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Tory Lanez Fails To Reach Plea Deal in Megan Thee Stallion Assault Case

Chad Mauli Nov 4, 2021

Tory Lanez’s felony assault case will proceed after he failed to reach a plea deal. Despite attempts to resolve the case, the Canadian rapper will head to court to face live testimony next month alleging he shot Megan Thee Stallion. According to Rolling Stone, Tory Lanez’s defense lawyer Shawn Holley appeared in a Los Angeles courtroom Wednesday and agreed to return with her client on Dec. 14 for his preliminary hearing, which would be necessary to send the case to trial. Last month, prosecutors said Lanez was in “meaningful discussions”…

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Jay-Z Joins Instagram

Chad Mauli Nov 4, 2021

It’s taken him six years, but JAY-Z is officially back on Instagram. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee launched his new Instagram page on Tuesday (Nov. 2) under the @jayz handle. In less than 24 hours, he had over 2 million followers. His Instagram profile displays a throwback pic of a young Hov. His first post was promoting the movie and soundtrack he produced, The Harder They Fall. In his IG Story, he shared a countdown to the Netflix premiere of the Western film, which stars Jonathan Majors,…

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Drake Shows Off Diamond Emoji Chain

Chad Mauli Nov 2, 2021

Drake loves his emojis. After debuting the emoji-filled cover for Certified Lover Boy, the OVO boss has now added an emoji chain to his collection. The diamond-covered necklace features 23 iced-out emoji charms including an owl, devil, piano, pill, tongue, heart, skull, eggplant, and the pregnant woman emoji, which is famously featured on his Damien Hirst-designed album cover. But making the chain was no easy task, according to the jeweler. “@champagnepapi thank you for trusting us with the project wasn’t easy but I think we killed it,” wrote NYCLUXURY, who…

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Cardi B Says Rappers Are Making ‘Depressing’ Music

Chad Mauli Nov 2, 2021

Cardi B is ready to turn up. While going on Instagram Live on Halloween, the “Up” rapper lamented about the state of hip-hop. Cardi said she’s tired of hearing the same “depressing” songs in the club and wants to make music that makes people “turn the f**k up.” “I came from the street club. And now that I’m in the game and everything and I be seeing all these motherfu**ers on Twitter like, ‘You need to have rap, you need to have bars, you need to have this…'” she told…

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See Rihanna, Cardi B, The Weeknd, & Ciara’s Halloween Costumes

Chad Mauli Nov 2, 2021

The stars played dress up once again while celebrating Halloween all weekend long. From the creepy to the crazy, sexy, cool, they spared no expense nailing their over-the-top looks. Rihanna proved that her drip was too hard as she recreated one of Gunna’s famous fit pics. She made fans do a double take, rocking braids, black shorts, a leather vest, and Rick Owens sneaker boots (which she called the “Gunna’z”), completing the look with several chains and sunglasses. She even mimicked Gunna’s exact poses, prompting a reaction from the YSL…

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The Fugees Delay Reunion Tour To 2022

Chad Mauli Oct 31, 2021

The Fugees are not quite ready to hit the road. The legendary hip-hop group consisting of Ms. Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean, and Pras Michel has delayed its reunion tour to 2022. In a post on their official Instagram account, the trio announced plans to add more dates when the trek kicks off early next year. “Dates for our upcoming Fugees 25th Anniversary Tour are moving to early 2022 to ensure the best chance that all cities on the tour are fully open so we can perform for as many fans…

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Meek Mill Walks Off Plane over ‘Racist’ Flight Attendant

Chad Mauli Oct 31, 2021

Meek Mill threatened to walk off a plane after an encounter with what he calls a “racist” flight attendant. The Expensive Pain rapper boarded a private jet on Friday (Oct. 29) shortly before he was confronted by a crew member, who accused him and his crew of smoking weed. In video shared to his Instagram Story, Meek can be seen sitting on the plane and addressing the man. “We just stepped on here 30 seconds ago,” he tells the attendant, who claims he smelled weed. https://twitter.com/DailyLoud/status/1454440000423141383?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1454440000423141383%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rap-up.com%2F2021%2F10%2F30%2Fmeek-mill-walks-off-plane-racist-flight-attendant%2F After realizing that he…

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Will Smith Says He Contemplated Suicide

