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Travis Scott Headlines Coachella—And Fan Feedback Isn’t Great

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Travis Scott headlined the Coachella Valley Arts & Music Festival on Saturday night (April 12)—and apparently, people weren’t impressed.

Scores of people took to Twitter to express their opinions on the performance, which ranged from it was “so bad” and “this sucks” to calling it a “low key mess.” Scott was also 20 minutes late, upsetting those who’d gathered at the stage and were eager to see him take the mic.

Scott proceeded to deliver an hour-long performance alongside a 60-piece brass ensemble that opened the show. He also debuted two new songs alongside hits like “FE!N,” “SICKO MODE” and “Goosebumps.” Still, some people couldn’t get over the fact he was given the opportunity in the first place.

In 2021, several people lost their lives at Scott’s Astroworld Festival. The tragedy took place on November 5, 2021, during Scott’s performance at NRG Park in Houston, Texas. The crowd surged toward the stage, creating a deadly crush that resulted in 10 fatalities and hundreds of injuries.

Victims ranged in age from 14 to 27, with the cause of death for all 10 determined to be compression asphyxia. Despite visible signs of distress in the crowd and the event being declared a mass casualty incident at 9:38 p.m., Scott continued to perform until 10:15 p.m. The festival had been capped at 50,000 attendees due to safety concerns, but logistical issues such as inadequate crowd control measures and poor planning exacerbated the chaos.

Court documents later revealed that organizers had miscalculated the venue’s capacity and failed to account for un-ticketed individuals entering the premises.

The tragedy initially had profound consequences for Scott’s career and the music festival industry as a whole. Scott faced widespread criticism for his handling of the situation and his history of encouraging high-energy crowd behavior at concerts.

He became embroiled in numerous lawsuits, some of which were settled while others remain active. The incident also led to calls for stricter safety protocols at live events, with increased scrutiny on organizers like Live Nation and ScoreMore Holdings LLC, who were implicated in the failures that led to the disaster. While Scott expressed remorse and described his fans as “family,” the tragedy remains a defining moment in his career and opened Scott up to online scrutiny.

As one person wrote, “Travis Scott is responsible for the death of people at one of his own shows and he gets to headline Coachella? If he had been a woman he would never see a stage again.”

Check out some of the reactions to Scott’s Coachella appearance below.

 

Jeezy Hit With Countersuit From Ex-Manager Over Alleged Unpaid Debts

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Jeezy is now facing a legal counterpunch in Atlanta after accusing his former manager of financial misconduct and being met with a scathing response that claims he was rescued from financial ruin.

Solomon Fornie, the rapper’s ex-manager, has fired back with a countersuit that paints a very different picture—one in which he says he saved Jeezy’s career and personal finances when the Hip-Hop star was “broke and facing lawsuits,” according to court documents obtained by The Jasmine Brand.

“I put my finances, my credit, and my reputation on the line to rebuild Jenkins’ career from the ground up,” Fornie stated in the filing. “He went from foreclosure to Forbes, and now he wants to pretend I was never there.”

Fornie alleges he paid off Jeezy’s homes, covered payroll for his businesses, and even borrowed $400,000 to keep operations running—money he says has never been repaid. 

He also claims he worked without commission for five years, surviving on a modest stipend tied to a deal with Avion Tequila.

Jeezy Accuses Managers Of Financial Deception

The countersuit comes after Jeezy filed a lawsuit in February, accusing Fornie and business associate Eddie Bridgeman of financial mismanagement and obstructing access to critical financial records. Jeezy claims the two made unauthorized deals and used his money for personal benefit.

Jeezy and Fornie co-founded Agency 99 in 2015 to manage the rapper’s earnings and expand his brand. Bridgeman’s SaiSai Group was later brought in to handle financial oversight. 

Jeezy now says he discovered Bridgeman was not a licensed CPA, raising concerns about the legitimacy of their economic practices.

The rapper also alleges that Fornie and Bridgeman blocked his access to Agency 99’s financial records, preventing him from fulfilling legal requirements under Georgia law to either reinstate or dissolve the company.

Fornie, however, says he was instrumental in negotiating major deals for Jeezy, including a New York Times bestselling book, partnerships with Avion Tequila and Naud Cognac, a FOX Soul talk show, and a $15 million publishing agreement with HarbourView.

The legal battle is ongoing, with Jeezy seeking damages and full access to the financial records tied to Agency 99.

Bounty Killer Blasts “Unscrupulous Persons” Trying To Scam Fans With Fake Performances

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Bounty Killer dismissed circulating rumors about an upcoming U.S. performance after misleading claims surfaced online.

Reps for the reggaeton legend clarified that he has not been booked for any stateside shows despite recently regaining his visa after a 15-year ban.

The Grammy-winning icon.is pushing back against unauthorized reports suggesting he’s scheduled to perform in the United States.

His team issued a statement slamming the claims as baseless.

“It however appears that unscrupulous persons are putting out misleading information on social media about his first performance stateside. These claims are false and unauthorized,” a representative said.

