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Kendrick Lamar Could Have Made His Acting Debut In The Miles Davis Biopic, According To Don Cheadle

October 4, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Kendrick Lamar’s stance in the music scene has long been solidified. With a Pulitzer Prize, multiple Grammys, chart-topping tracks, an upcoming Apple Music Superbowl Halftime Show, and a rap beef win under his belt, the “We Cry Together” rapper has nothing left to prove. But, over in the acting world, Lamar is still a novice.

According to Don Cheadle, though, Lamar could have popped up in another musician’s biopic. During the actor’s recent appearance on Way Up With Angela Yee, Cheadle claimed that Lamar was offered a role in the Miles Davis movie, Miles Ahead.

“To talk about acting, when we shot [the ‘D.N.A.’] video, Kendrick was so with it,” he said. “He stayed in character the whole video. He was really committed. He was someone that I had thought about casting in my movie I did, Miles Ahead, and have him play the role of Junior. We talked about it for a long time, and ultimately he said, ‘I don’t think I’m ready to do that. I’m kind of working on a project right now, and I have to see that through, and I also don’t wanna come in here halfway,’ and I was like, ‘No, I get it.’ And it was [his 2015 album] To Pimp A Butterfly, and I’m like, ‘I think you made the right choice on that one!’”

Ultimately, the role of Junior went to LaKeith Stanfield. Lamar, though, at least appeared in 50 Cent’s Power series.

Watch Cheadle’s full appearance on Way Up With Angela Yee above.

Don Cheadle Reveals Kendrick Lamar Declined Role In His Miles Davis Biopic

October 4, 2024 by newhiphopnews

During his recent appearance on Way Up With Angela Yee, Don Cheadle opened up about his part in Kendrick Lamar’s 2017 “DNA” video. He also took the opportunity to reveal that he offered Kendrick a role in his Miles Davis biopic, Miles Ahead. Unfortunately, Kendrick turned it down, but it seems like he had a solid reason.

“To talk about acting, when we shot [the ‘D.N.A.’] video, Kendrick was so with it. […] He stayed in character the whole video. […] He was really committed,” Cheadle explained, “He was someone that I had thought about casting in my movie I did, Miles Ahead, and have him play the role of Junior.”

Don Cheadle Recalls Considering Kendrick Lamar To Play Junior In Miles Ahead

“We talked about it for a long time and ultimately he said, ‘I don’t think I’m ready to do that. I’m kind of working on a project right now and I have to see that through and I also don’t wanna come in here halfway,’ and I was like, ‘No, I get it,’” Cheadle continued. “And it was [his 2015 album] To Pimp A Butterfly and I’m like, ‘I think you made the right choice on that one!’”

Now, several years later, Kendrick is preparing to make his acting debut. He’s set to appear in a film with South Park co-creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker. They were spotted filming earlier this week in Pomona, California. Variety reports that the film will hit theaters next summer. It will follow “a young Black man interning as a slave reenactor at a living history museum who discovers that his white girlfriend’s ancestors once owned his,” according to a post from Discussing Film. What do you think of Don Cheadle revealing that Kendrick Lamar declined a role in his 2015 Miles Davis biopic? Does this surprise you or not? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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B. Dot Slams Playboi Carti In Response To “Complex” Best Atlanta Rappers List

August 16, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Earlier this week, Complex unveiled its list of the 50 best Atlanta rappers of all time. As expected, the list has since sparked quite a debate among social media users, who have differing opinions on who deserved to make the cut and how they should have been ranked. Playboi Carti, for instance, came in at No. 12. This put him ahead of artists like Jermaine Dupri, Killer Mike, Gunna, and more.

This didn’t sit right with some, including B. Dot. He weighed in on the list on Way Up With Angela Yee recently, making it abundantly clear that he’s not a fan. “I can’t get jiggy with that,” he began. “Have you ever heard Playboi Carti’s music? He raps in like Batman sound effects. He sucks. He’s terrible.”

B. Dot Calls Playboi Carti’s Music “Terrible”

Clearly, B. Dot wasn’t holding back in the slightest, though it looks like he’s not alone in his beliefs. Kurrco shared a clip of the rant on X today, prompting social media users to share their own takes on Playboi Carti’s ranking. Many agree with B. Dot’s comments, arguing that he was placed far too high on the list. Fortunately for the rapper, there are also plenty of fans coming to his defense in the replies, claiming that his influence is undeniable despite his music not being for everyone.

