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J Cole Fans Celebrate The Long-Awaited Arrival Of His Mixtapes On Streaming Services

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J Cole fans are elated on social media after the rapper added his debut mixtape, The Come Up, Vol. 1, to streaming services on Monday night, nearly two decades after its release. The move came after Cole shared a new audio series titled Inevitable, in which he reflects on the course of his career. Expectedly, the first episode sees him discuss the 2007 mixtape.

“So J. Cole is dropping podcast episodes about his old mixtapes while simultaneously re-releasing them on streaming services… thats genius,” one user posted on X (formerly Twitter). Another wrote: “YOU DON’T KNOW HOW LONG I’VE WAITED FOR J. COLE’S MIXTAPES TO GET ADDED TO STREAMING…” Other users theorized about the release of further mixtapes along with corresponding episodes. “Once J Cole puts Friday Night Lights on streaming platforms, it will be a holiday,” one fan wrote.

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J Cole Performs During Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival

J. Cole performs on the What Stage during the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival held in Manchester, Tenn., on Friday, June 17, 2022. © Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images.

Cole announced his Inevitable audio series on Sunday night with a lengthy post on social media. While he says he was hesitant to put it out, he decided a younger version of himself would’ve loved to hear it from his favorite rapper. “I got so much clarity from it, and I understood more than ever the power of having a dream, the power of fueling that dream with strong vision, the magic that happens when we stay in alignment with God, and the darkness that can come in the times that we don’t,” he said of the experience.

J Cole Fans Celebrate The Return Of “The Come Up”

The next episode of Inevitable will be available on Wednesday night. It comes as Cole continues to prepare for the release of his highly-anticipated seventh studio album, The Fall Off. Check out fans’ responses to J Cole adding The Come Up, Vol. 1 to streaming services below.

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J Cole Praises “Favorite Artist” Kanye West Amidst Ongoing Feud

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J Cole is taking stock of his career and his place in the rap game. The Dreamville founder recently launched the podcast Inevitable. It will give Cole the chance to talk about the making of his most iconic songs, as well as build anticipation for his final album, The Fall Off. Naturally, the rapper kicked things off by discussing his debut mixtape, The Warm Up, Vol. 1. It was during the discussion of this tape that Cole decided to wax poetic on the importance of Kanye West. An artist who has mocked him repeatedly in the last eight months.

Kanye West’s influence on J Cole has never been a secret. The latter rapped on three West beats for The Warm Up, Vol. 1. Cole also used Ye’s classic “Last Call” as the template for his 2009 mixtape, The Warm Up, as well as his 2014 album, 2014 Forest Hills Drive. J Cole is, and always will be, a son of Kanye West, and he said as much during the first episode of Inevitable. “He became my favorite artist,” Cole recalled. “He kinda cracked my mind open. Kanye was the first time I saw myself in somebody.” J Cole went on to praise West for expanding the parameters for what a hip hop song could.

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J Cole Credits Kanye West With Changing His Life

“He just made it possible to talk about your life or regular perspectives in a way that’s appealing,” J Cole added. “I didn’t know how to talk about my life. And then, f**king Kanye West happened.” It was touching to hear the Dreamville honcho reflect on such a formative moment in his career. It’s also a somewhat odd time to share this information. After all, Kanye West insulted J Cole on the “Like That” remix in April. “Play J Cole, get the p**sy dry,” he rapped. Play this sh*t back a hundred-thirty times.” West doubled down on this stance during an appearance on The Download podcast.

West felt that Cole was a “p**sy” for apologizing to Kendrick Lamar amidst the Big Three beef. “F*ck all that sh*t. Because, like that n**ga J Cole went on tour with Drake, he know what it is. You can’t put Cole and ‘up’ in the same sentence.” J Cole’s comments on the Inevitable podcast mark the first time he has spoken about Kanye West since these insults were made. Obviously, the rapper is opting to take the high ground and focus on cementing his legacy.

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SOURCE SPORTS: Legendary NFL Agent Launches the HOFs Podcast

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Legendary NFL Agent Launches the HOFs Podcast

C. Lamont Smith’s HOFs Podcast is a noteworthy and innovative initiative within the sports industry. The recognition of recency bias in discussions about success, especially when considering the “Greatest of All Time” (GOAT), underscores the importance of providing a more comprehensive perspective on the careers of sports legends. This issue often affects hip-hop stars as well.

The exclusive focus on Hall of Famers, particularly those of the same caliber as clients Smith has worked with, adds authenticity and expertise to the discussions. By exploring the early lives, development, challenges, and paths to the immortality of these athletes, the podcast not only offers valuable insights into the making of sports legends but also serves as a bridge between the achievements of past and present in the sports world.

