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PETA Takes Issue With Jack Harlow Glamorizing Horseracing In “Churchill Downs” Video

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals organization has turned its attention to Louisville-bred rapper Jack Harlow. PETA issued a statement about Harlow’s new “Churchill Downs” music video featuring Drake.

Jack Harlow filmed the “Churchill Downs” visuals at the 2022 Kentucky Derby on May 7. The Generation Now recording artist also attended the event in his hometown to serve as the Rider Up announcer.

PETA calls on Harlow to donate proceeds from “Churchill Downs” to caring for horses no longer racing. According to the group, the horse racing industry kills 7,500 Thoroughbreds annually.

“Jack Harlow’s glamorized portrayal of horse racing is missing the whips, drugs, and deaths that run rampant in the industry,” says Kathy Guillermo, PETA Senior Vice President.

Kathy Guillermo continues, “Profiting from the abuse of others is never acceptable, and PETA is calling on Jack Harlow to pony up and pay for the care of American Thoroughbreds who would otherwise be shipped to foreign slaughterhouses.”

Jack Harlow dropped his sophomore studio LP, Come Home the Kids Miss You, in May of this year. That album debuted at #3 on the Billboard 200 chart. Harlow’s “First Class” single peaked at #1 on the Hot 100 chart. “Churchill Downs” lives on Come Home the Kids Miss You as well.

Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office Claims “Domestic Situation” Led To Trouble’s Death

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Atlanta-bred rapper Mariel “Trouble” Orr lost his life on June 5. He was 35 years old. The Rockdale County sheriff’s office held a press conference to address Trouble’s death.

Rockdale County Sheriff’s public information officer Jedidia Canty spoke to the media on Sunday. Canty confirmed Trouble died at the Lake St. James Apartments in Conyers due to a single gunshot to the chest.

Atlanta area resident Jamichael Jones, 33, was named as the prime suspect in the shooting. Warrants are out for Jones’s arrest, but he is not in police custody, as of press time.

“Mr. Mariel Orr, which is the victim, was visiting a female friend at the [apartment] complex,” explained Officer Canty. “Mr. Jamichael Jones did know the female, and it was a domestic situation.”

Canty also stated that Trouble did not know Jamichael Jones and authorities do not believe it was a “love triangle” scenario. Jones is likely to face home invasion, aggravated assault, and felony murder charges.

Trouble’s record label, Def Jam, released a statement about the Thug Luv album creator’s passing. The company posted on Instagram, “Our thoughts and prayers are with the children, loved ones, and fans of Trouble. A true voice for his city and an inspiration to the community he proudly represented. RIP Skoob🙏🏾.”

Prior to his death, Trouble released his debut mixtape December 17th in 2011. His discography also contains projects such as 2013’s The Return of December 17th, 2015’s #ZayDidIt, 2016’s Skoobzilla, and 2018’s Edgewood with Ear Drummer Records founder Mike WiLL Made-It.

Young Stoner Life Artist Strick Releases New “Nelly Furtado” Video 

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Many associates of the Young Stoner Life label face RICO charges in Fulton County, Georgia. However, YSL rapper Strick continues to present content for his fans.

Strick dropped the official “Nelly Furtado” music video on June 3. The Svdominik, Three Kind, and SWIRV-produced track is a prelude to the forthcoming The Machine Vol. 3 mixtape.

“‘Nelly Furtado’ is just a super fun record, It’s exciting,” says Strick. “I created it in the moment and had the vibe of the nostalgia of all the old classic records that used to just go off in the club and keep people dancing and in a good mood.”

The Machine Vol. 3 will follow 2019’s The Machine Vol. 1 and The Machine Vol. 2. The North Carolina-born rhymer also released his Strick Land project in 2021. He also appeared on YSL’s 2021 compilation album, Slime Language 2, which opened at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart.

Strick collaborated with Idris Elba, Lancey Foux, Gunna, Young Thug, and more artists for The Machine Vol. 3. This comes after Strick Land featured Thug, Gunna, Nav, Swae Lee, A$AP Rocky, Kid Cudi, Skepta, Ty Dolla $ign, Kaash Paige, and Ice Prince.

