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Drake & Adin Ross Cover Funeral Costs For French Streamer After Tragic Livestream Death

By: London Jennn Updated Aug 20, 2025 at 4:00amCategory: News

Drake and Adin Ross have pledged to pay for the funeral of French streamer Jean Pormanove after his death during a 10-day live marathon on Kick that allegedly involved abuse and coercion.

The 46-year-old content creator, whose real name was Raphaël Graven, died in his sleep on Monday (August 18) while participating in a prolonged and controversial broadcast known for pushing creators into humiliating and dangerous stunts.

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The stream, hosted on Kick, has drawn widespread criticism for promoting harmful behavior under the guise of entertainment.

“I just spoke with Drake,” Ross wrote on X (Twitter). “Drake and I will be covering the funeral costs, this won’t bring his life back, it’s the least we can do. Prayers go out to Jean’s family.”

Ross also condemned the circumstances surrounding the streamer’s death. “This is horrible and disgusting,” he added. “Whoever was apart of this deserves to face severe consequences.”

Clips from the stream circulating online show Pormanove being subjected to disturbing treatment, including being shot with paintballs, choked, forced to ingest unknown substances and deprived of sleep.

French authorities are now investigating whether criminal behavior was involved.

According to reports, Pormanove had messaged his mother during the stream, saying he felt like he was being “held hostage” and was experiencing heart issues.

French digital affairs and AI minister Clara Chappaz called the situation an “absolute horror,” adding, “Jean Pormanove was humiliated and mistreated for months live on the Kick platform.”

The prosecutor’s office in Nice confirmed that both a criminal investigation and a review of the platform’s role are underway.

Meanwhile, Kick said it is “urgently reviewing” its content policies in response to public outrage.

As of Tuesday (August 20), autopsy results have not been released, and authorities have not officially determined whether foul play led to Pormanove’s death.

EXCLUSIVE: R. Kelly Fails At Attempt To Boot Prosecutors From His Case

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Aug 19, 2025 at 11:02pmCategory: Exclusives

R. Kelly failed to convince a federal judge in Chicago to disqualify the entire U.S. Attorney’s Office from his case, with the court ruling his accusations lacked credible evidence.

U.S. District Judge Martha Pacold denied the singer’s motion, calling it an “extreme” and “drastic” request based on speculation rather than proof.

R. Kelly had argued the prosecutors in the Northern District of Illinois could not fairly handle his post-conviction proceedings due to alleged misconduct and internal conflicts.

“To warrant such an extraordinary intrusion into the affairs of a coequal branch as the disqualification of an entire USAO, a defendant must make an equally extraordinary showing. Kelly’s motion does not meet that standard,” Judge Pacold said.

Kelly claimed that a former prosecutor involved in his case had committed misconduct and that the remaining staff could not be impartial. However, the judge noted that the individual he accused no longer works for the office and that Kelly himself admitted the current prosecutor on the case did not engage in wrongdoing.

The court emphasized that removing an entire U.S. Attorney’s Office is a rare move.

Kelly’s legal team, led by attorney Beau Brindley, had filed the motion in June. They alleged misconduct, conflicts of interest and even possible criminal behavior by at least one former prosecutor.

Brindley argued the office could not be trusted to investigate itself and requested that the Department of Justice in Washington or another district step in.

R. Kelly is currently serving a 30-year sentence at FCI Butner in North Carolina following his 2022 conviction on federal charges involving child pornography and obstruction of justice. The Seventh Circuit upheld his conviction in 2024.

He is now pursuing a new trial, citing constitutional violations and claims of government misconduct.

His team alleges federal officials conspired to derail his defense, including stealing legal mail, coercing testimony, and even plotting to have him killed.

The government has until October 16, 2025, to respond to Kelly’s motion for a new trial.

Colin Kaepernick’s ESPN Documentary With Spike Lee Was Shelved, But Why?

By: Houston Williams Updated Aug 19, 2025 at 8:30pmCategory: Rumors

Colin Kaepernick was set to have a docuseries chronicling his long fight against police brutality, but ESPN has reportedly shelved the project. The series, produced by Spike Lee, was expected to shine a spotlight on Kaepernick’s activism and his battles both on and off the field. Instead, it’s been scrapped with little explanation. All Spike Lee would say is that the project isn’t coming out due to “creative differences.”

That’s a thin statement for something this significant. No details, no context, just those two words. Which makes me wonder—was this really a matter of clashing creative visions, or something bigger?

Here’s where speculation creeps in. Kaepernick has always been a lightning rod, and we’re still in a Trump-era climate where free speech and uncomfortable truths are often stifled. So the theory floating around is that ESPN might have intentionally shelved this. Maybe they bought the project with good intentions at first but later decided it was too messy to release.

READ ALSO: Spike Lee Reverses Course On Saying Goodbye To Denzel Washington

Hollywood plays this game all the time. Studios will spend millions to buy a film, only to lock it away so no one else can touch it. It’s not just about creativity. It’s about control. And with the NFL actively trying to repair its image, this series would have been a headache. Imagine if a Spike Lee-directed project laid bare the politics and pressure that essentially pushed Kaepernick out of football. That would be an ugly stain the league couldn’t scrub off.

Jay-Z and Roc Nation have been working overtime to push the narrative that real change has occurred since the Kaepernick situation. Meanwhile, Kaepernick’s camp has said the opposite, insisting he was shut out of the league for taking a knee. If this docuseries connected too many dots, it could have blown that debate wide open in ways the NFL doesn’t want.

So when I hear “creative differences,” I can’t help but roll my eyes. This wasn’t about art direction or editing choices. This wasn’t a Marvel movie or a Tim Burton flick. This was about business, politics, and damage control, in my view. Whether ESPN caved to pressure from the NFL or simply decided the project was bad for business, I doubt it was ever truly about “creativity.”