Including diverse sports legends, such as Barry Sanders, Jerome Bettis, Willie Roaf, Steve Atwater, Joe Thomas, and Coach Mike Krzyzewski (Coach K), showcases the podcast’s commitment to highlighting excellence across various fields. This approach helps combat the tendency to focus solely on recent accomplishments and encourages a more nuanced understanding of greatness.

 Smith’s achievements and recognition in the sports industry add credibility to the podcast. His induction into the Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers (BESLA) Hall of Fame, selection by Black Enterprise as one of the top 50 sports professionals in the country, acknowledgment by The New York Times as one of the most powerful agents, and inclusion in Sports Illustrated’s list of the 101 most influential minorities in sports underline his impact and influence in the field.

Expanding Smith’s interests into podcasting with HOFs demonstrates a commitment to sharing knowledge and stories with a broader audience. The platform provides a unique opportunity for listeners to gain insights into the stories and wisdom behind athletes’ success, enhancing their appreciation for the diverse paths to greatness.

In summary,  Smith’s HOFs Podcast is a commendable effort to combat recency bias and offer a holistic view of sports greatness, which, in essence, impacts all industries, including music. Including legendary figures and Smith’s own achievements in the industry make the podcast a valuable resource for sports enthusiasts and those striving for greatness in any field. Check on the podcast on Apple or Spotify.

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2pac Reportedly Wanted To Diss Common While Beefing With Ice Cube

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During Common and Ice Cube’s rap beef in the mid-90s there was reportedly someone else who wanted in, 2pac. The revelation comes from former Outlawz member and one of Pac’s protégés Napoleon. He sat down with The Art Of Dialogue to explain where Pac fit into the often-forgotten Common and Ice Cube beef. ““I remember when the East Coast-West Coast thing was heating up, I think Common and Cube was going through their beef, like they were dissing each other,” he explains in the clip. “I remember ‘Pac was like, ‘See, if I was cool with Cube right now, I’d be going after Common for him, but now I’m staying out of it.’”

Reportedly the only thing keeping 2pac from chiming in was some friction he had with Cube at the time. Despite that, Napoleon says Pac still admired Cube. “‘Pac had a lot of love for Cube. I never heard him say anything negative about him. I think at one particular time they were closer, and maybe they just went their separate ways. But that’s the only thing I heard him say about Cube, but he definitely respected Cube.” He ends the segment by saying he’s glad that Pac never went after Common because he thinks the two would have really understood each other.

2pac Almost Backed Ice Cube In His Common Beef

Interest in 2pac and his story rose greatly in recent weeks. That started when Las Vegas Police raided a home last month. They later confirmed was in connection with the investigation into 2pac’s murder. That house belonged to Keefe D, someone who has long been associated with the rapper’s killing.

Even more interest sparked up when a ring worn by 2pac in one of his final public appearances became the highest selling piece of hip-hop memorabilia ever sold at auction. It became even more interesting when Drake was revealed to be the one who purchased the ring. What do you think of 2pac wanting to “go at” Common during his beef with Ice Cube? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Cellski Recalls Bun B Defusing T.I. & Lil Flip Feud From Becoming “War”

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Cellski says that Bun B once defused a tense situation between T.I. and Lil Flip that nearly broke out into “war.” He recalled the incident during a recent episode of the No Vultures podcast.

“Bun B — he pacing and shit,” he said in a clip posted on Friday. “[He] walked up to the truck, like, ‘Hey man. T.I. up there with hella n****s, and he talkin’ about taking some shots at you. I don’t think y’all should perform.’ And we all confused and shit.”

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Bun B & T.I. Meet Up In NYC

NEW YORK, NY – DECEMBER 11: (L-R) T.I. and
Bun B. attend the Book Of Kings launch event at Pillars 38 on December 11, 2013 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

He continued: “So Flip like, ‘Man, somebody need to go see what’s going on.’ So I hop out of the truck, run up on the stage — mind you, T.I. up there with hella n****s — and he go, ‘Yeah, I heard Lil Flip in the building. Tell that punk-ass n***a to come up to the stage. I run back to the truck, and I’m like, ‘Man, he up there talking hella shit, bro. What you wanna do?’ I’m like, ‘Fuck that, we need to perform.’ Bun like, ‘Hell nah.’ So Bun made the decision to get up outta there. […] Daddy was being real with y’all. He was like, ‘Which one of these n****s is really gonna be ready to go to war with you?’”

Flip and T.I. infamously had beef for years throughout the 2000s. It wasn’t until 2013 that they finally laid it to rest with the help of J. Prince. Check out Cellski’s recollection of a tense moment during the feud below.

