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Macklemore Becomes Creative Director Of CLEAN Cause Beverage Brand

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Macklemore has partnered with the CLEAN Cause beverage company.

The diamond-selling rapper is investing in the brand and starting a new gig as CLEAN Cause’s first creative director. Macklemore, who has battled addiction, is joining a company that donates 50 percent of its net profits to funding sober living scholarships.

“I chose to align with and endorse a brand that is at the forefront of creating awareness for addiction and actively supporting the recovery community,” Macklemore said in a press release. “As creative director and a new investor of the already impactful brand, I am excited to combine my creative passions with a great product in an effort to save lives. Together, our goal is to inspire and educate individuals on addiction and support those who are in recovery.”

For his first project as creative director, Macklemore has produced a series featuring stories of recovery. The Grammy winner will also be involved in the artistic direction of a new limited edition CLEAN Cause can.

“We are grateful to be able to partner with one of the most iconic entertainers of our time who shares a similar passion to bring awareness and activism to the world on the epidemic of addiction,” CLEAN Cause founder and CEO Wes Hurt said. “As creative director, investor and a person in recovery, Macklemore will bring fresh ideas and knowledge to our brand to further spread awareness on the epidemic. While we both have different experiences with addiction, we are committed to fighting addiction. We’re just two men on a mission.”

Watch the Macklemore-produced “CLEAN Cause: Drink to This” video below.

Kim Kardashian Rep Responds To Kanye West’s Sex Tape Laptop Story

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Kanye West obtained a laptop for Kim Kardashian, but his estranged wife insists it contained no sex tape.

A rep for Kim Kardashian denied the existence of a second sex tape with Ray J in a statement to multiple outlets. The rep confirmed Kanye West’s story about retrieving a laptop for her but maintained the device didn’t have any unreleased explicit footage on it.

“After review, there was nothing sexual unseen, only footage on the plane on the way to Mexico and footage at a club and restaurant on the same trip,” the rep said. “Kim remains firm in her belief that there is no new second tape that exists. After 20 years, she truly wishes to move on from this chapter with focus instead on the positive things she continues to do as a mother, entrepreneur and advocate for justice reform.”

Last year, Wack 100 claimed to be in possession of an unreleased sex tape featuring Kim Kardashian and Ray J. The veteran manager publicly offered it to Kanye West during an appearance on the Bootleg Kev Podcast.

In a recent interview with Hollywood Unlocked, Kanye West said he recovered a laptop that supposedly had the sex tape on it. He gave it to Kim Kardashian amid their divorce.

“I went and got the laptop from Ray J myself that night and then got on a red-eye [flight],” ‘Ye told Hollywood Unlocked. “I met this man at the airport then got on a red-eye, came back, delivered it to her at 8 a.m. in the morning. And then I gave to her, and she cried when she saw it.”

Watch Kanye West’s interview below.

Cardi B Awarded Over $4 Million In Defamation Lawsuit Against Tasha K

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Cardi B secured another win in her defamation lawsuit against vlogger Tasha K on Tuesday (January 25).

A Georgia jury awarded an additional $1.5 million in punitive damages to Cardi B. She’ll also receive $1,338,753.47 to cover her legal fees.

Tasha K, whose real name is Latasha Kebe, was found liable of defamation, invasion of privacy and intentional infliction of emotional distress on Monday (January 24). Jurors ordered her to pay $1.25 million in damages to Cardi B.

The vlogger will owe nearly $4.1 million to Cardi B. Kebe’s lawyer said they plan to file an appeal.

Kebe was sued by Cardi B in 2019. The vlogger posted videos claiming the Atlantic Records artist was a prostitute who had herpes and other false allegations.

Cardi B issued a lengthy statement over her legal victory on Tuesday. She said the public learned about the “darkest time” in her life during the trial.

“After almost four years of repeated libel and slander against me, being able to walk away from this victorious brings me great happiness,” she said. “I appreciate Judge Ray for conducting a fair and impartial trial. I am grateful for the jury and their careful deliberation over the past two weeks. I am profoundly grateful for the hard work and support from my legal team.”

