Month: June 2022

Lil Xan Cancels Headlining Tour At Last Minute, Opening Act Irate

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It was all good just a week ago.

While it looked like popular recording artist Lil Xan‘s career was on the rise with the announcement of a new headlining tour early last month. It appears the “Betrayal” rapper has called off the tour at the last minute, leaving the openers enraged for the late notification and airing out this displacement on social media.

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Dropout Kings’ Adam Ramey, the opening act on Lil Xan’s upcoming tour, wrote on Instagram the following statement about Lil Xan’s immediate departure from his headlining tour with Born Dead clothing:

“Due to @xanxiety dropping off the Born Dead Tour, tonight’s show in Tampa, FL at Brass Mug is canceled. We were told tomorrow’s show in Jacksonville is canceled, as well. We are trying to save any show we can and perform for you all! Straight up fuck Lil Xan 100% I don’t even care. Dude is a total piece of shit for doing this to all the artists and staff involved in this. Decided to do this to everyone after everyone already left for tour, then doesn’t even show up to his set for so what fest. We’re still reaching out to every promoter on the remaining shows. Fuck it we’ll make it a headliner. The show must go on. Please bear with us during this. We’ll make it worth it.”

Following Dropout Kings hurling a series of disses Lil Xan’s way on social media, Xan released an Instagram post on Tuesday afternoon that shed some light on his last-minute departure from the tour that included him insulting his former opening act. “I dropped off the tour because your management and booking agents were taking advantage of me. Your team dropped the ball. Your team did not have any accommodations or travel or anything a tour should. U just wanted to promote ur homies under my name and we tried to work it out but your team is obviously new at this. If you guys were smart you wouldn’t do burn bridges like that and act like you guys had the tour even planned right but have fun on your fuck lil xan tour.”

“S/o @dropoutkingsaz have a great “fuck lil xan tour,” Xan captioned. “I know you guys are new to this and I’m pretty sure you should talk with your booking agent Ashley on how bad she fucked the tour up for me and my team! But have fun on the tour fellaz my next tour is for my fans only not yours 🤍 wanna give them better openers and more Xanarchy  @dropoutkingsaz. On top of that, I just got out of rehab 2/3 months ago and wanna stay focused on my sobriety and a tour might damage that! but no yall team didn’t care as long as they made their money.”

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He continued with a follow-up Instagram post: “Dam man I can never get a break it’s always an L for xan when I say this had nothing to do with bad ticket sales, I was even surprised how good they were selling for only having one album out ever but everyone doesn’t know how fucked of a deal it was for me? They were tryna use my name to increase their agency’s artist career, I’ve been taken advantage of before and learned from my mistakes like if this was my tour or had more control of it wouldn’t you think I’d have my brother @stevencamnon on it like every other tour I’ve done? Cmon man.”

In the midst of the tour cancellation, Lil Xan has announced new music on the way with the reveal of his “final” EP under the rap moniker coming soon. Breaking the news to fans on Tuesday, Xan shared that they can discover more information about the upcoming music on his Discord group. “The time has officially arrived,” tweets Xan. “The announcement of my final EP as “LiL Xan”… join the discord link in my bio for all the information on how it will be released, how you can get it and also how you can get my 1st project as “Diego” See you there!”

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Dreamville Festival Generates More Than $6.7 Million in Direct Economic Impact to Wake County

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One of the largest artist-run music festivals in the country expands attendance and economic impact with two-day festival in Raleigh.

Curated by North Carolina-raised, Grammy Award-winning, and multi-platinum hip-hop artist J. Cole and his Dreamville team, the 2022 Dreamville Festival saw a combined attendance of 80,000 at the two-day, multi-stage festival in downtown Raleigh’s Dorothea Dix Park. This year’s festivities generated $6.7 million in direct economic impact within Wake County, according to figures released today by the Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau.

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Local and global fans alike flocked to Raleigh for the return of the April 2-3 festival with tickets being sold in all 50 states, plus Washington, D.C. and the U.S. Virgin Islands, and 20 countries. Wake County occupancy also swelled to 92% on the Saturday night of the festival.

