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Conway The Machine Reveals Stacked Guestlist For Upcoming LP “SFK”

May 1, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Conway the Machine is a prolific rapper, everyone knows that. But he is also one of the most consistent when it comes to quality. You are really never going to get a bad album from the Buffalo, New York native. Sure, with the rate he drops, there will be the occasional snoozer for some. But you never listen to an album of his and want to turn it off. That is a huge reason why we are extremely excited to share that Conway the Machine will be dropping another new album in the next week called SFK.

According to Genius, this will be his fourth studio album amidst his massive discography. SFK will see a May 10 release and it will follow up a slew of projects from 2023. Those include offerings such as WON’T HE DO IT (his third album), Speshal Machinery, Palermo, Hall & Nash 2, and more. It will also be his second project of the year, coming after a special edition of Speshal called The Ghronic Edition with Big Ghost Ltd.

Conway The Machine Has A Loaded Album OTW

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According to HipHopNMore, Conway revealed the cover art about a week ago, which is a slant-faced emoji referencing to Conway’s alias as the Slant Faced Killer. Now, we have the guestlist, and it is absolutely loaded with stars and underground legends alike. Names include Swizz Beatz, The Alchemist, Cardo, Ab-Soul, Stove God Cooks, Joey Bada$$, and Conductor Williams, just to list a few. So, it is safe to say we are juiced for this release.

What are your thoughts on the features list for the upcoming album SFK by Conway the Machine? Do you think this project has the potential to be a top 10 rap album of the year, why or why not? What feature are you most excited to hear with Conway? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Conway the Machine. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.

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Toosii Hits Tory Lanez With Immense Praise, Sparks Fan Debate

May 1, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Toosii labeled Tory Lanez one of the “most talented” artists of his time in a post on Twitter, Tuesday, prompting plenty of debate from fans. “Love or hate him Tory Lanez one of the most talented artist of this generation,” Toosii argued. Lanez has been a controversial figure since Megan Thee Stallion accused him of shooting her in the foot back in 2020.

“Tweet a picture of a table if you held at gunpoint rn,” one user responded to the take. Another remarked: “You still got time to delete this.” Others came to Lanez’s defense. “He is the MOST talented male artist of our generation There isn’t anybody else like him,” one user wrote while also calling for his freedom.

Toosii Performs On Rod Wave’s “Nostalgia Tour”

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – DECEMBER 12: Toosii performs during the Rod Wave Nostalgia Tour at Smoothie King Center on December 12, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Erika Goldring/Getty Images)

After Megan accused Lanes of shooting her, a court case ensued and a jury found him guilty of first-degree assault with a firearm, discharge of a firearm with gross negligence, and having a concealed firearm in a vehicle. He is currently serving a 10-year prison sentence. Toosii isn’t the only artist to speak on his talents as of late. While providing an update on his current legal status, Maino recently called him one of the best of his generation as well. “When he comes back out, he gon’ probably put another… he gon’ go crazy when he comes out. I already know,” he said during an interview with Action Entertainment. “You already know how Tory is. He gon’ go crazy with the music.” When someone off camera praised Lanez, Mario added: “He’s one of the greatest writers of our generation, as far as urban music… He’s a great storyteller. Tory is incredible. He’s fire.”

Toosii Speaks On Tory Lanez

Love or hate him Tory Lanez one of the most talented artist of this generation

— Toosii (@toosii2x) April 30, 2024

Check out Toosii’s tweet regarding Tory Lanez’s legacy above. Be on the lookout for further updates on Toosii and Tory Lanez on HotNewHipHop.

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Future’s Baby Momma Addresses Lil Tjay Dating Rumors

May 1, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Brittni Mealy, who shares a child with Future, shot down the rumors that she’s been dating Lil Tjay in a post on her Instagram Story on Wednesday. The rumors began to gain traction after users on the internet uncovered photos of the two of them appearing to be on the same plane.

“Let’s be clear cause yall blogs love a made up story let me clear this up immediately,” Mealy wrote in her post. “TJAY is like my lil brother damn near my son age!! Yall are reaching to think it’s giving dating! Do yall know how old I am!! Absolutely nothing like that At all!” She further added: “It’s hella people around to try and single me out for some clicks is crazyyyyy! When I pop out yall won’t have to piece some sh*t together.” Mealy also posted a screenshot of the account, IG Model Tea Room, with the caption: “Very much fake news! Stop it!!!!!” They appear to have been promoting the rumors online.

