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Polo G & Family Bail Out Of Prison On Felony Charges After Police Raid: Report

August 24, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Authorities reportedly released Polo G and his brother from prison on bond, and got felony charges following a Wednesday (August 23) police raid on the Chicago rapper’s home. Moreover, his mother also clarified that they released his sister as well, and she announced that Polo and his sibling Taurean came home. Both had a $100,000 bail, left jail on Thursday (August 24), and have upcoming court dates on September 12 and 13, respectively. However, after officials finished the raid, police arrested them on Wednesday for several felonies, according to TMZ Hip Hop. These include kidnapping, assault with a deadly weapon, and robbery, and they bonded out the following day. In addition, on Wednesday, the Hall Of Fame MC’s lawyer Bradford Cohen spoke to XXL about these developments.

“The incident surrounded someone staying in Polo’s home and not Polo directly,” he remarked to the publication. “The officers have detained [Polo G] to ‘verify’ that he is not a convicted [criminal], as they assert a firearm was found in the home. It is widely known that Polo is not convicted and never was convicted. I personally got all his charges in Miami dismissed when he was in our opinion wrongfully arrested and charged. They have refused to allow us access to our client which is also an illegal and unethical practice and someone will have to answer for these new wrongful actions.”

Polo G’s Mother Announces His & His Brother’s Release From Prison

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Furthermore, Cohen referred to an earlier 2021 incident with this statement. Authorities arrested Polo G in Miami and faced charges of “battery on a police officer, threatening a public servant, resisting an officer with violence, resisting an officer without violence, and criminal mischief.” Regarding the robbery charges, it seems authorities were concerned that he was harboring a fugitive, and other reports suggested that the robbery fugitive in question was Taurean. “Polo, Leilani, and Baby are detained,” his mother had written on social media. “An active investigation is taking place… To my knowledge, Polo is not the object / focus of the investigation. I am hopeful that the LAPD will handle this matter with tact and transparency. I will update you all as time permits.”

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Meanwhile, this threw a wrench into the 24-year-old’s release rollout, although more clicks can’t hurt. His upcoming album Hood Poet may be his last, and it’s unclear if this legal case will impact it significantly. Hopefully he’s able to sort all this out and authorities can get a clearer image of who’s at fault. On that note, keep checking in with HNHH for more news and the latest updates on Polo G.

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Polo G Cuffed as Police Execute Search Warrant on His Home

August 23, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Polo G Announces New Album 'HOOD POET' for September

Polo G was handcuffed outside his Los Angeles-area home as offers executed a search warrant. During the warrant’s execution, Polo G and others inside the home were ordered out of the house individually.

According to TMZ, the warrant was in connection to a robbery, leading to four people being arrested. Reps for Polo G state he was not the subject of the investigation. “We are hopeful the LAPD will handle this matter with tact and transparency,” a rep said.

An additional update states Polo G was detained in case he harbored a fugitive. That said person is Polo G’s bother, Tauren, known as Trench Baby.

“Polo is being held to under the guise that the police department needs to double check that he is not a convicted felon as there was a purported firearm found in the home,” Polo G’s attorney Bradford Cohen said. “He is not and never was a convicted felon. Any precious charges he had I got dismissed and it’s all public record. They are also denying myself and my California law partner Zoey Aron access to him while he is being illegally detained.”

Polo G is gearing up to drop his highly anticipated album, HOOD POET, on Sept. 15, courtesy of Columbia Records. The multi-platinum artist took a unique approach to reveal the news, treating fans to a 24-hour live stream painting of the striking “HOOD POET” mural. The event culminated in the premiere of a captivating album announcement trailer that promises cinematic brilliance.

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Polo G Was Reportedly Put In Handcuffs As Police Raided His Los Angeles Mansion With A Search Warrant

August 23, 2023 by newhiphopnews

A week ago, Polo G announced his fourth album, Hood Poet. At the moment, though, he’s got something else to deal with: TMZ reports that Los Angeles police raided Polo’s home today (August 23).

The publication has video and photos of the situation and notes that multiple vehicles and officers from the Los Angeles Police Department were at the rapper’s San Fernando Valley mansion (that he bought for $5 million in 2021). They were there carrying out a search warrant and they ordered multiple people (including Polo) out of the house and handcuffed them while they conducted their search.

