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Reason Officially Leaves TDE

June 18, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Reason has officially announced his departure from Top Dawg Entertainment after months of rumors that he was gearing up for a change. He confirmed the move in a lengthy statement on Instagram, Tuesday. He thanked both his labelmates as well as his fans for their continued support over the years.

“THE LAST 7 YEARS HAVE BEEN INCREDIBLE, AND I’VE APPRECIATED ALL THE TIME AND EXPERIENCES THAT HAVE COME WITHIN THAT SPAN OF TIME,” he began. “I CAN’T EVEN PUT INTO WORDS THE SURREAL FEELING I’VE HAD OF BEING ABLE TO SHARE MY THOUGHTS, EXPRESSIONS, EMOTIONS, STORIES, AND EXPERIENCES WITH YOU ALL THROUGH THE PLATFORM PROVIDED TO ME BY TOP DAWG ENTERTAINMENT.”

Reason Performs At The 92.3 Real Street Festival

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA – AUGUST 10: Rapper Reason performs onstage during the 92.3 Real Street Festival at Honda. Center on August 10, 2019, in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images)

From there, Reason confirmed that he is officially done with TDE. He explained: “I WANT TO GIVE A HUGE THANK YOU TO TOP HIMSELF, NOT ONLY FOR GIVING ME A CHANCE TO LIVE OUT MY DREAM BUT ALSO FOR HEARING ME AND UNDERSTANDING MY DECISION TO TRAVEL A DIFFERENT PATH AFTER THE YEARS. THERE’S TRULY NO WORDS FOR THE AMOUNT OF RESPECT I HAVE FOR YOU, AND THAT’LL NEVER CHANGE, NO MATTER WHAT. I ALSO WANT TO THANK EVERY SINGLE TDE FAN WHO EMBRACED ME AND ALLOWED ME TO SHARE MY MUSIC WITH THEM. THERE’S NO WORLD IN WHICH YOU DONT MEAN THE ABSOLUTE MOST TO ME. LAST BUT NOT LEAST, A THANK YOU TO ALL THE ARTISTS WHO EMBRACED ME.” Reason first signed with TDE back in 2018, dropping his debut with the imprint, There You Have It, later that year. He followed that up with New Beginnings in 2020. Check out his full departure announcement below.

Reason Officially Departs TDE

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In the comments section, fans shared plenty of support for Reason and expressed their excitement for what’s to come. Be on the lookout for further updates on Reason and Top Dawg Entertainment on HotNewHipHop.

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Boosie Badazz Hits Charleston White With A Harsh Reality Of Life

June 18, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Boosie Badazz and Charleston White have butted heads in the past. Overall, White has had beef with plenty of hip-hop artists. At the end of the day, he is an internet personality who knows how to get himself seen. Unfortunately for him, some of the things he has said have led to him getting blackballed from certain events or venues. A good example of this came when Louisiana comedy club owners canceled one of his shows.

At the time, White was livid about this and felt like Boosie had something to do with it. Subsequently, he went online and claimed that he called the federal authorities on the rapper. It was all a bizarre display and fans were not sure whether or not to believe it. Well, Boosie Badazz was on VladTV recently, and he was asked about White’s comments. As you can see, he had a good laugh about White’s supposed connections with the Feds. That said, he did have some good advice for White, moving forward.

Boosie Badazz Speaks His Mind

Overall, he told White to be mindful of how he speaks to people. Although freedom of speech is law, there are still consequences to your actions. However, White hasn’t exactly shown that he understands this concept. Regardless, it doesn’t seem like Boosie Badazz is too worried about White. He know what White’s game is, and it doesn’t appear like he has any desire to feed into it, going forward.

Let us know what you think about these comments from Boosie Badazz, down below. Do you believe that the issues between Boosie and Charleston White can be resolved? How do you feel about White calling the Feds on Boosie for something like this? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

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Are Ella Mai And Jayson Tatum Still Dating?

June 18, 2024 by newhiphopnews

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A lot of celebrity relationships tend to be front-page news, but one that tends to fly relatively under the radar is the supposed duo of Grammy-winning singer Ella Mai and Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum. Tatum and his Celtics just won the NBA Finals, of course, so all eyes are on him. That makes now a good time to ask:

Are Ella Mai And Jayson Tatum Still Dating?

As People notes, the two have been linked since 2020, but neither of them have actually publicly confirmed the apparent relationship. The two made their first public appearance together, though, at Michael Rubin’s Fourth Of July White Party in the Hamptons in 2020.

