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Kelly Rowland Addresses Cannes Incident: “The Woman Knows What Happened”

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Kelly Rowland has broken her silence on an incident that took place at the Cannes Film and Television festival in France.

On Thursday (May 23), Rowland appeared in an interview with The Associated Press, during which she spoke for the first time about her interaction with a security usher on the red carpet of a premiere event she attended at the festival. In her brief remarks, Rowland explained that the incident occurred as a result of her feeling as though the usher overstepped her bounds.

“The woman knows what happened, I know what happened,” Rowland said. “I have a boundary and I stand by those boundaries and that is it.”

As she continued, Rowland appeared to suggest some sort of discrimination and or unfair treatment also played a role in her reaction.

”There were other women that attended that carpet who did not quite look like me and they didn’t get scolded or pushed off or told to get off,” she said. “I stood my ground and she felt like she had to stand hers.”

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A video of Rowland walking the red carpet at the premiere for French-Italian film Marcello Mio went viral after fans identified an apparent dust-up between the vocalist and security staff working the event. 

After seemingly being rushed off the carpet while attempting to wave to fans and pose for paparazzi, Rowland appeared to lose her temper with one of the female event staff members and engaged in a heated exchange with her.

According to Page Six, a lip reading expert said Rowland appeared to tell the usher during their exchange, “Don’t talk to me like that. Don’t talk to me like that. You’re not my mother. I told you not to talk to me like that.”

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Vince Staples Addresses Future Of His Netflix Show

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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Vince Staples is still waiting on Netflix to order a second season of The Vince Staples Show. The West Coast rapper discussed the show’s reception and its uncertain future in an interview with Rolling Stone.

“I’m grateful,” Staples said. “I got to do something that isn’t really done on that network, or just done in general, with trying to break format and conventional comedy. I’m just trying some new things. So, I’m very happy that people embraced it, and we’ll see how they feel about it moving forward. We’re still trying to see what’s going to happen with that. But, looking forward to other opportunities in the medium.”

Staples encouraged fans to click the “Double Thumbs Up” button for the show on Netflix to help the series get renewed. He told Rolling Stone he was surprised to see lots of positive reviews and feedback since he admittedly has a niche audience.

“I don’t really make things that people [enjoy] like that, just to be honest,” he said. “I think I have a niche fan base. I’ve never had an extreme level of success. So, I’m always open to people not liking something or it not [being digested] right. I was honestly surprised by the way that it was received. But, yeah, man, I just feel like this show went very well, and especially for first-time writing, first-time producing, first-time starring in all of these things, I’m grateful for that.”

The Vince Staples Show premiered on Netflix in February. The series was executive produced by Kenya Barris, the creator of ABC’s Black-ish.

While the Netflix show’s future remains in limbo, Staples fans can enjoy his new album Dark Times. The project is his final release for Def Jam and the follow-up to his 2022 album Ramona Park Broke My Heart.

Snoop Dogg Reunites With Tha Dogg Pound For First Death Row Project In Nearly 30 Years

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Snoop Dogg, Daz Dillinger and Kurupt have cemented their comeback as Tha Dogg Pound.

On Tuesday (May 21), the iconic Hip-Hop outfit premiered two new songs in collaboration with Gala Music and Death Row Records. The tracks, “Finesse” and “Baggin U Up,” features Snoop Dogg and October London, and are available exclusively on the Gala Music platform.

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The release marks a significant moment in Tha Dogg Pound’s career, considering it’s their first collaboration with Snoop Dogg since their 2005 reunion and their first release on Death Row Records since their 1995 debut album Dogg Food.

In April, Daz Dillinger and Kurupt joined forces and dropped their single “Smoke Up” with Snoop Dogg to initiate the rollout of their upcoming album, W.A.W.G. (We All We Got). Much like “Finesse” and “Bangin U Up,” the album set to release on Gala Music, in addition to other major streaming platforms, on May 31.

Prior to Tha Dogg Pound’s latest release, Snoop Dogg first worked with Gala Music in 2022 during SuperBowl LIV, which was hosted in Los Angeles, in order to integrate a Web3 experience with a unique and immersive entertainment experience.

What resulted was their collaboration with Death Row Records, which manifested in the release of Snoop’s album, Bacc on Death Row (B.O.D.R.) on Gala’s platform. In addition to the release of the album, B.O.D.R. was also issued in the form of 25,000 exclusive NFT stash boxes.