At the very least, I hope Spike and Kaepernick got fully paid for their work. Because even if the world never sees this series, the energy, time, and story behind it deserve to mean something.

BabyChiefDoIt Defends His Use Of ChatGPT—Slams Critics For “Taking It Out Of Context”

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Aug 19, 2025 at 7:00pmCategory: News

BabyChiefDoIt fired back at criticism over his use of ChatGPT to assist with lyrics, claiming his words were misinterpreted and insisting he’s still the mastermind behind his pen.

“If ChatGPT was the solution 2 all my problems Y in the absolute f#ck would I give yall the sauce,” he posted to his Instagram Story, doubling down on his creative control.

The backlash erupted after the rising Chicago drill artist told Power 105.1 that he’s been using ChatGPT to help finish songs.

“I’ve been using that s### to write my lyrics, real s###,” he admitted. “That s### works.” He clarified that he doesn’t copy the AI-generated lyrics word-for-word, saying, “It was some, you know, some s### that I could pull out of.”

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Still, the internet didn’t hold back. Critics accused him of compromising the authenticity of rap.

“Using AI like this will lead to the downfall of the entire music industry. Where is the creativity?” one commenter wrote. Another added, “Man I’d rather write bars off the dome than do s### like this. Where’s the soul & personality to the lyrics? Where’s the authenticity?”

Someone close to the rapper, possibly a team member, even stepped in to caution him about how he presents himself in interviews. “We gotta make sure we always position things from the drivers seat. We don’t wanna make it seem like you’re not a real writer and lyricist cause you are. People think you got ghost writers now,” they said. “We never wanna discredit ourselves.”

BabyChiefDoIt, who gained traction with his single “Went West,” has been carving out a name in the drill scene with his raw delivery and catchy hooks. His recent feature on Chance the Rapper’s new album, STAR LINE,—on the track “Drapetomania”—was expected to be a breakout moment, but the AI controversy has cast a shadow over the buzz.

He later mocked the outrage by prompting ChatGPT to call him the “dopest writer,” joking that he doesn’t need artificial intelligence to prove his skills.

Snoop Dogg Sells His Burned Blunts For $148K At Sold-Out Auction

By: London Jennn Updated Aug 19, 2025 at 6:00pmCategory: News

Snoop Dogg turned smoked-out roaches and a decades-old mugshot into high-priced collectibles as his “Ashes to Art” collection raked in $148,100 before closing Monday (August 18).

The standout piece, “Snoop Doggy Dogg Genesis Burn,” featuring his 1993 LAPD mugshot scorched with marijuana ash and sealed with a roach he personally smoked, fetched a whopping $70,000.

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The artwork includes a rare autograph and was described as “a raw, reverent flashback to the moment a legend was born. At its core is Snoop Dogg’s official 1993 LAPD mugshot—scorched at the edges, flecked with marijuana ash, and sealed beneath a smoked roach burned by Snoop himself. This isn’t just a portrait—it’s a timestamp from the fire that forged an icon.”

The auction, featured seven original pieces created in collaboration with artist and Joint Venture co-founder Erica Kovitz.

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Each item combined resin, pigment, glitter and actual cannabis remnants smoked by the West Coast icon himself.

Another top seller, “DoggyStyle Decoded,” included an original Doggystyle CD, a used joint tip and a metal ashtray. It sold for $16,500. “Golden Hour Cipher,” which displayed three roach ends framed in gold, brought in $12,500.

Other works in the collection included “Tiphany Smokes,” “Orange Chill,” “Pocket High Emerald” and “White Whisper,” each featuring Snoop’s signature blend of cannabis culture and art-world flair.

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All items came with a certificate of authenticity verifying their origin.

Bidding for the pieces started at $9,000, and by the time the auction wrapped, every piece in the “Ashes to Art” collection had been sold.

Offset’s New Album Ends With Message To Cardi B

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Aug 19, 2025 at 5:00pmCategory: News

Offset is ending his upcoming solo album KIARI with a song that marks the final page of his relationship with Cardi B, calling it a peaceful send-off to their rocky marriage.

The final track, titled “Move On,” reflects the Migos rapper’s decision to address their split head-on in music as he prepares for the release of his third solo project.

Speaking to the Associated Press, Offset explained the motivation behind the song, saying, “It’s about moving on, like, peacefully. That’s what the message is supposed to be. It’s all love and peace. I just ended the album with that, just to end that chapter because it’s time to move on, it’s over and done with.”

Offset described the process of writing “Move On” as a therapeutic way to close out a turbulent chapter in his personal life.

The couple first tied the knot in 2017, but the relationship was marked by multiple breakups and reconciliations. Cardi initially filed for divorce in 2020, and after a brief reunion, she filed again in 2024.

The pair share three children: 7-year-old Kulture, 3-year-old Wave and 11-month-old Blossom.

Reflecting on the marriage, Offset told AP, “It was great while it lasted. That shouldn’t be the topic for either one of us no more. It’s a book that’s closed.”

Cardi B confirmed she had moved on in June, posting a photo of herself lounging on a yacht with NFL player Stefon Diggs, further signaling the end of her chapter with Offset.

KIARI is set to drop on August 22.

Gervonta Davis Dodges Charge Of Beating Ex-Girlfriend After She Refuses To Snitch

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Aug 19, 2025 at 4:00pmCategory: News

Gervonta Davis dodged a battery charge in Miami after his ex refused to talk, leaving prosecutors with nothing to work with to pursue the case.

Back in July, cops cuffed the boxing champ after his ex claimed he smacked her during a heated exchange while they were swapping custody of their two kids.

The alleged fight happened on June 15, and she told police Davis hit the back of her head and slapped her face. She later went to the hospital.

