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Gunplay Delivers Update On Vonshae Taylor-Morales Drama After Alleged Rifle-Pointing Incident

October 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

In August of last year, Gunplay was arrested for allegedly pointing a rifle at his wife Vonshae Taylor-Morales while she was holding their baby. As a result, Taylor-Morales was granted a restraining order against the rapper, and custody of their child. Unfortunately, he allegedly violated this restraining order various times, resulting in additional arrests.

Now, during a recent Instagram Live, Gunplay has provided a brief update on the situation. “This thing about to be over real soon,” he said. “It could have been way worse… Even though I didn’t do it.” He went on to reveal that he intends to turn his life around, and that he’s considering sharing his journey with his fans.

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“I’m working on getting my life back, and I might document it, cuz I’mma be starting from scratch,” he explained. “I ain’t never lost this much in my life, I never went through this much drama and bullsh*t that I didn’t bring upon myself. That’s the cr*zy part.” Gunplay continued, insisting that he “did everything right” and claiming to be innocent. In October of 2023, Taylor-Morales spoke out after Gunplay was arrested for allegedly violating a restraining order, revealing that she too was looking to get back on the right track.

“Regardless of how the public may feel about my mistakes and recent choices, I am still human,” she said at the time. “No mother and child should have to constantly uproot their life and live in fear of a man. I really want to take this time to heal in a safe space. Put all of this behind me and get on the path I started on before I met him.” What do you think of Gunplay’s latest remarks about his drama with his ex? What about him claiming that things could have been way worse? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Stephen A Smith Gets Dragged For His Outrageous Theory About Diddy Trial

October 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

While he’s mostly known for his sports commentary, Stephen A Smith just ruffled a lot of feathers with his thoughts on the Diddy trial. Specifically, Smith addressed the court’s use of evidence and the court of public opinion. “Of course, his mother Janice Combs showed up, walking into the federal courthouse as well,” he remarked on his self-titled show. “So his family’s there in full support of him. I was just taken aback by them making noise about the [Cassie] video being leaked. ‘Cause I was like, ‘How the hell is that gon’ help them?’ But in the end, when you really think about it, it does kind of help him in the court of public opinion.

“‘Cause whenever a Black man is being prosecuted,” Stephen A. Smith continued concerning Diddy. “And we think that the government has done something salacious or unethical in their pursuit of him, we gon’ side with him. At least, to a degree in terms of pointing out the kind of links they will go through to take him down. We’re also hearing that they’re coming with additional charges down the pipe, this is just the start, it ain’t the finish line. But by doing this, their belief is that that’s going to help them in the court of public opinion. I don’t know if they’re wrong, they might be right about that.” Check out the comments section of the Instagram post below to see people’s critical reactions

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“But they especially win if they get that tape removed and it’s not allowed to be seen by the 12 jurors that’s going to be assigned to decide whether or not he’s going to jail for 20, 25 years, to 40 years, the rest of his life, or whether he’s going to be made to be a free man,” Stephen A. Smith said about Diddy. “He still ain’t been let out on bail. If I remember correctly, a judge was removed from the case, and a different judge came about. Still ain’t removed from jail. They still haven’t granted him bail.

“But this revealing of the tape and the accusations that it was leaked by the government to assist the prosecution – well, they are the prosecution, the government,” Stephen A. Smith concluded his thoughts on the Diddy situation. “It does make sense, it might not be that bad of a strategy. And if you can get that tape removed… Hmm. They don’t have to see what he did to his ex-girl. Hmm… It’s interesting. I’m just saying, I’m just saying.”

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Kanye West’s Harassment Accuser Alleges He Drugged And Sexually Assaulted Her At Diddy Party

October 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Kanye West’s former assistant Lauren Pisciotta has reportedly filed a new 88-page lawsuit against him including various disturbing allegations, according to alleged court documents reportedly obtained by Daily Mail. Chief among them is the claim that Ye allegedly drugged and sexually assaulted Pisciotta at a Diddy party. This follows her previous lawsuit in June accusing the Chicago artist of alleged sexual harassment due to their phone, text, and in-person interactions, allegations that he denied despite not yet forming a legal defense. The former assistant reportedly worked for the Yeezy mogul from 2021 to 2022. She alleges that they first met along with a musician client of hers at a studio session and party cohosted by Kanye and Sean Combs.

At a party, Lauren Pisciotta alleges that Kanye West handed her a drink that made her feel “disoriented” and in a “highly impaired state,” per the alleged court documents in addition to the previous sexual harassment lawsuit. She claims that she couldn’t remember what happened that night and that her musician client didn’t want to talk about it. Pisciotta also alleges that she found out about the alleged incident years later right before Ye fired her, allegedly hearing it straight from his perspective and understanding why her client didn’t want to discuss it.