Watch the music video for Tha Dogg Pound’s newly released visual single, “My Favorite Color Blue,” below.

50 Cent Offers Support To Cassie After Her First Public Reaction To Diddy Assault Video

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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50 Cent championed Cassie’s first statement since footage of Diddy brutally assaulting her went public. The G-Unit leader reposted Cassie’s words and expressed his desire to see her return to music on Thursday (May 23).

“I can’t wait to hear new music from @cassie,” he wrote on Instagram. “Get to it let’s go!”

Cassie sued Diddy for rape and years of abuse in November 2023. The two sides quickly settled the case out of court. Cassie said she “decided to resolve this matter amicably on terms that I have some level of control.”

The brief statement was her last comment regarding Diddy’s abuse until she spoke out on Thursday. Cassie broke her silence less than a week after CNN released surveillance footage of him attacking her at a hotel. The video corroborated allegations from her lawsuit.

“Thank you for all of the love and support from my family, friends, strangers and those I have yet to meet,” she wrote on Instagram. “The outpouring of love has created a place for my younger self to settle and feel safe now, but this is only the beginning. Domestic Violence is THE issue. It broke me down to someone I never thought I would become. With a lot of hard work, I am better today, but I will always be recovering from my past.”

She continued, “Thank you to everyone that has taken the time to take this matter seriously. My only ask is that EVERYONE open your heart to believing victims the first time. It takes a lot of heart to tell the truth out of a situation that you were powerless in. I offer my hand to those that are still living in fear. Reach out to your people, don’t cut them off. No one should carry this weight alone. This healing journey is never ending, but this support means everything to me. Thank you.”

Diddy still faces several lawsuits accusing him of sexual assault. The latest lawsuit was filed against him on Tuesday (May 21). He is also the subject of a federal investigation into sex trafficking allegations.

50 Cent is producing a documentary series about Diddy’s misdeeds. According to 50 Cent, Netflix won a bidding war for the docuseries.

MC Shan Calls Common & Pete Rock “Men Of Respect” After Getting Surprise Check

By: Kyle Eustice Updated Category: News
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MC Shan has a reputation for posting inflammatory Instagram content, but Wednesday (May 22) proved to be a different story. The Juice Crew O.G. was in a particularly good mood as he praised Common and Pete Rock for their recent professionalism. According to Shan, he received a check out of the blue for the sample of “The Bridge” found on Common and Pete Rock’s new single, “Wise Up.”

As he explained in part, “Let me show you how enjoyable it is to do Hip-Hop business with men of respect. You think they asked me about that Common and Pete Rock thing? No they didn’t. They set the paperwork straight, so when it did come around, ‘Shan you straight.’ I ain’t even worried about that paperwork. Marley [Marl] is getting the paperwork.

“When you deal with this Hip-Hop business and you deal with gentlemen of respect, you don’t have to look for your money. Pete Rock and Common know where to send that s###. They already took care of it […] This Hip-Hop game ain’t all f##### up. We still have honorable men in this f###### game to do business with […] Pete Rock and Common are not f##### up. We gonna give that n-gga a check by surprise.”

MC Shan added in the caption, “NOT EVERYBODY IN THE INDUSTRY ARE SLIME BAGS … @realpeterock & @common MEN OF RESPECT IN THIS GAME …. LOVE YOU BOTH FOR PUTTIN FOOD ON MY TABLE …
YOUR NEPHEWS AND NIECES GONNA LOVE YALL THIS SUMMER YALL JUST ADDED 3MORE BEACHES TO UOR SUMMER PLANS …LOLOLOL.”

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Common and Pete Rock dropped “Wise Up” earlier this week. As suggested, the track includes a sample of the 1986 Hip-Hop classic “The Bridge.”

The song was instrumental in launching the career of Boogie Down Productions. KRS-One and crew took exception to the idea that the genre started in Queens (even though Shan doesn’t quite make that claim here) and responded with “South Bronx,” the first in a series of diss tracks between The Bronx and Queens.

As for “Wise Up,” the track serves as the inaugural single from Pete Rock and Common’s forthcoming joint album, The Auditorium. It was accompanied by a video directed by Marleaux Desiré. Check it out below.

