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Shannon Sharpe Cut From ESPN After Rape Allegation Settlement

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: AHHplus

Shannon Sharpe has officially parted ways with ESPN less than two weeks after settling a civil lawsuit in which a woman accused him of rape and abuse during their relationship, according to The Athletic.

The former NFL star and media personality has not appeared on the network since late April, shortly after the $50 million lawsuit was filed. ESPN has not issued a public statement regarding his departure.

The civil complaint, filed in April by a woman identified as Jane Doe, alleged that Sharpe sexually assaulted her twice—in October 2024 and January 2025—during a relationship that began in 2023, when the two met at a Los Angeles gym. She also claimed he recorded their intimate encounters without her consent and made threats of violence.

Sharpe denied the accusations, calling the lawsuit a “shakedown” and asserting the relationship was consensual. His attorney, Lanny Davis, said Sharpe had previously offered $10 million to settle the matter before it was filed, but the woman declined.

Last week, the woman’s attorney, Tony Buzbee, announced the case had been resolved and dismissed with prejudice, meaning it cannot be refiled. No terms of the settlement were disclosed.

Sharpe had previously stated he intended to return to ESPN in time for NFL training camp. That return obviously won’t happen.

Before his media career took off, Sharpe made his name on the football field. A three-time Super Bowl champion, he retired in 2003 as the NFL’s all-time leader among tight ends in receptions, receiving yards and touchdowns—milestones later surpassed. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2011.

Following his retirement, Sharpe transitioned into broadcasting, gaining widespread attention as co-host of FS1’s Undisputed alongside Skip Bayless. After leaving that show in 2023, he joined ESPN and launched two successful podcasts, Club Shay Shay and Nightcap, both of which drew millions of subscribers and featured high-profile interviews.

Ozzy Osbourne Gets King-Worthy Send Off With Thousands Attending Funeral Procession

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: AHHplus

Ozzy Osbourne drew tens of thousands to the streets of Birmingham on Wednesday (July 30) as mourners lined Broad Street to honor the late Black Sabbath icon with a public funeral procession following his death on July 22 at age 76.

The hearse carrying Osbourne’s casket passed the Black Sabbath Bridge, where his widow, Sharon Osbourne, and their children Aimee, Jack and Kelly Osbourne stepped out to take in the sea of tributes left by grieving supporters. Sharon, visibly emotional and looking dangerously frail, leaned on her children as they walked together. After a few quiet minutes at the bridge, she turned to the crowd and raised Ozzy’s trademark peace sign.

The crowd erupted into chants of “Ozzy Ozzy Ozzy, oi oi oi!” and “Thank you, Ozzy” as the family returned to the vehicle. Purple floral arrangements spelling out “Ozzy” rested atop the casket. A private memorial was scheduled for later that day at an undisclosed location, limited to close friends and family.

Earlier in the day, a local brass band kicked off the procession with renditions of Osbourne’s classics, including “Iron Man.” The tribute followed Osbourne’s final public appearance in Birmingham earlier this month during “Back to the Beginning,” a farewell concert celebrating Black Sabbath’s legacy. Though seated due to spinal injuries and Parkinson’s disease, Osbourne attended the event and was described as being in good spirits.

Ozzy’s death marked the end of a decades-long career that helped shape heavy metal and redefine rock performance.

Known for his haunting vocals and theatrical stage presence, Osbourne rose to fame in the 1970s as the frontman of Black Sabbath. With tracks like “Paranoid,” “War Pigs” and “Iron Man,” the band laid the foundation for heavy metal. Osbourne later found solo success with hits like “Crazy Train” and “Mr. Crowley,” and became a pop culture fixture through his reality TV show, The Osbournes, and his unfiltered public persona.

Concerns have also grown around Sharon Osbourne’s health following her emotional appearance at the procession. Supporters online expressed worry after seeing her visibly distressed and physically leaning on her children. Sharon, 71, has previously spoken about her own medical issues, including a hospitalization in 2022. She has lost a drastic amount of weight in the interim, and fans are worried she could suffer further health complications due to Ozzy’s death.

“Seeing Sharon so fragile at the Black Sabbath bench, standing in front of all the tributes, completely shattered it was so hard to watch,” one person wrote. “She looked like a woman holding herself together by a thread, surrounded by so much love and yet completely lost without him.”

Another added, “Sharon Osbourne is inconsolable. Mannnn, i hope she survives the heartbreak. She really loved Ozzy.”

GloRilla Reclaims Her Checkers Roots With $4 Meal Deal Collab

By: London JennnCategory: News

GloRilla flipped burgers before she flipped the script on her career, and now she’s back where it all started—this time on the menu.

The Memphis rapper has teamed up with Checkers and Rally’s to launch her own limited-time combo called the “$4 Unbeatable Meal Deal,” a nod to her early days working the drive-thru before her rise in Hip-Hop.

The fast-food chain rolled out the partnership Tuesday (July 29) on Instagram with a post that read, “Glo Da P ain’t ever steered you wrong — 4 items for $4?! Pick one (Cheese Double, Spicy Chicken, or Glo’s BBQ Jacked Burger), add fries, a drink, AND apple pie. That’s a full plate for a lil’ price. Pull up NOW.”

