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Joey Bada$$ On Lizzo Controversy: I Ain’t Never Apologizing To White America

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After facing backlash online, Lizzo decided to change specific lyrics on “Grrrls.” Some social media users called out the R&B/Pop performer for using the word “spazz” in the song, but Joey Bada$$ took issue with the criticism.

“It has been brought to my attention that there is a harmful word in my new song ‘GRRRLS’. Let me make one thing clear: I never want to promote derogatory language,” wrote Lizzo in a statement.

The Grammy winner continued, “As a fat black woman in America, I have had many hurtful words used against me so I understand the power words can have (whether intentionally, or in my case, unintentionally).” 

Lizzo announced a new version of “Grrrls” without the offensive term. She concluded, “As an influential artist I’m dedicated to being part of the change I’ve been waiting to see in the world.”

Joey Bada$$ Calls This Generation “Too Soft”

Joey Bada$$ took to Twitter to share his thoughts on the negative reactions to Lizzo’s latest single. The Brooklyn-raised emcee specifically focused on addressing Caucasians in the United States.

“Lizzo getting flack for using spazz is crazy! [White people] just be waiting for you to say anything remotely off. 😭 I’ll be the first to tell y’all, y’all can [suck my dick]. I ain’t never apologizing to white America, hold my nuts,” stated Bada$$.

The All-Amerikkkan Badass album creator also added, “This generation is too soft. Most of y’all never got punched in the face and it shows.” Joey Bada$$ then turned his attention to so-called cancel culture.

Bada$$ Admits To Being Homophobic In The Past Before Changing His Views

“Btw am I still [canceled]? Not that I care, but I’m asking because if this is what [canceled] life looks like I might just start saying everything that comes to my mind. Ain’t nobody in real life ever tell me I was [canceled], only on the internet so I’m confused,” tweeted Bada$$.

The Two Distant Strangers actor also posted, “The internet told me I was [canceled] because I was homophobic and transphobic and honestly that was news to me. How do y’all know me better than I know myself?”

Joey Bada$$ then admitted to being homophobic as a teenager. He acknowledged being insensitive about the feelings of LGBTQ individuals and making anti-gay jokes at the time. However, Bada$$ now says he was grown a lot over the last eleven years.

“I judge people based on energy, that’s it. I got love for everybody who got love for me. Even for the m############ who don’t,” asserted the 27-year-old Pro Era member.

Yella Beezy Sees Sexual Assault Charges Get Dismissed

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Markies Deandre Conway is no longer facing a criminal case in Collin County, Texas. Authorities have dismissed several charges against the rapper better known as Yella Beezy.

Police arrested Yella Beezy in November 2021. The Dallas native faced two charges of sexual assault and child endangerment or abandonment. However, CBS News claims all charges have been dropped.

The outlet also reports that Yella Beezy’s charges were no-billed, so his lawyer can have them expunged from his record. Beezy insisted the alleged victim falsely accused him of sexual misconduct.

“I can’t really speak on a lot of the stuff because my lawyer advised me not to, but I just had to speak out because people get stuff misconstrued,” said Beezy last year.

The “That’s On Me” rhymer added, “I’ll have my day in court, I ain’t worried about nothing. Evidence is going to prove itself. Like I said, a rumor spread faster than the truth. Just trust the process.”

Yella Beezy made it onto Billboard‘s Hot 100 songs chart with “That’s On Me” which peaked at #56. “Bacc At It Again” with Quavo and Gucci Mane also charted on the Hot 100. That single climbed to #78.

Over the course of his music career, Beezy released numerous mixtapes such as 2016’s Lite Work, 2018’s Ain’t No Goin’ Bacc, and 2019’s Baccend Beezy. He is scheduled to take part in the 2022 Juneteenth Unity Weekend in Dallas on June 18.

Jennifer Hudson Reacts To Reaching EGOT Status

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Jennifer Hudson became just the second Black woman to win an Emmy Award, Grammy Award, Oscar Award, and Tony Award. The singer/actress joined Whoopi Goldberg on the exclusive list of EGOT recipients.

This week saw Jennifer Hudson reach EGOT status after A Strange Loop won Best Musical at the 75th Tony Awards ceremony on Sunday. J.Hud is one of the producers for the Broadway production. 

Previously, the Chicago-born entertainer picked up the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for Dreamgirls in 2007. Hudson later won 2021’s Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Interactive Media for a Daytime Program as an executive producer for Baba Yaga. She is also a two-time Grammy winner.

