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EXCLUSIVE: Damon Dash Sued For $10M, Accused Of Ruining Another Deal For Filmmaker

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Category: Exclusives
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Damon Dash and The Dash Group, a company he operates with his girlfriend Raquel Horn, is staring down a $10 million lawsuit in Los Angeles federal court after filmmaker Josh Webber accused the Hip-Hop mogul of torpedoing a major movie deal by publicly branding him a criminal.

The complaint alleges defamation, interference with business relations and false statements stemming from a long-running feud between the two men. At the heart of the case is Dash’s repeated claim that Webber was involved in racketeering, an accusation Webber says is entirely baseless and cost him a lucrative opportunity.

According to the lawsuit, Webber had secured a $10 million agreement in August 2025 to direct and produce a film titled TORN. But the deal unraveled just weeks later, after Dash’s public comments allegedly scared off investors.

The suit points to Dash’s bankruptcy filing and subsequent social media activity as the tipping point. In September 2025, Dash filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Florida, listing $25 million in liabilities and few assets.

Interestingly, The Dash Group, a Florida-based LLC, is not among the companies listed in Dash’s bankruptcy filing, so its assets are fair game.

He then appeared on The Breakfast Club in New York City, where he dismissed a prior legal judgment Webber had won and claimed bankruptcy shielded him from paying. During the same interview, Damon Dash announced plans to sue Webber for RICO violations.

Webber says Damon Dash didn’t stop there. On September 17, 2025, Dash allegedly sent Webber a text message threatening to file a civil RICO case and demanding $100 million, with a 14-day response deadline.

The lawsuit alleges that Dash then posted the message to Instagram, accompanied by mocking captions and emojis.

Webber says the post quickly drew attention from entertainment media and raised red flags with investors tied to TORN. According to the complaint, one investor demanded that Webber be removed from the project on the basis of reputational risk.

This lawsuit is the latest round in a years-long legal fight between the two men, dating back to their work on the independent film Dear Frank. Their dispute has played out in multiple courtrooms since the late 2010s.

In 2022, a New York jury found Dash liable for copyright infringement related to the film.

A federal judge later upheld that verdict. Webber also secured a separate $4 million defamation judgment after Dash made statements about him on a business podcast.

As part of enforcement efforts, courts authorized actions against Dash’s assets, including the sale of his stake in Roc-A-Fella Records.

Dash has maintained that the rulings were unjust and has continued to accuse Webber and others of wrongdoing. The new lawsuit argues Dash crossed the line by labeling Webber a criminal, despite no court ever finding him guilty of racketeering.

Webber is seeking at least $10 million in damages, along with punitive damages and legal costs. He’s also demanding a jury trial. Dash has not yet filed a response in court.

‘That’s called a bait-and-switch’: Women book hotel in New York City. Then they open the curtains and see the ‘city view’ they paid for

By: Kahron Spearman Updated Category: Newsbreak
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A woman and her sister book a New York City hotel room and come away feeling like the victims of a bait-and-switch scheme. Here’s what happened.

TikTok creator Kenny (@kennycorndog) posted a video about the incident on Nov. 22. The video starts with Kenny showing her sister on the phone with the hotel front desk.

Then, she goes to the window, which has a “view”—a pull-down blind with the New York City skyline screen-printed on it. She lets the blinds up, and the city is visible, as promised. However, it is a lackluster view.

Viewers React to New York City Hotel View

Of course, a gander into the comments will draw a hearty laugh. “Hotel worker here. That’s definitely a city view. What you see outside that window is… city,” said one person.

A second person claimed, without proof, “That’s called a bait-and-switch, and is very much illegal.”

Another commenter said: “It’s a city view… just not the perfect one you dreamed up in your head.” This is likely the most accurate explanation.

Some cited an obvious logistical issue. “I’m genuinely curious as to how you wanted to see the skyline of Manhattan while also being inside Manhattan?” asked one commenter.

Others were more sympathetic. “As a hotel manager I KNOW, and I’m SORRY,” one woman said. “The staff probably hate it as much as you do, since the wording is controlled by sales/corporate. But if you’re nice, I swear we’ll give you free vouchers.”

Booking a Hotel with a Nice View of Manhattan

There are some mid-tier hotels with nice views of Manhattan, such as the somewhat notable Millennium Hilton in Midtown or the Hyatt in Chelsea. However, after a brief scroll down in the comments, things become clearer.

It seems the sisters were staying at the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Times Square South. The entire affair makes more sense just by looking at the filthy couch her sister is sitting on. Unless the fine print promised a specific view, lower-end hotels aren’t likely to deliver.

A true bait-and-switch scheme generally involves a company offering a ridiculous discount. Then, when a customer comes to redeem the deal, the business directs the customer to another (more expensive) product or tacks on additional fees.

People have been tricked into seeing fake skylines for ages. If you’re a fan of the lawyer-centric show “Suits,” then you’ve seen something similar. The show was filmed in Toronto, which is a strong doppelganger for the American metropolis, but they needed to mimic a Manhattan backdrop.

All Hip Hop reached out to Kenny (@kennycorndog) and Marriott for more information.

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Cardi B Parties With New Billionaire Buddy Robert Kraft After Patriots Win

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: News
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Cardi B made headlines Sunday when she was spotted celebrating with New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft in his luxury suite at Gillette Stadium, creating an unlikely yet heartwarming moment that had fans buzzing across social media.

