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“Top Boy” Season 5: Everything We Know About The Final Season

September 6, 2023 by newhiphopnews

This week, Top Boy will be returning for its fifth and final season. The beloved British series depicts life in the fictional Summerhouse estate in East London. Its premise revolves around drug dealers Dushane and Sully, as well as their associates and rivals. Top Boy is known for its authentic depiction of British culture in its imagery and dialogue. The first two seasons, now known as Top Boy: Summerhouse, initially aired on Channel 4 in 2011 and 2013 before its cancellation the following year.

With the help of Drake, Top Boy returned for its third season as a Netflix original in 2019. Season 3 stuck to the show’s authenticity and gained it a dedicated viewership, assisted by both new cast members and fan favorites. Following delays due to COVID-19, Top Boy returned for its second season on Netflix and fourth overall season in 2022. Unfortunately, the show will be coming to an end, with its fifth and final season releasing on Netflix this Thursday, September 7. Here is everything we know about season 5 of Top Boy.

New And Familiar Faces

Top Boy’s fifth season will see lead actors Ashley Walters and Kano return as Dushane Hill and Sully, respectively. Jasmine Jobson (Jacqueline “Jaq” Lawrence), Little Simz (Shelley), Hope Ikpoku Jnr. (Aaron Tovell), and Araloyin Oshunremi (Stefan Tovell) will also return for their respective roles. Also, recent additions such as Adwoa Aboah (Becks) and Saffron Hocking (Lauryn Lawrence) appear in the show’s final season as well.

Top Boy’s fifth season will include new cast members, including Barry Keoghan as Jonny and Brian Gleeson as Tadgh. Top Boy is full of surprises so it is also possible we may see some recognizable faces from previous seasons.

The Soundtrack For Top Boy’s Final Season

Brian Eno, the renowned producer known for his versatility and soundtrack work, scores Season 5 of Top Boy. The soundtrack for the upcoming season is actually now available for streaming and digital download. While there may be no original compilation of music like previous seasons, the show is known for showcasing a variety of UK talent and beyond in its score. Songs from Burna Boy, Jorja Smith, Unknown T, Central Cee, and Pa Salieu appeared across the last season’s eight episodes. Season 3’s soundtrack included original songs from Dave, Ghetts, Drake, Avelino, AJ Tracey, Headie One, and many more.

No Loose Ends

To build anticipation for the final chapter of Top Boy, Netflix shared the official trailer for the upcoming season. The intense sneak peek features the aforementioned returning and new cast members, as well as flashbacks to the show’s beginnings. Top Boy’s latest season is being heavily promoted as having “no loose ends” for its ultimate finale, with the statement notably being featured in the trailer. A series finale without loose ends will have fans anticipating how the show will end, keeping them guessing about the fates of their favorite characters. The show will pick up where it left off with its fourth season, which was released last year.

The previous season “concluded with Sully’s actions rewriting the rules of his business with Dushane.” According to Netflix, “the two of them will endure new problems as everything they’ve built comes under threat from forces outside and within their empire.” Based on the trailer for Season 5, Top Boy will continue to provide thrilling and unpredictable scenes, wrapping up the show and its beloved characters. Netflix has confirmed that Top Boy’s final season will consist of six episodes, with the show dropping this Thursday. Until the final season of Top Boy is released, fans will be eagerly waiting to see how its last episodes unfold.

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Netflix’s Trailer For The Daddy Yankee-Produced ‘Neon’ Depicts A Comedic Reggaeton Rise To Stardom

August 31, 2023 by newhiphopnews

After shows like Atlanta and Dave pulled back the curtain on the music industry, it only makes sense that more shows would follow in their footsteps to depict the highs and lows of the pursuit of stardom from different angles. Issa Rae’s Rap Sh!t addresses the industry’s sexism and double standards through the lens of a rising Miami rap duo, while Netflix’s new show, Neon, returns to Miami to follow an aspiring reggaeton star and his friends as they try to work their way past industry gatekeepers with the help of an insider who isn’t what she seems.

