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Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty Line Accused Of “Deceptive Marketing”

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

(AllHipHop News) Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty lingerie company has been accused of “deceptive marketing” for signing customers up to a monthly subscription service “without clearly” disclosing all the terms and conditions.

A complaint has been filed with the Federal Trade Commission and the California District Attorney’s office for Santa Cruz County by non-profit watchdog group Truth in Advertising (TINA), who alleged the organization has been trying to dupe customers by promoting discounts that can only be used once they sign up for the $49.95-a-month VIP subscription.

“It deceptively promotes discounts and product prices that are only available to consumers who are bound to the company’s membership program without clearly and conspicuously disclosing this fact in its marketing materials,” TINA stated in its complaint.

According to the watchdog, they discovered that when using the Savage x Fenty online shop, the VIP membership is automatically added when a customer adds something to the shopping basket.

However, the monthly recurring fee isn’t included in the total amount, and shoppers are only made aware of it in the site’s small print during the checkout process.

It’s only if they know to remove the monthly membership from their carts that customers can see the normal price of items.

“By default, the company enrolls consumers into a negative option offer known as the Xtra VIP Membership without clearly and conspicuously disclosing all the material terms and conditions, such as needing to take affirmative action every month to avoid recurring monthly charges,” the complaint continued.

Following the complaint filing, Emma Tully, a spokesperson for Savage x Fenty, which Rihanna launched in May 2018, responded via email to CNN business, saying: “These accusations are false and based on misconceptions of our business. We are proud of our flexible membership program because it allows us to offer unparalleled quality and value to our customers.

“We believe strongly in transparency, which is why we provide multiple disclosures of membership terms throughout the shopping experience, within advertisements, and through our ambassador engagement policies.”

Tully added that Savage x Fenty hasn’t received any inquiries from the Federal Trade Commission as yet.

NBA To Pay Tribute To Kobe Bryant During Touching Ceremony Led By Jennifer Hudson

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

(AllHipHop News) Jennifer Hudson will honor the late Kobe Bryant during the 2020 NBA All-star Game on Sunday.

The former Los Angeles Lakers player died in a helicopter crash last month, alongside his teenage daughter and seven other victims.

On Thursday, the National Basketball League announced the Oscar winner will open the game with a special tribute to the sportsman.

Hudson previously paid her respects when news of his passing was announced.

“It’s like every time I go to sleep and then wake up somebody else is gone ! This news Hurts my heart so bad !” she wrote at the time.

Other artists are set to perform throughout this year’s All-Star Game broadcast, including Chance the Rapper, who will perform a halftime show along with Lil Wayne, DJ Khaled and Quavo.

Chaka Khan will sing the U.S. national anthem, with country music star Tenille Arts performing the Canadian anthem.

The format of the game itself will also be reworked to honor Bryant, with a fourth-quarter target score being introduced as opposed to the usual time limit.

The target score is decided by adding 24 points — in honor of Bryant’s jersey number — to the winning score after three quarters, with the first team to reach the goal winning the game.

The game will be held at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois.

Dave Chappelle Was Not Shot And Killed Police In Ohio Confirm

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

(AllHipHop News) Police in Ohio have assured Dave Chappelle fans the comedian was not involved in a fatal shooting near his home on Wednesday.

The shoot-out took place outside a property on Grinnell Road in Yellow Springs, Ohio, and left two people dead, according to local outlets.

The address is close to a property owned by the funnyman, prompting concern on social media.

But Dave’s representative, Carla Sims, reveals the incident took place a mile away from the property.

“It did not happen at Dave’s home,” Sims said. “He’s fine.”

Dave Chappelle is currently on tour in the U.K.

Lawmakers at the Greene County Sheriff’s office have also confirmed the comedian wasn’t involved in the shooting.

The victims have not yet been identified.

