Travis Scott Says ‘Utopia’ Is ‘On the Way,’ Played Album for Houston Astros
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Jacquees Ready To Perform in Support of Black Businesses
Atlanta crooner Jacquees is excited about what he has in store this weekend. The self-proclaimed “King of R&B” will be in Houston to perform at a community event. The Houston Botanic Garden hosts its second annual Celebrez en Rose wine and music festival this weekend. Attendees should wear pink and white. The festival highlights black businesses and products.
The “B.E.D.” singer loves performing and Texas and is even happier to support Black-owned businesses. He spoke with ABC 13 in Houston about the event.
“Being able to say, ‘Hey this is Black-owned’, and people loving it and people who aren’t Black want to support, you know, it feels good. For me to be on the forefront of Black people, to represent us, it feels really good.”
Jacquees is a business owner himself as he opened a wine and tapas bar earlier this year in Georgia. The 29-year-old is ready to give the fans a great show as he reminds people that he never lip-syncs. Along with Jacquees, MC Lyte and Big Freedia will hit the stage as well.
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Texas Man Accused of Posing as Cop to Get Into Megan Thee Stallion Show
Megan Thee Stallion Fan Arrested For Impersonating Police Officer In Hopes Of Meeting Houston Hottie
Some fans would do anything to meet Megan Thee Stallion – including face felony charges for impersonating an officer. This past weekend, local barber Trayvone Lil Darus Stevenson did just that, dressing as a member of the K-9 unit last Friday (March 31) to catch the rap diva’s first performance of the year at the AT&T Block Party. According to ABC 13, the man successfully gained admission into the concert by telling the administration on-site that he was working as security for the sold-out event.
While he surely felt great about making it into the venue, Stevenson was ultimately arrested around 8 PM, before the object of his desire even began her performance. It seems the 28-year-old spent his weekend at the Harris County Jail. Now, he’s facing charges of impersonating a public servant. Attorneys working on the case claim that the accused “has no qualifications as any type of law enforcement officer.” It’s also worth noting that the barber didn’t bring a dog with him to the AT&T Block Party, despite choosing to dress in a K-9 unit vest.
Houston Barber Dresses as K-9 Officer to Meet Megan Thee Stallion
Yesterday (April 3), Stevenson was granted a $15,000 bond by the judge presiding over his antics, KHOU reported. Because he has no previous record, he was able to bond out following his hearing, court records reveal. Despite the relatively quick release, Prosecutor Mathew Jackson made it abundantly clear that “this is still a felony case,” and what the Houstonian hairstylist attempted to pull off is a serious breach of the law. “Megan Thee Stallion is a fantastic draw, big draw, especially here in Houston, but this is still a felony case. You cannot go and impersonate an officer to get into a concert venue,” he insisted.
The 28-year-old hasn’t responded to the situation herself, which is completely understandable seeing as she had the most jam-packed weekend we’ve seen in a minute. Aside from performing in her hometown for the first time in years, Thee Stallion also threw the first pitch at an Astros game in a curve-hugging all-white outfit a few days ago. On top of that, she also linked up with Shania Twain at the annual Country Music Awards, which you can read all about here. Make sure to check back later for more pop culture news updates.
Hot Girl Coach Megan Thee Stallion Threw The Ceremonial First Pitch At The Houston Astros Opening Day Game
Megan Thee Stallion is having quite the homecoming. Tonight (March 30) the “Pressurelicious” rapper threw the first pitch at the Houston Astros game at Minute Maid Park in her hometown. Today is opening day for the Major League Baseball season, and the Astros are opening up with an intense game against the Chicago White Sox.
In a clip shared by ESPN, Meg is seen rocking an Astros jersey and a Hot Girl chain. She throws the first pitch to infielder David Hensley, who smoothly catches the ball.
Megan Thee Stallion throws out the first pitch in her hometown
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— ESPN (@espn) March 30, 2023
While at the stadium, Meg was seen snapping pictures with fellow Houston rapper Scarface.
Megan Thee Stallion posted up with Scarface, Houston’s finest. pic.twitter.com/FltiQv1KEW
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|yall are weird. (@theeemprasss) March 30, 2023
Tomorrow, Meg will perform at the AT&T Block Party in Houston’s Discovery Green park as part of the NBA’s Men’s Final Four weekend. This will mark her first performance of 2023.
