Month: September 2024

Young Thug YSL RICO Trial: Lil’ D Testimony Affected by Health Issues

by
IMG 8946

More weird never seen before drama in the Young Thug YSL RICO trial. How surprising… Okie dokie. Let’s get to it. Quindarrious Zachary, also known as Lil’ D, resumed his testimony in the ongoing YSL criminal trial involving rapper Young Thug (Jeffery Williams). Now Zachary, has his own issues. He was arrested on a material witness warrant, claimed on Monday that his health conditions and pain medication have affected his memory and ability to testify.

Oh and get this, Zachary revealed that he was under the influence of several medications, including Percocet and morphine, during his testimony the previous Friday, stating, “I don’t remember nothing.”

It gets even more interesting. He also mentioned having ADHD and autism, and told the court, “I don’t remember, I just be talking… do your research on me before y’all tried to put me in the integration whatever it is.”

What’s more, throughout the proceedings, Zachary repeatedly responded, “I don’t know” when asked about retaliatory shootings in 2015, which the prosecution is trying to link to the alleged YSL gang. Assistant Chief District Attorney Adrianne Love expressed frustration, saying Zachary’s failure to recall information appeared intentional to hinder the state’s case.

But check this out, Zachary’s attorney, Dennis Scheib, stated that his client suffers from severe sickle cell disease, which has required frequent hospital visits and blood transfusions. Despite these claims, a doctor cleared Zachary to testify.

ICYMI, Zachary’s name has surfaced repeatedly in the trial, with testimony linking him to a 2015 drive-by shooting involving another alleged YSL member. Young Thug’s trial, which began with opening statements on November 27, 2023, is notable for its lengthy jury selection, the longest in Georgia’s history. Young Thug has been in custody since his arrest on May 9, 2022, as part of a 56-count indictment against him and 27 others.

The post Young Thug YSL RICO Trial: Lil’ D Testimony Affected by Health Issues first appeared on .

The post Young Thug YSL RICO Trial: Lil’ D Testimony Affected by Health Issues appeared first on .

Election 2024: Harris Leads Trump by 5 Points in Pennsylvania

by
IMG 8944

Pennsylvania matters and Vice President Kamala Harris holds a narrow lead over former President Donald Trump in the key battleground state of Pennsylvania, according to a recent Spotlight PA/MassINC poll.

The survey shows Harris with 49% of the vote, while Trump garners 44%, as they vie for the state’s 19 electoral votes.

Well don’t get too excited either way. Although Harris is ahead, the results fall within the poll’s margin of error, which is 4 percentage points with a 95% confidence level, factoring in the design effect. Polling averages compiled by The Hill/Decision Desk HQ reflect a closer race, with Harris maintaining a slim 1.2-point lead — 49.1% support to Trump’s 47.9%.

What’s more, in addition to measuring electoral preferences, the poll also explored public opinion on lifetime appointments to the U.S. Supreme Court. Nearly half of the respondents (48%) expressed support for lifetime appointments, while 18% opposed them. The issue of judicial term limits has gained more attention in light of recent rulings by the conservative-majority court, particularly the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

Get this, when asked about that specific decision, 54% of those surveyed felt it was the wrong choice, compared to 38% who supported it.

How was it done? The poll was conducted through a mix of telephone and online survey invitations using standard registration-based sampling methods, with data collected between September 12 and 18.

The post Election 2024: Harris Leads Trump by 5 Points in Pennsylvania first appeared on .

The post Election 2024: Harris Leads Trump by 5 Points in Pennsylvania appeared first on .

Daylyt And J Cole Dazzle On Dense New Single “A Plate Of Collard Greens”

by

Daylyt and J Cole have got wordplay for days. The two rappers were absolutely spectacular on the song “Pi” from Cole’s last album. There were teases of additional songs between them, but nothing could’ve prepared fans for the surprise release of “A Plate of Collard Greens.” The duo decided to drop the new track on Monday with no fanfare, and let the bars speak for themselves. Unsurprisingly, they do. Daylyt and J Cole prove to be as slick as ever over a soulful instrumental loop. Musically, there isn’t a lot going on throughout “A Plate of Collard Greens.”