The Grammy-winning rapper was dressed to impress in an expensive-looking fur coat and glowing white hair as she watched her boyfriend, Stefon Digg.

New England trailed 24-13 in the fourth quarter before staging a comeback, scoring two late touchdowns to take the lead. Rookie quarterback Drake Maye threw for around 380 yards and two touchdowns as part of his first 300-yard passing game of the season.

The Patriots also forced a late fumble that helped seal the win. With the victory, New England clinched a playoff berth for the first time since 2021, improving their record to 12-3 and keeping pace atop the AFC standings.

Kraft’s connection to Hip-Hop culture runs deeper than this single moment with Cardi.

The Patriots’ owner has long supported rap artists, most notably developing a close friendship with Jay-Z. Kraft has also publicly supported Meek Mill, particularly during the Philadelphia rapper’s legal battles, and has been photographed at various Hip-Hop events and award shows.

The Patriots’ victory over Baltimore was significant for multiple reasons beyond the celebrity sightings. The win improved New England’s record to 12-3, keeping them firmly in the AFC playoff race.

Sherrone Moore’s Problems Multiply Five-Fold As More Women Come Forward

By: Nolan Strong Updated Category: News
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Sherrone Moore faces mounting accusations from five women who say the disgraced Michigan coach made unwanted advances over several years.

The 39-year-old married father was fired from his $5 million coaching job and arrested for home invasion and stalking after allegedly breaking into his assistant’s apartment.

The latest claims paint Moore as someone who used social media to target women with inappropriate messages.

One woman said Moore slid into her DMs on November 1, right after his team beat Purdue. She thought it was a fake account at first. Moore would respond to women’s Instagram stories with fire emojis and ask.

“How did we start following each other,” when he had followed them first.

In one exchange, he offered to fly a woman to Michigan. When she asked if she’d be “holed up in some hotel,” Moore replied: “I guess we will have to see! I would say yes but you would also have a driver haha.”

The coach’s questionable behavior extends beyond recent allegations.

Moore attended a party hosted by Diddy in 2018, according to his own social media posts.

The music mogul was sentenced to 50 months in federal prison in 2025 after being convicted on charges related to transporting people for prostitution.

Moore’s downfall began when Michigan fired him for having an “inappropriate relationship” with executive assistant Paige Shiver.

Hours later, he allegedly broke into her apartment and threatened to kill himself. Police arrested him on charges of breaking and entering, home invasion and stalking.

The coach spent two nights in jail before posting $25,000 bond. If convicted on all counts, he could face up to six years behind bars. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges.

His lawyer, Ellen Michaels, said Moore “denies any criminal wrongdoing” and called the allegations speculation. Moore’s wife, Kelli, appears to be standing by him despite the scandal. The couple has three children together.

Jaylen Brown Claps Back At Hair Critics: “Residue Of A Champion”

By: Mike Winslow Updated Category: News
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Jaylen Brown fired back at critics with championship swagger after his hair product became the talk of the NBA.

The Boston Celtics star didn’t back down from the viral moments that had social media buzzing. Brown’s hair enhancement product left visible marks on three different opponents’ jerseys during games in October and November.

The incidents started when his hair dye rubbed off on New York Knicks player OG Anunoby’s jersey during their October 24 matchup.

Similar transfers occurred with Detroit Pistons player Ron Holland and Washington Wizards player Kyshawn George in subsequent games.

The 29-year-old Finals MVP turned the embarrassment into fuel for his championship mentality.

“They’re lucky that I left my mark on them,” Brown told People. “I should get a thank you card: You have the residue of a champion on you. You’re welcome.”

Brown began experiencing hair thinning about 1 to 2 years ago. He tried topical solutions and serums, but nothing worked effectively.

The stress of Boston’s high-pressure championship environment worsened the problem.

“It’s the high expectation to win [the championship], or the season is a failure,” Brown explained about playing in Boston. The 2024 NBA champion said being a star player means “every win and every loss has an impact.”

Barbers typically use sprays and enhancement products to smooth hairlines and conceal thinning areas. Brown’s intense playing style and physical contact during games caused these products to transfer onto opponents’ clothing.

He is turning the publicity from the humiliation into a massive business opportunity by partnering with hair growth supplement brand Nutrafol to address his thinning hair head-on. The collaboration aims to destigmatize conversations about hair loss for millions who experience similar issues.

The hair loss industry is a massive global business. The treatment market was valued at $2.49 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $3.57 billion by 2032.

The broader hair care market hit $106.91 billion in 2024. Hair restoration services alone generated $7.52 billion in 2024, with predictions that they will grow to $34.17 billion in the coming years.

“When embarrassment, failure, loss, anything like that happens, there’s two ways you can go,” Brown said. “It can be spirit breaking, and you can go into a little shell and try to hide from it, or you can use it as fuel, get more focus, get more discipline, get more locked in, and go out and maximize your potential.”

Video Music Box’s Ralph McDaniels Reveals Hidden Dangers, Young Diddy & Untold Jay-Z Footage

By: Chuck Creekmur (@ChuckCreekmur) Updated Category: Exclusives
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Ralph McDaniels didn’t need a stage or spotlight to command attention.

Holding a microphone on the after a show with Styles P and Millyz, the architect behind Video Music Box spoke with calm authority, exactly how one expects of someone who helped define how Hip-Hop learned to see itself.