Lizzo, Jack Harlow & Bad Bunny Curate ‘Summertime Sounds’ Playlists

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Apple Music recruited several high-profile recording artists to put together playlists for the season. Lizzo, Jack Harlow, Bad Bunny, Diplo, Calvin Harris, and more revealed their respective Summertime Sounds collection.

“Grab your tequila,” Lizzo told Apple Music. “And have fun at my summer house party!”

The R&B/Pop vocalist continued, “[My favorite summertime memory growing up] definitely had to have been family reunions in Detroit. We always had them at the park and we’d have them around August/September time. I remember playing games like volleyball and eating good food.”

Lizzo’s Summer House Party playlist includes tracks by herself, Rihanna, Destiny’s Child, Harry Styles, Kendrick Lamar, Doja Cat, TLC, Khia, The Weeknd, SZA, and others.

“Summertime is all about living life fully,” says Jack Harlow. “Those trips you planned months ago, reunited with the friends who suddenly became less occupied. Bright colors, lots of skin, Jeep Wrangler without the doors, you know? The American Dream.”

Harlow’s Summer Score playlist features songs by himself, Future, Lil Durk, EST Gee, Slum Village, Bryson Tiller, Beyoncé, Drake, The Weeknd, Kanye West, SZA, J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Lucky Daye, and more.

“I made this selection based on songs I listened to during summer 2021 and other random songs that bring back memories from other summers of my life,” explained Bad Bunny. “I hope you get to enjoy these songs and that you create special moments that turn into beautiful memories.”

Bunny’s Veranito playlist contains records by himself, Bob Marley, MGMT, Drake, Rauw Alejandro, J Balvin, Fat Joe, Calvin Harris, Dua Lipa, Burna Boy, and several Spanish-speaking acts.

3 Top Things Every Musician Must Do to Unwind & Reconnect, As Per Hitmaker David Spearman

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Fame, fandom, and success give artists a high and motivate them to keep grinding. However, as per David Spearman, the grind can take a toll on a musician’s physical and emotional health. “Long schedules, extended jam sessions, and late-night studio rehearsals are what makes a day in the life of a musician. The grind is worth every minute spent; however, artists must take time to unwind and reconnect with their inner self to keep thriving,” states the Firebrand hitmaker. Here’s what you can do to keep your sanity and stay put amidst all the hustle the industry demands. 

  1. Sleep 

“Every other musician is sleep-deprived. However, sleep is essential for artists to stay creative and take their performance to the next level,” says David Spearman. Aim for at least six to eight hours of uninterrupted sleep. It gives your brain the time to recuperate and heal. It is best to switch off your digital gadgets and put a “Do Not Disturb” message outside your room. “Furthermore, know when to quit using digital devices and call it a day to recharge your batteries,” adds David Spearman. 

   2. Take a Break 

Set aside time every three to six months to take a break and indulge in pastimes unrelated to your musical career. It could be river rafting, mountain biking, or even visiting Disney Land with your little folks. “The key is to take a break mentally, physically, and emotionally to give yourself time to wind down and look at life from a different prism altogether,” says David Spearman. 

   3. Fitness First 

“Put fitness first,” quips David Spearman. A fit body is indispensable for a creative mind. The endorphins released during physical training reduce stress levels enormously and give you the much-needed pump every day. “Whether it is cardio, weight training, or a morning jog, all that matters is that you’re active and alive,” concludes David Spearman. 

Cops Arrest Man On Suspicion Of Murdering U.K. Rapper Hypo During Queen’s Jubilee Party

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A man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering rapper Lamar “Hypo” Jackson, who was fatally stabbed at a party in East London on Friday (Jun. 3). 

Hypo was attacked while attending a street party celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee after a fight broke out. Cops say he was then stabbed in front of a “large number of people,” some of whom recorded the incident on their phones.  

Police and ambulance services were called to the attack shortly after midnight on Friday when they discovered the 39-year-old rapper suffering from stab wounds. Hypo was pronounced dead at the scene, despite the best efforts of paramedics to revive him.

