Amid the countless celebrity Halloween looks we’ve seen this year, Khloe Kardashian’s costume was among one of the most controversial. The reality star dressed up as a Bratz doll, sporting a mini dress, a pair of chunky boots, and some extra long hair. Her fit wasn’t what managed to raise eyebrows however, as critics immediately took note of Khloe’s skin tone.
In a variety of photos she shared on Instagram, the mother of two’s complexion appears to have been deepened by makeup or tanning products to make her look Black. “You were Black for Halloween?” one social media user asked under her post. This isn’t the first time someone from the KarJenner clan has been accused of Blackfishing, but nonetheless, it made headlines. Now, Khloe seems to have responded to the allegations in a series of vague Instagram Stories, where she insinuates that critics’ opinions of her are simply a reflection of themselves.
“You can’t control how others interpret your actions our words,” one of the posts reads. “Everyone perceives things based on their current situations and mindset. Just keep acting with honesty, love and a good heart.” Another urges readers to avoid negativity, choosing inner-peace instead. While it remains unconfirmed whether or not the posts were in direct reference to the Blackfishing scandal, the timing certainly seems to line up.
At the time of writing, Khloe’s Instagram photos of her posing in the costume remain on her page. It appears that the Good American co-founder is standing by her Bratz-inspired look, and choosing not to address the situation directly. While some continue to throw allegations her way, others are coming to her defense. Do you think Khloe Kardashian’s Halloween costume crossed the line, or are critics overreacting? What do you think of her apparent response? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.
Fans of Joyner Lucas have been waiting a while for his sophomore album. His debut ADHD dropped back in 2020 and while it was met with a lot of eye rolls from critics, the album still has a dedicated fan base. Lucas hasn’t been quiet since then releasing quite a few singles and a number of high-profile collaborations. But after hearing fan responses from those tracks, he’s changing direction.
In a new Instagram post, he announced that he’s deciding to scrap the album he’s been working on. “Here’s the truth. I started the album over 2 years ago. I finished it about 5 months ago. Wanted to create something different than the typical joyner so I started experimenting. I dropped a few records and a lot of the feedback I was getting wasnt too good,” he began the post. “I realized that over 70% of the music on there was a little too left field. After hearing some of your feedback on a few joints I decided to scrap the album and restart over again and that’s what I been doing,” he continues. Check out the full post below
Later in the post he goes on to explain that the process is very fluid and there are some collaborations he did that he still wants to release. “I had a lot of features from artists i feel you wouldn’t have wanted to hear me collaborate with. So now I am creating the album in real time and I’m constantly adding to it. I’m listening to your opinions on what you don’t like and what you like and im scrapping things and replacing it with other things that I know you will love.”
He concludes the message by apologizing for the long wait fans have gone through for a new album. What do you think of Joyner Lucas choosing to scrap his album after fans didn’t vibe with some of the singles? Let us know in the comment section below.
Now that Halloween has come and gone, the holidays are quickly approaching. With the end of the year approaching, list season is also almost upon us. End-of-year lists are a fourth-quarter affair that celebrates and concludes the year in music. This year has seen a wide range of hip hop releases from legends and rising stars alike.
To kick off November and this year’s Thanksgiving season, we highlight some standout hip hop albums from 2023 that we’re grateful for. These selections have been in rotation all year long, holding significant replay value and leaving lasting impressions on hip hop as a whole. Here are 7 of the best rap albums of 2023, listed in no particular order. Take a look at the albums below.
This year, Travis Scott made his grand return to music following the tragic events at the 2021 Astroworld Festival. It had also been five years since his last album of the same name, his most significant release to date. A highly anticipated release, Utopia exceeded expectations, resulting in arguably Travis Scott’s best work since Rodeo. With cinematic production and an all-star guestlist, the album plays like a blockbuster film. While Utopia’s numerous high-profile features help create an unforgettable listening experience, Travis Scott shines bright. He raps some of his best verses in recent memory. Utopia’s tracklist is unpredictable and adventurous as Travis explores the future of his sound.