“Uncle Ralph,” as he’s affectionately known, made it clear that the brand has always spoken louder than titles.

For many viewers, Video Music Box was their first real connection to Hip-Hop and the companies like BET (“Rap City”) and MTV (“YO! MTV Raps”) followed. The difference is, Uncle Ralph is still here and so is his creation.

Uncle Ralph said he gets stories from viewer that have grown up on VMB all the time.

“I get it all the time from all different types of people,” he told AHH’s SlopsShotYa. “People tell me, I learned how to dress watching Video Music Box. I learned how to talk watching Video Music Box. I learned about Nas. I learned about Jay-Z. I learned about Shabba (Ranks). I learned about Super Cat. Whatever it was, they tell me.”

Those visuals were often captured in unpredictable and sometimes volatile environments. When asked how dangerous the venues really were, McDaniels didn’t hesitate.

“Oh yeah, nah. You don’t realize it when you young, you in danger,” he said. “But I’ve been through many shootouts and all kind of stabbings and all kind of stuff. I mean, not me personally happened to me, but around me. And we went back and did it again the next day. It was nothing.”

Now, that history is being preserved piece by piece.

McDaniels confirmed that a massive archival effort is underway to digitize decades of footage. “If you go to videomusicboxcollection.org, that’s the whole site that we have for digitizing and getting it out there,” he explained. “So curating these type of things like the old shows or just a 90s show or 90s interviews or 90s performances or all the summer jams, we shot all of those.”

Select clips have also been appearing online. “My YouTube is Video Music Box 1,” McDaniels said, noting that some of the recent releases caught even seasoned Hip-Hop heads off guard.

“We recently put out some Jay-Z stuff that people hadn’t seen from the Reasonable Doubt album with Memphis Bleek and Foxy Brown,” he said. “People were like, yo… you never saw it. A lot of jewels and rare footage like that.”

McDaniels admitted he never saw Hip-Hop taking it this far.

Speaking on his early relationship with embattled mogul Sean “Diddy Combs, he said, “I know him as an 18-year old kid. He was my stage manager when I was doing Harlem Week.” Still, McDaniels remains optimistic about his former worker. “God will work everything out. I’ve seen situations where I thought that it was dark. It was too dark and then the light comes through.”

As he signed off, McDaniels gave an appreciative salute.

“Big shout out to all the people that have been following me back in the days from 1983 to now,” he said. “Just do your thing. Have fun.”

6ix9ine Home Invasion: Suspect Scored Massive $30K Haul

By: Mike Winslow Updated Category: News
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Pedro Rodriguez scored a massive haul of luxury items worth over $30,000 when he and two accomplices invaded 6ix9ine’s Palm Beach County home last month, police revealed after recovering the stolen goods.

According to CBS 12, cops found Van Cleef earrings valued at $2,600, a diamond necklace worth $25,000 and designer Balenciaga and Chanel purses totaling $4,000 inside Rodriguez’s West Palm Beach residence.

The 19-year-old suspect also had $400 in cash, a driver’s license and three credit cards belonging to the rapper’s girlfriend. Rodriguez got busted on December 19 when Palm Beach County Sheriff’s deputies executed a search warrant at his home.

Phone records placed his device in the area during the November 16 invasion when three masked gunmen broke into 6ix9ine’s house seeking cash and car keys.

The rapper wasn’t home, but his 60-year-old mother was confronted by the armed men. Deputies said the suspects forced her to wait outside while they ransacked the property looking for valuables.

Investigators also discovered clothing that matched witness descriptions of the robbers’ attire during the break-in.

A firearm believed to be the same type used in the home invasion was recovered along with substantial narcotics consistent with street-level drug sales.

Rodriguez faces charges of residential robbery with a firearm, kidnapping, grand theft over $20,000 and selling a Schedule I substance. Two other suspects remain at large.

The arrest comes as 6ix9ine prepares to surrender to federal authorities on January 6, 2026, to begin a three-month prison sentence for probation violations, including assault and drug possession.

Spike Lee Tribute To James Ransone Reveals Deep Bond

By: Mike Winslow Updated Category: News
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Spike Lee paid tribute to actor James Ransone following his death in Los Angeles on December 19 at age 46, joining a chorus of Hollywood voices mourning the performer known for The Wire and The Black Phone.

The acclaimed director posted a photo on Instagram of himself with Ransone, whom he directed in Inside Man and Red Hook Summer, writing, “Rest In Peace To My Dear Brother,MR. JAMES RANSONE. We Rocked Together On RED HOOK SUMMER And INSIDE MAN,” followed by blue hearts and prayer emojis.

Wendell Pierce, who starred alongside Ransone in HBO’s The Wire, shared a brief message on X, formerly Twitter: “Sorry I couldn’t be there for you, brother. Rest in Peace James Ransone.”

Ransone’s death by suicide was confirmed over the weekend, prompting a wave of messages from collaborators and friends who remembered his warmth, talent and generosity.

Filmmaker Sean Baker, who directed Ransone in Tangerine and Starlet, posted a photo on Instagram with the caption, “I’ll miss you dearly my friend.”

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Seventeen-year-old actress Madeleine McGraw, who appeared with Ransone in The Black Phone, shared a heartfelt message on her Instagram Stories, writing, “I’m struggling to put into words the profound emptiness I’m feeling since learning of James Ransone’s passing. My heart is absolutely shattered.”

