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Aaliyah Estate Gains Control of youtube Account, Announces 2021 Plans

Chad Mauli Dec 27, 2020

Aaliyah music is coming to YouTube in 2021. On Christmas Day, the late singer’s estate announced that they have gained control of her official YouTube channel. It’s unclear what their plans are, but fans are hopeful that more content including music videos and audio will be available on the streaming platform. The “AaliyahMusicVideo” account, which has nearly 800,000 subscribers, currently features low quality versions of her videos including “One in a Million,” “Try Again,” and “4 Page Letter.” “Thank you for all of your love and support. We are proud…

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SZA SURPRISES WITH NEW SONG ‘GOOD DAYS’

Chad Mauli Dec 25, 2020

SZA is giving fans a gift this Christmas. Nearly four months after dropping her Neptunes-produced single “Hit Different” with Ty Dolla $ign, the TDE songstress SZA surprises with her second solo release of 2020, “Good Days,” released on Christmas Day. If the song sounds familiar, that’s because it was included as the outro track to her “Hit Different” video. “Still worried that I wasted the best of me on you, babe / You don’t care,” she sings. This is hopefully a sign that SZA’s long-awaited sophomore album is finally on…

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JAY-Z Reportedly in Talks to Sell TIDAL to Square

Chad Mauli Dec 25, 2020

JAY-Z may be making another power move. The Roc Nation mogul has reportedly been in talks to sell his music streaming service TIDAL to Jack Dorsey’s digital-payment company, Square Inc. According to Bloomberg, JAY-Z has privately met with Dorsey multiple times during the pandemic. The potential deal is part of a push for Square to diversify. However, the negotiations may not result in an actual transaction. JAY-Z acquired TIDAL from Swedish company Aspiro in March 2015 for a reported $56 million, but the streaming service has struggled to keep up…

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Diddy Surprises His Mother With $1 Million For Her Birtdayday

Chad Mauli Dec 23, 2020

Diddy is going all out for his mama. In honor of Janice Combs’ 80th birthday, the Bad Boy mogul hosted a lavish party at his house where he presented his mother with a $1 million check and a brand new Bentley. In the video footage, shared by Diddy’s youngest son Christian “King” Combs, a shocked Janice opened a blue box to find the seven-figure check. The jaw-dropping surprises continued as a blue Bentley rolled up to the party. #Diddy gifted his mom a $1 million cheque and a #Bentley for…

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Ja Rule Says He Would ‘Smoke’ 50 Cent in Verzuz Battle

Chad Mauli Dec 23, 2020

While a Ja Rule and 50 Cent Verzuz battle is unlikely, Ja is confident he would win if it were to go down. Speaking with HipHopDX, Ja claims that the proposed pairing between the longtime rivals won’t happen because 50 doesn’t want the smoke. “That ain’t gon’ happen,” said Ja, whose beef with 50 dates back two decades. “Everybody don’t want this smoke. I got heat. Let me tell you something, when I do my shows, I can rock. I’m telling you, it’s like an hour of straight hit records.…

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Ariana Grande Is Engaged to Dalton Gomez

Chad Mauli Dec 21, 2020

Ariana Grande is engaged! The “positions” singer has announced her engagement to real estate agent Dalton Gomez. On Sunday (Dec. 20), she shared a series of photos on Instagram including one where she shows off a massive diamond engagement ring. “forever n then some,” Grande captioned the images. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ariana Grande (@arianagrande) The couple has been dating for less than a year. In May, they made their first public appearance in Ariana and Justin Bieber’s video for “Stuck with U.” Gomez helped…

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Eminem Warns Drake: ‘They’re Gonna Turn on You Too’

Chad Mauli Dec 21, 2020

Eminem is looking out for Drake. On Side B of his album Music to Be Murdered By, the “Rap God” offers some advice to hip-hop’s reigning MC. On “Zeus,” he opens up about fickle fans and warns the beloved Toronto rapper that while he may be on top now, that could change. “And, Drake, they’re gonna turn on you one day too / And the more you win, the sooner they do,” raps Em. He goes on to share his own experiences with critics throughout his career. “They’ll be calling…

