Kicking off a new era after a decade of dominance, Rolling Loud California 2025 returns to Hollywood Park in Inglewood, CA, on March 15-16. The World’s Largest Hip-Hop Festival unveils a stellar lineup headlined by A$AP Rocky, Playboi Carti, and special guest Peso Pluma, alongside more than 75 artists showcasing the vibrancy of hip-hop culture.
With a refreshed format, Rolling Loud California offers fans its immersive festival experience at accessible prices, starting at $179 for GA passes and $499 for VIP. Spanning three stages, the festival also features signature attractions like Loud Cutz, the Rolling Loud Tattoo Parlour, Bunny’s Bae Bar, and an array of yet-to-be-announced art installations and cultural activations.
Headliners A$AP Rocky and Playboi Carti bring their dynamic artistry to the mainstage. Rocky continues to build anticipation for his album Don’t Be Dumb, fueled by hits like “Tailor Swif” and “Ruby Rosary” featuring J. Cole. Carti, riding high off his Rolling Loud Miami 2024 performance, previews tracks from his forthcoming album I AM MUSIC. Peso Pluma adds to the excitement, delivering hits from his platinum-selling album ÉXODO.
Beyond the headliners, Rolling Loud California celebrates the diversity of hip-hop with performances from stars like YG, Quavo, Ken Carson, and Destroy Lonely; breakout talents like Sexyy Red and Ski Mask The Slump God; and West Coast legends such as Ab-Soul, Dom Kennedy, and Blxst.
Rolling Loud California 2025 promises a weekend of unforgettable performances, cultural celebration, and a powerful snapshot of hip-hop’s evolution.
Donald Trump is having his way with the leaders of tech companies. The latest is Mark Zuckerburg, who is leading Meta in a policy change that will end fact-checking and more.
“The recent elections also feel like a cultural tipping point towards, once again, prioritizing speech,” Zuckerberg said. “So we’re going back to our roots and focus on reducing mistakes, simplifying our policies and reducing free expression on our platforms.”
So what will be in place? What Zuckerburg calls a “more comprehensive community not system.” Think what Elon Musk has done with X.
Furthermore, Zuckerburg looks to work alongside the Trump administration “to push back on governments around the world that are going after American companies and pushing to censor more.”
According to Deadline, Trump spoke about the decision, stating, “I think they have come a long way, Meta, Facebook.” He also noted his threats to Zuckerburg over his business practices are “probably” in practice.
The fifth murder suspect of Julio Foolio was captured after being on the run for several months.
According to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, Davion Murphy’s arrest brings all suspects into custody. He avoided capture for six months.
The 27-year-old Murphy was apprehended at a Jacksonville apartment complex.
“While it took some time, JSO and partners worked daily to hold these individuals accountable,” said JSO Director of Investigations and Homeland Security Mark Romano.
In July, Tampa police announced multiple arrests on Monday in connection to the shooting that left Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio dead. Sean Gathright, 18, Alicia Andrews, 21, and Isaiah Chance Jr., 21, were arrested in Jacksonville and charged with premeditated first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder.
At that time warrants were issued for Rashad Murphy, 30, and Davion Murphy, 27, who were still at large.
The rapper, whose real name was Charles Jones, was fatally shot on June 23 at a Holiday Inn on Fowler Avenue. Police believe Jones was attempting to secure a room at the hotel after being kicked out of an Airbnb while celebrating his 26th birthday.
Authorities have indicated that the suspects are members of rival Jacksonville gangs who collaborated to murder him. Jones had posted his location online multiple times before the shooting, and it is believed the suspects followed before ambushing his car at the Holiday Inn.
They released the entire footage of foolio They saying they’re opening a RICO in jax pic.twitter.com/3pcKSuZF1t
In addition to Jones, three others were injured in the shooting but survived their injuries. Law enforcement also released a video of the incident, highlighting the suspects stalking Jones, wearing all black, and firing upon a car in which Jones attempted to escape. According to News4Jax, He was sitting in the front passenger side. The shooters were armed with a handgun and two rifles. The murder was the latest in a history of violence between 6 Block, which Foolio was a member of, and the gang’s rivals ATK and 1200.
“Today, three dangerous criminals are off our Florida streets and in police custody where they belong,” Waters said. “These individuals have chosen lives of urban terrorism and with arrests we show Tampa, Jacksonville and the rest of Florida, we hold violent criminals accountable.”
Video was also released of the moment when authorities arrested the alleged murderers, which you can see below.
