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Sudan Archives Links With West Coast Icon Egyptian Lover For Electro Madness

By: Kyle Eustice Updated Category: Exclusives
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West Coast electro-Hip-Hop pioneer Egyptian Lover and Stones Throw Records’ Sudan Archives have collaborated on a new single called “Freakalizer (The Egyptian Lover Remix).” The track and accompanying video arrived earlier this week and, as the title suggests, came with a healthy dose of 808 beats and funky synths. The song has been a long time in the making. As Egyptian Lover explained to AllHipHop.com, it was initially conceived in 2020 during the pandemic.

“I am friends with Peanut Butter Wolf and he told me about his new artist when he signed her,” Egyptian Lover said. “I invited them down to one of my studio sessions and met her. I offered that I would do a song for her. After about a year she asked if I could still do it, so I created the beat and a few elements, and her and her people hooked it up. I wrote some and she wrote some and then a year later, Peanut Butter Wolf, Brian Ellis and I did the remix for it.

“People really like the mix of our two worlds. We shot part of the video at my 60th birthday party. She even did a surprise performance and rocked it. I’m always glad to work with new artists. I love their energy and creativity. M.I.A. was also a very creative person that I loved working with, and Masarima’s ‘Freak like U’ is doing well. I hope the DJs play both of these songs back to back.”

Egyptian Lover made a seismic impact on the Los Angeles dance scene when he first emerged in the early 1980s. In June, Snoop Dogg invited Egyptian Lover and Newcleus—most famous for their 1984 single “Jam On It”—to perform during a Death Row Records private party at his California compound.

“I played there before,” he told AllHipHop.com at the time. “He’s a big fan. After 40 years it really feels good to still see OGs grooving to my songs. So many older cats at the party came and was talking about the old days and hearing my first songs on the radio and hearing Uncle Jamm’s Army live on the radio. Being one of the first to do it on the West Coast, getting props still to this day is an incredible feeling.”

As he briefly mentioned, Egyptian Lover turned 60 on August 31 and is still touring the world with his timeless catalog. Sudan Archives, meanwhile, released her latest full-length album, Natural Brown Prom Queen, in 2022. She dropped four singles from the project, including “Home Maker,” “Selfish Soul,” “NBPQ (Topless)” and “OMG Britt.”

Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg Spotted At U2’s Opening Of Las Vegas Sphere

By: Kyle Eustice Updated Category: News
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The Sphere opened in Las Vegas on Friday (September 29) with a performance by Irish rock legends U2. The show kicked off the group’s months-long “residency” at the new state-of-the-art facility. As expected, celebrities and music executives flooded the 20,000-cap dome, including Sir Paul McCartney, Jimmy Iovine, Irving and Jeffery Azoff, Diplo, Breaking Bad actor Bryan Cranston, Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre.

Snoop Dogg took to Instagram to share a short clip of the immersive experience, which showed the cannabis connoisseur blazing a joint as he watched the show. He accompanied the post with a simple caption that read: “U2.”

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The Sphere boasts an enormous amount of amenities, including seats with high speed internet access, a portable stage that can be any size and can come out for movies, nine levels, including the basement, where a VIP club is located, 23 suites, a 16K resolution wraparound LED screen, measuring 160,000 square feet, the largest and highest-resolution LED screen in the world, and 4D features like scent and wind.

The spatial audio system based on Holoplot’s X1 speaker module is comprised of 1,600 X1 speakers that are installed behind the LED panels, along with 300 mobile modules, for a total of 167,000 speaker drivers. The sound system also comes through the floorboards. As for the exterior of the venue, there’s 80,000 square feet of programmable lighting, while The Sphere itself measures 366 feet high and 516 feet wide at its broadest point.

The plan is to host four to six residencies each year. The arena will primarily host awards shows and concerts, in addition to other entertainment events. Though it’s not designed to fit a traditional arena layout for sports such as basketball and hockey, it can host ring sports events such as boxing and mixed martial arts.

District Attorney Asks Court To Ban Quando Rondo From Chatham County

By: Kershaw St. Jawnson Updated Category: News
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The Chatham County District Attorney is causing more legal headaches for Quando Rondo. As previously reported by AllHipHop.com, the Savannah rapper is currently facing charges connected to several shootings for violating Georgia’s Street Gang Terrorism Act in June.

At the time, a judge granted the recording artist a $100,000 bond so he could continue to work, touring and promoting his music. Now, the DA is working to stop the artist from being able to perform in Chatham County, at least until the trial is complete.

According to WJCL, on Friday (September 29), the prosecution presented a list of times when the “Imperfect Flower” rapper and his group were targeted in shootings.