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Lil Wayne Drops ‘No Ceilings 3: B Side’ Mixtape

Chad Mauli Dec 19, 2020

Another one. Just three weeks after dropping No Ceilings 3, Lil Wayne re-ups with the B Side. Hosted once again by DJ Khaled, the mixtape features 14 brand new tracks from the Young Money chief, including his remix to Jack Harlow’s “Tyler Herro” with Big Sean and SZA’s “Hit Different” featuring 2 Chainz. Rich the Kid, Lil Twist, and Euro also make appearances. The original No Ceilings 3 has been streamed nearly 3 million times since its release on Black Friday. In addition to Drake (“B.B. King Freestyle”), the 20-track…

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Eminem Calls Out Snoop Dogg on New Song ‘Zeus’

Chad Mauli Dec 19, 2020

Eminem is clapping back at Snoop Dogg for “doggin'” him. On Friday, the “Rap God” dropped Side B to his album Music to Be Murdered By, which includes a shot at Snoop Dogg. On “Zeus” featuring White Gold, Shady takes aim at Snoop for not including him on his top 10 list. “And as far as squashin’ beef / I’m used to people knockin’ me / But just not in my camp / And diplomatic, ’cause I’m tryna be,” he raps. “Last thing I need is Snoop doggin’ me /…

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The Game Calls Drake the ‘Michael Jackson of Hip-Hop’

Chad Mauli Dec 17, 2020

Drake is the Michael Jackson of hip-hop, according to The Game. While discussing a potential Verzuz with 50 Cent during his interview with Power 106’s “L.A. Leakers,” the Compton rapper took a moment to pay tribute to his friend from the North, comparing him to the King of Pop. “There’s only one artist alive that has more No. 1 albums than me. I think Drake has 10 and his last effort was 11,” said Game before proclaiming Drake’s greatness. “Drake is amazing. He’s like the Michael Jackson of hip-hop,” he…

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The Game Already Preparing for Verzuz Battle with 50 Cent

Chad Mauli Dec 17, 2020

The Game is down for a Verzuz with 50 Cent. While anticipation continues to grow for a potential battle between the former G-Unit members, the Compton rapper said he’s ready to go head to head with his rival. While promoting his new single “A.I. with the Braids” on Power 106’s “L.A. Leakers,” Game shared his hopes, saying he was inspired after watching Jeezy and Gucci Mane squash their beef during their Verzuz last month. “That moment let me know that me and 50 is a possibility,” he said. “That’s what…

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Cardi B Pays Tribute to Offset on His 29th Birthday

Chad Mauli Dec 15, 2020

Offset turns 29 today. In honor of her husband’s birthday, Cardi B celebrated with a special tribute on social media. She shared a racy video of herself in the mirror before Offset comes up from behind and puts his hands all over her. “Happy birthday Hubs,” Cardi wrote in her caption. “I wish you many more. I wish you more positivity, wisdom, health and for God to continue to keep you with a good heart.” She also showed her gratitude to Offset for guiding her career. “Thank you soo much…

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Kanye West and Kim Kardashian Still Together But Living ‘Separate Lives’

Chad Mauli Dec 15, 2020

Kanye West and Kim Kardashian are staying together. After a tumultuous year for one of Hollywood’s most powerful couples, the rapper, 43, and beauty mogul, 40, are not headed for divorce, despite rumors otherwise. According to a new report from PEOPLE, they remain a couple but “very much live separate lives.” “Kim has work and projects that are important to her, and Kanye has his,” says a source. “Their lives don’t overlap much.” The source adds that “Kim seems happy” and is “very focused on work and causes” including justice…

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Snoop Dogg Criticizes Cardi B’s ‘WAP’

