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Lil Wayne, Nas, André 3000, Jill Scott, Gunna, Victoria Monét & More Set For 2024 Roots Picnic

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

The Live Nation Urban-backed 2024 Roots Picnic will take place in June. This year’s installment of the two-day Philadelphia festival features a star-studded lineup, including Lil Wayne performing with The Roots.

The New Orleans-born rapper and Philly-bred Hip-Hop band will celebrate Lil Wayne’s hometown. Festival attendees can also expect special guest appearances by R&B singer PJ Morton and jazz/funk musician Trombone Shorty to complete the set.

In addition to Lil Wayne, Roots Picnic 2024 will host performances by music veterans such as André 3000, Nas and Jill Scott. Newcomers like Victoria Monét, Sexyy Red, Tyla and October London are on the list of scheduled performers as well.

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Gunna, Cam’ron, Smino and Wale will also represent Hip-Hop at the show. Plus, Black Thought, Method Man and Redman will serve as featured acts for a “Live Mixtape” presentation by record producer J.Period.

Roots Picnic’s Podcast Stage has been renamed the Parkside Stage. Attendees can listen to live editions of Gillie Da King and Wallo’s Million Dollaz Worth of Game as well as Cipha Sounds and Peter Rosenberg’s Juan Epstein Podcast.

The 2024 Roots Picnic returns to The Mann in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia on June 1-2. Alumni presale tickets go live on Tuesday (February 20) at 10 a.m. ET. The general on-sale begins Friday (February 23) at 10 a.m. ET. To purchase tickets visit therootspicnic.com.

Roots Picnic 2024 Full Line-Up:

  • Lil Wayne & The Roots Celebrate New Orleans featuring special guests PJ Morton, Trombone Shorty
  • Jill Scott
  • André 3000
  • Nas
  • Gunna
  • Victoria Monét
  • Sexyy Red
  • Babyface
  • Robert Glasper & Yebba
  • J.Period Live Mixtape featuring Black Thought, Method Man, and Redman
  • Adam Blackstone’s Legacy Experience featuring Fantasia and Muni Long
  • Smino
  • Cam’ron
  • Wale
  • Tyla
  • Marsha Ambrosius
  • Baller Alert Presents Backyard Band featuring Scarface & Amerie
  • October London
  • Leon Thomas
  • Tasha Cobbs Leonard
  • Funk Flex
  • Q
  • Leon Thomas
  • Blk Odyssy
  • OT7 Quanny
  • Kenya Vaun
  • N3wyrkla
  • Julian King
  • Rec Philly Presents Chioke
  • DJ Diamond Kuts
  • DJ Aktive
  • DJ Doc B
  • DJ RL
  • R&B Only
  • U+ME+RNB
  • They Have the Range
  • Million Dollaz Worth of Game
  • Tonight’s Conversation
  • Juan Epstein Podcast
  • World Series of Spades

*Lineup subject to change.

Drake’s Highest Online Bets

By: Staff WriterCategory: Uncategorized

Canadian rap sensation Drake, known as much for his chart-topping hits as his preference for high-stakes gambling, has been making headlines with his astronomical bets when gambling online. Drake is not known for using Canadian online casinos when gambling, since aligning himself with the online cryptocurrency casino, Stake.com, Drake’s gambling exploits have been closely scrutinized, revealing a whirlwind of wins and losses that have left fans and critics alike in awe.

Examining Drake’s betting frenzy over the past years, it’s evident that the rapper isn’t shy about rolling the dice, whether it’s on the outcome of sports events or the spin of a roulette wheel. From January to November 2022, Drake’s wagers amounted to staggering figures, with wins totaling over CA$101.9 million ($76.4 million) and losses reaching CA$39.5 million ($29.6 million).

While Drake’s gambling escapades span various sports leagues, including the NFL, NBA, UFC, and Formula 1, his partnership with Stake.com has particularly thrust him into the spotlight. The rapper, under the alias “DeepPockets6,” wasted no time diving into the world of cryptocurrency betting, wagering over $1 billion in just two months.

Drake’s association with Stake.com has not only amplified his gambling endeavors but has also sparked speculation and controversy. Dubbed the ‘Drake Curse,’ the phenomenon suggests that athletes endorsed or wagered on by Drake often suffer unexpected defeats. While skeptics debate the validity of the curse, Drake’s betting misfortunes in the UFC have only added fuel to the fire.

Despite facing setbacks in the octagon, Drake’s luck seems to turn when it comes to American sports, particularly the NFL. His strategic bets on teams like the Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys, and Kansas City Chiefs have resulted in substantial payouts, showcasing his astute understanding of the game.