Cardi B added, “The truth is that the intentional harm that was done to me is done to countless others every day. The only difference between me and the high schooler who is being cyberbullied and lied on by their classmates is the money and resources I have access to. We collectively have to say enough is enough. We can no longer be a society that turns a blind eye to blatant lies. The unchecked behavior and provably false content on platforms like YouTube have to be addressed and removed.”

Boosie Trips Off Shrooms, Shares 1st Time HIGH With Fans!

By: Niki Gatewood (@THE_NikiG)Category: Rumors

Boosie is a man with many questions. Recently, the Louisiana lyricist invites his supporters on a magical trip. This past Sunday (Jan. 23), turns out to definitely be an epic Fun Day. That’s when the My Struggle star shares his first ever Mushroom high with his supporters.

Both the fire emoji and the Hallelujah hands emphatically emphasize his insight. Moreover, his candor then captures his altered perspective. Pointily, the Baton Rouge MC quips, “MAN I JUST EXPERIENCED A MUSHROOM HIGH — AMAZING”

Initially, the “Goat Talk” Great gives his supporters unprecedented access. Via, his official Twitter page, he shares a photo of the enchanting treat. Matter-of-factly he mentions, “IM F##### UO OFF MUSHROOMS”

Next, BadAzz makes sure to include stunning footage. Soon, the “Run It” spitter shows just how much fun Shrooms can be. They appear to encourage a nearly naked Boosie-Boo to frolic around in the snow. However, one must note, his lower half merely sports boxers and boots. Now, that is an interesting choice of attire.

Be that as it may, the shenanigans do not stop there! As any Act knows, one must too have all the right moves. In addition, once the Spirit commands one must be ready to bust a move. And that, is what the “Distant Lover” entertainer does.

Above all, Torrence Hatch, Jr is amazing. Who else can seamlessly pull off this endeavor? Not only does he clutch his headrest. He flawlessly maintains his smile. Although, it is Muni Long’s “Hrs and Hrs” which sets the atmosphere. Yet, the determined gyrations aroused from a willing pelvis steals the show.

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Somewhere Ginuwine is punching his pillow. Damn, Boosie, give back those moves to that man!

Slim Jxmmi Arrested For Battery But Girlfriend Defends Him & Blasts Cops

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Slim Jxmmi was arrested for allegedly attacking his girlfriend in Miami on Tuesday (January 25).

According to multiple reports, Slim Jxmmi was charged with one count of battery. The Rae Sremmurd member was accused of pulling out his girlfriend’s hair extension and throwing her phone off an apartment balcony.

Slim Jxmmi’s girlfriend, who is the mother of his child, told police she confronted him over following a woman on Twitter. She believed the 30-year-old rapper then went out drinking before returning home, where the couple clashed over moving their child’s playpen.

“The victim reached inside the playpen to grab the baby but [Slim Jxmmi] pulled her hair to stop her from taking the baby,” the arrest report said. “The victim’s hair extension was pulled from her scalp in the process.”

Slim Jxmmi’s girlfriend began recording their argument, which led to him chasing her around their apartment. He allegedly kicked in a door to retrieve the phone.

The victim was able to send a video to a friend on Instagram before he eventually grabbed the phone. Slim Jxmmi, whose real name is Aaquil Brown, threw the device off a balcony. Police recovered the phone, which was undamaged.

After Slim Jxmmi’s arrest went public, his girlfriend came to his defense on social media. She suggested the police reports were inaccurate, denying claims about her boyfriend putting his hands on her.

“Oh wow,” she wrote on Instagram. “This is cap. Dade County y’all are wrong for this. I told you guys he did not hit me. Every officer you guys had in my face are wrong for this. No hands were put on anybody, I stated it more than once. It was a loud argument and the police were called. You guys turn nothing into something. It’s our sons first birthday tomorrow, what’s wrong with y’all?”