She recalled meeting him at the film’s 2021 premiere, where he offered her and her parents “heartfelt advice” about the entertainment industry. She added, “When he returned for his cameo in Black Phone 2, he was just as humble and grateful, lighting up with pure excitement to be back on the Black Phone set.”

McGraw continued, “We got to catch up, laugh, and connect again, and he was exactly the same: that radiant, passionate man overflowing with love for me, for his craft, and for his family.”

She ended her tribute with, “James, you truly changed me. You inspired me in ways I’ll carry forever. And I promise, with everything in me, to live by the wisdom you shared with me that night at the premiere. I already miss you so deeply. Rest in peace, my friend. You were one of a kind.”

Ransone gained recognition for his portrayal of Ziggy Sobotka in season two of The Wire and appeared in a range of projects, including Generation Kill, Sinister, Treme, and It Chapter Two. His final on-screen appearance was a cameo in Black Phone 2, which premiered in October.

He is survived by his wife, Jamie McPhee, and their son.

Tory Lanez: Megan Thee Stallion Foot Surgeon Disappeared After $118K Insurance Fraud

By: Nolan Strong Updated Category: News
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Tory Lanez’s legal team accuses Megan Thee Stallion of filing a $118,000 insurance claim for foot surgery, which his legal team says lasted less than a minute, adding a new twist to his ongoing appeal over the 2020 shooting case.

The imprisoned rapper is serving a 10-year sentence for assault with a semiautomatic firearm after Megan Thee Stallion was shot in the foot following a party in the Hollywood Hills.

Now, Lanez’s attorneys are challenging the integrity of the evidence used to convict him, alleging critical medical documents were either altered or withheld.

In a newly filed court report obtained by TMZ, Lanez’s defense claims a software expert uncovered 60 discrepancies in Megan’s medical records, including doctored text, broken QR codes, inconsistent timestamps and missing pages.

Most notably, they allege a hospital document titled “EVIDENCE” was never shared with the defense, despite showing a security guard reportedly transferred bullet fragments to the hospital, contradicting trial testimony that no fragments were recovered.

Lanez’s lawyers also argue that roughly 300 pages of medical records were never turned over to them before trial.

Among those, they say, is documentation showing Megan billed Blue Cross $118,000 for a surgery that allegedly lasted just 60 seconds. The surgeon, Dr. Little, did not testify and, according to the defense, cannot be located.

The report, submitted as part of Lanez’s appeal, also includes claims that Megan’s medical records feature forged signatures and conflicting procedural details.

His team believes these issues raise serious doubts about the accuracy of the evidence presented during the December 2022 trial.

The appeal stems from the July 2020 shooting that became a flashpoint in Hip-Hop and beyond. Lanez was convicted in December 2022 and continues to fight the verdict.

“I’ve never been violent towards a woman. I would never hit a woman, let alone shoot a woman,” Tory Lanez said in his first televised interview from California Men’s Colony, speaking with NBC News last week.

Trump Administration Offers $3K Incentive for Immigrants to Leave U.S.

By: illseed Updated Category: Rumors
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Kristi Noem and the Department of Homeland Security just dropped what might be the most controversial holiday offer of the season as immigration enforcement, money, and politics collide in one very loud December announcement.

According to DHS, undocumented immigrants who voluntarily leave the United States by the end of the year using the CBP Home app will receive a $3,000 cash stipend plus a free flight back to their home country. Yes, you read that right. Uncle Sam is cutting checks for self deportation and calling it a holiday gift.

The announcement came straight from Washington on December 22, framed as an incentive driven push to accelerate departures before the calendar flips. DHS says the program is already showing results, claiming that since January 2025 roughly 1.9 million people have voluntarily left the country, with tens of thousands using the CBP Home app specifically. The department is now tripling the incentive through the end of the year in what it calls a limited time offer.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem did not mince words.

“Since January 2025, 1.9 million illegal aliens have voluntarily self-deported and tens of thousands have used the CBP Home program. During the Christmas Season, the U.S. taxpayer is so generously TRIPLING the incentive to leave voluntarily for those in this country illegally offering a $3,000 exit bonus but just until the end of the year,” she said.

“Illegal aliens should take advantage of this gift and self-deport because if they don’t, we will find them, we will arrest them, and they will never return.”

Beyond the cash and airfare, DHS says participants who use the app will also receive forgiveness for any civil fines or penalties related to overstaying or failing to depart previously. The pitch is being marketed as fast, free, and simple. Download the app, submit your information, and the government handles the rest, including travel arrangements.

Critics are already lining up to question the optics and the math. Supporters argue it saves taxpayers money compared to long detention and enforcement processes. Opponents see it as coercive, threatening, or politically performative. Either way, the messaging is crystal clear. Take the deal now or face arrest and permanent exclusion later.

Whether this becomes a blueprint for future immigration policy or a short term political stunt, one thing is certain. This holiday season, the loudest gift under the tree is coming from DHS.

Ray J Banned From Seeing His Kids On Christmas, Birthday, Over Princess Love Gun Incident

By: Nolan Strong Updated Category: News
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Ray J got hit with six misdemeanor charges and can’t see his kids for Christmas after a judge extended his restraining order following his Thanksgiving arrest for allegedly pulling a gun on Princess Love during a livestream.

The singer faces charges ranging from brandishing a firearm to child endangerment after the explosive incident that was broadcast live on social media.

Ray J was arrested on Thanksgiving Day and released on $50,000 bail, but the fallout continues to impact his family life.

