Nick Cannon has assured fans that Jamie Foxx is “doing so much better” since he was hospitalized due to a medical complication.
While speaking to Entertainment Tonight for a new interview, “The Masked Singer” host was asked how his friend was doing following his hospitalization earlier this month.
“Man, I’m praying,” Nick told the outlet. “You see, I posted on Instagram. I literally have been saying prayers out loud.”
The television host called his social media activity “words of affirmation for my big brother,” adding, “I know he’s doing so much better because I’m actually about to do something special for him and doing him a favor.”
While Nick couldn’t “really say” what favor he was referring to, he teased, “It’ll be out there soon.”
He added, “I was reluctant to go all the way there, and even talk about it, but he gave me the blessing, so it’s a beautiful thing. He’s awake. They say he’s alert, so we love it.”
On April 12th, Foxx’s daughter Corinne announced on Instagram that her father had suffered an undisclosed “medical complication.” She assured fans that he was “already on his way to recovery” thanks to “quick action and great care.”
Days later, Nick posted a photo of him and Foxx on Instagram and asked for his followers to pray for the Oscar-winning star, writing, “Let’s all speak complete and total recovery for the most talented human on earth with a Spirit bigger than this small planet!!”
What is Star Power? As an acronym STAR stands for (S)omebody (T)hey’ll (A)lways (R)emember, and POWER equals (P)erformance (O)ptomized (W)ith (E)nhanced (R)ewards. The artist development team helps to create STAR POWER. Implementing an “artist development” program makes the difference between an artist having longevity in the music business or just being a “one-hit wonder.”
The legendary Berry Gordy put heavy emphasis on artist development at his Motown record label. Berry Gordy developed legends. He trained the Motown artists to have a regal aura. The acts on Motown were groomed to have star power. Detroit is a pioneering musical city. Out of the despair of the pandemic emerges a new Detroit record label that echoes the spirit and essence of Motown. Kybba music is a production-focused music company that keeps its ear to the streets.
Kyyba Music’s mission is to focus on the impact and not just the reward. Their goal is to impact the culture. The objective is to make their audience feel an emotional connection to their artists and their brand like how sports fans have an emotional attachment to their favorite sports franchise. And the Kyyba Music team is accomplishing this via hard work, determination, humility, and grace. The firm recently released the “Demon Time” album, which was a collaboration between Kyyba Music’s flagship producer The ATG and Rap star Lil Reese. The label also released the Hip Hop compilation “Detroit Cinematic,” which was completely produced by The ATG and included such renowned Detroit rappers as Earlly Mac.
Kyyba Music has an in-house artist development, promotion, production, and video team. “We take an artist’s passion, drive, and talent to the next level by amplifying it with the Kyyba music method, which is rooted in a roll up your sleeves, blue-collar work ethic,” states Kyyba music producer The ATG. The latest Kyyba Music signee is female rapper TeeCee RouLette. “I was drawn to the pureness of her voice, as well as her cadence, and delivery,” raves The ATG. Tee Cee’s laid-back vibe and smooth flow can be heard on the new single “work.”
She delivers confident bars and a bouncy flow on the track. According to TeeCee “I want my fans to be part of my experience. I want them to ride along on my journey. They’re my brand ambassadors.” From the Motor City, to Manhattan, to Mumbai; people are doing the “WORK” dance. There’s no doubt that the single has gone viral. Hundreds of TikTok creators and influencers have created videos to the “WORK” single, which has resulted in 10 million cumulative views on TikTok in America alone. Also, to date the single has 5 million views on Instagram and 50 million views in India on such platforms as Josh, MOJ, and Chingari.
Kyyba Music released the TikTok exclusive of “Work” on January 20th to much fanfare. A myriad of fans are already making TikTok videos to the song, resulting in millions of views. Connect with Kyyba Music at KyybaMusic.com.
TeeCee Roulette Work (Official Video) | The ATG | Kyyba Music
Tucker Carlson, a popular Fox News host, is parting ways with the conservative network after over two decades of service. His last show was April 21. He did not get to say “goodbye.”
Carlson’s departure comes at a time of significant upheaval within Fox News. The network has faced criticism from a multitude of places for its role in promoting false claims about the 2020 election, known largely as “The Big Lie” or “Trump’s Big Lie.” Furthermore, Fox News recently settled a defamation lawsuit for $787.5 million.