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The collab is more than a marketing move—it’s a personal milestone. GloRilla, born and raised in Memphis, worked at a Checkers location in 2016 while finishing high school.

“Checkers is where I got my start, and now I’ve got a meal deal with my name on it,” GloRilla said in a statement. “Life comes with ups and downs, but this moment means a lot to me. I’m grateful to Checkers & Rally’s for riding with me—and trust, it’s all the flavor and all the fire, for just four bucks.”

GloRilla’s Checkers Deal Marks Full Circle Moment

A resurfaced video shows her taking orders at the drive-thru, long before she became a Grammy-nominated artist.

Now, she’s not just serving food—she’s starring in a national campaign. The rollout includes a commercial series titled “One Big Collab,” spotlighting her journey from employee to brand partner.

The timing couldn’t be better. GloRilla has been trending for more than just her music.

She recently posted videos flaunting her gym gains in revealing outfits. “Natural no bbl,” she captioned one clip. “But I’m still gone give em hell.”

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She also rang in her 26th birthday with a Cabo getaway, where she was spotted getting close with NBA player Brandon Ingram.

Just days earlier, she hosted the first-ever “GloRilla & Friends GLO Bash” on Friday (July 25) at FedExForum in Memphis—a full-circle moment that brought her back to the city where her career began.

That concert followed her arrest on felony drug charges following a police search of her home..

Doja Cat Roasts Fan Over Breast-Shaming Comment In Savage Livestream

By: London JennnCategory: News

Doja Cat went off during a livestream when a viewer complained she was showing “too much f###### boobs,” firing back with a sarcastic takedown that left little room for misinterpretation.

“Is it hard for you?” she asked with a laugh. The Grammy winner leaned in further, mocking the viewer’s discomfort with a deadpan delivery.

“Is it difficult to sit there and watch me exist?” she added. “Are you scared of what you’re feeling? Are you scared of how I make you feel?”

She didn’t stop there continuing to troll the fan. “I can’t believe people get mad at boobs,” she added, clearly amused. “You’re here because this is where you wanted to be.”

The livestream moment added to Doja Cat’s growing list of viral clapbacks. The rapper and singer has been open about her body, including a 2023 breast reduction and liposuction procedure that brought her down to a 32C.

Doja Cat Maintains Her Stance On Sydney Sweeney Controversy

Elsewhere online, she doubled down after taking a swipe at Sydney Sweeney’s controversial American Eagle ad, which used a pun on “genes” and “jeans.”

Critics accused the campaign of promoting outdated beauty ideals and racial undertones, pointing to the emphasis on Sweeney’s blue eyes and blonde hair.

Doja Cat mocked the ad in a viral TikTok, mimicking the script in a cartoonish country accent.

“Genes are inherited from parents to children… My jeans are blue,” she said, parodying the tone of the original spot.

After one social media user suggested she stay quiet, she clapped back again. She replied, “I should always talk and I will continue to.”

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However, she faced renewed criticism from social media users who referenced the 2025 backlash over allegations that her boyfriend, white streamer J. Cyrus, was racist and abusive. Other past controversies include her involvement in alt-right chatrooms, laughing at racist jokes, and wearing a T-shirt featuring comedian Sam Hyde, who has been linked to the alt-right.

Akon Exposes Former Friend As Scammer—Gets Called Out Right Back

By: London JennnCategory: News

Akon called out a former associate this week in a scathing video, accusing Be.I of fraud and deception — but Be.I fired back, claiming their fallout was more about a woman than money.

The Grammy-nominated artist posted a video earlier this week alongside a photo of Be.I.

“Look at this face,” he began. “He go by the name of Be.I. He’s a fraud, a scammer. Literally a imposter, a straight-up leech.”

Akon continued, “He has no moral ethic as to who he steals from. He will come to you, gain your trust and scam you, flat out.”

He warned anyone who may have done business with Be.I to act fast.

“If you gave him money, go back and retrieve it because you’ve been scammed. He’s not going to deliver,” Akon added. “He’s gonna run away with it.”

The “Locked Up” hitmaker also made it clear that Be.I has no ties to his companies.

“He is not affiliated in any way with Konvict Muzik or Kon Live Distribution, or any Akon-affiliated system,” he said.

He described Be.I as a “superfan” who pretended to be part of his inner circle and labeled him “evil” for misleading people under the guise of being connected to Akon’s brand.

“So whatever you do, if you’ve done business with this man under the Konvict umbrella, get your money back. You’ve been scammed,” Akon added.

He also denied any family ties to Be.I and said the man is not authorized to conduct business on his behalf.

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Be.i Responds To Akon, Claims Fallout Over A Woman

But Be.I wasn’t about to stay quiet. He responded by posting several video clips of Akon wishing him a happy birthday, questioning the “superfan” label.

While Be.I admitted to making “mistakes,” he flipped the script and questioned who was really a “scammer,” pointing to Akon’s failed $6 billion Akon City project in Senegal and claimed he helped “bury” skeleton’s in the singer’s closet.

He also claimed their relationship soured over a woman. According to Be.I, he was casually seeing someone Akon later developed feelings for, which allegedly led to a shift in their dynamic. Be.I said Akon “switched up” on him after that.

