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Billie Eilish Announces Fortnite Festival Mainstage Concert

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Weekend two of Coachella just wrapped up but fans looking for more music festival fun may have a virtual opportunity. Pop megastar Billie Eilish was one of the headliners of Coachella in 2022 and she showed up again this year as a special guest during Lana Del Rey’s headlining performance. She’s taking to a different kind of festival later this week when she plays the main stage of Fortnite’s music festival. She’s following in the footsteps of artists like Ariana Grande, Lady Gaga, Travis Scott, and more who have entered the virtual realm.

She took to Twitter over the weekend with the simple announcement “Fortnite Festival Main Stage: 4.23.24.” The post also came with a picture of the “bad guy” singer within the game. In the picture, she’s sporting an electric green fit of her own virtual merch. It’s in the same color as the iconic hair she debuted during her debut album era. The midweek show is due to get underway tomorrow and fans of both the artist and the game itself expressed their excitement underneath the post. Check out the brief announcement she shared below.

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Billie Eilish Announces Fortnite Concert

Earlier this month, Billie Eilish was one of the loudest voices among dozens and dozens of artists speaking out against the use of AI mimicking their work. The most recent AI issue emerged when episode two of Childish Gambino’s new radio show aired over the weekend. He’s used AI on the show a few times before. But this week he debuted a brand new song that featured a guest verse from Kanye West.

Despite plenty of fan excitement for the promise of the song, some couldn’t help but wonder if the verse was AI generated. In fact, the discussion of the song was almost entirely dominated by debates over whether or not it was real. What do you think of Billie Eilish participating in a virtual Fortnite concert? Do you plan on attending the show within the game when it takes place later this week? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Nicki Minaj Brings Out Big Sean For Detroit Concert

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Nicki Minaj brought out Big Sean in his hometown of Detroit over the weekend while she performed on her Pink Friday 2 World Tour. While on stage together, the two performed their 2011 hit collaboration, “Dance (A$$) Remix,” among other tracks.

Afterward, Sean thanked Nicki for the opportunity in a video on social media. “That show was crazy,” he began. “I appreciate her bringing me out, doing our slaps. She gave me a whole set for real which was fun for the whole city. It’s been a minute. I’ma be back performing too for the NFL Draft. If you in Detroit, f*ck with me… Shout out to the Barbz. Shout out to everybody who was at gag city tonight, Little Caesars Arena. It was fun, dog. I’ll see y’all soon.” 

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Big Sean & Nicki Minaj Perform At The BET Awards

LOS ANGELES, CA – JUNE 24: Nicki Minaj (L) and Big Sean perform onstage at the 2018 BET Awards at Microsoft Theater on June 24, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images)

Despite the fun night, it’s been a bit of a rocky road for Minaj on the Pink Friday 2 World Tour in recent days. While trying to get into Canada for a show in Montreal, she ran into difficulties getting through the border. She ended up being three hours late for the concert and thanked Drake for helping her make it at all. “Drizzy he made a couple calls for me,” she wrote on her Instagram Story. She brought out Drake during her performance in Toronto.

Big Sean Joins Nicki Minaj On Stage

Check out Minaj’s performance with Big Sean above and be on the lookout for his appearance at the NFL Draft later this week. Also, be sure to keep up with HotNewHipHop for further updates on Nicki Minaj and her ongoing tour. She’s set to continue performing through July with shows in Berlin, London, Paris, and more in the coming months.

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Rick Ross Roasts Drake Over Victor Wembanyama Rejection

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Rick Ross and Drake are currently beefing, and it has led to some pretty hilarious jabs from both sides. However, there is no doubt that Ross has been going the extra mile as of late. For instance, he even spoke about Drake and Millie Bobby Brown, which is one of those things most people try to steer clear of. Needless to say, it feels like nothing is off-limits right now. Having said that, it would appear as though Ross was just given some new material to work with.

This all comes from the mouth of JJ Redick, who recently told a fun story about Victor Wembanyama. Essentially, Wemby was invited to come on stage at a Drake concert. However, when he found out he couldn’t bring his teammates, he refused the opportunity. “There was a Drake concert in Austin and he got asked to come up on stage because Drake was doing that with a bunch of NBA guys this offseason,” Redick said. “And Wemby was like, ‘Can my teammates come up on stage with me? Because they are going to be at the concert with me.’ And Drake’s camp was like, ‘No.’ And he’s like, ‘Then I don’t want to do it.’”

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Ross saw this story going viral, and decided to say something about it. “Respectfully declined. The young ones see it too,” Rozay said. It was a very obvious jab at Drake, and there is no doubt that Ross found this to be a great opportunity at a roast. Even if Wemby’s intentions were pure, somehow, he has now found himself in the midst of a rap feud. He truly is the most important rookie the NBA has ever had.

