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Beyonce Gets Crowd To Wish Solange A Happy Birthday In Frankfurt

June 24, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Beyoncé is coming to the end of the European leg of the Renaissance Tour. Beginning on May 10 in Stockholm, Beyoncé has held 19 concerts across 13 cities in 9 countries. The North American leg of the tour begins in Toronto on July 8.

The June 24 concert in Frankfurt, Germany marked the third-from-last stop of the European leg. It also happened to coincide with the 37th birthday of Beyoncé’s younger sister, Solange.

In front of a packed crowd at Deutsche Bank Park, Beyoncé shouted out her sister before getting the concert-goers to wish her a happy birthday. Meanwhile, the Beyhive dug up some adorable throwback footage of Solange.

Solange Dances With Blue Ivy In Adorable Throwback Footage

As mentioned, the Beyhive had a present on its own. Spread on social media by Beyoncé’s dedicated fanbase, the somewhat grainy footage appears to show Solange dancing with her niece, Blue Ivy.

However, some fans believe the footage actually shows Solange dancing with her younger niece, Rumi. While it has not blossomed into an all-out fandom war, the debate has been fairly spirited.

Regardless of who is dancing with Solange, it’s an adorable video. Furthermore, it just goes to show the bond that is held by the various members of the Knowles family. But do you think it’s Blue or Rumi? Let us know in the comments.

Dancer Prevents Nip Slip In Hamburg

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Elsewhere, one of Beyoncé’s long-time dancers prevented disaster during the June 21 concert in Hamburg. As Beyoncé performed “BREAK MY SOUL”, one of the straps of her dress began to slip. This could have potentially led to an internet-breaking nip slip in the historic German city.

However, disaster was averted as one of the Les Twins danced in front of Beyoncé as she fixed her wardrobe. In fact, the process was so seamless that many people didn’t even clock it as anything more than part of the choreography.

This has led to widespread praise of the dancer, for both his quick thinking and professionalism. However, it’s not the only technical difficulty the tour has faced. In London, a mid-song costume change nearly cost Beyoncé her headset. Meanwhile, she was visibly unimpressed with members of the crew while in Amsterdam.

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Gunna Appears To Unfollow Lil Baby & Lil Durk On Social Media Following Snitch Criticism

June 24, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Gunna has apparently unfollowed two of his former partners-in-rhyme, Lil Baby and Lil Durk, amid an onslaught of criticism on social media.

Blueface Explains Why He’s Ok With His Non-Black Baby Mother Using The N-Word

June 24, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Blueface has said he takes no issue with his non-Black baby’s mother, Jaidyn Alexis, saying the n-word — and his reasoning might surprise you.

Drake’s New Poetry Book Will Reportedly Be Followed By A Companion Album Called ‘For All The Dogs’

June 24, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Drake‘s new poetry book — which he wrote alongside songwriter Kenza Samir — has hit shelves today (June 24). In tandem with the new book Titles Ruin Everything: A Stream Of Consciousness By Kenza Samir & Aubrey Graham, it appears we may also be getting some new music.

The book is currently available for purchase via Drake‘s officially online merchandiser, DrakeRelated, as well as select retailers, however, members of the press who received their copies early noted that the front cover of the book contains an image of two puppies with a caption reading “For All The Dogs.”

An insider told Complex that “the image serves as a QR which takes you to a landing page announcing drake has an album on the way. While there is no release day we’re inclined to think this image in the book will be the communication point for ongoing updates.”

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The QR code has also appeared in some of the newspaper ads Drake has taken out to promote the album, according to fans on social media. The code reportedly takes fans to a page, which shows a message from Drake.

“I made an album to go with the book,” reads the message. “They say they miss the old Drake girl don’t tempt me.” Subtext below reads “FOR ALL THE DOGS” in all caps.

At the time of writing, there is no confirmed release date for For All The Dogs.

Drake Announces “For All The Dogs” Album To Accompany New Poetry Book

June 24, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Even this deep into his career, Toronto native Drake always finds new ways to surprise his fans. After giving us two incredible features on Young Thug’s new BUSINESS IS BUSINESS album, the father of one has mostly been focusing his energy on preparing for his quickly approaching It’s All A Blur tour. Prior to that kicking off in Houston next week, Drake gave fans an update on the poetry book he’s been working on in tandem with Kenza, revealing that it’s called Titles Ruin Everything.

