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Malik Yoba Flips Out Over Underaged Transgender Love Question!

By: Rico Panacea Updated Category: Rumors
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(AllHipHop Rumors) Malik Yoba is a veteran actor. The New York native cut his chops in the 1990’s on network television.

Malik was one of the stars of the series “New York Undercover.” He also had made various television and film appearances over the years.

Now Malik is back in the news and has rumors swirling, after a slew of interviews and controversial comments. It started after he addressed his thoughts on men being attracted to transgender men/women.

The actor revealed he was attacked to transexuals during as he promoted the National Trans Visibility March on DC.

This lead to a transgender woman named Mariah Lopez Ebony to come forward and accuse Malik of paying her and other sex workers while he was filming “New York Undercover.”

Recently Malik Yoba flipped out during an interview when he was pressed about having an improper relationship with Mariah Ebony Lopez.

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Suspect Busted Prowling Outside Of The Weeknd’s Mansion

By: Mike Winslow Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) A man has reportedly been arrested after allegedly trespassing outside The Weeknd’s Hidden Hills home near Calabasas, California.

According to reports police officers were called to the gated neighborhood after the man was caught behaving suspiciously on Tuesday.

Law enforcement said the apparent trespasser was captured and is currently being quizzed to determine why he was near the musician’s home.

It is unclear whether The Weeknd, real name Abel Tesfaye, was home at the time of the episode.

“Hidden Hills” is a beloved community of stars due to its tight security, with other occupants including Kim Kardashian, Kanye West, and French Montana.

Chance The Rapper Tour Is Back On After Baby Break

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Chance The Rapper has officially started his delayed tour after taking a family break.

The hitmaker suspended the tour, which was slated to start on September 14.

Earlier this month he said he stopped the tour because he needed to be with his family.

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“I thought it over for the past week and I’ve decided to push back my tour,” he told fans in an Instagram post. “I need to be as helpful and available as possible to my wife in these early months of raising (daughters) Kensli and Marli.

“I apologize because I know how many people were counting on seeing me soon, but I hope you’ll understand and forgive me in time.”

The tour will now start in San Diego, California on January 15.

Chance will warm-up for the dates with performances in his native Chicago, Illinois on September 28 and Miami, Florida on November 11.

Trouble Says He Won’t Appear On “Love & Hip Hop” With Alexis Skyy Over Crappy Salary!

By: Rico Panacea Updated Category: Rumors
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(AllHipHop Rumors) Rapper Trouble is one of Atlanta’s favorite sons. Trouble has built his name through releasing a string of dope mixtapes.

This led to the rapper signing a deal with producer Mike Will Made It. However, Trouble recently also signed a deal with Def Jam Records.

Things have been on the rise for the Atlanta native, even in his personal life as he was romantically linked to “Love And Hip Hop” star Alexis Skyy.

The cucumber-loving couple seemed to be happy, but things are not always as they seem on IG.

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It was recently announced that the pair would be splitting with Trouble stating, “I’m not a ‘Love & Hip Hop n##a who’s willing to sacrifice my peace for 2k an episode.”

Now news of why the couple may have split is coming to light. Rumors of infidelity on Trouble’s behalf are swirling.

Trouble went missing for two days, Alexis couldn’t find him and later the company received a video of Trouble kissing on another woman.

It’s hard keeping up with celebrity couples these days. Leave a comment below and let us know what you think about the situation.

Rapper NoCap Gives Up And Surrenders To Cops Over Shooting

By: Mike Winslow Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Rapper NoCap is in custody for his part in a drive-by shooting in Mobile, Alabama earlier this month.

NoCap, born Kobe Crawford, is charged with shooting up a house as a man tried to flee inside after a physical conflict on September 8th.

Luckily no one in the home was injured by the reckless gunfire.

NoCap took off and went on the lam from September 18 until Wednesday (September 25), when surrendered at the Mobile County Metro Jail.

Earlier this week, police apprehended NoCap’s sister Briana in relation to the gunplay for allegedly enabling the rapper to flee the scene in a car.

NoCap is officially charged with shooting into an occupied dwelling and reckless endangerment.

Briana is also facing a charge of shooting into an occupied dwelling, for acting as the getaway driver.

ISWI Ambassador French Montana Launches Coding Fellowship Program For Immigrant Youth

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Karim “French Montana” Kharbouch continues to use his celebrity to highlight the plight of people around the world. After partnering with Global Citizen in 2018, French is now working with I Stand With Immigrants.

