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Converse Teams With Kendrick Lamar’s pgLang For New Sneaker Collection

Hip Hop superstar Kendrick Lamar will release his highly-anticipated fifth studio LP, Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers, later this month. Before the album arrives, Lamar partnered with Converse for a special collaboration.

Converse teamed with pgLang, the company founded by Kendrick Lamar and Dave Free, to present the “pgLang for Converse” collection. The collab features the shoe brand’s iconic Chuck 70 and Pro Leather silhouettes.

A music video featuring recording artists Tanna Leone and Selah Marley will accompany “pgLang for Converse.” The visuals tell the story of two strangers who find an unexpected connection while in Los Angeles.

Founded in 2020 by Kendrick Lamar and Dave Free, pgLang is a record label, production house, and publishing company. Grammy-winning emcee Hykeem “Baby Keem” Carter is part of the pgLang roster.

Baby Keem released The Melodic Blue album in 2021 via pgLang/Columbia Records Previously, pgLang created the Dave Free-directed 7 video series for the Calvin Klein fashion house.

The “pgLang for Converse” collection will be available beginning May 2 in a limited global release at Converse.com and pg-Lang.com. Kendrick Lamar’s Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers will hit DSPs on May 13.

First Week Sales Projections For Future’s ‘I Never Liked You’ Are In

Atlanta-bred rapper Future is almost certain to secure his eighth #1 project. I Never Liked You is on pace to land on top of next week’s Billboard 200 chart.

According to HitsDailyDouble, Future’s I Never Liked You will open with 175,000-200,000 first-week units. That range should be more than enough to make sure the 38-year-old rhymer leads the Billboard rankings.

A 200K start would be the biggest album debut for 2022. I Never Liked You reportedly brought in over 60 million first-day streams.

Previously, Future reached #1 on the Billboard 200 with 2015’s DS2, 2016’s Evol, 2017’s Future, 2018’s Hndrxx, 2019’s The Wizrd, and 2020’s High Off Life. Plus, What a Time to Be Alive with Drake reached the pinnacle in 2015.

Future has spent a total of seven weeks atop the Billboard 200. He also made it into the chart’s Top 10 region fourteen times throughout his career with sixteen total entries.

I Never Liked You arrived on Friday, April 29. The Epic-released studio LP includes features by Kanye West, Gunna, Young Thug, Drake, Tems, EST Gee, and Kodak Black.

After I Never Liked You hit DSPs last week, several songs off the project took over the Top 10 on Spotify’s Top 200 United States chart. On April 29, Future controlled eight of the Top 10 spots.

“Wait for U” featuring Drake and Tems currently sits at #1 on Apple Music’s Top 100: USA rankings. Future actually occupies the entire Top 10 of that daily chart at the moment.

Jnr Choi Drops “To The Moon” Drill Remix Ft. Fivio Foreign, G Herbo, M24 & Russ Millions 

Jnr Choi has brought together players from three of the most influential cities in the drill scene for the remix of “To The Moon.” 

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The collaboration features Chicago’s G Herbo and Brooklyn N.Y.’s Fivio Foreign, while London drill rappers Russ Millions and M24 complete the transatlantic offering. Check out the visuals below.  

West African-born England-based Jnr Choi scored his first entry on the Billboard Hot 100 with his breakthrough hit. “To The Moon” reached No. 54 on the chart, boosted by a remix with Gunna that arrived on March 25. 

“I keep having to pinch myself because I can’t really fathom it,” Jnr Choi told Billboard last month. “It’s quite surreal to even be on the Billboard Hot 100. I’m like, ‘I’m in the race.’ ” 

The song was temporarily removed from streaming services when first released due to sample clearance issues. The song samples U.K. singer Sam Tompkins’ cover of Bruno Mars’ “Talking To The Moon,” who was happy to clear it once JNR Choi and his camp reached out.  

“I’m quite ignorant to a lot of s–t, I do what feels good,” Jnr Choi admitted. “When I got the beat, I was like, ‘This is hard.’ As it was [taking off], someone was like, ‘That’s a sick Bruno Mars song.’ I was like, ‘Oh snap, Bruno Mars?’ No offense, but I’m under a rock.” 