To share that news, Drizzy took out ads in papers like the New York Times and the Toronto Star, and it wasn’t long before fans noticed a QR code on them. As Complex notes, scanning will take you to titlesruineverything.com, where the Scorpion rapper confirmed that along with his book will come a new album called For All The Dogs. No official release date has been shared at this time, but the news is making waves across the hip-hop community this afternoon.

Drake Confirms Another Album Ahead of It’s All A Blur Tour

“I made an album to go with the book,” Drake wrote on the webpage confirming his future plans. “They say they miss the old Drake, girl don’t tempt me,” he added, referencing his often-quoted lyrics from Take Care‘s “Headlines.” It’s worth noting that when the multi-talent first shared his desire to release a book of poems last summer, he told Table for One listeners that he was also planning to drop Scary Hours 3.

“I got another Scary Hours pack coming too, in a little bit. Maybe not right now; I need you to just take this in right now,” he declared following the debut of his Honestly, Nevermind album. “But I’m gonna slap some head tops off with the Scary Hours pack. I love this s**t.” Are you looking forward to Drake’s For All The Dogs album? Let us know in the comments, and see how the 36-year-old is preparing for his quickly approaching tour with 21 Sav at the link below.

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Boosie Badazz Has Triumphant “First Day Back” With New Album

June 24, 2023 by newhiphopnews

To everyone’s surprise, Boosie Badazz is not only back after a brief stint in jail, but he’s also back to dropping music immediately. Moreover, he just released First Day Back, a ten-track album that, in some pockets, fits the vibe of someone who just got his freedom. Of course, it’s unclear how much of this album was recorded and mixed before his incarceration, but it’s still the same old Baton Rouge MC that you know. For example, his vocal performances here are as nasal and expressive as ever, shifting between passionate singing and aggressive verses. When he got out of jail, he already celebrated plenty on IG Live, and odds are he has a lot more to celebrate now.

“He’s baaaaack!” Boosie started off his first Instagram Live after release from jail, where he ended up after being arrested on federal gun charges. “I wan’ thank God. I got chairs on my knees, I been praying so much. My family, all the prayer warriors who came to San Diego to support me. Yeah, Boosie Boo. Yeah! BET, I need three tickets. I go to BET Awards [on June 25] but I gotta go to my attorneys. That’s me! I’m back! Boosie Boo! That’s me! I’m back! I’m drivin’ the jeep. First day back. Prussia! You can get a ride now. But BET, I need three tickets. I need a haircut. Oh man, I’m outta breath already. Boosie’s baaaaaack!”

Boosie Badazz’s First Day Back: Stream Now

If you haven’t heard a Boosie Badazz album before, you’ll get a nice balance of softer cuts (like “Words Mean More”) and more aggressive party anthems here (like “Playing Games” and “Jump”). Features from Rich Homie Quan, Og Dre, and Tootie Raww also add some dynamism to the tracklist. Overall, it’s great to see Boosie return to his prolific nature and catch new wind to come back with a lot o grandeur and circumstance. While his legal future is unclear, there’s a lot he has to look forward to with this release. If you haven’t checked it out yet, you can find First Day Back on your preferred streaming service and peep the tracklist below. As always, check back in with HNHH for the latest news and updates on Boosie Badazz.

Tracklist
1. Be Alright (feat. Rich Homie Quan)
2. Devil On Me
3. Playing Games (feat. Og Dre)
4. Devil Lingerie
5. Jump (feat. Tootie Raww)
6. Words Mean More
7. Certified
8. Thank Ya
9. Southern Hospitality
10. Boosie vs Boosie

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Key Glock Unveils Eight New Tracks On “Glockoma 2 (Deluxe)”

June 24, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Memphis rapper Key Glock has dropped off a new, deluxe edition of his 2023 LP Glockoma 2. Glockoma 2 (Deluxe) follows the original’s release in February, as well as the 2018 release of the series’ first installment, Glockoma. Earlier this week, Key Glock shared his single from the album, “Presidential Rolex,” alongside an accompanying music video.

He packs a punch with Glockoma 2 (Deluxe), providing fans with eight new tracks on the Tay Keith-produced LP. It notably includes zero guest features, as referenced on the track “F*ck A Feature.” After dropping Glockoma 2, he toured in support of the album alongside TiaCorine, Kenny Muney, and Jay Fizzle. The tour featured over 30 stops across the U.S., with notable dates in Queens, Chicago, Detroit, and more. Key Glock has previously worked with the likes of Gucci Mane, Megan Thee Stallion, Denzel Curry, Babyface Ray, and more.

