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Feds Have Docs Proving Trump Lawyer Lied About Voter Fraud To Steal 2020 Election

By: Kershaw St. Jawnson Updated Category: News
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The government has proof some of former president Donald Trump’s lawyers pitched to him a plan to overturn the 2020 presidential election.

According to Special Counsel Jack Smith, there were many of Trump’s private lawyers who acted as co-conspirators in the plot to keep him in the White House—namely Kenneth Chesebro.

His objective, based on documents from the Justice Department obtained by AllHipHop, was to overturn the legitimate results of now-President Joe Biden and Kamala Harris’ historic win.

Smith says Chesebro, identified as “Co-Conspirator 5,” has a great deal of evidence against him, including a secret memo where he actually pitched the idea of the Democrats using fake electors to soup up the voter fraud theory and “buy the Trump campaign more time to win litigation that would deprive Biden of electoral votes and/or add to Trump’s column.”

The memo from Chesebro to Judge James R. Troupis was written on November 18, 2020, days after the election.

“You asked for a written summary of the legal analysis underlying my suggestion during our conference call that, in any judicial review of the canvassing/recounting in Wisconsin, we should emphasize that the presidential election timetable affords ample time for judicial proceedings, even if initial errors in the recount require a remand for further recounting,” Chesebro wrote. “I recognize that what I suggest is a bold, controversial strategy, and that there are many reasons why it might not end up being executed on Jan. 6. But as long as it is one possible option, to preserve it as a possibility it is important that the Trump-Pence electors cast their electoral votes on Dec. 14.”

The prosecutors said the memo was an example of how there was someone in Trump’s team who really did come up with “a fake controversy that would derail the proper certification of Biden as president-elect.”

Pop Smoke’s Murder Conspiracy Put Family Of Late L.A. Rapper Found In Malibu In Danger

By: Devon Jefferson Updated Category: Rumors
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According to the father of the deceased Los Angeles-bred rapper who was discovered in a barrel on a Malibu beach and now apparently the police, the victim had nothing to do with Pop Smoke’s murder.

Just a few weeks ago, the discovery of Javonnta Murphy went viral after his remains washed ashore. Murphy was reportedly naked and had a gunshot wound in his head. Murphy has since been identified as the brother of Jaquan Murphy—one of the original suspects in Pop Smoke’s murder case who has been cleared of his involvement. Shortly after news of Murphy’s remains broke, several news outlets reported the murder was allegedly the result of retaliation for Jaquan’s unconfirmed involvement in Pop Smoke’s murder. And apparently, the conspiracy came down from the LAPD, who assured members of the community the connection between the two cases was strong.

Turns out it may have all been a dangerous reach, and Javonnta’s father—Javonnie Murphy—is speaking out. not only claims his son had nothing to do with Pop Smoke’s murder, but he also claims that social media and the news cycle circulating the conspiracy theory are putting his family’s lives at stake.

“My family is in jeopardy right now I think by people saying all this,” Javonnie said. “My son had nothing to do with no Pop Smoke so I don’t know where all this is coming from. I really don’t.”

L.A. County Sheriff’s Homicide Detectives have also backed up Javonnie’s claims and released a statement denying Murphy’s murder and Pop Smoke’s murders are connected.

While there’s still so much unknown about the case, it’s definitely unfortunate this family is suffering from both the weight of losing a loved one, and the accusatory finger-waving abuse dolled out by overzealous Pop Smoke fans.

Watch the full news report below.

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The LOX Apparently Handed Jim Jones COVID-19 Along With Dipset’s Verzuz L

By: Devon Jefferson Updated Category: Rumors
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Jim Jones ran a check-up amid the COVID-19 pandemic unscathed—so it’s ironic the only time he caught the virus was seemingly a result of Dipset’s Verzuz battle loss to The LOX.

In a promotional clip for Capo’s upcoming appearance on Drink Champs, Jones described his relentless work ethic during the pandemic, while N.O.R.E. teased how he caught COVID-19 at least 19 times. Midway through remarking how unhampered his workflow was, Jones did come clean about the one time he did contract the virus.

“I caught COVID after the Verzuz, that was the only time I caught COVID,” Jones said before N.O.R.E. interjected, “The LOX gave you COVID?” Jones responded, seemingly conceding Jadakiss, Styles P and Sheek Louch packed the coronavirus punch on that fateful evening.