“Wow!!! I am overwhelmed by all the outpouring of love and support that I am still receiving and I’m still processing this whole new ground,” wrote Jennifer Hudson on Instagram.

The former American Idol contestant continued “What an honor! Thank u all for being with me on this journey. I could not live this life without u. Like I said when I won my Oscar, look what God can do. Well, He did it again!”

R&B singer/songwriter John Legend became the first Black man to make it onto the EGOT list in 2018. Only seventeen people have achieved the “grand slam of show business,” including Rita Moreno, Audrey Hepburn, Mel Brooks, and Andrew Lloyd Webber.

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U.K. Rapper Unknown T Teases Collab With French Drill Artist Koba LaD 

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Unknown T is back in the studio less than a week after dropping his new Top Boy-inspired single.  

This time, the East Londer is working on an international collaboration. Unknown T has linked up with one of the rising stars of the French drill scene, Def Jam artist Koba LaD.  

Snippets of the multilingual track have emerged on social media featuring the drill artists and their entourage turning up in the studio. In one, Unknown T can be seen rapping along intently as the song plays in the background. Take a look at the clips below.  

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Before working with Unknown T, the 22-year-old artist recently celebrated exceeding one billion streams on Spotify, reportedly making him the youngest French-speaking rapper to achieve the feat. 

Unknown T Asks “Who Said Drill’s Dead?”

Meanwhile, Unknown T dropped his response to anybody questioning the strength of the drill scene last week. The “Who Said Drill’s Dead?” freestyle, which features a cameo from Top boy star Ashley Walters, is divided into two parts. T squares up to Dushane in “Just Landed” before moving locations for “Batty & Bench.” Check it out below.  

Unknown T broke onto the scene with the success of his hit single “Homerton B” in 2018. The song launched his career and was the first U.K. drill song to achieve Silver certification. During a 2020 interview, he explained why he believes the track “was the first drill tune to commercialise the genre of drill itself.” 

He claims everyone was “bored” by drill music “until I dropped ‘Homerton B,'” he said. “I incorporated the girls, the style, d’you get me? Little things like the billboards, the interviews, the magazines – it all brought a lighter side to drill. 

Unknown T continued, “Man has made history making the whole drill thing commercial. But yeah, for me it’s just a blessing to see how much change man has made.” 

Soulja Boy Snaps On A$AP Rocky Over Claim He Made Rap Immature

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A$AP Rocky claims rap music has regressed to a state of “adolescence,” and it has been since Soulja Boy came into the game. 

The Harlem native made the comments during a recent talk with comedian Jerrod Carmichael for Interview magazine. 

When asked about growing older in the industry, A$AP Rocky, who has a new album on the way, replied: “Rap is in its adolescence and it’s been stuck here since Soulja Boy. Before, everybody looked 35 and up. When Lil Wayne and Jay-Z and T.I. and Jeezy and [Rick] Ross was on, rappers looked old. Like, we had Lil’ Bow Wow and that was it. That all changed with the internet and self-releasing. Now, rap is stuck in this braggadocious, adolescent space. It’s not as mature,” he added. 

A$AP Rocky continued, “But the thing is, being a rapper now, you don’t want to exclude anybody or neglect any demographics. As somebody that people look up to, there’s a responsibility to put people on the right path.” 

Meanwhile, Soulja Boy appears to have caught wind of the interview and took to Instagram Live to share his response.  

“Come on, man. Stop listening to people, bro,” Soulja said. “N##### don’t know what the f### they talking about, on gang. That’s what I found out, bro. These n##### don’t be knowing what the f### they talking about, bro. N##### be on my Instagram, n##### be on Twitter, n##### be in person talking… about nothing. Bro, what is you talking about, bro? What is you talking about? N##### be talking about everything but how to get some money.” Check out the clip below and decide if Soulja was reacting to A$AP Rocky.  

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Anuel AA Plans to Launch His Personal NFT Collection This Summer 

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Non-fungible tokens serve as a form of artwork certification of authenticity and a license for their use as an owner. This has led to an incredible bond between artists and NFTs around the world.  As more and more art lovers and NFT enthusiasts are investing in NFT collections, artists see this as an opportunity to monetize their creative talent while also finding the much-deserved accreditation for their art. Music, as a form of art, has seen a shift in demand in the NFT space. Anuel AA, the famous MC rapper from Puerto Rico, has also joined the NFT artist community. He plans to drop his NFT collection this year, which will have more than just physical assets. 

