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Doja Cat Unleashes Vibrant ‘Scarlet 2 CLAUDE’ Reissue

Chad Mauli May 18, 2024

In 2024, Doja Cat has had a remarkable year so far, attending the Met Gala, announcing a collaboration with Airbnb, and releasing Scarlet 2 CLAUDE. Today, May 17, she reissued the album with new versions of “Shutcho,” “DISRESPECTFUL,” and “ACKNOWLEDGE ME,” featuring The Joy. The South African boy group had previously joined Doja for her headlining performance at Coachella in April. The band shared the news on Twitter, expressing their excitement about the release of the three songs. Scarlet 2 CLAUDE was initially released on April 5 with seven new…

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The Weeknd Teases Trilogy Of Albums

Chad Mauli May 18, 2024

The Weeknd is working on another trilogy. Fresh off the release of Dawn FM, the XO superstar took to Twitter to reveal that his latest album is part of a trilogy. “i wonder… did you know you’re experiencing a new trilogy?” he cryptically asked his followers. https://twitter.com/theweeknd/status/1480621201605083139?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1480621201605083139%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rap-up.com%2F2022%2F01%2F10%2Fthe-weeknd-teases-album-trilogy%2F He didn’t provide more information, but fans have theorized that the trilogy includes his 2020 album After Hours, Dawn FM, and a third album called After Life, which was teased on Dawn FM. The track “Every Angel Is Terrifying” serves as an ’80s-inspired…

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Immerse Into the Smooth Soul of Tian Boothe’s New Single “CP Original”

Chad Mauli May 16, 2024

Tian Boothe is well-rounded and familiar with the entertainment industry. Having worked on films, stage shows, and music videos, the gifted singer-songwriter is also known as a director. Tian Boothejust released her new single for CP Original this week! According to Tian Boothe, the song is all about fantasy and what it feels like throughout the day. “There’s something about being in the moment which brings spontaneity to create beauty in expression,” she shared. https://open.spotify.com/track/0Teu1Vaj2B6jXllgc6hB0e?si=9d3070371c59498d “I want people to enjoy this song and it is entertaining. It’s about having fun…

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Don Domo Runs up the Bands in His Latest Single, “Count Up”

Chad Mauli May 15, 2024

Even after enduring hardships through his upbringing, Don Domo is creating a lane for himself with consistent heat for his growing fanbase. Born Dominique Smith in Milwaukee Wi, he was a child that encountered many struggles along his way. His adolescent years were spent bouncing between foster care and group homes, until the age of 17 when his life would change forever. Drawing inspiration from musical influences like Kevin Gates, Lil Wayne, and Mo3, he adopted the alias Don Domo and took up the mic to embark on his start…

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Controversial Allegations: DJ Akademiks Faces Rape and Defamation Lawsuit

Chad Mauli May 15, 2024

DJ Akademiks, whose real name is Livingston Allen, is being sued for rape and defamation by a woman who claims he and two other men sexually assaulted her in 2022. The lawsuit was filed on May 14 by Fauziya "Ziya" Abashe, who reportedly met the internet personality in 2021. According to court documents obtained by Rolling Stone, Abashe alleges that in July 2022, she was invited to Akademiks' home, where she encountered two men who allegedly spiked her drink and continued serving her alcohol until they raped her. She further…

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Cardi B Hits Billion-Stream Milestone for Four Tracks on Spotify

Chad Mauli May 15, 2024

In the latest episode of Spotify's "Billions Club: The Series," Cardi B marked a significant milestone by celebrating four of her records surpassing a billion plays on the platform. To commemorate this achievement, the rapper enjoyed a Caribbean meal, using her new Spotify plaques as plates while savoring oxtails, rice, and plantains. Dressed in a pink bathrobe and slippers, Cardi shared personal anecdotes about the creation of each track. She began with her 2018 feature on Maroon 5's "Girls Like You," which she dedicated to her child. "This song is…

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Soulja Boy and 21 Savage’s Hometown Feud Escalates