But when it came time to take it to court, things fell apart fast.

According to a closeout memo dated August 11 obtained by Local10 the woman and her lawyer told the State Attorney’s Office she didn’t want to press charges and wasn’t scared of Davis.

She also made it clear she wasn’t being pressured or bribed to stay quiet.

With no witness and no statement, the case had no legs. The judge tossed it on August 12.

The cop who showed up to the scene didn’t see the fight, so there was no firsthand police testimony either. The only other possible witness—the woman’s mom—also stayed quiet.

Davis got booked on July 11 and bailed out the same day after posting $10,000. But without cooperation from the alleged victim, the whole thing fizzled out.

The woman reportedly told authorities the fight was tied to personal issues and stress over their kids. A police report said there had been around 10 other incidents between them, but none were officially documented.

This isn’t Davis’s first time dealing with accusations. He’s had other battery charges in the past, but this one officially got wiped off the board in August.

How to Remix a Song: The Complete Guide for Beginners

By: Staff Writer Updated Aug 19, 2025 at 3:33pmCategory: Music News

Introduction

Have you ever wondered how DJs and producers remix your favorite tunes for the dance floor? The magic is remixing. Learning to remix a song may expand your creative horizons, whether you’re a music producer, content developer, or digital music enthusiast. This beginner’s tutorial covers everything from understanding remixes to using the right tools and strategies to make it your own.

We’ll cover BPM, stems, and acapella recordings, and present easy-to-use tools like EaseUS BPM Key Finder to help you match tempo and key. You’ll learn how to remix a song legally and efficiently in FL Studio, Ableton Live, and iPhone GarageBand.

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Remixing 101: The Fundamental Concepts

Before learning the tools and processes, you need to grasp what remixing is and how it differs from other forms of music creation. These fundamentals will help you make better creative decisions and build a professional remix.

Remix vs. Cover vs. Edit

Remixes use original vocals or instrumentals and modify genre, pace, or structure. Covers are re-recorded versions of songs with the same words and melody. An edit involves minor changes like expanding the intro or rearranging the order without changing the core.

Key Terminology You Need to Know

BPM: Track pace. Remixing requires BPM matching.
Key: Song scale. By staying in key, your remix sounds harmonically perfect.
Stems: Song pieces like vocals, percussion, bass, etc., are utilized for remixing. For advanced stem separation, try the AI stem splitter to isolate individual instruments.
Acapella: A vocal-only version with high remix popularity.
Samples: Pre-recorded sounds or loops used in remixes to add flair.

Choosing the Right Song to Remix

Start with a song you love that features stems or acapella sounds for creative versatility. For extra experimentation, choose a tune with a clear vocal line and little clutter. Remixes of popular, emotive songs usually do better. To verify remix compatibility, use EaseUS BPM Key Finder to check the song’s BPM and key.

How to Remix a Song: Full Tips

Remixing a song requires structure, timing, and precision, not simply originality. Understanding the stages and employing the correct tools may make your club remix, lo-fi version, or experiment impressive.

We’ll also demonstrate EaseUS Music Key & BPM Finder, a powerful tool that properly detects tempo, key, and scale to aid music analysis. The typical remixing workflow is first.

General Steps to Remix a Song

Choose a Song and Isolate Elements

Start with a song you like that has stems or acapella. Try EaseUS Vocal Remover to remove vocals or instrumentals.

Song Key/Tempo Analysis

BPM and the Key of the original music should be determined before mixing. Use EaseUS Vocal Remover. The free, AI-powered EaseUS BPM & Key Finder lets remixers rapidly find a track’s key, scale, and tempo. It supports MP3, MP4, FLAC, M4A, and WAV files up to 350MB and 20 minutes long. This application helps DJs, producers, and newbies match the beats and harmonize.

Steps to Use EaseUS BPM Finder in Your Remix:

Step 1. Open EaseUS Vocal Remover and select “Key BPM Finder” from the left side panel.

Step 2. Upload your track using “Choose File.”

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Step 3. Let AI evaluate and show BPM, Key, and Camelot notation.

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Step 4. To save, click on “Export.csv file” to download findings for DAW reference.

Pros of EaseUS for Remixing:

Fast, free online tool without downloads.
Highly accurate AI detection.
File compatibility is broad.
Ideal for beginners and experts.
Works well with remix processes.

Create Remix of Songs

Once done, this is the time to actually get your hands into the song and create a remix. Different techniques can be used as per your knowledge and comprehension of the tracks. However, the most efficient method is to discover the tune and apply it in your remix.

How to Remix a Song for Beginners

Let’s apply remix theory to practice. After learning about BPM and stems, this section explores real-world processes using three common tools. Beginners may remix using FL Studio, Ableton Live, and iPhone GarageBand.

Please share this tutorial if you find these remixing methods helpful and encourage others to attempt them.

Make a song remix in FL Studio

FL Studio is ideal for Windows and macOS users who demand creative autonomy. This is a simple way to remix from scratch.

Step 1. Loading the original song

Launch FL Studio and create a project. Click “File > Import > Audio File” and choose your music. The playlist view shows a waveform. Use “Extract Stems from Sample” to separate elements like vocals and instruments. Loop useful parts, such as a four-bar intro.

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Step 2. Slicing and arranging song sections

Select to divide the music into logical 4-bar pieces (intro, verse, chorus). Move pieces to new Playlist tracks to repeat sections creatively.

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Step 3. Adding Effects and Filters

View the “Mixer” tab. Click a track and apply “reverb, delay, or EQ.”

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Step 4: Mixing and Mastering

Blend instrument levels in the Mixer, compress drums, and restrict the Master track. When finished, export your remix as WAV or MP3.