Future & Brittni Mealy Party In Atlanta

ATLANTA, GA – JANUARY 22: Tiffany Foxx, Brittni Mealy and Future attend a Party at compound Nightclub on January 22, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo By Prince Williams/Wireimage)

Future and Mealy have known one another for over a decade at this point. The two made headlines back in 2022 at their son’s 8th birthday party after getting in a fight at the event. Afterward, Mealy clarified that it was an isolated incident and that Future had been a good co-parent. “I can say In 11 years I’ve knew my sons dad I haven’t felt threaten by him nor has my son,” Brittni said online at the time. “The other night was a isolated situation.” She added it was important to her not to “paint a picture of him to the world like he is this violent hateful man and bad mean father. He make sure I’m good he make sure our son good we family we go through things and that’s that.”

Brittni Mealy Speaks On Lil Tjay Rumors

Check out Mealy’s post about the rumors of her and Lil Tjay above. Be on the lookout for further updates on Brittni Mealy and Future on HotNewHipHop.

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Kendrick Lamar May Have Made Kobe Bryant Connection On “Euphoria”

May 1, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Kendrick Lamar fans believe they have stumbled upon a hidden connection between the LA rapper and the late great Kobe Bryant. Following K.Dot’s Tuesday release of his “Euphoria” diss track directed at Drake, everyone immediately started breaking down the six-and-a-half-minute song in an effort to fully understand all the messages and barbs. Furthermore, Kendrick fans also scoured the song for Easter eggs, knowing Kendrick has the ability to slip in hidden messages. Now, many believe the specific time the song was released is a connection to Laker great Kobe Bryant.

Many have noted that, while it is not yet official, the YouTube link for “Euphoria” was posted at precisely 8:24 PM PST. The jersey numbers on each side of the colon in the timestamp belonged to Kobe Bryant. Kobe is an obvious source of inspiration for the Compton MC. Moreover, Kobe was a player whose presence and drive have been reflected by Kendrick Lamar’s own presence and drive. Overall, it might be a coincidence, but it’s highly unlikely.

Kendrick Lamar Supposedly Shouts Out Kobe Bryant

Kendrick Lamar has always been a big Kobe Bryant fan. For example, he is from LA, and Kobe is an LA icon. In 2017, the two celebrities from Los Angeles had a conversation with Complex about their individual fields. The Lakers guard was asked whether Kendrick, as a rapper, reminded him of any players he has played against in the NBA. “Yeah, it was me!” Kobe said. “It’s the same hunger — you step out there on the court, we’re taking heads off […] I don’t wanna hear Michael [Jordan’s] the best player in the world. I don’t wanna hear they call him Black Jesus.” All in all, that is very high praised by the Black Mamba.

K-Dot’s “The Heart Part 5” was released in 2022 in advance of his next album, Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers. In the music video, the Los Angeles MC raps, “Euphoria is glorified and made his,” while a deep fake of the recently deceased Kobe Bryant’s face is digitally imposed on Kendrick’s face. Kendrick is in the midst of a rap feud with Drake. The Compton MC is not one to pull punches. Furthermore, his diss towards Drake was surgical and a real body blow to the Canadian rapper. Ultimately, Kendrick Lamar is cut from the same cloth as Kobe and will aim for the kill.

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Gunna Promises His Next Album Will Be A Chart Topper

May 1, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Gunna is gearing up to release a new project later this year and he’s been building up quite a bit of hype for it. The album is called One Of Wun, a name he confirmed last month alongside the reveal of the album cover. He’s already released two singles from the album. The first was called “Bittersweet” and it dropped back in February. The second came a month later, it’s called “Prada Dem” and featured Offset. The song has racked up more than 30 million streams on Spotify since it dropped.

But when TMZ caught up with him recently to talk about the album. He made some pretty significant claims about One Of Wun during the brief discussion. When asked about the album’s success he didn’t hold anything back. “The album One of Wun — it’s number one,” he claimed. He’s no stranger to number one albums, with Wunna and DS4Ever topping the Billboard 200 back in 2020 and 2022 respectively. His last album a Gift & a Curse dropped last year with very little promotion and still managed to land at number 3. Even more impressively it spawned one of the biggest hits of 2023 “fukumean.” Check out his full conversation with TMZ below.

Gunna Promises A Number One Album

Gunna has also appeared on two high-profile features this year. He teamed up with breakthrough singer Tyla, who was responsible for another one of the biggest hits of 2023 “Water.” The two also teamed up with Skillibeng for the song “Jump” which has racked up more than 42 million streams on Spotify already. Over the weekend, he teamed up with Normani for the song “1:59.” The singer and former fifth harmony member also has a highly-anticipated album coming out later this year, her long-awaited solo debut.

What do you think of Gunna promising that his next album One Of Wun will be a chart-topper? Are you looking forward to the release of the project at some point later this year? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Raphael Saadiq Net Worth 2024: What Is The Music Icon Worth?

