Month: November 2021

Key Glock Confirms “Dum & Dummer 3” With Young Dolph Is “Already Done”

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Key Glock is gearing up for Yellow Tape 2, dropping tomorrow. Ahead of the mixtape’s release, we released our new episode of On the Come Up with the South Memphis rapper, where he spoke about the upcoming tape and gave us a hint at what else might be arriving in the new year. 

If there is one thing fans can rely on the Paper Route EMPIRE family for, it’s a consistent array of quality releases. Between Dolph, Key Glock, and the Paper Route crew as a whole — whom we are slowly being introduced to by way of feature appearances and compilation projects like PAPER ROUTE iLLUMINATi— they manage to put out two to three projects every year, at least. 

At this point, though, it appears like Key Glock is overtaking even Young Dolph in terms of output. The rapper hit fans with both Yellow Tape and Son of a Gun in 2020. 2021 brought fans Dum & Dummer 2 (following up the debut collab effort in 2019, a surprising underground-verging-on-mainstream success that hit #8 in the Billboard 200 chart), and on Friday, we will be treated to his second project of the year– and the year is not over yet.

Before getting into a discussion of the only “feature” on Yellow Tape 2, the rapper confirmed with us during our interview that Dum & Dummer 3 is more than just a possibility; it’s already completed.

“It’s already done,” Glock answered sneakily when asked about the project’s existence. While we pushed to find out whether or not it would receive a 2022 release, Key Glock replied: “That I can’t tell you. But it’s already done.” So there you have it. There’s certainly a strong chance we’ll be blessed with Dum & Dummer 3 in the near future, and the near future is also, basically, 2022.

Watch the video interview with Key Glock below, or read the full interview here. Check back with us tomorrow for Yellow Tape 2. Peep the tracklist here in the meantime.

N.O.R.E. Announces Kanye West On “Drink Champs” Tonight

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Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, will seemingly be appearing on Drink Champs tonight. The news broke when N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN shared a video of “Donda Chant” playing as the podcast’s logo rotated on Thursday morning.

“Tonight 10pm on @revolttv the yalla wit the yalla Yande,” said N.O.R.E. on Instagram, seemingly confirming that Ye will be appearing on the podcast.


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The upcoming must-watch episode of the show comes following the return of Sunday Service this past weekend. After a lengthy hiatus due to the pandemic, Ye’s chorus-led weekly service returned with additional appearances from Marilyn Manson, Roddy Ricch, and more.

The announcement also follows teasers from the Drink Champs team that Drake would be making an appearance on the show soon. Considering the fact that Ye and Drake aren’t the closest friends, Ye’s presence on the podcast may offset Drake’s own appearance by a few weeks.

One of the best hip-hop podcasts, Drink Champs will be sure to get a good interview out of Ye. Make sure to tune in tonight to hear everything that the enigmatic recording artist says because you already know it’ll be making headline news tomorrow morning. 

Will you be watching at 10 PM tonight as Kanye West seemingly appears on Drink Champs?

A$AP Ferg Shows Off New Bald Look

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It appears that some rappers have grown tired of the hair on their head lately. Just this past weekend, Ye made news appearing at his Sunday Service after shaving his eyebrows off. 

Now, A$AP Ferg has joined in the fun, shaving all the hair off of his head. Ferg posted a story to Instagram with the new cut with the caption: “New start.”

This haircut comes on the heels of A$AP Ferg’s new single “Green Juice” featuring Pharrell Williams, released on Oct. 29. “Green Juice” was Ferg’s first solo release of 2021, as he has not released a song or project since Sept. 2020.

At the same time he first announced “Green Juice,” Ferg was fresh off inking a new management deal with Roc Nation stating: “It has always been a dream to work with Jay-Z. For decades I have looked up to the moves he’s made with his diverse range of business ventures but especially with companies like Roc-A-Fella and Roc Nation. His ability to build brands and create teams alongside leaders like Jay Brown is unmatched, and it feels good to be officially a part of the family.”

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On Wednesday (Nov. 3), the Harlem rapper shared another angle of his haircut on Instagram as he is clearly growing comfortable with the new look, captioning it with a UFO emoji.

The extra-terrestrial vibes the 33-year-old have been giving off coincide with the message of his latest single, so this haircut could potentially be a promotional tactic for an upcoming project.

Check out A$AP Ferg’s new bald look below!