“On top of everything that night they gave me COVID—I couldn’t win for s###,” Jones said. Not to take away from Jones’ crazy COVID-19 feature run, because Capo definitely set the bar, but it is kind of crazy to hear this now given the effect the Verzuz battle had on Dipset. The Diplomats held their own, of course, but between Cam’ron kicking Styles P and Jadakiss rapping his “Who Shot Ya Freestyle” with unchecked lyrical aggression to seal the win, that joint resembled the Terrence Crawford and Erol Spence fight—and Jim N’ nem was NOT Team Bud in that bout.

It only makes things more comically ironic when you realize Jones really went out here on a rematch campaign—alleging he and The Diplomats never properly rehearsed. At any rate, we all won that night because we got to experience one of the most extraordinary nights of Hip Hop in recent memory while being locked down in quarantine. As the great Southern philosopher Future HNDRXX would say, “What A Time To Be Alive.”

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Pastor Troy Launches Atlanta Youth Program With High School Friend

By: Kershaw St. Jawnson Updated Category: News
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Pastor Troy has linked up with Dr. Travis Barber, the founder of 1moquestion youth mentorship program. The program is set up to help stir kids away from trouble and gang activity by offering free studio time to honor roll and outstanding academic students.

“I thought by me bringing them to the studio where so many people look at this like the promised land, and I partnered with no other than Pastor Troy, to help bring kids to a place where they can put their issues, and their traumas on tracks,” Barber told Local News 8.

Pastor Troy is looking forward to serving the Atlanta community. He said it’s an honor to team up with Barber to be role models.

“I’ve been supporting my homeboy Travis, and you know we went to high school together, grew up together, and so when he got his life together and came home and wanted to offer the youth mentorship program, I was all in for it,” Pastor Troy said.

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Barker has spent a great deal of time focusing on conflict resolution in young people. He uses his own life to show them what he’s been through.

Metro area schools such as Kipp Charter School, Banniker High School, West Lake High School and Creekside High School have reached out to him.

“I go in, get both parties together, sit them down, and come up with a resolution to why there’s a misunderstanding, and how we can make both sides walk away peacefully,” Barber explained. “My life experience is I served 10 years in prison and even on the inside I had to settle issues between gang members as well as just regular civilians, and I brought that same skillset to the streets, to keep so many kids from going back inside.”

250z Fuses Dynamic Blend of Trap and R&B in Latest Album ‘250z’

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Emerging artist 250z (@Official250z) is making waves in the music industry with his distinctive blend of trap and R&B, and his unwavering commitment to authenticity. Drawing inspiration from a lifetime of exposure to music and driven by a desire to create something fresh and innovative, 250z is carving his path in the industry with a sound that’s uniquely his own. His latest project ‘250z’ sets the tone for his music and showcases his creativity throughout the entire 10-track EP.

Describing his music as “very melodic with a trap spin,” 250z wants to bring a new style of trap and R&B to the game, and says that he’s done his homework on artists he’s inspired by. “Chris Brown, Future, James Fauntleroy, and a bunch of others definitely molded my sound and the sound for this album.”

250z brings a unique duality to his creative process. At times, he delves into deep introspection and writes lyrics late into the night, resulting in soul-stirring tracks like “Be With You?” On other occasions, he embraces spontaneity and lets the beat guide his vision, resulting in infectious grooves as seen in “Big Smoove.” Regardless of the approach, emotions and thoughts come together seamlessly, giving birth to music that captures the essence of 250z’s artistic expression.

As a rising artist, 250z faces the challenge of staying focused both inside and outside the studio. To overcome this hurdle, he maintains relentless consistency, dedicating himself to music every single day.

“I don’t give myself any days off of music, even if I’m not in the studio,” he says. “I’ll write or look at interviews or watch certain performances for inspiration.”

Looking ahead, 250z’s goals and aspirations are clear: build a devoted fan base and establish a recognizable name and sound within the industry. Unbound by a specific message, he lets his music speak for itself, allowing listeners to interpret the meaning and find their connection with each track.

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Offset Ends Legal Fight Against Quality Control Music

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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It appears Kiari Cephus (aka Offset) has decided to drop his lawsuit against his longtime music label home, Quality Control Music.

