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KNOW YA HIP HOP: Roxanne Shanté, RUNDMC, Big Daddy Kane And More

By: Kershaw St. Jawnson Updated Category: Exclusives
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On November 2, 2021, the Universal Hip Hop Museum and AllHipHop.com are set to celebrate Hip Hop History Month by highlighting Roxanne Shanté, one of the most prolific emcees of her generation.

ROXANNE SHANTÉ

In 1984, a 14-year-old girl named Roxanne Shanté burst onto the Hip-Hop landscape and changed the way that female emcees were seen by the world. Consider the “Mother of the Juice Crew,” who has made history in a number of ways: She is the first female rapper to put a whole collective on in rap history, and her song “Roxanne Revenge” spawned over 100 reaction songs.

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In addition to “The Have A Nice Day” rapper, UHHM and AllHipHop.com are sharing with fans a flyer from this day 24 years ago, featuring those fedora-wearing dudes from Hollis.

OLD SCHOOL TOUR FEATUING RUN DMC, BIG DADDY KANE, DOUG E. FRESH AND THE LATE BIZ MARKIE AT THE ATRIUM, 1997

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On Sunday, November 2, 1997, the Old School Tour arrived at the Atrium in Stone Mountain, Georgia. Billed as “The Kings of Rock,” RUN-DMC brought Hip-Hop music into the mainstream, ushering a new street feel in rap music like never before. They were the first group to achieve a gold album with “Run-D.M.C”. (1984), a platinum album with “King of Rock” (1985), and the first multi-platinum Hip-Hop album ever with the chart-topping “Raising Hell” (1986). Hip-Hop legends Doug E. Fresh, Biz Markie (RIP), and Big Daddy Kane also performed with the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers.

This “Know Ya History” Moment has been brought to you through the partnership between AllHipHop.com and UHHM. Click here to find out more information about the museum and make a monetary donation for the important work that they do.

Skodi Turns Heads With Epic NYC Rolling Loud Performance, New Single “Back”

By: Jake Crates Updated Category: Music
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After a head turning performance at Rolling Loud, Skodi is officially on our radar. In the words of the late great Notorious B.I.G, “If you don’t know now ya know,” because she has a chance to be one of the more popular names in rap over the next few years.

“Raised in Miami after moving from Jersey, Skodi developed a diverse auditory palette from what was played in her childhood home. Her mother was a DJ spinning Chicago house and disco throughout the days, which opened Skodi’s young ears to the beauty of all different types of music” Skodi’s bio reads.

But don’t let any aspect of Skodi’s appearance or style sway your thoughts on her overall sound – she is an all out rapper. With a dark style, knockin beats and an ability to spit real bars, there’s no telling how far her music takes Skodi. We need alternative voices in rap music today and this is one that has a chance to travel a long way.

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GRAMMY Museum Conversations: Nas and Hit-Boy Reveal How Frank Ocean Brought Them Together

What Made Fetty Wap Allegedly Turn To Drug Game?

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: Rumors
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Fetty Wap.

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Fetty Wap is looking at life in jail at the time of this writng. Here is the report for those that do not know what is going on:

Fetty Wap was arrested in New York at Citi Field yesterday (October 28th) just before his set at Rolling Loud for his role in a drug conspiracy that spanned from New Jersey to Long Island, New York. According to an indictment out of Central Islip, New York, the rapper and five other men are accused of distributing at least 100 kilos of controlled substances. Among those charged in the conspiracy is a New Jersey correctional officer named Anthony Leonardi and his brother Robert Leonardi. Brian Sullivan and KeVaughn Wiggins are the other two men accused of distributing and possessing controlled substances. Five of the defendants are also charged with using firearms and connection with drug trafficking.

So here is the rumor. I am hearing that – evidenced by the Rolling Loud show – Fetty Wap had no shortage of shows that he could have gotten paid off of. My source tells me he was actually turning down s I hows for money. I am not sure why he was turning down shows, but it was INFERRED TO ME that he had other sources of income. Here is the problem: bro is a pretty big star with a very distinguishable trait: that missing eye. This is not fact at all, but what these journalism streets are saying. I am hoping none of it is true, because Fetty Wap is now looking at LIFE in jail and that is not what’s up. Folks nearby are asking for prayers for the New Jersey homie, because this is a FED CASE…and you already know. The Feds have like a 95% conviction rate. It ain’t looking good. Hoping he simply got caught up in some mess and will get out of it! He got kids and loved ones, but if he was doing what he is accused of…it may all be for nothing.

LGBTQ Organization Forgives DaBaby & Backs The Rapper’s NYC Performance

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Jonathan “DaBaby” Kirk spent several weeks dealing with the fallout from his HIV/AIDS comments at Rolling Loud Miami in July. DaBaby appears to be back in the good graces of at least one LGBTQ group following his on-stage diatribe at the music festival.

