Mack Wilds Releases “Simple Things” Video, First Release in Four Years

Mack Wilds Releases "Simple Things" Video, First Release in Four Years

Mack Wilds alongside The Ninety-Five Percent/Platoon with the visual for “Simple Things,” his first new music video in four years.

A couple’s night out sees Mack and his partner reviewing every event of their relationship in the hopes of helping each other remember the simple things that made them fall in love in the first place as what appears to be a romantic supper turns sour.

The video is part-inspired by the “Striking Vapors” episode of Black Mirror.
“Working on anything with people you love creates magic,” Mack said. “Having my brother Greg Cally direct this was everything. I pray you guys enjoy this as much as we enjoyed making it.”

You can see the new video below.

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Jack Harlow Says He is Following the Blueprints of Drake, JAY-Z, and Kanye West

Jack Harlow Says He is Following the Blueprints of Drake, JAY-Z, and Kanye West

Jack Harlow has released his second album Come Home The Kids Miss You. During a visit to Zane Lowe on Apple Music 1 in promotion of the effort, Harlow revealed he is just studying and following the blueprints laid before him by JAY-Z, Drake, and Kanye West.

“We’ve had our talks. But more than anything, I just take notes from him [Drake] on his actions,” Harlow said. “He’s leaving a blueprint behind, you know what I’m saying? The same way Jay left a blueprint. Same way Ye left a blueprint. He’s creating a blueprint that you don’t have to… It’s not rocket science to follow. You can just see, okay, these are some great decisions. You just see it. And so I just pull from the playbook of all the legends where it resonates with me.

“Ye is a huge one for me, just resonates with me massively. I see what he did. But I think it all just comes from just being the route of just not being a street artist. Because it’s just something so traditionally street about this genre. And if you’re not street… I’m not the first artist to come through that isn’t that. And so inevitably I’m going to take notes. Any comparisons I see, it’s inevitable where there’s a cloth, you know what I’m saying? This is just what comes with it.”

Jack Harlow’s new album brings in Drake for a feature, along with Pharrell, Justin Timberlake, and Lil Wayne. You can tap into the new release below and look for the full interview video dropping this Saturday, May 7th at 8a PST on Jack Harlow’s YouTube channel and Apple Music. 

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CyHi Announces Sophomore Album ‘The Story of EGOT’

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One of the best spitters in Rap is getting ready to return. CyHi has announced his new album The Story of EGOT, which will release on his new label in partnership with EMPIRE, EGOT Records.

CyHi hit Instagram with the announcement: “I want to thank all my fans & supporters for their patience. I’ve endured a lot throughout my life and career, and due to the ongoing encouragement I’ve received from everyone, I’ve decided to release my sophomore album ‘The Story Of EGOT’ this summer. I want to say thank you to @Empire for their partnership and belief in my vision. So just sit back, grab your popcorn and enjoy!!”

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Duke Deuce Releases New Single and Video “Crunkstarz”

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Duke Deuce has released a new single and music video called “Crunkstarz.”

Duke’s musical flow swings from engaging lines to a walloping chorus, all while riding a seesawing pace. The video begins with a biblical-style prose that displays his definition of a “crunkstar:” “A person that is unafraid to live life as themself.

In addition to the new video, Duke Deuce gave a look into his world with the first episode of Rise of a Crunkstar BTS series, which he details how crunk originated in Memphis and not Atlanta.

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Relationship Advisor And YouTube Star Kevin Samuels Dead At 56

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Though it has yet to be confirmed by his family, it has been widely reported that self-proclaimed relationship guru and image consultant Kevin Samuels has died. He was 56 years old.

Several reports revealed that Melanie King, a friend of Samuels, said she received “family confirmation” that the creator of Modern Women was dead. King, who has been described as his female counterpart, says “This is 100%.”

Albeit no one from Samuel’s family or reps from his team has confirmed or posted any statement, the unconfirmed reports have stated that Samuels passed away from a heart attack. The Instagram account for Plug Talk claimed Samuels died from “cardiac arrest,” but the post offered no verification. Other Instagram accounts have touted that same narrative, but have no confirmation.

Samuels took social media by storm, unapologetically handing out lifestyle and relationship advice through his Youtube channel. Known for what is viewed as misogynistic and insulting commentary about Black women, many people strongly disagreed with his opinion, while others, including some women, followed Samuels and his unconventional advice faithfully. His channel, which has 1.42million subscribers, feature videos such as ‘”modern women are average at best” and “women should let men use them.”

Samuels’ controversy is unparalleled. In a recent episode of his podcast just last month, Samuels said, “If you have made it to 35 and you are unmarried, you are a leftover woman, You are what is left. Men know that there is likely something wrong with you. Whether you want to hear it or not, I’m going to go there with you. I’m telling you the truth that you don’t want to hear. Men know that there is likely something wrong with you—that you can not be an adjustable six or higher—something is wrong with you. That’s where men automatically come with it. And here’s the thing—when you were between the ages of 22 and 25 and you didn’t want to settle—you were trying to get the CEO, the pilot, the investment banker, you were trying to get flewed out…”

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[AUDIO] Dave Chappelle at Hollywood Bowl After Party: “I Felt Good My Friends Broke His Arm”

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After Dave Chappelle got attacked on stage at the Hollywood Bowl, the comedian hit an after-party. Speaking about the events of the night, Chappelle said “I felt good my friends broke his arm.”