According to TMZ, Offset filed to dismiss his suit against Quality Control Music with prejudice. Apparently, the 31-year-old rapper will no longer release music through the Atlanta-based company.

Offset accused Quality Control of breaching their contract. Reports claimed the Migos member sued QC to prevent the Kevin “Coach K” Lee and Pierre “P” Thomas-founded label from making money off his solo efforts.

Both sides reportedly negotiated a settlement in January 2021. Offset supposedly believed the deal gave him ownership rights to his recordings and songwriting credits. QC argued that Set actually breached the settlement agreement.

At one point, Offset and Pierre “P” Thomas addressed the legal conflict in public. Last year, P stated, “The last lawsuit was filed publicly and dismissed quietly. Let’s see how this one [goes]. Been [too] real for all this lame s###. Everyone [knows] the real problem.”

Set fired back, “N##### act like I’m the problem. I paid millions to get my rights back. N####, you blackballed me. I ain’t said s### one time, homie. I ain’t spoke to you in 2 years, now I drop and you want ya name on my credit?”

With the legal dispute with Quality Control evidently behind him, Offset seems ready to release his long-awaited second studio album in the near future. The Georgia native recently dropped the “Jealousy’ single featuring his wife, Cardi B.

Father of 4 landed in 2019 via Quality Control Music. The Migos trios, which also included Quavo and the late Takeoff, released four studio LPs between 2015 and 2021. In addition, Offset teamed up with 21 Savage and Metro Boomin for 2017’s Without Warning.

DDG Explains Supporting Kai Cenat Following NYC Riots

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Über-popular content creator Kai Cenat became national news over the last week after New York City police officials accused the Twitch streamer of starting a riot. Fellow YouTuber DDG is showing support for the 21-year-old streamer.

On August 4, Kai Cenat attempted to hold a free Playstation giveaway in Union Square Park. Thousands of his followers descended on the location that day causing unattended chaos for the area.

Cenat reportedly did not secure the proper permits from the city. The NYPD charged the gaming influencer with two counts of inciting a riot and unlawful assembly. Authorities released the AMP content group member from custody on Saturday morning.

Billboard caught up with DDG at the publication’s 2023 R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players & Live event. The Maybe It’s Me… album creator explained why he still supports Kai Cenat despite the negative press surrounding him at the moment.

“That’s my homie though,” stated DDG. “Anybody I’m friends with, I’ll ride with them through anything. I just felt they were trying him too much. He was just trying to give back to the people.”

DDG appeared on Kai Cenat’s livestream in September 2022. Plus, the two social media personalities showed up on Memphis rapper NLE Choppa’s YouTube channel earlier this year.

In addition to being an internet star, DDG also releases music as a rapper. Maybe It’s Me… arrived on July 14. His album catalog also includes 2019’s Valedictorian and 2022’s It’s Not Me It’s You.

Many fans also know DDG as the boyfriend of The Little Mermaid actress/Grammy-nominated singer Halle Bailey. Their relationship has been gossip fodder for months with reports claiming the two entertainers split up on more than one occasion.

When asked about Halle Bailey’s new solo single, DDG said, “I gave ‘Angel’ a million streams before it came out. I listen to it a lot. I’m a big supporter of her, obviously, of course.”

Lil Baby’s Glass Window Entertainment Partners With Capitol Music Group/Motown Records

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Ryan “Rylo Rodriguez” Adams is the first artist signed to Glass Window Entertainment, the label founded by Dominique “Lil Baby” Jones. Glass Window Entertainment also entered a partnership with Capitol Music Group/Motown Records.

“We are excited to welcome Dominique, Rylo, and the Glass Window Entertainment team to Capitol Music Group/Motown Records,” says Michelle Jubelirer, Chair & CEO of Capitol Music Group.

Michelle Jubelirer also adds, “Glass Window and Virgin Records have done a phenomenal job introducing Rylo. We’re thrilled to support this remarkable artist and upcoming Glass Window releases.”

Rylo Rodriguez has worked with Lil Baby on music numerous times. They collaborated on songs such as “Stick On Me” and “5500 Degrees.” The Mobile, Alabama native dropped his Been One studio album on June 30. That project included the song “Real Type” featuring Lil Baby.

