Music Archives - Page 1462 of 3762

Taylor Swift Postpones Rio De Janeiro Concert After Fan’s Death Amid “Extreme Temperatures”

November 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Taylor Swift has postponed her second Eras Tour concert in Rio de Janeiro due to “extreme temperatures.” The decision comes after a fan died attending her opening night show at Rio’s Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos on Friday.

“I’m writing this from my dressing room in the stadium,” Swift shared in a handwritten note on her Instagram Story, Saturday. “The decision has been made to postpone tonight’s show due to the extreme temperatures in Rio. The safety and well-being of my fans, fellow performers, and crew has to and always will come first.”

Taylor Swift Performs On Her “Eras Tour”

GLENDALE, ARIZONA – MARCH 17. Taylor Swift performs onstage for the opening night of “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour” at State. Farm Stadium on March 17, 2023 in Swift City, ERAzona (Glendale, Arizona). The city of Glendale, Arizona was ceremonially renamed to Swift City for March 17-18 in honor of The Eras Tour. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management)

Swift addressed the fan’s passing in a statement on Instagram prior to taking the stage on Friday night. “I can’t believe I’m writing these words but it is with a shattered heart that I say we lost a fan earlier tonight before my show,” Swift wrote at the time. “I can’t even tell you how devastated I am by this. There’s very little information I have other than the fact that she was so incredibly beautiful and far too young. I’m not going to be able to speak about this from stage because I feel overwhelmed by grief when I even try to talk about it. I want to say now I feel this loss deeply and my broken heart goes out to her family and friends. This is the last thing I ever thought would happen when we decided to bring this tour to Brazil.”

Taylor Swift Helps Fans Get Water

| @taylorswift13 making sure a fan needing water gets attended to in the extreme heat #RioDeJaneiroTSTheErasTour pic.twitter.com/UA7pwmnecP

— Taylor Swift Updates 🩵 (@swifferupdates) November 17, 2023

During the concert, Swift paused one of her songs to ensure a group of fans got water when they appeared in need. “There’s people that need water right here, maybe 30, 35, 40 feet back,” the singer said on stage, as seen in videos posted on social media by fans. “So whoever is in charge of giving them that, just make sure that happens. Can I get a signal that you know where they are?” Be on the lookout for further updates on Taylor Swift on HotNewHipHop.

[Via]

The post Taylor Swift Postpones Rio De Janeiro Concert After Fan’s Death Amid “Extreme Temperatures” appeared first on HotNewHipHop.

Diddy’s Ex-Bodyguard Alleges Kim Porter Once Slashed Bad Boy Mogul’s Wrist In Self Defense

November 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Diddy’s former bodyguard, Gene Deal, says that he once witnessed Kim Porter attack Diddy in self-defense. Speaking with The Art of Dialogue, Deal alleged that the since-deceased Porter slashed the Bad Boy mogul’s wrists in an attempt to protect herself from his abuse. The comments are circulating after Cassie recently filed a lawsuit against Diddy, accusing him of rape, sexual abuse, and more.

The conversation arose with Deal reacting to Diddy’s track dedicated to Porter on his new project, The Love Album: Off The Grid. “I think that’s a great thing to do, to honor the person that you said you love,” Deal said. “To honor the woman who gave you a scar on your wrist for the rest of your life that you could always look at and remember, you know what I’m saying?”

Diddy & Kim Porter Host Party In The Hamptons

EAST HAMPTON, NY – SEPTEMBER 02: Host Sean Combs and Kim Porter with their twin daughters D’Lila Star Combs and Jessie James Combs pictured at “The Real White Party” presented by Sean Combs at the Combs’ East Hampton estate on September 2, 2007 in East Hampton, New York. (Photo by Mat Szwajkos/CP/Getty Images for CP)

He continued: “One night, when they were at home, at Kim’s house […] he wanted to, you know, put his hands on her in the wrong way. And Kim took one of those corkscrews and ripped his wrists up and she hit an artery. And when she did that, he had to rush over to St. Luke’s Hospital.”