“I did some dumb s###,” Be.I admitted, but argued that others in Akon’s crew had done worse without being publicly called out.

Akon City, once promoted as a futuristic smart city powered by cryptocurrency, was officially scrapped by the Senegalese government. In May, officials confirmed the project “no longer exists” due to missed payments and stalled development.

Joey Bada$$ Blasts His Label For Blocking New Album In Scathing Rant

By: London JennnCategory: News

Joey Bada$$ unloaded on Columbia Records during a heated Instagram Live session Tuesday night (July 29), accusing the label of blocking the release of his long-awaited album Lonely At The Top just days before its scheduled drop.

“I’mma just rip the band-aid off for y’all, man. Listen, man. Bad news. Got some terrible news. The album is not dropping on Friday,” he told viewers, referring to the planned August 1 release date.

The Brooklyn rapper vented his frustration over the delay, saying he was “ashamed” and extremely “disappointed.”

He made it clear the project had been finished and ready for weeks, but claimed the label was the only thing standing in the way.

“My s### got pushed back because the label pushed my s### back,” he added. “My album is signed, sealed, and delivered over a month ago. This ain’t cause of no sample clearances, this ain’t cause of no features, this ain’t cause of no clashing with another artist on the date. This is literally an Exhibit A of the label getting in the artists way.”

Joey Bada$$ Claims Label Only “Get In My Way”

Joey said he takes “full responsibility” for the delay but made it clear where the blame lies.

“I’m signed to Columbia Records,” he explained. “But for the longest time, I just ain’t been f###### with them. Because all they do is get in my way, they really don’t f###### contribute to nothing.”

He described himself as “independent” and “self-sufficient,” adding that he’s been making “it happen” on his own since he was 17.

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The album, Lonely At The Top, would be his first full-length project since 2022 and follows a string of high-profile Hip-Hop diss tracks targeting West Coast rivals.

The lead single “ABK” dropped earlier this month and was performed on Jimmy Kimmel Live on July 16.

As of Wednesday (July 30), no new release date has been confirmed. The project remains in limbo.

Chaos Erupts As Sex Toy Hits WNBA Court In Wild Final Minute

By: London JennnCategory: AHHplus

A bizarre moment of chaos erupted during the Golden State Valkyries’ 77-75 win over the Atlanta Dream when a bright green sex toy was hurled onto the court Tuesday (May 15), halting play and setting social media ablaze.

The unexpected toss came in the final minute of the fourth quarter with the score tied 75-75. 

As players scrambled across the hardwood, the object landed near the action, prompting a brief continuation of play before officials stopped the game. Security quickly stepped in, using a towel to remove the item while a uniformed officer examined it on live television. Cameras zoomed in before abruptly cutting away.

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Social Media Explodes After WNBA Sex Toy Toss

No one was hit, but the moment left players visibly confused and fans online in disbelief. The incident, rare even by professional sports standards, immediately became the talk of the internet.

“Throwing a d#### on a WNBA court is a different level of wild,” one user posted on X, formerly Twitter.

“The d#### on the floor at the wnba game is not funny to me ,” another user shared. “I hate to ruin the ‘fun’ but that don’t seem creepy and assaulty and overly freaked out and dangerous to you?”

A third chimed in with humor, saying, “I wanna ask how you sneak a d#### into the game but I don’t wanna know the answer.”

Reactions ranged from amused to disturbed, with some calling for the person responsible to be banned or penalized. 

Others zeroed in on the broadcaster’s decision to briefly show the object, criticizing the network for lingering on the shot before cutting away.

Despite the disruption, the Golden State Valkyries held their composure. Cecilia Zandalasini nailed a jumper with 3.9 seconds left, sealing the win in a tense finish.

The WNBA has not issued a statement regarding potential consequences for the fan who threw the object.

Donald Trump “Seriously” Weighs Diddy Pardon Ahead Of October Sentencing

By: London JennnCategory: News

Donald Trump is reportedly giving serious thought to granting Sean “Diddy” Combs a full presidential pardon before the incarcerated Hip-Hop mogul’s sentencing date on October 3, following his federal conviction earlier this year.

Diddy was found guilty in July on two counts tied to the Mann Act, which prohibits transporting individuals across state lines for prostitution. He was acquitted of more severe charges involving racketeering and sex trafficking. With time already served, he faces a likely federal prison term of two to three years.

According to Deadline, sources close to the situation say conversations about a pardon have escalated in recent days.

Allies of Diddy have reportedly been lobbying behind the scenes, and the White House is now treating the matter as an “actionable event.”

While no official decision has been made, speculation is swirling that Trump’s interest in the case may be politically motivated.

Some insiders suggest the former president is looking to redirect attention from his own legal controversies, including renewed scrutiny over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

Diddy Pushes For Release On $50 Million Bond

Diddy’s legal team is also pushing for his release on a $50 million bond while awaiting sentencing. They argue that his continued detention at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn is unjust, citing unsafe conditions and comparing his treatment to other similar cases.

Judge Arun Subramanian previously denied bail, pointing to what he described as a “years-long pattern of violence” and a lack of convincing evidence that Diddy poses no threat to others.

