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Nas Celebrates 30th Anniversary of his Iconic ‘Illmatic’ LP With Limited-Edition Collaboration with Umbro & Nicholas Daley

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GRAMMY-Award winning rap legend Nas, celebrates the 30th anniversary of his revolutionary album, Illmatic, while on tour in London. Known as a pivotal release in hip-hop history, Illmatic is more than an album; it’s a cultural milestone, reflecting the grit, soul, and resilience of New York City. To commemorate this major milestone, Nas has joined forces with UK- based brands Umbro and Nicholas Delay on a limited-edition soccer jersey celebrating Nas’ impact on music and style over the three decades.

The limited-edition design combines Umbro’s deep-rooted connection to sport culture with Daley’s distinctive approach to heritage-inspired fashion. Paying homage to the spirit of Nas’ NYC upbringing and the influence of Illmatic, the design is imposed with Nas iconography resulting in a truly unique piece. Together this design blends British craftsmanship with streetwear sensibilities celebrating Nas’s multi-decade influence and seamlessly bridges sport, music, and fashion.

“Nas and Illmatic represent a transformative moment not only for music but for culture as a whole. Collaborating with Nicholas Daley to capture that essence in an Umbro shirt allows us to celebrate Nas’ legacy with a piece of sportswear that speaks to fans worldwide,” states Umbro.

The Nas x Umbro x Nicholas Daley football Jersey is more than a fashion piece; it’s a wearable homage to an artist who has redefined storytelling in hip-hop and a testament to the lasting impact of Illmatic on global culture.

“Curating this exclusive NAS 30th anniversary Illmatic style in collaboration with Umbro has been a true honour for one of Hip Hop’s legendary icons. Illmatic is one my favourite albums off all time and the impact it has had both musically and culturally is so evident today. The collaboration is celebration of hip-hop and the legacy of Illmatic, whilst incorporating the heritage of Umbro in a collection which I wanted to feel both classic and forward-looking,” states Nicholas Daley, designer and founder of Nicholas Daley.

Matt Young, President of Bravado, states, “This unique collaboration has been a true melding between Umbro and Nicholas Daley shining light on one of the most revolutionary hip-hop albums, Illmatic, and Nas’ impact musically and globally. We’re excited for this limited-edition design to reach music, fashion and sport enthusiasts alike.”

This limited-edition piece is now available on nicholasdaley.net, making it a coveted addition to the wardrobes of music, fashion, and sports enthusiasts alike.

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ScHoolboy Q Announces 2025 International Tour Dates

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ScHoolboy Q has announced a brand new run of live tour dates which includes stops both in the U.S as well as Germany, France, Netherlands and United Kingdom. Playing songs from his critically acclaimed catalog, including this year’s Blue Lips, ScHoolboy Q will kick off the tour in Oakland CA next year — undoubtedly bringing the energy from the Summer run to new crowds globally.

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Tickets will be available for artist pre-sale this Thursday, November 21 at 9am local time via https://laylo.com/groovyq/m/bluelipslive while public on-sale will begin Friday, November 22. Full tour routing and to purchase, head to: https://www.groovyq.com/tour/

BLUE LIPS LIVE TOUR ROUTING:

Jan 23            Oakland, CA @ Fox Theater

Jan 24            Los Angeles, CA @ The Novo

Jan 25            Las Vegas, NV @ Brooklyn Bowl

Jan 26            Anaheim, CA @ House of Blues

Feb 14           Berlin, Germany @ Huxleys

Feb 15           Paris, France @ Elysee Montmarte

Feb 17           Cologne, Germany @ Carlswerk Victoria

Feb 19           Tilburg, Netherlands @ 013 Poppodium

Feb 20           London, UK @ Roundhouse

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Footage Reveals Diddy’s Extravagant Party for Meek Mill’s 27th Birthday, Property Manager Details What Was Left Behind

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Diddy's legal team is asking for his release. In a court-submitted letter, Diddy's team pens, "This letter will walk the Court through a series of actions taken by Mr. Combs over the past six months that prove that he is not a risk of flight or a danger to anyone in the community."