The state mentioned a recent incident that occurred a few weeks ago on Skidaway Road in which approximately 30 shell casings were found at the scene, and nearly four firearms, including an AR-15 assault rifle, were used in an attack on the artist and a group of people.

Additionally, the state referred to a 2021 incident at a Blackshear gas station. Another incident mentioned by the state occurred in August 2022 when the 24-year-old rapper was in Los Angeles with Saviay’a Robinson, and they had to take cover from gunfire. Unfortunately, Robinson was killed. The DA contends Quando Rondo’s very presence places people in danger.

“These incidents show that there are individuals or groups of individuals that are actively seeking to harm the defendant. The assailants have time and again indicated that they have no respect for the lives of other humans, including members of the Chatham County Community,” the filing reads.

The rapper returns to court at the end of November.

Cardi B Praises Offset For Being Able To Handle Her Smart Mouth And “All This Ass”

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: News
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Cardi B has celebrated her sixth wedding anniversary with her husband Offset. In a recent Instagram video, Cardi B showcased a collection of roses she received from her husband in celebration of their sixth wedding anniversary.

“Thank you sooo much baby,” Cardi captioned the clip. “Thank you for the flowers, the empowerment, the protection and for being a great father to our children.”

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Cardi B and Offset tied the knot in September 2017, however, they didn’t announce their marriage the following year.

They share two children: five-year-old Kulture Kiari Cephus Almanzar and two-year-old Wave Set Cephus Almanzar. Offset is also the father to three other children from previous relationships.

“I love so many things about you.I love the fact that I’m with a grown a** man that’s going to provide, protect and help both of us GROW and can handle my mouth, my attitude, my confidence(,) my weakness and all this A**,” the rapper continued in her caption.

“MY FAVORITE FAVORITE FAVORITE thing about you is that you study me and always pay attention to what I’m into (-) From my favorite colors, my favorite brands to MY FAVORITE foods.”

She concluded, “I love that you into details like me because it’s always the lil things that make me smile or even drive me off the wall… Happy anniversary to US.”

2Pac Murder Case: Clark County Posts Indictment That Led To Keefe D’s Arrest

By: Kyle Eustice Updated Category: News
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Duane “Keefe D” Davis was arrested for the murder of Tupac Shakur on Friday (September 29), marking the biggest development in the case in decades. Unsurprisingly, social media blew up with reactions and reporters got to work scraping up the details that led Davis’ arrest. Meghann Cuniff, who recently provided on the ground coverage of the Tory Lanez trial, obtained a copy of the indictment from the Clark County District Attorney, Steve Wolfson.

As Cuniff noted in the caption, “It names the South Side Compton Crips and says Davis got the gun used in the murder ‘for the purpose of seeking retribution against Tupac Amaru Shakur and/or Marion Knight aka ‘Suge.'” It  went on to say Davis is “criminally liable under one or more of the following principles of criminal liability, to wit: (1) by directly committing this crime; and/or (2) by aiding or abetting in the commission of this crime, with the intent that this crime be committed, by counseling, encouraging, hiring, commanding, inducing and/or otherwise procuring the other to commit the crime.”

The fact of the matter is Davis likely didn’t pull the trigger—investigators believe that was his nephew, Orlando Anderson’s, role. But, as the indictment explains, Davis is still culpable. Wolfson and members of the Las Vegas Police Department held a press conference following Davis’ arrest in which Wolfson addressed the Nevada law.

“It has often been said ‘justice delayed is justice denied,’” Wolfson began. “It’s a quote we hear often and for many, many years when talking about our legal system, but not in this case. Today, justice will be served in the murder of Tupac Shakur. I’d like to acknowledge the relentless work of the many Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department homicide detectives. We’ve mentioned detective Cliff Mogg many times, and we can’t mention his name enough. He is the detective, along with his colleagues, that brought this case here today to you.

“A Clark County grand jury has indicted Duane Davis, with one count of open murder with use of a deadly weapon with a gang enhancement. Davis will appear in court in the next few days or so for a hearing to determine his custody status and to set a jury trial date. This grand jury has been receiving evidence for months and has determined there is sufficient evidence to justify the filing of his criminal indictment.”

He continued, “I’ve assigned two of my top prosecutors, Mark DiGiacomo and Binu Palal, to prosecute this case. I know a lot of people have been watching and waiting for this day. Tupac Shakur is a music legend and for a long time, this community and worldwide have been wanting justice for 2Pac. Today we are taking that first step. 2Pac was actually quoted as saying ‘death is not the greatest loss in life; the greatest loss is what dies inside while still alive. Never surrender.’ Well, we didn’t surrender […] I am proud to announce the return of this document. This is the indictment we’ve been waiting almost three decades for. It spells out the facts and circumstances and what justifies a Clark County grand jury in returning an indictment. Justice will be served.”

