Month: June 2023

Lily Rose-Depp Says Nude Shoots On “The Idol” Were “Theraputic”

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The Idol has proven to be yet another immensely viral, and deeply controversial, show for HBO. The show follows recovering Jocelyn (Lily Rose-Depp) as she embarks on a torrid romance with self-help influencer and cult leader Tedros (The Weeknd). From the mind of Sam Levinson (creator of Euphoria), the show has refused to shy away from controversial material. Self-harm, revenge porn, drug use, masturbation, and sexual scenes of dubious consent all feature in the show’s first three episodes.

However, the boundary-pushing show has been problematic for many viewers. Critics have argued that the show, despite being from Jocelyn’s central viewpoint, is nothing more than a toxic male power fantasy. Furthermore, others simply take issue with the show’s poor acting and writing. Early viewing figures report that Episode 3 saw another decline, though not as sharp as the drop between Episodes 1 and 2. Despite this, it means that the show is still struggling to retain the viewers it did manage to keep hold of.

Lily Rose-Depp Loved Shooting “The Idol” Nude Scenes

Sam Levinson, Lily Rose-Depp, and The Weeknd promoting "The Idol" at Cannes
Sam Levinson, Lily-Rose Depp and Abel ‘The Weeknd’ Tesfaye le 23 mai 2023 à Cannes. (Photo by Laurent KOFFEL/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images)

However, Rose-Depp embraced the nude demands of the role. “It’s all me. I love doing that kind of work,” the actress told The Sun. “I don’t think there’s anything wrong with that. And I don’t think there’s anything wrong with enjoying that kind of work. I also think it really speaks to who the character is and who she wants to tell you that she is. She’s a performer through and through, even when she’s alone and just looking in the mirror. Every outfit and every interaction and every piece of nudity and all those things are very intentional and were really important to me.”

She continued. “Maybe this makes me, like, a little twisted. But I feel really good after doing scenes like that because there’s something that feels very therapeutic about it to me — and maybe that’s why I like doing this job. Maybe there’s something wrong with me but it feels very cathartic and I feel very drained of anything that I maybe needed to let go of. Obviously when you go that far emotionally, you have to find it within yourself, it has to come from some place real. Some place inside of you. Even if you’re performing a scene that is completely fictionalised, and you’ve never actually gone through any of that stuff, you have to find it within yourself. But I find that kind of work to be really healing, actually.”

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CEEK Metaverse Team Up With CeeLo Green And Jack Splash For New Collab ‘Pink’

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CEEK Metaverse just teamed up with the legendary artist CeeLo Green and acclaimed multiple Grammy  Award winning music producer, Jack Splash for their upcoming collaborative project THE PINK releasing later this year.  

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CeeLo + Jack Splash + CEEK just released their new single “Serious” and a new music video will debut on July 7th via www.ceek.com and on the CEEK VR App with exclusive behind-the-scenes features.
CeeLo shared, “Only an appointed artist such as myself and Jack Splash possess the foresight to peer into the future, take something from it then turn it into a tangible. Music is a means to move, show and prove, teach, retrain thought, broaden the scope of society so we see our reflection not as a delayed reaction but recognizing purpose in real time. Which is to push us all in the pursuit of happiness to the point of actuality! Defying all odds and getting even with the enemies of ingenuity! CEEK VR is the battleship that can help us win this war of words!” Filmed in Miami, CeeLo and Jack Splash are making their CEEK Metaverse debut withthe single “Serious” with an animated video. Users joining via the CEEK App, will have an immersive experience with other fans and opportunity to engage with CeeLo and Jack Splash in real time in the CEEK Metaverse. The experience can be accessed on mobile, tablet, and browser with or without a VR headset.

Founder and CEO of CEEK, Mary Spio states, “we are delighted to welcome CeeLo and Jack Splash to interact with their existing and new fans in this truly exciting and unique way. CEEK Metaverse Virtual hangouts are the future of socializing and community building for creators and fans alike.”Jack Splash says, “everything CeeLo and I do is with at least one eye looking to the future. With this album, we’re finally bringing our future soul and funk back down to earth. We thought it would be fun to let it also live in the metaverse…not just for now, but for future generations. Partnering with CEEK and exploring their virtual world is an exciting way for us to do that. True art really has no specific place or time, it is for all people all the time.”

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Chris Brown’s Got The “Summer Too Hot” On Today’s “R&B Season” Update

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Hip-hop heads were left seriously satisfied with this New Music Friday’s roster of releases. Young Thug’s BUSINESS IS BUSINESS album seems to be leading the way. Of course, we also received a sophomore effort from Coi Leray. In addition to that, we’ve seen a celebratory project from a recently freed Boosie Badazz, and a handful of new singles that we found worthy of our R&B Season playlist update.