Neon was created by Hip-Hop (And Other Things) author Shea Serrano, who teamed up with Dave writer Max Searle, who is the series’ showrunner. The show’s executive producers also include reggaeton star Daddy Yankee, while Tainy serves as executive music producer with One Six, which is comprised of Tainy, Ivan Rodriguez, Lex Borrero, and Neon16. Here’s a sample of the new music, “Exagero”:

In the trailer, aspiring reggaeton star Santi, portrayed by Tyler Dean Flores (Miguel Wants To Fight), moves to Miami with his best friends/managers Ness and Felix (Emma Ferreira and Jordan Mendoza, respectively) to seek his fortunes after racking up a viral hit. But while he’s earned the respect and appreciation of more established stars (Daddy Yankee among them, naturally), he’ll still need the help of Mia a wannabe A&R, to land a deal and prove he’s not just a one-hit wonder — or even just get a paying gig. Neon premiere on Netflix on October 19. Watch the trailer for Neon above.

‘Top Boy’ Season 3 Now Has A Confirmed Premiere Date, Which Was Revealed With Some Help From Drake

August 14, 2023 by newhiphopnews

(WARNING: Spoilers for Top Boy episode will be found below.)

In less than a month, a new season of Top Boy will be available for us to enjoy on Netflix. Earlier this year, the platform revealed that the show’s third season (fifth if you count Top Boy: Summerhouse) would premiere in September. Today, with help from Drake who is an executive producer on the show, Netflix revealed that Top Boy‘s third season will debut on September 7 in a new trailer for the series. This leaves less than a month before fans can enjoy the Top Boy experience for one last time.

Netflix renewed Top Boy for a third season shortly after the show’s second season came to an end in March 2022. That season concluded with a shocking ending as (SPOILER INCOMING): series favorite Jamie (played by Michael Ward) was ruthlessly killed by Gerard “Sully” Sullivan (played by Kane Robinson). Viewers expect Dushane Hill (played by Ashley Walters), who was close to Jamie, to retaliate against Sully in the new season and the new trailer seemed to hint at a face-off between Dushane and Sully. We also see Jamie’s little brother Stefan (played by Araloyin Oshunremi) put on Jamie’s beloved chain, which could mean that Stefan now plays to fill in Jamie’s role in more ways than one.

You can watch the new trailer for Top Boy above.

‘Top Boy’ returns to Netflix on September 7. Seasons one and two of ‘Top Boy’ are available now to stream on Netflix.

Drake Teases “Final Chapter” Of Netflix’s “Top Boy”

August 14, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Drake, the executive producer of the series, gave fans a sneak peek of what to expect in the upcoming third and final season. On Sunday (August 13), the Toronto native took to Instagram to share a dramatic teaser trailer for Top Boy‘s last season. “So how do you think we survived all this time?” the trailer begins. The highly acclaimed British crime drama returns this fall.

Because of its authentic portrayal of life in East London, the Netflix series grew a cult-like fanbase. It also has tackled issues like social justice, mental health, racism, and poverty. The rapper promises to leave “no loose ends” in the caption, as in the trailer. “No.Loose.Ends… Top Boy, The Final Chapter. September 7th,” he wrote.

Drake Became The Series’ Executive Producer In 2017

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The TV series, which originally aired on Channel 4 in 2013, was canceled. However, after the rapper expressed his love for the show, he called for it to be revived and joined as an executive producer. Fans expressed their excitement for the potential revival in the comment section. “Peak story telling is back,” one person wrote. Others had different, more amusing ways of conveying their excitement: “time to annoy my wife with my fake british accent for a month.” Even Lil Yachty hopped in the comments to share his enthusiasm,” Finally,” he wrote.

On the other hand, while the rapper has reasons to celebrate, there is also bad news. Podcaster and alleged “industry plant” Bobbi Althoff and Drake have apparently severed their social media ties. It was recently reported that the pair unfollowed each other on Instagram. The Her Loss rapper appeared on her The Really Good Podcast a few weeks back. Certainly, this could definitely be a real feud brewing between the two, or it could just be a random falling out. Not only that, on YouTube, the only trace of the Drake interview on Bobbi’s channel is some “Shorts” that were released prior to the entire interview going live. Drake has had an unfollowing spree with other women in the past. Ice Spice is a prime example. The possibilities are truly endless.

