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Lil Mosey Talks Rebuilding His Life After Not Guilty Verdict In Rape Case [VIDEO]

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Lathan Moses Stanley Echols faced a second-degree rape charge in Lewis County, Washington. Last month, a jury found the rapper/singer, better known as Lil Mosey, not guilty of the alleged crime.

Lil Mosey sat down with Billboard for an interview following the announcement of the acquittal. The 21-year-old, Seattle-raised musician addressed his two-year-long ordeal with the criminal justice system.

“It’s been tough. It’s definitely been tough mentally. I kinda had to rebuild my whole life,” said Mosey. “It sucks to have something like that be attached to my name, knowing I didn’t do it and the whole world can see that.”

Lil Mosey maintained his innocence since the news broke in 2021. He pleaded not guilty to the rape charge stemming from the alleged January 2020 incident at a cabin in Randle. A conviction could have led to a maximum sentence of life imprisonment.

The Certified Hitmaker album creator continued, “The jury found me not guilty. It’s just tough. I’m grateful for the fans that have been here and all the support they’ve shown.” Mosey has already turned his attention back to the music.

Lil Mosey’s “Flu Game” single arrived on March 17. An official music video for the song premiered on the same date. The visuals have amassed more than 2.2 million YouTube views. “Flu Game” joins a catalog that includes the 2x-Platinum “Noticed” and the Top 10 hit “Blueberry Faygo.”

“My voice is changing so when recording I see myself hitting a bunch of different types of notes. Notes that when I was like 16, 17 – my voice would crack,” explained Mosey. “Now, I’m a man so I can hit certain notes that I wasn’t able to hit. The songs I’m creating are just, to me, next level.”

 

Hitmaka Recalls DMX Preventing Him From Losing His Virginity

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Before changing his professional name to Hitmaka, the rapper/producer born Christian J. Ward signed to DMX’s Bloodline Records in the early 2000s. The former Iceberg/Yung Berg spoke with Swaggy Sie for SiriusXM, and he told a personal story involving his ex-label boss.

“[DMX] took my first piece of p#### that I ever was gonna get in my life,” Hitmaka told Swaggy Sie. “That story is always a great one. I’ll never forget. We were at this pool hall because he loved to play pool. We [were] all there and then from the pool hall we went to a club in Toronto.”

Hitmaka explained how he met a female DMX fan at the Canadian nightclub. After taking the woman back to the Sutton Place Hotel, the situation did not go as the then-virgin had planned partially due to the fact his room was close to DMX’s penthouse space.

“I go upstairs with the girl. I swear to God, I was putting the key into the hotel room, [DMX’s] door swung open. I’m like, ‘Wassup, dog?’ He’s like, ‘Wassup, shawty? Hey, yo ma, I think you left your purse inside my room.’ I’m like, ‘Wait, we ain’t ever even been here. Like, we just met these girls. How did she leave her purse inside your room?'”

Hitmaka continued, “She left me and went. I guess the dog handled his business. I went out, and s###, I was high and dry, but it is what it is. You’re gonna lose some. If you’re gonna lose some good quality energy from a good woman, you might as well lose it to DMX. It is what it is.”

DMX (born Earl Simmons) passed away on April 9, 2021, at the age of 50. The Hip Hop legend released several albums such as 1998’s classic It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot. Hitmaka now works mostly as an A&R who produces songs for acts like T.I., Lil Durk, Yung Bleu, and Chlöe Bailey.

Angela “Blac Chyna” White Announces New Role In ‘B.A.P.S.’ Play

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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B.A.P.S. will head to the stage in Michigan next month. Apparently, director/producer Je’Caryous Johnson cast Angela “Blac Chyna” White to play the role of Nisi.

The film version of B.A.P.S. premiered in 1997 and went on to earn cult classic status. Academy Award winner Halle Berry portrayed Nisi in the buddy comedy by legendary filmmaker Robert Townsend.

“Wow, God is so good and everything that I’ve ever envisioned is finally all happening! I’m so excited to announce that I will be playing ‘Nisi’ the role that @halleberry played in 1997,” wrote Blac Chyna on Instagram.