This news came as a shock for many viewers, as the conservative commentator was a staple of the network’s primetime lineup. “Tucker Carlson Tonight” raked in an average audience of 4.33 million viewers, the most of any cable news program in history.
Carlson has been one of the most influential and controversial figures in conservative media. “Tucker Carlson Tonight” spoke to their constituency on a range of issues, from immigration to race relations to COVID-19. He challenged liberal media narratives unapologetically and, oftentimes inaccurately.
Carlson’s departure raises questions about his future plans. Early speculation suggests he may be considering a run for political office, but he has yet to comment about his departure from Fox News. Clearly, there are going to be a plethora of new opportunities in media.
“We thank him for his service to the network as a host and prior to that as a contributor,” Fox News said in a statement.
In a world of fast-paced music production and quick turnarounds, it’s rare to find artists who take their time to craft something not only memorable but also spectacular. That’s exactly what 2c’s and Calvin Ross have done with their latest single “4 Me,” from their upcoming EP “E2.” The song is a catchy, energetic track that blends 2c’s hip-hop style with Calvin Ross’s classic rnb vocals.
2c’s and Calvin Ross’ new lyric video gives fans a chance to really appreciate the entire message behind the summertime banger “4 Me”. The song’s upbeat tempo and captivating hook are sure to get listeners grooving to the beat and ready to hear more.
What really sets “4 Me” apart is the original sound Calvin Ross and 2C’s have created with their Hip-Hop/Rnb collaboration. It’s apparent they took their time to craft a song that is both musically rich and easily remembered. “4 Me” is sure to have your head bobbing from the beginning to the final chorus. This record is the epitome of what happens when two talented artists come together to create something truly special.
In conclusion, 2c’s and Calvin Ross’s new lyric video for “4 Me” is a reminder of the duo’s lyrical ability and musical chemistry. The upbeat tempo and energetic vibe of the song combined with the stunning visuals make this a must-watch for music lovers everywhere. We can’t wait to see what these talented artists have in store for us in the future and look forward to listening to the remainder of their upcoming project “E2”. Stay tuned to their social media listed below to be notified of any releases and live shows coming soon!
Grammy Award-winning rapper Drake has announced he is adding 12 more dates to his “It’s All A Blur” Tour with his pal, 21 Savage.
“‘It’s All A Blur’ marks Drake’s return to touring since headlining Aubrey & the Three Migos Tour in 2018,” the “God’s Plan” rapper’s publicist shares. “The title, a celebration of the last decade, sums up Drake’s sentiment of the unprecedented run as he gets ready to hit the road.”
It’s All A Blur Tour Art
Adding, “In the last five years, Drake has released four albums, including his most recent studio album Her Loss in collaboration with 21 Savage, which reached number one on the Billboard’s 200 charts and had all 16 songs debuted on Billboard’s Hot 100 list.”
According to a press release, the tour, which is presented by Cash App, Visa, and Sprit and produced by Live Nation, will now be stopping in Columbus, Memphis, Denver, Austin, and Charlotte. Additional dates have also been added to the Glendale, Nashville, Inglewood, and Brooklyn shows.
Other changes to the tour schedule switch the dates to the New Orleans, Nashville, Houston, Dallas, Miami, and Atlanta shows originally slated between June 16, 2023 and July 2, 2023, but will be now rescheduled to take place between September 14, 2023 and October 2, 2023.
Not all fans like this.
One asked, “Did Drake just change the tour date for tickets I already bought.”
Few artists seem to have an enduring longevity of continued success but for Akon he’s an important staple in pop culture and Hip Hop. Having worked with some of the biggest superstars of the 21st century, T-pain, Lady Gaga, and the iconic Micheal Jackson to name a few.
What stands him out is his ability to not get stuck in an era but to continually evolve with the times and his most recent album (released exclusively on the streaming giant TikTok) is a testament to that.
Spring seems to have brought around a slew of new releases and one of the most exciting of those is the debut for the music video of his track Prolly Cut.
Very much with the feeling of a tropical party and showcasing his Enjoy That lifestyle, Prolly Cut is directed by the acclaimed Gabriella Kingsley who is perhaps most well known for her work on the FireBoy DML video for the song “Peru” featuring none other than Ed Sheeran as well as several Uk Grime Artist.
