T-Pain is helping Panera spread the word about the new Chef’s Chicken Sandwiches.
The Grammy-winning artist and Panera joined forces to create the Deliciously Luxe Drip Kit. The bundle includes a French Terry crew and pants with T-Pain’s signature as well as custom headphones.
The set will be released as part of the “Day of Craveable Drops,” which airs on the NTWRK app on May 4. T-Pain will host NTWRK’s livestream, unveiling drops from New Era, PUMA, Taschen and more.
T-Pain also collaborated with Panera to award a 24-karat gold chalice to one lucky winner. Celebrity jeweler Greg Yuna designed the chalice, which is valued at $3,000.
“I can’t wait to celebrate this new chicken sandwich from Panera with these exclusive drops and gold chalice on NTWRK,” T-Pain said. “The perfect pairing for the perfect meal.”
The first 1,000 people entered to win the chalice will receive a free three-month membership to Panera’s Unlimited Sip Club. The Sip Club is an unlimited beverage subscription for all self-serve beverages at Panera.
T-Pain is no stranger to promoting food for restaurant chains. Last year, he linked up with Moe’s Southwest Grill to launch Frank’s Red Hot Buffalo Queso Taco.
Ohio rapper Machine Gun Kelly has splurged on a new home.
Sources say he spent a cool $7.5 million on a seven-bedroom, nine-bathroom property in the exclusive Rancho Estates in Encino, CA.
Many have heard of the exclusive Encino community as one of music’s talented families lived there: The Jacksons. Michael Jackson’s family compound, Hayvenhurst, housed all the famous children until they grew up and broke out on their own.
A fact more interesting than the home’s price tag is who he copped it from.
The “Emo Girl” rapper’s new crib belonged to YouTuber and podcaster Logan Paul who bought the property in 2017 for $6.6 million.
When the property went up for sale, Paul wanted to upsell it for $9 million, which would have made him a small fortune. That would not be the case.
The rap/rock star walked away with a steal on what the real estate agent described as an “ultra-private contemporary compound” in a home that has been “completely remastered and remodeled.”
The house’s amenities are a fully equipped chef’s kitchen, both formal and informal dining, a large pool, lounge, and entertaining space, a grass area, and an outdoor Grotto Kitchen.
The listing placed up by the Altman Brothers further states, “Outfitted with reclaimed wood siding, vaulted ceilings, exquisite lighting, elegant hardwood floors, marble countertops, and Italian finishes, the home is a true architectural masterpiece.”
A perfect new start for the Cleveland native and his new fiancé Megan Fox.
However, DaBaby flouted the rules and invited over 40 people to the house for the video shoot, which included YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul.
Pagar got wind of the wild scene at his house and tried to stop the shenanigans. When he arrived, he was knocked to the ground.
He chased the senior citizen around the property. When he finally caught up to Pagar, DaBaby punched him in the mouth and knocked out his tooth.
When the man fell to the ground, DaBaby, a man named Thankgod Awute, and their crew stomped and kicked Pagar while he writhed in pain. They also took Pagar’s phone and tossed it back and forth to prevent him from calling the cops.
Eventually, Pagarr regained control of his phone and called the cops. To add insult to Pagar’s injuries, DaBaby never paid the rental bill.
DaBaby’s facing a felony assault charge, while Awute was charged with felony robbery.
The news comes on the heels of a re-surfaced video of DaBaby shooting and killing a teenager inside a Charlotte-area Walmart in November of 2018.
DaBaby was shopping when he ended up in a fight after a group of men approached him inside the store. The rapper said Jaylin Craig pulled a gun during the brawl, prompting DaBaby to draw his own gun and kill the 19-year-old.
Earlier this month, DaBaby shot an intruder in the leg after he trespassed on his North Carolina property.
The 30-year-old rapper, real name Jonathan Kirk, was at home at his compound in Troutman when the man trespassed onto the estate on Wednesday evening.
DaBaby exchanged words with the intruder before shooting him in the leg. He reportedly called 911 and was cooperative with police officers on the scene.
According to the emergency call obtained by local news station WCNC, an unidentified man told the dispatcher, “I shot him in the leg… He’s trespassing on my property… I don’t know what he’s here for. What he’s here to take, what he’s here to do… He’s neutralized until you guys get here.”
