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Rick Ross Reflects On Fight With Drake Fans And Explains Why He Lost

September 13, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Rick Ross was Yung Miami’s latest guest on the Caresha Please podcast, and they had a whole lot of stuff to discuss. Of course, they couldn’t go long without referencing the massive Drake beef that took place this year, as well as The Biggest Boss’ run-in with OVO die-hards in Canada. For those unaware, a group of Drizzy fans confronted Ross at a Vancouver festival after he played Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us,” resulting in a mini-brawl between the two entourages. The former City Girl asked Rozay about his claim that no one punched him despite footage showing otherwise, and he explained how the altercation could’ve been much worse for his opponents.

“You saw a video of what?” Rick Ross responded to Yung Miami’s question about the alleged sucker punch. “Like I said, Rozay felt like a drink was [thrown]. ‘Cause once I – ‘Get back, p***y n***as!’ That whole s**t cleared up.” He ran away after the punch during this incident in which various of his colleagues got a nasty beating. But the Maybach Music Group mogul elaborated on why this would’ve turned out much differently if he had some more of his usual backup.

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The discussion around the Vancouver fight begins at around the 39:40-minute mark.

“All my homies that traveled with me, them n***as couldn’t come in ’cause of their felonies,” Rick Ross stated. “If I would’ve just had two or three more of my homies with me, we would’ve stripped them n***as out their drawers and socks.” He clarified that his assistant and his DJ (whom he called his “little homies”) were the only ones there to accompany and assist him, as well as one security guard.

“We got our paper, we got to the jet and, as a matter of fact, we went and had some Wingstop, so that was light work,” Rick Ross continued. “I ain’t even tripping ’cause like, I told them, ‘Y’all n***as did that like a G. Everybody got to the crib. That’s what it’s about.’ […] We had a conversation. ‘Let’s get back to the money.’ All my homies that usually travel with me, them the n***as that was upset. They was more upset than us.”

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Missy Elliott Honors Aaliyah on Death Anniversary: ‘Your IMPACT on Music is Still Being Felt’

August 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Missy Elliott is remembering her friend Aaliyah on the 23rd anniversary of her tragic passing. Elliott shared in a message written on X.

“Your IMPACT on music is still being felt & studied by the generations behind you!” she said. “They LOVE seeing your STYLE & MUSIC was different over 20 years ago & til this day you r still that TRENDSETTER.

“Prayers for your family & the families of those other talented lives who left with you on this day. You will NEVER be Forgotten.”

Your IMPACT on music is still being felt & studied by the generations behind you! They LOVE seeing your STYLE & MUSIC was different over 20 years ago & til this day you r still that TRENDSETTER Prayers for your family & the families of those other talented lives who left with… pic.twitter.com/SkYE0rrNBY

— Missy Elliott (@MissyElliott) August 25, 2024

In other Missy Elliott news, she is the first rapper to have a song played in space. On Instagram, she revealed she teamed with NASA to become the first rapper to have a song played in space through the Deep Space Network. She now joins The Beatles as the only artist to do so.

YOOO this is crazy! We just went #OutOfThisWorld with @nasa and sent the FIRST hip hop song into space through the Deep Space Network. My song “The Rain” has officially been transmitted all the way to Venus, the planet that symbolizes strength, beauty and empowerment. The sky is not the limit, it’s just the beginning

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Missy Elliott Becomes the First Rapper to Have Music Played in Space

July 18, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Missy Elliott Kicks Off OUT OF THIS WORLD Tour with Busta Rhymes Ciara and Timbaland

Missy Elliott is the first rapper to have a song played in space. On Instagram, she revealed she teamed with NASA to become the first rapper to have a song played in space through the Deep Space Network. She now joins The Beatles as the only artist to do so.

YOOO this is crazy! We just went #OutOfThisWorld with @nasa and sent the FIRST hip hop song into space through the Deep Space Network. My song “The Rain” has officially been transmitted all the way to Venus, the planet that symbolizes strength, beauty and empowerment. The sky is not the limit, it’s just the beginning

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Earlier this month, Missy Elliott, global Hip Hop/R&B icon, kicked off her groundbreaking debut headline tour, OUT OF THIS WORLD — The Missy Elliott Experience, to a sold-out crowd at Rogers Arena. The electrifying launch set a high bar for the remaining 29 dates of the tour.

