Month: June 2023

Future Goes All Out For Lil Double 0’s Homecoming Gifts

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Lil Double 0 is back home and the FBG boss Future ensured that he was welcomed back properly. A video surfaced this week of Future handing over goodies to the young rapper after his release from jail. Double 0 came home to a stack of cash and new jewelry, including an iced-out watch and Freebandz chain. “That shit go with it. Turn my dog up. Just got out the slammer turn my dog up, man,” Future said with a grin on his face. Double 0 replied, “Turn that shit up a whole another notch. They know that.”

Lil Double 0 has been a rising force on the Freebandz roster but his legal issues have undoubtedly stagnated his journey. Last December, police arrested the “Good On Love” rapper on drug and gun charges. However, in February, he turned himself into authorities before his release earlier this week. Meanwhile, Akademiks alleged that Lil Double 0 was potentially facing a 15-year prison sentence as paperwork revealed that he was charged with trafficking oxycodone, possessing MDMA, driving without a valid license, and unlawfully carrying a concealed weapon. 

Future Gears Up To Release New Music

Besides ensuring that his artists are taken care of, Future appears to be plotting on the release of new music. Last year, we received his latest full-length album, I Never Liked You, which served as one of the highest-selling projects of 2022. Along with the success of “Wait For You” ft. Drake and Tems, Future continued to claim his reign at the top of the charts. However, there has been further anticipation surrounding his next effort.

Metro Boomin and Future have been hinting at the release of a collaborative project in the near future. On several occasions since the top of 2023, the two have hinted at releasing a joint project together. Metro even said that it would see the light of day in 2023. Although no release date has been set, Metro has been cooking up the soundtrack for Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse which he confirmed will include a new collaboration with Future. We’ll keep you posted on any more updates on the project. Check out Future’s welcome home gift to Lil Double 0 above.

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Offset Shows Cardi B He Misses Her With Explicit Video of Him Grabbing Her Butt

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If there’s one thing you can expect from Cardi B and Offset, it’s the fact that they’ll always express PDA — on and off social media. Naturally positioning themselves as Hip-Hop’s power couple, the two have been flaunting their love (and lust) for each other since they first started dating… and fans have been tuned in every step of the way.

Most recently, Offset posted an explicit video of himself grabbing his wife’s butt to his Instagram story. In the short clip, you can see the Migos rapper grabbing and clenching both of Cardi B’s ass cheeks. You can also hear Cardi B asking her husband, “You happy to see me?”

His response? Grabbing more ass before stating, “Yes, I miss you so much.”

The NSFW visual has since gone viral, but definitely don’t watch it in the workplace! The clip sees Cardi B lying down on her stomach with her spandex pulled down and just a thong visible.

In more exciting news, Cardi B will be jumping on Latto’s viral smash “Put It On The Floor.” The two female powerhouses shared the clip on Instagram, as Latto is seen revealing Cardi B’s face, which was covered with a plastic bag.

Offset also showed his support for the remix by reposting the video.

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eBay Announces Expansion of Authenticity Guarantee to Include Streetwear Brands

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eBay Authenticity Guarantee has announced its expansion to include streetwear. Starting today, the service is available for all new and used products priced at $200 or more from Aimé Leon Dore, Fear of God, KITH, Supreme, Off-White, Palace, and Stone Island. This adds a sixth category to eBay’s authentication service, which now includes trading cards, footwear, watches, jewelry, and handbags.

All eligible streetwear purchased and sold in the United States will be examined and authenticated by a team of expertly qualified authenticators from eBay employing a thorough physical inspection and cutting-edge technical equipment in the company’s brand-new, cutting-edge facility in New Jersey.

“eBay has pieces from nearly every notable streetwear drop that’s ever happened – whether in 1993 or 2023,” said Garry Thaniel, Global GM of Sneakers and Streetwear at eBay. “We’ve heard loud and clear from our enthusiast community that they want to be able to come to eBay to buy and sell apparel in the same seamless way that they can sneakers. With the launch of Authenticity Guarantee for streetwear, we’re delivering on that ask.”