Gene Deal Discusses Diddy’s Relationship With Kim Porter

In Cassie’s lawsuit, she accused Diddy of several wrongdoings including rape, physical abuse, introducing her to alcohol and drugs, and more. She claimed that Diddy forced her to travel to luxury hotels across the United States where she would perform with male sex workers while he masturbated. When she attempted to leave the relationship, Diddy would allegedly threaten her career in the entertainment industry. The two have since reached a settlement. Be on the lookout for further updates on Diddy and Cassie on HotNewHipHop.

[Via]

The post Diddy’s Ex-Bodyguard Alleges Kim Porter Once Slashed Bad Boy Mogul’s Wrist In Self Defense appeared first on HotNewHipHop.

Tory Lanez Calls Adin Ross “His Favorite White Boy” In Message From Prison

November 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Adin Ross reiterated his support for Tory Lanez after the jailed rapper sent the streamer a voice message from prison. “Thank you my n-gga. Thank you for your support. You’re my favorite white boy. I appreciate everything that you that you do my n-gga. Showing me love and even at such a young age, my n-gga, I am just happy to see what you are doing. You got that Kick money now, my n-gga. You gotta make sure that I get a couple million as soon as I walk out of here,” Lanez told Ross via a message recorded in prison. Ross, who said he planned to play Lanez’s album on stream, reiterated his “free Tory” stance after the message played.

Ross has remained one of Lanez’s biggest allies on the outside, never missing an opportunity to declare “free Tory”. Back in September, Ross commented “I dont’ care, free Tory” on a TikTok made by Megan Thee Stallion. He later explained his actions on stream. “I’ma talk on the situation, real quick. This is all I’m gonna say: I’m not apologizing for sh-t. It’s still free Tory. Free him. He’s innocent. Alright? I don’t care! I’ve been canceled for way worse. This is not even bad what I’m saying. I hate this sh-t bro.”

Adin Ross Falls For Fake Song Scam

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by HOLLYWOOD UNLOCKED (@hollywoodunlocked)

Meanwhile, Ross has continued to prove that having money doesn’t equal common sense. Earlier this month, Ross revealed that he had paid $200,000 for an “unreleased Travis Scott and Kanye song”. However, while playing it live on his stream, he soon came to realize that he had been scammed and that the song was AI-generated. Of course, $200K is nothing to a man who allegedly makes millions a year. However, it’s not a great look for the self-proclaimed alpha male.

Despite this, Ross is reportedly getting serious about his health. “No more alcohol. No more bad food. [Enough] soda. No More. I weigh 180 pounds. Health is everything. I’m locked in now, I’m doing this sh-t for quatty. Now is the time for you guys to lock in with me, let’s do this sh-t together,” Ross wrote on Twitter a few weeks ago. In the past, Ross has been open about his struggles with a lean addiction. However, at least for now, Ross appears to be focusing on becoming more physically healthy.

[via]

The post Tory Lanez Calls Adin Ross “His Favorite White Boy” In Message From Prison appeared first on HotNewHipHop.

Drake Sings Whitney Houston And More At Toronto Karaoke Party

November 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Drake pulled up as a surprise guest to the Nostalgia Karaoke Party in Toronto last night. Drizzy hit up the joint to perform a few songs, some of which may be surprising to fans. The 6 God opened with Whitney Houston’s rendition of “I Will Always Love You”. He also pulled out Kim Davis’ “Hush” amidst a few other bangers. While Drake’s voice is a little rough, it’s nice to see him having a good time regardless. What did you think of Drizzy’s performances? Let us know in th comments.

The appearance comes a few days after the surprise release of Scary Hours 3, a surprise EP that, much like For All The Dogs, appeared to fuel a lot of beef. He also announced that he would be touring with J. Cole in 2024. The Cole collab will serve as an extension of this year’s It’s All a Blur Tour and will operate as the Big As The What? Tour. Meanwhile, It’s All a Blur was confirmed to be the highest-grossing rap tour of all time, despite less than half the shows having reported their revenue.

Drake Adds Hilarious Commentary To Raptors-Celtics

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by DJ Akademiks (@akademiks)

Meanwhile, Drake was one of the few Raptors fans having a good time during their game against the Celtics on Friday night. Drake’s highlights included poking fun at some of the Celtics’ bench players getting minutes in a close game. “Payton Pritchard’s out there looking like a crypto scammer,” Drake trolled as the rest of the broadcast team barely restrained their laughter. Pritchard, Boston’s 2020 first-round pick, put up 5-3-3 in 17 minutes against the Raptors.

