Month: August 2024

Keefe D Denied Bond Again In Tupac Murder Trial, Judge Suspects Illegitimate Bail Money

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Reputed gang member Duane “Keefe D” Davis has been denied bond once again in the ongoing Tupac Shakur murder trial, with the judge suspecting that the bail money could be ill gotten gains.

Clark District Court Judge Carli Kierny rendered her decision yesterday(August 27), mentioning that the $750K that Cash Jones aka Wack 100 offered to put up for Davis’ bond could launch an investigation.

“I have a sense that things are trying to be covered up,” Kierny said.

Judge Kierny stated that she got two nearly identical letters from the entertainment company that Wack said had sent him the money, but one of the letters was signed by someone with no affiliation to the aforementioned business. Kierny had previously denied Davis’ bond because she contended that he and Wack could possibly profit off Davis’ life story.

Wack admitted to putting up 15% of the $750K, but says that the offer wasn’t based on any previously agreed upon business dealings. Prosecutors later uncovered an interview with VladTV from earlier this summer, where Jnes talked about capitalizing on Davis’ story.

“It’s only $75,000,” he said in the clip. “I’ve been thinking about going to get him with the stipulations that I’ll do the series on it.”

In his defense, the 44-year-old record exec told the court, “That’s what I said to Vlad, but Keefe D is already involved with somebody. I have no contracts with him. Before you go on Vlad, you have a discussion about what you’re going to talk about and what needs to be said to draw up views. There’s nothing about Vlad and nothing about YouTube that says that we’re being truthful about what we’re saying for entertainment.”

Keefe D, who has been diagnosed with cancer, is the only person to ever be charged with Tupac’s 1996 killing in Las Vegas 27 years ago. Despite pleading not guilty, he claimed that he planned the shooting several times, including in his book Compton Street Legend released in 2019.

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After Ludacris Drinks Glacier Water in Alaska, Scientist Says He’ll Be Fine

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ICYMI, Ludacris caused a stir online when he posted a video of himself drinking untreated water from an Alaska glacier. 

I think what’s really funny is how he was dressed like he just popped out for a cook out on a 65 degree spring day with a varsity jacket, jeans etc. Ge said he had on ice cleats but dude was on a GLACIER. Like, c’mon.

Anyways …

Fans expressed concern that he could contract the parasite giardia, which can cause serious illness. 

Yikes. But scientist-ing by tweet ins’t so scientific tbh.

Okay here’s the SCIENCE behind giardia. Symptoms of giardiasis can be serious. They include diarrhea, stomach cramps and dehydration. Ick. Then it can spread from one person to another. This happens through contaminated water, food and or surfaces. The Centers for Disease Control Prevention aka the CDC, remember those folks that fought for us during the pandemic, suggests people should avoid swallowing water while swimming and always boiling it or filter the water from lakes, springs or rivers before drinking it to prevent getting sick with well, giardia.

However, glaciologist Martin Truffer from the University of Alaska in Fairbanks dismissed these worries, calling the concerns “ludicrous.” Ha. See how he did that.

Truffer explained that drinking water from a melt stream on a glacier is one of the cleanest sources of water available. Gotcha.

“He’s totally fine,” Truffer said, adding, “There’s just really no concern on these glacial streams about safety.” 

Ludacris, who was in Alaska to perform at the state fair, described the glacier water as “the best tasting water I’ve ever had in my life.” Is that right?

The rapper explored Knik Glacier and later joked about being a “water snob” in a video before his Minneapolis concert.

While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advise against drinking untreated water from natural sources due to risks like giardia, Truffer assured that glacier water is exceptionally pure. Well, let’s decide for ourselves.

Giardia from untreated glacier water, or nah?

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SEE IT: Jimmy Butler to Star in New Netflix Docuseries ‘Starting 5’ Alongside LeBron James, Anthony Edwards and Others

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Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler will be featured in a new Netflix documentary series titled “Starting 5”, set to premiere on October 9.

Gotta admit, this looks fire.

The series will provide an inside look at the lives of several NBA stars, including LeBron James, Anthony Edwards, Jayson Tatum, and Domantas Sabonis.

Kinda overdo, a show like this but if you don’t know the NBA is super strict with authorizing access to the teams, and hence the stars during the season. Brand protection and it makes sense.

“Starting 5” will go beyond game footage, showcasing behind-the-scenes moments from the players’ daily lives, both on and off the court. Like Hard Knocks but multiple teams and focused on stars only.

Butler, known for his vibrant personality and media day antics, including last year’s viral “Emo Jimmy” hairstyle, will likely captivate viewers with his off-court endeavors.

The series may also delve into Butler’s various side projects, including his coffee brand “Big Face Coffee,” his appearances in commercials and music videos, and his passion for sports like soccer and tennis. He’s gonna be a riot.

As the Miami Heat prepare for the upcoming season, fans can look forward to getting a closer look at Butler’s life through this highly anticipated Netflix series.