Meanwhile, the London artist signed a record deal with Epic Records and Black Butter Records earlier this year and is currently working on new music. Jnr Choi fans can expect his second full-length project before the end of the year. “It’s time to really connect the world through music,” he explained. “A lot of Afro influence is gonna be seen in what I’m doing. It’s gonna be a lot of enjoyable music and a fresh sound.”  

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Megan Thee Stallion Honored With Her Own Day & Key To Houston 

Megan Thee Stallion was awarded her own day in her hometown of Houston and received the key to the city at the ceremony on Sunday (May 1).  

The H-Town Hottie was celebrated for her philanthropic endeavors, receiving the honor from Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and members of the Houston City Council. May 2 was officially proclaimed “Megan Thee Stallion Day.” The date already holds special significance for Meg, it also happens to be her mother and grandmother’s birthday. 

“Megan Thee Stallion has an extraordinary entertainment career, but we wanted to honor her for what she does offstage to lift people’s lives in underserved communities,” Turner said while presenting Megan with the key to the city. 

The singer was recognized for the Pete and Thomas Foundation, which she launched in 2021, among other achievements. The non-profit organization was established to honor the memories of her father, Joseph Pete Jr., and her mother, Holly Thomas. The foundation works to address education, housing, health, and wellness in Houston, Texas, and elsewhere. 

During her speech, Megan Thee Stallion acknowledged her mother and grandmother, explaining they both helped her “grow into the woman that I am today.” 

“I don’t know what kind of lady I would be if granny didn’t raise me to be so kind and so giving. You could walk by these ladies’ house and they givin’ out dollars, candy — whatever they’ve got, they’re givin’ it out the door.” 

Meanwhile, Megan The Stallion took to Instagram to share some photos following the ceremony. She thanked the mayor and promised to continue giving back “to the city that made me who I am today.” 

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Exclusive: Vetted Music Producer SHAHS Talks Inspiration, Career Change, and New Music

We have seldom come across talented individuals who leave no stone unturned in following their passion and turning their dreams into reality. The music industry has been one of those niches where thousands of artists and professionals try their luck but not all get through to attain fame and success. But some individuals have astonished everyone with their talent and working abilities within the music world to gain tremendous success. Young talent goes hand in hand with the technology, social and digital platforms that have also played a vital role in establishing themselves efficiently. Enter SHAHS. 

SHAHS is a celebrated Iranian record producer who has fortified his presence within the American Music Industry. His day starts and ends with music creation, and he loves to practice for long hours and create memorable music which connects with his followers. The road to success for SHAHS wasn’t an easy one. He had to hustle hard and go through the grind earlier in his life to break into the music scene. Not being afraid of failure or learning new things, SHAH’S positive attitude has taken him on a long journey in the music world in his youth, where his peers didn’t realize his initial talent to pursue a career and establish himself where he is today.

Looking at his discography, SHAH’s tracks have been striking the right chord in the hearts of millions of fans worldwide. His songs have left a deep impression on those who’ve followed his journey this past decade. His profound knowledge of music, art, and creativity is seen in his performances, and it’s undeniable that he’ll continue to multiple his presence within the digital music space. One thing is for sure; his star power will keep on rising.

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Pusha T Reacts As “It’s Almost Dry” Debuts At No. 1 On Billboard 200 Chart  

Pusha T has secured his first-ever solo No.1 album with his highly anticipated follow-up to 2018’s DAYTONA

The New York native tapped Kanye West and Pharrell to produce It’s Almost Dry, which arrived on April 22. The 12-track project features special guest appearances from the likes of JAY-Z, Kid Cudi, Lil Uzi Vert, and Don Toliver, among others. 

Shortly after Billboard announced its weekly album chart, Pusha T took to social media to celebrate. “We all can’t be number 1 at the same time,” King Push penned in reaction to securing the No. 1 spot with “It’s Almost Dry. “This week it’s mine…😎 Thank you to all,” he added.  

According to the data, It’s Almost Dry moved an estimated 55,000 total album-equivalent units in its first week to land the top spot.  