May 1, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Raphael Saadiq is an acclaimed American singer, songwriter, and record producer. He has a net worth of $8 million as of 2024, according to CelebrityNetWorth. Saadiq has been a prominent figure in the music industry for decades, known for his deep-rooted influence in R&B and his ability to blend traditional soul music with contemporary elements. His journey through various musical epochs and collaborations with top artists has made him both a respected performer and a sought-after producer.

Saadiq started his career as a member of the multiplatinum group Tony! Toni! Toné!. His early foray into music set the tone for a diverse and influential career. His ability to craft hits that resonate with both old and new generations of R&B fans has also kept him relevant in a rapidly evolving industry. His solo projects and work with other artists showcase his unique style and musical versatility.

From Tony! Toni! Toné! To Solo Success

Raphael Saadiq’s musical roots are deeply embedded in his early days with Tony! Toni! Toné!. He made significant contributions as a bassist and vocalist. The group’s blend of soul, funk, and R&B was critical in defining the sound of early ’90s R&B. After the group disbanded, Saadiq embarked on a solo career that would soon expand his musical influence. His debut solo album, Instant Vintage, was also a critical success. It earned him multiple Grammy nominations and solidified Saadiq’s position as a significant solo artist in the industry.

His subsequent albums, such as The Way I See It and Stone Rollin’, further demonstrated his ability to revive classic R&B and soul music for the modern era. These works paid homage to the past and infused contemporary sounds that appealed to a broad audience, highlighting his skill as a versatile music creator.

Prolific Producer & Collaborator

Moreover, Saadiq has made substantial contributions to the music industry as a producer and collaborator. His production work includes projects for big names like Joss Stone, D’Angelo, and Solange Knowles. His ability to enhance and refine an artist’s work while maintaining their unique voice is a testament to his deep understanding of music and production.

His collaboration on Solange’s critically acclaimed album A Seat at the Table showcased his production skills. It also highlights his commitment to projects that resonate with cultural and social significance. Further, Saadiq’s role in these collaborations has not only enriched the projects he has worked on but has also kept him at the forefront of the music production scene.

Legacy & Influence In Modern Music

Raphael Saadiq’s impact on modern music is extensive. Through his work, he has influenced a new generation of musicians and producers who seek to connect the rich history of R&B and soul music with contemporary sounds. His dedication to authenticity and innovation in music has earned him a respected place in the industry. Additionally, his influence extends beyond his own performances to the many artists he has helped to develop.

As he continues to explore and create new music, Saadiq remains a pivotal figure in the dialogue between music’s past and future. His career is a blueprint for longevity and relevance in an industry that is constantly changing, and his ongoing contributions are sure to add to his legacy and artistic influence.

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Cardi B & Offset Take In Knicks Game Despite Previous Breakup Claims

May 1, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Cardi B and Offset are a couple that have been together for a very long time. However, the state of their relationship has been a bit of a rollercoaster ride. They have broken up and gotten back together on numerous occasions. Overall, fans don’t really know what to make of this. The relationship is so turbulent that it can be a bit hard to keep track. In fact, it seemed like things were over last December. That said, the two were seen together on New Year’s and since that time, fans have just assumed that they are still a couple.

Well, it seems like there is more confirmation that Cardi and Offset are together. Last night, the New York Knicks took on the Philadelphia 76ers at Madison Square Garden. Overall, it was a big game that saw the Sixers take it in overtime. That said, a TikTok made the rounds in which Cardi B and Offset could be seen on the jumbotron. They certainly were not the only celebrities at the game. However, the two going out in public with one another is definitely news to a lot of people who haven’t been keeping up with their timeline.

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Cardi B & Offset Taking The NBA Playoffs

At this point, it remains to be seen whether or not the two will stay together. Hopefully, they are able to do just that. After all, the two have made a great power couple and they also make great music together. They clearly do love each other a lot, and you always want to see two people do their best to make it all work in the end.

Let us know what you think of Cardi B and Offset, in the comments section down below. Are you constantly confused by the state of their relationship? Do you believe that they will stay together for real this time around? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to bring you the latest news and updates on all of your favorite artists.

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DJ Akademiks Flabbergasted By Being Mentioned During Young Thug YSL Trial

May 1, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Young Thug has been sorely missed by the entire rap community ever since he was arrested back in May 2022. He was brought in on a 56-count indictment that allegedly saw him head an Atlanta street gang that committed multiple serious crimes. Fans and peers alike are constantly wondering when he will be free, or what his fate will ultimately be. It seems we are far away from any decision as of now. Yak Gotti’s attorney filed a motion recently to shorten the prosecution’s witness list. Currently, the list is at a reported 400. One of those 400 could be DJ Akademiks, as his name was dropped in a recent YSL RICO trial.