Well here’s the trailer:

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Drake Leaks Unreleased Intended Kendrick Lamar Collab on 100 Gigs Website

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Drake stays relevant. He recently sparked peculiar interest after sharing footage of an unreleased collab with Kendrick Lamar on his 100 Gigs website. Is the beef over? Who knows. 

Okay, the video features Drake and his longtime producer Noah “40” Shebib in the studio, listening to a beat that Drake enthusiastically calls “crazy.” 

After the beat plays, Drake confidently says, “For him, where he’s at, I know he’s gonna murder that sh”t,” to which 40 agrees, adding, 

“When he told me Kendrick, it just made so much sense. Oh, the brilliance! So good.”

Get this, although the track never saw the light of day, the beat eventually went to Action Bronson, who used it for his 2015 track “Actin’ Crazy,” produced by 40 and Dreamville’s Omen. 

This interesting relevation adds another layer to the history between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, who collaborated on tracks like “Buried Alive Interlude” from Drake’s 2011 album “Take Care” and “Poetic Justice” from Lamar’s “good kid, m.A.A.d city.”

Their so called cordial and seemingly collaborative relationship began to sour after Kendrick’s 2013 “Control” verse, where he called out several rappers, including Drake. 

But wait, didn’t Drake start it? By sneak dissing? We’re confused.

Anyways the tension escalated and the rest is history

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Halle Berry to Star in Psychological Thriller ‘Never Let Go’

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Lionsgate has unveiled “Never Let Go,” a highly anticipated psychological thriller/horror film starring Academy Award® winner Halle Berry, directed by genre maestro Alexandre Aja and produced by 21 Laps. Known for his work on “The Hills Have Eyes” and “Crawl,” Aja brings his unique storytelling flair to this intense and chilling tale.

In “Never Let Go,” Halle Berry delivers a gripping performance as a mother navigating a world overtaken by an evil force lurking just outside her home. Her only protection lies in the strong bond with her twin sons, played by Percy Daggs IV and Anthony B. Jenkins. To survive, the family stays connected at all times, tethered together and urging each other to never let go. But as doubt creeps in and one son questions the nature of the evil, their unity unravels, igniting a desperate battle for survival.

Produced by Shawn Levy, Dan Cohen, Dan Levine, and Alexandre Aja, and written by KC Coughlin and Ryan Grassby, “Never Let Go” promises a harrowing journey filled with suspense and fear. The film’s production team, including executive producers Halle Berry, Holly Jeter, Daniel Clarke, Emily Morris, Christopher Woodrow, and Connor DiGregorio, adds to the formidable lineup behind this thrilling project.

“Never Let Go” is set to challenge the boundaries of fear and courage, with Berry’s mesmerizing performance at its heart, making it a must-see for fans of psychological thrillers and horror alike.

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LL COOL J Reacts to Shade for Joe Budden’s “Pump It Up” Plaque: ‘Some People Never Go Gold!’

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LL COOL J is not aligned with Yung Miami laughing at Joe Budden’s gold plaque for “Pump It Up.” TMZ tracked down Hip-Hop’s OG G.O.A.T. and asked his opinion.

“Some people never go gold!” LL said. “It doesn’t matter, you have artists that don’t go do diamond ’til posthumously. I mean, it’s life. But it’s beautiful for him, [I’m] happy for Joe.”

On a recent episode of his podcast, LL COOL J dropped off Budden’s gold plaque for his hit single “Pump It Up.” Seeing the moment, Yung Miami had some jokes to crack. You can see them below.

Returning to the pod, Budden had some smoke, dubbing her “the worst female rapper” in the world right now.

“The thing about laughter, I think that she will soon realize is, it’s also a luxury,” Budden said. “So while I’m happy Caresha is able to laugh because she’s had a stressful year, I am a little surprised that she has found enough time to laugh at anything.

“I want to keep this professional and on the music. If Complex were to do a list of where all the female rappers rat, Caresha, you would be last on the list. You would be drop dead last on that list. Every female out there is wiping you down right now.

“Caresha, may you not only be dropped from your label right now, but you are not allowed to put music out. There is nothing happening.”

You can hear his calm read below.

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G Herbo’s New Project ‘Big Swerv’ To Feature Chief Keef and Sexyy Red

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G Herbo is getting ready to drop off a new project. Speaking with Rolling Stone, Herb revealed the release would be called Big Swerv and bring in his fellow Chicago legend Chief Keef, along with Sexyy Red and Skilla Baby.

“So Big Swerv is me coming into my adulthood,” Herb said. “The music is a lot more mature than anything I’ve probably ever put out. It’s me having fun, though, too. Like, I never really did a lot of those party records, club records, like the catchy anthems.”

The project is rumored for Sept. 6 release.

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Mary J. Blige Speaks on Retirement: ‘In a Little While It Will Be Time’

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Mary J. Blige is still considering retirement within this decade. Speaking with Us Weekly, she stated, “When it’s time, it’s time.”

“Sometimes I get fatigued,” MJB said. “I’ve been doing this for thirty-something years. In a little while, it will be time.”