Akon certainly has been busy, having been on tour recently with Konvict Kultures’ First Lady Amirror. The track itself features Amirror, an incredibly talented rapper and the first female rapper to ever be signed to Akon’s Konvict Kulture. Amirror typified the times that the music industry lives in, an artist that has had huge social media success and I can only imagine, that with these cameos, sky is very much the limit with an artist of Amirror’s calibre.
Akon and Konvict Kulture’s media rep, Regina Daniels quoted “Prolly Cut is a dance-infused love note which is as much an ode to past as it is a message to the moment. It is a release of the emotions and a celebration of the diaspora.”
The track is a breath of fresh air, retaining the idiosyncrasies that make Akon unique whilst simultaneously feeling of the moment. It seems that in a year where the music industry stands still, Akon moves forward.
The 2023 Tribeca Festival takes place June 7-18 in New York City. This year’s TV & NOW lineup includes projects involving Hip Hop legends Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter and Joseph “Fat Joe” Cartagena.
A&E’s Exposing Parchman investigative documentary will have its world premiere at the Tribeca Festival. Jay-Z’s Roc Nation/Team Roc played a vital role in the legal battles to protect inmates from the inhumane conditions inside the Parchman Farm prison in Mississippi.
De La Calle will also premiere during the Tribeca Festival. Paramount+ presents the docuseries covering the evolution of Urbano music and cultures. Fat Joe, Juelz Santana, and other recording artists appear in the Nick Barili-hosted project.
In addition, 2023 Tribeca festivalgoers will have the chance to see BET+’s Diarra From Detroit produced by Kenya Barris, HBO’s The Golden Boy doc about Oscar De La Hoya, Apple TV+’s Swagger inspired by Kevin Durant, and other shows/films.
“There’s genuinely something for everyone in our Tribeca Festival TV selection. From romance in the 18th Century to a hilarious mystery in modern day Detroit; from a sports legend in the ring to Hip Hop heroes in the Bronx; from zombies in post-apocalyptic Manhattan to cannibalism in Washington Heights,” says Liza Domnitz, Tribeca Senior Programmer.
Domnitz continues, “Similarly, a fantastic variety of projects commemorate the 10th anniversary of indie episodic at Tribeca, offering attendees the chance to see the next generation of provocative and unique stories.”
In its tenth year, the Tribeca Festival’s NOW program uncovers independent episodic work. The 2023 NOW showcase highlights eight selections, including the Hey, Joe cooking show featuring Philadelphia-based pizza chef Joe Beddia.
Have rapper Nelly and singer Ashanti rekindled their relationship? Recent images of the “Body On Me” collaborators have people on the internet talking, including former child star Shad “Bow Wow” Moss.
Over the weekend, The Shade Room uploaded a video of Nelly and Ashanti attending the Gervonta Davis vs Ryan Garcia boxing match together in Nevada. That post amassed more than 10,000 Instagram comments.
Bow Wow was one of the commenters to share his thoughts on Nelly and Ashanti possibly connecting again. According to the recording artist/reality show star, Nelly needs to put a ring on Ashanti’s finger.
“Yo, Mo! I know [we’re] not seeing eye to eye either really but from lil bro to big bro, STOP PLAYING AND MARRY THIS WOMAN, BRO,” wrote Bow Wow in The Shade Room‘s comment section. He also added, “[You’re] like 50 😂. Sit your old ass down 😂😂😂😂😂 This [is] your queen.”
Nelly turns 49 years old in November. The St. Lunatics leader and Ashanti reportedly met at a press conference for the 2003 Grammy Awards. After apparently dating for nearly a decade, the couple parted ways around 2013/2014.
Ashanti addressed speculation of her getting back with Nelly during an appearance on Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live in December 2022. Rumors circulated after fans saw the two entertainers perform a sensual rendition of “Body On Me” in Oakland.
“I saw a lot of comments. My reaction was… wow. It was a lot of comments and a lot of people wanting that,” said Ashanti on the Watch What Happens Live talk show. The 42-year-old Grammy winner added, “What I will say is we’re in a better place.”
R&B musician Usher Raymond is experiencing a career rejuvenation at the moment. The 8-time Grammy winner recently became a must-see performer in Las Vegas with his respective residencies at Caesars Palace and Park MGM.