According to TMZ, Relationship Unleashed CEO Gwendolyn D. Clemons believes DaBaby learned a lot about the LGBTQ community and the HIV/AIDS crisis since his statement over the summer. RU also approved of the North Carolina-bred rapper’s recent appearance at Rolling Loud New York.

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[Relationship Unleashed] gave [DaBaby] a history lesson of sorts and educated the guy … including how HIV/AIDS affects people in his native Charlotte, NC — something Clemons thinks resonated with DaBaby, whom she believes did not understand what he was saying. Clemons says DaBaby was coming from a place of ignorance, but she says now he gets it …  and that’s why Relationship Unleashed can cosign his latest Rolling Loud cameo, and others to come.

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Several music festivals pulled DaBaby from their respective lineups because the Interscope recording artist allegedly failed to record an apology video that would play before his performances. This came after DaBaby offered a public mea culpa for his rhetoric before quickly walking back those apologies.

Three months after Rolling Loud Miami, DaBaby showed up at Rolling Loud New York as a special guest during Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson’s set. 50 Cent was an outspoken supporter of DaBaby before he found himself in the weeks-long AIDS/HIV and LGBTQ controversy.

Previously, 50 Cent addressed the situation DaBaby found himself in as a result of his offensive words in Miami. The G-Unit boss explained that the 29-year-old “Suge” rhymer is still relatively new at being a star and he is possibly unaware of what comes with that position.

“There’s nobody that tells you, ‘Now you’re being held to these mainstream standards. You can’t say and do these different things,'” stated 50 Cent. “[DaBaby] didn’t have a publicist involved. That’s why the response took so long. Even his apologies… the first apology attempt at it is what made it worse.”

Louisiana rapper Boosie Badazz, who has also been accused of being homophobic, took a different approach than 50 Cent when commenting on DaBaby supposedly being “canceled” by the LGBTQ community and their allies. Boosie suggested DaBaby did not say anything wrong and that “them people” bullied the Blame It on Baby album creator.

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French Montana Revisits Health Scare With ‘They Got Amnesia’ Album Cover

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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French Montana harkened back to a difficult time in his life for his new album cover.

The veteran rapper shared the cover art for his upcoming They Got Amnesia LP on Monday. The artwork features a recreation of a hospital photo from his health scare in 2019.

“’THEY GOT AMNESIA’ THE ALBUM NOVEMBER 12,” he wrote on Instagram. “GRATEFUL TO BE HERE TO TELL MY STORY. 2 YEARS AGO THIS SAME DAY I WAS IN ICU FIGHTING FOR MY LIFE. LOSS OF MEMORY LOST FRIENDS LOST HOPE ALMOST LOST IT ALL…. AND WHEN I WAS DOWN I FOUND OUT ALL I HAD WAS ALLAH… HE PICKED ME UP AND GAVE ME A SECOND CHANCE.”

French Montana added, “WHILE I WAS TRYING TO BOUNCE BACK THEY COUNTED ME OUT, AND FORGOT EVERYTHING WE DID. DAY 730 ‘ THEY GOT AMNESIA ‘ THE ALBUM nov 12.”

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Two years ago, French Montana was hospitalized after officers showed up at his Calabasas home to investigate a robbery. Authorities found no break-in but discovered him suffering a medical issue.

The Epic Records artist was dealing with dehydration, exhaustion, severe stomach pains and an irregular heart rate. He later admitted he’d been drinking too much and popping pills, including Adderall and Percocet, prior to his hospitalization.

French Montana is scheduled to drop his They Got Amnesia album on November 12. A tracklist for the LP hasn’t been revealed at the time of publishing.

View the cover art for They Got Amnesia above and check out the new single “I Don’t Really Care” below.

Megan Thee Stallion Plans To Drop Second Album In 2022

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Megan Thee Stallion is one of the top rap stars to emerge over the last three years. With two No. 1 singles, three Grammy wins, and numerous headlining shows, the Hot Girl Coach secured her spot among Hip Hop’s upper echelon.

Apple Music 1’s Zane Lowe caught up with Megan Thee Stallion for the streamer’s New Music Daily. The discussion included Meg speaking about dropping her Something For Thee Hotties mixtape and a forthcoming studio LP.

“It is literally something for the Hotties. So it’s all the freestyles that are recent over original beats that the Hotties have been asking me to put on streaming platforms. And it’s just a sprinkle of some new things,” said Megan Thee Stallion. “So, I’m working on two albums, right? So, I’m just recording a bunch of music.”