Meanwhile, Pusha T recently shut down the rumors that he was taking shots at Eminem on the album. He addressed the gossip during a recent appearance on The Morning Hustle and denied any beef between the pair.  

“I saw just recently on Twitter people saying myself and Eminem,” said Pusha T. “I’m like, bro! It was a misinterpretation of something I don’t even remember. Something I said or whatever. But you know, people decode, and they have their own thing.” 

Pusha T continued saying, “Em is somebody that I respect,” before referencing Eminem’s 1998 appearance in the Lyricist Lounge showcase. “He’s one of them people that I really like what he does because, after all of his success, I can still find Lyricist Lounge Eminem. That’s a goal for me, personally,” he added.  

DaBaby Shares Video Of Alleged Assault Victim Using N-Word & Claims He Lied To Police 

DaBaby is fighting back after receiving a felony assault charge for beating up a senior citizen during a music video shoot. 

He shared a new video apparently showing Gary Prager, the man he and his crew allegedly put hands on, repeatedly dropping the N-word. The footage is supposedly taken at the mansion where the alleged beating happened in December 2020. The man in the video paces back and forth while screaming “f###### n######,” among other obscenities.  

The North Carolina rapper added some context to the video, writing: “On today’s episode of ‘Let’s Make DaBaby Look Like a Bad Person’ we have Gary Prager.” He then called Prager a “PROUD white supremacist” and accused him of “lying to TMZ & LAPD. Not knowing that he’s caught on camera.” 

DaBaby continued, “These are the type of people y’all validate & let assassinate DaBaby’s character.” He also accused Prager of spitting in his face, though the footage does not show this.  

“Look what somebody just sent me👀 Y’all keep believing these Hollywood hustlers 🤷🏾‍♂️, DaBaby wrote in the caption. “Y’all might as well get a rope help em hang our black ass on a tree! ✊🏻 Ima leave y’all wit

that.”  

DaBaby Claims Prager Lied To Cops

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The rapper picked up a felony assault charge after he allegedly punched Prager in the mouth, knocking out his tooth. Prager rented his property for DaBaby to film a video there but discovered he was violating the rental agreement. Members of his entourage allegedly stomped and kicked Prager before taking his phone to prevent him from calling the cops.  

The incident with Prager is the rapper’s most recent brush with the law, following a string of other violent encounters. Last week footage emerged of the fatal 2018 Walmart shooting involving DaBaby. He claimed he acted in self-defense and said authorities had already viewed the video.  

In addition, another clip surfaced of DaBaby punching his own artist Wisdom backstage at a concert in South Carolina. 

Tory Lanez Temporarily Detained For “Large” Amount Of Weed At Las Vegas Airport 

Tory Lanez found himself in trouble with the law while traveling out of Vegas over the weekend. 

According to TMZ, the Toronto native was due to fly out of Las Vegas airport on Sunday morning (May 1) when he was stopped by authorities. He was attempting to board a flight when a “large” amount of cannabis was found in his bag. Law enforcement tell the outlet that TSA discovered the weed and detained him. 

Fortunately for Tory Lanez, they only held him temporarily, and he was eventually released. Though weed is legal in Nevada, it is still not legal federally, so he was prevented from flying with it. While an investigation is reportedly ongoing, he may escape prosecution for a minor cannabis offense.  

Even though Tory Lanez missed his flight out of Vegas on Saturday, his schedule shouldn’t be too affected. The “Say It” creator was booked to perform at Drais on Sunday night to entertain the crowd for NFL draft weekend.  

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Meanwhile, Tory Lanez was back in the headlines this week after Megan Thee Stallion gave an interview on CBS Mornings. She spoke to Gayle King about the alleged shooting incident and maintained that Tory fired a gun at her.  

After the interview, Gayle King expressed an interest in getting the other side of the story. “I would love to talk to Tory Lanez if he ever wanted to speak as well,” the journalist told Entertainment Tonight. “We certainly have an open invitation to him. We reached out to his attorney and we got the traditional ‘we don’t have anything to say at this particular time’ [response].” 

Tiffany Haddish Wants To Link With Common Again – To Make Music Together

Tiffany Haddish has revealed she is working on “hip-hop and classical” tracks for her upcoming Hollywood projects.