Law enforcement sources reportedly told TMZ that the warrant was in connection to a robbery and that four suspects have been taken into custody, but have not yet been booked. A Polo G representative told the publication that the rapper has been detained as part of an active investigation, but that he is not the focus of the investigation. TMZ was reportedly told that “Polo will update his fans and supporters when the time is right.”

Hood Poet, Polo G’s first album since his No. 1 LP Hall Of Fame, is set for release on September 15. A few days after announcing the project, the rapper shared a video for “Barely Holdin’ On.”

Polo G Says He’s Considering Retirement After Upcoming Album “Hood Poet”

August 18, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Polo G is without a doubt one of the most successful and definitive rap stars of the 2020s decade so far. However, ahead of the upcoming release of his new album, Hood Poet, the 24-year-old hinted to fans that he might be ready to wrap things up. Moreover, he took to Twitter to express why he could retire after this project, and to thank fans who stood by him throughout his career. “Honestly, after my HOOD POET album I’m considering retiring from music. So I appreciate everybody ridin for me 10 fold,” he remarked. “This rap s**t got so watered down it ain’t no fun in it no more.”

Of course, this is sad news for his fans, but also just an idea and a possible option that he’s weighing alongside many others. After all, retirement is difficult even for those who want it. It wouldn’t be surprising at all if the Chicago MC continues to release singles, features, and the like, as well as promo opportunities, touring, and many more things that go into being an artist. With these concerns in mind, though, all we can hope for is that he’s able to choose the path he wants and is best for him, unencumbered by external circumstances or opinions.

Polo G Suggests He Might Hang Up The Mic After Hood Poet

Furthermore, this adds even more weight to his upcoming album, or it’s just a way to get more hyped buzzed around it (both can be true). Hood Poet (which stands for “He Overcame Obstacles During Pain Or Emotional Trauma”) is his potential swan song, and follows up a long wait from his last project, 2021’s Hall Of Fame. Hopefully it’s a solid and compelling set of tracks regardless of Polo G’s future. With the lead single “Barely Holdin’ On,” fans of the “No Time Wasted” spitter have a solid indication of the greatness to expect.

Meanwhile, Polo already cemented himself as a key part of not just the Chicago drill scene, but also the contemporary hip-hop game as a whole. If he actually does retire, it will be interesting to see how his path within the genre and outside of it continues. Maybe he eschews the public limelight altogether and focuses more on his personal life. Either way, all we can do is appreciate what he gave us already and look forward to what’s on the way, because you never know if it could be his last. For more news and the latest updates on Polo G, stay up to date on HNHH.

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WATCH: Polo G Delivers New Video for “Barely Holdin’ On”

August 18, 2023 by newhiphopnews

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Polo G has unveiled the captivating music video for his latest single, “Barely Holdin’ On.” The poignant video, directed by RAPSTAR music video maestro ARRAD, once again teams up with Polo G to craft an emotionally charged visual experience.

The video’s narratives were thoughtfully chosen by Polo himself, featuring real individuals grappling with genuine struggles. This deliberate decision reflects Polo’s commitment to authenticity, highlighting their everyday challenges and triumphs.

“Barely Holdin’ On” stands as the lead single from Polo G’s highly anticipated forthcoming album, “HOOD POET,” slated for release on September 15th under Columbia Records. As Polo G continues to blend his evocative storytelling with impactful visuals, this latest release promises to be a potent precursor to the full album’s debut, creating heightened anticipation among fans and the music world at large.

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Polo G Shows Love To Survivors Of Struggle In His New Video, ‘Barely Holdin’ On’

August 18, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Polo G is back, and this time, he’s putting his pain on display, while sending love to those who are hurting. On his new single, “Barely Holdin’ On,” Polo delivers a tear-jerking ballad over an emotional piano instrumental, as he sings of his hopes to live long and make an impact while he’s still with us.

“Barely holdin’ on / this life gets scary as it goes on / Burdens while we carry on / I ain’t perfect, spare me if I’m wrong / Hope my secrets get buried when I’m gone / starin’ at the writin’ on these headstones / They keep on tryna tear me, but I’m strong / that’s what you wanted to tell me all along,” he sings on the song’s chorus.

“Barely Holdin’ On” comes from Polo’s upcoming album, Hood Poet, which is set to arrive this fall. The accompanying visual was directed by Polo’s frequent collaborator, Araad, and sees Polo visiting fans who have been in dark places.