Nas – Magic 2
Last year, Nas concluded his Hit-Boy-produced King’s Disease trilogy with a bang. This year, the dynamic duo did the same with their Magic album series. They started with Magic 2, a concise listen that saw Hit-Boy push Nas out of his comfort zone. The production was significantly more modern than the first Magic, but its sequel was still built around the sound they had built together. While Magic 2 might not be Nas and Hit-Boy’s greatest work, they raised the bar incredibly high for themselves and made one of 2023’s best rap albums. Even more impressive is that Magic 2 is a great album on its own merit but is not even the best Nas and Hit-Boy release of the year.
Nas – Magic3
Just a few months later, Nas and Hit-Boy returned with Magic 3. It celebrated their historic six-album run and was the perfect end to the Magic trilogy. Compared to Magic 2, Nas and Hit-Boy’s 6th collaborative album restored the feeling of the first Magic. It is rooted in classic boom-bap production and chopped loops. In addition to continuing their reign, Nas also maintained his skills as a storyteller with the two-part “Based on True Events.” With Magic 3, Nas and Hit-Boy ended their unprecedented series of full-length releases on the ultimate high note.
J Hus – Beautiful And Brutal Yard
This year saw the release of J Hus’s highly-anticipated third studio album, Beautiful and Brutal Yard. While the afroswing pioneer’s latest album did not include any production from frequent collaborator Jae5, it did not disappoint in the slightest. Hus provides the infectious melodies he is known for, but Beautiful and Brutal Yard is significantly more rap-driven than his previous albums.
Light-hearted party starters like “Who Told You” with Drake and “Palm Tree” see J Hus at his most playful with his distinctive lexicon of slang terms. Bangers like “Cream” and “Bim Bim” show him at his most menacing. With his latest album, J Hus builds on the genre he helped pioneer while exploring the vast sounds of the UK scene. After a long wait, we are certainly grateful for some new J Hus.
One rapper whose artistry shined bright throughout 2023 was none other than Killer Mike. This year, he released his first solo album in 11 years, following 2012’s R.A.P. Music and his work with El-P as Run The Jewels. The aptly titled MICHAEL is Killer Mike’s most personal work to date as he unveils the deeper layers of his mind and upbringing. Deviating from the abrasive Run The Jewels sound, the Atlanta native’s latest solo record is uniquely southern with its blend of hip hop, soul, and gospel.
While Killer Mike is more candid than ever on the album’s most touching moments, MICHAEL still contains the hard-hitting bangers he is known for. For the past ten years, Killer Mike has been making an impact as a member of Run The Jewels, but his latest solo effort marks a new phase in his career. MICHAEL is his most transparent work yet and one of the best rap albums of 2023.
Avelino – God Save The Streets
Avelino has been making waves in the UK hip hop scene for a long time without releasing a proper studio album. Despite that, he is widely respected by British greats like Stormzy, Dave, and his mentor, Wretch 32. After almost a decade of mixtapes and earth-shattering freestyles, the Tottenham, London wordsmith’s long-awaited debut arrived this year. God Save The Streets is the album we had been waiting for as Avelino reaches his full potential. He finally captures his endlessly creative wordplay, translating into a concise body of work executive produced by Wretch 32 and overseen by Fraser T. Smith.
With a Sex Pistols-inspired album title and cover, God Save The Streets sees Avelino both proud and concerned for his home city as he declares, “Rap is the new punk.” The album is filled with cautionary tales of the “Vicious Cycle” of violence and poverty, as well as deep moments of reflection and gratitude like “Acceptance.” A UK rap masterpiece that has seemingly gone under the radar for American listeners, Avelino’s career-defining debut is undoubtedly one of 2023’s best hip hop releases.
A full-length collaboration between Earl Sweatshirt and The Alchemist is an underground hip hop fan’s dream. After years of speculation and a supposed YouTube-only release under unknown aliases, Voir Dire has come to fruition. The two have been more consistent than ever, especially The Alchemist, as he has produced eight collaborative projects with just as many rappers. Voir Dire is some of the best work that both Earl Sweatshirt and The Alchemist have dropped yet, which speaks volumes considering the quality of their previous works.
