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Fans Honor MF Doom With Amazing Murals In Chicago

By: Kershaw St. Jawnson Updated Category: News
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Rapper MF Doom will forever be remembered.

His fans have gone over and above to make sure of that. 

Less than a month after finding out about his transition, devoted supporters have created a series of murals that will stand in honor of his tremendous contribution to the culture.

The series is located in Logan Square in Chicago, near the train tracks at Fullerton and Milwaukee avenues, stretching over a few buildings. 

This historic neighborhood is a cultural haven for the activist and the artist; perfect area to dedicate a marker of his life.

Chicago local artists captured his spirit with the murals. James Spurgeon, aka the Graffiti Nerd, is one of the artists that worked on the masterpiece and shared with BlockClubChicago.com that he knew that Doom was into the sometimes forgotten element of Hip-Hop, graffiti. 

Thus, it was an honor for him to participate.

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“He was one of us,” Spurgeon said. “It’s kinda like one of our brothers passed away, so we just had to do a memorial for him.”

A few other artists used their paint as a memorial. Names like Beger, Zenl, and Zeb got to blessed this burner for the deceased legend.

News of MF Doom’s death was revealed publicly by his wife on New Year’s Eve (2020). His real name was Daniel Dumile and he was London-born and New York raised. 

He burst on the rap scene with a guest appearance on Def Jam artists 3rd Bass’ hit song, “Gas Face” and later made his own name as a founding member of KMD (Kausing Much Damage, or A positive Kause in a Much Damaged society). 

Back then he went by the name of Daniel “Zev Lov X,” and rocked the mic with his brother Dingilizwe “DJ Subroc” Dumile. The two were signed to Elektra where they released their joint, “Peach Fuzz.”

You are probably wondering where did he get his name that rang bells in every corner of the earth. He created his signature character MF DOOM based on his favorite Marvel character Doctor Doom.

If you can’t get to see the art in person, remember you can always download his music and zoom out.

President Biden, VP Kamala Harris Drop Official Playlist With MF Doom, Burna Boy, And More

By: Mike Winslow Updated Category: News
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President-elect Joe Biden has learned a lot from his old boss Barack Obama — more than just how to lead a nation (without having a whole insurrection stained on the administration).

Biden and upcoming Vice President Kamala Harris’s Inaugural Committee just dropped their official playlist.

As expected, the music on the playlist is very diverse. The 46 songs to represent the 46th President range from jazz music, to underground Hip-Hop.

Now … because it is a combined playlist … from a 70+ white man from the Northeast and 50 something mixed-race (Black and Asian) woman from the West coast … there is a large range of music, dancing from genre to genre.

Sure there is a little bit of Steely Dan, that hit jam “Do It Again” and Average White Band’s “Pick Up the Pieces” cracking on the list. But there is also some Beyoncé, SZA, Burna Boy, the Internet, Earth, Wind and Fire, Jackie Wilson, Marvin Gaye, The Staple Singers, O’Jays, Bill Withers, Curtis Mayfield, Jill Scott, Heatwave, Stevie Wonder, and Bob Marley.

While its doubtful Biden or Kamala have ever bumped “Coffin Nails” by MF Doom or “Destiny” by Burna Boy, the playlist tells us that someone from the culture is advising the White House (thank the Lord!)

“During a tumultuous year that has kept so many loved ones apart, music has been a consistent vehicle that has kept us connected,” said Presidential Inaugural Committee CEO, Dr. Tony Allen, who also runs Delaware’s only HBCU, Delaware State University.

“Whether you are a country soul, a jazz enthusiast, a hip-hop head, a classical sort, or just love that old-time rock ‘n’ roll, music clarifies, inspires, unites, and heals,” Allen said. “These songs and artists reflect the relentless spirit and rich diversity of America. They are the score to a new chapter and will help bring people together as the Biden-Harris Administration begins its important work to unite our country.”

Others included are A Tribe Called Quest, Kendrick Lamar (featuring Mary J. Blige), Mac Miller, N.E.R.D., Salt N Pepa (En Vogue),

One of the most prophetic songs in the compilation, hopefully suggesting the tone for the upcoming administration, is Sounds of Blackness’ “Optimistic.”

And that is what we are.

 

Rap Legend Edward “Duke Bootee” Fletcher Of “The Message” Dies

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Rap legend Duke Bootee has died.

The pioneer is best known as the co-writer of “The Message,” a song by Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five.  He was 69.

Bootee, nee Edward Fletcher, died of heart failure his home in Savannah, Georgia, according to reports.