Mix a song legally in Ableton Live.

Want a simple DAW with smooth stems and automation? The remixing features in Ableton Live are powerful, especially with replaceable stems. Follow the steps:

Step 1. Key/Tempo identification

Use EaseUS BPM Key Finder to locate the song’s original key and BPM before importing stems. Introduced earlier

Step 2. Getting Stem

Official stems (vocals, drums, keys) simplify and legalize remixing. Many artists provide them. Voclr.it and other public acapella libraries assist.

Step 3. Stem Import

Drag stems from Finder or Explorer into “Arrangement View” with Live open. Drop each stem onto its track using “Ctrl/Command.” Turn off “Auto-Warp Long Samples” in “Preferences.” Stay on time by recording Warp Launch. Turn off Warp or use Complex Warp mode to avoid tempo drift and timing issues.

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Step 5. Add Bassline and Drums

Make beats in Ableton’s Drum Rack and add bassline patterns to MIDI songs below the chord channels.

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Step 6. Remix Structure

Arrange intro, build-up, drop, etc. in Arrangement View. Intro, breakdown, drop, and outro are common EDM remixes. Use color-coded clips to organize your mashup.

Step 7. Adding effects

Support rhythmic movement using audio snippets of “uplitters,” transitions, or ambient noise. In Ableton Browser, navigate to the “Sounds” tab and select FX tools like risers or impacts.

Step 8. Mixing/Mastering

Stock audio effects can balance levels, pan instruments, EQ bottom frequencies, and restrict or compress.

Remix an iPhone song in GarageBand

Transitioning without a computer? GarageBand on iPhone simplifies remixing for mobile creativity. Follow the steps to remix FX Remix:

Step 1. Create a song from scratch

On your iPhone or iPad, get GarageBand from the App Store and install it. Open it, then tap on the + icon to start a new project.

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Step 2. Select an instrument and record

Under the Tracks tab, you can view different instrument options. Locate the Keyboard by swiping and choose it. To record, tap Start, play your notes, and when finished, press Stop to save it. Before proceeding to the Workstation for viewing the recording, you can also adjust the sound.

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Step 3. Insert instruments

In the workstation, tap the + icon to add an instrument. For instance, select Drums for a modern beat. Do the recording like that of a keyboard: tap Start, play, then Stop.

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Step 4. Overdub vocal

From the workstation, tap + again, and choose Audio Recorder. If you want, select a voice effect, and adjust Tone or Squeeze before hitting Start to record. When done, tap Stop and return to the workstation.

Step 5. Combine tracks

If you swipe from the left, you will be able to access the track settings. Change the volume levels to make sure that sounds are not fighting with each other or silence the tracks that are playing to listen to the clarity of a particular sound.

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Final Words

Remixing is an art form that enables you to reinvent music in your way. Mobile apps like GarageBand or professional applications like FL Studio and Ableton make the process easier than ever. You can easily determine the tempo and key of any music with EaseUS BPM & Key Finder, making it easier to match rhythms and make seamless transitions.

We’ve defined remixes, edits, and covers, explained BPM and stems, and provided beginner-friendly methods. From legal advice to software walkthroughs, start here.

How to Remix a Song FAQs

Below we have a list of the most asked questions about how to remix a song:

Can I get in trouble for remixing a song without permission?

Yes, you can. If you publish or distribute a remix without authorization, you may face legal penalties. Sharing the remix on YouTube or SoundCloud might lead to copyright takedowns or litigation, even if you’re not generating money. Use Dubset or Tracklib for licensing or permission to avoid potential issues. Although not protected, it’s safer for educational or private use. You must research copyright laws to remix legally and respect the original creator’s rights.

How much of a song can I use legally?

The misconception that utilizing a few seconds of music is legal is false. Copyright law does not define “safe” seconds or percentages. Small, recognized samples might require clearance. Use royalty-free material or a license for safety. However, “fair use,” a legal defense, is not a right and depends on how you utilize the information. Create safe remixes by following licensing regulations or utilizing approved audio.

What’s the difference between a bootleg and a remix?

An officially approved remix changes pace or voice with the rights holder’s approval. Legal and issued by record labels or approved artists. However, a bootleg is an unauthorised remix or alteration. DJ culture shares these informally, but they’re illegal. Bootlegs risk takedowns or fines when played in live shows or uploaded on copyright-free platforms. Authorization distinguishes remixes from bootlegs.

EXCLUSIVE: Druski Gets Win In Diddy Baby Oil Lawsuit As Judge Threatens Lawyers

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Aug 19, 2025 at 3:00pmCategory: Exclusives

Druski scored a legal win in a high-profile sexual assault lawsuit tied to Diddy, after a federal judge warned the plaintiff’s attorneys they could be penalized for continuing to pursue claims against the comedian despite overwhelming proof he wasn’t there.

The lawsuit, filed by Ashley Parham, accuses Diddy and several others of a violent gang rape at a 2018 party in Orinda, California.

Parham alleges Druski covered her in baby oil or lubricant and used her body “like a slip and slide” during the attack. She also claims Diddy recorded the assault and threatened her afterward.

Druski, who was not part of the entertainment industry at the time, has denied any involvement.

On Tuesday (August 19), U.S. District Judge Rita F. Lin ruled that while lawyers had some basis to name Druski in the amended complaint filed in March 2025, their refusal to drop him after clear-cut evidence emerged could lead to sanctions.

His legal team submitted phone and bank records showing he was in Georgia on March 23, 2018 — the night of the alleged assault. His debit card was used in the Atlanta area and all phone activity originated from Georgia that day.

Despite the documentation, Parham’s attorneys told the court in July they had “no desire to dismiss” Druski from the case.