Additionally, Usher went viral last year following his well-received Tiny Desk Concert for NPR Music. The “Confessions Part II” portion of that performance spawned the “Watch This” meme which took over the internet for weeks.
Earlier this month, Usher again ignited a lot of conversation on social media following his headlining set at the 2023 Dreamville Festival. There has also been significant discussion online about the music industry legend possibly taking on the responsibility to lead a future Super Bowl Halftime Show.
Access Hollywood‘s Scott Evans interviewed Usher at his Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace pop-up event in Los Angeles. Evans asked the Dallas-born singer if he has any interest in performing during the Super Bowl’s highly-publicized midgame music showcase.
“I’d be a fool to say no,” answered Usher. “If things line up the way that we would all hope, one day that moment would happen. I’ve had the opportunity to grace the stage before in support of ‘OMG’ with Will.i.am.”
The Hard II Love album creator continued, “But that was one moment. I think I have a catalog that obviously speaks for itself… It has always been kind of a bucket list [item]. How do I make it happen? I’m not certain about that.”
Will.i.am and the rest of the Black Eyed Peas headlined the Super Bowl XLV Halftime Show in 2011. The Hip-Pop group shared the stage with Usher, Guns N’ Roses lead guitarist Slash, and the Prairie View A&M University marching band.
In addition to the 2010 single “OMG” with Will.i.am, Usher has scored nine total No. 1 entries on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. 2004’s “Yeah!” featuring Lil Jon and Ludacris, off the RIAA Diamond-certified Confessions album, spent twelve weeks in the top spot.
Usher’s Confessions also hosts the chart-topping “Burn,” “Confessions Part II,” and “My Boo” with Alicia Keys. The 1997 studio LP My Way earned 7x-Platinum certification. 2001’s 8701 is currently certified 4x-Platinum.
Reality show couple Blueface and Chrisean Rock continue to make headlines across the internet. Blueface’s recent appearance on Kick Game’s YouTube channel included the California rapper talking about his association with his on-again, off-again girlfriend.
Shopping for Sneakers host Craig Mitch asked Blueface to explain his relationship with Chrisean Rock. The “Thotiana” performer responded, “It’s like the best, worst, saddest, happiest, ugliest, beautifullest, thing I’ve ever done. All in one.”
Blueface also said, “The only thing I don’t like is the misconception of her role and my role in the relationship because it’s like she’s younger, more impulsive, and more victimized-playing and I’m just stuck with the dick… I get blamed for all the f### s###. It’s not that way.”
Chrisean Rock and Blueface starred in the Zeus Network’s Crazy In Love reality television series. In addition, the two social media personalities receive a lot of attention online for their constant toxic interactions, including clips showing them engaging in violence toward each other.
Later in the Kick Game interview, Craig Mitch questioned Blueface about Chrisean Rock possibly being his soulmate. The Find the Beat album creator replied, “Hell no. No, she’s a f###### cellmate. That’s what she is. We’re locked the f### up.”
Blueface also garnered press over the weekend for his participation in Kingpyn Boxing’s High Stakes event in London. The man born Jonathan Porter knocked out TikToker Ed Matthews in the fourth round. Chrisean Rock attended the match.
“S### Me Out” has become one of the biggest hits of NLE Choppa’s career. The explicit single peaked at No. 28 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and No. 4 on the Billboard Hot Rap Songs chart.
NLE Choppa released his second studio album, Cottonwood 2, on April 14. The original “S### Me Out” lives on the standard edition of the LP. “S### Me Out Remix” with Sexyy Red is one of the bonus tracks on the deluxe.
Additionally, Cottonwood 2 features 2Rare, Lil Wayne, Lola Brooke, Fivio Foreign, Kevin Gates, Duke Deuce, Polo G, G Herbo, Queen Naija, and Rick Ross. Production was provided by London Jae, SkipOnDaBeat, Ben Billions, D.A. Got That Dope, CashMoneyAP, and others.
Cottonwood 2 joined an NLE Choppa discography that already contains his 2020 debut album Top Shotta. The Warner recording artist also put out EPs like 2019’s Cottonwood as well as mixtapes like 2022’s Me vs. Me.