“We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome French Montana as the very first I Stand With Immigrants ambassador,” states Jen Martin, Director of the ISWI initiative. “At a time when it’s more important than ever to highlight positive stories of immigrants and immigration, we’re deeply grateful that French is continuing to share his own experience and use his platform to uplift immigrant voices in The Bronx and across the country.”

Montana’s new role as the I Stand With Immigrants Ambassador comes concurrently with the launch of the Karim Kharbouch Coding Fellowship Program at The Knowledge House in the Bronx. He is also partnering with FWD.us to design a special edition ISWI t-shirt. A portion of the proceeds will go to support DACA renewal fees.

“I’m blessed to give back to my community that has given so much to me. As a kid from the Bronx, it’s important for me to arm them with tools they can use to create a great future for themselves,” says Moroccan-born French Montana.

The Knowledge House has already provided technology and coding skills exposure for more than 800 Bronx-area youth. The nonprofit will partner with local high schools to deliver an 80-hour Exploring Technology curriculum as a way to prepare students for careers in STEM.

Program participants will also have access to The Knowledge House staff, who will coordinate resources for immigrant youth and families. The Informed Immigrant organization and its network of immigrant rights leaders, lawyers, technologists, and service providers will facilitate the TKH action. 

“On behalf of The Knowledge House, I am grateful to be partnering with French Montana to bring our technology programs to Bronx youth from immigrant families. As the daughter of immigrants, I know first hand how important it is to put resources in the hands of people as they work towards realizing the American Dream,” expresses Jerelyn Rodriguez, Co-Founder/CEO of The Knowledge House.

Rodriguez continues, “Our technology programs have helped an average of 3 out of 4 of our graduates land their first job in tech. With French Montana’s support we can make sure hundreds of Bronx youth launch life-changing careers in technology.”

Along with allying with The Knowledge House, I Stand With Immigrants, and FWD.us for the Karim Kharbouch Coding Fellowship Program, French Montana is also preparing to release his third studio album MONTANA. The Epic/Bad Boy recording artist recently teased the upcoming music video for “Writing on the Wall” featuring Post Malone and Cardi B.

Drake Earns His First Diamond-Certified Single With “God’s Plan”

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Aubrey Drake Graham already holds the record for most entries on the Hot 100 chart for a solo act with 205 songs. However, the Canadian’s “God’s Plan” may go down as the biggest hit of his career.

The Recording Industry Association of America has now certified the Scorpion track as 11x-Platinum. This gives Drake the first Diamond Award of his career. He joins Wiz Khalifa (“See You Again”), Eminem (“Lose Yourself,” “Not Afraid,” “Love The Way You Lie”), and Macklemore (“Thrift Shop”) as the only rappers to have a single move more than 10 million units.

Drake also recently earned new plaques for “Hotline Bling” (8x-Platinum), “In My Feelings” (5x-Platinum), “Started From The Bottom” (6x-Platinum), “One Dance” (8x-Platinum), “The Motto” (6x-Platinum), “Take Care” (5x-Platinum), and “Nice For What” (5x-Platinum). 

With the new certifications, Drake’s lifetime total for digital singles units rises to 169. The OVO leader is the all-time top certified artist in the category. He is followed by Rihanna (125), Taylor Swift (121), Eminem (107.5), and Katy Perry (102). 

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Nipsey Hussle, Killer Mike, Jhené Aiko & More Stars To Appear On Cardi B, T.I. & Chance The Rapper’s ‘Rhythm + Flow’

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) The first four episodes of Rhythm + Flow are scheduled to debut on Wednesday, October 9. Netflix’s first Hip Hop competition show will feature Cardi B, Chance The Rapper, and T.I. as official judges.

Additionally, numerous other music industry insiders will pop up on Rhythm + Flow. Snoop Dogg, Quavo, Fat Joe, Anderson .Paak, Royce da 5’9,” John Legend, Big Boi, Killer Mike, Twista, Lupe Fiasco, Jadakiss, Ebro, Miguel, Teyana Taylor, Jhené Aiko, Tory Lanez, Ty Dolla $ign, DJ Khaled, Smack, King Los, Sounwave, Hit-Boy, London on da Track, Tay Keith, the late Nipsey Hussle, and more guests will make appearances.

Tip, Cardi, and Chance traveled to Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta, and Chicago to find America’s best undiscovered talent. The 10-episode program was divided into three phases Week 1 – “The Auditions” (October 9, episodes 1-4); Week 2 – “Cyphers, Rap Battles & Music Videos” (October 16, episodes 5-7); Week 3 – “Samples, Collaborations & Finale” (October 23, episodes 8-10).