G Herbo Co-Conspirator Accepts Plea Deal In Federal Fraud Case

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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Antonio Strong, a promoter involved in a fraud scheme with G Herbo, pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and four counts of wire fraud in Massachusetts on Wednesday (May 22). According to Chicago’s PBS affiliate, Strong will be sentenced in September.

Strong reached a deal with prosecutors, admitting to using stolen credit card information to pay for more than $2 million in luxury items. G Herbo accepted a plea agreement for his role in the scheme in 2023.

G Herbo pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and one count of making a false statement to a federal official. Prosecutors dropped several counts of aggravated identity theft as part of his deal.

A judge sentenced G Herbo, whose real name is Herbert Wright, to three years of probation in January. The rapper was fined $5,500 and ordered to pay $139,878 in restitution.

Strong, G Herbo and four co-defendants were indicted by a grand jury in 2020. Federal prosecutors said the nationwide fraud conspiracy started in March 2016 and ended in September 2020.

“The stolen payment card account information included the actual cardholders’ names, addresses, payment card account numbers, security codes and account expiration dates,” prosecutors noted. “Because Strong and his alleged co-conspirators provided authentic payment card information, the defrauded businesses and individuals successfully processed their transactions and provided the goods and services. The actual cardholders discovered these transactions on their accounts and disputed the charges, which were reversed by the payment card companies. As a result, the transactions were charged back to the businesses and individuals from whom Strong and his co-conspirators defrauded with the unauthorized transactions.”

Two of Strong and G Herbo’s co-defendants also pleaded guilty in the case. Two more await trial.

Strong faces up to 20 years in prison for wire fraud conspiracy and wire fraud charges.

Are People Trying To Stop 50 Cent’s Diddy Doc?

By: illseed Updated Category: Exclusives
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Buckle up and get ready. I’m getting a scoop and it’s crazy. First of all, we already know 50 Cent has signed a deal to produce a documentary on Diddy. The documentary is going to delve deep into the allegations of abuse, particularly surrounding his former lady and mother of his children, Kim Porter.

We understand 50 Cent isn’t the one doing the heavy lifting in the documentary Diddy Do It, as he’s calling it. Several people are involved in the creation process, including a production team, grips, writers and more. I have sources telling me that certain key team members have been approached and offered money to quit working on the documentary. Like $5 million. Yes, five milli! Who did it? That remains a mystery.

From what I understand, these were not big bruisers that stepped to them. It seems to be somewhat more like a business offer that he can’t refuse. It didn’t seem like it was an overt death threat or threat of bodily harm, according to the source. Could it be perceived as a threat? Yeah, for sure. I believe it could escalate.

Inevitably there will be questions asked like, “Who sent these men to these people? Was it Sean Combs who sent them? Was it someone higher up who sent them?” Right now, we don’t know. I would imagine Diddy isn’t into doing anything out of compliance right now. It seems like the train is leaving the station and Netflix is the conductor. I can’t quite imagine being in this position that Diddy is in because the drama is painful and unbearable! And I’m not even involved. Thank God.

illseed out!

EXCLUSIVE: Russell Simmons Vows To Remain In Bali Amid Legal Woes

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: Exclusives
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Russell Simmons plans to stay in Bali for the foreseeable future. The Def Jam co-founder has no desire to move back to the United States as he fights a lawsuit filed by a woman accusing him of sexual assault.

“I am not physically present in New York and I do not have an intention to live in New York in the future,” Simmons explained. “I own no property in the United States. I have been living in Bali since 2018, which is where I intend to remain. For at least nine years before I moved to Bali, I lived in California. As a California resident, I paid California resident taxes in the years immediately prior to moving to Bali. Currently, I pay California non-resident state taxes.”

A former Def Jam employee identified as Jane Doe sued Simmons for rape in February. Later, she accused him of forging her signature on a document allegedly dated back to 1997. Jane Doe said she never signed the document, which regarded her departure from Def Jam and minor financial matters. Even if the document was legitimate, Jane Doe noted it had nothing to do with her rape claims against Simmons.

According to a court filing obtained by AllHipHop, Simmons’ lawyer Ellie Sanders attempted to refute Jane Doe’s concerns over the document. Sanders claimed former Def Jam executive Lyor Cohen verified the signature’s legitimacy.