Drake’s appetite for risk knows no bounds. Renowned for his six-figure spins on the roulette wheel, the rapper has raked in jaw-dropping winnings while donning his lucky Arsenal shirt. His partnership with Stake.com has further solidified his status as a high-roller, hosting exclusive live-streamed events where he dishes out Bitcoin prizes to lucky participants.

However, amidst the glitz and glamour of Drake’s gambling, questions linger about the legitimacy of his stakes. Speculation abounds regarding whether Stake.com fronts the money for Drake’s bets, raising eyebrows about the true nature of his gambling habits.

Beyond Drake’s individual exploits, Stake.com’s global partnerships underscore its ambitions to establish itself as a major player in the cryptocurrency gambling industry. From sponsoring top-tier football clubs to securing deals with international sporting events, Stake.com is making significant strides in expanding its reach worldwide.

List of Drake’s highest bets of all time

  1. May 2022: Single Roulette Spin

Amount Wagered: Over $17 million

Outcome: Win

  1. March 2022: UFC Bet on Jorge Masvidal

Amount Wagered: $275,000

Outcome: Loss of $1.03 million potential payout

  1. May 2022: UFC Bet on Justin Gaethje

Amount Wagered: $427,000

Outcome: Loss of $1 million potential payout

  1. July 2022: UFC Bet on Israel Adesanya

Amount Wagered: $136,000

Outcome: Win, pocketed $897,000

  1. July 2022: UFC Bet on Paddy Pimblett and Molly McCann

Amount Wagered: $2.2 million

Outcome: Win, pocketed $3.7 million

  1. November 2022: UFC Bet on Israel Adesanya vs. Alex Pereira

Amount Wagered: $2 million

Outcome: Loss of $2 million

  1. October 2022: Football Bet on Arsenal and Barcelona

Amount Wagered: Over $600,000

Outcome: Loss due to Barcelona’s defeat

  1. February 2022: NFL Bet on the Rams and Odell Beckham Jr.

Amount Wagered: Not specified

Outcome: Win of $537,850

  1. November 2022: NFL Three-Leg Parlay on Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys, and Kansas City Chiefs

Amount Wagered: $287,000

Outcome: Win of $2 million

  1. April 2022: NBA Bets on the Golden State Warriors and Dallas Mavericks

Amount Wagered: Not specified

Outcome: Combined win of $729,440

Meek Mill Backs Chris Brown By Supporting Black-Owned Rap Snacks Over Ruffles

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

Meek Mill is standing up for Chris Brown in the R&B singer’s online spat with Ruffles. Brown called out the PepsiCo-owned potato chip brand for allegedly blocking him from participating in the NBA Celebrity All-Star Game.

On Sunday (February 18), Meek jumped on Twitter (X) to show support for his “All Eyes On You” collaborator. The Dream Chasers co-founder co-signed the James Lindsay-founded Rap Snacks company.

“That’s why it’s important we support Rap Snacks… I live @RapSnacksNow over Ruffles, black-owned and taste better!!!!!!” the 36-year-old Philadelphia native tweeted. The Rap Snacks Twitter (X) account responded with, “We are the CULTURE @MeekMill… Thank you for the support fam.”

Brown alleged the NBA disinvited him to the Celebrity All-Star Game because of the 2009 felony assault of his then-girlfriend Rihanna. Brown also claimed the league agreed to rescind the invitation because of corporate sponsors like Ruffles.

In response to Chris Brown’s allegations, a February 17-dated statement from Ruffles read, “Ruffles sponsored last night’s NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, however Ruffles did not have any involvement in, nor visibility to, any player decisions or celebrity invite discussions.”

Brown fired back, “@RUFFLES I guess y’all tryna save face now! STAND ON BUSINESS. Don’t try to make it look like I’m trippin. YOU AND THE NBA representatives know exactly what y’all are doin!”

Numerous artists have had their own flavor of Rap Snacks products. The faces of Meek Mill, Snoop Dogg, Migos, Cardi B, Nicki Minaj, Boosie Badazz, Rick Ross, Lil Durk, Lil Baby and other acts graced the front of chip, popcorn and cheese puff bags.

Kanye West Surpasses Eminem For Third-Most No. 1 Albums By Rapper

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign have the No. 1 album in America right now. The ¥$ duo’s Vultures 1 opened in the top spot of this week’s Billboard 200 chart.

Vultures 1 debuted atop the Billboard 200 with 148,000 first-week units. This gives Kanye West his 11th No. 1 project. Ty Dolla $ign scored his first Number One.

With 11 chart-toppers, West broke a third-place tie with Eminem for most No. 1 albums by a rapper. The Chicago-bred performer/producer only trails Jay-Z (14) and Drake (13).

