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Fat Joe Announced As Host For 2022 BET Hip-Hop Awards 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Fat Joe will be coming to screens in September as the host of the 2022 BET Hip-Hop Awards. 

The New York native is in high demand and is extending his role as a media personality with a promise to deliver in a big way.  

“This will be the BIGGEST award show in history,” Fat Joe explained to Billboard. “It’s truly an honor to host and produce the BET Hip Hop Awards, and I can’t thank Connie [Orlando] and the entire BET family enough for this opportunity. We’re going to celebrate music, culture, and entertainment, honor the biggest and brightest stars in the world and make this an unforgettable night full of laughs and surprises. Always remember that yesterday’s host is not today’s host.” 

The ceremony takes place at Cobb Energy Center in Atlanta, GA, on Friday, September 30. The broadcast premiere will air Tuesday, October 4, at 9 PM ET/PT on BET. 

“Fat Joe is hip hop royalty. He has represented the artform and the Bronx, the birthplace of hip hop, throughout his outstanding musical career. He is a treasured friend of the network and we’ve loved seeing and supporting his evolution to becoming the superstar he is today,” said Connie Orlando, EVP, Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy at BET. “We can’t wait to watch him take the stage with his vivacious energy, standing together with today’s hottest and beloved hip hop stars.” 

BET Label Fat Joe “One of the Gods of Rap”

However, many fans on Twitter called out BET for the appointment after Fat Joe was dragged last month for saying that Hip-Hop was created by both Latinos and Black people. They were also unhappy with BET characterizing Joey Crack as a Rap God. 

“We bringing that culture back with one of the GODS of Rap!” BET announced on social media.

While on Instagram, many of his contemporaries applauded the news, sharing fire emojis in the comment section, it was a different story on Twitter. Check out some of the responses below.  

https://twitter.com/SeanPatG/status/1567317855829479426?s=20&t=eHW5DN_hQKTqFODbFL2WLg

600 Breezy Mourns The Death of His Girlfriend Raven Jackson

By: London JennnCategory: News

600 Breezy is in mourning, revealing his girlfriend Raven Jackson has passed away. 

While the Chicago native did not reveal her cause of death, on Tuesday (Sept. 6), he shared a series of posts, including what is being reported as an alleged suicide note. He also posted a number of photographs of himself and the fitness influencer, his girlfriend of two years.  

“Baby why would you do this to me , why would you do this to us,” 600 Breezy wrote in the caption of a photo of the couple. “I was coming back home I promised you I would. You just gone leave me forever? You kno how many people love you raven? I would’ve never left if this was the outcome.”  

He continued: “Im f##### up for the rest of my life baby mentally you just finished me. Im shaking I’m crying I love you so much stinky pie. My woman my wife my life …You pushed me away so you can do this ??? I would’ve died with you raven I did any and everything for you …I’ll never be able to love again @raven.k.jackson. I’ll see you soon baby. God help me please.” 

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In a separate post, 600 Breezy shared another group of photos of the couple looking happy and continued to mourn her passing.  

“The best 2 years of my life …… @raven.k.jackson. God I need you please help me please. What did I do to deserve this ?💔 you took my friends and my girl ???”  

https://www.instagram.com/p/CiLHd0cu1w6/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

600 Breezy Shares Message From Raven Jackson

600 Breezy also shared screenshots of a message, allegedly sent by Raven, reportedly as a suicide note. The “New Opps” rapper explained how much he “worshipped” his girlfriend and encouraged fans to take mental health concerns seriously.  

AllHipHop.com extends condolences to 600 Breezy and the family and loved ones of Raven Jackson. 

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Godbliss Recruits Nitty Scott For New Single “Femme Fatale & Casanova”

By: Brxton LeeCategory: Music

Godbliss was born in the Bronx, New York, in the early 80’s, like so many others was influenced by hip-hop at a young age. Godbliss’s mother was a female rapper, and his father was a well-known DJ in the Bronx. Hip-Hop was in his blood at birth. At the age of 10, Godbliss was already writing rhymes. 

Growing up listening to Kool G Rap, Rakim, Big Daddy Kane, and KRS-One, he created his own style. By 1992 Godbliss had joined the 5% Nation of Gods and Earths and started putting knowledge and intellect along with his already hardcore metaphoric style. Godbliss has never lost a battle and is well known in the underground market. Touring around the world performing and keeping real hip-hop alive, Godbliss has a large following of fans rooted in the real hip-hop tradition; a fan base that includes every race and nationality. 