 

Read it in full above.

Tupac Shakur’s Sister On Keefe D’s Arrest: “Today Is A Victory But I Will Reserve Judgement”

By: Kershaw St. Jawnson Updated Category: News
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Tupac Shakur quickly mentioned his sister, Sekyiwa Shakur, in the 1995 single “Dear Mama” although most people don’t know who she is. When authorities arrested Duane “Keefe D” Davis for the murder of the iconic rapper on Friday (September 29), people were evidently interested in what she had to say.

Hours after the arrest, Sekyiwa shared on Instagram, “The silence of the past 27 years surrounding this case has spoken loudly in our community. It’s important to me that the world, the country, the justice system, and our people acknowledge the gravity of the passing of this man, my brother, my mother’s son, my father’s son.”

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Sekyiwa continued, “His life and death matters, and should not go unsolved or unrecognized, so yes, today is a victory but I will reserve judgement until all the facts and legal proceedings are complete.”

While being moved by the notion the mystery behind her brother’s murder might be resolved, her words are also measured.

“There have been multiple hands involved and there remains so much surrounding the life and death of my brother Tupac and our Shakur family overall,” she added. “We are seeking real justice, on all fronts.”

During a press conference, Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson noted, “It has often been said ‘justice delayed is justice denied.’ It’s a quote we hear often and for many, many years when talking about our legal system, but not in this case. Today, justice will be served in the murder of Tupac Shakur.”

T-Pain Recorded This Legendary Verse In The Bathroom—Now The Song Is In The Toilet

By: Devon Jefferson Updated Category: Rumors
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Not only is T-Pain an expert hit-maker, but he’s also dedicated and persistent in his resolve in the field of improvisation. Believe it or not, Teddy Pain was a part of arguably one of Bow Wow’s most successful career moments due to his indirect contribution to his 2007 album, The Price Of Fame.

The album peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard 200 and was notably home to the fan-favorite hit single “Ima Flirt” featuring R. Kelly. While T-Pain didn’t appear on the original version of the song, he surely made his presence known on the remix of the record. Alongside prime R. Kelly and T.I., T-Pain emerged completely unfazed on the track and in a full-fledged Auto-Tuned fit of creative cadence-driven fury.

Now, T-Pain has revealed he didn’t even get to record the verse in an actual studio with his counterpart and instead, recorded it himself in an airport bathroom. Given R. Kelly’s fall from grace into the depths of prison as a convicted sexual offender, it’s kind off ironic the origins of this record draw back to the toilet—where the Chicago vocalist’s life and career now lies.

Check out the full story below.

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Hit-Boy Proves He & LaRussell Are Ahead Of The Curve With Latest Cash Grab

By: Devon Jefferson Updated Category: Rumors
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Hit-Boy is giving the general public the opportunity of a lifetime by offering fans and listeners a chance to own a percentage of his publishing split from Travis Scott’s UTOPIA album.

To be more specific, the California-bred producer is auctioning off a percentage of his publishing split for the album, which became the first Hip-Hop album to lead the Billboard 200 for its first four weeks since Drake’s Scorpion in 2018, on eBay. The five percent split up for grabs from the Beyoncé-leaning record “DELRESTO (ECHOES)” is also accompanied by the AKAI 61 key MIDI keyboard Hit-Boy used to produce the record.

As far as innovation goes, this is probably the first time I’ve ever heard of a producer selling a fixed percentage of the publishing split directly to a consumer. The only other artist I know of doing something similar is none other than the Vallejo Valedictorian himself LaRussell—who’s been offering his listeners the chance to buy a percentage of the publishing from his records for at least the last year.

In a way, this concept firmly builds onto the idealogy that Nipsey Hussle pioneered over a decade ago with his “Proud 2 Pay” revenue model. Hit-Boy is lowkey carrying the torch for the West Coast with this move, right?

Check out the details of the publishing split up for sale below.

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Jada Pinkett Reacts To Arrest In 2Pac Murder Case

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Las Vegas authorities arrested Duane “Keefe D” Davis on Friday (September 29) for the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur. Davis was charged with one count of murder with a deadly weapon and with the intent to promote, further or assist a criminal gang. Hours later, the legendary rapper’s pre-fame friend, Jada Pinkett, shared her thoughts on the development.

“Now I hope we can get some answers and have some closure. R.I.P. Pac,” she wrote on her Instagram Stories. At one point, 2Pac’s murder seemed destined to be a cold case forever as decades passed without any indictments.

