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Rema & Shallipopi Collab For Exhilarating Afrobeats Banger “BENIN BOYS”

June 24, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Rema has pretty quickly become a mainstay in the Afropop/Afrobeats space, but also just in general. Ever since exploding with his viral radio hit, “Calm Down”, as well as its even more popular remix featuring Selena Gomez, he has managed to keep up the momentum. While his last few releases, including the RAVAGE EP are not on that same level, there is still tons of quality to be had. However, this new Rema/Shallipopi collaboration “BENIN BOYS” has a chance to reach a similar mark.

This is the Benin City native’s first record of 2024, and it seems to be starting the rollout for his sophomore album, HE IS. There is no drop date for the project yet, but we feel pretty good about it will coming out sometime later this summer or early fall. Hopefully, that happens, because “BENIN BOYS” is a rollercoaster ride that continues to twist and turn with every passing second. Both Rema and Shallipopi bring some uncontrollable energy to the already dramatic and thrilling instrumental. From the rhythmic drums to the hard-hitting keys, this track has it all. It makes sense why Rema and Shallipopi are giving this one their all, as this single is about showing love to their “hoods”, the lead artist explains to Rolling Stone. There are plenty of cultural nods in the music video as well, so be sure to check that out too with the link below.

Listen To “BENIN BOYS” By Rema & Shallipopi

Quotable Lyrics:

Touchdown Benin boys, gen-gen-gen
Money yapa, money repete (Confirm)
Remy Ekehuan road, Shalli Sapele (Ayy)
Santa Monica touchdown, shekens (Clear road)
They dey like to dey dance the legbeegbe (Eh?)
Na we dey bully, na we dey pepper (Say)

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Rep. Jamaal Bowman On Correcting The Record, His Wins/Losses + 2024 Election

June 24, 2024 by newhiphopnews

LeBron James Expected to Become Unrestricted Free Agent and Opt out of Lakers Contract

June 24, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Lakers star, LeBron James is expected to opt out of the final year of his current contract with the Los Angeles Lakers to become an unrestricted free agent. Now this might not be earth shattering news but according to Dan Woike of The LA Times, the move grants James two significant advantages: the ability to sign with any team and the eligibility to receive a no-trade clause due to his tenure with the Lakers and his overall NBA career length.

Opting out may slightly reduce his potential earnings on a new contract with the Lakers compared to extending his current deal. As a free agent, a three-year max contract would be worth about $162 million, starting at a max salary calculated as 5% above his previous $47.6 million salary and including 8% raises in subsequent years. In contrast, opting in and extending would result in over $164 million, as it would start from his $51.4 million player option figure.

If unfamiliar, the Over-38 Rule limits James to a maximum of a three-year contract. Despite the minor financial difference, the security of a no-trade clause might be more valuable to him. Historically, James has preferred short-term deals to maximize flexibility and take advantage of the rising salary cap, which is expected to increase by the maximum 10% annually starting next offseason.

Don’t get too excited at the prospect of King James donning another uniform to end his career. Remaining with the Lakers is anticipated, other teams like the Philadelphia 76ers, Orlando Magic, and Oklahoma City Thunder might show interest. Sign-and-trade or opt-in and trade scenarios are also possible, with a decision deadline of June 29.

ICYMI, the Lakers, having hired James’ podcast co-host JJ Redick as head coach and expected to draft his son Bronny, are favored to retain him. However, James’ free agency will allow him to explore all potential opportunities before making a final decision.

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Nene Leakes is Back With New Series ‘Outrageous Love With Nene Leakes’ For Lifetime

June 24, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Real Housewives of Atlanta alumni, NeNe Leakes is launching a new Lifetime original series titled “Outrageous Love with NeNe Leakes,” premiering July 1 at 10/9c with two back-to-back 30-minute episodes. In this show, Leakes reacts to clips of real couples experiencing the highs and lows of love, offering her personal insights and advice on their situations.

Here’s the official rundown:

“Outrageous Love with NeNe Leakes” captures the trials, triumphs, and tribulations of real couples. The new series showcases wild clips of real people caught up in love as NeNe reacts and gives her personal insight alongside the action.

Produced by Anomaly Entertainment, the executive producers include Leakes, Matthew Kelly, Michael Sorensen, Karen Infantino, and Lifetime’s Amy Savitsky and Nicole Vogel.

Another clip show, “Parents Gone Wild,” also debuts on Lifetime on July 1 at 11/10c, featuring real parents navigating the challenges of raising children.

Get this, Leakes, having recently reconciled with “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” alum Cynthia Bailey and guest-starred on shows like “I Can See Your Voice,” is proving her capability to thrive in Hollywood independently of Bravo and the Housewives franchise.

Good on Ms. Leakes for making her television comeback and we can’t wait to see “Outrageous Love with NeNe Leakes.”

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Lazer Dim 700 Flips The Script & Catches Nardwuar Off Guard With Surprise Gift

June 24, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Lazer Dim 700 is among the few people who have gone toe-to-toe with Nardwuar, surprising the veteran music journalist with a thoughtful present.