Key Glock’s New Deluxe Edition

Following Glockoma 2, Key Glock spoke to Esquire about his cousin, Young Dolph, who was murdered in 2021. He revealed that Young Dolph laid a strong foundation for his success, which he says “really just happened out of the blue.” “It wasn’t even a plan,” he told the outlet, “I got into some trouble. I got incarcerated. And then close to the time for me to come home, my auntie was married to Young Dolph’s uncle. She told him, ‘You know, Key doing his thing… He just reached out to me and it went from there.”

The rapper went on to discuss his own personal philosophy, explaining how, “No matter what it was. Music or just everything in life,” he goes by his own rules. He continued, telling the outlet, “You know, I don’t mean to disrespect anybody. It’s just how I move. Play by my own rules.”

Tracklist:

1. Sucker Free
2. Let’s Go
3. No Hook
4. Penny
5. MaMa Said
6. Presidential Rolex
7. Lean Habits
8. Last Man Standing
9. Dirt
10. Work
11. Randy Orton
12. Chromosomes
13. 2 For 1
14. Pop My Sh*t
15. Designer Down
16. From Nothing
17. Key Rex
18. In & Outta Town
19. F*ck Dat Sh*t
20. Money Over Hoes
21. Ratchet
22. Homicide Gvng
23. F*ck A Feature

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50 Cent Demands $7M From Employee Caught Embezzling

June 24, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Mitchell Green embezzled $7 million from Sire Spirits, the liquor brand owned by iconic rapper 50 Cent. Green served as the primary liaison between the company and their French supplier. In this role, Green artificially inflated the amounts that Sire was paying out. Furthermore, he would send deduct the excess money as an “agent’s fee” and hide it in the purchase. Meanwhile, he would split the profit amongst him and the others in on the plan.

After confessing to his actions, Sire pursued legal action against Green. In an attempt to mitigate the legal issues, he filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. If the ruling went through, it would discharge the monetary damages from Sire from the case.

However, 50 Cent is eager to get every last cent reimbursed. Now, Sire is challenging the bankruptcy ruling in an effort to hold Green accountable. Their hope is to keep Green on the hook for $7 million.

Sire Seek Dismissal Of Bankruptcy Gambit

Image of 50 Cent — LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – JUNE 13: Rapper 50 Cent is seen in attendance during Game Five of the 2023 NHL Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and the Florida Panthers at T-Mobile Arena on June 13, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Zak Krill/NHLI via Getty Images)

According to Sire’s legal representation, there is no legal precedent for dismissing Green’s debt due to a bankruptcy filing. According to the law, a debt “for money, property, services, or an extension, renewal, or refinancing of credit, to the extent obtained by false pretenses, a false representation, or actual fraud” cannot be discharged.

This means, that because the debt Green is challenging was acquired illegally, it is in fact not a debt protected by bankruptcy. This provision within US bankruptcy law is designed for exactly this scenario. It protects victims when an individual files for bankruptcy to avoid repatriation.

Additionally, the law goes on to state that money obtained by “fraud or defalcation while acting in a fiduciary capacity, embezzlement, or larceny” cannot be discharged either. The proceedings against Green are ongoing and this remains a developing story.

50 Cent Involved In Lala Kent Troll

Image of Lala Kent — BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – MAY 18: Lala Kent attends the 5th Annual Vanderpump Dog Foundation Gala at The Maybourne Beverly Hills on May 18, 2023 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by JC Olivera/Getty Images)

Elsewhere, 50 Cent has become a side character in the ongoing beef between Lala Kent and her ex, Randall Emmett. Kent and 50 have never seen eye to eye. However, the Vanderpump Rules star was more than happy to use the rapper in her trolling efforts.

In a now-deleted Instagram post, Kent shared an image of her and Emmett, with 50’s face photoshopped over Emmett’s. “Aw,” Kent wrote in the caption. It’s unclear what caused the bizarre picture to be posted, but fans are sure that the story will come out eventually.

Previously, 50 beefed with Emmett himself, demanding the repayment of a purported $1 million loan in 2019. “Money by Monday,” became a viral meme after 50 made the claim on social media.

