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Eminem’s Publisher Loses $39 Million Legal Battle With Spotify

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Back in 2019, Eminem’s publisher Eight Mile Style sued Spotify for roughly $39 million. In their lawsuit, they alleged that the rapper’s songs had been streamed “billions of times,” but he’d yet to be paid for it. Now, a verdict has been reached, and Spotify has come out victorious.

According to AllHipHop, the judge ruled that Spotify didn’t have the proper license, but wasn’t responsible for any lost royalties. Instead, they claim that Kobalt Music Group would have to pay the penalty if Spotify had been found guilty. Kobalt administers song rights and collects royalties, including for Eminem’s publisher. Reportedly, the Detroit artist himself was not a party in the lawsuit and was surprised to learn of its existence.

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Eminem’s Publisher & Spotify Resolve Years-Long Legal Battle
Eminem performs at Live from Detroit: The Concert at Michigan Central” on June 06, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Scott Legato/Getty Images)

In Eight Mile’s lawsuit, the company accused Spotify of having “acted deceptively” by allegedly pretending to have licenses for hundreds of Eminem’s songs. Spotify, on the other hand, insisted that Kobalt Music Publishing was to blame. Allegedly, the company misled Spotify into thinking it controlled the administration of Eight Mile’s catalog when that was not the case.

“Eight Mile Style had every opportunity to set things right and simply chose not to do so for no apparent reason, other than that being the victim of infringement pays better than being an ordinary licensor,” Judge Aleta A. Trauger said in her ruling. She also added that it’s “surprisingly plausible that Spotify might be genuinely confused.” Trauger called the situation “inexplicable” and said Eight Mile is not the “hapless victim” it claimed to be. What do you think of Spotify coming out victorious in its legal battle against Eminem’s publisher? Are you surprised by this or not? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Travis Scott Is “Back In Album Mode”

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Travis Scott once had fans thirsting for UTOPIA for five years straight, but now, it seems like he’s more excited than ever to keep making art. Moreover, that 2023 album is still beloved and highly successful thanks to its replay value and its ongoing tours, and he just re-released his fan-favorite 2014 mixtape DAYS BEFORE RODEO on streaming services for the first time ever to much acclaim and sales controversy. As such, it might surprise you to hear that La Flame is apparently already working on his next full-length effort. He revealed this during a new Cultured magazine interview with legendary visual artist George Condo.

“I’m gonna be back in New York,” Travis Scott remarked. “I’m back in album mode. I’ve been working on music and s**t every day on tour. When I’m doing the stadiums, because they’re sold out, I can see the music for what it is. I’m f***ing amped.” “We’ve always approached everything from scratch, not doing loops,” he said of his overall creative process when it comes to making music. “Taking music back to the real raw art. Cooking things instead of having them passed down.”

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Travis Scott At Fanatics Fest NYC 2024

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – AUGUST 17: Travis Scott appears onstage during the Fanatics Fest NYC 2024 at Jacob Javits Center on August 17, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images for Fanatics)

Of course, this isn’t really something new for Travis Scott in concept. He followed up ASTROWORLD with the JACKBOYS EP the next year, plus a slew of singles up until UTOPIA dropped. Also, let’s not forget the massive hype that formed around ASTROWORLD before Birds In The Trap Sing McKnight had even dropped back in 2016. But considering the precedent that the Houston rapper’s five-year wait created, this should be a very exciting preview for fans. Let’s just hope it’s legit. After all, we’ve already had some canceled sneaker color-ways this year…

Jokes aside, we’ll see in due time what Travis Scott’s next full-length looks like. Whether it comes around quickly in 2025 or it’s the start of a years-long process, we’re sure that the results will impress, inspire, and engage. Meanwhile, fans are still salty about the sales battle between Sabrina Carpenter’s Short N’ Sweet and DAYS BEFORE RODEO. But selling over 360K copies of a ten-year-old mixtape is a larger flex than most No. 1 chart debuts.

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Charlamagne Tha God & DJ Envy React To Megan Thee Stallion’s Controversial Competitive Rap Claims

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It goes without saying that 2024 has been a year jam-packed with plenty of beef. According to Megan Thee Stallion, this might be partially thanks to her. During the hitmaker’s recent interview with Billboard, the interviewer credited her for starting the “competitive rap energy” fans have seen in recent months.

Meg didn’t exactly take all the credit for this in her response. She did say, however, that she’d be happy if she had opened the door for others. “I would like to think that I start things,” she explained. “I don’t know; I just knew what I had to do and what I had to say. If it opened up the door for everyone else to get sh*t off their chest, well, I’m glad.”

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Charlamagne Tha God & DJ Envy Shut Down Megan Thee Stallion

Of course, Meg’s comments have sparked a major debate among social media users. While some think she could be onto something, others think this is a serious reach. The Breakfast Club hosts Charlamagne Tha God and DJ Envy reacted to her remarks during a recent episode of the show, insisting that she was way off. “She didn’t open the door for competitive rap,” Envy said simply. “At all,” Charlamagne added, “Not even in this era, no.”