Rich Brian Spits Relentlessly On New Single “New Tooth”

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Two months after making multiple appearances on the soundtrack for Marvel Studio’s Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings, and subsequently becoming the first Indonesian artist to amass 10 million monthly listeners on Spotify, Rich Brian is back with a new single, “New Tooth.” 

Produced by frequent collaborator, Diamond Pistols, “New Tooth” finds Rich Brian going insane over a heavy, piano-driven instrumental. Spitting for what feels like three minutes straight, the “Run It” rapper flexes his lyrical prowess and ability to switch flows seamlessly across every part of the song. 

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With a beat switch just under two minutes in, “New Tooth” transforms from intense and urgent to a more laid back, Sunday afternoon stroll-type record and Rich Brian handles it with ease. Skating all over both halves of the Diamond Pistols instrumental, Rich Brian shows a maturity on “New Tooth” that we haven’t necessarily seen before. 

Accompanied by war-inspired visuals, “New Tooth” is much more serious than the title implies, and is an example of Rich Brian at his absolute best. 

Quotable Lyrics
It’s a simple question, do you got it or not?
I been talkin’ to God ’bout the garage
Afford the crib that I still haven’t bought
Boat rockin’, my thoughts goin’ too fast
And irrational, I need the 42 on the rocks

Check out “New Tooth” below and let us know what you think in the comments. 

Boosie Badazz Reacts To Rumor That He Got A White Woman Pregnant

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Boosie Badazz is a prominent figure in Hip-Hop who often finds himself at the center of controversy and rumors, and while many of his most infamous situations can be attributed to his own actions, empty allegations are launched his way from time to time. One such allegation surfaced earlier this summer when a white woman went on TikTok with a video claiming that she had gotten pregnant after hooking up with Boosie in 2020.

Shortly after her video went viral, the woman insisted that it was merely a joke, and now, several months later, Boosie Badazz has shared his to claims that he got a white woman pregnant.

“Hell no!” the Goat Talk 3 artist exclaimed. “I ain’t never seen a woman in my life. That’s a fan picture. Hell nah. I’d be worried like a motherf*cker. That movie [would’ve] been a month late.”

DJ Vlad went on to point out that all of Boosie’s baby mothers are Black women and ask if the Baton Rouge artist has ever dated any white girls. Boosie proceeded to double down on love for Black women, but he admitted to fancying a specific type of white woman.

Lil Boosie performs at Legendz To The Streetz Tour at State Farm Arena on September 30, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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“I wouldn’t say dated, but I’ve had a couple of white girls,” Boosie responds. “I love my Black women, but you know, I’m attracted to white girls also. But I like real white girls. Long backs! Yeah. Denim jeans! Yeah. I like real white girls — swimmers! Shit, beautiful with jeans on and sandals.”

Boosie goes on to explain that he likes white girls who are authentic to their cultural roots, saying, “I like the real Bay Watch, the real white girls. High school white girls, who just pretty and beautiful you know? The long backs. With that little booty — that bitch soft though! And when it comes out the draws it’s bigger than what it look. You know what I’m talking about, Vlad!”

Watch the full clip from Boosie Badazz’s latest interview with DJ Vlad below.

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Billie Eilish, Kacey Musgraves, And Anderson .Paak Are All Guesting On ‘Sesame Street’

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Elmo and his Sesame Street cohorts have welcomed a bunch of guests onto the program over the years, and as the show gets ready to enter its 52nd season, more new friends have been announced. The music world is well-represented in the upcoming season, as a recently shared trailer shows a clip featuring Jon Batiste singing with Elmo and a character who appears to be a garbage collector. We also get a glimpse of Kacey Musgraves sharing smiles with Elmo, Big Bird, and a handful of other characters.

Furthermore, USA Today reports that the 35-episode season will also feature Billie Eilish and Anderson .Paak. Eilish will appear alongside The Count, while .Paak is set to perform a song for a Martin Luther King Jr. Day episode. The new season starts streaming on HBO Max on November 11 before coming to PBS Kids in the fall of 2022.

Musgraves has forged a strong connection with the world of Sesame Street over the past year or so. Back in May 2020, she guested on The Not-Too-Late Show With Elmo to sing “Rubbie Ducky” alongside the red-furred host. Then, earlier this year, she was the face of a new line of Sesame Street clothes from Moschino.

Watch the Sesame Street trailer above.