Duke Bootee conceptualized “The Message” in a demo called “The Jungle,” which was eventually re-worked with rapper Melle Mel. Mel added lyrics that he wrote at the behest of Sugar Hill Records mastermind Sylvia Robinson.  Robinson brought together Duke Bootee, who worked in the Sugar Hill Records house band, was paired with Melle Mel, largely considered the best rapper of that era.

Grandmaster Flash and the crew were not enthused about recording “The Message,” because it did not have a danceable vibe like contemporary song such as “Rapper’s Delight.’ The song dropped on July 1, 1982 and single-handedly jump-started social consciousness in Hip-Hop.

Duke Bootee, a New Jersey native, played with Doug Wimbish, Skip Alexander, and Jiggs Chase for Sugar Hill Records.

“The Message” was among the first 50 songs entered into the National Recording Registry in 2003, an act of Congress. This year, The Grammys will honor Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five and others like Salt-N-Pepa.

Rest in peace Edward “Duke Bootee” Fletcher.

Miami Rapper Pitbull Gets Revved Up Over NASCAR Investment

By: Mike Winslow Updated Category: News
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Pitbull is investing some of the money he has made from his rap career into one of America’s most popular sports.

To celebrate his 40th birthday which is today (January 15th) “Mr. 305” is now the co-owner of a NASCAR racing team with veteran Justin Marks.

Earlier today, Pitbull, born Armando Christian Pérez, revealed he is the co-owner of Trackhouse Racing Group, which sponsors the sport’s only Mexican driver, Daniel Suarez.

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.“As soon as I met Justin, (team president) Ty Norris and Daniel, we were on the same page,” Pitbull said in a statement. “They welcomed me aboard, and now we’re going to show the world NASCAR is not only a sport but it’s a culture.”

Trackhouse and Suarez will debut in the No. 99 Chevrolet Camaro at the Daytona 500 on February 14th.

Pitbull brings a variety of big-name sponsors to the table. Money aside, the new partnership will also launch an innovative racing-themed STEM curriculum within the SLAM! (Sports Leadership Arts and Management) inner-city charter schools, which Pitbull helped establish seven years ago.

Pitbull’s announcement as a co-owner in track house comes on the heels of Michael Jordan’s investment in a NASCAR team as well.

The Chicago Bulls legend is the owner of “His Airness,” which will be headed up by NASCAR giant Bubba Wallace.

Dr. Dre Released from Cedars-Sinai, Will Be Monitored Around The Clock After Brain Aneurysm

By: Mike Winslow Updated Category: News
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Rap mogul Dr. Dre is on the road to recovery after suffering a brain aneurysm almost two weeks ago, on January 5th.

Dr. Dre spent 10 days undergoing a battery of tests and thankfully, he was discharged from Cedars-Sinai Hospital’s Intensive Care Unit today (January 15th.)

According to reports, the 55-year-old, born Andre Young, will be monitored 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for the next few weeks.

Unfortunately, doctors at Cedars-Sinai or unable to figure out why Dre had a brain aneurysm in the first place, but his rehabilitation is going great. 

Shortly after he was hospitalized, Dr. Dre put widespread rumors about his declining health to rest with a statement.

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“Thanks to my family, friends, and fans for their interest and well wishes. I’m doing great and getting excellent care from my medical team,” Dr. Dre said. “I will be out of the hospital and back home soon. Shout out to all the great medical professionals at Cedars. One Love!!”

Dre’s discharge from the hospital is a good indicator that he has not suffered from any serious neurological damage for the scariest incident.

Mack Wilds Secretly Got Married Last Year

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: News
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Actor/rapper Tristan “Mack” Wilds has secretly wed his teenage sweetheart.

The “90210” star tied the knot with children’s author Christina Hammond on December 17th, 2020, with just their one-year-old daughter, Trystan, in attendance, as their parents witnessed the nuptials via video conferencing app Zoom.

And the intimate ceremony was perfect for the low-key couple, which has been dating since the age of 15.

“We got married, in a way, akin to how we started – just us,” Hammond told E! News. “Never needed much else. With the addition of our parents and our baby, it really made for a magical moment.”

Added Wilds: “At different times in our lives, we’re shown fairytales don’t come true. This one came true for me.”

“Our love story is my favorite love story,” gushed his bride. “I am living out my dream of being married to the love of my life.”


Emanny Returns To R&B, Explains How Joe Budden, Jadakiss Inspired His Songwriting

By: Shirley Ju Updated Category: Features
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Emanny is here to bring back that feel-good R&B we all know and love. Straight back on the scene after a 3-year hiatus, the Bronx, New York native has been in the music industry for over a decade, working with the likes of Tank, Trey Songz, Donnell Jones, Miguel, Ginuwine, Patti Labelle… just to name a few. On the rapper tip, he’s collaborated with everyone from Jadakiss, to Rick Ross to Jeezy. 