Let us know what you think about the feud between Ross and Drake, in the comments section down below. Do you feel as though all of this is way too petty? Who are you taking in the beef right now? 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.

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Channing Crowder Wants Smoke With Drake After Rapper Cat Calls His Wife At Concert

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It seems every celebrity has a bone to pick with Drake. A recent video on X (formerly Twitter), has begun to go a little viral. Former Miami Dolphins linebacker Channing Crowder, one of the hosts of The Pivot Podcast, recently went to a Drake concert and all seemed to be going well. However, the superstar rapper noticed Channing’s wife, Aja Crowder, and really liked what he saw. “Oh s***. The green right there – she fine as hell,” Drizzy called out from the stage. It was quite astounding how he was able to spot Channing’s wife from that far away, especially since she was in a suite higher up.

Some might see this is as fake and stitched together, but Aja was wearing a green top, so this looks to be real. Channing definitely did not seem to happy about it, saying, “Man hell with him. I ain’t worrying about Drake! I’ll see Drake in the parking lot.” On top of that response, Crowder shared the video on X, with a caption asking Metro Boomin and Future for a favor.

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Channing Crowder Wants In On The Drake Dissing

“Aye Future and Metro! I see why y’all still don’t trust him. This man was shooting at my Baby from the air. 🗣 Let me in the booth!” We have already seen plenty of rappers get in the booth or take their shots at Drake. Kendrick Lamar, Rick Ross, Metro, Future, and more have all walloped on The Boy. Getting a diss from a former football player would be the icing on the cake.

What are your thoughts on Channing Crowder calling out Drake for cat calling his woman at a concert? Do you think we are in for a Metro Boomin, Future, and Crowder collaboration? Do you think this video was real or stitched together? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Drake and all of his beefs. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the music world.

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Lil Durk Announces “Smurkchella” Concert To Stop Chicago Violence

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Lil Durk is tired of the violence. The rapper has been one of the loudest when it comes to speaking out against the murder rate in Chicago, and now he’s taking steps to combat it. He took to his Instagram on April 10 to announce plans for a musical event he dubbed “Smurkchella.” The concept behind the event is to promote peace and positivity within the Windy City. Dirk also plans to use the proceeds from the event to give back to those in need.

The event may still be in its early stages, but Lil Durk is serious about bringing it to fruition. “I’ma do a Smurkchella next year at the bears stadium in Chicago,” he wrote on Instagram. “It’s gone be a stop the violence event and we gone split half the money with different non profits from big to small. I need help I need every artist who locked in with me to help save these kids.” The rapper went on to clarify that he’ll be partnering with his own charity, the Neighborhood Heroes Foundation, to ensure that everything is legitimate. “@neighborhoodheroesfoundation will help put it together,” he asserted. “Let’s go this my way of giving back without saying it to look cool.”

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Lil Durk Will Organize The Event Through His Foundation

There’s no word yet on which artists will perform at “Smurkchella.” Lil Durk is currently seeking out rappers to come and perform, as evidenced by his official statement. The rapper has has never put together a concert, but he has organized several events with his Neighborhood Heroes Foundation. In 2022, the foundation helped supply Chicago inmates and correctional facility workers with 29,000 of hand sanitizer to combat the COVID-19 crisis.

This is not the first time Durk has put his money where his mouth is. The “All My Life” rapper recently teamed with Amazon Music to launch the Durk Banks Endowment Fund. It was started to aid participants in the Durk-affiliated Chicago charities, Neighborhood Heroes HBCU College & Career Readiness Cohort Program, as they seek out higher education. Two participants were selected out of 20, and given $50K scholarships to attend Howard University in Washington, D.C. All things considered, Durk seems like the right man to get “Smurkchella” off the ground.

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J Cole Forgets His Verse While Performing With Bas

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J Cole forgot his verse to his 2018 collaboration with Bas, “Tribe,” while coming out at the rapper’s show in New York City on Tuesday night. When they attempted to perform the track, Cole quickly got lost and had to rely on fans for help. Despite being fed several lines, he still couldn’t come up with what he penned for the single.

Cole’s fanbase shared their dismay on Twitter. “Delete this bro idk how much more I can take,” one user wrote. Another added: “LMAO that’s sad considering it’s Bas most known song.” One more fan brought up the song making it on the FIFA 19 soundtrack.

