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The Internet Drags Logan Paul For His Review Of Jordan Peele’s ‘Nope’

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The latest horror movie from filmmaker Jordan Peele is the #1 movie in America this week. While the motion picture garnered positive reactions from film critics and audience members, Logan Paul is not a fan.

Logan Paul decided to share his thoughts about Nope on his Twitter page. The WWE wrestler opened by praising Jordan Peele (Get Out) and lead actress Keke Palmer (Hustlers).

“NOPE is one of the worst movies I’ve seen in a long time. I love Jordan Peele and Keke Palmer can act her ass off, but this movie is objectively slow and confusing with stretched themes that don’t justify the pace,” tweeted Paul.

He ended his 13-tweet thread by posting, “I love Peele, the VFX & aesthetic. But my thesis is this: I can feel him attempting to recreate the shock from Get Out and Us. Mystery, violent allure & cinematic choices made for the sake of reaction instead of [a] legitimate contribution to the storyline killed this movie for me.”

People Bring Up Logan Paul’s Own Poor-Received Filmography

Many other Twitter users reacted to Paul’s criticism about Nope. The topic became so popular that the 27-year-old YouTuber’s name became a trending topic on the platform as other people slammed Paul for his comments.

One Twitter user responded, “So you’re telling me the movie’s very clear commentary on spectacle (and the lengths people will go to capture it) was totally missed by Logan Paul, the guy that vlogged himself and his friends laughing at a dead body in the Aokigahara forest in Japan. The irony is beyond cosmic.”

Another person wrote, “Every question that Logan Paul asked is explained in the movie. Maybe people look at films differently or he spent [too] much time questioning everything while watching so it distracted them from actually gathering the answers to his questions.”

Other individuals pointed out that Logan Paul’s own filmography mostly includes critically-panned movies such as The Thinning and Valley Girl. Meanwhile, Nope brought in $44 million at the domestic box office on its opening weekend.

Hitman Holla Signs $100,000 Battle Rap Reality TV Tournament Deal

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Hitman Holla just shook up the battle rap culture with an exciting announcement that could see the sport catapulted to the mainstream. 

The Wild N’ Out star, a legendary battle rapper in his own right, took to Twitter last week (Jul 21.), teasing a “big announcement.” 

Battle rap fans didn’t have too long to wait for the big reveal as Hitman Holla shared his plans the following day. He wasn’t capping when he said he had something big lined up for the culture, unveiling his plans for a battle rap reality TV show with a $100,000 prize.  

“I jus signed a TV deal.. I got my own battle rap tv show coming,” Hitman penned on Friday. “12 battlers in a Mansion for 6weeks.. last man standing wins $100,000 .. having live auditions in 4 major cities in August. 

He also asked his followers for suggestions on potential housemates for the show, which begins shooting later this year. “Tag who y’all think should be on tv and in the house !! we Start filming in October.. 😈” Hitman Holla added. 

Hitman Holla Wants To Break New Talent In Battle Rap

Things began quickly taking shape, and Hitman returned on Sunday to gather more feedback from his fans. From his questions, it appears Hitman Holla wants to spotlight new talent, although he wants as much feedback as possible.  

“Question .. should it be 12 fresh faces in the house .. or a mixture of low tier along wit the new names? 1 or 2 mid tier in the mix? I want y’all opinion I wanna make this show the best thing on TV! Talk to me? 

He also held a Twitter Spaces discussion, sharing more details about the $100,000 tournament. He revealed he’s holding auditions in his New York City, L.A., Houston, and his home city of St. Louis.  

However, Hitman Holla is conscious that similar ventures in the past, like Eminem’s Total Slaughter in 2014, lacked the community’s involvement and didn’t have an authentic battle rap feel. He said he will include the community throughout the tournament, with well-known faces coming on to represent. Media platform and battler Di Da Hennyman captured the entire conversation. Listen to it here.  

Furthermore, as Let’s Talk Battle Rap reported, “Hitman Holla has big plans for the future,” with a lew league following the tournament.  

Kylie Jenner Sparks Pregnancy Rumors With Cryptic Response To Travis Scott Post 

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Travis Scott and Kylie Jenner’s on-again-off-again relationship looks very much back on if recent posts are anything to go by. 