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Kanye West’s New Girlfriend Gives Them A Nickname, ‘Juliye’ … Fans Call Her Thirsty

By: Kershaw St. JawnsonCategory: News

Hip-Hop Mogul Kanye West’s new girlfriend is trying ever-so quickly to replace Kim Kardashian. After less than a month, Julia Fox is pushing hard for fans to accept her like they did his ex-wife. She even created a new nickname for the couple, Juliye. (WHAT IN THE CORNBALL ISH-YE)

According to DailyMail.com, the 31-year-old actress hopped on her Insta Stories on Monday, Jan. 24 and after posting a picture of her and Kanye at Paris Fashion Week to her 1 million followers, she tagged it ‘Juliye’ with a black heart emoji.

The two were wearing all black leather and eerily modeled early Kimye fashion stunts. She also reshared another picture of the two posted by Victor Squella Rivas that was captioned, “@juliafox serving dominatrix couture, repping all the sex workers always.”

The comment is not out of line. Fox, at one time in her career, was a sex worker. Before becoming an actor and one have of Juliye, she was a dominatrix.

The Uncut Gems star seems to really want this to catch. Problem is … that’s not how couple nicknames work. The fans give it.

And fans are not jocking it, calling the woman thirsty.

“Julia is so thirsty for this #Juliye”

“Not Julia Fix tagging her & Kanye #JuliYe on her ig story Lmaoo”

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“im not done with #kimye yet and we have #juliye alr”

“This can’t end well.”

John Boyega Says Michael K. Williams Was The Best Smelling Man In Hollywood

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

John Boyega asked his “892” director to cast late actor Michael K. Williams as his co-star.

In the new movie, the “Star Wars” actor plays Brian Easley, a Marine veteran who was shot and killed by police after he threatened to bomb a bank in 2017, and Williams portrays the hostage negotiator, Eli Bernard.

Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, Boyega revealed that he personally asked the director Abi Damaris Corbin to cast Williams at their first meeting.

“Michael was somebody that I personally requested to be in the movie,” Boyega said, recalling that he told Corbin, “If we can get Michael, I’ll be happy – just use that as my Christmas present.”

The British actor explained that he had been a fan of Williams for a long time thanks to his role in the TV show “The Wire”, a series that gave Boyega motivation to pursue an acting career.

“These actors were brought out of obscurity, in a sense. They were brought out of nowhere. I felt like I related to that. And Michael was, for me, one of the biggest standouts in that,” he shared.

Williams agreed to play Eli in the movie and he met Boyega for the first time when he accidentally walked into the “Attack the Block” star’s trailer on the first day of filming.

“And then I discovered he was the best smelling man in Hollywood,” he recalled. “I remember he told me, ‘I’m gonna get you a bottle of this smell I got.’ He brought it in the next day like it was scheduled.”

“892,” which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival over the weekend, marks one of the last films Williams made before he died in September last year at age 54.

Lin-Manuel Miranda Explains Why He Will Not Host The Oscars

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Lin-Manuel Miranda has no desire to host the 2022 Academy Awards.

Earlier this month, Craig Erwich, president of ABC Entertainment and Hulu Originals, confirmed the upcoming prizegiving will have a host for the first time in three years.

While speculation remains over who will helm the ceremony on March 27th, in a new interview with People, Miranda ruled himself out.

“I’m happy to write for the host, but I don’t know that… I wouldn’t feel comfortable hosting,” he admitted to the outlet. “I’ve written for Neil Patrick Harris, I’ve written his opening numbers and closing numbers for the Tonys. That is a whole other thing. I actually don’t think – that’s not something I feel confident in.”
Miranda went on to reveal that he has rejected offers to host the Oscars in the past.

“I really don’t think that that’s my skill set,” the Hamilton creator added. “It’s not something I’m comfortable doing, hosting, mainly because I’ve been lucky enough to work with incredible hosts.”

The Oscars haven’t had a host since Jimmy Kimmel served as emcee back in 2018.

