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Tory Lanez’s Mugshot Drops as he is Transferred to State Prison

José Zamora Sep 21, 2023

On September 20, 2023, a new image of disgraced artist Tory Lanez surfaced: his mugshot. In it, the rapper's fall from grace is evident. He appears despondent and disheveled, with a blank look and unkempt hair. The famous photo surfaced today as police transferred Lanez to North Kern State Prison in Delano, CA, where he will serve his sentence. The "Say It" rapper has been embroiled in legal trouble since his violent incident with Megan Thee Stallion. On July 12, 2020, Lanez had a drunken argument with Megan after leaving…

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Rihanna and Rocky Show Off Newborn in First Public Appearance

José Zamora Sep 21, 2023

The famously reclusive couple finally revealed their newborn son on September 19, 2023. In photos from celebrity photographer Miles Diggs, Rihanna, and A$AP, Rocky doted over baby Riot in his first public appearance. Riot Rose Mayers was born on August 1, 2023. The fashion/music power couple has been together since the pandemic, when they took a road trip from Los Angeles to New York and quickly fell in love, according to Rihanna in an interview with Vogue last April. "He became my family in that time," she shares. "There's no…

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Cardi B Says She’s Going To Release Her Next Solo Single “Very Soon”

Chad Mauli Aug 26, 2023

Today (Aug. 25), Vogue México revealed the cover feature for its September 2023 issue starring Cardi B. The Bronx-born rapper spoke about a multitude of subjects, including her Caribbean roots, the complexities of being a woman in the rap industry, foraying into fashion, and more. In her conversation with the publication, Cardi opened up about the growing anticipation for her next project. She said, “I’m not going to release any more collaborations, I’m going to release my next solo single. Right now, I’m working on the cover art and ideas…

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SZA Recruits Justin Bieber, Benny Blanco, And More For “Snooze” Video

Chad Mauli Aug 26, 2023

SZA’s romantic hit “Snooze” was reimagined in an intimate new video featuring several familiar faces. Notably, pop sensation Justin Bieber made a cameo. The surreal clip introduced an unexpected twist, chronicling the rise and fall of relationships between the SOS artist, her co-stars, and a robot in a fitted cap. Much like the song’s lyrics, SZA delivered a performance that spans the emotional spectrum. She serenaded Justin in a bedroom setting before things took an aggressive turn. The video also showcased her teasing Woody McClain with a sultry dance before…

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Jack Harlow Announces Third Annual “No Place Like Home: The Kentucky Tour”

Chad Mauli Aug 18, 2023

Jack Harlow is set to embark on his latest journey through the Bluegrass State with his third annual “No Place Like Home: The Kentucky Tour.” Revealed today (Aug. 17), the Louisville native’s upcoming trek is a heartfelt homage to the land that shaped him. Starting on Nov. 24 at the Owensboro Sportscenter, the six-show voyage will encompass various locations across Kentucky, culminating at Lexington’s Rupp Arena on Dec. 3. It’s a venture that reflects Harlow’s connection to his roots. The announcement comes on the heels of musician receiving a “Hometown…

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Mariah The Scientist Rented A Billboard For Young Thug’s Birthday

Chad Mauli Aug 18, 2023

Yesterday (Aug. 16), Young Thug turned 32. Although the rapper is currently incarcerated, that didn’t stop Mariah The Scientist from celebrating his birthday. On Wednesday night, she shared a picture to her Instagram Story of the “Hot” artist’s kids standing in front of a billboard that featured him. Over the past few months, Mariah has been very vocal about her love for Thugger. During her standout performance at the 2023 Outside Lands Festival last Friday (Aug. 11), she took a moment to publicly acknowledge and confirm their widely speculated relationship.…

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Polo G Announces Release Date For Upcoming Album ‘HOOD POET’

Chad Mauli Aug 16, 2023

Today (Aug. 15), Polo G announced his forthcoming album, HOOD POET. Scheduled to debut on Sept. 15, the reveal came via a 24-hour YouTube live stream that also offered glimpses of the project’s creative process. “Numb, but not completely. Numb enough to grow in faith from my self-inflicted wounds. Numb enough to struggle with the words, ‘I love you.’ Numb enough to decline a good time but not numb enough to feel my own strength. The strength built from let downs of picking myself up,” he said in the clip.…

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Lauren London Pays Tribute To Nipsey Hussle On His 38th Birthday

Chad Mauli Aug 16, 2023

Today (Aug. 15), Lauren London shared a heartfelt tribute on what would have been Nipsey Hussle’s 38th birthday. In an Instagram post, the actress honored the memory of her late partner and father of their child, Kross Asghedom. The statement included a picture of the Victory Lap artist sporting a white Puma jacket alongside a caption that conveyed her sense of love and longing. “Honoring the day you blessed the Earth with your presence. Forevermore. I love you,” she wrote. Supportive blue heart emojis filled the comment section from celebrities…

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Lil Durk Responds To Claims Of An Active Shooter At His Hometown Show

Chad Mauli Aug 14, 2023

Last night (Aug. 12), TMZ reported that the Chicago Police Department is investigating an active shooter claim during Lil Durk‘s concert at The United Center in collaboration with WGCI-FM. Multiple videos have surfaced showing concert patrons running to the nearest exit quickly. No injuries have been reported, but the police are still investigating the matter after receiving numerous calls about a possible active shooter. While some fans were in the comments questioning why people would attend a street rapper’s show in Chicago, others were there to state that it was…

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Drake Co-Signs Yeat’s “Bigger Thën Everything” Video

Chad Mauli Aug 12, 2023

Amid a wildly successful year, Yeat refuses to pump the brakes. On Thursday (Aug. 10) evening, the Portland rapper delivered his much-anticipated new single “bigger thën everything.” It arrived ahead of his upcoming album, LyfëStyle. Along with the audio, fans were treated to a music video directed by Lyrical Lemonade’s Cole Bennett. Today (Aug. 11), Drake showed love to the “Monëy so big” artist. He posted a screenshot of the clip on his Instagram Story that read, “Diäled in.” Produced by BNYX, Shadyboy, and Classy, the song itself found Yeat…

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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.…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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.…

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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…

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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…

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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…