In a new jailhouse call, Suge Knight has questioned Snoop Dogg’s ownership of the label he co-founded, claiming he lost the company over a fraudulent transaction.
The Doggfather acquired the pioneering rap label from the Blackstone-owned MNRK Music Group in February last year. Nonetheless, according to Suge Knight, there is no Death Row Records without him, and he accused his ex-business partner Michael “Harry-O” Harris of shady dealings.
“I don’t know if he do,” Suge Knight replied when TMZ asked his opinion of Snoop Dogg owning Death Row Records. “I doubt that.”
The former music mogul, currently serving 28 years for voluntary manslaughter, stated, “I am Death Row. Suge Knight is Death Row,” before insisting iconic works like Tupac’s All Eyez On Me will forever be attributed to his time as CEO.
However, he went on to imply Snoop Dogg and Harry-O committed bankruptcy fraud to take the company from him. “I didn’t lose my company by doing anything wrong,” Suge Knight continued. “They went in, and the lawyer didn’t show up, and they got a default judgment.
Suge Knight says his claim that he settled the judgment was disputed, but added he only found out last week that “they committed bankruptcy fraud.”
He claims his former partner filed for bankruptcy in 1995 when he “didn’t have a right to do it,” and so should have been barred from settling the Death Row Records case. Check out the clip at the end of the page.
However, although Suge Knight seemingly implied Snoop Dogg was involved in the alleged shady dealings with Harry-O, the West Coast icon only acquired Death Row Records in 2022.
The former Death Row CEO says all will be revealed his upcoming biopic. Read about it here at allHipHop.com.
Lizzo staged a protest against Tennessee’s controversial drag ban, filling the Knoxville stage with drag queens during her performance Friday night.
The Grammy award-winning singer/rapper welcomed a host of drag performers to join her for her concert on the opening night of the second leg of her The Special 2our. Fans told Lizzo to abandon her Tennessee shows over the recent state legislation designed to restrict drag performances in public.
However, she decided to show solidarity instead, inviting around 20 drag queens to perform with her. Among them was RuPaul’s Drag Race alums Aquaria, Asia O’Hara, Kandy Muse, and Vanessa Vanji Matteo. Lizzo was also joined by local drag queens.
“In light of recent and tragic events and current events, I was told by people on the internet, ‘Cancel your shows in Tennessee,’ ‘Don’t go to Tennessee,’” Lizzo said, addressing the audience. “Their reason was valid, but why would I not come to the people who need to hear this message the most? … Why would I not create a safe space in Tennessee where we can celebrate drag entertainers and celebrate our differences?”
Lizzo continued, “What people in Tennessee are doing is giving hope, so thank you so much for standing up for your rights, protecting each other and holding the people accountable who should be protecting us.”
“THANK YOU TO THESE BEAUTIFUL DRAG QUEENS FOR SHOWING THEIR PRIDE IN TENNESSEE ♥️🧡💛💚💙💜🩵🤎” Lizzo captioned a clip of the performance.
The controversial bill, informally known as the Tennessee drag ban, forbids “adult cabaret entertainment” on public property and other places where minors could be present. The new law includes “topless dancers, go-go dancers, exotic dancers, strippers, male or female impersonators.”
Conway The Machine has opened up about the beef between Benny the Butcher and Freddie Gibbs, revealing he regrets not preventing the feud from starting.
The former friends and collaborators have been engaged in an online war of words that boiled over into a full-fledged altercation last May ahead of Freddie Gibbs’ performance in the Griselda rapper’s hometown of Buffalo, New York.
During a recent interview, Conway refused to discuss the specifics of the fight but instead shared his regret that the pair have not resolved their issues.
“It’s a f#####-up situation for me personally because that n#### Gibbs my n####,” he told DJ Akademiks. “I wish that s### never happened.”
The host pointed out Conway is “in the middle” and asked if he could broker a truce.
“I would love to squash that; I wish I could have. If I was there, I don’t know if that would have happened,” the “Stressed” rapper said, seemingly alluding to the altercation. “I’m talking about none of it. Not just the s### that they talking about. I’m talking about all the s### before and all that.”
Ultimately, the Drumwork Music Group founder concluded, “I just wish that s### never happened.” Check out the clip below.