Kanye West & Diddy At The 2016 MTV VMAs

Kanye West Diddy Party Sexual Assault Lawsuit Drugged Hip Hop News — NEW YORK, NY – AUGUST 28: Kanye West and Sean “Diddy” Combs aka Puff Daddy pose together at the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards at Madison Square Garden on August 28, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage/Getty Images)

According to the reported court documents, Lauren Pisciotta thought that a studio assistant drugged her but did not force himself onto her in any way. Nevertheless, how she supposedly found out about the alleged sexual assault is because Kanye West’s ex-wife (not named in the reported lawsuit, but believed to be Kim Kardashian as his only former spouse at press time) allegedly thought that Ye was having an affair with Pisciotta in November of 2022. The former assistant alleged that Kanye didn’t let her reach out to Kim to dispel those affair rumors because they “did kind of hook up a little one time,” the lawsuit claims that he told Pisciotta.

Furthermore, the reported lawsuit claims that he recounted the night when she was allegedly drugged and alleged that they slept together, although Pisciotta alleges that he didn’t reveal “true nature and severity” of this alleged incident to Kim. Then, Pisciotta allegedly told Kanye West that she supposedly didn’t remember that night, to which he allegedly replied “Women love to say they don’t remember” before changing the subject, per the reported lawsuit. Ye hasn’t publicly responded to this lawsuit and these allegations at press time, and he denied all of Pisciotta’s previous allegations of sexual harassment.

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Curry Brand Launches the Curry 12 Globally in ‘Gravity’ Colorway

October 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

The highly anticipated Curry 12, Stephen Curry’s latest signature shoe, is set to make its global debut on Friday, October 18, in the ‘Gravity’ colorway. Designed to reflect Curry’s gravitational pull on the court, the Curry 12 features a sleek light gray upper with green and black accents that emulate particles floating through the universe. Built with Under Armour’s innovative UA Flow technology, the Curry 12 provides a strong foundation, comfort, and superior traction, perfect for athletes aiming for top-tier performance.

Curry 12 'Gravity' — *Curry 12 ‘Gravity’*

Journalist Courtney Brown from The Source was one of the first to preview the Curry 12 at a media event, where Stephen Curry and his team discussed the shoe’s evolution, its Olympic debut, and the brand’s future plans. Curry shared insights about the design process that led to the Curry 12, saying, “We were in Portland four years ago, and they brought in every shoe that was ever made. They brought in a bunch of inspirational pictures, and I just put it all on the table, just show me what you like… From there, [the designer] kind of understood what my design language is and how he could take their inspiration and say, ‘Okay, this is what works.’”

Curry 12 'Shooting Star' — *Curry 12 ‘Shooting Star’*

The first of many outer space-inspired colorways, the ‘Gravity’ is designed to enhance precision, movement, and comfort for today’s elite basketball players. The shoe boasts a breathable engineered mesh upper, an external 3D-molded TPU heel counter for enhanced fit, and a die-cut foam sockliner for added comfort. Additionally, the combination of UA Flow cushioning and a segmented Pebax plate in the forefoot ensures players can cut, stop, and start with precision.

Stephen’s signature shoes have continued to evolve, with each new version building on the success of the previous models. The Curry 12 ‘Gravity’ made its on-court debut this summer, propelling Curry to yet another incredible basketball achievement. The shoe’s release follows the success of the ‘Red, White and Blue’ and ‘Curry Tour’ colorways, which have been celebrated by fans and athletes alike.

Curry 12 'Wardell Mode' — *Curry 12 ‘Wardell Mode’*

Curry Brand’s global launch of the Curry 12 marks the beginning of a journey exploring the mysteries of the galaxy, with each upcoming colorway paying homage to different aspects of Stephen’s game. Later this fall, expect releases such as the ‘Wardell Mode’ on November 8 and ‘Shooting Star’ on November 22, each offering a unique blend of design and performance.

The Curry 12 ‘Gravity’ will be available at Under Armour Brand Houses globally, UA.com, and select retailers like Dick’s Sporting Goods. As Stephen Curry’s star continues to rise, his latest signature shoe promises to inspire hoopers worldwide and push the boundaries of performance and style.

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The Air Jordan 5 Fires Up with the Bold Black Tongue Colorway

October 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

The Air Jordan 5 is set to return in the highly anticipated Fire Red “Black Tongue” colorway. This new release features a crisp white leather upper that exudes a clean and classic look. Accentuating the design are bold black and red details that enhance its overall appeal. The black tongue is a standout feature, adding a striking contrast to the predominantly white silhouette. Inspired by the original Fire Red colorway, this version maintains the essence of the iconic sneaker while adding its unique twist. The combination of white leather, black accents, and red highlights creates a visually captivating design that is sure to turn heads.