“I’m overly excited for Rylo and for his fans and the world to really get to see him on a larger platform! It’s been a long time coming with Rylo and even longer to go! We got work to do and money to get!” Lil Baby states.

In addition, the Atlanta-raised rapper says, “Thank you to Motown/Capitol Music Group and Universal Music Group for trusting my process and I’m looking forward to a wonderful partnership!” Lil Baby currently releases music via Quality Control, Capitol, and Motown.

Digga D & Potter Payper Tease Heavyweight U.K. Rap Collab: “It’s About Time” 

By: London Jennn Updated Category: News
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Two of the U.K.’s biggest rap stars are joining forces on a new track. 

Digga D, who recently declared a move away from his drill music roots, took to Instagram Tuesday to share a photo of himself with Potter Payper. However, this was no ordinary selfie, as the duo took the snap from the studio while hinting they have something coming.  

“It’s about time,” Digga D penned in the caption while tagging Potter Payper. 

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While they remained tight-lipped about the details, fans in the comment section eagerly anticipated the track. 

The upcoming track would be Potter’s first since his release from prison earlier this month. Although the reason for his short stint behind bars is unknown, the “Gangsteritus” hitmaker was freed last week.  

Potter Payper released his highly anticipated debut album Real Back In Style on 0207 Def Jam, the label’s U.K. arm, back in May amid reports he had been locked up. However, last week, footage surfaced of the East Londoner walking out of jail a free man.  

Digga D Says Drill Is Dead

Meanwhile, Digga D recently declared, “drill has come to an end,” claiming the subgenre has become watered down. His upcoming mixtape, Back to Square One, reportedly includes a track titled “F### Drill.” He also teased a new dancehall-infused song that could feature on the project. 

No word yet if the Potter Payper and Digga D collab will land on Back to Square One, but fans are eagerly anticipating the track. 

The duo could follow in the steps of fellow U.K. rap history-makers Dave and Central Cee. Their single “Sprinter” soared to the top of the U.K. singles chart, where it has stayed for nine consecutive weeks. The remarkable feat makes “Sprinter” the longest-reigning U.K. rap single in U.K. chart history. 

Digga D and Potter Payer first teased the collab back in June, and the track could be released at any time.  

Tory Lanez Says He Still Cares About Megan Thee Stallion “To This Day” In Pre-Sentence Plea 

By: London Jennn Updated Category: News
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Tory Lanez asked not to be judged over his conviction for shooting Megan Thee Stallion and claimed he is still friends with the “Say It” hitmaker in a plea to the judge before he was sentenced to 10 years behind bars.  

While he opted not to take the stand during his trial, Tory Lanez reportedly admitted “full responsibility” for his wrongs in a statement to the court Tuesday (August 8.) 

“If I could turn back the series of events that night and change them, I would,” Lanez stated per ABC News. “The victim was my friend. The victim is someone I still care for to this day. Everything I did wrong that night, I take full responsibility for.” 

Tory Lanez spoke for several minutes, and said he and Megan Thee Stallion bonded over losing their mothers.  

“We both lost our mothers, he said according to Legal Affairs and Trials reporter Meghann Cuniff. “We would sit there and drink, and drink until we got numb.”

In a statement read to the court Monday (August 7), Megan Thee Stallion declared, “I cannot bring myself back to being in the same room with Tory.”  

She also revealed she still suffers from mental scars from the incident. “Since I was viciously shot by the defendant, I have not experienced a single day of peace.” 

“He paid bloggers to disseminate false information, he treated my trauma like a joke when I could’ve been dead,” she continued. “He blamed the system, he blamed the press, and as of late he is using his childhood trauma to justify his actions.”  

She added, “Slowly but surely, I’m healing. But I’ll never be the same. His crime warrants the full weight of the law.” 

Key Glock Accused Of Assault By Girlfriend: “He Put His Hands On Me” 

By: London Jennn Updated Category: News
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Key Glock’s girlfriend Karin Jinsu has blasted the Memphis-bred rapper in a scathing statement, accusing him of assaulting her. 

On Monday (August 8), the “Presidential Rolex” hitmaker took to Twitter to announce he was “Sending this fake godly ass b#### back to da streets.” He then shared another few tweets the following day about his relationship drama claiming his girlfriend isn’t what she appears to be on Instagram. 