Freddie Gibbs Shoot Down Potential Truce With Benny The Butcher
Freddie Gibbs reportedly had his chain snatched during the beatdown last year. He claimed about 20 people were involved but denied his jewelry was taken.
The pair continued to clash online, with Benny the Butcher showing off jewels he claimed were taken from Freddie Gibbs. The Alfredo creator fired back and slammed Benny in a series of social media posts.
While Conway wants to pair to overcome their differences, Freddie Gibbs believes it’s unlikely.
“Probably not,” Gibbs said of a potential truce during an XXL interview earlier this year. “Just because I feel like I’m not on the level of that ghetto rap beef s###. I don’t care enough to solve a beef with a rapper,” he added saying he doesn’t care enough about rappers. “I’ll let them care about that.”
Introducing The Verse: Montreal-based artist with a captivating voice and an inspiring story. Born in Montreal and raised in Georgia, The Verse has been in the music industry for nine years, and in that time, he has accomplished quite a lot. He has recently collaborated with Tory Lanez, an accomplishment that he is most proud of. He is extremely versatile and can switch up his style with ease, going from upbeat and lively to smooth and soulful.
The Verse’s music is genuine and heartfelt, and he uses his life experiences as motivation for his lyrics. Despite facing many obstacles, including being on house arrest for three years, The Verse has remained positive and dedicated to his craft. He continues to make music even when faced with canceled shows and other setbacks. The Verse’s ultimate goal is to reach an American audience and fanbase. He hopes to go on tour within the states and internationally, bringing his music to a wider audience. He is an independent artist signed to his own label, which gives him full creative control over his music.
The Verse has collaborated with several artists, including Pressa, Pe$o Pe$o and Philthy Rich. He is always looking for new opportunities to work with other musicians, and he hopes to collaborate with Lil Durk and Kodak Black in the future.
When asked about his inspiration, The Verse cites 50 Cent as his biggest influence. He admires the rapper’s business sense and his ability to stay relevant in the industry for so long.
The Verse’s daily routine involves taking care of business, going to the studio, and working on collaborations for future shows and releases. He is excited to announce that his new single “Ginobili” featuring Tory Lanez is out now. He is also set to release his new mixtape, “House Arrest Music vol 2,” in May. Overall, The Verse is an artist with a unique style and a story worth listening to. He hopes that his music will inspire others to overcome their own obstacles and pursue their passions. When you listen to The Verse, you’ll be captivated by his magical voice and the genuine message behind his music.
Latto and Coi Leray have put their differences aside after the New Jersey-raised rapper took issue with a line from the “Big Energy” hitmaker’s new song.
Coi Leray blasted Latto on Twitter after hearing Latto’s new track “Put It On Da Floor” which dropped last week (Apr. 21). “Smoking on that gas, blunt big as Coi Leray,” Latto raps on the single.
“Latto bye. 😴 Here you go [talking] about my body. Please do not come on here and talk about nobody’s BODY. Lol like seriously. Out of all things. Lmaooo ya blunt my size? Lmaooo this s### is never-ending,” tweeted Leray in one response.
Latto Shows Love To Coi Leray During Coachella performance
However, after Coi Leray admitted her Twitter rant might have been an overreaction, Latto gave her a shoutout during her Coachella set Sunday. “Ay Coi, by the way, I love your body baby,” she said after performing “Put It On Da Floor.”
Word got to Coi Leray, and she reposted a clip on Twitter, adding a hundred emoji, showing it’s all water under the bridge.
“I was bringing @YungMiami305 out too but she was stuck in traffic ☹️❤️🤞,” she explained. “I’m so annoyed and aggravated I can scream I dead ass have to reset I hate missing moments I can’t get back 😣” Yung Miami shared.
Latto promised an even better show next time in her response. “Don’t worry sis it’ll be bigger & better next time go have a fckn ball #TeamMiami 4LLLL 💗🤞,” she added.
Zendaya thanked her fans for the warm welcome after making her surprise musical comeback at Coachella Saturday.
The Euphoria star joined Labrinth during the second weekend at the 2023 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, California. Fans went wild as the duo performed for the set finale, wowing the audience with the Emmy-nominated hit “I’m Tired,” alongside “All for Us,” from the HBO drama.
Zendaya took to her Instagram Stories after her Coachella performance to reflect on her first performance in seven years.