Boasting a soulful voice and expressing his deepest thoughts and emotions into heartfelt ballads, Emanny is ready to pick up where he left off. Describing himself as a lightskin R&B singer, he states, “I’m totally engulfed into music. That’s my world, that’s my life. That’s my everyday. It’s my reason for not sleeping. It’s my reason for waking up. That’s me, I’m music.”

His newest single “In Too Deep,” produced by Karon Graham and Blame Ronnie and written by Emanny alongside Mally G, is inspired by the R&B singer-songwriter’s past feelings and fears in relationships. We all have that moment where we fall in love with someone, but aren’t ready to give it our all — “especially when love comes to you out of nowhere,” says Emanny. 

AllHipHop: What was the household like growing up in the Bronx?

Emanny: Funny enough, I was raised mostly in the Bronx but my mom moved every two years. She’s here right now so let me not say this too loud because she might get mad. [laughs] Different borough, different apartment. If we saw a roach or mouse in the apartment, we left. I’ve lived in Harlem, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx. I’m a New Yorker, I embody every part of each borough. Anyone from New York knows that every borough has its different style, different type of lingo, how they dress. Luckily, I’ve been able to engulf myself in all those different boroughs. I’m from the Bronx born and raised, but I like to tell people I’m from New York.

AllHipHop: Biggest influences coming up?

Emanny: Cliche answer is going to be Michael Jackson of course, but that’s really my answer. The first time I ever realized I could sing sing, my mom had a vinyl of The Wiz soundtrack. One of the songs Michael Jackson was featured singing, I was singing to myself like “oh s###, I can sing.” That was the start of my singing love, Michael was my introduction to that. Everything he did entertainment-wise, I still to this day study things from him and find new things. Things I never noticed that he did that I can try to not emulate, but apply to my studies and what I do. Vocally, it’s Donnie Hathaway, Stevie Wonder, Prince, Babyface, R. Kelly before he got nasty, and Usher outside of that.

AllHipHop: What’s your favorite MJ song?

Emanny: Ooh, that’s so hard. I’m going to have to stick with “Rock With You” for right now, but I know there’s another one that’s going to slap me in the face later like “no, that one.”

AllHipHop: How did you get your name?

Emanny: My name in my family is pronounced Eman, that’s my name. As I got older, I didn’t like how it sounded. At some point, I’m like “Emanny doesn’t sound like an artist name.” I remember watching an interview of Jamie Foxx, Jamie Foxx is someone I really admire. He said he changed his name to Jamie Foxx because it had a unisex feel to it to where whenever you said the name, you didn’t know who was coming up on the stage. Sometimes, it was a pleasant surprise. There’s a girl in my high school named Emani, I thought “oh, I can rock with that.” I stuck with it, that was always my artist name. It got to a point where people would automatically see my name and say that so okay, it must work.

AllHipHop: What was your first biggest placement that you felt “okay, I can do this s###.”

Emanny: I’m very much so a hip-hop lover. I love hip-hop, the 90’s era I grew up loving The Lox like most people, Ruff Ryders. Being able to work with Jada the first time — not just work with him, write a song and send it to him like “oh aight, that’s our single.” Wait, y’all single?! Out of all the joints y’all got? You got joints made with this person, that person. That was okay yeah, I can definitely do this for real. To know the people I respect and look up to have respect for my craft was a sign.

AllHipHop: What’d you learn from working with Jadakiss?

Emanny: The one thing I did learn from Jada, I thought he was very one-dimensional. I listen to his music and everything from his music gave me street. He had his female records, but he’s a hardcore lyricist. When you speak to him about music, he knows his s###. Not just hip-hop, he knows R&B. He knows the classics. He opened my mind not to the musical process, but studying and knowing the craft. You have to go back and learn your history. Somebody that really opened my eyes creatively was Joe Budden, I worked with him extensively in the beginning of my career.

AllHipHop: How did Joe Budden open your eyes?

Emanny: He has no limits in writing. He’ll write about anything. It can sound like the silliest topic, but he’s going to find a way to write about it. It’s gonna make sense and it’s gonna sound good. As an R&B singer, the first thing you think is the only thing you can talk about is love songs, women, and relationships. Working with him taught me that you can go outside of that. You can talk about your life, your relationships, your struggles. He taught me that for sure.

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AllHipHop: What caused your 3-year hiatus?