She continued, “Things that didn’t seem like they started fitting on the project that I know I’m going to release next year. I’m like, ‘Okay. It sounds like these songs go more cohesive together’… So the two albums that I’m working on, Something For Thee Hotties, and y’all know I’m not about to tell y’all the name of the second album, I have been recording songs for a long time.” 

Megan Thee Stallion released her debut album, Good News, in November 2020. The 26-year-old Texan’s catalog also includes the Tina Snow and Suga EPs as well as the Fever mixtape. 2021’s Something For Thee Hotties hosts the Top 20 hit “Thot S###.”

“I felt like I was rushing trying to put out projects because I feel like I always got to feed the Hotties,” Megan Thee Stallion told Zane Lowe. “So right now how I’m writing, I’m really taking my time. This is the most songs that I’ve ever recorded.”

The 300 Entertainment signee added, “So that’s why Something For The Hotties – it feels good because it’s kind of like an introduction into the next phase of my music. This is something that I already did. I’ve been sitting on these songs. So now I’m like, ‘Okay, the Hotties deserve this. They should have it.’ And y’all should be prepared for next year.”

Wale Comments On Rumored Beef Between Rick Ross & Meek Mill

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Maybach Music Group will go down as one of the most successful labels/crews in Hip Hop history. The collective produced bona fide chart-topping, critically-acclaimed rap stars in Rick Ross, Meek Mill, and Wale.

Even though each of the MMG representatives repeatedly worked together on music, including the Self Made compilation series, the camp also dealt with friction among members. Recently, there was alleged heat between Meek Mill and Rick Ross.

Wale stopped by the Drink Champs podcast to promote his new Folarin II album. Drink Champs host N.O.R.E. asked Wale to choose between MMG comrades Meek and Rozay. The DMV native chose to take a shot of liquor instead of answering the question.

N.O.R.E. also directly asked Wale about the rumors that Meek Mill barred Rick Ross from his section at Miami’s LIV nightclub during a birthday celebration. Wale insisted he had no information about that situation and does not believe it is true.

“I don’t know s### about that. That s### don’t even sound real to me. I talked to both of them n##### all the time. I ain’t hear nothing like that. If I ain’t hear nothing like that, I can’t say,” Wale responded.

Meek Mill also poured more fuel on the fire when he recently tweeted about the contract status with his record label. The Philadephia rapper did not clarify if he had issues with Rick Ross’s Maybach Music Group, its distributor Atlantic Records, or both.

“I haven’t gotten paid from music and I don’t know how much money labels make off me!!!!! I need lawyers ASAP!!!” posted Meek Mill. That tweet has since been deleted, but other tweets related to Meek’s complaints are still live on his Twitter account.

Jay-Z Blasts Perfume Company In Court For “Crappy, Lazy Work.”

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Jay-Z testified in court in Manhattan on Monday for the second time after being sued by perfume company Parlux. The brand alleges Hov failed to meet his contractual obligations as part of a product launch for “Jay-Z Gold” cologne.  

In the complaint, filed in 2016, Parlux Fragrances claim Jay-Z’s refusal to make promotional appearances cost them $18 million. They state the music mogul failed to attend the “Jay-Z Gold” launch at Macy’s in November 2013. They also say he failed in his contractual obligation to promote the cologne when he missed scheduled appearances on Good Morning America and in Women’s Wear Daily in 2013. 

Jay-Z countersued claiming he is still owed $2.7 million under the deal and blames any failings on the company for its poor-quality work.  

‘I’ve always had problems with the quality of lazy work that was coming from Parlux,’ he testified at the Supreme Court in New York City on Monday. He later added that the company does ‘crappy, lazy work’ promoting the perfume. 

Jay-Z Says “My Name Is On It”

He called a commercial that featured a naked woman covered in liquid gold “B-rate.” He didn’t want to attach his name to the ad which he saw as inferior quality because “my name is on it,” he wrote in an email.  

Additionally, he objected to the decision to sell the fragrance at Superdrug, a discount UK drug store chain, and argued it was a violation of their contract. “We are trying to build a brand,” he testified. “You’re almost cutting the legs off from the brand [by] putting it in discount stores.”  

However, Parlux says Jay-Z “constantly threw sand in the gears.” Claims which Hov vehemently denies. When asked in court if he wanted the perfume to fail, he responded “Absolutely not,” and explained that the cologne failing would be a loss for his brand as the product carries his name.  

“If I hurt Parlux and I hurt “Gold Jay-Z” — they are in my name,” he said. “I’m not going to cut off my nose to spite my face.”  

Further, he added “My name is everything to me,” and said out of all the products in his brand the cologne was the only one to bear his name.  

This story is developing.

Jay-Z is currently staring in the “About Love” campaign for Tiffanys with wife, Beyonce.

