tag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:/blogs/news?p=2News 2023-09-27T10:42:49-04:00Dope Tho 2021The latest news up to date. Up to the moment accounts of what's going on in music, pop culture, and more.The latest news up to date.Amoré KingfalseAmoré Kingbutisitdopetho@gmail.comtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/72793742023-09-27T10:42:49-04:002024-03-28T03:04:50-04:00Quick Review: Can Doja Cat become the new Queen of Rap?<div class="adn ads" style='-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);border-left-style:none;color:rgb(34, 34, 34);display:flex;font-family:"Google Sans", Roboto, RobotoDraft, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;font-size:medium;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;padding:0px;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;' data-message-id="#msg-a:r8815638574897978755" data-legacy-message-id="18ad6bb76d39f571">
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<p><span>Where do we even start with Doja Cat? Always in the media. Forever controversial. As polarizing as she is popular. She has figured out the #1 cheat code to musical longevity and success. What is the cheat code? Make undeniable music! You can get away with almost anything as long as the music is undeniable. Throughout her career Doja has been known mostly as a pop star. Her looks and her catchy melodic singing strongly overshadow her rapping ability. Some have even questioned if she was a rapper at all. </span></p>
<p><span>With her latest album ‘Scarlett’ she addresses that and Whole lot more. On the song Demons Doja Cat brags "Lots of people that were sleeping say I rap now… I done took the spotlight and made 'em blackout.” Foreshadowing for sure. On the topic of her erratic behavior she retorts “Y'all can not believe I'm not a fiend and that it wasn't coke!” Doja Cat also touches on Devil worshipping whispers."Y'all been pushing Satan this and Satan that… But trust me baby God don't play with hate like that. So you gon' be real upset when he pick Cat to be the one up on them charts all over the map." The quotes are direct chomps at her critics. It's a tried and true formula. If you ever want to know what's going on with a genuinely authentic artist, watch the interviews for clues but you'll find the answers in the lyrics of their music. </span></p>
<p><span>Scarlett is a 17 track album of hard hitting baselines, 80’s/90’s break beats, infectiously melodic choruses, and most importantly a plethora of flows and dope lyrics. Make no mistake. Not only is Doja a rapper by the mid point of the album it’s apparent she may be the best mainstream female rap artists out. We could talk about the fact that we haven’t seen music videos this creative in Rap since the hey day of Missy Elliott and Busta Rhymes We could talk about how she’s masterfully become the centerpiece in the national discussion on fandom versus extremists. Instead let’s talk about music. 17 songs no features is a tall task. But Doja goes for dolo and does it well. Every song introduces a completely new flow and a different style of productions. In an era where it seems most rappers want to be anything except the rappers that they are, Doja Cat has chosen to double down on Hip Hop. Emphatically making an album that is as much a declaration of her rap prowess as it is her love letter to Hip Hop.</span></p>
<p><br> <span>Singles like Paint the Town Red and Demons show she’s a hit making rapper. Songs like 97, Skull and Bones, and F*ck the Girls, show she is not only a rapper but an MC to be taken seriously. And bangers like Agora Hills, Can’t Wait, and Shutcho show that she can put it all together and run Rap, if she so decides. This is a nearly flawless project. In one album Doja Cat has managed to change the narrative about herself. From ditzy Pop darling to legitimate rapper and superstar who does things her way. </span></p>
<p><span>There are shades of influences from Eminem, and “Nicki M” (as Doja calls her) but mostly what you get is a bonafide supernova of original style and talent. She may meld R&B and Rap even better than Drake. Which is clearly saying a lot. Effortlessly weaving between sugary sweet R&B/Pop hooks and a multitude of fly rap flows. Whenever she’s fully ready to stop playing nice, hand out ouchies, and snatch the crown for her rightful attention the Rap game is Doja Cat’s for the taking. We should all be prepared to see her go off!</span></p>
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<p><span style="color:hsl(30,75%,60%);">97</span></p>
<p><span style="color:hsl(30,75%,60%);">Agora Hills</span></p>
<p><span style="color:hsl(30,75%,60%);">Paint the Town Red</span></p>
<p><span style="color:hsl(30,75%,60%);">F*ck The Girls (FTG)</span></p>
<p><span style="color:hsl(30,75%,60%);">Skull and Bones</span></p>
<p><span style="color:hsl(30,75%,60%);">Shutcho</span></p>
<p><span style="color:hsl(30,75%,60%);">Balut</span></p>
<p><span style="color:hsl(30,75%,60%);">Can't Wait</span></p>
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If you say he’s a phenomenal producer people will quickly point out he wasn’t the beat maker. If you state that he sauced on a song folks will chime in that he didn’t pen the verse. If you point to his business acumen and Black excellence there will be those that say he did it on the backs of other Blacks. You either love or hate Diddy. We’re not sure he would want it any other way.</div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" dir="auto"> </div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" dir="auto">One thing can’t be debated though. Through all the names (Love, Diddy, P. Diddy, Puffy, Puff Daddy) Diddy is the undisputed best collaborator of all time! And If it’s one area Diddy has mastered in collaboration it’s R&B. From Mary J. Blige, Jodeci, Usher, Total, 112, Faith Evan’s, Carl Thomas, Day 26, Danity Kane. I knew this would be flames. He’s only matched by Babyface and Jermaine Dupri in the R&B space, in terms of things they’ve been a part of.</div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" dir="auto"> </div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" dir="auto">Enter Diddy’s latest album “The Love Album: Off The Grid.” An absolute masterclass in what R&B was and what it can be again. The production is the chef’s kiss. He relies heavily on old associates like Mario Winans and the Notorious Stevie J. And taps into newer super talents like D Mile, Slimwav and Lil Rod Madeit. From up tempo bangers like “What’s Love feat. NOVA WAV and “Stay Awhile” feat. Nija to bedroom vibes like “Need Somebody” feat. Jazmine Sullivan and “Nasty” feat. Jozzy </div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" dir="auto"> </div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" dir="auto">Diddy plays the role of a legendary PG and assist this Allstar cast of singers again and again (some names include H.E.R., SZA, Justin Beiber, Teyana Taylor, Ty Dolla $ign and more) The album soars near the end when it reaches the soul of the project “Kim Porter” feat. Babyface and John Legend. A beautiful, methodical, heart wrenching, song dedicated to the forever love of his life of the same name. Babyface is singing like the rent is due and John Legend sounds revitalized. This song will be on. Many playlist for a long time. At 23 songs this is a whale of an album in 2023. But For R&B lovers it hits all the right notes.</div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" dir="auto"> </div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" dir="auto"><span style="color:hsl(270, 75%, 60%);">Key Dope:</span></div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" dir="auto"> </div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" dir="auto">
<span style="color:#e44e11;">Kim Porter</span> feat. Babyface and John Legend</div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" dir="auto">
<span style="color:#e44e11;">Need Somebody</span> feat. Jazmine Sullivan</div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" dir="auto">
<span style="color:#e44e11;">Closer To God</span> feat. Teyana Taylor</div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" dir="auto">
<span style="color:#e44e11;">Space</span> feat. H.E.R.</div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" dir="auto">
<span style="color:#e44e11;">Moments </span>feat. Justin Beiber</div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" dir="auto">
<span style="color:#e44e11;">Stay Awhile</span> feat. Nija</div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" dir="auto">
<span style="color:#e44e11;">What's Love</span> feat. NOVA WAV</div>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/72454022023-07-21T16:25:00-04:002024-01-22T01:43:43-05:00Quick Review: Nas is going warp speed. But at what costs?<div class="adn ads" style='-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);border-left-style:none;color:rgb(34, 34, 34);display:flex;font-family:"Google Sans", Roboto, RobotoDraft, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;font-size:medium;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;padding:0px;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;' data-message-id="#msg-a:r1557815435513851588" data-legacy-message-id="1897a1e5ed36426b">
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<div dir="auto"> We are gonna try to keep this as brief as possible. Nas is one of the best rappers to ever even look at a microphone. Nas changed the way rappers put rhymes together. If not for Nas along with Kool G Rap and Rakim before him rappers would still be rhyming like The Sugarhill Gang (salute the OG’s no slander). At 19 he shifted the entire culture of rap and changed the sound with Illmatic. That’s why he’s held in such high regard. So respect is due when speaking on Nas.</div>
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<div dir="auto">Fast forward to 2023 and Nas, who turns 50 this September is still releasing music at elite levels. Kings Disease 3 released in 2022 is seen as close to classic status. He’s back today with Magic 2 (the follow up to its 2021’s Magic). This is his 5th album in 3 years. That’s great to see and also a part of the problem. Everyone built this up as an incredible feat but the results have been mixed.</div>
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<div dir="auto">Magic 2 finds Nas experimenting more heavily with trap sounds, playfully telling stories, and give an OG wisdoms. The production is cool but isn’t close to Hit Boys best work. Nas is not super sharp lyrically but he’s having fun and living here. The song sequencing on the album leaves much to be desired. The highs are high and fun! The misses are obvious. The fact that no one can agree on which songs are the hits in which songs are the misses brother drives home the point. </div>