Gayle King Accepts Snoop Dogg’s Apology

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

(AllHipHop News) Newswoman Gayle King has accepted Snoop Dogg’s apology after the rapper viciously attacked the U.S. journalist for questions she asked basketball star Lisa Leslie about her friend Kobe Bryant during a recent TV interview.

The “Drop It Like It’s Hot” star was one of the first celebrities to blast King for bringing up the tragic sportsman’s 2003 rape case during the chat, calling her a “Funky dog head b##ch”.among other insults.

He apologized in an Instagram video, telling King he “would like to apologize to you publicly for the language that I used and calling you out of your name and just being disrespectful.”

Now King has responded, saying in a statement that she has accepted the apology.

“I accept the apology and understand the raw emotions caused by this tragic loss,” she said. “As a journalist, it is sometimes challenging to balance doing my job with the emotions and feelings during difficult times. I don’t always get it perfect but I’m constantly striving to do it with compassion and integrity.”

She didn’t respond to Snoop’s request for a private sit down following their headline-hitting exchange.

What’s The Deal With Megan Thee Stallion’s Age?

By: IllseedCategory: Rumors

(AllHipHop Rumors) R. Kelly has said it for years: AGE AIN’T NUTTIN’ BUT A NUMBER! According to recent reports, R. Kelly would not be attracted to Megan. the Houston hottie is still one of the dopest, most talented and beautiful woman in the rap game. There are no issues other than her star steadily rising in 2020. But, stars attract all types of junk, not just other stars and planets. Stars attract haters and back biters. 

Somebody found out Megan’s arrest record from when she was much younger.

Now, this happened in 2015, not a very long time ago so her youth and age is what people homed in on. I am not so concerned with it, because what’s the difference? Nothing as far as I am concerned. I don’t even want to go into it anymore for fear of pissing her off. Anyway, she is not the sort of woman that is going to appeal to R. Kelly. 

Now, Meg explained her whole situation on IG live. 

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“I Want The Bag” By Cap Gold

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: Music

Capitalizing on the success of his premiere 2020 single, “Spicin,” San Antonio’s Cap Gold returns with his new song, “I Want The Bag.”

Continuing his proven formula of combining captivating melodics with aspirational content, “I Want The Bag” provides a framework of how Cap plans on supplementing his rise. Enlisting both supporters and haters for motivation, the 20-year-old artist won’t let anyone deter him from his goals of success and creating resonating art. The new Cap Gold offering, produced by Yung DZA, pairs his signature hybrid rapping-singing mixed with a textured trap instrumental, demonstrating his diverse command.

Cap Gold is a bright light in the underground Texas scene primed for an exponential rise. After launching and co-headlining the first-annual San Antonio-based GoldFest music festival with 10K.Caash and Blake — coupled with a show-stealing performance at last year’s SXSW alongside JID, Flipp Dinero, DaBaby, Reason, Lucki, and Thutmose — Cap is ready for his moment.

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Be on the lookout for the official “I Want The Bag” video, dropping soon.

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Omarion Partners With Zeus To Release ‘The Millennium Tour Live’ Featuring B2K

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

(AllHipHop News) Omarion is preparing to hit the road as the co-headliner of “The Millennium Tour 2020” with Bow Wow. Fans of B2K’s Omarion, Boog, Fizz, and Raz-B will have the chance to watch the original “Millennium Tour” from 2019 on Zeus.

The subscription-based video streaming service partnered with Omarion to produce original and existing content from the singer. The Millennium Tour Live is the first project from the partnership to air on the Zeus network.

“We are excited to work with Omarion to bring original content, music, and entertainment to Zeus,” said the company’s President and CEO Lemuel Plummer. “Zeus is a pop-culture platform that continues to push the envelope to bring the best in entertainment to our audience. By working with creators like Omarion, we are able to give our viewers relevant programming that keeps them coming back for more.”