Vultures 1’s Billboard chart success comes after Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign delayed the project’s release on several occasions. The body of work finally arrived on February 9.

However, Vultures 1 underwent a series of setbacks after it hit DSPs. For example, the Donna Summer estate accused West of copyright infringement for supposedly using elements from the late singer’s “I Feel Love” for ¥$’s “Good (Don’t Die)” song.

Apple Music also pulled Vultures 1 from the streaming platform, reportedly in response to the FUGA distribution company’s request to have the album removed. FUGA claimed Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign violated a service agreement.

West also faced backlash from heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne. The lead vocalist of Black Sabbath blasted Ye for allegedly sampling the band’s music without permission.

Osbourne also called the “Carnival” rapper an antisemite. In 2022, Kanye West made offensive remarks about the Jewish community and praised Nazi leader Adolf Hitler. He later apologized for the “unintended outburst” and “pain” caused by his comments.

Marlon Wayans Defends Kelly Rowland Walking Off “Today” Show Over Dressing Room Dispute

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

Kelly Rowland made headlines in recent days after the Mea Culpa actress apparently quit a February 15 hosting gig for Today with Hoda & Jenna over dressing room concerns. Marlon Wayans defended the former Destiny’s Child member.

Wayans, who acted alongside Kelly Rowland in 2022’s The Curse of Bridge Hollow comedy horror movie, took to Instagram to offer his thoughts on the Today situation.

“Y’all stop with these false narratives,” he wrote. “I’ve worked with @kellyrowland as a star/producer. I will honestly say she was nothing short of AMAZING. Sweet, kind, professional. On time, great energy, impeccable manners and professionalism.”

“She was nice to EVERYONE on set. Not one diva moment. S### happens in Hollywood. Get both sides before you castrate anymore legends. Love this woman. Y’all stop this BS. This woman was nothing short of a humble, loving queen… PERIOD.”

According to reports, Kelly Rowland decided not to remain on Today for the show’s fourth hour after appearing as a guest. British singer Rita Ora replaced Rowland on the NBC morning show.

“Kelly walked out because she and her team didn’t like her dressing room,” a source told People. “Rita Ora agreed to fill in at the last minute.”

Tyler Perry’s Mea Culpa starring Kelly Rowland and Trevante Rhodes (Moonlight, Bird Box) makes its Netflix premiere on Friday (February 23). Rowland also served as a producer for the film.

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Remy Ma Takes Credit For Modern-Day Female Rap Unity

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

Remy Ma rocked the Hip-Hop world in 2017 by bringing out other stars during her Hot 97 Summer Jam performance. The Bronx-bred MC believes that moment ushered in a new era for Hip-Hop.

Hot 97 caught up with Remy Ma and Connie Diiamond for an interview. During the radio appearance, Remy discussed playing a role in female rappers reaching a new level of unity and success.

“I feel like when it comes to women in Hip-Hop, this is probably the most prevalent that it’s been in years,” Remy Ma stated. She also added, “And they’re doing it. They’re kinda a little bit more lit than the guys right now.”

Remy then said, “People are interacting with each other and it’s not a whole catfight every time you turn around. I feel like that’s something, when I first came home [from prison], and I started recording again, I really aspired to be a part of and make happen. I feel like it started when we did Summer Jam that year.”

The 2017 Hot 97 Summer Jam included Remy Ma sharing the stage with Lil Kim, Queen Latifah, MC Lyte, Rah Digga, The Lady Of Rage, Monie Love, Young M.A, and Cardi B.

Remy’s set inside New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium came after she dropped the scathing “Shether” diss record directed at Nicki Minaj. The two New Yorkers had been firing subliminal shots at each other for months beforehand.

“People need to understand it’s not just one person. It’s not just two people. It’s a whole slew of us. Everybody’s a queen,” the “All the Way Up” hitmaker commented back in 2017.

In addition, Remy said, “Being a queen is not just [saying,] ‘I sold the most records’ or ‘I have the most followers on Instagram.’ It’s about embracing other queens that came before you, embracing the ones there with you now, and embracing the ones that are coming after you.”

T.I.’s Son Domani Harris’ New EP Draws J. Cole Comparisons 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Although T.I.’s son Domani Harris is following in his father’s footsteps with his music career, the 22-year-old’s latest song is drawing comparisons to J. Cole.  

Domani recently shared his new four-track EP, Dear Jane, released on Valentine’s Day (February. 14). When clips of his “Forever Lasting” video hit social media, users noted similarities between Domani and J. Cole.  

“Listen to this with your eyes closed & tell me who do you hear,“ one user wrote, sharing a clip of the video.  

