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LaTavia Roberson Defends Beyoncé’s Country Music Venture Amidst Controversy

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Beyoncé found herself at the center of controversy last week once again when a radio station in Oklahoma refused to play her latest singles, ’16 Carriages’ and ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’, sparking public outcry and debate about the boundaries of music genres.

The controversy intensified when former ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ actor and country singer, John Schneider, voiced his disapproval of Beyoncé’s venture into country music, equating it to a dog peeing on their tree and suggesting that leftists were attempting to infiltrate the country music scene.

However, the backlash didn’t go unanswered. LaTavia Roberson, former member of Destiny’s Child alongside Beyoncé, came out swinging in defense of her former bandmate. Roberson, a Texas native, expressed her disgust at Schneider’s comments, highlighting the significant role of country music in Texan culture and emphasizing the participation of African Americans in events like The Texas Livestock Show & Rodeo.

In a viral response to Schneider’s crude analogy, Roberson emphasized the importance of respecting diverse musical expressions and cultural traditions. She called out Schneider’s remarks as “disgusting and disrespectful,” urging him to recognize the rich heritage and contributions of African Americans to country music.

Roberson’s impassioned defense of Beyoncé’s foray into country music sparked a conversation about inclusivity and representation in music genres. As Beyoncé continues to push boundaries and explore new artistic avenues, Roberson’s response serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of embracing diversity and challenging narrow-minded perspectives.

Despite the initial pushback, Beyoncé’s singles eventually gained traction on the radio station in Oklahoma after public pressure forced them to reconsider their decision. The incident serves as a testament to the enduring influence of Beyoncé and the unwavering support of her fans, as she fearlessly navigates new creative territories as a reminder of her true talent.

Thoughts?

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How do you like Bey’s new song?

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Happy 54th Birthday To DITC Founder Lord Finesse!

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Being an advocate for true school Hip Hop, there is no way I can let this day end without showing respect to the legendary Lord Finesse on his 54th birthday. The DITC founder was born on this day in 1970, right as a wave of a culture representing new music and lifestyles was spawning; now known as Hip Hop. With four albums under his belt and an infinite amount of lives touched/inspired, Finesse’s legacy still reigns supreme to those who can’t embrace the old school enough.

If you’re reading this post and asking yourself, “Isn’t he the guy that went to court with Mac Miller?” then I highly suggest you take some time to checkout the videos after the jump. Finesse has been around since the beginning and amongst the saturation of new emcees, I feel a lot of the younger generation has lost motivation to search and support these founders.

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Bob Marley Biopic ‘One Love’ Strikes a Global Chord with $80 Million Opening Week

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Paramount’s highly anticipated Bob Marley biopic, ‘One Love’, has made waves in its opening week, raking in an impressive $80 million globally. The film, which brings to life the legendary reggae icon’s journey and music, has resonated deeply with audiences worldwide, surpassing box office expectations and solidifying its place as a cultural phenomenon.

According to reports from Deadline, ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ has garnered an estimated $80 million in its debut week, with $29 million of that total coming from international box office sales. Despite early skepticism from critics, audiences have embraced the film’s portrayal of Bob Marley’s life and legacy, coming together to celebrate his music and enduring influence.

The success of ‘One Love’ underscores the universal appeal of Bob Marley’s music and message, transcending geographical and cultural boundaries to unite audiences around the world. Through powerful storytelling and captivating performances, the film captures the essence of Marley’s spirit and the impact of his music on generations of fans.

In conjunction with the film’s release, The Source Magazine’ Courtney Brown conducted an exclusive interview with Ziggy Marley, the executive producer of ‘One Love’ and son of Bob Marley. In this insightful conversation, Ziggy Marley offers behind-the-scenes insights into the making of the film and reflects on his father’s enduring legacy.

As the film continues to resonate with audiences worldwide, it serves as a powerful tribute to Marley’s legacy and a celebration of his timeless music. ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ is now playing in theaters, offering audiences a chance to experience the life, music, and legacy of one of music’s most iconic figures. As the film’s box office success continues to soar, it reinforces the enduring impact of Bob Marley’s music and the universal message of love, unity, and social justice that he championed throughout his life.