“Man, I don’t even want to talk about it,” he told reporters outside court. “I’m missing my kids. I’m missing Christmas, my son’s birthday.”

The restraining order prevents Ray J from having contact with his two children, daughter Melody, 7, and son Epik, who turns 6 during the Christmas holidays. The extended order followed Los Angeles County City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto’s filing of misdemeanor charges, even though the District Attorney declined to pursue criminal charges.

The incident began during a Thanksgiving livestream, when Ray J and Princess Love got into an explosive argument. Princess Love accused Ray J of pointing a gun at her and their children during the broadcast. She later posted an emotional video titled “Enough is enough.”

“Check yourself into rehab, because you’re more than drunk,” Princess Love said in her response video. “You’re not about to sit here and make me look crazy when I am the best mother since the day my kids been born. Everything I do, I do for my kids, including being around you when I don’t want to or have to.”

Princess Love revealed she only brought the children over for Thanksgiving so Ray J could spend time with them during the holiday. But she said she couldn’t leave them alone after allegedly finding him in bed with an unclothed woman during a previous visit.

The couple has filed for divorce multiple times since their 2016 marriage. Princess Love first filed in 2020, then Ray J filed later that year and again in 2021. Princess Love filed most recently in February 2024.

This isn’t their first run-in with law enforcement. In March 2025, Ray J was detained after another argument with Princess Love following his performance on the Millennium Tour. He was released after police determined that no crime had been committed.

Ray J denied pointing the gun at Princess Love but admitted he was scared when she and her family came to get the children. The six misdemeanor charges include brandishing a firearm, use of force and child endangerment.

Ray J broke his silence about his jail experience with a bizarre story about an inmate’s inappropriate behavior.

“I just got out of jail, it’s not cool,” he said during a livestream. “Never go to jail, y’all. It’s really bad.” He claimed another inmate was engaging in sexual acts while calling his name, which nearly led to a fight.”

Nas: AllHipHip 2025 Person Of The Year

By: Chris L. Boogie Brown Updated Category: 2025 Year In Review
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In a year overflowing with legacy moments and new creative peaks, Nas once again reminded the world why he remains one of Hip Hop’s most enduring and culturally vital figures. Thirty-four years after his professional debut in 1991 and more than three decades after his seminal classic Illmatic (now preserved in the Library of Congress National Recording Registry), Nas continues to elevate the culture on every level.

With 23 albums, elite guest verses, mixtapes, past awards (including a Grammy and 2021 AllHipHop honors), and a catalog filled with milestones, his career tells the story of an artist who has conquered, adapted and evolved without ever compromising his artistry.

Beyond the booth, Nas has also become a model of leadership within Hip-Hop. One of his most impactful contributions is the Paid in Full Foundation, which he co-founded with Steve Stoute and Ben Horowitz. The foundation honors Hip-Hop pioneers who played pivotal roles in the culture’s early growth while providing healthcare and financial support to architects who were often underpaid relative to their influence.

Honorees include legends such as Grandmaster Caz, Kool Moe Dee, Scarface and two of my Top 5 favorite lyricists of all time: Rakim and Kool G Rap. Through this work, Nas isn’t just celebrating Hip Hop’s past, he’s actively protecting its future.

That same dedication was evident in 2023 when he helped produce the Hip-Hop Is 50 celebration at Yankee Stadium. This has a direct line to 2025. This year, Nas donated $1 million of his own money toward the construction of the Hip-Hop Museum, set to open in 2026. His commitment is further reflected through Mass Appeal Records, the label he co-owns with Peter BitterBender. In 2025, Mass Appeal became a safe haven for Hip-Hop’s heroes through its Legend Has It series, releasing new and posthumous projects from foundational artists of the ’80s and ’90s.

All of this signals deep reverence for the culture—but in the booth, Nas continued to prove why many consider him the Greatest MC of All Time. Across his albums and on The Clipse’ 2025 release, Nas delivered guest verses marked by sharp lyricism, timely perspective and a laser-focused hunger rarely seen from someone more than three decades into their career.

Following his historic late-career renaissance – fueled by a three-year, six-album run with Hit-Boy – Nas finally delivered his long-anticipated collaborative album with DJ Premier, Light-Years. Spanning 15 tracks, the project plays like an audio love letter to Hip Hop itself.

Over Premier’s contemporary-leaning boom-bap, Nas assumes the role of Hip Hop ambassador, celebrating MC’ing, DJ’ing, graffiti writers, female MCs, the youth and New York City. While Light-Years may not have reached the mythical Illmatic II expectations, it unmistakably showcases Nas’ continued mastery. He is poetic, polished, poised and deeply expressive. He loves the culture.

Nas has been one of our all-time favorite MCs since we first heard him in 1991. His legacy reflects the elite lineage he descends from what I call my “Top 5 Emeritus” (shout out to my brother and AHH founder Chuck “Jigsaw” Creekmur for coining the phrase): Big Daddy Kane, Kool G Rap, Rakim, KRS-One, and LL Cool J.

These legends didn’t just influence Hip-Hop: they elevated the craft, setting standards for lyricism, technical precision, style and depth. Nas embodies those tenets while still advancing the art form in his own voice.

With 34 years of longevity, unwavering passion, consistent excellence, and an elite lyrical standard he still maintains, the respect Nas commands worldwide is fully earned. When it comes to the subjective GOAT debate, he no longer needs advocates, because his body of life work has already made the case.