The reality TV starlet and beauty mogul took to TikTok last week (Jul. 21), sharing a tender video of her and her boo snuggled up together. The pair looked relaxed as Travis lay down with his head nestled on Kylie’s stomach.  

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Kylie Jenner & Travis Scott Wedding Rumors

A rumor circulated earlier in the week that the pair were planning a secret wedding after an online account claiming to be Kourtney Kardashian’s son Mason claimed that Kylie recently celebrated a bridal party.  

“Kylie is getting married and … that’s why she’s the only one wearing white!!!” the fake account shared.  

However, the eldest Kardashian sister swiftly shut down the claims stating her son was not responsible for the post.  

“Hello everyone, hope it is a beautiful Thursday,” she began. “After months and months of thinking you would all know that is NOT Mason on these fake accounts, some of you don’t. So I will spell it out clearly : that is NOT Mason on these fake social media accounts talking about our family.” 

However, Kylie’s recent online posts and comments have left fans speculating that the couple is expecting another baby. The couple already has two children together; four-year-old daughter Stormi and five-month-old son Wolf. 

Travis Scott took to Instagram on Sunday posting a snap of his arrival back in New York following his performance at Rolling Loud Miami this weekend. But it was Kylie Jenner’s response in the comment section that had the rumor mill whipped into a frenzy. 

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She left a flirty comment which included a possible hint she could be pregnant, responding with an emoji of a smiley face with tongue out and several of a pregnant brunette rubbing her belly. 

Fans in the comment section took Kylie’s response to mean she was pregnant and reacted with excitement. Travis also left his own reply, suggesting he was rushing to see his boo.  

Meanwhile, earlier this month, the loved-up couple shared a selfie which could be another clue that new arrival is due, with Travis lovingly placing his hand on Kylie’s stomach.  

Kodak Black Joins Kendrick Lamar At Rolling Loud Miami For Debut ‘Silent Hill’ Performance 

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Kendrick Lamar surprised fans with a guest appearance from Kodak Black during his headline set at Rolling Loud on Sunday (Jul.24). 

The “Super Gremlin” hitmaker had performed earlier in the evening, entertaining the crowd at Hard Rock Stadium with his own hits. 

Kodak Black was soon followed on stage by Lil Baby before the arrival of the main event, Kendrick Lamar, who closed the three-day festival. The Compton native rocked the stage with hits from his latest album, Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, before surprising the audience with his “Silent Hill” collaborator.  

A shirtless Kodak Black joined Kendrick Lamar to perform the track for the first time. Check out a clip of their performance below. 

Kendrick Lamar Kodak Black – “Silent Hill”

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The Grammy Award winner received online backlash for heavily featuring Kodak on his fifth studio album, released in May. Many slammed the rapper, branding the decision irresponsible in light of the sexual assault allegations against the Florida native.  

Kodak Black was accused of allegedly raping a teenage girl in his South Carolina hotel room in November 2016. He accepted a plea deal in April of 2021, pleading guilty to first-degree assault, and was sentenced to 18 months of probation. He addressed the victim, who watched the court proceedings from a live feed. “I apologize this happened, and I’m hopeful we can all move forward,” he said.  

Before performing with Kendrick Lamar at the weekend, Kodak Black found himself in trouble with the law yet again. He was arrested after cops allegedly found 31 oxycodone tablets and almost $75,000 in cash in the rapper’s automobile. Broward County officials charged the rapper with drug trafficking and possession of a controlled substance.  

However, Kodak Black says the medication was his own. His attorney backs him up, claiming a doctor prescribed the pills. He told TMZ that the rapper received the prescription due to chronic pain after getting shot earlier this year.  

Keke Palmer Responds To Comparisons To Zendaya & Viral Colorism Discussion  

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Keke Palmer has responded to a viral tweet comparing her career to that of fellow actress Zendaya and the role colorism had played in their success in Hollywood, declaring she’s “an incomparable talent.” 

The discussion arose following her starring role in Jordan Peele’s new movie Nope, opposite Daniel Kaluuya. Many online claimed the movie was Keke Palmer’s breakout moment, propelling her into the mainstream. Others argued that she’s been a household name since she was a child. 

The “Akeelah and the Bee” star began trending on Twitter after someone suggested that colorism in Hollywood is to blame for the differences in the mainstream popularity of the two former child stars.  

However, after catching wind of the conversation, Keke Palmer distanced herself from the comparisons and reminded fans of who she is.  