Chad Mauli Dec 13, 2020

Snoop Dogg is in the dog house for his comments about Cardi B's “WAP.” During an interview with Julissa Bermudez on Central Ave (via XXL), the West Coast icon shared his thoughts on Megan Thee Stallion and Cardi B’s controversial single. He continued, “To me it’s like, it’s too fashionable when that in secrecy, that should be a woman’s…that’s like your pride and possession. That’s your jewel of the Nile. That’s what you should hold onto. That should be a possession that no one gets to know about until they…

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Blue Ivy Carter Earns First Grammy Nomination

Chad Mauli Dec 13, 2020

Blue Ivy is officially a Grammy nominee. The daughter of Beyoncé and JAY-Z earns her first Grammy nomination for “Brown Skin Girl,” which was recognized in the Best Music Video category. When the nominations for the 2021 Grammy Awards were announced last month, her name did not appear on the nominees list, but the Grammys recently updated its website to include the eight-year-old, reports The Associated Press. Wizkid, who appears on the song and in the video, was also added to the nominees, but SAINt JHN–who is featured on the…

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Tory Lanez Takes Subliminal Shot at Megan Thee Stallion

Chad Mauli Dec 10, 2020

Tory Lanez can’t seem to get over Megan Thee Stallion. While he awaits trial in his shooting case, the Canadian rapper appears to be taking more shots at the “Savage” rapper. Earlier this week, Meg shared an Instagram video of herself twerking and showing off her strong knees. “It was the knees for him ? but I was practicing this move I learned from my New Orleans fren,” she captioned her video, which has over 8 million views. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hot Girl Meg…

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Jack Harlow and Big Sean Team Up on ‘Way Out’

Chad Mauli Dec 10, 2020

Ahead of his album release on Friday, Jack Harlow teams up with Big Sean on his new single “Way Out.” Over the flute-driven instrumental, produced by JetsonMade, Jasper Harris, and Heavy Mellow, the “WHATS POPPIN” rapper boasts about his baddies in different cities, while Sean Don reminisces about his ex. Speaking with Apple Music, Harlow praised the Detroit rapper, while revealing how the collaboration came together. “He smacked me. He did it right in front of me. He did it right in front of me and he killed it. No…

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Cardi B Responds to Backlash Over $88,000 Purse

Chad Mauli Dec 8, 2020

Cardi B is under fire after asking her Twitter followers if she should buy an $88,000 purse. “Should I spend 88K for this damn purse?” the “WAP” rapper tweeted on Sunday. “Omggg it’s tempting.” Should I spend 88K for this damn purse ? Omggg it’s tempting ???— iamcardib (@iamcardib) December 6, 2020 But her tweet did not fare well on social media as Twitter users ripped her for publicizing such a lavish purchase when people are struggling during the coronavirus pandemic. Cardi was quick to shut them down and defend…

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Kid Cudi Reveals ‘Man on the Moon III’ Tracklist

Chad Mauli Dec 8, 2020

Kid Cudi is back on the Moon. Over a decade since his debut album, the Cleveland rapper returns with Man on the Moon III: The Chosen, his seventh studio album and the third installment in his legendary series. Ahead of its release on Friday (Dec. 11), he has unveiled a cinematic trailer along with the cover art and tracklist. Divided into four acts, the 18-track set features appearances from Pop Smoke and Skepta (“Show Out”), Phoebe Bridgers (“Lovin’ Me”), and Trippie Redd (“Rockstar Knights”), with production from Dot Da Genius,…

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Cardi B Shares Support for Teyana Taylor, Says She Had the Best Album of 2020

Chad Mauli Dec 6, 2020

Cardi B is coming to Teyana Taylor’s defense. On Friday, the R&B songstress announced that she was “retiring this chapter of my story,” saying she felt “underappreciated” for her artistry. “I ain’t gone front in times of feeling super under appreciated as a artist, receiving little to no real push from the machine, constantly getting the shorter end of the stick, being overlooked, I mean the list on and on lol…” Taylor wrote. “So I’m retiring this chapter of my story with the comfort that i can depart with peace…