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J Cole & Bas Perform At iHeartRadio Music Festival

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – SEPTEMBER 17: Bas (L) and J. Cole perform during the 2021 iHeartRadio Music Festival at T-Mobile Arena on September 17, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

The incident comes after Cole made headlines, last weekend, for apologizing to Kendrick Lamar amid their ongoing feud. “I’m so proud of that project except for one part,” Cole said. “There’s one part of that sh*t that makes me feel like, ‘Man, that’s the lamest sh*t I ever did in my f*cking life.’ And, I know this is not what a lot of people wanna hear. I can hear my n****s up there right now like, ‘Nah, don’t do that.’ But, I gotta keep it 100 with y’all. I damn near had a relapse.” He further labeled Lamar one of the all-time greats and announced he plans to take “7 Minute Drill” off streaming services.

J Cole Struggles To Remember His Lyrics

Elsewhere during Cole’s appearance at the Bas show, the two performed their joint single “Lit” alongside KQuick. Cole is fresh off the release of his new mixtape, Might Delete Later, and is currently working on his long-awaited seventh studio album, The Fall Off. Be on the lookout for further updates on J Cole on HotNewHipHop.

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J Cole Makes Surprise Appearance At Bas Show After Big Three Apology

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J Cole surprised the hip-hop world on Tuesday night. The Fayetteville rapper popped up at a Bas concert in Irving Plaza to perform their joint single “Lit” alongside KQuick. It was a thrilling moment for the crowd, as Bas neglected to mention that Cole would be in attendance. He shout-outed his Dreamville boss, only to have him appear mid-song and rap his verse to screaming fans. It was also a nice moment of respite for Cole after the controversial statement he made at Dreamville Fest.

The “No Role Modelz” rapper has spent the last several weeks embroiled in a feud with Kendrick Lamar for hip-hop supremacy. Kendrick dissed him on the Future and Metro Boomin hit “Like That”, and Cole responded a few weeks later with “7 Minute Drill.” The reception to the latter track was mixed, with many feeling that Cole’s heart wasn’t into the feud. They were right. The rapper took the stage at his own fest over the weekend and issued an apology to Lamar. He dismissed “7 Minute Drill” as “lame” and vowed to take it off streaming platforms (which he has not done yet). The public fallout has been swift.

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Bas & J. Cole Performed Their 2014 Song “Lit”

Cole’s apology has been called “soft” by fans. Many have lobbied to have the rapper removed from the “Big 3” conversation he started around himself, Lamar, and Drake. Fortunately, Cole has had the support of his Dreamville roster during this difficult time. Ari Lennox and Omen praised the rapper for prioritizing his mental health over diss records, and vowed to stick by him. Bas hasn’t commented directly, but he did send a tweet that many have interpreted to be about the Cole situation.

Bas posted a screenshot of a text message that emphasizes the importance of loyalty. “I’ve been told yall n****s we the only family we got,” the rapper wrote. “But n****s always want to let the kids from across the street swim in our pool until they take a s**t in it…” Bas signed to Dreamville in 2013, making him the third-longest tenured behind Cole and the aforementioned Omen. The audience at the Bas show clearly enjoyed seeing J. Cole in action, which is a positive sign for both the label and the rapper’s future as a whole.

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Nicki Minaj Makes Hip-Hop History With Her Pink Friday 2 Tour

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Nicki Minaj just made history. She’s currently headlining the highest-grossing tour by a female rapper of all time, and she managed to do it in less than 20 shows. According to Touring Data, Minaj’s Pink Friday 2 tour grossed a record-setting $34.9 million within the first 17 performances. This achievement is a testament to the rapper’s catalog of hits and her ability to stay relevant a decade and a half after she arrived on the music scene.

Minaj’s longevity has been the subject of much discussion in recent years. Ja Rule praised the “Red Ruby da Sleaze” rapper during a 2023 episode of Stepping Into the Shade Room. “Minaj’s place in hip-hop is [solidified],” Ja asserted. “The female MCs they’re having a run like they’ve never had before, and to me, in my opinion, I would say Nicki re-opened that door.” Ja hasn’t been alone in this sentiment. Minaj, who dropped her debut album back in 2010, has also received props from Da Brat and GloRilla. “Staying in the game, staying strong,” the latter said during an appearance on The Heat. “I’m trying to be consistent like that.”

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Minaj Has The Highest-Grossing Tour By A Female Rapper

Minaj not only claimed the highest-grossing tour by a female rapper, but the highest-grossing concert as well. Touring Data reports that the rapper’s Madison Square Garden show on March 30, 2024, grossed a whopping $2.858 million. The success of the tour should come as no surprise to hip-hop fans, as Minaj’s recent album also set records. Pink Friday 2 netted the largest first week vinyl sales by a female rapper in history, in addition to securing Minaj’s third number-one album. Pink Friday 2 also scored Minaj’s first #1 single as a solo artist, “Super Freaky Girl.” From a records standpoint, it’s a good time to be a Barb.