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None of the talk currently is centered around how that may be in part because of the quality of the rappers releasing music.</span><br><br><span style="color:rgb(34,34,34);">Enter Michael Render aka Killer Mike. He may not go #1 but he may have delivered the #1 album quality wise. His newest solo project “Michael” is everything you’d expect it to be. More importantly “Michael” is a great listen for those who literally have no idea what to expect from a Killer Mike album. From the Opening track “Down By Law” featuring Cee-Lo Green, it was very apparent we were in for something special. David is triumphant the lyrics are urgent. Cee Lo is effortless.</span><br><br><span style="color:rgb(34,34,34);">Killer Mike speaks for the every day man and the Hustler. And succeeds in pulling it off. With Features like Andre 3000 (rhyming out of body) and Future (gliding with ease) on “Scientists and Engineers.” And even Fabo popping up on the standout “Something for the Junkies” this album has something for almost everybody. R&B stylings from 6lack and Jagged edge further round out the album. The production and the topics are high quality. This is extremely well balanced album.</span><br><br><span style="color:rgb(34,34,34);">It is a heavy listen and may be a lot for casual fans of rap. The album takes you through highs and low, youth and O.G. status and we're all the better for it. Mike either brought the trap to church or brought church to the trap. Either way the results are a rollercoaster of emotions and maybe, a classic album. Definitely an AOTY (album of the year) contender. Give this one a listen</span></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/71989522023-04-28T17:31:05-04:002024-01-22T01:50:04-05:00Quick Review: Is Jack Putting Cultural Relevance Over Commercial Success? (Jack Harlow-Jackman)<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/s:bzglfiles/u/337381/3483163cb0ab9f426227238fb7db688c460597a6/original/jackman-cover.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><p style="text-align:center;">By: <a class="no-pjax" href="https://bandzoogle.com/amore-king" target="_blank" type="button" tabindex="-1" aria-labelledby="ck-editor__aria-label_ef87886dcb7a4aaa925d4b267bfd98b11" data-cke-tooltip-text="Open link in new tab" data-cke-tooltip-position="s" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="color:hsl(30, 75%, 60%);"><span id="ck-editor__aria-label_ef87886dcb7a4aaa925d4b267bfd98b11">Amoré King</span></span></a></p><p><span style="color:rgb(34,34,34);">For industry rappers that have ANY sort of real lyrical ability there are TWO main markers that hold value. </span></p><p><span style="color:rgb(34,34,34);"><strong>#1 Cultural Respect </strong>& <strong>#2 Commercial success</strong></span></p><p><span style="color:rgb(34,34,34);">Too much of either and not enough of the other will leave you either underrated or viewed as a joke.</span><br><br><span style="color:rgb(34,34,34);">#1 is why despite how many times people try to bring up party jams and radio, Pusha T remains teflon, and firmly planted on top lists in the culture. Overdose of #2 without a lot of #1 is why Macklemore is a punchline or a trivia question to “What undeserving rapper beat out Jay Z, Kendrick Lamar, and Drake for rap album of the year?".</span><br><br><span style="color:rgb(34,34,34);">#1 is what Jack Harlow is focused on with his new project. Entitled Jackman, this project is aimed squarely at solidifying his place in #1. No Fergie samples. No Alta Beauty or Forever 21 music. Just stripped-down raps, understated production, and brushes of social commentary. </span><br><br><span style="color:rgb(34,34,34);">For an artist having huge success with #2, many were ready to write him off. Jackman shifts the narrative. Songs like <i>Gang gang gang</i> are jarring and will spark much needed conversations. Introspective songs like <i>Blame on Me</i> may begin to raise him above his Pop rap peers and into national conversations about rappers with something to say. For all the “Diet Drake” comments, Harlow managed to do something Drake has been afraid to do his entire career. Give us an strong album full of #1 while with no worries of #2.</span></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/71482832023-02-03T14:26:14-05:002024-01-22T01:52:49-05:00Hip Hop At 50!<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/8a4524e959b5599571037ab2f0fbd653ba139140/original/article-64-pic2.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>It’s hard to believe that it has already been <a contents="50 years" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/6803779/nas-is-bringing-us-50-years-of-hip-hop" target="_blank">50 years</a> since Hip Hop first emerged in the Bronx, New York, back in the 1970s <span style="color:#e67e22;"><em>(8.11.73)</em></span>. Since then, the genre has grown exponentially, becoming one of the most popular and influential music genres in the world. It has changed the way people express themselves, influenced fashion, and created an entire culture around its sound. From its earliest days of DJs spinning records at block parties to the multi-million dollar industry it is today, hip hop has evolved and adapted to become a powerful force in music and culture. </p>
<p>Over the past 50 years, the genre has transformed from simple beats and rhymes to vibrant and complex soundscapes that explore a variety of themes and topics. With its ability to reflect society, hip hop has become an integral part of the modern soundscape, and its influence continues to deepen and expand. An influential culture that has revolutionized the music industry, <a contents="hip hop " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/hip-hop-celebration-day/hip-hop-celebration-day" target="_blank">hip hop </a>has grown to be a global phenomenon. It has brought together people from all walks of life, transcended language barriers, and has become a powerful voice for the voiceless. </p>
<p>As we commemorate the <a contents="50th anniversary of Hip Hop" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://the50thanniversaryofhip-hop.com/" target="_blank">50th anniversary of Hip Hop</a>, it’s worth looking back at its origins, the impact it has had on the world, and the way it has shaped music for the past five decades. Let us take a moment to appreciate this truly remarkable culture that has left an indelible mark on the world.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/71206122022-12-09T14:06:35-05:002024-01-22T01:54:07-05:00Quick Review: SZA - SOS <p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/09e72432fc6eda46d93b42e8fae572b197978103/original/img-1097.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_thick" alt="" /></p>
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<p>Woman, how many times did you want us to play Drew Barrymore SZA???!!! SZA took a 5 year hiatus from dropping albums and the winners are our ears! Fully refreshed, her new album SOS is a masterclass in owning who you are. Sonically SZA is as fresh as ever. Pen game wise, SZA is on fire. It's safe to say SOS was worth the wait. </p>
<p>From the title track it's clear SZA is out to reclaim her lane so many other ladies in the game have sharked. Lines like "All the petty sh*t aside, all the phony sh*t aside, I just want what's mine. This ain't no warning shot. In case all you hoes forgot" drive this point home. SZA seamlessly slides from R&B to Alt Rock over to Trap and even touches on elements of folk music. None of the songs sound out of place. </p>
<p>SZA is what happens when you blend the genre bending and haunting writing of Frank Ocean with the toxicity of Future. Add in a pinch of prime Avril Lavigne charming angst and voila! SOS has songs for everyone. Songs like Kill Bill ("I just killed my ex. rather be in hell than alone."), Smoking On My Ex Pack (SZA is spitting raps here), Love Language, Blind, and Nobody Gets Me are absolute standouts.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/71022092022-11-14T17:09:34-05:002024-01-22T01:59:05-05:00Nas and 21 Savage: The Great New Hip-Hop Debate<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/4bdfc906754aa162e2e84a4912e6e6e5e5061202/original/img-0113.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_medium" alt="" /></p>
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<p>The Nas/21 Savage debate is just a perfect illustration of the Genre of HipHop growing. Rapper’s careers used to be over by 24, a decade later rapper’s careers where done by 30. Now in 2022 we have rappers in their 40’s and even their 50’s winning Grammys, selling out arenas, and continuing building their legacies. </p>
<p>Truth is Nas has fans as young as 17 although mostly outliers. 21 Savage has fans as old as 50 although mostly outliers. And that’s what’s dope about where we find ourselves in HipHop. Because that wouldn’t have happened at any other time in the Genre. Neither artist is irrelevant (as 21’s own peers on Clubhouse even reminded him they listen to Nas). Both just cater to a different demographic. I’m happy our genre has finally made it to This place. They thought rap was a fad and would be over in 2-3 years. Here it is approaching 50 years old and stronger than ever. #LongLiveHipHop</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/70315282022-08-05T13:34:41-04:002023-12-10T12:02:02-05:00Mike Bombatta is Making All His Dreams Come True<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/d6a6b4a5404848bc83bf357cceda6476ca3b8d1c/original/bombatta-big-bite-pic.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
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<p>Proud Louisville Native. Artist. Dream Chaser. Mike Bombatta embodies each of these terms to a tee. Recently signed to Shark Livin’ Ent, Bombatta is setting his sights on greatness. Putting in work for the last several years, he has built himself a large fan base and laid the foundation for a long-lasting, diversified career. </p>
<p>Mike started out rapping at age 14, as a hobby with his friends, uploading music to streaming sites, never truly taking it seriously. But, in 2018, after his song “Supa Steez” became a viral hit, he was catapulted into the spotlight. The song went on to win Song Of The Year at the 2019 Kentucky Urban Entertainment Awards, beating out both regional and national artists. It wasn’t until 2020 that Shark Livin’ Ent came into the picture and brought in an element of professionalism and consistency. They got Mike Bombatta on track, recording music videos, vlogging, selling merch, and even creating his own strain of weed. </p>
<p>With new music dropping frequently and being the featured artist of this year's Kentucky Urban Entertainment Awards, Mike is set to become a household name. Along with his rap career, he is getting into the Cannabis industry, designing clothes, and looking into ghostwriting for other artists. Mike Bombatta has big plans to do it all. </p>
<p>You can attend the Kentucky Urban Entertainment Awards on August 20, 2022, at 7 pm EST at C2 in Louisville, Ky.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/70296452022-08-03T04:03:17-04:002022-08-04T06:09:39-04:00Amoré King is scouting Louisville as he gears up to Shake Up the World<p style="text-align: center;"><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/ce6b4ab63adfbfd137e6aa5c05497774eedd7e5d/original/img-7935.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_thin" alt="" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Hip-Hop is a gladiator sport. For American Rapper, Amoré King he wouldn't have it any other way. "Steel sharpens steel. It's very difficult to elevate to the next level when you're playing down to the level of competition. Give me the best of the best and watch me rise to the top. That's what the culture is all about." He states. No stranger to battling in his early years and rap cyphers regularly Amoré welcomes the most talented artists. It's an admirable trait in this era of sensitive rappers.</p>
<p>It's no wonder then that this competitive spirit bleeds over into other facets of Amoré King's life. Amoré is setting up to release a compilation comprised of a the top talent from Louisville and the surrounding areas. In addition, this compilation will accompany a film documentary spotlighting the highs and lows of the artists putting the music together. Featuring one on one interviews of the artists, and highlighting the hoods of Louisville, the expectation are that this will be big. Titled "City Up: Shake Up the World <a contents="Louisville" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/marzz-countless-times-love-letterz-interview-1339999/">Louisville</a>", The aim will be various unassociated music acts collaborating for the first time on each song. The results of all that steel sharpening should be some incredible music the masses will <a contents="love" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/this-summer-is-for-love">love</a>. Amoré will be partnering with documentary specialist William Baldon of Dream Love Productions and indie film specialist Christopher Gastrost of Cliff Productions, who will be directing the documentary film. Together the three of them are swinging for the fences. "We want to reach a world wide audience with this. And we will" Amoré asserts matter of factly.</p>
<p>Along with the "City Up" project Amoré runs The Immaculate Ones A/V. The audio/visual music <a contents="label" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.71546/title.yo-gotti-teases-cmg-project">label</a> focuses on releasing top shelf music quality. When asked what makes his label different from the rest Amoré King stated matter of factly. "What makes my label different is that we don’t put any boundaries on where we can go with our <a contents="music" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ytwSeQNzKJQ">music</a>. We let the music speak. The music is genuine. There’s no cap in our rap, no lies, and no fairytales. We give it to you real and we’re very passionate about this craft." If juggling multiple projects at once is a tough task Amoré King doesn't let on. He's intensely set on running the world "What’s next for my label is, god-willing, we take over the game. I don’t think that’s unrealistic. I don’t think there are any unrealistic goals for my label because the artists are all incredibly talented. That’s why I agreed to bring them on when they sought me out." he says. "City Up" will shake up the world. The Immaculate Ones will take over the world. That's a world I am ready to live in." If Amoré keeps going that world just might be a reality.</p>