Trump has not issued a formal statement on the matter, and neither has the White House. All current details stem from off-the-record sources and internal discussions.

Back in May, before the verdict was handed down, Trump addressed the possibility of a pardon during a public appearance.

“I would certainly look at the facts,” he said. “If I think somebody was mistreated, whether they like me or don’t like me, it wouldn’t have any impact on me.”

At the time, Donald Trump said no one from Diddy’s team had requested a pardon, but added, “I know they’re thinking about it.”

He also admitted, “I haven’t been watching it too closely,” though he acknowledged the case had drawn significant media attention.

Trump also noted that he hadn’t spoken to Diddy in years, saying their relationship changed after he entered politics.

Where Is Collective Outrage Over Chris Smalls’ Assault In Israeli Custody?

By: Houston WilliamsCategory: Opinion

Activist Chris Smalls Beaten and Detained by Israeli Forces During Gaza Aid Mission As U.S. Media Remains Silent

People in the Hip-Hop community may not be familiar with the name Chris Smalls, but he’s pretty famous. He’s the Amazon union activist who once stood in the White House alongside former president Joe Biden. That distinction didn’t help him in Israel. Smalls was reportedly beaten and detained by Israeli forces Saturday (July 26) while attempting to deliver aid to starving Palestinians in Gaza. He and others were aboard the Handala, a ship operated by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition. He was the only Black person on the boat. All others were returned unharmed. How?

According to the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, Smalls was the only Black activist aboard the ship when Israeli Defense Force troops intercepted it in international waters. They took the 20 activists into custody. By the way, all of it was documented on social media. It was shocking and harrowing. I thought they were going to be taken and held. Graphic images released by the group show the activists with their hands raised as soldiers boarded the vessel.

On Monday (July 28), the organization revealed Smalls was violently assaulted after his arrest.

“The Freedom Flotilla Coalition confirms that upon arrival in Israeli custody, U.S. human rights defender, Christian Small, was physically assaulted by seven uniformed individuals,” the organization wrote on Instagram. “They choked him and kicked him, leaving visible signs of violence on his neck and back.”

Smalls has been featured in The New York Times, CNN, GQ and other major U.S. media outlets. But, it seems most of them have ignored the incident. Smalls linked with Biden in 2022 after his union victory inspired workers across the country. The Times wrote so eloquently about his fashion sense in the style section, but things have changed just a few years later.

These same legacy outlets have remained quiet about the alleged injustice. The IDF must have journalists on the payroll. Only a few reported on this.

“This totally makes sense,” wrote Nathan Kalman-Lamb, a professor at the University of New Brunswick, on Bluesky. “A notable public figure in the US (Amazon labor organizer Christian Smalls) is illegally arrested by Israel and subjected to severe physical violence while on a hunger strike… and not one US media outlet of any type has decided that is news.”

I smell sarcasm.

Organized labor unions have been quiet as well, by and large.

The California Faculty Association isn’t one of them. It represents 29,000 workers. “We further call for an immediate end to the engineered famine and deliberate starving of the people in Gaza, labor complicity with genocide, and all US military aid to Israel,” the union said.

The Teamsters said nothing. In fact, president Sean O’Brien allegedly spent the weekend promoting a chat with right-wing commentator Vivek Ramaswamy. Ramaswamy, who once opposed the president, is a favorite among Trump supporters. Suddenly, it begins to make sense.

The labor unions and the media seems complicit in ignoring Smalls’ beating and detention. They may bash the president or align with him, but they will not cross that invisible line. How long many international human rights violations must occur until we admit that media silence is a powerful form of complicity?

The Freedom Flotilla Coalition has called for the end to the humanitarian blockade of Gaza. And now, the pressure mounts on political and labor leaders to join them.

5 Things Every Artist Should Do According to Rapper-Turned-Manager Phresher

By: Chuck Creekmur (@ChuckCreekmur)Category: Breeding Ground

Talent alone isn’t enough in today’s music industry. Plain and simple. Much more is required of artists in this climate. Artists need strategy, presence and adaptability to stand out. Phresher, a one-time Brooklyn rapper, was known for hits like “Wait a Minute” and collaborations with Remy Ma and Eminem. But now, Phresher is making waves in artist development and management. Trading in the mic (for now), he’s focused on mentoring the next generation and helping young artists navigate the game.

The path to success looks drastically different than it did just a few short years ago. Artists today have to be part musician, part content creator and a whole brand. Phresher chatted with AllHipHop’s Chuck “Jigsaw” Creekmur and dropped real gems for artists trying to make it.

1. Don’t Be Afraid to Pivot
Phresher isn’t retired from music, but he is evolving.

“A lot of people are afraid to pivot,” he said. “But I saw a loophole in the game: artist development.”

His move into management wasn’t just about paperwork and booking shows; it’s about building artists from the ground up. If your path changes, adjust your playbook, but keep the passion.

2. Artist Development is Everything
Being an artist is way more than just making music. Phresher stresses showing up, knowing how to talk, interview and, most importantly, how to respect the game. “You gotta be outside. Touch the people. You can’t win being Hollywood at home.”

The grind doesn’t stop, but you have to be professional in all the ways these days.