“On Sunday, March 24, 2024, I ‘flattened’ the PDF version of the 1997 Agreement that our firm received via email from Simone Reyes, Mr. Simmons’s colleague,” Sanders declared. “Flattening a PDF is the simple technical process of converting the format of a PDF file using Adobe Acrobat. I regularly flatten PDFs in order to submit documents via ECF, following the procedure stated in the 2019 Electronic Case Filing Rules & Instructions, published by the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.

“I did not make any changes to the content of the PDF; flattening the PDF file is the only action I took to save the file in the correct format for its eventual e-filing. On April 16, 2024, following the teleconference in this matter and as directed by Judge Koeltl, I emailed the flattened PDF to Plaintiff’s counsel. I titled the PDF ‘Agreement – Jane Doe v. Russell Simmons.pdf’ before transmitting it to Plaintiff’s counsel.”

Sanders continued, “Plaintiff states in her Amended Complaint that ‘She disputes the authenticity of this document’ because, among other reasons, there is a ‘discrepancy with the [March 24, 2024] date and file name.’ The metadata date is March 24, 2024, because that is the date that I flattened and saved the PDF on our firm’s server. I titled the PDF to appropriately identify the file when transmitting that file to Plaintiff’s counsel. On Tuesday, May 14, 2024, I spoke with Lyor Cohen by telephone, and he told me that he recognized his signature on the PDF in both places where it appears.”

Jane Doe sued Simmons for sexual battery/assault, false imprisonment, intentional infliction of emotional distress and gender-motivated violence. She is one of the multiple women who’ve accused Simmons of rape and sexual misconduct. Simmons denied the allegations.

Sean Kingston’s Home Raided By Authorities In Florida

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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The Broward County Sheriff’s Office and Davie Police Department raided Sean Kingston’s home in Southwest Ranches, Florida on Thursday (May 23). According to local reports, the raid was connected to Kingston’s failure to pay for merch – including a $150,000 entertainment system. A lawyer representing a company that sued Kingston was outside the singer’s home during the raid.

“He likes having bling, he likes showing off, he’s a showman,” attorney Dennis Card said. “My client has a $150,000 television sound system that’s in there, there’s also about $1 million worth of watches that are in there, there’s a $80,000 custom bed that was ordered. This is an organized systematic fraud.”

Ver Ver Entertainment filed a lawsuit against Kingston, whose real name is Kisean Paul Anderson, over the entertainment system in February. The company’s lawyer accused Kingston of using his celebrity status to defraud people.

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“He’s got basically a script, he says that he works with Justin Bieber and that he obviously puts on a big show here,” Card said. “This is a rental house, he doesn’t own it, and he lures people using his celebrity into having them release things without him paying for it and then he simply never pays.”

Card added, “He’s 100 percent a scammer, he’s on felony probation right now for trafficking in stolen property, he’s got judgments against him for procuring more than $1 million in watches without paying for them. This is just an ongoing pattern for Sean.”

Kingston wasn’t home at the time of the raid. His mother Janice Turner was taken into custody on “numerous fraud and theft charges.”

The 60-year-old woman pleaded guilty to four counts of filing false loan applications and one count of bank fraud in 2006. A judge sentenced Turner to 16 months in prison and five years of probation.

Sexyy Red Confirms Upcoming Appearance On WWE’s NXT Show

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Sexyy Red will be part of an episode of WWE’s developmental brand NXT. After teasing an appearance on the show, the “Get It Sexyy” rapper has confirmed her forthcoming arrival.

On Wednesday (May 22), Sexyy Red posted a promotional video hyping her NXT debut. The St. Louis native added the caption, “Yall ready?? @WWENXT @WWE [face with hand over mouth emoji].”

Previously, Sexyy Red hinted at hitting an RKO move while on NXT. WWE legend and 14-time world champion Randy Orton made the RKO famous.

Red also showed love to NXT’s head of creative Shawn Michaels in a viral video in March. The Hood Hottest Princess mixtape creator danced to Michaels’ iconic theme music while in the backseat of a vehicle.

Before heading to NXT on Tuesday (May 28), Sexyy Red will drop her In Sexyy We Trust EP on Friday (May 24). The project hosts the “Get It Sexyy” single which peaked at No. 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Additionally, Red recently scored five nominations for the 2024 BET Awards. She has the chance to win Best New Artist and Best Female Hip-Hop Artist. Plus, “Rich Baby Daddy” with Drake and SZA received nods for Best Collaboration, Viewer’s Choice Award and Video Of The Year.