Kevin Hart was meant to host the 2019 Academy Awards but withdrew in the backlash against him over homophobic tweets he had posted between 2010 and 2011.

QEPD Music Group: The New HUB For Emerging Talent

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: Music News

When it comes to music recording, there’s a lot more to consider, from the producer to the surroundings. An artist should work with a record label that is familiar with their sound and can readily bring out their greatest work. It’s unlikely that an artist can simply walk into a studio and start working right away. To create a nice, conducive environment, you must “vibe” with the producer and acquire a sense for the entire studio.

Similarly, an artist must be familiar with the type of music label to which they are joining. At the very least, an ideal record company should support the artist’s musical goals. This involves looking out for the artist’s best interests, which is a rare occurrence in the industry. Some record labels are only interested in the business side of things, and they don’t care much about the artists except for the money they can make from them.

Fortunately, there is one record label that all artists are familiar with: QEPD Music Group. QEPD Music Group is a one-of-a-kind label dedicated to assisting musicians in achieving their goals. It’s built on the foundations of artist empowerment, and it stands out as a label that believes in an artist’s long-term success potential. The majority of their investments are designed to help and develop not only as an artist but also as a person.

QEPD Music Group has top-of-the-line equipment and personnel to help you reach your full potential. They also take care of their artists’ studio sessions, sound engineers, and any other extras who will be engaged in the creation of your music and production. They have a talented crew with a lot of expertise in the music industry.

Branding is very important to QEPD Music Group. They’ll put a lot of money into anything that has to do with your image, from filming a music video to hiring a professional photographer. Hiring a press secretary, contacting journalists, or any other type of press, from assisting with the scripting of your bio to canvassing the media to any other publicity channels, are all examples of this.

QEPD Music Group will safeguard you and help you find new methods to make money, including assisting with music promotion. This is a crucial feature that requires openness and responsibility. The label is extremely keen on figuring out how to handle revenue streams in the contract in the best interests of both sides. As an artist, this will provide you with the much-needed peace of mind to focus on making music because the business side of things will be taken care of.

QEPD Music Group is a promising hub for musical talent, as well as the ideal home for any artist looking to expand their brand. You should look them up to have a better idea of their enticing bundles.

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‘Summer Time Love’ by Dylan Walker is the New Release You Might Have Been Waiting For.

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: Music News

There are times in which I find a new release and after diving into it for a little while, the first thing that pops to mind is: “Wow, this is a hit, this definitely deserves to get out there!” 

This is exactly what I thought a few seconds into listening to ‘Summer Time Love’, a brand new release by Dylan Walker. So, what is it that makes this project so special? For one thing, it is definitely its own thing. Dylan doesn’t seem interested in emulating others or recreating whatever trendy sound is en vogue at the moment, he wants to etch his own mark and make his own way. ‘Summer Time Love’ is a remarkable example of what it means to make music that has roots, yet still the willingness to branch out into unexplored territories. While the sound of this release owes much to the artist’s Pop background, ‘Summer Time Love’ is also a great statement when it comes to portraying the artist’s natural willingness to stretch out and try something new.

‘Summer Time Love’ is the latest release from Dylan, and really sets a precedent of what we can expect from him this year. The song, as the title might suggest, has a very bright, summery feel, which makes it a bit nostalgic in one way, since the listening experience might make you long for those good old summer days and a break from your daily routine and day to day stresses! However, it is not all about reminiscing: this fast-paced, Latin-inspired pop song is certainly going to make you want to dance! And, if this beat can’t drive you to a dance floor, I really don’t know what else can! The rhythm is infectious and the melodies by Dylan are quite perfect to match the intensity of this stunning track, which is so fun and one-of-a-kind.

It’s not always a trivial thing to get there: experimenting with new ideas often means getting out of one’s comfort zone, and in some cases, it might not work. The more you consciously try to “be different” or shock your audience, the bigger the chances of failure, because the process wouldn’t happen in a very genuine, and organic way.

