News

Tory Lanez Drops “Free Tory” Merchandise After Being Sentenced

Chad Mauli Aug 12, 2023

Amid a tumultuous week, Tory Lanez dropped a new line of merchandise earlier today (Aug. 11). The musician’s conviction and 10-year prison sentence for the 2020 shooting of Megan Thee Stallion evidently haven’t deterred him from moving forward with business ventures. Just three days after being handed the sentence, Lanez’s team announced the release of hoodies and T-shirts that read, “Free Tory.” Elsewhere, one of the tees had the following inscription: “No weapon formed against me shall prosper.” Starting at $29, the merch is available on the rapper’s official website.…

News

Yo Gotti Speaks On Relationship With Angela Simmons: “She’s The One”

Chad Mauli Aug 10, 2023

On Wednesday (Aug. 9), Yo Gotti was spotted leaving iHeartRadio’s New York City office. TMZ cameras caught up with the Memphis rapper and dived right into the hot topic of his relationship with reality star and entrepreneur Angela Simmons. Unable to contain his grin, Gotti shared, “She’s the one.” Elsewhere in the 33-second clip, he teased about plans for Simmons’ upcoming birthday in September. “You already know. We’re gonna give her the world,” he affirmed before stepping into a waiting SUV. The recent media interaction followed closely on the heels…

News

DJ Akademiks Fires Off On Erykah Badu: “How Many Rappers Done Ran Through You?”

Chad Mauli Aug 10, 2023

Amid the social media conversations surrounding Tory Lanez’s recent 10-year sentencing, DJ Akademiks didn’t hold back during a Rumble stream on Tuesday (Aug. 8) night. What started as a discussion around the Canadian rapper’s conviction took an unexpected turn when the media personality spotted an Instagram comment about Erykah Badu.While reacting to a post made by The Neighborhood Talk, one user wrote, “Work your magic, baby.” The commenter insinuated that Badu should use her “mystical powers” to put Akademiks in legal trouble following the ordeal. The situation they were referring…

News

Drake Bets $250,000 On Nate Diaz In His Upcoming Fight Against Popular YouTuber Jake Paul

Chad Mauli Aug 6, 2023

Yesterday (Aug. 4), TMZ reported that renowned rapper Drake has reportedly wagered a whopping $250,000 on the upcoming cruiserweight boxing match. The forthcoming fight is between YouTube star-turned-boxer Jake Paul and former UFC contender Nate Diaz. This 10-round, 185-pound catchweight showdown is set for Saturday, Aug. 5, at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, and will be broadcast live on ESPN+ PPV from 8 p.m. ET. Drake highlighted his rationale behind the hefty bet: “Jake is a dog, but I can never bet against a Diaz brother; that’s just…

News

Yo Gotti & DJ Drama Unleash Gangsta Grillz Mixtape Titled ‘I Showed U So’

Chad Mauli Aug 6, 2023

Yo Gotti’s eagerly anticipated Gangsta Grillz mixtape, I Showed U So, in collaboration with DJ Drama, has finally dropped. The latest in Gotti’s catalog, the project follows his 11th studio album, CM10: Free Game, a chart-topper that ascended to No. 3 on the Billboard 200 after its February 2022 release. Joining forces with Rich Homie Quan and Moneybagg Yo, Gotti presents a 10-track magnum opus. It encores his 2006 mixtape, I Told U So, and marks his triumphant return as a solo artist. Thursday (Aug. 3), Gotti took to Instagram…

News

Doja Cat Dances With The Devil In “Paint The Town Red” Video

Chad Mauli Aug 4, 2023

Released today (Aug. 4), Doja Cat dropped her new single, “Paint The Town Red,” alongside its music video. In the record, the rapper hit back over a subtle, brass-laden beat accompanied by an arresting finger-snap rhythm. Over the chorus, she proclaimed, “Yeah, b**ch, I said what I said. I’d rather be famous instead. I let all that get to my head. I don’t care, I paint the town red.” Later in the track, she rapped, “Said pop make money, now you try, b**ch. You could use a revamp with a…