Keke Palmer Responds To Zendaya Comparisions

“A great example of colorism is to believe I can be compared to anyone,” she began. “I’m the youngest talk show host ever. The first Black woman to star in her own show on Nickelodeon, & the youngest & first Black Cinderella on broadway. I’m an incomparable talent. Baby, THIS, is Keke Palmer.” 

She continued, “I’ve been a leading lady since I was 11 years old. I have over 100+ credits, and currently starring in an original screenplay that’s the number one film at the box office #NOPE. I’ve had a blessed career thus far, I couldn’t ask for more but God continues to surprise me.🥹🥳❤️🙏🏾” 

While Zendaya has yet to respond to the chatter, she has been vocal in the past about the privilege her light skin affords her as a Black woman in Hollywood. “I am Hollywood’s acceptable version of a Black girl and that has to change,” she said in 2018. “We’re vastly too beautiful and too interesting for me to be the only representation of that.” Check out the clip below. 

Rolling Loud Rumors: Did Kanye Wear Black Face, Travis Scott Uncanceled, Quavo & Caresha?

By: illseed Updated Category: Rumors
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The Rolling Loud festival has been going on for the entire weekend in Miami. It has been every interesting. There’s been something to talk about every night. But, I am going to home in on a couple of specifics. First of all, did Kanye West undercut and undo former friend and comrade Kid Cudi? Its my understanding that Kid Cudi was the “inspiration” for Kanye’s album 808 & Heartbreaks. That’s another story. Sooooooo…Cudi cut Kanye off and, I think upset the billionaire! Sooooooo Kanye and Cudi aren’t friends. Then, Travis Scott is banned from Rolling Loud due to the Astroworld tragedy.

Kanye was supposed to headline yesterday for Rolling Loud but he canceled in solidarity with Travis Scott. Then they moved Kid Cudi in the headlining slot. THEN, people started to treat Kid Cudi like trash and throwing actual trash at him. One bonked him in the head. He left! It was at that moment that Kanye West came out during Lil Durk’s set on another stage at Rolling Loud! And then later..Future brought out TRAVIS SCOTT! Nobody let poo Kid Cudi in on the gag!

Sooooooooo…..lets talk Kanye West. Did he have on blackface on top of his black face or what??

And then there’s Quavo and Diddy’s young jawn. Are they a thing? Diddy has his other things going on too, so maybe they just have an open situation.

Back to Travis Scott. It seemed like he was welcomed with open arms after being unwelcome with closed fists. I think it is good that they have permitted him back in the house.

But, some have asked about Travis’s well-being.

Some say he looks rather unhealthy and thin. Was he running out of breath in your opinion? It seemed like it to me. It would have been just that he has not been really performing all that much. Future keep him out there longer than he expected, I would imagine. The bros helped the bro up.Most of all, it seems like the Astroworld tragedy has taken a major toll on him mentally and physically. By the way, rumor has it that whole thing has been financially devastating for him as well. I know he got money, but no income often means money goes fast af.

What say you?

Did you hear any other rumors? Hit me up @illseed_ on Instagram!

Rapper And Serial Entrepreneur D The Business Is Getting Back To Business as Hip-Hop’s Next Biggest Mogul

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: Music News
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Rapper, Actor, Serial Entrepreneur, and Real Estate Agent D The Business has developed into one of the most prominent up-and-coming artists and businessmen out of Houston, Texas by way of Missouri City. Being a founder of several companies, he is steadily defining what it means to be a Hip Hop mogul. With the release of his new project “Back To Business”, he is actively getting back to the music after a brief hiatus and is ready to take his career to new heights. Every move has him on track to
become a colossal figure in mainstream entertainment and business.

With two decades worth of experience and his loyal dedication to his creative career and entrepreneurial endeavors, he has proven he never gives up the determination to succeed. D The Business was formerly known as Lil’ D when he first gained fame at just 10 years of age as a young street rapper in the early 2000s alongside his cousin Romeo Miller (formerly Lil’ Romeo) after signing with No Limit Records founded by his cousin, Master P. D The Business started one of Houston’s top-level independent labels, L.I.E. Entertainment (Loyalty Is Everything) with his brother Black Don in 2011. Being personally hands-on with many aspects of his career over the years made being vertically integrated become an acquired talent for the rapper.