Shoppers can explore and purchase a variety of thousands of new and used streetwear goods from top brands at eBay.com/streetwear. Each item is marked with an Authenticity Guarantee logo. The service will be expanded by the end of September to include streetwear from popular companies like adidas and Nike and designer labels like Gucci, Prada, Louis Vuitton, and others.

You can learn more here.

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Lil Uzi Vert Reveals Just How Effective Rehab Is

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Lil Uzi Vert is a beloved artist who is always being begged to release new music. Overall, they are gearing up to release The Pink Tape, which is likely to be massive. However, we actually have no clue whether or not it will be released in 2023. Instead, Uzi has been fairly quiet on that front. They refuse to give fans much insight into the album, even though many would do anything for just a little bit of information. At this point, all fans can really do is be patient and wait and see.

Recently, Lil Uzi Vert appeared on the cover of 032c Magazine. Overall, the cover story was exceptionally insightful. Additionally, Uzi opened up about having to go to rehab for seven months. As they explain, Desiree Perez was one of the people who encouraged them to join. Like many people who go into rehab, Uzi was extremely skeptical. However, it worked for the best as the artist is feeling very good right now. 

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“I’m lucky to have people in my life who truly care about me and my well-being. Specifically, Desiree Perez, who helped me get into this program,” Uzi said. “I didn’t want to do it, but I had to — and I can say now that it was a great thing to do. I spent seven months in rehab. The first month and a half were hard, but after that, it was easy, because the people there became my family. They showed me so many different outlets and ways to cope with life. We did a lot of group talks, a lot of writing on whiteboards.I was so sure that it wasn’t going to work, but surprisingly it’s pretty effective.”

Overall, this is a pretty great endorsement of rehab. Although some people are still not so sure about its effectiveness, let Lil Uzi Vert be the one to tell you it’s good. Regardless, we are just happy to see Uzi thriving. They are living life to the fullest, and you can’t help but be extremely happy for them. Stay tuned to HNHH for all of the latest news and updates from around the music world. 

Read More: Lil Uzi Vert Producer Responds To Impatient Fans Asking About “Pink Tape”

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SOURCE SPORTS: NBA Announces Michelob ULTRA as Its First-Ever Global Beer Partner

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AB InBev, the foremost brewer on the planet, has joined forces with the National Basketball Association (NBA) to unveil a comprehensive expansion of their marketing collaboration. This exciting development designates Michelob ULTRA as the sole and international Official Beer Partner for a multitude of esteemed basketball leagues and organizations, including the NBA, Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA), NBA G League, NBA 2K League, USA Basketball, and Basketball Africa League. Together, they aim to deliver euphoric moments and unparalleled enjoyment to basketball enthusiasts across the globe.

“Our longstanding partnership with the NBA is key to our strategy of building platforms that connect beer-drinking occasions and consumer passion points with our brands,” said Fabio Baracho Martinelli, global vice president of Connections and Occasions, AB InBev.  “Expanding our collaboration around the world allows us to connect with even more adult basketball fans and to bring them together for meaningful moments of joy and celebration, creating a future with more cheers.”

“We are thrilled to build upon our 25-year relationship with Anheuser-Busch and welcome Michelob ULTRA as the NBA’s first-ever global beer partner,” said Kerry Tatlock, NBA Executive Vice President, Global Marketing Partnerships and Media.  “Michelob ULTRA has shown a passioned dedication to creating new, differentiated experiences for our fans, and we look forward to working with ULTRA to engage with our fans all around the world and bring them closer to their favorite game.”

Building upon their 25-year history, this global expansion further strengthens AB InBev’s enduring alliance with the NBA. Originating in 1998, this partnership has flourished over the years, establishing itself as one of the NBA’s most enduring and dedicated marketing collaborations. With an unwavering commitment to captivating the NBA’s vast global fanbase throughout the year, the partnership has evolved to encompass the league’s most prominent events. In 2020, Michelob ULTRA assumed the prestigious role of the NBA’s Official Beer Partner, and its impact was magnified during the NBA Restart in Orlando, FL. Introducing the acclaimed “Michelob ULTRA Courtside,” a groundbreaking digital experience that allowed fans to virtually immerse themselves in the arena, sharing the electric atmosphere of the game at a time when the yearning for joy was deeply felt.

