Killer Mike Celebrates 10 Years Of “Pl3dge”

In recent years, Killer Mike has been steadily putting out quality music alongside his trusted creative collaborator El-P. Together, the rappers make up Run The Jewels — easily one of hip-hop’s most consistent duos, arguably ever. Yet prior to releasing their debut album in 2013, Killer Mike had amassed a respectable discography on the solo tip, boasting five studio albums to his name between the years of 2003 and 2012.

While Monster gets credit for starting Mike’s journey and R.A.P Music is celebrated for uniting him with El-P for the first time, his fourth studio album Pl3dge tends to fly under the radar. Originally released ten years ago to this day, the album features guest appearances from T.I, Jeezy, Twista, Gucci Mane, Big Boi, and more. With El Producto yet to cross his path, production was largely handled by Smiff N Cash and Sweatbox Productions, as well as No I.D, The Beat Bullies, Tha Bizness, Raz, DJ Speedy, and Flying Lotus. 

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After it was brought to his attention that Pl3dge was celebrating its ten-year anniversary, Killer Mike hit Instagram to share a few words about the milestone. “It’s been 10 yrs,” he marvels. “Wow. #Happy420 more to come! Better every time too! Still growing! Still improving!” 

In truth, Killer Mike’s discography is one that probably deserves revisitation, and perhaps it’s the perfect time to dive back into Pl3dge and spend a bit of time unpacking some of the ATL emcee’s thoughts and preferred themes. Should you be among those who kept this project on steady rotation, be sure to hit the comments and share your own favorite tracks. Where do you think Pledge stands in Killer Mike’s solo catalog? 

DJ Khaled’s “Khaled Khaled” Goes Gold

Such things in life are inevitable, and DJ Khaled collecting gold and platinum for his already sizeable collection is one such thing. Despite the fact that his brand new album Khaled Khaled has only been out for a few weeks, the project has already been certified gold by the RIAA. Of course, it should be noted that previously-released singles “Popstar” and “Greece,” both of which featured Drake, likely played a role in the expeditious certification.

Either way, Khaled Khaled remains proof that DJ Khaled’s Midas touch has yet to fade in the slightest. Naturally, he took to his Instagram page to share a few celebratory words, confirming that his onslaught of music videos was set to continue. “KHALED KHALED officially certified gold,” he writes. #FANLUV THANK YOU!! MORE TO COME! WE JUST GETTING STARTED! #BodyInMotion VIDEO tomorrow!! #IDIDIT VIDEO May 27!!! @wethebestmusic @rocnation @epicrecords. LOOK AT GOD! Today is also the anniversary of the platinum album FATHER OF ASAHD.” 

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It should be interesting to see how long Khaled Khaled’s momentum can continue, as its platinum ascension is not a matter of if, but when. Given how quickly the project went gold, an additional five-hundred thousand album-equivalent units shouldn’t be too much of a problem for the K-Man. Not only has he been steadily dropping off music videos from the project, including clips for the Migos and H.E.R-assisted “We Goin’ Crazy” and the Justin Bieber and 21 Savage-assisted “Let It Go,” but he seems determined to keep the balling rolling, seemingly deriving sustenance from commercial success. 

How long before Khaled Khaled hits platinum? Sound off with your predictions below. 

A Joe Budden Podcast Network Contributor Accuses The Former Rapper Of Sexual Harassment

Rapper turned podcast personality Joe Budden has been at the center of a number of controversies involving his treatment of the employees and fellow hosts of his podcast network, and today, one of those hosts added fuel to the fire by revealing her reasons for resigning included sexual harassment on the part of Budden himself. Posting a 26-minute video to Instagram, Olivia Dope explained why she departed the See The Thing Is… podcast hosted by herself, Bridget Kelly, and Mandii B just a few months after the show launched in October of 2020.

Following the departure of Joe Budden Podcast co-hosts Rory and Mal after they disagreed with Budden’s profit-sharing practices, Olivia Dope shared her reasons for quitting her own show after less than four months online. “On January 18, 2021, Joe Budden sat in on a recording of the female-led podcast I was a part of and continuously made sexual, suggestive remarks to me that made me extremely uncomfortable as well as fearful of dampening the mood if I didn’t laugh along while he made those sexual remarks to me,” she explained. “Those moments not only live on the internet forever, it also forced me into the decision of quitting the podcast.”

Elaborating on the last effects of the encounter, she continued, “It was traumatizing, embarrassing and I’ve decided that I have to actually speak up because not only was it important for me to walk away from it, it also is important for me to speak up to let others know this probably wouldn’t be the best situation for you to enter into, working with this person.” She also recounted some of the comments Budden made, which were subsequently edited from the episode before it premiered, including Joe admitting he “been wanted to f*ck me since we’ve met.” There are also numerous hostile comments as well as more comments making sexual passes at her.

