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Safaree Samuels and Fans Speak Out Following Spice Being Snubbed at the Grammys

April 5, 2022 by newhiphopnews

While this past Grammy Award show wasn’t half as shocking as the most recent Oscars award show, some were still left with their mouths open following the reveal of award winners on the special night.

Lil Nas X was amongst the list of celebrities who didn’t win a Grammy award; however, he kept a positive attitude in hopes of winning at the next award show. The 22-year-old artist was nominated for 5 Grammy awards before uploading a video on Instagram, sharing that he didn’t take home a trophy.

“I ain’t win no Grammys, that sh*t hurt my feelings, that sh*t finna make me cry,” he sang on social media. “Zero out of five, that’s how many Grammys I won. That sh*t made me cry, that sh*t made me cry.”

lost all my grammies so far. let’s celebrate that! pic.twitter.com/Hq2n86Gy1e

— MONTERO (@LilNasX) April 3, 2022

The following day the “Industry Baby” singer posted a more uplifting tweet on Twitter. “Last night was my favorite performance yet,” he wrote. “A fun night in general. We lost all our grammies but that just mean it’s time to go even harder! Love y’all.”

Like Lil Nas X, reggae artist Spice also hopes to win a Grammy award next year. Many fans were upset that the well-known reggae artist lost the award to a white reggae group called SOJA. In support of Spice, Safaree Samuels, who is well known for paying homage to his roots, expressed his disappointment in the decision on social media.

“A white reggae group I never heard of beat spice in best reggae album?” he penned. “The Grammys never cease to amaze me. I wish artists would just really not go to that bullsh*t! They never know what they’re doing when it comes to giving out their trophies! Grammys GO SUCKKKK YUHHH MUMMAAA!!”

A white reggae group I never heard of beat spice in best reggae album ?? The Grammys never cease to amaze me. I wish artist would just really not go to that bullshit! They never know what they’re doing when it comes to giving out their trophies! Grammys GO SUCKKKK YUHHH MUMMAAA!!

— @IAMSAFAREE (@IAMSAFAREE) April 3, 2022

While many Spice fans were pretty upset on social media, Spice penned an encouraging message on her Instagram, sharing that she is still grateful to have come this far. “Besties don’t cry we’ve come along way,” she began.

“Remember I came from Homeless to this day so I’m really still very humbled and grateful, I see all your support and disappointments but you know we never give up, we back at it again tomorrow!! I love you all so much, watch little Gracie pan Grammy red Carpet.”

While Spice and Lil Nas X are remaining wishful for the next year, fans of the artist can’t help but express their opinion, believing that the decision is unfair. Check out the discussion below.

Twelve chickens, horse hair, goat blood and duppy dust just for y’all to give my Spice’s Grammy to a group of white men?? pic.twitter.com/rbCVnWD6vU

— 𝓜𝓪𝓲𝓪𝓱 𝓓𝓮𝓿𝓮𝓻𝓮𝓪𝓾𝔁 (@officialtownrat) April 3, 2022

SPICE Losing The Grammy To SOJA Has PROVEN That We JAMAICANS & Our ENTERTAINMENT SECTOR Has WORK TO DO.

The GRAMMY’S, Along With THESE CULTURAL VULTURES, Are Way Too PRESUMPTUOUS, OUR CULTURE Is Being DISRESPECTED & Blatantly ROBBED.

We Need MUSICAL JUSTICE, This Ain’t It.

— Get Fab Now Fashion (@getfabnowboss) April 4, 2022

I am Jamaican. Never heard of #soja until today. I won’t discredit their work esp having just listened to a few of their songs. Like it or not, it’s reggae. Regardless, I think #Spice should have won. I don’t understand the Grammy awarding policies. I will leave it at that.

— Leeshaun (@Leeshaun1) April 3, 2022

spice deserved that grammy yall robbed my sister and you will pay for it pic.twitter.com/AGxo1Sy1PM

— k (@KORTNEYMARAJ) April 4, 2022

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Rowdy Rebel Blasts Tekashi 6ix9ine: “I Seen the Toughest Fold, He Wasn’t Even Half as Tough”

April 5, 2022 by newhiphopnews

Rowdy Rebel was loud and clear to DJ Akademiks about his friend Tekashi 6ix9ine. Appearing on the Off The Record podcast, Rebel blasted the rainbow-haired rapper, claiming he knew that he would rat on his GS9 gang members and associates.

The conversation started after Ak would point out how the NYC rap fan was stalled for a while. Rebel flipped it on the controversial host and called him out for aligning with 6ix9ine. Rebel would then lay into 6ix9ine for telling on the stand.

“That pussy had a great run, son,” said Rowdy. “I seen the toughest niggas fold under pressure in that room. He wasn’t even half as tough.”

Ak wanted Rebel to provide more details which Rebel had no problem with, “He was never outside! He ain’t have no morals.”

