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Kanye West And Bianca Censori Bundle Up For Walk Around Los Angeles

January 11, 2024 by newhiphopnews

It’s been a turbulent time for Kanye West so far this year. Even though we’re less than two weeks into 2024 there’s already been plenty of trouble for the rapper. He reportedly owes nearly a million in taxes and is facing a new lawsuit after punching a fan seeking out an autograph. All the while texts from former collaborator and ally Pusha T leaked online leading fans to speculate that they have beef.

While all of this has been going on West has been spending plenty of time with girlfriend Bianca Censori. He’s been repeatedly posting pictures of her in some notable outfits, some of which are quite scant. In one particularly strange post, he promised that 2024 was a year for “no pants.” In the accompanying picture of Censori that came with the post, she lived up to that promise. Now the pair have been spotted making their way around Los Angeles in a new series of pictures shared by TMZ. Check out the pictures at the link below.

Kanye West And Bianca Censori Out And About Again

LOS ANGELES, CA – MAY 13: Kanye West and Bianca Censori are seen on May 13, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Rachpoot/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images)

While all of this is going on, West has reportedly been working on a new album. The project is called Vultures and it’s a collaboration with Ty Dolla Sign. It was originally slated to be released in December but has gone through a series of new release dates ever since.

The album was supposed to be released tonight January 12, but that release date was eventually wiped from online copies of the record. Earlier today though, a new potential release date appeared. The album is now expected to be released next week on January 19. What do you think of new photos of Kanye West and Binaca Censori back in Los Angeles amid some cold weather? Let us know in the comment section below.

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X4 Arrested, His Instagram Story Suggests

December 24, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Up-and-coming Los Angels rapper X4 recently took to his Instagram Story– or perhaps someone from his team did– to suggest that he’s currently in prison. Moreover, on a black background, his account simply posted “FREE X4,” and no other details about this alleged arrest emerged as of writing this article. For those unaware, the West Coast MC is among many other lyricists bubbling in the underground right now, one who’s poised to become a big name. For example, he recently released his debut mixtape The Most Important, on which he displayed some creative flows, charisma, and potential to hone his craft.

Furthermore, this arrest is especially disheartening amid the holiday season, as this is a time for family that unfortunately can’t stop harsher realities. Sadly, X4 is not alone in this struggle, as many other rappers and artists either faced arrests from authorities or are in the middle of legal trouble. One other recent instance of this is that of HoneyKomb Brazy, whom officials arrested just a few days ago on Wednesday (December 20). This reportedly relates to various gun and drug charges, and we’re still waiting to see whether this will halt this career or whether it can be sidestepped with accountability.

X4 Reportedly Arrested

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Fortunately, we have other cases apart from X4 in rap’s legal space that took on more positive connotations, at least when only looking at an artist’s freedom and not the validity of their crimes. Quando Rondo was able to secure bond for $100K, and will reportedly now be on house arrest for the holidays. As such, we expect that he’ll be able to spend time with his loved ones at least a little bit and use this time to cool off and reflect. Hopefully the up-and-comer is able to achieve similar conditions, and then fully hold himself up to his accused behavior.

Meanwhile, other hip-hop figures seek to change the legal conditions that currently constrict them. There is perhaps no better contemporary example of this than NBA YoungBoy’s house arrest, which is still subject to modifications. Within the coming days or weeks, we might get more info on what happened with X4. For more news and the latest updates on that, keep checking in with HNHH.

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Dr. Dre Pays Tribute To Radio Station That Gave Him His Start On Their Anniversary

December 14, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Everybody has to start somewhere. That includes one of the most influential rappers, producers, and moguls in the genre’s storied history. Dr. Dre began his career as a radio DJ for a Los Angeles station called KDAY which is now known as KBLA. Despite all the success he’s achieved since and the hundreds of thousands of fellow artists he’s interacted with along the way. he still remembered the station and wished them well as they celebrated their 40th anniversary.