It is important to note that the $6.7 million is a conservative estimate that does not include locals’ spending, nor does it include a multiplier of indirect or induced impacts. It represents tourism economic impact only, which is new money coming into the local economy.

“My team and I continue to be awed by the overwhelming support we’ve received since closing out the second Dreamville Festival this April. But to now fully realize the festival’s positive impact on the local economy and tourism, it truly is unbelievable,” said Dreamville Partner and Festival President Adam Roy. “We are grateful for our fans who traveled across the U.S. and internationally to attend the fest, as well as for those from the City of Raleigh and Wake County who helped bring this event together. Our Dreamville team looks forward to furthering its investments in the community for years to come, especially as we plan for the festival’s return in spring 2023.”

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After a sold-out inaugural event in 2019, the Dreamville Festival was rescheduled the following years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Returning strong, the second annual Dreamville Festival once again provided a thoughtfully curated, multi-stage music event from J. Cole, who was raised in nearby Fayetteville, N.C. The festival provided an opportunity for J. Cole to give back to his home state that shaped the artist he has become with a one-of-a-kind celebration of local culture, food and art featuring a curated selection of music performers blending some of today’s biggest national acts with exciting up-and-comers including WizKid, Lil Baby, Kehlani, Wiz Khalifa, Wale and T-Pain, as well as the entire Dreamville Records roster, among many other talented acts. North Carolina natives Morray and Lute also performed at this year’s festival.

“The increase in economic impact and attendance over this year’s two-day festival is gratifying to see after the pandemic hindered the previously sold-out event from taking place the last couple of years,” said Dennis Edwards, President and CEO of Visit Raleigh. “The successful turnout for Dreamville Festival reiterates that events and travel are back in our area and the demand is still prevalent.”

A portion of proceeds from this year’s festival will be donated to official Dreamville Festival charity partners, the Dreamville Foundation and Dorothea Dix Park Conservancy.

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ICYMI: 1TakeOcho Releases ‘Undeniable II’ Mixtape

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There is no denying the talent that 1TakeOcho brings through his artistry. Since deciding to take his career seriously in 2020, the growth Ocho has made over the past two years through his vocals, songwriting, and overall concepts can be seen and heard as one listens from one project to the next.

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Following his Ocho III DELUXE (2021), Undeniable II is the second installment of Ocho’s Undeniable series that is more meaningful than the music itself as he vulnerably speaks on personal stories & tragic events that have changed the world around him forever.

“This album is dedicated to my dad. I recently lost him last year and it broke me in a way I never felt before. I’m wearing his letterman jacket (on the cover) which symbolizes that I’m always protected by him and his presence and energy will always be here with me,” Ocho states. “I feel guarded and protected by my dad, my guardian angel. This is one is for you big dawg & everything from here on out!”

The cover, shot by Ifster, showcases Ocho standing in front of his dad’s lowrider that was passed down to him. Another symbol of protection & a reminder to himself to continue striving towards his goals not only to make himself proud but to make his dad proud as well.

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Undeniable II contains 15 tracks with an opening intro from the West Coast’s coastguard himself, DJ Hed. Reminding all who listen to continue being undeniable. The project also features Kenai, Phats, Royce the Choice, Griff Tyler, 1TakeBoyz Jay, Quan, and Teezy.

Ocho explored new sounds within this project with production from Jonny Cash, KeezTheArtist, Jay Mllian, and more. You may stream the full project below.

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SOURCE LATINO: Sadboy Loko, Kap G & YBE Drops “Palm Trees” Visual

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Former YG-artist Sadboy Loko links up with well-respected recording artists Kap G and YBE for the visual to his self-proclaimed summer anthem “Palm Tress,” out now, via Prajin Records. Stream it below.

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In the new visual, SadBoy, Kap G, and YBE cruises through the signature Los Angeles’ palm trees in a drop-top lowrider — headed to the high-profile house party. Worry-free by the coast, surrounded by real ones and baddies, they set the scene, each verse reflecting their own definition of what they’ve got going on “over here.”

