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Today In Hip Hop History: De La Soul’s ‘Buhloone Mindstate’ LP Turns 30 Years Old!

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On this date in 1993, De La Soul dropped their third full-length studio album, Buhloone Mindstate.

The legendary Long Island Hip Hop trio known as De La Soul showed and proved that the third time was the charm when they released their Buhloone Mindstate album two years after their oxymoronic De La Soul Is Dead LP. Marketed and promoted by Tommy Boy Records for DSL’s third time around, Buhloone Mindstate flew pretty much under the radar but still managed to make 10th on comedian Chris Rock’s Top 25 hip-hop albums of all time as published by Rolling Stone magazine.

The most familiar single would be “Breakadawn,” which features the unforgettable samples from Michael Jackson’s “I Can’t Help It” and Smokey Robinson’s “Quiet Storm.” Even the late great Guru from Gangstarr appeared on “Patti Dooke,” making this project one of the most well-rounded LPs from the three Plugs.

Salute to Trugoy, Mace, and Posdnous for this classic project!

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De La Soul Celebrates 30th Anniversary Of ‘Buhloone Mindstate’ With Digital Deluxe Release and Exclusive Merch

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Today, legendary hip-hop pioneers De La Soul mark a significant milestone, commemorating the 30th anniversary of their groundbreaking album Buhloone Mindstate with a Digital Deluxe edition.  Originally released on September 21, 1993, this seminal work has left an indelible mark on the music industry and continues to inspire artists and fans worldwide.

Available everywhere today, the Digital Deluxe edition of Buhloone Mindstate features three exclusive bonus tracks: “Lovely How I Let My Mind Float,” “My Mindstate,” and “Sh.Fe.MCs.” Additionally, a mesmerizing lyric video for “Lovely How I Let My Mind Float” is now live, offering fans a unique visual experience alongside the captivating music. Watch the video here.

Exclusive merchandise will also be available for purchase on the official De La Soul website, wearedelasoul.com. To mark the anniversary celebration, the first 30 customers to visit the website at 9:21 AM EST on September 21st will have the opportunity to acquire select merchandise for just $0.30.

Today also marks the birthday of Dave, the beloved member of De La Soul who passed away in February. Though bittersweet, this special release reflects his enduring legacy and the ongoing impact of De La Soul’s music, which continues to resonate with fans across generations around the world.

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Nicki Minaj’s Husband Kenneth Petty Ordered to House Arrest After Threatening Offset

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Beef and shots between Cardi B and Nicki Minaj are normal. Both of their husbands getting into it is a new wrinkle. Last week, Kenneth Petty threatened Offset on social media. Unfortunately for him, that threat has led to legal trouble.

According to famed court reporter Meghann Cuniff, Petty has been ordered to 120 days of house arrest by a federal judge in Los Angeles for his threats.

“Mr. Petty was recorded on video making threatening remarks towards a specific individual while in the company of someone with a criminal record,” the order reads. “This recent violation conduct raises concerns over Mr. Petty’s willingness to comply with the Court’s orders.”

Last week, Nicki Minaj was enjoying family time after a successful night hosting the MTV VMAs. Hitting Instagram, Minaj posted an image of herself with her son, Papa Bear, and husband, Kenneth Petty.

Nicki Minaj pulled double duty at the 2023 MTV VMAs. Not only did she serve as the show’s host, Minaj performed “Last Time I Saw You” from her forthcoming Pink Friday 2 album.

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Quavo Meets with VP Harris and Members of Congress to Combat Gun Violence

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Quavo Meets with VP Harris and Members of Congress

Quavo was on hand at the 52nd Annual Legislative Conference on Wednesday speaking with lawmakers on how to combat gun violence. In addition to a private meeting with Vice President Kamala Harris, Quavo also met with House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and New Jersey Senator Corey Booker.

According to Complex, Quavo was in attendance as a respresentative of his Rocket Foundation, created in memory of Takeoff. The organization was created to “support programs which are saving lives through proven, community-based solutions to prevent gun violence.”

Joining Quavo in D.C. was his mother Edna Marshall and sister Titani Davenport who is the mother of Takeoff.