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Cassie Says Diddy’s Abuse “Broke Her Down” In New Statement Addressing Viral Video

By: Nolan Strong Updated Category: News
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Years after video evidence captured a disturbing assault in a hotel hallway, Cassie Ventura has again spoken out about her harrowing experiences with Diddy.

“Thank you for all of the love and support from my family, friends, strangers, and those I have yet to meet,” Ventura wrote in a statement she posted to Instagram. “The outpouring of love has created a place for my younger self to settle and feel safe now. But this is only the beginning. Domestic violence is THE issue. It broke me down to someone I never thought I would become.”

Ventura also emphasized the profound impact of domestic violence, sharing, “With a lot of hard work, I am better today, but I will always be recovering from my past. Thank you to everyone that has taken the time to take this matter seriously.”

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CNN released the 2016 footage last week, which showed Diddy violently attacking his then-girlfriend. In the clip, he grabs her, throws her to the ground, kicks her multiple times, drags her and hurls an object at her.

Following the video’s release, Diddy issued an apology on Instagram, acknowledging his “inexcusable” behavior and taking “full responsibility” for the incident. Diddy expressed being “disgusted” with himself and claimed he sought professional help.

Ventura’s attorney, Meredith Firetog, criticized his apology as “disingenuous” and self-centered. Firetog noted that Diddy initially denied the allegations and accused victims of seeking financial gain.

Ventura filed a civil lawsuit against the disgraced mogul under New York’s Adult Survivors Act last November.

The lawsuit contained allegations of rape, physical abuse and forced participation in unwanted sexual encounters with other men while Diddy watched, spanning their relationship from 2007 to 2018.

The lawsuit also claimed that he exerted control over Ventura’s life and ignored abuse she suffered from others in his inner circle. The case was settled out of court a day after it was filed, with the settlement’s terms remaining undisclosed.

Diddy denied the allegations but wished his ex well, while his lawyer asserted the settlement was not an admission of wrongdoing. As a result, Ventura was a criticized by some people who thought she was simply going after mone—until the video was released, forcing her critics to backtrack.

“My only ask is that EVERYONE open your heart to believing victims the first time,” she added. “It takes a lot of heart to tell the truth out of a situation that you were powerless in. I offer my hand to those that are still living in fear. Reach out to your people, don’t cut them off. No one should carry this weight alone.

Ventura expressed her gratitude and solidarity with other survivors as the post concluded with, “This healing journey is never-ending, but this support means everything to me. Thank you. Love Always.”

Lil Wayne Teases History-Making Music Is On The Way

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Lil Wayne has already secured his place among the most accomplished Hip-Hop artists to ever touch a microphone. It appears the Young Money record label leader has more to come.

A Young Money-branded X account celebrated the 18th anniversary of Lil Wayne’s Dedication 2 on May 22. Dedication 2 became one of the most acclaimed mixtapes of the Grammy Award winner’s career.

In response to the celebratory tweet about Dedication 2, Wayne posted, “More history to make [call me hand emoji].” Those four words sparked speculation on social media about the 41-year-old MC’s upcoming plans.

Fellow chart-topping rapper Juvenile recently confirmed reuniting with Lil Wayne, Turk and BG as the Hot Boys. The four New Orleans natives formed the group under the Cash Money Records banner in the late 1990s.

“Me, Wayne, Turk and BG, all of us gonna be on stage in New Orleans with Mannie Fresh and Birdman. And we already started working on a Hot Boys album,” Juvenile stated.

Lil Wayne has not released a full-length solo studio LP since 2020’s Funeral. He did put out Tha Fix Before tha VI mixtape in September 2023. Wayne also reconnected with 2 Chainz for 2023’s Welcome 2 Collegrove collaborative album.

Jermaine Dupri Claims Best 100 Albums List Disrespected R&B

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Jermaine Dupri built a thirty-year music career by working with some of the greatest performers of all time. The recording artist/producer took issue with a recent list of the greatest albums of all time.

Throughout May, Apple Music released its list of the Best 100 albums in history. According to Jermaine Dupri, the curated rankings did not properly represent the R&B genre.

“Looking at this @AppleMusic top 100 albums list is sad, the disrespect to R&B is CRAZY!!!!! It’s giving not worthy [man facepalming emoji],” Dupri tweeted on Tuesday (May 21).