3. Move Beyond Instagram – TikTok and YouTube Matter
“Instagram doesn’t matter,” Phresher declared. “Build your TikTok. Build your YouTube.”

TikTok and YouTube give artists the best shot at organic reach, fan building, and relevance. Stop chasing likes. Start building impact.

4. Stream and Collaborate
“Every artist should be a streamer now,” he said. Whether it’s Twitch, YouTube Live, or IG Live, fans want to see you. New artists should stream your lifestyle and your music in those streams. Also, don’t limit collabs to your own circle. You have to step outside your neighborhood and build bridges.

5. Be You—Unapologetically
“You can’t fit in and stand out at the same time,” Phresher said.

He likens each artists to the uniqueness of fingerprints. Individuality is a superpower. Authenticity separates timeless artists from temporary ones.

💡 BONUS: “Out of sight, out of mind,” he implored. Stay visible. Events, interviews and streams all matter for your brand.

Whether you’re just getting started or leveling up, Phresher’s advice is a masterclass in artist longevity. Be strategic. Be active. Be yourself.

How Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour Turned Her Into Country Music Revolutionary

By: Eric AzikeCategory: Opinion

Beyoncé closed out her Cowboy Carter Tour on July 26 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, ending a 32-date run. She didn’t just break records, she reshaped country music with the tour. With more than $407 million grossed and 1.6 million tickets sold, it’s the highest-grossing “country” tour of all time.

For me, the impact was deeply personal.

I was there in the crowd at D.C., and the second the lights dimmed, it was clear—this wasn’t just a concert, it was a cultural shift. The production was cinematic and her vocals were flawless. The energy in the venue was electric. Beyoncé opened with a haunting performance of “American Requiem” followed by a Jimi Hendrix–style rendition of the “Star-Spangled Banner.” She was setting the tone for a genre-fusing night that moved effortlessly between country, gospel and even ballroom. One moment she was crooning a bluegrass ballad and the next, the crowd was vogueing to deep basslines. Beyoncé is one of the only artists who could deliver that kind of genre-bending brilliance.

READ ALSO: Beyoncé Rewrites Country Music History With Cowboy Carter Tour

With the Cowboy Carter Tour, she became the first woman—and the absolute first American artist—to headline two separate tours that each grossed over $400 million. The mammoth trek followed her 2023 Renaissance World Tour, which raked in $579.8 million.

Even though it was a shorter run, the tour smashed more than 40 records, including:

  • Fastest tour to surpass $400 million (in just 32 shows)
  • Highest-grossing female engagement at a single venue: $70.3 million at MetLife Stadium
  • Record-breaking runs at major venues like SoFi Stadium (L.A.), Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (London), and Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta)

The tour was about more than just numbers. It was a reset. Beyoncé reclaimed country music’s Black roots, elevated artists like Shaboozey and spotlighted Black creators in Western fashion. Her influence sparked a cowboy-core revival with fans showing up in fringe, boots and custom gear designed by Black women.

In D.C., I saw more than fans. I saw families. They all gathered to celebrate heritage, identity and I saw pure joy. When she closed the night with “Ya Ya” and the entire stadium sang in unison, it was more revival than a concert.

And then there was Las Vegas.

The Vegas finale somehow raised the bar even higher. Destiny’s Child reunited for their first performance in seven years. Her husband, JAY-Z joined her onstage. Her daughters, Blue Ivy and Rumi, both made appearances. Rumi even performed alongside her mom, her official debut. With Oprah, Tyler Perry and Kris Jenner in the crowd, it had all the glitz and glam but still felt intimate.

The Cowboy Carter Tour didn’t just break records, it broke barriers. Beyoncé redefined what country music is, who it belongs to and how it sounds. And as someone who witnessed it up close, I can say this: she preached. It was intentional, inspirational and it worked.

Whether you caught one show or followed the whole tour, one thing is certain: Beyoncé didn’t just ride into country music—she galloped in, bold and brilliant, forever changing the game.

Rahiem Hurls Dark Accusations At Furious 5 Members Over Sexuality & Exclusion

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: Rumors

Rahiem of Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five has ignited a storm of controversy after appearing to accuse fellow group members Scorpio and Melle Mel of being gay, while also alleging he’s been deliberately shut out of group performances due to personal conflicts and what he describes as “zesty behavior.”

In a lengthy and unfiltered Facebook post, Rahiem claimed he’s been financially stable without the group’s involvement, writing, “To those who believed exclusion would end me….fyi, I moved to a new apartment, went on vacation the same week and went shopping and spent thousands! While on vacation, spent a few more thousand and I’m on my way home and still have thousands and not one dime of it can be attributed to any rap shows!”

He went further, accusing unnamed group members of trying to sabotage his income. “My money comes on time every time and there’s no hating ass anti men/bisexuals blocking my ability to get my money because they’re secretly mad I’m not down with their little gay ass clique!”

The Hip-Hop veteran didn’t hold back, directly calling out the group with a slur-laced message: “Fk ALL YOU GATE KEEPING MO’s and especially GMF & the Furious bi’s! I said wtf I said but this isn’t an angry post….this post is indicative of my triumph!”