Cops Charge Man With Hypo’s Murder 

Detectives investigating the murder confirmed they arrested 32-year-old Laurie John-Phillip the following day (Jun. 4) in connection with the attack on Hypo. He is charged with murder and possession of a bladed article and will appear in court on Monday, June 6. 

Metropolitan Police Detective Chief Inspector Laurence Smith called for any potential witnesses to come forward. “This man was attacked at a party,” he said in a statement. “We know that a large number of people would have been in attendance.”  

He continued, “I would urge anyone who is yet to speak with us to come forward and let us know what you saw. It is possible that events leading up to the stabbing, and perhaps the murder itself, was captured on people’s phones. Please take a look and call us. It is vital that we establish what happened.” 

Hypo shared the moments leading up to the party on his Instagram Story and later posted footage from the event.  

Tributes flooded in on social media after the tragic news was announced. The rapper has released popular songs over the years, and he dated the singer Emeli Sandé for about a year before splitting in 2017. 

Kevin Gani – New Project Due This Fall – Talks of Forbes Featured Brand Partnership

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: Music News
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It can certainly be difficult for musicians to stand out from the crowd within the constantly growing global music industry, however, Bongani Gaone Sehunelo, better known as Kevin Gani, differs from most… thriving as a musician in the industry while pursuing academic and entrepreneurial excellence. He was born in Botswana and raised in multiple countries around the world, from Kansas City United States to Russia, Germany, and the United Kingdom where he currently resides.

Each of these locations significantly contributed to Gani’s musical taste, fuelling his creativity to express himself within multiple genres. Currently based in London, Gani has an extraordinary and multi-faceted musical and entrepreneurial career path – he is undoubtedly a name to remember. 

Jupiter Rising – Latest Upcoming Project

Gani’s upcoming project “Jupiter Rising” is due to be released later this fall. An immersive E.P fuelled by Lo-fi sonics guaranteed to induce a state of euphoria! What we know so far is that this will be an independent project inspired by recent events in Gani’s life – “There’s just been so much that has happened, and I just really wanted to express myself through the creation of these songs, and I just know that most people who’re like me, will relate.”

Gani goes on to state “I’ve always wanted to give back and contribute my own personal material to the music scene and this project is really the genesis of that… There are currently plenty of unheard gems in the vault, and I can’t wait till they’re all released!” This project is definitely one to keep an eye out for! In the meantime, you can keep up with him via his Instagram page – @KevinGani

The GiveBack

In a recent interview with the Grey Journal, Gani was asked about giving back to the community and why it’s important to him:

Grey Journal – “In what ways do you give back to the community? Why is it important for you?”

“I always try to help the upcoming producers in less fortunate positions, who actually reach out to me for advice or general guidance regarding starting off their music production careers. The reason this is so important to me is that that is something I would have loved to have when I started… it really took me a long time to connect the dots on the does and don’ts when starting out, general studio session etiquette, and so forth. It only takes a moment for me to share my personal experiences, which may just be what that young producer needs to hear and understand to really take their grind to the next level and actually thrive in the music industry.”

Seasoned Musician 

From his youth, Kevin Gani was heavily inspired by the likes of Dr. Dre along with all the in-house Aftermath talent that emerged as a product of Dre. He was later influenced by the younger giants such as Boi 1da, Oz, Noah 40 Shebib, and most of the production talent that aided in the formulation of the OVO sound, artistically spearheaded by Drake. While the focus has been on his music, Gani has likewise established himself as a skilled producer, collaborating with a variety of artists from around the world, such as his recent collaborations on Bugzy Malone’s latest album which is now on the UK’s Official Charts Top 10. Gani understands the importance of learning from others and uses these collaborations to expand his skillset and develop relationships in the industry. 

Co-Owner Of A Forbes Featured Vodka Brand

kamō™ , Co-Owned by Kevin Gani, is a super-premium vodka brand, filtered 9 times and distilled 7 times, the unique taste and character of their liquid is a celebration of research, technique, and ingredients. ˈkamō™ premium vodka is made with 100% natural ingredients, hand crafted and batch distilled giving you a superior quality vodka.