In addition, Jermaine Dupri continued his criticism of Apple Music’s 100 Best Albums on TMZ. The So So Def label founder doubled down on his complaints about disrespect.

“I feel like it’s disrespectful to the genre of R&B because every artist from my era, from ’92 to now, the things that we listen to… none of those people are represented on this list,” the Songwriters Hall of Famer stated.

The “Money Ain’t a Thang” rapper mentioned the R&B acts Aaliyah, TLC, Whitney Houston and Jodeci being omitted. Dupri also highlighted his longtime collaborator, Mariah Carey, not having an album listed.

Lauryn Hill’s The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill ranked at No. 1. Additionally, Apple Music selected projects by R&B stars like Usher, Solange, Mary J. Blige, SZA, Erykah Badu, D’Angelo, Beyoncé, Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder.

Mos Def AKA Yasiin Bey Calls Out “Big 3” On “Like That” Freestyle?

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Yasiin Bey, aka Mos Def, made headlines in January when he classified Drake as pop and not Hip-Hop. Drake fired back at Bey with an Instagram post.

Fast forward to May, Bey has seemingly taken a jab at Drake, J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar. Some fans refer to those Grammy Award-winning rappers as The Big 3.

“Greedy, seedy and creepy. Corny, horny and boring. Bougie, goofy and moody. Foolish, ruthless and clueless. Variations on a petty Big 3. A whole lot to look at, but not much to see,” Yasiin Bey raps in the video over the “Like That” beat.

Kendrick Lamar is featured on Future and Metro Boomin’s “Like That” single. The Compton native used the track to ignite a main event clash with Drake that included an additional eight diss records by both stars.

Yasiin Bey’s criticism of Drake came before Lamar aimed at the OVO leader’s authenticity as a Hip-Hop artist throughout their battle. After receiving online backlash for his pop music comments, Bey praised Drake.

“I will say this, the young man is very talented,” Yasiin Bey acknowledged about the Canadian entertainer. “He’s been able to be very successful with that talent and I have no issue with that success or anything he’s been able to achieve as a result of his talent.”

Fredo Conspired To Buy Guns To Shoot UK Drill Rivals, Including Digga D, Court Hears 

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Fredo is accused of attempting to buy guns to shoot his rivals including fellow London rapper Digga D.

The U.K. chart-topper may be in Dubai fresh from serving time for weed possession but he’s still in legal trouble back home in the U.K.

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Prosecutors accused Fredo of conspiring with his seven co-defendants to purchase firearms to shoot their rivals, per The Epoch Times. On Wednesday (May 22), the jury at Kingston Crown Court in South-West London heard Digga D was lined up as a potential target by Fredo and his alleged co-conspirators.  

Prosecutors claimed the eight defendants were members of the Harrow Road Boys (HRB). They argued there was a history of shootings between rival gangs and the “deep-rooted opposition” was “often deadly in its ferocity.” 

“The violence is glorified in drill rap videos which are broadcast through platforms such as YouTube,” prosecuting attorney Ian McLoughlin told the court.  

Law enforcement found several firearms, with suspected links to HRB members. Prosecutors used evidence from a Snapchat group, allegedly including 33 HRB members.  

Conversations allegedly include “gang activities” and discussions about raising money to “buy guns.” 

The outlet reports a juror sent a note to the judge over concerns about the lack of racial diversity among jurors. He said it was “odd” the jury was “almost all white” when most of the defendants were “mostly Black.” 

Judge Sarah Plaschkes said jurors were randomly selected before reminding them of their trial duties.

Fredo is rumored to be in Dubai after spending several months in jail there. “It was a big accident. I would never ever bring weed to Dubai,” he told followers after his release. “Just don’t go to jail.” 

Meanwhile, Digga D is currently behind bars as he waits trial on drugs charges.

Diddy “Disrespected” Chaka Khan & Had Her Son “Jumped” Singer’s Daughter Claims

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Chaka Khan’s daughter, Indira Milini Khan, is celebrating Diddy’s “demise” after recalling an alleged altercation her family had with the disgraced Hip-Hop mogul. 

Indira recounted the alleged incident in response to Diddy’s recent apology while relishing in his downfall. While she did not say what led to the altercation, Indira claimed Diddy “disrespected” Chaka Khan and had her teenage brother beaten up.  