Emanny: The music business. I fell out of love with creating because everything I was creating wasn’t getting the proper attention and care on the business side. Some of that is my blame because there are some people I put involved with the business that weren’t able to bring me the results I needed. Doesn’t mean they weren’t good at what they do, we didn’t connect. I got real discouraged. I needed a reset. I needed to find myself again as an artist, find the love for recording again, and that’s what I did. I’m glad I took the 3 years honestly, I needed it.

AllHipHop: What did you learn about yourself in those 3 years?

Emanny: I learned I’m very selfish. I’m very stubborn. I learned there’s still a lot of room for me to grow, not as an artist but as a person. I learned to be more patient with people, I’m still working on that. The break wasn’t creative, it was more of a personal break. I needed to learn myself and really grow as a person and as a man.

AllHipHop: What made you finally feel ready to return?

Emanny: The music started sounding good to me again. I made music throughout the whole process because I placed records and did features, but when you start making records, you start to see “okay, could these groups of records compile and make a cohesive project?” For the first part. I didn’t feel that. I was making good records, but it wasn’t things I’d go run back to listen to and say “oh, this one might go with this one.” I wasn’t piecing the puzzle together. At some point, the song started piecing itself together. It started to feel like a story. The process of creating an album started to feel like that’s what was happening. I started to enjoy that. 

AllHipHop: “In Too Deep” out now. What are you most excited about with this record? 

Emanny: You know what’s so funny, I love the record but I’m so ahead. Now my mind is the next record and what’s going to support “In Too Deep”? Of course there’s visuals I want to give “In Too Deep.” I definitely want the masses to hear it at a high level, my mind is always forward. Now when people want to hear “In Too Deep,” my next thought is damn, I’m pretty sure they want to hear something else now. In the moment, my mind right now is “yeah let me get the visuals done, get it out there. Make sure it’s clean, it looks good. Make sure it delivers,” but I’m ready for the next. I’m ready to go. 

AllHipHop: What inspired the record?

Emanny: I try to not use my personal relationship as the inspiration for too much of right now because it’s something I still want to keep sacred to me. I don’t really feel like sharing the great or the really bad times we go through because she’s not really prepared. She’s not battle-tested as far as Emanny the artist, so I want to ease that into the playing field. 

AllHipHop: Talk about bringing back that real R&B that everyone loves and misses. 

Emanny: I don’t feel like I’m bringing it back because it’s already here, I’m adding to it. There’s a lot of dope R&B artists who do great R&B. It’s up to the outlets, the fans and supporters to go ahead and make sure it’s highlighted. If people don’t stream it and people don’t listen to it, then people aren’t going to listen to it. There’s guys like Lucky Daye, there’s Giveon, there’s Tone Stith, there’s H.E.R., there’s Summer Walker. There’s a bunch of dope R&B artists out there. It’s a matter of adding to it, me making sure what I present is of quality and represents me. I also don’t want to do what they do, I still want to be me. I want to add to what R&B is already doing.

AllHipHop: How has the pandemic affected you in any way?

Emanny: I’ll be honest with you, I’ve done more recording and way more work during the quarantine than before. I haven’t felt the effects of the quarantine when it comes to being creative. In fact, the quarantine helped in a lot of ways. It allowed everyone to slow down. It allowed me to really take my time and not feel the pressure of “okay well something’s dropping.” The people I work with were ready to go, because nobody wants to sit at home everyday. We got to it, we found the inspiration. It sounds bad to say but for me, the quarantine was something positive.

AllHipHop: 3 things you need in the studio?

Emanny: These. [points to gummy bears] I need these all the time. I’m trying to wean myself off of Coca-Cola but that’s a struggle, but I do need a Coca-Cola. I need a bag of the bootleg Munchie: the mix of the nacho cheese and pretzels. If I don’t walk into the studio with those 3 things, I need to go back out and get them.

AllHipHop: What is it that you want fans to get out of your story?

Emanny: That love and loving people isn’t perfect, there’s no perfect way to love someone. Sometimes we don’t know we haven’t been taught to love the right way, so we love other people the wrong way. Love is a process and learning the person you’re in love with or the people you’re having this love for isn’t automatic to where you know exactly what to do in life. I’ve made a lot of mistakes and my music speaks to a lot of the mistakes I’ve made and learned from because it’s honestly what got me to this point relationship-wise. Not with a woman, with friends, with everyone. Almost everything I speak about is always love-based because that’s the strongest thing in my life. At some point, we have struggles with it. That’s what I want people to get from my music, nothing else. I’m not going to be talking about cars and money, it’s always going to be love-based.

AllHipHop: What can we expect from your new album 3?