Boosie Badazz: Fans Tell Me Don’t Let Nobody Silence You

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Over the last several years, Boosie Badazz shared his disapproving opinions about men in prison having sex with each other, Dwayne Wade’s then-12-year-old transgender daughter, and Lil Nas X being an openly gay rapper.

Those comments about the LGBTQ community included Boosie calling Lil Nas X a “f#####” and telling the 22-year-old hitmaker to commit suicide. Boosie was widely criticized for his homophobic rants, but many people still support the Baton Rouge native.

According to Boosie Badazz, his fans constantly show him love in public despite receiving backlash online. He took to social media to post a video about his recent experience while shopping.

“I was out making groceries, eight different people came up to me and told me, ‘You the voice I ain’t got, bruh,'” said Boosie. “Eight different people told me, ‘Don’t let nobody silence you, bruh. You all we got, bruh.'”

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The 38-year-old Goat Talk 3 creator continued, “Eight different people just told me that in three hours. Like, man, s### crazy. About four women and four dudes said the exact same thing. I’m making a difference.”

Boosie Badazz became an extremely polarizing figure once he decided to go on an unprovoked public crusade against Lil Nas X. Even LNX’s family members got involved in the months-long back-and-forth.

Lil Nas X’s father, Robert Stafford, called out Boosie Badzz as a hypocrite for “promoting drugs, gun violence, degrading women, and getting high every video” to children. Boosie responded by suggesting Stafford was hurt that his son came out as gay.

VH1 To Air Jamie Foxx’s ‘Hip Hop Family Christmas’ & Nick Cannon’s ‘Miracles Across 125th Street’

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VH1 will present the network’s first-ever “Naughty or Nice” slate of holiday season programming. Hip Hop Family Christmas and Miracles Across 125th Street are two of those forthcoming television presentations.

Academy Award winner Jamie Foxx is an executive producer for Hip Hop Family Christmas. Foxx was joined by Datari Turner, Greg Carter; Meghan Hooper, Josh Van Houdt, Mychael Chinn, Trevor Rose, and Janee Dabney as EPs. Greg Carter directed the film.

“Jamie and I are thrilled to be in partnership with MTV Entertainment Group to continue our mission in telling diverse stories and supporting BIPOC creatives in front and behind the camera,” says Datari Turner.

Hip Hop Family Christmas stars Keri Hilson, Ne-Yo, Terrence J, Serayah, MC Lyte, Redman, Valarie Pettiford, Jodi Lyn O’Keefe, Demetrius Shipp Jr, Billy Sorrells, Jonathan Kite, B. Simone, Jess Hilarious, Niatia “Lil Mama” Kirkland, Vena E., Vanessa Simmons, and Tank.  

In addition, Nick Cannon wrote and directed Miracles Across 125th Street. The movie’s cast features Cannon, Lil Kim, Chrisette Michele, Tommy Davidson, Bruce Bruce, Luenell, Kierra Sheard-Kelly, Fred Hammond, Karen Clark Sheard, Akon, DC Young Fly, Jim Jones, Rickey Smiley, Teyana Taylor, and more.

“I’m excited to bring all the uplifting elements of Gospel, Hip Hop, and comedy together with such an inspiring and talented cast,” states NCredible Entertainment founder Nick Cannon.

Hip Hop Family Christmas will premiere on December 6 at 9 pm ET/PT. Miracles Across 125th Street will premiere on December 20 at 9 pm ET/PT.

VH1 is also set to air the Kim Fields-produced Adventures In Christmasing, the Eva Longoria-produced Let’s Get Merried, and the RuPaul-led The B#### Who Stole Christmas.

“With our ‘Naughty or Nice’ film slate, VH1 is reimagining the holidays with modern, fresh takes,” says Nina L. Diaz, CCO/President of Content for MTV Entertainment Group. “Working together with Eva, Jamie, Kim, Nick as well as our long-standing partners Randy and Fenton has truly been a gift that keeps on giving.”

Cardi B Clarifies Her Comments That Rappers “Need To Stop Doing Lean & Smoking Weed”

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Cardi B caused a stir following a recent Instagram Livestream and had to take to Twitter to clarify her comments. 

During the stream in the early hours of Monday morning (Nov. 1) Cardi told viewers that Hip-Hop has too much “slow s###” and the clubs need her to come back and drop some new music.   

“I know what n***as is missing in the club. Me! They missing me, they missing my music,” she said. “And now that I’m in the game and everything and I be seeing all these muthafuckas on Twitter like, ‘You need to have rap, you need to have bars, you need to have this…’ I want to make music to turn the f### up, ‘cause when I go to the club, that’s what n***as wanna hear.” 

Cardi continued and implied the wave of “depressing” music is due to artists consuming too much marijuana and lean.  