Belcalis “Cardi B” Almánzar, Chancelor “Chance The Rapper” Bennett, Tip “T.I.” Harris, Jeff Pollack, Gaspin for Gaspin Media, Jesse Collins for Jesse Collins Entertainment, Nikki Boella, John Legend, Mike Jackson, and Ty Stiklorius for Get Lifted Film Co. are all credited as executive producers for Rhythm + Flow.

6ix9ine Reportedly Plans To Reject The Witness Protection Program

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Will Daniel “Tekashi 6ix9ine” Hernandez be able to make music again? That is one of the public’s pressing questions after the rainbow-haired rapper’s three-day testimony for federal prosecutors went viral.

6ix9ine took the stand against his alleged former Nine Trey Bloods comrades Anthony “Harv” Ellison and Aljermiah “Nuke” Mack. The “Gummo” performer also named Casanova, Trippie Redd, Jim Jones, and Cardi B as Blood members in open court.

The terms “snitch” and “rat” were quickly pinned on Tekashi, and the internet was flooded with memes making fun of him. People began to wonder if cooperating with the government to convict his ex-partners would be the end of 6ix9ine’s career, especially because it was assumed he would take on a new identity for safety.

According to TMZ, Tekashi will choose not to enter the witness protection program upon release from federal custody. Apparently, the Dummy Boy album creator wants to return to the rap game with 24-hour security.

Ellison was accused of taking part in kidnapping and robbing 6ix9ine in 2018. He and Mack are facing racketeering and firearm charges. They both pleaded not guilty. 

Tekashi 6ix9ine was indicted on racketeering, using a firearm during a crime of violence, and other counts. The 23-year-old Brooklynite was facing a minimum sentence of 47 years in prison. He pleaded guilty before agreeing to be the prosecution’s “star witness.”

Cardi B Recalls #MeToo Incident During A Magazine Photoshoot On ‘Untold Stories Of Hip Hop’

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Tonight, WE tv airs the debut episode of Angie Martinez’s Untold Stories of Hip Hop. The series presents previously unknown moments throughout the history of the culture directly from the artists’ perspective.

Martinez met with Hip Hop legend Snoop Dogg and rap hitmaker Cardi B for the initial show. During her segment, Cardi told Angie about the time she was sexually harassed during a photoshoot.

“I will never forget how I went to shoot for this magazine and the photographer, he was trying to get close to me. Like, ‘Yeah, you want to get into this magazine?’ And he pulled his d*ck out. I was so f*cking mad,” recalled the native New Yorker.

She continued, “You know what’s so crazy? I told the magazine owner, and he just looked at me like, ‘So? And?’ When I see the #MeToo movement – there’s girls from the hood. I know they went through the same type of treatment.”

When asked if she has to deal with that behavior from men now that she is a bona fide entertainment superstar, the Hustlers actress replied, “Oh, hell no. I’ll put you on blast on my Instagram. I hope a n*gga would [laughs].”

Season 1 of Untold Stories of Hip Hop will also include conversations with A$AP Rocky, DJ Khaled, Queen Latifah, Ice Cube, Ice-T, MC Lyte, Wyclef Jean, Nelly, Ja Rule, Fat Joe, and more rap representatives. The series premieres Thursday, September 26 at 10 pm ET/9 pm CT.

Will Kanye West Actually Release His ‘Jesus Is King’ Album On September 27?

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Some rap fans and pundits were preparing for a possible sales battle between North Carolina newcomer DaBaby and Chicago veteran Kanye West. Some reports now suggest DaBaby’s Kirk could be the only LP from the two rhymers to arrive on Friday.

A source told Variety that Kanye’s Jesus Is King is being pushed back from its announced September 27 release date. However, someone extremely close to Ye, his wife Kim Kardashian, informed her 62 million Twitter followers that the project is still coming out this week. Kardashian retweeted a tweet from the @colinags Twitter account that read, “2 more days Jesus is King.” Colin only has 2,515 followers, but two of those people are Kim K and Kanye. 

Meanwhile, New York Times reporter Joe Coscarelli tweeted on Thursday, “It’s Kanye so who knows but I’m hearing from many industry people that ‘Jesus Is King’ is not coming on Friday, despite people on the ground in Wyoming trying to make it happen……..”