News

Criminal Battery Charges Against Cardi B Dropped After Mic-Tossing Incident

Chad Mauli Aug 4, 2023

Announced today (Aug. 3), Cardi B will not be facing any criminal charges related to an event where she flung a microphone into the crowd of a concert. The incident occurred after an audience member launched a beverage at her during her Las Vegas performance this past Saturday (July 29). Following the viral video that surfaced online, the rapper’s lawyers — Drew Findling, David Chesnoff, and Richard Schonfeld — received news of the halted investigation. They told TMZ, “This afternoon, we were notified by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept.…

News

Tinashe And Shygirl Announce North American Co-Headlining Tour

Chad Mauli Aug 2, 2023

Today (Aug. 1), Tinashe and Shygirl presented their co-headlining tour across North America. The show run will begin in Chicago this October and continue up until the middle of November. In addition to the pair, UNIIQU3 also joined the lineup as an opening act. Both headlining acts sparked excitement by releasing an announcement poster this morning. It showed them in matching crimson dresses and boots lying on a mattress. Earlier this year, Shygirl extended an invitation to Tinashe for a remix of her hit song, “Heaven.” The collaboration gave fans…

News

Lil Meech Reacts To Viral Video Of Him Entering A Woman’s Home

Chad Mauli Aug 2, 2023

Earlier this week, Summer Walker and “BMF” star Lil Meech seemed to have broken up after the songstress alluded to the latter cheating. Amid infidelity rumors, a video surfaced of Meech entering a woman’s apartment in Houston. In response to the clip going viral, the actor took to his Instagram Story. Meech stated, “Damn, I can’t help my cousin bring the bags in the house? We went to the grocery store, man.” Notably, the video did not show the Detroit native or woman carrying any groceries. Within the hour, Walker…

News

Social Media Reacts To Chance The Rapper’s D4L Tweet

Chad Mauli Jul 31, 2023

Hip hop’s 50th-anniversary celebrations have been a big deal this whole year. Various organizations have created shows to celebrate the young genre’s half-century mark. Chance The Rapper randomly addressed the noticeable absence of “Laffy Taffy” creators, D4L, at these events. The Chicago native took to the Twitterverse on Saturday (July 29), expressing his dismay about the group’s missing presence at the milestone event lineup. “Just recognizing that D4L hasn’t graced a single hip hop 50 event yet. This is odd,” he tweeted. The observation drew attention to the legendary Atlanta-based…

News

Fans React To Saweetie Detailing The “Barbie World” Controversy

Chad Mauli Jul 31, 2023

Yesterday (July 29), Saweetie recently shed light on the uproar over “Barbie World,” a track that achieved major success in the Barbie movie soundtrack, featuring Nicki Minaj and Ice Spice. When the song dropped, fans immediately drew comparisons to a popular snippet posted by the “Icy” recording artist a few months ago. During an interview with Justin Credible of Power 106 Los Angeles, the “Icy Girl” voiced her perspective on the controversy associated with the chart-topping record. “It’s like the wild, wild West,” she explained, suggesting that the industry norm…

News

Social Media Reacts To Latto Making Her Acting Debut In “Grown-ish”

Chad Mauli Jul 29, 2023

Latto recently ventured into the world of acting, securing a spot in the hit TV series “Grown-ish.” The rapper graced the show as Sloane, a representative for a wine company, sharing scenes with the character Doug, played by Diggy Simmons. “Hey, Sloane, my favorite wine rep,” Doug greeted Latto’s character. He continued, “I was about to get rid of all my wine, so I could see you again.” She retorted by playfully stating, “Sounds like I win either way,” before giving expert advice on wine pairings. “Grown-ish” is currently in…

News

Gucci Mane Turns Viral Meme Into New Single “Woppenheimer”

Chad Mauli Jul 29, 2023

Last week, graphic designer Shakya Cheeks put together a mashup of high-intensity nuclear physics and hip hop. On July 21, the date which marked both Oppenheimer and Barbie‘s theater debuts in the U.S., she tweeted a tongue-in-cheek meme. “If it was ’09, I know would’ve dropped the tape today. #Oppenheimer,” she stated. It featured faux cover art for an unannounced Gucci Mane single, christened “Woppenheimer.” The hypothetical song’s cover art caught the Atlanta rapper’s attention, leading him to use it for his latest release. Today (July 28), the musician unveiled…