Anuel AA started making music at the age of 14. It was in 2010 when Anuel became a sought-after music sensation online as he began to upload his music on social media. The young rapper has spearheaded the Latin trap music genre and was signed under Maybach Music Group, the Latin division of American rapper Rick Ross’ music label. His debut album, Real Hasta la Muerte, was released in 2018, and since then, Anuel has been on a hit-making spree. 

So far, Anuel has dropped three studio albums, and all of them topped the Latin album charts. His albums also earned him a place among Billboard’s top 100 artists. Making music and world tours are what take up most of his time throughout the year. Now the artist wants to add another feather to his hat by venturing into NFTs. With this, he will become one of the first Latin artists to pioneer the launch of an NFT collection. 

Like his music, Anuel wants his NFT collection to be fresh and special. To set a class of his own in this space, his NFT collection will include both physical assets and real-life experiences. NFT holders will enjoy exclusive access to limited edition merchandise, album release parties, studio visits, listening sessions, and much more. It will be more than just owning a song or a musical track by the artist; the NFT owner will stand a chance to interact with Anuel and get to know him better through all these real-life experiences. 

To ensure his plans are executed to perfection, Anuel has created a team of NFT and marketing experts. This team includes Duquan Brown and Carrie Lyn, Brown is from Future Media and Carrie Lyn, from The Creative House both NFT experts, his father, Mr. Jose Gazmey, along with Jofre Cruz, Cruz is a seasoned artist from Entertainment Architects. The team of veterans is working relentlessly to devise strategies and leverage resources to make this project successful. 

Anuel’s NFT collection is not just about the artist’s unique creative music; it will also add value to the NFT holders. The NFT collection has been planned to yield fantastic outcomes to the future owners or NFT holders where they can generate a stream of earnings. The project is also tied to a philanthropic initiative by Anuel. Five percent of the profits will go to Anuel’s non-profit in perpetuity for the growth and welfare of the future generation.

Considering all the features of Anuel’s upcoming NFT project, it can be safely said this collection will offer more than any other project in this genre. This promising project will undoubtedly inspire more music lovers to venture into the NFT industry in the near future.

Tsu Surf Announces Rolling Loud Performance After Shouting Out The Festival In A Battle  

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Tsu Surf will be performing on the Rolling Loud stage this September alongside some of the best artists in Hip-Hop. 

The New Jersey native took to Twitter to share his good news. “Something to be PROUD OF,” he penned while sharing the flyer for the New York festival.  

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Tsu Surf will appear on Sunday (Sept. 25) alongside a star-studded lineup of his peers. Future is set to headline day 3 of the event which also includes performances from 21 Savage, Big Sean, Pusha T, Fat Joe, Dej Loaf, and Benny the Butcher. Nicki Minaj takes top billing on Friday, while new father A$AP Rocky will headline on Saturday.  

The legendary battle rapper makes powerful music in his own right and is highly respected by his industry peers. He has critically acclaimed mixtapes and albums, as well as music with some of the culture’s best rappers. 

Tsu Surf dropped the “Blood Cuzzins” mixtape with CMG rapper Mozzy featuring the likes of Don Q, 42 Dugg, Stacey Barthe, and Boosie Badazz. He has also released music with Beanie Siegel, Benny The Butcher, Joe Budden, and Jim Jones, among others.  

However, Tsu Surf caught the attention of Rolling Loud after a snippet from one of his recent battles went viral. After the “Nana Crib” hitmaker referenced the music festival in a bar, they reposted the clip on Twitter.  Rolling Loud New York tickets go on sale on Friday, June 17 at 12:00PM.

Joe Budden Celebrates Tsu Surf

The battle rap community demonstrated their pride in Surf’s achievement on social media, and his friend and former collaborator Joe Budden also showed some love. The rapper-turned podcaster pulled up to a space hosted by Ultimate Rap League princess NuNu Nellz to celebrate Tsu Surf.  

Tsu Surf hinted that he could perform at Rolling Loud and one of URL’s marquee events in the same month as Summer Madness will also go down in September. However, earlier this month, Surf was more concerned with giving back to the community. He rewarded college graduates with free tickets to another of URL’s biggest cards, their Night Of Main Events. 