@colinags replied to Coscarelli’s post by writing, “Kim wouldn’t be retweeting countdowns if this was so…” The unknown individual later admitted, “I know as much about Kanye’s album as [everyone] else here. I’m trying to piece it together just as everyone else is. I’m not an ‘insider.’ I don’t get why @Variety is unsure of my identity, but I’d love to be friends with the person that wrote that. lol.”

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EXCLUSIVE: Judge Orders Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods Lawyers To Destroy Evidence

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Category: Exclusives
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(AllHipHop News) A judge overseeing the high-profile trial of Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods member has agreed to destroy key documents which could expose informants.

Judge Paul A. Engelmayer signed off on a protective order filed by the lead prosecutor, Geoffrey S. Berman, requesting all “3500” material be destroyed when the trial ends.

“Each defendant is precluded from taking any 3500 material (or any copies) of any cooperating witness or non-law enforcement witness with him into any jail facility, or possessing any 3500 material of any cooperating witness within any jail facility, either before, during or after trial; except that each defendant may review 3500 material of the cooperating and non-law enforcement witnesses when in the presence of defense counsel.

According to a high-placed legal source, the request is fairly standard, but this particular case is receiving extra scrutiny over the numerous leaks that have sprung from the court.

Even footage from inside of the courtroom leaked and made its way to many social platforms, including YouTube.

The order to destroy evidence is meant to keep key evidence and the names of confidential informants from gettings into the hands of prisoners.

Both lawyers for Aljermiah “Nuke” Mack and Anthony “Harv” Ellison have agreed to the order.

Lil Nas X Reveals He’s Dating After Coming Out As Gay

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: News
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(AllHipHop News) Lil Nas X has announced he is dating, after coming out as gay this summer.

The “Old Town Road” rapper, 20, sat down for a conversation with Ellen DeGeneres Show and declared he was “somewhat” dating.

Nas came out during Pride Month in June, shortly after telling his family – a step he says he may not have taken if he hadn’t found fame.

“I’m in a new level so it doesn’t really matter,” he said.

Nas added that he hopes his coming out story will let his young fans “who are gonna have to go through stuff like this in the future.”

Nas, real name Montero Lamar Hill, has previously said he came out so fast after finding fame because he wanted to emphasize to fans that it’s fine to be gay.

“It’s not like I was being forced,” he said on HBO talk show “The Shop: Uninterrupted.” “It’s just like knowing growing up, I’m growing up to hate this s##t… Homosexuality, gay people…

“If, for me, the cool dude with the song on top of everything, to say this at any other time, I’m doing this for attention… But if you’re doing this while you’re at the top, you know it’s for real. It’s showing it doesn’t really matter, I guess.”

Tray Haggerty Is Putting On For People Who Aren’t The “Hoodest”

By: Shirley Ju Updated Category: Features
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Tray Haggerty describes himself as a “legend in the making,” which is the exact type of energy every artist needs to make it to the top. The singer, songwriter, and rapper hails from the South (Dallas to be exact), but boasts a West Coast sound. The “2 Sides” artist has already surpassed over 3 million streams from all streaming platforms, with over 100K monthly listeners on Spotify alone.

Last year, you may have seen Tray do commercial with the beverage company Fanta, but it’s his recent “2 Sides” remix with Iamsu that he’s proud of most. AllHipHop caught up with Tray to discuss his favorite Lil Wayne song, working with Su, and goals as an artist.

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AllHipHop: Why should people f##k w/ you?

Tray Haggerty: Because I bring something different to the table. I put on for the South, for people who aren’t the hood-est. For the people who went through a lot, but didn’t have to be on the streets.

AllHipHop: What did it mean to get Su on “2 Sides”?

Tray Haggerty: Su is definitely a legend from the Bay. I met Su when I was in college years ago, his cousin was my best friend in college. Su brought us into a Rae Sremmurd show at SXSW one time, we got in with him. I’m like bro that’s Su, he’s a legend. “I beat the p##sy up…”, that song be hitting. Having him on a record is definitely an honor, especially being out here. It’s crazy.

AllHipHop: What are some goals yourself as an artist at this point of your career?

Tray Haggerty: To sign a major deal, that’s the ultimate goal. I’m a songwriter too, so the ultimate goal is to get placements. To go on tour with another dope artist. To get a song with Lil Wayne, that’s my favorite artist of all-time. I grew up listening to him since 7th grade. How Young Thug talks about Wayne, that’s me too. Wayne is my legend. I know every Wayne song, every Wayne lyric.

AllHipHop: Favorite Weezy song?

Tray Haggerty: I can’t even name a favorite song but project, Carter III.

