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Vince Staples has clarified an important detail about his classic album, Summertime ’06, noting that he did not intend its A and B sides to be a double album, but instead two separate albums.
“I always see people say how can Summertime ’06 be a double album when its so short but its not a side A side B thing. Its just two different albums & I put both of them out,” he explained. “Thats why they got the same intro. I woulda said something but I wasnt talking to you niggas bacc then.”
Summertime ’06 was released on June 30, 2015, and was met with widespread critical acclaim.
Staples recently announced his next album, Vince Staples, will be released on July 9th. He dropped the project’s first single, “Law of Averages” in June.
“I’m a mind more than I am an entertainer to a lot of people,” he said, regarding the album’s concept. “I appreciate that my fanbase is willing to go on this ride with me. I’m ready to diversify what we’re doing and see how we affect the world.”
Check out how Summertime ’06‘s tracklist is broken down below.
Disc 1
1. Ramona Park Legend Pt1
2. Lift Me Up
3. Norf Norf
4. Birds & Bees
5. Loca
6. Lemme Know
7. Dopeman
8. Jump off the Roof
9. Señorita
10. Summertime
Disc 2
1. Ramona Park Legend Pt 2
2. 3230
3. Surf
4. Might Be Wrong
5. Get Paid
6. Street Punks
7. Hang N Bang
8. Coldest Nigga Breathing
9. Like It Is
10. ’06
Bill Cosby’s release from prison has been one of the most sensational and controversial stories throughout this entire week. Numerous fans and celebrities, ranging from Phylicia Rashad to Boosie Badazz, have expressed excitement and joy for the disgraced comedian’s conviction being overturned, yet just as many people find it unacceptable that Cosby is once again a free man, including J.I.D. and Kid Cudi.
Then you have that subset of people who are solely concerned with getting their jokes off, and as a result, an entire corner of social media has been dedicated to Bill Cosby-related jokes. Earlier on Thursday, 50 Cent notably took part in making light of the Cosby situation, and now, several fans on Twitter have shifted their focus to R. Kelly.
Apparently, plenty of R. Kelly’s fans are convinced that Bill Cosby’s lawyers have achieved an impossible feat, and as a result, they think that R. Kelly should seek their services immediately. Other Twitter users noticed that R. Kelly was trending and used the moment to criticize the community’s mindboggling willingness to forgive disgraced public figures like R. Kelly and Bill Cosby so easily. From harmless jokes to full-on calls for R. Kelly’s freedom, check out some of the most entertaining Twitter reactions below.
After being falsely linked to Kanye West earlier this year, makeup mogul Jeffree Star is revealing some secrets about his sex life during a new episode of the BFFs Podcast. Hinting previously that he always gets DMs from rappers and athletes, Star claimed that he’s bedded a few of hip-hop’s biggest stars, as well as some professional ballers, on the podcast.
Making a controversial statement about his sex life with rappers and NBA players, the beauty blogger said, “A lot of NBA players and rappers [reach out] but I have a code where I’m never gonna out them. And a lot of them have threatened to murder me if I ever say their names. The sex is great, the names are invisible.”
For what it’s worth, Jeffree confirmed that he never hooked up with Kanye West, despite all of the rumors from a few months ago. However, he says he’s been with a few other rappers, which forces a few questions. Who are these so-called hookups that he’s been having? Given the fact that not many high-profile male rappers have come out as members of the LGBTQIA+ community, it seems as though some of our favorite artists have been hiding their true selves from the world.
He’s taking his secrets to the grave, but who do you think Jeffree Star is speaking about?
Jackboy has been trending this week as his Sniper Gang boss Kodak Black continues to throw shots on social media. Claiming to have made a million dollars off of Jackboy before throwing $100,000 into the ocean and airing out their business-related drama, Kodak seemingly fell out with Jackboy, but the Florida rapper refuses to retaliate.
“I ain’t got shit bad to say about people,” said Jackboy during a recent live stream. “You ain’t gon’ get that from me… You ain’t gon’ have no video of me on YouTube. Nah, that’s my brother at the end of the day.”