DJ Quik Threatens Lawsuit After Keefe D Alleges He Set Up Notorious B.I.G. Murder

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In the two-and-a-half decades since Tupac Shakur and The Notorious B.I.G. were murdered (just months apart), there have been numerous investigations aimed at finding their killers, and just as many allegations, but no convictions have been made.

However, that hasn’t stopped any speculation. 

Last week, Keefe D, the uncle of Shakur’s alleged killer, sat down with The Art of Dialogue, and lobbed some heavy allegations at the legendary DJ Quik.

Keefe D, a well-known member of Los Angeles’ Southside Crips, claimed that on the night of the famed Vibe magazine party that Biggie attended before he was killed in a drive-by shooting, he saw DJ Quik and 92.3’s Theo at the party. Claiming that Quik was “with them Blood dudes,” Keefe said he believes Quik and Theo set up the Notorious B.I.G. (He also added that he thinks Biggie would still be alive if Puff Daddy hadn’t called off the Southside Crips from running security for the Ready To Die rapper.)

Upon catching wind of Keefe D’s claims, DJ Quik had something to say. 

Hopping in the comment section of a HipHopDX Instagram post relaying Keefe’s comments, DJ Quik dropped one line — “I’m feeling real Litigious right now.” 

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In accusing DJ Quik of setting up the murder of The Notorious B.I.G., it’s possible that Keefe D committed slander, a crime punishable by law. If Quik chooses to pursue a lawsuit, and it is found that he had no involvement with Biggie’s killing, it’s possible that Keefe D could face a handful of penalties. Whether Quik does pursue a lawsuit, or is just using it as a threat on Instagram, it’s clear that he heard what Keefe D told The Art Of Dialogue, and that he has a problem with it. 

What do you think of DJ Quik’s threat of litigation? Check out his reply to Keefe D here & drop your thoughts in the comments.

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Anthony Davis Gives Swae Lee His Blood-Stained Lakers Jersey

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Rapper Swae Lee already has an Anthony Davis jersey in his collection, wearing one to the premiere of One Mo’ Chance in October last year. Despite that though, he added a second one to his closet on Tuesday night, posting a video showing the Los Angeles Lakers big man handing his blood-stained jersey to the “Sunflower” artist following the team’s win against the Houston Rockets.

After defeating the Rockets in a tight game for their second-straight win against the squad, Anthony Davis made sure to give Swae Lee some daps by the courtside area, removing the jersey from his back and handing it to the rapper. He made sure that Swae was okay with one minor detail though.

“I don’t know if you want it, it got blood on it,” said Davis when handing his jersey to Swae Lee. The rapper excitedly took it off his hands and exclaimed that the blood made it even better. “Authentic, baby,” he laughed.


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The Rae Sremmurd representative was so starstruck following the moment, holding the jersey above his head and standing on his courtside seats before screaming, “Yessirski!!”

After a slow start to the season, it looks like the Lakers might be figuring things out as they prepare for a return to the Playoffs next year. Do you think Anthony Davis can help get the Lakers another championship?

Roc Nation & REFORM Alliance To Host Job Fair At Madison Square Garden

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JAY-Z’s philanthropic efforts have always been understated. Through his company Roc Nation, he has always sought avenues to aid those in less fortunate circumstances than himself.

On Nov. 18, Roc Nation and REFORM Alliance, an organization focused on improving the failures of America’s criminal justice system, will host the Team Roc New York Job Fair at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

Aimed at providing opportunity for formerly incarcerated, single parents, veterans and members of poverty alleviation and workforce development programs, the job fair will be open to the public from 9 am-5 pm ET. Those who attend must provide proof of at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine along with a form of identification.

Services such as professional attire, grooming and styling services, resume building resources, expungement aid, interview preparation and motivational and educational speeches from special celebrity guests will be provided on-sight.

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Companies such as Roc Nation, REFORM Alliance, Lowe’s, Madison Square Garden, Amazon, Foot Locker, Live Nation, VICE, 40/40 Club, and more will send recruiters and representatives to hire employees of all levels. 

Roc Nation CEO Desiree Perez spoke on her appreciation for all those involved: “I’d like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all the companies that are participating in the job fair as well as Madison Square Garden for hosting and supporting our efforts. My hope is this event will not only stimulate New York’s economy but pair the state’s best and brightest employees with the country’s leading organizations.”

The state of New York currently has the third highest unemployment rate in the country, so it is nice to see JAY-Z’s Roc Nation put forth an effort to improve the livelihoods of those in his home state.