Chad Mauli Oct 31, 2021

Will Smith is opening up about a recent dark period in his life. The actor reveals that he contemplated suicide while filming his upcoming YouTube Originals docuseries, “Will Smith: The Best Shape of My Life,” in which he sets out to lose 20 pounds in 20 weeks after gaining weight during quarantine. “This began as a journey to get into the best shape of my life,” the King Richard star says in the trailer. https://youtu.be/S8p63B_xe2M However, he admits the process also took a toll on his mental health. “When I…

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Jay-Z Drops ‘The Harder They Fall’ Soundtrack Featuring Lauryn Hill, Kid Cudi, & Jadakiss

Chad Mauli Oct 29, 2021

JAY-Z unveils the star-studded soundtrack to The Harder They Fall. The 14-track companion to the Jeymes Samuel-directed film features powerhouse collaborations from JAY-Z and Kid Cudi on “Guns Go Bang.” Hov also joins Jadakiss, Conway the Machine, and BackRoad Gee on “King Kong Riddim,” while Ms. Lauryn Hill can be heard alongside Fatoumata Diawara on “Black Woman.” Other contributors include CeeLo Green, Seal, Koffee, and Barrington Levy. “We just love to bend things and play with the music and put sound beds over things that people don’t think is typical,”…

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Alicia Keys Debuts New Single ‘Best of Me’

Chad Mauli Oct 29, 2021

Ahead of her double album KEYS, Alicia Keys presents her newest single “Best of Me.” The slow-burning groove was written by Alicia and Raphael Saadiq and samples Sade’s “Cherish the Day.” She has released two versions, the “Original” and the “Unlocked” produced by Mike WiLL Made-It. “Every time I hear this song I lose my mind!!” said Alicia. “Get ready to be addicted.” Alicia has also shared a preview of the romantic video, which co-stars her husband Swizz Beatz. https://twitter.com/aliciakeys/status/1453900773570473989?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1453900773570473989%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rap-up.com%2F2021%2F10%2F28%2Falicia-keys-best-of-me%2F “Best of Me” follows “LALA (Unlocked)” with Swae Lee off…

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Travis Scott Announces Astroworld Festival Lineup

Chad Mauli Oct 27, 2021

Travis Scott has revealed the lineup for his Astroworld Festival. The two-day fest will return to NRG Park in Houston on Nov. 5 and 6 with a star-studded set of performers, which were personally hand-picked by Travis himself. In addition to a headlining performance from the Houston rapper, the 2021 lineup includes SZA, Lil Baby, Roddy Ricch, Young Thug, Tame Impala, Bad Bunny, Master P, 21 Savage, and Earth, Wind & Fire. Other performers include Don Toliver, Baby Keem, Toro y Moi, BIA, Chief Keef, and Sheck Wes, among others.…

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Mac Miller’s Drug Supplier Pleads Guilty to Fentanyl Charge

Chad Mauli Oct 27, 2021

The man who supplied the deadly pills that killed Mac Miller has accepted a plea deal. According to court documents, obtained by TMZ, Stephen Walter pleaded guilty to one count of distribution of fentanyl. Prosecutors agreed to drop the second drug-related charge, conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance. Walter is accused of indirectly giving Mac’s alleged dealer, Cameron James Pettit, deadly Percocet tablets that ended up causing him to overdose. Pettit contacted Walter, who sent a runner, Ryan Reavis, to drop them off at Miller’s house on Sept. 5, 2018.…

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Drake Celebrates 35th Birthday with ‘Narcos’-Themed Party

Chad Mauli Oct 25, 2021

The Boy turns 35. Drake rounded up his closest friends while celebrating at his Narcos-themed birthday party, dubbed “Chico Amante” (translation lover boy). The star-studded bash was held at Goya Studios in Hollywood on Saturday night with guests including Offset, Jack Harlow, Future, 24kGoldn, and Drake’s father, Dennis Graham. In a nod to the Netflix series, tables were covered with money and bricks of fake cocaine, while “Chico Amante” merch was handed out to partygoers. Drizzy dressed for the occasion in a cowboy hat and boots, fringe jacket, and denim…

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Boosie Badazz Unleashes Homophobic Rant on Lil Nas X