However, as mentioned, Drake was likely the only one having fun in the Raptors fandom. While the Raptors kept it close, they were unable to topple the white-hot Celtics. Boston locked it down defensively in the final moments of the game and escaped with a 108-105 victory to improve to 10-2 on the season. Meanwhile, the Raptors fell to 5-7, dropping their second game in a row.

[via]

The post Drake Sings Whitney Houston And More At Toronto Karaoke Party appeared first on HotNewHipHop.

Travis Scott Interviews Himself At GQ Men Of The Year Awards

November 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Travis Scott asked himself his own questions while walking the red carpet at the GQ Men of the Year Awards at the Chateau Marmont in West Hollywood, last week. When one reporter approached him carrying flashcards, Scott took the cards and began asking himself the questions.

“‘You wanted to turn UTOPIA into a musical — is there a plan for a Broadway show yet?’ Fuck yeah, it is,” he said. “‘You said you wanted to study architecture at Harvard — which city’s architecture inspires you the most?’ Not gonna lie, Tokyo is kind of fire … Rome is fire …Pompeii is actually amazing … Chile is actually cr*zy […] Brazil is actually fucking beautiful.”

Travis Scott Attends GQ Men Of The Year Awards

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 16: Travis Scott attends the 2023 GQ Men of the Year at Bar Marmont on November 16, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic)

Scott previously revealed that he wanted to take Utopia to Broadway during a recent interview with GQ. He explained: “I wanted the album to be a play. I was trying to take Broadway — because the thing about Broadway theaters, they’re kind of small — I was trying to bring the idea of Broadway to bigger venues. Either plays in stadiums or plays in arenas, but still make it feel like a Broadway bill.” He added: “I love Jeremy O. Harris. He’s amazing. We were exploring all these different ideas. I met with him. I met with a couple of different people. We just talked about the idea of it happening. I was still trying to figure it out,” he said. Check out his Men of the Year red-carpet interview below.

Travis Scott Interviews Himself At Men Of The Year Awards

@gq

Travis Scott interviews himself on the #GQMOTY red carpet. #TravisScott #Utopia #Architecture

♬ original sound – GQ

Scott released Utopia back in July after years of delays. He’s been promoting the project on the Circus Maximus Tour since October and will continue doing so through January. Be on the lookout for further updates on Travis Scott on HotNewHipHop.

[Via]

The post Travis Scott Interviews Himself At GQ Men Of The Year Awards appeared first on HotNewHipHop.

Timbaland Impresses Fans With Hair Transplant Before & After Pics

November 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Timbaland shared pictures of his hair transplant on social media, last week, comparing what he looked like before and after. “You see @dr_haroldsiegel work,” Timbaland captioned the post while adding mind-blown emojis.

When The Shade Room shared the post, fans celebrated the iconic producer’s decision. “I’m honestly all for men doing things like this, teeth, and all, if women do it why can’t they enhance themselves too, I’m widdit,” one user wrote. Another added: “Yesss let’s normalize men not having to stay bald because of genetics!!!”

Timbaland & Swizz Beatz At The BET Hip Hop Awards

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – OCTOBER 03: In this image released on October 10, 2023, Timbaland (L) and Swizz Beatz (R) speak onstage during the BET Hip Hop Awards at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center on October 3, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Aaron J. Thornton/FilmMagic)

It’s not the first time Timbaland has thanked Dr. Harold Siegel for his work. During an update on the process of his hair transplant in September, he said in a video on Instagram: “Working out, changing your body, I can put the work in. This one — I have to go get work. There’s no getting around it. I started seeing things getting lighter and I’m like, ‘You know what? Let me do it earlier than later.’ I’m tryna tell y’all — don’t be jealous!” In his caption, he added: “A BIG heartfelt thank you to @dr_haroldsiegel and his team over at @naturaltransplantsclinic for taking care of me and giving me that extra care and attention with my new hair. Taking care of your hair early AND with the right doctor is key @naturaltransplantsclinic is where it’s at.” Check out the before and after photos from Timbaland’s hair transplant below.