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Rapper Uses Drake’s “Back To Back” To Diss Netflix In Viral Clip

August 9, 2023 by newhiphopnews

A rapper who goes by the name, Malcolm Whyz3, has gone viral on social media for dissing Netflix in a remix to Drake’s 2015 song, “Back to Back.” In the track, Malcolm mentions the uptick in price for the streaming service, its new password-sharing policy, and more.

“Fuck yo Netflix and chill you really up next to be killed. I’m really gonna need the answers what’s going on with this bill. Didn’t y’all used to be like $9.99 but I’m telling you right now the price is too damn high,” he raps. “Man y’all used to be cool but lately it’s been a pass. How are y’all a streaming service but still showing its ass. Yeah this the final straw I’m done that’s it.”

Netflix CEO Reed Hastings Delivers Keynote Address

LAS VEGAS, NV – JANUARY 06: Netflix CEO Reed Hastings delivers a keynote address at CES 2016 at The Venetian Las Vegas on January 6, 2016, in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world’s largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs through January 9 and will feature 3,600 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to more than 150,000 attendees. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

“Y’all remove the good shows and we don’t see ’em again. And we can’t even share the password with family and friends,” he adds. Regarding the removal of their best content, Netflix recently made headlines by announcing that its Oscar-winning film, The Power of the Dog, will be leaving the service in the U.K. This decision comes despite the 2021 film being a Netflix Original.

Malcolm Whyz3 Calls Out Netflix

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Drake’s “Back to Back” famously served as a diss track aimed at Meek Mill amid their feud in 2015. It arrived after Meek accused Drake of using ghostwriters. “Back to Back” isn’t the only diss song that Malcolm Whyz3 has remixed as of late. He also received attention for dissing Apple for overcharging consumers by using 2Pac’s classic “Hit Em Up” instrumental.

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Netflix Hip-Hop Series ‘Ladies First’ Will Feature MC Lyte, Queen Latifah & Rah Digga, But No Nicki Minaj

July 26, 2023 by newhiphopnews

In the hip-hop world, where women have consistently struggled for recognition, Netflix’s upcoming docuseries Ladies Night: A Story of Women in Hip-Hop has garnered much anticipation. The series boasted a star-studded cast, including icons MC Lyte, Queen Latifah, Rah Digga, and rising stars Coi Leray and Latto. However, fans quickly noticed rap superstars Nicki Minaj […]

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Netflix Series, ‘Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip-Hop,’ Featuring MC Lyte, Queen Latifah & Rah Digga

July 25, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Netflix is gearing up to drop an exciting limited documentary series, Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip-Hop, and fans are already buzzing with anticipation. The series promises to shine a spotlight on the pivotal role that women have played in shaping the hip-hop genre throughout its revolutionary 50-year history. “Ladies First: A Story […]

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‘Insecure’ Arrives on Netflix for Streaming

July 4, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Miss old HBO shows like Insecure? Don’t trip. You can now watch it on Netflix. The classic Issa Rae-led series is the first series to launch on Netflix as part of a new partnership between the streaming giant and Warner Bros. Discovery.

According to Variety, additional shows will go to the streaming services, including Band of Brothers, The Pacific, Six Feet Under, Ballers, and True Blood.

The latest development in Warner Bros. Discovery’s content strategy, under the leadership of David Zaslav, is the recent deal. In January, they adopted a new approach by partnering with Roku and Tubi to introduce free, ad-supported channels featuring HBO shows. These FAST channels offer all seasons of popular series such as “Westworld,” “Raised by Wolves,” “Legendary,” “FBoy Island,” “The Nevers,” “Finding Magic Mike,” “Head of the Class,” “The Time Traveler’s Wife,” and others. Notably, back in 2014, HBO had an exclusive licensing agreement with Amazon, allowing shows like “The Sopranos,” “Boardwalk Empire,” “True Blood,” and more to be streamed on Amazon Prime Video.