The Air Jordan 5 is known for its comfort and performance, making it a favorite among sneaker enthusiasts. The shoe incorporates the signature Air cushioning for responsive support, ensuring a comfortable fit for both on and off the court. The iconic mesh side panels and reflective tongue remain, preserving the classic elements that fans love. As anticipation builds for the Fire Red “Black Tongue” release, sneakerheads are eager to add this standout colorway to their collections. The Air Jordan 5 continues to solidify its legacy in sneaker culture with this exciting drop.

“Black Tongue” Fire Red Air Jordan 5

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The sneakers feature a semi-translucent rubber sole combined with a red midsole that showcases black fighter jet-inspired details. Also, the uppers are crafted from white leather, paired with matching overlays. Further, clear netting adorns the sides, accompanied by white laces. Red accents are found on the Jordan branding on the tongues, while black branding is displayed on the heels.

Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Air Jordan 5 Fire Red “Black Tongue” is releasing sometime in the fall of 2025. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $210 when they drop. Further, make sure to let us know what you think about these kicks in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the most recent updates and news from the sneaker community. We’ll make sure to offer you the newest products from the most notable brands.

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Xzibit Drops His First Single Under Conor McGregor’s Greenback Records With “Play This At My Funeral”

October 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

After 13 years, Michigan rapper Xzibit seems to be moving with a new purpose as he returns with “Play This At My Funeral.” This is the lead single for his upcoming album King Maker, which is going to be out sometime early next year. Outside of him making a grand solo return, the grimy Detroit native is doing so with a new backing. Early last week, it was announced that X signed to UFC legend Conor McGregor’s new label, Greenback Records. he kickstarted the musical endeavor in July and he’s already got Bone Thugs-N-Harmony on his roster.

Xzibit raps with intention on “Play This At My Funeral,” a track that recaps how far he’s come since coming onto the scene in the mid to late 90’s. “Guilty of shotgunning n****s ’cause they was running up
F***, I been fighting so long I sleep in combat boots / I don’t never take them off.” In addition to the emotional performance, the beat perfectly backs the wide scope themes and messages that X is laying down. 21 the Producer is credited, and he deserves a ton of recognition for the epic boom bap backdrop. It’s anthemic, cinematic, awe-inspiring, and hard-hitting, and ideal for those days where you need some extra motivation.

“Play This At My Funeral” – Xzibit

Quotable Lyrics:

On the verge of losing everything, what the f*** you mean
I’ve been working my whole life to get to this fight
To sit in this position, this is rightfully mine, right
Y’all motherf***ers know what time it is
Time to grow the f*** up, get a job, and feed your kids
Kingmaker from the West, if you wanna make it here

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Tia Kemp Alleges That Rick Ross Talked Smack About Diddy Before Arrest

October 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Tia Kemp is still airing out her ex Rick Ross for a bunch of alleged and messy reasons online, and she’s not letting up anytime soon. Recently, she joined Tasha K for a sit-down interview on her Unwine program, on which they eventually talked about the Diddy scandal. Morerover, Kemp alleged that Ross actually expressed some negative feelings towards Sean Combs before his arrest, despite their publicly amicable relationship. Specifically, she claimed that he sent her alleged DMs about how he couldn’t wait for authorities to take the Bad Boy mogul away so he could purchase some of his possessions.

Of course, these are just speculative allegations with no published or verifiable proof, so take Tia Kemp’s claims here with a grain of salt. Previously, she had brought up the Rick Ross and Diddy connection in a negative light amid the former’s federal charges for alleged sex trafficking and other civil allegations. As for Rozay’s own words, he hasn’t really said much on the whole matter, and engaged in spats with Kemp for other reasons. As such, fans find it unlikely that he will ever address this situation outright.

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However, if this alleged Diddy rift is true, this should sound very familiar to Rick Ross fans who followed him this year in the Drake battle. “One things about Nostalgia, this party here?” the 6ix God recently said at an annual Toronto gathering before addressing his many hip-hop opps, including the Maybach Music Group mogul. “My real friends are definitely in the building. But I’m going to tell you. You’re going to come to a point in life where people you thought were friends or people you thought were close to you, they might switch up.

“They might try to move funny with you,” Drake continued. “They might stab you in the back, they might do a lot of things to you. You’ll come to that realization, wherever you’re at in life. You’ve probably been there and you’ll be there again, that’s how life is. But look, sometimes, it’s you and you alone by yourself. Sometimes it’s you alone with your thoughts.” We’ll see how that relationship and the Diddy bond evolve over time for Rick Ross.

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Teyana Taylor Goes Off On Travis Kelce’s Ex After Disrespectful Comments On Angel Reese’s Podcast

October 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

During her recent appearance on Angel Reese’s “Unapologetically Angel” podcast, Kayla Nicole threw some shade at none other than Teyana Taylor. At one point in the episode, the personality was asked about the “cr*ziest” thing she’d ever done. She took the opportunity to open up about getting dumped via text and dressing up as her ex’s new girlfriend for Halloween that year.