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<p>Sean “<a contents="Diddy" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/a-bishop-t-d-jakes-and-diddy-collaboration" target="_blank">Diddy</a>” Combs is staying busy these days. Aside from hosting and executive producing this year’s Billboard Music Awards, the 52-year-old Mogul is also launching a <a contents="new R&amp;B label" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/Culture/diddy-launches-rb-label-love-records-announces-album/story?id=84621095#:~:text=Sean%20%22Diddy%22%20Combs%20is%20launching,be%20released%20sometime%20this%20summer." target="_blank">new R&B label</a>. The new label, <span style="color:#c0392b;"><strong>Love Records</strong></span>, was announced today in partnership with Motown Records. The label's first release will be a new album from Mr. Love himself. The new project has a scheduled summer release and will be Puff’s return to music. His last project was 2006’s Press Play. </p>
<p>Diddy states, <em>“Music has always been my first love, LOVE RECORDS is the next chapter is about getting back to the love and making the best music of my life. For the Label I’m focused on creating timeless R&B music with the next generation of artists and producers. Motown is the perfect partner for my album and I’m excited to add to its legacy.”</em> </p>
<p>Sean Combs is also keeping busy with his Bad Boy Records label and talks of a <a contents="new partnership with Death Row" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.vibe.com/news/entertainment/snoop-dogg-death-row-bad-boy-partnership-1234656834/" target="_blank">new partnership with Death Row</a> Records and its new owner, Snoop Dogg. CEO of Motown Records, Ethiopia Habtemariam, says the new Love Records collaboration with Combs is monumental. She stated, <em>“This is a major moment for Motown, as Diddy is one of this century’s most important voices in music and culture.” </em></p>
<p>More to come on Love Records and all things Diddy. Meanwhile, catch him hosting the 2022 <a contents="Billboard Music Awards" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.vibe.com/news/events/diddy-host-executive-produce-billboard-music-awards-1234659641/" target="_blank">Billboard Music Awards</a>—set to air live on Sunday, May 15 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/e3dd4709eaaa7eee9e1982c26d393bbce6a7bbb7/original/article-63b-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/69377992022-04-01T09:00:00-04:002023-12-10T11:32:56-05:00Mooga Malone is not getting any rest anytime soon <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/d9ada760b8a42bad0d077c7a11a8ab18aa14c9e8/original/img-4972.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_medium" alt="" /><span class="font_small"><strong>Mooga Malone</strong></span></p>
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<p>Rapper Mooga Malone is gearing up for his musical takeover. He’s been hard at work cooking up new singles, releasing new music videos, along with collaborating with several other talented artists. Mooga (rhymes with the southern pronunciation of sugar) is on a mission to promote relentlessly until the masses catch on. With the way Mooga Malone is working his campaign, that is entirely possible for him. </p>
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<p>Mooga Malone was born in Louisville, KY. He proudly represents the West End of his town. “I bounced around a lot.” “22nd, Hale, 4100... man, Vermont...” Mooga states. It’s that very same movement that has allowed Mooga to gain traction in the streets all around his city. Now Mooga Malone is back with his new single “Rest" and ironically, he doesn’t plan on resting at all. Mooga Malone intends to warm up the streets of Louisville Kentucky and the streets of The United States as a whole. </p>
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<p>To hear Mooga Malone tell it there’s a method to his no rest mantra. “I’m up before everybody. While y’all sleeping I'm working type s****.” He asserts. The opening lines on the song keep the theme rolling as well. “They keep telling me to rest. F*** it I need a check!” The song is filled to the brim with vivid flows and detailed accounts of a hustler getting it by any means. The video to “Rest” was just recently released. There we find a visibly exhausted Mooga counting money and hustling around the clock. The video is smooth and to the point. Two things you need to be when you’re hustling and working with no... well, rest. </p>
<p>Watch the video for “Rest” by Mooga Malone <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGv3knAGQN0">here</a>.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68855862022-02-01T13:03:17-05:002022-05-05T11:22:11-04:00Remy Ma + Battle Rap League = Chrome 23<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/b763f31b1d43db8a124a3490ba7f11138c0007c6/original/article-62-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Remy Ma is trying to go <em>All The Way Up</em> with her new battle rap league. The <span style="color:#8e44ad;"><strong>All-Female</strong></span> battle rap league, Chrome 23, was announced in <a contents="December" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://allhiphop.com/news/remy-ma-announces-chrome-23-all-female-battle-league/" target="_blank">December</a> of last year, but the Bronx MC just released a trailer giving fans a glimpse of the lineup (<a contents="click here to view trailer" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/irqTSoFeApA" target="_blank"><em>click here to view trailer</em></a>). On IG Remy posted, <em>“Female Rap will never be the same! The first card event will be on Sunday, February 27th- invite only- but available for Live Stream viewing -it’s only right I take it back to where I started at!!! You don’t wanna miss this! Sidebar: I’m sooooo hyped!!”</em> </p>
<p><a contents="Remy" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/meet-the-wendy-williams-shows-new-guest-host" target="_blank">Remy</a> started her career as a battle rapper and is looking to bring her passion to her Chrome 23 league. The inaugural “Queens Get The Money” event was originally scheduled for the same weekend as the Super Bowl but was subsequently moved to February 27th to avoid clashing with that and NBA All Star weekend, which is the weekend following the Super Bowl. </p>
<p>The lineup for Chrome 23’s “Queens Get The Money” battle includes: </p>
<ul> <li><strong>QB Black Diamond vs. 40 BARRS </strong></li> <li><strong>Casey Jay vs. O’fficial </strong></li> <li><strong>Couture vs. Ms. Hustle </strong></li> <li><strong>Pristavia vs. Yoshi G.</strong></li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/8a867e5b28e302c0a29571f822bcb51c00e15a95/original/article-62b-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68795412022-01-25T20:48:42-05:002023-12-10T11:56:27-05:00New Pusha T Loading?<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/57d8b045e464ddfff6d037be2436a44248c0941d/original/article-61-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Pusha T had social media chirping over the weekend with what many perceived as his <a contents="new album" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://uproxx.com/music/pusha-t-teases-new-album-lana-del-rey/" target="_blank">new album</a> rollout. The Virginia rapper appeared to have teased a new album cover on <a contents="Instagram" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CZGBcLSIJFw/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=c251aed8-6779-44b5-9a5f-8fa43d7d1252" target="_blank">Instagram</a> with a video clip of himself rapping to a snippet of a new track that may be on said new album <em>(<a contents="see image &amp; clip here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CZGBcLSIJFw/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=c251aed8-6779-44b5-9a5f-8fa43d7d1252" target="_blank">see image & clip here</a>)</em>. The preview appears to come from Paris Fashion week show held on Sunday as Pusha T is said to have previewed a few other new songs. </p>
<p>King Push’s last album was 2018’s <em>Daytona</em>, and similar to that album’s artwork, Push may be looking for controversy again. If you recall, many believed Daytona’s album cover was referencing Whitney Houston and this new pic is an image with a white powder substance covering someone’s face. The Internet Investigation Team didn’t take too long to figure out that the image appears to be of <a contents="Lana Del Rey" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.billboard.com/music/pop/lana-del-rey-songs-drugs-high-7873046/" target="_blank">Lana Del Rey</a>. Del Rey has referenced cocaine in a number of her songs over the years. </p>
<p>While interrupting his manager, Steven Victor’s interview, Push says, <em>“The album of the muthafucking year is coming. A Pusha album takes a long time … but when it comes together, ain’t nothing fucking with it.”</em> He also stated, <em>“I’m on some one thousand percent rap superhero shit, man .. You know me, I have to reinvent myself. I just have to reinvent my greatness.” </em></p>
<p>If you remember, Push promised he was dropping <a contents="album of the year in 2021" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/pusha-t-promises-album-of-the-year" target="_blank">album of the year in 2021</a> and teased fans all year. Surely 2022 will finally give the people this new project. More is destined to come out on this. Are you ready for new Pusha T music?</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68731612022-01-18T19:25:31-05:002022-04-21T08:28:33-04:00Moneybagg Yo Is Trying to Cash in with Alkaline Water<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/1c64780e421378d10248af01e4ea4651ea011d2f/original/article-60-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: King Acklin</p>
<p>Moneybagg Yo, is looking to capitalize on the momentum from moving 1.1 million+ copies of his 2021 album, <em>A Gangsta’s Pain</em>, and move another product. The <a contents="CMG" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/yo-gotti-makes-major-move-with-interscope-records" target="_blank">CMG</a> artist is jumping into the water business by launching his own <a contents="alkaline-water brand" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.digitalmusicnews.com/2022/01/18/moneybagg-yo-vior-water/" target="_blank">alkaline-water brand</a>, called Vior Alkaline Water. The rapper posted on social media yesterday saying, <em>“100 million mood @viorwater,” Moneybagg captioned the clips. “Send me ya address I’ll send ya a case and put ya down I’m telling u now this the best water in America.”</em> Moneybagg also showed a clip of the bottles going through the factory line process. </p>
<p>The company making Vior was created in 2016 by Cam Special and is based in Memphis, TN. Cam connected with Moneybagg last year and hopes are that they can follow in the footsteps of 50 Cent and what he and Glacéau did with VitaminWater. Moneybagg is looking to step his business game up for 2022; during a November interview he spoke about not only his water brand, but also a weed line, clothing brand and a movie (<em><a contents="see the interview clip here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CWmCVjQPEq2/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=embed_video_watch_again" target="_blank"><span style="color:#e67e22;">see the interview clip here</span></a></em>). No release date has been set for <a contents="Vior" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://mobile.twitter.com/MoneyBaggYo/status/1483496258086002691" target="_blank">Vior</a>, but I’m sure there is more to come on that.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/d441cce1a56ab3c3889dfdc1cf98ac48158929d1/original/article-60-pic-b.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68592652022-01-04T19:14:45-05:002022-05-23T01:55:12-04:00Hit-Boy Planning to Have a Bigger 2022<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/0c27bb792287fdfaa1a9bac0e29c15439b7e7b37/original/article-59-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>It looks like producer Hit-Boy wants to keep his 2021 hot streak alive in 2022. Fresh off his Christmas Eve produced release with NAS, titled <em>Magic</em>, Hit-Boy is gearing up to run 2022. It would seem like the producer hasn’t stopped his run since being named <a contents="producer of the year in 2020 by HipHop Dx" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.59853/title.hit-boy-on-2020-producer-of-the-year-win-i-couldnt-have-planned-it-any-better" target="_blank">producer of the year in 2020 by HipHop Dx</a>. After arguable bringing legendary Queensbridge rapper NAS back to prominence by producing all of 2020’s <em>King’s Disease</em> album, the pair linked up again in 2021 with <em><a contents="King’s Disease II" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/king-s-disease-sequel" style="" target="_blank">King’s Disease II</a></em> and ultimately released Magic as previously mentioned right before the holidays. Hit also teamed up with Big Sean on 2021's <em>What You Expect</em> <em>(released in Oct.)</em>.</p>