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Netflix Set To Make Docuseries On Jerry Jones & Dallas Cowboys

July 3, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Netflix has delivered a ton of great sports content over the years. From “Last Chance U” to the “Bad Sport” series that chronicled six different sports stories. The streaming giant knows how to land the great drama involved in sports. However, it seems every streaming platform is looking for the magic that ESPN found with “The Last Dance.” The documentary followed Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls epic domination of the NBA in the 1990s.

Now, one of the more popular streaming platforms may have just found that gold. It is being reported that Netflix has purchased the rights to the story of Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys. The upcoming docuseries will feature 10 episodes on the story of Jones and his franchise. At the same time, the Bulls were dominating the basketball court in the 90s. The Cowboys owned the gridiron. Dallas’ dominance of a decade sparked generations of fans for the team from coast to coast.

Netflix Cashes In On Dallas Cowboys

Jones is arguably the most notable owner of any sports franchise in the entire United States. Undoubtedly the owner has managed to keep a more hands-on approach to his team than other owners in the NFL. However, that approach also comes with a lot of backlash. Many feel that ownership shouldn’t be as involved in the day-to-day operations of a team. However, nobody wants to be the one to break that news to Mr. Jones.

But the docuseries didn’t come cheap. The rights to this story were sold at a whopping $50 million. However, the money is more than likely no object to Jones. The longtime Cowboys owner would just like to hold that Lombardi Trophy one more time. Love them or hate them. The Cowboys and Jones have left a lasting impression on the entire sports community. Netflix will now get the chance to have fans see the story of the franchise from firsthand accounts. For the latest news in sports, keep it right here with HNHH.

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“Squid Game” Made Netflix $1 Billion More Valuable, Its Creator Got Next To Nothing

June 29, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Squid Game, the smash-hit satire about the exploitation of poverty in South Korea as viewed through the lens of a death game, reportedly raised Netflix’s internal value by $900 million. Meanwhile, Hwang Dong-hyuk, the show’s creator, saw a one-time lump sum for the show. However, he accepted it as he had been trying to sell for a decade. Signing away his rights to the property and any potential residuals made him enough to get by on, but not rich. Now, his show about the exploitation of financial desperation has been turned into a reality show based on exploiting financial desperation.

An investigation by the LA Times found that this is a common trend with Korean creatives. “K-Content” has been an area that Netflix has been aggressively expanding into in recent years. However, Netflix does not have a bargaining agreement with the Korea Television and Radio Writers Association. This means that Korean writers working with Netflix are not eligible for residuals. Instead, they receive a lump sum fee ($30,000 – $150,000) at the start of production. This is all they will have to live on during the 2-3 years it can take to create the show they’ve been paid for.

Hollywood Has Reached Its Creative Breaking Point, Squid Game Is Just The Latest Example

Squid Games creator Hwang Dong-hyuk — SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – SEPTEMBER 16: Squid Game’s director Hwang Dong-hyuk attends the Emmys celebration press conference on September 16, 2022 in Seoul,South Korea. The South Korean phenomenon survival drama “Squid Game” has become the first non-English TV series to win best actor and director in a drama series at the prestigious Primetime Emmy Awards. (Photo by Chung Sung-Jun/Getty Images)

The WGA, the union that represents Hollywood’s writers, is in its eighth week of strike action. SAG-AFTRA, the primary union for actors, could join them if their contract is allowed to expire on June 30. While the DGA, the directors guild, settled with studios on a new deal. However, the people who actually make Hollywood what it is, are tired of being exploited. Residuals are a big part of the demands held by the WGA and SAG. Before the advent of streaming, writing or acting in a show or movie earned you a monthly check based on that property being rebroadcast. Streaming all but killed that. Similarly, with the property owners now simply removing shows and films from their services, that passive income can simply disappear.

The exploitation of international creatives is just the tip of a looming iceberg. Hollywood has been skirting around it for years. But every time they do, it gets a little bigger, a little more dangerous. These current strikes are the scrapes along the side of the Titanic. No amount of AI can fix that. No amount of one-time contracts with desperate creatives can stop the industry from sinking. Every time a story like this breaks, the whole system sinks a little deeper. And yet, the band continues to play on, pretending that the icy depths aren’t lapping at their feet.

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