Nicole didn’t name any names, but it didn’t take long for viewers to figure out who she was referring to. Of course, her ex was Iman Shumpert, and his new girlfriend at the time was Taylor. Taylor wasted no time firing back with a lengthy Instagram post. In it, she made it clear that she didn’t appreciate the disrespect.

Teyana Taylor Fires Back At Kayla Nicole

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“It’s really cr*zy that everyone is allowed to bother me & be distasteful… EVERYBODY gets to play.. while I move with grace. ALWAYS! But now I wanna have a lil sagittarius fun too and it’s a problem? F*ck the iman part, l’m divorced and happily so, however her choice of words were very distasteful and uncalled for. She knew exactly what she was doing. That lady said ‘she was famous at the time’ also said ‘idc who see it’ it was very distasteful & uncalled for. Most importantly she knew people would dig. So automatically my name is attached to the nonsense,” she wrote in part.

“I’m finding out just like the world that her intentions were ill and petty,” Taylor added. “She pulled the black card when it came to Taylor Swift, but in the same circle, turned around and tried to bully the black woman that was married to her situationship she claimed ‘dumped her’ for me. Dressing up like me for what??” What do you think of Teyana Taylor’s response to Kayla Nicole shading her on Angel Reese’s podcast? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Popstar Benny Recruits A Fleet Of Atlanta Femcees For His New Album “Oasis”

October 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

“Atlanta is in its female renaissance. All the girls got something to prove — that’s why they can do it better than a lot of the guys.” These are the words of Atlanta producer and curator Popstar Benny on his brand-new album, Oasis. He definitely makes a valid point there, especially in the case of this year. Outside of the Drake and Kendrick Lamar beef, they have been the biggest trending topic in hip-hop. To help put more people on to the rising female rap stars in the ATL, the veteran beatmaker (Rod Wave, Kevin Abstract, Destroy Lonely) has brought on an entire roster of them.

Names include Coco, Clair Clair, Vayda, SPOOK, Woo Da Savage, sadboi, and more. If you have heard previous beats from Benny, you know he’s not your typical trap maestro. Instead, he likes to incorporate some off-kilter sound effects. Those are all over the 18-minute-long tape and they are bolstered by some of the MC’s off-beat flows/deliveries. Princesa 28 on the grimy and alien-like “Britney Spears” is a great example of that. However, “Reverb” with Glorygirl2950 might take the cake in that regard. Overall, it’s a tape that doesn’t overstay its welcome but is memorable given how some of these songs are demo length. Adding to its weirdness is the fact this project was supposedly recorded by Benny in a treehouse Airbnb in roughly a week.

Oasis – Popstar Benny

Oasis Tracklist:

2020 (feat. Vayda)
Hate Me (feat. Coco & Clair Clair)
Britney Spears (feat. Princesa 28)
Reverb (feat. Glorygirl2950)
Grow Up (feat. SPOOK)
Charlie’s Angels (feat. Avi Kaior)
Wiz (feat. Vayda & sadboi)
Pajamas (feat. Mercury)
Old Me (feat. Tylerf***injai)
Gettin’ Cake (feat. Woo Da Savage)

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The Joe Budden Podcast Reacts To J Cole Addressing Drake & Kendrick Lamar Beef On “Port Antonio”

October 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Earlier this week, J Cole took fans by surprise by dropping his new track, “Port Antonio.” In it, he addresses Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s feud, which left listeners split. While some continue to believe he did the right thing by backing down, others think he should stop apologizing for things, including Joe Budden. During a recent episode of his podcast, Budden called Cole out, making it clear that he thinks trying to make amends with Drake just makes him look “soft.”

“I hate this soft hip hop sh*t, it’s soft. Call it what it is,” he said. “These n****s out here is h*es and b*tches… Having to cater to the feelings of n****s that they don’t invite to Thanksgiving, to Christmas, to New Year’s Eve.”

Joe Budden Calls Out J Cole

Budden continued, noting that while he’s not exactly a fan of Cole’s stance in this whole thing, he thinks he did a great job executing. “My caveat, exceptional rap. I’m saying two different points, this is exceptional rapping,” he said. It looks like Budden isn’t the only one who liked the song, however. Following its release on Instagram fans were quick to notice that Drake liked J Cole’s post. This appears to suggest that he liked what he heard, which doesn’t necessarily come as a surprise. After all, J Cole had nothing but nice things to say about him in the song.

“They say I’m pickin’ sides, ayy, don’t you lie on me, my n***a / Then start another war, ayy, Drake, you’ll always be my n***a / I ain’t ashamed to say you did a lot for me, my n***a,” he spits, for example. What do you think of J Cole’s new song “Port Antonio”? What about The Joe Budden Podcast‘s take on it? Do you agree with Budden or not? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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