Je’Caryous Johnson’s B.A.P.S. Live production will run for four shows in Detroit between May 12 and May 14. Blac Chyna and the rest of the cast will reportedly then head to Los Angeles from May 18-21 and Atlanta from June 8-11.

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There was recent speculation that a B.A.P.S. movie reboot was in the works. Robert Townsend even claimed Hip Hop artists Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion expressed interest in starring in the possible motion picture. Cardi later downplayed the rumor of her involvement.

Angela “Blac Chyna” White stepping into Halle Berry’s shoes for B.A.P.S. Live comes after the reality television star publicized her physical and spiritual transformation from Blac Chyna back to Angela White. She recently spoke about reversing some of her cosmetic procedures.

“This is me now. So you can see the difference, right here in the cheek area. Yeah, see when I smile, now you can see all of my teeth. I had so much filler in my lips to where as though I couldn’t even barely smile, but you see now when I smile,” said White on The Tamron Hall Show.

In addition to overseeing B.A.P.S. Live, Je’Caryous Johnson also presented the Set It Off and New Jack City stage plays. Set It Off Live originally starred Da Brat, LeToya Luckett, Kyla Pratt, and Demetria McKinney. The New Jack City Live theatrical adaptation presently features Allen Payne, Anthony “Treach” Criss, Flex Alexander, and Gary Dourdan.

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Marques Houston Addresses Backlash For Marrying Teen Wife

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In the 1990s, entertainment fans best knew Marques Houston as a member of the R&B group Immature or as a cast member on the Sister, Sister sitcom. The 41-year-old singer/actor made headlines in recent years for his relationship with Miya Dickey.

Marques Houston and Miya Dickey got married in 2020. Dickey was 19 years old at the time. Houston was 38. They first met when Dickey was just 17 years old. The “That Girl” performer spoke about the nearly 20-year age gap.

“Me and my wife’s situation is a little different, how we met through mutual friends and everything like that,” states Houston in a clip from an upcoming episode of TV One’s Uncensored series. “When I met my wife, she was 17. So, we had no real conversation, no real connection until, you know, she was of age.”

Many people online have accused Marques Houston of grooming the then-teenager. Those accusations of sexual manipulation came in conjunction with B2K member Raz-B suggesting Houston committed sexual abuse in the past.

Additionally, Marques Houston said about his marriage, “People don’t understand it, and I got a lot of backlash for marrying someone that was 19. When we did finally start to talk I was like, ‘This woman is like me.’ And when I would talk to her she’d just… For one, we had a spiritual connection and I feel like that’s the most important thing. We both love God. We both love Jehovah and that was key.”

Marques Houston previously responded to the grooming allegations in a lengthy Instagram post from 2020. The Jehovah’s Witness claimed Miya Dickey was like “a daughter” to Chris Stokes, the manager who discovered Houston and B2K. Raz-B has also claimed Stokes sexually molested him.

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Donald Glover Passed On Dissing Drake And Made Grammys History 

By: London Jennn Updated Category: News
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While Donald Glover’s 2018 Childish Gambino single “This Is America” received widespread critical acclaim on its release, its reception would have been vastly different if it remained the humorous Drake diss it was intended to be.  

“This Is America” was heralded as a statement on gun violence, race, and police brutality in America upon its release. However, according to Donald Glover the song was never meant to be that deep, and his original plan was to diss Drake.  

During his wide-ranging GQ cover story, Donald Glover revealed the idea behind the song originated in 2015. At the time, he wanted to diss Drizzy but in a comedic fashion.  

“I told [director] Hiro [Murai] the idea, and he’s like, ‘I really want to do that,’” the Swarm co-creator said. “The idea for the song started as a joke. To be completely honest, ‘This is America’ — that was all we had was that line.” 

Nonetheless, he had second thoughts after working on the song and decided to go in a different direction.  

“It started as a Drake diss, to be honest, as like a funny way of doing it. But then I was like, this s### sounds kind of hard though. So I was like, let me play with it,” he added. Check out a clip from the interview below and watch the “This Is America” video at the end of the page.  

Donald Glover Backtracked On Drake Diss But Made History

The decision proved to be a solid one. “This Is America” was one of the most well-received videos in recent history and was universally praised by music critics. The song earned Donald Glover his first Billboard Hot 100 No.1 and topped the charts worldwide.  