The artist, who recently regained his U.S. travel privileges in March 2025, emphasized that while discussions are ongoing, no official concert dates have been confirmed.

“Bounty is obviously eager to perform for his thousands of diehard fans, but again, no date has been confirmed as yet,” the rep added.

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The clarification comes after years of visa complications that kept the dancehall heavyweight from performing in the U.S.

His travel ban began in 2010, reportedly tied to his alleged connection with Christopher “Dudus” Coke, a Jamaican figure who was wanted for drug and weapons trafficking.

Though the exact reasons for the revocation were never publicly detailed, Bounty Killer has previously suggested it may have stemmed from minor past offenses or his public image.

The visa loss dealt a significant blow to his career and personal life, with the artist describing the 15-year absence from the U.S. as a painful chapter.

With the visa reinstated, Bounty Killer is working closely with his manager, Paul “Bankey” Giscombe and a booking agent to plan his long-awaited return to the American stage.

He also expressed gratitude to those who stood by him during the ordeal.

Bounty Killer said he is “forever grateful” to his family, friends and global supporters “who have consistently supported him throughout this musical journey.”

As of March 2025, no U.S. concert dates have been confirmed.

Jonathan Majors Talks Building “New Universe” With Meagan Good

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Jonathan Majors has shifted the focus from Hollywood chaos to control over his life.

In a candid conversation, the thespian offered a glimpse into what success means to him now as he movies into a new phase of his life, professionally and personally.

“Success looks like waking up in the morning rested kissing my wife, going to the gym,” Majors said. “Working my brain working my body coming home hanging out with my wife, out with my dogs and then make some art. Make some art that’s really going to touch people.”

Minus Hollywood validation, sought by so many, Majors has become something more grounded. His creative purpose and divine guidance have taken over he said.

“I feel like if God didn’t want me to do it he’d take the desire from me… just take the taste away. And all he’s done is enhance it.” Majors shared. “So I know something’s coming. I mean we got two things on deck so yeah I can’t wait to get back out there and give you guys something else.”

Majors told AHH about his two new projects. Merciless, a sci-fi thriller directed by Martin Villeneuve, delves into spiritual darkness, and True Threat, an action-packed revenge thriller helmed by Gerard McMurray. In AllHipHop‘s exclusive interview, Majors revealed he has started training for True Threat.

The man once known as Kang in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) might be stepping into a new franchise entirely, one built hand-in-hand with actress Meagan Good. The real-life couple are hinting at creative collaborations that extend far beyond date nights.

When asked about their professional chemistry, Majors didn’t hesitate.

“I’ve started the universe,” he said. “We do have a… yeah. Yeah. I’d do anything with her. I’m doing the best movie with her [in] life and we work well together. We work really well together. I’ve helped her with some stuff. She’s helped me with some stuff. I was like “Oh this is good. Oh yeah of course. It’s good.” You’re in love and each other and you believe in each other so yeah that’s definitely going to happen. I can call it. Yeah that’s going to happen.”

Jonathan Majors Talks Magazine Dreams, Kang The Conqueror, Marvel, His Comeback & Redemption

After a year defined by public scrutiny, Majors appears to be reclaiming his narrative one moment at a time.

Majors captivated audiences with his powerful performance in Magazine Dreams, the critically acclaimed film that earned him a Special Jury Award at Sundance 2023. The film explores the relentless pursuit of bodybuilding perfection and its dark psychological consequences. It has moved from theaters to streaming.

Magazine Dreams is now available for purchase on various outlets.

Killer Mike Celebrated In Georgia Capitol With Senate Recognition For His Impact On Atlanta

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Killer Mike received a formal salute from the Georgia Senate for his impact on music and his work in community empowerment and activism.

The Grammy-winning rapper and entrepreneur, whose real name is Michael Render, was honored during a ceremony at the Georgia State Capitol on Thursday (April 10), where Senate Resolution 458 was officially adopted.

Introduced by Sen. Kenya Wicks, the resolution recognized Killer Mike’s influence not just in Hip-Hop but also in business, education and civic engagement.

“Killer Mike has profoundly impacted Atlanta not only through music but also through philanthropy and community service,” said Sen. Wicks. “His legacy in business, public service and the music industry is a prime example of the talent Atlanta has to offer.

“His work will leave a lasting impact on communities across our city and state. His passion for education, the arts and the city of Atlanta reflects the best of Georgia, and I was proud to recognize him on Atlanta Day.”

The resolution praised Killer Mike’s efforts to uplift underserved neighborhoods, including his co-founding of Greenwood Bank, a digital financial institution focused on building wealth in Black and Latinx communities.

He has also been a vocal advocate for social justice reform, mental health awareness, especially among Black men and economic equity.

Killer Mike’s music career spans decades, with four Grammy Awards to his name—three of which came in 2024 for his solo album Michael.

He’s also known as one-half of the duo Run The Jewels, whose four albums have earned critical acclaim and a loyal following.

