T.I. Is 100 Percent Here For Nas’ ‘EPMD’ Music Video

The King of the South is here for God’s Son. Atlanta rap star T.I. has come forward to co-sign Grammy-winning rapper Nas‘ new “EPMD” music video release. T.I. Is 100 Percent Here For Nas Nasty Nas went to his Instagram page to share a teaser clip from his new must-see visual. Nas joked about getting […]

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Deshaun Watson’s Attorney Responds To Houston PD Investigation

Deshaun Watson is currently battling 19 different sexual assault lawsuits. These suits stem from allegations that he was sexually inappropriate with various massage therapists. In these allegations, each woman describes a similar pattern of behavior that saw Watson allegedly engaging in some disgusting acts. The lawsuits are being handled by attorney Tony Buzbee, who claims there is a plethora of evidence to substantiate the allegations.

Now, a new update has been presented in the case. According to the Houston PD, a formal complaint has been filed against Watson which means an investigation will now be taking place. Rusty Hardin, Watson’s attorney, is thrilled by this notion as he believes it will finally bring forth evidence that Watson did nothing wrong.

“We welcome this long overdue development. Now we will learn the identity of at least one accuser. We will fully cooperate with the Houston Police Department,” Hardin said.

The extent of the complaint was not revealed by the Houston PD although based on Hardin’s statement, it is most likely related to the lawsuits that have popped up over the past two weeks. This is a story that continues to develop and move at a high pace, so keep it locked for updates, as we will be sure to bring them to you.

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LisaRaye McCoy Faces Colorism Accusations After Defending Radio Host

Days ago, controversial remarks were made by radio host Rob Lederman after he took to the Morning Bull Show and compared women’s skin tones to toaster settings. “I would never go to a Serena Williams level, but I’m very comfortable with a Halle Berry level,” said Lederman. Soon, he was fired from his job and he later issued an apology, but Berry wouldn’t let it slide. She publicly condemned him, but LisaRaye McCoy doesn’t understand why people are making a big deal out of Lederman’s preferences.

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“He’s just saying he doesn’t go as far as a dark-skinned Black woman,” said McCoy while chatting with her Cocktails with Queens co-hosts. “He’s comfortable with the color of a Halle Berry. What’s wrong with that?” Syleena Johnson jumped in to disagree, noting that it wasn’t necessary for Lederman to have a conversation about the skin tones of Black women.

“That’s colorism! He could have said that differently in this climate,” added Johnson. Still, McCoy was unmoved and attempted to counter her co-host. “I always say I either wanna get a latte or I’ll say I wanna caramel latte or a mocha,” said McCoy, But Johnson told her that she’s a Black woman, not a White man making those statements.

Back in January, McCoy was criticized after she defended DaniLeigh following the singer’s “Yellow Bone” controversy, saying she should be able to “celebrate her skin.”

Check out the clip and a few responses below.

Lil Nas X Bounces Back From Nike/Satan Shoes Drama

Grammy-winning rapper Lil Nas X isn’t letting the drama between his limited edition “Satan Shoes” and Nike’s restraining order bring him down. Instead, the rap heavyweight continues to celebrate the success of his “MONTERO” single. Lil Nas X Bounces Back X went to his Instagram page to keep the attention on his music. Instead of […]

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LeBron James Comments On MLB Taking All-Star Game From Atlanta

Georgia is catching a lot of flack this week after the state implemented new voting laws that would act as a suppression for those looking to cast their ballots. During the Presidential and Senate elections in Georgia, the state saw record turnout and it led to a big win for the Democrats. Now, this progress is being impeded, and many are upset with the new legislation.

In fact, Major League Baseball is pulling their All-Star Game out of Atlanta as they feel like what Georgia is doing, is heinous. LeBron James, who now has ownership in the Boston Red Sox, agrees with the decision and took to Twitter with his thoughts.

Following the decision, the Atlanta Braves took to Twitter with a statement of their own, where they expressed disappointment in the league’s course of action.

