Lou Williams Admits He Almost Retired After Trade To Atlanta

Lou Williams was traded to the Atlanta Hawks yesterday in a massive deal that brought Rajon Rondo to Los Angeles. Virtually no one in the NBA was expecting a deal like this to go down although in the end, it happened and both teams are better off for it. Despite all of this, it appears as though Williams felt slighted by the trade, and almost retired from the game of basketball as a whole.

In a recent post to Instagram, Williams said he poured a lot of heart into the Clippers organization and the trade felt disrespectful. After receiving a ton of praise and support from his fans, Williams had a change of heart and noted that he wants to make the most of his time in Atlanta.

“Yea, so I thought about retiring yesterday. You give so much to an organization and you wake up and boom, it’s no more,” Williams wrote. “Then in true clipper nation fashion I was reminded that my talent and contribution was appreciated and It made me reflect on what’s to come. There’s plenty left in my tank and I’m privileged to continue my career in my backyard. LA, thank you. Love you. Appreciate you. Great times and memories!!! ATL, LouWillVille. Mr. Williams, welcome home.”

The Hawks are a work in progress but as it stands, they are firmly in a playoff spot which means Williams has an opportunity to help this team achieve some goals no one thought possible at the beginning of the year.

Lou Williams

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Lil Nas Takes A Victory Drink From One Of His Grammy Awards

Today, Lil Nas X returned with his long-awaited pop-crossover “MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name),” the Atlanta rapper’s first single since last November’s “HOLIDAY.” Along with the song, Lil Nas X also shared one of the most talked-about music videos in a while, since perhaps the highly suggestive “Throat Baby (Remix)” video from BRS Kash. Regardless of the backlash that the “MONTERO” video has been receiving from conservatives, it appears that the early reception of Lil Nas X’s new single has been overwhelmingly positive, so it only makes sense that the “Old Town Road” artist would take a moment to celebrate.

In the clip archived by DJ Akademiks, Lil Nas X is seen pouring some champagne into one of his Grammy trophies before taking a much-deserved sip. Last year, Lil Nas X took home two Grammys thanks to the success of “Old Town Road,” one for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance and another for Best Music Video. Now, according to Akademiks’ post, it appears that Lil Nas X is following in the recent footsteps of Blue Ivy Carter and celebrating his success by taking a drink from his esteemed Grammy trophy. By taking his victory sip, Lil Nas X has officially joined the ranks of Certified Love Boy artist Drake and Blue Ivy’s father Jay-Z as one of the rappers who have notably turned their Grammy awards into drinking cups.

If you’re interested in seeing the music video that everyone has been talking about, check out the visuals for Lil Nas X’s new single “MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name)” below.

Blueface’s First Signee Gets His Name Tattooed Onto Her Face

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West Coast rapper Blueface has folks that will do anything for him. The rap newcomer’s first signed artist and protégé ChriseanRock has just done the most for him courtesy of a face tattoo. Blueface’s First Signee Gets A Tattoo For Him The rap rookie – who also goes by the name DaBigBaby – just added […]

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Wiz Khalifa Has Big Plans For 10-Year Anniversary Of “Rolling Papers”

Before our eyes, Wiz Khalifa has transitioned from an up-and-coming rapper from Pitssburgh, Pensylvania into a veteran, multi-platinum, and award-winning Hip-Hop artist. In fact, this year marks the 10-year anniversary of one of Wiz’s most important albums to date: his 2011 major label debut Rolling Papers. The double-platinum album housed huge singles like “Black and Yellow,” “On My Level,” and “Roll Up,” and it truly signified Wiz Khalifa‘s arrival as a member of rap stardom. Now, to celebrate the album’s milestone year, the Taylor Gang artist has a big surprise in store for fans.