In a video shared to Instagram by Xzibit, Dre reminisces on his time at the station. “I have so many reasons to thank KDAY, but I’ll just give you a couple of them right now. KDAY was the first station that gave me an opportunity when I was a young and up-and-coming DJ. They gave me my own radio show, which was called The Traffic Jam, and I showed up every weekday at 5 o’clock, and every artist out there knows what this is like … the first time you hear your sh*t on the radio — the feeling is amazing, Dre explained. “Not only that, KDAY was the first station to play the first song I ever produced on my own, which was ‘Boyz-N-The-Hood,’ so I can’t thank them enough. So I’d like to say happy 40th anniversary, KDAY, and I really, really appreciate this honor.

Dr. Dre Celebrates KDAY’s 40th Anniversary

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Even after decades of recording and releasing material, Dr. Dre isn’t slowing down yet. Just last month Marsha Ambrosius shared an update on an album Dre is producing with her. During the recent Soul Train Awards she hit fans with a tease of the new album produced by Dre.

The last time Dr. Dre released an album of his own was all the way back in 2015. While rumors of him potentially working on new material have swirled for years, very little ever officially materialized. He’s also reportedly mused on retiring from music altogether. Thankfully for fans though, that doesn’t appear to be happening any time soon. What do you think of Dr. Dre’s thank you message to the radio station that played a pivotal role in his come-up? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Sexyy Red & Kim Kardashian Link Up For “Joint Slay” At Balenciaga Event

December 3, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Sexyy Red and Kim Kardashian linked up at for an unusual meeting of the cultures as both women attended a Balenciaga event in Los Angeles. Red, sporting a little pair of horns alongside her signature button-up crop attire, dubbed the meeting a “joint slay”. Furthermore, Red also referred to Kardashian as “my gurl”. The meeting was also captured by Interview Magazine. Kardashian recently interviewed NBA MVP candidate and SKIMS model Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for the outlet. The two women appeared extremely excited to see one another, and were seen happily chatting as they entered the event.

It’s been a massive year for both women. Kardashian took her personal brands to new heights, eventually earning a GQ Man of the Year nod. Furthermore, her TV outings, namely Season 4 of The Kardashians, kept her family’s name amongst the cultural zeitgeist. Meanwhile, 2023 was Red’s true musical breakout. Love her or hate her, she earned her place amongst the year’s most-talked-about artists. Furthermore, the number of bona fide stars featured on Hottest Hood Princess showed the world that Red is a person people want to work with.

Sexyy Red Twerks To Celebrate Hottest Hood Princess (Deluxe)

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Meanwhile, Red was twerking like the best of them as she celebrated the release of the deluxe version of Hottest Hood Princess. Red was turned all the way up at a release party, letting her booty shake like jello. Furthermore, Red’s impressive moves also showed that pregnancy isn’t slowing her down when comes to getting down.

The 30-minute addition to Red’s breakout album is stacked with talent. New arrivals to the album include Chief Keef, G Herbo, Sukihana, and Summer Walker. It’s an unapologetically NSFW addition to an already unapologetically NSFW album. However, at its heart, it’s clear that Red is in her element and having fun with the music she produces. The energy goes a long to help overcome the sometimes generic beats pulled straight out of the mid-2000s club scene.

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Travis Scott Converts SoFi Stadium Into “UTOPIA” Before Los Angeles Tour Stop: Watch

November 5, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Travis Scott’s Circus Maximus tour, with assistance from Teezo Touchdown and in support of his massive new album UTOPIA, is firing on all cylinders right now. Moreover, he’s about a third of the way into his trek, and it’s resulted in a lot of notable moments, wild fan interactions, and a satisfying concert experience. But part of the tour is about that grandeur and spectacle that we associate with La Flame, and what better way is there to show that off than by turning a whole stadium venue into a utopia? Well, that’s exactly what he did at SoFi Stadium at Inglewood in Los Angeles, California ahead of today’s show there (Sunday, November 5).

Furthermore, the Houston MC projected his branded messaging, including the UTOPIA logo, atop So-Fi’s projection screens on the roof. It looks amazing from high up in the skies, and that makes you realize that he wanted to make this truly huge. Travis Scott also set up various UTOPIA-themed props and picture spots around the stadium, such as a statue of the word. It’s unclear exactly how much farther he went in turning SoFi into his personal playground, and one for fans, but we can already tell it’s something pretty elaborate.