Cellski Reflects On T.I.-Lil Flip Feud

Back in 2021, Lil Flip entertained the idea of participating in a Verzuz matchup with T.I., although he admitted he’d need a “real nice bag.” “A lot of people ask that,” he said at the time, regarding the idea. “I don’t know. It’s possible, but if Verzuz want me to do something, man, Imma need a real, real big bag, ’cause somebody makin’ some money off of that. Somebody gettin’ some money. You know what I mean? But uh, yeah, it’s possible. It’s gon’ take a real nice bag.”

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Joe Budden Speaks On Chingy And Young Buck’s Alleged Relationships With Trans Women

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During a recent episode of The Joe Budden Podcast, Budden discussed some recent allegations against Dwight Howard. The pro basketball player allegedly sent some NSFW texts to a male model, requesting that he send him “d*ck pics.” The conversation ended up sparking a discussion on some other allegations that have arisen in the past involving Young Buck and Chingy.

“I give the benefit of the doubt to people that have a special place in my heart, and I’m wrong every time,” Budden says. “Every time I gave it to Dwight Howard, I’m wrong. I gave it to Chingy, super wrong. I gave it to Young Buck — couldn’t be more wrong about that.” He continues, “I gave it to Bobby Valentino, smacked me up in the head again. N***as like f*cking transgenders, that’s the bottom line. When are we going to stop giving entertainers the benefit of the doubt? They be doing that sh*t.”

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Joe Budden Says “N***as Like F***ing” Trans People

Young Buck claimed to have nearly slept with a trans woman in 2021, though he said he “got the f*ck out of the room” before things went further. “Me, at the time, thinking with my d*ck, I smashed over there thinking I’m gonna smash on this b*tch and walk in the situation,” he explained. Young Buck continued, “It wasn’t even me knowing what the person was at the time, it was me feeling like, hold on, this is a f*cking robbery or set-up because when I realized, ‘Hold on, that ain’t the same muthaf*cka that’s been in the video.’” Obviously, the situation could be handled with a bit more tact, as the language used by most parties involved has been pretty insensitive.

As for Chingy, he claimed that his rumored relationship with trans personality Sidney Starr took a negative toll on his music career. According to Starr, Chingy “didn’t know [she] was transgender,” when he met her as a fan. She went on to apologize for claiming the two of them had a secret relationship.

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Pleasure P Shares Disgusting Story About A Used Condom To The Internet’s Disgust

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Pleasure P is known for his often hilarious persona, whether it’s before Verzuz battles or just his presence as a figure in the R&B world. Moreover, the Pretty Ricky vocalist just shared a pretty gross and far too detailed story with The Cali Kickback podcast recently that disgusted people who found it on the Internet. It concerns a used condom, and that’s about everything worth spoiling about it, because it’s quite bizarre to hear for yourself. Of course, this is far from a rarity in artist interviews and makes for some pretty funny moments. Still, maybe there’s a way to be just a little bit less overtly nasty when talking about it.

“I was having sex with a girl,” Pleasure P started his story off, and his compatriots had no idea what to expect. To be fair, they were talking about wild intercourse stories, so at least the Miami singer was on-topic and not completely unprompted. “She came to the crib, she was smelling really good. Everything was cool. We were actually hanging out at this spot before she came back to the crib. So she said, ‘I’m gonna go home and freshen up and I’m gonna come to your crib.’

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Pleasure P On The Cali Kickback

“I [had] been living here in L.A. at the time and she comes to my crib,” Pleasure P continued. “Then we started kissing and we doing it. So I get my condom, I put it on and I’m going. We’re going, having sex. Okay cool. And the TV is on, so then it goes black for a second- you know, like when they’re changing over to something else. Then the light comes on and I look down and I seen the condom. So I’m thinking that my condom came off. I grab the condom to put it back on and I felt my condom was still on. So I was like, ‘Yo, what the f**k?’

“The condom had been stuck inside of her and the first thing I thought about was how long it had been stuck there,” he concluded. “Yeah, it was disgusting. It was cr*zy. She was just like, ‘Oh my God, oh my God, oh my God! My ex- when I went home, he was there. He was trying to have sex with me and I told him no.’ I didn’t even care at that point.” Furthermore, he ended up kicking her out. We’ll see if he talks about this gross experience again at the next Verzuz battle; we really hope he doesn’t. On that note, check back in with HNHH for the latest news and updates on Pleasure P.

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Post Malone’s Fiancé Rejected His First Try At Proposing

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Post Malone is still enjoying the rollout of his new album AUSTIN. Two of the albums singles “Chemical” and “Mourning” have been in the Hot 100 for weeks. The album co go on to have even more success on the charts. It’s expected to sell over 100k copies in its first week which could place it as high as number two on the Billboard 200, behind only Travis Scott’s UTOPIA. As a part of the album’s promotional campaign, he stopped by the Call Her Daddy podcast. The show has become an increasingly commonplace for rappers and various celebs to stop by and get personal. Just last week Coi Leray discussed her own sex appeal and body image issues on an episode of the podcast.