Your Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office and Tampa Police are announcing the arrests of 3 people in the murder of Charles Andrew Jones II, known as Julio Foolio.
Jones was shot and killed in the parking lot of a Tampa hotel on June 23, 2024.
Another day, another Cardi B career update. Hitting social media, Cardi revealed that she is sidestepping sex to get her mission done because it’s a distraction. The mission appears to be her album.
“I don’t even want to take dick right now. Every single time I take dick, I get distracted. I don’t want no distraction,” Cardi said. “I put a little pause on my dating life because January is very, very, very, very important, and I have a mission to complete. And if I don’t complete this mission, it’s gonna fuck up the schedule for this year.”
You can hear Cardi announce it all below.
Cardi B swears off sex & dating to finish new album: “I’ve been getting tested”
Cardi B wants the world to know she is far from hard up for money. With rumors flying that the rapper must rely on brand deals, Cardi hit Spaces to reveal she could make $65 million in a day.
“I want to let y’all know that I could wake up tomorrow and sign a contract, and I would have half of $65 million, or half of $70 million, in my bank,” Cardi said.
She would reveal that she has not accepted a touring deal because her second album isn’t out. That’s currently scheduled for 2025. You can see the reveal below.
Cardi B is gearing up for a major comeback in 2025. The Bronx-bred diva is sending a clear message to anyone who’s crossed her in 2024. On Sunday, November 24, Cardi took to IG Live, delivering a message to her followers and detractors alike.
With her trademark confidence, Cardi warned those who had wronged her this year, demanding they make amends before the new year begins. “I’m telling you right now,” she said, her tone firm. “Every person who played with me in 2024—y’all better apologize today. I mean it. Apologize today.”
PERIODT. That wasn’t a typo btw.
Now, Cardi has made it clear she plans to enter 2025 with a clean slate, having no tolerance for any lingering disrespect. Her declaration became even more intense as she continued, saying, “As soon as 12:00 A.M. hits, I’m hitting the reset button. And I’m whipping everybody’s ass with a wet belt.”
The thought of the wet belt. Lol.
Though she didn’t name specific individuals, Cardi’s frustration was palpable. “I’m sick of everybody,” she confessed, revealing her weariness with the drama she’s faced over the past year.
Sometimes the apps don’t need to be called out. They know who they are.
Looking back on 2024, Cardi called it “the weirdest year I’ve ever experienced.” She had previously shared that her highly anticipated sophomore album, initially expected to drop in 2024, would be delayed. Despite the setback, she remains optimistic about the future. “Next year is going to be my year,” she confidently declared. “My album will drop, and my secret businesses will finally come to light.”
Interestingly, she wrapped up her Live on a lighter note; Cardi showed her usual humor, joking, “Hopefully, I get myself a little boyfriend next year. I’m hoe-less right now,” before adding, “I gotta get my s### together.”
Previously, Lil Baby let it be known that any relationship he had with Gunna is finished. In an interview with Charlamagne Tha God, Lil Baby revealed he “ain’t got no relationship” with Gunna.
Charla would push forward, stating the Internet believes Lil Baby doesn’t think he can make a hit without Gunna. To which he replied, “The Internet will say anything.”
He added, “You know how many hits I got? That don’t even make sense. I only see what I got to see. I try my best to keep going. I don’t feed into the comments and all of that.”
Also, Charlamagne asked if Young Thug requested a collaboration between the two would he be done. In short, the reply was, “I don’t see that happening.”
You can hear it all from Lil Baby below.
Lil Baby reveals he doesn’t have a relationship with Gunna and doesn’t envision himself working on music with him in the future.
Gunna’s attorney is stepping up to set the record straight regarding his client’s involvement in the YSL RICO case and the accusations of him being a “snitch.”
On January 3, 2025, attorney Steve Sadow took to social media to defend the rapper against claims that he cooperated with authorities to secure his release, particularly in relation to his relationship with fellow rapper Young Thug.
He was blunt about it all to say the least and we have to say the facts are the facts. But we have to ask, does anyone really care whether he did or didn’t? Anyways, let’s keep unpacking …
Let’s recap the YSL RICO Case and Gunna’s situation
Gunna, born Sergio Giavanni Kitchens, became a focal point of the YSL (Young Slime Life) RICO trial when he took an Alford plea in December 2022, after spending 8 months in jail. The plea deal allowed Gunna to avoid a lengthy prison sentence, but it also sparked intense controversy, with critics accusing him of betraying his YSL associates, including Young Thug, who was facing similar charges. Gunna was sentenced to five years with a suspended sentence, meaning no jail time, probation, or travel restrictions, which further fueled speculation about his alleged cooperation with authorities.