Rahiem also alleged that a member of the group’s team tried to spy on him during hotel stays. “The person responsible for booking the Furious 5’s shows deliberately excludes me from performing with the group because when I was performing with them regularly, (after first joining the group) he’d sneak to the front desk of whichever hotels we checked into and ask for an extra key to my room (unbeknownst to me), in order to try and watch me engage in intimacy with women.”

He added that once he confronted the individual, he was iced out of future performances. “Once I realized that’s what he was doing and blacked out on him for it, in addition to him being jealous, people outside of the group recognize I’ve contributed much more to the group’s success than he has, so he began excluding me from performing with them!”

Despite the harsh tone, Rahiem clarified he has no issue with the LGBTQ+ community. “For the record, I have nothing against gay people, whether man or woman! However, I’m heterosexual and absolutely adore women!”

He continued, “We could co-exist in the same group if they didn’t try to involve me in their gayeties and didn’t take on the attitude of scorned women! Dude carries empty matching purses to match everything he wears on stage.”

Rahiem also recounted a conversation with one of the group members, who allegedly shared a story about receiving oral sex from a man. “My immediate response was ‘yooooo that’s gay.’ His response was ‘I’m not gay because he sucked mine but I didn’t suck his.’ I said, ‘Bruh I don’t know where tf you got that twisted ass logic from but whenever two men engage in intimacy, that makes them both gay!'”

He added, “Then he said ‘bruh that carries the different color man purses on stage at every show, did the same thing he did after going in the bathroom and finding the glory hole’! I responded and said ok so that means you’re both gay!”

According to Rahiem, the rest of the group was present during that exchange but remained silent.

Frank Ocean Reportedly Threatened Tyler, The Creator With Legal Action

By: IllseedCategory: Rumors

Damn, this is the oddest future ever.

Frank Ocean and Tyler, The Creator are two of the most brilliant, enigmatic minds in modern rap. And they have unfollowed each other on social media. That may seem trivial, but it’s not. We are definitely in an era where everyone is clout-tapping and algorithm-chasing (or is that reversed?). But this isn’t that. This is personal. And it didn’t stop there. Hell, Tyler even unfollowed Frank’s fashion brand, Homer. TF. That move alone had longtime fans clutching their pearls.

So what’s really going on?

Let’s walk this down carefully. The unfollowing came with no real drama. No bars aimed at each other. Frank Ocean recently released the Channel Orange vinyl and something happened. Two tracks were noticeably missing. “White,” produced by Tyler, and “Golden Girl,” which features him were both gone. Why? Some say licensing. Maybe. Pettiness? Hmmmmmm….

Tyler, The Creator recently told fans that a “longtime friend” threatened to sue him over a feature he wanted to drop. Tyler never said who, but the streets are saying it was Frank. This isn’t far-fetched either. Frank reportedly threatened Travis Scott during the Astroworld album rollout. It could be nothing or it could be everything.

Then, Tyler dropped Call Me If You Get Lost: The Estate Sale with surprise features by Kanye West, Vince Staples, A$AP Rocky but not Frank Ocean. Now his new record, Don’t Tap the Glass, continues the trend. Frank is M.I.A. despite being such a pivotal part of Tyler’s history.

This feels like the final nail in the Odd Future casket, at least for these two.

Odd Future has been more of a concept for a while now. In 2015, Tyler said, “I don’t think OF is coming back.” Still, he has never said there was an official breakup. Maybe that was a respect thing. Maybe he didn’t want to cross what they represented. They were a rebellion in creativity.

Sources close to the situation say a cease-and-desist from Frank Ocean over the use of his old vocals might’ve been the straw that broke the camel’s back. Seriously, legal threats between friends is a big issue.

The optimist in me wants to believe they’ll make nice again. But I knows how ego, age and artistic ambition can become a cancer. They aren’t teenagers anymore. They’re grown, running empires and making space for their own big brands.

Hopefully, Earl Sweatshirt’s lurking somewhere with a project. Until then, I’ll be listening to that new Clipse album and wondering what could have been.

-illseed out

Curren$y Shuts Down Freddie Gibbs “Beef”—Drops Classy Response In Comments

By: IllseedCategory: Rumors

What do we have here?

Curren$y and Freddie Gibbs might have made magic once, but it looks like there won’t be a Fetti 2. The internet might just short-circuit from the maturity Spitta just displayed.

While fans are still bumpin’ Alfredo 2, the long-awaited sequel from Gibbs and Alchemist, it didn’t take long for ears to smell the beef. That lurked in “Gas Station Sushi,” a track where Gibbs sneak-disses someone that loves vintage Chevys. Many speculated (clearly) the bar—“Could’ve ran that Fetti by myself”—was a jab at Curren$y. They put in good work on Fetti and their creative chemistry was awesome IN SONG. But in real life, not so much. Some folks braced for lyrical warfare, but Spitta had other plans. He’s basically ignoring it.

Curren$y addressed it before but said something new in his comments section. The New Orleans native addressed it plainly. It would be “corny” to respond to Freddie.” That’s it. No beef, just vibes…and his new project, 730.

Freddie never named Curren$y outright, so he didn’t drop a bomb. I do believe the fans were ready to start placing bets.