He added, “Niggas was posting shit saying he was gonna tell. Stop playin’ with me. Niggas thought he was gonna fucking rat like some fucking pussies.”

You can tap into it all below.

If you are wondering why we haven’t heard much new music from Rowdy Rebel, it’s because he vowed to not drop any until Epic Records pays him.

“I’m not dropping no more music until @epicrecords pay me,” Rowdy wrote on Instagram in December. “I haven’t received one check for all the music I put out since 2014. I been patient but enough is enough.”

After being released from prison in December 2020, Rebel has yet to put out a full-length project. Instead, he’s released several singles, including linking up with Doe Boy and 42 Dugg on “Ain’t My Fault.”

Rowdy’s right-hand man, Bobby Shmurda, has had similar trouble with record labels as of late. But he is now free from the label.

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Wack 100 Says The Game Will Soon Release a Diss Aimed at Eminem

April 5, 2022 by newhiphopnews

Last month, The Game stated he was a better rapper than Eminem. Today, his manager Wack 100 states the Compton rapper has a diss toward Slim Shady tucked away.

Hopping on Clubhouse, Wack says fans will hear the shots toward Eminem in The Game’s next single.

“We startin’ a fire, the Black Slim Shady is coming,” Wack said. “That nigga better be ready, because this nigga done went crazy.”

Wack was asked to confirm if it was a target toward Em, which he did, stating that the legendary rapper would want to respond and citing that The Game had no boundaries in his diss because Eminem is comfortable dissing his mother and the mother of his children.

In March, The Game’s appearance on Drink Champs had all of Hip-Hop going crazy. Speaking with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN, the Compton legend had a lot to get off his chest. One of those statements was directed toward Eminem, who he wants to see in a V.E.R.Z.U.Z. battle.

The Game honored Eminem as one of the great MCs before he would take the chance to boost himself, “I used to think Eminem was better than me.” After N.O.R.E. as The Game to expound, he let off a confident statement: “He’s not.”

The Drink Champs host challenged the notion, leading to The Game confidently stating he could go head-to-head with Marshall Mathers. You can hear it from The Game below.

Meanwhile, someone else has decided to dead his beef with Eminem.

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Amine Unites with New Balance to Become Their New Brand Ambassador

April 5, 2022 by newhiphopnews

Aminé, a Grammy-nominated rapper and musician, has been named New Balance’s newest ambassador. Aminé’s energetic and distinctive approach to music and personal style is a perfect fit for New Balance. His great talent and energy have resonated with people all over the world, thanks to the success of his 6X RIAA certified Platinum lead single “Caroline.” His recorded success has translated to his acclaimed live performances, with every international tour he’s embarked on, including 2022’s The Best Tour Ever Tour, selling out.

Aminé’s collaboration with New Balance will involve appearances in important lifestyle marketing initiatives.

“I’m excited to be partnering with New Balance and can’t wait for everyone to see what we have in the works. For anyone that knows me and my style this partnership feels more than natural,” says Aminé. “I’m very happy to be partnering with people who get it.”

“New Balance is thrilled to announce Aminé as the newest brand ambassador,” says Chris Davis, Chief Marketing Officer for New Balance. “As a tremendously talented musician, rapper, singer, and songwriter, we are excited to see his artistry take on a new shape as brand ambassador. At New Balance, we deeply value individuality and take pride in inspiring the next generation of creatives.”

Previous partnerships with New Balance include Kawhi Leonard, Jack Harlow, and Coco Gauff.

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Doja Cat Announces as New Global Ambassador for JBL

April 5, 2022 by newhiphopnews

JBL has announced its newest worldwide ambassador, global sensation Doja Cat, in a creative relationship. Prior to the Grammy Awards, the Grammy winner for Best Pop Duo teased her JBL ambassadorship on social media leading into last night’s Grammy awards. Her one-of-a-kind custom hand-blown glass handbag, which included a blinged-out JBL Clip 4, shifted the focus from “what are you wearing” to “what are you listening to?”

Throughout the campaign, special performances and surprising events will give fans front-row seats to uncensored experiences that will leave them wanting more.

“I love that JBL encourages people to be their genuine selves and is letting me have fun with this partnership. Who says we need to leave the idea of carrying around boomboxes behind in the 80s? I’d wear clothes made of speakers if I could,” said Doja Cat. “I’ve always encouraged my fans to follow their passions, and I love that they can see me following mine through my work with JBL. I can’t wait for everyone to see all the cool shizz we’re doing, including something coming really soon for my biggest fans.”

Doja is the newest celebrity to join JBL’s all-star roster of ambassadors, which includes Bebe Rexha, DJ Martin Garrix, and NBA player Giannis Antetokounmpo. Throughout the relationship, there will be a number of JBL x Doja Cat activations, including Doja serving as the face of the brand’s 2022 “Dare To” campaign, which will promote JBL goods and encourage people to be their most true selves. Doja superfans will be granted a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and unprecedented access through unexpected moments building up to the superstar’s headlining performance at JBL Fest’s explosive return this September in Las Vegas.