Diddy's legal team is asking for his release. In a court-submitted letter, Diddy's team pens, "This letter will walk the Court through a series of actions taken by Mr. Combs over the past six months that prove that he is not a risk of flight or a danger to anyone in the community."

Sean “Diddy” Combs allegedly threw a wild party for Meek Mill’s 27th birthday on May 3, 2014, renting the lavish Parisian Palace in Las Vegas for $25,000. Exclusive video footage reveals a night filled with extravagance and chaos, leaving behind a troubling scene at the property.

The footage, shared with DailyMail.com, shows over 900 guests packing the mansion, surpassing the expected 850. The event included masked exotic dancers, lingerie-clad performers, and a naked sushi model as part of the spectacle. Among the notable attendees were King Bach, French Montana, and Lil Durk, who joined Meek Mill and Diddy onstage during the celebration.

The aftermath painted a grim picture. Property manager Jason Haight, who oversaw the event, described the scene as “disgusting,” with cocaine residue, broken bottles, used condoms, and bloodstained bedding left behind. “There were broken bottles of alcohol, used condoms, blood on the beddings, powder, razor blades by the hundreds, lubricant on the dressers and marble floors,” Haight said.

“I found panties, bras, and even two iPhones in the bushes behind the bowling alley.”

Diddy’s team reportedly made specific preparations for the event, including replacing bedroom door locks and installing temporary smoke detectors. Despite these measures, Haight claimed the party spiraled out of control, with rampant drug use and excessive drinking contributing to the property’s state.

The mansion, known for its intricate period details and hand-painted ceilings, sustained significant disrespect during the event. Haight estimated half an ounce of cocaine was collected from various areas of the home. “It looked like powdered sugar everywhere,” he remarked.

Diddy allegedly secured an insurance policy to cover any damages or liabilities, but the chaos raised questions about handling such high-profile events.

Well, this is a switch-up. With Diddy news swirling online, one of his biggest friends, Meek Mill, has joined the “No Diddy” trend. A video has hit online showing Meek claiming he is “No Diddy Gang.”

“No Diddy Gang, Meek Milly in real life — don’t ever disrespect me, ya heard?” Meek said.

One of Diddy’s sons, Justin Combs, saw the message and had a swift response: “SMH [facepalm emoji}”

This past September, Meek Mill wanted his name cleared. Hitting X offered $100,000 to an investigative team to find evidence linking him to Diddy’s legal troubles. The message came in response to frequent accusations and jokes flying across social media.

“I wanna hire an investigative team 100k cash to find out every specific detail involving meek mill name to ‘Diddy’ case,” Meek wrote. “I also want them to look at who is powering the media involving ‘meek’ anything to do with buddy!

“‘Something not right,’” he finished.

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Andre 3000 Says His ‘New Blue Sun’ Album Doesn’t Count Towards His Contract With Epic Records

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André 3000 recently revealed a surprising detail about his long-awaited debut solo album, New Blue Sun. Despite its critical acclaim and a nomination for Album of the Year at the 2025 Grammys, the project doesn’t count toward fulfilling his contract with Epic Records. In an interview with journalist Touré, the OutKast icon shared his initial confusion and eventual understanding of this contractual stipulation.

“They congratulated me on the process, they congratulated me on what the work was, but contractually, it’s very interesting. My label will not count this album against my contract — this is as a solo artist,” André said, referencing his unconventional flute-based project.

After consulting his lawyer, André learned that the stipulation dates back to the 1970s, when some artists tried to fulfill their record deals by submitting low-effort or unconventional material. Labels countered this by requiring new works to align with the artist’s previous output.