In true comedic fashion, Chappelle carried on: “How bad does a nigga have to be that Joe Stewart would stomp him!

Following being attacked on stage at the Netflix is a Joke Festival at Hollywood Bowl, Dave Chappelle has released his first statement to CNN.

“As unfortunate and unsettling as the incident was, Chappelle went on with the show,” said Carla Sims, Chappelle’s representative, said in a statement. “Jamie Foxx and Chris Rock helped calm the crowd with humor before Chappelle introduced the last and featured musical guests for the evening.”

Dave Chappelle’s attacker has been formally named and charged. 23-year-old Isaiah Lee has been identified as the attacker and has been charged with felony assault with a deadly weapon.

The Los Angeles Police Department stated the man was carrying a “replica handgun” with a knife blade inside when he tackled Chappelle. After he tackled Chappelle, the man attempted to flee the area but was quickly surrounded and “stomped out,” as Chappelle alluded to onstage. Images and video from the scene show the damage to Lee’s body, most notably a severely disfigured arm.

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OJ Da Juiceman Arrested for a Gun and Drugs in Kentucky

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OJ Da Juiceman born Otis Williams Jr., was arrested for drugs and guns in Kentucky. According to local NBC affiliate LEX18, OJ da Juiceman was arrested and is being held at the Hardin County Detention Center in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.

OJ is charged with possession of a handgun by a convicted felon, possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia. OJ is set for a May 13 court date.

The 40-year-old Atlanta rapper is most known for his hit “Make The Trap Say Ayy” and for working with Gucci Mane.

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Federal Agents Arrest 42 Dugg For Not Surrendering to Federal Prison Camp

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Rising rap star 42 Dugg has been arrested by federal agents for skipping out on a prison sentence. According to the Detroit News, 42 Dugg was supposed to surrender to authorities for a six-month sentence but never showed.

Last month, 42 Dugg was supposed to report to a West Virginia federal prison camp for illegally possessing a firearm. 42 Dugg reportedly fired the gun in an Atlanta gun range. Now, the “We Paid” rapper is facing an absconding charge. All of the charges can now balloon his sentence from six months to five years. Dugg’s private jet landed the rapper in Detroit from Memphis, he was arrested after the plane’s arrival.

Dugg’s lawyer, Steve Schrag, confirms Dugg was arrested as soon as he stepped off the plane, stating, “He got off the plane and they were waiting there to greet him.”

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Quavo Drops “Birkin Bagz” Cannabis Strain And Streetwear

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With the demand for the coveted Birkin bag among women being almost a prerequisite for relationships, Quavo of the Migos, who may know a thing or two about relationships himself, decided that it was time for the guys to smoke the Birkin instead of giving it away to women.

The Huncho has created his own unique marijuana strain called Birkin because the guys have spent too much money tickling the women’s handbag fancy. “We got tired of buying the girls Birkins, so we started smoking it, that’s all.” says Quavo.

Just as Hermès’ Birkin bags can range from $40K to as high as almost $300K, Quavo’s weed is going to be a high-end strain of bud, meaning a super high cost exactly like the Hip Hop name-dropped handbag. When asked if Birkin Bagz would be affordable for regular smokers and he vehemently replied, “No, sir. No broke smoke. This will be the highest weed you ever smoked.”

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To add even more flavor to the release of the “most expensivest” weed strain, Quavo teamed up with established streetwear brand Awful Lot of Cough Syrup and dropped a “Birkin Bagz” clothing collab to accompany the new 420.

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Ladies’ Night R&B Super Jam: Boyz II Men, Keyshia Cole, Brian McKnight & More Kick Off Mother’s Day Weekend

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Ladies’ Night R&B Super Jam is ready to kick off your Mother Day’s weekend with a return to the Barclay’s Center in Brooklyn. R&B stars such as Boyz II Men, Keyshia Cole and Brian Mcknight set to grace to stage with timeless music to sooth the ears of all R&B lovers. The “Heaven Sent” singer recently collaborated with All-Pro, NFL receiver Antonio “AB” Brown for his latest single “Don’t Leave.”

The full lineup includes more R&B heavyweights such as El Debarge, Musiq Soulchild, Dru Hill and Tank, while Big Daddy Kane and Funk Flex will add Hip-Hop to the R&B-filled set.

Last September, Dru Hill united to challenge any R&B group from their era to a VERZUZ. During a recent performance, the “Beauty” crooners paid homage to Jodeci by singing their classic track, “Stay.”

While mothers and motherly figures are praised daily for their heroic and guided nurture, Ladies’ Night R&B Super Jam can be a potential a cherry on top to begin your Mother’s Day festivities.

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