As the world continues to comment on the feud between Kodak and his artist, Jackboy has released a brand new single and video called “Ten Toes Down,” speaking about his loyalty and how he’s not afraid of anybody. Listen to the new record below.
Quotable Lyrics:
I don’t fear nobody, that’s on my soul
I smoke exotic, yeah, the opps get rolled
Got a dirty pole, posted up on his block
Soon as he come out, that boy get shot
I done came up out of jail and went straight to the top
I ain’t do no playing, I got straight to the guap
Fans got into a brawl during Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals, during which the Phoenix Suns clinched an NBA Finals appearance with a 130-103 blowout win over the Los Angeles Clippers. A viral video from the stands shows a group of spectators getting into a violent scrap.
Security could be seen escorting several fans out of the arena afterward.
Clippers writer Farbod Esnaashari says that the fan who sent him the video claims a Suns or Lakers fan started the fight.
“The guy who sent me this video said it was a Suns/Lakers fan but honestly pretty hard to tell when it’s a random dude in a black shirt,” he explained.
The fan brawl wasn’t the only physical altercation during Game 6. Clippers guard Patrick Beverley shoved Chris Paul, resulting in an ejection
Suns’ Jae Crowder was asked about Beverley after the game and said that was the moment they knew that they “broke” the Clippers.
“We know they were broke. We know we broke them,” Crowder told reporters Wednesday. “There’s no better sign of defeat than during that moment. … Once we knew we got the game won, we knew at some point they would break. I think that’s basically what you saw. You saw a breaking point with one of their leaders in that locker room. And that’s a great feeling to have, especially in the playoffs, such a great feeling.”
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Chief Keef has been around for the last decade, so it’s astounding to consider that the influential Chicago rapper is only 25-years-old. Innovating the drill subgenre in Chicago, the “Don’t Like” rapper has quieted down in recent years. He still releases several projects per year, but they mostly don’t manage to create much buzz. This week, Sosa went viral though for showing off his Jeep Trackhawk, which has seemingly been customized with an engine that roars like a literal beast.
When you hear Chief Keef coming down the street, you’ll likely be sure to do a double-take because the rapper is rolling around in a pretty unique whip. Showing off his Jeep Trackhawk on his Instagram Stories, Keef patted his car while the engine revved and made beastly noises. People are saying that his car sounds like a monster or an angry dog. Listen to the video below and let us know what you think it sounds like.
Recently, pop star Billie Eilish explained that Chief Keef is one of her favorite artists, revealing that he’s a go-to choice whenever she goes to a karaoke spot. “I don’t even know if they have Chief Keef at karaoke bars, but I would request some Chief Keef,” she said. Read more about that here.
Kid Cudi called out fans celebrating Bill Cosby’s release from prison, Wednesday, labeling them “fuckin idiots.” The 83-year-old former comedian was set free after a ruling from the Pennsylvania Supreme Court overturned his indecent assault conviction on a technicality.
“People that are celebrating Bill Cosby being released are fuckin idiots,” Cudi tweeted out.
Cudi wasn’t alone in his condemnation. Dreamville rapper J.I.D also shut down Cosby supporters by responding to the comedian, Li Duval, on Twitter.
“Bill Cosby about to be free!” Duval tweeted Wednesday. “City boy win summer 2021!”
“I ain’t surprised u this lame,” replied J.I.D.
As for the prosecution, District Attorney Kevin Steele released a statement Wednesday condemning the decision: ″[Cosby] was found guilty by a jury and now goes free on a procedural issue that is irrelevant to the facts of the crime. My hope is that this decision will not dampen the reporting of sexual assaults by victims. Prosecutors in my office will continue to follow the evidence wherever and to whomever it leads. We still believe that no one is above the law — including those who are rich, famous and powerful.”
Cosby is meeting with his lawyers on Thursday to discuss suing Montgomery County.