However, Sadow strongly refuted the idea that Gunna cooperated with prosecutors to undermine Young Thug’s case. In a detailed post on X (formerly Twitter), Sadow explained that Gunna did not “cooperate,” “say anything,” or “do anything” to harm Young Thug’s defense. He clarified that Gunna’s plea agreement was never used during Young Thug’s trial, and Gunna was not named as a witness. He also pointed out that Gunna’s sentence included no probation, travel restrictions, or living conditions, and he could continue his music career while Young Thug’s trial proceeded.
I was Gunna’s attorney but I am NOT speaking on his behalf. This long post is solely to set out the truth. Gunna did NOT cooperate, and did NOTHING and said NOTHING to cause harm to Thug’s case. He spent 8 months in jail and was released in Dec. 2022 after entering an Alford…
Sadow’s post also aimed at those who continue to criticize Gunna, including prominent rappers like Lil Baby and Lil Durk, who publicly labeled him a “rat” following the plea deal. Lil Baby, in particular, called Gunna out during a 2023 interview with DJ Akademiks, which sparked further division in the hip-hop community. In response, Sadow wrote, “THOSE THAT HAVE AND CONTINUE TO BAD MOUTH GUNNA, GET OVER IT. NUFF’ SAID.”
Sadow went on to compare Gunna’s situation to Young Thug’s. While Gunna was able to move forward with his career, performing internationally and earning millions, Young Thug spent over two years in jail, ultimately pleading guilty to lesser charges and being sentenced to 15 years of probation with reporting conditions. Sadow made it clear that Gunna’s decision to take the plea did not impact Thug’s case, noting, “Gunna did NOT cooperate, and did NOTHING and said NOTHING to cause harm to Thug’s case.”
Love the street rules and the dry-snitched comments. Oh the fake outrage, same old s**t. Both were charged with RICO. Both faced 20 yrs in prison. Both pled to RICO. Regardless, I’m more than willing to accept the blame for the great deal.
OBB Media and Spotify have unveiled Billions Club Live with The Weeknd: A Concert Film, a 45-minute exclusive capturing The Weeknd’s Los Angeles concert celebrating his unprecedented milestone of 25 songs surpassing a billion streams. The film, available on Spotify, marks the first live iteration of Spotify’s prestigious Billions Club: The Series.
Produced by OBB Pictures, Billions Club Live extends the success of the flagship playlist and video series, which has spotlighted artists like Ariana Grande, Bad Bunny, and Cardi B. Executive producers Michael D. Ratner, Scott Ratner, and others have crafted an immersive celebration of global streaming success.
OBB Media continues its prolific streak, producing Netflix’s A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter and iHeartMedia’s Jingle Ball TV Special, Music Festival, and SWEAT VR project featuring Charli XCX and Troye Sivan.
Skip Bayless is trending on the Internet for all of the wrong reasons. And his former partner, Shannon Sharpe, has one message: “That ain’t got nothing to do with me.”
Sharpe appeared on his Nightcap podcast with Chad Ochocinco and cleared himself.
“What do y’all want me to say? That ain’t got nothing to do with me. So, there’s nothing to address,” Sharpe said. “In those 42 pages, it doesn’t mention that Shannon Sharpe did anything. But y’all want to get clicks, so y’all mention me.”
In case you missed it, Skip Bayless is the subject of a highlighted lawsuit for contributing to a toxic work environment.
In a 42-page lawsuit obtained by Front Office Sports, Bayless, along with Joy Taylor, Fox Executives, and more, have been accused by Noushin Faraji, who worked at the network as a hairstylist from 2012 to this past August.
According to Faraji, during her tenure, she experienced “a misogynistic, racist, and ableist workplace where executives and talent were allowed to physically and verbally abuse workers with impunity.”
Additionally, Faraji stated when the conditions were highlighted, the network responded against her and others, while those who created the environment were promoted.
As for Bayless, Faraji stated the former Undisputed host offered her $1.5 million for sex. She attempted to sidestep the advance, pointing out her ailments, but Bayless would try to have sex with the woman again just a week later.
Faraji asked about Bayless’ wife, to which he allegedly responded, “Aren’t you Muslim? Doesn’t your dad have three to four wives?” Maraji then alerted Bayless her father was dead.
They saying they’re opening a RICO in jax 
(@indicachildT) 