The first comes from Chris Brown, who obviously came through on his promise to bring the heat this season. His “Summer Too Hot” single finds the father of three unleashing salacious lines. “Summer too hot not to f**k it up /
Is the mood right? (Ayy) Is it wet enough? / I got a new ride, guess I levelled up / Let me wet it up just a few times,” he sings. As expected, fans of the R&B sensation are already eating the song up, and can’t wait for more from Breezy.

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HNHH R&B Season Playlist

Next up we hear from Muni Long, who continues to champion her Grammy Award-winning “Hrs & Hrs” single. This time around, she brought Usher onto the track to vocally float alongside her. On the remix, both artists sensually sing about their undying love. Prior to the track’s official debut on DSPs this weekend, Muni joined the Texas native on stage at his Lovers & Friends festival to perform their version of her 2021 fan favourite.

Our final pick of the day comes from the booked and busy Keyshia Cole, who’s been heavily promoting her new biopic over the past few weeks. Her “Forever Is A Thing” single hit streamers on Friday, and finds the songstress emotionally reflecting on the tumultuous relationship she had with her mother prior to her death, among other things. Tap into our full R&B Season round-up, exclusively on Spotify above. Are there any new arrivals you think we might have missed? Let us know in the comments, and find more HNHH release recommendations on our Fire Emoji playlist at the link below.

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Fivio Foreign Allegedly Roofied At Paris Night Club

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Fivio Foreign caught a speed bump during his good times in France for Paris Fashion Week, or at least that’s what reports of an alleged incident indicated. Moreover, according to TMZ, someone roofied the New York rapper on Saturday night (June 24) at the Parisian club L’Arc, resulting in a heated altercation. Apparently, the accusations of drugging come directly from Fivio, who attributed that to how he acted in the club he performed at. Furthermore, the publication got in contact with his representatives, who did not specify what went down that night. However, we do know that police forces spoke to him that night, and that the incident allegedly spilled outside of the premises.

However, while officers did confront Fivio Foreign, they did not arrest or detain him for the incident. Overall, it sounds like a bit of a scary situation, and the vagueness of reports as of writing this article certainly doesn’t help. At least the MC had other things to celebrate this week to balance out the unfortunate Saturday night. For example, he recently dropped $200K on a luxurious new chain with his name engraved, VVS diamonds, and emeralds.

Read More: Best Songs From Fivio Foreign, Ranked

Fivio Foreign Performs At A Coachella Party

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Fivio Foreign at the Marc Jacobs x i-D Coachella Party in Indio, California on April 15, 2023. (Photo by Katie Jones/WWD via Getty Images)

In other news, the 33-year-old was believed to be the victim of a chain-snatching indecent, although he and his team called these rumors false. Apparently a rapper named Big Pluto took responsibility for the incident when news of it first broke online. However, Fivio Foreign’s friend Loui Paso went on Math Hoffa’s My Expert Opinion podcast to debunk these claims, saying that he has really tight security. As such, he expressed doubts that anyone could even get past them without it being a much bigger and more well-known story, which got confirmed quick. After calling Fivio, he showed the podcast the allegedly stolen chain in question.

Meanwhile, he just released an eight track EP titled Without Warning, which he leads mostly by himself except for a feature from Kanye West on the track “Concussion.” They previously worked together on various songs from West’s Donda, including “Off The Grid.” Hopefully whatever happened in Paris was an isolated incident- and one that doesn’t happen again. For more news and the latest updates on Fivio Foreign, check back in with HNHH.

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Hijack Season 1: Apple TV, Release Date, Idris Elba, Cast and More

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An exhilarating thrill ride awaits Apple TV+ subscribers, with the upcoming British miniseries Hijack, slated for a premiere on June 28th, 2023. Created by George Kay and Jim Field Smith, the show is set to captivate audiences with its unique narrative and impressive cast​.

Release Date

Mark your calendars for June 28th, 2023! That’s when Hijack will make its highly anticipated debut on Apple TV+. The suspense is palpable, with eager fans counting down the days until the series premieres​.

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The Premise

Hijack revolves around Sam, a skilled business negotiator forced to apply his acumen in an extraordinary situation. Tasked with resolving a hijacking incident on a flight from Dubai to London, Sam must negotiate a peaceful resolution in a tense environment. This gripping premise lays the groundwork for a series that promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats​.

The Cast And Characters

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Idris Elba, acclaimed for his exceptional acting prowess, leads the series in the role of Sam Nelson. Alongside Elba, the series boasts an ensemble cast that includes Archie Panjabi as Zahra Gahfoor, Christine Adams as Marsha Smith-Nelson, and Max Beesley as DI Daniel Farrell.