“I didn’t understand it at first and we tried to find ways around it,” he admitted. “But my attorney explained it in this way: it was invented in the ’70s maybe, when artists were trying to get out of their deals so they were just pretty much turning in anything. It says, ‘The next recording has to be 90 percent like the recording before it.’”

He added, “It stops you from turning in 10 tracks of handclaps and saying, ‘This is my album.’ And I get it! But Sylvia [Rhone] and the team have been so supportive. They know I’m not turning in a handclap album — they get it. But as a business, this is the stance they took.”

Despite the setback, André isn’t rushing to leave Epic Records. He remains focused on creating music and has confirmed that he’s already working on another album. While keeping details under wraps, he shared that the new project is well underway.

“Oh, for sure,” he said when asked about a follow-up to New Blue Sun. “At this point, I’m just trying to keep the momentum. There’s such a thing as creative momentum. The next stuff is very interesting, too. We’re almost a third — or halfway — into it.” However, he noted there’s no set release date. “I don’t know when it will be ready. Who knows.”

For now, fans can continue to celebrate André 3000’s latest artistic evolution while eagerly awaiting the next chapter in his legendary career.

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Today In Hip Hop History: Foxy Brown Dropped Her Debut Album ‘Ill Na Na’ 28 Years Ago

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Today In Hip Hop History,  Foxy Brown released Ill Na Na 28 years ago and changed the way women sounded in hiphop. Introduced to the world by a Brooklyn rapperJay-Z on the classic Ain’t No Nigga, Def Jam pulled out all the stops for the queen of the label who released her album one week after her former friend Lil Kim.

“Get Me Home” was released on September 15, 1996. It peaked at number 42 on the Billboard Hot 100. The second single, “I’ll Be”, released on March 4, 1997, also noted a commercial success. It peaked at number seven on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming Brown’s highest charting single.

The album featured guest appearances by Blackstreet, Havoc, Method Man, Kid Capri, and Jay-Z with a majority of the production by the Trackmasters. Ill Na Na produced two hit singles, “Get Me Home” featuring Blackstreet, and “I’ll Be” featuring Jay-Z. Ill Na Na was re-released in 1997.

Salute to the Brooklyn Bombshell who influenced so many girls in hip hop. Never forget.

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Travis Scott to Appear on WWE’s ‘Monday Night Raw’ Netflix Debut

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WWE and Netflix are joining forces to bring the high-energy excitement of Monday Night RAW to streaming, with a historic live debut on January 6, 2025, at the state-of-the-art Intuit Dome in Los Angeles. The event, set to air live at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET, promises an electrifying lineup of WWE Superstars and surprise guests.

The announcement was made grandly by WWE Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque and music superstar Travis Scott during Scott’s sold-out performance at ComplexCon in Las Vegas. Adding to the excitement, Scott revealed that his new music would serve as RAW’s theme song, marking a unique crossover between wrestling and music culture.

The premiere episode will feature some of WWE’s biggest names, including John Cena, Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, CM Punk, and Bianca Belair, alongside other fan-favorite Superstars.

Tickets for this groundbreaking event will go on sale this Friday, November 22, at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET via Ticketmaster.com. An official presale will start on Wednesday, November 20, at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET.

With the Intuit Dome as its backdrop, WWE’s partnership with Netflix signals a new era for the RAW franchise. It blends the spectacle of live wrestling with the accessibility of streaming entertainment. Fans won’t miss this monumental start to RAW’s streaming journey.

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Tyler, The Creator’s ‘CHROMAKOPIA’ Secures Third Week at No. 1

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Tyler, The Creator’s latest album, CHROMAKOPIA, continues its dominance on the Billboard 200 chart, earning a third consecutive and total week at No. 1 on the tally dated Nov. 23. This marks the longest reign at the top for any of Tyler’s albums, surpassing the two-week run of his previous chart-topping project, Call Me If You Get Lost, in 2021-22.