The sought-after musician is currently on a fast track to go from sidelines to headliner status with a plethora of new music prepped and scheduled to release including a launch of new business ventures. His current freestyle has been gaining buzz on his @DTheBusiness social media pages, including one of his song releases “Flex”. DTheBusiness approaches the music business from a mogul standpoint and is big on having a diversified portfolio. He has a history of being an independent artist seen on major networks such as BET, VH1, and MTV to name a few, including a notable role in the 2007 released film Uncle P, so the former Rich Boyz group member who has family ties in the entertainment industry is no stranger to this arena.

With a million plus streams already on his catalog, we expect D The Business to show no signs of slowing down and we are ready to see the upcoming power moves that will be made.

Luclover is the New Face of Houston

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If you have been on TikTok this week then you most likely have heard of the 17-year-old Houston artist Luclover. His latest song L$D has had widespread popularity with over 400k videos on TikTok and even members from the well-known Hype House and Noah Beck have released several videos dancing to his song. You can check the video out here

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Lizzo Says Beyoncé Inspired Her To Put Teachable Moments In Music

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Lizzo has credited Beyoncé with inspiring her to include “teachable” moments in her songs.

In an interview for ELLE U.K.’s September 2022 issue, Lizzo expressed her excitement over the superstar’s upcoming album Renaissance, which is set to be released on July 29th.

Reflecting on Beyonce’s music, Lizzo explained that she is hugely influenced by how the 40-year-old delves into important social themes in her lyrics and videos.

“(Beyoncé) doesn’t just put out music for the sake of putting out music – there’s going to be something real, you know what I mean? A teachable moment,” she commented. “Every time I hear her, it’s like, ‘Man, I want to make people feel this way. How can I make people feel this way, too?'”

Lizzo recalled how she first saw Beyoncé at a Destiny’s Child album signing staged at a Walmart in Houston, Texas, at the age of 10.

She’s never forgotten the emotion she felt watching the group perform a gospel medley and hopes to replicate it in her own performances.

“I skipped school to go see them. I listened to them sing their gospel medley. I’ve seen Beyoncé maybe up to 10 times live now, and she continues to give me that feeling,” the 34-year-old added.

Ed Sheeran Shares Tribute To U.K. Rap Icon Jamal Edwards On New Single Ft. Russ & Jammer 

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Ed Sheeran dropped his new single “Are You Entertained” featuring Russ with a video curated by U.K. music visionary Jamal Edwards who tragically passed away the day before the video shoot began. Check out the video at the end of the article. 

The British singer announced the video with a heartfelt caption, explaining how he first met Russ at an NYC restaurant. The two were already fans of the other’s music, and they swiftly clicked. A short while after that initial meeting, he reached out to the rapper with ideas for a new song.  

Ed Sheeran also contacted Jamal Edwards to direct the video, “knowing that he would create something incredible for us. Jamal then planned it out for the next couple of months, sending me locations, ideas, cameos, trying to make it the best video any of us could make. We were meant to shoot in February, but the day before Russ flew out, Jamal tragically died,” Sheeran explained.  

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Jamal Edwards, DJ, philanthropist, and founder of classic U.K. online music platform SB.TV, which he launched from his bedroom when he was 15, passed away suddenly in February aged 31. Last month, his mother, Brenda Edwards, revealed he died from a heart attack after taking recreational drugs. 

Jamal Edwards’ SB.TV became a springboard for much of the U.K.’s Hip-Hop talent and other artists, including Ed Sheeran. He had an influential role in the early careers of some of the best British artists of the genre, including Stormzy, Skepta, Dave, Lady Leshurr, AJ Tracey, and Headie One. 

Shortly after his death, Ed Sheeran admitted, “I would not be here without him, professionally and personally.”  

U.K. grime legend Jammer posted the new video “In loving memory” of Jamal Edwards. He shared his last conversation with Jamal, where they discussed the track. “I want you in it Jam!!,” he recalled. ”He was always about bringing people together and shinning a light. I’m glad we was able to execute your vision!! I hope this makes you proud. This year has been a tough one 💔 #JamalForever.” 

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DaBaby Explains Why He Is NOW A Trump Supporter

By: illseed Updated Category: Rumors
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DaBaby!