AllHipHop: “3Peat is my s##t.”

Tray Haggerty: I really love “Let The Beat Build,” but the most impressive song is “Dr. Carter.” The reason why is for him to visually paint a picture of him being in the hospital and resurrecting hip-hop, I’ve never heard that been done before. Especially not now in this generation, nobody’s ever painted a picture of him actually saving hip-hop. The sound effects, that’s on another level.

AllHipHop: What can we expect music-wise?

Tray Haggerty: I have another song dropping this month, then a project dropping end of October, no later than early November. Got a lot of visuals dropping, 4 or 5 for almost each song on the projects. There’s 7 to 8 songs on the project. Dropping monthly freestyles and creative visuals for Instagram, still doing that every month to show people that I can really rap. That’s what I started out doing, really lyrically rapping. Do as much as I can. 

Will Smith Turning Into Infamous Crime Boss In New Movie

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(AllHipHop News) Will Smith is set to depict yet another real-life figure as the star of a new film about crime boss Nicky Barnes.

The actor, who took on roles inspired by real people in films like “Concussion,” “The Pursuit of Happiness” and “Ali,” will headline “The Council” for Netflix.

The production will rejoin Smith with his “Concussion” director Peter Landesman, who also wrote the script.

The project centers on the drug ring Barnes ran in 1970s Harlem.

Nicky Barnes, real name Leroy Nicholas Barnes, was a mobster until he was arrested in 1978 and sentenced to life in prison.

He later became an FBI informant and lived out his days in the witness protection program before losing his battle with cancer in 2012.

Beyonce Argues Fame Should Win Her The Right To Blue Ivy Trademark

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(AllHipHop News) Beyonce has called her seven-year-old daughter Blue Ivy a “cultural icon,” as her legal fight with wedding planner Wendy Morales continues.

The star has been in a legal spat with Morales over her event planning business that shares the same name as her first child since 2017.

That is when the Bey took legal action to trademark her daughter’s name.

The case took a nasty turn when Morales accused Beyonce of fraud, but the singer is now arguing for the trademark in newly-filed documents.

“(Morales claims) that consumers are likely to be confused between a boutique wedding event planning business and Blue Ivy Carter, the daughter of two of the most famous performers in the world, is frivolous and should be refused in its entirety,” Beyonce’s legal team argued, adding that the trademark she and husband Jay-Z are seeking is for “Blue Ivy Carter” and not just “Blue Ivy.’

“Blue Ivy Carter is a cultural icon who has been described as a ‘mini style star’ and has been celebrated for her ‘fashion moments’ over the years. Her life and activities are followed extensively by the media and the public,” the documents continued.

“Most significantly, Blue Ivy Carter has achieved a significant amount of fame, particularly at such a young age. She also has a noted and well-chronicled interest in fashion. Given these factors, Blue Ivy Carter is capable of and interested in becoming the face of a brand. For this reason, the factual context demonstrates that BGK filed the Application with the intent to build a brand around Blue Ivy Carter and her public reputation and renown.”

Both parties are set to go to trial over the conflict.

Young Dro Heading To Prison Over Banana Pudding Fight

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(AllHipHop News) Rapper Young Dro has been sentenced to jail time for assaulting his girlfriend with banana pudding.

According to legal documents, Dro was sentenced to 12 months behind bars after pleading guilty to one count of battery and family violence.

He was ordered to serve 70 days and he also got credit for 20 days already completed.

Upon his release, he will serve out his 12-month sentence on probation and submit to a drug/alcohol evaluation within 30 days of his discharge from jail.

He has also been ordered to undergo domestic violence counseling.

Young Dro, real name D’Juan Montrel Hart, was arrested in July after allegedly hitting his girlfriend during a dispute and shoving a plate of banana pudding in her face.

His girlfriend didn’t want to press charges.

Feds Say NYPD Sergeant Helped Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods Deal Drugs

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(AllHipHop News) The Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods were successful dealing drugs in New York, thanks in part to the NYPD.

The shocking news was exposed during Aljermiah “Nuke” Mack’s trial for dealing drugs and perpetrating violence for the gang.

Kristian Cruz is a former Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods member who is a cooperating witness now, like rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine.

Cruz was responsible for dealing drugs for the ruthless street gang.

During his account on the stand, Cruz explained that he had an NYPD sergeant in his pocket, who worked as a drug courier for the gang.

Kristian Cruz maintained that Sergeant Arlicia Robinson assisted the gang with delivering shipments of heroin into New York City.

