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City Girls’ Yung Miami and JT Trade Shots on Twitter, Fans Concerned About Group’s Future

Chad Mauli Apr 9, 2024

Yung Miami and JT, the duo behind the City Girls, have been embroiled in a public feud on social media. It started when Yung Miami accused JT of throwing subliminal jabs at her, pointing to the songs "No Bars" and "Sideways" as evidence. JT initially feigned ignorance, asking which songs were about Miami, but later accused her of seeking attention. The feud comes on the heels of JT's spat with gossip blogger KenBarbie and speculation that the pair's friendship had soured. Fans had previously criticized Miami for not defending JT…

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Rod212 Teams up With Evan Joseph To Create the Psychedelic Single, “She Right There”

Chad Mauli Apr 8, 2024

Rod212 continues to push the lines of his creativity with his new single “She Right There” featuring Evan Joseph. In the landscape of hip hop, there are artists that spread across a wide range of styles and sounds, yet few in the current era have mastered their craft quite like Rod212. His music blurs the lines of Hip Hop and R&B, veering away from the normal saturated trend to create a sound that is uniquely his. A modern-day poet and lyricist with a melodic flow that has gained respect and…

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DaBaby’s Encounter with an Overzealous Fan: A Closer Look

Chad Mauli Apr 8, 2024

On Sunday, April 7, a video of DaBaby's encounter with an older female fan at a gas station went viral. The "Rockstar" rapper was sitting in his car when the fan approached, excited to see him. After taking a selfie with him, she sat on his lap and made inappropriate comments. When she left, DaBaby expressed his discomfort, saying, "She sexually assaulted me, boy, let's go." The video sparked a range of reactions from fans, with some joking about the situation and others expressing concern for DaBaby's well-being. The incident…

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The Story of FYB J Mane: It Hit Different Fr Fr

Chad Mauli Apr 8, 2024

What up gang. Back with the real you know what’s the deal. Chicago has more characters than a crossover of X-men and the Avengers, but there’s one savage that’s more elusive than a good gift for dads on father’s day. The man that has been rumored to be at the beginning of drill and had many a battles with the oppiest of opps. When it comes to disrespect, he’s up there with Duck nem. I’m talkm bout FYB J Mane, Mr It Hit Different. He seems to be everywhere and…

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Drake’s ‘It’s All A Blur Tour’ Comes to an End: A Resounding Success

Chad Mauli Apr 8, 2024

Drake has completed the second leg of his "It's All a Blur Tour - Big as the What?" featuring J. Cole, Lil Wayne, and Lil Durk. The tour, which included 88 shows, ended in Newark, New Jersey, at the Prudential Center on April 5. In a celebratory Instagram post, Drake expressed his gratitude for the support he received during the tour, stating, "How do you finish something? A little at a time until less becomes more and more becomes less on the other side. Thank you to all of you…

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Shaboozey Recounts “Liberating” Collaboration with Beyoncé on ‘COWBOY CARTER’ Project

Chad Mauli Apr 6, 2024

Beyoncé's latest album, COWBOY CARTER, features a diverse range of artists from the country genre, including both established and emerging talents. Among the newcomers is Shaboozey, who contributed his vocals to "SPAGHETTII" and "SWEET HONEY BUCKIIN'." In a recent interview, Shaboozey shared his experience working on the album, which is expected to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. He described the recording process as collaborative and fluid, with various artists working in different rooms and recording their parts at different times. "It's cool how you don't know…

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Ice Spice Jokes About Being Responsible for Earthquake in New York City Metropolitan Area

Chad Mauli Apr 6, 2024

On Friday, April 5, a 4.8-magnitude earthquake centered near Lebanon, New Jersey, shook the New York City metropolitan area and was felt as far away as Maine and Washington, D.C. The earthquake struck at approximately 10:23 a.m. and caused buildings to shake across the Tri-State Area, prompting widespread concern online. The earthquake was the strongest to hit the East Coast since 2011, and its effects were felt in New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. While some people took to social media to joke about the incident, others highlighted the…