On August 19th, Godbliss released his lasted single featuring Nitty Scott produced by D-ski The Illeagle, “Femme Fatale & Casanova“. This single was inspired by the mentality of a Femme Fatale and Casanova and how it affects our society. In addition to working with Nitty Scott, he has also worked with The Game, Inspectah Deck, Kool G Rap, Sadat-X, Saigon, Grand Daddy IU, K-Rino, and J-lyn, to name a few.

Stream “Femme Fatale & Casanova” via Soundcloud below.

https://soundcloud.com/lastprophecyent/godbliss-feat-nitty-scott-femme-fatale-casanova-produced-by-d-ski-the-illeagle

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“Fortmanny Bets Drops New Single “Everyday” with Expected EP Coming in 2023

By: Staff WriterCategory: Music News

What is a quote you live by?

“Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard”

 I also live by the notion that “Nothing comes to a sleeper but a dream”, and last but not least “TIME IS MONEY “

What are some important achievements and milestones you feel proud to share?

An important achievement for me was when I purchased my dream house at the age of 21 and purchased my dream car, a Lamborghini Huracan at the age of 26 years old!

I also attended a YSL party back in 2022 which was a life-changing experience meeting some notable Musicians like Young Thug, that inspired me heavily and really helped encourage me on my path to pursuing music further!

Tell us a little bit more about your background, where were you born and raised, and how you got into music:

I was born in west Africa, Monrovia Liberia to be exact. I moved to the United States at the age of 9 years old. I got into music heavily when I first moved to the United States.

 Lil Boosie was the first artist I took an interest in when I first got introduced to Music.

How did your background affect your journey and current situation?

Honestly, my background affected my journey in a very positive way. I was introduced to something new and different from what I grew up around while in Africa. 

Hip Hop wasn’t as popular growing up where I grew up. When I got to the United States everything changed and I got introduced to Hip Hop thanks to my older cousin.

What influenced you to become a Musical Artist:

The lifestyle that I live influenced me to become an artist. I listen to a lot of Artists speak on what their life was like and I always said to myself “Damn that’s me, I can relate to this a lot” so the decision was pretty easy getting into music.

Was there a certain moment that was a turning point in your life:

The turning point in my life was when I moved out of Florida to Tennessee at the age of 19. 

That was a life-changing moment for me looking back. I had zero friends or family in Tennessee when I moved. 

I had no option other than to work hard and grind. I was distraction free as well, which was a major element in my growth.

We love your new song “Everyday”, what can we expect from you musically in the future?

Yeah, I had a lot of motivation in my life to release that song and the response has been incredible! It got me feeling like Music is something I was meant to do and I’m excited to release my album in early 2023!

https://open.spotify.com/user/31rrwhicf7rorxb4eill4dkbww64?si=a5c68191d7094c1a&nd=1

And here https://vyd.co/FortMannyEveryday

Follow Fortmanny Bets https://Instagram.com/FortMannyBets

Redman Reveals He’s Officially A Licensed Skydiver: “I’m Wilding In The Skies” 

By: London JennnCategory: News

“Look up in the sky, it’s a bird, it’s a plane,” or is it newly licensed skydiver Redman? 

Redman has been a fan of the extreme sport for decades but recently took things up a notch. At the beginning of the year, he set himself a challenge to become a qualified skydiver. 

After many months of soaring high in the sky and 27 jumps later, Redman achieved his goal. He took to Instagram on Tuesday evening (Sept. 6) to share his achievement with a video montage featuring some of his jumps. The clip begins with the “How High” rapper somersaulting out of an aircraft into the open sky. He’s seen performing several aerial maneuvers, even giving his instructor a high five mid-jump, all while thousands of feet up in the air.  

“I worked HARD for this !!,” Redman penned in the caption. “27 JUMPS and Studied Hard for my Written Exam and Passed TODAY !! I’m an OFFICIAL A LICENSED SKYDIVER. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏”  

He continued: “I’m WILDING IN THE SKIES,” before thanking the team at Skydive Spaceland Houston. 

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Several of his peers took to the comments to congratulate him, including Ja Rule, who revealed he was also going for the feat. 

“Dope,” he replied, adding, “I got 23 jumps to go lol… congrats 🌊.” Redman was fully in support, responding, “Aye Les Go My Bro !!” 

Redman Skydiving in 1997

The Newark, New Jersey native began his journey in the skies, back in the 1990s. In 1997, he went skydiving with XXL for their second-ever issue. 

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Redman also shared a clip of one of his skydiving buddies performing some stunts to the soundtrack of his new single. Check out the video for “So Cool” below.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/Ch-TT-fqqBT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Redman released “So Cool” this summer, beginning the rollout for the long-awaited sequel to his 1996 solo album Muddy Waters. The single serves as the lead track for Muddy Waters 2. 