It proves to be a smart decision, though, because the rhyme schemes and double entendres steal the show. Daylyt and J Cole are exceptional rappers on their own, but there seems to be a special energy that arises whenever they are in the studio together. They raise each other’s game, which is definitely what happens here. Daylyt kicks things off with a stream of consciousness flow that’s packed tight with rhymes yet is still coherent. J Cole picks up the baton during the second half of the song and keeps the pace going strong. It’s the best J Cole verse since his ill-advised apology to Kendrick Lamar during the “Big Three” beef. Given that his new album is reportedly on its way, it’s a welcome change of pace.

Let us know what you think of this brand-new track, in the comments section down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

Read More: J Cole Collaborator Daylyt Reveals He Heard “The Fall Off,” His Reaction Has Us Pumped

Daylyt And J Cole Raise Each Other’s Lyrical Game

Quotable Lyrics:

Gotta channel thoughts cuse damn, the cable off it seems
Deep down I hated Halloween with all that I have seen
Who needs another way to cause a scream
Dangerous as the King of Pop

Read More: Kid Cudi Claims J Cole Ignored His Request To Collab On A New Song

The post Daylyt And J Cole Dazzle On Dense New Single “A Plate Of Collard Greens” appeared first on HotNewHipHop.

Two Men Convicted Of PnB Rock’s Murder Have Been Sentenced By A Los Angeles Judge

by
PNB rock
Getty Image

September 12, 2024, marked the second death anniversary of the late rapper PnB Rock. Back in August, two men alleged to have been involved with the “Zaza” rapper’s tragic death were found guilty of murder, robbery, and conspiracy. Now, according to TMZ, each have formally been sentenced.

The outlet reports that Freddie Trone was sentenced to 31 years to life in prison. Trone’s sentencing factors in his one count of murder, two counts of robbery, and one of conspiracy conviction. Trone allegedly spearheaded the fatal shooting, provided his then armed his 17-year-old son with a gun, and sent him into the restaurant where PnB Rock was to rob him. While Tremont Jones received a sentence of 12 years after being found guilty of two counts of robbery and one of conspiracy for altering Trone to PnB Rock’s location.

Sadly, this devastating fight for justice isn’t quite over yet for PnB Rock’s family. In July, Trone’s son, the last suspect allegedly involved in the shooting reportedly lacked competency to stand trial.

Stephanie Sibounheuang, PnB Rock’s girlfriend, witnessed the heartbreaking incident. Weeks after his death, penned a note on Instagram about the ordeal, writing: “I am 100% not ok… It takes so much prayer and spiritual therapy to gain the strength to do the simple things in life now… I will never understand a loss so close. I feel so empty. My world is dark now. My heart is broken for the kids.”

Meek Mill Downplays Diddy Connection By Claiming “Something Ain’t Right”

by

It’s not a good time to be linked to Diddy. The Bad Boy mogul is the most reviled person in music at the moment. He’s been charged with sex trafficking and racketeering, and is facing a possible life sentence in prison if convicted. Meek Mill had an especially close relationship with Diddy in the years leading up to the latter’s downfall. The two artists were even seen wearing matching outfits at various events. Meek is trying to create distance between himself and the so-called “Diddler,” however. We can’t say we blame him.

Meek Mill took to Twitter on September 23 to downplay his closeness with Diddy. He went as far as to claim that he wanted to launch an investigation. The implication being that his association with the Bad Boy mogul is something that has been largely fabricated. “I wanna hire an investigative team 100k cash,” he tweeted. “To find out every specific detail involving meek mill name to ‘Diddy’ Case.” Meek Mill then suggested that the powers that be are trying to take him down by connecting him to the man formerly known as Puff Daddy. “I also want them to look at who is powering the media,” the rapper explained. “Involving ‘Meek’ anything to do with buddy.”

Read More: Meek Mill Offers Hefty Reward To Anyone Who Can Find Proof He Had Sex With Diddy

Meek Mill Wants To Launch A $100K Investigation

Meek Mill is not the most cogent tweeter, but he did end things on a pointedly ominous note. He simply wrote “something not right.” He included the phrase in quotes, as though he was quoting someone else. Minutes later, the rapper doubled down on his request. “Again, I got 100k for a thorough investigation of who’s powering and how exactly my name connect to this,” he wrote. Meek Mill also took the additional space afforded him to assert that he’s not involved in any of Diddy’s alleged criminal behavior. “Streets know wassup with me thats not the case,” Meek asserted. “We talking about business side, somebody powering these bad campaigns.”