In September 2021 the vodka’s received the MASTERS medal at the prestigious Global Vodka Masters 2021 held in London. The Global Vodka Masters competition is judged blind by some of the finest palates in the industry, including educators and bartenders. Kamo was later featured in Forbes Magazine in a list of “The World’s Best Vodkas”.

Furthermore, Gani is also a member of the exclusive Entrepreneur Leadership Network, which educates millions of entrepreneurs worldwide. The network has been around for over 40 years and provides content for small businesses, helping them source, manage and grow their company. Entry into this network is highly sought-after and only awarded after an application and interview with a select committee.  Gani understands the importance of giving back and shares his experience with others as much as he can.

Find out more about Kevin Gani on: 

Website: www.KevinGani.com
Instagram: @KevinGani
Facebook Page: kevingani.production
Facebook Profile: @IamKevinGani
Twitter: @KevinGaniMusic

Eric Walsh: From Humble Beginnings to Becoming a Household Name in Music

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: Music News
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Like many musicians, Eric Walsh comes from humble beginnings. No one handed him his success, he worked for it. As music is a passion and calling, he had significant motivation on his journey to becoming a household name. He didn’t choose this career path, it chose him, and Walsh realizes there was no other option than to make a living as a musician.

Eric has not lost his sense of self on this journey. If anything, music has helped keep him in check with himself. He hits the gym hard to stay healthy, makes time for friends, adores his German Shepherd Holly, and deeply appreciates his band Authority Zero. All in all, Eric is the same good guy he has always been but making it in the world he loves has made him a better person.

In fact, Walsh portrays himself as utterly human. He will not shy away from the times he has goofed (not his word) up or battled what he calls the “Thor of colds” in order to keep working on a new song. He insists on always making time for fitness but does not deprive himself of burritos and macadamia nut pancakes. If anything, he seems like a cool guy to hang out with.

While musicians can be regarded as conceited, Eric is anything but. He has genuine affection for his friends and family plus a great sense of humor! If you don’t believe us, check out his Instagram feed @ericwalshy. The Halloween pics alone are worth it, but the bunny ear sneakers are just as creative. Want to see the soft side of this rocker-the image of him holding an adorable koala is sure to touch even the hardest of hearts.

AishBeatz Lists 3 Daily Practices for Musicians To Bring Down Stress Levels & Thrive

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: Uncategorized
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Fame, fandom, and success give artists a high and motivate them to keep grinding. However, as per AishBeatz, the grind can take a toll on a musician’s physical and emotional health. “Long schedules, extended jam sessions, and late-night studio rehearsals are what makes a day in the life of a musician. The grind is worth every minute spent; however, artists must take time to unwind and reconnect with their inner self to keep thriving,” states the Firebrand hitmaker. Here’s what you can do to keep your sanity and stay put amidst all the hustle the industry demands. 

  1. Sleep 

“Every other musician is sleep-deprived. However, sleep is essential for artists to stay creative and take their performance to the next level,” says AishBeatz. Aim for at least six to eight hours of uninterrupted sleep. It gives your brain the time to recuperate and heal. It is best to switch off your digital gadgets and put a “Do Not Disturb” message outside your room. “Furthermore, know when to quit using digital devices and call it a day to recharge your batteries,” adds AishBeatz. 

  2. Take a Break 

Set aside time every three to six months to take a break and indulge in pastimes unrelated to your musical career. It could be river rafting, mountain biking, or even visiting Disney Land with your little folks. “The key is to take a break mentally, physically, and emotionally to give yourself time to wind down and look at life from a different prism altogether,” says AishBeatz. 

  3. Fitness First 

“Put fitness first,” quips AishBeatz. A fit body is indispensable for a creative mind. The endorphins released during physical training reduce stress levels enormously and give you the much-needed pump every day. “Whether it is cardio, weight training, or a morning jog, all that matters is that you’re active and alive,” concludes AishBeatz. 

I Treat Music as My First Love Rather than My Career, Says Zephirah Blue

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: Music News
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When she sits down to make music, Zephirah Blue says that it feels like coming home. Zephirah Blue notes that the high of music production is addictive. When a session nears, sweet tangled-up thoughts flood the mind. Penning them means having those thoughts flow through hands moving feverishly fast, trying to keep up with strings of entangled, abstract words, every one of which is waiting to be unentangled and bled onto paper.