Loren LoRosa then chimed in, arguing that there were some people who thought Meg threw the first jab at Drake on her track “Hiss,” which resulted in his feud with Kendrick Lamar. “There are no people that said that,” Envy insisted. What do you think of Megan Thee Stallion claiming she could have opened the door for competitive rap this year? Do you agree with her, or is this a reach? What about Charlamagne Tha God and DJ Envy shutting down her claim? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Rich Homie Quan Spoke On Young Thug Reconciliation Days Before Reported Death

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The alleged death of Rich Homie Quan sent the hip-hop world into a mournful state of shock recently, and for good reason. While this news is still mysterious and mostly speculative, as we don’t have any official confirmation or cause of death, it still inspired many tributes and homages on social media. One of the prevailing narratives around this concerns RHQ’s strong collaborative bond with Young Thug, one that eventually fell out of favor for relatively unknown reasons. In fact, just a few days before news of his passing broke, he had expressed a willingness to have a conversation with Thug to release more music together during an interview.

“And I heard you once say, ‘Screaming Free Thugger,’ right?” the interviewer asked Rich Homie Quan. “Is there any chance that at some point in the future, either be unreleased music or whatnot, that we’ll hear y’all on a song together again?” “Um, that I don’t know,” he responded. “Because we do have a lot of unreleased. We do have a lot of music that hasn’t been released. But who knows what the future holds? First and foremost, it’s free Thugger. It’s free anybody that’s locked up, it’s free Lucci. It’s a touchy situation, so I try not to talk about it a lot. But I don’t know what the future holds, man, you know what I’m saying? I’m willing to have a conversation, and it’ll start from there.”

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Rich Homie Quan Speaks On Young Thug Relationship

In other YSL-related news, Lil Woody recently paid tribute to Rich Homie Quan. “RIP,” he wrote in an Instagram post that featured a picture of the reportedly late rapper and Young Thug. “I hate this happen I pray that God protect thug and them from this country.”

Elsewhere, many more loved ones, collaborators, and famous figures are making sure to send their love to Rich Homie Quan online. The circumstances behind all this are still very unclear. We might sadly never know what could’ve been of his bond with Young Thug. Perhaps the near future will illuminate some of these questions. For now, hip-hop is in a state of mourning, and our condolences go out to the Atlanta MC’s family and loved ones.

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Air Jordan 1 Mid “Football Grey/Midnight Navy” Gets Official Images

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The Air Jordan 1 Mid is set to release in a stunning “Football Grey/Midnight Navy” colorway, designed exclusively for women. This sleek new version features a soft football grey leather base, giving it a refined and subtle look. The midnight navy overlays add a bold contrast, creating a balanced, stylish color palette that stands out. What makes this colorway even more special are the gold charms on the laces, adding a luxurious touch. These small details elevate the shoe, making it more than just a sneaker — it’s a statement piece.

The combination of gold accents, grey, and navy gives the Air Jordan 1 Mid a sophisticated yet versatile vibe, perfect for those who love fashion-forward footwear. The Air Jordan 1 Mid continues to be a favorite for sneaker enthusiasts, offering a mix of timeless design and frequent new colorways. This “Football Grey/Midnight Navy” edition is no exception, providing both comfort and style. Its women’s exclusive release gives it an added appeal, catering to a growing audience of female sneakerheads who appreciate the blend of luxury and sportiness. With its clean design and standout details, this release is sure to be a hit among fans when it drops.

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“Football Grey/Midnight Navy” Air Jordan 1 Mid

Air Jordan 1 Mid
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The sneakers feature a navy rubber sole and a clean white midsole. Further, the uppers of the sneakers feature a football grey leather base with navy leather overlays. A navy Nike Swoosh is featured on the sides and the Wings logo can be found, in white, above the Swoosh. Navy laces complete the design. Finally, royal gold charms add a luxurious touch to these women’s exclusives.

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Kicks On Fire reports that the Air Jordan 1 Mid “Football Grey/Midnight Navy” will be released on October 5th. Also, the sneaker will have a retail price of $135 when it is released. Further, make sure to let us know what you think about these kicks in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the most recent updates and news from the sneaker community. We’ll make sure to offer you the newest products from the most notable brands.

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Ralo Is Still Demanding A Conversation With Boosie Badazz Amid Their Beef

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Ralo and Boosie Badazz are apparently still going at it, and what was once a misunderstanding might turn legitimately contentious. Moreover, for those unaware, the former angered the latter when he said that he doesn’t want to be rapping in his 40s or 50s like Badazz is. The Atlanta rapper didn’t really mean this as a diss, though; just that he has different priorities in mind for when he reaches his Baton Rouge rhyming colleague’s age. After trying to explain himself while responding to Boosie’s attacks, he followed this up with an Instagram message on Thursday (September 5) doubling down on his demands for a sit-down.

“You think you just gone go up on me while im in prison can’t fight for myself and when i get out I wasn’t gone say s**t,” Ralo wrote to Boosie. “Man you crazy as hell you gotta give me ah fade or sum (BOXING MATCH) and I ain’t talkin about that mf haircut. You let n***as pull up and turn you against me, but when I try to pull up and show my part you dodging me. Like what the hell part of the game that is bruh???

