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Topaz Jones Drops The Soulful, Chilled-Out Single ‘D.I.A.L.’

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New Jersey’s own Topaz Jones has a new album and accompanying short film on the way, Don’t Go Tellin’ Your Momma, although prior to today, he hadn’t unveiled a release date for the projects. Now, though, he has revealed that they are set for April 23. Also today, he shared a new song from the project, “D.I.A.L.,” which stands for “dying is a lifestyle.” The track is full of soul and relaxed vibes, with Jones’ lyrical contributions both perfectly existing within the track and standing out on their own.

Jones previously said of the relationship between the album and the short film, “The film is all the things I couldn’t say in musical notes. The music is everything I couldn’t write in words, even though there’s lyrics that speak to it as well, but emotionally, it’s everything I couldn’t necessarily write down and the film is everything that I couldn’t put in song. It is single-handedly the most gratifying, fulfilling experience I’ve had as an artist.”

The film, by the one, isn’t one to be missed: It recently took home the Short Film Jury Award: Nonfiction honor at this year’s Sundance Festival.

Listen to “D.I.A.L” above.

Don’t Go Tellin’ Your Momma is out 4/23 via New Funk Academy/Black Canopy.

Dess Dior Is Living Big On New Single “Tenin”

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Dess Dior is best known for her high-profile relationship with rapper Future, who loves to show her off and buy her lavish gifts. Future has been trying to give his girlfriend a boost in her professional life, sharing Dess’ new music on social media and amplifying her releases to a much larger audience. As she continues to rise to new heights in the rap game, the 23-year-old social media star has officially released her latest single and music video for “Tenin”.

The ATL Jacob-produced single is out now, featuring all kinds of quotable lines that her fans will be using as Instagram captions for the next few weeks. Swooning over her boyfriend and bragging about her career accomplishments so far, Big Dess asserts herself and says she’s got her foot in the door and will only continue to dominate the game.

Do you think Dess Dior is the future? Listen to her new song below.

Quotable Lyrics:

I just wanna hold my n***a down till the end
I just copped a new boutique and bought my mom a Benz
Call my n***a MLK ’cause he believe in my dreams
Thought you hoes was heatin’ up, I blew up off a scheme

Kodak Black Ambushed In Florida Parking Lot Shooting

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Florida rapper Kodak Black came “this” close to dodging bullets. The hip-hop star and his crew were reportedly ambushed outside of a McDonald’s restaurant in Tallahassee. Kodak Black Ambushed In Florida Shooting According to reports, the attack went down around 3 AM Monday morning when a shooter opened fire from a car tailing Kodak and […]

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Joey Badass Reacts To G Herbo + Taina Williams’ Gender Reveal

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New York rapper Joey Badass is happy for G Herbo and Taina Williams. The Pro Era star took to social media to react to the pair building a family together with a baby boy on the way. Joey Badass Reacts To Couple’s Gender Reveal Herbo went to his Instagram page and didn’t hold back in […]

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Lil Wayne + Young Thug Spotted In Studio Session Together

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Rap veteran Lil Wayne is hopping in the booth with the young guns. A new video of Tunechi with Atlanta rapper Young Thug clocking in studio time has emerged. Lil Wayne + Young Thug Caught In The Studio Fans are hyped after a clip of Tha Charter rapper and Thugger came out on social media. […]

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Rihanna Attends #StopAsianHate March In New York

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Rihanna has always been one of the most active voices in her community, using her platform to empower others with her inclusive brands and world-ranging music. Despite being involved in a few recent controversies, for which she has apologized, Rihanna made sure to show up at a recent #StopAsianHate march in New York City, walking alongside hundreds of other activists looking to make a difference.


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As the number of violent hate crimes against Asian-Americans has risen during the pandemic, Rihanna sought to create some change by encouraging her millions of fans to step out into the streets and have a voice, fighting back against anti-Asian racism and xenophobia. She and her assistant were spotted at the march, carrying colorful signs and interacting with fans. 

