’s body of work is earning critical acclaim. Often, his keen perspective widely resonates with the public. In fact, Ramona Park Broke My Heart — his upcoming LP which drops in April — is highly anticipated.

Eventually, the conversation covers the evolution of music business practices. So, around the 51 minute mark finds the lyricist longing for yesteryear. Here, Vince Staples contemplates the rationale behind celebrating death.

“When you hear N.O.R.E. and all those other people talk about the role that their A&R’s and executives had in their life, moving them out and doing certain things for them, like when Snoop talks about Master P moving him out to New Orleans. I don’t think anyone’s doing that anymore,” shares the reflective rapper, “I think they see the money in the violence. Back then, the violence ruined the money.”

However, he highlights a new norm. Vince Staples suggests that corporations are now galvanized by deceased artists. Matter-of-factly, he offers his insight, “It’s money in it and they gonna keep selling it and we gonna keep perpetuating it and we gon’ be hurt when somebody dies,” offers the “Norf Norf” narrator.

Soon, the resigned culture critic states, “I don’t necessarily know if they care. If they did, man — the album ready in four weeks once you die. You get more press on the album after you die.”

Ultimately, Vince validates the importance of recognizing that human life innately possesses value. “When it comes to these systems, they look at you like, ‘Oh, you’re dead, now we got something to move with.’ To the people that’s running music, just treat these people with humanity. You’re worth something before you die.”

Is There A Problem With Megan Thee Stallion, Drake, And Rihanna?

By: illseedCategory: Rumors

Meg. Drizzy. RiRi.

What’s going on with Megan Thee Stallion, Drake, and Rihanna?

It is unclear if there is a problem, but both Drake and Rihanna are at the top levels of entertainment, music, fashion, and even business. Megan Thee Stallion is somewhere up there at the top as well, but clearly, she is still climbing. And that’s no disrespect to her.

So when these people go from following each other on social media to not following each other on social media, it produces an event. And the event is both Drake and Rihanna have reportedly unfollowed Megan Thee Stallion on social media. Internet detectives have determined that they were following each other and now they are not.

But why?

Nobody has really been able to determine what happened between them. There’s been no beef or drama or even shade being thrown around. So what can it be? Not really sure.

By the way, there is a step beyond for Rihanna. She also removed Megan Thee Stallion off of her Fenty clothing line website. That means she is completely not dealing with Megan Thee Stallion! To me, that’s another level because it indicates a deeply rooted personal problem. Business is business, but personal takes it to the next level even in business.

And then there is Beyonce.

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Apparently (I was too lazy to verify), Beyonce isn’t following either. But that could easily be nothing. B tends to only follow Jay. No patriarchy.

I doubt Meg is losing any sleep. She has a new song with Dua Lipa that’s taking her to a whole new audience.

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Normani Debuts New Single “Fair” On ‘The Tonight Show’

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

R&B/Pop vocalist Normani returned this week with a brand new song. “Fair” arrived on Friday morning via RCA Records.

Fans of the 25-year-old singer have been patiently waiting for her to let loose another record for months. Her previous single, “Wild Side” featuring Cardi B, came out in July 2021.

Prior to its official release, Normani teased “Fair” for several weeks on her social media accounts. A March 1 tweet included a brief video of the former Fifth Harmony member as the Harv-produced tune played in the background.

Normani’s name became a trending topic on Twitter after “Fair” landed on DSPs today (March 18). In addition, she performed the track for the first time on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Thursday.

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“This song really captures me in one of my most vulnerable moments. Sharing this record makes me uncomfortable because you have never really seen me in this light,” says Normani. “Definitely aware that you might feel like you don’t know much about me but that’s only because it’s what makes me feel protected.”

The Atlanta-born, New Orleans-raised entertainer continues, “I am really forcing myself to let go here. This is huge for me and hopefully, this piece of art resonates. Love is beautiful yet so soooo terrifying. I adore you guys to the moon and back.”

“Fair” is expected to be the second single off Normani’s forthcoming debut studio album. Previously, the Cardi B-assisted “Wild Side” peaked at #14 on Billboard‘s Hot 100 chart. The song made it to No. 1 on Billboard’s Hip-Hop/R&B Radio chart, and its music video amassed over 100 million views on YouTube.

‘Power’ Star Omari Hardwick & ‘Snowfall’ Star Damson Idris Link Up For A Photo

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

One of the most heated social media debate topics about modern-day television involves Starz’s Power and FX’s Snowfall. Diehard viewers of both shows insist their preferred program about drug trafficking is the best crime drama of this era.

While Power stans and Snowfall stans argue online, the respective lead actors of each series recently displayed a sign of solidarity. Omari Hardwick (Power‘s James “Ghost” St. Patrick) posted an Instagram photo with Damson Idris (Snowfall‘s Franklin Saint).