The numbers are also a nice return to form after Minaj’s messy exchange with Megan Thee Stallion. The two rapper traded diss tracks early on, but Minaj’s “Bigfoot” was widely panned by fans and critics alike. Megan’s diss, on the other hand, “Hiss”, received critical acclaim and topped the Billboard Hot 100. The two will likely continue to beef with one another into the future, but it’s evident from Minaj’s historic achievements that she doesn’t need to engage with other rappers to solidify her legacy.

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Missy Elliott Breaks New Ground With Upcoming “Out Of This World” Tour

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Missy Elliott is making history. The eccentric emcee will be embarking on her first ever headlining tour in 2024, after decades of influence and chart dominance. She initially broke the news of the “Out Of This World” tour on her Instagram, along with a heartfelt statement. “Fans have been asking me to tour forever,” she explained. “So I wanted to wait until I felt the time was right because I knew if I was ever going to do it, I had to do it big.” Missy wasn’t kidding. This upcoming tour will be an absolutely star-studded event.

The “Out Of This World” tour will feature Busta Rhymes, Ciara and Timbaland. All three artists are iconic in their own right, and have been collaborating with Missy for years. The “Supa Dupa Fly” rapper has always been loyal to those around her, and she really made a point of stressing the familial angle during the tour’s planning stages. “I had to do it with family,” she added. “So get ready to be taken OUT OF THIS WORLD with me, Busta Rhymes, Ciara, and Timbaland! We can’t wait to share this experience with the fans.” Furthermore, the IG announcement came with a teaser video directed by Dave Meyers.

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Timbaland Will Be The Tour’s Special Guest

 
 
 
 
 
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Fans who’ve seen Missy Elliott’s music videos over the years know that Meyers is responsible for the visuals for singles like “Get Ur Freak On” and “One Minute Man.” The teaser is classic Missy, with her and Busta Rhymes donning bizarre, futuristic clothing as they discuss the possibility that they’re on a different planet. The tickets for the “Out Of This World” will be available starting with a Verizon presale on April 9. Additional pre-sale options will made available throughout the week, and the general sale will begin Friday, April 12 on Missy-Elliott.com.

Missy could not have picked a better time to embark on her first headline tour. Firstly, she became the first female rapper to be nominated and inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2023, and secondly, she’s working on new music for the first time in two decades. Timbaland will produce the upcoming album, however he told Variety that it will feature Missy dabbling in experimental Latin sounds. “People gonna eat it up,” he teased. “[It’ll connect with] a different demographic of people. Some of it has a kind of Latin feel to it, almost a Bad Bunny effect.”

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Sexyy Red Hosts Improvised Show After She Couldn’t Enter High School Due To Weed Smell

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Sexyy Red has to deal with a lot of preconceptions and biases as not just a female rapper, but as a rapper in general, even when she’s trying to do right by the kids. Moreover, on Wednesday (April 3), she took to her Instagram Story to express her grievances with a high school in her hometown of St. Louis, Missouri that she was meant to visit, but was denied entry to because she smelled like marijuana. The “Get It Sexyy” MC was still on school property, though, and eventually greeted students from atop her vehicle. Not only that, but she treated them to an impromptu performance of the aforementioned track, and you can see them scream along to the lyrics in a clip below.

“Look, so this school, I came up here, got cute, tried to talk to the kids, give them the word of the day and they’re going to put me off tell me I smell like weed,” Sexyy Red expressed on the social media platform. “B***h, you’re nobody, they ain’t come to see you, Otis! B***h, you heard who they’re screaming for,” she remarked against those who denied her visit.

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Sexyy Red Speaks On High School Turning Her Away Due To Smelling Like Weed

Despite this setback and this reaction, folks will apparently have many more reasons to be excited for Sexyy Red in the near future. For example, Nicki Minaj recently teased that she might invite her on for a remix of her Pink Friday 2 cut, “FTCU.” That would certainly give the Barbz another great moment to praise, and would further cement the 25-year-old as one of the most in-demand hitmakers today. However, these are all just ideas and teases at the moment, so we’ll have to wait and see whether they end up panning out.

Sexyy Gets It At High School That Rejected Her Visit: Watch

 
 
 
 
 
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Meanwhile, there’s a certain theory going around that has her feeling unbothered, but that its proponent is standing firmly behind. Joe Budden thinks that Drake is being paid to promote the Hood Hottest Princess so heavily, something that she dismissed quickly. Whether it’s The Boy shouting her out or high school students going wild, it’s clear that she’ll find her deserved stardom no matter who’s cosigning her. For more news and the latest updates on Sexyy Red, stay up to date on HNHH.

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