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Ralo’s Latest Response To Boosie

“Yawl n***as be blowing me wit this lame a** s**t I sware,” Ralo continued. “This ain’t bout who can rap the best or who the most gangster my people just wanna get to the bottom of this s**t. If ah n***a around you and they ain’t telling you to do the right thing then you need to kick them off from round you. Ima delete everything I said off my page for the people, but that conversation is needed fam…”

Meanwhile, here’s part of Boosie’s rants against Ralo. “#xnephew U LOOKING FOR CLOUT IM LOOKING FOR BAGZ OF MONEY N SUCCESS!!” he tweeted. “YOUR MIND HAS NOT ELEVATED AT ALL BRO FROM BEING N PRISON. WE HAVE TWO DIFFERENT MIND SETS. U COULD HAVE Named anybody WHO 41 n STILL RAPPING ON STAGE BUT WHO U SAY ‘BOOSIE.’ U HATIN LOL LET THIS SINK N ‘YOU NOT ME, YOU DONT HAVE MUSIC LIKE ME, U AINT GOT PAPER LIKE ME, U AINT FLY LIKE ME U DONT HAVE RESPECT LIKE ME , U WENT TO JAIL LIKE ME BUT GOING TO JAIL DONT MAKE US REAL ‘IT MAKE US STUPID #letthatsinkn.”

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Rich Homie Quan’s Peers Pay Tribute After His Unexpected Death

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Earlier today, rumors that Rich Homie Quan passed away at the age of 34 began spreading on Twitter/X like wildfire. Many fans were in disbelief, and holding out hope that the rumors weren’t true. Unfortunately, the rapper’s death was later confirmed by his family as well as a rep for the Fulton County morgue, according to TMZ. For the time being, his cause of death has yet to be revealed.

The tragic news has social media users in shambles, as it took most by complete surprise. Just this week, the artist was shutting down claims Lil Woody made during the YSL RICO trial and eliciting laughter in the courtroom. Now, countless supporters and fellow artists are commenting on the performer’s unexpected death.

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Rich Homie Quan Dies At 34

“JUST GOT WORD @RichHomieQuan JUST OD JUST TALK TO WUAN THE OTHER DAY #gomissun***a,” Boosie Badazz wrote today. “JUST TALKED TO YOU BRA #tipQUAN Never go forget yo smile n the way talked n of course yo music… WE GOT SOME GOOD A** MEMORIES TOGETHER N THAT GO ALWAYS BRING A SMILE TO MY FACE #restupquan WE WAS COOKING UP SOME SH*T TOO.” Jacquees also took to Twitter to react to the heartbreaking news about his former collaborator.

“Rest in Peace my brother Rich Homie Quan. I love you for Life. #Richgang,” he said, posting an old photo of the two of them together. Playboi Carti also took to his Instagram Story recently to share footage of the late artist alongside Young Thug. Clearly, he will be missed by many and remembered fondly.

Artists Pay Tribute To Rich Homie Quan Amid News Of His Death

Our thoughts are with his loved ones as they navigate this difficult time. What do you think of various artists paying tribute to Rich Homie Quan amid news of his passing? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Lil Woody Pays Tribute To Rich Homie Quan Amid News Of His Passing

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The hip-hop world is currently reeling from the sudden, shocking, and still alleged loss of Rich Homie Quan at 34 years old, which remains a mystery at press time. As such, we encourage our readers to take these news items with a grain of salt, as we still have little indication of this story’s veracity, the circumstances behind his alleged death, and more. Regardless, Lil Woody has responded to the rapper’s passing, posting an Instagram Story featuring a picture of RHQ with former frequent collaborator Young Thug. “RIP,” he wrote. “I hate this happen I pray that God protect thug and them from this country.”

Previously, Lil Woody and Rich Homie Quan actually had differing stories about an alleged shooting, something that briefly came up in the ongoing YSL RICO trial. But the former joins a lot of other rappers, media figures, celebrities, and loved ones that are paying tribute to RHQ right now. The Atlanta rapper became one of the city’s most beloved and prolific artists over the past decade-plus, forming part of many iconic hits and moments throughout the 2010s and beyond. His legacy will forever endure.

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Lil Woody’s Tribute To Rich Homie Quan

Elsewhere, Lil Woody knows quite well that his social media account is more popular than ever. This was all bolstered by his role in the YSL RICO trial, which means that a lot of people aren’t a fan of this huge spike in engagement. Nevertheless, we know that this tribute to Rich Homie Quan will reach a lot of people, and that is a much more important sentiment to spread than your own success. This is still a very early story in development, so we’ll see what else we learn in the near future.

Meanwhile, as we wait for more confirmation and official sourcing for this tragic news, we invite you to revisit some of Rich Homie Quan’s work. Most recently, he released a new collab with fellow Atlanta superstar 2 Chainz in the form of “Ah’Chi.” Once again, take all these reports with a grain of salt and await further illumination. But it seems like the hip-hop world lost another colleague this week, and for that, it’s coming together to pay their respects.

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