However, Karin Jinsu responded on Instagram, accusing Key Glock of assaulting her. In a since-deleted post, Jinsu claimed Glock puts on a “Playa” persona for the public but in fact, is a “hurt a** little boy. She claimed he “desperately needs help,” alleging “He put his hands on me Monday because he don’t know how to have grown up conversations. 

She also directly addressed Glock’s tweet that he doesn’t “respect nobody who play police games,” denying she contacted the authorities. “I STILL ain’t call the cops or inform the hotel,” Jinsu stated. “I just left… Why he decided to post about the cops & they wasn’t even called is funny as hell.” 

Karin Jinsu Claims Key Glock Pursued Her For Four Years

According to Karin Jinsu, Key Glock has little to offer “a grown righteous woman,” like herself, despite “BEGGING me to be in my presence for 4 years.”   

In addition, the social media influencer claimed Glock “has no manners,” adding that “he wakes up with a attitude.”  

Responding to Glock’s “fake Godly” tweet, Jinsu claimed, “He’s jealous that I put God before him & on a pedestal & it shows.” In addition, she declared, “I never cheated on him,” and says Glock isn’t used to a woman standing up for herself.  

“Y’ALL CAN HAVE HIS A**…HE HAS ALL THAT MONEY AND HIS INSIDES IS FILTH! HOPE GOD CAN HELP HIM FIND HIS REAL SELF.,” Jinsu concluded her lengthy post. “I’m embarrassed I even gave this n**** a chance…but hey…. Life goes on right?”

Cardi B Flaunts Waist-Length Natural Hair, Offers Fans Homemade Hair Oil Tutorial 

By: London Jennn Updated Category: News
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As one of the most photographed women of our time, Cardi B frequently dons an array of wigs and hair pieces in all shapes, colors, and lengths, however, she’s been protecting her natural hair, which now hangs down to her waist. 

The “Jealousy” hitmaker flaunted her new hair growth in a new selfie Tuesday evening and offered to share the secret to her butt-length tresses. Cardi B has been using a homemade treatment, but is willing to share a tutorial with her fans.  

“My hair has grown sooooo much!!!” she tweeted. “Let me know if y’all want a video my my HOMEMADE hair oil… handmade by ME!” 

Fans in the replies praised the NYC icon’s long locks and were eager to get their hands on her handmade oil. However, others urged Cardi B to start a hair care line and put the oil into production  

“I want a video of the homemade hair oil,” read one response. “But honestly you should bottle it up and sell it ,it will do numbers.” 

Another person believed Cardi B is teasing and might already have a haircare deal in the works. “Lemme find out you entering the hair care sector,” the fan replied.  

In other Cardi B news, the rapper avoided criminal charges after hurling a mic at a concertgoer last month. However, after footage of the incident went viral somebody has put the missile to good use. The infamous mic was auctioned off for nearly $100,000 on Tuesday (August 8). 

Boosie Badazz Says Tory Lanez Got Off Lightly: “Louisiana He Would Have Got 40” 

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Boosie Badazz believes Tory Lanez is “lucky” to have received a 10-year sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion. 

Los Angeles Superior Court Judge David Herriford handed down the sentence to the R&B singer Tuesday (August 8). Under California law, the 31-year-old will likely only serve 85 percent of his sentence. 

However, in an Instagram Live chat following the sentencing, Boosie said Tory Lanez “came out good,” adding that he would have received a much stiffer sentence if the trial had been in Louisiana.  

“A crime on a woman, highly televised,” Boosie mused before adding Tory Lanez would have got “40 n####, no cap.” He reflected on his own ten-year sentence adding, “Straight to Angola. He was lucky he ain’t in Louisiana.” 

While Boosie admitted he doesn’t know California law, he believes Lanez will bounce back after serving a few years. 

“He ain’t gon’ do nothing but three years on that,” Boosie continued. “Louisiana, he would have got 40 [years]. I got 10 years for third-offense marijuana. Twenty-five grams, another couple grams and some more grams. He’ll be back, stronger than ever. You can’t take his talent away. He gon’ be back.” Check out the clip below.  