“I’m glad this is happening to you,” she wrote in the comment section of Diddy’s apology video. “You got in my mothers face and publicly disrespected her yelling and screaming like a lunatic.” 

According to Indira her brother, Damien Holland, now 45 was assaulted when he tried to intervene. She alleges Diddy’s security “jumped” the then 19-year-old.  

“These may be your dark days but l’m singing and dancing watching your demise,” Indira said. “@chakakhan isn’t it great mom.” 

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The Bad Boy Records founder posted the apology video after CCN released distressing surveillance footage of him physically assaulting his then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura in 2016. 

His legal problems continued to mount after another accuser came forward this week accusing Diddy of sexual assault. 

Former model Crystal McKinney filed a lawsuit alleging Diddy drugged and sexually assaulted her following a Men’s Fashion Week event in 2003. McKinney alleged she saved the “unwashed” clothing she wore the night of the alleged assault. She claims she kept the items in plastic wrap and stored them in a closet.  

Joe Budden & Taxstone Clash In Heated Online Exchange Over Renewed Abuse Claims 

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Joe Budden clashed with Taxstone in a heated online exchange after the incarcerated media personality taunted him following resurfaced domestic violence allegations.  

The spat stemmed from the incarcerated media personality’s reaction to Love & Hip-Hop star Tahiry criticizing her ex-boyfriend Budden for discussing the disturbing video of Diddy assaulting Cassie. 

Tahiry said learning he discussed the incident on his podcast was “so triggering,” before reiterating allegations that Budden abused her.  

“When Joe’s manipulative words don’t work he starts swinging like Canelo on opiods,” Taxstone wrote on X (formerly Twitter) Wednesday (May 22). 

He posted several more tweets calling Budden out before he replied to one.  

“Cassie got 30 Ms Tahiry about to get 3 chpped cheese 6k and a portable hookah,” Taxstone said. “You should write a book about it since you have all the time in the world… lol” replied Budden. 

They continued to exchange words, with insults flying back and forth as they rehashed past beef, with Budden calling Taxstone a “b####” and mocking him for being behind bars.  

“Beat ya next girl up so we can bunk up,” Taxtone said. “I’ll have you wash my socks and we can pod together.” Budden fired back, “Wash your socks?? You ain’t learned how to fight that well yet, that’s how you got in there buddy.” 

Joe Budden eventually stopped replying, but Taxstone continued for several more posts.  

“Smh why you wanna joke on me being in jail cause you beat all ya women up why you won’t tweet to all of them bro ?? They the ones that got hurt by you ??” he questioned. “Joe joking on Twitter meanwhile women suffering from posttraumatic syndrome from your physical abuse and manipulation.” 

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50 Cent Vows To Only Fly Private After Boeing Fatal Flaw Report 

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50 Cent has taken a break from trolling and has turned his attention to the controversy surrounding Boeing.  

A new report from Daily Mail alleged the aerospace company’s 777 jets have a potentially fatal flaw that could cause planes to explode mid-air.  

300 Boeing planes are reportedly at risk, according to the notice by the Federal Aviation Administration, the outlet states. Jets used by United and American Airlines are among the potentially flawed fleet. 

50 Cent caught wind of the report and decided he’s never flying commercial again. He shared his reaction on Instagram on Wednesday (May 22). 

“Ok im only flying private f### this,” 50 Cent wrote alongside a report of the Boeing scandal. “I can’t go out like that.” 

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However, 50 Cent might have spoken too soon after Boeing blasted the Daily Mail report. 

“This story is misleading and reckless,” a Boeing spokesperson said, per TMZ. “It makes incorrect connections and sensationalizes the standard regulatory process that has helped ensure air travel is the safest form of transportation. This is not an immediate safety of flight issue.” 

They added, “There are multiple redundancies designed into modern commercial airplanes to ensure protection for electromagnetic effects. The 777 fleet has been operating for nearly 30 years, and has safely flown more than 3.9 billion passengers.” 

Meanwhile, in other 50 Cent news, the entertainment mogul is continuing his plans to turn the city of Shreveport, Louisiana around. Local officials finally approved his plans for the upcoming Humor and Harmony Festival in early August. 