<p>Now 2022 is here and the California native is <a contents="teasing collaborations" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.thirstyfornews.com/2022/01/04/hit-boy-teases-collaborations-with-snoop-dogg-the-game/" target="_blank">teasing collaborations</a> with Snoop Dogg, Playboi Carti and The Game. The Game posted on IG, <em>“Album coming S…”</em> with a video clip where we can hear a sample of what everyone assumes to be a Hit-Boy collaboration. The producer posted to his own <a contents="IG" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CYHsixPvjWk/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=d6d3cb97-fb4a-4f05-a415-83d82c653858">IG</a> about his work with the Doggfather. <em>“Idk what’s gonna happen but I have half an album with snoop Dogg done, a album worth of music with Roddy Ricch and an album worth of music with Don Toliver sitting on my computer. I Thank everyone for all the producer of the year awards 2021. See y’all 2022 🪄❤️❤️❤️ who else should I work with? Lmk”</em>. </p>
<p>Are you all ready for more Hit-Boy in 2022?</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68412462021-12-14T20:04:51-05:002024-03-28T03:04:50-04:00Jack Harlow Teaming with KFC for Tornado Relief Efforts<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/132e4c92eb8bfef173dbfd5599ab5c4de75583dd/original/article-58-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Kentucky areas devastated by the recent tragic events caused by tornados in the area will get much needed help by way of Jack Harlow and Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC). Harlow, a Louisville, KY native, is teaming with KFC to help target a younger audience through social media activities and other brand campaigns that will also feature new menu items. While this is exciting for both parties, the first important step in this new relationship will be in the form of a <a contents="$250k donation" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://people.com/food/jack-harlow-and-kfc-donate-250k-to-tornado-relief-efforts-to-kick-off-new-collaboration/" target="_blank">$250k donation</a> to American Red Cross. The donation is in support of those Western KY areas hit by deadly tornados on December 11th. </p>
<p>In part of an <a contents="IG post" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CXbsSURD3ER/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=ef16edfe-15a4-4f0a-a7dd-734271d14f0d" target="_blank">IG post</a>, Harlow states, "The state needs our help more than ever in the wake of this past weekend's devastating tornadoes," Harlow wrote in his post. "Together we will be donating $250k to the @americanredcross in support of relief efforts. I ask that you donate whatever you can to help those affected by this tragedy." </p>
<p>The deadly tornados ravaged through Kentucky along with several other states and have been considered the deadliest in the U.S. in almost 10 years. In KY alone, it’s been reported that about 74 people have died and numerous other people are still unaccounted for. This isn’t the first time this KY based pair have teamed up. In October it was reported that <a contents="Harlow" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/a-jack-harlow-bryson-tiller-collab-project" target="_blank">Harlow</a> and KFC made donations to AMPED, The Center for Women & Families, Grace James Academy, The Louisville Urban League, and Metro United Way. Continue to pray for those affected by the most recent tornado devastation.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68379082021-12-11T19:28:16-05:002022-05-30T05:46:06-04:00National R & B Hall of Fame Noms.<p><em><span style="color:#e67e22;"><strong>National R & B Hall of Fame Noms.</strong></span></em><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/98f6520c4908f8811f8e52dcfad67a23520148fb/original/19482790-g.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>On the heels of this year ‘<a contents="Rock N Roll Hall of Fame’" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.rockhall.com/exhibitions/2021-inductees" target="_blank"><span style="color:#e67e22;"><strong><em>Rock N Roll Hall of Fame</em></strong></span>’</a> induction of <em>Jay-Z, LL Cool J, & Tina Turner.</em> Looks as if theirs is a R & B Hall of Fame. The news broke on Twitter with a story from ‘<em><a contents="That Grape Juice.net’" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://thatgrapejuice.netThat%20Grape%20Juice" target="_blank"><span style="color:#d35400;">That Grape Juice.net’</span></a></em> that <em>Janet Jackson, Anita Baker, Mary J. Blige, & Toni Braxton </em>leads the 2022 R&B Hall of Fame Nominees. Which of course brought questions of Where did this come from?? Well The R&B Hall of Fame Started in 2013. They have already inducted a few legends such as <em>Aaliyah (13’), Aretha Franklin (19’), Stevie Wonder (19’), Natalie Cole (21’), Donna Summer (21’) and Luther Vandross (21’). </em></p>
<p>For The 2022 Class looks to be building up, along with these other Nominees. <em>New Edition, Bell Biv DeVoe, Berry Gordy, En Vogue, TLC, Sade, The Isley Brothers, Jackson 5, Patti Labelle, and Jodeci</em>. The 2022 Class of Inductees will be the 11th Class. </p>
<p>Hopefully the R&B Hall of Fame will reach the level as the other Highly ranked <em>Rock N Roll Hall of Fame</em>.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Check the list of all the other artist that also up for Nominations </p>
<p>Berry Gordy <br>Jermaine Dupri <br>Gamble & Huff <br>Hall & Oates <br>Dru Hill <br>Anthony Hamilton <br>Roberta Flack <br>Average White Band <br>Blue Magic <br>Bell Biv DeVoe <br>TLC <br>En Vogue <br>Sade <br>Babyface <br>LL Cool J <br>Jodeci <br>Lionel Richie <br>Dee Dee Warwick</p>
<p>Rick James <br>Jay-Z <br>Janet Jackson <br>Diddy <br>Patti Labelle <br>Master P <br>Wu-Tang Clan <br>Luther “Skywalker” Campbell <br>Mary J. Blige <br>Dr. Dre <br>Run D.M.C. <br>Toni Braxton <br>Nas <br>Anita Baker <br>Al Green <br>New Edition <br>Bone Thugs-N-Harmony <br>Joe Simon <br>Big Daddy Kane <br>The Jones Girls <br>The Baltimore Royal Theater </p>
<p>Dee Dee Sharp <br>Deniece Williams <br>The Stubbs Girls <br>Patti Labelle & The Blue Belles <br>The Dells <br>George Benson <br>Chaka Khan <br>SWV <br>Xscape <br>Clive Davis <br>Brook Benton <br>The Isley Brothers <br>Peabo Bryson <br>Dick Clark <br>James Gadson <br>Jackson 5 <br>Jae “The Gospelkidd” <br>Gladys Knight <br>Robert Brown <br>Russell Thompkins Jr. <br>Jerry Blavat</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68346442021-12-08T23:20:16-05:002022-05-24T09:35:27-04:00DJ Paul Addresses Verzuz Dustup With Bone Thugs<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/dfba874dae9e95a79fe342305d5d972fa83ea8ed/original/dj-paul-verzuz.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p><a contents="Three 6 Mafia" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.complex.com/music/juicy-j-three-6-mafia-drugs-podcast">Three 6 Mafia</a> and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony recently squared off in the latest edition of <a contents="Verzuz" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/a-troubling-verzuz">Verzuz</a> battles on December 2nd, and the moment it seems like everyone is still talking about is the on-stage scuffle between Bizzy Bone and basically all of Three 6 Mafia. </p>
<p>Bizzy Bone got upset over what he perceived as Three 6 Mafia members mocking him during Bone Thugs performance. He eventually threw water bottles in the direction of Three 6 Mafia and a small brawl broke out. </p>
<p>Though the Verzuz continued after a small break without Bizzy Bone on stage, he eventually made his way back to the stage for an eventual apology to Three 6 Mafia and a squashing of the issue. </p>
<p>“The beef with us and Bone was just a big misunderstanding for 26 years. I respect Bone,” DJ Paul told Fox Soul’s “The Mix” talk show. He also stated, “I kinda knew [the fight] was coming. He kind of told us on social media when he was talking about how it was going to be.” </p>
<p>DJ Paul was then asked what would he change about the Verzuz matchup and stated, “Nothing. It was perfect. I love the way everything happened.”</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68328302021-12-07T12:07:04-05:002024-02-06T05:41:24-05:00Who Had the Top Song of The Year?<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/08168b8cbe1f011b97a0a56647d3d7908e8a1aac/original/article-57-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>As we get into December and move towards the end of 2021, many people tend to get into the “Who had the song of the year?” or the “Top songs of the year” debate. While many are prepping for a list or debate, it looks as though some outlets already have their list going. According to Rolling Stone, Time Magazine and TicTok, several artists are common names across the board. Cardi B., Doja Cat, Coi Leray, Olivia Rodrigo and Essence appear on many of these <a contents="lists" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/spotify-s-songs-of-the-summer-2021-list" target="_blank">lists</a> so far, for a number of reasons. </p>
<p>Of course, these lists may not be for everybody as a lot of Hip-Hop artists get left off and/or the lists aren’t even geared towards those listeners, but with the continued rise and influence of the culture, ignoring these artists is getting harder to do. TicTok has their Top 10 list (<em>posted below</em>) as does Time <a contents="(click here for list)" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://time.com/6125601/best-songs-2021/" target="_blank">(click here for list)</a>, while Rolling Stone <a contents="(click here for list)" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-lists/50-best-songs-of-2021-list-1260934/lil-nas-x-montero-call-me-by-your-name-2-1260942/" target="_blank">(click here for list)</a> sent out a Top 50 list. Regardless of who’s on any list, some people won’t recognize the song or artist, some would have a totally different list, while some people will agree. Lastly, some people will just want a new playlist of songs to listen to. Either way, music is still out there to enjoy!! </p>
<p><span style="color:#e67e22;"><strong>What are your top songs of the year? </strong></span></p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>TikTok's Top 10 Songs (U.S.) </strong></p>
<ol> <li>Popp Hunna: "Adderall (Corvette Corvette) </li> <li>LPB Poody: "Batman" </li> <li>Kayla Nicole feat. Taylor Girlz: "Bundles" </li> <li>Doja Cat feat. SZA: "Kiss Me More" </li> <li>Coi Leray: "TWINNEM" </li> <li>Cardi B: "Up" </li> <li>Erica Banks: "Buss It" </li> <li>Masked Wolf: "Astronaut In The Ocean" </li> <li>Playboi Carti: "Punk Monk" </li> <li>Olivia Rodrigo: "driver's license"</li>
</ol>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68282822021-12-02T17:36:03-05:002022-11-14T03:13:04-05:00Spotify's Most Streamed Artist In The US Is Drake, Bad Bunny Globally<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/6ead7e4a953fb70a7fd09032cbe5a6e8aeee3969/original/images-1-1.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: Bri Renee</p>
<p>Drake is the <a contents="most streamed " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.66206/title.drake-is-the-biggest-rapper-on-spotify-again#signup">most streamed </a>Spotify artist in the US and 4th most-streamed globally. <a contents="Drake" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/did-drizzy-and-ye-end-the-beef-3ef3fb94-e6be-4151-a640-ee4df900cd5d">Drake</a> surpassed Taylor Swift, Ye, Juice WRLD, and Bad Bunny for the number one spot in the US. Bad Bunny claimed the top spot globally, followed by Taylor Swift and BTS. Though Drake didn't have any individual songs break the top 5, Lil Nas X's "MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name) came in at number 2 and Doja Cat’s “Kiss Me More” ft. SZA came in at number 3 on the list of most-streamed songs globally. </p>