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Still, it’s a shame that some of the most impressive additions at SoFi are only visible from out the window of a flying vehicle. For any regular concert-goer just looking to have a good time, they might not see the 32-year-old’s best efforts into making this occasion something to remember. Speaking of best efforts, though, Travis Scott might not have ever become fully and publicly accountable for the Astroworld tragedy in 2021, but at least he seems committed to upholding a more cautionary, caring, and compelling concert experience this time around. That’s a tough can of worms to unpack, but it’s a step in the right direction.

Meanwhile, do you have tickets for CIRCUS MAXIMUS or did you skip out? Are you one of those ticket scalpers that’s probably regretting their shady investment right now? Whatever the case, let us know in the comments section down below. As always, stick around on HNHH for the latest news and more updates on Travis Scott.

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Kim Kardashian Celebrates 43rd Birthday With Hailey Bieber, Ivanka Trump, And More

October 21, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Kim Kardashian turned 43 this week and celebrated the milestone in style. The reality star rocked a cutaway red dress at a star-studded party at Funke in Beverly Hills. Most of Kim’s immediate family was there, with Kendall, Kylie, Khloe, and Kris all showing out. No word on whether Kourtney was there but if she wasn’t, it wouldn’t be too surprising. However, it wasn’t just the KarJen fam in attendance. Celebrities such as Hailey Bieber and Ivanka Trump were also in attendance. Furthermore, there were less famous faces who are still just as dear to Kardashian. This included Kardashian’s childhood friends such as Allison Statter.

According to sources who spoke with TMZ, the menu included “Branzino Alla Brace, Gemelli, Melanzane Alla Parmigiana, Pollo Al Mattone, and Mezza Maniche Cacio E Pepe” as the guests enjoyed an Italian-styled menu. It’s said that the aforementioned Statter arranged everything for a wonderful evening.

Kim Kardashian Reveals “Manny” For Saint West

LOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 20: Kim Kardashian is seen on October 20, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Rachpoot/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images)

Away from her birthday celebrations, Kim has also been working for ways to work with her son as a single mom. The latest episode of The Kardashians revealed that following her split from Kanye, Kim Kardashian hired a male nanny for her son, Saint. “It’s really hard for me to be really strict and to discipline a lot. My parents weren’t strict at all and sometimes because I’m really busy, it would be amazing if I had a partner who would tap me out and take over and handle it but, you know, it can’t happen like that. I do think that my household and even our family is very female-dominated. I recently hired a manny [because] I really wanted a male around that would be picking them up and taking them to sports, and I was scared out of my mind to tell their dad that,” Kim explained.

She clarified that while she was scared to tell him, Kanye is fully on board with the idea. “When he was dropping off the kids, Kanye introduced himself. They played two-on-two with Saint and him. He’s been so nice to him, like ‘Hey, if you’re going to help raise my son’ — because he handed him the ball really easily or something — he’s like, ‘Don’t do that, have him get it himself. It’s some of the rules I would want.’ And I was like ‘Oh my God, okay’,” Kim continued.

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Dom Kennedy’s “Get Home Safely” Turns 10

October 16, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Oct. 15th, 2023 marked the 10th anniversary of Dom Kennedy’s second studio album, Get Home Safely via The Other Peoples Money Company. The Futuristiks and DrewByrd served as the album’s primary producers, along with DJ Mustard, DJ Khalil, and more. It followed Kennedy’s 2011 debut, From the Westside With Love II, which established him as a major name within the LA rap scene.

While it serves as his most celebrated release to date, Get Home Safely marked a significant milestone in a thriving West Coast scene during the 2010s. It also signified a shift in a post-blog-era world where rappers could flourish independently. Today, we revisit Dom Kennedy’s Get Home Safely for its 10th anniversary.

Read More: 10 Essential Dom Kennedy Tracks

Dom Kennedy’s Magnum Opus

Get Home Safely is arguably Dom Kennedy’s magnum opus. Not only does the music speak for itself, but the album’s critical and commercial success attests to its legacy. It debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard US Rap chart and it is also Kennedy’s highest selling album. Dom moved over 10,000 copies in the album’s first week.