In addition, “This Is America” was nominated for four Grammys at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards and bagged them all. He made history winning Record of the Year and Song of the Year, the first rap song ever to win both categories.  

Roc Nation Demands Action After Soccer Player Romelu Lukaku Subjected To ”Despicable” Racial Abuse 

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Jay-Z’s Roc Nation is demanding Italy crack down on racism in soccer after Inter Milan’s Romelu Lukaku was subjected to racial abuse by fans making monkey noises during the game against Juventus F.C. on Tuesday. 

 Fans behind the goal taunted the Belgian striker by making racist monkey noises as he prepared to take a stoppage-time penalty. After scoring, Lukaku held his finger up to his mouth in front of Juventus fans. However, the ref deemed the gesture provocative and issued a second yellow before sending him off.  

After demanding an apology, Lukaku’s management agency took out a full-page ad in the Italian sports newspaper La Gazzetta dello Sport.  

“Dear Italy, Do better. Want better. Be better,” the ad reads, as reported by TMZ. 

“In professional [soccer], Black players have been subjected to hatred during professional [soccer] games. The hatred has displayed itself in the form of monkey chants, racial slurs and banana peels tossed at the best players in the world, as the world watches, as the children watch, as the players’ families watch.”  

“No one has faced any consequences for this heinous behavior. Nothing has changed. No action has been taken.” 

Roc Nation also shared a video on social media highlighting the lack of progress. As well as Tuesday’s racist abuse, the clip shows fans hurling similar racist taunts at Lukaku during a 2019 game.  

“There is no circumstance where racism is tolerated. Italy is better than this. We are all better than this,” the Roc Nation letter continued. 

“We call on the worldwide community of sports – players, team owners, artists, brands and all fans – to denounce this racist behavior and hold bigots accountable to a human standard. One which upholds decency, respect and compassion for others.” 

Roc Nation Urges Juventus To Apologize To Romelu Lukaku

President of Roc Nation Sports International, Michael Yormark, released a formal statement after Tuesday’s game.  

He called the unacceptable racist remarks “beyond despicable.” He also demanded an apology from Juventus and called on the league to condemn the fans’ actions.  

“Tonight’s racist remarks made towards Romelu Lukaku by Juventus fans in Turin were beyond despicable and cannot be accepted.  

“Romelu deserves an apology from Juventus, and I expect the League to condemn the behaviour of this group of Juventus supporters immediately,” he stated. “The Italian authorities must use this opportunity to tackle racism, rather than punish the victim of the abuse.” 

Read his statement in full below.  

Bow Wow Says Diddy Checked Him Over Viral Antics: “Stop Doing That Clown Sh*t” 

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There was a time when Bow Wow was regularly going viral for all the wrong reasons, but the rapper says that all changed thanks to a conversation with Diddy.  

During a new interview on Math Hoffa’s My Expert Opinion podcast, Bow Wow addressed his rocky transition from child star to adult actor and rapper. He credits Diddy with opening his eyes to how his actions affected his brand, claiming the Hip-Hop mogul “put everything in perspective for me.” 

He acknowledged there was a time “when it seemed cool to diss Bow Wow” and blamed the emergence of internet meme culture. Despite not seeing the humor in some of his most viral moments, Bow Wow said the memes took on a life of their own, but he did little to reverse the public perception. “That’s when it was like okay a lot of this s### is self-inflicted,” he admitted. 

However, Bow Wow vowed to make changes after a conversation at Diddy’s house stopped him in his tracks.  

According to Bow Wow, he was hanging out with the likes of Snoop Dogg and Nelly at one of Diddy’s pajama parties when the Bad Boy Records boss pulled him aside.  

“That n#### told me straight up: ‘Don’t be doing no clown s###. What’s wrong with you?’” Bow Wow recalled Diddy telling him. “N#### you know we don’t associate with no clown s###. You Bow n####, you better understand your brand and get out here and go to work.” 

Diddy then told him, “You doing it to yourself,” and advised Bow Wow to “Be quiet, lay low, go to work and see what gon’ happen.” 

