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Diddy’s Lawyer Promises To “Fight Like Hell” Amid Federal Indictment

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Diddy’s attorney, Marc Agnifilo, told reporters that he’ll “fight like hell” for the Bad Boy mogul, who is facing allegations of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking in a federal indictment. Agnifilo discussed the case outside of the courtroom where Diddy’s arraignment took place on Tuesday morning.

“We knew this was coming,” Agnifilo said, as caught by XXL. “He moved to New York as I think some of you guys know. We brought him to New York two weeks ago because we knew this day was gonna come and it’s here…It’s not planned by us. He came here to surrender at a time agreeable to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, and then they arrested him last night. I spent the evening with him…His spirits are good, he’s confident, he’s dealing with this head-on the way he’s dealt with every challenge in his life and he’s not guilty. He’s innocent of these charges.”

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Diddy’s Attorney Addresses Reporters

Marc Agnifilo, lawyer for rapper and music producer Sean “Diddy.” Combs, arrives at federal court for his client’s arraignment on September 17, 2024, in New York. Combs’ arrest late September 16 follows a raid in March by armed federal agents on his luxury properties in Miami and Los Angeles that had suggested an investigation into him was underway. Details of the charges against Combs are expected to be revealed on September 17. (Photo by TIMOTHY A. CLARY / AFP) (Photo by TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP via Getty Images)

Agnifilo continued: “He’s gonna plead not guilty obviously and he’s gonna fight this with all of his energy and all of his might and the full confidence of his lawyers. I expect a long battle for the good result for Mr. Combs. I’m gonna fight like hell to get him released and he should be released with all that he’s done and coming here voluntarily.”

Marc Agnifilo Reveals Diddy’s Plans To Deal With The Indictment

The 14-page indictment makes reference to Diddy’s alleged “Freak Off” parties, claiming he seduced women under the “pretense of a romantic relationship” and subjected them to various sex acts. Check out Marc Agnifilo’s full comments on the situation below. Be on the lookout for further updates on Diddy on HotNewHipHop.

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Nike Dunk Low “Halloween” New On-Foot Images

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The Nike Dunk Low is gearing up for Halloween with its upcoming “Halloween” colorway, and on-foot photos have been revealed. This release features a black cracked leather base with yellow cracked leather overlays, creating a bold contrast that adds to the eerie, worn look of the design. One standout detail is the black skull graphic on the toebox, perfectly fitting the spooky Halloween theme and giving the sneaker a unique edge. The yellow accents further enhance the shoe’s haunting appeal, making it a standout for the spooky season.

The “Halloween” Nike Dunk Low is set to be a favorite among sneakerheads, combining the classic Dunk Low silhouette with festive details. The cracked leather and skull accents make it a must-have for fans of Halloween-themed releases. With its bold design and distinctive touches, this pair is sure to turn heads when it drops later this season. Its release is highly anticipated, with many eager to add this Halloween-themed pair to their collections.

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The sneakers come with a yellow rubber sole and a black midsole. Also, the uppers consist of a black cracked leather base, with bright yellow cracked leather overlays giving them a distressed appearance. Further, the toebox features a black skull, adding a spooky touch. Lastly, Nike logos on the tongues and heels complete the design.

Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Nike Dunk Low “Halloween” will be released this October. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $130 when they are released. Further, make sure to let us know what you think about these kicks in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the most recent updates and news from the sneaker community. We’ll make sure to offer you the newest products from the most notable brands.

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Diddy Had 1,000 Bottles Of Baby Oil & Other Alleged “Freak Off” Items Seized During Home Raids

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The early steps of the Diddy case are now underway, and there are truly disturbing bits of information. According to new legal documents from TMZ, the list of indictments does include the “Freak-off” events/parties. They descriptively describe them as “elaborate and produced sex performances that Combs arranged, directed, masturbated during, and often electronically recorded”. Also in this section, they allege that Diddy was luring women in by promising them true romantic connections.

Then, after gaining their trust, he allegedly used force, threatened with force, or coercion to have them engage in lengthy intercourse with male sex workers. Afterwards, the women would allegedly receive IV fluids to help them physically recover from them. Later on in the documents, they list off all of the narcotics that were allegedly distributed in relation to the drug charges Diddy has received. They supposedly include cocaine, oxycodone, Xanax, GHB, aka, the “date rape” drug, MDMA and ketamine.