Get Home Safely painted a vivid portrait of LA culture from the perspective of Dom Kenned. His cool, calm, and collected flow encapsulates the unfiltered everyday life in the City of Angels like in “Let’s Be Friends” and “After School.” Then, there are records like “Black Bentleys” that capture Dom tapping into his full songwriting potential as he reflects on the humble beginnings that shaped his career. It’s the honesty, authenticity, and pensiveness across this album that defined Kennedy’s legacy.

Ahead of its release, Dom Kennedy expressed to HipHopDX that Get Home Safely was the album he always wanted to make. He had gone on his first global tour and aspired towards “leaving a real legacy.” Ten years later, it appears that Get Home Safely did just that.

An Ambassador For A Resurging West Coast

By 2013, the West Coast was experiencing a renaissance of rising talent. Los Angeles bloomed with collectives like Odd Future, TDE, and Pac Div. Meanwhile, artists like Casey Veggies, Vince Staples, and YG also helped usher in a new era for the West Coast. Like many of these emerging acts, Dom Kennedy was in his own lane, carving out his own niche while championing the West Coast. More importantly, Kennedy waved the flag for independence with The Other Peoples Money Company while many of his peers began signing with the majors.

Features on From the Westside With Love II came from all over America, but Get Home Safely was strictly a West Coast affair. Respected legends like Krondon of Strong Arm Steady appeared on the album, but it also spotlighted the wave of buzzing artists in LA’s hip-hop scene. Nipsey Hussle and Ty Dolla $ign featured on Get Home Safely; both of whom eventually became stars in their own right. Additionally, rappers Skeme and TeeFLii contributed verses, making the album a glimpse into LA rap’s bright future. On his second studio album, Dom Kennedy was at the helm of introducing the next generation of west coast hip hop. Simultaneously, he was setting an example for independent success.

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Blueface & Jaidyn Alexis Hold Hands In Cute Photos Taken After This Weekend’s Concert

September 24, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Jaidyn Alexis and Chrisean Rock have more in common than their shared bond with Blueface. Both women also seem to lack the personal boundaries to keep themselves out of the 26-year-old’s life, no matter how toxic things between them become. We’ve lost sight of the number of times that the Baddies cast member has walked away from Blue, only to turn around and run right back into his arms. When Alexis declared earlier this month that she was over her baby daddy, and didn’t plan to fulfill the rest of her MILF Music contract, fans believed that we might actually see a woman successfully escape the “Thotiana” rapper.

Unfortunately, the excitement and support for the mother of two’s journey as a solo artist died off quickly. This was because Blueface was back at her home, tormenting her in a matter of days. While he obviously gets on her nerves from time to time, the California native also provides Alexis with plenty of unique opportunities, such as performing one of her singles during his show in Los Angeles this weekend. The crowd was notably singing along with the 25-year-old, although a fight did break out between a group of women at one point in the evening.

Jaidyn Alexis and Her Baby Daddy Kiss and Make Up

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Rock has made it clear that while she and Blue love each other, they’re not together romantically at this time. Alexis, on the other hand, was photographed putting on displays of PDA with her co-parent, as shown in the photos above. The pair has an undeniably natural chemistry, likely because they’ve been in each other’s lives for so long.

Despite all those who have been praying on her downfall, Jaidyn Alexis continues to thrive in her rap career. Three singles have already come out from the rising star, one of which Latto has seemingly been streaming lately. Read more about that at the link below, and let us know if you think Blueface is better off partnering with his first or second baby mama in the comments.

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Chad Johnson Reveals He Used To Be A Stripper

September 21, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Cincinnati Bengals legend Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson revealed a surprising part of his history during a recent live stream. Johnson claimed that back in 1997, while attending Santa Monica College, he worked as a stripper to help pay his bills. “I used to strip at The Right Track. I used to be a dancer. I could tell you cause we family. 1997, I was in LA. My mom was out there but I really couldn’t live with my mama, so I had a place in Santa Monica. Sometimes I was short on my light bill. Them candles, light em. I used to strip. I used to be a dancer. If anybody in the chat is from LA that’s a little bit older, I used to strip at The Right Track. I bullshit you not.”