Meek Mill’s assertions did not do much to dissuade fans. The rapper has been photographed with Diddy in countless social situations over the years. There was also reference to a Philadelphia rapper who dated Nicki Minaj in court documents involving Diddy back in March. The specificity of these identifiers point to Meek Mill, but the rapper insisted it wasn’t him. He fired back at fans on Twitter by claiming he was not in Diddy’s company during the specific dates cited in the documents. Time will eventually prove whether he is telling the truth.

Read More: Meek Mill Doubles Down On His Kendrick Lamar Versus Drake Stance

The post Meek Mill Downplays Diddy Connection By Claiming “Something Ain’t Right” appeared first on HotNewHipHop.

Source Sports: NFL Week 3 Sunday Recap

by
IMG 8942

We have your NFL recap of Sunday Week 3 games.

A lot of surprises that hit home the notion that on any given Sunday, no one knows what’s going to happen on the gridiron.

Week 3 NFL Recap: Notable Scores and Stats

New York Jets 24, New England Patriots 3

The New York Jets dominated the New England Patriots with a 24-3 victory at MetLife Stadium to open Week 3. Aaron Rodgers returned to the field where he tore his Achilles last season, completing 27-of-35 passes for 281 yards and two touchdowns. The Jets’ defense stifled the Patriots, holding Jacoby Brissett and his offense to a dismal -0.441 EPA per play. This win lifts the Jets to a 2-1 record, while the Patriots fall to 1-2.

Indianapolis Colts 21, Chicago Bears 16

Jonathan Taylor led the Colts to their first win of the season, rushing for 110 yards and two touchdowns on 23 carries in a 21-16 victory over the Chicago Bears. Trey Sermon added a score for Indianapolis (1-2), preventing their first 0-3 start since 2021. Both Caleb Williams and Anthony Richardson struggled, each throwing two interceptions. Despite the loss, Williams recorded his first NFL touchdown passes and set season highs in passing yards, while Richardson’s questionable decisions continued to plague his performance.

New York Giants 21, Cleveland Browns 15

The New York Giants pulled off a road upset, defeating the Cleveland Browns 21-15 behind a stellar performance from rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers. Nabers, the No. 6 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, had another strong showing with double-digit targets and two touchdowns, leading the Giants to victory.

Minnesota Vikings 34, Houston Texans 7

Sam Darnold tied his career high with four touchdown passes as the undefeated Minnesota Vikings crushed the Houston Texans 34-7. Darnold connected with Justin Jefferson and Aaron Jones early, then found Jalen Nailor for his third straight game with a touchdown before hitting Johnny Mundt for another score. Jefferson hauled in six catches for 81 yards, while Jones contributed 102 rushing yards and 46 receiving yards. Despite no official interceptions, Darnold had two turnover-worthy plays. Jonathan Greenard anchored the Vikings’ defense with three sacks, as they pressured rookie C.J. Stroud into two interceptions.

Philadelphia Eagles 15, New Orleans Saints 12

Saquon Barkley lifted the Eagles to a thrilling 15-12 victory over the Saints with two fourth-quarter touchdowns, including a 65-yard breakaway run and the game-winning 4-yard rush with just over a minute left. Philadelphia’s defense sealed the win when Reed Blankenship intercepted a pass from Derek Carr in the final minute, thwarting the league’s highest-scoring offense through the first two weeks.

Pittsburgh Steelers 20, Los Angeles Chargers 10

The Pittsburgh Steelers improved to 3-0 with a 20-10 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers. Quarterback Justin Fields continued to impress, helping head coach Mike Tomlin keep his streak of above-.500 seasons alive.

Denver Broncos 26, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 7

Rookie quarterback Bo Nix led the Denver Broncos to a 26-7 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, scoring his first NFL victory. Nix made his third big-time throw of the season and added 47 rushing yards and a touchdown, despite two turnover-worthy plays. The Broncos’ defense outmatched Tampa Bay, shutting down their offense.

Green Bay Packers 30, Tennessee Titans 14

Malik Willis had a breakout game, guiding the Packers to a 30-14 victory over the Tennessee Titans. Filling in for the injured Jordan Love, Willis threw for 202 yards, rushed for 73, and scored two touchdowns. His efforts accounted for nearly all of Green Bay’s 137 first-quarter yards. Cornerback Jaire Alexander added to the Packers’ early lead with a pick-six, while their defense totaled 20 pressures and forced three turnovers.