Fans have been anticipating the project for 15 years. Redman told AllHipHop.com way back in 2007 that the album was on the way. “I’m getting back into [the studio] with Muddy Waters 2,” he revealed. “I already did two songs for it.” 

Rapper Quando Rondo Quits Gang Life, Refuses To Get Jumped Out Too

By: IllseedCategory: Rumors

2022 just got weirder.

Quando Rondo is out! Ol’ boy has been through a lot and he had decided to just quit gang life! Rondo is a Crip! And he’s done something I have almost never seen happen: quitting. Usually it is some “blood in, blood out” stuff. Anyway, he said that gang members are not loyal and he is going to focus on family!

What do you think about this? I find it so amazing and so tragic.

Here is the deal. Another one of Rondo’s homies died. Remember, they were in LA and in the brightness of the sun, somebody shot his man Lul Pab. Rondo was not hit. His boy would die later. Rondo didn’t take it too good. He decided to let it be known. He. Is. Out.

UPDATE: Quando Rondo Avoids Death In Los Angeles; Affiliates Lul Pab And Fendi Killed

He said more on his IG stories.

“It’s time for me to spend time to myself and free myself from a lot of people. My Main Manz Gone & a lot more sh#t I’m cool on alot of sh#t if I feel like you not with me it’s no reason for me To be holding on to you no need to shake your hand or fake some with you ! I’m Living Life How I wanna live life whatever I wanna do ima do it you gone either gone get with it or get lost,” he said.

I feel for lil bro, because he took all he could take. We already know he was the intended target of the gunners that took his boy. Life went on relatively fast and I bet nobody cared in the set. On top of that, it was rumored that the Hoover Crips did the shooting. For a minute there, they said Big U was protecting Lil Rondo, but maybe something happened.

Here’s more of what he said on IG.

That is a lot.

Here’s more. J. Stone said you gotta come and get let out of the set. You cannot just walk away, bro.

This runs deep.

Bow Wow Responds To Haters Of His $1000 VIP Package!

By: IllseedCategory: Rumors

I feel bad for Bow Wow! Dude just got turned into a laughing stock all over the internet again. I know some people under rocks, so here’s the summation. Bow Wow is offering fans a once in a lifetime opportunity to chill with him extensively. And they laughed!

Well, Bow Wow is not about to let you all pick thousands of dollars in food stamps over him. No way. He is lashing back at you busters.

“A lot of you guys are asking what’s the difference between Ticketmaster Meet and greets. Then there my VIP meet n greets that released yesterday….. ill explain,” he wrote according to the good people of BallerAlert.

“Certain floor seat tickets come with the standard meet and greet where you will be able to still meet me and take photos, but you WILL NOT get the full experience as my VIP MEET AND GREET HOLDERS… this is your standard picture taking similar to what we usually do,” he continued.

He went on: “As for my special VIP meet and greet experience .. They will gain more access to more private time with me and also will gain access to my private club and everything you can name. There are 3 different packages to choose from. It’s all about how close you want your experience to be.”

I told you people, the price of a mere picture was as low as $150, but you all wanted to be funny.

In time, Bow Wow seemed to get increasingly mad and decided to stunt on you hating a$$ N-words.

“You see when I’m chilling, minding my business staying off the net, THEY STILL HAVE TO TALK ABOUT ME,” he said. “One week it’s ‘Bow Wow sells out o2 arena he’s a goat’ to who wants to meet him for 1k? Ya, baby momma n#gga, that’s who. Read before u post bout me. Stop playing with the dog.”

A goat and a dog? OK! Ya’ll musta forgot! Tha Row!

“PSA!!! WHEN ARTIST (EVERYONE) DO CONCERTS, they all have something called a VIP PACKAGE. I HAVENT DONE MEET AND GREETS IN OVER 7 YEARS… I HAVE THE COOLEST FANS ON THE PLANET .. I APPRECIATE THE F### OUTTA THEM. THESE ARE MEMORIES THAT WILL LAST WITH THEM FOREVER.

“UNLIKE MOST OF THESE LAME-ASS ARTISTS THAT WON’T MAKE EYE CONTACT WITH THE PEOPLE WHO MADE IT POSSIBLE TO EVEN HAVE A CAREER. I ONLY EXIST BECAUSE THESE FANS SAW SOMETHING IN ME I NEVER THOUGHT WAS POSSIBLE.. SO IMA GO ALL OUT FOR MY FANS !!!!”

Bow Wow…out!

Diddy Dumps Adidas & Sides With Kanye West Amid Feud

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Diddy declared he’s boycotting Adidas due to Kanye West’s grievances with the company.

Kanye West continued to air out his issues with Adidas via social media over Labor Day weekend. Diddy reacted to the situation by backing ‘Ye in an Instagram post on Tuesday (September 6).