Earl spits some of his sharpest lyrics, while Alchemist provides some of his most enchanting loops. Between the original Gala Music release and the revised tracklist on streaming platforms, Earl and Al did not disappoint. A dream combination, Voir Dire is everything that fans could have wanted from the long-fantasized album. For that reason, we could not be more grateful to the two for delivering one of the best rap albums of 2023.
Travis Kelce was hit with several questions about Taylor Swift during his media availability in Germany ahead of the Chiefs game against the Dolphins. Things started normal enough, with one reporter asking for a basic relationship update. “The latest status is I got to see her last week. That’s the latest status right there,” Kelce said, seemingly implying that the couple didn’t spend Halloween together. However, the reporter pushed their luck, asking if Kelce was in love with the singer. “I’m going to keep my personal relationship personal,” he responded bluntly.
Furthermore, Kelce didn’t answer a question as to whether Swift would be attending the game in Germany. He reiterated that he wanted to keep his relationship private. However, it’s unlikely that Swift will be in attendance. Similar to last weekend against the Broncos, Swift will likely skip the game as she prepares to go on tour. Swift is set to perform in Argentina on November 9, meaning it would be a surprise if she traveled to and from Germany less than a week before the show.
On the other side of the game, Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel played down expectations for the game. “I’ll tell you what’s going to happen with the Miami Dolphins. We lose, we can’t beat good teams. We win, we’re going to win the Super Bowl. None of it matters. You have to be your best when your best is required, and that’s when there’s elimination games. So you’re trying to build towards that and take advantage of every opportunity to best service yourself for the situation at end of the season,” McDaniel told reporters in Germany.
Furthermore, McDaniel spoke on the spate of injuries that are affecting the Dolphins. “We still have a day to assess and we’re not going to get ahead of ourselves, but it’s been very encouraging and we feel optimistic, but have to just see how today plays out to make sure that there’s no setbacks. We feel very good about all the offensive linemen we play, and there’s a long season, so we don’t want — there’s no reason for him to be pressing through something that might hurt him in the long run,” he said. In particular, he referenced the potential return of Terron Armstead, who is eligible to come off injured reserve this week.
Lauren London, the partner of late rapper Nipsey Hussle, continues to honor his legacy and keep his name alive. Recent reports reveal that the ATL star will receive a substantial settlement of $6 million on behalf of their son, Kross, and also be granted 50% ownership of Nipsey’s Marathon Clothing Company. The Marathon Continues Nipsey […]
As their name suggests, the duo Earthgang is tapped into their worldly surroundings. This constant connective is often manifested in their releases, such as their introspective single “Die Today” and even on the pop-culture spectrum of “Bobby Boucher.” Their latest track, “Blacklight,” featuring Spillage Village, does the same.
Instead of focusing on themselves, the group uses the funky Nandish “Dish” Patel-produced record to create a radical soundtrack for unconditional acceptance of self.
“I know, sometimes you hate yourself / I know, sometimes you need some help, but, it’s hard to find / Slowly find yourself here in my bed / Confessin’ things while my fingers run through your hair / I ain’t gon’ diagnose you, I ain’t gon’ try to fix you / You could treat this present moment like a real-life Finsta / All the things you did that you could never tell your mom or sister / All that sh*t you pray about that weigh you down, yeah, I forgive you / What gets you wetter than acceptance? You ain’t gotta be no angel in my presence / We all got a past that points to where we headed / Ain’t it funny how your scars all point in my direction,” raps Johnny Venus.
Earthgang implores listeners to embrace themselves beyond their visible flawless but what only a blacklight can detect.
The track is the first offering from the group’s forthcoming project, Earthgang Vs. the Algorithm Vol. 2: ROBOPHOBIA. In a statement, Earthgang shared the inspiration behind the body of work. “There’s so much happening in the world. As we know, our inner state reflects our outer state. This record is for anyone having inner change, a metamorphosis, a period of feeling out of balance while you cocoon for your butterfly season,” read the note.
Listen to Earthgang’s new single “Blacklight” above.