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An Inside Look into Denim Nicole’s Incredible Journey

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The start of every journey is a single step as it helps set the pace and motivates you to step out of your comfort zone. It also builds up your confidence, assisting you in overcoming the many obstacles along the way. For the now-celebrated artist Denim Nicole, this was a step she took 7+ years ago. At the time, Denim was only eleven years old, and it was quite a challenge to penetrate the industry considering the amount of competition in the scene. But Denim did not give up. She has worked her way to the top, becoming one of the fastest-growing young artists. So how did she achieve all this? She shares with us her incredible journey to the top.

Born in Minnesota, Denim has lived all over the US, including Atlanta, New York, Portland, and California, which is how she earned her love for different genres. Denim explains that she has loved and enjoyed listening to music from a young age and that it was everywhere around her. She recalls performing in front of her cousin and grandparents, which fuelled her passion, motivating her to dive deeper and learn more about the industry. This has also motivated her to work on becoming a better artist and touching as many people as she can with her sound.

Having to go through bullying in grade school and struggling to express her emotions, Denim found her escape in music, and she wanted to use her talent to create a safe space for everyone. She says that she aims to write music that is raw and timeless and that helps her relay the intended message perfectly.

As a young artist who has been through numerous challenges, Denim uses her songs to encourage others and spread love and positivity. She shows her listeners that failure is not the end of it all, and there is always a chance to get back up.

When Denim started her journey in the music industry, she had no one to guide her until a family friend listened to her song, “Done With These Bullies,” opening doors for the young dreamer. He realized Denim’s potential, and to help her, the friend introduced Denim to Donn Rob and OzTheWizard, who are well-known producers in the industry, having worked with the likes of Lil Durk, Juice Wrld, and The Kid Laroi.

This was a great experience for Denim, and she had the opportunity to rub shoulders with top artists. However, the excitement didn’t last long as the family friend held Denim’s masters following an unexpected pause in production. Her mom had to foot the bill for her studio recordings, which wasn’t in the original agreement. The label had signed too many artists and gone back on their agreement. The rug had been snatched from under them, but her tenacity and drive to succeed allowed her to overcome this.

She recalls that at one point, they all lived together, her sister, brothers, mother, and the producers, in a two-bedroom apartment that also acted as a studio as they couldn’t afford a bigger space. This is where she recorded her first song, “Gotta Move It,” which was unreleased, but she says this is one of their favorite things to look back on and smile at because this was the beginning of endless bonds. However, after the fallout with the ex-family friend and his refusal to release her music to her and the world took a toll on Denim. She became depressed and unmotivated, especially after losing all her prerecorded music. But Denim chose to fight back.

She worked on herself, investing in her dreams, and she was back in the game within no time. Denim Nicole has written and released several tracks, including her most popular single, “Lemonade,” which was released in August 2018 and has over 80K views on YouTube. She is also looking to release four songs this coming month as she prepares for her “Road to Fame” series.

YGR DJ is Becoming a Mainstream Artist 

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YGR DJ’s is an artist from La, with a refined sound that he classifies as being “energy,” whether that be upbeat energy or a “sad energy,” Mrronwright’s music offers a sense of introspection that resonates with the audience. YGR DJ, has proven his dedication to music as he crafts his sound, as seen in his latest release, “Commitment,” which although, fits his sound and discography, is a result of him “want[ing] to do something different instead of a typical club or twerk song, so [he] decided to do a slow record.” The by-product is a soulful narrative about the theme of commitment. 

“Energy is a great word that I like to use when describing my music to new listeners because although it may be a more chill or bringing or even sad energy that I bring to each song my goal is to move the listener enough to make them a fan,” YGR DJ says. The track is reminiscent of Racin nonchalant slowed-down cadence yet features that “energy” we have come to expect from YGR DJ, featuring an introspective YGR DJ as he sets the mood and glides over the song, delivering smooth vocals that create the perfect vibe for being in your feelings or wanting to smoke and zone out. 

YGR DJ’s sets the right tone for any occasion. With influences like The Weeknd, Asher, Michael Jackson, Chris Brown, and Drake, it is clear where YGR DJ picks up that mesmerizing cadence and flow, studying the greats and refining his sound, and setting the tone for what is to come shortly. His new song “Get Back” is landing him many label offers. Yet, the biggest takeaway he wants his fans to know is that his forthcoming project will be new and exciting.