As an executive, philanthropist, cultural icon and active lyricist who rhymed throughout 2025 like he was facing eviction, Nas is the 2025 AllHipHop Person of the Year. Every era has its legends, but few prove decades later that their greatness isn’t nostalgia-based. Nas continues to prove, in real time, that his sword is still sharp. ⚔️

Salute, Nasir Jones. 🎤

Blueface Makes Keke Palmer Blush During Flirty Livestream

By: Mike Winslow Updated Category: News
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Blueface wasted no time shooting his shot when Keke Palmer joined his livestream recently.

The rapper, who was released from prison in November after nearly two years, turned what started as a simple check-in into a smooth-talking session that left Palmer laughing and viewers entertained. Palmer asked him about adjusting to life after his release. “So how you been? You’ve been out for a while. The life feels same? The life feel different?” she said during the stream.

Blueface didn’t miss a beat with his response.

“No, when I got out, I was doing alright. Then you walked in, everything is looking bright. Just looking bright. My future lookin bright,” he told her with a grin.

Palmer couldn’t help but smile at his bold approach. “You play too much,” she responded, clearly amused by his confidence. The rapper kept the energy going. “At first I wasn’t feeling it, I was like ‘damn’ you know,” he continued, making it obvious he was trying to impress the actress and singer.

Fans quickly picked up on their chemistry. Social media users began sharing clips of the interaction, with many commenting that Palmer seemed to enjoy the attention. Blueface has been making headlines since his release from prison last month.

He’s currently working on a jail-themed dating show and has been active on social media, reconnecting with fans.

Treach Steps Out Solo With Ice-T & New Mixtape

By: Houston Williams Updated Category: Rumors
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Treach is finally stepping into solo territory and for Hip-Hop purists, this is a moment decades in the making.

The legendary rapper and former lead MC of Naughty By Nature is officially striking out on his own for the first time in his career, telling AllHipHop exclusively his debut solo project is coming son. This happens after more than 30 years as one of rap’s most respected voices.

YUP! One of the most technically gifted lyricists Hip-Hop has ever seen is going solo.

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For years, Treach has been a highly decorated veteran who, at his peak, carried New Jersey on his back. Revered for his tongue-twisting precision, razor-sharp metaphors, and rare ability to balance lyrical warfare with chart-ready anthems, Treach has long stood in a class of his own. Now, he’s bringing all of that energy into a solo release…unfiltered and direct.

The project will arrive as a free mixtape, given directly to the public. Leading the charge is a first single “Lay Low.” This song, which we’ve heard, features his longtime friend and brother Ice-T. You already know what this means – respect and bars.

The full mixtape project is slated to drop New Year’s Eve, positioning Treach to start 2026 on his own terms. For fans, this is a long-overdue new beginning.

Sources close to the situation (wink wink) say much of the material was recorded during the COVID era, with Treach patiently waiting for the right moment to release it. That patience may pay off: there are reportedly vaults of unreleased music, suggesting this mixtape could be just the first wave of a larger rollout in the months ahead.

If you grew up debating lyricism, songs, breath control and street authenticity…this matters. A Treach solo project is unfinished business.

What do you think? Drop your thoughts in the comments.

‘I beg your pardon?!’: Nashville man orders Chipotle tortilla chips. Then he opens the bag

By: Mars Ramos Updated Category: Newsbreak
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Did ya know, Chipotle has a new chip order? Well, sort of. This Nashville customer is not happy about it, but others are open to it. What would you do if you got this chip order instead of the tortilla chips you were expecting?

In a Nov. 30 video, TikTok creator Jordan (@liljordan901) opens up his Chipotle order and gets a little surprise. Taco shells instead of the chips he ordered.

“I go to Chipotle and ask for chips to go with my bowl. Why do I get a bag of taco shells?” Jordan says. They then proceed to show viewers a brown paper bag of 10-20 hard tortilla shells. 

Jordan captions the video, “Chipotle’s new chips!”

Chipotle Customer Gets Taco Shells Instead of Chips

Chipotle’s tortilla chips are a staple. What makes them so special? They are made fresh, everyday, twice according to an article by The Takeout. They are also tossed with salt and lime two times to ensure maximum flavor and even coating.

As Chipotle has not confirmed any new chip releases, it’s safe to say this was probably a mistake.

The video has 252 likes and 5,108 views.

Viewers React to Jordan’s New Chipotle Trend

While it was most likely a mistake, it seems that Jordan might have started a trend. Viewers weigh in on the mix-up with varied takes on the item swap.

“You know what, the next time I go I want taco shells, too!” said one person.

“Aye, counts your blessing kings,” said a second person.

“I’ll never understand how people don’t check their food first before leaving a fast food restaurant. Like why are you trusting high-school [aged] fast food employees?” another person said.

“Them might be better, gang,” weighs in another.

The Difference Between Tortilla Chips and Shells

So what exactly is the difference between tortilla chips and hard tortilla shells? While the tortilla chips and hard taco shells are both made of corn (Chipotle call them the Crispy Corn Tortilla for this reason), the main difference is that the taco shells don’t have the salt and lime. And, of course, shells are fried in the U-taco shape instead of cut up before fried.

Given that at the core they are the same materials just made slightly different, it might be worth getting creative with the shell for chip swap if you’re looking for something new on the menu.