Chad Mauli Oct 25, 2021

Lil Nas X and Boosie Badazz continue to be at war. While on Instagram Live on Saturday morning, Nas trolled his followers by suggesting that he had a collaboration with Boosie despite their well-documented history. https://twitter.com/rapalert4/status/1451959612706525184?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1451959612706525184%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rap-up.com%2F2021%2F10%2F24%2Fboosie-badazz-lil-nas-x-homophobic-rant%2F Nas’ suggestion that they had a song together was enough to send Boosie off the handle. Taking to Twitter, the Baton Rouge rapper responded with a vile homophobic tirade against the “Industry Baby” hitmaker. “STOP TROLLING ME F***OT LOL ‼️ U A WHOLE BITCH PLAYING WITH A GANGSTA SMH U CAN KEEP SUCKING D**K…

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Adele Ranks Her Favorite Beyoncé Albums

Chad Mauli Oct 23, 2021

Adele is sharing her favorite Beyoncé albums. While answering Vogue’s “73 Questions” at her home in L.A., the “Easy On Me” singer was given the tough task of ranking Queen Bey’s top three albums. “That could be controversial. The Hive might come and kill me,” Adele joked before sharing her “personal favorites.” At the top of her list is Bey’s third studio album I Am… Sasha Fierce. The “sublime double album” was followed by 2016’s Lemonade. https://youtu.be/544DTGHIBM0 Her third choice was a toss up, but she ultimately went with B’Day.…

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Lil Durk and India Royale Address Breakup Rumors

Chad Mauli Oct 23, 2021

Lil Durk and India Royale are still going strong. On Thursday, there were rumors that the couple had broken up after Durk unfollowed India on Instagram. To add to the speculation, India deleted all photos of the Chicago rapper from her account. Lil Durk and India Royale are still going strong. On Thursday, there were rumors that the couple had broken up after Durk unfollowed India on Instagram. To add to the speculation, India deleted all photos of the Chicago rapper from her account. View this post on Instagram A…

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Nicki Minaj and Young Thug Join Elton John on ‘Always Love You’

Chad Mauli Oct 23, 2021

Elton John’s new album The Lockdown Sessions arrives today featuring appearances from Lil Nas X, 6LACK, and Stevie Wonder. The star-studded set also includes a collaboration with Nicki Minaj and Young Thug, who join the 74-year-old icon on “Always Love You.” Sir Elton kicks off the piano-driven track before the Punk rapper adds his super slimey flow. The Queen comes through with bars and vocals, which she previously teased. “Once upon a time when we rolled out / But now, baby, oh no, you sold out,” Nicki raps on her…

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Eve Says There Are ‘A Lot of Clones’ In Hip-Hop

Chad Mauli Oct 21, 2021

Eve is weighing in on the state of hip-hop. While promoting her new ABC show “Queens” on “The Daily Show,” the Philly rapper-turned-actress was asked what she thinks of hip-hop now versus when she was coming up in the late ’90s/early 2000s. Eve kept it real, revealing that she feels there is not enough originality in hip-hop today. “There’s a lot of clones,” she told Trevor Noah. “I feel like back in the day, uniqueness was celebrated and I think now there’s a lot of the sameness and that to…

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Crypto Group Buys Wu-Tang Album for $4 Million

Chad Mauli Oct 21, 2021

The new owner of Wu-Tang Clan’s unreleased album Once Upon a Time in Shaolin has been revealed. On Wednesday, a group called PleasrDAO announced that it has purchased the only existing copy from the U.S. government for $4 million. PleasrDAO, which consists of 70 members, describes itself as “a collective of artists, anons, crypto degens, cypherpunks, and visionaries.” The 31-track album was seized from convicted pharmaceutical CEO Martin Shkreli, known as “Pharma Bro,” and sold in July to an anonymous buyer for an undisclosed amount. Proceeds from the sale went…

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Big Sean Unleashes Freestyle for L.A. Leakers

Chad Mauli Oct 21, 2021

Big Sean is back in beast mode. After over a decade, the Detroit rapper delivered his first freestyle for Power 106’s L.A. Leakers where he rapped over four different beats—from Drake to Kanye West. With Hit-Boy by his side, he reflected about being with Kobe Bryant on Jan. 1, 2020 (“Trapped inside a year that can’t get no worse”) and referenced his girlfriend Jhené Aiko (“Just like NBA players in my girl’s DMs”). He also brought up the Tuskegee experiment (“They’ve been exploiting us since we got off this ship”).…