Prior to his passing, 2Pac built a personal relationship with Pinkett while attending the Baltimore School for the Arts together. Earlier this month, she shared her enduring love for 2Pac, uploading a video of the then-teenagers lipsyncing to DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince’s “Parents Just Don’t Understand.”

Pinkett later married The Fresh Prince, better known as Hollywood actor Will Smith, in 1997 and they had two children: 25-year-old Jaden Smith and 22-year-old Willow Smith.

“Not in a million years would I have dreamed that the Fresh Prince and I would become, um, very acquainted,” Pinkett captioned her Instagram post. “Not in a million years did I imagine three lives, their fates, would be so intertwined.”

Twenty-seven years after 2Pac’s murder, there’s a sense of relief that justice will potentially be served. Although Davis didn’t pull the trigger, under Nevada law he’s still culpable for the murder. As Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Lt. Jason Johansson said, “He orchestrated the plan that was carried out.”

Swaggertown Records Is Offering Single Deals

By: Staff Writer Updated Category: Music News
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In the heart of New York, Swaggertown Records, an independent (“indie”) record label, has been making waves in the music industry since its establishment in 2015. Led by the visionary Jake Strain and his dedicated associates, this record label is not just a music label; it’s a platform for artists to thrive, find their voice, and achieve unparalleled success through resources and one one-on-one partnerships.

Swaggertown Records has embarked on a remarkable journey, by building a loyal team of new artists and producers. The scouts are on a mission to discover the next big artists and guide them on their path to stardom. It’s not just about signing contracts; it’s about nurturing raw talent and helping artists reach their full potential.

One of the distinguishing features of Swaggertown Records is its commitment to fair and artist-friendly deals. Unlike some labels that exploit artists, Swaggertown Records offers a generous 50% profit-share agreement, commonly known as a 50-50 deal. Their ethos is clear: artists are not commodities to be used as tax write-offs and then left on the shelf. At Swaggertown Records, every artist is given the opportunity to shine, and their success is a foundation to the label’s integrity.

In an era where the music industry is rapidly evolving into the digital age, Swaggertown Records has proven they can adapt the new trends, new sounds and a unique strategy that leverages the power of streaming services, making radio play and television appearances seem like relics of the past. With the right resources and connections, Swaggertown Records has mastered the art of launching artists into the digital limelight.

Central to their strategy is the meticulous curation of an artist’s catalog. Swaggertown Records breaks down an artist’s body of work and devises a comprehensive game plan for the proper release of their music. But it doesn’t stop there; each artist is assigned a dedicated manager and publicist, working one-on-one to ensure they receive the attention and media coverage they deserve. This personalized approach catapults artists into the spotlight, connecting them with major platforms and outlets to gain the exposure needed for a thriving career.

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SIGNS: Is New York City Sinking?

By: illseed Updated Category: Rumors
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Have you seen what is going on in New York City? It is crazy! Check these out:

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CxyStrDv0T3/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D

Or this!

For the longest time, there has been a rumor that New York City is sinking. You know Manhattan is an island, right? People have started these tall tales way before my time, but they gain traction when disaster strikes. And disaster struck! New York is currently in a state of emergency.

On Friday morning, Governor Kathy Hochul of New York declared a state of emergency in New York City, and surrounding areas like Long Island, and the Hudson Valley. They are experiencing severe, record-breaking flooding. They are telling people to stay home.

The govenenor said, “This weather event presents significant challenges and is indeed life-threatening. I implore all New Yorkers to take this warning seriously to ensure their safety.” The New York City Fire Department saved people dealing with flooding in six basements. A sealion got out of one of those New York zoos, becauses the water raised up so high!

But…is the city sinking?

New York City is not sinking in the sense of being pulled underwater. Some parts, especially those parts built on landfill and lower-lying areas, are vulnerable to sea-level rise and flooding due to climate change.

Sea-level rise is a global issue resulting from the melting of polar ice caps and the thermal expansion of seawater as the planet warms. This is a man-made thing! This rise in sea levels can lead to increased flooding and erosion along coastal areas. New York City, with its extensive coastline, is at risk.

New York has tried to combat this by building seawalls, raising buildings, and improving drainage systems, but clearly, it ain’t working!

NY is crazy!

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J. Cole’s Manager Shuts Down Speculation About Him Dissing NBA YoungBoy

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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Dreamville co-founder Ibrahim Hamad dismissed online conjecture about J. Cole dissing NBA YoungBoy on Friday (September 29). Hamad responded to a social media post, which said fans believed the rappers exchanged disses.

“I’m pretty sure this is [cap],” Hamad wrote via X (formerly known as Twitter). “Not sure how y’all heard that cole verse and put that together, impressive.”

