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Tupac Shakur ‘Wake Me When I’m Free’ Exhibit Extends L.A. Dates, Announces Free Admission To Public School Groups

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Due to popular demand, the groundbreaking Tupac Shakur Wake Me When I’m Free exhibit has extended its dates in Los Angeles through Summer of 2022. Originally launched in January and scheduled to finish its Los Angeles run on May 1, the Shakur Estate-sanctioned exhibit has seen a slate of positive reviews and endorsements from celebrities, press and fans alike. 

The exhibit has also announced a new initiative to open its doors to students, offering free tickets to any public school groups (grade school, middle school, high school) and their chaperones for the remainder of the exhibit’s time in Los Angeles. Visits must be scheduled in advance with the exhibit, more info here. To kick off the initiative, Los Angeles Unified Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho visited the museum experience with more than 70 students from across the district. Superintendent Carvalho, the exhibit’s Creative Director Jeremy Hodges, and Rob Light (Head of Worldwide Music, Partner & Managing Director of entertainment and sports agency CAA) participated in a discussion with students following the tour.

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“Inspired, powerful, meaningful: These are just a few of the words our students used to describe the exhibit Tupac Shakur. Wake Me When I’m Free after our visit,” Superintendent Carvalho said. “These students joined our test pilot for the Los Angeles Unified Cultural Arts Passport, a new program to provide all students with access to arts and cultural enrichment. I’m thrilled that the exhibit will extend its offer of free tickets to all public school student groups to visit and learn about Tupac Shakur’s life and legacy.”

Part museum, part art installation, part sensory experience, WMWIF showcases Shakur’s music, poetry and never before seen artifacts in a 20,000 square foot curated space akin to a contemporary art museum. Guests transition through a myriad of surround sound spaces, rich with rarities embedded in technology. WMWIF delves into the greater meaning of his activism, music, and revolutionary art. The attendees are educated and enlightened through a labyrinth of emotions as they take this journey through his extraordinary life.

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Future Reveals Title and Cover Art For New Album ‘I Never Liked You’

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It’s official, new Future is near. A few weeks ago, the Atlanta native announced that it was time for a new album, and it’s coming this Friday. On April 29, Pluto is set to release I Never Liked You. Future took it to social media to reveal his ninth studio album’s name and cover art.

On the cover art, Future stuck with the GQ look as he is in the back of an exotic car, looking very unbothered. HNDRXX is laced in a maroon-fitted suit, with the matching sleeping mask to cover his eyes.

When Future announced his album date, he didn’t give a name, but he did name drop a few features. Kanye West, Babyface Ray, and FKA twigs are all set to be on the project.

I Never Liked You is the first album from the Freeband Gang President since his 2020 release of High Off Life. Although fans didn’t get a project from Future in nearly two years, he’s been working. He recently produced Kanye West’s DONDA 2. He Dropped a verse on Gunna’s “pushin’ p” and just recently did a collaboration with producer Southside and Travis Scott, “Hold That Heat.”

If I Never Liked You tops the charts, this will be Future’s seven consecutive No.1 album. Will it go? We’ll have to wait and see. I Never Liked You drops Friday, gear up!

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Quavo x Legends To Host Next Annual Huncho Day Celebrity Football Game

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Uplifting the community once again, GRAMMY® Award-nominated multiplatinum hip-hop superstar Quavo and apparel brand, Legends proudly present the 2022 annual Huncho Day celebrity charity football game on Saturday April 30, 2022 at FCF Campus at Pullman Yards. Becoming a legendary event in its own right, the yearly game has consistently attracted some of the most recognizable names in sports, music, and entertainment as it benefits various causes. This year, proceeds from sponsorships, corporate contributions, and ticket sales will be donated to the Tender Foundation and The Quavo Cares Foundation, a 501(c)3.

Tickets and VIP packages are available HERE.

Regarding the big game, Quavo commented, “This is my favorite day of the year! There’s nothing better than getting together with friends and family and playing a little ball for the community. Hope y’all come through. See you on the field!”

Renowned for its star power, this year’s Huncho Day only ups the ante. Tyreek Hill, Quavo, Mecole Hardman, Richie LeCounte, Offset, DK Metcalf, Alvin Kamara, Cam Newton, 2 Chainz, and many more will suit up for the big Celebrity Charity Game. The day also includes a High School Youth Game (Huncho Team vs. Cam Newton’s Team) and two FCF Evening Games—Evening Game 1 (Shoulda Been Stars vs. Glacier Boyz) and Evening Game 2 (Knights of Degen vs. 8oki). The games will stream live with play-by-play commentary courtesy of Greg Mescall and Ryan Shazier.

