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Three Women Speak Out About Allegedly Being Raped By Russell Simmons

(AllHipHop News) A new documentary detailing the alleged sexual assault accusations against Russell Simmons is set to debut at the Sundance Film Festival later this month. Three accusers that were interviewed for the film appeared on CBS This Morning to talk about the allegations.

Drew Dixon, Sil Lai Abrams, and Alexia Norton Jones told CBS News correspondent Michelle Miller that Simmons violently raped each of them. The 62-year-old Def Jam co-founder has denied any wrongdoing with the women and claimed all sexual relationships were consensual.

“I literally worked for him. He was ordering me a car, and he told me to come upstairs and pick up a demo. I thought I would be in his apartment for five total minutes. That’s it,” said Dixon about the alleged attack in 1995. “He showed up naked, wearing a condom, and tackled me to his bed while I screamed and fought and said, ‘No,’ and cried. That’s rape.”

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Abrams admitted she dated Simmons before he allegedly raped her in 1994. She said, “Yes, we had a sexual relationship, but he cannot address the fact that I was too drunk to consent, and that the next day I called him up, screaming. And I attempted suicide. He knew. And I told him why, that he had ruined my life, and that I had nothing.”

Oprah Winfrey was originally attached to the untitled documentary as part of a deal with Apple TV Plus. However, the billionaire media mogul backed out of serving as an executive producer for the film, and the streaming service is no longer distributing the doc.

“First and foremost, I want it to be known that I unequivocally believe and support the women. Their stories deserve to be told and heard. In my opinion, there is more work to be done on the film to illuminate the full scope of what the victims endured and it has become clear that the filmmakers and I are not aligned in that creative vision,” said Winfrey in a statement.

Diddy Celebrates The Notorious B.I.G. Being Selected For Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame

(AllHipHop News) Yesterday, the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame announced its induction class for 2020. Hip Hop icon Christopher “The Notorious B.I.G.” Wallace was selected for the prestigious honor.

The late rapper emerged as a star in the 1990s before his death in 1997. Biggie found commercial and critical success as the flagship artist on Sean “Diddy” Combs’ Bad Boy record label.

Of course, Diddy was ecstatic that his friend and musical partner is entering the Rock Hall alongside Whitney Houston, Nine Inch Nails, Depeche Mode, the Doobie Brothers, and T. Rex. He shared his enthusiasm on Instagram with a selfie video.

“BIGGIE YOU DID IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 2020 ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME!” wrote Diddy in the Instagram caption. The Notorious B.I.G.’s classic single “Juicy” played n the background of the clip. 

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Did Boosie Put The Paws On George Zimmerman?

(AllHipHop Rumors) Lil Boosie said what he said and he said he didn’t fight George Zimmerman, in the parking lot of a Miami big box store.

Zimmerman is probably one of the most disliked men in the world right now after shooting, killing, and getting acquitted of the 2012 murder of unarmed teen, Trayvon Martin.

The internet is saying that Boosie spotted Zimmerman and confronted him saying, “Hey, you that fat ass ni**a who killed Trayvon right?”

Boosie took to Instagram to refute any speculations that he and Zimmerman got down. It’s being said that the rapper sustained a busted lip and nose, facial injuries and was in police custody. Zimmerman allegedly suffered a seizure after the rapper knocked him out.

All this is ALLEGED by the way.

Whatever the case is, Boosie ain’t here for it and said he never seen Zimmerman in his life, only on tv. He also made sure to mention his newest business venture- his personalized line of noodles. 

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What y’all think went down?

Kanye West And EMI Close To Settling Once Again

(AllHipHop News) Kanye West and music publishing organization EMI have finally reached an “agreement in principle” to settle a lawsuit regarding the rapper’s bid for contractual freedom.

Kanye West first sued EMI in January 2019, alleging that when his 2003 deal is combined with extensions, it is void under California’s statute – which limits personal services contracts to no more than seven years.

EMI then fired back with their own lawsuit against West in New York in March last year, claiming the musician had made a “flagrant attempt to forum shop his way around” a provision of the contract that provided New York with exclusive jurisdiction.

Both parties appeared to have reached a settlement in September, but this then fell through, with bosses at the publishing company asking a federal judge in New York in December to re-open the case.

The judge gave the “Follow God” star and EMI until January 13th to reach a new deal.

They both informed the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York on Monday that they have reached an “agreement in principle” to finally settle the suit, the lawsuit.

