R&B darling Jhene Aiko is officially taking off on tour. The singer has recruited an impressive cast of guests and opening acts for a tour that will get underway later this year. Coi Leray, Tink, UMI, and Kiana Lede are all listed as “co-stars” on her upcoming dates. The tour will begin in mid June and run for months until late August making 27 stops across the US. While she hasn’t released an official new album since 2021, she’s got a robust back catalog to unpack across the entire tour.
Earlier this month, Jhene Aiko found herself in some hot water with Ariana Grande fans. That came when she seemed to take shots at the pop singer’s new album eternal sunshine on Instagram. Many think it has something to do with the fact that Ariana is exes with Jhene’s current partner Big Sean.
Tour Dates: Jun 19 – Detroit, MI @ Little Caesars Arena Jun 20 – Chicago, IL @ United Center Jun 22 – Greensboro, NC @ Greensboro Coliseum Jun 23 – Washington, DC @ Capitol One Arena Jun 25 – Philadelphia, PA @ Wells Fargo Center Jun 27 – Boston, MA @ TD Garden Jun 29 – Newark, NJ @ Prudential Center Jul 1 – Brooklyn, NY @ Barclays Center Jul 2 – Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena Jul 6 – Orlando, FL @ Kia Center Jul 7 – Sunrise, FL @ Amerant Bank Arena Jul 10 – Houston, TX @ Toyota Center Jul 12 – Ft. Worth, TX @ Dickies Arena Jul 13 – Austin, TX @ Moody Center Jul 15 – Atlanta, GA @ State Farm Arena Aug 1 – Phoenix, AZ @ Footprint Arena Aug 5 – San Fransisco, CA @ Chase Center Aug 6 – Sacramento, CA @ Chase Center Aug 8 – Portland, OR @ Golden Center Aug 10 – Las Vegas, NV @ Moda CEnter Aug 13 – Seattle, WA @ MGM Grand Garden Arena Aug 14 – Vancouver, BC @ Climate Pledge Arena Aug 16 – West Valley City, UT @ Maverik Center Aug 17 – Denver, CO @ Ball Arena Aug 19 – Kansas City, MO @ T-Mobile Center Aug 20 – Minneapolis, MN @ Target Center Aug 22 – Columbus, OH @ Nationwide Arena
Sean “Diddy” Combs, the hip-hop mogul, has found himself at the center of a storm of accusations, leading to a federal raid on his properties in Los Angeles and Miami. Over the last few months, the legendary name in the music world has faced a series of shocking allegations of sexual abuse from unknown accusers, along with his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura. Diddy resolved the latter lawsuit but the rippling effects of the allegations created bigger issues for the mogul.
LOS ANGELES, CA – MARCH 25: In an aerial view, the home of Sean “Diddy” Combs is seen during a raid by federal law enforcement agents on March 25, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by MEGA/GC Images)
Federal agents raided two homes owned by hip-hop star Sean “Diddy” Combs, one in Los Angeles and the other in Miami. The Department of Homeland Security confirmed the searches, led by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) in New York. These raids are reportedly part of an investigation into allegations of sex trafficking, initiated by a lawsuit filed against Combs by his former girlfriend, Cassandra Ventura. Ventura accused Combs of physical abuse, sexual slavery, and rape, leading to a settlement between them. However, this lawsuit sparked further legal actions against Combs, alleging sexual assault and rape from other plaintiffs. Combs has denied all allegations, claiming innocence and dismissing the accusations as attempts to gain money quickly. Police detained several individuals during the raid but it remains unclear if authorities arrested anyone directly. Combs’ whereabouts during the raids were unknown.
NEW YORK, NY – MAY 07: Cassie and Diddy “Heavenly Bodies: Fashion & the Catholic Imagination”, the 2018 Costume Institute Benefit at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 7, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Taylor Hill/Getty Images)
Sean “Diddy” Combs faces a barrage of accusations including sex trafficking, sexual abuse, and rape, stemming from multiple civil lawsuits. Federal Homeland Security Investigations agents raided Diddy’s properties in Los Angeles and Miami as part of an ongoing investigation, allegedly related to federal sex trafficking inquiries. The lawsuits against Combs date back to November 2023, with plaintiffs alleging incidents ranging from rape to drugging and sexual assault, some of which involve minors. Combs vehemently denies all accusations, with his attorneys dismissing some claims as baseless money grabs. These legal battles cast a shadow over Combs’ career, dating back to his founding of Bad Boy Records in the 1990s.