In previous years, Huncho Day has played host to everyone from Justin Bieber, Jack Harlow, MGK, and Gucci Mane to Floyd Mayweather, Jr., Terrell Owens, Odell Beckham, Willie McGinest, and more.

Huncho Day remains close to Quavo’s heart. He played quarterback in high school and has found a way to give back to youth in Atlanta with this unforgettable day of sports, education, music, and the arts.

Stay tuned for more from Quavo soon! Don’t miss Huncho Day.

2022 CONFIRMED PLAYERS

Tyreek Hill – Dolphins

Quavo – Musician

Mecole Hardman – Chiefs

Richie LeCounte – Browns

Offset – Musician

DK Metcalf – Seahawks

Alvin Kamara – Saints

Cam Newton – Free Agent

Brad Chubb – Broncos

Marlon Humphrey – Ravens

D’andre Hopkins – Cardinals

Zion Clark – Athlete/Motivational Speaker

2 Chainz – Musician

DeAndre Swift – Lions

Deebo Samuel – 49ers

Derwin James – Chargers

Von Miller – Bills

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Aaron Carter Set To Fight Benzino In Celebrity Boxing Match

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It seems that former Source magazine owner Benzino can’t get 50 Cent to climb in the ring to settle their differences, so former pop star Aaron Carter looks to be Benzino’s next target.

Celebrity Boxing’s Damon Feldman reported that Carter is slated to fight the Love And Hip Hop star, with the contracts already signed. According to Feldman, the main event boxing match is set for June 11 in Pembroke Pines, Florida.

The public back and forth isn’t enough to get Fif to lace up the gloves; despite the claims of federal snitching, Fifty has been silent since the mathc has been announced.

This is Carter’s second match, which he hopes to redeem himself from his first loss against Lamar Odom.

No word on the fight’s purse, but it must be a lot for Carter to want to come back for seconds.

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Today in Hip-Hop History: Outkast Dropped Their Debut Album ‘Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik’ 28 Years Ago

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On this day in Hip Hop history, OutKast, the duo that helped pioneer putting southern Hip Hop on the map, released their debut classic LP, Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik.

This Dungeon Family masterpiece recorded by Andre 3000 and Big Boi paved the way for Atlanta and the rest of the Dirty South to have their unique voice in Hip Hop. Before this album, there weren’t many hit records coming from anywhere south of the Mason-Dixon line. Peaking at #20 on the Billboard 200 and being certified platinum less than a year after its release, this album’s achievements speak for themselves.

Produced completely by OutKast and Organized Noize, this project was like none before it. Its sound is perfectly described as southern rap. From the dialect to the instruments used to the references, everything about this album screams Atlanta. The smooth blues and marching band influenced beats blend with Big Boi and Andre 3000’s flows, creating something new that rippled the tide of an industry saturated with G-Funk or New York Hip Hop.

Both commercially and critically this album was immensely successful. It peaked at #20 in the Billboard 200 and #3 on the Top R&B/Hip Hop charts. This album was also the reason OutKast received the Best Newcomer Award at the 1995 Source Awards, which as we all know was met with controversy to say the least. Regardless of the haters, this album came at the beginning of the career of two rappers who changed the game forever.

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Today In Hip Hop History: 50 Cent’s ‘Guess Who’s Back?’ Mixtape Turns 20 Years Old!

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Today in 2002, 50 Cent released Guess Who’s Back?, his first official mixtape following the Power of the Dollar LP on the Full Clip Records indie imprint.

It was this offering that would catapult Curtis Jackson into the public eye. Eventually, the project would gain the attention of Eminem via his attorney/manager Paul Rosenberg and Shady would ultimately sign 50 Cent to Shady Records/Interscope and a new Hip Hop icon would be born.

Guess Who’s Back features production from Trackmasters, Clark Kent, Sha Money Xl, and featured street anthems like, “Your Life’s On The Line”. It also had the controversial song, “Ghetto Qu’ran” which allegedly led to his almost deadly shooting in 2000.

The album charted on Billboard setting up the G-Unit era and a lengthy career that continues today. 50 Cent would go on to release his mega Interscope debut, “Get Rich Or Die Tryin’” and become a top charting and live show sellout artist.

Salute to Fif for this timeless and necessary piece of Hip Hop history!

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Lizzo Announces ‘The Special Tour’ for This Fall with Special Guest Latto

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Lizzo just released her epic new single “About Damn Time,” and now she’s announcing The Special Tour, a run of extensive North American arena performances with special guest, Atlanta rapper Latto. The tour, which is produced by Live Nation, begins on September 23rd in Sunrise, FL, and continues through November, with stops in New York City on October 2nd and Los Angeles on November 18th. Fans who presave the album will receive early access to purchase tickets.