Dylan, on the other hand, seems to have it built-in to himself to try new things with his sound. It is not something he does just for a reaction but is a pattern of him following his creativity without necessarily being stuck in the usual tropes of the Pop world. Much like artists such as Ed Sheeran, Paolo Nutini, and Niall Horan, Dylan has managed to build something special, and let his distinctive voice through. So, if you enjoy energetic sounds that still have a lot of substance and a recognizable musical DNA that’s not the usual carbon copy of something else, then Dylan is for you! Listeners who give Dylan a well-deserved chance will most definitely be glad they did.

Find out more about Dylan Walker, and listen to ‘Summer Time Love’ on your favorite streaming service.

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Hip-Hop Artist Dre-Ski Drops A New Single & Video From Latest EP

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: Music

Dre-Ski showcases his hunger for the hustle in his new single “Hunger Pain.” The single speaks on Dre-Ski’s desire to be seen and heard while proving he is a force to be reckoned with within the music industry. He depicts himself as an underdog persevering through the hardships of making his dreams come to life on his own with grit and determination. The single comes from his latest EP, titled, “4 Real Ones Only II” and also has an accompanying music video available to watch.

It is no secret that Dre-Ski has always been about his hustle and inspiring and uplifting others to continue grinding for what they believe in. He has the desire to continue making big impacts in the music industry, not only for himself but for other artists and producers as well. Dre-Ski leads by example by owning his own label, signing independent artists who are serious about their craft, and always striving to improve.

“If I could change one thing [in the music industry], it’s for artists and producers to get paid more for their work. It’s BILLIONS upon BILLIONS moving in the music industry, artists should not go broke.” 

    Dre-Ski’s latest EP was released back in November of 2021 and his newest single, “Hunger Pain”  is available to stream on all services now. The music video is also available to experience on Youtube.

Keep up with Dre-Ski on social media @thereal_dreski and on all streaming platforms.

Irina Garasymiv’s “Vintage Culture” Respect The Roots Of Music

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: Music

Music is used by Irina Garasymiv to elicit emotional responses from her audience. This is particularly evident in the song “Vintage Culture.” The song has done wonders for Irina’s career as a musician since its release. Irina now has the opportunity to show off her powers to the rest of the globe.

“Vintage Culture” is Irina’s debut single. Despite being her debut song, it does not appear to be unprofessional. This is because Rumor Records aided her in composing the song. Irina has progressed from a novice musician to a musical prodigy. In this case, we must also recognize her abilities.

She is a well-known model who has appeared in international magazines. She’s worked with a range of companies, and her work has featured in a variety of media outlets. She also resides in Los Angeles. It’s clear she likes having a good time. She began to exhibit an interest in music after that. Her appreciation grew into a passion, and she became involved in the music world.

Check out Irina’s music on Spotify:

Her Instagram page may be found at @irinagray

Jad Al Fakhani’s New Single “Midnight Snack” Makes The Night Just Gets Better

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: Music


Jad Al Fakhani’s most recent song astounded his fans. Nobody had foreseen the approaching storm. The song “Midnight Snack” has broken new ground in terms of Spotify and other streaming services. In a short amount of time, the song has attracted the attention and praise of a large number of individuals all around the world.

Jad’s abilities are highlighted in “Midnight Snack.” He has been able to discern his listeners’ musical preferences and demands in order to provide them with a one-of-a-kind experience each time. Jad’s musical background has helped him in his musical creations since he can create such lovely tunes that leave listeners wanting more.

Jad and Rumor Records came up with the concept for “Midnight Snack.” Both sides put forth a lot of effort to secure the track’s successful release and reception. As a result of their hard work and commitment, people all around the world have responded warmly to the song.

Check out Jad’s new music on Spotify:

Follow Jad on Instagram: @wolfofbey

Tiffany Haddish Prayed For A Good Man And Got Arrested For DUI Instead

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Tiffany Haddish made light of her recent driving under the influence (DUI) arrest during a talk show appearance on Monday.

Earlier this month, TMZ reported that the “Girls Trip” actress was arrested and booked for driving under the influence while in Peachtree City, Georgia.