During a recent chat with TMZ, the “Girls Trip” star explained that she is developing her own original music.

“It’s not a bit of a career change – I’ve been making music,” she said. “Go to Apple, go to Spotify, put in Tiffany Haddish music… you will see I’ve been doing this for years.”

As for her dream collaborators, Tiffany listed Beyoncé and her ex-boyfriend Common as two people she’d like to make music with.

But while Tiffany has set her sights on the music industry, she doesn’t exactly have plans to become a full-time artist.

“I don’t necessarily want to go viral, I want to put it in my movies and TV shows. If I go viral, that’s cool,” the 42-year-old added.

Tiffany released singles “Too Much” and “Do Our Thing,” which featured Snoop Dogg, in 2020.

Lizzo Revamped “Special” Album To Fill It With Bangers

Lizzo took a bunch of songs off her upcoming album Special because they didn’t fit her new vibe.

The rapper/singer had an epiphany after she wrote her uplifting and empowering single “About Damn Time” and decided to scrap all the songs on Special that didn’t fit in with her desired “love” and “bangers” vibe.

“I changed the album last minute, I took off a lot of songs that didn’t match this new vibe I was in, especially after writing About Damn Time,” she said in an interview with ET Canada.

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“I wrote this (single) like two months ago and I think I had an epiphany like, ‘Oh I only want songs that are love frequency’, like, very about love, and also bangers. I wanted to make Lizzobangers (the name of her debut album) again. So even if it’s a ballad, it bangs.”

Describing the tracks on Special, her fourth studio album, the “Truth Hurts” singer added, “Every song is memorable and delicious and you want to hear it again and again and again.”

“About Damn Time” was released as the lead single off Special in mid-April and the album, which features 12 tracks, will come out on July 15th.

Earlier this week, she announced that her The Special Tour will kick off in Florida in September.

Pete Davidson Hopes Kanye Will Dress Up As Female Housekeeper To See His Kids

Pete Davidson broke his silence on his feud with Kanye West during a stand-up show on Friday.

“The King of Staten Island” star took to the stage as part of the “Netflix Is a Joke: The Festival” held at the Hollywood Bowl, where he took aim at some of the rapper’s recent comments about him.

The pair have been feuding online since Pete started dating Kanye’s ex-wife, Kim Kardashian, last year.

“How is your year going?” he began, kicking off with the rumor Kanye started that Pete has AIDS.

Pete sarcastically called the “Stronger” artist a “genius” for igniting the speculation before relating, “(Comedian) John Mulaney said, ‘He said you have AIDS? You should say he has polio.'”

Pete then joked about Kanye’s issues with his custody arrangement with Kim over their four children.

Referencing the 1993 movie about a divorced man who dresses up as a female babysitter to spend more time with his kids, he joked, “Am I the only one who secretly hopes Kanye will go full ‘Mrs. Doubtfire?'”

Rap Music Pioneer Eric B. Taps Fat Joe, Fabolous And More For New TV Series ‘Harlem World’

Hip-Hop pioneer Eric B. has shown the world how to flip the script a few times. 

The man known for mean-mugging behind two turntables in a fly Gucci jacket with the God emcee, Rakim, has been a music executive and an accomplished actor. 

Eric B. currently has a recurring role on CBS’s “Blue Bloods,” and now he is taking the next steps for domination in the world of TV. 

His show “Harlem World” has currently in development with acclaimed director Brett Dos Santos (“Mayans M.C.”) and writer Jeff Farley. 

A rep for Eric B. told AllHipHop.com, “the series will be a period piece that travels from the 1970s to the turn of the 20th century and is about the struggle for power and the evolution of the drug game in Harlem.”

While the story is fictionalized, it will be based on actual events that happened in the cold streets of the village of Harlem when drugs like heroin, dust, coke, and crack were kings.

Because of Eric B’.s celebrity, he was able to tap some of his rapper and singer friends and exploit their other gifts outside of music. 

Many of those he asked to make special appearances, like Big Daddy Kane, Scarface, Slick Rick, Fabolous, Too Short, Nas, Ashanti, and Fat Joe, are talented actors in their own right.