Budden, who’s been accused of domestic abuse by multiple former girlfriends, was able to turn his rap career into fodder for the successful podcast, which has bounced from Diddy’s Revolt to Spotify, and where he happily trolls his fellow rappers like Jay Electronica and Logic. Since the exits of his co-hosts, however, he’s said that the Joe Budden Podcast is “100,000% over.”

You can watch Olivia Dope’s full video above.

Kevin Gates Is Forgiven For Kicking Fan Incident

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Louisiana rap star Kevin Gates is making headlines without doing anything. The hip-hop veteran is being remembered by fans for his controversial decision to kick a fan during a concert back in 2016, for which he was charged with battery. Kevin Gates Is Forgiven For Kicking Fan Supporters of Gates made their voice heard online […]

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Ariana Grande & Fiancé Dalton Gomez Tied The Knot: Report

Typically, celebrity weddings go down with a slew of paparazzi waiting to catch a glimpse of the married couple, whoever it may be. However, TMZ nor any tabloid publication was able to catch a glimpse of Ariana Grande who reportedly got married to her fiancé Dalton Gomez over the weekend.

According to TMZ, the couple was married at her home in Montecito, California. The private affair included twenty guests, mainly from their families. However, there wasn’t any actual “ceremony” involved. Grande and Gomez reportedly exchanged their “I dos” but without the formality of a wedding. It’s unclear whether the couple actually planned to get hitched or if it was entirely impromptu.

The couple got engaged in December 2020, right before the holidays. They’ve been rather public about their romance on social media and otherwise. Ariana Grande’s mother also co-signed their relationship after news of their engagement.

The home where the couple reportedly got hitched was previously owned by Ellen Degeneres who sold it to Ariana Grande for a cool $6.75M last June. 

No word from Ariana Grande herself confirming news of her marriage but this is certainly the type of material that would make for a great follow-up to her chart-topping album, positions.

We’ll keep you updated on any more news regarding Ariana Grande’s reported secret wedding. 

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Olivia Dope Accuses Joe Budden Of Sexual Harassment

DJ Olivia Dope, former co-host of See, The Thing Is –– a podcast on The Joe Budden Network — has come forward to share a twenty-six-minute video on her Instagram page, during which she accuses Joe Budden of sexual harassment.

“I am doing this video today to finally explain my departure from the See, The Thing Is podcast as well as the Joe Budden Network,” she begins, before explaining her hope that her message will be heard by those who have faced similar experiences.  

“On Jan. 18, 2021, Joe Budden sat in on a recording of the female-led podcast I was a part of and continuously made sexual, suggestive remarks to me that made me extremely uncomfortable as well as fearful of dampening the mood if I didn’t laugh along while he made those sexual remarks to me,” she states. “Those moments not only live on the internet forever, but it also forced me into the decision of quitting the podcast.”

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“It was traumatizing, embarrassing, and I’ve decided that I have to speak up,” she continues. “Not only was it important for me to walk away from it, but it’s important to heal myself and probably help others in the future. This probably wouldn’t be the best situation to enter into, working with this person.” 

She cites a specific episode (16), proceeding to share timestamps of the incidents in question. “I’m going to start from 13:48, Joe calls me out saying I never reached out to him privately or personally,” she continues. “This information is important because it proves my lack of familiarity with this person. That’s what makes everything that transpired afterward so uncomfortable…At 13:34, there’s an edit, because Joe says him and I should speak more, because ‘he’s been wanting to fuck me since we met.’ 

“Everyone in the studio laughed uncomfortably while one of my co-hosts confirmed that to be true,” says Dope. “I am mortified by this revelation not only because it was done in front of the entire production staff but it was done while we were recording audio as well as visual…That scene was cut out…At 19:26 seconds, another edit happens because Joe makes another suggestion to having sex with me.” Her list goes on, and Dope accuses Budden of creating a “hostile work environment” by suggesting her co-hosts didn’t dress as “sexy” as her.

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After quoting several additional inappropriate comments, Dope notes that Budden asked for an on-air hug, a clip that has since begun to circulate on Twitter. “It’s unbeknownst to me until I actually watch back the episode that he was moving his hips while he was hugging me,” she states. “I laugh uncomfortably because I don’t know what else to do at that point. Everyone else is kind of chuckling, and I sit back down.” She notes that she made it clear she was uncomfortable, stating as much later on in the episode. 

“I am mortified that when you search Olivia Dope, the brand I have spent ten years building, that comes up,” she continues. “I am mortified that after I quit, I had to have a heart-to-heart conversation with the child I gave birth to, because she can find it on the internet, her friends can find it on the internet, her teachers, and say that’s your mother being belittled and sexually harassed and called a bitch.” 