Police officers reportedly responded to reports of a driver who had fallen asleep at the wheel.

During a virtual appearance on ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” the 42-year-old was asked by the host if she’d like to address the incident and Haddish jokingly referenced her arrest and her split from singer Common in November.

“I’ve been praying to God to send me a new man, a good man,” she joked. “God went ahead and sent me four in a uniform. I was not expecting that at all.”

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Haddish said that she has obtained a “really great lawyer” and was currently working through the situation.

“We’re going to work it out. I’ve gotta get my asking of things to God a little better,” she concluded.

The talk show host replied, “Yeah, you’ve got to be a little clearer!”
The comedian was arrested for both DUI and “improper stopping on a roadway.”

The report also claimed that she had smoked marijuana.

Jim Jones Saved His Friend’s Life With CPR, But Not Mouth-To-Mouth

By: Kershaw St. JawnsonCategory: News

Harlem rapper Jim Jones is a superhero. In addition to dropping music, reality shows, performing in shows, buying up property, pumping his Saucy cannabis brand, he also knows how to use CPR. The Dipset capo allegedly used the technique to save his friend and personal photographer Jerry “Flee Flicks” Flete’s life.

During a recent interview with The Breakfast Club, he recalled a time when he was grateful that he knew the emergency resuscitation procedure.

DJ Envy asked him what happened to his friend that needed support.

“We were in Miami hanging out. I don’t know man, somebody started screaming my name. My man Flee was not doing too good. He wasn’t responding. He was incoherent,” Jones recalled.

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The “We Set the Trends” rapper said that he never told anyone that he knew CPR but still, people turned to him for support.

 He continued, “For the life of me, I don’t know why [the were calling my name.] But that’s how I know that there is a God. That had happened in that sequence … for God to put his hands on me and I put my hands on him. They didn’t run to the ambulance or none of that.  They called the ambulance after they called me.”

“I had to tell them to ‘Call the ambulance.’ Like what are we doing here? But … God bless. Something happened and I jumped into action.”

He said he learned CPR at the age of 12 because of his sister.

“My sister has a rare heart condition. She’s a miracle baby, they didn’t expect her to last at all. She’s 30- something years-old now, she’s my miracle woman and superwoman,” he shared.
My whole family had to learn CPR just in case.”

“It’s really not that hard, it’s like riding a bike. It’s real simple. Once you know it, it’s not like rocket science,” he told the hosts when asked how he remembered it.

And before they could ask him, he said, “No, I did not have to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation… No mouth involved… He might not have made it if I had to give him mouth to mouth.”

Him, Charlamagne Tha God, and Envy laughed.  Jim says if he had to do mouth-to-mouth on his friend, this story might have ended differently, “Nah … People die every day.”

Envy said that is the most “Harlem Thing Ever!”

The most Harlem thing ever is how he ended the segment, telling people to go get certified because it could save someone’s life.

“God Bless, we can joke about this, man. But I encourage everyone to go learn CPR,” He said on a serious note. “It’s a quick course, just a couple hours to get certified. Something that can stick with you for life. You never know where you might be at to where you could lend a helping hand.”

Watch The Trailer For Kevin Hart’s ‘Real Husbands Of Hollywood’ Season 6

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

Real Husbands of Hollywood ran for five seasons from 2013 to 2016. The reality television parody is coming back as six-part limited series on BET+.

Produced by Kevin Hart’s HartBeat Productions and Jesse Collins Entertainment, Real Husbands of Hollywood will return on February 10. The sitcom originally launched as a sketch on the 2012 BET Awards.

Kevin Hart, Boris Kodjoe, Duane Martin, JB Smoove, Nelly, Nick Cannon, Robin Thicke, Cynthia McWilliams, and Jackie Long resume their roles as fictionalized versions of themselves. Michele Weaver and Angela Rye joined the cast.

Viewers of Real Husbands of Hollywood: More Kevin, More Problems can also expect surprise celebrity guest stars to appear on the show. An official trailer for RHOH season 6 arrived this week.