“I want people to see who I am as an artist through my next album,” he says. “My first album was just to prove I could do it, but this second project is full of emotion and grit.” 

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A Taste Of King Keon’s Music

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King Keon has diverse, melodic, and bar-heavy sounds that have helped him create fantastic music and develop a name for himself. He emphasizes being authentic, which has been reflected in his music. He does not do it for the sake of “clout chasing”. He displays grounded lyrical content, as evident in songs like ‘Holy .’ His pieces incorporate a pulsating introspect that sometimes surpasses his contemporaries. His masterpieces are always in style and stature and are swag-ridden in different aspects and many dimensions. 

King’s music tells his story and depicts what type of person he is. “Kee” comes off as a person who stands on principle and stands in Business. His style of music embodies very smooth and slick production efforts. In many ways, one can draw inspiration from King that resonates with the people of now and generations to come.

The authenticity of his music has made him an automatic addition to numerous playlists nationally and internationally. Major DJs and popular radio stations have jumped behind King’s reign as well.

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Dutch Artist Dabeau Goes Viral After Releasing the New Song, “Alienated”

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Original talent will always find a way to shine. Be it in music or any other field, talent and hard work are a killer combo that makes anyone unstoppable. Dutch artist Dabeau has a similar story. His unique and soulful music needed no label or celebrity endorsement to find an audience. Dabeau rose to fame on TikTok after one of his tracks went viral on the social media platform. Now the artist and music producer is all set to storm the music scene on the internet with his recent release “Alienated”. 

Dabeau is the artist name of Lucas Bontje. The young artist from Amsterdam, Netherlands, discovered his passion for music quite early. He always knew he had a unique voice, which could make him easily distinguishable in the industry. However, his unique voice was the greatest hesitation for Dabeau, who initially feared being different. He lacked self-confidence, thinking that people might not like his voice. This self-doubt became a huge barrier in his career until he decided to give it a try. 

Like any newbie trying to penetrate the music industry, Dabeau took to social media to showcase his skills. He began uploading his music on TikTok and was amazed to see the positive feedback from music enthusiasts all over the world. Within a short period, Dabeau earned loads of recognition on TikTok. His first song went viral, and since then, he has been rolling out back-to-back hits. 

Dabeau is a master of alternative genres. He fearlessly experiments, which is how he discovered his unique style of music. His recent release, “Alienated”, is an electrifying track reflecting his talent as an artist and music producer. The song brings a fresh wave of music that enthralls listeners of all ages. Considering the masterpiece Dabeau has crafted with “Alienated”, it is no surprise that the song received more than 100K streams in the first week. 

“Alienated” paved the way for a successful music career for Dabeau. The artist overcame anxiety, stress, and self-doubt to create music that is touching millions of hearts. Dabeau feels this is just the beginning for him as he has more to offer his fans. Currently popular on TikTok, he wants his music to top charts on several other social media platforms and even on digital streaming sites. 

Dabeau’s gifted voice and his willingness to hone his craft are making him increasingly popular in the music scene. Basking in the success of “Alienated”, he is optimistic about rolling out more unique and fresh music for his fans in the coming years. With back-to-back smash hits, the artist is now more confident than ever in his craft and is committed to bringing something new and enthralling to the audience. 

Standing out in an industry dominated by unique and fresh talents has not been easy for Dabeau. However, his distinct take on an alternative style of music has helped him carve a niche for himself in the music scene and continues to date. Dabeau believes in positivity and wants this energy to be reflected in his music. He wants to inspire young artists with his success and motivate people through his music to chase their passion. Dabeau dreams of taking his voice to the global platform in the coming years to spread more positive energy among people around the world.

Award-Winning Artist DJ Beyond Brings His Elite Energy to Listeners

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Music is a big part of our lives, and whether in the gym, at home, or just walking in the park, it is common to see people listening to music. This is mainly because it is a universal language, and it helps us connect with others and express our emotions. According to Damian Perez, also known as DJ Beyond, this was one of the reasons that pushed him to start his career as a DJ.

He explains that he wanted to use music to share his story and spread love, something he’s been doing for the last two decades. His contagious energy and unique blend of music have enabled DJ Beyond to stay on top of the game even after all these years, with his shows packed to capacity.

DJ Beyond has performed at various clubs and events, including the West Indian-American Day carnivals and New York City Pride parades. He is also one of the DJs at the National Puerto Rican and the Dominican Day parades, DJing there almost every year.