Bow Wow Accepted Diddy’s Advice

Despite Diddy’s tough love, Bow Wow credits the NYC icon with helping him to turn things around. 

“That conversation is what put everything in perspective for me,” he reflected. “Once I had that conversation, I’m like “Damn. I can’t be doing that dumb ass s### cause I’m around the top dogs.’”  

If that wasn’t enough, elsewhere during the interview, Bow Wow claims JD showed him a text from Jay-Z that also changed how he perceived himself. Check out the interview below.  

6ix9ine Denies Staging Gym Attack For Clout: “I Don’t Need To Get Beat Up To Sell A Record.” 

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Tekashi 6ix9ine has opened up about his attack last month in a South Florida gym in his first interview since the brutal beating and denies claims that he staged the attack for clout. 

Despite suffering extensive injuries during the assault, including fractured ribs and a hemorrhage in his eye, some believe the controversial rapper staged the attack in an effort to boost his music career. Last week, 6ix9ine was in Cuba filming a music video for his new song with Cuban artist, Lenier.  

According to 6ix9ine, Lenier wrote the song about a mutual friend over a year ago. He claimed they recorded it months ago, well before he was jumped in the gym. After a “long hiatus from music,” the rapper decided to drop the single a couple of weeks ago.  

“I don’t need to get beat up to sell a record,” he said during an interview with NBC6’s Sheli Muñiz.  

6ix9ine also revealed that he spent four days in the hospital after the assault and is still recovering. He claims the video for the single includes footage of him in the hospital to show fans that despite hardship, “good times will come.” 

6ix9ine: “There’s No Rules” In The Street

Last week authorities confirmed they arrested three men on suspicion of assaulting and robbing the New York native. 

6ix9ine believes the assault was “cowardly” and ‘opportunistic” while admitting footage of the incident is hard for him to watch.  

“When I look at it, I just see hate,” he said. “Everyone is entitled to an opinion, but does that give me the right to attack you? To ambush you?” 

He also described the attack as “calculated,” claiming the assailants arrived ten minutes after him and waited for him to exit the sauna.  

“I’m not mad because I know that in the street, there’s no rules,” he added. “I’m lost for words because you can’t blame them. They saw an opportunity and they took it.” 

Diddy Confirms $5k Daily Payment To Sting For Using Sample Without Permission  

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Diddy has confirmed that he is paying a hefty price for sampling The Police on “I’ll Be Missing You,” his 1997 tribute to his late friend Christopher “The Notorious B.I.G.” Wallace. 

Sting addressed the issues a few years ago in an interview with the Breakfast Club, saying that Diddy pays him $2,000 daily for sampling his band’s 1983 hit single “Every Breath You Take” in his homage to Biggie.  

A clip of the interview resurfaced on Wednesday (Apr. 6) and caught Diddy’s attention. He confirmed that he does indeed pay Sting a daily rate for using the sample. However, according to the Bad Boy Records honcho, it’s not $2,000, but more than double that.  

“Nope. 5K a day,” Diddy wrote, retweeting the clip. Despite paying him four figures in royalties a day, Diddy and Sting are on great terms. “Love to my brother @OfficialSting,” he added. 

In 2018, Charlamagne Tha God asked Sting to address the rumors that Diddy pays him $2k daily because he only asked for permission to use the sample after releasing “I’ll Be Missing You.” 

“Yeah,” Sting replied, confirming the payment before adding, “for the rest of his life.” He also clarified that Diddy asked for permission to use the sample after the song was out. However, like Diddy, Sting has moved on and bears no ill will toward the producer. “We’re very good friends now,” he added. “It was a beautiful version of that song.” 

Check out the clip below. 

Diddy released the Notorious B.I.G. tribute song back in 1997, months after his murder on Mar. 9 of that year. “I’ll Be Missing You” spent a record-breaking 11 weeks at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The track also won a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group. 

Are Lil Durk And India Getting Back Together?

By: Houston Williams Updated Category: Rumors
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It hurt us all when Lil Durk and India Royale broke up, never to get back together again. I am happy to reveal, it looks as if they may be getting back together. They have teased on social media that they are, in fact, a couple again.

I am wondering if Durk is able to hold it down when these harlots are pulling up on him. Check this out!