Officers arrived and found a 26-year-old man suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound, the Troutman Police Department said in a statement.
The victim was transported to a nearby medical facility to treat the injury.
Local reports suggest the intruder climbed a fence and was shot on the football field of the property.
Not many people get the opportunity to follow their dreams. Regardless of being talented and passionate, perseverance is the key to finding success. The music industry is full of artists with inspiring stories but the ones who break through major barriers tend to stand out the most. This is due to the difficulties they usually face throughout this journey.
Rabu Gary has been one of those artists who had to go through immense pain to get where he is today. Being one of the biggest pop stars in the world is not something that came to him easily. It took him years to work on his music and improve his artistry to get recognition.
The 27-year-old artist from New Jersey already has more than 15 chart-topping singles to his name and 5 of them have been on the Hot 100 billboard. In 2022, Rabu achieved another milestone in his career by dropping his debut album “Rhythm”.
His music is cherished by many people around the world. Rabu has been able to gain more than a million streams and more than 2 million people have subscribed to his YouTube channel. As well as being a wonderful musician, Rabu is someone who wants to become an inspiration for others. He states that nothing makes him happier than seeing others excel at what they love. Rabu believes that if he has been able to make his dreams come to reality with hard work, others can too. With the right approach and mindset, anything is possible in life.
Some songs grow on you the more you listen to them; others you can identify as a gem the moment the first note is introduced. Noah Telly has repeatedly made incredibly impactful music that hooks the listeners, but we have to take our hats off to his latest song, ‘Tinted Love.’ According to Noah Telly, his music is a representation of his life and growth; that is why he is delighted that ‘Tinted Love’ is being recognized as the best one yet.
Noah Telly explains that when creating the song, it wasn’t about creating the best song; rather, creating music that speaks about his growth in music and personal life and touches on real-life experiences. The song is now a resounding anthem that most people have tagged “relatable,” “the best song ever,” “a song that speaks my mind,” and so many others. Noah Telly’s song, ‘Tinted Love,’ has received a lot of support from fans far and wide.
According to fans, the song is a perfect blend of reality and fantasy. It takes you through so many emotions, helping you make sense of each one. From the moment you listen to the song, you are immediately transported into the world of that song and its lyrics. Critics have also pointed out that ‘Tinted Love’ is incredibly raw, unfiltered, and fits right into the current music wave. Noah Telly says that combining the features of the song together has been a great experience, especially now that the song has gained a widespread fan base.
Noah Telly asserts that when musicians make songs from their heart, guided by their love for the art form, it becomes easier for audiences to relate to the creation. While ‘Tinted Love’ is now known as his best song yet, Noah Telly hopes to continue creating impactful music that resonates with audiences everywhere. This is not the end but the beginning of a long and rewarding journey.
Rising producer and artist Yume is most known for her production work with some of the biggest acts in the world. Her most celebrated efforts include working on Chris Brown and Young Thug’s ‘Go Crazy’ and Drake’s ‘IMY2’ featuring Kid Cudi. Taking her experiences of being in music so young, the 15-year-old creative is now taking her shot as a vocalist.
Praised by Lil Kim as a mix between ‘Travis Scott and Aaliyah’ in both sound and personality, Yume is more than poised to make an impact right away. Yume just dropped a brand new single titled ‘Do It Better’ which includes both a visual and audio release. The single marks her debut on all major streaming platforms. In ‘Do It Better’ Yume showcases her versatility as an artist and ability to sit in between multiple different pitches and pockets of the beat.
The visual captures different performance scenes in a film-focused display of art. Yume has plans to release an EP Co-Produced by Lil Kim herself.
Kim Kardashian is no longer part of Blac Chyna’s lawsuit against the Kardashian family.
According to court documents obtained by PEOPLE, a judge dismissed claims against the reality star on Friday (April 29). Blac Chyna sued multiple members of the Kardashian family for defamation and accused them of getting her E! Network show Rob & Chyna canceled.
Blac Chyna originally filed her lawsuit in 2017. The trial didn’t begin until April 20, 2022.
The Kardashians’ lawyer filed a motion to dismiss the defamation claims against Kim. The request claimed Blac Chyna never justified Kim’s inclusion in the lawsuit.