“This was neither our decision, nor our recommendation and we are saddened that fans will not be able to see the event in our city,” the Braves statement said. “The Braves organization will continue to stress the importance of equal voting opportunities and we had hoped our city could use this event as a platform to enhance the discussion. Our city has always been known as a uniter in divided times and we will miss the opportunity to address issues that are important to our community.”

For now, voter rights continue to be a hot-button issue and it’s one that LeBron has committed a lot of time to. Having said that, it’s easy to see why LeBron is siding with MLB on this one.

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Stefon Diggs Reacts To New Deal With Jordan Brand

Stefon Diggs is one of the best wide receivers in the NFL right now and he is known for producing plenty of flashy plays and big moments. He had a huge year with the Buffalo Bills in 2020 and moving forward, things can only go up from here. Diggs is one of those players who is amassing a ton of fame and he is the perfect player to align with if you are a brand that wants to do big things in the NFL world.

Well, Jordan Brand has taken full notice of what Diggs is up to. In fact, they recently announced that they have signed Diggs to an endorsement deal, which means you will see him in plenty of Jordan Brand clothes, very soon.

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“It’s a little bit unreal, coming from where I come from—​​​​​​​where people have been lining up for Jordans or camping out for them overnight…I even did it myself when I was younger,” Diggs said. “This is both unreal and surreal, to be a part of a successful brand that everybody knows and respects. Jordan Brand has an elite group of athletes. Everyone plays at a high level…I’ll never forget the moment I got the call.”

Jordan Brand has been making a push for the NFL as of late and Diggs is an example of that. While no one knows for sure what this new endorsement will entail, it’s clear that Diggs is getting paid handsomely.

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Tiana Major9 Reworks Her Debut EP With “At Sixes And Sevens Remixed”

East London artist Tiana Major9 burst onto Hip-Hop fan’s radars when she appeared on the soundtrack for the 2019 film Queen & Slim alongside Atlanta rap duo EARTHGANG, and last year, she doubled down on her moment with the release of her impressive debut EP At Sixes And Sevens. Now, eight months later, the rising singer-songwriter is still pushing the acclaimed effort with a rerelease of At Sixes And Sevens that features guest appearances from artists such as Vince Staples, Sir, Lucky Daye, and more.

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At Sixes And Sevens Remixed features reworked versions of standout cuts from Tiana Major9’s debut EP, including “…Exclusively,” “Real Affair…,” and “Same Space?,” among others. The UK singer-songwriter’s new project also features the previously heard “On Read,” which also appeared on Lucky Daye’s Valentine’s Day duet album Table For Two. All in all, At Sixes And Sevens Remixed adds six new tracks to Tiana Major9’s critically acclaimed 2020 EP, with each of the new songs bringing a new guest artist into the fold.

Check out Tiana Major9’s At Sixes And Sevens Remixed below.

Tracklist:

Volume 1

1. …Exlusively (Remix) (feat. Jvck James)
2. Think About You (Lover’s Mix) (feat. Haile)
3. Real Affair (Remix) (feat. Vince Staples)
4. Same Space? (Remix) (feat. Sir)
5. On Read (Remix) (with Lucky Daye)
6. Think About You (Notion Mix/Remix) (feat. BEAM)

Volume 2

1. (I ACCEPT MY EMOTIONS)
2. …Exclusively
3. Lucky
4. (OPEN TO LOVE)
5. Think About You (Notion Mix)
6. Collide (From Queen & Slim: The Soundtrack) (feat. EARTHGANG)
7. (WHAT IS MINE)
8. Real Affair…
9. Same Space?

Donald Trump Owes $130 For McDonald’s Tab, According To Ex-Bodyguard

It’s no secret that Donald Trump loves his McDonald’s, especially if it comes alongside a Diet Coke. In a very strange update from one of former President Donald Trump’s ex-bodyguards, he claims that the since-departed Commander-In-Chief owes him $130 for a McDonald’s bill that he was asked to front the money for. 