While it’s safe to say that B. Dot isn’t looking forward to hearing anything new from Playboi Carti, the performer’s fans have been hoping for his new album for months. An official release date for the project has not yet been revealed, though a previously unheard track featuring his phone call with Adin Ross surfaced online earlier this week. What do you think of Complex‘s list of the 50 best Atlanta rappers of all time? What about B. Dot’s reaction to Playboi Carti coming in at No. 12? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Maino Says Hitmaka’s Lying About His Infamous Slap

June 30, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Maino says he did slap Hitmaka during an altercation in 2008 and that it “straightened [Hitmaka] out a little bit.” Maino discussed the incident during an interview on Way Up with Angela Yee after Hitmaka claimed the slap never actually happened. When Yee played audio of Hitmaka denying it occurred, Maino struggled to understand why he would even bring the topic up.

“Berg, why you even speaking about this issue?” Maino said. “We’re talking over 10 years [ago]. It’s not relevant. Why you taking time to make up these stories?” He added: “All that’s cap. And that’s my issue. Why you even talking about this? Anytime I’m doing an interview [and] they mention that, I downplay it … I just seen him last year. I ain’t on nothing. We way past that. Why you even speaking about that?”

Maino & Hitmaka Pose Together In N.Y.C.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MARCH 08: Hitmaka and Maino attend Jim Jones & Hitmaka’s “Back In My Prime” Executive Dinner on March 08, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

Maino continued: “And not to mention, not only are you speaking about it, but if you’re gonna talk about it, at least say the truth! We all was in a different place back then. And I did a lot of stuff back then. I had a lot of skirmishes and issues with a lot of people, but we got past that … You brought that up and you’re not even telling the truth. You’re making it seem like—you’re talking about I’m opening up for you. It’s all cap.” The denial from Hitmaka stems from an interview with DJ Akademiks. In previous years, he admitted that his doing “some dumb sh*t” led to the beef in the first place.

Maino Addresses Hitmaka’s Claims

Check out Maino’s full response to Hitmaka above on Way Up with Angela Yee. Be on the lookout for further updates on Maino and Hitmaka on HotNewHipHop.

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Kash Doll Announces New Stage Name Amid Pregnancy & Comparisons

April 11, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Kash Doll is undergoing some major changes these days, and has announced that a name change will be one of them. During a recent appearance on Way Up With Angela Yee, the performer revealed that she plans to rebrand. According to her, getting pregnant with her second child is what prompted her desire to change her stage moniker, as she’s now looking for something a bit more sophisticated. She also notes the various other “dolls” in the industry and the unavoidable comparisons that come along with her current name.

“I’m juggling between a few things,” she explained, revealing the title she was considering for her next album. “I was going to say The Last Doll, and it means so much, right? Like I think I’ma leave the ‘doll’ stuff alone. I think I’m going to give it to my child — hopefully it’s a girl. I’ma go ahead and pass that down.”

Kash Doll Reveals She’ll Now Go By Keisha

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When asked what she plans to go by in the future, she responded with her birth name. “Keisha,” she said. “I’m a grown woman with two kids — I don’t want to be called a doll no more. And then it’s so many dolls. Shout out to them, y’know what I’m saying, but it’s like every time my name is brought up, it’s like, ‘Who’s the best doll?’” Of course, most commenters are in full support of the switch and would root for the artist regardless of what she went by. Others are sad to see her step away from the title and note that they’ll continue to call her what they know her as.

What do you think of Kash Doll revealing that she’s changing her stage name? Do you prefer Keisha over Kash Doll or not? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Hitmaka Recalls Fighting With Mustard For Production Credit On Meek Mill Song

February 27, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Hitmaka says he once had to fight with Mustard to get proper credit on Meek Mill’s song, “Whatever You Need,” early in his career. Discussing Tiffany Red’s recent comments on Beyonce during an appearance on Angela Yee’s Way Up With Yee show, Hitmaka admitted he dealt with a similar situation once.