Judge Lin said that the stance “appears to lack any reasonable basis” in light of the evidence and ordered the lawyers to explain why they shouldn’t face sanctions.

The court gave the legal team until September 9 to justify their actions or voluntarily remove Druski from the lawsuit. Failing to do so could result in dismissal of the claims against him and a possible order to pay his legal fees.

Druski previously called the accusations “fabricated lies” and said, “I have never met any of the individuals involved. I was not in California at the time of the alleged incident.”

The original complaint also named Odell Beckham Jr., who also denied any involvement.

Parham’s legal representation is being led by attorney Ariel Mitchell, who is also facing separate legal trouble.

Diddy has filed a $100 million defamation lawsuit against Mitchell and Newsmax, accusing them of spreading false and malicious claims to damage his reputation.

Hip-Hop Amid Turmoil: Fat Joe Faces Shocking $20M Sex Exploitation Lawsuit

By: Staff Writer Updated Aug 19, 2025 at 2:25pmCategory: Uncategorized

Hip-hop heavyweight Fat Joe, known for his chart-topping hits like “All the Way Up”, now finds himself at the center of a disturbing legal storm.

A $20 million lawsuit was filed in June by his former hype man, Terrance “T.A.” Dixon. If these allegations are proven, they could reshape the landscape of power dynamics in the music industry.

While various artists in this genre have faced controversy over the years in relation to sex scandals or hiring escorts while on tour, this latest scandal has become huge news within the industry. The shocking allegations have been denied by the star, with his legal team claiming it is a ‘retaliatory smear campaign’.

Allegations of Coercion and Psychological Abuse

According to court documents filed in the Southern District of New York, Dixon—who worked as Fat Joe’s hype man, lyricist, background vocalist, and bodyguard for nearly two decades—claims that Fat Joe orchestrated a “culture of dominance and humiliation.”

He alleges that he was coerced into performing approximately 4,000 sex acts with women while Joe and others watched—on yachts, hotel rooms, and even international locations such as Spain and Germany. These acts, Dixon says, were not for gratification but as a means of psychological control.

In one particularly disturbing incident, Dixon alleges that when he resisted an assigned encounter, Fat Joe canceled his flight home, leaving him stranded and financially crippled. Dixon says the repeated abuse resulted in severe mental health consequences, including PTSD and anxiety.

Perhaps most chilling, the complaint includes claims that Dixon witnessed sexual activity involving underage girls, including 15- and 16-year-olds—allegations that Fat Joe’s attorney has called categorically false.

Legal and Professional Fallout

Fat Joe’s defense, led by attorney Joseph Tacopina, characterizes the lawsuit as a retaliatory move aimed at money and attention, following a prior lawsuit Joe filed against Dixon for extortion and defamation. Tacopina disparaged the allegations as “fabrications” and stated that Joe will “not be intimidated.”

Despite this vehement denial, the case has already cast a long shadow over Fat Joe’s reputation. The lawsuit also names Roc Nation, the artist’s entertainment company, accusing them of having knowledge—or the duty to know—about Dixon’s royal rights as a co-author and the alleged abusive conduct.

A Turning Point in Hip-Hop Accountability

This lawsuit emerges amid a growing wave of scrutiny surrounding systemic abuses within the music industry, particularly hip-hop. With the high-profile Diddy trial and other legal entanglements still fresh in public consciousness, the Fat Joe case underscores a critical turning point: scrutiny of abuse is not limited to headline-making celebrities but extends to the entire machinery behind the scenes.

What’s Next?

The coming months will be pivotal. As Fat Joe prepares his defense—potentially using the defamation case as a counterweight—the court will examine whether allegations of coercion and sexual exploitation can be substantiated. Meanwhile, the industry watches closely, knowing that accountability may no longer rest solely on artists themselves, but also on those wielding power behind the mic.

Kanye West Banned From Prague Performance As Citizens Protest His Praise Of Hitler

By: London Jennn Updated Aug 19, 2025 at 2:00pmCategory: News

Kanye West was swiftly shut down by Prague’s mayor after thousands of Czech citizens signed a petition demanding the city block him from any potential performance over his public praise of Adolf Hitler and use of Nazi imagery.

Almost 15,000 people signed the petition urging Prague officials to stop West from performing in the Czech capital, citing his recent song “Heil Hitler,” merchandise featuring swastikas and his repeated glorification of Nazi crimes.

The petition argued that allowing the rapper to perform would dishonor Holocaust victims and risk drawing extremist groups into the city.

“There is no requirement for us to hold such a concert and if we were asked to do so, we would not do it,” Prague Mayor Zdeněk Hřib said, backing the public outcry.

His deputy for culture, Jiří Pospíšil, was even more direct.

“Prague is not a place to celebrate Nazism. We experienced the horrors of World War II firsthand, and now we should not give space to people who glorify these crimes,” He said. “I am strongly against Kanye West performing in Prague. A person who does not hide his admiration for Hitler has no business in Prague!”

West’s behavior has already led to the cancellation of a major Slovakian Hip-Hop festival he was set to headline earlier in 2025. Organizers are now reportedly eyeing Prague as the replacement venue.

Earlier this year, Kanye West’s Australian visa was revoked by the Department of Home Affairs due to his release of the song “Heil Hitler.” The track glorifies Nazi leader Adolf Hitler and promotes Nazism.

The visa cancellation followed a series of antisemitic remarks and Nazi praise made by West on social media, including declaring himself a Nazi.

Atmosphere, Fashawn, Souls Of Mischief: Hip-Hop Mourns Aesop Of Living Legends

By: Kyle Eustice Updated Aug 19, 2025 at 1:00pmCategory: News

The Hip-Hop community suffered a monumental blow on Monday (August 18), when it was discovered Aesop of the Living Legends had died. The veteran West Coast MC, originally from Fresno, California, helped establish the blueprint to successfully navigating an independent rap career.