In the week ending November 14, CHROMAKOPIA amassed 104,000 equivalent album units in the U.S., according to Luminate, representing a 35% decline from its second week. Streaming Equivalent Album (SEA) units accounted for the majority, with 76,000 units derived from 106.87 million on-demand streams of the album’s tracks. This performance ensured its continued hold at No. 1 on the Top Streaming Albums chart.

Album sales contributed 28,000 units, down 37% from the previous week, keeping it steady at No. 2 on the Top Album Sales chart. Track Equivalent Album (TEA) units formed a negligible portion, also declining by 35%.

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Iconic Flows: Scarface’s Verse – “Mind Playing Tricks on Me”

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Ya’ll remember back in the early ’90s when Geto Boys dropped “Mind Playing Tricks on Me”? Scarface’s verse on that track was raw, honest, and haunting. It was one of those songs that tapped into something real. From the beat to Scarface’s chilling lines, everything just hit. The vibe was undeniable whether you heard it on the radio or from a friend’s stereo.

This verse? It’s pure Scarface—dark, paranoid, unforgettable. He brings you straight into his world, where shadows lurk, sleep is elusive, and trust is shaky. This track didn’t just climb the charts; it peaked at 23 on the US Billboard Hot 100, 10 on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs, and 5 on the US Rap chart, cementing it as a classic.

And this verse? It’s all about that iconic flow. Scarface’s voice, delivery, and raw honesty are why this verse is the one we’re highlighting. It’s subjective, but in terms of Iconic Flows, this one’s got it.

Check out Scarface’s unforgettable verse below:

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Uncle Luke: Jay-Z, Diddy And Kanye West Work With The System To Make Black People Villains

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Outspoken hip-hop legend Uncle Luke recently took to social media to share his thoughts on the ongoing villainization of the Black community. In a passionate rant, he argued that systemic forces are at play, painting successful Black figures as villains within the culture. He specifically named Jay-Z, Kanye West, and Diddy as examples of stars who, in his view, have both benefitted from and contributed to this dynamic.

“LeBron James is a villain,” Uncle Luke said. “Why? Because he has all-Black representation. […] You guys don’t know, that’s how America works. I, Luther Campbell, I am a villain. I’m a bad guy. That’s why when you look at my profile, ‘bad boy of hip-hop.’ I will never get into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Puff Daddy was not a villain, he was one of them. Kanye West was one of them. Jay-Z was one of them. Biggie Smalls, a villain. Tupac, a villain. We all are villains. And until you people realize that as Black people in America, you are the villain. It’s black and white. You are the opposite of white. We will always be in competition with them. Y’all don’t hear me.”

This isn’t the first time Uncle Luke has voiced strong opinions on such matters. Recently, he commented on Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal troubles, alleging that Diddy’s behavior was heavily influenced by substance abuse. As with his latest remarks, his perspective sparked significant debate among followers, with many taking to the comments section to both support and challenge his claims.

Beyond social critique, Uncle Luke also calls out industry figures when he feels overlooked. Earlier this year, he publicly urged female rappers to acknowledge and compensate him for pioneering the provocative, party-focused style that has become a hallmark of their success. As always, the Miami rap icon keeps his commentary raw, leaving fans wondering what bold statement he’ll make next.

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Diddy’s Legal Team Says Feds Raided Mogul’s Cell and Took Privileged Info

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Diddy’s legal team is calling foul play on behalf of the feds. According to Diddy’s lawyer, Marc Agnifilo, the feds raided his jail cell and snatched privileged materials, including letters to his lawyer for the upcoming trial.

Diddy’s team states that the materials taken included handwritten notes to his legal team about defense witnesses and strategies for the trial beginning in May.

According to TMZ, Diddy’s legal team sees a violation of the mogul’s Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendment rights. Additionally, the team states that the items were handed to the prosecution team.

Diddy’s attorney is now seeking a hearing to clarify what happened, citing the incident as “outrageous government conduct amounting to a substantive due process violation.”

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