“Thank you to my brother @labrinth for inviting me and giving me the most beautiful safe space to be on a stage again,” she wrote. “And to the crowd tonight … Wow. My heart is full, I can’t thank you enough for the love I received tonight, made my nerves melt away. I’m so grateful.”
The Emmy Award-winning actress also shared a video thanking the British artist for putting together the “last minute” Coachella surprise that resulted in a “magical night.”
“I have never heard screaming like that in my entire life,” Zendaya declared. “As soon as I turned the corner, I couldn’t hear anything. I couldn’t hear anything but you guys, so, I’m sorry. I don’t know what happened, I don’t know what I sounded like, but I just was like, ‘You know what? I’m just gonna have fun, and whatever.’”
Zendaya concluded, “It was so special, and everybody was singing along, and it was just — it was so cool. So, so, cool. Thank you all for welcoming me back on that stage with open arms. It’s been a very long time, so I appreciate it.”
Zendaya on Instagram Stories, “I just wanna say thank you again — I have never heard screaming like that in my entire life, as soon as I turned the corner, I couldn’t hear anything but you guys. — Thank you all for welcoming me back on stage with open arms.” pic.twitter.com/rbQIx8MIqX
Embattled former president Donald Trump sat down with the Full Send Podcast for a series of rapid fire questions. One of those involved “Munch” rapper Ice Spice. The host throws Trump the name and he asks, “Who the hell is Ice Spice?” The host insists he’s heard the song “Munch” and Trump asks to hear it, although they fail to provide an audio clip. So, Trump—who seemed to be growing impatient—says, “Well I like it, OK? I like it.” The answer is immediately deemed “disingenuous.”
Donald Trump was arrested on April 4. In the unsealed indictment, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg charged Trump with 34 felony counts for falsifying New York business records through a “catch and kill” scheme designed to conceal damaging information and unlawful activity before the 2016 election. Trump, appearing before Judge Juan Merchan, pleaded not guilty to each of the counts.
The crux of the case centers on $130,000 in “hush money” Michael Cohen made to adult film star Stormy Daniels. Prosecutors also outlined a $30,000 payment to a former Trump Tower doorman “who claimed to have a story about a child Trump had out of wedlock.”
They also referenced a separate $150,000 payment to former Playboy model Karen McDougal to silence her about an alleged affair prior to the 2016 election. Prosecutors said the latter two payments were facilitated by American Media Inc., which owns and operates the National Enquirer tabloid.
Despite the arrest, Trump is still planning on running in the 2024 presidential election. Maybe he can pick Ice Spice as his running mate.
Bumpy Knuckles (also known as Freddie Foxxx), drummer extraordinaire Daru Jones and bassist/singer-songwriter MonoNeon come from somewhat different musical backgrounds. Bumpy rose to notoriety through cameos on music by Boogie Down Productions, Naughty By Nature and Gang Starr. Jones tours the world with rock juggernaut Jack White. MonoNeon has played with Prince, Mac Miller, Ne-Yo and, more recently, Nas. But when they bring their individual talents to the collective table, magic happens.
Around the time COVID-19 was beginning to make its presence known, Jones and MonoNeon got together at the famous Sun Studios in Memphis, Tennessee to record several produced by Bumpy Knuckles for a collaboration project—but they hit a snag.
“Once we finished those tracks around 2 a.m., we just started jamming and creating short original beats to add in between Bumpy tracks for interludes,” Jones tells AllHipHop. “That session took place around December 2020. Fast forward, months later, Bumpy finally finished the songs and started sending us the mixes one by one. After a while, Bumpy went quiet, so I reached out to Bump and got the news that an important hard drive crashed that was not able to be recovered. So unfortunately, the project was put on hold.”
As fate would have it, some of those sessions were eventually recovered and the project resumed. As Jones explains, “2023 came around and I went through some files on my computer. I randomly found a folder with ‘The Interlude’ beats MonoNeon and I recorded and sent them to Bumpy. The next morning, Bumpy sent the entire instrumentals recorded with vocals.
“My head was cracked because it sounded like a pregame album sampler. It was surreal and inspiring, and that’s how the project was born. We were able to salvage some of the session files from the original tracks we recorded over Bumpy tracks.”