The latest Real Husbands of Hollywood installments were directed by Chris Robinson, Ali Leroi, and Leslie Small. Kevin Hart, Jesse Collins, Ralph R. Farquhar, Stan Lathan, Bryan Smiley, Mike Stein, Andy Horne, Dionne Harmon, and Dave Becky served as executive producers.

Wayne Stamps is also credited as an executive producer and showrunner. Mike Stein oversaw Real Husbands of Hollywood for Hartbeat Productions. Andy Horne and Dionne Harmon oversaw the project for Jesse Collins Entertainment.

BET+ is a joint venture between the BET network and Tyler Perry Studios. The streaming service is also home to original programs such as Ruthless, All the Queen’s Men, American Gangster: Trap Queens, First Wives Club, The Ms. Pat Show, and Bruh.

U.K Grime Icon Jammer Plans To Take His “Top Producer” Show Worldwide

By: London JennnCategory: News

Jammer is taking the energy he created with his ground-breaking “Lord Of The Mics” on-beat grime clash franchise and combining it with his expertise as a producer.  

The result is his new series, “Top Producer,” now on its second episode. A show where aspiring producers go head-to-head in a series of tasks each episode.  

The Boy Better Know member spoke to Complex about his latest venture. During the interview, he explained he would like to see the series go worldwide.  

“There are producers all over the world,” Jammer told Complex. “We want to make a platform where we can celebrate producers in many different ways. I don’t want to expand too much on that yet, but you’ll find out shortly what that expansion looks like. Just look out for Top Producer. It’s going to be great. It’s educational, it’s entertaining, it’s fun, it’s jokes, and it’s going to grow around the world and it’s going to spread.”  

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Watch “Top Producer” Episode 2 ft. Cktrl Below 

Jammer On The Competitive Spirit Of U.K Grime vs. Drill

Jammer, founder of the grime clash battle series, “Lord Of The Mics,” also discussed whether U.K drill lacks the competitive spirit that exists at the core of the grime scene. 

“I feel like drill is competitive, to an extent,” he said. Jammer explored the differences between the U.K and U.S drill scene using Chicago as an example. “There are groups—even in American drill, you’ve got crews like O Block, and they’re kind of sending shots on tunes anyway. But obviously there’s a street element to that. The difference with grime, which I would love to bring into drill, is that we use our lyrics and entertainment as scoring rather than taking it on the street.” 

Furthermore, he would like to bring elements from his grime clash series to drill, channeling some of the aggressive energy into a more light-hearted outlet.  

“That was the great part about ‘Lord Of The Mics’—we learned to settle issues through words. I feel like that could be a great place for us to start dabbling and bring a lighter element to drill where people can take themselves a little bit less serious.” 

The Future of U.K Drill

However, the veteran rapper and producer wants to see growth in the scene. He believes emerging drill artists will attain commercial success in the industry, it just takes time and the correct approach.  

“We’re always meant to use music to grow, build a brand, start bringing out trainers, clothing, platforms, shows and all that. Everybody starts somewhere. When grime came out, there wasn’t a lot of things,” Jammer said. “But now you look at the scene and what it’s grown to and what Skepta’s done and how he has collaborations with Havana and Nike. And then you’ve got people like Kano and Stormzy doing their thing.” He concluded, “That’s what I wanna see more of: growth! That’s what we’re all about.” 

Meanwhile, Jammer flexed his skills on the mic alongside Carns Hill for his most recent drop, “Nasty.”

Jammer X Carns – Nasty

Kanye West & The Game’s “Eazy” Fails To Debut In The Top 40

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

Once again, Kanye “Ye” West had the world talking about him. The 44-year-old musician/fashion designer joined forces with The Game to release the headline-grabbing “Eazy” single.

“Eazy” generated a lot of attention because of one particular line. Kanye West used the song to take a shot at his estranged wife Kim Kardashian’s rumored new boyfriend.