Adding further depth to the series is Eve Myles as Alice Sinclair, Neil Maskell as Stuart Atterton, and Kate Phillips as Collette. The series also features Jasper Britton, Harry Michell, Aimée Kelly as Jamie Constantinou, Mohamed Elsandel as Jaden, Ben Miles as Robin Allen, Holly Aird as Amanda, Gretchen Egolf as Adelaide, Antonia Salib as Leesha, Zora Bishop as Deevia, Fatima Adoum as Rashida, Ananya Chadha, Nebras Jamali as Nasir, Lucia Aliu as Lizzy Blakefield, Mei Henri as Naomi, and Chantelle Alle as Kacey, all adding color to the exciting narrative​.

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Behind The Scenes

News of the upcoming miniseries first broke in April 2022 when Apple TV+ gave the green light for the production, with Elba starring and serving as an executive producer. The script, penned by George Kay, and directed by Jim Field Smith, lends credence to the project’s high expectations.

The production started in May 2022 in Aylesbury and extended till October of the same year. Along with Elba, the cast saw an addition in May with Archie Panjabi joining the ranks. With such a stellar team behind the scenes, Hijack appears to be a series that will be both riveting and memorable​.

In conclusion, Hijack promises to be a thrilling addition to Apple TV+’s roster of shows. With a captivating premise, an all-star cast, and an experienced production team, ‘Hijack’ is poised to hijack viewers’ attention come June 28, 2023.

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Top5 Facing Legal Trouble For Music Video Shot From Jail

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Toronto rapper Top5, born Hassan Ali, is currently residing in a Canadian prison on a murder charge. Authorities allege that Top5 murdered accounting student Hashim Omar Hashi in 2020. Furthermore, it is believed that Hashi had been mistaken for the man who had killed Top5’s brother Foolish. While living in Los Angeles, Top5 was arrested and extradited to Canada in 2021. Prosecutors have clarified that Top5 is not being charged as the killer but as a passenger in the vehicle from which Hashi was killed.

However, despite being behind bars, Top5 is still finding ways to get in trouble. On June 24, he released the music video for his new song “21 Questions” featuring G Herbo and 6ixbuzz. Additionally, the video appeared to feature footage of Top5 shot inside the jail. Top5 is seen multiple times dancing and rapping in what appears to be his jail cell. The rest of the video was shot by G Herbo and company outside. Obviously, Canadian authorities were not pleased about this when it was brought to their attention.

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Canadian Authorities Launch Investigation Into Top5 Video

The Ontario Solicitor General issued a statement about Top5, after the rapper released the video on June 24. Furthermore, the jail in question appears to be Maplehurst Correctional Complex. “The ministry is aware of an unacceptable incident involving a video posted online that appears to contain images of secure areas of the Maplehurst Correctional Complex,” Hunter Kell, a spokesperson for the Solicitor General, said in a statement.

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Furthermore, Kell continued. “Unauthorized photography of any kind is strictly prohibited inside provincial correctional facilities. The ministry has launched a full investigation into this incident and appropriate action will be taken.” However, it’s unclear what “appropriate action” refers to. However, it appears that the Canadian authorities are taking this breach of prison protocol very seriously. This is a developing story and we’ll have any updates here at HotNewHipHop. What do you think about the situation? Let us know in the comments.

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James Harden Previews The Weeknd’s Collab With Lil Baby

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NBA player James Harden recently took to social media to give fans a preview of The Weeknd’s upcoming collab with Lil Baby. He played a snippet of the song, title “False Idols,” for followers on his Instagram Story last night. Harden is a known friend of Lil Baby, who previously told TMZ that the two of them “bonded from day one.” The athlete encourage The Weeknd and Lil Baby to drop the song already, asking them “What we waiting on??????” He added to the IG Story, “Let’s gooo!!!!!!”

The Weeknd confirmed the title of his collaboration with Lil Baby earlier today on Twitter. The track is set to be part of the soundtrack for The Weeknd’s series alongside Lily-Rose Depp, The Idol. The controversial show has continued to shock viewers with each episode. It’s gotten a good deal of backlash for it’s frequent nudity, depictions of self-harm, and more. The Weeknd, however, has continued to defend the project.

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“False Idols” Will Be On The Idol Soundtrack

“We’re playing with genres with this show, we’re doing exactly what we wanted to do,” The Weeknd revealed last week. He told Variety, “none of this is a surprise. I’m excited for everyone to watch the rest of the show.” The artist continued, “It’s almost educational, that this is what comes with being incredibly famous. You’re surrounded by people who you’re not sure what their true intentions are, even if it seems like they’re good. You just never know.”

Last week, The Real Housewives of New York City‘s Bethenny Frankel came to the show’s defense on TikTok, claiming that The Weeknd’s depiction of a toxic man is accurate. “It’s totally realistic,” she explained, “so what are we doing?” Frankel continued, “There are 50 sleazy, sleazy Hollywood guys like [The Weeknd’s character] that I remember from living in LA.” She went off on haters, asking, “Has everyone lost their f***ing minds? OK, you don’t like the show, don’t watch it. Suck your thumb, get a pacifier and shut the f**k up!”

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