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Today In Hip Hop History: Snoop Dogg Dropped ‘The Last Meal’ LP 24 Years Ago

December 19, 2024 by newhiphopnews

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On this date in 2000, West Coast rap giant Snoop Dogg released his fifth full-length studio album entitled The Last Meal, which was released on Master P’s Dirty South, independent powerhouse, No Limit Records, as well as the first album on Snoop’s Doggystyle Records. This album was released during the “dog days” of Death Row, with Snoop and Dre parting ways with their former boss and label owner Suge Knight. The album was leaked on the internet on December 1, 2000, by Suge Knight who made all tracks downloadable in MP3 from the official site of his and Snoop Dogg’s former company Death Row Records, which featured links to tracks from both Tha Last Meal and Dead Man Walkin’ albums, asking visitors to “take The Snoop Dogg Challenge” and decide “song for song” which is the better album.

There was some heavy production on the album, with tracks primarily from Dr. Dre and Master P, adding Timbaland and Soopafly to the unique flavor of this project as well. The most recognizable track from the album was “Lay Low” a melodic track featuring Butch Cassidy, The Outsidaz with Nate Dogg singing the hook and Dr. Dre behind the boards, capturing that original G-funk sound of the 213.

Salute to Snoop, Master P, Dre and the entire No Limit/Death Row teams who helps mold this timeless classic!

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Master P’s Son Hercy Miller Among Suspects in Refrigerator Theft

December 9, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Hercy Miller, Master P’s son, was one of three men arrested for stealing a refrigerator on the Southern Utah University campus.

24-year-old Miller, along with 20-year-old Brock Felder and 25-year-old Peter Dadson, stole the fridge from the SUU Bookstore on Nov. 11. Surveillance footage shows the men loading the fridges into cars.

Police saw the stolen fridge in the home of one of the suspects. “[It] could be seen through the glass window of the front door while standing outside on the porch,” authorities said.

The suspects confessed to the theft and assumed they were being thrown out. According to KSL News Radio, the theft is a third-degree felony.

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Utah Prosecutor Will Move To Drop Master P’s Son Hercy Miller’s Theft Case

December 7, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Master P‘s son and basketball star, Hercy Miller, will not face any charges in the alleged Utah University theft case by prosecution, according to local news. Miller, 24, was among three students arrested on theft charges just before Thanksgiving after allegedly taking refrigerators from a campus loading dock. Each had faced a single count of theft for items valued between $1,500 and $4,999. TMZ Sports reports that prosecutors have filed a motion to dismiss the case against him, citing undisclosed reasons. A judge is expected to rule on the matter next week, potentially clearing Miller of any involvement.

According to police reports filed in Iron County, the trio reportedly removed two refrigerators, each worth $1,500, from the loading dock of the university bookstore on November 11. Security footage captured the students loading the appliances into two vehicles before driving off. Authorities identified the suspects and their vehicles using the university’s directories. One refrigerator was later discovered inside an apartment shared by two of the students, visible through the front door, while the second was located in the garage of the third suspect’s home.

Master P’s son, Hercy Miller, Catches A Break In Misunderstood Utah Theft Case

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The theft was initially reported to university police on November 22, and arrests were made on November 27. According to the Iron County Sheriff’s Office, Master P’s son and other students were released from custody the following day. Master P would share with the press that the arrest was a misunderstanding that would be dropped soon.

When questioned, the suspects offered conflicting explanations. One claimed the theft was another suspect’s idea, stating he only assisted in loading the refrigerators. Another said the group assumed the appliances were being discarded, as they had been sitting on the dock for nearly a month. However, according to the police, none of the suspects sought confirmation from campus staff before taking the items. Miller, #15, plays Guard for Southern Utah University.

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Master P’s Son Arrested For Allegedly Stealing Refrigerators From University

December 6, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Master P’s son Hercy Miller was reportedly arrested by authorities for allegedly stealing refrigerators from the Southern Utah University (SUU) campus, according to PEOPLE. Moreover, police also reportedly arrested two other students for the alleged crime, which they claim consisted of stealing two refrigerators worth $1,500 each from the loading dock of the campus bookstore. The arrest – which took place on November 27 – stemmed from one count of theft, and all students play on the SUU Thunderbirds basketball team. The rapper and hopeful NBA coach is probably not very happy about all this, but he hasn’t said anything about it as of writing this article.