News

J. Cole Says “It’s A Lot Of Fire Female Rappers” In Kevin Hart Interview

Chad Mauli Jul 27, 2023

In hip hop, women have noticeably taken the front line of the genre. Offering his insight into the current state of music, J. Cole spotlighted the trend of more female rappers taking over and extended his praises to the trailblazing artists. During a guest appearance on Kevin Hart‘s Peacock talk show, “Hart to Heart,” the musician took the opportunity to expand on hip hop’s current place. “I think it’s fire,” Cole shared. He added, “It’s a whole different ballgame, you know what I mean? A whole different crop of young…

News

Travis Scott Reveals More Artwork For ‘Utopia’

Chad Mauli Jul 27, 2023

Utopia is on the horizon, and Travis Scott has fans eagerly awaiting its Friday (July 28) arrival with the revelation of the project’s cover art and an enigmatic movie trailer. On Tuesday (July 25), La Flame unveiled the third of five artworks. The musician shared his enthusiasm on Instagram. He stated, “THIS IS ONE OF THE COVERS FOR MY 4TH ALBUM, UTOPIA, SHOT BY PIETER HUGO. THE JOURNEY THE ALBUM TOOK ME ALL OVER THE WORLD, AND CAN’T WAIT TO FINALLY DROP THE ALBUM. THE MAIN COVER WILL DROP .…

News

Quavo Was Reportedly On A Miami Yacht During Its Attempted Robbery

Chad Mauli Jul 25, 2023

On Sunday (July 23), news broke after an alleged heist took place aboard a yacht docked by The Wharf Miami. Taking place around 9 p.m., Miami Beach Police Department was reportedly summoned to the scene. As confirmed by the police record, Quavo was among the crowd on the boat. Witness footage was released on Monday (July 24), capturing the rapper with his hands zip-tied behind his back. However, law enforcement at Miami Beach released him shortly after the incident without further issue. At the heart of the event were two…

News

Kid Cudi Calls Critics “Homophobic And Sad” After His Sexuality Is Questioned

Chad Mauli Jul 25, 2023

In a rant on Twitter this past Saturday (July 22), Kid Cudi took a stand against the homophobic remarks that are frequently lodged against him on social media. The musician spoke out about the unsettling trend of his joy being misinterpreted and maligned with questions about his sexuality. “ know what’s crazy, and really makes me question the world we live in, is when I post a picture of me smiling on IG and there’s mad comments questioning my sexuality floodin’ my page insults,” the artist wrote. Elsewhere, Cudi expressed…

News

Judge Declares Mistrial In YNW Melly Double Murder Case

Chad Mauli Jul 23, 2023

Today (July 22), court proceedings surrounding YNW Melly’s double murder charges reached an impasse in Broward County, Florida. Unable to reach a consensus after prolonged deliberation, the case’s jury prompted the presiding judge to declare a mistrial. The ruling comes nearly four years after the fatal shooting of YNW Sakchaser and YNW Juvy, both of whom were friends and collaborators of Melly. Circuit Court Judge John Murphy III made the statement following a two-day period of jury considerations. Prior to this, on Friday (July 21), the jury’s foreperson communicated their…

News

Sada Baby And Doe Boy End Their Tumultuous Beef

Chad Mauli Jul 23, 2023

Feuds from the past have been settled for rappers Sada Baby and Doe Boy, close on the heels of the former’s reconciliation with Tee Grizzley. In Instagram posts shared by both artists on Thursday (July 20), they were seen together, sparking speculation that their past differences had been put to rest. Sada captioned his photo with “Full Kourt Press. #WETM,” while Doe Beezy penned, “GANGSTA.” The rappers’ discord traces back to 2021 when Sada explicitly mentioned his distaste for the Cleveland native in response to an Instagram comment. As a…

News

Boosie Badazz Slams Kodak Black For Working With 6ix9ine

Chad Mauli Jul 21, 2023

Boosie Badazz recently vocalized his frustration over Kodak Black’s upcoming collaboration with 6ix9ine, whose reputation has been tainted by allegations of being a “snitch.” The Baton Rouge rapper took to Instagram Live on Thursday (July 20), giving Kodak a public dressing-down for working with the contentious musician. Boosie accused him of compromising his principles for a music collaboration. “That n**ga Yak messed me up,” he confessed. “I wonder how all them Zoes feel, dawg? I know them Zoes messed up right now,” he added while addressing the state of Florida’s…