To those other than musical prodigies, this process might seem baffling to the point of crazy or even scary. But to the artist, this is just how genius is born. Every lyric is another lightning bolt of an idea captured at the right moment and, like vibrant paint, splashed onto a canvas to create art that would be admired for decades to come. Marvelling at Zephirah Blue’s music, fans say that Zephirah Blue has a way of speaking directly to each one of them, making them feel seen and heard.

Music is cathartic to not Zephirah Blue’s fans but to all those that listen in. When the ‘Figment of Hope’ hitmaker sits down for a production session, it feels like one disappears into another realm entirely. Such is the power of good music, Zephirah Blue points out – it has the potential to transform you and take you places you had never seen. Music elicits strong, often repressed, emotions, Zephirah Blue says. To her, her art acts not just as impetus but also, and more importantly, as an outlet.

Treating music like a first love instead of a highly successful career allows Zephirah Blue to continue creating more hits.  Zephirah Blue says life feels so much sweeter, even at times when it’s hardly so. Even after all the fame and millions of fans, to Zephirah Blue, music is still the tender love she first met at a young age. And if that is what it takes to keep making more hits like the critically-acclaimed hit ‘Figment of Hope’, fans are ready to be put in second place on Zephirah Blue’s list of soulmates!

Boosie Badazz Learns He’s Not A Grandfather; Blasts Family For Allegedly “Kidnapping” Baby  

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Boosie Badazz is celebrating after discovering he is not a grandfather after his son was caught up in a “conspiracy for the ages” when he was told he fathered a son with an ex-girlfriend. 

However, an ecstatic Boosie revealed that his 18-year-old son, who goes by Tootie Raw, is not the father. The Louisiana native took to Instagram to share his good news. 

“Just found out that ain’t my son’s baby!” Boosie exclaimed in the clip. “I’m not a grandpa! Oh lawd! They done kidnapped somebody’s baby, brought it down there like it was my grandchild. Oh you going down baby!,” He added, “Oh lawd! Oh f###### right! Errybody comin’ to the club tonight. I’m giving everybody free drinks. I ain’t no f#####’ grandpa! […] Oh they goin’ down!” 

Boosie Badazz then questioned everyone involved in the situation, accusing some of faking documentation.  

“Oh what the f###!? Why would you do that!? The mom and everybody — oh lord. This is the conspiracy for the ages. Thank you Jesus. Thank you Jesus. Whooo! Great day. And where the company at who made the fake birth certificate? Where’s the company? I want your company!” 

He also shared numerous photos of the child alongside a copy of the DNA test. He included a message from a woman claiming to be the baby’s real aunt and posted a picture of the alleged parents.  

“The things these women do these days is CRAZY,” Boozie Badazz said in the caption. “My son has had the most stressful year of his life because of this situation. ok yall wanna do this too my son bet n the moma of the daughter the worst. Last pic is real mother n father.” 

Boosie Badazz Celebrates

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When Boosie discussed the alleged pregnancy during an appearance on The Breakfast Club last year, he said he didn’t believe it. Furthermore, he accused his son’s then-girlfriend Ramya of attempting to “trap” his son. 

However, while he accused the girl of faking her pregnancy using a prosthetic baby bump, he laid the blame on her mother. 

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Benzino Blasts 50 Cent Over Online Antics “Is There An Insecurity Issue?” 

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Benzino has spoken about his online feud with 50 Cent and questioned the rappers’ online antics, suggesting he’s insecure. 

The former co-owner of The Source spoke exclusively to AllHipHop about the beef and revealed his disappointment when his daughter became caught up in it.  

Benzino claimed that while ‘people f### with Zino for whatever reason,” the same cannot be said about 50 Cent. He suggested Fiddy needs to reflect on how he conducts himself instead of “trying to embarrass somebody” or “make someone look bad. Is this what you want to do for the rest of your life?” Zino questioned.  