“Since the era of Run-DMC, @Adidas has always used Hip Hop to build its brand and make billions off of our culture,” Diddy wrote. “BUT WE ARE MORE THAN JUST CONSUMERS NOW, WE’RE THE OWNERS.”

Diddy continued, “@KanyeWest and YEEZY are the reason Adidas is relevant to culture. WE KNOW OUR VALUE! I’m done wearing Adidas products until they make this right!! We have to support each other!! Everybody repost this please!!”

Earlier this year, Kanye West accused Adidas of copying the design of his Yeezy slides for the company’s Adilette 22 slides. Last month, he blasted Adidas for allegedly making various moves without his approval.

A few days ago, Kanye West started sharing photos of the company’s board members. He called out Adidas’ chief creative officer Alasdhair Willis and received Diddy’s support on Tuesday. Later that day, ‘Ye asked his fans to back off Alasdhair Willis.

“TO ALL THE YE FANS PLEASE TAKE DOWN ANY MEME OF ALASDHAIR,” ‘Ye wrote. “I BELIEVE THIS IS A GOOD GUY AND HE WILL ACTUALLY CALL ME AND ACTUALLY HELP.”

Kanye West also expressed appreciation for Diddy’s boycott.

“This the energy this the love,” he wrote on Instagram.

View Diddy’s post below.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CiLYkmGPPOc/

Tiffany Haddish & Aries Spears Should Be Thrown In Jail, Says Jane Doe Accuser

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

An unnamed woman called for the arrests of Tiffany Haddish and Aries Spears after suing them for alleged child sexual abuse.

According to multiple reports, the Jane Doe behind the lawsuit asked the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office to “immediately arrest and prosecute” the comedians. The woman and her brother are willing to speak to authorities about their allegations against Tiffany Haddish and Aries Spears.

“This matter’s breadth and complexity require your jurisdictional powers and resources to tackle and end the stream depravity committed by Haddish and Spears,” Jane Doe wrote in a letter to the District Attorney’s Office. “My brother and I are prepared to speak with investigators and prosecutors from your office and provide you with irrefutable evidence that substantiates our allegations.”

Last week, the 22-year-old woman filed a lawsuit against Tiffany Haddish and Aries Spears. She accused them of recruiting a then 14-year-old Jane Doe and her then 7-year-old brother to film sexually suggestive videos.

The accuser said she had to mimic performing oral sex in a skit for Tiffany Haddish. Jane Doe’s lawsuit accused Aries Spears of molesting her brother while filming a sketch called “Through a Pedophile’s Eyes.”

Tiffany Haddish’s lawyer claimed Jane Doe’s mother tried to “assert these bogus claims against Ms. Haddish for several years.” Aries Spears’ lawyer said he “isn’t going to fall for any shakedown.”

Both comedians faced backlash over the accusations. Tiffany Haddish addressed the allegations in a statement on Monday (September 5).

“I know people have a bunch of questions,” she wrote via social media. “I get it. I’m right there with you. Unfortunately, because there is an ongoing legal case, there’s very little that I can say right now. But clearly, while this sketch was intended to be comedic, it wasn’t funny at all — and I deeply regret having agreed to act in it. I really look forward to being able to share a lot more about this situation as soon as I can.”

https://www.instagram.com/p/CiIKTS2Pdcx/

Lil Yachty Enters Frozen Pizza Market With Line Sold Exclusively At Walmart

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Lil Yachty launched his own line of frozen pizza.

The 25-year-old rapper’s brand is called Yachty’s Pizzeria. Lil Yachty’s frozen pizza is available exclusively at Walmart.

“I’ve loved making and eating pizza my whole life, so this is a project I’m really excited about and have been for a long time,” Lil Yachty said in a press release. “We made some wild flavors but there’s still something for everybody. I take my pizza seriously so I’m looking forward to seeing what people think,”

Lil Yachty created Yachty’s Pizzeria with the help of Universal Music Group for Brands. Richelieu Foods manufactures the frozen pizza line.

“Yachty’s Pizzeria is an exciting example of a strategic brand extension that both represents the artist’s interest, passion and personality as well as a way to help him expand his business portfolio,” UMG’s EVP of Global Brands Richard Yaffa said. “It’s a thrill to be able to continue to find new ways for our artists to connect with their fans around the world and support these campaigns with best-in-class marketing and creative support.”

Lil Yachty’s frozen pizza line includes Buffalo Style Chicken, Hot Honey Cheese, Pepperoni and Bacon, and Veggie Supreme. All of the pizzas are priced at $6.98.

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Damon Dash Family Battle With COVID Causes Courtroom WAR

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Dame Dash clashed with attorney Christopher Brown as the Hip Hop mogul awaits trial for a sexual assault lawsuit.