Related: Lala Kent visits 50 Cent

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Pharrell & Louis Vuitton Accused By Fashion Designer Of Stealing Her Idea

June 24, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Pharrell is having a ball as Louis Vuitton’s head designer, though it hasn’t come without some scrutiny as of late. Moreover, an independent fashion designer Kellie Ford recently claimed that the Neptunes creative and LV stole her idea for a bag as part of their new collection. In a series of TikToks, she details how she went viral in 2021 for turning a shopping bag from the brand into a stylish purse. In addition, Ford drew connections between the look of that item and the new accessory in question, also inspired by the shopping bag. Regardless of where you fall on the debate, it’s hard to deny that it’s quite the murky affair.

First of all, as many pointed out in comments of coverage of the allegations, the designer was using Louis Vuitton’s image in the first place. However, it’s unclear whether Ford actually sought to make a profit off of the bag by selling it, so copyright claims might not actually hold any ground. Dapper Dan was one of many who praised her, and he started out doing a similar practice with Gucci and eventually went on to work for them. Between differences in material, questions over creative credit, and the clear viral nature of the video, there’s a lot to discuss here when it comes to whether to not Pharrell bit the idea.

Kellie Ford Accuses Pharrell & Louis Vuitton Of Biting

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In any case, it’s also not entirely implausible to think that these two talented creatives had a similar idea separately. After all, what easier way is there to inspire yourself to make a bag than by looking at another bag, albeit a shopping one? As such (and given that Ford said she wasn’t necessarily mad about it), it will be interesting to see if this actually develops into something larger. Hopefully the designer follows a similar trajectory as others and eventually gets hit up to work at the fashion brand, because her creativity certainly merits it.

Meanwhile, the star producer is turning heads everywhere he goes during Paris Fashion Week. After a star-studded show, his first forays in Louis Vuitton are proving to be quite successful. Still, a lot of people hope that the 50-year-old will at least show some love to Kellie Ford. For more updates and the latest news on Pharrell, stick around on HNHH.

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Young Thug’s “BUSINESS IS BUSINESS” Brings So Many Bangers To Our “Fire Emoji” Playlist

June 24, 2023 by newhiphopnews

The talk of the industry as of late has been mostly centred around how hip-hop has failed to produce a No. 1 single so far in 2023. Clearly, artists have heard the chatter and put in work since coming to this realiziation. This week’s batch of New Music Friday (June 23) arrivals is hotter than any others in recent memory. Unsurprisingly, Young Thug’s BUSINESS IS BUSINESS album is getting all the love at the top of today’s Fire Emoji playlist, with “Oh U Went” featuring Drake taking the first spot.

After that we have the second collaboration from Queen of Rap Nicki Minaj and 23-year-old Ice Spice. Following the “Princess Diana (Remix),” the new arrival is called “Barbie World.“ It’s due to appear on the soundtrack of Greta Gerwig’s upcoming Barbie movie. Another noteworthy Thugger title, “Want Me Dead” featuring 21 Sav comes after, as well as Stormzy and Fredo’s hot new “Toxic Trait” single. Elsewhere, fans of the late Juice WRLD were happy to hear his voice posthumously once again. This time he appeared on Lyrical Lemonade’s “Doomsday” alongside Cordae.

HNHH Fire Emoji Playlist

The rap divas are getting plenty of love today as well. We’re celebrating BIA’s work with Busta Rhymes on “BEACH BALL” plus Coi Leray’s “Spend It” featuring Saucy Santana. Speaking of the Boston-born baddie, she shared her sophomore album this weekend, from which we’ve also added “No Angels” with Lola Brooke to our round-up. A few noteworthy solo efforts that caught our attention are Key Glock’s “Presidential Rolex” and Thugger’s “Jonesboro,” as well as Lil Tjay’s reflection on his near-fatal shooting throughout “June 22nd.”

Our final picks for your streaming consideration are Finesse2tymes’ wild new “Shiesty” joint featuring Kali and Sexyy Red, and another posthumous track from King Von called “Robberies.” Check out today’s Fire Emoji update exclusively on Spotify above. Which of our latest additions is your favourite? Let us know in the comments, and check back tomorrow for more HNHH release recommendations on our R&B Season playlist.

Read More: Coi Leray Drops New Album, “COI”

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