“The AT&T Block Party Concert is gonna be such a vibe, and I can’t wait to get back on stage in the city where it all began,” said Meg in a statement ahead of the show. “I’m looking forward to seeing my Hotties and putting on an unforgettable show for them.”
You can see the clip of Meg throwing the ceremonial first pitch above.
Megan Thee Stallion is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
Trae tha Truth Helps Alabama Woman Who Was Arrested for Trash Bill
Trae tha Truth always gives back to his community. He never fails to involve himself in local issues. This time he takes his talents past Texas.
Last year, Alabama resident, Martha Menefield, was arrested for failing to pay a trash bill. In November, she called authorities to take her into custody as she believed she had already paid the $77 fine. Menefield was charged with failure to pay solid waste fees. A month later, the Houston rapper shared the confusing situation on Instagram. Many people took to the comments to share their frustrations about the arrest. The City responded by stating Menefield had a history of this and never responded to the citation to appear in court. Menefield remains that she never received a citation.
Trae took it upon himself to visit the Alabama resident and take her shopping. Months later and Trae is still helping Menefield out. He combined with BEL furniture in Alabama to provide her with beds, sofas, chairs, and dressers. The next thing on his list is to solve Menefield’s heating and air conditioning problem, as she has neither. He also plans to fix the foundation in her home and purchase her a vehicle.
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Megan Thee Stallion’s First 2023 Concert Taking Place In Houston This March
Some artists have already begun showing out in the first quarter of the year, dropping off singles and full-length projects to entertain audiences and show off for the competition. Megan Thee Stallion, on the other hand, has kept mostly quiet since the ending of Tory Lanez’s tumultuous trial. It ultimately concluded with the Canadian being found guilty of previously shooting her in the foot. While winning against the father of one certainly felt good, the Texas-born artist has been keeping any celebrations lowkey as defence lawyers attempt to free her assailant.
As per Uproxx, the “Hot Girl Summer” hitmaker has finally announced that she’s ready for a comeback. On Friday (March 10), it was revealed that she’ll be taking to the stage in her hometown later this month. She’ll be at the AT&T Block Party, which takes place from March 31st through April 2nd in Houston’s Discovery Green park. It’s scheduled to unfold at the same time as the Men’s Final Four weekend.
Megan’s Music Comeback
In a statement, Thee Stallion expressed her excitement over booking shows once again. “There’s no place I’d rather be for my first performance of the year than my hometown of Houston,” she gushed. “The AT&T Block Party Concert is gonna be such a vibe. I can’t wait to get back on stage in the city where it all began. I’m looking forward to seeing my Hotties and putting on an unforgettable show for them.”
Other names on the setlist include Lil Nas X, Maggie Rogers, and Mickey Guyton. Those acts are due to perform after Megan’s show, on the second and third days. It’s been noted that the 28-year-old’s last performance in her hometown dates back to 2019’s Astroworld Festival. This took place shortly before the COVID-19 pandemic shut most of the world down. The Houston hotties are surely grateful for their coach’s long-awaited return to the stage in the Lone Star state.
Future Endeavours for Thee Stallion
| In a new article BAPS director Robert Townsend reveals that Cardi B and Megan thee stallion expressed their interest in starting in a remake of “B.A.P.S”
• Robert revealed that both Cardi B and Megan thee stallion asked him for his blessing to star in a reboot of BAPS. pic.twitter.com/KwhEwiidhq
— Cardi B News (@CardiNewss) March 3, 2023
News of her return to the stage certainly has the internet buzzing, but it’s got nothing on the intrigue surrounding Megan Thee Stallion and Cardi B’s reported B.A.P.S remake. Director Robert Townsend confirmed earlier this month that the “WAP” collaborators are among those who have asked to be cast in the project. Of course, nothing is official just yet, but many would love to see the two rap divas further their acting skills alongside each other. Read more about that here, and make sure to check back later for more hip-hop news updates.