Both James “Ghost” St. Patrick and Franklin Saint are drug dealers. Ghost’s story is set in present-day New York City. The Franklin character drew inspiration from Los Angeles native “Freeway” Rick Ross, the infamous crack-cocaine kingpin who established a nationwide narcotics empire in the 1980s.

“Both played a Saint for make-believe. Both made to make those who been told they can’t… believe they too can achieve,” wrote Omari Hardwick about himself and Damson Idris in the Instagram caption. He added #DandO and #FranklinSaintSaintPatrick to the IG post.

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The original Power ran for six seasons from 2014 to 2020. Courtney A. Kemp and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson’s highly-rated show spawned the Power Book II: Ghost, Power Book III: Raising Kanan, and Power Book IV: Force spin-offs.

Snowfall began airing on July 5, 2017. It quickly earned critical praise. The John Singleton-created television series premiered its fifth season on February 23, 2022, with the “Comets” and “Commitment” episodes.

In addition to his star-making turn in Power, Omari Hardwick’s filmography includes appearances in movies such as For Colored Girls, Sorry to Bother You, and Army of the Dead. Damson Idris is best known for his portrayal of Franklin Saint in Snowfall, but the British actor also starred in Netflix’s Outside the Wire sci-fi action film.

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Calboy Blasts RCA Records & Polo Grounds Music: I Ain’t No Slave

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

It appears Calboy wants to be released from his record contract as soon as possible. The “Envy Me” performer requested that his fans “spam” RCA Records and Polo Grounds Music’s respective Instagram accounts in protest.

Calboy posted a lengthy statement on his own Instagram page about his supposed label deal. He also warned any up-and-coming artists not to sign with Polo Grounds or the Sony Music Entertainment-owned RCA.

The 22-year-old Chicago native wrote:

For years I was quiet and respectful. Being a team player… for the past two years I’ve spent my own 100s of thousands to put my music out but yet they still wanna benefit off me n not put anything in… I got a gold album but they won’t count it… got hit singles they won’t count & of course my break thru hit single which is 4x platinum, making them millions, I still haven’t seen a royalty. Now they wanna take down Black Heart which is going crazy rn! I put my whole life into music and I went so many different routes before this one. To all my supporters and friends spam these ppl tell em let me go! @rcarecords@pologroundsmusic ain’t been paid in four years from y’all ppl n it was s### to begin with I’ll throw tht bck… Juss let me go @pologroundsmusic @sonymusic @rcarecords

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Calboy Calls Out Polo Grounds Founder Bryan Leach

Calboy later returned to Instagram to share a personal video about the situation. In the 33-second clip, the Long Live the Kings creator took direct aim at Polo Grounds founder Bryan Leach.

“I ain’t no slave, bro. I ain’t no f###### slave. Just let me go,” demanded Calboy. “RCA, y’all f##### up by supporting this n#### and allowing this s### to go on so long.”

The 2020 XXL Freshman Class member added, “Y’all the worst f###### label in the world. I’ll give y’all that little bred back, let me the f### go. F### RCA. F### Bryan Leach. Stop leeching off me, man.”

Calboy dropped the 8-track Black Heart on February 18. That project did not come out via RCA Records/Polo Grounds Music. 2019’s Wildboy and 2020’s Long Live the Kings were RCA releases.

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Steve Harvey Warns Kanye West About Beefing With D.L. Hughley

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

One of the famous “Original Kings of Comedy” is backing up his fellow king in a feud with a Hip Hop star. Steve Harvey has a few words for Kanye “Ye” West who has been bashing D.L. Hughley online for days.

Hughley accused Kanye West of stalking Kim Kardashian, the rapper’s currently estranged wife. West fired back by claiming he could get the radio personality hurt.

Ye also made comments about D.L. Hughley’s family situation. That led to D.L. taking the scorched earth approach against his adversary on Twitter.

“Kanye!! It’s just too bad that you acting like a nut won’t stop #Pete from bustin one!! #TeamDl,” tweeted Hughley on March 13, referring to the fact that Ye’s other regular target, Pete Davidson, is presently dating Kim Kardashian.

D.L. Hughley and Kanye West then went back and forth on social media. At one point, it appeared Ye was ready to wave the white flag. The recording artist/fashion designer suggested he and Hughley could end up being “friends.”

Steve Harvey then entered the chat to offer some advice to Kanye West. On an episode of The Steve Harvey Morning Show radio program, the host weighed in on the Ye versus Hughley beef.

“Look, man, c’mon dog. Pull up, man. It ain’t what you want. If yall do get to scrapping, all my cash on D.L. We from an ass-whoopin’ era. D.L. ain’t ya problem. Don’t go out there against that man’s family,” said Harvey.

Both Steve Harvey and D.L. Hughley starred in the 2000 stand-up comedy film The Original Kings of Comedy. The Spike Lee-directed classic also featured Cedric the Entertainer and the late Bernie Mac.

50 Cent Reacts To Jussie Smollett Being Released From Jail

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

The general public probably best knows Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson nowadays as the executive producer of the Power franchise. However, 50 Cent’s Instagram following likely best know him for his troll posts.