What does retirement look like for The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul? “Retirement looks like traveling the world, going to places I never been before. Relaxing on yachts, in home, and enjoying the fruits of my labor.”

You can hear more from Mary J. Blige below.

Recently, Mary J. Blige dropped a brand new single, “Breathing,” featuring Fabolous.

The single, released through Blige’s own Beautiful Life Productions in partnership with 300 Entertainment, was produced by Shaun “S Dot” Thomas. The song was written by Mary J. Blige, Fabolous, Jocelyn “Jozzy” Donald, PurpleKBeats, and Jay Hawkins and contains samples of “Kick In The Door” by The Notorious B.I.G and “I Put A Spell On You” by Screamin’ Jay Hawkins. Blige was additionally inspired by Nina Simone’s rendition of “I Put a Spell on You.”

“Breathing” is Blige’s second single since the release of Good Morning Gorgeous, her critically acclaimed 15th studio album that received six GRAMMY® nominations at the 65th GRAMMY® Awards, including Album of the Year and Best R&B Album.  

Her first single following the album, “Still Believe in Love,” was released in October 2023 and spent 7 weeks at #1 on The Billboard Adult R&B Airplay Chart. This marked her eighth #1 on the chart, cementing her as having the third-most No. 1s among women artists in the chart’s 30-year history.

“Breathing” showcases Blige’s unparalleled vocals and intimate lyricism. It is a song about what she promised: being happy where she is and reveling in it. Again, Blige proves why she was heralded as the “Queen of Hip-Hop Soul.” 

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WATCH: Lauryn Hill Performs at Her High School Reunion

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Ms. Lauryn Hill Extends 'Miseducation' 25th Anniversary Tour

Lauryn Hill won’t be on stages nationwide, but she performed at her high school reunion. Hill performed at the Columbia High School reunion in Maplewood, New Jersey earlier this month. According to Billboard, her list featured “Ex-Factor” and “Ready or Not.”

You can see clips of the performance below.

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My 30 Year HS Reunion turned into a full Lauryn Hill concert!! AH-MAZING! We has a TIME🙌🏾🙌🏾🥰🥰 #laurynhill #columbia #30years #fyppppppppppppppppppppppp

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#laurynhill #highschoolreunion This was epic! Impromptu concert!!

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Also this month, Pras Michél is dissing Ms. Lauryn Hill on a new track shared on AllHipHop. The new single, titled “Bar Mitzfa,” finds Pras sending shots, less than a week after he blamed Hill for the cancellation of the Fugees tour.

“Don’t blame me, blame her/She made the mess/Not another f*ckin’ penny, what I told ‘Clef,” Pras raps.

The much-anticipated Fugees reunion tour has been canceled, and now Pras Michel is pointing fingers at his bandmate, Lauryn Hill, for the decision. Pras seemed to place the blame squarely on Hill, suggesting that he had been protecting her reputation for years. “I saved her reputation for 20 years by not telling my side of the story, but oops … cat’s out the bag,” Pras remarked, leaving fans to speculate about the tensions that may have led to the tour’s downfall.

Fans were shocked to see Pras throw HIll under the bus in the interview with TMZ. The Fugees’ U.S. tour, which was set to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Lauryn Hill’s The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, was highly anticipated, with fans eager to see the iconic trio—Hill, Pras, and Wyclef Jean—back on stage together. However, the tour was suddenly scrapped earlier this week, with no initial explanation given.

Lauryn Hill, breaking her silence on the matter, took to Instagram to address the cancellation. In a lengthy post, she appeared to suggest that the decision was influenced by low ticket sales, which she attributed to media sensationalism. Hill wrote, “With difficulty, the decision was made to pull down our upcoming North American tour dates. The shows in the UK and Europe ARE MOVING FORWARD as planned.”

She went on to explain that a previous injury had forced her to reschedule some shows last year, which she believes contributed to negative media narratives that ultimately affected ticket sales for the U.S. leg of the tour. “Regrettably, some media outlet’s penchant for sensationalism and clickbait headlines have seemingly created a narrative that has affected ticket sales for the North American portion of the tour,” Hill stated.

Despite the disappointment, Hill emphasized her commitment to her art and her deep connection with her fans. “Performing for my fans is a profound exchange of energy and emotion that excites me every time,” she said. “Every show is a piece of my expression and testament to our connection and shared love for music. I can assure you that no one is more disappointed about not being able to perform than I am.”

Hill concluded her message by expressing gratitude to her supporters and promising to return to the stage in North America once the circumstances are resolved. She reassured fans that the upcoming shows in the UK and Europe will proceed as planned in October.

The abrupt cancellation of the U.S. tour and the public rift between Pras and Hill have left many Fugees fans disheartened. The Fugees, known for their groundbreaking contributions to hip-hop and R&B in the 1990s, have long been admired for their chemistry and musical innovation. However, the latest developments suggest that internal conflicts may have strained their relationship to a breaking point.

As fans await further updates, the future of the Fugees remains uncertain. For now, the group’s European and UK fans can look forward to seeing them perform later this year, while North American fans will have to wait for the possibility of rescheduled dates.

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