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Drake’s New Texas ID and Photo Receive Mixed Reactions
Drake makes his move to Texas official with a new state ID and the photo is causing mixed reactions from fans. On Monday (Aug. 12), a photo of Drake's Texas identification began making its rounds on the internet. It's unclear if the Toronto native posted the ID card himself on his Instagram or finsta accounts. In the image, Drizzy appears like anyone would on an ID: face forward. In true Drake fashion, he purses his lips a bit. Fans were quick to share their opinions on Drake's photo by commenting on The Neighborhood Talk’s IG repost.
Two Men Shot and Killed at Car Show Where Boosie BadAzz Was Set to Perform
Two men were shot and killed at an Iowa car show that Boosie BadAzz was set to perform at over the weekend. On Aug. 10, Boosie was set to headline a concert following The Pull Up Car Show at the I-29 Speedway in Pacific Junction, Iowa, with other perfoming guests including Rob49. However, a shooting took place before the concert that resulted in the deaths of two local men. According to a press release from the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, the incident took place right before the concert was set to begin.
Latto Insists the Internet Doesn’t Know Who Her Boyfriend Is
Latto insists during a new interview that the internet has no idea who she's currently dating. Latto Talks About Keeping Her Relationship Private. On Aug. 9, Big Latto chopped it up with Ebro Darden on Apple Music in promotion of her latest album Sugar Honey Iced Tea. During the talk, which can be seen below, Ebro also touched on Latto's dating relationship, which she opened about on her new album, despite continuing to keep the identity of her partner close to the vest. The Atlanta rapper insisted during the interview that the internet has it all wrong when it comes to who her boyfriend is.
Post Malone Admits He Drank Alcohol to Deal With Being Called a Culture Vulture
Post Malone admits in a new interview that he drank a lot to deal with being labeled a culture vulture early in his career. On Sunday (Aug. 11), Posty sat down with CBS Sunday Morning for an interview about his upcoming country album F-1 Trillion. During the sitdown, which can be seen below, the Dallas native talked about dealing with the backlash of being called a culture vulture when he started his career as a hip-hop artist.
Judge to Decide on YoungBoy Never Broke Again’s Federal Gun Case Dismissal or Wait Higher Court Ruling
A judge must decide on whether to hear arguments in YoungBoy Never Broke Again's gun case or wait for a high court's ruling on the case. Judge to Decide on NBA YoungBoy's Federal Gun Case Dismissal. According to court documents obtained by XXL, NBA YoungBoy's attorney, Drew Findling, filed a...
Witness in Young Thug’s YSL RICO Trial Tells Judge ‘Depends on How I Wake Up’ When Asked to Testify
After a nearly two-month break, the Young Thug/YSL RICO trial will resume on Monday with prosecution witness Kenneth "Lil Woody" Copeland to take the stand...depending on his mood. YSL RICO Trial Witness Tells Judge Testifying Will Depend on How He Wakes Up. Last Tuesday (Aug. 6), prosecution witness Kenneth "Lil...
Nipsey Hussle’s Brother Explains How Proper Protocol Wasn’t Followed the Day Rapper Was Murdered
Nipsey Hussle's brother, Blacc Sam, has revealed that proper protocol wasn't being followed on the day his brother was murdered in March of 2019. Nipsey Hussle's Brother Reveals Protocol Failure During Nipsey's Murder. On Friday (Aug. 9), radio personality Big Boy premiered his new interview with Nipsey Hussle's older brother...
Jaidyn Alexis Snaps at Fan for Saying She’s Happy Blueface Was Sentenced to Four Years in Prison
While on Instagram Live, Jaidyn Alexis snapped at a fan for saying she's happy Blueface was sentenced to four years in prison. Jaidyn Alexis Lashes Out at Fan Over Blueface Prison Comment. Jaidyn Alexis wants to make it clear that she's not happy with Blueface being sentenced to four years...
Jay-Z Will Finally Own Reasonable Doubt Shares in Seven Years Despite Going to Auction – Report
Jay-Z will finally own Dame Dash's share in Roc-A-Fella Records in seven years despite it going to auction. Jay-Z Will Secure Reasonable Doubt Shares in Seven Years. According to a TMZ report, published on Saturday (Aug. 10), Jay-Z's attorneys have filed new documents staking claim to the master recordings of Hov's classic 1996 album, Reasonable Doubt. This comes as Dame's 33 percent share in Roc-A-Fella Records will hit the auction block near the end of August.
