Chlöe Bailey revealed she has had a crush on Kendrick Lamar since she was a child, and the fans were on her head about it. In response, Chlöe ensures people know she is not shooting her shot.
“I’m not shooting my shot at a married man. I was talking about years and years ago,” Chlöe said on Instagram Live. “I was sharing how I was a diehard Kendrick fan from day one. Everyone just doesn’t like happiness. Everybody has to take everything so seriously. I would never. Honestly I don’t let stuff like that get to me anymore because I think it’s funny now how people take things out of context. I’m innocent, child!”
Drake, the five-time Grammy-winning, multi-platinum global artist, has announced his return to Australia and New Zealand with The Anita Max Win Tour next year. Produced by Live Nation, the tour kicks off on Sunday, February 9, at Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena, with additional stops in Sydney, Brisbane, and Auckland. These performances mark Drake’s first visit to the region since his 2017 Boy Meets World Tour.
Following the success of his record-breaking It’s All A Blur Tour, which wrapped earlier this year after 80 sold-out shows in North America, Drake’s upcoming tour promises unforgettable experiences for fans Down Under.
Ticket Details: Tickets go on general sale Friday, December 6, at 12 p.m. local time via drakerelated.com and livenation.com.
Presales:
Mastercard Presale: December 3, 12 p.m. – December 5, 12 p.m.
Vodafone Presale (Australia): December 3, 12 p.m. – December 5, 12 p.m.
One NZ Presale (New Zealand): December 3, 12 p.m. – December 5, 12 p.m.
Westfield Reserved Tickets: December 5, 1 p.m.
Prepare for an electrifying tour that brings Drake’s chart-topping hits and dynamic performances to fans across the region.
Snoop Dogg continues his 2024 takeover with the release of “Another Part of Me,” featuring Sting and produced by Dr. Dre and The ICU. Released via Death Row, Aftermath, and Interscope, the track adds another dynamic collaboration to Snoop’s already legendary catalog.
This follows last week’s drop of “Outta Da Blue,” featuring Alus, and the announcement of Snoop’s upcoming album Missionary, due December 13. Earlier this month, he teased the album with “Gorgeous,” featuring Jhené Aiko.
Missionary reunites Snoop and Dr. Dre for their second full-length collaboration since Snoop’s groundbreaking 1994 debut Doggystyle. Packed with features from hip-hop icons Eminem, 50 Cent, Jelly Roll, Method Man, the late Tom Petty, and more, the album promises to be a landmark release in rap and pop culture.
The long-awaited final album from Juice WRLD, The Party Never Ends, is out now via Grade A Productions and Interscope Records. Featuring high-profile collaborations with Eminem, Fall Out Boy, Nicki Minaj, Offset, and The Kid LAROI and production from Benny Blanco, Nick Mira, and Cashmere Cat, the album celebrates the late rapper’s legacy as a once-in-a-generation artist.
“’The Party Never Ends‘ is finally here; I’m glad Jarad‘s fans are getting the music they have been anxiously awaiting! When Jarad was a toddler, he developed a love for globes that lasted for years; he was fascinated with spinning them. Reflecting on that, I realize that was prophetic of what would come. He grew to become the artist Juice WRLD, and touched people worldwide through his music. His lyrics were heartfelt and expressed his challenges with mental health and addiction. Jarad’s transparency made people feel like they were not alone; I consider him a pioneer in normalizing the conversation about mental health. I hope that his music continues to have a positive impact on the lives of others around the world, and it is my prayer that people do not suffer in silence.”
– Carmela Wallace, Mother of Jared “Juice WRLD” Higgins
Accompanying the release is a Steve Cannon-directed video for “Misfit,” a track that sees Juice turning outsider identity into triumphant self-expression. Cannon, a frequent Juice collaborator, delivers a visual tribute to fans finding solace in Juice’s music.
The Party Never Ends coincides with Juice WRLD Day 2024, happening Saturday, November 30, at Chicago’s United Center. The event will feature an exclusive listening experience, performances by Kodak Black, Lil Yachty, Polo G, and more, plus a Fortnite tournament hosted by Xbox.
The album dives deep into Juice WRLD’s colorful, complex psyche, offering fans a final, bittersweet connection to the beloved artist.
Playboi Carti has officially announced he will perform I Am Music at Rolling Loud Miami 2024. The festival, which will take place from Dec. 13 to 15 at Hard Rock Stadium, features a star-studded lineup that includes headliners Future, Travis Scott, and Carti himself.
The three-day event will also showcase performances from Yeat, Metro Boomin, JT, Don Toliver, Lil Yachty, Shaboozey, YG Marley, and many more, promising an electrifying weekend for hip-hop fans.
Carti’s I Am Music performance adds to the festival’s anticipation, as the enigmatic rapper continues to captivate audiences with his dynamic artistry and stage presence. With Rolling Loud Miami consistently delivering unforgettable experiences, this year’s edition is shaping up to be another must-attend event for music lovers.
Diamond-certified global superstar The Weeknd has announced the release of his highly anticipated album Hurry Up Tomorrow, set to drop on January 24, 2025. Serving as the final chapter in his trilogy following After Hours (2020) and Dawn FM (2022), the announcement comes during a historic week for the artist, who became the first in history to have 22 songs surpass one billion streams each on Spotify.