Starting on the album’s anniversary on March 29, fans will be able to pre-order and pre-save a deluxe expanded version of the original Rolling Papers, which will include tracks never before released on DSPs, such as “Middle Of You,” “Stoned,” and “Taylor Gang.” In addition to the anniversary edition of Rolling Papers, fans will also be able to purchase limited edition vinyl with rare color variants, including blue vinyl with heavy splatter, green vinyl with a black smoke effect, and highlight yellow vinyl with a black smoke effect. The blue and green variants will be limited to 2,500 copies worldwide, and the highlighter yellow version will be exclusively available through Spotify.

The updated tracklist for the 10-year anniversary edition of Rolling Papers will be as follows:

Tracklist:

1. When I’m Gone
2. On My Level (feat. Too $hort)
3. Black and Yellow
4. Roll Up
5. Hopes & Dreams
6. Wake Up
7. The Race
8. Star of the Show (feat. Chevy Woods)
9. No Sleep
10. Get Your Sh*t
11. Top Floor
12. Fly Solo
13. Rooftops (feat. Curren$y)
14. Cameras
15. Black & Yellow (feat. Snoop Dogg, Juicy J & T-Pain) [G-Mix]
16. Middle Of You (feat. Chevy Woods, Nikkiya and MDMA)
17. Stoned
18. Taylor Gang

Are you looking forward to the expanded version of Wiz Khalifa’s major label debut Rolling Papers? And will you one of the fans trying to cop a limited edition vinyl?

Tekashi 6ix9ine Spoils Girlfriend Jade W/ Expensive AF Chanel Bags

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New York rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine is making sure nobody spoils their girl more than he does his. The rap troll went to social media to show off how he just blessed his boo Jade with a super expensive gift. Tekashi 6ix9ine Spoils Girlfriend At Chanel 6ix9ine went to his Instagram to let it be known […]

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Caleborate Shines On “Light Hit My Skin”

On the intro to his last project Hear Me Out, released in 2019, Caleborate rapped, “I’m tryna take it to another level, dawg/If you can’t see the vision then it ain’t no need to get involved/I’m saying, I just want someone to hear me out.” Now, nearly two years later, it’s clear that the Caleborate meant every word. His latest album Light Hit My Skin arrives today, and it is already looking like a major step forward for the Bay Area Hip-Hop artist.

The stacked full-length album boasts eight impressive guest appearances, including one from Kota the Friend on the previously heard single “Contact.” Other artists featured on Light Hit My Skin include Duckwrth, Deante’ Hitchcock, former Mass Appeal artist Cantrell, Cash Campain, RedVeil, Samaria, and Tone Sinatra. However, even with such an impressive line-up of guest artists, Light Hit My Skin still feels like an incredibly personal album, with Caleborate giving an energetic and passionate performance all throughout his latest full-length.  

Stream Caleborate’s latest album Light Hit My Skin below.

Tracklist:

1. Clicquot Shower
2. Homecoming (feat. Duckwrth)
3. Pull Up
4. We Make (feat. Samaria)
5. LIGHT 001
6. Enemies on My Side (feat. RedVeil)
7. Contact (feat. Kota the Friend)
8. LIGHT 002
9. Mud (feat. Deante’ Hitchcok & Cantrell)
10. The Game
11. No Place 2 Go
12. LIGHT 003 (feat. Cash Campain)
13. What U Want
14. Untitled (Hit Record)
15. The Madness (feat. Tone Sinatra)

Lil Nas X Drops Mind-Blowing + Sinful ‘Montero’ Music Video

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Grammy-winning rapper Lil Nas X is blowing fans’ minds. If you had a problem with Cardi B‘s “WAP” music video, then you’d better not watch the “Old Town Road” star’s newest visuals. Lil Nas X Shares New ‘Montero’ Video Lil Nas X’s new “MONTERO (Call Me by Your Name)” music video is dropping everybody’s jaw. […]

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Taylor Swift Supports R&B Legend Anita Baker In Her Fight For Her Masters

In recent weeks, R&B legend Anita Baker has spent some time on Twitter sharing thoughts about her ongoing battle to take back control over her master recordings, which has apparently not gone in her favor so far. Now, Baker has found herself a supporter in Taylor Swift, who herself has famously had some legal drama about her own masters.