There is no confirmation if he is even a suspected witness. But with names like LeBron James and Serena Williams being tossed around, DJ Akademiks has a good chance of being called in. The social media pundit has talked about this lengthy case extensively, so it was not too much of shocker to hear his name talked about. However, Akademiks was sure as hell confused as to why he was mentioned.

DJ Akademiks Gets Called A He/She At YSL RICO Trial

Wat Dey talmbout in dis YSL trial mayne pic.twitter.com/tguKu5F9Vn

— DJ Akademiks (@Akademiks) May 1, 2024

In fact, he clipped the portion of the livestream of the highly publicized trial where he was discussed. Wat dey talmbout in dis YSL trial mayne,” AK tweeted. At one point the judge questioned if “he or she” is coming to testify and according to the clip, he is not. Fans in the comments were having a field day with that. The judge also asked how the videos of DJ’s commentary on Thug would be brought up. However, the clip ended just before that explanation.

What are your thoughts on DJ Akademiks being name dropped in the YSL RICO Case? Do you think he will be called to speak at a court trial, why or why not? What do you see happening to Young Thug when this is all set and done? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding DJ Akademiks, Young Thug, and the YSL RICO case. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.

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Lil Wayne Might Have To Testify In Young Thug’s YSL RICO Trial

May 1, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Judge Ural Glanville denied Fulton County prosecutors’ attempt to introduce clips of Lil Wayne talking about Young Thug as evidence in the YSL RICO trial on Wednesday, explaining that they won’t be allowed unless the rapper testifies. The state previously removed Wayne from its lengthy witness list, last month.

Chief Deputy District Attorney Adriane Love argued the video show an argument Wayne had with Thug before a 2015 shooting involving his tour bus. “It seems like you all are trying really hard not to call [Lil Wayne] and that’s your choice,” Glanville told Love, as noted by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Jozsef Papp. “If you don’t call him, my ruling will stand on these particular exhibits that you are trying to introduce.”

Lil Wayne Appears In Court For Weapons Charges In 2009

NEW YORK – DECEMBER 15: Lil Wayne (C) arrives in court for weapon charges at the New York. State Supreme Court on December 15, 2009, in New York City. (Photo by Andy Kropa/Getty Images)

Wayne isn’t the only rapper the state has considered having testify during the trial. During the last update to the witness list, Birdman, Rich Homie Quan, and YFN Lucci all still remained as possible witnesses the state could call to the courthouse. Gunna is one artist who fans suspected the state would call after he took a plea deal in 2022, but he’s been adamant that he won’t speak against his YSL partner in the case. “While I have agreed to always be truthful, I want to make it perfectly clear that I have NOT made any statements, have NOT been interviewed, have NOT cooperated, have NOT agreed to testify or be a witness for or against any party in the case and have absolutely NO intention of being involved in the trial process in any way,” he said at the time of his prison release.

Young Thug Appears In Court For YSL Trial

Thug has been on trial since November 2023 following his initial arrest over a year prior. Check out his latest appearance in court in full in the video above. Be on the lookout for further updates on Young Thug’s YSL trial on HotNewHipHop.

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Joe Budden Reacts To Kendrick Lamar’s New Diss Track “Euphoria”

May 1, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Ever since Kendrick Lamar first took shots at Drake and J. Cole back in March, the rap world has been following every development closely. As the beef slowly expanded to include Kanye West, Rick Ross, Metro Boomin, and even potentially Future and The Weeknd, rap blogs shares their reactions in real time. That included Joe Budden who called together numerous emergency podcasts with his team to react in real time to the various developments in the beef. Most recently, Kendrick Lamar shared his Drake response track “euphoria” and Budden was quick to react.

Today, he shared his full live reaction to the song. In the video, Budden and his co-hosts listen to the song and share their first reactions. They frequently pause the song to discuss lyrics Kendrick delivers, often with impressed reactions. Fans in the comments following along seem to think he has a blatantly pro-Kendrick bias. That would be in line with his over-arching reaction to the beef at this point. He revealed that he thinks Kendrick is winning so far, but he’s looking forward to what Drake will hit back with. Check out the full video of his reaction below.

Joe Budden Reacts To Kendrick Lamar’s New Diss Track

Specifically, Joe Budden said that Drake got “punched in the face” by Kendrick’s diss. But he’s been consistent throughout the entire beef in claiming that anybody can change things if they hit back with a good response. That was the case when he made the claim that J. Cole could start to rebuild his reputation by responding to Kanye West’s “Like That” diss track.

Cole responded to Kendrick back in March, but quickly deleted his response track. He’s yet to release anything taking aim at some of the claims Kanye made about him. What do you think of Joe Budden and his co-hosts take on Kendrick Lamar’s new diss track “euphoria?” Do you agree with him that Kendrick is winning the beef so far but Drake could take it back? Let us know in the comment section below.

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