DaBaby has offered an opinion nobody asked for. He recently gave a ringing endorsement to former US president Donald Trump. He did an interview with a podcast and he was asked about The Donald.

I guess this has been on his mind because he gave a coherent response. So, when Donald Trump runs again in 2024, he has a strong supporter in this rapper. I am not clear on why rappers feel the need to present their political views, especially when they are backed by nothing substantial. Being “Gangsta” is not something that makes you eligible or qualified to run for office. Or run a country.

READ ALSO: DaBaby Vows To Turn Over A New Leaf And Be More Positive

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And yet, here we are.

DaBaby cited Trump’s last-minute pardoning of Kodak Black back in 2020 and helping Lil Wayne as an examples for getting his support. Perhaps he sees trouble down the line for himself? “Do I f**k with Donald Trump? Now, hell yeah!” he said. In the past, it has been the complete opposite. DaBaby explained, “Trump is a gangsta.” He also revealed that he would love to be a “campaign partner” for the president fully submerged in a scandal that is 1,000 times worse than Watergate. Read a book!

Also, getting other notable rappers out of jail does not enhance your status in the Black community to me. I actually believe that he would need to free Mumia Abu Jamal, Grandmaster Jay or H. Rap Brown or some folks like that to get favor from the people.

Otherwise, DaBaby is just Trump’s latest “African-American.”

Jordan Peele Explains How He Came Up With The Concept For “Nope”

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Jordan Peele wanted to write about the sky while trapped indoors during the COVID-19 lockdowns – which is how he came up with his new sci-fi horror movie “Nope.”

Known for adding social commentary to the horror genre, Peele was recently dubbed the best horror director of all time by comic book creator Adam Ellis – a claim the filmmaker quickly refuted.

Speaking about his UFO tale “Nope,” which stars Keke Palmer and his Get Out leading man Daniel Kaluuya, Peele revealed where the idea came from.

“I wrote (the film) trapped inside and so I knew I wanted to make something that was about the sky,” he told GQ. “I knew the world would want to be outside and at the same time, I knew we had this newfound fear from this trauma, from this time of what it meant to go outside. Can we go outside? So I slipped some of that stuff in.”

Palmer interjected: “That’s so sneaky how you do that.”

Asked why he decided to add a sci-fi element to his new project, Jordan Peele explained that he saw a gap in the market for his style.

“I felt like the big summer blockbuster spectacle film, and specifically the Great American Flying Saucer Story is something where I haven’t felt my perspective represented to the fullest,” he shared.

RZA Releases Soundtrack For His Graphic Novel ‘Bobby Digital And The Pit Of Snakes’

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RZA dropped a soundtrack for his upcoming graphic novel Bobby Digital and the Pit of Snakes on Friday (July 22).

The Wu-Tang Clan member’s latest release features eight tracks. It serves as a companion piece to the storyline of his graphic novel.

RZA’s soundtrack marks his second project of 2022. He previously teamed up with DJ Scratch for an album titled Saturday Afternoon Kung Fu Theater in March.

Z2 Comics will release the Bobby Digital and the Pit of Snakes graphic novel on August 13. RZA will appear at a signing at Midtown Comics in New York City on its release day.

“Out of all my creative personas and alter egos, Bobby Digital is probably the best fit for comics and graphic novels,” RZA said in a press release. “It’s a pleasure for me to collaborate with Z2 Comics and bring this lush world of creativity into the comic space. The readers are going to be hit with something they never seen coming.”

Fans can pre-order RZA’s graphic novel here.

Stream the Bobby Digital and the Pit of Snakes soundtrack below.

  1. Under the Sun
  2. Trouble Shooting
  3. Something Going On
  4. We Push
  5. Cowards
  6. Fight to Win
  7. Celebrate Life
  8. Live Your Own Rhythm (Outro)

Hip-Hop Preacher Bishop Lamor M. Whitehead Robbed While Preaching During Sunday Service Livestream

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A flashy New York preacher, who recently linked to multiple A-list rappers and Mayor Eric Adams, was the victim of a robbery during his Sunday sermon in his Carnasie church, Leaders of Tomorrow (Brooklyn campus) on July 24.

Just before the brazen attack, Bishop Lamor M. Whitehead asked, “How many of you have lost your faith because you saw somebody else die with what you were about to go through”

At least three assailants interrupted Bishop Whitehead’s proclamation from with guns drawn, running up on him as the media team streamed the service live on Facebook around 11:14 a.m.

