Tasha K has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and is seeking permission from the court to continue producing her Unwine with Tasha K podcast. One of her significant debts includes owing Cardi B a staggering $3.4 million in connection with a defamation judgment against her. According to court filings obtained by BlackIsTheStandard, Tasha K currently […]
Regardless of what officials in Fayetteville have to say, Rick Ross made it clear earlier this month that he’ll be hosting his annual car and bike show during the first weekend of June – permit approved or not. The rapper has previously held the event at his massive Promise Land estate in Georgia. However, for 2023’s festivities, his neighbours submitted a complaint requesting that he be prohibited from using his property for such matters. After some back-and-forth, it was initially declared that Ross would be denied their blessing. This resulted in him declaring his plans to run for mayor in the next election.
“It’s a private event on private property with VIPs and you’re invited. Tickets are still available online. It’s going to be a beautiful event. Shoutout to the beautiful city of Fayetteville,” the Mississippi native declared on his Instagram Story last week. Since then, it seems that he and the County Planning and Zoning Commission have come to agreeable terms. He proudly showed off a letter of approval from Director Deborah L. Bell on social media earlier this weekend.
“THE HATERS DEAD ,” Rozay wrote along with the exciting news. “WE UNSTOPPABLE.” One of the main concerns preventing Bell from signing the permit was traffic, which has been resolved by handing out passes to neighbours so that they can avoid the blockages. In addition, there will be 35 officers on site directing attendees around the area to ensure no problems arise. The Richer Than I Ever Been artist will be responsible for providing off-street parking and prohibited from using lighting for outdoor activities past 10 PM.
Even with a few restrictions placed on him, it still sounds as though the former correctional officer has big plans for his year’s event. Among them are live performances from the Biggest Boss himself and Gucci Mane, as well as over $300,000 in incredible prizes. Will you be attending Rick Ross’ annual car and bike show at the Promise Land next Saturday? Let us know in the comments, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.
The last time we reported on 23-year-old 9lokkNine was at the end of December 2021. Back then is when he was sentenced to seven years behind bars. The rapper was booked on federal charges of Possession of an Unregistered Firearm, Aggravated Identity Theft, and Felon in Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition, as XXL reports. On top of serving time, 9lokk will also be required to live under supervised release and drug treatment for an additional three years and pay $10,416 in restitution.
It’s been relatively quiet on his front since he went away. However, on Thursday (May 25), an Instagram fan account dedicated to the artist lit up with some new photos of him. “But You Know I Hold On Staying Strong I Keep My Helmet High ,” they wrote in the caption. In a series of photos, we see 9lokk kicking it with fellow inmates, all wearing matching sweatsuits and sneakers. The most obvious difference in the young star’s appearance is his hair, which he’s begun growing into an afro.
Aside from that, he’s also obviously had time to hit the gym in the last year and a half, as his figure is substantially bulkier than before he went away. Apart from the aforementioned charges, 9lokkNine is also accused of allegedly shooting a gun into an Orlando home in July of 2021. For this, he’s facing attempted second-degree murder, as authorities believe he was targeting another rapper at the time. A woman and her children were inside at the time, but thankfully, no one was harmed.
At the time, a witness told detectives that the “Crayola artist” wanted to be “the only rapper coming from Orlando. He previously rose to fame with projects like Loyalty Kill Love and Mind of Destruction. While he reportedly landed a deal with Cash Money Records, nothing ultimately came of it before his arrest. Are you surprised by 9lokkNine’s transformed appearance? Let us know in the comments, and tap back in later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.
The newest edition of HotNewHipHop’s weekly Fire Emoji is here to carry you through the weekend with the hottest tracks of the last seven days. Among the newest additions are songs by Yeat and Young Thug, Lil Durk, Diddy and City Girls, as well as several more.
As for Lil Durk, his highly-anticipated new album, Almost Healed, finally dropped this week after a delay, earlier this month. The project boasts collaborations with J. Cole, Future, Morgan Wallen, and more. As for the Fire Emoji playlist, his songs “War Bout It,” featuring 21 Savage, “Pelle Coat,” and “Grandson,” featuring Kodak Black all made the cut. He’s one of the most-featured artists on the playlist for this week along with Kodak Black, who just dropped his new album, Pistols & Pearls.
Pistols & Pearls sees Kodak work with EST GEE, Loe Shimmy, Lil Crix, and more. For Fire Emoji, the track “Dope Boy Magic” from the project gets a slot as does “Gunsmoke Town.” When he announced the project, Kodak hinted that it would be his last with Atlantic Records. “THANX to EVERYONE THATS BEEN ON THIS JOURNEY WITH ME LUVIN & THUGGIN!” he wrote on social media at the time. “I COULDNT FIND PEACE WITHOUT ALL THE VIOLENCE @atlanticrecords It’s Been Well !!! Nothing But Gratitude & The Utmost Respect.”
As for Yeat and Young Thug’s collaboration, “My Wrist,” it arrives as the YSL rapper is in jail for conspiracy to violate Georgia’s Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act. Future came forward on social media, this week, to share a “Free Slime” shirt in support of his longtime collaborator. Thug has been in jail since May 2022, when he and 29 other people associated with YSL were arrested on gang-related charges.
In recent weeks, many more top artists have been shouted out on Fire Emoji. KAYTRAMINÉ, Symba, Kevin Gates, Killer Mike, and NBA YoungBoy, among others, have all made the cut. Check out last week’s update to the Fire Emoji playlist below.
Adidas has requested a New York federal court to maintain the freeze on Kanye West’s Yeezy brand accounts, amounting to $75M. Ye’s controversial remarks, deemed antisemitic, led the sportswear brand to seek arbitration to terminate their lucrative partnership, resulting in this legal action. Legal Freeze On Yeezy Brand Accounts Unbeknownst to Kanye, court documents obtained […]
Patrick Xavier Clark, the suspect arrested late last year for Takeoff’s killing has been indicted on a murder charge by a grand jury. The indictment comes after Clark was released from jail after posting a bond in early 2023. On Thursday, May 25, Patrick Xavier Clark, the suspect arrested for shooting the late Migos rapper […]
It has recently been revealed that Nicki Minaj will indeed be featured on the Barbie live-action movie soundtrack along with Ice Spice, PinkPantheress, and more. The album Barbie: The Album will be released in July 2023 to coincide with the film’s premiere. Barbie: The Album: A Celebration of Female Artists Nicki Minaj will join other […]
Rap icon and business mogul 50 Cent has responded to overwhelming fan demand by announcing new tour dates for his highly-anticipated Final Lap Tour. The multi-talented artist revealed additional shows across North America and Europe, treating fans to more opportunities to witness his final performances. Updated By: Nicole Bartley (5/24/23 at 6:36 pm) 50 Announces […]
Teyana Taylor has made an exciting announcement on Instagram. She revealed that she will be serving as the creative director for Summer Walker’s highly anticipated show, “The Clear Series—One Night Only.” Updated By: Nicole Bartley (5/24/23 at 6:28 pm) Teyana Taylor, known for her artistic vision and creative talents, recently shared her involvement as the […]
Fetty Wap, also known as Willie Maxwell II, recently received a substantial prison sentence. He pleaded guilty to drug trafficking charges and will serve six years in jail. This outcome stems from his arrest in 2022 and subsequent legal proceedings. Fetty Wap faced legal issues when authorities arrested him in August 2022 for brandishing a […]