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Diddy’s Indictment Is Now Unsealed

401611 104: Rapper P. Diddy poses backstage during the 44th Annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center February 27, 2002 in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Vince Bucci/Getty Images)

Even more alarming, is that some or maybe all of these alleged drugs were seized during the Miami and Beverly Hills home raids. Other supposed items confiscated are 1,000+ bottles of baby oil and/or lubricants, firearms, which apparently include 3 AR-15s with no serial numbers, and a drum magazine. All of this was a part of the massive and now unsealed indictment which has led to Diddy being charged on three counts. They are racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion, and transportation to engage in prostitution.

What are your thoughts on Diddy allegedly having 1,000 bottles of baby oil/lubricant and more seized from his homes? Now that we have more information on what the indictments are, is he going to be behind bars for a long time? Is this going to be one of the longest cases regarding a hip-hop artist? We would like to hear what you have to say, so leave your thoughts in the comments. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Diddy and his arrest. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.

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Diddy Indictment Reveals The Extent Of His Alleged “Freak Off” Parties

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Diddy has been placed under arrest and is facing allegations of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking. In the 14-page federal indictment against him, authorities detail the extent of his alleged “freak off” parties. They claim he would lure in female victims under the “pretense of a romantic relationship” before subjecting them to sex acts for the events. The “freak offs” were allegedly so demanding that victims needed to receive IV fluids to recover from the exertion.

As caught by TMZ, the indictment claims: “Freak Offs were elaborate and produced sex performances that COMBS arranged, directed, masturbated during, and often electronically recorded. In arranging these Freak Offs, COMBS, with the assistance of members and associates of the Combs Enterprise, transported, and caused to be transported, commercial sex workers across state lines and internationally.”

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Diddy’s Lawyer, Marc Agnifilo, Arrives At The Courthouse

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 17: Lawyer for Sean Combs, Marc Agnifilo, arrives at U.S. District Court on September 17, 2024, in New York City. Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested in Manhattan on September 16 in a sex trafficking probe following a federal indictment. (Photo by John Lamparski/Getty Images)

It continues: “Freak Offs occurred regularly, sometimes lasted multiple days, and often involved multiple commercial sex workers. During Freak Offs, COMBS distributed a variety of controlled substances to victims, in part to keep the victims obedient and compliant. Sometimes unbeknownst to the victims, COMBS kept videos he filmed of victims engaging in sex acts with commercial sex workers. After Freak Offs, COMBS and the victims typically received IV fluids to recover from the physical exertion and drug use.”

Diddy has denied all of the allegations he’s facing and plans to plead not guilty to the charges. His lawyer told reporters outside of the courtroom on Tuesday that he’s going to “fight like hell” to get him out on bail. Be on the lookout for further updates on Diddy and the claims he’s facing on HotNewHipHop.

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Law Enforcement Seized “Freak Off Supplies” From Diddy’s Home, Including Over 1,000 Bottles of Lube

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The full indictment of Diddy is available online, and some details from the March 2024 raid of his homes in Miami and Los Angeles are available. According to the indictment, law enforcement seized “various Freak Off supplies, including narcotics and more than 1,000 bottles of baby oil and lubricant.”

The “Freak Off” events were described as “elaborate and produced sex performances that Combs arranged, directed, masturbated during, and often electronically recorded.”

Diddy also had IV fluids on hand for recovery from the drug use. Diddy is facing drug charges with the intent to distribute cocaine, oxycodone, Xanax, CHB, MDMA, and ketamine.

Diddy also had 3 AR-15s with scrubbed serial numbers and a drum magazine.

According to TMZ, the indictment makes accusations from 2008 to the present, naming members of Combs businesses as engaging in a range of illegal activities, including sex trafficking, forced labor, interstate transportation for purposes of prostitution, coercion, and enticement to engage in prostitution, narcotics offenses, kidnapping, arson, bribery and obstruction of justice.

Additionally, the indictment suggests the Combs company was set up for the media and entertainment industries but also aided in Diddy’s sexual gratification.