The two were also both at former Celtic teammate Marcus Smart’s wedding in 2023, and Tatum was spotted at Mai’s birthday party last November.

As for where things stand with Tatum and Mai now, the singer was spotted rocking a Tatum jersey as she celebrated the Celtics’ victory last night. So, whatever connection Tatum and Mai have, it appears to be doing just fine.

Meanwhile, Mai’s latest album is 2022’s Heart On My Sleeve, which followed her Billboard 200 top-5 self-titled debut album from 2018. Her biggest hit song to date is 2018’s “Boo’d Up,” which managed a peak at No. 5 on the Hot 100 chart.

Jayson Tatum Quoted A Legendary Kanye West Grammys Speech After Winning His First Title

June 18, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Jayson Tatum has never missed the NBA Playoffs in his career, but as the years of playoff appearances without a championship mounted, questions grew louder about whether he and Jaylen Brown could lead the Boston Celtics to a title together.

On Monday night, they put those questions to rest for good with a dominant five-game Finals win over the Dallas Mavericks to bring Boston its 18th NBA championship, but the first for the storied franchise in 16 years. The emotions poured out of Tatum on the court as the final buzzer sounded, as he bent over, head in his hands, realizing the weight that had finally been pulled off of him.

At the team’s championship celebration later that night, Tatum hopped on the microphone and addressed all those questions about what would happen if he and Brown never won a title with the Celtics, borrowing Kanye West’s line from his legendary Grammys speech, saying “I guess we’ll never know.”

Jayson Tatum dropping a Kayne quote

“Everybody was wondering what would happen if we didn’t win. I guess we’ll never know.” pic.twitter.com/buL1pTVRMt

— CelticsMuse (@CelticsMuse) June 18, 2024

Tatum’s teammates loved it, especially Jaylen Brown, and Tatum quite literally dropped the mic and walked off, Larry O’Brien in hand, to continue his celebration. The Celtics will take a few days to celebrate their title down in Miami, enjoying some beach time before they come back to Boston for their parade on Friday. We’ll see if Tatum breaks this back out on the parade stage or if he finds any more quotes to borrow for his speech in front of the Celtics faithful.

What Movie Is Jordan Peele Releasing In 2026?

June 18, 2024 by newhiphopnews

The year is almost half over, and we are still reeling from last year’s various delays to Hollywood’s release schedules. One of the more highly anticipated projects is Jordan Peele’s next flick after the success of his 2022 horror movie NOPE, which not only helped shuffle in a new appreciation for The Scorpion King, but also helped validate Peele’s role as the next great horror director. Unfortunately, we will have to wait a little longer until we get another spooky adventure.

Peele is set to direct his currently untitled fourth film, which is now scheduled for an October 23, 2026 release date. The director announced the new date on his Instagram:

Universal Pictures had previously planned a December 2024 release, though that clearly isn’t on the calendar anymore. In fact, we don’t even know what the movie is about–all we have is the date, which is over two years out.

In January, Peele spoke with Conan O’Brien about his next project, which had been delayed for several reasons. He explained, “It’s been an interesting year because the writer’s strike had had me in a state of listening, and that’s where I need to be,” the writer/director said on the Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend podcast when asked about any upcoming projects.

He did share one tidbit: “I do feel like my next project is clear to me, and I’m psyched that I have another film that, you know, could be my favorite movie if I make it right.” Hopefully, he feels like he’s had enough time to make it right.

Young Thug’s Brother Unfoonk Bamboozles Fans With Cryptic Message: “Should I Set The Record Straight”

June 18, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Young Thug, as everyone knows at this point, is still working tirelessly to make his case and be a free man in the near future. Unfortunately, it seems that every other day presents a new setback for the Atlanta, Georgia influencer and multi-hyphenate. One of them involves his brother and fellow YSL rapper, Unfoonk. Many fans observing this case closely feel that he screwed over his blood relative by accepting his plea deal nearly one year ago. To recap, Unfoonk pleaded guilty to one count of violating the state’s RICO act in addition to another count of theft by receiving stolen property. It led to a 12-year sentence, which includes 10 on probation. Now, Young Thug’s brother has a message that is seemingly making him more enemies by the second.

According to HipHopDX, Unfoonk was all sorts of cryptic, sharing the note on his Instagram story. “Should I set the record straight or let the world think what they wanna think”, he said. Clearly, there is no telling what he could be possibly referring to, other than some stray link to the YSL RICO case. Obviously, fans were leaving with more questions rather than answers.