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Liberian Rapper Zayzayy Wishes You Would Listen And We Think You Should Too

Chad Mauli Apr 6, 2024

If you didn’t see the vision, today wouldn’t be the best time to pull up on Zay. The rapper’s latest release “I Wish” is an infectious dedication to progress, detailing his need to prosper beyond his circumstances and failed attempts at love and loyal friendship. The single’s visual, directed by Ricoshotme, captures the MC’s subtle vulnerability blended with defiant and unflinching confidence which shows up just as clearly through the record itself. The anthem captures the profile of a rapper that may just take his purpose and sense of direction…

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Bryson Tiller Addresses Mixed Reactions to His Self-Titled Album: “Not Gon’ Like Every Song”

Chad Mauli Apr 5, 2024

Bryson Tiller's highly anticipated self-titled studio album is set to be released on Friday, April 5, and will feature 19 tracks with guest appearances from Victoria Monét and Clara La San. In an interview with Billboard, Tiller discussed how the album differs from his previous releases and warned listeners that not everyone will like every song. "There are people who despise 'Whatever She Wants.' They're like, 'I don't wanna hear him do this. I want to hear him do that.' I got music for everybody on here. I got a…

Rappers Who Passed Away In 2022 (Chicago, Memphis, Atlanta, Louisiana, Brooklyn, London, Miami, Philly)

Chad Mauli Apr 5, 2024

What up gang. Back with the real you know what’s the deal. Rap has steadily worked its way into becoming what is believed to be one of the most dangerous careers. It’s closing steel doors and throwing away keys and snatching souls like the Grim Reaper. We’ve seen many losses over the years, but 2022 was a bloody year for hip-hop. From beef turning violent, to assassinations, to backdoors, hip-hop lost far too many rappers. These are the rappers from different cities that didn’t make it to 2023 and how…

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Lil Nas X Claps Back at Critic Alleging Relationship with ‘Sun Dodger’

Chad Mauli Apr 5, 2024

Lil Nas X is currently promoting his latest single, "Light Again," which was released on March 29. However, a recent TikTok video featuring the artist has sparked controversy online. In the clip, someone of a lighter complexion is seen placing their hand on Nas X's chin and chest while he raps the lyrics, which one social media user interpreted as a "class/status thing." The user referred to white people as "sun dodgers," a term that was unfamiliar to many and sparked confusion online. Some misinterpreted the slur as a new…

Tattoos, Gangs, and Identity: A Complex Interplay in Correctional Facilities

Chad Mauli Apr 5, 2024

Throughout history, tattoos have held different meanings and connotations. In correctional facilities, tattoos play a unique role in the complex interplay of gangs and personal identity. The origins of tattoos in correctional facilities can be traced back to the early days of incarceration, where inmates would use makeshift tools to etch their stories onto their skin. Over time, these tattoos evolved to become powerful symbols of gang affiliation, personal expression, and defiance in the face of authority.History Of Tattoos In Correctional FacilitiesIn correctional facilities, tattoos have a deeply rooted history…

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The Final Hours of Martin Luther King Jr

Chad Mauli Apr 4, 2024

Wednesday morning, April 3, 1968, Martin Luther King Jr. boarded Eastern Air Lines Flight 381 in Atlanta. Along with four of his top aides, he was flying to Memphis on an urgent mission to support the sanitation workers’ strike among other things https://youtu.be/sbjUJCISwAo (1:52-1:58) With King were three men — Ralph Abernathy, Andrew Young and Bernard Lee and one woman, Dorothy Cotton. Dorothy Cotton would later recount the moment they were aboard the flight to Memphis. Before they could take off, over the comms the pilot announced, “I have to…

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LSU Standout Angel Reese Enters WNBA Draft, Aims for Pro Basketball Career