While many heard a resemblance to J. Cole, others were sick of the comparisons and praised Domani in his own right. 

“Mmmmmm another hit! And his don’t sound like J Cole! He sounds like Domani! Put some respect on his name,” another person wrote. 

“People don’t know that Domani is a AVID J Cole fan who reached out constantly for advice and initially wanted to be signed to Dreamville. J Cole said he should go for it by himself & the rest is history,” a third person chimed in.  

Back in 2019, Domani shared a video of a call from J. Cole heaping praise on his Time Will Tell album. 

“This project is f###### amazing bro,” Cole told Domani. “You did such a great job on that s###. I really appreciate you sending that to me. I feel like I know you after listening to that.

According to Cole, Domani “delivered a classic. The fans gon’ listen to that s### for decades bro. I really feel you.” 

He continued, “Please keep going. Enjoy your project. I’m sure it’s gon’ blow up for you. It’s going to be a slow burner … You did an awesome job.” 

Listen to Dear Jane below.

Chrisean Rock Shades Jaidyn Alexis Following Blueface Prison Visit 

By: London JennnCategory: News

The saga between Blueface and the mothers of his children continues as Chrisean Rock shaded Jaidyn Alexis following her prison visit with the incarcerated rapper. 

Not so long ago, it appeared that the women had squashed their beef and joined forces against the ”DBB” hitmaker. However, the relationship has soured since Blueface has been behind bars. 

Chrisean Rock recently claimed that she and Blueface are back together, despite the rapper proposing to Jaidyn Alexis. She debuted a huge new face tattoo of him before announcing she was moving back into his home.  

However, last Friday (February 16), Alexis revealed she had taken her son to visit Blue in prison. Then over the weekend, she posted photos of herself flexing Blueface’s rings, prompting Rock to respond. 

According to Chrisean Rock, Blueface’s belongings, including his jewelry, are making their way to her.  

“All his s### onna way to me ion give f### bout none of the fake flex s###,” she wrote on X. “I would have post it befor having to give it up too.” 

In a follow-up tweet, she wrote, “Watch dis,” alongside a shushing face emoji. 

Less than two hours later, Jaidyn Alexis seemingly responded to Chrisean Rock. 

“b#### I’m up now,” she stated. “give a f### what ya think tuh!” 

Nonetheless, on Sunday (February 18), Rock claimed she’s focused on her career and has no time for negativity. 

“Yeah I took break from the socials because I’m putting my energy into my next projects,” she said. “all dat negativity s### be not even my Bob right now my next move gon be my best move.” 

Suge Knight Wonders Why Chris Brown Is Villainized While Dr. Dre Is Celebrated

By: London JennnCategory: News

Suge Knight believes a double standard exists that affords Dr. Dre forgiveness for his alleged past violence toward women but not Chris Brown. 

The incarcerated Death Row Records co-founder spoke out on the latest episode of his Collect Call podcast after the National Basketball Association (NBA) disinvited Brown from playing in the upcoming Celebrity All-Star Game. According to Knight, it’s unfair that Chris Brown is blackballed, whereas Dr. Dre, who has been accused of assault by multiple women, is celebrated.  

He mentioned the Grammys’ Dr. Dre Global Impact Award, stating, “This man would get an award for beating up women.” While he didn’t condone Chris Brown’s 2009 assault on Rihanna, he insisted the singer being “stripped from his crown” is a double standard. 

“What I’m saying is this,’ he added. “He beat up one woman, and they still casting stones at him. They don’t give him his cigar, you don’t let him come perform, they don’t let him pretty much win awards. But you can have an Impact Award for Andre.” 

Suge Knight has had his issues with both Dr. Dre and Chris Brown over the years. He filed a lawsuit against Breezy over a 2014 nightclub shooting where Brown was performing. Knight later accused Dr. Dre in court of hiring the shooter to take him out.  

“I was told about that,” Knight testified in June 2022. “People showed me checks, cancelled checks.” 

Knight was on the stand in his trial for killing a man with his truck on the set of the movie Straight Outta Compton. Suge Knight also recently claimed that he took the wrap for Dr. Dre in his federal gun case which led to him doing time.  

Latto Fans Vandalize Ice Spice Promo Truck In Atlanta: “Stream Sunday Service”

By: London JennnCategory: News

Latto fans are taking to vandalism amid her ongoing war of words with Ice Spice. Over the weekend, the rising Bronx star used billboard trucks to promote her latest single, “Think You The S### (Fart),” in Atlanta, Latto’s hometown. 

Fans stirred things up when Latto tweeted, “Didn’t hit tho,” shortly after clips of the ads surfaced online, with many perceiving her post as a shot at Ice Spice. Latto quickly denied the allegations but shaded Ice Spice in the process, writing, “This was about that old pic going viral not that lil girl thanks.”  