“I feel like we keep hearing the same song over and over and over again. These rappers nowadays, all of them wanna die,” she continued. “They all wanna die. All these n***as need to stop doing lean and smoking weed. You know, this the thing about these rappers, right? They got money and they start buying too much m############ weed, and too much lean and they make that slow s###.” 

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Again, she says this is all due to a lack of Cardi B. “The club need me,” she continued. “The strippers need me. The hoes need me. The m###########’ get money n***as need me. … I wanna shake my ass.” 

Cardi B Takes To Twitter

Cardi took some heat for those comments and woke up on Tuesday morning to some backlash. Those outraged by her remarks would have to wait. The “WAP” rapper told her Twitter followers, “I’m going back to shleep.” 

A little later Cardi B came back to Twitter with an apology and clarified her comments using Meek Mill’s “Dreams & Nightmares” and “First Day Out” by Tee Grizzley as examples of the “perfect balance of rap and turn up” 

Kobe Bryant’s Estate To Get $400 M After Coca-Cola Acquires BodyArmor

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The estate of Kobe Bryant has reportedly made $400 million in the sale of BodyArmor to Coca-Cola. Kobe Bryant acquired a 10 percent stake in BodyArmor in 2013. He paid $6 million in the deal making him a major shareholder in the company.  

Sports Illustrated reported the Coca-Cola purchase means the Bryant estate would earn approximately “$400 million for its stake in the company.”  

BodyArmor credits Kobe Bryant as the reason for the brand’s success. “If it wasn’t for Kobe Bryant’s vision and belief, BODYARMOR would not have been able to achieve the success we had,” The company’s founder, Mike Repole is reported as saying in a press release. “I couldn’t be more excited to become part of the Coca-Cola family and set our sights on the future.” 

Kobe’s widow, Vanessa Bryant took to Instagram to celebrate her late husband’s legacy with a touching message. She posted a picture of Kobe with the caption “Congratulations Papi!!! This is ‘no pie in the sky.’ You did it!” she wrote. “Always one step ahead. I’m so proud of everything you were able to accomplish. I wish you were here to celebrate. You deserve all the recognition for this. You continue being GREAT. Te amo per siempre. Congratulations Kobe, Mike Repole & @drinkbodyarmor team” 

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Vanessa added a red heart emoji and continued, “@kobebryant, you are the GOAT in everything you put your mind to.”  

Last month, Vanessa filed to trademark “KB24” to create a sports and entertainment empire enabling Kobe Bryant’s legacy to continue.   

The trademark application covers digital collectible items, websites, training camps, broadcasting platforms, podcasts, TV shows, movies, documentaries, and music. Additionally, the “KB24” brand will also be used for sports cards, food/drink containers, and t-shirts. 

“Verzuz” Hosts “Call Of Duty” Tournament With Big Boi & Big Sean vs. Lil Jon & Lil Tecca

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The Verzuz brand is continuing its evolution by stepping into the gaming industry.

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Verzuz started as something to do during quarantine – artists were unable to perform and tour, fans were temporarily stuck at home. No concerts, no shows, festivals, nothing. That was until Verzuz came along and got the party started again.  

What began as an online battle between Timbaland and Swizz Beatz grew into live performances with the dancehall clash between Bounty Killer and Beenie Man. The format advanced to new heights again following the success of battles like The Lox vs Dipset live at Madison Square Gardens and KRS-One vs Big Daddy Kane live from the Barclays Centre.  

Now. the Verzuz team is extending its reach even further with the announcement of the Verzuz Gamez tournament. Verzuz revealed that they would be hosting a Call of Duty: Vanguard world premiere event. T-Pain will host the multi-round gameplay tournament with players including Lil Jon and Lil Tecca versus Big Boi and Big Sean. Do you see what they did there? 

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The flyer also reveals a special performance from the Migos “This WEDNESDAY 💥 @CallOfDuty #Vanguard World Premiere!!! Special music performance from @MIGOS!!! Also a gameplay tournament with some of HIP-HOP’s favorites 👀👀 AND many more surprises!!” 

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The tournament is set to go down on Wednesday (Nov. 3) from 6 pm to 9 pm PDT and will be streamed on various platforms – check the flyer for details.  

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Dame Dash Ready To End Feud With Jay-Z “Let’s Talk Like Men”

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Jay-Z’s recent induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame could signal the end of his 20-year feud with Roc-A-Fella Records co-founder Dame Dash. Hov thanked his former partner in his speech extending an “olive branch” and now Dame could be ready to bury the hatchet.  

The pair started the label in 1995 making history along the way but as Jay-Z’s career grew and parts of the empire were sold, their friendship turned to a feud. 

Jay-Z’s acceptance speech could be the beginning of the end of the bitterness between the former friends and business partners.  