<p>Each year, Spotify unveils its Wrapped campaign, revealing the top streamed artists and podcasts in the US and globally. Eligible users can also look at their individual stats, including their most streamed song, most streamed artist, among other things. They can also share their 2021 Wrapped to TikTok. You can check out Spotify's full list <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://newsroom.spotify.com/2021-12-01/what-the-world-streamed-most-in-2021/">here</a>. </p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68272172021-12-01T19:27:52-05:002022-05-26T09:02:10-04:00The Weeknd Is Apple Music’s Global Artist Of 2021<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/65595be8f71fc77734102801f9fcb2a972cea73f/original/unnamed-1-2-e1593560403821.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>The Weeknd Is Apple Musics’s Global Artist Of 2021 </p>
<p>Canadian singer, <a contents="The Weeknd" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/the-weeknd-to-receive-humanitarian-award">The Weeknd</a>, is still adding accomplishments in 2021 after releasing his sixth studio album “After Hours” in 2020. </p>
<p>Apple has announced the winners of their 3rd annual Apple Music Awards, and The Weeknd won one of the biggest awards of the night. The Weeknd has been awarded Apple Music’s Global Artist of the Year. </p>
<p>“I’m so grateful for this huge honour and want to thank Apple for all it’s support, not only for my work but also for great music by newer artists, where it matters so much for creators to be found and supported,” he said in a statement. </p>
<p>“After Hours” was the most pre-ordered album of all time by a male artist, with over 1 million hits and still holds the record for the most streamed R&B/Soul album in its first week in 73 different countries. </p>
<p>The 3rd annual Apple Music Awards are set to air on December 7th on <a contents="Apple Music" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://appleinsider.com/articles/21/11/30/apple-music-announces-its-most-streamed-songs-of-2021">Apple Music</a> and Apple TV.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68259112021-11-30T17:43:38-05:002022-08-03T05:06:58-04:00Ri-Ri Is a National Hero<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/bc0d40224c0033d12ea60ba88ebe8637e799ea1e/original/article-56-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>No more British rule for Barbados. The Caribbean Island country finally <a contents="removed Queen Elizabeth" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2021/11/30/barbados-republic-rihanna-national-hero/" target="_blank">removed Queen Elizabeth</a> thus removing the rule of Britain and elected Governor General Sandra Mason as president. After severing ties, one of the first things the country did was honor their native daughter, Robyn Rihanna Fenty. On Monday, Ri-Ri was named “National Hero” by her country during its first ever presidential inauguration ceremony, marking a new era for Barbados. Ms. Fenty has been an ambassador of youth and culture for the island since 2018, with many Barbadians celebrating “Rihanna Day” on February 22nd. </p>
<p>Prime Minister Mia Mottley <a contents="stated" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/mqtOmJ0s5OA" target="_blank">stated</a>, <em>“On behalf of a grateful nation, but an even prouder people, we therefore present to you the designee for national hero for Barbados, Ambassador Robyn Rihanna Fenty. “May you continue to shine like a diamond and bring honor to your nation by your works, by your actions.”</em> Rihanna’s National Hero honor is the first since it was given to Garfield St. Aubrun Sobers, a former cricket player, in 1998. While many fans have applauded this new honor for the artist and celebrate the new Britain <a contents="free" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/2pac-wake-me-when-i-m-free" target="_blank">free</a> Barbados, many still are waiting for new music. Ri-Ri last released <em>ANTI</em>, 5 years ago. Fans maybe shouldn’t hold their breath.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/9c54b32538b2a131a39196bce078fd839b4abed8/original/article-56b-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68183372021-11-23T09:00:00-05:002022-03-24T12:51:53-04:00Free Larry Hoover<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/0bdd12755324494644e80eacd437516b3e10e610/original/article-55-pic.png/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>A week after rumors of <a contents="Drake and Kanye" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/did-drizzy-and-ye-end-the-beef-3ef3fb94-e6be-4151-a640-ee4df900cd5d" target="_blank">Drake and Kanye</a> possibly squashing their beef, then finding out they actually did “squash” said beef, reports are coming out that a <a contents="concert" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopwired.com/1067152/kanye-west-drake-announce-benefit-concert-for-larry-hoover-in-december/" target="_blank">concert</a> is coming. The actual concert, first heard of through that awkward video of Ye and J. Prince a couple of weeks ago, is actually happening next month. Ye and Drizzy are set to perform December 9th in Los Angeles, CA at the LA Coliseum as a part of <span style="color:#e67e22;"><strong>The Free Larry Hoover Benefit Concert</strong></span>. Drizzy <a contents="posted" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CWkZvRcr7Kv/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=265aec1b-781b-4fe9-bce0-53d04be9c3a8" target="_blank">posted</a> about the event on his IG page with a picture of Larry Hoover in the background. </p>
<p>J. Prince and Larry Hoover Jr. shared a statement on the event, <em>“Bringing these two great artists together for the culture and the cause of prison reform has been an honor. Through my work with Larry Hoover and his family, I've really had my eyes opened to the plight of incarcerated people in this country, and I hope fans of Ye and Drake will take the time to do the same.”</em> Said J. Prince. </p>
<p>Hoover Jr. states, “With Ye, Drake, and J. Prince united to advocate for my father's release, we can take our plea for redemption worldwide and show that we are truly stronger together. On behalf of any and everyone with a love one wrongly or unjustly incarcerated...FREE MY FATHER!” </p>
<p>It’s not confirmed if more artists will be performing with the two huge artists or not. More to come on this benefit concert.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68187002021-11-22T19:25:00-05:002021-12-19T10:23:55-05:00Freddie Gibbs goes at Nas.<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/1adf8bee9eb01c94f414622e74acc8e31c18053c/original/img-1769.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_medium" alt="" /></p>
<p>Freddie Gibbs has a bone to pick with Hip Hop Royalty, Nas. As many may remember, Nas and Gibbs recently competed for "Rap album of the year" at The Grammy's earlier this year. <a contents="Nas" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/nas-is-bringing-us-50-years-of-hip-hop">Nas</a> ultimately ended up taking home the Grammy honors. That seems to be where Freddie Gibbs gripe has come from.</p>
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<p>Gibbs spoke deeper to the topic on podcast with Willie D and Scarface. "I have a real competitive spirit against Nas right now. He's the measuring stick, he's a legend, but that ***** still wanna rap and ****." He continued "He still competes with me in categories and ****. Never no disrespect to him, he's the God but he still <a contents="raps" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://people.com/parents/blue-ivy-carter-recite-dad-jay-z-rap-lyrics-hall-of-fame-induction/">raps</a> so... he's still in the way."</p>
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<p>We don't yet know how far Freddie Gibbs is ready to take it with Nas. For that matter we don't know if that's even a wise decision, but it's not surprising. Earlier this year Gibbs took shots at Kendrick Lamar in a verse. Here's to hoping that everything stays "on wax" and maybe Nas will have a few things to say back to Freddie Gibbs.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68159262021-11-19T21:03:53-05:002022-05-13T03:15:03-04:00'A Troubling Verzuz'<p><span style="color:#d35400;"><em><strong><span class="font_large">'A Troubling Verzuz'</span></strong></em></span></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/2c7f3c2d7ad03b2b869a9b4a3ea8a4f5578b551e/original/c0509ff0-48e6-11ec-b5db-61ddad5004fe-800-420.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
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<p>By: <em><a contents="Thugelina Jolie" data-link-label="Bri Renee and Thugelina Jolie" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee-and-thugelina-jolie" target="_blank"><span style="color:#d35400;">Thugelina Jolie</span></a><span style="color:#d35400;"> </span></em></p>
<p>The <em><strong><a contents="Verzuz" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://g.co/kgs/Dj2ciw" target="_blank"><span style="color:#8e44ad;">Verzuz</span></a><span style="color:#8e44ad;"> </span></strong></em>battles (Started on IG Live with <em>Swizz Beatz and Timbaland </em>last year) had another one to throw in the can, I mean in the books. The Queens <strong><em><a contents="Chaka Khan vs. Stephanie Mills" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://meaww.com/chaka-khan-verzuz-stephanie-mills-who-will-win-fan-reactions-chaka-drunk-high-553834" target="_blank">Chaka Khan vs. Stephanie Mills</a>.</em></strong> What some of us were hoping to have a good ole R&B time with these 2 Legends…it did not pan out that way unfortunately. </p>
<p>First issue, The time of the show was changed only HOURS before the show. Next issue, once the show started the IG live feed had major hiccups. But luckily they had a YouTube stream backup that was of quality. Lastly, the ladies came out LATE! Even though the time had been moved to an hour later. Both Women look beautiful, both rocking black and heels! (In which <em>Chaka</em> needed some assistance with). <em>Chaka</em> did look a little bit dazed and confused. Dare say… DRUNK maybe. </p>
<p><em>Stephanie </em>was posed and pull together, could be from her skilled training from being on Broadway earlier in her career. </p>
<p>Someone on Twitter made a good observation of last night event. ‘<em>Ms. Stephanie Mills was wearing 2 hats, and that’s performer and caregiver.’</em> Couldn’t have put it into better terms. <em>Chaka</em> didn’t know her lyrics half the time, <em>Ms. Mills</em> had to help her out. She let her daughter sing ‘<em>Sweet Thing’ </em>by the time they got to their last songs ‘<em>Home</em>’ and <em>‘I’m Every Woman’</em>. <em>Chaka Khan </em>was over it and not really finishing the song she had left the stage and said into the microphone “Fuck this shit” as she handed the mic back. </p>
<p>This one was hard to watch being a fan and concern for Queen <em>Chaka</em>, but her sobriety took a hit brought to you in part by <em>Cîroc</em> and maybe weed. With this many mishaps do believe that <em>Verzuz</em> has ran its course and it’s time to move along.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68147292021-11-18T20:54:19-05:002022-01-26T15:43:02-05:00Tidal Introduces Revamped Payment Tiers And Direct Payouts For Artists<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/d8a5cbac6f2ea6db60d0fdd965a42ee13e0fe856/original/nexus2cee-tidal-hero.png/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee" data-link-label="Bri Renee and Thugelina Jolie" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee-and-thugelina-jolie">Bri Renee</a></p>
<p>For the first time ever, Tidal has revamped their <a contents="payment tiers" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://variety.com/2021/digital/news/tidal-direct-to-artist-payments-royalties-1235114674/">payment tiers</a> to include a free option. The rebrand was officially announced on Wednesday, November 17th via a tweet stated, "We’re working to create a place that is better for artists and their fans. Because we love music. And the artists who create it. And the fans who crave it. Today we’re sharing progress on some new stuff: TIDAL Free, $10 HiFi, Direct Artist Payouts, and Fan-Centered Royalties.” </p>