As of now, Joe Budden has yet to respond to Olivia Dope’s allegations. He is currently in the midst of a tumultuous falling out with his former Joe Budden Podcast co-hosts Rory and Mal. Check out Dope’s full statement below. 

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Ab-Soul Reveals That His Album Is On The Way

TDE has the world waiting for new music to drop out of their camp and it seems that they’ve already begun rolling out what will be a massive year for them. SZA dropped some new music in late 2020 and Isaiah Rashad came through with a brand new single at the top of the month. Rashad’s single, “Lay Wit Ya” ft. Duke Deuce serves as the first single from his forthcoming album, The House Is Burning

 
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It’s the fellas from Black Hippy that many day-one TDE fans are really hoping will drop something this year. It seems like a new album from Kendrick Lamar will be arriving this year but many have been wondering about Ab-Soul’s whereabouts. The Carson, CA rapper has been heavily hinting at his follow-up to Do What Thou Wilt.

Earlier today, Soulo shared a few thoughts on his timeline including his opinion on Coi Leray who he deems “the flyest right now.” He went on to praise A Black Lady Sketch Show as well as Tevin Campbell’s performance as Powerline in A Goofy Movie (classic)Before signing off, he left fans with a tidbit of information regarding his next release. “That’s all I got right now… Album comin soon…” he tweeted.

This wouldn’t be the first time he hinted at new music dropping this year. He shared a similar update at the top of the year before offering an update on Kendrick Lamar’s project. Check his tweets below. 

Nicki Minaj Is Releasing Clean Versions Of Her Songs ASAP Thanks To A Fan’s Grandparents

Nicki Minaj’s music has been heard billions of times at this point and is widely beloved, but at least a small faction of people faces a dilemma: They like how her music sounds, but the explicit lyrical content makes them hesitate to hit play on it. That’s true of a pair of Minaj’s older fans, who wish they could hear a clean version of “Seeing Green,” Minaj’s new Drake and Lil Wayne collaboration from her newly reissued Beam Me Up Scotty mixtape. Now, Minaj is determined to quickly accommodate with some censored music.

Today, a fan tweeted at Minaj, “hey sister i have really religious grandparents who LOVE your music but don’t like explicit music so can we get the clean version of seeing green?” Minaj responded by declaring that she will drop some clean versions of songs tomorrow, writing, “The fact that I didn’t realize no clean versions were uploaded. Smh. The cleans will b out tmrw guys. My bad on that. Give ur grandparents a hug for me babe.” She also tagged her label, Republic Records, in the tweet, presumably to prompt them to get the ball rolling on adding the clean songs to streaming services.

Based on Minaj’s tweet, it’s not clear if just the new songs from the Beam Me Up Scotty reissue will be getting clean versions, or if Minaj’s promise will apply to other songs from her catalog as well. Either way, tomorrow should be a good day for Minaj fans who prefer their music curse-free.

Adam Levine Recounts Travis Scott Gifting Him Rare Jordans At Super Bowl

Travis Scott’s ascent to stardom hasn’t solely been off of the strength of his music. The rapper’s aesthetic has influenced a whole generation of fashionistas and sneakerheads. His collaborations with Air Jordan have produced some of the most sought-after sneakers in recent years which was apparently leveraged for his appearance at the Super Bowl. 


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Maroon 5’s Adam Levine recently appeared on Sneaker Shopping on Complex where he discussed his array of sneakers including the pair of family-and-friends exclusive Travis Scott x Air Jordan 4 in purple. “[Travis] literally DM’ed me one day … and he was like ‘Yo, you wanna do the Super Bowl?’,” Levine said. “I was like, sure you’re going to have to get me those purple friends and family [4s] and the new 1s.”

Levine joked that it was a quick exchange between the two artists which ultimately got him the Air Jordan 4s. “I literally said, ‘Yo, if you can get me those shoes, man.’ Not only would I like to do it, anyways, but if you get me those shoes, it’s done,” Levine added. 

The Maroon 5 frontman’s sneaker collection includes some other rare artifacts that were personally gifted to him. During the interview, he was rocking the Red Octobers which he said Kanye directly gifted him. However, Levine explained that he wasn’t even a sneakerhead at that point and had no idea of the value. He’s educated himself since and wore them for the first time on the show.

Peep the episode below. 

Kash Doll Proves She’s The Real KD, Not Kevin Durant

Detroit rapper Kash Doll is back to popping off on Kevin Durant. The hip-hop star has fired off a playful shot at the Brooklyn Nets leader by showing off her own basketball skills. Kash Doll Proves She’s The Real KD Doll hit up her Instagram page to flex some serious muscle. Kash revealed footage of […]

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