Chad Mauli May 14, 2024

Over the weekend, Soulja Boy and 21 Savage engaged in a lighthearted exchange of jabs, diverging from the typical trend of escalating rap feuds through music. Today, the "Turn My Swag On" artist tweeted, dismissing 21 Savage's comments by stating, "21 is speaking on my name; he must be trippin’. I cannot be scared of a n**ga from Great Britain." It's worth noting that Savage relocated from London to Atlanta at the age of 7. https://twitter.com/souljaboy/status/1790013361591136715 After obtaining permanent U.S. residency in 2023, the Grammy-winning rapper embarked on a brief…

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Kendrick Lamar Dominates Billboard Hot 100 with “Not Like Us”

Chad Mauli May 14, 2024

On May 13, Kendrick Lamar achieved his second Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 song of the year with "Not Like Us." This success followed his feature on "Like That," a collaboration with Future and Metro Boomin that topped the charts in April. "Not Like Us" adds to Lamar's list of chart-topping singles, including "HUMBLE." in 2017 and Taylor Swift's "Bad Blood" in 2015. Additionally, his track "euphoria," aimed at rival Drake, climbed to No. 3 from No. 11. The song "Not Like Us" garnered 70.9 million streams and 15,000 traditional…

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Life Journey Experts Releases “The Rise Up” Under Music Equals Medicine Publishing

Chad Mauli May 13, 2024

Gathering the minds of creative artists across the globe, Music Equals Medicine Publishing has assembled the Avengers of the rap game, Life Journey Experts. Music Equals Medicine Publishing set out on a mission to create something more than the vanity-filled music of the current industry glorifying trapping, violence, promiscuity, and negativity. This inspired their space where creatives who share the same purpose to compose music with a positive message can all come together to impact and make the world a better place. https://youtu.be/9KSDnedNeok Their vision for embracing and molding the…

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Drake Teases Upcoming Music Release on Instagram

Chad Mauli May 13, 2024

Drake appears to have concluded his recent exchange with Kendrick Lamar by sharing a new meme on his Instagram Story. The post featured an image of a lone soldier facing a multitude of oncoming attackers, symbolizing the challenges he has faced from various artists like Metro Boomin, Future, Kendrick Lamar, ASAP Rocky, and Rick Ross. https://youtu.be/N9bKBAA22Go The escalation of the feud intensified after Kendrick Lamar's verse on Future and Metro Boomin's track "Like That," where Lamar delivered fiery lines like "Think I won’t drop the location? I still got PTSD/…

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Soulja Boy Escalates Feud with 21 Savage and Metro Boomin

Chad Mauli May 13, 2024

After a resurfaced tweet from Metro Boomin where he compared his studio sessions with Jeezy to sending beats to Soulja Boy, the rapper didn't hold back on social media. Soulja Boy took direct shots at Metro Boomin on Instagram Live, prompting a response from 21 Savage who challenged him with a simple "Or what?" on DJ Akademiks' page. Soulja Boy didn't back down and fired off disrespectful posts at Metro Boomin on Twitter. In a series of tweets, Soulja Boy threatened to physically confront both 21 Savage and Metro Boomin,…

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How to Properly Tune a Cello

Chad Mauli May 12, 2024

When learning how to play an instrument, there are several things that you should know especially if you’re just a novice. In playing the cello, one of the required things to know is tuning. At the beginning of your lessons (if you are taking such), your teacher would most likely teach and guide you all throughout. But during these early stages, it is recommendable to practice independently. This will equip you to be more advanced in the future. Basic guides to tune a cello Tuning Sequence In tuning a cello,…

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JT Releases Extended Version of Smash Single “OKAY”

Chad Mauli May 12, 2024

JT, one half of the rap duo City Girls, has been making waves as a solo artist. Her track "OKAY" recently charted on the Billboard Hot 100, and she has now released an extended version of the song. In the new verse, JT appears to respond to fellow rapper Sukihana, rapping about letting go of haters and claiming her status as a "City Cinderella." Sukihana's recent song "COCAINE" included lyrics that seemingly diss JT, referencing her past legal troubles and a physical altercation with Lil Uzi Vert at the 2023…

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OWE GOD Dropping Jaws With His Mind-blowing Single, “How You Be”