Timbaland Shares Hair Transplant Update

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by The Shade Room (@theshaderoom)

The hair transplant update comes as Timbaland and Swizz Beatz continue to prepare for the highly-anticipated premiere of season 3 of Verzuz. Be on the lookout for further updates on Timbaland on HotNewHipHop.

[Via]

The post Timbaland Impresses Fans With Hair Transplant Before & After Pics appeared first on HotNewHipHop.

Diddy Forced Cassie To Use NSFW Terms While Searching For “Freak Off” Participants, Lawsuit Claims

November 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Diddy allegedly forced Cassie to use NSFW terms such as “large Black penises” while searching for participants in the voyeuristic sex acts he labeled, “Freak Offs.” For these, the two would travel to luxury hotels across the United States where Diddy would watch Cassie hook up with male sex workers while masturbating. Cassie’s recent lawsuit against the Bad Boy mogul, which she’s since settled, detailed the incidents.

Her filing claimed: “Ms. Ventura was eventually instructed to use websites and escort services to find male sex workers to participate in the FOs. Mr. Combs told Ms. Ventura to search for ‘large black penises’ on the website.”

Diddy & Cassie Attend GQ’s Men Of The Year Party

LOS ANGELES, CA – NOVEMBER 13: Musicians Sean “Diddy” Combs and Cassie Ventura attend the GQ Men of the Year Party at Chateau Marmont on November 13, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jeff Vespa/Getty Images For GQ)

Elsewhere in the lawsuit, Cassie accused Diddy of several wrongdoings including rape, physical abuse, introducing her to alcohol and drugs, and more. When she attempted to escape the relationship, Diddy would allegedly threaten her career in the entertainment industry. “Over the years that Mr. Combs abused Ms. Ventura physically and sexually, she again and again tried to escape his tight hold over her life,” the lawsuit stated. “Every time she hid, Mr. Combs’s vast network of corporations and affiliated entities found her, and those who worked for Mr. Combs’s companies implored her to return to him. Many went as far as to explicitly state that her failure to return to Mr. Combs would hinder her success in the entertainment industry.” The two settled just one day after Cassie filed the lawsuit.

Cassie Details Diddy’s “Freak Offs”

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by The Neighborhood Talk (@theneighborhoodtalk)

Despite the settlement, Diddy continues to proclaim he did no wrong. His lawyer, Ben Brafman, clarified the implications of the settlement in a statement provided to Page Six on Saturday. Brafman wrote: “Just so we’re clear, a decision to settle a lawsuit, especially in 2023, is in no way an admission of wrongdoing. Mr. Combs‘ decision to settle the lawsuit does not in any way undermine his flat-out denial of the claims. He is happy they got to a mutual settlement and wishes Ms. Ventura the best.” Be on the lookout for further updates on Diddy and Cassie on HotNewHipHop.

[Via]

The post Diddy Forced Cassie To Use NSFW Terms While Searching For “Freak Off” Participants, Lawsuit Claims appeared first on HotNewHipHop.

Rot Ken Shows Off Prison Shiesty In New Photos

November 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Rapper Rot Ken, currently serving 20 years in prison for burglary, dropped some new photos showing off prison life. The small collection of images shows Ken chilling in his cell with another inmate. Furthermore, several images show Ken improvising a shiesty out of a white shirt. Additionally, several full-body images appear to show that Ken has drawn a custom Nike swoosh on his prison sandals.

As mentioned, Ken is currently doing a 20-year sentence for armed burglary. He was originally arrested back in June on a double murder charge dating back to April. However, he was sentenced to the two-decade stint on armed burglary charges dating back to 2021. Furthermore, he is ineligible for parole until 2032. That is if the June murder charges don’t amount to any additional time behind bars. He is currently being held at the Georgia Diagnostic and Classification State Prison. While Ken is only facing incarceration, the GDCSP is also home to Georgia’s state execution chamber.

Rot Ken Shows Off Prison Life

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by No Jumper (@nojumper)

However, it’s not the first time that Ken has dropped some images from behind bars. Just a few days into his sentence, which began in early October, Ken released a handful of images showing him posting up with a group of inmates. “If You Think I’m Lien In My Raps Come Figure Me Out #FreeDaRest,” Ken wrote in the caption. Furthermore, the images showed Ken without his signature dreads. His newly shaved head was a detail that many fans fixated on when the images first dropped.