He then reflected on the multimedia mogul’s online behavior asking, “Is there an insecurity issue?” Benzino said 50 Cent likes to “pick on people you know through the internet,” but added, “I’m not built like that.” 

50 Cent Trolls Benzino Over Transgender Actress

50 Cent has trolled Benzino on multiple occasions, most recently suggesting he had a sexual relationship with transgender actress Shauna Brooks. Fiddy has been relentless in his pursuit of Teairra Marí, clowning her over their legal dispute.

This weekend it was Madonna’s risqué selfies that once again caught the eye of the G Unit boss. He took to Instagram to share a pic of the pop superstar posing for the camera.  

@50 Cent Instagram

“I hope she didn’t make her kids take this picture,” 50 Cent trolled in the caption. “LOL at 63 somebody tell her to chill out please.” 

A furious Benzino blasted 50 Cent after the rapper turned TV producer offered Zino’s daughter Coi Leray a role in one of his productions. “You crossed a line with my kid,” he said at the time. He also added that his daughter’s obvious “disloyalty” will lead to “her downfall.”  

When asked if he ruined his chances to get his show through Fiddy’s Green Light Gang, Benzino referred to 50 Cent’s offer to Coi Le Ray. He told AllHipHop his daughter’s response to 50 Cent was “disappointing,” and said he “was taught loyalty … no matter what.”

He added “I wouldn’t think that my own blood would even be capable of that.”

Check out the interview in full below.  

Pusha T Pays Tribute To Pharrell: “You Taught Me Everything” 

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Pusha T welcomed Pharrell to the stage this weekend during his performance at the Novo in Los Angeles for his It’s Almost Dry Tour on Saturday night (Jun. 4). He paid tribute to his long-time collaborator, whom he said, kickstarted his rap career. 

“Without Pharrell, there is no ‘It’s Almost Dry’,” Pusha T said to the audience. “He brought a whole different dynamic to my album, Man I love you, bro, for everything, always. You brought me in this game, you taught me everything! Everything! Clothes, dressing, what you want? You did it. Real s###, no lie.” 

His fellow Virginia native also paid tribute to his high school friend, congratulating him on scoring his first No. 1 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart. 

“Man, I am just so proud of my brother,” Pharrell began, praising Pusha T. “He’s been doing this for over 20-years. Number one album in the country. Everybody has been talking about it, y’all know this is the best one. Thank you for being so supportive all these years. And you gotta know when it comes to real masterpieces, when you know you really got one, that’s the thing you say, ‘its almost dry,’.” 

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After giving each other their flowers, the pair performed some of their joint hits during the show. Pusha T and Pharrell opened the set with “Neck & Wrist,” their recent collaboration with Jay-Z. Check it out below. 

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King Push celebrated topping the charts for the first time ever after It’s Almost Dry moved an estimated 55,000 total album-equivalent units in its first week to land the top spot. “We all can’t be number 1 at the same time,” Pusha T penned on Twitter shortly after Billboard announced the numbers. “This week it’s mine…😎 Thank you to all,” he added.   

Jennifer Lopez Tears Up Accepting Generation Award At 2022 MTV Movie & TV Awards 

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An emotional Jennifer Lopez broke down in tears as she received the Generation Award at the 2022 MTV Movie & TV Awards on Sunday evening (Jun. 5). 

The multi-hyphenate who got her start in the industry as one of the Fly Girls on the sketch-comedy show “In Living Color” reflected on how “blessed” she has been in her career.  

“Since you cannot create truth unless you’ve really lived it, I have a different kind of list of thank-yous tonight,” she said. “I want to thank all the people who gave me this life. I want to thank the people who gave me joy and the ones who broke my heart. The one who were true and the one who lied to me. I want to thank true love, and I want to thank the way that I lied to myself, because that’s how I knew that I had to grow.”  

“I want to thank disappointment and failure for teaching me to be strong,” she continued. “And my children for teaching me to love.” After a brief pause, a tearful Jennifer Lopez continued, “I want to thank all the people who told me — to my face or when I wasn’t in the room — that I couldn’t do this. I really don’t think I could have done it without you.”  