Soon, PHUNKINTRYBE (pronounced Funk N’ Tribe) was born. The project is a contribution to the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop and pays tribute to its roots in a live band setting showcasing the musical influence of funk, rock, urban, alternative, blues, soul and reggae. The trio is readying their collaborative project, Interludes, with a preview.
“I first heard of Foxxx work back in the Flavor Unit days with Queen Latifah, also one of my favorite Hip-Hop groups, Gang Starr,” Jones says. “Everything Foxxx gets on, he takes the song or project to another level. Some of my favorite verses are from projects with M.O.P. , rapper O.C, and of course Gang Starr ‘The Militia.’
“You’ll have to do ya Google’s on Bumpy’s catalog to get the valve on his contribution to the game. He’s not only a skilled and versatile MC but also an amazing beatmaker/producer. Such an honor to work with Bumpy on this body of work.”
As for MonoNeon, Jones calls him “a phenomenal bassist, experimental musician, singer and songwriter from another planet.” He continues, “He was Prince’s last bassist before he departed so that should speak for itself. We’ll be here for days and hours if I’d mentioned all the established and legendary artists MonoNeon worked with in a decade. He’s my Leo and musical galaxy brother from another mother that I’ve performed and worked with since 2016.”
Jones and MonoNeon are both members of the original lineup in Pete Rock’s band, The Soul Brothers. They completed an EP called Gospel According to Little Green Man in 2021. They also recorded and worked with Parliament-Funkadelic legend Bootsy Collins on “Bewise” and another forthcoming project. Needless to say, the boys have been busy.
Interludes will arrive via cassette on May 22 before going fully digital. Check out the tracklist below and find pre-orders here.
THE WARM UP
JUST BELIEVE
INTERLUDE: SOUND GOOD
THE POCKET
YOU BROKE MY HEART
THE CATALOGER
MELANIN MUSIC
BEEN A GOOD MINUTE
NO LOVE FOR YOU
GOODMORNINGHIPHOP
THE COUNT
THIS DEFAULT
Limited Cassette: Side A (Raw) (Tracks 1-12) Side B (Radio Edit) (Tracks 1-12)
PYTI’s Dubstep track “Focus,” which was released in 2022, showcases the artist’s ability to blend various musical genres seamlessly. Although the song incorporates some of the classic elements that Dubstep listeners have come to expect, it also brings some fresh ideas to the mix. “Focus” uses a repeated beat for the most part, which gives it a sense of stability and lets other components shine. The track starts with a soothing and calm melody, immediately followed by edgy and intense glitchy synths that add energy and a sense of progression.
Silence is one of the notable features used in “Focus.” The artist intentionally uses silence to build anticipation and tension in various parts of the song. He uses silence in the middle of the track when he uses fewer instruments, and the melody is almost silent. The tension is then relieved as the tempo quickens and glitchy synths are used in full force.
Another aspect that stands out in this track is the use of unexpected beats introduced in various parts of the song. These unpredictable beats add unpredictability to the jam and keep the listener engaged. The artist also uses various elements of house, jazz, hip-hop, trap, and other musical genres. While using all these elements makes the track interesting to listen to, it can be challenging to attract a dedicated audience due to its lack of commitment to a smaller musical genre.
Besides silence, the track employs the layering technique to produce a nuanced and balanced sound. The artist introduces each sound timely into the mix to ensure no element overpowers the other. Layering is especially evident in the synths used throughout the track. In addition, the artist uses distorted sound effects to give the composition depth and texture without overwhelming the listener.
Other than the intense glitchy sounds, PYTI incorporates hypnotic tunes, producing a calming effect to the song. In addition, the song starts off slow and ends gradually, which gives it a sense of completeness, as if the listener has come to the end of the listening journey.
Although the instruments are well-layered, some transitions are a bit startling, which detracts the song’s overall flow. Also, the distorted sound effects are somewhat overwhelming, which can make it difficult for new Dubstep listeners to differentiate between various elements of the song.
“Focus” is a typical Dubstep track that uses spatial atmosphere, synths, and various electronic instruments. The bass and other elements give the track a progressive, immersive sound that can be heard and felt. Also, distorted sounds give “Focus” and an energetic and upbeat vibe. The song’s production is also notable. The artist’s ability to blend various musical genres and elements, such as layering, silence, and unpredictable beats, keeps the listener interested from the beginning to the end.