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Diddy’s New Accuser Claims She Kept “Unwashed Clothing” From Night Of Alleged Sexual Assault 

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The latest woman to accuse Diddy of sexual assault claims she kept the unwashed clothing she wore on the night of the alleged encounter. 

Earlier this week, just days after CNN released surveillance footage of Diddy’s violent assault on Cassie in 2016, Crystal McKinney alleged the fallen mogul drugged and sexually assaulted her in the early 2000s.  

The former model filed a lawsuit accusing Diddy of drugging and assaulting her at a Men’s Fashion Week event in 2003. New details from the suit have surfaced online, revealing that Mckinney claims she held onto the clothes she wore on the night of the alleged assault.  

“Plaintiff saved the unwashed clothing from that night in her closet where they remain in a plastic wrap,” the suit reads, per legal reporter Meghan Cuniff. 

McKinney claims she saved the unwashed clothing “Due to the traumatic events,” of the alleged assault. 

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In her filing, McKinney claims she was just 22 years old when she flew from Miami to New York at the encouragement of a fashion designer who styled her meticulously to impress Diddy. 

After a dinner at Cipriani’s where Diddy made suggestive remarks and even promised to further her career, she joined the Bad Boy Records boss and his entourage at his studio. 

She was given a joint by one of Diddy’s associates, who told her, “You’ve never had weed like this before.” She recalls saying she had enough after taking a hit of the “powerful” joint but claims Diddy pressured her to take more weed and alcohol.  

McKinney alleges Diddy then “demanded” she follow him to the bathroom after noticing she was intoxicated.  

“In the bathroom, Combs forced himself on Plaintiff and began kissing her without her consent,” the suit reads. “Combs, then, shoved her head down to his crotch before commanding her to ‘suck it.’” 

McKinney claims she refused, but Diddy “pushed her head down onto his phallus and forced her to perform oral sex on him.” 

After the alleged assault, McKinney claims Diddy led her back to the studio, where she lost consciousness. She awoke in a cab that was headed back to the designer’s apartment.  

Despite fearing “further violence and/or retaliation,” McKinney felt a “moral obligation to speak up” after seeing other victims come forward. She is seeking unspecified damages. 

Beyoncé, Jay-Z & Big Freedia Accused Of Ripping Off Bounce Rappers In Lawsuit

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A bounce group sued Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Big Freedia and others in Louisiana on Wednesday (May 22). According to court documents obtained by AllHipHop, Da Showstoppaz claimed Beyoncé’s 2022 single “Break My Soul” infringed the copyright of their 2002 song “Release a Wiggle.” Verite News was the first to report on the lawsuit.

Beyoncé’s “Break My Soul” sampled Big Freedia’s 2014 song “Explode.” Da Showstoppaz said Big Freedia used their words, melody and musical arrangement for “Explode.”

“Prior to the writing and recording of Da Showstoppaz’ ‘Release a Wiggle’ the phrases, ‘release a wiggle,’ and “release ya wiggle” had never been recorded or published in any other song,” the group’s lawyers contended.

Big Freedia can be heard chanting “release ya wiggle” on Beyoncé’s “Break My Soul.” Da Showstoppaz sought credit for “Explode” and “Break My Soul.”

“Defendants have not acknowledged [the group’s] contribution, obtained permission to use their copyrighted lyrics, melody, and musical arrangement, nor provided compensation to Da Showstoppaz,” attorneys wrote. “While Mrs. Carter, Big Freedia, Parkwood, Sony and others have received many accolades and substantial profits from ‘Explode’ and ‘Break My Soul’ and the Renaissance album, the ‘Renaissance World Tour,’ and the Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé, Da Showstoppaz’s have received nothing—no acknowledgment, no credit, no remuneration of any kind.”

Da Showstoppaz believed Big Freedia was aware of “Release a Wiggle” due to her involvement in the New Orleans bounce scene. The song appeared on a mixtape released by BlackHouse Entertainment. The lawsuit noted Big Fredia was affiliated with the label.

“Given Big Freedia’s roots in New Orleans and ties to its bounce scene, and Big Freedia’sassociation with BlackHouse, any reasonable person could infer that Big Freedia had access to Da Showstoppaz’ ‘Release a Wiggle,’” the group’s lawyers argued.

Da Showstoppaz accused Beyonce, Jay-Z, Big Freedia and more of copyright infringement, unfair trade practices and unjust enrichment. The group requested an undisclosed amount of damages.