Zeus is also home to original series such as The Real Blac Chyna, Joseline’s Cabaret, Dr. Blackson, Rap Battles, Caught, and Bad Escorts. The two-year-old streamer highlights content creators such as Blac Chyna, Joseline Hernandez, Destorm Power, King Bach, Michael Blackson, T###, Torrei Hart, B. Simone, and Funny Mike.

B2K reunited for “The Millennium Tour” which grossed over $28 million. Mario, Pretty Ricky, Bobby V, Chingy, and The Ying Yang Twins opened for the 2000s-era R&B boy band for that trek. The 2020 version features Ashanti, Soulja Boy, Pretty Ricky, Ying Yang Twins, Lloyd, and Sammie.

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Fran Drescher Talks Cardi B Being A Reinvention Of ‘The Nanny’ In A Possible Reboot

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

(AllHipHop News) Belcalis “Cardi B” Almánzar is currently recording her highly-anticipated sophomore album. But will the Bronx-bred entertainer take on a television role in the near future?

Fran Drescher has been vocal for years about wanting Cardi to star in a reboot of her 1990s CBS sitcom The Nanny. There were reports that the Invasion of Privacy rapper could play the daughter of Drescher’s character Fran Fine in a new version of the series.

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During an interview on The Tamron Hall Show, Drescher was asked about The Nanny which is being adapted into a Broadway production. Cardi’s name was brought up when the discussion turned to a possible modernized take on the TV program.

“This would be a reinvention of The Nanny. Because she’s going to be who she is,” said Drescher about Cardi B. “The Nanny on Broadway is going to be a musical version, a bigger version, of what we got used to on TV. So she will be a Jewish girl from Flushing and he will be a British, wealthy Broadway producer.”

Drescher continued, “But should we ever want to take The Nanny into the 21st century on TV, I have always felt that [Cardi B] would be a great 21st century Fran Fein, get like a sexy Obama type to be Mr. Sheffeild, and I could still play her mother.”

Cardi B became a national celebrity after spending two seasons on Love & Hip Hop: New York. She also served as a judge for Netflix’s Hip Hop competition show Rhythm + Flow in 2019. Last year, Almánzar had a small part in the film Hustlers, and the 27-year-old Atlantic recording artist is part of the cast for the upcoming Fast & Furious 9 movie.

Megan Thee Stallion Performs “B.I.T.C.H.” On ‘The Tonight Show’

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

(AllHipHop News) Megan Thee Stallion is on the road to delivering her debut studio album. Last month, the Houston native gave a taste of what’s to come when she dropped the song “B.I.T.C.H.”

The record has already peaked at #31 on Billboard‘s Hot 100 chart, and Hot Girl Meg is in the process of promoting the song even further. For example, Thee Stallion was the music guest on Thursday’s The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

“B.I.T.C.H.” contains samples of Bootsy Collin’s “I’d Rather Be With You” and Tupac Shakur’s “Ratha Be Ya N*gga.” Previously, Megan talked about being inspired by 2Pac.

“I had to respect the legends,” Megan told Apple Music’s Zane Lowe. “I had just finished doing a show. I cannot remember what state I was in, but I had left my show and I was about to take a shower. I had hit my A&R and I’m like, ‘I wanna remake “N.I.G.G.A.” by Tupac.'”

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‘Waka & Tammy: What The Flocka’ Reality Show To Premiere On We TV

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

(AllHipHop News) Celebrity couple Jauquin “Waka Flocka Flame” Malphurs and Tammy Rivera-Malphurs are recording their own television series. The Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta alum will star in Waka & Tammy: What The Flocka. 

The reality show will premiere Thursday, March 12 on WE tv. The Malphurs previously appeared on the network’s Marriage Boot Camp: Hip Hop Edition.

A description for Waka & Tammy: What The Flocka reads:

One year after the wedding of their dreams, Waka and Tammy find themselves in their new home in Atlanta, where they are navigating all the challenges of married life. From home renovation, juggling Tammy’s bustling music career, parenting their teenage daughter Charlie, and meddling in-laws, keeping their marriage strong takes work. 