His collaborations include work with Outkast, Jay-Z and Black Thought.

Senate Resolution 458 was passed during the state’s annual Atlanta Day celebration, with dignitaries, lawmakers and community leaders in attendance.

Jermaine Dupri Explains How Wu-Tang Clan Inspired One Of Mariah Carey’s All-Time Hits

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Jermaine Dupri has revealed that he helped craft one of Mariah Carey’s biggest hits of her career during their first-ever meeting, adding that Wu-Tang Clan played a pivotal role in bringing the banger to life.

The Atlanta super producer revealed the mind blowing anecdote during his appearance on the 150th episode of the R&B Money Podcast hosted by Tank and J Valentine. Dupri started off detailing the juicy revelation about how his work with Carey almost didn’t happen because he couldn’t believe what she was asking for.

“She [Mariah Carey] came in the studio and she was like, ‘I want to make a record like this’,” Dupri recaled. “She said, ‘I want to sing over this’, and it was ‘C.R.E.A.M’, Wu-Tang Clan.”

At first, he thought she was joking, but Carey quickly assured him she was more than serious about her request by following up with another.

“I’m like, what? Who are you? I’m like, you want to sing over this?” he said. “She’s like, yeah. Then she played another record. I’m going to sing over this one.”

Still stunned, Dupri questioned the whole moment and even considered how it could end up negatively impacting his career if everything ewnt haywire.

“I’m looking around like, what the f### is going on?” he recalled questioning himself rhetorically. “Like, this Mariah Carey. You want me to make this for you? I’m not doing that because I’m not going to be the person. I’m not doing that. They’re not going to do that with me.”

But Carey wasn’t backing down, so that’s when Dupri says he decided to trust her instinct.

“She’s like, listen, this is what I want to do,” he said. “So I started following her lead.”

Dupri continued, adding, “She was like, you know, ‘I need something like ‘Just Kickin’ It’, but I want it to be pretty—but I wanted to have that ghetto s### on it that y’all got in ‘Just Kickin’ It.’”

Dupri started playing around with sounds and with her vision now steering the ship, Carey got even more specific, and their collaborative effort resulted in one of her biggest chart-topping 90s hits.

“Then you start playing,” he said. “He started playing that and she’s like, ‘Yes, change the key. Change the key to where she wanted it. Then I put the 808s on there and ‘Always Be My Baby’ comes to life.”

And just like that, a classic was born—and so was one of the most fruitful partnerships in pop-R&B history.

“That’s the beginning of me and Mariah’s relationship,” he concluded.

Released in 1996, Always Be My Baby soared to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was later certified 4x Platinum by the RIAA. So in a sense, Carey’s fans can thank the Wu-Tang Clan for their inspiration!

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SZA Shares What She Did Backstage To Keep From Panicking During Super Bowl

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SZA admitted she felt “relieved” when her stage time during Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show in New Orleans was trimmed.

The singer said it meant fewer chances to mess up in front of millions.

The Grammy-winning singer joined Lamar at Caesars Superdome in February, performing “Luther” and “All of the Stars” in the final stretch of the high-profile set.

However, according to SZA, the original plan called for a longer appearance and a different song.

“My performance was initially longer with a different song and I was actually relieved (when it changed as it meant) that I had less opportunity to harm myself on camera or in public,” she said on The Severance Podcast with Ben Stiller and Adam Scott. “I just couldn’t believe that I was a part of it.”

While she didn’t name the scrapped track, the pair’s catalog includes “Gloria,” “Babylon,” “Doves in the Wind,” and “30 for 30.”

SZA also opened up about her anxiety leading up to the performance, calling the Super Bowl stage the biggest of her life.

“I was really shook only because it is the biggest stage I’ll ever do in my career. I don’t really know where I can go from there. I was just like, I don’t know if I’m gonna survive,” she said. “I did a lot of meditation and a lot of breathwork, which I normally don’t do, but I’ve learned recently, it’s kind of saving my life. It’s the only thing that keeps me calm.”

Next up for the duo is The Grand National Tour, which kicks off April 19 in Minneapolis.

“Sinners:” Michael B. Jordan & Ryan Coogler Deliver Stylish History, Horror & Drama

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Our resident film reviewer Chris “C-Boogie” Brown reviews the latest from dynamic duo Micheal B. Jordan and Ryan Coogler. 

Sinners is the newest film from writer/director Ryan Coogler (Fruitvale Station, Creed, Black Panther). The film stars a talented ensemble cast headlined by Michael B. Jordan (Creed Trilogy, Just Mercy), who juggles dual roles.

Set in Mississippi during the Jim Crow era, Sinners tells the story of twin brothers “Smoke” and “Stack,” who return to their small-town roots after an extended stay in Chicago. As the brothers pursue a new business opportunity, past relationships resurface, old wounds are reopened, and an evil force emerges—one that neither the twins nor the townsfolk are prepared for. Terror ensues!