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – SEPTEMBER 24: Sean “Diddy” Combs performs onstage during the 2022 iHeartRadio Music Festival at T-Mobile Arena on September 24, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for iHeartRadio)
U.S. law enforcement officials were searching for evidence related to an ongoing sex trafficking investigation by federal authorities in New York during the home raids on Sean “Diddy” Combs’ properties in Los Angeles and Miami. Although it’s unclear whether Combs himself was the direct target of the investigation, legal analyst Terri Austin suggests that information obtained from multiple civil lawsuits against Combs, including settled cases, likely provided the basis for obtaining search warrants, per CTV. Authorities aimed to gather evidence such as computer data and videos that could potentially lead to criminal charges. Despite the raids and ongoing investigations, federal prosecutors have yet to charge Diddy with any crimes. Legal experts suggest police must engage in further deliberations and evidence gathering before presenting charges against Diddy.
NEW YORK, NY – SEPTEMBER 04: Chrisan King Combs, Puff Daddy and Justin Combs perform during Puff Daddy and Bad Boy Family Reunion Tour at Madison Square Garden on September 4, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for Live Nation)
Cameras spotted Diddy’s sons, Justin and King Combs, returning to the residence to retrieve their belongings following the home raid on Diddy’s Los Angeles mansion. TMZ reported that they left the property separately late Monday night, with Justin arriving around 10:30 p.m. and his brother a few hours later. Despite being handcuffed during the Homeland Security sweep earlier that day, authorities did not arrest either son.
Diddy’s current whereabouts are unknown, with his private jet last tracked to Antigua. The raids, conducted by the Homeland Security Investigations Human Trafficking Task Force, are part of an ongoing investigation into sex trafficking allegations against the rapper.
In a recent development, police arrested Brendon Paul, referred to as Diddy’s alleged “mule” in a lawsuit, on Monday. Meanwhile, federal law enforcement agents at Opa Locka Airport in Miami stopped Diddy and his entourage. According to the affidavit obtained by TMZ, Paul, aged 25, faces two separate drug charges, including possession of suspected cocaine and possession of suspected marijuana candy, both classified as felonies in Florida.
Law enforcement officers, collaborating with Homeland Security and Customs and Border Protection, reportedly discovered the suspected drugs in Paul’s travel bags, which he allegedly claimed ownership of. Following testing confirming the authenticity of the narcotics, authorities arrested Paul. A court later granted Paul bail before his release. While Paul was named in Rodney Jones’ lawsuit against Diddy as a close associate who handles drugs and guns for Diddy, there’s no evidence connecting the drugs found on Paul to Diddy. Diddy has previously denied all allegations made in Jones’ lawsuit.
Quick riser Lil Dann is a name to pay attention to in the Atlanta rap scene. The Georgia native has not been around for long, only releasing several singles since 2020. By far, the most popular song he has right now is “Family Freestyle” with Lil Baby (his cousin). It was the second of three releases in 2023 and it has catapulted him to more notoriety. The song has already racked up over 12 million streams on Spotify and for good reason. Today, Lil Dann is looking to ramp things up even more for himself with a new single “WIPED” with a star-studded cast that includes Lil Yachty.
This may be Dann’s biggest get as Lil Boat is at the top of his creative game right now. He has been working with artists of all kinds from a range of genres and popularity levels. Another reason why we feel this is the biggest moment so far in Lil Dann’s career is who is handling the production. Working on Dying, as well as BNYX, are bringing their trademark sound for a futuristic cut.
Even more exciting for Lil Dann is that this track is teasing his first-ever project. According to the press release it will be titled Scared To Be Great. At this moment in time, we do not have any other information on the debut album. However, if you want to stay tapped in with Lil Dann, be sure to check back with us for any updates. Be sure to run up the crazy banger “WIPED” above.