If no other objections are made, the case will officially be settled on February 15th, according to court documents. 

Tekashi69 Asks Judge To Let Him Serve Out Prison Sentence At Home

(AllHipHop News) Tekashi69 is begging a judge to allow him to serve his two-year prison sentence under home confinement.

The “Fefe” star, real name Daniel Hernandez, pleaded guilty to a string of federal counts in February due to his involvement with Brooklyn, New York’s Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods crew.

He was sentenced to two years behind bars, with five years on supervised probation after testifying against the gang.

Tekashi69 is currently in an unspecified private jail, for safety reasons, but in a letter to Manhattan federal court Judge Paul Engelmayer, Hernandez’s attorney Lance Lazzaro argued that housing the embattled rapper at that facility is the same as punishing him – because he won’t get any credit to allow him an early release.

Instead, Lazzaro requested that Judge Engelmayer consider allowing Hernandez to serve his sentence at home.

“Allowing Hernandez to serve the remainder of his jail sentence under home confinement would be the most reasonable means to adjust and prepare for his re-entry into the community,” Lazzaro wrote.

“It would be a grave injustice for Hernandez to be denied the reasonable opportunity to adjust to and prepare for his re-entry into the community due to his cooperation with the government and placement in a private facility by the government for safety reasons.”

If Judge Engelmayer doesn’t agree that home confinement is the best option, Lazzaro suggested that alternatively, Hernandez could serve out his sentence in a community correctional facility.

Judge Engelmayer has yet to make a decision regarding the request. 

Future And Lori Harvey Get The Big Co-Sign!

(AllHipHop Rumors) I am going to shut up about Lori Harvey and Future. As much as I love Steve Harvey, that’s his step daughter. So, who is next? One sec. As you know, this has been a damn soap opera for some of us – break ups and make ups. But, at the end of the day, we are looking at a straight up couple. So, the word is Steve Harvey isn’t with it, even though he was cool with Diddy. It looks like Marjorie Harvey, Lori’s biological mother, is in full support of the union.

For Lori’s birthday, the mom posted some cute words about her daughter turning 23, but she is always her baby. And then also told her to live her life in her way and that “Life Is Good.” That is not a Nas reference. That’s a reference to the new Future and Drake song! Cha-Ching!

Now, we have to give them a name: “Flori” or “Luture”? I think I like “Luture” for these two. 

Gunna Stars In Puma’s RS-X³ Super Campaign [PHOTOS]

(AllHipHop News) Puma is rebooting its RS design for 2020. The German sportswear brand tapped Atlanta rhymer Sergio “Gunna” Kitchens for the RS-X³ Super campaign.

Gunna broke out with tracks like “Drip Too Hard” and “One Call.” The rap star currently resides on the Hot 100 chart as a guest feature on Young Thug’s “Hot” and Chris Brown’s “Heat.” His “Start With Me” collaboration with Roddy Ricch is a Billboard hit as well.

Puma has also partnered with fellow Hip Hop acts Meek Mill, Nipsey Hussle, G-Eazy, YBN Cordae, and J. Cole’s Dreamville Records. There have been reports that Cole was recently filming a new commercial with the company in his hometown of Fayetteville, North Carolina.

The RS-X³ first debuted in the fall of 2019. Inspired by hues found in old school video games, the RS-X³ Super silhouette pays homage to its 1980s roots. Puma’s RS-X3 Super retails for $110. The sneakers will be released on Puma.com, in Puma stores, and select retailers on February 1. 

The Notorious B.I.G. Selected For Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Class Of 2020

(AllHipHop News) “You never thought that Hip Hop would take it this far,” rapped  The Notorious B.I.G. on his 1994 single “Juicy.” It’s not unthinkable to wonder if the late Brooklyn emcee born Christopher Wallace ever imagined that 26 years later he would be a Rock and Roll Hall Of Famer.

The Rock Hall announced its 2020 class this morning, and Biggie was among the six acts revealed as this year’s inductees. The Ready to Die album creator will be enshrined in the Cleveland museum with Whitney Houston, Nine Inch Nails,  Depeche Mode, the Doobie Brothers, and T. Rex.

The Notorious B.I.G. becomes the seventh Hip Hop act to enter the RRHOF. Previously, Run-DMC, Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, Beastie Boys, Public Enemy, N.W.A., and Tupac Shakur were voted into the coveted gallery of legendary musicians.