“Because [Blac Chyna] has neither identified an allegedly defamatory statement by Kim Kardashian, nor specified an instance where she ratified an allegedly defamatory statement by another party, the claim against her must be dismissed,” the family’s attorney contended.
A judge agreed with the lawyer’s argument and dropped Kim from the lawsuit.
“There is no evidence that defendant Kim Kardashian took a ‘responsible part’ in the publication of the alleged statement by the other defendants,” the ruling asserted.
A jury began deliberations in the Blac Chyna vs. Kardashians trial on Thursday (April 28). Kris Jenner, Kylie Jenner and Khloe Kardashian remain defendants in the case following the dismissal of Kim Kardashian.
A representative for Travis Scott criticized a new documentary about the Astroworld tragedy.
Director Charles Minn explores the deadly event in his film Concert Crush: The Travis Scott Festival Tragedy. Travis Scott’s rep condemned the documentary, calling it “a profit play and a publicity stunt.”
“This propaganda piece is a farce financed by and containing content from members of the plaintiff’s legal teams, who, weeks after a tragedy, sought to exploit and benefit financially from it,” the rep said in a statement.
Travis Scott’s rep slammed Minn, describing him as “a director with no respect from his field.” The statement accused Minn of being a “trauma pornographer.”
Minn defended his film in a conversation with the Associated Press.
“My job is to make the most truthful, honest, sincere documentary from the victim’s point of view,” he told the AP. “We need to know about these stories to prevent it from happening again.
Minn also lambasted Travis Scott when he spoke to Page Six about the film.
“Travis Scott to me is a punk,” he told Page Six. “In my opinion, he is a criminal. Ten people died. How do we get around that?”
Minn added, “The reason he deserves criticism and jail time, he knew there was a problem. He acknowledged an ambulance in the crowd. He noticed people passed out and stopped the show on three occasions. I’m not saying he knew people were dead, but he knew there was a problem. An ambulance is not an ice cream truck.”
Concert Crush: The Travis Scott Festival Tragedy plays in select theaters in Texas for one week. The documentary is available to stream on Vimeo. The rental costs $19.99 and gives viewers access to the film for 72 hours.
Rent the film or find tickets for one of its Texas screenings here.
The artist, who holds the record of having the most number-one songs in the history of Billboard, bet $100,000 that Drake London from the University of Southern California would be the first wide receiver to be selected.
Welp … Drake London was selected 8th as an overall pick and will be going to the Atlanta Falcons.
The artist took to social media to celebrate his win, showing he cashed out about $60,000 of his earnings. He titled it “Drake betting on Drake just feels right.”
The graphic shows that the “Certified Loverboy” rapper made the bet on Valentine’s day using the Stake online betting platform.
Drake bet $100K that Drake London would be the first WR off the board in the #NFLDraft
While the OVO leader might not have known a lot about the athlete, other than the fact that the two share the same name, some folk who know Drake London really well are his family members.
In this clip, posted by the National Football League, his immediate relatives talk about what a hard worker London is and how proud they are.
One particularly touching moment is then his older sister said through tears of joy, “all the journals I ever kept, I have prayers for you.”
"I know you're my little brother, but you're my hero."@DrakeLondon_'s family gave him the best surprise ❤️
There is more bad news for the Harlem rapper and soon-to-be father, A$AP Rocky.
According to TMZ, the LAPD has reported they have a video of the alleged November shooting that A$AP Rocky is currently under fire for. It is allegedly a surveillance video from a local spot that supposedly captured everything.
There is no word on the quality of the video or if the artist is clearly identified.
The rap star did receive some good news. The guns found on A$AP Rocky’s property after his arrest were legally obtained.
And the weapons the police found did not match the firearm law enforcement was looking for based on the shell casings. The police know the exact type of caliber used in the crime.
Hopefully, when his new child comes with Rihanna, this drama will be over, and A$AP Rocky will be home with his new family.
The rapper has yet to be charged, but he is out on a $550,000 bond over a charge of assault with a deadly weapon.
The looming trial of The NFAC’s Grandmaster Jay was delayed this week after months of anticipation.
Scores of NFAC (Not F##kin Around Coalition) members descended upon Louisville in order to support Grandmaster Jay, real name is John Fitzgerald Johnson, who was scheduled to start trial this week. He is accused of pointing a firearm at law enforcement that stood on the roof of the Jefferson County Grand Jury Building during a convening of the group. The leader denies those allegations.