Chad Mauli Apr 4, 2024

On April 3, Angel Reese announced her decision to enter the 2024 WNBA Draft, concluding her successful collegiate basketball career on a high note. Reese played a pivotal role in leading LSU to their first national title in 2023 and was honored as the Final Four Most Outstanding Player. Despite LSU's season ending in the Elite Eight against Iowa, Reese's impact on the team has been profound. Expressing her gratitude and excitement for the future, Reese thanked her supporters for their love and encouragement, highlighting her achievements in college, including…

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Chance The Rapper and Kirsten Corley End Marriage: Social Media Shares Mixed Reactions

Chad Mauli Apr 4, 2024

Chance the Rapper and Kirsten Corley have announced their decision to divorce after five years of marriage. The couple shared a joint statement on their Instagram Stories, revealing they underwent a period of separation before the final decree. They expressed gratitude for the time they spent together and asked for privacy and respect as they navigate this transition. Chance and Corley have a long history together, having met when Chance was just 9 years old. They began dating in 2013 and married in March 2019 at Pelican Hill Resort in…

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The Story of Lil Migo: From Loses 2 Wins

Chad Mauli Apr 3, 2024

What up gang. Back with the real you know what’s the deal. It’s been a year and some months since Memphis lost the legend Young Dolph, but Memphis has continued to shake and bake with rappers that doing their thing. One of em is the CMG artist Lil Migo His life been had some near misses before he got to the music bag, but it came with losses of his day one, his pops, and still the beef between CMG and Paper Route got him in an altercation with Dolph’s…

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Flau’jae Johnson Stands Up for Angel Reese Amid Criticism: ‘You Don’t Know Her’

Chad Mauli Apr 3, 2024

After LSU's loss to Iowa in the Elite Eight on Monday night, Angel Reese, the standout forward for the LSU Tigers, emotionally reflected on the challenges she has faced over the past year. In a post-game interview that brought her to tears, Reese candidly shared the struggles she has endured, including receiving death threats, being sexualized, and facing various threats. Despite these adversities, she emphasized her commitment to standing strong for her teammates and maintaining her resilience in the face of adversity. Reese acknowledged the significant impact winning the national…

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Exciting Collaboration Alert: GloRilla and Megan Thee Stallion Tease New Music!

Chad Mauli Apr 3, 2024

GloRilla and Megan Thee Stallion are set to release a new song together ahead of their upcoming show run. The collaboration is expected to feature on GloRilla's Ehhthang Ehhthang album, scheduled for release on Friday, April 5. In a recent clip shared by the Houston native, GloRilla humorously commented on their collaboration, creating anticipation for the upcoming track. The video showed the duo in the studio, with Megan Thee Stallion expressing excitement about the project and hinting at the energy they are bringing to the song. https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5Q_g8Ux1m9 While the title…

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Mississippi Rapper Topher Is a Revolutionary, Visionary, and Musical Activist With Limitless Potential

Chad Mauli Apr 1, 2024

Stepping outside of the normal imitated sound, Topher is using his God-given talent to create music that inspires. Mississippi rapper Topher grew up in the town of Kilmichael, the same as the late legend B.B. King. After serving for 6 years in the United States Air Force as a cryptologic language analyst, he relocated to Philadelphia, MS where his music career prospered. Influenced by skilled lyricists such as Eminem with his delivery and vulnerability to use his life experiences and trauma for his art, Topher was inspired to be just…

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Spazz Drilly and Lee Drilly Life Behind Bars

Chad Mauli Apr 1, 2024

What up gang. Back with the real you know what’s the deal. The Bronx drill scene is on a steady decline cause dudes can’t seem to stay out of trouble. The genre has turned into beef, violence, and self-snitching, and rappers are getting taken down like they was Christmas lights in January. https://www.reddit.com/r/NYStateOfMind/comments/118h36o/lee_drilly_recent_vid_in_the_feds The man they call the Godfather of Bronx Drill Spazz Drilly and his partna Lee Drilly, are no exception. The feds was dropping charges like there was no tomorrow, murder, attempted murder, drug trafficking, it’s not looking…