XXL’s 2024 Freshman Class Includes Lay Bankz, Maiya The Don, And More

June 24, 2024 by newhiphopnews

The most anticipated preview of hip-hop to come has arrived. The XXL Freshman Class is an annual tradition that lets hip-hop fans get a look at the year’s fastest-rising stars.

This year’s list includes Dallas rapper BigXThaPlug, Tallahasee, Florida rapper Bossman Dlow, New York rapper Cash Cobain, Atlanta rapper Hunxho, Philadelphia rapper Lay Bankz, New York rapper Maiya The Don, Boston rapper Rich Amiri, New York rapper ScarLip, Texas rapper That Mexican OT, and the mysterious crooner 4Batz.

Prior lists have included Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, Latto, Megan Thee Stallion, and more, so it’s usually a pretty good indicator of how artists’ careers are playing out — and at least one name on the cover is almost guaranteed to become a superstar. See below for a breakdown of each rapper’s breakout moment.

BigXThaPlug

BigXThaPlug hails from Dallas and his big hits so far are “Mmhmm” and “Texas.”

Bossman Dlow

His breakout single “Get In With Me” went viral on TikTok earlier this year, precipitating a No. 20 debut for his new tape, Mr Beat The Road.

Cash Cobain

Known for his “Slizzy” approach to the traditional New York sound, Cash’s biggest looks came from “Fisherrr” and his J. Cole collab, “Grippy.”

Hunxho

Hunxho’s rise has been steady since 2021, with “Let’s Get It”; he’s since released a string of solid mixtapes including 2023’s For Her, which peaked at No. 83 on the Billboard 200.

Lay Bankz

A string of viral TikTok hits culminated this year with “Tell Ur Girlfriend” and After 7 her major-label debut project.

Maiya The Don

In October 2022, Maiya dropped “Telfy” garnering about as much popularity as the titular bag. She’s since supported Flo Milli on tour after appearing on the Montgomery rapper’s “Conceited” remix, and even teamed up with the New York Liberty.

Rich Amiri

“One Call,” was just the latest song to jump from TikTok to the Hot 100 in February.

ScarLip

You’ve likely heard “Glizzy Gobbler,” Scar’s 2022 hit viral hit; if not, you may have seen her featured alongside some of the biggest names in hardcore hip-hop, including Swizz Beatz, Jadakiss, and Benny the Butcher, Snoop Dogg, and more.

That Mexican OT

Best known for his 2023 single “Johnny Dang,” That Mexican OT is probably the breakout star of this year’s Freshman class. His albums, Lonestar Luchador and Texas Technician, have both been critical and commercial successes, and he’s bringing back the Houston sound.

4Batz

“Act II: Date @ 8” became an out-of-nowhere hit early this year, garnering the timely co-sign of Drake just before he took a shot at Kendrick Lamar and had the whole rap world turn against him. It doesn’t look like the blowback has landed on 4Batz, though; he seems to be doing great in comparison.

Lauryn Hill & The Fugees’ ‘The Miseducation Anniversary Tour’: How To Get Your Hands On Tickets

June 24, 2024 by newhiphopnews

After postponing several of the dates for her 25th-anniversary tour for The Miseducation Of Lauryn Hill, Ms. Hill has announced a new run of dates with Fugees and her son, YG Marley. You can find more ticketing information, like when, where, and how to buy tickets, below.

How To Buy Tickets For Lauryn Hill & The Fugees’ The Miseducation Anniversary Tour

You can find tickets and more info at LiveNation.com. You may also be able to get tickets on resale sites like SeatGeek, StubHub, and VividSeats.

When Do Tickets For Lauryn Hill & The Fugees’ The Miseducation Anniversary Tour Come Out?

Tickets going on sale on Friday, June 28 at 10:00 AM local time. A Citi presale starts on Tuesday, June 25.

How Much Are Tickets For Lauryn Hill & The Fugees’ The Miseducation Anniversary Tour?

Ticket prices for Ms. Hill’s new tour dates are unknown at the moment, but the first pre-sale on June 25 will reveal the price to expect.

The Miseducation Anniversary Tour Dates

08/09 – Tampa, FL @ MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
08/11 – West Palm Beach, FL @ iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
08/16 – Atlanta, GA @ Lakewood Amphitheatre
08/18 – Charlotte, NC @ PNC Music Pavilion
08/21 – Philadelphia, PA @ TD Pavilion at The Mann
08/23 – Bristow, VA @ Jiffy Lube Live
08/25 – Mansfield, MA @ Xfinity Center
08/28 – Cincinnati, OH @ Riverbend Music Center
08/30 – Milwaukee, WI @ American Family Insurance Amphitheater
08/31 – Tinley Park, IL @ Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
09/04 – Huntsville, AL @ The Orion Amphitheater*
09/06 – Dallas, TX @ Dos Equis Pavilion
09/07 – Houston, TX @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presented by Huntsman
09/13 – Mountain View, CA @ Shoreline Amphitheatre
09/15 – Chula Vista, CA @ North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
09/17 – Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Bowl
09/20 – Wantagh, NY @ Northwell at Jones Beach Theater
09/21 – Holmdel, NJ @ PNC Bank Arts Center
10/12 – Manchester, UK @ Co-op Live
10/14 – London, UK @ The O2
10/18 – Paris, France @ Accor Arena
10/22 – Amsterdam, Holland @ Ziggo Dome

Shaboozey Is Going On Tour In Support Of ‘Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going’

June 24, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Shaboozey’s Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 albums chart, led by the Billboard Hot 100 charter and platinum-certified “A Bar Song (Tipsy).” Shaboozey will tangibly enjoy his music’s resonance on his newly announced headlining fall tour in support of Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going.