Last December, a jury found Tory Lanez guilty, and he was convicted of three felonies, including assault with a semiautomatic firearm. Prosecutors originally sought a 13-year sentence while Lanez’s attorneys argued for probation and drug rehab for the Canadian artist. 

Georgia Official & Sheriff Clash Over Rap Video Filmed Inside Fulton County Jail

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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An inmate created controversy by filming a rap video at the Fulton County Jail in Georgia. Fulton County Sheriff Pat Labat defended his department after a local commissioner criticized the lack of supervision in the jail on Tuesday (August 8).

“Am I surprised by this? No,” Commissioner Bob Ellis told Fox 5 Atlanta.

A contractor working at the Georgia jail used their phone to film a music video for an incarcerated rapper. Several inmates joined in the unauthorized video shoot while an officer stood by and watched. The officer resigned after the video surfaced online.

Ellis cited the rap video as one of several examples of insufficient oversight at the jail. Sheriff Labat said his department has been dealing with staffing shortages and “other challenges.”

“Every law enforcement agency in the country is confronting critical staffing shortages,” Labat said. “Better pay certainly helps, but that’s only one component of building a qualified and trusted staff.

He added, “If you look at voting records and which commissioners have reached out directly and even visited the jail, it will be clear which ones are interested in sustainable solutions and which ones are obsessed with playing politics.”

Ellis told Fox 5 Atlanta he visited the jail in February.

Snoop Dogg Advises Moneybagg Yo To Make A Movie; Offers Blueprint On How To Do It

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Snoop Dogg encouraged Moneybagg Yo to expand beyond music on a new episode of the web show GGN. The D-O-Double G explained why he wanted to see Moneybagg Yo make a movie during an interview with the Memphis-bred rapper.

“I feel like you more than just a rap star,” Snoop Dogg told Moneybagg Yo. “And the people showing you that by the way they show up for your concerts.”

Moneybagg Yo asked Snoop Dogg for advice about balancing music with creating a film. The Doggfather suggested a way to combine the two.

“You make your record your movie, the soundtrack to your movie,” Snoop Dogg said. “Like you say, everything you write about is s### you went through, going through or you seen. Picture that being a m############ movie. If Moneybagg Yo had a movie to all his music right now, what would like that? Not a video – a movie.”

He added, “When you do your record, you do your record like, ‘OK, this record is strictly for this movie. I’ma shoot videos out of this s###, but I’m making a m############ movie, so you n##### can understand who I am.’”

Check out the rest of Snoop Dogg’s conversation with Moneybagg Yo here. The second half of their interview will be released on August 22.

Hip-Hop Pioneer Melle Mel Delivers Explosive Response To Eminem’s Recent Diss

By: Kyle Eustice Updated Category: Exclusives
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As promised, Melle Mel has delivered a new diss track aimed at Eminem. The Hip-Hop pioneer uploaded the track to his YouTube channel, Melle Mel’s Hip Hop Corner, on Tuesday (August 8).

Listen to it in full below and keep scrolling for background.

Grandmaster Flash & the Furious Five legend Melle Mel is responding to Eminem’s recent diss. A member of Melle Mel’s team tells AllHipHop “The Message” pioneer has a full-blown diss track aimed at Slim Shady locked and loaded. In an exclusive clip, which can be accessed below, Melle Mel has provided a teaser from the song with the lyrics, “No apologies, this ain’t a disclaimer/I’m the king of legends, the first Hall of Famer/Making diss tracks, I know you’re with that/Now everybody get ready for the kickback.”

The back-and-forth started in March when Melle Mel told the Art of Dialogue that Eminem wouldn’t be on anyone’s top rappers list if he was Black.

“Obviously, he’s a capable rapper,” Melle Mel said at the time. “If you was talking about sales, he sold more than everybody. If you talking about rhyme style – OK, he got a rhyme style. But he’s white! He’s white! If Eminem was just another n#### like all the rest of us, would he be Top 5 on that list when a n#### that can rhyme just as good as him is 35?”

He continued, “And the point is this – if I was white, n####, I’d be greater than Elvis … Melle Mel is greater than Elvis. Melle Mel is the greatest white man that has ever lived. He came up with a culture. He was part of a culture that changed the whole world. That is a great a## white man right there. But I’m not white. I’m one of the n#####.”