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Kevin McKay supposedly worked for Donald Trump for about 5 years as a bodyguard, and he specifically recalls one time in 2008 when he and Trump were visiting a golf course in Scotland. McKay said that before flying home, their convoy of 6 Range Rovers went through the McDonald’s drive-thru. According to McKay, Trump didn’t have any UK currency at the time, “so he asked me if I could front him the cash,” which he did, ordering 20 cheeseburgers and fries and between 10 and 15 Cokes, which cost $130.

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Trump enjoyed his usual meal of 2 cheeseburgers, fries, and a Diet Coke, but McKay found himself stressing about the money. He claims that he only made $2,700 a month when he worked for Trump, so spending $130 wasn’t chump change. 

While McKay says he could have asked for the money back, he kept blowing it off, and there was likely a kind of power dynamic at play working for Donald Trump. He was fired from Trump’s bodyguard service in 2012, but the stress of working for the reality television star cost him his 23-year-marriage. Ouch. 

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Barack Obama Shares Love For Jay-Z’s “My 1st Song”

Recently, former United States President Barack Obama joined singer Bruce Springsteen to create a new, unlikely podcast called Renegades: Born in the USA. The two have been making weekly episodes since the end of February discussing their lives, traveling, money, family, and race relations in the US. During the podcast, Obama talked about how music has been an integral element in his life since day one, specifically citing one Jay-Z song. 

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His comment about Jay-Z’s “My 1st Song” was prompted by a question from Complex when they asked if there was any rap verse that he could recite by heart. “First of all, Complex, you do not know want to hear me rap,” Obama answered.

“When I have tried to rap, my daughters have rolled their eyes, covered their ears. They think it’s painful. They even think my dancing is better than my rapping. Now, having said that, I’ve mentioned a couple of songs that even when I was running for president came up a lot on my iPod. One of them was ‘My 1st Song’ by Jay-Z, which is a song that I love because it talks about the struggle of just trying to make it. And sometimes you have to resort to false bravado and hustle and tamping down your insecurities and when I was running for president, obviously, at that point I didn’t know whether I was gonna make it.”

Obama got even more personal when talking about a specific line in the chorus. “There’s a line in there, ‘Treat my first as my last and my last as my first and my thirst is the same as when I came,’” Obama said. “And I actually kept on listening to that song during the presidency because it was a reminder that—even when you do make it—having a little bit of that sense of still being hungry, still having to work hard, still having to prove something, that’s what keeps propelling you forward. But I’m still not gonna rap it.

Watch his full response on Complex’s Instagram below. 

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Steven Yeun To Star In Newest Jordan Peele Film

Steven Yeun and Jordan Peele are two wildly successful men in Hollywood at the moment. Yeun was just nominated for an Oscar for his most recent film Minari and was made famous through his role as Glenn on AMC’s The Walking Dead

Peele won an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay for his 2017 film Get Out, which received seemingly endless critical praise. He then followed it up with his 2019 film Us, which was met with similar acclaim. Jordan Peele also wrote and produced the upcoming remake of Candyman, which was supposed to release during 2020 but was pushed back due to coronavirus concerns. 

Now, it seems Steven Yeun is being eyed to star in Jordan Peele’s next film, the premise and genre of which is being kept completely secret. What isn’t a secret is the cast, however, which is said to include Keke Palmer and Daniel Kaluuya, who starred in Get Out. Peele is both writing and directing the film, as he’s done for his other two, and it is currently slated to release on July 22nd, 2022. 

The film is being produced alongside Ian Cooper of Monkeypaw Productions, as he has worked alongside Peele as a producing partner for his last few movies. Monkeypaw Productions is currently under a five-year contract with Universal, and this upcoming mystery film will be Peele’s third collaboration with Universal within this contract. While there’s no way to know what the film will be about yet, if Jordan Peele is behind it, it’s sure to be a winner. 

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