“That happened to me one time, just being transparent,” he began. “I was working under DJ Mustard at some point in my career early in my career and I did a record and I gave it to Mustard; and me and Mustard ended up not working with each other anymore. But he went and re-produced the record, and it was a sample. So it was able for him to take my idea and hook and sell it to Meek Mill, which turned into ‘Whatever You Need’ featuring Chris Brown and Ty Dolla $ign.”

Hitmaka Appears On “Million Dollaz Worth Of Game”

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 25: Hitmaka speaks onstage during the “Live: Podcast with Million Dollaz Worth Of Game” panel at House Of BET on June 25, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET)

He continued: “But I didn’t have no leverage at the time, and I’m assuming that Tiffany probably felt like she didn’t have leverage in those situations. But I continued to work hard, and I’ll never forget it but we at the ASCAP Awards and I win for Meek Mill ‘Dangerous,’ and they’re like, ‘Meek, come back up here again. Whatever you need, we gotta give you this one.’ But at that point, I had the leverage so I just called Roc Nation and we ended up working it out.” Red called out Beyonce, as well as other artists, for songwriting credits she feels are undeserved. She noted Beyonce in particular because she feels she’s the “Michael Jackson of our generation.” Check out Hitmaka’s full comments below.

Hitmaka Speaks With Angela Yee

Elsewhere in the interview, Hitmaka discussed his relationship with Tink and more. Be on the lookout for further updates on Hitmaka on HotNewHipHop.

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Offset Discusses Cheating On Cardi B: “I Was Young”

August 1, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Offset reflected on cheating on his wife, Cardi B, during a new interview on Way Up With Angela Yee. The Migos rapper says that he was “young,” on drugs, and making “bad decisions” at the time.

“Really it was our communication,” he said. “We got married and our communication was good, but it wasn’t like… I wasn’t saying my wants and needs and vice versa. We both in front center stage. All our business always public. I was young, I was on different sh*t. I was on lean and sh*t too, I was making bad decisions, not really realizing it was affecting my family.”

Offset Performs With Cardi B

CHANDLER, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 11: Cardi B and Offset perform at Cardi B and Offset Headline Hall of Fame Party 2023 at Gila River Resorts & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass on February 11, 2023 in Chandler, Arizona. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic for Capture Studio Group)

Regardless of his past, Offset says that he’s grown over the years.“Why y’all think she love how she love me?” he said. “Like my growth. I have showed I’m a real one. Like I’m not going to keep playing with you because it’s affecting you and it’s heartbreaking and it’s wrong.”

Elsewhere in Offset’s chat with Angela Yee, he reflected on the tragic death of his Migos partner, Takeoff, and the impact his passing had on him over the last year. He admitted that he’s still “not healed” and cries “every day about this sh*t.” “At some point, it f*cks me up every day,” he further revealed. Check out the full interview below.

Offset Sits Down With Angela Yee

The comments come following the release of Offset and Cardi’s new single, “Jealous,” on which they shut down more recent allegations of infidelity between the two. “Jealousy that sh*t gon’ eat your heart out / It’s a AR sawed-off we’ll slow your squad out,” Offset raps during the song. “It’s the beast you brought out / It’s a feast we ball out / I’ll eat your heart out / I’ll pull ya card out.”

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Dess Dior Divulges On Relationship With Future

February 17, 2023 by newhiphopnews

After Future and Lori Harvey ended their widely publicized relationship in 2020, he soon began a new fling. The Atlanta trap icon’s next boo happened to be fellow rapper Dess Dior. Their romance began in late 2020 and ended at some point last year. During their time together, though, Future made many wholesome gestures for Dess and her family. Whether it was getting her a massive diamond ring for 2021 Valentine’s Day or getting Dior’s mother a birthday present, Future went above and beyond.

Additionally, the couple would be seen multiple times in public. Not afraid to flaunt their love for one another, Future and Dess Dior would post on social media about one another and go out together. While dating, the two went on a double date with Lil Uzi Vert and JT, shared each other’s music on their Instagram stories, fueled marriage rumors with formal outfits, and even rapped about each other. However, Pluto and Dess seemingly called it quits in 2022. Moving on from one another, the duo still seemed to be friendly though. This proved true when Future helped promote Dess’ September 2022 EP on his Instagram story.