“Michelob ULTRA tipped off our journey with the NBA during unprecedented times and have continued to work and evolve together to bring our shared commitment of creating joyful experiences for adult basketball fans to fruition,” said Kyle Norrington, Chief Commercial Officer, Anheuser-Busch.  “Expanding on our partnership will allow us to tap even further into our existing fan base and reach more basketball fans as we take it to the global stage.”

Building upon their 25-year history, this global expansion further strengthens AB InBev’s enduring alliance with the NBA. Originating in 1998, this partnership has flourished over the years, establishing itself as one of the NBA’s most enduring and dedicated marketing collaborations. With an unwavering commitment to captivating the NBA’s vast global fanbase throughout the year, the partnership has evolved to encompass the league’s most prominent events. In 2020, Michelob ULTRA assumed the prestigious role of the NBA’s Official Beer Partner, and its impact was magnified during the NBA Restart in Orlando, FL. Introducing the acclaimed “Michelob ULTRA Courtside,” a groundbreaking digital experience that allowed fans to virtually immerse themselves in the arena, sharing the electric atmosphere of the game at a time when the yearning for joy was deeply felt.

Core elements of the global agreement include the following:

  • A Global Expansion: Michelob ULTRA’s global marketing rights with the NBA, previously limited to the United States, Canada, and Brazil, have expanded across all the league’s global territories.  The beer brand will serve as a presenting partner for select NBA Global Games and the global expansion will additionally tip off Michelob ULTRA’s marketing partnership with the Basketball Africa League (BAL), beginning with its fourth season in 2024.
  • A Bolstered ULTRA Courtside: Beginning with the 2023 NBA Finals, Michelob ULTRA will have an expanded oncourt presence through first-of-its-kind physical branding on the baseline apron, visible on nationally televised games across the NBA, WNBA, the NBA Global Games, the NBA 2K24 Summer League, and USA Basketball.
  • A Renewed Commitment across the WNBA: Continuing Michelob ULTRA’s commitment to increase visibility for women’s sports, Michelob ULTRA will serve as a partner across every WNBA marquee event.
  • A Team Player: Michelob ULTRA will also remain the official beer partner of 25 of the 30 NBA teams, allowing the brand to connect with fans in the U.S. and teams across both Eastern and Western Conference.  In addition, Michelob ULTRA Courtside viewing areas will be available at key league marquee events including NBA All-Star, NBA 2K24 Summer League, and the NBA Draft presented by State Farm.

In honor of the global expansion, Michelob ULTRA has prepared a captivating commercial featuring Jimmy Butler, the esteemed six-time All-Star of the Miami Heat. The advertisement serves as a reminder to fans that true enjoyment is the ultimate reward. Viewers will have the opportunity to catch this exciting commercial during the 2023 NBA Finals presented by YouTube TV. The highly anticipated Finals, commencing on Thursday, June 1 at 8:30 p.m. ET, will be broadcasted on ABC, making it the perfect platform to showcase this inspiring message to basketball enthusiasts worldwide.

For more information, visit MichelobULTRA.com or follow @MichelobULTRA on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

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Moneybagg Yo Shares Tracklist and Features for ‘Hard to Love’ Mixtape

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It’s Moneybagg Yo’s turn. Moneybagg Yo will drop off his Hard to Love: The Mixtape Heartless Edition this Friday. The new release is 20 songs deep and has six features.

Moneybaggo Yo states the mixtape has his favorite artists as features.

“It’s Almost Dat Time 3 Days Away Hope Y’all Ready,” Moneybagg Yo wrote to Instagram. “20 Songs , 6 Features From Some Of My Favorites Hard To Love : The Mixtape Heartless Edition THIS FRIDAY!”

The features include Lil Durk, Future, Fridayy, YTB Fatt, Shot Off, and GloRilla. You can see the full tracklist below.

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Tupac to Receive Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame on June 7

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Tupac Shakur will finally get a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. According to Billboard, Tupac‘s star will be unveiled on June 7 and will be awarded in the recording category. Pac’s Star will be at 6212 Hollywood Blvd.