READ ALSO: Freddie Gibbs Throws Lyrical Hands At Curren$y, AK & More

But Curren$y is a chill, laid back dude. The man known largely for outworking most of the industry and not ever raising his voice. He’s clearly staying focused on his cars and peace. The streets are begging for “blood,” but he’s not with it.

Interestingly, 730 includes a few special guests and bonus tracks at the end.

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Curren$y might be leaving space for it, but don’t hold your breath. He’s not stepping out his lane for this. Freddie fans are happy. Spitta’s fans are about to be fed. They just won’t be chewing on beef—it’s simply not on the menu.

What the heck…let run that Fetti back.

-illseed out

Lil Baby Gives 4,000 Atlanta Families Back-To-School Day They’ll Never Forget

By: London JennnCategory: News

Lil Baby brought school spirit and serious support to Atlanta’s West End with the launch of his nonprofit, The Jones Project and his fifth annual Back to School Fest, where more than 4,000 families received free supplies, food and fun.

The event, held at West End Production Park, was part giveaway, part block party.

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Students from kindergarten through 12th grade picked up backpacks, uniforms, wellness kits, shoes and custom gear—all at no cost. The day also featured carnival rides, bounce houses, face painting and free haircuts and braiding services.

“I love them like they love me,” Lil Baby told The Atlanta Voice during the event. “It means a lot to be able to come back and give back, because I know so much comes behind not having shoes and school utensils and stuff for school. Because that be a lot of kids’ reason to steer off.”

He continued, “To know that the parents don’t have to stress about this part makes me feel good.”

The Jones Project focuses on helping families in Atlanta’s West End by removing obstacles that can impact a child’s education—like not having the right supplies or clothes. The nonprofit’s mission is rooted in Lil Baby’s own experiences growing up in the area.

Local leaders, including Atlanta City Councilmembers and Board of Education representatives, were on hand to show support. Sponsors like Zaxby’s, Slim & Husky’s and Dr. Bombay Ice Cream provided food and treats throughout the day.

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Lil Baby stayed present throughout the event, posing for photos and connecting with families. His message was clear: every kid deserves to start the school year feeling ready and confident.

Skepta Drops Third Diss “Junior’s Law”—Joyner Lucas Labels It Trash

By: London JennnCategory: News

Joyner Lucas was distinctly unimpressed after hearing Skepta’s third diss track aimed at him Monday night (July 28), calling it “easily the worst one” and brushing it off as background noise while plugging his new album.

Dropping “#JuniorsLaw,” Skepta labeled the clash “Easiest clash I ever had #JuniorsLaw OUT NOW,” taking shots at Lucas for “Cosplaying gangster rappers” and accusing him of using the beef to push his album.

He also name-dropped battle rap heavyweights from both sides of the pond, including Hitman Holla, Arsonal and Shotty Horroh to boost his lyrical credibility.

However, Lucas wasn’t impressed.

“Just heard it. No b#######, this one is easily the worst one I heard out of the 3 skippy. Especially the first half. [trash can emoji] Give it up,” he posted.

In a video shared on social media, Lucas gave a live reaction to the track. “I’m over here minding my business, living my best life, and I guess Skippy dropped a new song,” he began. “I guess the n#### just don’t want to die. But I’m a listen to it and I want y’all to listen to this s### with me. If it’s fire, I might respond; you kinda have to. If it’s trash, I’m not responding, I’m just gone end this s###.”

Joyner Lucas Lights A Candle For Skepta

Before even diving into the lyrics, Lucas lit a candle, joking it was for a vigil. As the beat kicked in, he cracked, “That s### sound like some Power Rangers s### already.”

He didn’t make it far before dismissing the production as “horrible” and Skepta’s bars as “trash.” Lucas also took aim at British rap fans, questioning their standards for lyricism.

He ended the video early before lighting his candle. “it’s over skippy,” he wrote. “ADHD 2 out now bruv. Try Trinidad James or suttin.”

This is the third round in a back-and-forth that started when Skepta dropped “Friendly Fire,” calling Lucas a “joke” and questioning his place in U.S. Hip-Hop. Lucas fired back with “Nobody Cares,” mocking Skepta’s career and ties to Drake.

Skepta responded with “Round 2,” boasting about his triple platinum status in the States and mocking Lucas for rapping in third person. Lucas countered with “ROUND 2KO,” and now Skepta has returned with “#JuniorsLaw.”

Skepta’s own review of Lucas’ tracks? “Both his tracks were horrible [vomit emoji]. But his first track was best out the 2.”

Mariah Carey Insists She Doesn’t Age: “Just Doesn’t Happen”

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Mariah Carey is out here dodging birthdays and hyping her next album like aging ain’t even a thing. The 56-year-old icon sat down with Harper’s Bazaar UK and basically said Father Time can kick rocks.

“I don’t allow it – it just doesn’t happen,” she said with a grin. “I don’t know time. I don’t know numbers. I do not acknowledge time – I have a new song that starts with that line…”

She’s got her 16th studio album, Here for It All, dropping September 26, and while she’s been in the game for decades, Mariah’s still on her own wavelength.

And if you thought she was gonna play it humble, think again. When asked which artist she looks up to the most, she didn’t even flinch.