Before Elliott took the stage, DJ Navarris energized the packed arena, followed by back-to-back dynamic performances from mega producer Timbaland, Multi-Platinum superstar Ciara, and Hip Hop legend Busta Rhymes.

Known as this summer’s must-see event, Elliott’s visionary production featured a troupe of 25 dancers, including ballerinas and a tap dancer, enhancing each performance with intergalactic set designs, cutting-edge visuals, and state-of-the-art lighting.

Elliott, whose influential catalog spans three decades, ignited the audience with hits like “Throw It Back,” “Sock It 2 Me,” “Get Ur Freak On,” and “Hot Boyz.” Her set culminated in an explosive finale with “Ching-A-Ling,” “Bring the Pain,” and “Work It.” Throughout the show, Elliott dazzled in custom outfits by celebrity stylist June Ambrose, ranging from a bedazzled astronaut suit to sleek latex ensembles and graffiti-inspired designs.

OUT OF THIS WORLD — The Missy Elliott Experience is produced by Live Nation in collaboration with Mona Scott-Young, Elliott’s manager and CEO of Monami Entertainment, and represented by Seth Shomes of Day After Day Productions (DADP). Fans across North America eagerly anticipate the tour’s next stops, eager to witness Elliott’s unmatched talent and innovative stage presence.

OUT OF THIS WORLD — THE MISSY ELLIOTT EXPERIENCE TOUR 2024 UPCOMING DATES:

Thursday, July 4 — Vancouver, BC — Rogers Arena SOLD OUT!

Saturday, July 6 — Seattle, WA — Climate Pledge Arena

Tuesday, July 9 — Oakland, CA — Oakland Arena

Thursday, July 11 — Los Angeles, CA — Crypto.com Arena

Friday, July 12 — Los Angeles, CA — Crypto.com Arena

Saturday, July 13 — Las Vegas, NV — T-Mobile Arena

Tuesday, July 16 — Denver, CO — Ball Arena

Thursday, July 18 — Austin, TX — Moody Center

Saturday, July 20 — Houston, TX — Toyota Center

Sunday, July 21 — Fort Worth, TX — Dickies Arena

Wednesday, July 24 — Tampa, FL — Amalie Arena

Thursday, July 25 — Sunrise, FL — Amerant Bank Arena

Saturday, July 27 — Atlanta, GA — State Farm Arena

Sunday, July 28 — Atlanta, GA — State Farm Arena

Tuesday, July 30 — Orlando, FL — Kia Center

Thursday, August 1 — Baltimore, MD — CFG Bank Arena

Friday, August 2 — Hampton, VA — Hampton Coliseum

Saturday, August 3 — Belmont Park, NY — UBS Arena

Monday, August 5 — Philadelphia, PA — Wells Fargo Center

Thursday, August 8 — Washington, DC — Capital One Arena

Friday, August 9 — Newark, NJ — Prudential Center

Saturday, August 10 — Boston, MA — TD Garden

Monday, August 12 — Brooklyn, NY — Barclays Center

Wednesday, August 14 — Cleveland, OH — Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse

Thursday, August 15 — Detroit, MI — Little Caesars Arena

Saturday, August 17 — Montreal, QC — Bell Centre

Monday, August 19 — Toronto, ON — Scotiabank Arena

Tuesday, August 20 — Toronto, ON — Scotiabank Arena

Thursday, August 22 — Rosemont, IL — Allstate Arena

Friday, August 23 — Rosemont, IL — Allstate Arena

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Missy Elliott Launches Sold-Out Tour with Spectacular Vancouver Show

July 9, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Missy Elliott, global Hip Hop/R&B icon, kicked off her groundbreaking debut headline tour, OUT OF THIS WORLD — The Missy Elliott Experience, to a sold-out crowd at Rogers Arena. The electrifying launch set a high bar for the remaining 29 dates of the tour.

OUT OF THIS WORLD — THE MISSY ELLIOTT EXPERIENCE TOUR 2024 UPCOMING DATES:

Thursday, July 4 — Vancouver, BC — Rogers Arena SOLD OUT!