According to court documents obtained by AllHipHop, Dame Dash asked a judge to delay the proceedings. His fiancée and co-defendant Raquel Horn tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday (September 4).

The trial was scheduled to begin on Wednesday (September 7).

“Raquel Horn has tested positive for COVID-19 and is experiencing a full range of symptoms,” Dame Dash’s attorney Michael S. Traylor said. “Raquel Horn and Damon Dash are now quarantined in Chicago due to the forgoing.”

Traylor continued, “As a result, [Dame Dash and Horn] are unable to proceed with the defense of the matter on September 7, 2022 and are requesting a trial continuance in order to allow the defendants to recover. Defendants respectfully request that the Court set a Trial Setting / Scheduling Conference in approximately 30-45 days to determine potential trial dates.”

But Brown, a nemesis to Dame Dash in recent years, was skeptical. The attorney cited Dame Dash’s Instagram posts, which displayed his activity when he was supposedly quarantining.

“Frankly I don’t believe them,” Brown said. “We addressed a COVID situation in the past. I will not agree to a continuance for several reasons. First, Mr. Dash does not have covid and can come to Court. Second, I don’t believe Ms. Horn and it is clear that your clients have been traveling the country without any COVID precautions for the last week.”

He added, “I wondered if they intended to appear in Court. At this point, I believe I have my answer. They never intended to be here.”

Brown brought up the couple’s plans to attend an upcoming film festival In New Jersey. He also accused Dame Dash of perjury.

“Dash was not quarantining on September 5, 2022,” Brown said. “He was socializing and signing a perjurious declaration to avoid trial in Los Angeles. If Horn truly had Covid-19 on September 4, 2022, Dash’s attendance at and hosting of an event on September 5, 2022, maskless, is a heartless act designed to spread Covid-19 and harm others.”

Brown is the lawyer for photographer Monique Bunn, who is suing Dame Dash for allegedly groping her in 2019. Brown has represented multiple clients who’ve brought legal action against Dame Dash, who once called the attorney a “culture vulture” in a contentious deposition.

View footage from the deposition below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBcmTUYn0EQ

Dinner With Bow Wow Or Food Stamps: Twitter Explodes With An Overwhelming Vote!

By: Kershaw St. JawnsonCategory: Rumors

Rapper Bow Wow used to be one of the most popular artists of his generation. But over the last few years, his stock has dropped tremendously.

Evidence of how low his stock has dropped comes in via Black Twitter. Usually, when an entertainer is trendy, that’s a good thing. This time … well … not so much.

The question was asked, would you rather have dinner with the So So Def rapper or a $2900 in food stamps, and overwhelmingly people chose the stamps (or EBT card).

Jean St. Patrick aka the Fat Haitian posed the question on Sunday, Sept. 4, around 11:08 in the evening.

Check out the responses to the offer.

“Dinner with who?? I will take a $100 food stamps over a dinner with bow wow.”

“I just seen a post saying $2900 in food stamps or dinner with Bow Wow!! Babyyyyyy the deep freezer gone be packed you hear me?”

“I’ll smoke bow wow a## for $2900 in food stamps wtf.”

This controversy is lining up simultaneously with his recent VIP Experience offer for $1000 to kick it with him during the Millennium Tour.  This proved to be just as disrespectful as the stamps question.

The Bow Wow VIP Experience

“$1k to meet bow wow or $2.9k in food stamps. Baby run me then stamps I can see him on YouTube!”

“So now Bow Wow is also doing meet & greets, pics w/fans and a VIP experience with him. My whole thing is Bow Wow am I getting some of this GOOD P##SY that I keep hearing about for this $1,000? Because if I am…..”

https://twitter.com/QshonBuckingham/status/1567112928788111363?s=20&t=gu7fbMNMJPg-B8Og9zAh6w

“U couldn’t pay me to go to a bow wow vip tour straight up.”

Would you pay money to kick it with Bow Wow or are you getting them stamps?

Kodak Black Was “Banned” From New York, But Pulled Up Anyway

By: IllseedCategory: Rumors

Kodak Black aka Yak is one of the most beloved artists of the present era. I have not always known why, but that is a fact.

SHA EK said Kodak can’t come to New York. This all started from a Kodak verse that did not make it to Sha Ek’s album. Sha said he never even wanted the verse, but that’s something set up by other forces. Nevertheless, he has banned Yak from New Yawk. What does Kodak do? Pull up.

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New York is a big city. In fact, each borough it big. So, its not a big deal that Kodak came to the town. What I find most interesting is that New York rappers are divided on a rapper from Florida. Now, that is new to me.

Wow. Anyway, Sha EK is the hottest, newest kid on the scene and he is making waves.