The video was taken down by the church, but captured elsewhere.

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Dressed in a burgundy and gold suit, the clergyman, who also spoke at Biz Markie and Black Rob’s funerals, immediately takes to the floor at the sight of the armed men. He says “All right, all right, all right,” as the first thug digs into his pockets and takes out wads of cash. He also takes the Bishop’s gold ring.

The criminal drops the ring and goes back to pick it up, the video showed.

A second gunman then goes to the stage-setting pulpit and goes into the preacher’s pockets again — seemingly looking for something. He leaves shortly after, with nothing.

The third guy, who was tall and thin, did not assault the preacher but continued to tell the on-watching in-person congregation not to move.

According to a police report, the thieves rolled out with $400,000 in jewelry.

A man sitting in the back and on the side of the preacher, never budged, until the men left.

Whitehead, a Brooklyn pastor who once was convicted in 2016 of a fraudulent auto-loan scheme where he was charged with identity theft and grand larceny, has turned his life around. Now reformed, ordained, and consecrated as a Bishop, he serves the people while driving a Rolls Royce and dripping in Fendi and other Italian designers.

He is also good friends with Eric Adams, the second Black mayor of the city of New York.

“I was arrested at 15 years old … and because people embraced me when I was arrested, I embrace Lamor Whitehead,” the Mayor said in 2016. “I will continue to give him the support and guidance that was given to me to become a cop, a state senator, and a borough president.”

One way that he has shown he is reformed is by working with the next generation and helping them do better. He invests a lot of his time mentoring rappers and other influencers with their ears to the street, a community he believes the church has left behind.

In December of 2020, when Fivio Foreign did a toy drive for incarcerated children, he announced his bid for the Borough Presidency of New York.

He is also related to rapper Foxy Brown and spoke at Biz Markie’s homegoing service saying that when artists “came into the room he shifted the atmosphere.” At the start of the service, Whitehead recited Psalm 23 for those in attendance to hear.

In 2018, 50 Cent came into his old church for the “Bridging the Gap” event.

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Whitehead’s sermon for the day was titled “Get The Strap,” 50’s signature tagline.

“We must understand that it’s alright to get the strap because where we have come from, our protection is to ‘get the strap’ that’s the only thing that is respected in our community…” said Bishop Whitehead according to Vibe.com.

“Now don’t get it twisted no weapon formed against me shall prosper…so we must understand that ‘the strap’ is in prayer,” he said.

The minister really touched 50 Cent. He gave remarks, captured by Tuma Basa, formerly of Spotify and the Head of Hip-Hop music over at YouTube.

He said, “I got something out of it. I really feel that there was a completely different approach to try to reach us in a different way by using the terminology by using the slang and it kind of made me pay attention a little more…Even though it might seem outlandish–the approach–it’s effective.”

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Regarding his robbery, the Bishop has since went on Instagram to let people know he was doing fine and he was lucky that God spared his life. He also asked for anyone with information leading to an arrest to inbox him.

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Kendrick Lamar Brings Security Guard To Tears

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Kendrick!

First of all, let me just establish this. I grew up in the 1990s. This was probably the most rugged period in hip-hop history. I know the 80s were tough, but those were times that were largely regulated to New York, Los Angeles, Miami and other places. The crack epidemic was fully realized, drug kingpins were born, and Hip Hop was at its zenith in the 1990s.

That said, as I started to get into the culture a lot more and go to concerts, security matched the environment. These were some of the hardest dudes in the history of man. Sometimes it was the fruit of Islam, other times it was reformed criminals that became security and most times it was literally the biggest people on the face of the earth staring down at you as you walk into a club or a venue.

That said we are in a different area! This is the Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Megan Thee Stallion era. So, this happened:

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I am not going to be critical of homeboy, because when you feel things, you feel things! But in the interest of safety and security I would be slightly concerned with somebody that was so emotionally touched by a rapper in the midst of possible danger. Or not! The truth is, this is a crazy song and Kendrick Lamar is a crazy artist (in a good way). I believe that the crowd was so enamored by this amazing performance that they wouldn’t dare try to mess it up.

I wish the security of my era was like that. Trust me, the people that protected DMX and Onyx acted like they could have been on the stage wilding out! We were wilding out! They were wilding out! Everybody was wilding out! I don’t see the K-Dot crowd as the types to cause calamity and chaos like we did.