The 35th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is scheduled for May 2 at Public Auditorium in Cleveland. The televised event will broadcast live on HBO on May 2nd at 8 pm ET. Tickets go on sale to Rock Hall members on February 25 and to the general public on February 27 at 10 am ET.

Dave Chappelle Endorses Democratic Presidential Candidate Andrew Yang

(AllHipHop News) American entrepreneur Andrew Yang was not able to qualify for last night’s Democratic debate, but he did make political headlines with a big celebrity endorsement. Comedy legend Dave Chappelle is supporting Yang’s presidential candidacy.

“Thank you @DaveChappelle and welcome to the #yanggang. You are the best. Let’s do this for our kids. ,” tweeted the 45-year-old Venture for America founder on Tuesday afternoon.

According to reports, Chappelle will perform shows in Columbia, South Carolina (January 29) and North Charleston, South Carolina (January 30) to benefit Yang’s campaign. The 2020 South Carolina democratic primary election takes place on February 29.

Actor/musician Donald “Childish Gambino” Glover endorsed Andrew Yang in December. Glover was also named as a creative consultant for the Yang 2020 political team.

Yang’s signature policy is the “Freedom Dividend” which is a $1,000-per-month universal basic income for all United States citizens that are 18 or older. The latest RealClearPolitics average of national polls has Yang in sixth place (3.6%) behind Joe Biden (27.2%), Bernie Sanders (19.2%), Elizabeth Warren (16.6%), Pete Buttigieg (7.2%), and Michael Bloomberg (6.2%). 

Tyler, The Creator To Perform At 2020 Grammy Awards

(AllHipHop News) Many of Tyler, The Creator’s fans were disappointed that the Odd Future co-founder’s Igor did not get an Album Of The Year nomination at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards. However, his followers will have the chance to see Tyler perform during the televised show.

8-time nominee Lizzo is also scheduled to hit the stage inside LA’s Staples Center on January 26. Other performers named for the 2020 Grammys include Ariana Grande, Aerosmith, Billie Eilish, Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani, Camila Cabello, Demi Lovato, and Rosalía.

While Igor missed out on the AOTY nod this year, Tyler did pick up a nomination for Best Rap Album. In 2018, his Flower Boy LP lost in the Best Rap Album category to Kendrick Lamar’s Damn.

Igor was released in May 2019. The project debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 with 165,000 album-equivalent units. It became Tyler, The Creator’s first career leader on the chart.

Jackée Harry Trolls Ja Rule For Saying Social Media Is For Clowns

(AllHipHop News) It looks like Ja Rule will never be able to live down his involvement in the Fyre Festival. Three years after the highly-publicized fest fell apart in The Bahamas, Ja is still being trolled about the disastrous music event.

Yesterday, the New York-bred rapper attempted to promote his association with the tax preparation company Value Tax on Twitter. He then became a trending topic after other users began reminding Ja that he was sentenced to a 28-month prison sentence for tax evasion and he was associated with the Fyre Festival failure.

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At first, Ja Rule seemed to take the jokes in stride, but he later started slamming social media in general. He even accused people of following celebrities on the platform only because they are desperate to live the lives of famous people.

“Social media is for clowns… if all the celebs left social media there would be no more social media!!!” posted Ja in a now-deleted tweet. He also wrote, “Y’all been hating on me since 03… I ain’t stop getting money yet lol I’m good!!!”

Veteran actress/comedian Jackée Harry responded to the 43-year-old Queens native by taking a shot at Ja’s “Fyrey” past. The Emmy winner tweeted, “If all the celebs left social media who would promote fraudulent music festivals?” Jackée’s tweet collected more than 16,000 likes.

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Jay-Z & Yo Gotti Support Lawsuit Against Mississippi Prison Conditions

(AllHipHop News) One of the most underreported news stories in the national media is taking place in Mississippi. There will certainly be more attention placed on the rash of deaths happening inside the state’s prisons thanks to Jay-Z and Yo Gotti.

The two rappers are backing legal representation for 29 inmates. Lawyers working with Roc Nation’s philanthropic arm, Team Roc, filed a federal lawsuit in the Northern District of Mississippi on behalf of the incarcerated plaintiffs.

According to CNN, there have been at least five inmate deaths in Mississippi since December. In 2018, the MS Department of Corrections asked the FBI to help investigate 15 inmate deaths that took place in a single month. There have also been complaints of poor living conditions in the correctional facilities.