All Hip Hop has reached out to Chipotle for comment via online contact form and to Jordan for comment via TikTok message and Instagram message.

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Drake Trashes Spotify In Middle Of Dueling Bot War Lawsuits

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Drake took a pointed jab at Spotify during a recent live stream with Bendadonn, calling the platform “Botify” while previewing his upcoming ICEMAN project.

The comment creates layers of irony, given the swirling bot allegations surrounding multiple parties in Hip-Hop’s streaming wars.

“I can play it on Botify real quick, I mean Sp…” Drake said during the stream, catching himself mid-sentence but making his point clear.

The dig comes as Drake continues his legal battle against Universal Music Group, where he accused the label of using bots and artificial streaming manipulation to boost Kendrick Lamar’s diss track “Not Like Us.”

Drake’s lawsuit against UMG claimed the company “launched a campaign to manipulate and saturate the streaming services and airwaves” to artificially inflate Kendrick’s track.

He alleged UMG used bots, payola schemes and other deceptive practices to push “Not Like Us” to over 900 million streams, making it the most-streamed diss track in Spotify history.

But the bot allegations create a twisted irony.

Just months after Drake’s legal action, rapper RBX filed a class-action lawsuit against Spotify, alleging the platform ignored “billions of fraudulent streams” that allegedly inflated Drake’s numbers. The lawsuit alleges that Drake benefited from bot accounts that used VPN technology to obscure their locations and artificially inflate his streaming counts.

RBX’s legal team claims the fraudulent Drake streams cost other artists hundreds of millions in lost revenue. The lawsuit points explicitly to “abnormal VPN usage” that masked the locations of bot accounts streaming Drake’s catalog.

This puts Drake in an unusual position: accusing others of bot manipulation while simultaneously being accused of benefiting from the same practice. But Drake’s “Botify” comment suggests he still harbors resentment toward the platform, even as he needs its algorithmic support for ICEMAN‘s upcoming release.

Drake’s relationship with Spotify remains complicated but profitable.

Despite the legal drama and bot allegations, he dominated the platform in 2025, with over 17.6 billion streams. The numbers represent his biggest streaming year ever on Spotify, pushing his total platform streams past 125 billion, making him the first artist to reach that milestone.

His 2025 streaming success came even as the Kendrick Lamar beef dominated headlines and “Not Like Us” became a cultural phenomenon.

JD Vance Uses Nicki Minaj As Pawn To Race-Bait After AmeriFest Appearance

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JD Vance used Nicki Minaj‘s appearance at AmeriFest in Phoenix to push his own narrative on race and identity politics, twisting her remarks into a broader attack on diversity initiatives and doubling down on rhetoric that critics say stokes racial division.

This morning (December 22), the VEEP hopped on X.com to spew more racial nonsense.

“Nicki Minaj said something at Amfest that was really profound. I’m paraphrasing, but she said, ‘just because I want little black girls to think they’re beautiful doesn’t mean I need to put down little girls with blonde hair and blue eyes,” JD Vance said.

He added, “We all got wrapped up over the last few years in zero sum thinking. This was because the people who think they rule the world pit us against one another. Nicki Minaj rejects that. We all should.”

The Vice President’s remarks followed Minaj’s remarks at the same event, in which she reflected on self-worth and societal beauty norms.

“I don’t need someone with blonde hair and blue eyes to downplay their beauty because I know my beauty. Do you understand? It doesn’t bother me that a woman feels and says that she’s beautiful. Why shouldn’t she feel that?” she said. “Why have we gotten to a point where certain colors or certain kinds of people have to be afraid of loving themselves and loving the way they look?”

Nicki Minaj continued, “I don’t want what was done to little black girls done to little white girls. I don’t want it done to any girl. I want all little girls in the world to know that you are unique. You are beautiful.”

Shortly after Nicki Minaj’s surprise onstage conversation, Vance praised the rapper’s comments on beauty standards but quickly pivoted to his own agenda, with some dog whistling.

“Unlike the left, we stand against treating anybody, and I love what Nicki said about this. We don’t treat anybody different because of their race or their sex,” Vance said. “So we have relegated DEI to the dustbin of history, which is exactly where it belongs. In the United States of America, you don’t have to apologize for being white anymore.”

Minaj’s appearance at the conservative gathering raised eyebrows across the political spectrum. During her chat with Turning Point USA CEO Erika Kirk, the Hip-Hop star praised both President Donald Trump and Vance.

“I have the utmost respect and admiration for our President. I don’t know if he even knows this, but he’s given so many people hope,” she said. “This administration is full of people with heart and soul, and they make me proud of them. Our Vice President, he makes me… well, I love both of them… Both of them have a very uncanny ability to be someone that you relate to.”

Minaj also took aim at California Governor Gavin Newsom, calling him “New-scum” while criticizing his stance on transgender youth issues.

In an awkward moment, Minaj referred to Vance as “the assassin JD Vance” before realizing she was sitting next to Kirk, whose husband, Charlie Kirk, was shot and killed earlier this year.

Kirk responded with grace, saying, “If the Internet wants to clip it, who cares? I love this woman. She’s an amazing woman. She has a soul and a heart for the Lord. And words are words, but I know her heart, and it doesn’t even matter.”

Minaj, who has recently become more vocal about political issues, also spoke at the United Nations in November, where she addressed Christian persecution in Nigeria and voiced support for Trump.