<p>Members can now create an account and listen to the full Tidal catalog with "limited interruptions" at no cost. They have also added two additional tiers, <a contents="HiFi and HiFi Plus" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://allhiphop.com/news/tidal-introduces-free-tier-direct-to-artist-payouts/">HiFi and HiFi Plus</a>. Both of which include commercial-free and offline listening, as well as higher sound quality. HiFi Plus also offers direct to artist payments, where artists will receive a percentage of subscription fees for their listeners on this tier, replacing the current aggregated system. <a contents="Tidal" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/no-whitewashing-for-hov">Tidal</a> also uses Square, Cash App, and PayPal to payout artists, making it both a user and artist-centric app.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68119842021-11-16T19:45:28-05:002022-02-26T15:13:43-05:00Did Drizzy and Ye End the Beef?<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/37887f25c744fad061e5cbc3b0d90370284052c5/original/article-54-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Last week, in a very <a contents="awkward video" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CWCIAReluDo/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=361670f1-d1b5-4c23-9885-d67601483792" target="_blank">awkward video</a> posted to social by the Legend himself, J. Prince, Kanye can be seen standing next to him calling for an end to the beef with Drake. In the video Ye makes a plea for the two artists to come together to benefit Larry Hoover. Ye reads, <em>“This is Ye and J. Prince. I’m making this video to address an ongoing back-and-forth between myself and Drake. Both me and Drake have taken shots at each other and it’s time to put it to rest. I’m asking Drake on Dec. 7 to join me onstage as a special guest to share the two biggest albums of the year. Live in Los Angeles with the ultimate purpose being to free Larry Hoover. I believe this event will not only bring awareness to our cause, but prove to people everywhere how much more we can accomplish when we lay our pride to the side and come together.” </em></p>
<p>Fast forward to this week and there has been numerous reports on an alleged squashing of the beef last night in Toronto. J. Prince’s son, Jas Prince Jr., allegedly shared IG stories about being at Drake’s house and posted to social media, “Its bigger than rap.”. There has been no confirmation of a meeting at Drake’s house between him and Kanye. DJ Trauma, Dave Chappelle’s tour DJ, also shared a pic outside a house to his IG story with a caption about the reconciliation (shown in pic below). </p>
<p>Surely there is more to come on this rollercoaster <a contents="frenemies" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/drake-leaks-kanye-west-jam-feat-andre-3000-in-their-latest-game-of-cat-and-mouse" target="_blank">frenemies</a> relationship between arguably two of Hip-Hop’s biggest acts. Drake and Kanye have been back and forth for a while now, with the beef escalating again earlier this year. <a contents="Social media" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.hot97.com/hip-hop-news/hot-news/drake-kanye-west-reportedly-officially-squashed-beef-social-media-reacts/" target="_blank">Social media</a> is in a frenzy over the possible reunion. </p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/7b541c437d430caabbfd858627ce607c4bfd2921/original/article-54-ig-story-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68108072021-11-15T19:43:19-05:002023-12-10T11:58:22-05:00Meet The Wendy Williams Show's new guest host. <p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/4729d701b7239c0860a259846d378664e3b095db/original/a2791486-bd88-4248-b7b7-6256f970e580.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpeg" class="size_l justify_center border_medium" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="Amoré King" data-link-label="Amoré King" data-link-type="page" href="/amore-king">Amoré King</a></p>
<p>The Wendy Williams Show will have two famous rap guest host soon. Fat Joe and Remy ma of the rap family "Terror Squad" will be guest hosting the show for two days. On November 23rd and November 24th. The pair are just two of the latest of guest host for The Wendy Williams show. Wendy is out on medical leave currently.</p>
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<p>Wendy has been dealing with overproduction of her thyroid hormones. This is caused by <a contents="Graves disease" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.thyroid.org/graves-disease/">Graves disease</a>, that Wendy has been bravely battling for some time now. She did take to social media last week to give fans and supporters the latest update on things. "I'm a woman of a certain age and I know enough to listen to my doctors and will return to my purple chair as soon as we all agree I'm ready."</p>
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<p>Fat Joe and Remy Ma have a long history of collaboration and chemistry together. They released the album "Plato O Plamo in 2017 featuring production from 808 Ray, Cool & Dre, and more. Fat Joe is also no stranger to hosting duties as he is the former host of "The Fat Joe <a contents="Show" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/travis-scott-astroworld-hit-with-46-lawsuits-number-expected-to-rise">Show</a>" on Revolt TV. He also host a popular podcast on Instagram live affectionately called the "Joeprah Show". A play on award winning Host and actress Oprah Winfrey's name and interviewing savvy.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68074872021-11-12T19:00:00-05:002023-12-10T11:58:21-05:00An Evening with Silk Sonic<h2><strong><em><span style="color:#e67e22;">'An Evening with Silk Sonic'</span></em></strong></h2>
<p><strong><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/6967f5ebdf2788da0c4fdfb5d3cf0e563276bf35/original/silk-sonic-anderson-paak-bruno-mars.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></strong></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Thugelina Jolie&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee and Thugelina Jolie" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee-and-thugelina-jolie" target="_blank"><em><span style="color:#e67e22;">Thugelina Jolie </span></em></a></p>
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<p>After 8 Months! We finally have a debut album from <a contents="Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars &amp; Anderson . Paak)" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.silksonic.com/" target="_blank"><strong><em>Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars & Anderson . Paak)</em></strong></a> entitled ‘<em>An Evening with Silk Sonic</em>’. The Duo’s name was given from the Iconic Funk Legend <em>Boosty Collins</em>, who is also hosting the <em>9 Track</em> album. After the very Silky sounds of the intro, with a smooth transition into the Debut Single ‘<em>Leave the door open</em>’. Which dropped back in March, with an huge impact that took the country by storm, which made us want more. </p>
<p>A bit of a fumble with the 2nd single <em>‘Skate’ </em>didn’t quite take off, but the duo was able to make a strong recovery with their 3rd single <em>‘Smokin Out the window’ </em>The project has the streets saying this is a “No-Skip/No Miss” project. The Tone being set at the start with the Intro, let us know the storyline ahead of us. With a Great transition mid way with a Track Titled<em> ‘After last night’ into ‘Smokin out the window’.</em> FIRE EMOJI LOL </p>
<p>The evening with Silk Sonic is 70s sound of Funk/R&B/Disco, if that’s not your thing…you may wanna </p>
<p> skip over this one. But if you’re into different sounds and open to different music… this is the project. Make sure to pour up a drink, roll one and enjoy<strong> <em>‘<a contents="An evening with Silk Sonic’" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.nytimes.com/2021/11/12/arts/music/silk-sonic-bruno-mars.html">An evening with Silk Sonic’</a></em></strong></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68063042021-11-11T20:00:42-05:002022-01-21T09:24:11-05:00Travis Scott, AstroWorld Hit With 46 Lawsuits, Number Expected to Rise<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/14c88c1a0dd77b08476772cf255e72a8a21e7c57/original/3478.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri" data-link-label="Bri Renee and Thugelina Jolie" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee-and-thugelina-jolie">Bri</a> <a contents="Renee" data-link-label="Bri Renee and Thugelina Jolie" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee-and-thugelina-jolie">Renee</a>'</p>
<p>Following the tragic incident that occurred at <a contents="Astroworld" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.google.com/amp/s/theshaderoom.com/46-lawsuits-have-now-been-filed-against-travis-scott-other-astroworld-organizers-and-that-number-is-reportedly-expected-to-rise/amp/">Astroworld</a> Festival, Travis Scott and festival organizers are facing 46 lawsuits. This number is expected to rise, as concert attendees continue to file cases at Harris County District Court. Legal experts state that this is going to cost Scott, Live Nation and other organizers hundreds of millions of dollars. </p>
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<p>The <a contents="event" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.nytimes.com/2021/11/06/us/travis-scott-crowd-surge.amp.html">event</a>, held in Houston on November 6th, 2021, ended with 8 fatalities and dozens of people injured. During the concert, Scott could be heard encouraging the crowd to rage, though once he spotted an ambulance, he tried to calm them down. Scott has since offered to pay for funeral services for those that lost their lives, as well as counseling services for attendees.</p>
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<p>The incident is still under investigation, and Houston officials have vowed to provide an explanation of how this tragic event unfolded. </p>
<p> </p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68049092021-11-10T17:28:32-05:002021-11-10T17:28:32-05:00Money Man Getting Paid In New “Money”<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/af08d793f62a388cf6fd6ac76d3557249d3a3d27/original/money-man.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
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<p>Atlanta based rapper, Money Man, appears to be the first rapper to be compensated via bitcoin by his record label. </p>
<p>Money Man will allegedly be receiving his 7-figure advance from <a contents="EMPIRE" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://variety.com/2019/music/news/empire-distribution-nashville-office-hip-hop-country-old-town-road-1203321193/">EMPIRE</a> in Bitcoin via Cash App. He will be releasing a project “Blockchain”, which is scheduled for release on November 12th and is available for preorder right now. </p>
<p>Money Man recently bought himself out of his previous contract with <a contents="Cash Money Records" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/cash-money-was-unaware-of-jay-z-s-ha-remix">Cash Money Records</a>. “I bought myself out of that deal so I could get 100% of the profit. Really, I’m not a splurger like that. I could make $500,000 and whatever else comes in over that I’ll spend,” Money Man said in 2018.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68037792021-11-09T19:28:38-05:002021-11-09T19:31:35-05:00NAS Is Bringing Us 50 Years of Hip-Hop<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/bcddd1538ae77f18dd8db92f4dd08f61ae84888e/original/article-53-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>NAS has had his hands all over things in 2021, from hit <a contents="albums" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/king-s-disease-sequel" target="_blank">albums</a> to teaching a Masterclass to <a contents="multiple investments" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/ayo-queens-get-the-money-nas-potentially-could-net-100-m-from-2013-investment" target="_blank">multiple investments</a>. Now it seems like the Queensbridge MC is looking to tackle the podcast world. Announced today, NAS and journalist Minya Oh, better know as “Miss Info”, will be starting a new Spotify exclusive podcast titled the <a contents='“The Bridge: 50 Years of Hip Hop".&nbsp;' data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.okayplayer.com/music/nas-and-miss-info-to-co-host-new-podcast-on-the-rise-and-resilience-of-hip-hop.html" target="_blank">“The Bridge: 50 Years of Hip Hop". </a></p>