Watch the video below.

Watch the trailer below.

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Today In Hip Hop History: GZA Released His Debut Album ‘Words From The Genius’ 33 Years Ago

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On this day in Hip Hop History in 1991, Wu-Tang Clan member GZA released his debut, pre Wu-Tang album Words From the Genius. This album was one of two pre Wu-Tang Clan albums from one of the members, the other being Ooh, I Love You Rakeem EP from RZA (then called Prince Rakeem).

This album was originally released under Cold Chillin’ Records. When asked about this release in an interview, GZA recalled:

“I was signed to Cold Chillin’ ’bout five years ago. They put out an album but didn’t promote it. They tried to put it out again last year [1994] after everything happened with the Clan, put a ’94 date on it, but still didn’t put any money behind it, so it didn’t sell twice. I’m still proud of it, though. The beats ain’t all that , but lyrically, s*** was bangin’. So it wasn’t all peaches and cream, but I was determined to break though. A quitter never wins, and a winner never quits. “

As GZA stated the album was re-released in 1994 with a updated track list and again in 2006 as an expansion version under Traffic Entertainment Group, the owner of majority of Cold Chillin’ Records’ catalog.

This particular project was not the usual hardcore, heavy sampled, Shaolin sound that any Wu-Tang fan would be accustomed to. The beat selection on this project is more leaning toward the classic boom-bap sound of the early 90s. His lyricism however is just as sharp as ever. The subject mater of this project is true to the name. GZA spits pure knowledge and righteousness regarding to everyday situations of an individual living in the projects of New York.

After this project, GZA went on to join the Grammy Award winning rap group Wu-Tang Clan, formed by his cousin RZA. He continued to have a successful career releasing six studio albums.

Salute to GZA for this piece of Hip Hop history!

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Chivas Regal Illuminates Golden Hour in Partnership with Luxury Couture Designer Duo Falguni Shane Peacock

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Chivas Regal, an icon of luxury blended Scotch whisky, is merging cocktails, fashion and couple goals with the launch of a new limited-edition “Golden Hour Glow Up” Set, featuring matching tailored tracksuits from global fashion brand Falguni Shane Peacock. Renowned for their elegant craftsmanship, the husband-and-wife fashion duo drew creative inspiration from Chivas’ “United is the New Gold” campaign to create an exclusive at-home Black Tie dress code perfect for Golden Hour.

“United is the New Gold celebrates the wealth of togetherness and we’re thrilled with Falguni and Shane’s creative interpretation, whose global success is a true testament to what can be accomplished as a pair,” says Emily Lane, Chivas Brand Director at Pernod Ricard USA. “The striking tracksuits blend boldness, modernity and status – while still flexing the luxury and distinguished heritage long associated with Chivas. This partnership elevates the notion of couple style and delivers the perfect backdrop for that Golden Hour timeframe – when partners can switch off from the grind and reclaim a moment of connection.”

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The tailored tracksuit incorporates the elegant and glam design that Falguni Shane Peacock is known for, made from high-quality fabric infusing black and gold colorways that draw on Chivas’ brand world and United is The New Gold aesthetic. Each set features the same heart-shaped “Luckenbooth” logo depicted on Chivas Regal bottles worldwide, an ancient Celtic symbol representing love and togetherness.

“This partnership with Chivas feels so authentic to us and who we are as a couple and team that proudly supports each other and our shared success,” said Falguni and Shane Peacock, Founders, Falguni Shane Peacock. “This collaboration delves into the playful concept of Black Tie at-home that is relaxed, yet still elicits luxury cues through the lens of our design aesthetic – a tailored tracksuit that is also perfect for lounging.”

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A$AP Rocky Responds to Fan’s Request for a Rihanna Album: ‘She’s Working On It’

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A$AP Rocky is giving the Navy hope. While in Paris, Rocky was asked to tell Rihanna to start on a new album, and his reply may have caught some surprise.

While taking pictures, Rocky was asked about the album; turning to the fan, he replied: “She’s working on it.”

Most recently, Rihanna stopped the timeline, dropping off a set of sizzling images on Instagram to promote Fenty’s Valentine’s Day campaign.