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Bow Wow is a very memeable man. From the #BowWowChallenge a few years ago to his constant antics on social media, the 34-year-old entertainer is always up to something that will shake up the net. During his Verzuz battle against Soulja Boy last week, the rapper performed one of his biggest hits, “Let Me Hold You” with Omarion, and his dance moves were seemingly infectious, becoming an instant meme online.
As the keys started sounding, Bow was seemingly aware that he was about to go viral, pretending to play the imaginary piano in front of the lively crowd. “Right before i did this i said on the mic ‘this gone go viral,'” admitted Bow Wow. “I knew i could not do this song with the whole internet watching and i not do the piano fingers.”
People have been using the still image of Bow Wow playing his keys in the air to narrate different scenarios. Some people are joking that they pull the “Bow Wow piano fingers” when they’re getting a refund on Uber Eats when the restaurant forgets their sauces, and others are using it to show how excited women get to show off their rings after getting engaged.
Scroll through some of the best memes below and peep Bow’s comment underneath.
Electronic artist Dawn Richard is one of those creators who seems to never rest. A former member of Danity Kane, the last decade saw Dawn drop four celebrated albums, appear in several films, guest on other artists’ albums, become a curator at Adult Swim, and open up her own successful vegan food truck in New Orleans, Papa Ted’s. When we entered a new decade, no one would’ve blamed the woman for resting on her laurels.
But we all knew that wasn’t happening, right? This year brought Richard’s latest — and greatest — album to date, Second Line, which rightfully debuted at #1 on the iTunes Electronic charts when it released a few months back. The nocturnal, pulsing rhythms throughout the whole run of Second Line harken back to the early days of techno, house, and the electronic genres that Black producers pioneered in the late ’70s and early ’80s, genres that would go on to define the sound and feel of modern music. In that sense, Second Line is both nostalgic and contemporary, with hints of futurism via the album’s imagery and production that point to where music might be in another five to ten years.
As the pandemic continues to wane, we hit up Dawn for a travel guide. We told her she could pick anyplace to focus on that she wanted and she hit us back with a guide to her five favorite Black-owned art spaces in Los Angeles. Before you jump into the guide, be sure to give Second Line a spin and watch the animated video for “Voodoo (Intermission)” below.
The inspiration I get walking into this place moves me. When I want to sketch, I always go there to get inspired. There is so much history in this place; it’s one of the popular Black Museums in Los Angeles. This was the first museum I visited when I moved to LA… I was just blown away.
Another fun visual is the interior design of the museum; I love the way the museum is designed and mapped. The flow feels good. I know most people wouldn’t look at that but I do, lol!
As soon as you walk into this Gallery you can feel its pulse. It’s small, boutique even. And that’s part of its charm. I’m someone who prefers light crowds and I feel like I can admire the art in such a better way at a gallery like this. Los Angeles can be massive, so finding a small gem that feels like it’s all for you is perfection.
I recommend all creatives check this slice of heaven out.
I love the outreach that this museum does for artists in the community. Coming from New Orleans, community outreach was crucial for artists like me who had limited resources. I think the appeal of this museum for me is at any given time you can find local artists being supported or highlighted.
Not many museums showcase local talent like this space.
A lot of incredible artists can be found here! I try to go on Wednesdays because I find new intriguing artists every time. I like that it was founded by a collective of creatives, which makes it a haven for people like me. You get a sense of local support and community. When I was recording my album Goldenheart, I would come to the Mart for artistic stimulation.
I love this space because they celebrate and showcase Haitian, Cuban, and contemporary ethnic art. Fabius, who was born in Port-au-Prince, came to the US when she was eight years old and runs the space along with her partner, Giacomini, a French American sculptor and artist. Being of Haitian decent it was something that felt close to home. Six years ago, I discovered my Haitian culture and have been learning and delving into my heritage ever since.
This modern space shows the best of Haitian art and its artists. I learn new visual stories every time I visit, and feel closer to Haiti artistically when I visit. I grab a cup of coffee and just experience the beauty!