He continued, detailing what sort of money he was making. “Back then, you danced for the big women. The big women tip you good. You know having $2,500, $3,000 back in 1997 as a little kid, you know how much money that is? Boy, I was making a killing. But sometimes I had to miss work because I had football practice, you know how it is.” Johnson transferred to Oregon State after the 1999 season and spent one season with the Beavers. He was a second-round draft pick in 2001 and spent the next decade or so in the NFL. Johnson retired in 2017 after stints in Canada and Mexico.

Johnson Offers “Women’s Upkeep” Course

However, it’s not the only surprising thing Johnson has done as of late. Recently, Johnson said he was offering to teach men how to do things to help care for the women in their lives.

In a post set to The City Girls’ “No Bars”, Johnson is seen styling one of his daughter’s hair. “Fellas you can save ya money if you learn to do all the basic necessities when it comes to a woman’s upkeep, sign up for my classes & YouTube tutorials, for only $20 you can save thousands a year taking my course. Read my bio for more info & what i excel at. ,” he wrote in the caption. Furthermore, Johnson changed his Instagram bio to reflect new passion. “6x certified Lash Artist, 53 years of horizontal experience, Esthetician & Zumba Instructor, Proud father of 85 & a possible.”

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Metro Boomin To Be Accompanied By Live Orchestra At LA Show

September 13, 2023 by newhiphopnews

It was recently announced that Metro Boomin will take the stage at the Dolby Theatre in LA next month. The award-winning producer will also be joined by the Symphonic Orchestra and their conductor, Anthony Parnther. The show is part of Red Bull Symphonic, and Metro Boomin’s the second artist to take part in the project. The performance is scheduled for October 26, 2023 and tickets go on sale this Friday (September 15).

“I’m very excited to be part of such an amazing music moment with Red Bull,” Metro Boomin explains. “I have a deep love and appreciation for orchestral music, which can be heard in many of the records I’ve produced. Now, with Red Bull Symphonic, we’re able to reimagine a whole body of work that I’m proud of in a live show with the talent of the Symphonic Orchestra, which has always been a dream of mine that I’m finally seeing come to life.”

Metro Boomin Will Be Joined By Symphonic Orchestra

Metro Boomin To Be Accompanied By Live Orchestra At LA Show — Metro Boomin attends an event to kicks off Gov Ball Weekend with ‘Heroes & Villains’ Pop-Up in Soho ahead of his performance Friday night on June 09, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Chance Yeh/Getty Images for Bravado)

In 2022, Rick Ross was joined by Orchestra Noir and Jason Ikeem Rodgers in Atlanta. The event intended to “[pay] homage to the heritage of hip-hop and the excellence of Black musicianship in the city of Atlanta.” In March of this year, the performer also dropped a 23-minute documentary about the event. “I really want [the audience] to take away the appreciation for the orchestra, Orchestra Noir,” he says in the documentary. “This isn’t something that happens a lot,” Rick Ross also added. “This is something different; rap artists collaborating with a full top-shelf orchestra. In 20 years from now, [the event] is something etched in stone, ‘It was dope.’”

Recently, Metro Boomin also performed at the 2023 MTV VMAs, reportedly hinting at his upcoming collaboration with Future. He also paid homage to his late mother, who tragically passed in 2022 as a result of an alleged murder-suicide. Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates on Metro Boomin.

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Kanye West And Bianca Censori Out And About Again

X4 Reportedly Arrested

Dr. Dre Celebrates KDAY’s 40th Anniversary

Sexyy Red Twerks To Celebrate Hottest Hood Princess (Deluxe)

Travis Scott’s UTOPIA Lands At SoFi Stadium: Watch His Massive Promo

Kim Kardashian Reveals “Manny” For Saint West

Dom Kennedy’s Magnum Opus

An Ambassador For A Resurging West Coast

Jaidyn Alexis and Her Baby Daddy Kiss and Make Up

Johnson Offers “Women’s Upkeep” Course

Metro Boomin Will Be Joined By Symphonic Orchestra