On March 9, Baker tweeted, “Miraculously… i have out-lived *ALL, of my Artists Contracts. They no longer ‘Own’, My Name & Likeness. And, by Law…30 yr old, Mstrs are 2B Returned, 2 Me. Unfortunately, They’re gonna make me Fight 4 it. I’m Prepared, 2 do that. Please Dont advertise/buy them ABXO.”

More recently, she gave props to Swift yesterday for how she handled her situation by re-recording her back catalog, writing, “Her creations bought & sold Again & Again, wouldnt even let her do *A Buy Out*…Taylor Swift *re-recording, her Catalog/Taylor’s Version. The GoodFight Go… Gurrrrl.” That got a response out of Swift, who wrote, “I’m cheering you on in your fight to get back your work, and appreciate your support so much!! Thank you.” Baker answered back, “This Solidarity is a Beautiful Thing! Thank You.”

Meanwhile, after Baker’s initial tweet, Chance The Rapper also chimed in with a message of support and a call to all of his fans, writing, “DO NOT LISTEN TO NO ANITA BAKER TIL THEY GIVE HER HER MASTERS BACK. TELL YO MAMA TO TELL A MAMA.”

49ers Divulge Their Intentions For Jimmy Garoppolo

Despite leading the San Francisco 49ers to a Super Bowl appearance just over a year ago, there has been a lot of talk around whether or not Jimmy Garoppolo is good enough to be the starter for the 49ers. Of course, the team mainly made the Super Bowl because of their defense and run-game, although Garoppolo still needed to be competent enough to make sure the team got where they needed to go. 

Over these last few months, trade rumors have been circulating in regards to Garoppolo and after the 49ers traded up to the third overall pick today, there were even more rumblings that Jimmy G could be on the move. Now, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the 49ers have said that Garoppolo is their man and they don’t plan on demoting him anytime soon.

These kinds of declarations are typically meaningless especially with the NFL Draft still a month away. Teams love to say one thing and do the complete opposite, so we’re sure Jimmy G is still feeling a bit worried heading into the next few weeks.

After a disappointing season in 2020, the 49ers are looking to improve, and the third overall pick could perhaps bring them what they’ve needed for a while. Whether or not that is a franchise quarterback, remains to be seen.

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Serpentwithfeet Delivers On His Long-Awaited Sophomore Album “DEACON”

One of the most innovative and genre-defiant artists currently out, serpentwithfeet has finally returned with his long-awaited and highly-anticipated follow-up to his stellar debut soil. Three years later, the Los Angeles-based artist has unleashed his sophomore album DEACON, which features the previously heard “Same Size Shoe” and “Fellowship.” Similar to soilDEACON features 11 tracks, but apart from that, serpentwithfeet’s latest album finds the artist in a completely different creative place.

Trading in the fantastical and Shakespearian songwriting of soil for a more straightforward style of expression, DEACON expertly displays serpent’s growth as an artist since his 2018 debut. The sonic variation is one of the album’s most impressive aspects upon first listen, as the production transitions from the spacy and dreamy soundscapes that the Los Angeles-based artist is known for to contemporary Hip-Hop beats, traditional church-style production, and hints of flavors from music around the globe.

DEACON arrives on Secretly Canadian, and it features songwriting and production contributions from NAO, Lil Silva, Sampha, Batu, Justus West, Brandon Juhans, and production duo Take A Daytrip. With a runtime of right under 30 minutes, serpentwithfeet’s sophomore outing practically begs for back-to-back listens, so stream the new eleven-track album below.

Tracklist:

1. Hyacinth
2. Same Size Shoe
3. Malik
4. Amir
5. Dawn
6. Sailors’ Superstition
7. Heart Storm (with NAO)
8. Wood Boy
9. Derrick’s Beard
10. Old & Fine
11. Fellowship