Sinners is another strong offering from Ryan Coogler that left me very impressed! Though it has been largely advertised as a supernatural horror movie, this is actually a film of two halves. The first half of Coogler’s stirring story focuses on relationships, featuring strong character-building, symbolism, and folklore rooted in Southern culture, customs, and traditions. Utilizing motifs of religion, freedom, and childhood trauma, Coogler tackles themes not typically found in genre films of this kind. These soulful and dramatic elements are presented against the musical backdrop of Mississippi Delta Blues, which almost acts as its own character in the movie.

That being said, the film’s second half delves far deeper into the supernatural genre, transforming Sinners into a riveting and entertaining survival-horror film. Fans of vampire and horror films will not be disappointed, as Ryan Coogler takes inspiration from favorites like From Dusk Till Dawn, 30 Days of Night, and even John Carpenter’s The Thing (you’ll know the scene!). From uniquely terrifying antagonists, tension, thrills, jump scares, to brutal vampire-centric action, Sinnersdefinitely hits its horror mark. Visually, both the dramatic and horror elements of Sinners look incredible, thanks to the gorgeous cinematography by Autumn Durald Arkapaw.

Creatively, the film’s textured story contains refined choices unique to Coogler’s directorial sensibilities. Throughout its runtime, there are well-crafted set pieces, including elaborate song and dance numbers, orchestrated horror sequences, and exciting action scenes. One musical dance number, in particular, is the most cinematic, stylish, and artistic scene I’ve seen on film this year! Additionally, Sinners boasts excellent technical and production values, from its visual effects, sound design, and set designs to its beautiful costume work by two-time Oscar winner Ruth Carter. Sonically, it’s rounded out wonderfully by Ludwig Göransson’s incredible musical score (Creed, Black Panther, Tenet, Oppenheimer).

The film features an excellent ensemble cast, including veteran actor Delroy Lindo (“Delta Slim”), Wunmi Mosaku (“Annie”), Miles Canton (“Sammie”), Hailee Steinfeld (“Mary”), Li Jun Li (“Grace Chow”), Omar Benson Miller (“Cornbread”), Jack O’Connell (“Remmick”), and more. Portraying both lead characters, Michael B. Jordan skillfully shifts between the rhythms, demeanors, and mannerisms of “Smoke,” who is more grounded and observant, and “Stack,” who is charismatic and hot-headed. Every performer truly brings their “A” game, with special recognition going out to actor Miles Canton, who knocks it out of the park in his acting debut!

As far as criticism, my only critique is that the pacing of the film’s first half felt noticeably slower compared to the blistering pace of its action-heavy second half. While I personally enjoyed the meticulous character building and exploration of relationships, I can see how the film’s measured tempo might feel slightly disjointed and become an issue for some viewers.

Nevertheless, I had an awesome time with Sinners and consider this film my favorite of the year so far! As a director with only four previous directing credits to his name (Fruitvale Station, Creed, Black Panther, and Wakanda Forever), Sinnersdefinitely cements Coogler as one of the best modern directors working today. Additionally, when it comes to director-actor chemistry between Coogler and Jordan, this talented pair is now five-for-five in my book. I can’t wait to see what they cook up next!

Overall, Sinners is permeated with Coogler’s stylish direction, nuanced storytelling, vivid visual imagery, memorable characters, interwoven themes, and layered social commentary, making it a cinematic standout. Lastly, be sure to stick around until the very end, as the movie contains two post-credit scenes. Sinners will be playing in theaters everywhere starting on April 18th and comes highly recommended—enjoy!

4.5 out of 5

Top5 Jumps Headfirst Into Kanye West & The Game’s Beef

By: Kyle Eustice Updated Category: News
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Top5, a longtime Drake affiliate, is making his feelings known in the brewing beef between The Game and Kanye West.

On Friday (April 11), the Canadian rapper shared a screenshot of a few of West’s confrontational tweets and wrote across them, “@ye don’t make me call @theoneandonlyhonzo he’s still in Japan” and followed up with, “I can’t wait til see you. U fool.”

For the uninitiated, Top5 is actually at the center of the tension between West and Game. West recently accused Top5 of threatening him and apparently saw a positive comment from the Game under a photo of Top5 and Drake. The post prompted West to call out Game and Game to fire back.

“N#### you asked me did I know Top5, I said yea..” The Game tweeted. “You said he was threatening you & I asked you if you wanted me to reach out to him.. you again said ‘YEA.’ So I hit Top5 & tell him to let it go.. out of respect for me, he agreed.. I texted you to tell you it was done & you changed ya number n####!!!”

Up until this week, Kanye West and Game were working on The Documentary 3 together, with West serving as executive producer. Following their social media outbursts, it appears that collaboration is no longer happening.

“Why Game who I gave two Maybachs to is showing love to Top5 who calls threatening to kill me,” West wrote. “Welp I guess I’m not gonna be executive producing that album anymore.”