Emanny: I’m talking a lot of s### on there. I sound like a hurt dude on there because I’m drawing from a past experience. You can expect some hurt. You can expect some love, some reconciliation. If anyone has listened to my music in the past, expect growth. Expect to hear me speak on similar topics, but from a different perspective.

AllHipHop: What’s the significance in the title?

Emanny: 3 long years. My next project after this would be Songs About Her 3. My last Songs About Her was in 2014. When I really look back, these last 3 years were really some great amazing times and some of the worst times of my life. I want to document that.

AllHipHop: Anything else you want to let us know?

Emanny: Follow Emanny music on all platforms. No I’m just appreciating this, the opp to talk and get back into this space. I wasn’t sure how I would be because I haven’t spoken to any… this is the first person I’ve spoken to. I’m trying to make sure I’m still media trained.

Chance The Rapper’s Track With Dionne Warwick Heading Into The Studio Together

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Chance the Rapper and Dionne Warwick are planning to hit the studio together for an unlikely collaboration after the “Walk on By” singer quizzed the hip-hop star about his stage name on Twitter.

Warwick hit headlines at the end of last year when she started asking questions about the names of Chance and The Weeknd – and both were thrilled to be on the singer’s radar.

And now Chance has gone one step further by agreeing to team up with Dionne in the studio on a new track, titled “Nothing’s Impossible,” with sales benefiting the pair’s favorite causes.

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In a new Twitter video, Warwick says, “Chance and I will be getting in the studio very, very soon. It’s gonna be a pleasure working with him and his organization, called SocialWorks, as he’s working with mine, Hunger: Not Impossible.

“We’re going to try to do some wonderful things for people that are desperately in need… so keep your eyes and ears open, because we’re getting in that studio soon and we’re going to give you something that you cannot resist.”

Chance shared her video and added: “THIS IS GOING TO BE SO GOOD FOR SO MANY!! THANK YOU DIONNE THE SINGER!! WE GON MAKE A DIFFERENCE WITH THIS ONE!!”

His message teased the odd couple’s Twitter exchange last month, when Dionne asked: “Hi, @chancetherapper. If you are very obviously a rapper why did you put it in your stage name? I cannot stop thinking about this… I am now Dionne the Singer.”

 

Spike Lee Regrets Working Chadwick Boseman So Hard During “Da 5 Bloods” Filming

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Spike Lee regrets making his “Da 5 Bloods” star Chadwick Boseman work so hard now he knows the movie star was battling colon cancer.

The “Black Panther” star died last summer and Lee has said many times he had no idea his leading man was ill.

The filmmaker told The Hollywood Reporter he feels bad about some scenes, which featured the late star, and wishes he could have shot them differently.

“There was a very small circle that knew he was not going to be here that much longer, and I understand why he did not want people to know,” Spike says. “If I would have known, the first battle sequence in the film is 100 degrees and we had the shots where he has to run 50 yards like (Olympic runner) Usain Bolt.

“He has to haul it. If he tells me that (he was sick), automatically I’m not going to make him, I’m not going to push him as hard as I can. He did not want any shortcuts, any special treatment…”

The Yutes And Curren$y Light-Up “High Grade” On New Collaboration

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The Yutes, the brother duo composed of Chris and Santris, deftly combine their Jamaican heritage with modern trap elements into a dynamic sound with eclectic appeal. The sons of dancehall legend Mr. Lexx, The Yutes leverage an unparalleled authenticity and heightened musical sensibility to consistently push the creative envelope. Now, they’re bringing that diverse sound into the new year with their Curren$y-assisted single, “High Grade.”

The Yutes’ premiere 2021 track is an infectious collaboration that leans into the respective parties’ marijuana affinity — both sonically and conceptually. Augmenting familiar reggae tones with a hip-hop edge, “High Grade” is a distinct piece that finds footing in ranging musical camps to deliver a textured offering. The Babygrande Records’ single employs a hybrid singing-rapping aesthetic to express a mutual fondness for getting lifted with the assistance of some potent “High Grade.” As marijuana aficionados, The Yutes and Curren$y’s joint effort sparks a new smoker’s anthem that rises high above the clouds.

Aside from the song’s rich sonics, a consequential element of the “High Grade” beauty exists within its boundary-breaking style. The fusion of hip-hop and reggae creates a musical Venn Diagram, offering familiarity for fans of both genres while imparting something novel in the process. It’s a microcosm of The Yutes’ musical mosaic artistry.

Additionally, the timing of the release is auspicious, as the Democrats’ recent securing of the White House and Congress has placed marijuana on the precipice of legalization; most insiders believe that recreational marijuana will be legalized in 2021. As Chris raps, “Tell dem to free it, tell dem no cease it, the people dem need it.”