Carolina Panthers 36, Las Vegas Raiders 22

The Carolina Panthers put together a complete performance, defeating the Las Vegas Raiders 36-22. Andy Dalton, filling in for Bryce Young, threw three touchdown passes, revitalizing the Panthers’ offense.

Seattle Seahawks 24, Miami Dolphins 3

Geno Smith led the Seattle Seahawks to a commanding 24-3 victory over the Miami Dolphins, throwing for 289 yards and a 71-yard touchdown to D.K. Metcalf. Despite two interceptions, Smith helped maintain Seattle’s lead. Zach Charbonnet added two rushing touchdowns. Miami’s quarterback struggles persisted as Skylar Thompson left with a chest injury, leaving backup Tim Boyle unable to rally a comeback.

Detroit Lions 20, Arizona Cardinals 13

The Detroit Lions leaned on their running game to close out a 20-13 win over the Arizona Cardinals. Jahmyr Gibbs rushed for 83 yards, while David Montgomery added 106 yards and a touchdown.

Los Angeles Rams 27, San Francisco 49ers 24

Rookie kicker Joshua Karty nailed a 37-yard field goal with seconds left to secure a 27-24 win for the Rams over the 49ers. Despite Jauan Jennings’ career-high 175 yards and three touchdowns, San Francisco couldn’t hold onto a 14-point lead.

Baltimore Ravens 28, Dallas Cowboys 25

Derrick Henry had a breakout game for the Baltimore Ravens, rushing for 151 yards and two touchdowns in a 28-25 win over the Cowboys. Though Dak Prescott rallied the Cowboys with 19 fourth-quarter points, Henry and Lamar Jackson carried the Ravens to victory.

Kansas City Chiefs 22, Atlanta Falcons 17

The Kansas City Chiefs remained undefeated with a 22-17 win over the Atlanta Falcons. The Chiefs’ defense came up big in the final moments, stopping the Falcons twice in the red zone, including a crucial fourth-and-1 tackle on Bijan Robinson. Kansas City’s defense continues to shine in critical situations, keeping their 3-0 record intact.

The post Source Sports: NFL Week 3 Sunday Recap first appeared on .

The post Source Sports: NFL Week 3 Sunday Recap appeared first on .

Father Of Alleged PnB Rock Shooter Sentenced To 31 Years To Life In Prison

by

The murder of PnB Rock shocked the music world in 2022. The rapper was shot in a South Los Angeles restaurant when an attempted robbery turned fatal. It’s been a lengthy process to bring the responsible parties to justice, but it appears as though it finally happened on September 23. Freddie Lee Trone, the father of PnB Rock’s alleged killer, was sentenced to 31 years to life in prison. Trone’s son was deemed unfit to stand trial, so he bore the brunt of the legal punishment on Monday afternoon.

This is not an instance of a father taking the fall for his son, however. Freddie Lee Trone is believed to be the mastermind behind PnB Rock’s death. According to ABC 7, Trone was the one who ordered the hit on the rapper. Trone’s son was, consequently, deemed unfit to stand trial, as he merely following his father’s orders. The second defendant in the PnB Rock murder case, Tremont Jones, was sentenced to 12 years in prison. PnB Rock’s mother, Deannea Allen, made a statement in court following Trone’s sentencing. She voiced what many people following the case felt, with regards to putting one’s own child in harm’s way for monetary gain.

Read More: Wack 100 Reveals PnB Rock’s Eerie Response When Asked About Having No Security

PnB Rock’s Mother Addressed Trone In Court

“As a parent, I do not understand,” Allen said directly to Trone. “I’ve been trying these two whole years – I do not understand how a parent could directly put their child in danger.” She also noted the damage that Freddie Lee Trone’s actions have had on everybody around him. “That one action had a ripple effect, and it has ruined many lives,” Allen added. The most sobering section of her statement, however, came when she voiced sympathy for the man who shot her son. She made it clear that she felt bad for Trone’s child, given the negative influence he was forced to live under.