Naturally, his Living Legends brethren are in a deep state of mourning, still coming to terms with their new reality. After all, the Living Legends are booked for several high profile gigs, including a show at the historic Red Rocks Amphitheater on September 19 with Atmosphere, Dilated Peoples, Cunninlynguists, Immortal Technique and Hieroglyphics.

Just weeks before Aesop’s unexpected passing, The Grouch also announced his annual How the Grouch Stole Christmas Tour with Living Legends, Cunninlynguists and Souls of Mischief on the bill, something Aesop was really looking forward to. As he mentioned in the caption, “Gone end this year on a good note.”

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As the news continues to ripple across social media, several of Aesop’s peers have expressed their condolences and sorrow, including Planet Asia, Slug of Atmosphere, Pigeon John, Percee P, Project Blowed and Fashawn.

“I have known @blackaesop since I was 15 years old,” Planet Asia wrote in an Instagram post. “He is a member of my original crew, SKHOOL YARD MASSIVE. We all are going to miss joking and arguing with you bro. I was woken up to the calls from my brothers @559shakedamayor and T CARTER giving me the sad news. REST IN POWER FAM. Feels like i’m at the end of a dope ass movie cause now we are missing another one of our main characters. PEACE TO THE LIVING LEGEND FROM THE YARD!!!”

Fashawn, who hails from Fresno as well, wrote simply, “AESOP FOREVER.”

It’s unclear how Living Legends will handle their tour plans. The group’s latest album, The Return, was released in 2023. Many of the Legends have continued releasing solo projects, including The Grouch, who dropped The 50-Year-Old Rapper in May.

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JAY-Z Could Be Plotting His Musical Return—Memphis Bleek Spills On “Drink Champs”

By: Houston Williams Updated Aug 19, 2025 at 12:30pmCategory: Rumors

JAY-Z and the word “retirement” have never truly mixed, but it’s been eight years since his last solo album, 4:44, changed the conversation around grown-man rap. That 2017 record cemented his role as the elder statesman of Hip-Hop, a mogul who could rap about wealth, mistakes and redemption without losing his edge. Now, whispers suggest the Roc Nation founder may be sharpening his pen again.

In a fresh interview, longtime collaborator Memphis Bleek claimed Hov is back in the booth. “He’s recording,” Bleek said on the Drink Champs podcast. “Whether or not we hear it, is another story.”

The Brooklyn native also revealed he asked his mentor for a verse and Jay’s response was simple: “He has me.”

The rumor comes at a time when Jay has been spotted onstage with Beyoncé during her global run, sliding into verses that sent fans into a frenzy. Those brief appearances sparked rumors that the billionaire rapper might finally be gearing up for a project after years of focusing on business, philanthropy and family.

Memphis Bleek said similar things in the past, but this Drink Champs interview feels different. As you know, that’s a show famous for letting liquor loosen the lips. Pause. Some may question whether Jay is actually plotting an official return, because time has changed so much. He may just be laying down verses here and there. Still, Bleek has rarely spoken without reason. They might be seeding the landscape.

The timing feels right too. Beyoncé has wrapped her latest tour, the Carters’ children are heading back to school, and JAY-Z has been unusually quiet in an industry where silence often signals a storm brewing. The chatter could also redirect attention away from gossip about his personal life and back to the music that made him one of rap’s most enduring figures.

If 4:44 was the confessional, maybe the next chapter will be the celebration. Fans have waited nearly a decade for another full-length from Hov. Whether it comes this year, next year or never at all, the possibility alone is enough to remind everyone why JAY-Z’s name still holds weight.

Doechii Backed Out Of These Festivals—People Want Answers

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Aug 19, 2025 at 12:03pmCategory: News

Doechii pulled the plug on multiple major festival shows in Europe this week and folks are not happy about it—mainly because no one knows why she backed out.

The Hip-Hop artist and Grammy winner axed three back-to-back gigs: Rock en Seine in Paris, All Points East in London and the Forwards Festival in Bristol. All of those were set to go down between Thursday and Sunday.

The Rock en Seine team broke the news first on IG, saying, “We regret to announce that Doechii will not be able to perform at Rock en Seine this Thursday, August 21st. She is an incredible artist, and like all her fans, we were very excited to see her in Paris. Following the lineup changes for Thursday, August 21st, those who purchased tickets for this date will be contacted by email as soon as possible.”

Fans attending Rock en Seine were extra mad because A$AP Rocky also announced he was pulling out of his headlining slot a few weeks ago.

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Then All Points East and Forwards Bristol followed up with their own Instagram posts confirming she was out.

Forwards Festival tried to soften the blow by hyping up their stacked Sunday lineup with Jorja Smith, The Last Dinner Party and Olivia Dean.

They posted, “We are so proud of this year’s Sunday lineup, with three amazing female headliners in Jorja Smith, The Last Dinner Party and Olivia Dean gracing our stage, as well as a plethora of other amazing musical talent across the day.”

All Points East also tried to keep the mood up, writing they still have “an amazing lineup including RAYE, Tyla, JADE, Jyoty, Nao and many more.”

Still, people were not feeling the sudden bail. The comment sections were full of folks demanding ticket refunds.

“I bought my seat only for doechii and asap… Both of them are cancelled,” one user wrote. “what are about the people that just bought tickets for those artists? first rocky, now doechii. we need to get a refund asap, it’s so f##### hilarious,” another fumed.

The timing of this is weird too, since Doechii’s about to hit the road for her Live from the Swamp Tour, kicking off October 14 in Chicago.