We still do not have a firm confirmation, but it is looking good. We all know Durk stepped out on their union and that lead to the demise of the relationship. Durkio has been begging to get her back since! And she has been rejecting him since. But he loves her! And she clearly loves him. He just had to work really hard to get his boo back.

Somebody said the following and I think…it may be true.

LOL!

Michael K. Williams’ Drug Dealer Pleads Guilty; Faces 40 Years In Prison

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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A drug dealer faces up to 40 years in prison for his role in actor Michael K. Williams’ death.

Irvin Cartagena pleaded guilty to one count of conspiring to distribute heroin, fentanyl and fentanyl analogue on Wednesday (April 5). The 39-year-old man dealt the heroin that led to Michael K. Williams’ fatal overdose in 2021.

Cartagena’s conspiracy charge comes with a mandatory minimum of five years in prison. The maximum sentence is 40 years in prison.

“Irvin Cartagena sold fentanyl-laced heroin in broad daylight in New York City, feeding addiction and causing tragedy,” U.S. Attorney Damian Williams said in a statement. “In doing so, he dealt the fatal dose that killed Michael K. Williams. This Office and our law enforcement partners will continue to hold accountable the dealers who push this poison, exploit addiction, and cause senseless death in our community.”

Michael K. Williams passed away in September 2021. He was 54.

Four men, including Cartagena, were arrested in connection to the actor’s death in February 2022. Hector Robles, Luis Cruz and Carlos Macci were charged as members of the fentanyl and heroin conspiracy.

Michael K. Williams received acclaim for playing Omar Little in HBO’s The Wire. His other notable roles included Albert “Chalky” White in Boardwalk Empire and Leonard Pine in Hap and Leonard.

Jack Harlow Keeps Acting Career Rolling; Joins Star-Studded Cast Of Apple Film

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Jack Harlow landed another acting gig.

According to Deadline, Jack Harlow secured a role in Apple’s upcoming film The Instigators. The Atlantic Records artist joined an award-winning cast headlined by Matt Damon and Casey Affleck.

Jack Harlow will be working with several acclaimed actors on The Instigators. The cast features Paul Walter Hauser, Hong Chau, Ving Rhames and Ron Pearlman.

Doug Liman will direct The Instigators. His past credits include The Bourne Identity, Swingers, Go and Edge of Tomorrow.

The Instigators tells the story of two thieves on the run after a botched robbery. Casey Affleck wrote the script with Chuck MacLean, the creator of Showtime’s City on a Hill.

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s company Artist Equity will produce the Apple film. No release date has been announced.

Fans are still waiting to see Jack Harlow’s acting debut in the White Men Can’t Jump remake. The film is scheduled to arrive on Hulu in May.

Jack Harlow stars alongside Sinqua Walls in the new version of White Men Can’t Jump. The original film starred Wesley Snipes and Woody Harrelson.

20th Century Studios released a teaser for the White Men Can’t Jump remake in February.

Watch the teaser below.

GloRilla Concert Stampede Victim Weighs Lawsuit; Says She Witnessed Sister’s Death

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A woman whose sister died at GloRilla’s concert in Rochester, New York may sue over the deadly event.

According to Billboard, Ronisha Huston filed a petition for pre-action discovery on Tuesday (April 4). Huston’s sister Rhondesia Belton was one of the three people who died in the crowd stampede at GloRilla’s show in March.

Huston retained lawyers on claims of personal injury and emotional distress. She sought information from the Main Street Armory, the venue where GloRilla performed in Rochester.

“Petitioner Ronisha Huston and her now deceased sister, Rhondesia Belton, got caught up in the crowd surge,” her attorneys wrote in the filing. “Huston witnessed her sister getting crushed in the stampede.”

Police said the crowd stampede likely stemmed from unfounded fear of gunfire at the Main Street Armory. The venue was the only party named in Huston’s filing. Belton’s sister requested video footage of the GloRilla concert, among other information.

Belton, 33, was the first victim identified by police. Two 35-year-old women named Brandy Miller and Aisha Stephens also passed away from injuries suffered in the crowd stampede.

Last month, GloRilla commented on the tragedy via Twitter. The CMG rapper said she was “devastated and heartbroken” over the deaths.