During his visit, Quavo told the Associated Press Takeoff’s death inspired his movements. “I need to step up to the plate and hit a home run. I have to do something about it, so it won’t happen to the masses—especially in our culture. I don’t want this to happen to the next person. I want to knock down these percentage.”

In August, Quavo released a new video from his Rocket Power album, sharing the touching “Touch Me” visual. The video captures a memorial event honoring Takeoff, where he and their family members gathered to let off lanterns to celebrate the late rapper.

The video also takes Quavo to Paris, where he continues to uplift the memory of Takeoff to great fan response.

You can see the video below and tap into the Rocket Power album here.

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SOURCE LATINO: Nicki Nicole Scores 2 Additional Latin GRAMMY Nominations, Bringing Career Total to 7

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Nicki Nicole Scores 2 Additional Latin GRAMMY Nominations, Bringing Career Total to 7

Argentine superstar rapper, singer, and songwriter Nicki Nicole is celebrating two more Latin GRAMMY nominations for 2023, solidifying her career total at an impressive seven nominations. The nominations come in Best Urban Music Album and Best Rap/Hip Hop Song categories, underscoring her authentic and personal project, ALMA.

ALMA is a captivating blend of genres, sounds, and emotions that have propelled Nicki Nicole’s streaming numbers to a staggering 1.8 billion and counting. The album includes hits like the snappy “8AM” with Young Miko, alongside other standout solo and collaboration tracks with Milo J and Rels B. Nicki recently unveiled her documentary, El Documental de ALMA, chronicling the creation of her third studio album, ALMA.

Nicki Nicole headlined six sold-out shows at Buenos Aires’ Movistar Arena this summer, showcasing her growing popularity. She will also appear at Billboard Latin Week in Miami and perform at the Billboard Latin Music Awards on Oct. 5th in Miami, Florida. Nicki is part of Amazon Music’s “The Future Is Ours” campaign, exploring the intersections of music, fashion, technology, creativity, and Latin Youth culture for a more optimistic future vision.

ALMA an album that combines reggaetón beats, electro-pop, and velvety ballads, showcases Nicki Nicole’s versatility as a musical powerhouse. The ten tracks offer a panoramic view of personal healing, symbolized by the Spanish word “sanación.” Nicki Nicole continues to make waves in the music industry with her impressive Latin GRAMMY nominations and growing international presence.

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Tickets for Colorado-Oregon Game Blow Past Prices for Week 3 NFL Matchups

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Tickets for Colorado-Oregon Game Blow Past Prices for Week 3 NFL Matchups

Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes are still the hottest names in college football. Colorado hosted Colorado State and pulled off the come-from-behind overtime victory. Now the Buffs are headed into Eugene, Oregon, for a matchup with No. 10 ranked Oregon Ducks led by Bo Nix.

TickPick, the popular ticket marketplace, has reported a remarkable surge in demand for this week’s Oregon-Colorado college football showdown. The Buffaloes’ recent victories over Nebraska and Colorado State have ignited excitement among fans.

Before the season commenced, the average purchase price for this game stood at $93. However, the period from September 11th (following Colorado’s win over Nebraska) to September 18th has witnessed an astonishing 131% increase, with the average purchase price now at $215.

What’s more, the current average purchase price for the Oregon-Colorado game is a staggering 115% higher than Oregon’s home game average ($100). This contest has become the most expensive Oregon ticket of the season, with a “get-in” price of $216, surpassing the matchup against USC ($183). Notable purchases include four tickets in Section 9, Row 37, selling for $398 each, totaling $1,592.

Remarkably, the game is pricier than 14 out of 16 NFL games scheduled for Week Three, with only the Bears-Chiefs and Raiders-Steelers matchups costing more.

Additionally, fans travel from afar to witness the Buffaloes in action, with 10% of all purchases coming from Colorado. The full breakdown of zip code data reveals strong support from Oregon, California, Washington, and more.

For those seeking premium seating, Section 12, Row 7 offers tickets at $718 each.