Fans have expressed their relief that Ken appears to be doing well behind bars. However, many called for his release and expressed concern that he wasn’t “leaving the street life” behind. Ken had been a rising star in the Atlanta scene, signed with Internet Money and slowly building his reputation. It remains to be seen if Ken, like many rappers before him, will continue to produce beats from jail.

[via]

The post Rot Ken Shows Off Prison Shiesty In New Photos appeared first on HotNewHipHop.

What Is Kodak Black’s Best-Selling Album?

November 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Kodak Black, the renowned rapper, has seen several of his albums achieve remarkable success. Through his nearly 10-year tenure in hip-hop, he’s garnered several platinum certifications from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Among his acclaimed works are Dying To Live, Painting Pictures, and Project Baby 2, each having attained platinum status. Unveiling the tie between these albums sheds light on Kodak Black’s artistic prowess and the reception of his music among audiences.

Dying To Live: A Pinnacle of Success

Dying To Live, Kodak Black’s sophomore studio album released in 2018, emerged as a significant milestone in his career. Laden with introspective lyrics and melodic tunes, it swiftly captivated audiences, resonating deeply with fans and critics alike. The album boasted a collection of hits like “ZEZE” and “Testimony,” showcasing Kodak Black’s evolution as an artist. The RIAA certified Dying To Live as platinum. This milestone affirmed its widespread appeal and solidified its position as a standout album in his discography.

Painting Pictures: A Defining Moment

Painting Pictures, Kodak Black’s debut studio album released in 2017, set the stage for his musical prominence. This album exemplified his distinctive style, blending raw storytelling with catchy beats. Hits such as “Tunnel Vision” and “Patty Cake” propelled the album’s success. These efforts earned critical acclaim and resonated with a diverse audience. Garnering a platinum certification from the RIAA, Painting Pictures established Kodak Black as a force to be reckoned with in the hip-hop scene.

Project Baby 2: A Testament to Versatility

Project Baby 2, an enthralling mixtape released in 2017, showcased Kodak Black’s versatility and musical range. Boasting collaborations with prominent artists like Offset and XXXTentacion, this project featured tracks that resonated deeply with his fanbase. With tracks like “Roll in Peace” and “Transportin’,” the mixtape not only garnered critical acclaim but also achieved platinum status certified by the RIAA. Its success further solidified Kodak Black’s ability to craft engaging and impactful music across different formats.

Conclusion

Kodak Black’s albums, Dying To Live, Painting Pictures, and Project Baby 2, hold significant weight in his career trajectory, all attaining platinum certifications from the RIAA. Each album stands as a testament to his musical growth, resonating with audiences worldwide and establishing his prowess as an artist.

Kodak Black’s ability to create music that connects with listeners on various levels has been a defining factor in his journey to musical stardom. With his platinum-certified albums, he continues to leave an indelible mark on the hip-hop landscape, showcasing not only his lyrical prowess but also his knack for crafting compelling musical narratives.

The post What Is Kodak Black’s Best-Selling Album? appeared first on HotNewHipHop.

The Men Of ‘SNL,’ Along With Jason Momoa, Can’t Help But Think About The Roman Empire, Much To The Ladies’ Chagrin

November 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Over the past few months, several women have taken to TikTok, noting that men frequently think about the Roman empire. This has since spawned memes with people describing fixations of their own as their personal “Roman empire.” Tonight (November 18), in a hilarious music video sketch on Saturday Night Live, the men of the cast doubled down on their fascination with this age.

The video opens with the fictional wives of guest host Jason Momoa, Mikey Day, and Kenan Thompson — played respectively by Ego Nwodim, Chloe Troast, and Punkie Johnson — singing of concerns that their husbands are fantasizing about other women. Momoa then delivers a hilarious rap, ensuring that there’s not lust for other women, but rather, a desire to return to the age of the Roman empire.

As the men continue to rap about how simple of a time the age of the Roman empire must’ve been, Nwodim expresses concern that the fascination is passing along to hers and Momoa’s fictional son.

But the son expresses that he is more interested in dinosaurs, which, like the Roman empire, are in the ground.

The ladies then suggest the men take up other interests — like astrology.

You can see the hilarious music video above.