50 Cent Moves Forward With Permanent G-Dome Project Ahead Of 2026 Humor & Harmony Festival

By: London Jennn Updated Aug 19, 2025 at 11:00amCategory: News

50 Cent is making good on his promise of a permanent G-Dome in downtown Shreveport following the success of his inflatable venue during last year’s Humor & Harmony Festival, marking a major step in his G-Unit expansion plans across Louisiana.

Crews have already started preparations for the new structure, which will replace the temporary dome used during the August 2024 event.

The development was a key topic during the Caddo Parish Economic Development Committee meeting held Monday (August 18), where officials reviewed the long-term economic potential of the venue.

The committee emphasized the G-Dome’s role in revitalizing downtown Shreveport and boosting local jobs in hospitality and entertainment.

While financial details remain under wraps due to a non-disclosure agreement, Hall confirmed that public-private collaboration is part of the funding strategy.

50 Cent Says G-Dome Will Be Even Bigger Than Temporary Structure

The permanent G-Dome is expected to be larger and serve as a year-round destination for entertainment, tourism and community events.

“Don’t worry the permanent G-DOME will be being built shortly and now I know what we just had wasn’t big enough. Let’s go let’s get it!” 50 Cent wrote following the first festival.

The G-Dome is just one piece of 50 Cent’s broader plan to invest in Shreveport.

His Humor & Harmony Festival, held from August 8 to August 11 in 2024, brought together Hip-Hop shows, comedy acts, a celebrity basketball game and family-friendly attractions like the 50 Fit Park.

The event was staged across multiple venues, including the temporary G-Dome and the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium.

The festival also served a philanthropic purpose, supporting the G-Unity Foundation’s mission to uplift underserved youth and promote economic growth in overlooked communities.

Despite Shreveport’s struggles with crime, the 2024 event weekend saw no incidents, a point 50 Cent celebrated as a reason to make the festival an annual tradition.

The permanent G-Dome is expected to be completed in phases, with construction already underway as of Monday (August 18).

Local officials confirmed 50 Cent’s Humor & Harmony Festival returns in Spring 2006.

Omar Gooding’s Savage Dis Could Result In Cam’ron Lawsuit

By: Houston Williams Updated Aug 19, 2025 at 10:31amCategory: Rumors

“Watching another grown man dress himself? What’s wrong with you?”

Did Omar Gooding just pull off the ultimate Uno Reverse on Cam’ron?

Omar Gooding is better known for Hollywood roles than Hip-Hop bars, but here we are in 2025.. The actor just lit a fire under Cam’ron with a diss track that’s got the internet buzzing. What started as trolling has now shifted into a full lyrical diss. Gooding’s disses are cutting deep. Who expected this?

Cam’ron, the Harlem legend who helped define an era with Dipset, has been digging deep as a podcaster, entrepreneur and cultural commentator. Hee turned his attention toward Gooding, booking the actor for what was framed as a $3,000 gig in Florida. The job looked more like a setup than an opportunity, with Cam posting behind-the-scenes footage of Gooding in a hotel room, shirtless at times and wearing a white tank top in other moments. At first glance, it seemed like Cam had the upper hand, clowning the actor as someone way out of his lane.

But Gooding didn’t let the embarrassment slide. Instead, he jumped in the booth and came back with a diss record that caught everyone off guard. The track, posted on YouTube and Instagram, stretches across three verses. The beat switches keep the energy unpredictable. Gooding directly addressed the Florida stunt, rapping about Cam’s “Diddy cameras” and flipping the narrative from frat-style pranking into something darker and more unsettling. Cam allegedly taped dude in his dressing room…as he was half naked. There was heavy emphasis on the word “pause,” but he that made it clear he wasn’t laughing.

In this round, the actor swung momentum in his favor, for now.

Now the question looms: will Cam’ron lace up and respond? With his podcast and business ventures booming, some wonder if he’ll shrug off the diss. He really cannot afford to take a L. But Cam is still celebrated for his slick Harlem raps, heads are eager to see him step back into the booth. Who wants to see the Diplomats general sidestep a challenge when the “actor” came prepared for battle. This is getting tricky!

The feud might be silly, but it’s also entertaining. If Cam’ron jumps back in, Hip-Hop could be treated to one of the most unexpected rap battles. The ball is in Cam’s court.

I am calling it a tie for now. Omar Gooding has shown that the underdog can flip the script at any time!

Oh yeah, if this turns legal…that script might be judges and lawyers reading rights and whatnot!

Cardi B Pays Tribute To Her Friend After Fatal Shooting

By: London Jennn Updated Aug 19, 2025 at 10:00amCategory: News

Cardi B took to social media to grieve the death of Dominican influencer Ariela Mejia-Polanco, known online as Ariela La Langosta, who was fatally shot inside her car on the Cross County Parkway in Mount Vernon, New York, after leaving a Manhattan nightclub where she worked.

Ariela was discovered on Saturday (August 17) with multiple gunshot wounds, prompting police to launch a homicide investigation they believe was likely “targeted for violence.” No suspects have been named.

Cardi B honored her memory, sharing a photo of Ariela on her Instagram Stories with the caption, “Rip Dominican pretty.”

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6ix9ine, who previously featured Ariela in his 2023 “Wapae” music video, also posted several photos and videos of their time together and called her “the queen of New York.”

In another, he said, “You supported me in everything,” calling Ariela “My sister.”

Ariela had reportedly just left a party at Ikon New York, a club and restaurant in Manhattan where she worked as a waitress, shortly before the shooting.

Ikon New York temporarily shut its doors in response to her death, calling her “a bright, humble spirit who could light up any room.”

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Another post read “our hearts are broken. Your joy, your humility, and the way you treated everyone with so much care always made you stand out. Thank you for giving so much love and support to our home, which also became yours. To Ariela’s family, we are here for anything you need. We still can’t believe it.”