After a rewarding 2020 campaign, which saw The Yutes’ “Bring It Back” track cross one-million Spotify streams, Chris and Santris are keen on building upon that momentum. “High Grade” is just the beginning of what’s sure to be a dominant run — get ready for an all out blitz from The Yutes this year.

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Post Malone Gives 10,000 Pairs Of Crocs to Frontline Workers

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Post Malone has teamed up with Crocs to donate 10,000 pairs of shoes to frontline workers amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

The “Sunflower” star has collaborated with the footwear company on five shoe designs, including his most recent Duet Max Clog II, which sold out in hours after their release.

However, to do his bit during the coronavirus crisis, Post has partnered with both Crocs and nonprofit organization Musicians on Call to gift 10,000 pairs of shoes to workers at 70 U.S. hospitals.

“The stress of the pandemic on staff in all areas of the hospital has been unrelenting and we have been doing what we can to continue bringing them the joy of live music. We are so grateful to Post Malone and Crocs for joining us in providing even more relief when they need it the most through this generous donation,” Pete Griffin, the president and CEO of Musicians on Call said in a statement. “Thanks to them, caregivers at 70 hospitals nationwide will have the added support of their Crocs to help them through their day.”



Plies Gets His Teeth Fixed And Immediately Starts Trending!

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You would think that Plies has done all that he can do in this world. And, then he does some MO! Well, the brother is known to be funny, spit the truth and also…his golden grill! On Insta, the Florida brother, who now is an avid voter, buried his grill under the dirt and got a NEW SMILE! If his mom is happy…I am too!

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When I say he buried his grill, I was NOT kidding.

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They saying Plies now looks like that social media star Zo. What do you think?

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John Legend, Kerry Washington & More To Take Part In Biden’s Inauguration TV Special

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As outgoing President Donald Trump is preparing for his second Impeachment trial in the U.S. Senate, incoming President-Elect Joe Biden is preparing for his Inauguration celebration on January 20. A celebrity-filled prime-time television special is scheduled for that night.

Academy Award-winning actor Tom Hanks is set to host the 90-minute Celebrating America airing live on ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN, MSNBC, and other TV networks and streaming live on various digital platforms beginning at 8:30 pm. Fox News is reportedly not broadcasting the virtual event in its entirety.

R&B music star John Legend will perform for Celebrating America. Acclaimed actress Kerry Washington (Scandal, Django Unchained) is expected to introduce a segment during the show. Bruce Springsteen, Jon Bon Jovi, Eva Longoria, Justin Timberlake, the Foo Fighters, and Demi Lovato are also attached to the program.

Celebrating America will feature Joe Biden, the next Commander in Chief, offering remarks to a currently divided nation. Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris will deliver a speech that is said to center around celebrating “American heroes” like frontline workers, teachers, and healthcare workers.

Plus, the Presidential Inaugural Committee is presenting a national memorial on January 19 to honor the more than 380,000 lives lost to COVID-19 in the United States. PIC is also promoting a national day of service on Martin Luther King Jr. Day which falls on Monday, January 18.

Following the failed insurrection at the U.S. Capitol Building on January 6, there have been concerns the 2021 Inauguration could be marred with extremist violence by Trump supporters. Law enforcement agencies across the country are on high alert for the days leading up to the ceremonial transition of power to Biden.

Around 20,000 National Guard troops are expected to secure the District of Columbia for the Inauguration. Washington, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser has cautioned Americans not to travel to the nation’s capital next week in order to avoid possible armed right-wing, pro-Trump agitators.

“Our first priority is safety – so while many of us will be watching safely from our homes, we are creating real moments of connection that highlight a new inclusive American era of leadership that works for and represents all Americans,” said Presidential Inaugural Committee CEO Tony Allen.

Jack Harlow Discusses The Hip Hop Community Accepting Him As A White Rapper

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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There have been scores of White rappers to emerge on the music scene over the last 40 years. The Beastie Boys, MC Serch, Eminem, Paul Wall, El-P, Mac Miller, Machine Gun Kelly, and many others achieved success in the Black-created genre of rap music.

Jack Harlow’s name can be added to that list as well. The 22-year-old Kentucky native broke out commercially with the Hot 100 chart Top 5 hit “Whats Poppin” as well as the single’s remix featuring DaBaby, Tory Lanez, and Lil Wayne. “Whats Poppin” also earned a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Performance.

Harlow released his debut album, That’s What They All Say, in December. The project opened at #5 on the Billboard 200 chart with 51,000 first-week units. In an interview with HipHopDX, Harlow was asked if he thinks the Hip Hop community will fully accept him as just a rapper and not as a Caucasian rapper.