Thug’s Brother Continues To Dig Himself In A Hole

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Those inquisitions mostly centered around the grammatical errors surrounding the message. “Are or or?” questions mostly flood the comments section, as well as telling Unfoonk to hush up. “Shut da hell up till da case over”, one user writes. “Bruh Nb Checking Fa You . How Thug Doing,” another chimes in. More should come of this, so be sure to stick around for more.

What are your thoughts on Young Thug’s brother Unfoonk asking this ambiguous question? What do you think he is referring to here? Do you think he is hurting this case more than he is helping, why or why or not? 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 Young Thug & the YSL RICO case. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.

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Sexyy Red Is Sick Of Other Artists Stealing Her Style, Calls Herself The “Blueprint”

June 18, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Overall, Sexyy Red is an artist who has certainly proven to be a bit controversial. This is mostly due to the NSFW nature of her songs. As many of you know, she is rapping about sex, her body, and various other topics that can be seen as offensive. However, her songs are catchy and she has made quite a few hits in just a short amount of time. Over the past year, she has ascended the ranks and is considered one of the hottest women rappers out right now.

While Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, and Megan Thee Stallion were all known for being open and honest about their sexuality, there is no doubt that Sexyy Red took it to a different level. In fact, other artists are now following suit as Sexyy’s wave is what’s popular. Consequently, Sexyy Red is seemingly feeling slighted by the sheer amount of clones she’s seen. So much so that she took to her Instagram story and wrote “I’m you hoes blueprint & I’m gettin sick of it.”

Sexyy Red Makes A Statement

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As you can see, there were no names mentioned in Sexyy’s post. Instead, she simply included a bag of hot Cheetos and a plushy shaped like a penis. Regardless, there is no doubt that the artist is feeling some type of way right now. That said, when you are a pioneer in your craft, people are going to want to copy you. Imitation can be the highest form of flattery.

Let us know what you think of these comments from Sexyy Red, down below. Do you believe that her style is truly the blueprint for a lot of the artists we see today? Or do you believe that it is a bit premature of her to say something like that? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

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Young Thug Trial: Judge Refuses To Step Down After Ex-Parte Meeting Debacle

June 18, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Judge Ural Glanville is refusing to step down and declare a mistrial in the case against Young Thug and other members of YSL after attorney Brian Steel requested he do so in a motion, this week. The drama stems from a court date, last week, where Steel revealed that he learned of a secret ex-parte meeting between Glanville, prosecutors, and a key witness named Kenneth Copeland. Steel became livid in the courtroom, labeling the discussion illegal and grounds for a mistrial. In response, Glanville held him in contempt of court for not revealing who leaked details of the meeting.

Addressing the request, Glanville said at a hearing on Tuesday that the complaints are “bare assertions and legal conclusions which aren’t sufficient for the court to grant your motion.” In the filing, Steel accused Glanville of working with the prosecution to convict Young Thug. He wrote: “The court has become a member of the prosecution team in an effort to thwart Mr. Williams’ [Young Thug] Constitutional right to a fair trial. This court must be recused, the court and the prosecution have violated Mr. Williams’ rights and the Indictment must be dismissed after a mistrial is declared.”

Young Thug’s Attorney, Brian Steel, Arrives At Court

Brian Steel, attorney for rapper Young Thug, arrives at the Fulton County Courthouse on November 27, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. Opening statements are to begin in the case against 31-year-old US rapper Young. Thug and 28 others, who are facing a racketeering indictment accusing the defendants of a number of offenses that support an overarching conspiracy charge, including murder, assault, carjacking, drug dealing, as well as theft. (Photo by Christian Monterrosa / AFP) (Photo by CHRISTIAN MONTERROSA/AFP via Getty Images)

Steel further wrote: “Mr. Williams’ trial is constitutionally fractured, unfair and lacks all constitutional, statutory and ethical safeguards and protections of due process of law. No intellectually honest person could believe that coercing witness Copeland to testify in a ‘star chamber’ setting meets Constitutional muster.” He argues that Copeland reneged on a plan to testify in exchange for immunity, but Glanville and the prosecution pressured him into changing his mind again. “This is witness intimidation, coercion and the court has become a member of the prosecution team in assisting the prosecution to induce a material witness to testify,” he explained.