Cardi B’s Face Takes Over The Sky In Wild Miami Drone Display

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Cardi B lit up the Miami skyline Saturday night with a dazzling drone display celebrating her chart-topping album Am I The Drama? and upcoming Little Miss Drama Tour.

The Hip-Hop star stood beneath a sky filled with synchronized drones forming her face, album visuals and even a scannable QR code linking to tour details.

The spectacle marked a high-tech tribute to her sophomore album’s success and her first arena headlining tour, which launches in February 2026. In a video posted after the show, Cardi B said, “I love my fan base…we be doing the damn thing!!!”

The Miami drone show capped off a string of unconventional promotional stunts tied to Am I The Drama?, which dropped September 19 via Atlantic Records.

The 23-track project blends Hip-Hop with pop and Latin sounds and features a packed guest list including Megan Thee Stallion, Summer Walker, Selena Gomez, and Janet Jackson. The expanded edition adds Latto, Jeezy and Bruno Mars.

The album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, selling 200,000 units, and features past hits such as “WAP” and “Up,” alongside new tracks like “Imaginary Playerz.”

Lyrically, Cardi mixes braggadocio with personal reflections on fame, motherhood and messy relationships. She takes direct shots at BIA, Offset and other unnamed rivals.

To promote the release, Cardi returned to grassroots tactics, selling CDs on sidewalks and filming subway skits in New York. She also leaned into humor on Instagram Live, telling viewers, “I’m broke if you don’t buy this.”

In one of her boldest moves, she teamed with Walmart, Atlantic Records and drone company Wing to deliver 176 physical copies of the album via drone in under an hour across the Dallas–Fort Worth area. That stunt earned her a Guinness World Record for “most drone deliveries in one hour for an album.”

The Little Miss Drama Tour will hit more than 30 cities across North America, with early shows in Los Angeles, New York and Atlanta already sold out. Due to demand, additional dates have been added.

Big Sean Takes Detroit Pistons Global As City Teams Tap Homegrown Rap Stars

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Big Sean landed a major promotion with his hometown Detroit Pistons, stepping into the role of Creative Director of Global Experience to help take the franchise worldwide.

The Detroit native will lead the team’s community outreach and expand its international fan base through creative projects that showcase Motor City culture on the global stage.

His new position builds on his previous work as Creative Director of Innovation, where he helped design team merchandise and enhanced in-game experiences.

“It’s been an honor to serve the Pistons community, and stepping into this expanded role as Creative Director of Global Experience allows me to do it on an even bigger scale,” Big Sean said. “Detroit has always been rich with talent and culture, and my mission is to keep opening doors and hiring our city’s creatives to shine alongside one of the most iconic franchises in sports.”

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The rapper launched “Creatives Across Continents” on World Basketball Day, inviting international designers and artists to create original works inspired by Detroit Basketball.

Selected artists will collaborate with Big Sean on a retail collection dropping in 2026.

Big Sean has already collaborated on several Pistons projects, including the Don Life practice jerseys and the 2022-23 “St. C’s” Nike NBA City Edition uniforms.

The Pistons plan to share more details on partnerships related to NBA All-Star Weekend, 313 Day celebrations, and additional retail collaborations in 2026.

Detroit sports franchises are increasingly tapping their homegrown Hip-Hop talent to boost their brands.

Eminem recently signed a multi-year deal with the Detroit Lions to executive-produce their Thanksgiving halftime shows through 2027. The partnership kicked off this year with Jack White and Post Malone performing during the holiday show.

Both deals represent a strategic shift for Detroit’s major sports teams, which recognize the global appeal of their city’s legendary rap artists.

Texas Roadhouse customer sends back steak, calls it ‘disgusting’ and ‘raw.’ Then the servers take one look at it in the back

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Texas Roadhouse is known for a lot of things: Warm bread rolls, cactus blossom, and of course, freshly cut steaks. However, this customer is not a fan of her steak and claims her meat was “disgusting and raw.” What really happened?

TikTok creator @_lolkota, shows a plate being returned to the kitchen with a steak on it. In the video, @_lolkota shows a Texas Roadhouse employee holding onto the steak laughing. “Noah, what did they say?” asks @_lolkota.

Noah answers, “She said this is disgusting and raw.” The steak on the plate very obviously appears to be well-done, hence the joke.

The video has 187,900 likes and has 2,200,000 views.

How to Order the Perfect Steak

So what is the issue with the steak? Why did the customer send it back? Perhaps it wasn’t seasoned to her liking and the rarity was not to her preference. Although, it’s hard to imagine a steak cooked more than the one in the video. So how exactly do you measure the rarity of a steak?

The easiest way to assess how well or rare a steak is cooked is by its color. The more pink/red, the higher the amount of blood still in the meat and the more rare. The browner/paler it is, the more well or cooked it is. Another trick is the face touch trick.

According to Food 52, you can test the rarity of your steak by comparing its softness to different parts of your face. If a steak is cooked medium rare, it should be comparable to the plushness of your cheeks. If it’s cooked medium well, it can be compared to the firmness of your forehead. And if it’s medium, it should feel like your chin. 

Viewers React to the Steak Temperature

“That’s like arguably overcooked for most,” said one commenter.

“Was she looking for this?” another viewer stated with a picture of coal attached implying it is already well done.

“If that’s raw I may as well just be eating a live cow,” joked another viewer.

All Hip Hop has reached out to @_lolkota for comment via TikTok message and comment and to Texas Roadhouse via email.

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