While she later deleted the tweet, the damage was done, and Ice Spice fans hit back online. Meanwhile, Latto fans took things a step further, vandalizing one of Ice Spice’s Atlanta trucks, while promoting the ATL rapper’s latest single.  

In an image shared on social media, the words “STREAM SUNDAY SERVICE” had been scrawled on the vehicle in red paint. The emojis depicting the song’s title had been struck out with “777” added in red.  

On Sunday evening (February 18), Ice Spice—who hasn’t yet responded to the latest round of drama— attended the People’s Choice Awards. Ice Spice won both of the awards she was nominated for, including including New Artist of the Year. 

She took to X following the ceremony to celebrate her wins. “the people’s choice,” she wrote alongside a par of photos from the event. 

Latto Responds To Ice Spice Diss: “I Ain’t Running From No Smoke”

Ice Spice confirmed she fired at Latto on “Think You The S### (Fart).” She claimed the diss was a response to “Lottery” hitmaker featuring her image in a snippet of her “Sunday Service” teaser video.  

During a recent interview, Latto claimed, “I did not do that on purpose.” However, she said she’s not going to back down from any rap beef.  

“Baby, I come from a rap competition show,” Latto added. “So, like, yeah if it’s gonna be that let’s do it. I’m gonna say what I got to say right back bang bang…I ain’t running from no smoke.” 

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Mo’Nique Faces Backlash Over Expletive-Laced Response To Son’s TikTok 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Mo’Nique is catching heat online after addressing her issues with her son Shalon Jackson during a recent comedy show. 

The comedian and her son have been publicly airing their grievances on social media over their estranged relationship following Mo’Nique’s viral interview with Shannon Sharpe on his Club Shay Shay podcast.  

During the episode, she claimed she must “let time do that healing,” and that he had tried to mend things with her son. However, Jackson responded via TikTok, disputing his mother’s claims and accusing her of lying.  

Now, Mo’Nique is facing backlash following an expletive-laden rant about her son during a recent live comedy show. She recalled walking through Newark, New Jersey Airport after watching her son’s video. 

According to Mo’Nique, an elder stopped her to impart some advice after watching Jackson’s TikTok. “I wanna tell you something. F### that n####,” she recalled the woman saying. “I said, “Aww b####, f### that n####!’” 

Shalon Jackson caught wind of his mother’s tirade and took to TikTok to respond. He shared a video of himself laughing. The text on the clip reads, “Dang mama. I still LOVE U THO. Laughter will get me through.” In the video, Jackson jokes, “Begone Satan! I rebuke thee in the name of Black Jesus.” 

He added a note in the caption saying, “Not on stage tho lol. It be like that sometimes i guess.” 

@sho_nomaddad

Not on stage tho lol. It be like that sometimes i guess.🤷🏿‍♂️#laughing #stillloveyou #foryou #fypシ #fyp #blacktiktok #shalon #monique #shaderoom #dangmama #fthatnword

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Clips of the show surfaced online Sunday (February 18), and many Mo’Nique fans were not happy with her response to her son. Check out some of the reactions below.  

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Andrew Tate Slams “Talentless” Ice Spice Over Satanic Symbolism At Super Bowl

By: Kyle EusticeCategory: News

Ice Spice stirred up her own brand of controversy at Super Bowl LVIII on February 11. The 10K/Capitol Records artist was filmed wearing what looked like an upside-down cross and sprouting devil horns from her hands as the Kansas City Chiefs took on the San Francisco 49ers. Several critics lashed out at the “Munch” rapper, including former kickboxer Andrew Tate.

The controversial media personality shared his thoughts on Ice Spice’s antics at the Big Game during a recent episode of his Fresh & Fit podcast and determined it was in poor taste. In fact, Tate doesn’t understand how Ice Spice is famous at all considering she has no talent. He believes the only answer is devil-worship.

“On a very serious, serious note,” he said. “You have someone wearing an upside-down cross making devil symbols at the biggest cultural event in American history. Everything I said about how you can see demons if you pay attention. Did you look at her and think that’s a demon? Maybe you didn’t. But after listening to this, please pay attention. She is wearing an upside-down cross.

“The matrix has made her famous, nobody knows why. It’s certainly not because of f###king talent. And she is wearing Balenciaga, which we know are child molesters. And she is making devil symbols! What more, what kind of clue are you looking for if those aren’t the clues you need?”