“Shout out to Dame,” he said on Saturday, “I know we don’t see eye-to-eye, but I can never erase your accomplishments. And I appreciate you and I thank you for that.” He continued, “I appreciate you guys. Thank you for our journey. Thank you for your contribution to this journey.” 

During an interview with Page Six, Dame Dash admitted he was surprised to hear Hov mention him and said, “It was beautiful.” Revealing that he wants to end the bad blood between the pair he continued, “I’m glad he said it for the culture. We need to squash everything. So hopefully if that was an extended [olive branch] I’ll spin one back.” 

“Let’s Get The Lawyers Out Of It”

“I have no beef with [him] if [he has] no beef with me,” he added. Referring to the pair of lawsuits the two are currently embroiled in over Dame’s attempt to sell Jay-Z’s “Reasonable Doubt” as an NFT he said, “Let’s get the lawyers out of it then. Let’s talk like men, but I definitely appreciate it.”  

He continued, “I would never want you to think that we have to go to the court to resolve anything. We can talk it out and the culture needs to see two strong black men working out a problem. Even if they worked together, they can go their separate ways they can still be cool.” 

Dame said he and the man he considers a brother has accomplished too much to be beefing. He further said the pair should not be divided, even when they’re not seeing eye-to-eye.  

Jay-Z’s acknowledgment in his speech meant a lot to Dame. “That means I’m in the Hall of Fame,” he said, “Whether we cool or not, him getting in the Hall of Fame is major. So congratulations to us, congratulations to him and thank you [to him] for keep working so hard to where he got to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Anything he can do to make me great, so thank you for even continuing to strive. He keeps my name alive.” 

T.I. Building A Housing Development In Bankhead

By: Kershaw St. Jawnson Updated Category: News
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T.I. is something to marvel at.

The Teflon emcee seems to not only wear the crown as the “King of the South,” but he maintains his monarchy (despite legal and cancel culture coups that try and take him down) by making good music and giving back.

Last week the Grand Hustler announced on his social media that he was working on a development project to give affordable housing to the poor and unsheltered.

He simply captioned the video post, “BANKHEAAAD‼️”

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“Checking on my development here on Bankhead man,” he says in the video. “Right here used to be the old Kmart Giant Food. Now we got affordable housing. 143 units going up mixed-used community… We’re about 40% done. We’re supposed to be done sometime next year.”

According to T.I., they will have 143 units will be completed by next year for people to move in. It will be a mixed community. In his footage, he also takes a swipe at the many people who claim they are from the Bankhead area of Atlanta and not give back. “I’m not gonna do a bunch of jaw-jacking… I am gonna show mine.”

“I got love for everybody over here, but if anybody got anything to say about me s–t man don’t look at me, look at my work. Don’t look at me look at my work. Look at my moves, s–t we can kill all the cap.”

The development will be called “Intrada Westside” and one of T.I.’s representatives said that it will sit on 7 acres. It will be developed through a partnership between Vecino Group and the multi-hyphenate.

Located at 2174 Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway, here is the breakdown on the type of homes available for people. There will be 69-one bedrooms unit, 49-two bedroom units, and 25-three bedroom units.

DJ Geez Is The Club King

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DJ Geez, born Glen Simmons has always had a strong love and passion for music. Fast forward to the year 2021, and celebrity DJ, DJ Geez is known as The Club King, & for good reason. The Music Artist, Producer, DJ started developing his musical skills at an early age while exploring and experimenting with many different instruments through the local church. Through investing his time DJ Geez perfected his skills and has impacted a lot of music artists as well as fans and supporters that come out to his events. 

DJ Geez has helped create some great songs by writing for people. DJ Geez learned the cello, saxophone, electric guitar, the drums, and most importantly for his career, the piano. These were some of the instruments learned by DJ Geez, which carried over into the star power talent we know him as today. DJ Geez has indeed won the hearts of family members and neighbors with his consistency over the years. No matter the occasion or event type, DJ Geez is prepared, knows how to read the room, and gets the crowd going. Multiple videos have appeared online showing people having fun at his events. DJ Geez fans have tagged the star DJ’s events on social media, and they always are having a great time. DJ Geez is definitely the real deal and not all hype. A DJ Geez event will make you get out of your seat and dance with lots of testimony and proof from his rapidly growing fanbase.

2015 proved to be a big year for DJ Geez. DJ Geez DJ’ed for popular artist such at YG, French Montana, Chinx, Uncle Murda, Slimm 400. Currently, DJ Geez has worked with artists Peediand Freeway from State Property and he’s opened shows for major music recording artist such as Meek Mills and Rick Ross. In addition, DJ Geez has performed in Philadelphia’ Independence Day Show in Center City, Philadelphia and he works for Silent Philly traveling from state-to-state sharing music. DJ Geez can spin 90’s Hip-hop & R&B, Dance, Electronic, Reggaeton, Contemporary Hip-Hop, Classic Soul and much more.  