Check out the interview we conducted with him recently.

Despite Beef With Kodak Black, Rapper Sha EK Plans To Prove Drill Ain’t Over With ‘Face Of The What’

Despite Beef With Kodak Black, Rapper Sha EK Plans To Prove Drill Ain’t Over With ‘Face Of The What’

Lebron James And Drake Sued For $10 Million Over New Black Hockey Documentary

By: Kershaw St. JawnsonCategory: News

A $10 million lawsuit has been filed against NBA All-Star Lebron James, rapper Drake and entertainment mogul Future (Drizzy’s partner) over the rights of their new hockey documentary title, “Black Ice.”

According to the NY Post, the former head of the NBA Players Association, Billy Hunter, recently filed the claim in Manhattan state Supreme Court.

Listed in the filing are The Springhill Company and Uninterrupted Canada, Dreamcrew Entertainment, Stryker Indigo and First Take Entertainment, a film production company.

The lawsuit comes days before the documentary, directed by the Academy Award-nominated director Hubert Davis, is set to debut at the Toronto International Film Festival on Saturday, September 10th.

Hunter, 79, alleges he is the only one with exclusive legal rights to produce any film about the Colored Hockey League of the Maritimes, a sporting organization that existed for 35 years between 1895 to the 1930s.

The former federal prosecutor is suing the three not only for $10 million but is seeking to participate in the profits from the documentary.

The complaint says, “While the defendants LeBron James, Drake, and Maverick Carter [LeBron’s business partner] are internationally known and renowned in their respective fields of basketball and music, it does not afford them the right to steal another’s intellectual property.”

He believes James and Drake, whose real name is Aubrey Graham, cut a deal behind his back with the authors of “Black Ice: The Lost History of the Colored Hockey League of the Maritimes, 1895 to 1925,” George and Darril Fosty.

He also has listed them on the lawsuit, as Hunter reportedly paid the Fostys $265,000 for the movie rights. The Fostys believed Hunter only had the rights to a scripted project, not a documentary.

“A documentary is still a ‘motion picture’ and an ‘audiovisual adaptation’ and any claim to the contrary is absurd and made in bad faith,” Hutcher explains in the suit, suggesting James paid the Fostys six figures to breach their contract with him. 

“The Uninterrupted defendants paid those sums to induce the Authors to breach their Agreement with Plaintiff.”

Now, they will see each other in court.

Hunter said, “I don’t think they believed the property rights would be litigated. They thought I would go away. They gambled.”

Reps for James, Drake, and the Fostys and their firms have not commented.      

Vince Staples To Star In Scripted Comedy For Netflix

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

Today (September 6), Netflix announced the scripted program The Vince Staples Show will run on the streaming platform. The fictional series is loosely based on Hip Hop artist Vince Staples’s life.

The Ramona Park Broke My Heart album creator originally presented The Vince Staples Show as a digital series that featured cameos by Ray J and Buddy. Netflix’s upcoming version is set in Long Beach, California.

“It’s our mission to work with the best artists in the world,” said Tracey Pakosta, Netflix’s Head of Comedy. “Vince has already established himself as one of the most talented young musicians today and we’re really excited about how his sensibility – and sense of humor – will translate into a unique comedy series.”

Staples, Ian Edelman, Maurice Williams, Corey Smyth, Calmatic, and Kenya Barris for Khalabo Ink Society will executive produce The Vince Staples Show. Edelman and Williams serve as co-showrunners. Calmatic will direct the first two episodes.

“I am excited to partner with Netflix and Kenya Barris on The Vince Staples Show,” said the Motown Records performer. “This has been something I have been developing for some time and I am happy it’s coming to fruition.” 

Throughout his career in the entertainment industry, Vince Staples acted in films like Dope and Mutafukaz. He also made a cameo in season four of HBO’s Insecure sitcom. Additionally, Showtime cast the 29-year-old emcee in a pilot for The Wood.

Ramona Park Broke My Heart arrived on April 8, 2022. Prior to that body of work, Vince also released the studio LPs Summertime ’06 in 2015, Big Fish Theory in 2017, FM! in 2018, and his self-titled album in 2021. His catalog includes EPs and mixtapes such as 2014’s Shyne Coldchain II, 2014’s Hell Can Wait, and 2016’s Prima Donna.

Method Man Addresses Fans Upset Over Him Not Being Part Of Wu-Tang Clan Tour

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

Back in April, Nas and the Wu-Tang Clan announced the co-headlining “New York State of Mind” tour. One of the Wu’s most prominent members, Method Man, did not join his Hip Hop brethren.

