Travis Scott and the organizers of his Astroworld music festival are facing renewed scrutiny after new court documents revealed that the event’s safety head expressed concerns about potential overcrowding prior to the deadly concert. According to reports, Seyth Boardman, who helped create Astroworld’s operational plans, expressed apprehensions about accommodating 50,000 attendees in front of the stage days before the festival. Had Boardman’s worries been addressed, the tragic events that unfolded on November 5, 2021, when a crowd surge at the concert in Houston led to the deaths of ten individuals and injured hundreds, may have never happened. Boardman’s concerns highlight a…
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Kanye West has compared himself to a president and the Pope in a letter demanding that media outlets and everyone else refer to him by his new name. The letter, composed by West’s chief of staff, Milo Yiannopoulos, begs music industry stalwarts—including streaming services, publishers, lyrics websites and more—to strictly adhere to the artist’s new moniker. Yiannopoulos’ letter reveals the depth of the rapper’s decision, portraying it as a move of colossal importance. It sheds light on the artist’s rationale and delineates the stakes involved. “He didn’t take the decision to change his name, potentially sacrificing some of the immense value captured…
Somaya Reece, the Afro-Latina recording artist, is poised for a resounding return with her latest visuals for “Witness Glory.” Lyrically she bares her vulnerabilities, but also takes a bite at her detractors. Still beautiful, it is apparent she has weathered hardship and battled through despair. This video is inspiration for those surviving this tumultuous world. […] Somaya Reece, the Afro-Latina recording artist, is poised for a resounding return with her latest visuals for “Witness Glory.” Lyrically she bares her vulnerabilities, but also takes a bite at her detractors. Still beautiful, it is apparent she has weathered hardship and battled through…
Just Kapri just dropped his latest track, “Aww,” and it’s fire! This dude’s been doing his thing and “Aww” is his 10th banger to hit streaming platforms. He’s all about blending killer lyrics, smooth melodies, and soulful vibes. It’s more than just a song—it’s a journey of self-discovery. Kapri’s urging us to find our purpose and go beyond ourselves. None of that shallow stuff you hear in mainstream rap—this is real, authentic storytelling. So, keep your ears peeled for Seven Days, Seven Nights, and make sure to follow Just Kapri on all your favorite streaming platforms. This guy’s on a…
An elderly woman firmly believes she’s in a relationship with Post Malone, but her granddaughters are convinced she’s simply being catfished. The wild story unfolded during a recent episode of The Dr. Phil Show where the woman, Gail, opened up about her obsession with the multi-platinum artist. She told Dr. Phil she’s been in a relationship with him for nearly three years. But her granddaughters and daughter Michelle know it’s not true. “They think I’m mental, they think I’m crazy, they worry about me, but I’m fine,” Gail said. “They think I’m being scammed by someone overseas. They don’t believe…
The next season of Ice Cube’s BIG3 basketball league will stream live on the Elon Musk-owned X platform. The Hip-Hop mogul’s decision to partner with the social network formerly known as Twitter did not sit well with some fans. “Love and respect Cube but his alignment with a white [supremacist] is all we need to know. I get it, money matters, so do you my guy. Just keep it 100 and don’t Trojan horse for them. White Supremacy is who you are and represent. Enjoy!!” @UltimateRapLife posted on X. That account, which currently only has 360 followers, also tweeted, “I…
Big Sean dropped the first official music offering of his next era. “Precision” serves as the Detroit rapper’s first single in two years. “I studied the target. I’m never gonna miss it. I call that precision,” Sean raps on his latest song. Teddy Walton, Tom Kahre, FNZ, Zacari and Aaron Bow earned production credit for the track. Big Sean appears to be gearing up to release another full-length project soon. The 35-year-old Def Jam recording artist has not put out a studio album since Detroit 2 in 2020. In addition to his “Precision” single landing today (March 22), Sean also…
Azealia Banks claimed Beyoncé and Roc Nation engaged in payola to help “Texas Hold ‘Em” reach No. 1 on Billboard’s country music chart. Banks bashed Beyoncé and Billboard after the publication ran a story about Banks’ history of feuds. “It’s becoming INCREASINGLY obvious you let your staff take payments to spew any b####### in these weak attempts to control narratives,” Banks wrote on Instagram in response to Billboard’s article. “But, the fact that my message regarding beyonce and roc nations treatment/sabotaging of black female artists/writers behind the scenes and her audacious expectation that black women somehow join her in a…
King Aamira Shakur, the undisputed Hip Hop monarch, has recently collaborated with rising r&b artist Dajerae to deliver a sensational new single, “Ordinary Love.” With their unmatched talent, these musical powerhouses have combined their unique styles to create a magical and heartfelt experience for their listeners. The song’s message of genuine affection and the universal emotions of love will undoubtedly strike a chord with fans worldwide. “Ordinary Love” mesmerizes with its poignant lyrics that flawlessly reflect the complexities of everyday relationships. King Aamira and Dajerae have penned verses that resonate deeply and effortlessly tap into the listener’s emotions. The artists…
MC Lyte recruited fellow Hip-Hop legends Big Daddy Kane and Salt of Salt-n-Pepa for the new single “Woman” produced by Warryn Campbell. The rap pioneer discussed the Raheem DeVaughn-assisted song’s creation in an interview with AllHipHop’s Chuck Creekmur. “Big Daddy Kane and Raheem DeVaughn, who does the hook, were in town in Los Angeles and we’re friends,” MC Lyte told AllHipHop. “So, I’m talking to Kane. I’m like, ‘Where are you?’ He said, ‘Oh, I’m here.’ I’m like, ‘Come by the studio.’ Same thing with Raheem. And so, I gotta tell you – Warryn’s studio isn’t close. You got to…