Back to the alleged crime at hand, security footage reportedly shows Master P’s son and his colleagues putting the refrigerators into their vehicles on November 11. In addition, police reportedly spotted the appliances in two men’s apartments and in the third’s garage, but Miller and his friend said that they thought staff was throwing the refrigerators out because they were on the loading dock for “almost a month.” One of the alleged perpetrators claimed that he thought that the refrigerators were good to take because staff was allegedly throwing them away. This is slightly ironic given the completely unrelated legal advice that the New Orleans rapper recently gave.

Master P’s Son Arrested For Alleged Refrigerator Theft

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However, one of the alleged perpetrators admitted that he helped put the refrigerators in the vehicles, but placed the blame of the whole operation on another perpetrator. We’ll see if Master P himself says anything about his son’s alleged crimes. Elsewhere, he’s dealing with some legal issues of his own, such as his lawsuit alongside Snoop Dogg against Walmart for allegedly sabotaging their cereal brand.

Also, Master P loves to chime into hip-hop occasionally, especially the Super Bowl halftime show controversy in his hometown of New Orleans. “Salute to Kendrick Lamar for performing at the halftime show at Super Bowl LIX.. well deserved,” he shared on Instagram. “He’s one of the hottest music artists in the world and has one of the biggest songs right now. As Ambassador of Entertainment in the City of New Orleans I have to agree with the fans that Lil Wayne should be a part of this celebration as well. He’s one of the greatest Hip Hop artists alive, still relevant and he’s a New Orleans native. Let’s not miss this cultural moment in the South. Life is too short! We have to give our legends their flowers while they are here. #Godisgood Change starts with us.”

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Master P Explains How To Avoid Legal Scandals Like The Indictment Against Diddy

September 30, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Even though Diddy faces the brunt of the accusations against him alone, his federal indictment and slew of lawsuits also provoked a lot of tough conversations about celebrity culture and complicity. Some see this situation as a product of one man’s alleged behavior, others think that more famous people are involved, and a few believe that the nature of industry and power dynamics always keeps the root for this abhorrence alive. But some stars are making it clear that they did not give in, according to them. For example, Master P recently spoke to WGNO-TV / ABC26 / WNOL38 about how he avoided the path that Sean Combs allegedly went down.

“Because I realized I had the same friends I had when I started out,” Master P said of the Diddy scandal, positing that he eschewed clout-chasers during his rapid rise in favor of his circle before the fame. “I think a lot of these people don’t realize that a lot of these people want to be your friend once you make it. My thing is, this about a family. We stronger together. Whatever we have, we gon’ share it with each other.

Master P Speaks On The Diddy Situation

P’s Puffy remarks begin at around the 5-minute mark.

“A lot of people want to meet people and hang out with people,” Master P added while championing his mission to “uplift the people around [him]” through upward mobility and evolution. “But I realized that people really just want to be with you because now you’re successful, so I stick to myself.” Also, he expressed his belief that the Diddy case unfairly overshadows other positive stories within hip-hop. “People show all the negative stuff, but look at all the positive things we’ve been doing all these years that don’t go viral.”

As far as other pop culture headlines this year, Master P also chimed into the discussion around his home city of New Orleans’ Super Bowl next year. “Salute to Kendrick Lamar for performing at the halftime show at Super Bowl LIX.. well deserved,” he shared on IG. “He’s one of the hottest music artists in the world and has one of the biggest songs right now. As Ambassador of Entertainment in the City of New Orleans I have to agree with the fans that Lil Wayne should be a part of this celebration as well. He’s one of the greatest hip-hop artists alive, still relevant and he’s a New Orleans native. Let’s not miss this cultural moment in the South. Life is too short! We have to give our legends their flowers while they are here. #Godisgood Change starts with us.”

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Jay-Z Issued A Statement Of Support After Kendrick Lamar Was Announced As The Super Bowl 2025 Halftime Show Performer

September 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

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Apple Music Super Bowl 2025 Halftime Show is already facing backlash. Today (September 8), Kendrick Lamar was announced as the show’s featured performer. Given the chart-topping year Kendrick has had and his victory in the Drake beef, you’d think the public would rally behind the choice. However, this not the case for one understandable reason—its location.

Next year, the big game is heading to New Orleans. Based on the alone hip-hop heads assumed Lil Wayne was a sure in, which included his longtime engineer Fabian Marasciullo. Well, not Jay-Z. Thanks to his role as the NFL’s music strategist and the Roc Nation partnership with the league, he’s opinion far outweighs the public. In a statement, Jay-Z stood by Kendrick Lamar’s selection.

“Kendrick Lamar is truly a once-in-a-generation artist and performer,” he said. “His deep love for hip-hop and culture informs his artistic vision. He has an unparalleled ability to define and influence culture globally. Kendrick’s work transcends music, and his impact will be felt for years to come.”