A release date for “Harlem World” has yet to be announced. 

Willow Smith Discusses Her Battle With Anxiety; Says Jada Also Suffers From The Disorder

Willow Smith recently forgave her mother, Jada Pinkett Smith, for downplaying her struggles with anxiety.

In the latest episode of Red Table Talk, the “Whip My Hair” star recounted to guest Ireland Baldwin how she found it difficult to discuss her experiences with the disorder as a young woman.

“It was rough. I feel like when I was growing up, she didn’t understand my anxiety. Because she, growing up, had seen her friends die – she had been through so much stuff that my issues, to her, kind of felt like…(smaller),” Willow Smith shared. “And that was very frustrating for me as a child. Because I was like, ‘How can you not see my internal and emotional struggle?'”

Willow Smith described how she and her mom sat down and had a serious chat about the issue, and Jada confessed that she only recently discovered that she also had struggled with anxious feelings.

“Recently, we had a talk, and she was like, ‘I never knew that I actually experienced anxiety,'” the 21-year-old continued. “And she was pushing it down for so many years like she had no idea. So, I had to forgive her a little bit for being like, ‘Yeah, yeah, yeah… I get it, but it’s really not that bad.'”

Emotive-Driven Rapstar Moibandaa Can Do It All

Learning to adapt to new trends, keep up with industry styles and still push yourself as a distinguished artist is the mantle of responsibility many fail to grasp.  It’s a fine balance of maturity, discipline, and tribulation to learn the ropes of navigating a noisy and many times nasty music culture. With so many voices at bay, how can you pay attention to the nuances of rising artists? One such artist originally from the UK has caught our attention. Learning to leave his motherland and live in multiple counties has taught him a thing or two about perseverance. Meet budding recording artist Moibandaa.

Moibanda Rogers, or simply Moibandaa, is a new artist from the UK, currently residing in Maryland. His work has served as an inspiration for many, and the artist is starting to reap the benefits of his hard work. At 24 years old the artist has quickly started to rise to the top and cement his position within the industry. 

His work has received recognition from those major record labels both within the US and across the globe which has contributed to his recent songs gaining traction. We asked him why he chose music, and he told us that “it kind of just came to me, I’ve always enjoyed it but I was always focused on playing soccer, doing fashion, and/or school. Those came naturally but the music just felt different, and I felt at peace while doing it. It really started to become therapeutic especially when my racing thoughts got worse. It was hard to sleep, think or focus on a single thing, and music was my way to get those thoughts out of my head.” 

Moibandaa also told us that: “it started really early for me, the first thing I picked up quickly was learning that artists, and producers changed little things in a song to give it an edge, whether it was the beat at a certain point, the flow or even how the words were being delivered. Being able to distinguish these differences made me gravitate towards it even more because it can make all the difference in a song. I learned how to play piano at an early age, but in year 6 I was selected for my school’s band, where I played the drums for a year, and that really helped me understand rhythm.

I later then joined the choir, where I got better at composing melodies and writing lyrics. I started to take songwriting seriously during 10th grade, and that is when I started to make a lot of songs to help express what I was feeling during this time. I’m glad I’ve gone back to it, it’s been a blessing in disguise and I’m eager to continue learning and mastering this craft”. 

Moibandaa has several songs posted on platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Soundcloud, and several others. Now that he has started to gain traction, he wants to seize the opportunity and make the most of it. With the goal of trying to inspire the youth and push them to achieve their dreams he knows he has to keep pushing because it’s more than just about him in his mind. You can follow his journey by following his Instagram account @moibandaa and can stream his music on Spotify at the link HERE.

Why Rap Maven Khannie Khan Deserves All His Flowers

Building your reputation as an artist cherished by the right audience takes a lot of time and hard work. But in the end, the effort does pay off. Many creators work on their careers for years before achieving something concrete for themselves.

One of these talented and passionate artists is Khannie Khan. He is a rapper, producer, mix engineer, and influencer based in New York. His music is appreciated and heard around the globe. Khannie Khan is also an entrepreneur who spearheads several recording studios across Brooklyn. Juggling these roles can be difficult, but it is what Khannie Khan lives for every day. Building an empire of his own has always been his dream.