Game, who didn’t hold back, replied, “F#CK you & yo maybachs little [ninja]………I’ll be back in LA in a week, come get em yo self !!!! I ain’t never asked yo weird a%% for nothing & when you gave me the cars, I said you ain’t have to & I was good but you insisted. Then you hit me with the “you ain’t never gotta worry bout nothing ever in your life, I owe you for being the only solid [ninja] outta everybody. Got my number but won’t call like a man & address a situation you asked me to fix.”

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SIGNS: Georgia High School Footballer Charged After Dropping Diss Track Against Teammate

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Cortez Lyles, a defensive back for the Heritage High School football team in Conyers, Georgia, was involved in a scuffle on the field earlier this year, which escalated into a larger conflict.

According to Fox5 Atlanta, the 18-year-old recorded a diss track following the altercation and shared it on Instagram. His parents had advised him not to retaliate physically against the teammate he alleges attacked him. Instead, Lyles used music to express his frustration. Nachez Lyles, Cortez’s father, insists his son is the victim in the situation.

“What do you expect him to do? Come back to school and fight?” Shandela McKnight, Cortez’s mother, asked. “We don’t teach our kids that.” She added that her son came home from school with a noticeable bruise on his forehead after the incident.

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The diss track, however, contained aggressive lyrics, including threats like “beat his ass” and “get a body bag,” which led to legal trouble for Cortez. Shortly after the song’s release, the family of the teammate filed a complaint and Cortez was arrested in February on charges of making terroristic threats.

Cortez’s parents argue that the lyrics were not meant to be taken literally. Nachez Lyles compared the situation to rap feuds between artists like Kendrick Lamar and Drake, emphasizing that diss tracks are a common element of Hip-Hop culture and are typically not intended as real threats. “To interpret his words literally is egregious,” he said.

Despite their defense, Cortez now faces misdemeanor charges over the song. His parents hope to resolve the matter by engaging with the other family involved.

EXCLUSIVE: Prosecutors, Diddy Lawyers Feud Over Jury Questions

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Diddy’s legal team and federal prosecutors are once again at odds—this time over how jurors should be screened in the Hip-Hop mogul’s blockbuster sex trafficking and racketeering trial.

According to a joint filing submitted to Judge Arun Subramanian on April 11, both sides were ordered to hammer out a proposed jury questionnaire—but instead ended up in a full-blown deadlock over what questions should be asked.

And while Diddy’s lawyers didn’t object to most of the government’s wording, they argue the entire document misses one glaring issue: media bias.

“The government’s proposal does not explore at all the prejudices and biases that are central to an effective inquiry to seating a fair jury,” his lawyers complained. “The defense believes it is important that we allow potential jurors to write candidly about the unprecedented and negative media attention that they may have been exposed to, related to Mr. Combs.”

Diddy—who is facing serious federal charges, including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transporting women for prostitution—has become a household name for all the wrong reasons.

Prosecutors say his trial will include explicit videos of assaults, evidence of drug-fueled sex parties, and testimony from former associates who claim they were part of a cross-country trafficking ring.

His attorneys say that’s precisely why jurors should be screened before walking into a courtroom—not while being stared down by a room full of strangers.

As part of their proposed changes, Diddy’s team wants to vet potential jurors on a number of topics—including their personal experiences with domestic violence, substance abuse, and sexual content, as well as their comfort level viewing graphic videos.

“Many individuals are uncomfortable speaking about these issues in front of others and would be more candid writing about them in a questionnaire,” the filing noted.

To bolster their argument, they pointed to the 2018 trial of NXIVM cult leader Keith Raniere, where a judge allowed nearly identical questions to screen for bias due to the case’s “sensitive and private” nature.

Despite their differences, both sides did agree on a proposed daily trial schedule. But the real fireworks will come if Judge Subramanian sides with prosecutors—potentially leaving Diddy to pick a jury in a courtroom already buzzing with media attention and public opinion.

Sada Baby Explains Wild Mugshot, Denies He “Plays” With His Nose After Drug Bust

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Sada Baby addressed his viral mugshot and recent arrest in Detroit.

He revealed the drug police found wasn’t cocaine but Percocets and called the entire situation a legal mix-up.

“What I got caught with was not none of that, because if I had a zip of dope on me, I’d still be in jail,” he said during an appearance on the Pac-Man Jones Show. “It was some percs, you feel me.”

He also explained what led to the now-infamous booking photo.

The mugshot, which quickly made the rounds on social media, showed Sada Baby with a blank stare and raised eyebrows — a look he says was deliberate.

“I made the face ’cause I wanted to go viral. It went viral,” he said. “She asked me like, ‘You sure you want to, you know, you sure you want to look like that on your picture?’ I’m like ‘take the picture. Take the picture right now.'”

According to Sada Baby, the arrest happened after police stopped him for minor traffic violations, including tinted windows and not fully stopping while exiting a private driveway.

He said officers then discovered a substance they mistook for cocaine.

“I didn’t come to a complete stop coming out of private driveway,” he said. “I got pulled over for a warrant for driving without a license while I was driving with a license.”