The diss speculation emerged after J. Cole teamed up with Lil Yachty for a new single titled “The Secret Recipe.” J. Cole’s verse featured no explicit mention of NBA YoungBoy, but some fans thought the Dreamville leader was throwing subliminal shots in response to NBA YoungBoy’s song “F### the Industry Pt. 2.”

“Only breaking bad in the lab, thought y’all was making meth/N##### making threats and I laugh, that’s ’cause you ain’t a threat/Don’t ask how I feel ’bout no rappers, s###, they OK, I guess/Incoming call, press the button, the one that say accept/He FaceTime to ask for a feature and saw the face of death/I’m on your song, your streams going up, not quite the Drake effect/But don’t complain, b####, take what you get and cut the label check,” J. Cole rapped.

NBA YoungBoy dissed J. Cole, Lil Yachty and Drake on “F### the Industry Pt. 2.” The Baton Rouge-bred rapper targeted J. Cole for supposedly avoiding a collaboration.

“J a ho, that n#### played it cold like he was gon’ do a feature/So I texted his line a muscle sign, I swear it’s gon’ be nice to meet you,” NBA YoungBoy rapped.

Listen to “The Secret Recipe” and “F### the Industry Pt. 2” below.

Jacky Oh Autopsy Confirms Cosmetic Surgery’s Role In Her Death

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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The Miami-Dade Medical Examiner’s Office determined DC Young Fly’s partner Jacky Oh died of complications from BBL surgery. According to an autopsy report obtained by Page Six and TMZ, the former Wild ‘N Out star underwent a “gluteal augmentation procedure” the day before she died.

Autopsy results revealed swelling in Jacky Oh’s brain and bleeding around her torso. Her death was ruled an accident.

Jacky Oh, whose real name was Jacklyn Smith, had surgery on May 30 and experienced no complications during the procedure. Her doctor prescribed Ciprofloxacin (antibiotic), Oxycodone (painkiller) and Ondansetron (anti-nausea) for her recovery.

A nurse advised Jacky Oh to stop taking the Ondansetron and switch to Ibuprofen after she began suffering a headache. Things got worse when Smith started to “feel like her head was burning” and had difficulty speaking on May 31.

Smith’s aunt called 911 for help, but Jacky Oh was unresponsive once paramedics arrived. She was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Prior to her death, Smith said she was getting a “mommy makeover” from Dr. Zachary Okhah. The plastic surgeon spoke out a few weeks after she passed away but never mentioned her by name.

Jacky Oh is survived by DC Young Fly and their three children.

Read DC Young Fly’s tribute to his late partner below.

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Las Vegas D.A. Quotes 2Pac While Promising “Justice Will Be Served” In Rapper’s Murder

By: Kyle Eustice Updated Category: News
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Hours after Duane “Keefe D” Davis was arrested for the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur, the Las Vegas Police Department and Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson held a press conference divulging some of the details. During Wolfson’s time on the podium, he quoted 2Pac as he assured viewers justice would be served.

“It has often been said ‘justice delayed is justice denied,'” Wolfson began. “It’s a quote we hear often and for many, many years when talking about our legal system, but not in this case. Today, justice will be served in the murder of Tupac Shakur. I’d like to acknowledge the relentless work of the many Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department homicide detectives. We’ve mentioned detective Cliff Mogg many times, and we can’t mention his name enough. He is the detective, along with his colleagues, that brought this case here today to you.

“A Clark County grand jury has indicted Duane Keith Davis, with one count of open murder with use of a deadly weapon with a gang enhancement. Davis will appear in court in the next few days or so for a hearing to determine his custody status and to set a jury trial date. This grand jury has been receiving evidence for months and has determined there is sufficient evidence to justify the filing of his criminal indictment.”

He continued, “I’ve assigned two of my top prosecutors, Mark DiGiacomo and Binu Palal, to prosecute this case. I know a lot of people have been watching and waiting for this day. Tupac Shakur is a music legend and for a long time, this community and worldwide have been wanting justice for 2Pac. Today we are taking that first step. 2Pac was actually quoted as saying ‘death is not the greatest loss in life; the greatest loss is what dies inside while still alive. Never surrender.’ Well, we didn’t surrender […] I am proud to announce the return of this document. This is the indictment we’ve been waiting almost three decades for. It spells out the facts and circumstances and what justifies a Clark County grand jury in returning an indictment. Justice will be served.”

Davis was arrested on Friday (September 29) morning. He’s the uncle of Shakur’s suspected killer, Orlando Anderson, who was fatally shot in a drive-by two years after Shakur’s death. In July, Las Vegas police searched Davis’ home as part of the investigation into Shakur’s murder but didn’t offer many details. A warrant obtained by NBC at the time revealed they looked at desktops and other electronic storage devices, including thumb drives, CDs, external hard drives and audio recordings. The warrant reportedly uncovered a Pokeball USB drive, black iPhone, two iPads and a purple Toshiba laptop, among other items.