Jackson is once again sharing his thoughts about a trending topic. This time, the 46-year-old Hip Hop mogul takes aim at former Empire star Jussie Smollett.

An Illinois Appellate Court granted Smollett’s release from jail on $150,000 bond while the actor appeals his 150-day sentence. Last December, a jury convicted Smollett on five counts of felony disorderly conduct.

“👀They let this fool out in less than a week. LOL,” wrote 50 Cent on Instagram. The IG post included a screenshot of a Deadline article that reported Jussie Smollett served less than seven days behind bars.

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Back in January 2019, Jussie Smollett claimed he was the victim of a hate crime in Chicago. The openly gay, African-American entertainer told police investigators homophobic/racist Donald Trump supporters assaulted him. Smollett still maintains he did not lie about the attack.

Besides being sentenced to 150 days in jail, Cook County Judge James Linn also sentenced Smollett to 30 months of felony probation. Plus, he must pay the city of Chicago over $120,000 in restitution and a fine of $25,000.

Several celebrities have come out in support of Jussie Smollett. His sister, Lovecraft Country actress Jurnee Smollett, stated her sibling should be free. Fellow Empire alum, Taraji P. Henson, compared Jussie’s situation to the murder of Emmett Till.

“Top Boy” Star Ashley Walters On The Return Of The Black British Crime Drama

By: London JennnCategory: News

Top Boy has returned to Netflix with a premiere of the second season arriving today (Friday, Mar. 18). 

The Drake-backed crime series set in Britain announced a return back in January, sharing a trailer promising more of the gritty realism of the first series.  

The rapper-turned-actor discussed his roots as a child actor before he joined the U.K. supergroup So Solid Crew. He also revealed how shows like Top Boy are changing the narrative among Black British actors during an interview with Rolling Stone.  

“Believe it or not, it was slightly frowned upon back then to be an actor. I didn’t get a lot of positive responses from my peers. If you wanted to be an actor, it was like, ‘Why would you do that? Just be a musician.’”  

However, the industry is evolving. Top Boy has spotlighted the acting careers of many U.K. rappers, including Dave, Scorcher, Little Simz, NoLay, and Kano. He reflected upon the opportunities a social realist drama like Top Boy creates. 

“We didn’t have a genre back then that represented Black people in the way that they’re represented now,” he explained. “So most of the parts you [would] play didn’t really ring true, or relate to a Black audience. There weren’t things like Top Boy back then. There weren’t things that were authentic. Stories that are written by ourselves and for ourselves, that didn’t exist.” 

Watch the latest Top Boy trailer below. 

Top Boy Season 2 | Official Trailer | Netflix

Meanwhile, the talented Top Boy actor flexed his rapping chops, dropping a new song on Thursday (Mar. 17). “What you doing looking at me?” he asked, announcing the single’s release. “Surgeon’s out now. Go and grab that, hurry up. Go!” he added. Check out the lyric video below.  

His fellow Top Boy co-star, female power-house rapper Nolay also delivered her new “Top B####” single on Thursday. She also has a 5-track tape of the same name dropping next Friday. Watch the video below. 

Nicki Minaj Beats Drake To Become Rapper With Most No. 1 Songs On iTunes After “Blick Blick” Tops Chart

By: London JennnCategory: News

Nicki Minaj continues to make history as a woman in the male-dominated rap game, sitting atop the iTunes charts with her latest release. However, this number one has extra special significance.  

Chart Data reports this latest No. 1 sees her become the “rapper with the most #1 songs in US iTunes history,” surpassing The 6 God himself.  

“@NICKIMINAJ is now the rapper with the most #1 songs in US iTunes history, surpassing @Drake (26).” 

However, the rapper topped the charts with a collaboration that almost stayed hidden in the vault following a leak. Nicki Minaj and Coi Leray reached No. 1 on the iTunes chart within hours of releasing “Blick Blick” on Friday (Mar. 18). The two surpassed Doja Cat, who sits at the second spot with “Freaky Deaky.”  

“@coi_leray and @NICKIMINAJ‘s “Blick Blick” has reached #1 on US iTunes.” 

““Blick Blick” Coi Leray X Nicki Minaj 

During her recent interview with Joe Budden, Nicki Minaj reflected on how different the industry was for the artists that came before her.  

“Did they have the opportunities?” she pondered. “Some of the biggest rappers, some of the most influential rappers, they’ve never made a million dollars for a show. They’ve never made what they absolutely deserved based on the doors that they opened for others, based on their level of talent, their level of influence.” As such, she can understand how they might react to the deals being offered to today’s stars. 

Nonetheless, Nicki Minaj understands why some of her older peers can be critical of hip-hop’s younger generation of rappers.  

“They’ve never been rewarded for doing any of those things,” she explained. “Now they get to sit back and watch other artists who they know [are not] as talented as them [succeed]. I know that can’t be easy for them to watch.” Catch up on the interview in full below.