Some fans wondered why Method Man was not part of the multi-city trek which kicked off on August 30 in St. Louis, Missouri. The Grammy-winning rapper addressed his absence on Instagram Live.

“I’m gonna clear this s### up once and for all. I’m gonna say this one last time,” stated Method Man. “I’m one of the nicest m############ in the world, but I am not a pushover. I have sacrificed so much over the years to satisfy the fans, and I’m pretty sure that’s vice versa and that’s why I love y’all, that’s why I don’t hesitate to go all out for y’all.”

He continued, “But to be dissatisfied or to even blame me for your experience is unfair. Very f###### unfair. My brothers are super-duper talented, with or without me. And I know a lot of people, or a few people, have paid their money to see me perform, but that bill said Wu-Tang Clan.”

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Live Nation’s official announcement for “New York State of Mind” did not mention which Wu-Tang Clan representative would be hitting the road for the shows. However, the company’s blog post did list Method Man as a member of the group. Promotional materials for the tour also featured Meth.

“These things happen and dudes do have to feed their families. Albums don’t sell the way they used to, I’m pretty sure you guys know that,” Method Man told his followers. “So in order to preserve my lifestyle and to feed my family, I had to have alternative means of doing that. And I’m glad to say at 51 years old… I have options. Not everybody can say that. Everyone cannot say that they have options.”

The Long Island-born emcee added, “I f###### love Wu-Tang, wish I could have been on that tour with them. The booking came at a bad time. I was already booked to do a movie. [The] only reason why I’m coming back saying this is because of my love for my fans. The real fans. Not the ones that’d jump in your [direct messages] and curse you the f### out and call you all kinds of b######.”

In addition to being a Platinum-certified recording artist, Method Man is also an actor. His IMDb profile contains appearances in movies such as Belly and How High as well as television programs such as The Wire and Power Book II: Ghost.

Chris Rock Blasts Will Smith’s “Hostage” Apology Video

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

The details surrounding the Oscar Slap became one of the biggest entertainment stories of 2022. Rapper/actor Will Smith choosing to smack comedian/actor Chris Rock on stage at the 94th Academy Awards ceremony made international news.

Will Smith apologized for the violent incident during the Oscar broadcast. However, he did not mention Chris Rock in that apology. The former star of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air released a taped apology on his social media pages.

The nearly six-minute YouTube video – titled “It’s been a minute…” – includes Will Smith apologizing to Chris Rock. Smith also stated Rock apparently was not ready to speak with him directly about the situation.

According to Deadline, Chris Rock did have something to say about the Oscar Slap during his stand-up show at London’s O2 Arena this weekend. The routine reportedly included Rock saying, “F### your hostage video.”

The entire ordeal stems from Chris Rock joking about Will Smith’s wife while performing a comedic bit at the Academy Awards. Smith became upset about Rock making fun of Jada Pinkett Smith’s shaved head. The Girls Trip actress lost her hair due to alopecia.

“Jada, I love you. G.I. Jane 2, can’t wait to see it,” said Rock, referring to a hypothetical sequel to the 1997 movie G.I. Jane which featured a bald Demi Moore in the lead role.

Will Smith then walked on stage, slapped Chris Rock, and returned to his seat in the front row. The Grammy winner also yelled, “Keep my wife’s name out your f###### mouth!” Later that same night, Smith won the Oscar for Best Actor for his work as Richard Williams in King Richard.

Kanye West: Adidas Don’t Want No Smoke

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

Kanye West’s internet battle against one of his business partners is not quite done. Over the last week, the billionaire also known as Ye has taken aim at the Adidas corporation for supposedly stealing his intellectual property.

In his latest round of targeted attacks over non-Yeezy Adidas sneakers having some similarities to Yeezy-branded shoes, Kanye West appeared to enjoy a victory lap. The Donda album creator posted an all-caps response to the company that is part of the Adidas Yeezy collaboration.

“I COULD HEAR THE JOY IN MY TEAMS VOICES TODAY,” posted West on Instagram. “ADIDAS DON’T WANT NO MORE SMOKE. THE MOVIE [CREDITS] ARE ROLLING.”

He continued, “THIS WAR WASN’T ABOUT MONEY. IT WAS ABOUT CONTROL OF OUR FAMILIES, OF OUR BUSINESSES, OF OUR STORY, OF OUR VOICE. I GAVE THEM THE OPPORTUNITY TO SETTLE THIS QUIETLY. NOW IT’S TIME FOR GAP.”

Ye Has Issues With Gap Too

Kanye West also has a business partnership with Gap, Inc. That alliance with the multinational clothing retailer also seems strained at the moment.

Ye returned to Instagram to share another post. Apparently, the 45-year-old entertainer/entrepreneur received advice from his lawyers on how to move forward regarding his issues with Gap.