Many might think that his success today came easy, but it’s quite the opposite. Khannie Khan is someone who has endured highly challenging times. There have been moments in his life when he didn’t have much. He says that although he was not happy about his circumstances at the time, in hindsight, he credits those days as the basis for giving him the strength and will to persist in fighting for his dream.

 

Despite many struggles, Khannie Khan always remained motivated.

He never gave up on himself and always believed he had what it takes to become a music sensation. Today, he is known for being unique and creating what other rappers dream of producing. Khan’s experience has helped him polish his skills and be celebrated by his fans.

He plans to stay on top of his game by setting goals for the upcoming future. Khannie Khan understands the value of focus and discipline, so he takes his progress very seriously. He plans to remain independent and keep producing unique music. Khannie Khan is a force to be reckoned with, a music mogul shifting hip-hop culture. Through hard work and dedication, he inevitably proves exactly why he deserved all his flowers.

Megan Fox Manifested Machine Gun Kelly Into Existence…When She Was 4

Megan Fox has claimed she started “manifesting” the idea of Machine Gun Kelly when she was a girl.

The “Jennifer’s Body” actress and the musician, real name Colson Baker, met on the set of the 2021 movie “Midnight in the Switchgrass” and got engaged in January.

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In an interview for the April 2022 issue of Glamour UK magazine, Megan explained that Kelly is her dream man.

“He’s literally my exact physical type that I’ve been manifesting since I was four,” she commented. “I’m also four years older than him. So, I think I made him. My thoughts and intentions grew him into the person that he is. Who knows what he would’ve looked like or been like if it wasn’t for me.”

Megan went on to note that both she and Kelly hesitated about taking on roles in “Midnight in the Switchgrass,” but realized why their paths had crossed when they started rehearsing together.

“I didn’t know why I was taking the movie. I just knew I needed to do it for some reason. And then, when I was at the table read, there was still one character that hadn’t been cast. And I asked, ‘Who was playing that character?'” the 35-year-old recalled. “And they were like, ‘Oh, it’s Machine Gun Kelly.’ And I kind of knew the name but didn’t, so I’m looking it up, and I was like, ‘Oh, I’m going to be in so much trouble…'”

Tyga Loses Proceeds From Wavy Baby Sneakers After Judges Bans Kicks Over Battle With Vans

Tyga’s recent foray into the sneaker business has ended with the rap star taking a legal loss.

Tyga teamed up with streetwear brand MSCHF to drop 4,306 pairs of his own customized Wavy Baby sneaker.

Shortly after the rapper and MSCHF started promoting their sneaker collaboration on April 18th, they were hit with a lawsuit by Vans.

The company took issue with Wavy Baby’s logo, which lawyers for Vans said was a complete rip-off of their legendary trademark.

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The company marched into court and filed a lawsuit against MSCHF for trademark infringement.

MSCHF claimed their creation was a parody of the iconic Vans logo and protected by First Amendment speech. However, the argument has been shot down. 

Earlier this week, a judge sided with Vans and effectively banned Tyga’s Wavy Baby sneaker from going on sale, reports Billboard.

The company said they had already shipped almost all of the 4,306 pairs, so a judge ordered all of the proceeds from the sales to be placed into escrow for potential returns. 

“The court’s decision fails to recognize MSCHF’s First Amendment rights to artistic expression, regardless of the particular medium or form of that expression,” MSCHF’s lawyer Megan K. Bannigan said in a statement to Billboard. “MSCHF will continue to litigate this case, including through all available appeals, to secure its and all artists’ freedom to make their art.”

This is the second significant loss for MSCHF.

The streetwear brand also lost in court during a highly publicized battle over the sneaker line they created with Lil Nas X.

The “Old Town road” rapper dropped 666 pairs of his customized Nikes, dubbed “Satan Shoes.” The customized Air Max 97’s featured pentagrams and drops of real human blood in the soles.

Nike feared the Satan Shoes would cause confusion in the marketplace and have people thinking they endorsed the hell-ish sneakers.