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Team Roc sent a January 9 letter, on behalf of Jay-Z and Yo Gotti, to Department of Corrections Commissioner Pelicia Hall and then-Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant. The letter stated that prison conditions “fail to meet even the most basic human rights” and “people are forced to live in squalor, with rats that crawl over them as they sleep on the floor.”

Commissioner Hall and Superintendent of Mississippi State Penitentiary Marshal Turner are named as defendants in the lawsuit. The suit also cites the recent violent deaths of Walter Gates, Roosevelt Holliman, and Denorris Howell – placing the blame for their murders on the penitentiaries being understaffed.

“The Eighth Amendment of the United States Constitution prohibits the infliction of cruel and unusual punishment and is violated when prison officials fail to protect against prison-related violence and when prison conditions fail to meet basic human needs,” wrote Jay-Z’s lawyer Alex Spiro in the 1/9 letter.

 

Bernie Sanders Supports Cardi B Becoming A Politician

(AllHipHop News) Will Cardi B actually run for public office one day? The Grammy-winning music artist recently expressed her interest in possibly seeking a seat in the House of Representatives or the Senate. 

Earlier this week, Cardi tweeted, “I do feel like if I go back to school and focus up I can be part of Congress.” She then got an influential co-sign from one of the current 2020 Democratic presidential candidates.

Senator Bernie Sanders told TMZ, “Cardi B is deeply concerned about what’s happening in the country. She knows what it’s like to live in poverty and struggle, and it would be great for her to bring that experience to politics.”

Cardi has been a huge supporter of Sanders’ progressive “Feel The Bern” movement. The stripper-turned-rapper even sat down with the Vermont-based politician for a discussion about issues such as police brutality, immigration, health care, student debt, taxes, wages, and voting.

Shadow The Archangel- “Follow Da Beat”

(AllHipHop Music) Produced by Lionel Loop, Shadow The Archangel’s latest reggae hit, “Follow Da Beat” follows our protagonist as he saves a kind-hearted Spanish woman from the rat race of life. 

Showing her a life of freedom, adventure and romance with a man of ambition, he hopes she will gain some clarity on the current men in her life.

Shadow The Archangel will be releasing an EP titled ‘Espera: Fuego’ in March 2020, with a discography that incorporates Reggae, Reggaeton, R&B and Hip Hop Fusion elements. 

Once a victim of the brutal foster care system, Shadow will also be donating 10% of his profit to Bread of Heaven Nashville Restoration Ministries, as they seek to raise funds to build a new men’s home for recovering drug and alcohol addicts.

For many, the foster care system is a miserable cycle. An endless stream of homes until their 18th birthday can dampen anyone’s spirits while building up hostility towards the world. This was Shadow’s reality after a broken home in Boston ushered him into that cycle down in Atlanta. He spent his childhood upset with the world, anger brewing inside of him that many would have crumbled under. Music eventually helped him see the light, and he aims to continue inspiring others through his works.

Take a listen to “Follow Da Beat” below!

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Timbaland Says God Has Him “Under Construction”

(AllHipHop News) Timbaland has debuted a fit figure after overcoming his painkiller addiction.

The legendary hip-hop producer made a pledge to get in shape after becoming addicted to narcotic pain relief pills following a root canal dental procedure.

“It put me in a great feeling of not caring, of just being free,” he tells Men’s Health of how he felt while high on painkillers. “I’m like, traveling, doing shows, popping ’em, having fun, just being ignorant.”

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In addition to his struggle with addiction, Timbaland, real name Timothy Mosley, also owed millions of dollars in back taxes to officials at the Internal Revenue Service and was undergoing a difficult divorce, with the star admitting all of these issues led him to clean up his act.

“(Painkiller withdrawal was) one of the toughest things I’ve been through,” the Give It to Me hitmaker explains.

Timbaland lost 130 pounds after getting clean, performing most of his cardio through boxing and jump rope, and the star insists getting in shape was nothing in comparison to the difficulties he faced becoming sober again.

“When you get beat up the way I got beat up mentally, this ain’t hard,” he declares. “God has me under construction, which I’m still under.

“I don’t feel like I’m complete. I don’t want to ever feel like I’m complete, ’cause my mind would probably get idle. God needed me to be clear so I could see what is needed, not what I want.”

Kylie & Travis Ready For Baby Number Two

I guess Stormi’s cuteness is a little too much for Kylie and Travis.

According to Radar Online, the couple, who I thought were still broken up, are ready for baby number two. Back in October, the couple split ways as their main focus was on their daughter and work on their friendship.

Travis still expressed his love for Kylie despite their split.