<p>NAS wrote on his IG account, “The celebration for @hiphop50 continues. Now on the other side of the interview table.” Miss Info also wrote, “I can’t wait for folks to hear it. Not just cuz we got legends in the building sharing so many gems…but because you’ll see a personal side of Nas, the one his friends and family know.” </p>
<p>The Bridge podcast will be presented in partnership with the NAS owned company, Mass Appeal, and feature a number of guests covering the influence and impact of Hip Hop over the last 50 years. Guests for the first season will include: Ice Cube, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Jungle and Mary J. Blige, to name a few. The Bridge debuts on Spotify <strong>Tuesday, November 16,</strong> with new episodes dropping each week. <a contents="Click here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/6zyunCpTKzMXmxq70yToRP?go=1&sp_cid=22110cf646de3a1118d82da0b9fc3621&utm_source=embed_player_p&utm_medium=desktop&nd=1" target="_blank">Click here</a> to listen to a trailer for the show.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/0641aa7ac7722a6186a2269b75d25eaf048e6996/original/article-53b-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/68029032021-11-08T20:15:00-05:002022-01-21T09:26:23-05:00Dame Dash eyeing "Paid in Full 2" in the wake of "Alpo" Martinez murder.<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/6d2b24663de243235ad14dbc7893ca153f83f65c/original/a256f350-28e9-49ed-b5f3-151dc1c2b26b.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_medium" alt="" /></p>
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<p>Damon "Dame" Dash has been writing a sequel to “Paid In Full,” the movie based on the lives of Harlem drug lords Alpo Martinez, Rich Porter and Azie Faison. October 31st 2021 Alpo was gunned down, reportedly leaving a party around 3am. For Damon this seems to bring things full circle. An opportunity to bring closure to the Paid in Full Franchise. In addition to closing the story out on the lives of the three notorious men.</p>
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<p>The movie "Paid in Full" grossed millions in theaters and went on to become cemented as a classic. Many fans have been asking for a sequel or prequel for years. While a prequel doesn't seem likely the close to the movie seems to be on the way. Now with the passing of Martin is appears Dash is ready to finish writing the movie and get it to the masses.</p>
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<p>Recently actor Mehki Phifer and rapper Cam'ron (portrayed Rich Porter and Alpo Martinez in the film) took to instagram to reflect. They spoke to the influence of Alpo on them as it pertains to the movie as well as looking back to their time on set of the film. Damon Dash stated “Paid In Full is a reflection of everything I’ve learned and I am really going to see it through now that there’s an ending”.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67965842021-11-02T20:04:41-04:002022-03-25T15:54:21-04:002Pac: Wake Me When I’m Free<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/6db664f935e388cb2ff6a79223626348db27e20a/original/article-52-pic-b.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>A touring exhibit all about the late great, Tupac Shakur, will open in 2022. Starting January 21, 2022, the <a contents="“Tupac Shakur: Wake Me When I’m Free”" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.wakemewhenimfree.com/" target="_blank">“Tupac Shakur: Wake Me When I’m Free”</a> exhibition will open in Los Angeles. It will tell a story of Pac’s life through his poems, various artifacts, contemporary art, music and other elements. After the initial launch in L.A. the exhibit will travel to multiple cities. </p>
<p>The <a contents="exhibit" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.nytimes.com/2021/11/02/arts/design/tupac-shakur-exhibition.html" target="_blank">exhibit</a> was named after a Tupac poem and the idea was a collaborative effort between Jeremy Hodges, founder of the firm Project Art Collective, Nwaka Onwusa, chief curator and vice president of curatorial affairs at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame along with Tupac’s Estate. It will have a major emphasis on art and activism. Hodges states, “We wanted to create a memorable experience that will inspire you to be better than when you walked in, all while leaving you with the knowledge that he was a true revolutionary spirit”. </p>
<p>The legendary 2Pac dropped his first album in 1991 after rocking with <a contents="Digital Underground" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/digital-underground-founder-shock-g-has-passed-at-57-years-old" target="_blank">Digital Underground</a>. He then went on to become one of the biggest stars in entertainment before being killed at the age of 26 in Las Vegas in 1996. One of the exhibit’s co-producers, Arron Saxe, states, “There will be notebooks, song lyrics, poetry and also everyday stuff like shopping lists, and phone numbers on pieces of paper. Humanizing him is a focus because he and a lot of these other figures are mythical, larger than life.”</p>
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<p> </p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67923592021-10-31T12:07:52-04:002022-04-24T10:47:19-04:00Alberto "Alpo" Martinez murdered in Harlem on Halloween morning.<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/6fc4d812515919895ce4af79f55a6204ec42130f/original/65982.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_medium" alt="" /></p>
<p>Alberto Geddis Martinez (June 8, 1966 - October 31, 2021), better known as Alpo or Alpo Martinez, was an a victim of a drive by shooting around 3AM Halloween morning. Alpo rose to notoriety as a major American drug dealer of Puerto Rican ancestry in Harlem, New York City.</p>
<p>At one point, looking at 14 counts of murder and the possibility of either the death penalty or life imprisonment without the possibility of parole, Martinez famously turned informant and testified against members of his organization. For his testimony against Wayne Perry (who received five consecutive life sentences without the possibility of parole) Martinez was sentenced to 35 years in prison</p>
<p>Rapper Cam'ron played Alpo (as the character Rico) in the movie "Paid in Full" and introduced Alpo to a new generation. Once freed from prison Alpo's popularity gradually began to increase. With appearances on vlogs and podcast Alpo was once again becoming a hot commodity. Many resented the popularity of a "rat" being glorified in Hip-Hop culture. Alpo was normally seen wearing a bulletproof vest. He did not have one on at the time of his shooting. At this time no one has been arrested for his death. Martinez was 55 years old</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67877932021-10-26T20:22:43-04:002021-11-01T06:02:45-04:00Drake – Til Death Do Us Part<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/a12b5f32b70125122ef4c7ea0849b0558867a5aa/original/article-51-pic.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Fresh off his birthday celebration(s) over the weekend, Drake is putting his money where his mouth is. As previously announced, Drake will be partnering with the Ultimate Rap League (URL) to bring fans <a contents=""Drake's Til Death Do Us Part"" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.ebony.com/entertainment/drake-partners-with-the-ultimate-rap-league-to-launch-rap-battle-event-til-death-do-us-part/" target="_blank">"Drake's Til Death Do Us Part"</a>. Drake will be continuing his birthday celebration by hosting the event this weekend. URL Co-founder, Troy Mitchell, also known as “Smack White”, expects this to be the biggest event in battle rap history. </p>
<p>In a press release, Smack White states, “Drake’s Til Death Do Us Part is not just a birthday celebration for our friend. It is a shifting of the culture and is going to be the biggest event ever witnessed in battle rap history, bigger even than Summer Madness 2.” Smack also added, “Drake isn’t just a casual battle rap fan and has been a <a contents="supporter behind the URL movement" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/drake-to-fund-url-rap-battle-championship" target="_blank">supporter behind the URL movement</a> for years. Over the last 20 months, he’s helped our brand grow by facilitating our partnership with Caffeine, which allows us to stream our premium content for free to our fanbase.” </p>
<p>Drizzy personally selected the matchups also dropped a <a contents="promotional video" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CU1D-Edh-Z_/" target="_blank">promotional video</a> on his IG earlier this month (video can be found <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CU1D-Edh-Z_/" target="_blank">here</a>). Drake's Til Death Do Us Part airs live on URL's Caffeine channel, caf.tv/urltv, on Saturday, October 30th at 6 p.m. EDT / 3 p.m. PDT.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/35b20cc565685e3eb4e8aa7128f9ae602bb27805/original/article-51-lineup-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67807612021-10-19T16:05:00-04:002023-12-10T12:43:40-05:00Glockboy LA is applying more pressure. Don't Sleep.<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/940b936d699d92e02a434ec1658cf558f60d3fc9/original/img-1008.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_medium" alt="" /></p>
<p>Listen up and listen good. Some artists just look the part. From the fashion, to the image, to the cars, to the ladies that accompany them; Glockboy LA definitely falls into the category of artist that do, look the part. Before you ever hear a song from him, you probably see him and wonder if he raps. Wonder no more. Glockboy LA raps. In fact Glockboy LA raps with a high energy infectious flow that would make <a contents="Meek Mill" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.65292/title.meek-mill-hints-at-retirement#signup">Meek Mill</a> jealous.</p>
<p>Born in Brooklyn and Raised in Greenville, <a contents="North Carolina" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/ayzo-capone-has-what-it-takes-to-make-it">North Carolina</a> Glockboy gets a lot of love in the 252 (and all surrounding area codes too for that matter). Songs like "Uh Huh" "4 A.m. Wit A Steppa" show his consistency as well as his hit making ability. But it was the Regional smash "Slide" that initially catapulted Glockboy to the forefront of the who's who rap list in North Carolina. Inspired by that loss of his best friend Buckwild, Glockboy hit the studio like a man possessed to vent his frustrations. The Mike Dean produced "Mary Jane" Scarface sample rings off as Glockboy runs down the street code. A star was born.</p>
<p>Currently Glockboy LA is burning up the streets with a song called "Gloxk Talk" lines like "I'm that n**** they pay to be like. Everybody be biting my sauce. I was made for this life ...take something from me and I'm taking your life." The slick street talk is still on full display. With co-signs from artists like Stunna4Vegas and more its only a matter of time before Glockboy LA goes from being in the forefront of independent North Carolina artists to representing for North Carolina on a national scale.</p>
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<p>To keep up with the latest from Glockboy LA follow him on Instagram <a contents="@Glockboyla" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/glockboyla/">@Glockboyla</a></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67787992021-10-17T16:00:05-04:002023-12-10T12:44:27-05:00No Whitewashing For HOV<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/349a4b4e81f58442a6f3df314647983cf8784218/original/article-50.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>The new Jay-Z produced All Black Western, <a contents="The Harder They Fall" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.indiewire.com/2021/10/black-western-the-harder-they-fall-black-western-history-1234671796/" target="_blank">The Harder They Fall</a>, looks to add some color back to history’s whitewashing of that time period. Historical records estimate that about 1 in every 4 cowboys were black. When being interviewed by Entertainment Tonight’s Kevin Frazier, Hov states, “(Growing up), o<em>ne of the only things on public television was Westerns, every week, and we weren’t represented in those at all. In fact, our characters were taken from us. ‘The Lone Ranger’ was based on one of the characters from this film.”</em> It is widely believed that the Lone Ranger character was inspired by Bass Reeves, who was a lawman in real life. Reeves is played by Delroy Lindo in The Harder They Fall. </p>