“Me being White is never going to disappear from the discussion because race is just all too relevant and it’s real. I already think I’m being accepted as a good rapper without the asterisk already,” said Harlow. “I can feel it and I think people feel my authenticity. But me being White will always be a discussion. That’s just how it is.”

The Generation Now/Atlantic signee continued, “But I’m at peace with it. That’s not some burden or scourge that I have to live with. It just is what it is. I think every day I’m getting closer to being seen how I see myself and that’s a good feeling and I see myself as real, authentic, and genuine.”

While Jack Harlow’s musical style leans more towards party rap, he has taken on social issues in his real life. Last year, the Louisville-raised entertainer hit the streets in his hometown to participate in the #JusticeForBreonnaTaylor demonstrations against police brutality and systemic racism.

“That was a no brainer to me,” Harlow said about joining the protests. “For me, just being in a Black genre and growing up around Black people, like I said, it was a no brainer. It was a priority to get out there. There’s a lot of Black people in Louisville.”

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Did Young Thug Show Support For Longtime Rival YFN Lucci After His Arrest?

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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The long-standing beef between Young Thug and YFN Lucci goes back many years. The two Atlanta-based recording artists have repeatedly made it clear they do not see eye-to-eye. Thug’s then-girlfriend, Jerrika Karlae, was even brought into the feud.

However, Thugger may have offered a digital olive branch of sorts. YFN Lucci recently turned himself in to Fulton County law enforcement officers following local police putting out a public request to locate the “Everyday We Lit” rapper.

Yesterday, Young Thug took to his Instagram to offer a positive message that seemed to be directed at Lucci. A short selfie video on the YSL leader’s IG Story was captioned, “On wanna see no n#### in jail #FREEALL.”

LFN Lucci (born Rayshawn Bennett) is accused of being involved in the death of 28-year-old James Adams of Atlanta. The TIG Records representative faces felony murder, aggravated assault, participation in street gang activity, and possession of a firearm during the commission of felony charges.

Tiffany Haddish Responds To Accusations Of Bullying Black Doctor Over COVID-19 Conspiracy Theories

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Back in late August 2020, Tiffany Haddish publicly revealed that she had tested positive for COVID-19. Over the last few days, the comedian has been on the defensive as Twitter users blast her for allegedly spreading misinformation about the virus.

Haddish, celebrity blogger Jason Lee, and Pan-Africanist Chakra Bars were accused of circulating conspiracy theories about coronavirus on the social media app Clubhouse. A doctor in the CH room apparently pushed back on the unproven idea that the government invented COVID-19 and was met with harassment.

There are now allegations that Haddish and others doxxed the physician which led to that person receiving death threats. Some people are even calling the celebrities’ actions cyberbullying, and the Girls Trip actress is taken the brunt of the blame from critics.

“Chakabars is getting his 1 million followers to attack a Black woman because Black doctors got his account suspended for misinformation. This guy is a monster. It’s petrifying,” tweeted one person. Haddish responded, “You a lie!!!”

Another Twitter user wrote, “I lost my complete respect for Tiffany Haddish tonight. As a longtime fan, I’m disgusted to see how she came at that young Black girl who was crying over the death threats and harassment she’s received at the hands of Tiffany’s friend Chakabars.”

Haddish replied, “Honey, she has launched a whole campaign and told nothing but lies against a Black man. And thought no one would notice. Smh. I don’t need your respect. I just wish people would tell [the] truth. I just told her the truth she has the [man’s] name everywhere.”

She also tweeted, “There is a special place in God’s Kingdom for people that like to lie and make up stories on other people.” Another one of her tweets read, “How did I bully please tell me? I was just trying to tell the lady why she was going [through] what she was going [through]. She is totally breaking clubhouse rules.”

Haddish denied spreading the doctor’s personal information online. The 41-year-old Emmy Award winner also emphatically refuted taking part in bullying someone over the COVID-19 discussion, and she defended Chakra Bars disseminating info that may not be accurate or scientifically proven.

At one point, Dr. Nadeen White of Atlanta tweeted directly at Haddish. The Pediatrics Specialist posted, “The truth that COVID-19 exists & has disproportionately affected [people of color] & Black physicians are trying to educate our communities [with] facts, not fiction?”

Haddish countered, “I am here for facts. Please show me where I have spread any false news about COVID. Oh, I get it, you use my name to spread your facts that I have to use my discernment to see if it’s true. I will use your name in things that, I want people to know as well. Hope you like it.”