The search warrant was served in Henderson, Nevada and marked the biggest development in the unsolved homicide in years. Over the years, it appeared as though the LVMPD made little progress in solving the case. Davis’ arrest marks the most significant development in the case in 27 years. Stay tuned to AllHipHop.com for more details.

YNW Melly Co-Defendant’s Murder Case Stalls Ahead Of Rapper’s Retrial

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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A Florida judge rescheduled a hearing for YNW Melly’s co-defendant YNW Bortlen in a double murder case. YNW Bortlen’s court date was pushed back to January 12, 2024, per Law & Crime’s Bryson Paul. The hearing was originally scheduled for Friday (September 29).

YNW Bortlen, whose real name is Cortlen Henry, faced a delay while prosecutors focused on retrying YNW Melly for the 2018 murders of YNW Juvy and YNW Sakchaser. Jury selection for the retrial starts on October 9.

Prosecutors accused YNW Melly of shooting and killing his friends after a studio session. Authorities said the suspect and his alleged accomplice YNW Bortlen tried to cover up the murders by staging a drive-by shooting.

YNW Melly’s first murder trial began in June but it ended with a hung jury. Judge John Murphy declared a mistrial in July. Prosecutors quickly announced plans to retry the 24-year-old rapper. YNW Bortlen will be tried separately.

Earlier this month, Judge Murphy denied YNW Melly’s request for bond. The rapper, whose real name is Jamell Demons, has remained in jail since his 2019 arrest.

His attorneys attempted to get the double murder case dismissed in a motion filed on Tuesday (September 26). Defense lawyers accused the Broward County State Attorney’s Office of prosecutorial misconduct, claiming prosecutors withheld evidence about the lead investigator in the case.

The defense awaits Judge Murphy’s decision on the motion to dismiss.

Tyrese: Home Depot Refutes Actor’s $1,000,000 Lawsuit With Video Evidence

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Home Depot is pulling out its big guns to discredit Tyrese’s racial discrimination lawsuit. The blockbuster actor, who can’t seem to stay out of headlines, recently filed a $1 million civil complaint asserting one of the hardware store’s cashiers treated him poorly because of his race, but the retail giant says that’s not the truth—and they can prove it.

According to TMZ, the store’s corporate lawyers state in legal documents that they have video evidence showing Tyrese’s story was untrue and that any confusion or agitation was brought on by his own actions. Home Depot alleges Tyrese came to the store, did some shopping and brought many of those items to their store’s cash register.

While at the register, the cashier scanned the items, but Tyrese wasn’t ready. He left everything he brought up there and went back to get more. He continued shopping for an additional 25 minutes. During that time, the cashier had to void his transaction. Tyrese was livid and took to social media to complain. He initially said the problem was not him shopping for a longer time, but that a computer glitch causing the delay.

Once there was a delay at the register, people started to recognize him, making him feel uncomfortable. He then left the store, leaving his two assistants to complete the transaction with his credit card. He says he also told the cashier that his helpers were going to finish buying all the stuff. Home Depot disputes this, asserting their surveillance camera shows that he never had a face-to-face interaction with the cashier regarding this.

Tyrese said he also used FaceTime to authorize his assistants to use his card with the cashier from outside the store.  However, the cashier insisted he return to the register with his I.D. Home Depot employees argued FaceTime was inadequate. Subsequently, Tyrese had to come back pay for the items, which led to a heated exchange. Eventually, the “Sweet Lady” recording artist provided his I.D. for the transaction to proceed.

The multi-hyphenate is no stranger to the store. He said in an interview with DJ Envy, Charlamagne the God and Jess Hilarious, that the place was like Disneyland for him. The hope is that a judge, after seeing their evidence, will toss out his seven figure claim.

2Pac Murder: Keefe D Arrested For His Alleged Role In 1996 Slaying

By: Kyle Eustice Updated Category: News
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Duane “Keefe D” Davis was reportedly arrested in Las Vegas on Friday (September 29) morning in connection to the murder of Tupac Shakur. According to the Associated Press, a grand jury in Clark County indicted Davis on one count of murder with use of a deadly weapon and with the intent to promote, further or assist a criminal gang, a prosecutor said in court. Davis is the uncle of Shakur’s suspected killer, Orlando Anderson, who was fatally shot in a drive-by two years after Shakur’s death.