A local judge, District Judge Benjamin Beaton, postponed the trial until May 23. According to the Epoch Times, the members of the NFAC were extremely disappointed, as many of them traveled long distances to come to the trial.
“They’re from out of town, and this is my hometown. They’re using vacation days, personal days, and now their efforts were kind of wasted,” an unidentified man said. “They’re here supporting him, and now they’re stuck here, so I now have to play tour guide, so their time isn’t wasted.”
Grand Master Jay retorted, stating that they were still going to convene at local establishments regardless. He also emphasized that they were just connecting in a friendly manner, contrary to many of the reports about the organization.
“This is not an NFAC action. I’m on trial. This isn’t a protest or a march. Anybody who protests a trial—it’s a little too late. We’re in the grind now. All you can do is mess up a trial,” he said publicly in an address to NFAC members in Louisville. “That’s why you don’t see a bunch of people all over the place. I don’t want that.”
Eleanor Harvey, organizer of the Johnson’s legal defense fund, made a statement, urging people to keep giving to the cause.
To all of you who have been waiting to hear the official report of what occurred in Louisville, Ky yesterday on the mainstream media news, dont hold your breath. Whenever death and destruction does not descend on the Black man they are conspicuously silent. Allow me to help them out. Yesterday was supposed to be the start of the Federal Trial against our Leader, Teacher, Brother John Grand Master Jay Johnson. The path to get there was a long and unjustly blatant assault on his Rights To Freedom of Speech, Bear Arms, and Unlimited Freedom that all Americans enjoy. Many of us have supported our brother with the costs of fighting two cases at the same time in two separate courts. This was viewed as the end of his long road of persecution disguised as prosecution for bogus charges.
Yesterday the Federal Judge Benjamin Beaton called an emergency conference of both sides and explained that he did not want to start the trial only to have to interrupt it because of a personal situation. He then rescheduled the start date for May 18th 2022.
So once again our brother has had to go to court only to be told to come back. Once again this has cost him legal fees. Anyone can see that they are trying to drain his finances so he cant fight back. I ask that you all stay in this with him unitl the end. We know he is innocent and they know it too! GMJ stood up for Breonna Taylor and they hate him for that. She still has not gotten justice and they want to make sure he doesnt get any either! Please help us reach this goal once and for all so we can have our brother BACK!
Grandmaster Jay has pleaded not guilty to federal charges, being accused of wanton endangerment. These are the same charges levied against the officer that killed Breonna Taylor in her sleep. The treatment of NFAC Members has been in stark contrast to white supremacist and militant right-wing organizations. These groups were party to the insurrection that rushed the Capitol of the United States January 6, 2021.
The leader of the nation’s largest all-Black militia has managed to garner headlines since 2020, after the hunt and murder of Ahmad Arbery. The NFAC has partaken in numerous formations largely in support of and response to victims of violent racists.
Grandmaster Jay faces up to 20 years imprisonment if found guilty by a jury.
It’s Future season, so let the memes, haters, and nostalgic Dirty Sprite takes prosper and thrive in the skreets and the trap. Check out the highly influential and legendary trap rapper in his newest form with his project I NEVER LIKED YOU. With features from Kanye, Drake, Gunna, Young Thug, Tems, EST Gee, Kodak Black, and more be prepared to hear that chicken talk all Spring and well into the Summer.
French Montana and Kodak Black head to the swamps for this new “Mopstick” visual as they do the dance on a swamp boat with a few scantily clad women. From the corner store with the gremlins to the swamp with the gators, this visual is highly entertaining. This was before Kodak cut off the dreads so this visual was filmed a few months ago.
New York City’s Hip Hop radio station Hot 97 will be back in MetLife Stadium for this year’s Summer Jam. Numerous acts will hit the stage in New Jersey for the star-studded June 12th concert.
The 2022 Summer Jam lineup for the Stadium Stage includes Pusha T, Fivio Foreign, Lil Baby, and Lil Durk. Other stars like Young Thug, Gunna, City Girls, Roddy Ricch, Burna Boy, and Benny The Butcher will also be in attendance.