It’s imperative to note Andrew Tate is no saint. Last June, Tate was charged with rape, human trafficking and forming an organized crime group to sexually exploit women in Romania. His brother Tristan and two associates also face charges. The brothers were first arrested at their Bucharest home in December 2023 before being moved to house arrest last March. Tate was recently taken off house arrest as he awaits trial.

Of course, Tate maintains his innocence. As he was leaving the courthouse upon his initial arrest, he said, “I love this country… and I look forward to being found innocent.”

As for Ice Spice, Andrew Tate isn’t the only one who thinks she’s a Satan worshipper. But Playboi Carti, who gifted Ice Spice with the chain, reportedly had no intentions of delivering her an unholy piece of jewelry. According to TMZ, the piece was designed by celebrity jeweler Alex Moss and sprinkled with baby pink sapphires in what is supposed to be a normal cross.

50 Cent Wishes Dr. Dre “Happy Birthday” While Teasing Mystery Collaboration

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: Rumors

50 Cent and Dr. Dre could be releasing new music or collaborating on a project of some sort together soon, at least according to Fiddy’s recent birthday message to the West Coast Hip-Hop legend.

On Sunday (February 18), 50 Cent celebrated Dr. Dre’s life on Twitter (X) by sharing an older photo of himself and the multi-platinum producer in a brief tweet.

“Happy Birthday to my boy @drdre,” he wrote. “W got some New Heat coming • http://gunitbrands.com.”

In addition to collaborating with Dr. Dre in some capacity, it appears 50 Cent has intentions to work with more Hollywood talent. Prior to Dr. Dre’s birthday shoutout, 50 Cent expressed his concern with actor Terrence Howard’s claims that he only made $12,000 for his role in the cult-favorite film Hustle & Flow. 50 Cent reposted a viral clip of Howard’s recent interview in a tweet on February 15 and issued a call-to-action to several actors, mainly Taraji P. Henson.

“This s### hurt my stomach to hear @terrencehoward say this,” he wrote. “F### em I need the best actors and I’m gonna pay them. @tarajiphenson you cool with @maryjblige ask her, she got a BIG FVCKIN BAG. GLG GREENLIGHTGANG My young boy’s @michaelraineyjr , @mekaicurtis , @LilMeechBMF are all making millions.”

Check out the tweet below.

Chris Brown Tussles With Ruffles After NBA Celebrity All-Star Game Crumbles

By: Kyle EusticeCategory: News

Chris Brown has a bone to pick with Ruffles—again. After calling out the potato chip brand for allegedly playing a role in getting him disinvited from playing in the NBA Celebrity All-Star Game, he was back in his bag on Sunday (February 18). Taking to Instagram, Brown ripped into Ruffles, claiming the company’s statement in which it denied culpability was all for show.

“@RUFFLES,” he wrote, “I guess yall tryna save face now! STAND ON BUSINESS. Don’t try to make it look like I’m trippin. YOU AND THE NBA representatives know exactly what yall are doin! I HAVE NO REASON TO LIE. YALL KNOW I DON’T CHASE CLOUT! The only reason they responded is because of all the team breezy fans flooding they s###. Stop f#### playing with me! SEE HOW FAKE THIS S### IS… COWARDS!! YALL KNOW DAMN WELL I AIN’T LYING BECAUSE I NEVER BE ON THIS TYPE OF TIME. These b###### (@ruffles) tryna save face!”

Chris Brown made his allegations on Friday (February 16) via Instagram. As he explained to his 145 million followers, “I was asked by the NBA to play in the all star game this year!” he told his 145 million followers. “Only for them to call later and say they couldn’t do IT because of their sponsors like RUFFLES. At this point I’m sick of people bothering me and I’m tired of living in the past f###ing past. I POSTED THE EMAILS SO YALL COULD SEE. The NBA still was tryna get me to come and sit court side …. NOT F###ING HAPPENING. I go where I’m appreciated.”

The Ruffles brand responded to Brown’s latest controversy in a statement sent to AllHipHop. It read: “Ruffles sponsored last night’s NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, however Ruffles did not have any involvement in, nor visibility to, any player decisions or celebrity invite discussions.”

Chris Brown clearly begs to differ. Read through the posts above.

Did Bobby Shmurda Issue Deadly Threat While Engaged In London Quarrel?

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: Rumors

Bobby Shmurda may have momentarily reverted to an old form of himself based on footage of his recent altercation in a nightclub overseas.

According to multiple reports and viral video clips trending on social media, Shmurda and his entourage were involved in a brawl in a London club where the “Hot N###a” lyricist was performing in the early morning hours. Apparently, things were going smoothly at the Proud Cabaret nightclub until around four in the morning.

Immediately after Shmurda finished performing a pair of songs, he got into a verbal disagreement with the club promoter. The argument quickly turned into a squirmish and Shmurda can be seen among the individuals onstage pushing and shoving in the clips circulating.