In July, Las Vegas police searched Davis’ home as part of the investigation into Shakur’s murder but didn’t offer many details. A warrant obtained by NBC at the time revealed they looked at desktops and other electronic storage devices, including thumb drives, CDs, external hard drives and audio recordings. The warrant reportedly uncovered a Pokeball USB drive, black iPhone, two iPads and a purple Toshiba laptop, among other items.

The search warrant was served in Henderson, Nevada and marked the biggest development in the unsolved homicide in years. Over the years, it appeared as though the LVMPD made little progress in solving the case.

Keefe D has made several incriminating comments about his role in the murder, and investigators have had their eyes on him for years. In a 2021 interview with Bomb1st, former bodyguard Reggie Wright Jr. suggested investigators were looking into Keefe D’s involvement and could possibly take him to jail.

When the interviewer mentioned there’d been an “uptick in activity” between the LVMPD and Keefe as law enforcement tries to “further the investigation,” Wright suggested Keefe D has cause to be nervous while confirming the police are in the midst of an active investigation.

“Let’s put it this way, I bet Keefe D [has] been having the runs for the last two weeks,” Wright responded at the time. “Because yeah, they are knocking on doors and there’s some activity.”

Keefe D himself copped to being an accomplice and in the car when Anderson allegedly fired the fatal shots during a 2021 sit-down with The Art Of Dialogue. Former LAPD detective Greg Kading reportedly found it “unfathomable” Keefe D hadn’t been arrested for 2Pac’s death.

“There is adequate probable cause to arrest Keefe D on conspiracy to commit murder charges, based on his numerous public confessions,” he told The Sun. “It would then be a decision of the District Attorney’s office to determine if the evidence is strong enough for prosecution. The police department can absolve itself from their responsibilities by arresting Keefe D and putting the responsibility on the DA, where it belongs.

“He’s making a mockery out of the justice system and the public perception is that Tupac’s murder case is of little interest to the LVPD. The optics on it are horrible. For history’s sake and for the sake of their own reputation, they ought to arrest Keefe D, clear the murder case and place the burden of responsibility onto the shoulders of the DA’s office. It’s that simple.”

In a 2018 episode of BET’s Death Row Chronicles, he asserted he knew who killed Shakur. He later wrote about it in his 2019 tell-all memoir, Compton Street Legend.

Shakur was 25 when he was gunned down near the Las Vegas Strip on the night of September 7, 1996. He was in a white BMW driven by Death Row Records founder Suge Knight in a convoy of about 10 cars. They were waiting at a red light when a white Cadillac pulled up next to them and gunfire erupted. Shakur was shot multiple times and died at the University of Nevada Medical Center a week later.

EXCLUSIVE: Diageo Attacks Diddy’s Rep; Claims Mogul Hated On Black Businesses And Influencers

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: Exclusives
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The high-stakes legal battle between Sean “Diddy” Combs and liquor giant Diageo is getting nastier with each court filing.

Diddy started his relationship with Diageo in 2007 when they collaborated on marketing the vodka brand Ciroc. Diddy tirelessly marketed and promoted Ciroc, making the company successful while earning over $1 billion for his services as a brand ambassador and marketer.

Their next venture, however, has yet to be as successful. 

The rap mogul’s company Combs Wines And Spirits (CWS) formed a joint venture with Diageo to launch the DeLeón tequila brand in 2013.

In May 2023, Diddy filed a blockbuster lawsuit against Diageo, claiming the company was racist and only marketed Ciroc and DeLeón to urban consumers while favoring white-owned brands like Casamigos, which George Clooney backs.

Diageo ended up severing their business relationship with DeLeón, which Diddy further claimed was retaliation over his allegations.

In the latest back and forth, lawyers for Diageo attempted to dismantle Diddy’s beloved image as a mogul and philanthropist despite his recent multi-million dollar donations to help students and Black businesses.

The company says Diddy “discouraged Diageo from working with other Black business people and influencers and demanded that Diageo redirect millions of dollars earmarked to support such causes to him personally.”

The company claims that after they committed $100 million to help hospitality workers struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic, Diddy flew into a rage and demanded the money for himself.

Diageo Slams Diddy's Reputation

“Mr. Combs demanded that Diageo pay him $100 million and threatened then to ‘reach out to every news outlet’ to ‘burn the house down’ and cause maximum damage to Diageo and the DeLeón brand, by making public accusations of racism if Diageo refused to write the check.”

The liquor company claims Diddy made good on his threats.

In addition to filing the initial lawsuit and threatening to sue for billions, the legendary businessman told a crowd of 22,000 that “Diageo wanted to keep him in the ‘colored section’ and deliberately distributed DeLeón only in Black neighborhoods” while claiming Diageo had no plans to make DeLeón successful.

