Category: Rappers

Rappers

Isaac Hayes Estate Settles With Trump Over ‘Hold On, I’m Coming’ Use

Isaac Hayes’ estate has reached a private settlement with Donald Trump after suing the president and his campaign over the unauthorized use of the 1966 soul classic “Hold On, I’m Coming” at campaign rallies. Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but the estate previously demanded $3 million. In court filings, the estate had accused… Continue reading Isaac Hayes Estate Settles With Trump Over ‘Hold On, I’m Coming’ Use

DOJ busted deleting evidence of Ghislaine Maxwell holding ‘blackmail’ over Trump

The Department of Justice was reportedly caught deleting evidence that sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell was in possession of three interviews that could possibly be used as blackmail over President Donald Trump and were not released to the general public. On Friday, investigative reporter Roger Sollenberger laid out the timeline of when the DOJ removed documents… Continue reading DOJ busted deleting evidence of Ghislaine Maxwell holding ‘blackmail’ over Trump

TEDDY RILEY REVEALS THERE WAS A CONTRACT ON HIS LIFE: “MY GODFATHER TRIED TO HAVE ME KILLED”

In this intense clip from My Expert Opinion Ep. #19, Teddy Riley opens up about one of the darkest periods of his life — and the real-life trauma that inspired the song “Long Gone.” After the tragic deaths of his brother and close friend, Riley reveals how street politics, rumors of a contract on his… Continue reading TEDDY RILEY REVEALS THERE WAS A CONTRACT ON HIS LIFE: “MY GODFATHER TRIED TO HAVE ME KILLED”

Today in Hip Hop History: The Roots Released Their Fourth LP ‘Things Fall Apart’ 27 Years Ago

On this day in Hip Hop history, The Roots released their fourth studio album, Things Fall Apart. Widely regarded as the group’s breakthrough project, the album elevated them to mainstream recognition, earning critical acclaim and expanding their fan base. Its release coincided with a golden era for the Soulquarians—a collective that included D’Angelo, Erykah Badu,… Continue reading Today in Hip Hop History: The Roots Released Their Fourth LP ‘Things Fall Apart’ 27 Years Ago

Four People Shot at Lil Poppa’s Memorial in Florida

Four people were reportedly shot during a memorial for the late rapper Lil Poppa yesterday in Florida. According to an Action News Jax (CBS 47) report, gunfire erupted at a memorial service for Lil Poppa in Jacksonville, Fla., early Sunday morning (Feb. 22), resulting in four people being shot. Jacksonville Police say that someone or… Continue reading Four People Shot at Lil Poppa’s Memorial in Florida

Baby Keem Makes New Moves on ‘Casino’

Earlier this month, Hykeem “Baby Keem” Carter uploaded a trilogy of short documentaries to promote his second album, Ca$ino. Titled Booman after his childhood nickname and packed with video footage taken by an aunt, LaConnie Govan, the series is an unexpectedly trenchant and raw glimpse at Baby Keem’s early life — being born in Los… Continue reading Baby Keem Makes New Moves on ‘Casino’

Dropkick Murphys to Play Free Alex Pretti, Renee Good Memorial Concert

The acoustic show will also feature performances from local artists and help raise money for Twin Cities organizations and mutual aid efforts Dropkick Murphys will host a memorial concert honoring Alex Pretti and Renée Good before their headlining concert in Minneapolis next month. The Boston band is slated to play the Palace Theatre in St.… Continue reading Dropkick Murphys to Play Free Alex Pretti, Renee Good Memorial Concert

Nicki Minaj’s MAGA Posts Boosted by Bots, New Report Claims

Nicki Minaj’s MAGA turn has been partly fueled by an army of bot accounts on X, according to a new report shared with Politico.  Put together by the disinformation company Cyabra, the report analyzed engagement tied to 51 “political-related posts” on Minaj’s X account between Nov. 11 and Dec. 22, just as the rapper was… Continue reading Nicki Minaj’s MAGA Posts Boosted by Bots, New Report Claims