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Colorado-Colorado State Game Sets Viewership Records on ESPN

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The Colorado Buffaloes and Coach Prime are the hottest ticket in football. According to ESPN, the Buffs’ comeback overtime victory over Colorado State was ESPN’s fifth most-watched college football game.

With 9.3 million viewers, the matchup was the most-watched late primetime game on record. Additionally, it was the most-streamed regular-season college football game of all time. Between 11 and 11:15 Eastern, the game peaked at 11.1 million viewers.

Now the Buffs are headed into Eugene, Oregon, for a matchup with No. 10 ranked Oregon Ducks led by Bo Nix. The game will be televised on ESPN.

TickPick, the popular ticket marketplace, has reported a remarkable surge in demand for this week’s Oregon-Colorado college football showdown. The Buffaloes’ recent victories over Nebraska and Colorado State have ignited excitement among fans.

Before the season commenced, the average purchase price for this game stood at $93. However, the period from September 11th (following Colorado’s win over Nebraska) to September 18th has witnessed an astonishing 131% increase, with the average purchase price now at $215.

What’s more, the current average purchase price for the Oregon-Colorado game is a staggering 115% higher than Oregon’s home game average ($100). This contest has become the most expensive Oregon ticket of the season, with a “get-in” price of $216, surpassing the matchup against USC ($183). Notable purchases include four tickets in Section 9, Row 37, selling for $398 each, totaling $1,592.

Remarkably, the game is pricier than 14 out of 16 NFL games scheduled for Week Three, with only the Bears-Chiefs and Raiders-Steelers matchups costing more.

Additionally, fans travel from afar to witness the Buffaloes in action, with 10% of all purchases coming from Colorado. The full breakdown of zip code data reveals strong support from Oregon, California, Washington, and more.

For those seeking premium seating, Section 12, Row 7 offers tickets at $718 each.

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Rod Wave Says His Album ‘Nostalgia’ is a Form of Therapy: ‘I Went Through a Lot of Real Life Stuff’

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Rod Wave pulled up on Nick and Eddie for Rap Life Radio on Apple Music 1 and talked about his fifth studio album, Nostalgia. In conversation, Rod Wave detailed the album as therapy.

“The music just therapy, bro. I just went through a lot of real life stuff,” Wave said. “A lot of stuff that I’ve just been going through on this journey, period, made me just appreciate the journey. It’s not the destination. It’s not where you’re going. It’s the time that you’re having while you’re doing it. I remember just doing little small shows with four, 500 people like, “Damn, I can’t wait til I’m in arenas,” and, “Damn, dog. I remember when I was like …” you know what I’m saying? Instead of just living in that moment with the people who was around me at the time. Because none of them people around me no more.

“My life is totally different…it’s just life, bro. So now I just want to appreciate the people who is around me, because two, three years from now, you never know, you know what I’m saying? Just going through it. I didn’t have to meditate or nothing. Just being aware of your surroundings, bro, and understanding what’s going on right in front of you.”

Rod Wave is eyeing another No. 1 debut with Nostalgia. According to chart rumors and updates, Wave is expected to bring in 130,000-140,000 copies of his new album, becoming the third-biggest rap debut of the year.

Nostalgia’s projected total would also top his personal best, Soulfly, which moved 130,000 in the first week.

Rod Wave is getting ready to go on tour. The rapper has announced the Nostalgia Tour, which will run through the country from October through December.

Joining Rod Wave on the tour will be Ari Lennox, Toosii, G Herbo, and EElmatic. The tour will kick off in Lincoln, NE on Oct. 19 and wrap in Jacksonville, FL on Dec. 18. The tour will hit Los Angeles, Chicago, Brooklyn, Detroit, and more.