He said the warrant was tied to a case he had already addressed in court.

“It’s a case that I already beat, you feel me. I just went to court for it on the 28th,” he said.

Sada Baby also pushed back against rumors that he was caught with harder drugs.

“I ain’t never played with my nose in my life,” he said. “I ain’t never had no cocaine on me. Never had no heroin on me. No none of that.”

He believes his fame and lifestyle have made him a target.

“Anybody who got a brain can pay attention to me getting targeted for me living where I live at, for me doing what I’m doing,” he said. “A lot of street officers are too lazy to just type my name into Google and see what I actually am—to think that I would be selling dope to live in a house as big as I live in, as far as I live outside of the city.”

The legal issue was ultimately reduced to a fine.

“My lawyer is a great lawyer and he got it dropped down to a $200 fine,” he said. “I paid zero dollars to get out of jail.”

2Pac Murder Suspect Keefe D Found Guilty Of Multiple Charges Stemming From Prison Fight

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The man accused in the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur has more legal problems. On Wednesday (April 9), Duane “Keefe D” Davis was found guilty of multiple charges stemming from a 2024 prison fight.

According to KTNV Las Vegas, a jury found Davis guilty on two counts: battery by a prisoner and challenges to fight. His sentencing is expected to begin on May 27.

Davis was arrested on September 29, 2023, marking a pivotal moment in the decades-long investigation into Shakur’s murder. Davis, a former gang leader, was indicted by a Las Vegas grand jury on charges of murder with the use of a deadly weapon.

Authorities allege that Davis orchestrated the drive-by shooting that killed Shakur, although he’s not accused of firing the shots himself. His deceased nephew, Orlando Anderson, is believed to be the shooter. Davis is accused of providing the firearm and authorizing the attack.

The arrest came after years of speculation and new developments, including Davis’s own admissions in interviews and his 2019 memoir, Compton Street Legend, in which he acknowledged his involvement in events surrounding the killing.

Shakur was shot on September 7, 1996, while riding in a car with Death Row Records co-founder Marion “Suge” Knight in Las Vegas. The shooting occurred at a red light following a confrontation earlier that evening involving Shakur Anderson.

Anderson was long suspected to be the gunman but was never charged and died in an unrelated shooting in 1998. Davis had previously implicated Anderson as the shooter during a 2008 interview under immunity agreements but later made statements outside those protections that prosecutors used to build their case.

Davis’s trial has faced delays as his legal team navigates procedural challenges. Initially held without bail, he later secured house arrest but remains incarcerated due to ongoing legal disputes.

The case has reignited public interest in one of hip-hop’s most enduring mysteries and highlighted issues such as gang violence and its impact on communities. If convicted, Davis faces significant sentencing enhancements for gang activity and the use of a deadly weapon. His trial is currently scheduled for February 2026, underscoring the complexity and longevity of this high-profile case.

The December 2024 fight was captured on surveillance video. Find it below.

Kanye West Says Sorry To JAY-Z But Stands By His Feelings

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Kanye West issued a vague apology on X after his earlier remarks about Jay-Z and Beyoncé’s children reportedly prompted the couple to consider legal action.

“I’m sorry Jay Z,” West wrote in a post shared to his X account. “I be feeling bad about my tweet but I still feel I gave my life to this industry and thought so many people were my family but when I needed family on some real st none of these rap nias had my back.”

The apology came weeks after West publicly questioned the mental abilities of Jay-Z and Beyoncé’s 7-year-old twins during a series of erratic posts.

The comments were widely criticized as inappropriate and offensive, especially given the children’s age.

Following the backlash, reports surfaced that Beyoncé and Jay-Z were exploring legal options in response to what they called “vulgar and offensive” statements made by West.

While the original post was later deleted, West made it clear that his decision to remove it wasn’t driven by remorse.

“I need everyone to know that I took the post about Jay Z and Beyoncé’s family down because there was a possibility of my Twitter being canceled,” he wrote.

The apology did not directly address the children or clarify whether it was meant to retract those specific comments.

Kanye West Makes Wild Claims About Madonna & Ashley Olsen In Twitter Rant

By: London Jennn Updated Category: Rumors
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Kanye West ignited a storm online with a barrage of sexually explicit posts, including claims of past encounters with Madonna and Ashley Olsen. The polarizing figure opened the floodgates earlier this week with a tweet referencing the pop icon.

“When I made out with Madonna she was bragging about how she f##### Basquiat and PAC,” he wrote. “I was like damn She love to brag just like meee.” He followed that with a reference to Ashley Olsen, writing, “I used to f### Ashley [Olsen] thats why the twins got the shot out on N##### in Paris.”

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The tweets spiraled into a series of crude and graphic statements about other celebrities, including Taylor Swift, Beyoncé and his own employees.

Several posts veered into misogynistic territory, with West making sweeping generalizations about women and sex. 