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Don Toliver Only Wants Kali Uchis On Their New Collab “4 Me”
Don Toliver and Kali Uchis are still going strong, as a couple and collaborators. Since the release of 2021’s “Drugs N Hella Melodies,” they’ve proven that their relationship status has only furthered worked to their favor whenever they step into the booth together. And while both have them have proven successful when working together, they’ve left fans longing for them to return with a new collaboration.
It seems as though fans could expect new heat from the couple in the near future. Don Toliver is currently gearing up for the release of his follow-up to 2021’s Life Of A Don, which is expected to drop soon. He previously shared details about the upcoming project, Lovesick, during an interview in 2022, where he confirmed his partner, Kali, has an appearance. He also indicated that the project embodies his creativity more than it has before. “I’m just now getting to where I really wanted to be: futuristic R&B and soul,” he told GQ.
Don Toliver & Kali Uchis Reunite On Wax For “4 Me”
This morning, Don Toliver shared his first single of 2023, “4 Me” ft. Kali Uchis. In contrast to the moody soundscape of “Drugs N Hella Melodies,” “4 Me” is an upbeat bop that carries a Neptunes-esque influence, thanks to the sample from Beenie Man’s “Girls Dem Sugar.” With Wheezy holding down the production, Toliver and Uchis bring sultry yet muddy feel that sounds ready for the summer. On top of that, the record also provided a candid look into the couple’s otherwise private relationship.
Fortunately, it appears that this won’t be the last we hear from Don Toliver and Kali Uchis in the near future. While “4 Me” will appear on Lovesick, Kali and the Houston artist have something on her album. Her new album, Red Moon In Venus will drop on March 3rd with Don Toliver appearing on the single, “Fantasy.” Hopefully, it drops before the album’s official release. For now, we’ll have “4 Me” on steady rotation. Check the new song above.
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I let her tell it, she say she fed up
I’m like, “Whatever,” when she mad, the sex better
I put the diamond on your face, Rockefeller
I put the meat in you and now we eat together
50 Cent, Travis Scott, & Terrell Owens Link Up At Houston Golf Tournament
Fans of Travis Scott are still eagerly awaiting updates on his Utopia album. Back in September, the father of two’s Road To Utopia show hinted at potential collaborations with Kid Cudi and Pharrell among others. At this point, though, an approximate release date remains unknown.
He may not have any info to give on his music right now, but the Houston native has certainly been busy with his celebrity friends as of late. Scott appears on Trippie Redd’s new album, specifically lending his vocal talents to a track titled “KRZY TRAIN.” Additionally, he linked up with 50 Cent earlier this week for a golf tournament in his hometown.
On Monday (January 30), Fif uploaded a photo to his Instagram feed. It sees him, the Astroworld artist, and athlete Terrell Owens posting together out on the green. The latter two men rock dark outfits, with Scott even being brave enough to don shorts mid-winter.
The “I Get Money” hitmaker, for his part, paired light grey pants with a white polo tee. He was also repping his hometown on his hat. “Mr. October foundation golf tournament,” 50’s caption reads. “This is the place to be.”
Elsewhere, videos of Scott getting lit during the game are circulating on social media. Yesterday, @2cool2bl0g shared one of the Texas native chatting with bartenders while sipping on a pink slushy drink. It was seemingly made with the Power producer’s liquor brand.
In his usual fashion, 50 Cent entertained the crowd with a speech at the golf tournament. The 47-year-old said, “This is really exciting for me to be here, personally, I’m really enjoying myself. And that part where he said, ‘If you’re 50 and older,’ that meant they had skills because they had time to learn the game.”
“Don’t think because you got muscles that it’s gonna mean something today,” the rapper joked. “It is all about technique, and you’re gonna get a chance to see some real action out here today. I like to talk my game down so I can over-perform… When you see what’s going on, you know you’ll be impressed by me a little bit.”
Fif also admitted to spending some time at the local driving range ahead of the event, because he hates to be in “situations where [he] don’t mean nothing.”
The New Yorker and Houston native have been spending plenty of time together as of late, and the newest photos certainly aren’t the last we’ll see of them. Earlier this month, we found out that 50 Cent and Travis Scott will take to the stage at the upcoming Wireless Festival in London.
Check out the full lineup of artists here, and check back later for more hip-hop news updates.
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