“God saved me from that crash, just so I can beat Pete Davidson’s ass,” rapped Kanye West on the track. Davidson, a longtime member of the Saturday Night Live cast, reportedly hired additional security as a result of Ye’s lyrics.

Despite all of the publicity surrounding “Eazy,” Ye and Game’s latest collaboration was unable to break into the Top 40 of Billboard’s Hot 100. The song landed at #49 on the latest chart.

In contrast, Gunna’s “P Power” featuring Drake opened at #24 on the Hot 100. That Metro Boomin-produced DS4Ever track was the highest-charting debut on this week’s Billboard song rankings.

Kanye West currently has 134 total career Hot 100 entries which places him only behind Drake, the Glee cast, Lil Wayne, and Taylor Swift on the all-time list. Ye also has twenty Top 10 hits and over sixty Top 40 hits.

The Chicago-raised entertainer scored four #1 singles throughout his musical run. As far as The Game, the West Coaster’s catalog includes two Top Tenners. “Eazy” is Game’s highest-charting single since 2008’s “My Life” featuring Lil Wayne.

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Yo Gotti Teases The Release Of Final Album ‘CM:10’

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

It appears Yo Gotti is ready to walk away from the Hip Hop game as a recording artist. The Memphis rap legend informed his social media followers that an upcoming album will likely be his last.

CM:10 is set to arrive on February 4. The Collective Music Group (CMG) record label founder teased the latest installment in the Cocaine Muzik series will end his run of releasing studio LPs and mixtapes.

Yo Gotti tweeted:

I’m gone Finish This SH!T just how I started!!! Wit No Regrets, Standing on Business & Principles. Motivating All Hustlers, knowing we took da Highest Risk for a Better Outcome. To the Streets, Plugs, Fans & Consumers I’m FOREVER GRATEFUL 🙏🏽

CM10 February 4th – THIS DA LAST 1 🥲

@YoGotti Twitter

If Yo Gotti does retire from making music, the 40-year-old Memphis native will still have the opportunity to help develop the careers of CMG acts like Moneybagg Yo, 42 Dugg, and EST Gee. Fellow Memphis representative Moneybagg Yo earned his first #1 album in 2021 with A Gangsta’s Pain.

Throughout his career, Yo Gotti managed to secure four Top 10 projects on the Billboard 200 chart. 2016’s Gold-certified The Art Of Hustle peaked at #4. He also made it into the Top 10 with 2013’s I Am, 2017’s I Still Am, and 2020’s Untrapped.

Yo Gotti dropped the “For The Record” single in October 2021. The song’s official music video has amassed more than 2.4 million views on YouTube since its release. His discography contains the multi-Platinum hits “Down in the DM” and “Rake It Up” as well.

Jim Jones Talks Rumored Fight With Freddie Gibbs

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

Last month, rumors began circulating online about a physical altercation involving Jim Jones and Freddie Gibbs. The two rappers and their respective crews allegedly fought near Miami’s Prime 112 restaurant.

According to multiple outlets, Jim Jones got the best of Freddie Gibbs that night. There were even reports that Gibbs took a punch to the face. However, the Alfredo album creator subtly denied getting hit.

Jim Jones has now addressed the situation. The New York City-bred rhymer was a guest on The Breakfast Club radio show this week, and he was asked about Freddie Gibbs.

“I don’t tussle, baby,” Jim Jones told DJ Envy and Charlamagne Tha God. “Nah, I don’t know what they’re talking about. You know rumors fly.”

Jones added, “I’m trying to get in action movies. Somebody call me. Nah, all jokes aside. It’s a clean slate. Shout out to that guy, Freddie Gibbs. I wish you nothing but success in all your endeavors throughout the game.”

The supposed bad blood between Jim Jones and Freddie Gibbs dates back to at least 2014. Gibbs referred to the “We Fly High” hitmaker as a “wanna be Blood” gang member.

Not long after Freddie Gibbs and another individual were shot at outside a record store in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn that same year, Jim Jones tweeted, “U gotta be careful in BK lmao they give it up.”