This versatile DJ has man hundreds of thousands of people dance throughout his career with his superb DJ abilities, and with fans from New York to Los Angeles and now Colombia, DJ Geez has become a name synonymous with great music. In 2019 DJ Geez became a hip-hop artist with music out on AppleMusic, Spotify, Soundcloud & Tidal called Whine it up feat. Briana Nicole, DJ Ant liva and Right now feat Briana Nicole. DJ Geez continued to perfect his craft and network with major heavy hitters in the industry. DJ Geez is a self-made individual. 

Since hitting the scene in 2010, DJ Geez has amassed a following of fans that are well familiar with the young DJ’s body of work and infectious personality. While maintaining a humble side to himself, DJ Geez has garnered the name “The Club King” in the Philadelphia region due to his notoriety & DJ abilities. Day by day DJ Geez brand is growing globally. DJ Geez mixes have been played on Shaquille O’ Neal’s radio station Shaq-Fu radio format since its inception, giving DJ Geez a well-versed international audience. 

DJ Geez knew, that putting enjoyment into people lives was something he wanted to do for the rest of his life,and he knew that music would be the vessel in which it could be done. Since starting DJ Geez has come a long way! As he moved around in Philadelphia establishing himself as one of the most talented up-and-coming DJ around, he was able to get books for major events like festivals & concerts. DJ Geez also had DJed for many high-profile clients including the opportunity to DJ state property Peedi Crakk & hall of fame Shaquille O’Neal on Shawfuradio radio station. DJ Geez has also DJed for several popular artists such at YG, French Montana, Chinx, Uncle Murda, Slimm 400, & many more.

There is a lot more to come from This Superstar. DJ Geez is blowing up fast. DJ Geez has the talent and drives to thrive in his industry. Through investing his time to learn and perfect his craft; DJ Geez hard work is paying off ass he transitions into Superstar life. Fast forward to now and DJ Geez has worked with many notable organizations and clients. 

DJ Geez has been featured on many news and publications such as 50 Cents platform This Is 50, Hip Hop Weekly, The Hype Magazine, Gen Z Hip Hop, VoyageLA, The Clout Magazine, All Hip Hop, Aaron Reflex, ItsBizKit, and several more. The energy that DJGeez brings is unmatched because he puts his heart and soul into his craft. DJ Geez has a real passion and respect for art and everything that he does. DJ Geez never has given up and right before our eyes he is evolving into the superstar we know him as today. From local church boy to globally known and respected superstar. DJ Geez is a devoted amazing talent. Connect with DJ Geez on social media!

DJ Geez Social Media: 

Email: Dj*******@***il.com

www.Instagram.com/therealdjgeez

www.twitter.com/djgeez215

https://music.apple.com/us/artist/djgeez215/1483573878

https://music.apple.com/us/album/right-now-feat-briana-nicole/1483573877?i=1483573880

https://www.facebook.com/djgeez215/

https://www.clubhouse.com/@djgeez

https://shaqfuradio.com/dj-geez-mixes-on-demand/

https://www.sonicbids.com/band/dj

https://www.facebook.com/glenn.simmonsjr

Aramys Jean’s New Single “Broken”

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Bronx, Aramys Jean is going in a new direction for his music career with alternative music. His new single “Broken” came out this summer, offering fans something to listen to during the warmer days. 

Independent artist Aramys Jean is ecstatic to announce the upcoming release of his new single “Broken.” The song explores him as a creative rapper exploring different music genres with a unique vocal rendition. 

Aramys Jean plans to continue his success streak with the new song as he renovates his career and renown in the music world. Fans should expect a piece that delivers pure vocal and lyrical entertainment. 

Fans across the world love the new single, “Broken,” Seeing what the new and reborn Aramys Jean has in store for them. The singer has promised in recent updates that he’s coming out with something unique and exceptionally stylish. 

Aramys Jean is an artist born in the Bronx, New York. Growing up was tough as he had to fight several instances of hate and discrimination in his community. But as a young and creative man, he found peace in music and spent his time writing songs, producing, and flourishing himself in every way. 

He learned music everywhere, including listening to the radio, at parties, festivals, and engaging other inspiring and enthusiastic artists. Despite his creativity, he never got help from anyone, as most people were jealous of his talent and ability to deliver quality music that people love to hear. 

With hard work, focus, determination, and exceptional talent, he made a name for himself in the music industry. He has released songs on all major platforms that have attracted many fans and audiences. 

Now, he’s focused on helping other artists to reach greater expectations by providing them with vigorous digital marketing, promotion tools, and resources. Aramys Jean wants upcoming and struggling artists to get the support and motivation that he was never able to receive so that things are effortless for them. His goal is to help everyone who wants to grow and to learn the ropes to a successful music career using the power of the internet and social media. 