“I’ve watched your son’s life unfold. He has had a horrible life,” Allen asserted. I shouldn’t feel sorry for this young man, but I do. Just as a parent. I just want you to put yourself in my shoes and our family’s shoes.” Trone was ultimately found guilty of felony murder, as well as two counts of robbery and one count of conspiracy. The second defendant, Jones, was found guilty of two counts of robbery.

Read More: PnB Rock Receives Touching Tribute From His Girlfriend On His Death’s Anniversary

[via]

The post Father Of Alleged PnB Rock Shooter Sentenced To 31 Years To Life In Prison appeared first on HotNewHipHop.

See It: New Trailer For ‘Gladiator II’ Reveals More Details to Epic Sequel

by
IMG 8934

Paramount just dropped a hot new trailer for “Gladiator II.” The highly anticipated sequel to the 2001 Oscar-winning “Gladiator” is set to hit theaters on November 22.

The new film stars Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, and Pedro Pascal.

Here’s the official synopsis:

“Gladiator II” continues the epic saga of power, intrigue, and vengeance set in Ancient Rome. Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius (Paul Mescal) is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. With rage in his heart and the future of the Empire at stake, Lucius must look to his past to find strength and honor to return the glory of Rome to its people.”

Let’s get to the trailer. It looks like Lucius is the son of Maximus, the lead character from the first film, portrayed by Russell Crowe.

Get this, seems like Lucius’ mother is Lucilla, played by Connie Nielsen in both the original “Gladiator” and the sequel, who had a romantic relationship with Maximus.

Behind the camera, “Gladiator II” is directed by Ridley Scott, the screenplay is penned by David Scarpa, and based on a story developed by Scarpa and Peter Craig. “Gladiator II” is executive produced by Walter Parkes, Laurie MacDonald, Raymond Kirk, and Aidan Elliott, with producers including Douglas Wick, Ridley Scott, Lucy Fisher, Michael Pruss, and David Franzoni.

What’s more, in addition to Mescal, Washington, and Pascal, the film features performances from Joseph Quinn, Fred Hechinger, Lior Raz, and Derek Jacobi.

As earlier reported, this epic film marks the first collaboration between Washington and Scott in over 15 years. Their last project together was the 2007 box office success “American Gangster”. Washington also had a close working relationship with Scott’s late brother, Tony Scott, appearing in several of his films.

Here’s the new trailer:

The post See It: New Trailer For ‘Gladiator II’ Reveals More Details to Epic Sequel first appeared on .

The post See It: New Trailer For ‘Gladiator II’ Reveals More Details to Epic Sequel appeared first on .

Diddy Sees Jump in Streams Since Federal Indictment

by
IMG 8932

Can’t stop won’t stop is a real thing, at least when it comes to Diddy’s music catalog. Sean Combs extensive songs, albums and collaborations have experienced a notable increase in streams following his recent arrest and the unsealing of an indictment against him.

Look, that was expected. People are going to play his music more out of sheer curiosity.

Get this, according to Luminate, a leading industry data and analytics company, Combs’ music, spanning his various monikers — including Diddy, Puff Daddy, and P. Diddy — saw an 18.3% rise in on-demand streams during the week of his arrest, compared to the week prior.

George Howard, a professor of music business management at Berklee College of Music, stated, “Music just becomes another piece of information as people try to comprehend the atrocities,” Howard explained to The Associated Press. “It’s like, ‘What would someone whose brain works like that, allegedly, what would their music sound like?’”

What’s more is people also noted that many people may now associate Combs more with his various business ventures, such as Revolt TV and Ciroc vodka (although he’s no longer affiliated with either), than with his music career.

“The natural curiosity that these types of charges evoke makes sense,” Howard added. “It’s like driving by a car crash. People want to look.”

Such increases in streaming numbers following controversy are not uncommon. For instance, after a documentary accused R. Kelly of sexual misconduct involving women and underage girls, his streaming numbers nearly doubled.

Howard went on to point out that the “anonymization” of streaming might be contributing to the spike in plays for both Combs and Kelly. “Imagine walking into a record store now like, ‘Yeah, I want to buy this Diddy CD,’” he said.

No matter how you feel about Diddy, he’s made more music than most humans alive and avoiding it is not going to be easy, even for those who want to.

The post Diddy Sees Jump in Streams Since Federal Indictment first appeared on .

The post Diddy Sees Jump in Streams Since Federal Indictment appeared first on .