Cruz stated Sergeant Robinson was the girlfriend of one of his close associates, and he picked her because she would attract little to no attention, due to her status within the ranks of the NYPD.

Apparently, her $111,000 a year salary as a Sergeant working for the Housing Bureau was not enough.

Sergeant Robinson was responsible for supervising 22 housing projects throughout Brooklyn when she was indicted.

She is accused of working with the gang and three separate incidents, once in July of 2018, and twice in August of 2018.

Interestingly, Tekashi 6i9ine testified that he helped broker heroin deals into Brooklyn, around the time Sergeant Robinson was allegedly working for the gang.

Aljermiah “Nuke” Mack is one of almost a dozen men associated with Tekashi 6ix9ine who were charged in a sweeping RICO indictment.

The “GUMMO” rapper has been cooperating with authorities since The Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods members were rounded up in November of 2018.

Tekashi 6ix9ine, real name Daniel Hernandez, testified for three days during Mack’s trial and explain the inner workings of the organization, as well as the power struggle and beef that exploded over control of the rapper’s career.

6ix9ine’s testimony has resulted in the conviction of everyone charged, except Mack and Anthony “Harv” Ellison, who decided to stand trial.

Yesterday, AllHipHop broke the news that 6ix9ine’s manager Kifano “Shotti” Jordan hired El Chapo’s lawyer to appeal his conviction and subsequent sentence of 15 years for his role in operating with The Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods.

Eric B. & Rakim Discuss ‘Follow The Leader’ Jazz Album Hitting No. 1

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(AllHipHop News) On July 26, a Jazz version of Eric B. & Rakim‘s classic sophomore album, Follow The Leader, was released. Producer Jonathan Hay spearheaded the effort with contributions from Benny Reid, Mani Ajami, Mike Smith, Mike Baker, and Atlas Jenkins.

While the original Follow The Leader never led a Billboard chart when it came out in 1988, Hay’s revamped LP topped Billboard’s Jazz Album chart for four nonconsecutive weeks. The publication spoke with Eric B. & Rakim to talk about the success of the new collection.

“I couldn’t have done a better job myself and I created the original album [laughs]. It’s a great body of work, and all the guys should be so proud of themselves. The simple way to put it is that life imitates art, and art imitates life, and it’s all coming around full circle,” said Eric B.

Rakim added, “I’m having a great moment being able to look back at over three decades in Hip Hop and count all the blessings that continue to come from the music. Going on tour with Eric, putting down my thoughts and memories on the pages of a book and hearing our music faithfully but cosmically re-arranged in that jazz style… and then have that shoot to No. 1? You got to take a minute, step back and take it all in.”

Touré Expresses Concern About Will Smith’s Nicky Barnes Biopic Idolizing Gangsta Drug Dealers

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(AllHipHop News) At the moment, Hollywood seems to be infatuated with historical dramas covering African American crime bosses. FX’s Snowfall series tells the fictionalized story of the rise of crack cocaine in 1980s-era Los Angeles, a plot reminiscent of convicted drug trafficker “Freeway” Rick Ross’ real life.

The Forest Whitaker-led Godfather of Harlem show about mobster Bumpy Johnson is headed to EPIX on September 29. In addition, news broke this week that Will Smith is set to star as New York City drug lord Leroy “Nicky” Barnes in the forthcoming Netflix biopic The Council. The streaming service’s Strong Black Lead Twitter account announced the movie.

“EXCITING NEWS Y’ALL! Will Smith is set to produce and star as Nicky Barnes in ‘THE COUNCIL’ – the never-before-told story of the Harlem-based crime syndicate that set out to create Black equity and self-sufficiency during the 1970s and early 80s,” read Strong Black Lead’s tweet.

Veteran journalist Touré quoted that post about The Council with the response, “This description makes Nicky Barnes sound like a Civil Rights leader.” The former Rolling Stone and Vibe contributor also addressed the fact that the heroin kingpin once known as “Mr. Untouchable” helped the government indict 44 of his former cohorts.

“Is the biggest issue with Nicky Barnes really that he became a witness for the state and got several drug dealers convicted or is it that he was an extraordinarily successful drug dealer whose work helped destroy thousands of Black lives?” tweeted Touré.

He added, “I can enjoy a good film about a gangsta drug dealer as much as anyone but I think we’re idolizing the gangsta drug dealer a bit too much when we’re angrier about them snitching (ie, being disloyal to criminals) than about poisoning their community (ie, poisoning their people).”