While she was surely recognized by the majority of people, one exchange with a fan was captured on camera as she exchanged Instagram handles with the man, who seemingly had no idea who he was speaking with. After directing him to her page, which has over 93 million followers, he simply asked if this was truly her, assuming he had been catfished.

Learn more about marches and protests happening in your city, as well as different ways to be active, by checking NY Mag’s list of resources here.

Freddie Gibbs Says Losing Grammy To Nas Inspired New Single

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Freddie Gibbs is fresh off of the release of his latest single, “Big Boss Rabbit,” which seems to be the third single from his forthcoming release. His latest single arrives just weeks after the Grammys where Alfredo lost to Nas’ King’s Disease. The fact that Gibbs was even nominated for a Grammy is a win overall, but it seemed oddly coincidental that “Big Boss Rabbit” was a flip of Nas’ “You’re Da Man.”

Some fans went as far as claiming that some lyrics in “Big Boss Rabbit” threw shade at Nas but Gangsta Gibbs explained that it was actually the Queensbridge legend that motivated him. During the latest episode of The Joe Budden Podcast, Freddie explained that it was the evening at the Grammys that fueled this record. “Nas won the Grammy, you know what I mean? So I was like, alright, fasho,” he said.

“He gave me motivation. Thank you, Nas, man,” he continued. “If I was going to lose to anybody, you know, I gracefully lost to a legend like Nas. I appreciate you. You turned me up, you really pissed me off that night, and you motivated me to get better, man, in the booth. So, I appreciate you for that. Thank you, dawg.”

Perhaps the upcoming Gibbs album includes a collaboration with Nas? Are you here for that? Sound off in the comments. 

Kodak Black’s Security Guard Was Reportedly Shot In Florida

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It appears Kodak Black found himself in the middle of a scary situation early this morning, as it is being reported that his security guard was shot in the parking lot of a McDonald’s in Tallahassee, Florida.

According to the Tallahassee Democrat, which cites preliminary incident reports by the Tallassee Police Department, at around 3 a.m. this morning, Black and some associates were leaving Baja’s Beach Club and were followed by multiple vehicles that attempted to cut them off. TPD spokesperson Alicia Turner confirmed the shooting and that one person was seriously injured.

The publication also reports that Black and his associates went to the McDonald’s and blocked the entrance with a vehicle. Black apparently insisted on picking up the order himself in-store, which his security team advised against. One of the vehicles that chased Black’s vehicle earlier arrived, left, and returned when its occupants began shooting. The security guard was reportedly shot in the leg and taken to a hospital. He reportedly underwent surgery after behind shot in the femoral artery and losing a significant amount of blood.

Black himself appears to be alright, as he has made multiple posts on his Instagram Story (not related to the shooting) this afternoon.

Kodak Black is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

DMX’s Kids Arrive At Hospital As Rapper Remains On Life Support: Report

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Unfortunately, there aren’t any positive updates regarding the current health status of legendary rapper DMX, who suffered a heart attack on Friday. After staying the entire weekend in the hospital, the 50-year-old rapper remains on life support. His condition is still being described as “dire”.


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On Monday, the latest report from TMZ revealed that some of the rapper’s children have touched down in White Plains, New York to visit their father. DMX, whose real name is Earl Simmons, has fifteen children. It was not specified how many of his kids are present at the hospital. They are reportedly only allowed to visit him one at a time due to COVID-19 protocols. Simmons’ mother and fiancée have both already visited him in the ICU. 

The report notes that X still has little brain activity as he has been reported to be in a “vegetative state”. His chances of recovery are very slim. 


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The hip-hop community has been sending prayers and love to DMX and his family and he fights this health crisis. Many, including Eminem and Snoop Dogg, have shared messages of hope for Dark Man X. Please continue to pray for the legend in the comments.

We will keep you updated with the latest as information becomes available.


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