Jennifer Lopez Thanks Her “Ride Or Die”

 Jennifer Lopez also reserved a special thank you to her manager Benny Medina. “If there’s one person who believed in me from the beginning, from the first time I played him a raggedy little demo of a song that I had I wrote that day, he never let me stopped believing in myself. It was him.” 

She added, “There were times so low, I think I kept going more for you than for myself. You are the true meaning of ride or die.”  

Finally, she left instructions for her family including her fiancé, Ben Affleck who did not attend the event with her. “And Ben and everybody at home, wait for me to have dinner, I’ll be home at 7,” she concluded. Check it out below.

 

Upcoming Rapper HYMN. Drops Visual For New Track ‘ICEE’ 

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Independent hip hop artist HYMN. has been making music since he was in high school. While he didn’t take his career all that seriously early on, the artist has been paving his own way in the music industry. 
With a past full of trauma and difficult family situations, HYMN. has a chip on his shoulder to be the biggest next-up artist. Unique flows and social media presence outside of music have helped foster the artist’s growth in a short amount of time. 

Most recently, HYMN. made his return to the spotlight with a music video for his newest single ‘ICEE’. The creative sets the scene in the snowy mountains of California, showing how lit he can get on the slopes. Beautiful women, a crazy party scene, and energized performance shots fill the video from beginning to end. HYMN.‘s goal was to bring his upbeat track to life, and he did just that. 

Watch the video for ‘ICEE’ here: 



How Artist Mischiff Is Making His Way To The Top

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NY-native and multi-faceted artist Mischiff is making new waves throughout the industry as he showcases his talents and personality through all his projects. He became a DJ early on at 14 years old, which is how he was introduced to the music world and fell in love with entertainment.

He didn’t always see himself as a writer or recording artist, though he quickly got into producing, which led to songwriting and eventually hopping in the booth to record tracks of his own. He started releasing music early on SoundCloud and was simultaneously putting out travel videos on Instagram. This combination of content really helped him in his career, and he’s been building a loyal fan base ever since.

Bringing a different perspective to the space, Mischiff takes a light-hearted and fun approach to all that he does. Plus, he is bilingual, so he’s able to effortlessly switch back and forth from English to Spanish and create hits in either language.

Up ahead, Mischiff plans to continue working on his craft, releasing songs, and collaborating with major players. He teases that many of these are already in the works, but fans will have to wait and see to find out which major artists he’s working with.

To hear more from Mischiff and stay up-to-date on his latest projects, you can check him out at the following links: https://linktr.ee/mischiff

Kim Kardashian Says Pete Davidson Is Great Because He Takes Care Of Her Pimples

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Kim Kardashian is impressed by her new boyfriend Pete Davidson, and his tender heart and considerate ways.

In episode eight of Hulu show “The Kardashians,” the reality TV star opened up about her new boyfriend, whom she met on the set of “Saturday Night Live” (“SNL”) last October.

Kim revealed that Pete is very caring, and even puts acne cream on her face when she is sleeping.

“I had this big pimple on my nose and I kept on complaining about this pimple,” the 41-year-old recounted. “One thing that we seriously have in common is we’re obsessed with skincare and dermatologists and, literally, beauty products. I fell asleep at 8:30, I was so tired. I woke up in the morning with dried pimple medicine on my nose. He put it on for me in my sleep because he knew. He knew that I really needed it to go away.”

Elsewhere in the episode, Kim revealed Machine Gun Kelly’s fiance Megan Fox was stunned to learn Kim Kardashian was dating Pete Davidson.

Megan Fox was amazed to find out Kim Kardashian was officially dating Pete Davidson. As part of a confessional, Kim revealed that Megan had texted her to confirm the news was true.

“After we got together, and it was a thing, Megan Fox texted me and was like, ‘Is this s**t for real?'” she recalled, adding that the “Jennifer’s Body” actress told her that Pete had “asked me for your number months ago” but she advised her friend not to bother.

“(Megan told Pete), ‘Dude, you have a better shot of, like, me and (her fiancé) Machine Gun Kelly getting eaten by crocodiles than you ever getting her number. It’s never going to happen. Do not ask us.'”

As part of divorce proceedings from husband Kanye West, Kim was declared legally single in March.