He says that the experience working in the numerous clubs has greatly helped shape his career, paving the way for more opportunities. It’s assisted him in perfecting his skills and understanding his audience better, creating incredible music mixes. DJ Beyond’s work has continued to attract massive attention across NYC, receiving several awards, including the Best Blend DJ award by Urban Mixx Awards.

DJ Beyond has worked with notable artists such as Cardi B, Sean Paul, and Ariana Grande. He has also been featured on several TV shows and has contracts with Hospital for Special Surgery, United Nations, Marriott Hotels, Playboy, Pepsi, and Presidente Beer, among other top brands. As he continues to flourish, DJ Beyond is bringing his elite energy to his listeners and taking club DJing to the next level.

Carl Crawford Blasts Megan Thee Stallion After Resurfaced Video Of Her Dissing 1501 Entertainment Goes Viral  

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Carl Crawford has taken to social media once again to call out Megan Thee Stallion months after filing a countersuit against her in their ongoing legal battle. 

The 1501 Certified Entertainment CEO shared his thoughts on his Instagram stories after an old clip of Meg performing resurfaced online. In it. Megan Thee Stallion raised her middle finger and remained silent instead of rapping the lyrics “I’m the 1501 queen,” dissing her former label.  

Carl Crawford Unleashes On Megan

“See I really be minding my business,” Carl Crawford began before blasting the rapper. “Nah F### U Seahorse!!” he added. 

He then doubled back a short while later to leave another comment. This time Carl Crawford suggested Megan change the name of “Realer,” the song she performed in the clip. 

“Song should be called Faker than Fake,” he declared, suggesting the star is less than authentic.  

Carl Crawford also fired a shot at the Houston native’s manager, T. Farris, whom he blames for the feud between him and Megan. “And F### T. Farris too u b####,” he penned. 

WhenCarl Crawford was accused of having Megan under a terrible contract, he claimed it was all her manager’s fault.  

“This guy [T. Farris] really took advantage of me and her [Megan Thee Stallion],” Crawford explained on The Bootleg Kev Podcast. “People don’t know, that contract had nothing to do with me. This guy T. Farris and her mom did the whole thing. So they do this deal, they bring it to me, they happy with it.” 

Meanwhile, Megan the Stallion and Carl Crawford exchanged shots online earlier this year. The “Savage” hitmaker called out the “greedy men” responsible for her beef with the label after learning Carl Crawford filed a countersuit against her. In turn, Crawford accused her of “playing the victim,” and hiding behind Roc Nation.  

Megan replied, “Carl I don’t wanna be signed to yo pill popping ass!” She also accused him of being a “powder head” and claimed he was the one hiding behind J. Prince.  

The insults continued as Carl Crawford then branded Megan “a bonafide alcoholic” while accusing her of sleeping around.  

The Game Calls Out Dr. Dre For Not Including More West Coast Artists On Super Bowl Halftime Show 

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The Game has opened up about how it felt to be left out of Dr. Dre’s lineup at the iconic L.A.-based Super Bowl halftime performance earlier this year.  

The legendary producer assembled an all-star cast for the 12-minute set, including West Coast artists Snoop Dogg and Kendrick Lamar alongside Eminem, Mary J. Blige, and 50 Cent. During a recent appearance on the I Am Athlete podcast, The Game, whose 2005 debut album The Documentary was produced by Dr. Dre, explained how he felt to be left out by his fellow Compton spitter.

While he was disappointed not to be included in the lineup, The Game was “hurt” Dre didn’t include more L.A.-based performers in the historic show. He believes the West Coast legend should have put on for the artists in his city instead of bringing in performers from elsewhere, no matter how iconic.  

“Outside of myself, I also think that YG should’ve been on the Super Bowl,” The Game began. “If it was a New York Super Bowl you might’ve saw JAY-Z, you might’ve saw Nas, you might’ve saw Mary J. and Fivio Foreign and Alicia Keys….Snoop is an icon, Dre is an icon, Em is an icon — but Em is not from L.A., 50 is not from L.A.” 

The Game Says “I’m Not A Safe Artist”

Furthermore, according to The Game, it wouldn’t have happened in another city.” I’m not taking away from the fact that they were on the Super Bowl, but L.A. n##### wouldn’t have been on a Detroit Super Bowl or New York Super Bowl. It just wouldn’t have happened. I was hurt by that,” he added.  