Waka & Tammy: What The Flocka is produced by eOne’s Tara Long. Gennifer Gardiner, Tammy Rivera-Malphurs, Jauquin Malphurs, Datari Turner, Debra Antney, Lauren Gellert, and Kari McFarland are credited as executive producers.

Watch Migos’ “Give No Fxk” Music Video Featuring Young Thug & Travis Scott

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

(AllHipHop News) Offset, Quavo, and Takeoff are back with new visuals. The members of the Migos were joined by Young Thug and Travis Scott for the “Give No Fxk” video.

Quavo’s girlfriend, Saweetie, also made a cameo in the clip. The “My Type” rapper can be seen hanging from a cage. She tweeted, “My poor baby thought I was bout to die.”  

“Give No Fxk” is expected to appear on Migos’ forthcoming Culture III album. According to Offset, the project will be the “last chapter” in the Atlanta-based group’s Culture series.

 

T.I. Calls On Democratic Presidential Candidates To Address A Police Violence Video

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

(AllHipHop News) Yesterday, Tip “T.I.” Harris posted a video to Instagram of police officers attempting to apprehend an unidentified Black person. The graphic footage shows one cop punching the man in the face numerous times as he is being held down on the ground.

By the end of the clip, over a dozen officers arrived on the scene. It is not clear why the man was being detained or where the incident took place. At one point, a witness can be heard saying, “He’s foaming at the mouth.”

T.I. tagged current Democratic presidential candidates Elizabeth Warren, Joe Biden, Pete Buttigieg, and Bernie Sanders in his IG post. He wants them to address the situation. 

The Grand Hustle founder wrote in the caption:

Question America… This is how you apprehend a black man in America??? But a Caucasian mass murderer you stop at a drive thru!!! #ThisIsAmerica #NothingStopsUntilWeStopIT‼️ @elizabethwarren @joebiden @pete.buttigieg @berniesanders I’d LOVE TO HEAR HOW Y’ALL FEEL ABOUT THIS

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First Class Bee ft. Rockie Fresh – N.W.O. Video

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: Music

(AllHipHop Music) Ahead of his upcoming show with Griselda for their WWCD Tour on the 28th, First Class Bee (@FirstClassBee) taps Rick Ross mentee and Rostrum Records MVP Rockie Fresh (@RockieFresh) for his first release of the new year. 

Titled “New World Order,” the visual for the DJ O-Zone (@DJO-ZoNe) produced cut finds the Windy City natives flexing iced out chains, designer coats, and some luxury vehicles while trading bars detailing their lavish lifestyle.

F.C.B. on the record:

“In all honesty the record came together pretty smoothly. DJ O-Zone, who produced the record, texted me and said he made a beat and wants to put me in the studio with Rockie Fresh to see what comes about – the outcome of that session was N.W.O.”

Watch the HD-clip from the Chicago based entrepreneur turned entertainer below. Also, catch him performing with Griselda for their WWCD Tour on the 28th. 

Chance the Rapper Believes Kanye West Relationship Was Preordained

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

(AllHipHop News) Chance the Rapper believes divine intervention is behind his friendship with Kanye West, stating in a new interview that the duo were “paired together by God”.

The 26-year-old made the claim during a chat with NBC News, during which he reflected on his long-standing relationship with his 42-year-old peer.

“I think iron sharpens iron,” he said. “We’re both imperfect people and I’m able to call him out on things I don’t necessarily agree with. He’s called me out on things he doesn’t agree with.

“I do fully believe, now more than ever, that we were paired together by God and that we’re supposed to be in each other’s corner,” Chance the Rapper said.

In another interview with ABC7, ahead of hosting the 69th annual NBA All-Star Game in his home city of Chicago on Sunday, Chance opened up about his family life.

The “Hot Shower” star shares two daughters with wife Kirsten Corley and still finds it amazing to watch his little girls grow into their own people.