Toward the end of the video, the fans introduce themselves, and briefly share stories of receiving a vital transplant, surviving as a single mother, recovering from substance abuse, and perseverance after tragedy.

You can watch the video for “Barely Holdin’ On” above.

Hood Poet is out 9/15 via Columbia records. Find more information here.

Polo G Announces New Album ‘Hood Poet’

August 16, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Polo G is gearing up to release his highly anticipated new album, Hood Poet. Set to drop on September 15; the album promises to showcase Polo G’s lyrical prowess and personal experiences. Polo G Announces ‘Hood Poet’ The album’s announcement came during a 24-hour live-stream painting of the Hood Poet mural, followed by a cinematic […]

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Polo G Announces New Album ‘HOOD POET’ for September

August 16, 2023 by newhiphopnews

For “HOOD POET,” Polo G joined forces with producer Southside to craft what promises to be his most intimate and introspective work yet. The album’s acronym, “He Overcame Obstacles During Pain Or Emotional Trauma,” speaks volumes about its personal journey. Polo candidly reflects on his struggles with mental health and trauma, vowing to transcend these challenges and navigate the intricate path to healing.

Polo G ignited excitement for the album during Rolling Loud Miami, distributing lyric-laden t-shirts and posting HOOD POET lyric posters across major cities, all leading fans to the revealing www.thehoodpoet.com website.

The anticipation builds as Polo G readies to drop “Barely Holdin’ On,” the lead single from HOOD POET, this Friday, Aug. 18th. Teaming up with music video director Arrad once again, Polo G is set to deliver a mesmerizing music video alongside the single’s release, promising an unforgettable experience for fans.

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Polo G Announced His Fourth Album ‘Hood Poet’ And Celebrated With A Brand New Chain

August 15, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Polo G‘s last album, Hall of Fame, was released in June of 2021 (and reissued as Hall of Fame 2.0 in December) so it’d be understandable if fans of the Chicago rapper were getting a little antsy waiting for a follow-up. Fortunately for them, it looks like they’ll be getting one sooner than later, as he subtly announced with the launch of a YouTube livestream revealing the album’s title and release date. It’s called Hood Poet and is due one month from this writing on September 15.

Polo celebrated the announcement with the purchase of a new chain from Icebox bearing a massive heart-shaped pendant bearing the album’s title alongside a goat (as in GOAT — Greatest Of All Time — the title of his second album), a microphone, and a hand holding a pen. Naturally, the whole thing is absolutely drenched in diamonds. In addition to watching the creation of a massive mural featuring a similar design, the livestream has also been periodically previewing some of the songs from the album, with a countdown to each preview so you can check in. As of publication, the next one is a little under 90 minutes away.

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Hood Poet is due on 9/15 via Columbia records. You can get more info here.

Polo G Hints At “Hood Poet” Album With Lyric Posters

August 8, 2023 by newhiphopnews

It has been nearly two full years since Polo G’s last solo effort. He put out a follow-up to Hall of Fame titled Hall of Fame 2.0. It is a 34-song and one-hour and 30-minute venture that most album listeners are not going to want to tackle. The Chicago-born “RAPSTAR” has been in conversations about being one of the best in the modern rap game, to being one of the most up-and-down artists as well. However, he still brings in nearly 24 million monthly listeners on Spotify, and his top five songs total, easily, billions of plays.

Polo G is also a playable character in NBA 2K23, which most rappers cannot make that claim. He is also living an exciting life of a celebrity, so he is certainly not struggling by any means. However, there are some people that believe he has not tapped into his full potential. But, he has the chance to prove the doubters wrong with his next release of Hood Poet, which is rumored to be the title. The reason Hood Poet news is making waves around social media is due to a recent Instagram post from ourgenerationmusic.

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What has fans assuming Hood Poet is the next release, are posters in public with lyrics with “H.O.O.D P.O.E.T” under each one. However, a lot of people really do not seem to give a hoot about this news. One person writes, “We don’t care dude is irrelevant.” Another says, “Don’t Care, I’m still waiting for A$AP Rocky’s new album.” Finally, someone goes as far as to say, “If not he may as well retire at this point lol.”

This may be Polo G’s last chance to win fans back over and it might require a tighter track list and a direction to do so. What do you think about these lyric posters around town? Are you excited for more Polo G music, or could you wait for it? Be sure to tell us all your thoughts in the comments section below. Additionally, stay in tune with HNHH for all the latest news on the music world.

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