In addition, the Festival Stage will feature Nardo Wick, 22GZ, Lady London, Saucy Santana, NLE Choppa, Yung Bleu, Cordae, and more. Hot 97 will also present a special tribute to the recently deceased Hip Hop legend DJ Kay Slay.
“Hot 97’s Summer Jam, the biggest hip-hop concert, is a day of music celebrating US,” stated TT Torrez, on-air personality and VP of Artist and Label Relations. “With two stages and an endless list of super-stars, this is a moment you won’t want to miss.”
TT Torrez also added, “We understand the assignment and can’t wait to experience, with the fans, an extremely exciting lineup of performances from artists who are defining our culture.”
Several of the top-of-the-bill performers are coming off presenting new music in recent weeks. For example, Virginia emcee Pusha T dropped his It’s Almost Dry album on April 22. Brooklyn’s Fivio Foreign released B.I.B.L.E. on April 8.
Tickets for Hot 97’s Summer Jam 2022 officially go on sale on April 30 at 10 am ET at ticketmaster.com and hot97.com. American Express Card Members can purchase tickets before the general public beginning April 29 at 10 am ET through April 29 at 11:59 pm ET.
Kevin Gates is running up the numbers with his new visual for the track “Big Lyfe” which coincides with a tour run thoughout the south. If you are in the area make sure to check out Kevin as he hits a stage near you. While we don’t know what album this song will be on the visual makes up for any uncertainty, this is a MOVIE!
Today, Maryland rapper IDK announced his thrilling project Simple., produced by Grammy-winning artist Kaytranada. Featuring the new single “Dog Food,” featuring longtime IDK collaborator Denzel Curry, the upbeat heater features the two MCs who come together over a bright groove. Watch the “Dog Food”visualizer below. Simple. is out May 6 via Clue/Warner Records.
Quality Control Music/Motown recording artist Lil Baby is not slowing down. The Atlanta-bred hitmaker recently let loose two tracks, and he is already back with another song.
Lil Baby’s “Frozen” landed today (April 29). Produced by STG Beats and Ant Chamberlain, the new single includes the 4PF label leader asking someone to unthaw his frozen heart.
In addition to being a Hot 100 powerhouse, Lil Baby also found success on the Billboard 200. 2020’s 4x-Platinum My Turnremained at #1 on the album tally for five weeks. His sophomore studio LP spent a total of 112 weeks on the chart.
2018’s Harder Than Ever accumulated 132 weeks on the Billboard 200. Baby’s 2018 collaborative effort, Drip Harder with fellow Atlanta native Gunna, charted 124 times.Plus,The Voice of the Heroeswith Lil Durk debuted at #1 last year.
Lil Baby is also preparing to join R&B superstar Chris Brown for the upcoming “One of Them Ones” North American tour. Additionally, The Untrapped: The Story Of Lil Baby documentary will premiere at the 2022 Tribeca Festival.
Tione Jayden Merritt (aka Lil Tjay) will soon reach the legal drinking age in the United States. The Bronx-bred rapper turns 21 on April 30.
In celebration of his milestone birthday, Lil Tjay released a brand new single. “Goin’ Up” hit DSPs this morning (April 29). According to the Destined 2 Win album creator, additional music is coming more regularly.
“I’m already knowing this [is] way overdue,” wrote Tjay in a statement posted to Twitter on April 27. “I wanna start by saying sorry to all my fans for the drought I put ya thru. I want ya to know I love you all dearly [and] appreciate ya for being there [and] supporting me every step of the way.”
The Columbia recording artist added, “This summer I promise I’m back on my s###. No more 1 song every five months and s###. [We’re] done with that. [We’re] going up [and] I’m coming for everything I deserve. 😈💜😤.”
“Goin’ Up” follows previous Lil Tjay’s singles such as “Calling My Phone” with 6lack, “In My Head,” and “Not in the Mood” featuring Fivio Foreign and Kay Flock. All three of those tracks made it onto Billboard‘s Hot 100 weekly chart.
Is Lil Tjay Ready To Claim The KONY Crown?
Lil Tjay is part of a new generation of NYC-based rappers who are seemingly vying for the current King of New York title. Brooklyn’s Fivio Foreign (B.I.B.L.E.) and The Bronx’s Kay Flock (“Shake It” featuring Dougie B, Bory300, and Cardi B) also recently released new music which contributed to the “Who is the KONY?” conversation.