After more than four months of silence, Eminem finally responded to Melle Mel last week on the Ez Mill single “Realest.” He rapped, “Shoutout to Furious Five and Grandmaster Flash, but boy/There’s someone who really is furious/Stay out his path, his wrath avoid/ I’ll be the last to toy with a juice head whose brain is half destroyed, like a meteor hit it/Now with Melle Mel, he lost his a## to ‘roids.”

The entire track arrives on Tuesday (August 8) at 5 p.m. EST on Melle Mel’s YouTube channel. Find the teaser clip below, and stay up to date on Melle Mel’s moves here.

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Tory Lanez Gets Whopping 10-Year Sentence In Megan Thee Stallion Shooting Case

By: Kyle Eustice Updated Category: News
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Tory Lanez was reportedly sentenced to 10 years in prison on Tuesday (August 8). According to a tweet from legal affairs journalist Meghann Cunniff,  the embattled rapper will spend the next decade behind bars, although he’ll likely only have to serve 85 percent of his sentence under California law. 

Tory Lanez was found guilty of shooting Megan Thee Stallion in December 2022, and he’s been locked up at Los Angeles County Jail ever since. Lanez’s attorneys were originally seeking probation and drug rehab for the Canadian artist. Earlier this month, his legal team issued a memo to the court pleading with the judge for a light sentence—instead of the 13 years prison time requested by prosecutors. In the lengthy memo, lawyers argue Lanez—real name Daystar Peterson—should be given treatment rather than a lengthy sentence due to his “childhood trauma” and substance abuse issues.

“Assuming the allegations are true, Mr. Peterson’s psychological, physical, and childhood trauma was a factor in the commission of the offense,” the filing stated. “Likewise, the current offense is connected to Mr. Peterson’s childhood trauma and mental illness, alcohol-use disorder. Mr. Peterson’s alcohol-use disorder, although not amounting to a defense, reduced his culpability.”

Tory Lanez’s attorneys also cited the ” devastating impact” imprisonment will have on Lanez and his six-year-old son, Kai. Finally, they claimed evidence of Lanez’s guilt “is questionable at best and by no means overwhelming.” While Judge Herriford said he wouldn’t consider a “lack of remorse” as a major aggravating factor in his sentence, he considered Lanez’s actions after the shooting—including the social media posts and harassment of Megan Thee Stallion —when handing down the sentence. 

TDE Artist Reason Calls Label’s President A “Master Manipulator” During Intense Argument

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Top Dawg Entertainment president Moosa belittled TDE artist Reason on an episode of the Back on Figg podcast. The two got into a heated argument after Moosa called into the show to object to Reason’s album rollout frustrations.

“Can you name 10 Reason songs?” Moosa asked the podcast hosts. “[Former TDE executive] Dave [Free] never wanted us to sign Reason. He called him a substitute teacher.”

Moosa blamed Reason for failing to generate buzz. The TDE president mentioned newer signees Doechii and Ray Vaughn as examples of artists finding more success with less output than Reason, who said he wasn’t allowed to release new music as often as he wanted.

Reason also claimed label delays prevented him from securing certain features. Moosa dismissed the notion of the collaborations helping the TDE artist’s career.

“This n####’s a master manipulator,” Reason said of Moosa. “I never said Doechii would make or break my career. I never said a feature would make or break my career … You’re a manipulator. You’re lying.”

Reason insisted he never attacked TDE and criticized Moosa’s response. The rapper swore he simply told the truth about situations he’s dealt with in his career.

“All I said on this podcast was my only issue was being consistent, and I have not been allowed to be consistent,” he said.

Fans wondered if the argument was staged to promote Reason’s new album Porches. He denied the speculation on Tuesday (August 8).

“I appreciate ppl that’s reached out to me,” Reason wrote on Twitter. “Trust I’m as good as I can be. We’ll have a real convo at some point about what happened, just trust that wasn’t a ‘rollout move’ lol that actually happened! All positive energy as of now moving forward tho! Porches Friday! Love y’all!”

Reason’s new album drops on Friday (August 11).

Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five “Bury The Hatchet” Following Rahiem’s Public Apology

By: Kyle Eustice Updated Category: Exclusives
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Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five was the first Hip-Hop group inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, largely thanks to their groundbreaking single, “The Message” (1982). Heralded as one of rap’s first socio-political songs, the track blazed a trail for MCs like Chuck D and KRS-One to deliver their own politically-charged content. But behind the scenes, tensions within the group were tearing them apart and they eventually went their separate ways. Melle Mel teamed up with Scorpio, Grandmaster Flash and Rahiem went on their own, as did Kidd Creole until his 2017 arrest.

Even as they were inducted into the famed Rock Hall, it seemed they’d never mend fences—until now. On Tuesday (August 8), just three days before Hip-Hop’s official 50th birthday, Rahiem issued a public apology to the fellow members of the group, bringing a longstanding grudge to a close.

“I’ve been doing a little soul searching and I’d like to extend an olive branch in light of this 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop to my beloved brothers Melle Mel and Scorpio of the Furious Five, and retract any ill or deragatory statements that I’ve made publicly about you that could have hurt you or your families,” he says in the clip. “I humbly apologize. It is my wish that I would love to see Grandmaster Flash, Melle Mel, Scorpio and myself once again take the stage and unify ’cause there’s a lot going on in Hip-Hop right now, and I think Hip-Hop needs our unification.

“I think this is much bigger than me and how I feel personally. I would just like to bury the hatchet, moving forward, no matter what happened in the past. We can’t move forward looking back. I employ that ideology and I humbly ask for your forgiveness for anything that I have said or done to make you feel slighted or disrespected. I humbly apologize. Hip-Hop needs this. Happy 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop.

Legendary New York City  promotor Van Silk tells AllHipHop, “The message from Rahiem is great for Hip-Hop. Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five are trailblazers in Hip-Hop. Just to see this as a part of moving forward is great. For me, it’s been 25 years working on this, but I’m happy to see my brother make the first step.”

Charlie Mack and Walter Reed Jr. also played integral roles in unifying the group, which Van Silk denotes in his caption. He wrote: “TIME TO MOVE FORWARD!!! Keep it positive!!! Apology Accepted!! Rahiem message to Mele Mel & Scorpio! The Olive Branch has be extended! As we all celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop @rahiem.official Rahiem from Grandmaster Flash & the Furious 5 extended the Olive Branch to Mele Mel & Scorpio his band mate. Let’s not forget Grandmaster Flash and our brother the #KiddCreole. TIME TO MOVE FORWARD! Let make magic again hopefully. Salute to #waltjrbigblocent & #charliemackfirstout. HIP HOP LIVES ON!!!!”

Van Silk has planned a giant blowout on Friday (August 11) from noon to 6 p.m. ET at Mill Pond Park in the Bronx with Public Enemy’s Chuck D, Chill Rob G, Fearless 4, Busy Bee Starski, Sweet Tee, Kool Kyle the Star Child and many, many more. Coke La Rock, the Original Spindarella, Pete Nice, Sheri Sher and Paradise will serve as hosts, while DJ Kevie Kev Rockwell will provide the music. An open cypher by Red Bull BC One and murals by the Thrive Collective—including TATS crew, Lady Pink and Queen Andrea—will represent the breaking and graffiti art elements of the culture.

Cardi B Money Moves: Microphone Thrown At Fan Sold For Almost $100K

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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Cardi B unintentionally helped raise money for charity by throwing a microphone at a concertgoer. The infamous microphone was auctioned off for nearly $100,000 on Tuesday (August 8).

An eBay auction for the microphone closed with a winning bid of $99,900. The item was sold by the owner of The Wave, the audio company that provided the microphone for Cardi B’s show in Las Vegas.

Cardi B threw the microphone at a fan while performing at Drai’s Beachclub & Nightclub on July 29. Someone in the crowd tossed a drink at her, which led to her hurling the microphone at an audience member.

A woman reported the incident as a battery on July 30. Las Vegas police investigated but decided not to pursue charges against Cardi B.

“We were notified by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept. that as a result of their investigation, there will be NO charges against Cardi,” Cardi B’s attorneys announced on August 3. “On behalf of Cardi, we appreciate the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept’s diligent and prompt resolution of this matter.”

The Wave’s owner recovered the microphone and launched an online auction for it. He said 100 percent of the proceeds will be donated to the Wound Warrior Project and a local Las Vegas charity called Friendship Circle.

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