“It’s awesome because when your wife is pregnant you think of the kid as just a baby, but then once they are here it’s like, they’re a person, and on your second child especially, it’s cool they are two separate people,” he smiled.

Chance and Kirsten recently celebrated their first wedding anniversary together, and the musician believes the pair are now the “strongest we’ve ever been.”

Did Dark Lo “Make A 2-Hour Statement” To Cops?

By: IllseedCategory: Rumors

(AllHipHop Rumors) First of all, I am glad that I am not going to be the one breaking this news to the streets! There’s a new report that is suggesting that Dark Lo has made some sort of statement to the cops and the streets are feeling the pain! Be very clear, Dark Lo is one of the realest dudes in the game, straight outta Philly. But check this out from CrownedTVnews.com:

Rapper Dark Lo AKA Charles Salley is currently facing 20 years In a federal penitentiary on witness tampering and weapons charges. Feds say Salley wrote a letter to a government witness in an attempt to sway the witness from testifying against his friend, who was on trial for a drug trafficking conspiracy case. A document that was released today spells bad news for the rapper.

In a document obtained by Crowned TV, a shocking and extremely incriminating post-arrest interview was revealed. In the interview, after waiving his miranda rights, Dark Lo sat and talked to authorities for 2 hours without a lawyer present.

In the interview that was captured on video, Dark Lo can be seen and heard willfully admitting to writing a letter to government witness Dontez Stewart, and discussing the contents of the letter with federal agents. He also took ownership of the gun he is accused of possessing, adding that he never carries it, but keeps it in his home for protection.

So, here is what we believe happened. This is not a case of Dark Lo snitching or anything, but it looks like he really should have retained a lawyer. He admitted to doing things, allegedly, that still may have broke the law. He should have gotten that lawyer! He didn’t know it was a violation of the law, some sources have said. He didn’t threaten the dude – he simply made a request that was IN WRITING. YIKES! 

Timbaland Explains How He Kicked Painkillers Cold Turkey

By: Kershaw St. JawnsonCategory: News

(AllHipHop News) The opioid epidemic is paramount touching every region of the country.

It spares no one, regardless of race, gender or social class. Hip-Hop has learned this lesson the hard way since a several of the genre’s best-known rappers have lost their lives (recently) to this particular kind of addiction.

Some, like mega-producer and rapper Timbaland, have dug deep to overcome their dependence demons.

Wednesday on “The Tamron Hall Show,” Timbaland came clean about his struggle with being addicted to prescription drugs for pain.

He said, “It takes over you. It’s something that takes over your body. I don’t want to glorify it, but it feels amazing. It makes you feel like a superhero. It gave me confidence.”

Now you may wonder how one of the architects of the early 2000’s Hip-Hop and R&B sound could be so successful under the influence, but he explained how the “feel good” experienced for a moment trumped his productivity.

“The pills make you function, but sometimes you would nod off while people were talking to you because it would make you fall asleep, but it would make you function because everything feels great.” He continued to tell Hall, “It could be a bad moment going on, but the pills block all that out. I thought some of the pills were making me create, but as I went back to listen to some of my music I was like oh this is not a creation, this is a hot mess.”

Timbaland was lucky. There was something inside of him that did not let the painkillers win, salvaging his new family and saving his life.

“My marriage was new and I was scared of it and I think the pills helped me deal with the marriage at the time,” he courageously states and added that his children were key in him getting clean and sober. “I kept looking like I want to be here for my kids and it just hit me one day. I didn’t go to rehab, I cut cold turkey. My kids were my backbone to living.”

Now he is making his sobriety public with hopes it can save the lives of others. Like the young rapper Juice WRLD who lost his life in December.

The Virginia hitmaker has made this his purpose, to shed ego, celebrity and becoming vulnerable may be the only way to spread this message.

“I think people forget that we are still human and I had to realize that I’m still that guy from the country, I’m just great at music. I felt like I was abusing my gift that God gave me and when I was on the drugs he took that gift away.”