Chad Mauli May 12, 2024

Infusing his Southern roots with his evolving environment, OWE GOD is developing a new Colorado Hip Hop sound as heard in his introspective single, “How You Be.” Texas native Russell Martin was introduced to Hip Hop through timeless songs like Digable Planets’ “Cool Like Dat. Russell would adopt the alias, UpitumeE, releasing his debut full length project, "Chaotic Precision" in 2008. The next two years was spent touring across Texas rocking avenues with crowd favorites from the project. https://open.spotify.com/track/2UgHeAkqD9LvGK4FZJ5vU2?si=c47e45cdf63842b7 Sadly, 2012 was bittersweet. Graduating with honors from The University of…

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Drake Requests Privacy: Asks News Station to Cease Early Morning Flights

Chad Mauli May 11, 2024

Drake has faced a tumultuous period following the release of Future and Metro Boomin's "Like That," featuring Kendrick Lamar. The Compton rapper's verse on the track sparked a heated feud between him and Drake, resulting in a series of diss tracks exchanged between the two artists. While most of the conflict has remained within the realm of music, several unrelated incidents have unfolded near Drake's Toronto residence, attracting attention from local news outlets. In response to the disturbances, Drake took to Instagram Stories to address the noise from helicopter flights…

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End of an Era: TDE’s CEO Declares Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s Battle Resolved

Chad Mauli May 11, 2024

On Friday night (May 10), TDE's Top Dawg made a significant statement regarding the ongoing battle between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. In a tweet, the esteemed label owner declared, "This battle is concluded. A victory for the culture, maintaining the conflict within the realm of music. https://twitter.com/dangerookipawaa/status/1789118880440582175 Despite attempts by some publications to distort the narrative, we have proven them wrong. This in itself is a triumph. Additionally, it's time to finalize the TDE 20th-anniversary compilation." Fans reacted to Top Dawg's tweet, with some suggesting that Kendrick's silence could be…

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Veeze Defends Kobe Bryant’s GOAT Status Against Stephen A. Smith’s Criticism

Chad Mauli May 10, 2024

Veeze, a Detroit rapper, recently called out sports commentator Stephen A. Smith for what he perceived as disrespect towards the late Kobe Bryant. In a video reaction to ESPN's "First Take" segment, Veeze accused Smith of being biased against certain players and hating on Bryant specifically. He criticized Smith's appearance, saying his suit, hairline, and makeup were weak, and urged him to stop speaking negatively about Bryant. The "First Take" clip featured Smith and Jay Williams responding to Shaquille O'Neal's remarks about Bryant's place in the GOAT debate alongside Michael…

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Coi Leray’s ‘Lemon Cars’ EP: Produced by Mike WiLL Made-It

Chad Mauli May 10, 2024

Coi Leray recently announced the upcoming release of her EP titled "Lemon Cars," executive produced by Mike WiLL Made-It, scheduled to be available on streaming platforms on May 24. This EP marks her first full-length project under Island Records, following her previous releases, COI and Blue Moon, which debuted under Republic Records in 2023. Tracks from her previous work included songs like “Liquor and Weed,” “Wicked Butterflies,” and “Isabel Marant.” The anticipated "Lemon Cars" EP is set to feature tracks like “Can’t Come Back” and “Wanna Come Thru,” with the…

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Travis Scott and Live Nation Reach Settlement in Astroworld Wrongful Death Cases

Chad Mauli May 9, 2024

Travis Scott and Live Nation have settled nine out of the ten wrongful death lawsuits related to the tragic Astroworld Festival crowd crush nearly three years after the event. During a recent court hearing on May 8, Live Nation's lawyer, Neal Manne, disclosed that all but one of the legal claims had been resolved. The remaining lawsuit involves the family of 9-year-old Ezra Blount, the youngest victim of the concert tragedy, with discussions about the trial scheduled for next week. The terms of the settlements remain confidential due to a…

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The Unstoppable Songstress: Cardi B’s Inspiring Tale

Chad Mauli May 9, 2024

On May 8, Vogue shared an original short story created by Cardi B for the 2024 Met Gala, titled "The Little Diva That Could." In the clip posted on TikTok, Cardi narrated the tale, describing a "little queen" who wanted to "slay" at the event and went through various looks before finding the perfect ensemble. Cardi concluded the story by saying, "This is not no ' Red Riding Hood.' Here in Manhattan, we have 'The Little Diva That Could,' but you couldn't… You couldn't. See you next year." Cardi B…