Jay-Z Stands As Lone Billionaire Rapper After Kanye’s Downward Spiral

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Forbes released its annual list of the world’s billionaires, which featured Jay-Z as the only rapper to make the cut.

Jay-Z ranked at No. 1,217 on the list with a net worth of $2.5 billion. Forbes credited Hov’s liquor businesses with helping him double his worth since 2019.

Earlier this year, Jay-Z sold a majority of his stake in D’Usse to Bacardi. The deal settled a legal battle over the cognac brand.

“Growing D’usse over the past decade from an idea to one of the fastest-selling spirits in history has been a blessing,” Jay-Z said. “The next phase of this journey will further cement D’usse’s legacy as one of the world’s most respected brands. I am excited to renew this partnership with Bacardi.”

Kanye West was noticeably absent from Forbes’ lineup of billionaires. The controversial rapper/producer’s net worth plummeted after he lost his Adidas deal in 2022.

Adidas severed ties with Kanye due to his antisemitic remarks. Forbes estimated Ye’s current fortune to be roughly $400 million.

Ye’s ex-wife Kim Kardashian made Forbes’ billionaires list thanks to her $1.2 billion net worth. Jay-Z and Kanye’s “Run This Town” collaborator Rihanna secured a spot in the rankings with her $1.4 billion net worth.

Fall River, MA. Rapper, Sinical Releases the Visual For “It Don’t Hurt Me”.

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Sinical – It Don’t Hurt Me (Official Video)

The music video plays through like a mini-documentary of his life, allowing the viewer to live through the eyes of Sinical, past and present. From a young age, his world was plagued by a broken home, where abuse was normalized. After being kicked out of his house as a teenager, Sinical began selling drugs as a means of survival. Throughout the video, he is conflicted by strenuous circumstances and his ability to cope.

As an internal struggle ensues, Sinical begins to question his faith. Knowing that God has been watching the turmoil unfold, he cannot understand why he has not intervened and at times wishes to seek revenge. Admittedly, Sin explains his conundrum by saying, “I couldn’t shut the door on you [God] so I’d leave it ajar”.

Sinical leaves the viewer subliminal hints and messaging. The church is St. Anne’s Parish, which is located one block from where he lived. The two red socks on a backward hat represent the state he was born and grew up in. The number 33 on Sinical’s hoodie and the word Gematria on his sweatpants have a much deeper meaning. Thirty-three symbolizes the age at that Jesus died and Gematria is a coded numerical value assigned to words in scripture.

The end of the video coincides with the beginning. As you see the younger version of himself holding his backpack, you begin to understand the connection. He is walking on the same street, several feet from where Sinical is sitting on the church steps. The path that he chose years ago ultimately leads to this moment in Sinical’s life, which is truly poetry in motion. Watch the official video for “It Don’t Hurt Me”

Bubbling Bronx Rapper Moreno Brings Smooth Vibes and an AMG Lifestyle (Interview)

By: Jake Crates Updated Category: Music
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As you might already know, there’s no shortage of local talent in the New York City region where Hip-Hop got its early start roughly 50 years ago. In an effort to spotlight some of these artists and connect with the local community, Jake Crates sat down for an interview with Moreno among several other artists who are buzzing on the NYC scene.

From gritty lyrics to trapped-out drill tracks mixed with Latin flavor these up-and-coming artists all have a chance to make a splash on the music scene in the coming years. Join us as we delve into their stories and hear what they have to say about making it in the competitive world of Rap in New York City. It’s the Big Apple, and like they say, ”if you can make it in New York, you can make it anywhere.”

Blessing the OnlineCrates show with super cool vibes was Moreno who is based in The Bronx, New York. He came through to talk about his brand of music and his clothing line which is starting to develop and grow. There’s a lot of flavor in The Bronx and Moreno is here to bring it to you from the music to the clothing to the overall demeanor in which he carries himself. From the food to the people to the music in the streets, the birthplace of Hip-Hop is alive and well.  Moreno breaks down his gold grill, his clothing brand and other aspects of The Bronx as we dive into this rising talent’s mind and music.