But that’s not all, because Shmurda allegedly spit at someone in the crowd—and he can even be seen lunging onto the dancefloor to go after a man rumored to be the promoter. It also sounds like Shmurda told the individual “I will kill you” during the chaos.

Long story short, no cops were called and Bobby Shmurda and the guys walked away from the situation quietly without incident. And per Shmurda’s Instagram story most of the night was pretty litty and he appeared to be content as surrounded by women and bottles.

Check out the highlight reel post Shmurda posted below.

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Benzino Unravels On “Drink Champs” Discussing Eminem & Coi Leray: “I’m Not The Enemy”

By: Kyle EusticeCategory: News

N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN recently welcomed Benzino to Drink Champs, where the former publisher of The Source had an emotional moment. But it took him awhile to get there. Slamming alcohol throughout the nearly three-hour interview, he got progressively more intoxicated until he was a blubbering mess.

However, Benzino did manage to utter some words of wisdom regarding the rap community as a whole—while touching on his decades-long beef with Eminem and tumultuous relationship with his rapper daughter, Coi Leray. At one point, he admitted he’d be willing to make peace with Eminem if he allowed it but was disappointed by how much it affected his father-daughter dynamic.

“I don’t have nothing against Eminem,” he said. “He can rap, but I care about us [Leray] more. I don’t want to talk about it no more. My daughter came to industry figuring ‘I gotta be cool with Eminem because everybody is against my dad.’ I don’t hate Eminem. I don’t know him to hate him. I don’t hate white people, tired of this s###, man. It’s just too much. I don’t want to be the bad guy.”

As the interview came to a close, Benzino encouraged everyone to come together in unity. But because he was so drunk, DJ EFN and N.O.R.E. were having trouble getting him to sit down. As N.O.R.E. tried to bring up the transgender allegations, Benzino cut him off and claimed, “I’m a gangster. I’ll kill people”—then quickly changed his tune.

“Hip-Hop was given to us by God to save us,” he continued, stumbling. “The bottom line of all this is we gotta come together and stop bullshitting with each other and stop criticizing each other and disrespecting each other. We gotta unify together. Even if we wrong and we make mistakes, we gotta come together. Enough is enough. They using it against us bro. Let’s come together. The world loves us. Let’s just come together. Even the young n###s everywhere. Let’s just stop. I love y’all n###s. There’s no reason to be killing each other and going against each other. We all come from nothing. It’s a blessing we can feed each other’s families from this s###? Why are we like this?”

A source close to Drink Champs told AllHipHop both DJ EFN and N.O.R.E. attempted to get Benzino to slow down on his alcohol consumption, but he didn’t listen. It’s evident in the clip, too. Watch the full interview above. The Eminem and Coi Leray discussion kicks off around the two-hour and 30-minute mark.

Young Thug RICO Trial: Metro Boomin Speaks Out Amid Lawyer Arrest Rumors

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: News

Metro Boomin is urging the media and general public to get the facts straight regarding Young Thug’s RICO case and a recently arrested trial lawyer.

On Friday (February 16), Metro appeared to respond to reports that Young Thug’s trial lawyer, Nicole Fegan, had been arrested. Shortly after the Atlanta Police Department confirmed Fegan had been detained and is facing multiple charges related to gang activities, videos of the attorney began going viral. Fans quickly began attributing her exclusively to Young Thug. Metro Boomin took issue with the latter and elected to clear the air on Twitter (X).

“That lady not even thug lawyer y’all gotta stop spreading misinformation,” Metro wrote in the first tweet.

In a follow-up tweet, he issued a call-to-action concerning both Young Thug and Kodak Black writing, “#FreeJeff #FreeYak.” Black recently had his bond reinstated after lab tests proved he wasn’t in possession of cocaine at the time of his 2023 traffic stop arrest.

Even though Fegan was among the team of attorneys involved in the Young Thug and Young Slime Life (YSL) RICO trial, she wasn’t Young Thug’s attorney. Young Thug’s main defense attorney is Brian Steel, who founded Steel Law Firm and has been widely considered the most successful criminal appellate attorney in Georgia.

Tenquarius Mender, the defendant’s case Fegam was representing, was severed from the YSL RICO trial last year. Mender was charged with criminal street gang activity and solicitation to commit evidence tampering linked to a deadly 2022 shooting.

According to WSB-TV Channel 2, Fegan has been released on a $40,000 bond and maintains her innocence.