Diageo maintains they invested hundreds of millions of dollars into DeLeón, while Diddy only put up $1,000 – although he did lend his “celebrity equity” to the joint venture.

Diageo also maintains that Diddy spent millions of the initial investment to pay for his private planes and other extravagant personal expenses.

The company claims Diddy became infuriated after they acquired Casamigos from George Clooney for an estimated $1 billion and said his company would never be acquired for that much because he was a Black man.

Despite these claims, the company says they “reset” their relationship with Diddy twice and managed to find success the second time.

Diageo says CWS agreed on a new marketing strategy, which resulted in “remarkable” success, ramped up production, and a doubling of the sales of DeLeón.

“Unfortunately, Mr. Combs has proven himself once and for all to be an unreliable and untrustworthy business partner, and, despite his recent efforts to rebrand himself publicly since initiating this lawsuit, Diageo is only the latest in a long line of counterparties and business relationships that Mr. Combs has burned,” a lawyer for the company fumed.

Diddy’s lawyer John C. Hueston refuted the latest claims made by Diageo in a strongly worded statement issued to AllHipHop.com today (September 29).

“Diageo claims its executives were available to hear all of Mr. Combs concerns about race and diversity issues. The sad truth is that they never truly listened to what Mr. Combs was saying and brushed them off as threats and demands for money. If they had actually taken the time to comprehend his concerns, and lived up to the agreements they signed, we wouldn’t be in court today,” Hueston said.

Diageo wants the judge to toss the case, approve an audit of CWS to recover any misappropriated funds and award them legal fees.

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Drake Spotted In Atlanta Strip Club With Tupperware Bin Filled With $250K

By: Kershaw St. Jawnson Updated Category: News
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Drake was at the Onyx Gentleman’s Club in Atlanta on Tuesday (September 26) apparently spending beaucoup bucks. According to an Instagram post, the OVO rapper came to the spot with a plastic bin filled with $250,000 to spend on the strippers. Neither Drake nor the club has confirmed the number, according to the New York Post.

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The caption on the video read: “LAST NIGHT WAS A BLUR,” a reference to the chart-topper’s sold-out It’s All A Blur Tour with 21 Savage that ends on October 7. The tour stopped in Atlanta on Monday (September 25) and Tuesday (September 26) at the State Farm Arena.

As one of rap’s most eligible bachelors, Drake is often photographed at strip clubs surrounded by a bevy of women. In 2013, he brought a cardboard box full of $50,000 in dollar bills to the Cameo Nightclub in Charlotte. Then in 2021, he and his “Sicko Mode” collaborator Travis Scott infamously hit a strip club in Houston, just a day after multiple fans were trampled to death at the Astroworld Festival. Here allegedly threw nearly $1 million on the floor.

Ice Cube Denies N.W.A Played A Part In Pushing Drugs & Violence In The Black Community

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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N.W.A (N##### Wit Attitudes) shocked the system in the late 1980s with their provocative lyrics about police brutality, street life and drug dealing. Did the group have a direct impact on spreading the gangsta lifestyle? N.W.A’s Ice Cube addressed that question.

On September 25, Ice Cube requested that his X followers ask him questions on the platform. One user wanted to know if N.W.A. played a role in destroying “conscious rap” and promoting sex, violence and gangster behavior to young people.

Another person on X replied, “Crack and [heroin] flooded every economically challenged part of the country, but you want to blame music?” That comment led to someone else posting, “Unfortunately music did play a part with the crack being pumped into our Black and Latino neighborhoods.”

Ice Cube eventually saw the exchange taking place in his replies and decided to add his own response to the conversation. The founder of the Big3 basketball league quote-tweeted the @DocNice70 account and called their opinion nonsense.

“B#######,” Cube fired back. “Crack was in the neighborhoods a decade before Gangsta Rap. In the 70s, they called it freebase. So was [heroin], weed, Mollys, gangbanging, drive-bys, pimping and [hoeing], dropping out of school, young girls getting pregnant, cussing and the using the word N####. It was all here before N.W.A.”

The AmeriKKKa’s Most Wanted album creator continued to debate the topic. At one point, Cube pointed out crime-themed movies from the 1970s such as The Godfather and The Mack. He also pushed back on the idea that Gangsta Rap or Drill Rap influences violent actions.

“Violence was there before Drill Rap. If it was no Gangsta Rap or Drill Rap, the violence would still be there. We understand right from wrong at the very early age. Some grow up and choose violence. Been that way for centuries,” tweeted Ice Cube.

Additionally, the rapper/actor pointed out that Gangsta Rap “developed many new Black businesses in entertainment.” Cube then touched on how the Hip-Hop sub-genre created jobs for Black workers and provided global opportunities for many Black individuals.