Other nightlife venues also posted tributes, reflecting the profound impact she had on the city’s entertainment scene.

Ariela had built a sizable following online, amassing more than 556,000 Instagram followers with her fashion-forward content and magnetic personality.

Fake Justin Bieber Racks Up $10K Bill After Convincing Vegas Club Performance

By: London Jennn Updated Aug 19, 2025 at 8:00amCategory: News

Justin Bieber became the center of a viral nightclub hoax after a convincing lookalike tricked staff and partygoers at Wynn’s XS Nightclub in Las Vegas into believing the pop star had dropped in for a surprise performance.

The impersonator, who nailed Bieber’s swagger and stage presence, managed to get on stage during DJ Gryffin’s set and performed “Sorry” for more than four minutes.

Justin Bieber IMPERSONATOR tricked an entire Las Vegas nightclub into thinking he was Bieber. 😂😭pic.twitter.com/BT3NnnkrhB
— DramaAlert (@DramaAlert) August 18, 2025

The crowd went wild. So did the DJ—until he realized he’d been duped.

“I was told he wanted to perform,” Gryffin said in a video posted to Instagram on Monday (August 18). “The dark venue and loud music” made it easier for the impersonator to pass as the real deal, he added.

Gryffin, still laughing at the situation, captioned the video recap “biebergate2025” and titled it “how bustin jeiber duped me during my own set.”

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The clip shows the fake Bieber hyping up the crowd, dancing with guests and soaking up the spotlight like a seasoned headliner.

Gryffin said he genuinely thought it was the pop star, adding he assumed Bieber “put on a lot of weight after the album dropped.”

The ruse didn’t last long. Once club management caught on, the faux Bieber was banned from the venue and slapped with a bill reportedly nearing $10,000 for services and table charges racked up during his brief moment of fame.

Justin Bieber has not commented on the incident.

Meanwhile, Instagram users flooded Gryffin’s comment section with jokes.

One wrote, “Is it too late now to say sorry?” Another added, “I just love that this guy had a team!” A third chimed in, “Amazing song choice by him and his ‘team’ if you think about it.”

“Ketamine Queen” To Plead Guilty In Matthew Perry Death Case

By: London Jennn Updated Aug 19, 2025 at 6:00amCategory: AHHplus

Jasveen Sangha, known in underground circles as the “Ketamine Queen,” has agreed to plead guilty to five federal drug charges tied to the overdose death of actor Matthew Perry at his Los Angeles home.

The plea deal spares Sangha from a September trial and makes her the final of five defendants to admit guilt in the high-profile case, ABC News reports.

Prosecutors say she supplied the powerful anesthetic that ultimately led to Perry’s death on October 28, 2023.

The 54-year-old actor died from acute ketamine toxicity, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.

The charges against Sangha include maintaining a drug-involved premises, three counts of ketamine distribution and one count of distribution resulting in death or serious injury.

She faces a possible sentence stretching into decades.

“She’s taking responsibility for her actions,” her attorney Mark Geragos said in a statement.

Authorities say Sangha worked with Erik Fleming—who previously pleaded guilty—to funnel 51 vials of ketamine to Perry in the weeks leading up to his death.

Perry had been receiving legal ketamine therapy for depression, but was also acquiring additional doses from Sangha and others, which prosecutors say fueled an “out of control” addiction.

On the day Perry died, his longtime live-in assistant Kenneth Iwamasa administered at least three injections from Sangha’s stash, according to investigators.

Federal prosecutors described Sangha as a well-connected dealer who catered to elite clients and flaunted her lifestyle on social media.

After Perry’s death, she allegedly attempted to erase evidence by urging associates to delete incriminating messages.

Sangha’s guilty plea was filed in federal court and officially ends the criminal proceedings tied to Perry’s overdose.

Fat Joe Capping About Notorious B.I.G. Collab Album Former Biz Partner Says

By: Mike Winslow Updated Aug 18, 2025 at 11:02pmCategory: News

Fat Joe is being accused of exaggerating his claims about a joint album with The Notorious B.I.G. by none other than Biggie’s former business partner and close confidant, Lance “Un” Rivera, who says he never heard of such a project.

During a recent appearance on the Jada and Joe show, Fat Joe said he and Biggie had recorded between five and eight tracks together for an unreleased collaborative album before the Brooklyn rapper’s death in 1997.

Joe claimed the songs were shelved because many were aimed at Tupac Shakur during the height of the East Coast-West Coast rivalry. He said the disrespectful tone of the records made him feel they “should never see the light of day.”

But Rivera, who co-founded Undeas Entertainment with Biggie and helped launch Junior M.A.F.I.A., isn’t buying it.

“I love Fat Joe, Fat Joe is my guy,” Rivera told The Art of Dialogue. “I love the ‘Jada and Joe’ show, and now I know why they’re running with the Joe’s the King of cap. I’ma call cap. I’ma call cap without even knowing. Because I don’t know for sure, right? If there was a real legitimate album, I would have heard about that.”

Rivera explained that Biggie’s recording habits didn’t lend themselves to full-length collaborations without people in his inner circle being aware.

“I wouldn’t have heard about them doing songs together, because in Daddy’s House, if B.I.G.’s going to studio, you could get a verse or you might not get a verse, depending on his mood and how much money you had in your pocket,” he said. “You know what I’m saying? Because he was a, ‘how much weed you got on you’ type, you know what I’m saying? But I call cap on Fat Joe. Show me the receipts.”

Fat Joe has not responded publicly to Rivera’s comments.

In previous interviews, Joe said some of the tracks may have been destroyed after the deaths of Biggie and Tupac, citing the aggressive content.

The Notorious B.I.G. was killed in Los Angeles on March 9, 1997, just weeks before the release of his Life After Death album.