What are your thoughts on this brand-new single, “WIPED,” by Lil Dann and Lil Yachty? Is this one of Lil Boat’s better features as of late, why or why not? Is Lil Dann someone you will be checking out going forward, why or why not? Who had the better performance on the record? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Lil Yachty and Lil Dann. Finally, stay with us for the most informative song posts throughout the week.
Future and Metro Boomin’s new song, “Like That,” featuring Kendrick Lamar is heading for a No. 1 debut on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. In turn, it would mark the biggest rap debut on the chart since summer 2020. The track is included on the duo’s new collaborative album, We Don’t Trust You.
Lamar made headlines with his verse on the track for dissing both J. Cole and Drake. “F*ck sneak dissin’, first person shooter, I hope they came with three switches… Think I won’t drop the location? I still got PTSD/ Motherf*ck the big three, n***a, it’s just big me/ N***a, bum, what? I’m really like that/ And your best work is a light pack,” he raps.
Future & Metro Boomin Perform On The “One Big Party Tour”
ATLANTA, GA – JANUARY 14: Future and Metro Boomin perform during Future & Friends “One Big Party Tour” at State Farm Arena on January 14, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia.(photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage)
Drake seemingly addressed the diss during a stop on his It’s All A Blur – Big As The What? tour. “A lot of people asking me how I’m feelin’,” he said on stage. “I got my head up high, my back straight. I’m 10 f**king toes down in Florida or anywhere else I go. And I know no matter what there’s not a n***a on this Earth that could ever f**k with me in my life.” Drake is performing on the tour alongside J. Cole. The two previously collaborated on their own song that topped the Hot 100 chart with “First Person Shooter,” which Lamar references in his verse. Cole also contributed to Drake’s Scary Hours Edition of For All The Dogs track, “Evil Ways.”
Metro Boomin & Future To Top The Charts
Future & Metro Boomin’s ‘LIKE THAT’ ft. Kendrick Lamar is on track for a #1 debut
The song is expected to become the biggest rap song debut on the Billboard Hot 100 since summer 2020 pic.twitter.com/WWdHqf1ply
Lamar isn’t the only guest on We Don’t Trust You to be catching attention. The Weeknd, Travis Scott, Playboi Carti, and Rick Ross also collaborated on the project. Be on the lookout for further updates on Metro Boomin and Future on HotNewHipHop.
In the past couple weeks, the phrase “No Diddy” has caught fire online. It’s an attempt to reframe already popular phrases like “no homo” and “pause” and it’s based on a lawsuit filed against the rap mogul by producer Lil Rod. The allegations made in the lawsuit claim that Diddy spoke of having sex with multiple other male celebrities even including Meek Mill. Fans online and even some fellow rappers have found the phrase quite funny and now one of the first to use it is attempting to get it trademarked.
Philadelphia rapper Quilly took to social media to claim that he got the job done. “I officially own #NoDiddy” his post reads, but that isn’t the case. He attempted to blur out the status section of the trademark application, which reads pending. It’s pending because there is currently another claim to the phrase being filed so no official owner has been declared yet. It’s unclear which of the two filers has a stronger claim to the phrase but Quilly seems confident that he will eventually get it.
As for the rapper himself, it’s been a turbulent few days. Following months of allegations made through various lawsuits, the stakes were raised significantly earlier this week. That came when the feds raided two of Diddy’s properties in Los Angeles and Miami as part of an investigation against alleged sex trafficking. They reportedly seized electronics from the rap mogul’s residences that are now part of their ongoing investigation.
There isn’t a whole ton that’s known about what Diddy has been up to in the past few days. He reportedly wasn’t aware of the raids ahead of time. Claims say he was with his family when they were being executed. Earlier today he was spotted in Miami though how long he’s been there is also unknown. What do you think of a race sparking to trademark the phrase “No Diddy? ” Do you think the phrase will stick around or burn out once the rap mogul leaves the news cycle? Let us know in the comment section below.
Bryson Tiller has revealed that after he releases his new album, he will be focusing his attention on his ‘number 1 passion,’ pursing internships in the field.
SZA reported that she’s remaking ‘Lana,’ the deluxe edition of her celebrated album ‘SOS,’ due to a number of songs planned for the project having leaked.