Word is, the two are secretly working on their relationship without the interference of the very opinionated internet.

Remember, Kylie kept her first pregnancy with Kylie a secret so if the two are planning to make baby number two, I’m sure it’ll be kept secret too.

Are y’all here for it? 

Yung Joc Says He’s Trying To “Lead By Example” By Driving For Ride Sharing App

After a video of Yung Joc driving for ride sharing app, “Pull Up N Go” was posted online, the rapper has finally decided to break his silence.

Joc told TMZ that he’s part of the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization and that he’s trying to “lead by example” and show the younger generation that you’re not too big to make an honest living.

He also said this was a challenge to do something he never did before and knocked something off his bucket list.

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I’m assuming he had to make a statement because the internet was making speculations that he was having hard times and might be broke. 

I see his point. Instead of the youth being in the streets hustling, they can earn a living the right way. But I can also see where people can confide his good deed for him trying to earn extra income as well. 

What y’all think?

Cardi B. And Nicki Minaj Going Into The Trap Museum Together

(AllHipHop News) Cardi B. and Nicki Minaj will finally be united – as the latest exhibit at the Trap Museum in Atlanta.

The Trap Museum just announced its first female exhibit, which will honor New York rappers Cardi B. and Nicki Minaj.

Despite their longstanding feud, organizers of the Trap Museum recognize both females not only maintained relevance in trap culture, but they kicked in doors for female rappers in the process.

“I’ve always had a love for women who were able to spit bars over a dope beat. The first time I heard Nicki Minaj’s ‘Itty Bitty Piggy’ and Cardi B’s ‘On Fleek’ they were automatically placed on my ‘Best of the Best’ list,” Trap Music Museum’s General Manager Krystal Garner said.

“We vowed to create a space where women in the Hip-Hop industry can be celebrated. I’m grateful for our team’s vision coming to fruition,” Garner said of the permanent exhibit.

The Trap Museum was created by Atlanta rap star T.I. in 2018 and since become a popular tourist attraction, pulling in over 6,000 guests each weekend. ‘

In addition to Cardi B. and Nicki Minaj, works of art created by Ryann Kelly, JJ The Artist, Ismail “Calligrafist” Sayeed, Tiffanie “The Pretty Artist” Anderson and other pieces will be on display.

The Trap Music Museum exhibit dedicated to Cardi B and Nicki Minaj will be unveiled on January 16, 2020. 

Azriel Clary Excited To Reunite With Family After Being Freed From The Clutches Of R. Kelly

(AllHipHop News) R. Kelly’s ex-girlfriend Azriel Clary has reunited with her estranged family in a series of Instagram snaps.

The 21-year-old was the subject of Lifetime’s documentary series, “Surviving R. Kelly,” and, along with the singer’s current girlfriend Joycelyn Savage, has defended him against multiple allegations of sexual abuse.

Despite Clary’s family alleging that Kelly’s relationship with the young women is what kept them away from their loved ones, she revealed that she’s started the “healing process” with those close to her.

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“Surprise,” Clary wrote on Instagram alongside a series of snaps alongside her parents and siblings. “Let the healing process begin. Love yall and thank y’all I even thank everyone who follows me.. because you all believed in me when I could not believe for myself.”

She added the hashtag “#movingontobetterdays.”

Clary was recently involved in a brawl with Savage, who was charged with misdemeanor domestic battery after allegedly punching her when she arrived at the “Ignition” star’s Trump Tower apartment in Chicago, Illinois to collect her belongings.

R. Kelly was arrested last year on a 13-count federal indictment for sexual abuse in Chicago, while he is also facing a racketeering and sex trafficking trial in New York.

He has pleaded not guilty to all allegations.

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Future Planning Merch Line Inspired By Hit Video “Life Is Good”

(AllHipHop News) Future is already cashing in on his new project with Drake called “Life Is Good.”

The rapper is selling merchandise inspired by the various jobs the pair hold down in their hilarious video “Life Is Good.”

In the video for “Life Is Good,” Future and Drake haul trash for a company called “Wasted,” hawk cell-phones, play mechanics and work at a fast-food joint called “Hotlanta.”

Limited-edition items up for sale include The “Hotlanta” tee-shirt featured in the video, hoodies, a collectible cassette tape, and even some vinyl, including 250 of which are signed by Future himself.

Reps confirmed Future he is also working on a work-wear line of merchandise inspired by “Life Is Good.”

Items can be purchased at shoplifeisgood.com.