Special shout out to Smit BDM the dot connector and manager extraordinaire who was able to wrangle up the noteworthy regional talent and who continues to wave the flag for the AllHipHop brand in the New York region. From helping manage talent under Diddy to making solid moves in the streets with Beanie Sigel and Jadakiss, Smit’s “Talk is Cheap” motto resonates throughout NYC and beyond.

Some of the most promising up-and-comers are yet to be found, but Jake Crates is on a nationwide tour in support of Hip-Hop’s lasting impact in our world.  Taking some time to speak with local talent across the globe, Jake Crates discussed his motivations for touring and what he hopes to accomplish with his interview series and tour.

“I want to use my platform to give back to the Hip-Hop community and help up-and-coming artists get their start.  Touring can be a grind, but it’s worth it when I get to connect with fans and see them enjoy local artists’ music.  I want to create an honest and relatable interview series that will resonate with listeners and drive the culture forward with better music and a greater impact on our communities worldwide.”

 For more information on this interview series and column,  connect with Jake Crates on social media @jakecrates or email him at On**********@***il.com. 

Tee Grizzley’s Brother Baby Grizzley Sent To Federal Prison Over Gun Charges

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According to the Justice Department, rapper Baby Grizzley, the brother of Tee Grizzley, will be going away to federal prison for four years and nine months after being convicted on illegal gun possession charges.

The 25-year-old  was convicted of charges connected to his 2020 case, where the Royal Oak Police pulled over the car he was in.

A release by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives stated, “When police approached the driver’s side window, they noticed two red solo cups in the cup holders near the driver.”

Baby Grizzley, whose real name is Marcellus Wallace, was sitting with a man named Nolan Dasgupta-Francis. The ATF states, “Both told officers that they were drinking and not their driver. produced a partially consumed bottle of ‘Johnny Walker Black’ that he showed the officers.”

Officers asked the men to get out of the vehicle so that it could be searched, and after a while, law enforcement found two fully loaded semiautomatic pistols on the floor where Baby Grizzley was sitting and two additional fully loaded semiautomatic pistols, where his Dasgupta was sitting.

The ATF reports after being detained, Baby Grizzley attempted to bribe the driver with $20,000 and asked him to take ownership of all four guns, using some of the $300,000 in cash he received for signing a record deal.

This did not work.

“This case demonstrates ATF’s core mission to stop violent criminals from illegally possessing firearms. 

We will continue to work side by side with our local law enforcement, and U.S. Attorney partners to make our communities safer.” Assistant Special Agent in Charge Craig Kailimai said.

Big brother Tee Grizzley has not publicly spoken out on his brother’s sentence. But in March, he tweeted words of wisdom that could be apropos.

“It’s gone be some bad days and it’s gone be some good days. Be thankful for both 🙏🏾.”

Trenton Femcee SmileyB Rides an 18-Wheeler Over the Beat on “Rush Hour” (Interview)

By: Jake Crates Updated Category: Music
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As you might already know, there’s no shortage of local talent in the New York City region where Hip-Hop got its early start roughly 50 years ago. In an effort to spotlight some of these artists and connect with the local community, Jake Crates sat down for an interview with SmileyB among several other artists.

From gritty lyrics to trapped-out drill tracks mixed with Latin flavor these up-and-coming artists all have a chance to make a splash on the music scene in the coming years. Join us as we delve into their stories and hear what they have to say about making it in the competitive world of Rap in New York City. It’s the Big Apple, and like they say, ”if you can make it in New York, you can make it anywhere.”

Trenton, New Jersey femcee SmileyB is a down-to-earth rapper from just outside the city, but don’t get it twisted just because her name is SmileyB. This rapper is focused on business and having fun at the same time. As you will see in this interview she’s a self-described tomboy and a huge kid  who loves video games, anime, bikes, cars, and trucks., Oh yeah, and she’s gonna let you know how she feels at all times because of course she’s from Jersey. In this sit down we get a vibe from sis as she breaks down the Jersey music scene, what kind of music she listens to while she’s driving an 18-wheeler, and what inspired her to be a rapper.