Beginning Tuesday, April 26 at 10 a.m. local time and ending Thursday, April 28 at 10 p.m. local time, American Express® Card Members will have first access to purchase tickets before the general public. Lizzo has been an American Express partner for a long time, celebrating Pride with the brand in June 2019 and finishing out the 2021 season of American Express UNSTAGED in Miami last December with an amazing performance for Card Members. American Express is continuously working to improve your music experience #withAmex, from early ticket access to special artist merch to innovations like wearable payment technology at music festivals.

Lizzo and T-Mobile have teamed up as the official wireless partner for The Special Tour, giving T-Mobile consumers access to stage-front pit and fantastic lower bowl seats at every U.S. tour stop, even at sold-out events! Un-carrier users may purchase Reserved Tickets at first-day prices starting 30 days before each event — just another way T-Mobile rewards its consumers for becoming customers. Visit https://www.t-mobile.com/music for more information.

Lizzo’s new album, Special, is set for July 15. You can see dates for the tour below.

September 23 – Sunrise, FL – FLA Live Arena

September 24 – Tampa, FL – Amalie Arena

September 27 – Washington, DC – Capital One Arena

September 29 – Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center

September 30 – Boston, MA – TD Garden

October 2 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden

October 6 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena

October 7 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena

October 11 – St. Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center

October 14 – Kansas City, MO – T-Mobile Center

October 16 – Chicago, IL – United Center

October 18 – Indianapolis, IN – Gainbridge Fieldhouse

October 20 – Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center

October 22 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena

October 23 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena

October 25 – Austin, TX – Moody Center

October 26 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center

October 28 – Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center

October 31 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena

November 2 – Salt Lake City, UT – Vivint Arena

November 4 – Portland, OR – Moda Center

November 7 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena

November 9 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena

November 12 – San Francisco, CA – Chase Center

November 18 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum

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Bobby Shmurda Announces Six Month Sex Hiatus: “Had the Worst Day Ever”

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Bobby Shmurda is living! So much so that he has decided to pause his sex life. On Sunday, Bobby hit Twitter and revealed his penis has an injury, and it may be the result f a woman with a tongue ring.

“Had the worst day ever,” Bobby wrote. “not having sex for 6 months.”

In a second tweet, Bobby gave an update on his sexual requirements. “New rule I am no longer talking to girls with [tongue] [rings].”

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Pusha T on YE/Cudi Beef: “I’m Going To Let Them Have Their Space”

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Kid Cudi and Kanye West joined Pusha T on “Rock N Roll” from the It’s Almost Dry album. When the tracklist hit the web, Cudi revealed that he is not cool with Kanye but opted to keep the song on the album in support of King Push.

“So I know some of you heard about the song I got w Pusha,” Cudi wrote on Twitter. “I did this song a year ago when I was still cool w Kanye. I am not cool w that man. He’s not my friend and I only cleared the song for Pusha cuz thats my guy. This is the last song u will hear me on w Kanye.”

The feud started after Ye shared a photo of a handwritten note on Instagram. The block letters in all-caps read: “Just so everyone knows Cudi will not be on Donda because he’s friends with you know who. We all speak in Billie language now.” Cudi is a friend of Pete Davidson, Ye’s ex-wife Kim Kardashian’s new bae.

Appearing on Shade 45, King Push stated he would let the two have it their way.  “I think right now, I’m going to just let them have their space. You couldn’t even imagine the amount of talking I had to do just in regard to getting the record for the album cleared.”

Pusha added, “Cudi is definitely very strong-willed. He’s standing on what he’s standing on…He’s always been the one to stand next to me. Regardless of what’s going on, whatever…It’s always been like that.”

You can hear it from Pusha T below.

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Tory Lanez Allegedly Offered Megan Thee Stallion $1 Million to Keep Quiet About Shooting

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Megan Thee Stallion‘s visit to Gayle King made headlines on Monday after it aired. One of the biggest pieces revealed during the conversation was Tory Lanez attempting to bribe the rapper with $1 million to not speak on the shooting.

After Lanez allegedly shot at Megan, he is said to have offered the money. “I’ll give y’all a million dollars if y’all don’t say nothing,” Megan quoted Tory.

In the conversation, Thee Stallion revealed there are still pieces of bullet fragments in her feet and stated that Lanez yelled “Dance B*tch” at her before firing. You can hear it from Megan Thee Stallion below.

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