“Every b#### sell p####,” he wrote, before going on to compare sex work, surrogacy and office dynamics in a string of vulgar metaphors: “A prostitute gives up p#### for an hour / A surrogate gives up they p#### for 9 months / A under qualified secretary gives up they p#### to their wife beaten boss / A wife gives up the p#### for life.”

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In another post, West appeared to brag about sexually assaulting employees and dismissed the Me Too Movement while boasting about his wealth and anatomy. 

“This is how you tweet when you don’t second guess your self,” he added. “Oh and when you don’t have a boss / Oh and when you’re dumb rich / Oh and when you f##### very bad b#### on the planet / Oh when you’re dick is stupid long / Oh and when … you get the picture.”

West, who claimed he’s aiming to become the most prolific tweeter ever, showed no signs of slowing down during the late-night tirade.

Ne-Yo’s Four Girlfriend’s Won’t Date Anyone Else, But He Refuses To Be Tied Down

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Ne-Yo doubled down on his unconventional relationship setup and clarified the rules of his polyamorous lifestyle during an appearance on The Angie Martinez Show.

Ne-Yo said the four women he’s dating—Cristina, Arielle, Moneii and Bri—chose to be exclusive to him, but the arrangement doesn’t go both ways.

The 45-year-old singer made headlines last month after revealing he’s romantically involved with multiple women. Now, he’s addressing the dynamic head-on, stating plainly that while he’s seeing several partners, they are not seeing other men.

When asked directly if his girlfriends are allowed to date other people, Ne-Yo responded, “No, no they are not.”

He elaborated, saying the decision came from the women themselves.

“When I got with these women, I did not ask for their exclusivity. I did not demand their exclusivity. They asked for it. They came to me and said, ‘I want to be exclusive to you and just you.'”

“I said, ‘You understand that your exclusivity to me, does not mean my exclusivity to you? You understand this, yes? You’re OK with it?'” he continued.

Ne-Yo also emphasized that transparency is key to maintaining the relationship.

“The main rule is to just keep it a buck. We’re not gonna lie. We’re not gonna lie to each other. We’re not gonna sit up here and blow smoke. I ain’t selling no dreams, and I’m not forcing anybody to be here,” Ne-Yo explained.

The father of seven made it clear that no one is being coerced into the arrangement.

“If for whatever reason you decide this isn’t for you anymore, the door is never locked. You have permission to go on about your business. I don’t want anybody to think that I’m manipulating these women into doing something they don’t want to do.”

Chrisean Rock Flaunts New Athlete Boo Days After Blueface Breakup

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Chrisean Rock flaunted her new romance with college basketball player Tytan Newton on Instagram just days after confirming her breakup with Blueface.

The 24-year-old reality star posted a video to her Instagram Story on Wednesday night (April 9), showing her and Newton cozying up during what she called “date night.” 

Other images captured the two kissing and embracing, making it clear she’s moved on from her tumultuous relationship with Blueface.

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Newton, a sophomore guard at Morgan State University, has kept a relatively low profile, but his appearance alongside Rock marks his first public connection to the rap world.

The reveal came days after Rock announced she had ended her relationship with Blueface, citing a desire to focus on her faith and music. “I broke up with him before I dropped my gospel song,” she said on Instagram Live, referring to her newly released single, “Yahweh.”

Rock also explained that Blueface’s behavior contributed to the split, accusing him of being overly controlling. According to her, he became upset over her social media activity, accusing her of acting like a “pop star” for simply following people online. She further claimed that while incarcerated, Blueface used a burner phone to keep tabs on her public appearances.

“He went buck wild,” she said, describing his reaction to the breakup. “He unfollowed me and everything.”

Their relationship has long been marked by public fallouts, assaults, legal issues and social media drama. The couple welcomed a son in September 2023, but their rocky history has included arrests and violent attacks. Blueface is serving a four-year sentence for violating probation and is expected to be released later this year.

Toni Braxton Married Birdman Then Tried To End It Days Later

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Toni Braxton secretly married Birdman in Las Vegas last August, then filed for divorce just two days later, citing an “irretrievably broken” relationship.

Court records obtained by TMZ reveal that the Grammy-winning singer and the Hip-Hop mogul exchanged vows on August 8, 2024, before Braxton filed for divorce less than two weeks later.

The documents list their separation date as August 10. The couple, who first began dating in 2016 and got engaged in 2018, have had a long and winding relationship.

They called off their engagement in 2019, later confirmed they were still together, and eventually parted ways in 2022.

TMZ reported, “Toni and Birdman quietly — and very secretly, obviously — tied the knot on August 8, 2024… the wedding date is mentioned in the divorce docs Toni filed 2 weeks later.”

Despite the abrupt filing, the pair apparently reconsidered. In January 2025, Birdman signed off on a motion to dismiss the divorce, effectively halting the legal split.

Braxton, 58, was married to musician Keri Lewis from 2001 to 2013. They share two sons. Birdman, 56, has never been married but has two children with a former partner known only as Tia.