And I really don’t know what to say also about it.

Snoop Dogg And NFL Los Angeles Chargers’ Keenan Allen Inspire Special Needs Children

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NFL player Keenan Allen spent valuable time with the young athletes of Snoop Dogg’s 2022 Snoop Special Stars Camp. 

The Los Angeles Chargers Wide Receiver helped the kids learn skills and feel empowered with a day of coaching.

According to the NFL team’s website, “The Snoop Youth Football League is a 501c3 non-profit organization founded to provide the opportunity for inner-city children to participate in youth football and cheer. In 2017, the SYFL added to The Snoop Special Stars Football and Cheer division serving all Special Needs children and young adults (5-18+) with physical and intellectual disabilities.”

The camp’s goal is “to break the negative stigma surrounding Special Needs and to provide support and positive resources within inner city communities and surrounding areas.”

​Just by stopping by and coaching the kids and encouraging them to have their own dance moves, the professional football star did his part to achieve that.

Allen said in a video that he wanted to make the day “special” for the children, giving them “something they can learn from.”

Snoop shared that the camp’s purpose is more profound than just the game, “It’s all about giving these kids an opportunity to be kids … to have fun.”

“A child with special needs … their life is a lot different,” Nykauni Tademy, the program director, said. “They’re not included in a lot of things because of their disability.”

Tyrone Rodgers, the assistant at Snoop Special Stars, informed, “Our kids’ challenge is in showing their emotions. Everything we do is all about it expressing your emotion and happiness.”

The director added that Keenan Allen gave the kids hope.

“These kids know what this means when an NFL player comes out here, take that time to coach them up and give them that love and inspiration … and for those kids to smile and have fun and to know that it’s alright,” Snoop said. “This is the best feeling in the world when you can give somebody joy.”

Could Monkeypox Be Consider An STD?

By: illseed Updated Category: Rumors
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Yoooo!

It looks like another “sign the world is coming to an end” is here. Amazingly, we have another pandemic breaking out. No, it is not COVID-19 or AIDS. It is monkeypox. You probably have heard of monkeypox in recent times, because he quickly became a buzz word/disease as it spread. Somehow, they were unable to stop this pending plague. Remember I told you they already passed out vaccines in places like NYC.

But, the worst is already here. They are now saying that monkeypox is about to become a sexually transmitted disease. This means, they have discovered that the looming epidemic is transmitted through 695% of the current cases. So officials are worried that it will become more like gonorrhea or herpes or HIV then something that just passes by us. The World Health Org JUST declared monkeypox a global health emergency!!!

This recent headline stems from a research effort in London, which took 528 confirmed for monkeypox infections from April until June 24. From there, they found out that 98% of the infected individuals were gay or bisexual men. 41% of them had HIV. And the median age was 38.

These people also have multiple sex partners and went to radical places like sex parties/orgies. They also had other symptoms that were sexual in nature two, making them likely to be the highest most vulnerable population ever.

I am not sure that this is indicative of most people. I actually disagree with this report because it seems to suggest that normal people are living such a base and extreme life. The report make sure to clarify that monkey pox is not a true sexually transmitted disease but it is transmitted through close physical contact. There are other ways it can be spread like respiratory drops and clothing and surfaces.

Hopefully this doesn’t become a condemnation of gay or bisexual men as well. And I wonder what the test poor of people was to begin with. Anyway, tell me what you think in the comment section.

Here is some information from WHO:

What you need to know

An outbreak of a disease called monkeypox is happening in some countries where the virus is not typically found. Some of these cases are being found in communities of gay, bisexual and other men who  have sex with men. Transgender people and gender-diverse people may also be more vulnerable in the context of the current outbreak.

Symptoms include: 

  • Rash with blisters on face, hands, feet, eyes, mouth and/or genitals 
  • Fever 
  • Swollen lymph nodes 
  • Headaches 
  • Muscle aches 
  • Low energy 

You can catch monkeypox if you have close physical contact with someone who is showing symptoms. This includes touching and being face-to-face. 

Monkeypox can spread during close skin-to-skin contact during sex, including kissing, touching, oral and penetrative sex with someone who has symptoms. Avoid having close contact with anyone who has symptoms.