From the Micheladas being sipped to the Cali being smoked, the visuals reflect each artists’ words perfectly. Through the smooth sounds of a keyboard and a clap on the beat, Sadboy Loko emanates the nostalgic feel of a West Coast summer perfectly.

“The new generation switched up the LA sound,” says SadBoy Loko, “new faces, new artists… but our sound has a summer vibe.” 

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“Palm Trees” is the third single by Sadboy following previously released “Pit Lock” and “El Llamado de las Calles,” that generated over 900,000 streams across all digital streaming platforms. Sadboy’s latest release is set to appear on his upcoming project that features  regional music star Lupillo Rivera as well as corridos artist Jorge Gamboa, Mexican rapper Aleman and Chicano king of auto-tune MC Magic. “Pit Lock,” “El Llamado de las Calles” and “Palm Trees” are available now on all digital streaming platforms.

“Palm Trees” is produced by Cricket.

Join the party now. Take a look at Sadboy Loko’s summer anthem below.

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SOURCE SPORTS: Joel Embiid Receives Two Hand Surgeries

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Memorial Day was surgery day for Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid. ESPN reports the Philly big man had surgery on the right thumb and his left index finger. He is projected to be ready for training camp.

The thumb injury was sustained during the Sixers’ first-round matchup against the Toronto Raptors. The facial fracture he received during the close-out victory against the Canada team will not require surgery.

The Embiid-led Sixers fell to the Miami HEAT in six games in the second round of the playoffs. Last week, Embiid was nominated to the All-NBA Second Team.

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Kansas City Police Under Investigation for Shooting Unarmed Pregnant Black Woman

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A Kansas City police officer shot an unarmed pregnant Black woman Friday night. The woman is currently hospitalized.

CBS KCTV-5 reports Missouri State Highway Patrol is investigating, which is protocol to have an external agency investigate KCPD officer-related shootings. MSHP stated the responding officers were answering a call about an alleged armed carjacking, which included a thorough description and a license plate number.

The Kansas City Police Officers approached the suspected vehicle and the male driver fled with officers in pursuit. The woman, later identified as 26-year-old Leonna Hale, also ran into the parking lot.

The MSHP stated a handgun was found in the parking lot and two KCPD officers fired shots. Hale was shot and was taken to the hospital. The male suspect was not wounded but taken to a local hospital for an unrelated medical issue.

“We never want to be in these type of situations,” Kansas City, Missouri, Police Department’s Interim Police Chief Joseph Mabin said. “Not the public, as a police department. Anytime it happens is a blight on our community. I want to ensure the public the scene is secure. There’s no on-going threat. We’re committed to be 100% transparent. This is a holiday weekend. It’s time for friends. Not a time for violence.”

A citizen, 29-year-old Shedanja, at the scene told the Kansas City Star the woman did not draw a woman or have anything in her hand. “She did not pull out a weapon on them,” a witness said. “She did not even have a stick in her hand.” Shédanja also stated Hale was just three steps away from the officers.

“One, two, three, four, five. I remember it because it didn’t stop. They shot five times,” Shédanja said to The Star. “I remember seeing her hit the ground and I froze.” In a video that was released online, officers asked Hale to get on the ground, but she stated she was unable to because she was pregnant. In addition, the witness stated Hale alerted officers there was a gun in the car. As she backed away from officers who had their guns at her, the officers opened fire shooting the woman multiple times.

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Meek Mill, Lil Wayne, and Lil Baby Perform at Drai’s Memorial Day Weekend

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Drai‘s Beachclub, Nightclub, and Drai’s After Hours celebrated Memorial Day Weekend with five days of nonstop partying from Thursday, May 26 to Monday, May 30. Travis Scott, Chance the Rapper, Miguel, O.T. Genasis, Jarell Jackson, James Harden, Anthony Davis, and Odell Beckham Jr. were among the celebrities who turned up for Meek Mill, Lil Wayne, and Lil Baby’s epic Drai’s LIVE concerts, as well as late-night, partying at Drai’s After Hours.