The marriage and near-divorce remained under wraps until the court filings surfaced this week.

The Game & Kanye West Explode Into Beef Over Drake’s Friend—&Then There’s The Maybachs

By: illseed Updated Category: Rumors
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Kanye West’s Maybachs and The Game’s loyalty to Drake’s associate Top5 have cooked up a whole plate of rap beef. The friendship is officially well-done cooked meat.

Kanye West, never one to keep quiet when things don’t go his way, reportedly went off on The Game over social media. He didn’t like that Game maintains ties with Top5, a pretty well-known Drake affiliate. This is about loyalty, something I didn’t know was really in Kanye’s Constitution. Apparently, Ye feels like Game should’ve picked a side. Spoiler alert: he didn’t.

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Now here’s where it gets even more bizarre. Kanye West allegedly and seemingly gifted Game two Maybachs during their collaborative high. And the bromance is off the rails and he wants them back? YEP! This is going to get dicey.

The Game’s response? Straight savage!

F#CK you & yo maybachs little [ninja]………

I’ll be back in LA in a week, come get em yo self !!!!

I ain’t never asked yo weird a%% for nothing & when you gave me the cars, I said you ain’t have to & I was good but you insisted.

Then you hit me with the “you ain’t never gotta worry bout nothing ever in your life, I owe you for being the only solid [ninja] outta everybody.

Got my number but won’t call like a man & address a situation you asked me to fix.

Pu$$y !!!!!!!

Nobody on earth weirder than these industry [ninjas]

Y’all think Ye gonna pull up like a repo man and pry them away himself? Now, we’re not lawyers, but this sounds like a “People’s Court” moment waiting to happen. Judge Mathis, settle this.

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Let’s rewind. These guys had been working closely on a new album, one that Kanye West was executive producing. The whole project might be headed to the graveyard in this form. And honestly? That might be a blessing in disguise.

Because let’s be real: Kanye’s recent antics haven’t exactly made him a media darling. Between the Black KKK cosplay (yes, that happened), the wild and flagrant jabs at the Jewish community, Kanye’s brand is in the toilet.

The Game, for his part, is no rookie in this. He’s well into OG territory and should understand that Ye can derail the mission. Game ain’t stupid. He squashed beefs, stayed cool with Top5 AT YE’s REQUEST! And kept it pushing. Look at it again!

This Maybach situation, I cannot wait to see how it plays out legally. – illseed out!

SIGNS: Florida Plane Crash Involving Car Kills 3 Day After Hudson River Helicopter Crash Kills 6

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A small aircraft crashed in a fiery explosion Friday morning near Boca Raton Airport, killing all three people on board and injuring one man on the ground, according to city officials.

According to NBC Miami 6, the crash happened around 10:20 AM EST. in the area of Military Trail and Glades Road, near Interstate 95. The Cessna 310 had just departed Boca Raton Airport en route to Tallahassee International Airport when it went down minutes into the flight. Boca Raton Fire Rescue Assistant Chief Michael LaSalle confirmed the fatalities and said the injured man, Pablo Tafur, sustained non-life threatening injuries when his vehicle was engulfed in flames caused by the wreckage.

“One gentleman on the ground, he hit a tree because of all the debris and the fire,” LaSalle explained. “It was from the fireball on the ground, he drove through apparently the fireball.”

Tafur, who was driving to work when the plane crashed in front of him, described the terrifying moment.

“I saw the plane fly low and continued through and next thing I know it’s on top, right in front of me and exploded, impacted right in front of my car and it crashed,” Tafur said. “I tried to steer out of the way but it was pretty much unavoidable. Got out of the car that was on fire, through the flames, and made it to safety.”

Debris from the crash was scattered across the roadway and nearby train tracks. The Palm Beach County Medical Examiner’s Office responded to the scene as authorities began collecting evidence.

Kurt Gibson, a National Transportation Safety Board investigator, arrived Friday afternoon to lead the federal investigation.

“Our mission at the NTSB is to figure out what happened, why it happened and what we can do to prevent this from happening again,” Gibson said. He noted that the 1977 aircraft had only been airborne for eight to ten minutes before the crash.

Student pilot Jared Scarpato, who was at Boca Raton Airport, said there were early signs of trouble.

“Somebody said on frequency that they are declaring an emergency for a stuck rudder,” he said. “All we heard five minutes after was just sirens, sirens, so just devastating.”

Witnesses in nearby buildings described the plane flying unusually low before it dropped from sight and exploded.

“It basically came back, it was looking like maybe it was going towards the airport, approaching and from there I just saw it drop below the trees,” said Dillon Smith. “I heard the boom and basically shake of the windows simultaneously.”

Mayor Scott Singer called the incident a “tragic loss of life” and offered condolences to the victims’ families.

The crash came just one day after a fatal helicopter crash in the Hudson River between New York and New Jersey claimed multiple lives, drawing national attention to a string of recent aviation accidents under investigation.

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Watch the report above for additional details.