Post Malone recently stopped by to share some stories of his own. Unsurprisingly, he had a lot of hilarious stuff to say. He told a story about his current fiancé, and how his proposal didn’t go so smoothly the first time around. “I had lost a significant amount of money at the table,” Post explained. “We go upstairs, and I’m off-my-rocker hammered, and I was like, ‘Hey, you wanna marry me?’ I got a ring and all this stuff. And she said, ‘No.’” As you can tell from her status as his fiancé though, it all worked out in the end. “She’s like, ‘Ask me tomorrow,’ and I was like, ‘All right.’ And then I did, and I was sober, and it was nice,” he concluded.

Post Malone’s Failed Proposal

Post Malone is no stranger to these hilarious and wholesome stories. Just yesterday fans couldn’t believe his excitement over a one-of-a-kind Magic: The Gathering card. They really couldn’t believe when Posty chose to buy the card for $2 million. That’s double the price of what Drake recently paid for a ring worn by 2pac in one of his final public appearances. That ring became the most expensive piece of hip-hop memorabilia ever sold at auction.

What do you think of Post Malone having to propose twice because he wasn’t sober? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Keefe D Sold Items Related To 2pac Murder Says Cop Who Worked The Case

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Recently the Las Vegas police raided a house which they later confirmed was in connection with the ongoing investigation of 2pac’s murder. While the investigation was never technically ended, it had been dormant for quite a while. With renewed interest from the police came renewed interest from fans. Now Chris Carroll, one of the first to arrive on the scene of his murder, is discussing some details. He joined The Art Of Dialogue recently and wasn’t shy about discussing the case details. One person he focused in on in particular is someone long associated with the case, Keefe D.

“This guy, Keefe D, has been shootin’ his mouth off for a couple of years now, openly telling everybody that he’s part of the murder,” Carroll begins. “He says he handed Orlando Anderson the gun and Orlando Anderson is the shooter, and shot 2Pac. He openly is saying, ‘I handed him the gun’ — well, that makes him part of this murder.” It’s long been suspected by many that Orlando Anderson, who died in 1998 was 2pac’s actual murderer. “I’ve heard rumors that he even had sold some items that he told people, y’know, were there that night. Whether that’s BS or not, I don’t know, but to think that not only is he admitting to being part of a murder but now he’s going to profit from the whole deal?” You can watch Carroll’s entire interview below.

Keefe D recently spoke about 2pac’s murder himself. He sat down on a different podcast to blame Diddy for getting him involved in it. That appearance came after news broke that police found bullets at Keefe D’s house and were testing them to see if they dated back to the rapper’s murder.

Earlier this week a ring worn by 2pac in one of his last public appearances was sold at auction. While the $1 million price tag got plenty of attention, even more people were shocked to find out that it was actually Drake who bought it. What do you think of Keefe D potentially selling items related to 2pac’s murder? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Sexyy Red Responds To NSFW YG And Theo Von Clip

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Sexyy Red deals with as many haters as almost anyone. The up-and-coming rap star deals with criticism for almost anything she does. Thankfully, artists and collaborators like NLE Choppa have taken the opportunity to stand up for her. Now, she received another shoutout from a fellow rapper but it didn’t exactly go where fans may have expected. In a new conversation with Theo Von, YG is asked about some of the most impressive female rappers emerging recently. He doesn’t have to hesitate in his answer “Sexyy Red goin Brazy.”

While it seems at first like they’re discussing her music, that topic quickly fades away when Theo pulls up a picture of her. Despite the conversation shifting more into how she looks than how her music actually sounds, Sexyy Red didn’t seem to mind at all. She quote tweeted the clip with a caption taken directly from something Theo says. ““I like some of that sht👹” her response reads. Her retweet has already racked up over 15k likes on Twitter and is full of fans sharing their own responses to the clip. “girl i know it’s prob not your thing but i would be hopping on that!” reads one of the top comments. “i jus watched this today sh*t had me dying,” says another.

Sexyy Red’s Hilarious Response

This isn’t the first time she’s played into jokes about her looks. After a picture of her and Drake together went viral, Sexyy Red played into the hype. In an interview during Rolling Loud, she made jokes about the nature of their relationship before clarifying that it was all business. She also announced that they had been sharing some music back and forth and may have a potential collab on the way.

Her performance at Rolling Loud in Miami proved to be a controversial one. A particular fan accused her of “emasculating black men” with her set but she quickly took to Twitter to shut down his take. What do you think of Sexyy Red’s reply to the hilarious clip? Let us know in the comment section below.

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