Rick Ross Sued by Disabled Man for Lack of Wheelchair Accessibility at His Car Show – Report
Rick Ross is being sued by a disabled man over lack of wheelchair accessibility at his car show. Rick Ross Sued for Lack of Wheelchair Access at Car Show. According to a TMZ report, published on Friday (Aug. 9), Rick Ross was hit with a lawsuit by a disabled man who alleges that he wasn't able to attend the Miami rapper's 2024 Car & Bike Show despite having tickets. Rozay's annual car show was held at his spacious Fayetteville, Georgia property, dubbed "The Promise Land," on June 1.
Olympics Breakdancing – A Look at the Competitions, Viral Videos and Results in Paris
Breaking, a dance culture that started in the Bronx in the 1970s, has made its debut at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, France. Who would have thought that hip-hop would take it this far. The women competed on Friday (Aug. 9), while the men competed on Saturday (Aug. 10). The...
Travis Scott Released Without Charges After Being Arrested for Allegedly Assaulting Hotel Security Guard – Report
Travis Scott has been released without charges following his arrest for allegedly assaulting a hotel security guard in Paris. Travis Scott Cleared of Charges Following Dramatic Paris Hotel Arrest. According to an NBC News report, published on Saturday (Aug. 10), Travis Scott was released from police custody with no charges...
Drake Officially Releases the Three Songs He Dropped on His Finsta This Week
Drake has officially released the three songs that he dropped on his Finsta account this week. Drake Officially Drops Three Songs From His Finsta Account. Drake surprised fans on Tuesday (Aug. 6) when he dropped three previously-unreleased tracks through his Finsta account plottttwistttttt. Now the tracks are available on digital streaming platforms. On Saturday (Aug. 10), Drizzy officially released the three songs: "It's Up" (featuring Young Thug and 21 Savage), "Blue Green Red" and "Housekeeping Knows" (featuring Latto) for your streaming enjoyment.
T.I. and Tiny Are Off the Hook in Sexual Assault Case
The lawsuit filed against T.I. and his wife Tameka "Tiny" Harris, accusing them of a sexual assault back in 2005, has been dismissed in court. Sexual Assault Lawsuit Against Tip and Tiny Dismissed. On Thursday (Aug. 8), T.I. and Tiny learned the sexual assault lawsuit filed against them by a...
André 3000 Says the Kendrick Lamar and Drake Battle Just Made Him Sad
André 3000 weighs in on the most talked-about beef of the year involving Drake and Kendrick Lamar. Surprisingly, the Atlanta MC admits he felt sad about it all. André 3000 Admits He Felt Sad About Drake and Kendrick Lamar Beefing. A flute-playing rapper doesn't seem like he'd be...
Lil Yachty Thinks He Could ‘Kill’ Joe Budden on a Song Together
Lil Yachty tells Joe Budden in a recent interview that he could kill the elder rapper if they got on a song together. Lil Yachty Thinks He Would Murder Joe Budden on a Track. On Thursday (Aug. 8), Boat debuted a new episode of his A Safe Place Podcast featuring rapper-turned-podcaster Joe Budden where they talked about Yachty's recent controversial comments on New York fashion, streaming strikes, Joe being an "old head" and more. During one part in the sitdown, Boat made the bold proclamation that he could best the retired rapper on a track.
Dramatic Video Shows Travis Scott Being Dragged Out of Hotel by Police in Paris
New footage has surfaced regarding Travis Scott's arrest in Paris. Dramatic video shows the Houston rapper-producer being dragged out of a hotel by police. Video Shows Travis Being Dragged Out of Hotel by Paris Police. On Friday (Aug. 9), dramatic video surfaced on social media of Travis Scott being forcibly...
9 Takeaways From Yung Miami’s New Interview About Diddy, JT and Solo Career
Yung Miami opens up about her relationship with Diddy, her fallout with JT and more on a new special episode Caresha Please!. Amid the Diddy scandal and City Girls breakup, Yung Miami has been uncharacteristically low on words about both situations. On Thursday night (Aug. 8), Yung Miami released a special episode of her podcast where she spilled the tea on all the hop topics in her life and career. Below are the biggest takeaways from the interview.
The Break Presents – Chow Lee
Over the past year, Chow Lee has helped usher in the hottest new sound out of New York. Alongside Cash Cobain, the Long Island, N.Y. rapper has assisted in cultivating the sexy drill movement, which has taken over the East Coast and beyond in the last 12 months. After exploding...
Travis Scott Arrested for Alleged Assault on Security Guard at Hotel in Paris – Report
UPDATE (AUG. 9):. A rep for Travis Scott has released the following statement to XXL concerning the rapper's recent arrest in Paris:. "We are in direct communication with the local Parisian authorities to swiftly resolve this matter and will provide updates when appropriate." ORIGINAL STORY: (AUG. 9):. Travis Scott was...
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