A$AP Rocky Says New Album Is On The Way

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A$AP Rocky has hinted his upcoming album will have a more “polished” sound.

The rapper released his third studio album back in May 2018, with the record featuring guest appearances from the likes of Frank Ocean and Kid Cudi.

A$AP Rocky, real name Rakim Mayers, has indicated his next album will be released this year, and in an interview for Dazed, shared that it is “more of a concept project.”

“I’m wrapping up the new album now; I’ve been shooting so many visuals for it,” A$AP Rocky commented. “I don’t want to be cliché or sound like a salesman, but I’ve pushed myself to the limit on everything. Going from that industrial, subversive sound from Testing and then graduating with a more polished sound… I just like where it is.”

A$AP Rocky also noted that he has been listening to a lot of hip-hop music as well as ’60s rock classics, including music from The Rolling Stones, The Monkees, Jimi Hendrix, and James Brown.

And despite rumors, the star that the album is going to be titled All Smiles.
“I never publicly said that my album was called All Smiles! That one is more of a concept project, it’s music and more,” the 33-year-old added.

Denzel Washington Pulled Strings To Austin Butler Starring Role In “Elvis”

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Denzel Washington called Baz Luhrmann to recommend Austin Butler for the lead role in “Elvis.”

The Oscar-winning actor worked with Butler on the 2018 Broadway production of Eugene O’Neill’s “The Iceman Cometh.”

In an interview for British GQ, Luhrmann revealed that Washington had been so impressed by Butler’s work ethic on the production that he decided to contact the filmmaker to ask him to consider getting the rising star to audition for the Elvis Presley biopic back in 2019.

“I get a phone call out of the blue from Denzel Washington, who I did not know,” the “Moulin Rouge!” director recalled. “Denzel Washington just said, in the most incredibly emotional and direct way, ‘Look, I’ve just been on stage with this young actor. I’m telling you, his work ethic is unlike anything I’ve ever seen. I’ve never seen anyone who devotes every single second of their lives to perfecting a role.'”

In response, Butler noted that he was thrilled to have the ongoing support of one of his acting heroes.

“I was so grateful for that,” the 30-year-old smiled. “He didn’t call me beforehand, he didn’t call me after. It was this generous thing that he just did.”

“Elvis,” also starring Tom Hanks, Luke Bracey, Gary Clark Jr., and Kodi Smit-McPhee, opens in cinemas on June 24th.

NXTFRIDAY Creates Music that Speaks to the Soul, Over Dark Trap Drums

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For NXTFRIDAY, music is his life story, everything you hear in his music comes from something he has seen or been through. Growing up, music was his escape. The way he expressed himself while sharing his story, in hopes others could relate one day was brilliant.

When Friday was first starting out, during one of his performances, he was so nervous after smoking a blunt, that he got up there and killed it but then forgot some of his lyrics as he was too out of it. The lesson he learned from that was to always practice and come prepared. “Music is the energy we can hear,” he quotes. It’s all about the vibe and message you put out there.

Friday stands out alone from his unique auto-tuned voice to his brown boy-long-haired image, he has already amassed a large following online. Through his sound and influence, we have already seen a number of artists trying to adopt pieces from his style. He doesn’t try to portray a “certain image”, he simply doesn’t care and just wants to make music people can vibe to while doing what he loves.

He also recommends the best way to thrive and not “burn out”, was by taking your time. Like the great Nipsey Hustle one said, “this is a marathon, not a sprint,” set goals and take things day by day. You’ll eventually reach a milestone where you’ll see your progress and how far you’ve come. 

None of us are able to achieve success without some help along the way. For him, if it wasn’t for his family’s support and his friends, he wouldn’t be here today. They pushed him to keep going when things got dark and he is forever grateful to have such genuine people that believe in him and share his vision.

He creates music that speaks to the soul, over dark trap drums you can still vibe with, touching on heartbreaks and losses you can hear the young Kanye influence in his sound. Friday quotes “If I can change at least one person’s life through my music then my job is completed.” 

To know more about NXTFRIDAY, head to Soundcloud, Spotify, Instagram, and TikTok