According to a press release, “The expansive Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going run sees Shaboozey playing his largest venues to date.” The tour will kick off at First Avenue in Minneapolis, Minnesota on September 9 and wrap at The Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles, California on October 14.

The artist pre-sale is scheduled for Tuesday, June 25, at 10 a.m. local time, followed by the TikTok pre-sale on Wednesday, June 26, at 10 a.m. local time. All pre-sales will conclude at 10 p.m. local time on Thursday, June 27, before the general public on-sale on Friday, June 28, at 10 a.m. local time.

Shaboozey’s 2024 Tour Dates: Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going

09/09 – Minneapolis, MN @ First Avenue
09/11 — Chicago, IL @ Metro
09/13 — Toronto, ON @ Danforth Music Hall
09/16 — Boston, MA @ Royale Boston
09/17 — Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Steel
09/21 — Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club
09/25 – Atlanta, GA @ Variety Playhouse
09/29 — Denver, CO @ Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom
10/02 — Nashville, TN @ TBA
10/14 — Los Angeles, CA @ The Fonda Theatre

Shaboozey’s Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going Tour Poster

Ty Dolla Sign Teases A New Sound For His Next Kanye West Collaboration, “Vultures 2”

June 24, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Ty Dolla Sign says that his next project with Kanye West, Vultures 2, is nearly complete and that fans can expect a new sound from the two as compared to their first effort together. He discussed the highly-anticipated project during an interview with Billboard published on Friday.

“We got all the songs. Basically, it’s just like, ‘How can we get it there? How can we go bigger than the first album?’” he said. From there, he alluded to an evolution of their sound together. “Certain people will probably expect you to just do the same exact sound. But that sound’s already out,” he said. The latest details come after he made a huge update on the release during Kendrick Lamar’s The Pop Out – Ken & Friends, last week. According to the NFR Podcast, he said: “The album is almost done and could be released any day now.”

Ty Dolla Sign & Kanye West Perform “Vultures 1” At Rolling Loud

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 14: (L-R) Rappers Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign perform onstage during the “Vultures 1” playback concert during Rolling Loud 2024 at the Hollywood Park Grounds on March 14, 2024 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images)

Elsewhere in the interview with Billboard, he described West as “the best artist of this generation” other than himself. “I don’t give a f–k about what people were talking about,” he said. “I know my n—. He’s one of the best people I’ve ever met,” he said. As for whether he was worried about West’s antics impacting the success of their record, he added: “Just with my analysis of how it goes with him, he goes all the way to the top. And something may happen and he’ll say [something people find offensive] — and then people [get] right back, you know. Because this sh-t is undeniable.”

Ye and Ty first teamed up for the first Vultures album back in January. They plan to release an entire trilogy together. Be on the lookout for further updates on Ty Dolla Sign and Kanye West on HotNewHipHop.

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Shaquille O’Neal Rereleases Two 28-Year-Old Tracks Via The “SHAQ Pack”

June 24, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Shaquille O’Neal is without a doubt the most dominant player the NBA has ever seen. From the moment he stepped onto the floor as a rookie with the Orlando Magic to even his Miami Heat days, there were not many better at his position. The same could be said about his pen game, as he was and still is passionate about his musical career. He was dropping quite a lot of music in the mid to late 1990s, working with some of the best in the booth. The Diesel did take a long break, but lately he has revisited the rapping side of things. Shaquille O’Neal’s SHAQ Pack is here to remind us of his abilities, featuring two songs from 1996.

“Strait Playin’” and “Legal Money” were two popular cuts off You Can’t Stop the Reign, a project that featured plenty of heavy hitters. Some of them included Peter Gunz, DJ Quik, Mobb Deep, and Lord Tariq. The first two land on “Strait Playin’”, a braggadocious, West Coast special. Then, Mobb Deep bring their production expertise and some verses to the table to accompany the standout hook from Tariq. Here, the all-star cast raps about earning dough through reliable means, instead of the dangerous methods that rappers sometimes fall into. There is no telling if Shaq plans on reviving the project and dropping it on streaming. But we are enjoying these blasts from the past.

Listen To SHAQ Pack By Shaquille O’Neal

Quotable Lyrics From “Legal Money”:

Leavin’ n****s in standstill, rapper be Queens real
We hydro, from Orlando to Queensboro
Sit back, watchin’ ESPN on the eighty inch
The game’s on, my thug’s on too, me and Nate Dogg
The guard jet ski, Shaq ripped the river apart
You ain’t been doin’ this, so don’t start

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