“Doja Cat is as authentic as it gets. She’s an adept musician and incredible performer with a strong visual presence, which is hard to find,” said Ralph Santana, Chief Marketing Officer at HARMAN. “She has the unique gift of connecting with fans across a variety of demographics, particularly Gen Z, which makes her the perfect fit for JBL. We are beyond excited to join forces with her to bring together fans from a wide range of backgrounds and encourage everyone to exercise their individuality through personal expression in unexpected ways.”

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Today In Hip Hop History: M.O.P. Dropped Their Debut Album ‘To the Death’ 28 Years Ago

April 5, 2022 by newhiphopnews

April 5 is an interesting day in Hip-Hop music. Rarely is a rap record released on this day — we did the research, but feel free to prove us wrong! There was one influential LP that jumpstarted the careers of two Brownsville natives and completely shook the game up in 1994. Yes, we’re talking about the Mash Out Posse, who you may know better as M.O.P.. and today we show them love as their debut album To The Death turns 28.

Released on April 5, 1994, To The Death was yet another milestone in the domination that New York had on the rap game, with Lil’ Fame and Billy Danze both representing Brooklyn with the ruggedness and street appeal that shaped the attitude, look and overall sound of Hip-Hop at this time. The album itself was a precursor for rappers like Nas (Illmatic), Outkast (Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik), Da Brat (Funkdafied) and The Notorious B.I.G. (Ready to Die) amongst others that also debuted in 1994, with M.O.P. coming out swinging with three singles and a modest peak at #68 on the US Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.

The album was produced entirely by legendary East Coast rap producer and fellow Brownsville native DR Period, aside from the closing track “Guns N Roses” which was handled by Silver D and executive producer creds going to silent M.O.P. member Laze E Laze. The musical themes highlight the climate of life in hoods throughout America in the ’90s — gang violence, “fake ass gangstas,” staying fresh and just surviving the “rugged neva smoove” streets of New York City.

Of all the singles released off this shining debut, the highlight would of course be the anthem cut “How About Some Hardcore.” It was the most successful performance on the charts and amongst the hardest of Hip-Hop fans, peaking in the Top 40 on the US Hot Rap Songs chart at #36. For those that liked it raw, M.O.P. provided that effortlessly on this record with impressive lyricism, dope production and a tenacity to make it big that we’d see the duo accomplish even greater on the DJ Premier-produced follow up album and the 2001 smash hit “Ante Up (Remix).” And to think: all of this originated from a chance standout appearance on the soundtrack to House Party 3!

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Kanye West Pulls Out of Coachella One Week Ahead of Opening Weekend

April 4, 2022 by newhiphopnews

Kanye West was scheduled to perform at Coachella starting next weekend. That plan has been nixed. According to TMZ, Ye has canceled his appearance and headlining performance.

Kanye West was to join Billie Eilish, Harry Styles, and Swedish House Mafia as headliners.

TMZ notes Travis Scott was scheduled to join Ye on stage during the performance, which is also believed to be called off.

Travis Scott was scheduled to participate in the 2022 festival but was pulled after the Astroworld Tragedy that claimed the lives of 10 people and injured over 300 others.

In February, YE threatened not to perform at Coachella until Eilish delivered an apology to Travis Scott. At a recent show, Eilish stopped to check on a fan who reportedly couldn’t breathe. According to Complex, Eilish said, “I wait for people to be OK until I keep going.” If you didn’t pick up the reference, Eilish is calling out Scott for the Astroworld Festival tragedies where Travis Scott performed through the outcries of fans who were trampled during the show. Hearing the words, Kanye hit Instagram with a message for Eilish.

“Come on Billie we love you,” Ye wrote. “Please apologize to Trav and to the families of people who lost their lives no one intended this to happen.”

Ye added, “Trav didn’t have any idea of what was happening when he was on stage and was very hurt by what happened and yes Trav will be with me at Coachella.”

Before ending the post, Ye asked for an apology. “Now I need Billie to apologize before I perform.”

Eilish chimed in at the comments: “Literally never said a thing about Travis. Was just helping a fan.” She has not issued an apology to date, but there is no direct association between the incident and Kanye’s recent decision.

Just last month, thousands signed a petition to remove Kanye West from the Coachella lineup. The Change-dot-org document was posted in response to Ye’s relentless targeting of his estranged ex-wife Kim Kardashian and boyfriend Pete Davidson. West was suspended from Instagram for 24 hours last week for posting racial slurs under a photo of “Daily Show” host Trevor Noah. He was also removed from the Grammys lineup due to his “concerning online behavior.”

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