Earthgang is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
Pusha T is undoubtedly among hip-hop’s higher echelon, whether for his skill, his legacy, or his extracurricular endeavors. He’s still hot today, with an upcoming Gangsta Grillz tape with DJ Drama (that may be in limbo, though) and a lot of buzz as a lyricist and businessman. The Clipse member’s presidency of G.O.O.D. Music, as well as various other business endeavors, fill up his impressive resumé. But there’s one initiative that he loves above all else, one that’s built on friendship and a strong and genuine will to make people’s lives better. During an interview with Assets Over Liabilities, Push explained how the medical transportation business might not be the most lucrative, but is what he’s proudest of as a leader.
“This is my favorite business,” Pusha T began. “I have a friend, right- you notice all my businesses come with friendship. Passion and friendship, it don’t come with just one of them. I have this friend and he ended up having this unfortunate run-in with the law. He ends up coming out and he was such a trustworthy person before he went to jail. He was like, ‘I been researching medical transportation.’ Basically, we would get these vans and put them with wheelchair lifts and pick up people who need rides. The [older people], hand*capped, or whatever.
Pusha T’s Full Assets Over Liabilities Interview: Watch
Their conversation on medical transportation begins around the 20-minute mark.
“We get in the car, I go buy two vans,” Pusha T continued. “I’m just like, ‘Here, two vans. We’ll figure out the business.’ That business is like 25 vans strong running through seven cities [in Virginia]. It’s called Caring Hands Medical Transportation. It has helped my mother, sick cousins, family members and friends. I built so many great relationships with so many great people behind this business. I really only like children and old people, I don’t really like people in the middle, I don’t get along with people of the same [age]. It has been the most fulfilling business. His kids are going to college off of it.
“That business is amazing,” he concluded “Your van runs routes all day. You take them to methadone clinics, you make private trips and may take them to the stores. It’s super fulfilling knowing there is absolutely nothing bad being done in this business. It is 1,000 percent good for everybody in America.” For more news and the latest updates on Pusha T, stay posted on HNHH.
Paramount Plus is a growing titan in the streaming arena, offering a vast range of movies, TV shows, live sports, and news. For AppleTV users, accessing this streaming service is straightforward, enhancing the viewing experience on the big screen. This article explores how to watch Paramount Plus on AppleTV, the streaming quality you can expect, and more.
A 4K Apple TV streaming box and remote control, taken on May 27, 2021. (Photo by Phil Barker/Future Publishing via Getty Images)
The streaming quality on Paramount Plus via AppleTV is top-notch, given the capabilities of modern AppleTV models. Users can expect:
Crisp and clear high-definition (HD) streaming.
Smooth playback with minimal buffering.
A vast selection of content in 4K Ultra HD for supported titles.
The performance largely depends on your internet speed. A stable and fast internet connection will ensure a seamless streaming experience.
Navigating The Content Library
The user-friendly interface on AppleTV allows for easy navigation through its extensive content library. Categories are well-organized, making it simple to find your favorite shows, movies, or live sports events. The search function further simplifies the task of finding specific titles.
Subscription Plans And Pricing
Paramount Plus offers various subscription plans to suit different preferences and budgets:
The Essential Plan: This is a budget-friendly option, providing access to a vast library of content with limited commercials at $6 a month or $60 a year.
The Premium Plan: For a slightly higher fee, the Premium Plan offers commercial-free viewing and additional content at $12 a month or $120 a year.
Parental Controls And Customization
Paramount Plus provides robust parental controls, ensuring a safe viewing environment for younger audience members. You can easily set up parental controls from your account settings, allowing you to filter content based on age ratings.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I manage my subscription on AppleTV?
You can manage your subscription directly from the Paramount Plus app or via your Apple account settings.
Can I watch live TV on Paramount Plus via AppleTV?
Yes, live TV including news and sports is available.
Is there a free trial?
Paramount Plus often offers free trials for new users, allowing you to explore the service before committing to a subscription.
What is the difference between HD and 4K streaming?
4K streaming provides a higher resolution and clearer picture quality compared to HD streaming.
Can I download content for offline viewing?
Currently, Paramount Plus does not support content downloads on AppleTV, but you can download content on other devices for offline viewing.
With the right setup and subscription, enjoying Paramount Plus on AppleTV can significantly enhance your streaming experience. Whether you’re a movie buff, a sports enthusiast, or someone who loves binge-watching TV series, Paramount Plus has a rich content library to cater to your entertainment needs.