Savage x Fenty’s account wrote: “Introducing Savage Confessions with @badgalriri 💌 She’s spilling allllll the ☕ and trust us, u won’t wanna miss it! 👀 STAY TUNED! #XXSavageX”

You can see the collection of promo pictures below.

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Beyoncé Makes Her Debut on Country Radio Charts with “Texas Hold ‘Em”

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Beyoncé Announces 'Act II' Album, Releases Two New Singles

Beyoncé has made her appearance on the country music charts. One of the singles released during the Super Bowl, “Texas Hold ‘Em,” was promoted to country radio and became her first entry to the Billboard Country Airplay chart.

“Texas Hold ‘Em” starts at No. 54 with a 1.1 million audience across 100 stations. According to Billboard, Columbia Nashville emailed the single to country stations.

While some radio stations balked at including Beyoncé’s new single in their rotations, Bo Matthews, program director of KBAY in San Jose, immediately added the single.

“We immediately added it [in] a sub-power rotation, which is where we put top-trending new music,” Matthews said. “I want people to hear it. One of the biggest artists in the world delivered a great country record for us to have fun with, and the song is really good. We are in the business of creating excitement for our listeners and I’m embracing the moment. Plus, there is plenty of room for great artists, even from other genres. It’s a big country tent.”

“Texas Hold ‘Em” also hit No. 38 on the Pop airplay channel.

Beyoncé is receiving pushback from a country radio station after releasing two country singles, “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “16 Carriages” after the Super Bowl.

One of the stations, KYKC 100.1 FM in Oklahoma, sent an email response to a listener: “Hi – we do not play Beyoncé’ on KYKC as we are a country music station.”

You can see the message below.

Beyoncé made the reveal during a Verizon Wireless Super Bowl commercial where she teased various ways to break the Internet or crowd Verizon’s powerful signal. After numerous attempts, Beyoncé demands, “Drop the new music” at the end.

Shortly after, Beyoncé’s social media updated with news of Act II, followed by two new singles, “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “16 Carriages,” ushering in her country music era.

You can hear both singles “16 Carriages” below.

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Tina Knowles Highlights Beyoncé’s History of Cowboy Culture: ‘We Always Celebrated in Texas’

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Tina Knowles is letting the fans know that her family has always been aligned with “Cowboy Culture.” Hitting Instagram, Knowles shared an image of how long the cowboy aesthetic has been in Beyoncé and Destiny Child’s looks.

“I just came across this video on my IG feed! We have always celebrated Cowboy Culture growing up in Texas . We also always understood that it was not just about it belonging to White culture only. In Texas there is a huge black cowboy culture. Why do you think that my kids have integrated it into their fashion and art since the beginning.”

– Tina Knowles

You can see Ms. Tina’s full statement below.

Beyoncé is receiving pushback from country radio stations after releasing two country singles, “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “16 Carriages” after the Super Bowl.

One of the stations, KYKC 100.1 FM in Oklahoma sent an email response to a listener: “Hi – we do not play Beyoncé’ on KYKC as we are a country music station.”

You can see the message below.

It is once again Beyoncé season. Queen Bey has announced ‘Act II’ of the Renaissance era, set for release on March 29.

Beyoncé made the reveal during a Verizon Wireless Super Bowl commercial where she teased various ways to break the Internet or crowd Verizon’s powerful signal. After numerous attempts, Beyoncé demands, “Drop the new music” at the end.

Shortly after, Beyoncé’s social media updated with news of Act II, followed by two new singles, “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “16 Carriages,” ushering in her country music era.

You can hear both singles below.

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Benzino Rants About Eminem on Drink Champs: ‘What the F*** Can He Do to Me?’

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We will never live in a world where Eminem and Benzino have stopped talking about each other. Benzino pulled up to Drink Champs and once again spoke about his former foe.

“F**k Eminem and fuck everybody down with Eminem,” Benzino opened. “My thing is, that n**a won’t face me. When we was in Puerto Rico I was with west with a gun on the dashboard and we caught Green Lantern outside the DJ convention. Don’t f**k around with me.