Saturday, July 6 — Seattle, WA — Climate Pledge Arena

Tuesday, July 9 — Oakland, CA — Oakland Arena

Thursday, July 11 — Los Angeles, CA — Crypto.com Arena

Friday, July 12 — Los Angeles, CA — Crypto.com Arena

Saturday, July 13 — Las Vegas, NV — T-Mobile Arena

Tuesday, July 16 — Denver, CO — Ball Arena

Thursday, July 18 — Austin, TX — Moody Center

Saturday, July 20 — Houston, TX — Toyota Center

Sunday, July 21 — Fort Worth, TX — Dickies Arena

Wednesday, July 24 — Tampa, FL — Amalie Arena

Thursday, July 25 — Sunrise, FL — Amerant Bank Arena

Saturday, July 27 — Atlanta, GA — State Farm Arena

Sunday, July 28 — Atlanta, GA — State Farm Arena

Tuesday, July 30 — Orlando, FL — Kia Center

Thursday, August 1 — Baltimore, MD — CFG Bank Arena

Friday, August 2 — Hampton, VA — Hampton Coliseum

Saturday, August 3 — Belmont Park, NY — UBS Arena

Monday, August 5 — Philadelphia, PA — Wells Fargo Center

Thursday, August 8 — Washington, DC — Capital One Arena

Friday, August 9 — Newark, NJ — Prudential Center

Saturday, August 10 — Boston, MA — TD Garden

Monday, August 12 — Brooklyn, NY — Barclays Center

Wednesday, August 14 — Cleveland, OH — Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse

Thursday, August 15 — Detroit, MI — Little Caesars Arena

Saturday, August 17 — Montreal, QC — Bell Centre

Monday, August 19 — Toronto, ON — Scotiabank Arena

Tuesday, August 20 — Toronto, ON — Scotiabank Arena

Thursday, August 22 — Rosemont, IL — Allstate Arena

Friday, August 23 — Rosemont, IL — Allstate Arena

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Rick Ross Denies Getting Punched The Face In Canada: “I Got Hit With A Drink”

July 6, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Rick Ross made a horrible mistake during his recent trip to Vancouver, B.C. Following a string of shots between himself and Drake, Ross decided to troll some more by playing “Not Like Us” at the end of his set, leading to some friction between himself and some other people backstage. Things got heated and it appeared that Ross got struck in the face before his crew got jumped.

We’ve all seen the footage by now. Rick Ross gets into it with another man who seemingly connects his fist to the rapper’s jaw with “Not Like Us” playing in the background. However, the Miami boss doesn’t see it that way. In a video shared to his Instagram Story, Ross was seemingly in denial about getting assaulted. “When the first dude stepped up to Rozay, the short fat one that looks like Bam Bam Bigelow from wrestling. When he stepped up, and then I squat down to his eyes and told him what I said. Basically, wherever I hit you, I’mma see whatever you ate for the last two days,” he said.

“His balls dropped out of his ass. He never said another word,” Rick Ross continued. “He never did nothing, he was a straight buster. Then the n***a behind him said, ‘I know MM-AYYYEEEEEEE!’ And then, I got hit with a drink. I’m still convinced no n***a punched me.” His theory is that someone actually threw a drink at him because “throwin’ a drink would’ve been way more disrespectful than screaming ‘‘I know MM-AYYYEEEEEEE!’”

Rick Ross Fires Back Over Vancouver Clash

Ross isn’t the first person to face backlash for performing this song in Canada. Cipha Sounds allegedly faced the wrath of OVO 40 for using the song for an Instagram post about his comedy set in Toronto. Then, there was the story of a DJ in Toronto who got removed from the club. Though “Not Like Us” currently sits at #10 on Billboard Canadian Hot 100, it became a faux-pas of sorts to play that song in public.

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Rick Ross Breaks His Silence On Vancouver Brawl After Drake Seemingly Co-Signs It

July 1, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Over the weekend, chaos broke loose after a Rick Ross performance in Vancouver. Reportedly, the hitmaker was confronted by several alleged Drake supporters, leaving him with no choice but to fight back. The brawl reportedly took place at the Ignite Music Festival last night (June 30), and footage of it is now making its rounds on social media.

It’s rumored to have all begun when Ross had his DJ play Kendrick Lamar’s iconic Drake diss track, “Not Like Us,” at the event. This clearly prompted a fair bit of tension and eventually resulted in him getting punched in the face. After that, several others jumped in. At the time of writing, it’s unclear if anybody was seriously injured in the fight. It’s also unconfirmed whether or not the men who went after Ross were in any way affiliated with Drake.

Drake Likes Video Of Rick Ross’ Altercation On IG

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It appears, however, that Drake has caught wind of the shocking incident. He reportedly liked a video of the attack on Instagram, and while this doesn’t prove that he co-signs the behavior, it certainly seems to suggest it. After all, the two of them wound up going back and forth online amid Drake’s lyrical battle with Kendrick Lamar. Drizzy even got a diss track directed at him, “Champagne Moments,” in which Ross accuses him of getting a nose job and much more.