Oct. 19 — Pinnacle Bank Arena — Lincoln, NE
Oct. 20 — Xcel Energy Center — St. Paul, MN
Oct. 21 — Fiserv Forum — Milwaukee, WI
Oct. 23 — T-Mobile Center — Kansas City, MO
Oct. 24 — Gainbridge Fieldhouse — Indianapolis, IN
Oct. 26 — KFC Yum! Center — Louisville, KY
Oct. 27 — Little Caesars Arena — Detroit, MI
Oct. 29 — PPG Paints Arena — Pittsburgh, PA
Oct. 30 — Nationwide Arena — Columbus, OH
Nov. 2 — Scotiabank Arena — Toronto, ON, CA
Nov. 4 — CFG Bank Arena — Baltimore, MD
Nov. 7 — MVP Arena — Albany, NY
Nov. 8 — TD Garden — Boston, MA
Nov. 9 — Wells Fargo Center — Philadelphia, PA
Nov. 11 — Barclays Center — Brooklyn, NY
Nov. 12 — Capital One Arena — Washington DC
Nov. 14 — PNC Arena — Raleigh, NC
Nov. 15 — Spectrum Center — Charlotte, NC
Nov. 16 — Bridgestone Arena — Nashville, TN
Nov. 18 — Legacy Arena — Birmingham, AL
Nov. 19 — Enterprise Center — St. Louis, MO
Nov. 22 — United Center — Chicago, IL
Nov. 24 — Paycom Center — Oklahoma City, OK
Nov. 29 — Kia Forum — Inglewood, CA
Nov. 30 — Oakland Arena — Oakland, CA
Dec. 4 — Pechanga Arena — San Diego, CA
Dec. 5 — Desert Diamond Arena — Phoenix, AZ
Dec. 7 — Toyota Center — Houston, TX
Dec. 9 — Dickies Arena — Fort Worth, TX
Dec. 10 — Moody Center — Austin, TX
Dec. 12 — Smoothie King Center — New Orleans, LA
Dec. 13 — State Farm Arena — Atlanta, GA
Dec. 15 — Amway Center — Orlando, FL
Dec. 17 — FLA Live — Fort Lauderdale, FL
Dec. 18 — VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena — Jacksonville, FL

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SOURCE SPORTS: Kareem Hunt Returning to Cleveland Browns After Nick Chubb Injury

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Kareem Hunt is returning to the Cleveland Browns. Following the gruesome, season-ending injury sustained by star running back Nick Chubb, Hunt agreed to a one year deal that is worth up to $4 million.

The past four years saw Chubb and Hunt for a tandem in the backfield for the Browns. Hunt will now assume that role with second year running back Jerome Ford.

According to ESPN, Hunt asked for a trade last year after his deal was not extended. He also explored other teams in the offseason, including the New Orleans Saints and Indianapolis Colts.

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Megan Thee Stallion Says Watch ‘Spooky Season’ for New Music

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Megan Thee Stallion Says Watch 'Spooky Season' for New Music

Megan Thee Stallion is getting ready to bless the Hotties with new music. Speaking with Entertainment Tonight, Hot Girl Meg revealed she is eyeing a Halloween release but won’t give a firm date.

“I like to surprise the Hotties so I’m not gonna say how soon. But just be expecting it,” Thee Stallion said. “Everybody knows spooky season is my favorite season, so just be on point.”

Megan Thee Stallion and Cardi B have a true music-making synergy. Could it lead to more music? Hot Girl Meg revealed they have enough music for an EP.

Speaking with Complex, Thee Stallion revealed that the two Hip-Hop queens are “building a little EP already” and teased the idea of a joint tour.

“I literally think that’s the route that we’re going,” Megan said. “So I’ve done two songs for her. And now I feel like I’m in a space where I know exactly what songs I want her to do for me. So we’re really building a little EP already. We’re gonna have enough music that we need to go on tour together.”

Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion have officially delivered the first performance of “Bongos.” Hitting the VMAs, Megan Thee Stallion and Cardi B took the stage to a tropical background with muscular men actually playing bongos. The dancers flanked the two, making the VMA moment full of energy.

The dynamic duo previously received significant recognition at the 2021 “VMAs” when their iconic hit single, “WAP,” earned them five nominations, including “Song of the Summer,” “Video of the Year,” “Song of the Year,” “Best Collaboration,” and “Best Hip Hop.” “WAP” made history as the first female rap collaboration to debut at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, spent four weeks at the top spot, and was certified 8x platinum in the U.S.

You can see the official “Bongos” video below.

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