Dess Dior Speaks On Future

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Now, both thriving in their solo endeavors, Dess still has love for Future. In a recent interview with Angela Yee, Dess Dior was asked about her current standing with her ex. In a mature manner, Dior responded that she wishes for nothing but the best for him. “We’re very very very good friends,” she said. “He always supports me and I’ll always support him. It’s not bad blood. People get the wrong idea, it doesn’t always have to end in a shit show. You know what I’m saying? Gracefully move on.”

It’s rare that we see celebrity couples break up and stay friendly with one another, but Dess assures it is because of how good of a person she is. Later in her response, Dess said there was no need for her to block Future’s number or social media, and that there was no way he could “do her wrong” because there would be no reason to. While it isn’t very likely Dior and Future would reunite, it is nice to see them be cordial and wholesome with each other.

Angela Yee Plans to Assist in Finding Her Replacement on ‘The Breakfast Club’

August 11, 2022 by newhiphopnews

Angela Yee’s time with The Breakfast Club is coming to a close as she will host Way Up with Angela Yee this Fall. After the announcement of her next venture, Yee was tracked down by TMZ and she revealed she would be down to assist in finding her replacement.

“Now that it’s announced, we can start looking for somebody,” Yee said. “I’ll still be there through this whole process.”

The TMZ reporter asked about Remy Ma, which Yee thought was an amazing idea, but the search process has yet to start. “I promise you they haven’t even started. They want to cast a wide net.”

You can hear it from Yee below.

Angela Yee will host a new weekday broadcast radio show called Way Up with Angela Yee, according to a Premiere Networks announcement today. More than 30 iHeartMedia stations, including Power 105.1 in New York, will carry the program, which will broadcast on middays when it debuts in the fall of 2022. Additionally, Premiere Networks will offer the program for syndication to other stations around the nation.

A fast-paced, listener-interactive program, Way Up with Angela Yee will feature the well-known personality as she engages with listeners directly on hot topics ranging from relationships, Hip-Hop and R&B, breaking news stories, and general culture, both inside and outside the music industry. The program will feature celebrity interviews and special guests, and it will be enjoyable, inspirational, and entertaining.

Additionally, the iHeartPodcast Network will soon offer Yee’s hugely popular Lip Service podcast, in which she and her girlfriends interview the hottest hip-hop and R&B artists about intimacy, sex, and relationships.

“I’m overwhelmed with gratitude and excitement to have this once in a lifetime opportunity to create a brand-new show,” said Yee. “I appreciate everyone who has helped to make this happen at iHeartMedia, and most importantly, the listeners who are like family to me. It’s a bittersweet feeling to leave an iconic show like ‘The Breakfast Club,’ which we built from the ground up for 12 years, but we will forever be an extension of each other. I’m working hard and dedicated to making our new program exciting, thoughtful, provocative, and most importantly, a safe haven for even more of us to grow and learn while having fun. I’m ready for this new chapter!”

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Angela Yee Set to Host New Midday Show ‘Way Up with Angela Yee’

August 10, 2022 by newhiphopnews

Award-winning media personality Angela Yee will host a new weekday broadcast radio show called Way Up with Angela Yee, according to a Premiere Networks announcement today. More than 30 iHeartMedia stations, including Power 105.1 in New York, will carry the program, which will broadcast on middays when it debuts in the fall of 2022. Additionally, Premiere Networks will offer the program for syndication to other stations around the nation.

“Angela Yee is a Powerhouse! She’s a businesswoman, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and a highly-entertaining, smart and witty talent who will go down as one of the greats of her generation. We are thrilled to have her lead this new show,” said Thea Mitchem, iHeartMedia Executive Vice President of Programming. “Angela has her finger on the pulse of entertainment and culture, and I look forward to watching her bring her positive outlook and even more great content to her devoted listeners in new and influential ways.”

Yee has been on the air for almost 20 years and has interviewed a number of well-known entertainers, including Dave Chapelle, 50 Cent, Issa Rae, Cardi B, President Barack Obama, Jay Z, Eminem, and more. Yee has co-hosted The Breakfast Club, a Radio Hall of Fame show that airs on Power 105, alongside DJ Envy and Charlamagne Tha God for the past 12 years.

Yee will leave The Breakfast Club this fall with the debut of Way Up with Angela Yee. Additionally, the iHeartPodcast Network will soon offer Yee’s hugely popular Lip Service podcast, in which she and her girlfriends interview the hottest hip-hop and R&B artists about intimacy, sex, and relationships.

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