Drake has yet to make a statement on the viral altercation, but Ross recently took to The Shade Room with a brief message. “I thought they were bottle service boys ha!” he said. He also took to his Instagram Story with a clip of him laughing, writing “Vancouver was fun, til next time.” What do you think of Rick Ross getting attacked after reportedly playing “Not Like Us” in Vancouver? What about Drake liking a video of the altercation on Instagram? Are you surprised or not? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Lil Yachty Concert Shut Down After Five Songs Over Safety Concerns

October 22, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Lil Yachty’s concert in Vancouver lasted just five songs before it was shut down over safety concerns. Yachty had invited as many people as possible to join the mosh pit, an invitation that the venue took issue with. A huge mass of people could be seen trying to enter that section of the venue. Security then tried to get them to leave the pit, with many fans refusing to do so. Citing safety concerns, the concert was then ended by the venue.

Yachty is yet to release a statement about the incident. The show was the first on a North American and European tour that runs for the rest of the year. The next show is scheduled for tonight in Portland. Furthermore, Yachty remains in North America until early November. Then, following a two-week break, he will continue the tour in Europe, beginning in Oslo.

Billie Eilish Co-Signs Lil Yachty’s Name Drop

@lilyachty just had his show in Vancouver cancelled after 5 songs for inviting everyone into the pit, people then refused to leave the pit forcing the venue to shut it down.. #lilyachty #fieldtriptour pic.twitter.com/HgFkNyj97Q

— Ice Tilt (@IceTiltHero) October 22, 2023

However, it’s not all been bad news for Yachty as of late. Billie Eilish recently gave her stamp of approval on Yachty’s NSFW namedrop on his recent Drake feature. On “Another Late Night”, in which Drake also addressed allegations surrounding Millie Bobby Brown, Yachty shouted out the 21-year-old pop star. “I let her go, she fine as hell but baby wasn’t stylish / She had big t-ts like Billie Eilish, but she couldn’t sing (Drip),” Yachty rapped on his verse.

The lyrics then popped up in an Instagram post of Eilish’s alongside images of various activities such as biking and a shot of the singer’s new tattoo. While Eilish didn’t say anything specific, the inclusion of the lyrics appears to be a sign of approval. Of course, it’s not the first time Eilish has been name-dropped in a rap track. Armani White named a whole track after Eilish, with the line “Glock tucked, big t-shirt Billie Eilish” becoming a viral sound for thirst trap transitions on TikTok.

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50 Cent Hands Out Shots In The Club After Performing In Vancouver

September 11, 2023 by newhiphopnews

When it comes to keeping the party alive, few celebrities can match the charisma and energy of rapper 50 Cent. Over the weekend, the hip-hop mogul and entrepreneur did what he does best. He partied “In Da Club” and created unforgettable moments. But this time, it wasn’t just about his music. It was about the shared joy of good times and camaraderie. And this was all thanks to a generous round of shots that 50 Cent passed out himself at the club. Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, who’s currently on his The Final Lap tour, made a memorable stop at Rogers Arena in Vancouver on Friday night (Sept. 8). The electrifying performance featured special guests Busta Rhymes and Jeremih. For the eight Canadian dates of the tour, Toronto rapper Pressa was added as a special guest. Following the arena show, he continued the party spirit by gracing Gallery nightclub with his presence for an unforgettable afterparty.

Subsequently, videos circulated on social media as 50 Cent performed at the exclusive club and made his presence felt. The rapper decided to add a personal touch to his nightclub appearance. Instead of merely performing his hits and basking in the limelight, he took the stage. In a spontaneous act of generosity, he began passing out shots of top-shelf liquor to the crowd.

Partying “In Da Club” with 50 Cent

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Undoubtedly, 50 Cent’s larger-than-life presence commanded the attention of everyone in attendance. As he handed out the shots, his infectious grin and magnetic charisma lit up the room. Fans and partygoers eagerly accepted the unexpected gifts, toasting to the night and relishing the unique experience. It wasn’t just about the alcohol; it was about the shared moment, the unity, and the thrill of celebrating life with a legendary artist. Of course, the rapper didn’t stop there. He mingled with fans, posed for selfies, and even joined in on a dance or two. It was a night that clubgoers will undoubtedly remember for a long time to come, not just for the music but for the unforgettable connection they shared with one of the most iconic figures in the hip-hop industry.