 The Compton rapper also had something to say about why he was not included in the show. “The real reason I wasn’t on the Super Bowl is because I’m not a ‘safe’ artist….You don’t know what Game gon’ do when he get up there.” 

The Game continued: “They went with the ‘safe’ artists. Snoop Dogg was there because Snoop Dogg is safe, and he a legend. My grandmother knows Snoop! And so do my children.” 

However, while The Game claims he’s not bothered by the snub, he wishes Dre explained the situation to him personally. “I feel like Dre should’ve called and said why. I would’ve understood that because I talk to Dre often.”

He added, “I just know if I was Dre and he was Game, he would’ve been up there. That’s just it, it’s L.A. And I am L.A. I’m in the streets.”  

Nonetheless, The Game maintains he’s no longer bothered by it. Ultimately he dubbed the show “a win for our culture as a whole.” Check out the episode below.

UFFEII’s Ready For His Biggest Year To Date – New Music, Tour

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We all know how literally isolating these times have been, and nothing is more encouraging than a good word. When it comes to showcasing harmony and elevating unity, this is exactly what rising recording artist UFFEII aims to do with his discography. 

Assuming you’re up to date on the music scene, you’ve most likely heard of UFFEII. He is a fast-rising musical artist seamlessly leaving his imprint in the modern music world. Entering 2022, UFFEII continues to push limitations and defy the odds–he’s quickly made a name for himself through original pieces and vetted social media and Spotify presence, which has amassed thousands of followers and fans combined! His recent studio efforts see him probing untapped visionary prospects, mixing unique sounds while remaining true to his roots. He’s young, zealous, passionate and a significant influence on those in his circle. Talents like UFFEII have an innate ability to connect to fans by consciously uniting themes of love, memories and dreamy lyrics (while staying uncompromisingly nuanced) that many find relatable in his music.

UFFEII is gearing up to push some potential records for 2022. He’s dedicated to providing authentic and original content to his audience. His storytelling method takes listeners on a profound journey of reflection and confidence, and his poetry is intelligent.

Creatively, UFFEII has a vault with unreleased records that he’s been meticulously building up for release in the new year–the long-awaited tension has his fans on the edge of their seats–and 2022 is going to be a game-changer for him. Radio hits, aggressive rap cadences and chart-topping singles are flawlessly lined up for UFFEII, separating him from the pack and demonstrating why he deserves all of his flowers.

DJ Quik’s Son Pleads Not Guilty To Murder

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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DJ Quik’s son David Blake Jr. pleaded not guilty to a murder charge on Tuesday (June 14).

Prosecutors accuse Blake Jr. of killing Julio Cardoza on May 25. DJ Quik’s 27-year-old son allegedly shot the victim in Downey, California.

Blake Jr. allegedly got into an altercation with Cardoza that led to gunfire. Authorities say DJ Quik’s son shot the 33-year-old victim from a car and drove away from the scene.

Cardoza suffered multiple gunshot wounds. He died at a local hospital.

Blake Jr. was arrested on May 26. He’s being held on a $2 million bail. His next court hearing is scheduled for June 27.

DJ Quik’s son isn’t the first member of his family to be accused of murder. The West Coast legend’s daughter Davieanna Blake faced a murder charge in connection to the death of her 2-year-old son in 2013.

Her boyfriend Darnell Alvarez, who was the father of her child, beat DJ Quik’s grandson for wetting the bed. The child died after suffering a lacerated liver, internal bleeding and other signs of severe trauma.

Blake and Alvarez were arrested on suspicion of child abuse and first-degree murder. Blake told police she didn’t stop Alvarez from beating their child out of fear of making him more upset.

‘Wendy Williams Show’ To Officially End On June 17

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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The Wendy Williams Show will air its final episode on Friday (June 17).

Debmar-Mercury’s daytime talk show will officially wrap up after its host was absent for the entire 2021-2022 season. Wendy Williams won’t be returning for the finale, but producers plan to air a tribute to her.

“The final original episode of The Wendy Williams Show will air on Friday, June 17th with a video tribute to the iconic host,” a spokesperson told Variety. “The series comes to an end after 13 successful years in syndication.”

Earlier this year, Debmar-Mercury announced it would end The Wendy Williams Show due to her health concerns. A new daytime talk show hosted by Sherri Shepherd will debut in the fall.

