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Flavor Flav Confirms Public Enemy Dismissal Was Not About Bernie Sanders
Published on: Mar 4, 2020, 12:34 PM Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic San Diego, CA – Public Enemy frontman Chuck D and the other members of Public Enemy Radio — Jahi, DJ Lord and the S1Ws — announced Flavor Flav was dismissed from the pioneering Hip Hop group last week. The move followed Flav’s perceived outrage over the Public Enemy name being used to promote a Bernie Sanders rally in Los Angeles — despite the event being billed as a Public Enemy Radio performance.
Jadakiss Unveils 'Ignatius' Tracklist Featuring Rick Ross, Pusha T, 2 Chainz & More
Published on: Mar 4, 2020, 11:50 AM Theo Wargo/Getty Images Jadakiss chose to delay his Ignatius album last week following the death of Pop Smoke, but The LOX MC is back in promo mode with the LP due out on Friday (March 6). Ahead of the project’s release, Jada shared the official tracklist on Wednesday (March 4). The veteran rapper’s fifth solo album is comprised of 13 tracks.
Suge Knight Still Responsible For $107M Judgment Awarded In 2005
Published on: Mar 4, 2020, 10:27 AM Nick Ut-Pool/Getty Images Los Angeles, CA – Former Death Row Records CEO Suge Knight may be serving a 28-year prison sentence for manslaughter, but apparently he still has to cough up millions of dollars to cover an old lawsuit. According to NBC Los Angeles, a judge recently upheld a $107 million judgment against him that was originally awarded in 2005. Lydia Harris, a former Death Row employee and the person who filed the suit, objected to the ruling.
50 Cent Plots Release Date For Pop Smoke's Posthumous Album
Published on: Mar 4, 2020, 9:48 AM Dave Simpson/WireImage 50 Cent vowed to take responsibility for finishing Pop Smoke’s last album on Sunday (March 1). The 20-year-old Brooklyn rapper was shot and killed during a home invasion in the Hollywood Hills last month, putting a swift end to his burgeoning career. On Tuesday (March 3), the For Life exec hit up Instagram and revealed Pop Smoke’s posthumous project would arrive in May.
Eminem Drops Lyric Video For 'Godzilla' Featuring The Late Juice Wrld
Published on: Mar 4, 2020, 9:13 AM Eminem announced new lyric video for “Godzilla” featuring the late Juice Wrld via Twitter on Wednesday morning (March 4). “‘Don’t nobody want it but they’re gonna get it anyway!'” he captioned a clip of the video. “#Godzilla lyric vid just hit the site.” He coupled the post with a link to his website where the YouTube link could be found.
The Notorious B.I.G. Honored With 2 New Rap Snacks Flavors
Published on: Mar 4, 2020, 5:00 AM Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic New York, NY – The Notorious B.I.G. is being honored with two new Rap Snacks flavors. As part of the new ICON line, two distinct potato chip flavors have been dedicated to the late Hip Hop legend – Notorious B.I.G. Cookout BBQ Sauce and Notorious B.I.G. Honey Jalapeño. The Biggie-themed chips are the product of a partnership between the Christopher Wallace Memorial Foundation and Rap Snacks ‘Boss Up’ Foundation.
REASON Grabs Boogie & Ab-Soul For 'Trapped In' Video
Published on: Mar 4, 2020, 12:01 AM Top Dawg Entertainment’s REASON has recruited fellow West Coast rapper Boogie and labelmate Ab-Soul for his “Trapped In” single and video. The Jon Primo and Moosa-directed visuals feature the trio spitting bars in an alleyway filled with lots of activity. The TDE MC is preparing to drop a project titled New Beginnings.
Carl Crawford Blames JAY-Z & Roc Nation For Megan Thee Stallion's Contract Outrage
Published on: Mar 3, 2020, 2:06 PM Brad Barket/Getty Images for 105.1 1501 Certified Entertainment CEO Carl Crawford was apparently blindsided by Megan Thee Stallion claims the label was holding her music hostage after she attempted to renegotiate her contract.
Interview: UFO Fev Talks ‘Fresh Air’ LP With Statik Selektah & Relationship With Fat Joe
Published on: Mar 3, 2020, 1:31 PM New York, ny – Anyone with an ear on the underground pulse of New York has undoubtedly come across East Harlem MC UFO Fev. After gaining headway with some notable features, he released Fresh Air, his first project of 2020, which is produced entirely by Statik Selektah. The album, Fev tells HipHopDX, was inspired by A Tribe Called Quest’s Midnight Marauders. “I was listening to it while creating,” he says.
Three 6 Mafia Sued By Former Affiliates & Memphis Artists Over Copyright Infringement
Published on: Mar 3, 2020, 1:27 PM Steven Lawton/FilmMagic) Memphis, TN – A group of former Three 6 Mafia affiliates and other Memphis-based artists are suing DJ Paul and Juicy J for allegedly not compensating them for their work. The lawsuit accuses Paul and Juicy of committing “over 150 independent acts of copyright infringement.” TMZ was the first to report on the lawsuit but didn’t share the identities of the plaintiffs.
Usher To Judge & Executive Produce Quibi Dance Competition Series 'The Sauce'
Published on: Mar 3, 2020, 1:40 PM Los Angeles, CA – Usher has captivated audiences with spectacular dance moves to pad his widely successful music career. Thanks to an upcoming series on Quibi, the unique mobile platform-in-the-making, his skills will be the litmus test for a new generation of dancers.
Skyzoo Threatens To Switch From Knicks To Nets If Spike Lee Is Disrespected
Published on: Mar 3, 2020, 1:18 PM New York, NY – Skyzoo is admittedly “furious” after Oscar-winning director Spike Lee claimed he’s “being harassed” by New York Knicks owner James Dolan. Lee made the revelation during a recent interview with Stephen A. Smith and Max Kellerman on EPSN’s First Take and said he wouldn’t be attending another Knicks game this year following an incident at Madison Square Gardens.
Interview: DMC Speaks On New adidas Collab & Underlying Tragedy Of Jam Master Jay's Murder
Published on: Feb 21, 2020, 10:32 AM Johnny Nunez/WireImage Run-DMC’s contributions to Hip Hop are immeasurable. Growing up in Hollis, Queens, Joseph “Rev Run” Simmons, Darryl “DMC” McDaniels and the late Jason “Jam Master Jay” Mizell never could’ve predicted the global impact they’d have on the culture. Thirty-six years after throwing their black bowler hats in the ring with their 1984 self-titled debut, the members of the pioneering Hip Hop group are bona fide music icons — JMJ included.
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