For fans who want their moment with Fif, there’s still opportunities to see him on tour. The Final Lap tour commemorates the 20th anniversary of 50 Cent’s iconic album, Get Rich or Die Tryin with classic tracks like “In Da Club” and “P.I.M.P.” Aligning with the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, The Final Lap tour signifies what may be 50 Cent’s ultimate extensive journey on the road. Over the past decade, his musical output has been relatively scarce, but his moves in the television industry have grown tenfold. 50 Cent’s decision to pass out shots of liquor in the club over the weekend wasn’t just about a good time; it was a testament to the enduring power of music to create moments of joy and unity.

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Drake & Travis Scott Perform “MELTDOWN” For The First Time Ever In Vancouver: Watch

August 30, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Drake and Travis Scott brought the heat to Vancouver, BC on Tuesday night. After Drake postponed his Monday night concert in the Canadian city, the rapper made sure that he made up for it on Tuesday. Since 21 Savage hasn’t been able to make it, Drake has replaced him on selected dates with equally enthralling artists. In Montreal, for example, Drake brought out J. Cole for two nights in a row. Travis Scott appears to be the replacement for the remainder of the Canadian dates.

For the first time ever, Drake and Travis Scott performed their new collaboration, “MELTDOWN” off of Scott’s Utopia. “For the first time ever in Vancouver. Astro and the Boy. We in this b*tch! T Time!!!” Drake yelled before leaping into his verse. Fans sang the lyrics back bar-for-bar before Scott’s “is you f*ckin’ crazy” hook kicked in. It definitely lived up to the energy the two delivered on the album version of “MELTDOWN.” It’s an especially big moment since it seems that Drake’s waited for Travis Scott in order to perform the record live.

Drake & Travis Scott Shut Down Vancouver

With a bank of collaborations dating back to 2015, Drake and Travis Scott gave fans a spectacle on Tuesday night. Of course, it wouldn’t have been right if they didn’t perform their diamond-certified single “SICKO MODE,” either. Beyond that, Scott also dove into a handful of records from his new album including “FEIN” and “I KNOW.” From the videos that have emerged, Travis Scott definitely didn’t disappoint his fans who were in attendance at the Vancouver show.

Perhaps, we could expect the two artists to slide through with more music once For All The Dogs drops. Drake has yet to cement a release date for the project but it seems like it’ll likely arrive before the end of the year. Fans anticipated the album would drop last Friday, largely due to reports from Billboard and Amazon Music that confirmed an Aug. 25th release date. Ultimately, fans were left disappointed but he’s provided fans with updates on the way and suggested it would drop before he concludes his tour.

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Drake’s Vancouver Concert Postponement Upsets Canadian Fans

August 29, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Though Drake originally hails from Canada, and he takes plenty of pride in being the 6ix God, his performances in his home country don’t always go as planned. Unfortunately for those in Vancouver hoping to attend his It’s All a Blur show on Monday (August 28), they were met with news of a last-minute postponement to Wednesday evening. Many were obviously upset by the news, especially after spending their afternoon getting ready and pre-gaming, but thankfully it’s not all bad news.

While 21 Savage has been joining Champagne Papi on stages across North America this summer, rumour has it that Travis Scott will be making an appearance. The father of two’s private jet reportedly landed on the west coast yesterday, meaning that if we don’t see him perform “MELTDOWN” or “SICKO MODE,” we’ll likely at least see him raging along to Drake’s set in the audience.

Drake Promises Vancouver a Memorable Performance

Drake Vancouver Concert — @champagnepapi/Instagram Story

“Vancouver it’s T-TIME [tomorrow], don’t you worry,” the Certified Lover Boy artist promised his followers via Instagram. Of course, due to the last-minute rescheduling of the show, some of those who had tickets for Monday won’t be able to make it to Wednesday’s performance. This left them understandably upset, though some of them chose to channel their anger in a less-than-flattering fashion.

In the video below, those waiting outside the latest It’s All a Blur tour stop venue lash out at an employee delivering the sad news to them. “It’s out of our control,” the Rogers Arena staff member reminded the disgruntled group. As HipHopDX reports, the only reason disclosed for the rescheduled event is ongoing issues with the “newly installed scoreboard.”

Fans React to Show’s Postponement

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