Protect yourself and others by: 

  • Isolating at home and talking to a health worker if you have symptoms 
  • Avoid skin-to-skin or face-to-face contact, including sexual contact with anyone who has symptoms 
  • Clean hands, objects, and surfaces that have been touched regularly 
  • Wear a mask if you are in close contact with someone with symptoms 

Ice-T Explains What Happened The Last Time He Tried To Breakdance

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: News
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Ice-T has conceded he can no longer breakdance like he used to.

During an appearance on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” host Stephen asked the gangsta rap pioneer if he could still breakdance.

“People say, ‘Can you still do it?’ In my mind, I can do it,” he laughed. “I was in the studio one night and I heard the beat and I started thinking I could break dance again, so I started dancing. I went down, touched the floor, and my whole back went (bleurgh). I was like, ‘Oh OK, right now, my foot’s supposed to come flying through here!'”

Ice-T noted that he can still do the moves in his head. “(It’s) in my mind now,” the 64-year-old smiled.

The star is promoting his new book, “Split Decision: Life Stories.”

Jessica Alba Says Marvel Movies Are Still Too Caucasian

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: News
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Jessica Alba believes that Marvel movies are “still quite Caucasian.”

“The Fantastic Four”.actress, who has Mexican heritage, had spoken openly about how little diversity or representation there was for women of color when she first started in Hollywood.

In a cover interview with Glamour U.K. magazine, Alba acknowledged that she had seen a change in the industry in recent years, but there is still a way to go.

“Even if you look at the Marvel movies – that’s the biggest driver of fantasy and what’s happening right now in entertainment because it’s sort of the family thing – it’s still quite Caucasian,” she said before referring to her “Fantastic Four” role in the 2000s.

“I would say I was one of the few back in the day… And it was before Marvel was sold to Disney… but it’s still quite… more of the same.”

The 41-year-old pointed to the lack of diversity in the “people in charge” of greenlighting films and casting decisions and explained that until there is more representation at the top, Hollywood will continue to make “more of the same.”

“It’s the same in business and in Hollywood – if you have people in charge who aren’t really reflective of the audience you’re appealing to, they only know what they know. They only know what they like. And so they’re going to gravitate towards more of the same,” she shared.

“And 50% of the population, we’re women. And we like action movies, and we like superheroes, and we like romantic comedies, and we like dramas and horror, and all of that. But if 90% of the people in charge don’t look like us, they’re just going to continue to do the same.”

Alba played Sue Storm in 2005’s “Fantastic Four” and its 2007 sequel, “Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer.” Marvel’s “Fantastic Four” movie is in the works at Disney.

Police Officer Who Saved Lil Wayne After Suicide Attempt Dies

By: Mike Winslow Updated Category: News
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The police officer partially responsible for giving us Lil Wayne, one of the greatest rappers who has ever lived, has died.

The retired New Orleans Police Department officer saved the rap star when he was a child after he shot himself in the chest during a botched suicide attempt.

Robert Hoobler was found dead at his home on Friday (July 22nd) at 65. So far, the police have not disclosed the cause of Hoobler’s death.

The five-time Grammy Award winner attempted to kill himself at the age of 12 after his mother, Jacida Carter, found out he was skipping school. 

The rapper was so scared that he called the police and went and found his mother’s gun.

According to Wayne, he was too scared to shoot himself in the head, so he aimed for his heart and shot himself in the chest on November 11th, 1994.

When the officers finally arrived, most skipped over the 12-year-old as he lay bleeding on the floor. Lil Wayne explained the situation in a note to honor Dr. Martin Luther King in January 2021.

“There was a bunch of black cops jumped over me when they saw me at that door, laying on the floor with that hole in my chest,” Lil Wayne revealed.

However, Robert Hoobler, whom Wayne referred to as “Uncle Bob,” took critical action to save the future rap star’s life. 

“Those black cops jumped over me, and ran through the crib, and said, ‘We found the gun, we found this, we found that.’ He said, ‘I found this baby on this floor. I need to get to a hospital.’ He didn’t wait for an ambulance. He took his car. He made somebody drive it, and he made sure that I lived,” Lil Wayne said.

The rapper was so thankful that in 2019, Wayne told Uncle Bob that if he needed anything, all he had to do was say the word. 

The rapper also offered to provide Uncle Bob with financial support if he needed it.