Jay-Z isn’t alone. Former Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show headliner, Rihanna, subtly showed her support by liking Kendrick’s reveal post on Instagram.

Contrarily, Master P agreed with users online’s sentiments urging that Lil Wayne be considered for the slot.

“As Ambassador of Entertainment in the City of New Orleans I have to agree with the fans that Lil Wayne should be a part of this celebration as well,” he wrote. “He’s one of the greatest hip-hop artists alive, still relevant and he’s a New Orleans native. Let’s not miss this cultural moment in the South. Life is too short! We have to give our legends their flowers while they are here.”

The show isn’t set until February 2025, so this saga is far from over.

‘Dear Fathers’ Podcast Goes To Houston With First Live Episode Featuring Icon Master P

May 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Dear Fathers, a leading hub at the intersection of fatherhood and culture, is excited to announce the expansion of their popular celebrity fatherhood podcast with their first live episode. This momentous event will feature Hip Hop mogul and entrepreneur Master P and his son Mercy Miller. The special episode will take place in Downtown Houston on June 3, 2024.

The Dear Fathers Podcast serves as a safe space for Black men to have authentic conversations about navigating the complexities of fatherhood. With over 5 million social media impressions monthly, the platform has become a vital resource for Black fathers seeking community and support.

This live event offers a unique opportunity for attendees to connect with other fathers as they explore themes of fatherhood, manhood, mental health, generational wealth, and more. Master P and Mercy’s participation will allow Dear Fathers to provide their engaging and relatable content to a broader audience.

Previous notable interviews on the Dear Fathers Podcast include NBA Legend Shaquille O’Neal, Rapper Pusha T, NBA All-Star Bradley Beal, Comedian Cedric the Entertainer, Actor Kel Mitchell, Comedian Chico Bean, Actor Isaiah John, and many more!

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Master P Promises An NBA Championship If Made A New Orleans Coach

May 14, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Master P is one of the most vocal basketball fans in all of hip-hop. His “Make ‘Em Say Ughh” video was set on a court, and he spent years playing professional ball for the CBA and ABA. He even spent a brief stint on the Toronto Raptors training camp roster. The man born Percy Miller has basketball in his blood, and he wants to put his passion to good use. He told TMZ that he wants to be considered for a coaching position with his hometown team, the New Orleans Pelicans. To describe him as “confident” would be an understatement.

The New Orleans Pelicans went 49-33 last season, but Master P is hopeful for the future. He thinks within a few years time that the team could be a legitimate contender. And he wants to join the ride. “I think we got a great team,” the rapper explained. “I just think that maybe we gotta wait a couple more years.” His solution for those wanted to see the team win ASAP? Hire him. P is so sure of his coaching skills that he promised the Pelicans would win an NBA title in 2025 if they made use of him as a coach. “Y’all need to put me on the coaching staff next year,” he asserted. “We gonna win the whole thing.”

Master P Has Wanted To Coach The Pelicans For Years

Master P has been trying to coach the Pelicans for a half decade. He sang a similar tune to TMZ in 2020, when he noted that his experience as an entertainer would bring more eyes to the franchise. “The NBA is entertainment, I think it’s time for me to be the first hip-hop coach,” he claimed. “If they bring me in as a head coach or assistant coach, I think I can change the game.” He also spoke highly of Zion Williamson, who remains the Pelicans’ star player.

It’s ironic that Master P’s success as a rapper has put in such a powerful position, because it initially held him back in his basketball career. He claimed that his explicit lyrics made him a target when he played on the Charlotte Hornets training camp team. “The GM, Bob Bass, called me in and said, ‘You can play. You are a helluva basketball player, but your music is pure filth and it’s a Bible Belt city,’”, he recalled. “And they let me go.” Only time will tell if Master P’s Pelicans dream will come true.

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Happy Birthday To New Orleans Hip Hop Pioneer Master P!

April 29, 2024 by newhiphopnews

The Source Magazine sends a big born day shout out to the No Limit general

We want to give a big Happy Birthday shout out to Master P (aka Percy Miller), who was born on April 29, 1970 in the city New Orleans. He used money from a malpractice settlement to open No Limit Records, a store which became the multi-million dollar label and a household name.

His artists crowded the Hip Hop charts in the late 90s and Master P expanded his empire into film, sports management and socially conscious music. He’s constantly on the Forbes list for top earners in Hip Hop, but he made an awakening birthday post announcement on Instagram (@officialmasterp) that says praying and being thankful for his blessings is what keeps him grounded.