“Tupac Shakur was a rapper, actor, activist, poet, and revolutionary,” says Ana Martinez, producer of the Hollywood Walk of Fame. “This iconic artist has continued to be part of the zeitgeist for decades after his passing and will continue to be an important cultural figure for many years to come. Surely, as one of L.A.’s own, Tupac’s star will be added to the list of most visited stars.”

The ceremony will occur at 10:30 a.m. PT and stream live here.

Another piece of California will also be named after the Hip-Hop icon.

During a momentous meeting held on May 16, 2023, the Oakland City Council unanimously decided to pay tribute to one of the city’s most iconic and influential figures by renaming a significant stretch of MacArthur Boulevard. The resolution passed by the elected officials commemoratively designates the portion between Grand and Van Buren Ave. as “Tupac Shakur Way,” recognizing the enduring legacy of the legendary rapper and activist.

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The initiative honors Tupac Shakur’s remarkable contributions to Oakland and the broader Bay Area community. By retaining the existing street name and adding an honorary designation, the city seeks to celebrate the profound impact of Shakur on the region’s cultural and social fabric. The additional honorary street name will be accompanied by commemorative plaques and/or signs, as a permanent reminder of Shakur’s enduring influence.

In a statement addressing why she brought forward this resolution, Councilmember Carroll Fife says: 

“This street renaming reminds us of Tupac Amaru Shakur’s life, legacy and contribution to Oakland, California. With what seemed to be ef ortless skill, this Black Panther Party Cub influenced hearts and minds while highlighting the contradictions of the brand of “American exceptionalism” that “has money for wars but can’t feed the poor”. In addition to his theatrical and literary contributions, we recognize his social commentary; one that is just as relevant today as it was 30 years ago. Tupac will be remembered as one of the greatest of all time by his family and fans; touching countless lives of people all over the world, spanning several decades. I am honored to bring forward this resolution along with LeRoy McCarthy and Heterodoxx Inc. and look forward to a continued partnership with the Tupac Amaru Shakur Foundation to ensure the Shakur legacy lives on and that we build a world where roses no longer have to grow through concrete because we’ve broken down those obstacles and softened the ground for all beauty to bloom with ease.”

In a statement, The Tupac Shakur Foundation says: 

“We want to thank The City of Oakland, Councilmember Carroll Fife and LeRoy McCarthy of Heterodoxx Inc. for all the hard work in bringing the Tupac Shakur Way street naming to life. We hope that this street sign resides at the intersection of Love, Courage, Compassion, Honor and Community. These are important virtues for me, my family and The Tupac Amaru Shakur Foundation. We look forward to peace, healing and building new legacies, here on Tupac Shakur”

Notably, the Tupac Shakur Foundation has generously volunteered to cover the costs associated with this commemorative act. The foundation, established to carry on the artist’s philanthropic endeavors, will bear the financial responsibility for renaming and installing the commemorative signage.

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Residents, admirers, and fans of Tupac Shakur can eagerly anticipate an event scheduled for September 2023. The ceremony will include the unveiling and placement of the new signage along MacArthur Boulevard. As the date approaches, the community is encouraged to stay tuned for additional information, ensuring they don’t miss this historic moment.

The decision to rename MacArthur Boulevard to “Tupac Shakur Way” not only pays homage to a beloved local icon but also serves as a testament to the enduring impact of his artistry, activism, and cultural contributions. By honoring Shakur’s memory profoundly, the city of Oakland reinforces its commitment to preserving and celebrating its rich history and diverse heritage.

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Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck Drop $61 Million on New LA-Area Megamansion

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Jenny from the Block has found a new block to live on. According to The Wall Street Journal, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have purchased a new $61 million megamansion in Wallingford Estates.

TMZ has provided additional details on the mansion, revealing it has a double gate, 12 bedrooms, 24 bathrooms, and 15 fireplaces across five acres of land. The home was purchased for $60.85 million in cash.

The new digs for the A-list couple also feature a movie theater, wine and whiskey room, sauna, spa, and its own hair and nail salon.

Moving crews are already moving in the couple’s furniture and belongings, settling into the massive estate.

The home was originally listed in 2018 at $135 million before being relisted at $75 million.

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