To celebrate, The Weeknd will perform a one-night-only live stadium show at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, on January 25, debuting a groundbreaking in-the-round production. Tickets go on sale Monday, December 2, at 10 a.m. PST via TheWeeknd.com, with exclusive premium tickets available to Cash App Visa Card customers. Cash App Visa Card holders will also enjoy a 20% discount on official merchandise at the event.
Vibee, a music-led destination experience company, is offering premium VIP packages, including concert seating, luxury hotel stays, exclusive lounge access, and commemorative gifts. Packages are available now at TheWeeknd.Vibee.com.
Additionally, exclusive vinyl, box sets, and signed CDs are now available for pre-order at XO.STORE, including a limited edition Frank Miller LP and box sets featuring exclusive Hurry Up Tomorrow merch.
The Rose Bowl show follows The Weeknd’s record-breaking After Hours Til Dawn Tour, which drew over 3 million fans across the globe.
Global music icon The Weeknd has reached an unparalleled milestone, becoming the first artist to have 22 individual songs surpass one billion streams on Spotify. This achievement solidifies his status as a streaming juggernaut and a cultural force, reflecting his profound impact on the global music scene.
The record-breaking tracks include chart-toppers like Blinding Lights, Starboy, The Hills, Save Your Tears, and Die For You, alongside fan favorites such as Reminder, After Hours, and Lost In The Fire. Collaborations like Or Nah and Die For You (Ariana Remix) also contribute to this extraordinary list.
With each song crossing the billion-stream mark, The Weeknd redefines success in the streaming era, continuing to captivate audiences worldwide. His dominance not only highlights his artistic prowess but also marks a new era in music’s digital evolution.
This is not how things go in a battle. Well, at least in Hip Hop.
Drake has taken his feud with Kendrick Lamar to a new level by filing a petition against his own label, Universal Music Group (UMG). On Monday, the rapper accused UMG and Spotify of launching what he described as a “campaign to manipulate and saturate the streaming services and airwaves” with Lamar’s global hit diss track, “Not Like Us.” The song, celebrated as a modern classic, topped charts worldwide and has become a cornerstone of Kendrick’s discography.
In his filing, Drake claimed that the overwhelming success of “Not Like Us” directly harmed him financially. “UMG’s choice to saturate the music market with ‘Not Like Us’ comes at the expense of its other artists,” the petition stated, notably emphasizing Drake’s own career impact. As the owner of his entire catalog’s copyright through his own company, Drake alleged that the label’s actions led to “economic harm” and diminished opportunities for his music to thrive.
The petition further argued that streaming and licensing operate as a “zero-sum game,” where the success of one song inevitably limits the success of others. Drake also accused UMG of retaliating against his inner circle, claiming the company terminated employees associated with or perceived as loyal to him. His legal team referred to the promotional tactics employed by UMG and Spotify as “schemes,” asserting that these efforts unfairly prioritized Lamar’s song at his expense.
Drake’s decision to pursue legal action has sparked controversy within the music industry. Critics and insiders have mocked the move, suggesting it validates Kendrick Lamar’s critiques in “Not Like Us.” Charlamagne tha God shared his thoughts on social media, calling the lawsuit a weak response to losing a rap battle. “Because you lost a rap battle? Come on, man,” Charlamagne wrote.
Meanwhile, Lamar’s affiliates, including Rapsody, Mustard, and TDE’s Punch, joined the chorus of criticism, accusing Drake of exhibiting behavior fitting of the song’s title. “This is exactly what ‘Not Like Us’ was talking about,” one commented.
As the legal drama unfolds, the feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar appears to be reigniting on both personal and professional levels, adding a new layer of intrigue to their storied rivalry.
The Isaac Hayes estate is celebrating Kendrick Lamar’s “squabble up” video for its tribute to the legend dressed as Black Moses.
“Isaac Hayes as Black Moses stands as a powerful symbol of liberation, leadership, and cultural pride,” the Hayes estate wrote online. “Thank you, @kendricklamar, for honoring Isaac and his legacy, reminding the world of the everlasting power of Blackness.”
Isaac Hayes as Black Moses stands as a powerful symbol of liberation, leadership, and cultural pride.
Kendrick Lamar dropped off the “squabble up” video on Monday, which featured a nod to Ice-T’s second album, Power. In case you need a Hip-Hop history lesson, the cover had a woman in a while thoung swimsuit and red heels holding a shotgun, which was also recreated in the video.
Seeing the moment, Ice-T showed love, writing “Respect!” on X. You can see the connection and the video below.
The first-week numbers for Kendrick Lamar’s GNX are available for preview. According to Hits Daily Double, the surprise album is projected for just under 300, sitting at 291,000 equivalent album units for the first week with 30,000 in pure sales.
Kendrick Lamar’s “squabble up” was first teased in the “Not Like Us” video, prompting fans to ask for it endlessly. The single arrived on the new GNX album and is immediately running up the streams. The single is expected to end Shaboozey’s streak on top of the Billboard 200 with “A Bar Song (Tipsy).”
The single is projected to debut at No. 1 and be Lamar’s third for the year, following “Not Like Us” and “Like That.”
You can hear the banger below.
Kendrick Lamar’s ‘SQUABBLE UP’ is projected to debut #1 on the Hot 100
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