The second Instagram post read, “Dear Ye, Your legal team recommends that we refrain from posting anything on Gap for another 10 days.” For the IG caption, West just wrote, “10 days.”

At one point, the multiyear West/Gap deal was reportedly valued at nearly $1 billion. The Yeezy Gap Engineered by Balenciaga collection arrived in stores this summer.

Swizz Beatz Backs Up Kanye West

Fellow Hip Hop producer Swizz Beatz recently came to Kanye West’s defense. The Verzuz co-founder even called for a boycott of Adidas in support of Ye.

“I usually mind my business but this is DEAD WRONG! If we let them do this to @kanyewest it will happen to us also! This man created this groundbreaking innovation and it should be respected as a creative!” wrote Swizz Beatz.

The Ruff Ryders affiliate added, “YE is only asking for his work to be respected and not stolen that’s not crazy to me!! [We’re] not buying these!!!!!!!!!!!! @adidas you’re supposed to be original, do the correct thing please!!!”

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A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Announces Release Date For ‘Me Vs Myself’ Album

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

The Hip Hop artist born Artist Julius Dubose will let loose his next body of work later this year. Better known as A Boogie wit da Hoodie, the Bronx native informed his followers of the forthcoming project.

“My album ‘Me vs Myself’ drops 11/4/22,” A Boogie wit da Hoodie tweeted. The Twitter post included what appeared to be the official cover art for the Me vs Myself studio LP.

A Boogie has not released a solo album since 2020’s Artist 2.0. That collection debuted at #2 on the Billboard 200 chart by earning 111,000 first-week units.

Additionally, A Boogie wit da Hoodie dropped The Bigger Artist in 2017 and Hoodie SZN in 2018. Hoodie SZN became the rap star’s first #1 album on the Billboard 200 chart.

At first, Hoodie SZN opened at #2 with 90,000 units. The album later rose to the Billboard 200’s top spot and remained at #1 for three weeks. It spent 126 weeks on the chart.

The RIAA certified Hoodie SZN as 2x-Platinum. Plus, A Boogie wit da Hoodie scored Platinum Awards for The Bigger Artist and Artist 2.0. His 2016 mixtape, Artist, also crossed the 1 million units sold milestone.

“Look Back at It” is A Boogie’s biggest hit to date. The Michael Jackson-inspired single made it into the Hot 100 chart’s Top 40 region, peaking at #27. The track is certified 4x-Platinum by the RIAA.

Back in 2020, A Boogie wit da Hoodie declared himself New York City’s rap leader with his “King Of My City” single. The Boi-1da-produced song lives on the Artist 2.0 album.

Swizz Beats Defends Kanye West; Calls For Adidas Boycott  

By: London JennnCategory: News

Swizz Beatz has condemned Adidas claiming the brand is “dead wrong,” and called for a boycott in support of Kanye West. 

The legendary producer called out the sportswear brand after Ye highlighted the similarities in some of his designs with non-Yeezy Adidas footwear. Swizz Beatz says supporters must do somethin about the “stolen” designs. He says if it can happen to Kanye West, it can happen to anybody. 

Swizz took to Instagram to show solidarity with the Yeezy founder, writing:  

“I usually mind my business but this is DEAD WRONG! If we let them do this to @kanyewest it will happen to us also!” 

Kanye West has used his Instagram platform to call out his partners at Adidas, claiming they are attempting to sideline him. Among the many posts he shared this week, blasting the brand and its staff was one shaming the company for their alleged attempt to buy him out of his contract. 

“The fact adi felt they could color my shoes and name them without my approval is really wild,” Kanye West wrote on Sunday (Sept. 5). “But I promise everyone adidas is not as wild as me. I really really care about building something that changes the world and something I can leave to my kids. 

Ye continued, claiming Adidas “tried to buy me out for 1 billion dollars.” However, Kanye stated, “My royalties next year are 500 million dollars alone.” 

He then fired a shot at Adidas VP Daniel Cherry, who he says makes $2 million a year, while “Yeezy’s are 68 percent of adidas on line sales.” 

“You guys thought cause DCP Daniel Cherry Pop went to Warden that he could politely give me a billion dollars to hand everything I built over.” 

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Swizz Beatz Defends Kanye West

Meanwhile, Swizz Beatz claimed Kanye West should be respected as an innovator and called for a boycott.  

“This man created this groundbreaking innovation and it should be respected as a creative ! YE is only asking for his work to be respected and not stolen that’s not crazy to me !! We not buying these !!!!!!!!!!!!” 

He also tagged the company and called on Adidas to come correct. “@adidas you’re supposed to be original do the correct thing please !!!” Swizz Beatz concluded. 

Check out his post below.  

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