“Since Wendy is still not available to host the show as she continues on her road to recovery, we believe it is best for our fans, stations and advertising partners to start making this transition now,” Debmar-Mercury’s co-presidents Mort Marcus and Ira Bernstein said. “We hope to be able to work with Wendy again in the future, and continue to wish her a speedy and full recovery.”

Last month, Wendy Williams vowed to return to television. She also declared she won’t watch Sherri Shepherd’s show.

Juelz Santana Calls Out Lloyd Banks For Verzuz After Snubbing, Ready-To-Go Memphis Bleek

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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Juelz Santana dismissed the idea of battling Memphis Bleek, but he named a potential Verzuz opponent on Tuesday (June 14).

The Dipset rapper challenged Lloyd Banks to a Verzuz battle via Twitter. Juelz Santana also reiterated his disinterest in facing Memphis Bleek.

“I WANT BANKS!!!!” he wrote. “Bleek [too] EZ.”

Memphis Bleek saw Juelz Santana’s Twitter posts and responded hours later.

“Bleek EZ … if you scared say THAT!” Memphis Bleek wrote.

Juelz Santana originally downplayed the possibility of battling Memphis Bleek during an appearance on Drink Champs. The Diplomats member claimed it wouldn’t be a competitive matchup for Verzuz.

“I don’t think he want that,” he said regarding Memphis Bleek. “I don’t even want to say that. He’s gonna want what he wants, but the people don’t want that. I don’t want that. Matter fact, you could have that one … But Bleek good, though. I f### with Bleek. I ain’t taking nothing away from him either, but I just put myself up there.”

Memphis Bleek fired back at Juelz Santana on Twitter, making it clear he was ready for a battle.

“Haaa I love it hope it go down so he’ll see why he can’t feel his face,” Memphis Bleek wrote on June 4. “[Too] much.”

Watch the interview that started the back-and-forth below.

22Gz Arrested For Attempted Murder In New York

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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Brooklyn drill rapper 22Gz was arrested for his alleged involvement in a March shooting.

According to multiple reports, police apprehended 22Gz after he landed at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York on Sunday (June 12). His arrest prevented him from performing at Hot 97’s Summer Jam festival.

22Gz was charged with attempted murder, criminal possession of a weapon, assault and reckless endangerment. Prosecutors accuse him of shooting three people outside of Club Freeze Café and Lounge in Brooklyn on March 6.

All three victims identified 22Gz, whose real name is Jeffrey Alexander, as the shooter. Two of the victims, ages 21 and 29, were hit by bullets in their legs. A 31-year-old man was also struck in the foot.

“This shooting not only wounded the victim but endangered the lives of everyone in a crowded club,” Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez told TMZ. “Senseless gang rivalries fuel much of the gun violence in our communities and I remain committed to vigorously prosecuting anyone who engages in this criminal conduct.”

A grand jury indicted 22Gz on Monday (June 13). His bail was set at $500,000. His attorney Stacey Richman said her client’s expected to post bond on Tuesday (June 14).

“I look forward to evaluating the evidence and to our day in court,” Richman told the New York Daily News.

Jury Selected In Trial Of Man Who Killed Nipsey Hussle

By: Kershaw St. Jawnson Updated Category: News
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A jury has been selected in Eric Ronald Holder Jr.’s trial for the murder of rapper Nipsey Hussle — whose real name was Ermias Joseph Asghedom —in Los Angeles.

Yesterday (June 13th), a Los Angeles County Superior Court judge gave the 12 jurors marching orders, instructing them to return to the courthouse on Wednesday, June 15th.

Justice H. Clay Jacke II also called for six alternate jurors to be chosen if a juror needs to be replaced during the trial, FOX 11 reports.

Judge Jacke, who is presiding over the trial, will hear the defendant’s opening statement regarding his killing of the chart-topping artist in a highly-anticipated trial that has been three years in the making.

As reported by AllHipHop.com, Nipsey Hussle was shot and killed outside of his Marathon clothing store in Hyde Park. 

It is alleged that Eric Holder was mad that Nipsey Hussle embarrassed him publicly by calling him a snitch. Surveillance and cell phone video captured him fatally shooting the father of two.

Holder was arrested on April 2nd, 2019, in the 9000 block of Artesia Boulevard in Bellflower by Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies and has remained in jail since then.

He was indicted for the murder of Nipsey Hussle in May of 2019 and possessing a firearm by a felon. He was also charged with attempted murder and assault with a firearm.