Controversial Brooklyn rhymer 6ix9ine has also claimed to be New York’s biggest modern-day Hip Hop star. Yesterday, Lil Tjay shared a veiled response to the debate about which rapper is running NYC right now.
“Can’t fight for the city when we got [hidden] competitors lol… TJAY WRITES ALL HIS OWN MUSIC WE NOT THE SAME KU U KNOW THAT 🤢😎 #supastar 🥳,” tweeted the 20-year-old entertainer. A Lil Tjay project titled Strictly4MyFans is in the works.
can’t fight for the city when we got hiden competitors lol… TJAY WRITES ALL HIS OWN MUSIC WE NOT THE SAME KU U KNOW THAT 🤢😎 #supastar 🥳
Rob Kardashian testified in court on Wednesday that his relationship with ex-fiancée Blac Chyna was “toxic” from the very start.
The 35-year-old began dating the model, real name Angela White, in January 2016 and within months they got engaged and announced they were expecting their first child, Dream, now five.
They split in early 2017 and their reality show “Rob & Chyna” was subsequently cancelled after one season.
Chyna believes that the show was scrapped after the Kardashian family painted her as a violent person and the defamation trial between her and the Kardashian-Jenners is currently ongoing in Los Angeles.
Her former ex-fiancé Rob took to the witness stand on Wednesday and claimed he was at “the lowest point” of his life when he met Chyna via Instagram and that they never really loved each other.
“It wasn’t real love,” he said, reports People.“It wasn’t a real type of love or we’d have been married. I didn’t want to be married to someone like that. It was a toxic relationship and nothing I’d want my daughter to see, or how I was raised, or how my father raised me. It was a toxic relationship from day one.”
He also said, “Fights and arguing, me sleeping in the car in the driveway, waiting to get into the home… Strangling someone, beating someone, that’s not a family. That’s not love to me.”
However, he noted that he cared for Chyna because they shared a child, saying that Dream “wasn’t born out of spite” and that he tried to make the relationship work “as long as I could” for the sake of their daughter.
At the center of the trial is an explosive fight involving Chyna and Rob in December 2016.
Joe Budden has been one of the most critical media figures of Megan Thee Stallion’s claim that Tory Lanez shot her. On several episodes of The Joe Budden Podcast, the retired emcee made it clear he leans more towards believing Lanez.
A judge recently ruled Tory Lanez violated an order of protection by posting sub-tweets about Megan Thee Stallion. Lanez (born Daystar Peterson) is not allowed to mention, contact, harass, or be in close proximity to the “Savage” hitmaker.
Joe Budden tried to flip the script and suggest Megan The Stallion was actually the bully. While discussing Meg’s interview with Gayle King, Budden compared the Tory/Megan situation to ex-NFL player Chad Johnson getting arrested for allegedly assaulting his then-wife Evelyn Lozada.
“For years, any time [Johnson’s] name came up, [Lozada] popped up. It had nothing to do with her. She popped up and said, ‘He did this,'” stated Joe Budden. “It didn’t matter the rehabilitation he’d done and didn’t matter the changes that he made, the apologies, both public and private.”
The 41-year-old New Jersey native continued, “Every time I do something positive, you’re gonna pop up with this victim story. And you are the victim, so I don’t take that away. But that’s bullying.”
Joe Budden Responds To The Backlash By Offering Prayers
Many social media users took issue with Joe Budden’s comments, particularly because several women have accused him of domestic abuse in the past. Basketball Wives star Evelyn Lozada fired back at Budden in The Shade Room‘s comment section.
“You should [have] used yourself as an example and kept us the f### out of it!! FOH!” wrote Evelyn Lozada on Instagram. Budden’s ex-girlfriend, Tahiry Jose, also weighed in on the social network platform.
Tahiry is one of the women that accused Joe Budden of being abusive during their relationship. The former Love & Hip Hop cast member commented, “THE BIGGEST F###### NERVES ON EARTH!!! This is so wrong, so unfair but yet he still continues having a mic!”
Joe Budden also went onto The Shade Room page to address the backlash. The “Pump It Up” rapper wrote, “We were discussing reactive abuse, not ‘seemingly’ comparing situations… prayers to everyone involved. 🙏🏽.”