On Sunday, May 29, Scott, Mill, O.T. Genasis, Beckham, Davis, and Harden attended Grammy-award winner Lil Baby’s gig, where he wowed the crowd with tunes including “Right On” and “In a Minute.” Chance the Rapper and Miguel shared a special VIP table at Drai’s After Hours later Sunday night, or early Monday morning, where they partied all night with friends.

Meek Mill played a full-length show at Drai’s Nightclub on Friday, May 27, followed by a daytime performance at Drai’s Beachclub on Saturday, May 28. Throughout the weekend, Mill went to Drai’s to see more performances.

Lil Wayne performed a full-length concert at Drai’s Nightclub on Saturday, May 28, followed by a daytime performance at Drai’s Beachclub on Sunday, May 29. With classics like “6 Foot 7 Foot” and “Mrs. Officer,” he pumped up the crowd.

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VORY is Joined by YE for New Single “Daylight”

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VORY‘s new single “Daylight,” featuring YE (previously Kanye West), is now available to stream on all platforms courtesy of Dream Chasers Records/Universal Music Group.

“Daylight” is the second single from VORY’s upcoming album, Lost Souls, which will be released on June 3rd. YE, Ojivolta, 88-Keys, and Evan Mast co-produced the new song, which features VORY and YE serenading listeners and delivering deep poetry over an organ-packed groove. VORY released “Do Not Disturb (feat. Yung Bleu and NAV)” in mid-May before announcing the new collaboration.

You can hear the new single below.

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James Blake, Coi Leray, and More Lead New Sprite Limelight Music Program

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Sprite Limelight, a new music program produced in conjunction with an amazing and diverse ensemble of international musical talent, will be hosted by James Blake. Sprite’s new global brand narrative, Heat Happens, portrays the brand as the drink that helps you cool down in the face of everyday heated moments, which is supported by the new music program. Sprite Limelight brings together music fans from many cultures and styles, introducing a new way of creating music that honors each person’s original talent.

The central hook and lyric story will be provided by James Blake and will be based on the Limelight concept of keeping life’s heat at bay. Three unique international artists have used that hook to inspire and construct their own wholly original songs. A single musical starting point is reinterpreted through many artistic and cultural lenses.

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“The limelight program is a chance for me to collaborate with artists from around the world in a process that’s new to me, to create a unique song with an empowering message that they can carry through each of their beautiful interpretations. It’s been inspiring to see how each artist took this hook and beat and created something that would never have existed any other way”, says James Blake. 

Platinum-selling artist Coi Leray, who has quickly made a name for herself with multiple American Music Awards, BET, and iHeartRadio Music Award nominations ahead of her recently released debut album TRENDSETTER; African singer-songwriter social sensation Omah Lay, whose self-produced track ‘Bad Influence’ garnered viral status; and finally, prolific singer Hua Chen, who has been nominated for multiple American Music Awards, BET, and iHeartRadio Music Award nominations

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“As an artist I’m constantly pushing myself to raise the bar when it comes to my creativity. Finding new ways to express myself is so much a part of who I am as an artist, that’s why I’m hyped to be partnering with Sprite on their Limelight program. Helping other dope musicians to not only get through the door, but flourish while shining a light on their individuality through music is something I’m happy to be a part of,” says Coi Leray.

The original content will be available as individual tracks as well as in the form of artistic documentary-style music films on YouTube and Spotify. These immersive “Heat Confessionals,” which will feature artist-tailored playlists for their fans as well as artists’ stories about surviving their own moments of heat through their renowned music, will be created on various music streaming platforms around the world.

“Sprite Limelight provides a unique opportunity for fans to experience new music, through one hook reimagined three different ways. It also offers a window into the way they make music, as well as their own personal experiences – connected to our core brand philosophy – of staying cool in those moments when life’s heat feels intense”, says Shrenik Dasani, Sprite Global Brand Director, The Coca-Cola Company. “In bringing very different artists from around the world together around one musical expression based on a shared life experience, it connects music fans across cultures and borders.”

Sprite Limelight was developed in collaboration with Universal Music Group as the primary content developer and the new OpenX agency partnership with WPP as the amplification partner.

Sprite Limelight content will be available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/c/Sprite and on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/user/sprite2015 from early June. 

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