Nike won an injunction against MSCHF for trademark infringement over those sneakers as well, which were meant to promote Lil Nas X’s single “Montero (Call Me By Your Name).”

Future Takes Over The Charts Worldwide With 9th Album “I Never Liked You” 

Future’s 9th studio album I Never Liked You is a runaway success.

The album, which dropped on Friday (April 29th ), is sitting at the top of the charts in countries around the world.

I Never Liked You is currently #1 in 58 countries on Apple Music’s charts. The rapper is on the top of the charts in countries like Nigeria, the UK, Canada, South Africa, New Zealand, Portugal, and the United States, where all 16 songs from the album dominated the 1-16 positions. 

First-week sales projections are also in for I Never Liked You.

According to data gathered by Hits Daily Double, Future’s latest opus will move between 175,000-200,000 units making it the biggest first-week debut of the year. 

The album is expected to debut at #1 on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums chart, giving the Atlanta rap legend his 7th consecutive #1 album. 

I Never Liked You is receiving critical acclaim from critics and fans alike. The album features guest appearances from artists like Kanye West, Drake, Young Thug, Gunna, Kodak Black and others. 

During an interview about the project, Future explained his vision for I Never Liked You.

Megan Thee Stallion Planning A Hilarious Comedy Based On Her Own Life

Details have been revealed about what Megan thee Stallion is planning for her big deal with Netflix.

The Houston rapper announced a first-look deal with Netflix’s comedy division in December of 2021.

During an interview with Deadline, Tracey Pakosta, the head of Netflix’s comedy division, offered some details on what Megan thee Stallion is planning to produce with the streaming giant.

According to Tracey Pakosta, Megan thee Stallion will draw from her own experiences for an upcoming untitled comedy series.

“It’s very early stages. She came in, and she pitched something loosely based on her life growing up, and we got very excited about it. We think she’s special,” Pakosta revealed, without providing any other details.

Megan discussed her plans for Netflix shortly after the deal was announced.

“I’ve always had a passion for telling creative and entertaining stories, so I’m thrilled about this partnership with Netflix. Venturing into production is the next step in my journey as an entrepreneur, and I can’t wait to bring all my ideas to life and for my Hotties to watch,” Megan thee Stallion said.

Megan is already gathering invaluable experience in front of the outside of her many music videos.

Meg made her acting debut as Onyx in a 2020 episode of “Good Girls.” She also produced and starred in her own horror series, “Hottiween.” 

She has also been tapped to star in the R-rated musical “F*cking Identical Twins.”

The movie, which is being directed by a claimed filmmaker Larry Charles, tells the story of two business adversaries who find out they are twin brothers.

The siblings decide to swap identities as they attempt to reunite their broken family.

No release date is available for F*cking Identical Twins, which also stars Bowen Yang, Megan Mullally, and the movie’s writers, Aaron Jackson, and Josh Sharp.

A$AP Rocky Returns To The Stage With Pregnant Rihanna’s Support

Rap star A$AP Rocky is back to performing after he was unexpectedly arrested last week.

The Harlem, New York rapper took to the stage At the annual Smokers Club Festival in West Hollywood last night (April 30th).

Rocky had some extraordinary support thanks to the presence of his pregnant girlfriend-superstar billionaire/singer Rihanna.

Rihanna stood backstage supporting the embattled rapper, who was taken into custody over an alleged shooting in Hollywood back in November of 2021.

The cops claim surveillance footage captured A$AP Rocky shooting at a man during an altercation. Fortunately, the man only suffered a graze wound to his hand, but it was enough to trigger an investigation by the LAPD.

A$AP Rocky was arrested by ICE and LAPD officers at LAX on April 20th, when he returned home from a vacation in Barbados with Rihanna.

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Last night, the pair seemed to forget about the rapper’s legal troubles.

According to reports, Rihanna cradled her baby bump as her boyfriend performed his catalog of hits.

Unfortunately for the couple expecting their first child together, A$AP Rocky’s legal turmoil is far from over.

He is currently free on a $550,000 bond as investigators make their case against him. A$AP Rocky is facing a charge of assault with a deadly weapon.