“I’m going to have to go with me!” she laughed. And, love her or not, she still cares what people say about her music.

“It’s nice when people say good things and give you a good response, and then if they don’t like it, and they don’t say good things, you have to be able to push that away, let that go, you know? Because why, at this point in my life, would I really be worried about that stuff?”

She also broke down how she deals with the constant public attention. Spoiler: she doesn’t bother with wigs or shades.

“It’s part of my job. What’s the point of a disguise? Just get up, get dressed, go out. If I don’t want to be seen, I’ll stay home,” she said.

EXCLUSIVE: Diddy, Christian Combs Try To Wriggle Out Of Alleged Yacht Assault With “International” Defense

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg)Category: News

Christian Combs and his father, Diddy, are attempting to shut down a sexual assault lawsuit by arguing the alleged incident happened too far from California for the state’s laws to apply.

In a motion filed in federal court, attorneys for both men are asking a judge to toss out the case brought by yacht stewardess Grace O’Marcaigh, who claims Christian Combs assaulted her aboard a luxury vessel in international waters near the U.S. Virgin Islands in December 2022.

The defense hinges not on denying the allegations, but on jurisdictional technicalities.

Christian’s legal team argues that even if the claims are true, California law doesn’t cover conduct that occurred outside the state.

The lawsuit accuses Christian of assault, battery, sexual assault and both negligent and intentional infliction of emotional distress.

Diddy is also named in the suit for allegedly fostering a “lawless atmosphere” on the yacht and paying off the captain to suppress the incident.

Christian’s attorneys clarify that they are not challenging the court’s jurisdiction over him personally, since he is a California resident. However, they insist that California law cannot be applied to alleged misconduct that occurred in international waters.

The incident reportedly happened on December 28, 2022, during a high-profile holiday charter aboard the superyacht Victorious. O’Marcaigh claims Christian entered the yacht’s recording studio intoxicated, ordered rounds of tequila for guests and crew and later groped and kissed her without consent.

She alleges he followed her to another part of the yacht and tried to force her to perform oral sex before a co-worker intervened.

She reported the incident to the captain the following day, but says she was blamed for drinking with guests and kept on duty. The lawsuit claims Diddy, who chartered the yacht, paid the captain to keep the incident quiet.

If the court denies the motion to dismiss, both Christian and Diddy will be expected to formally respond to the allegations.

Doja Cat Clowns Sydney Sweeney As Racist Controversy Over “Genes” Explodes

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Doja Cat clowned Sydney Sweeney all over TikTok after the actress’s cringy American Eagle ad blew up online for all the wrong reasons.

The ad, which awkwardly plays on “great genes” and “great jeans,” has folks comparing it to Nazi-era ideology, and Doja wasted no time roasting the ad.

In the now-viral ad, Sweeney smiles and says, “Genes are passed down from parents to offspring, often determining traits like hair color, personality and even eye color. My jeans are blue.”

The ad didn’t sit well with a whole lotta people, including Doja Cat.

Doja jumped on TikTok and dropped a parody of the ad, poking fun at Sweeney’s lines and facial expressions with her usual deadpan delivery with a redneck accent.

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my jeans are blee

♬ original sound – Doja Cat

Doja and the rest of the internet quickly clocked the campaign’s weird focus on Sweeney’s bright blue eyes and blonde hair, which many called out as pushing a whitewashed beauty ideal.

Critics said the ad was pushing eugenics, a racist pseudoscience from the early 1900s that claimed certain people were “genetically superior” and others needed to be “bred out.”

It was used to justify sterilizations, discrimination and Nazi propaganda. So when you put a blonde white woman in an ad talking about “great genes,” people are gonna side-eye that real fast – and the backlash was loud.

One user tweeted, “Doja Cat mocking Sydney Sweeney was not in my bingo card this year but I ain’t complaining.” Another chimed in, “Doja on the right side of history as usual.”

People online said the ad lacked racial diversity and questioned whether the same script would’ve flown if a Black or brown celeb were in the spot.

Meanwhile, American Eagle’s social media accounts are being flooded with insults, jokes and threats of boycotts and threats of boycotts if they pull the ad.

Drake Cancels Australia Tour Dates, Leaving Fans Disappointed

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Drake has officially pulled the plug on his postponed shows in Australia and New Zealand after earlier delays left ticket holders in limbo.

The Hip-Hop heavyweight had already performed in Perth, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane back in February during his Anita Max Win Tour.

But plans to return for four additional concerts in March were derailed by what his team described as a “scheduling conflict.” The shows—set initially for Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney and Spark Arena in Auckland—were initially pushed back.

Now, those dates are off the calendar for good.

“Live Nation Australia regrets to inform you that the previously postponed Drake shows in Australia and New Zealand have now been officially cancelled,” the company announced Tuesday in a statement posted to its website. “Despite extensive efforts to find a solution, rescheduling within the necessary timeframe was not possible. Drake remains committed to returning and performing these shows when his schedule permits.”

All customers who purchased tickets will receive full refunds.

Drake has not issued a personal statement about the cancellations. He is currently on the road for his Some Special Shows 4 U tour alongside PartyNextDoor, with their next performance scheduled for Wednesday night in Amsterdam.