“Broken” was released in the summer of 2021. Aramys Jean is already working on several projects that he plans to release soon. 

Follow Aramys Jean on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aramysjean/

Listen to Aramys Jean’s “Broken”:

MC Lyte Heading To T.V. With Her Own Sitcom

By: Kershaw St. Jawnson Updated Category: News
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Fans will certainly cram to understand how Hollywood has taken so long to give the iconic rapper MC Lyte her own T.V. show.

And so it is with great excitement we announce that the “Lyte as a Rock” emcee will be starring in a sitcom called “Partners In Rhyme.”

According to Yahoo News, this will be a seven-episode series and air on the streaming service affiliated with AMC Networks called ALLBLK.

She will star and serve as the executive producer on the show. The character she will be playing is named Lana Crawford.

On the show, her character is a rapper whose label drops her. She has no money (but a lot of debt), and she has to figure out her next move.

She decides to be a manager, and so she gets her niece to let her guide her career. Her niece, whose rap moniker is “Lucious T,” moves in with her aunt, and therein lies the conflict.

A press release breaks down the plot of the show saying, “It’s old school versus new school in this comical look at the record industry through the eyes of a female hip-hop icon and her young protégé.”

“Starring MC Lyte and directed by Bentley Kyle Evans,” it continues. “The light-hearted, half-hour sitcom follows the life of rap pioneer Lana Crawford (MC Lyte). When Lana discovers she is being dropped as an artist from her label and in massive debt, The O.G. rap star is propositioned into managing her niece Lucious T (“Precious Way,” ABC’s “Queens”)…an up and coming Instagram rapper.”

One cool fact is that the lead character’s name is the same as MC Lyte’s in real life.

“Partners in Rhyme” will premiere November 18th.

Tekashi 6ix9ine Halloween Outfit Gets Actor Mark Wright In Hot Water

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Some people may call it cultural appropriation. Others think it was just in poor taste to seem to celebrate a man considered a “rat” and “pedophile.”

Either way, actor Mark Wright is facing a ton of backlash for dressing as Brooklyn rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine for Halloween and posting it on his social media.

In a scurry to right his caucacity, Wright has issued a formal apology to anyone who had been offended.

He further added that he didn’t know that 69 was accused and convicted of any of this. He just thought it would be funny.

In a post on his Instagram story he said, “I apologize for the Halloween photos last night. I knew only about the music of Tekashi6ix9ine, not about his crimes. If I knew it, it wouldn’t have been my costume choice.” He also took the picture of his get up, down.

How did he achieve the look?

The “TOWIE” actor used a colorful wig, fake tattoos, faux jewelry, and a bedazzled grill.

Twitter had a ball.

“so we had mark wright as tekashi 69 and holly from geordie shore as jesy nelson do these people not have publicists?????”

https://twitter.com/georgiaas00/status/1455132818426769409?s=20

“Let me guess: ‘Mark Wright apologises after facing backlash over Tekashi 6ix9ine Halloween costume’ right?”

https://twitter.com/nutts_mutts/status/1454846143305760771?s=20

Next time, instead of a rap clown, he might consider something safer … like a witch, rabbit or dinosaur. Which, according to Visual Capitalist, are the top three Halloween costumes of 2021.

Donald Glover Teases ‘Atlanta’ Season 3 & Throws Jab At Lil Dicky’s ‘Dave’

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Donald Glover has an issue with people comparing his show Atlanta to Lil Dicky’s Dave.

The multi-hyphenate asserted his FX series was superior to Lil Dicky’s show in two since-deleted tweets on Sunday. Donald Glover a.k.a. Childish Gambino dissed Dave after sharing a teaser for Atlanta’s upcoming third season.

“And just for the record, im watching yall saying ‘dave’ is on par,” he wrote. “like yall forgot what we did. no disrespect.”

Donald Glover added, “We got black people on here debating which is better, and IM the sellout?”

Atlanta and Dave have elicited comparisons due to their similarities. Both series air on FX and were created by Hip Hop artists with comedic backgrounds. They also feature rappers as one of the main characters.

Earlier this year, Lil Dicky spoke about Dave being compared to Atlanta in an interview with the New York Times. He called Atlanta “a great show” but pointed out how the series differ.

“I think they’re very different,” he explained. “I think our show is trying to be funny — a lot more jokes. Theirs is just the tonal brilliance. I see them as different shows.”

Atlanta premiered on FX in 2016 but has been off the air since its second season ended in 2018. Dave debuted in 2020 and finished airing its second season in August 2021.

Donald Glover’s Atlanta is scheduled to return in 2022. View the teaser for its third season below.