Plies Ditches Brittney Spears—Shoots His Shot At Fulton Country D.A. Fani Willis Instead

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: Rumors

Plies has left Brittney Spears behind for his latest crush—embattled Fulton County district attorney Fani Willis. Beginning on Thursday (February 15), following day one of Willis’ evidentiary hearing to determine if she’ll be removed from the Georgia election subversion case against Donald Trump, Plies appeared unable to control his lust. In a series of remarks he shared on Twitter (X), Plies appears to champion Willis while admitting he’s aroused by her demeanor.

“After Watching Fani Willis On The Stand,” Plies said in part before adding, “I’m Turned On! I Know That Thang Good!!! Fani Hire Me I’ll Work For FREE!!”

In another follow up tweet, Plies explained his infatuation with Willis while also petitioning her to drop the RICO case against incarcerated Atlanta rapper Young Thug.

“I Want Fani To Free Thug,” he started off. “But Outside Of That. I Gotta See Bout Fani Willis! Ain’t Never Been This Turned On In My Life. I Know She Smell Good Too. Talk That Talk To Me Fani. U Ain’t Gotta Pay Me I’m Gone Pay U! I Know Fani “Wet Wet”. I Mean That In The Most Respectful Way!”

Willis isn’t the first woman who Plies has considered to be his perfect match made in heaven, from afar.

The Florida-bred rapper has been thirsting over Spears on social media for months, posting his reaction to her dancing videos and scantily clad photos. Last September the “Baby One More Time” hitmaker posted a pole dancing video in which she donned a tiny neon pink bikini and black pumps as she gyrated her hips for the camera.

“This My Beyonce U My Beyonce!!!!! I’m Drunk In Love Bih!!!!!” he wrote in the caption of a post reacting to the clip.

Plies continued in another batch of tweets in which he criticized media outlets over their coverage of Willis’ consensual relationship with a colleague working the election subversion case with her instead of reporting on Trump’s recent $345 million fraud case and also appeared to endorse a presidential run for his crush.

Check out the most recent clip Plies posted dedicated to Willis below.

Beyoncé Fans Drag “Dukes Of Hazzard” Star By His Dusty Boots Over Dog Comparison

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

“Dukes of Hazzard” star John Schneider is being slammed for comparing Beyonce to a dog. The actor and singer was asked for his thoughts on Beyonce’s upcoming country music album, and his response drew the ire of her legion of fans.

“The lefties in the entertainment industry just won’t leave any area alone, right? They just have to seize control over every aspect, don’t they?” the One American News host asked Schneider in an already leading series of questions.

One American News is a conservative media outlet. John, 63, replied: “They’ve got to make their mark, just like a dog in a dog walk park. You know, every dog has to mark every tree, right? So that’s what’s going on here.”

The comparison to a dog had 42-year-old Beyonce’s fans up in arms.

“This is racism at its best,” one wrote on X/Twitter. “Former Dukes of Hazzards has been likens Beyonce to a urinating dog because she decides to make a Country Western album. He needs to research Country Western.”

They were not alone.

“Comparing Beyonce to a dog is racist and hateful,” wrote another. “As a country fan, I welcome her and let’s see what she has. John Schneider is another low life white supremacist.” Others pointed out that Beyonce, unlike John, hails from Texas – the home of country music.

“And John Schneider isn’t even from Texas..but Beyonce is,” posted one. “He’s lame just like his songs and his acting.”

Beyonce released two country songs, “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “16 Carriages,” during the 2024 NFL Super Bowl.

Ex-LAPD Cops Call Cap On Sharon Stone Over O.J. Simpson Slander

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Sharon Stone’s evacuation story during the OJ car chase has been queried.

In a recent interview, the “Basic Instinct” actress claimed armed police officers from the Los Angeles Police Department arrived at her home unannounced during OJ Simpson’s infamous 1994 car chase.

“(They said) he’s dangerous, and we don’t know how dangerous, and we don’t know what this is,” Sharon Stone told InStyle magazine about OJ, who has become popular again thanks to his appearances on Cam’ron and Mase’s#### sports podcast, “It Is What It Is.”

Sharon Stone said the police officers told her she had 10 minutes to pack a suitcase and they would take her to a hotel for her own safety.

Once at the hotel, Sharon claimed, armed police continued to stand guard both at the reception area and at her hotel room door “while OJ was driving up and down the f###### freeway.”

But former LAPD communications commander David Gascon has refuted the story, telling TMZ he had not heard of any of the events described by Sharon, nor had he any information suggesting she may have been part of the broader story at all.

Similarly, Tom Lange, the lead detective in the OJ Simpson case, told TMZ he had never heard about police being dispatched to Sharon’s home because of a widely televised car chase.

It is also possible that David and Tom were simply not aware of every single aspect of what was a long and chaotic incident with many moving parts.