One Twitter user informed Haddish that the doctor she is accused of bullying allegedly attempted to commit suicide. Haddish then stated, “That is true it does take a lot. I remember all the times I tried to kill myself. Would you like to talk about that? It had a lot to do with having to live in [foster care], being told I was ugly, stupid, being raped, and feeling like I had no purpose on this earth. So I can relate.”

After her Twitter mentions were filled with countless reactions to the developing story surrounding the Clubhouse conversation, Haddish seemed to acknowledge the problem with sharing false information about COVID-19. Initially, she wrote, “Well I believe unicorns are real. I also believe I have big [breasts], and a super fat ass, and aliens are real. Should people not be my friend because of that? I am friends with many people that don’t believe what I do. Because they are smart enough to use discernment.”

Then a user responded, “That’s fine because those conspiracy theories/myths don’t hurt people, you can believe in them as long as you want. However, conspiracy theories pertaining to the pandemic, disease, and harassing/bullying doctors ain’t cool at all that’s my point.” Haddish then simply replied, “Ok.”

Last month, Black Panther star Letitia Wright faced a firestorm of criticism when she shared an anti-vaccine YouTube video with her Twitter followers. At first, Wright defended the decision to post a random video from a non-medical professional that questioned the legitimacy of the COVID-19 vaccine. Eventually, she deleted her entire Twitter account following the overwhelmingly negative pushback online.

Ariana Grande Recruits Megan Thee Stallion & Doja Cat For “34+35” Remix

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Pop superstar Ariana Grande returned with her sixth studio album in October 2020. Positions hosted the single “34+35” which became a Top 10 hit on Billboard‘s Hot 100 rankings.

This morning, Grande is back with a new rendition of the Positions song. The 27-year-old singer/actress called on chart-topping Hip Hop stars Megan Thee Stallion and Doja Cat for a remix of the track.

“34+35 (Remix)” includes all three women expressing their sexual desires with Grande explicitly singing, “Can you stay up all night? F### me ’til the daylight.” Another particular line from the record has gotten a lot of attention on social media.

At one point, Doja Cat raps, “Play and rewind that, listen, you’ll find that I want that six-nine without Tekashi.” That bar referencing controversial internet troll/recording artist/government witness Tekashi 6ix9ine caused his name to trend on Twitter early Friday morning.

 

Watch Juice WRLD’s “Bad Boy” Music Video Featuring Young Thug

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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The world lost Jarad “Juice WRLD” Higgins on December 8, 2019. Juice WRLD was able to create more content before his death, and a new music video by the Chicago-bred rapper arrived this week.

“Bad Boy” featuring Young Thug landed on YouTube this morning. The Cole Bennett-directed visuals star Juice and Thugger with a group of Dead Presidents-esque extras.

Before his passing, Juice WRLD dropped the studio LPs Goodbye & Good Riddance in 2018 and Death Race for Love in 2019. The posthumous Legends Never Die album came out in July 2020.

Legends Never Die debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart with 497,000 first-week units. The project went on to sell over 1,900,000 total units since its release.

“Fight The Power” Gets A Mighty Remix By i1MASTERKEY

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: Music
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“FTP 3.0” by i1MASTERKEY is the song for you if you want to stay tapped into the harder-edged conscious Hip-Hip. The song, which features Chaycin Change, grabs the soul of Public Enemy’s  “Fight The Power” and remixes it with a revolutionary twist. The results are stellar and uncompromising.

Fight The Power

Free The People

F##k The Police 

YFN Lucci, Accomplices Accused Of Dumping Body In The Street After Fatal Shootout

By: Mike Winslow Updated Category: News
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More details are coming forward surrounding the arrest of Atlanta rapper YFN Lucci, who is currently facing a murder charge. 

According to reports, the murder victim was an associate of YFN Lucci who was killed participating in a shootout with the rapper in Atlanta.

However, YFN Lucci was not the trigger man who took James Adams’ life during the deadly shooting on December 10th. 

According to a police affidavit obtained by TMZ, YFN Lucci, James Adams, Rav’on Boyd, 23, and Leroy Pitts, 17, were occupants in the same SUV, which was riding through arrival gangs territory. 

Adams was reportedly firing at a rival gang from the passenger side of the SUV when he was struck and killed by return fire.

According to a witness, the occupants of the white SUV dumped Adams in the middle of the street and left him for dead. 

Another man 32-year-old man named Kevin Wright was shot in the abdomen was struck in the abdomen by the SUVs gunfire. He was treated at a local hospital and survived his wounds.

YFN Lucci turned himself in today, to face a felony murder charge as well as aggravated assault, participation in street gang activity, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.

Two of his associates, Ra’Von Boyd and Leroy Pitts were apprehended in Miami earlier this month and face the same charges.