“I’m going to ask him how much pressure, if any, the court put on him, and you’re going to be the one instructing the jury,” Steel later said to Glanville at Tuesday’s hearing. “And I just can’t imagine how that’s fair to Mr. Williams.” Be on the lookout for further updates on Young Thug and the YSL trial on HotNewHipHop.

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Rob49 Pays Bail For Three Dads On Father’s Day

June 18, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Father’s Day is one of the most special and significant holidays of the year. It gives loved ones in the parents’ lives a chance to celebrate them and recognize them for all of the amazing things that they do each day. They certainly deserve all of the love and admiration for what they are able to provide for their families. Unfortunately, not every dad on the planet is fortunate enough to enjoy that special day. However, New Orleans, Louisiana rapper Rob49, wanted to give three lucky dads a chance to celebrate Father’s Day this year.

According to various sources, including The Shade Room, the rising star decided to pay off three separate bails this past weekend for dads who were locked up for “petty crimes”/nonviolent offenses. Speaking with WDSU NewsChannel 6, Rob49 expressed how important father figures are as a whole. He was speaking from experience, revealing that his father was also incarcerated and how much he could have helped him if he was at home.

Rob49 Made Father’s Day Special For Three Families

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“Being able to help dads who did petty crimes —nothing major, but who don’t have the money to get out— that’s how you can change a little kid’s life”. In addition to this unforgettable gift, Rob49 also put on another installment of his annual Father’s Day concert held in NOLA. According to Complex, rappers who accompanied him on the June 15 event inlcuded Sexyy Red, Polo G, NoCap, Skilla Baby, and BossMan Dlow.

What are your thoughts on Rob49 paying the bail of three fathers for Father’s Day? Is this one of the kindest acts you have seen from a rapper lately, why or why not? 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 Rob49. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.

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300 Ent. & Malbon Threw The World’s Coolest Golf Tournament For A Great Cause

June 18, 2024 by newhiphopnews

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The cross-section of hip-hop and the game of golf is expanding significantly. Artists like Schoolboy Q and Tyler the Creator can be seen hitting the links or embracing the lifestyle, and let’s face it — that alone makes golf cooler than ever. Utilizing that newfound cool factor for a great cause that helps musical artists means uniting two worlds that often seem at odds.

Enter 300 Entertainment and Malbon. No brand on Earth exists at the nexus of club-and-ball culture and hip-hop’s stylish, forward-thinking ethos like Malbon, and they recently had a chance to flex those bonafides at the 3rd annual 300 Entertainment x Malbon Golf Tournament, which took place last week at New Jersey’s Alpine Country Club.

300 Entertainment is the mega-successful label behind artists like Fetty Wap, Gunna, Hunxho, and Young Thug. That success, of course, starts at the top with their co-founder and CEO, Kevin Liles. Along with the golf apparel’s founder, Stephen Malbon, Liles delivered opening and closing remarks and hosted the star-studded affair, which saw celebrities like Anthony Anderson, Jim Jones, and Ja Rule teeing up alongside NBA Champion J.R. Smith and World Series Champion CC Sabathia.

The tournament, a four-person-per-team scramble, was not just a game but a platform to support a significant cause. It was organized to benefit the Protect Black Art charity, which champions nationwide legislation defending creative freedom and expression. This cause holds a special place for the 300 Entertainment family, given the highly publicized RICO case against Young Thug, where his song lyrics have been frequently cited in court as he seeks to defend his innocence.

The partnership between Malbon and 300 is a powerful testament to their joint effort to protect First Amendment freedoms and ensure all artists have equal rights under the law.

The event also featured a 4:20 friendly installation hosted by Weed Maps, whiskey and refreshments provided by Bushmills, and additional sponsored support from Sprayground, Lexus, and JBL Audio. To cap off the proceedings, guests were treated to an exclusive performance by 300 breakout group WanMor during the award ceremony and closing reception. Ultimately, these efforts will help integrate hip-hop into country club culture, making it a cool, cutting-edge creative endeavor. But the larger fight for artists’ protection isn’t as simple as a hole-in-one.

With 300 Entertainment and Malbon giving voice to concerns that affect artists around the country and doing so in style, they’re helping to push the cultural conversation forward and create tangible change. By uniting hip-hop royalty and the innovative minds behind Malbon, both brands stand to amplify key voices and leverage their shared audience to raise awareness for an important cause and come together to help shape the future. Hopefully, with continued efforts like this, the protection of black art will become par for the course.