“We come from a whole different trenches. That n***a ain’t us.”

You can hear Benzino’s rant and ask “What the f**k can he do to me?” below.

In January, Eminem had time. Dropping off “Doomsday Pt. 2,” Slim Shady launches a full-on assault on Benzino, harkening back to the days when Benzino once owned The Source.

Now I got a riddle, one condition, you mustn’t laugh
What is the opposite of Benzino? A giraffe
“Go at his neck,” how the fuck is that?
How can I go at somethin’ he doesn’t have?
Arm so short he can’t even touch his hands
When they’re above his head doin’ jumpin’ jacks
Sorry, I don’t mean to upset you, Ben’
When I talk about all the debt you in
I hear that you been creepin’ on the low
In them cheap hotels, that they catch you in
Jesus Christ, dawg, when you said two-ten
Never guessed you meant at the Red Roof Inn
In a room with one single bed, two men
Shady, man, you can’t—, yes, you can
Well, I guess then I regret to inform you, hate to spoil the day
But this doesn’t bring me no joy to say
Guess that Coi Leray feat’s in the toilet, ayy?
Damage due to flows, collateral, I s’pose
Gat-pointed like mine and Sandra Bullock’s nose
Yeah, them bullet holes, have you full of those
You’ll catch a stray like animal control, plan a funeral
I’ma probably have to plan a few neurological exams
Once again, it is off into that damn padded room I go

In April 2023, Benzino reflected on his beef with Eminem. According to the rapper, the late Michael Jackson thanked him for dissing Slim Shady back in the day.

Popping up on The Gauds Show podcast, Benzino claims MJ praised him for the diss after Eminem made light of the situation where Michael Jackson once caught on fire. That moment was in the “Just Lose It” video.

“I met Mike through Teddy [Riley]. He called me and he thanked me. Because when Eminem dissed him with the fire situation, in the video, Mike called and I remember his assistant put him on the phone and I sat there and listened to him. And he thanked me.”

– Benzino

You can hear it all from Benzino below.

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Kelly Osbourne Applauds Weight-Loss Drug Ozempic as Alternative to Gym Workouts

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Kelly Osbourne, the 39-year-old daughter of iconic rocker Ozzy Osbourne, has stirred controversy with her recent comments praising the weight-loss drug Ozempic as a preferable alternative to traditional gym workouts.

In an exclusive interview with E! News at Dolly Parton’s Pet Gala red carpet, the aspiring singer shared her support for individuals who opt to use Ozempic, a medication primarily prescribed for diabetes management, as a means of shedding excess weight.

“I think it’s amazing,” Kelly expressed to E! News. “There are a million ways to lose weight, why not do it through something that isn’t as boring as working out?”

However, Kelly’s endorsement of Ozempic was not without criticism of its detractors. She suggested that those who speak negatively about the drug may secretly desire its benefits or feel frustrated by its high cost, which can exceed $1,000 per month.

“People hate on it because they want to do it. And the people who hate on it the most are the people who are secretly doing it or pissed off that they can’t afford it,” Kelly asserted.

Despite acknowledging the drug’s expense, Kelly emphasized her belief that Ozempic’s effectiveness justifies its cost. She anticipates that as its popularity grows, its price may become more accessible to a broader demographic.

“Unfortunately, right now it’s something that is very expensive but it eventually won’t be because it actually works,” Kelly remarked.

Kelly’s advocacy for Ozempic comes in the wake of her own struggles with weight loss and body image. Following the birth of her son Sidney in 2022, Kelly admitted to feeling pressure to shed the postpartum weight, describing it as an obsession.

“I’m going to be honest, I felt the pressure of after having the baby to lose the baby weight,” Kelly revealed to E! News last fall. “It became my mission. I was obsessed with it because I didn’t even want to get brought into the conversation, I just wanted to be left alone.”

Kelly disclosed that her experience with Ozempic resulted in significant weight loss, with her reportedly dropping 100 pounds. While she acknowledges the drug’s role in her weight loss journey, her endorsement has sparked debate about the broader implications of using pharmaceutical interventions for cosmetic purposes.

Thoughts?

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