According to TMZ, Diddy is still in custody and will have his charges read to him by a judge on Tuesday. Speaking outside the court, Diddy’s lawyer, Marc Agnifilo, stated he would “fight like hell” to secure bail for Diddy.

You can read more on Diddy’s arrest here. The indictment can be read in full here.

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Grammy Winning Bilal Drops Cubist Torch Single “Tell Me” Ahead Of LP Release

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Today, GRAMMY Award-winning artist Bilal unveils new single “Tell Me,” the latest from his forthcoming album Adjust Brightness, out September 27. Following the success of his June Black Music Month release, Live at Glasshaus featuring Questlove, Common, and Robert Glasper, Bilal is back with his first album of new music in eight years. The new work features 11 brand-new tracks that will take listeners on his most daring musical journey yet, marking a bold step forward in Bilal’s already innovative sound. 

“Tell Me” is a standout piece from Adjust Brightness, offering a glimpse into the forward-thinking sonic journey Bilal has crafted. The mesmerizing layered vocals are both intimate and raw, creating an abstract yet captivating listening experience. The track deconstructs traditional love ballads, weaving in unconventional structures while retaining a haunting emotional pull. Though it carries the bare and natural essence of a demo, “Tell Me” is masterfully produced, with every sonic detail honed to perfection.

“I realized a long time ago that, with the specter of AI and streaming, we risk losing our humanity,” says Bilal. “With Adjust Brightness, it was like: let’s make some shit that is going to confuse the damn computer. We’re bringing a love frequency — emphasizing the warmth, the love. It’s an intimate record.”

Eight years following 2015’s In Another Life, a collaboration with Adrian Younge that drew from the psychedelic verve of vintage funk, Adjust Brightness marks a bold new chapter for Bilal. This album is a giant step forward, as Bilal merges his organic, soulful roots with experimental electronic influences inspired by artists like Aphex Twin, Stereolab, and Jai Paul. The creation of Adjust Brightness was deeply inspired by a period of musical and visual experimentation. Bilal began to approach his music much like a painter approaches a canvas — focusing on moods, textures, and atmospheres rather than traditional song forms. His experiences with experimental jazz and live performances fed into this avant-garde direction, and tracks like “Sunshine” and “Humility” highlight his innovative use of atmospheric grooves, intricate beats, and sonic manipulation. Though he’s venturing into new territory, the album retains the warmth, intimacy, and emotional core that have always defined Bilal’s artistry.

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Here Is Shaboozey’s ‘Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going Tour’ Setlist

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Shaboozey’s come a long way from appearing on the Spider-Man: Enter the Spider-Verse soundtrack (that’s him on “Start a Riot” with Duckwrth). He’s since collaborated with Beyoncé on her genre-busting new album Cowboy Carter and reached No. 1 on the Hot 100 with his J-Kwon-sampling single, “A Bar Song (Tipsy).” Not bad for a rapper-turned-country-singer who isn’t… you know.

The single’s success has propelled his third album, Where I’ve Been Isn’t Where I’m Going to No. 5 on the Billboard 200 (and No. 2 on the Country Albums chart), and caps the setlist for his ongoing tour for the album. You can check out the setlist below, courtesy of setlist.fm and his show at Danforth Music Hall in Toronto, Canada.

Shaboozey 2024 Tour Setlist

01. “Spaghetti (Intro)”
02. “Last of My Kind”
03. “Tall Boy”
04. “Annabelle”
05. “Why Can’t Love Be the Reason”
06. “I Swear On God”
07. “Horses & Hellcats”
08. “Vegas”
09. “Drink Don’t Need No Mix”
10. “No Hands” (Waka Flocka Flame cover)
11. “Turn the Page” (Bob Seger cover)
12. “East of the Massanutten”
13. “Highway”
14. “Let It Burn”
15. “Beverly Hills”
16. “Steal Her From Me”
17. “Finally Over”

Encore:

“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” x 3

Shaboozey’s 2024 Tour Dates

09/17 — Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Steel
09/21 — Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club
09/25 – Atlanta, GA @ Variety Playhouse
09/29 — Denver, CO @ Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom
10/02 — Nashville, TN @ TBA
10/14 — Los Angeles, CA @ The Fonda Theatre