Special shout out to Smit BDM the dot connector and manager extraordinaire who was able to wrangle up the noteworthy regional talent and who continues to wave the flag for the AllHipHop brand in the New York region. From helping manage talent under Diddy to making solid moves in the streets with Beanie Sigel and Jadakiss, Smit’s “Talk is Cheap” motto resonates throughout NYC and beyond.

Some of the most promising up-and-comers are yet to be found but Jake Crates is on a nationwide tour in support of Hip-Hop’s lasting impact in our world.  Taking some time to speak with local talent along the way Jake Crates discussed his motivations for touring and what he hopes to accomplish with his interview series and tour.

“I want to use my platform to give back to the hip-hop community and help up-and-coming artists get their start.  Touring can be a grind, but it’s worth it when I get to connect with fans and see them enjoy local artists’ music.  I want to create an honest and relatable interview series that will resonate with listeners and drive the culture forward with better music and a greater impact on our communities worldwide.”

 For more information on this interview series and column,  connect with Jake Crates on social media @jakecrates or email him at On**********@***il.com. 

Blac Chyna Receives Her Doctorate Degree… Please Meet Dr. Angela White

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Apparently, Angela “Blac Chyna” White has been working on herself well before she made the news public.

Earlier this year, she shared that she was baptized and was removing all of her occult tattoos. Now, the sex symbol has taken to Instagram to share that she has just received her Doctorate of Liberal Arts from the Sacramento Theological Seminary and Bible College.

She said she received the degree on Jan. 17, 2023.

The school, according to the website, is not a traditional learning environment that allows students to study and attend from home.

“We provide flexible, focused, and practical education that helps our student grow deeper in God’s Word and their ministry to others. We provided degrees in Biblical and Christian Counseling, Biblical Studies, Pastoral Ministry and Philosophy and more,” the website stated.

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Many people praised Dr. Angela Renee White for her accomplishment.

“This is so epic to witness I couldn’t be more happier for your journey,” commented Tanisha Thomas.

Bobby Lytes, a fellow reality star, “I love this for you!” 

As reported by AllHipHop.com, Dr. White has made some radical changes to her life, including removing all of her silicone injections and fillers in her face.

She also closed down her OnlyFans page which was rumored to bring in over $20 million a month.

When asked why the radical reversal, she said she was doing it for his children.

Jack Harlow Gets Ready To Testify In Court Regarding Nightclub Fatal Shooting

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Rapper Jack Harlow will be going to court soon.

The chart-topper is scheduled to testify about his involvement in a deadly shootout at the Vibes Restaurant and Ultra Lounge on May 1, the eve of the 2021 Kentucky Darby.

A lawsuit, filed in December 2021 by the victim’s family, names the restaurant and lounge and its owner Allen Evans III as defendants, WDRB reports.

According to CBS, Ronnie O’Bannon, the DJ for the “First Class” recording artist, is charged with the murder of one of the bartenders at the establishment.

Kasmira Nash was shot and killed while on the job.

AllHipHop.com reported Harlow took to his Instagram stories after her death to share his sympathies. He wrote:

“My heart is broken by the events that occurred over Derby weekend. My heart breaks for Kasmira, her children, and everyone else touched by this tragic death. My heart breaks for my city, a place that’s been through too much pain already. I’ve been in touch with Kasmira’s family during this unimaginably painful time, and I’m grateful to them for keeping the lines of communication open. Nothing can reverse what happened. Too many lives have been changed forever. My life will remain committed to making Louisville a better place.“

The lawsuit alleges the Louisville nightclub did not do enough to protect her.

O’Bannon, who is also known by the name Ronnie Lucciano, turned himself in to authorities almost two weeks after the incident. He was indicted on murder charges and one charge of tampering with evidence.

The DJ says he acted in self-defense and shot Nash because she tried to attack him with a champagne bottle. His lawyer said around the time of the indictment, “there is no dispute,” regarding his being attacked and the fact he “defended himself.”

While this might have been self-defense, the DJ is named in another fatal shooting at the Shiverly gentleman’s club the year prior.

On Aug. 31, 2020, he allegedly shot and killed a different individual.

The prosecution made note of this, writing in court notes, “Although charges have not yet been filed in that case, it sets a troubling pattern of Mr. O’Bannon going to nightclubs and leaving someone dead behind.”