<p>In a genre of movies and television shows that have been predominantly white, <a contents="Jay-Z" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/hov-hires-the-cannabis-industry-s-1st-black-ceo" target="_blank">Jay-Z</a> along with director, Jeymes Samuels, are working to give people a reality check. During a recent Q&A on the film, Samuels said, <em>“Black people in period pieces — we’re not subservient. ‘The Harder They Fall’ is not an alternative viewpoint of the West. It’s actually a realistic viewpoint of the West. What Hollywood was feeding us for all of those years wasn’t an alternative viewpoint of the West — it was just a lie.” </em></p>
<p><strong>The Harder They Fall </strong>stars: Idris Elba, Jonathan Majors, Regina King and LaKeith Stanfield. The movie will have a limited release on October 22 before being released on Netflix November 3rd. </p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67670422021-10-05T17:01:34-04:002023-12-10T12:43:38-05:00Big Daddy Kane vs KRS-One<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/02e2d3579acccdc9064afb6689d6683ee085c297/original/article-49-b-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>It seems like Big Daddy Kane is finally getting what he’s wanted after all these years. On more than one occasion, the Brooklyn MC has mentioned that a battle with KRS-One is what he really wanted back in the day, but unfortunately that never happened. During a <a contents="2015 interview" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://ambrosiaforheads.com/2015/10/big-daddy-kane-says-krs-one-is-the-battle-he-really-wanted-he-reveals-why-it-never-happened-video/" target="_blank">2015 interview</a> with Ed Lover the two discussed Rakim being Kane’s biggest competition, but KRS was the person to battle. Kane stated, “It was the type of thing, where, in my mind, [KRS-One] was the battle I really wanted. ‘Cause see, Rakim is a great, great, incredible lyricist. Like, that brother’s rhyme-style is impeccable. But he’s not a battle rapper. So I already knew how that would go—’cause he’s not a battle rapper; KRS is a battle rapper.” </p>
<p>Now, thanks to <a contents="Verzuz" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/trillerverz" target="_blank">Verzuz</a>, Kane will kind of get his wish. The next Verzuz matchup is official and will be Big Daddy Kane vs KRS-ONE live from the Barclays Center in New York. The Verzuz TV IG account teased fans with silhouettes of the 2 legendary MCs several days ago asking fans to guess who the next artists would be. They made it official with a new <a contents="IG post" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CUptLHIAJcs/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank">IG post</a> today (10.05.21). </p>
<p>The battle makes sense and should get fans excited, especially old-school hip-hop fans. Kane and KRS both grew to fame around the same time and are considered top tier lyricists. During a Breakfast Club interview Kane even mentioned KRS as top 3 of their era. The pair share a long history considering the fact that their camps embarked on a battle back in the day, often referred to as “The Bridge Wars”. KRS-One had his Boogie Down Productions squad and Big Daddy Kane was a part of The Juice Crew. </p>
<p>Big Daddy Kane and KRS-One will square off <strong>Sunday, October 17, 2021</strong>.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/e4237720f9f4e987dfd346fd2e057c883339213a/original/article-49-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67650472021-10-03T17:24:00-04:002022-04-21T03:52:02-04:00Pusha T Promises Album of The Year<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/d3d59addd24c062204a213e6f2646e64f5c843c9/original/article-48-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
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<p>Pusha T has teased fans with reports of a new project for most of 2021, often bragging that its going to be album of year and that he’s rapping better now than ever before. Back in <a contents="March" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.64914/title.pusha-t-promises-hell-be-a-better-rapper-on-best-album-of-2021-than-daytona#" target="_blank">March</a>, the Virginia rapper stated during an interview, <em>“I’m going to have the best album that drops in 2021 for sure.”</em> Pop Smoke’s <em>Faith</em> album was released in July and on <em>Tell The Truth</em>, Push spit, <em>"Tyler got the album of the year, for now/But Pop about to drop, I see the platinum in the clouds/Now Push about to drop, so real trappers stick around."</em> </p>
<p>In response to a <a contents="tweet" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://twitter.com/PUSHA_T/status/1443573052013363208?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1443573052013363208%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fhiphopdx.com%2Fnews%2Fid.64914%2Ftitle.pusha-t-promises-hell-be-a-better-rapper-on-best-album-of-2021-than-daytona" target="_blank">tweet</a> about <em>“The Games We Play”</em>, a track from Pusha’s 2018 <em>Daytona</em> album, the rapper responded that he’s a better rapper now. He states, <em>“First of all, I was listening to this just a second ago… Secondly, I’m so much better now than I was then.” </em>Fans would argue that it could very well be true when they found out that King Push was back in the lab with longtime collaborators, the Neptunes. Pharrell and Chad can be seen in a <a contents="pic posted" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CUVHF1iFnvO/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=022fca51-e7fa-4a86-a969-ed499d300645" target="_blank">pic posted</a> to IG with their Virginia brother. </p>
<p>Are you and <a contents="Hip-Hop" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/hip-hop-flexing-on-billboard-s-top-paid-list" target="_blank">Hip-Hop</a> ready for new Pusha T music?</p>
<p> </p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67601602021-09-28T17:34:39-04:002022-04-13T08:30:41-04:00A Jack Harlow & Bryson Tiller Collab Project?<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/c2efcf83b2ccfebbb13015299a27985544fd7399/original/article-47-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />BY: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Louisville (KY) has never lacked for talent, but at times it seemed like the light never shined bright enough or long enough on the city. Over the last few years though, it seems like the light has been brighter. Louisville stars like Jack Harlow, <a contents="EST Gee" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/louisville-s-est-gee-releases-star-studded-bigger-than-life-or-death" target="_blank">EST Gee</a> and Bryson Tiller have blown to national fame shining more light on the music scene than has been seen in years (<em>if ever</em>). </p>
<p>With the success of his debut album, <em>That’s What They All Say</em>, Jack Harlow recently reflected on Tiller being an inspiration and a possible joint project from the two artists that was previously discussed. In a <a contents="Complex" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.complex.com/music/jack-harlow-bryson-tiller-joint-project/bryson-tiller-jack-harlow-joint-project" target="_blank">Complex</a> cover story on Harlow, the writer spoke with Tiller about the collab project that hasn’t happened yet. Tiller states, <em>“We never got around to doing it, just because I wasn’t in the right headspace, But I think now, if [he] and I linked up, it would be super dope. We definitely have to make something happen in the future.”</em> </p>
<p>The pair previously collaborated on 2019’s <em>“Thru the Night”</em> from Harlow’s Confetti mixtape and then again on <em>“Luv Is Dro”</em> from his debut album. The latter features another Louisville Legend, the late great, Static Major. Jack discusses his admiration for Tiller, stating, <em>“Bryson Tiller comes out. I’m in awe. I’m inspired. And I’m totally jealous. And I’m just like, ‘Oh my God, this guy got it.’”</em> </p>
<p>Sounds like the pair are up for the collab project now. Are you interested in a joint project from these two <a contents="Louisville artists" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/kr8vn8vs-records-indie-scene-powerhouse-label-on-the-rise" target="_blank">Louisville artists</a>?</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/90dc4360451d1d12b39cd99ca09ce3bcf0dcc8df/original/article-47b-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67572112021-09-25T09:00:00-04:002021-09-26T21:49:55-04:00Kr8vN8vs Records: Indie scene powerhouse label on the rise<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/44d56033a311de56555f0d4e1648ca2fc9d0695b/original/4.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_medium" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="Amoré King" data-link-label="Amoré King" data-link-type="page" href="/amore-king">Amoré King</a></p>
<p>A lot of dope music is coming out of Louisville Kentucky right now. From Commercial Rap, Trap, R&B and more. Rapper Rmllw2llz (pronounced Romell with two L's) can take the credit for a decent portion of that. Although he has a sizable catalogue of music of his own <a contents="Rmllw2llz" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/album-reviews-4acc892d-94d2-4c0a-a3b6-75ffc90d7588/posts/rmllw2llz-concerto-no-9-movement-ll">Rmllw2llz</a> also doubles of the C.E.O. of Kr8vN8vs Records. To that extent not only Rmll but his entire roster of eclectic artist are releasing quality music in droves.</p>
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<p>Kr8vN8vs Records is unquestionably a label to pay attention to. Accumulating powerful talent like infinity stones, it would be no surprise if the label had a meteoric rise to the top. Founded in 2017, Kr8vN8vs Records covers a wide array of genres. Hip Hop, R&B, <a contents="Pop" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.times-standard.com/2021/09/23/alternative-pop-artist-sings-about-loneliness/">Pop</a>, and even Alt. Rock. The label features talented artists like Furious Floyd (formerly Pronoun) Fiji Waters, and plenty more. Furious Floyd is known for his lyrical prowess as well as his political musings. Fiji Waters is an R&B powerhouse vocalist. Rmllw2llz is musically the professor X of the team. Leading with a quiet confidence and proven track record. Hovering over the tracks using mental manipulation to provide whatever is needed for any particular track to win. That's currently not even half of the label talent.</p>
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<p>Rmllw2llz is building his label empire one artist and one project at a time. Currently what Kr8vN8vs Records has on tap for the fans is a compilation project. Entitled "The N8vs Vol. 1", the very to the point compilation title sounds a lot like we'll be getting some high quality songs from the entire roster. The 1st single from the project is one that comes with some urgency. "Good Dope features yet another "N8vs" roster member, TrapKingKai as well as Rmllw2llz himself. Produced by D.R.U.G.S. Beats, the jittery high energy song sounds like a die hard rap fans twisted fantasy. Think prime Inspectah Deck (TrapKing) sparring with prime Jiggaman (Rmll) over production by Q-Tip. "Good Dope" should put everyone on notice that The N8vs are here, while building the anticipation for the compilation's release on October 1st 2021. Rmllw2llz is simultaneously putting everyone on notice as well. The label, Kr8vN8vs Records is also here and has plans of being a staple on the indie music scene nationwide. It's time to get familiar.</p>
<p>Follow Rmllw2llz on <a contents="Spotify" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/2YpRXShXsjSr3Plmb2Fngy?autoplay=true">Spotify</a> and follow Kr8vN8vs Records on Instagram <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/kr8vn8vsrecords/">here</a>.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="JVhYrxLUAHA" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/JVhYrxLUAHA/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/JVhYrxLUAHA?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67557402021-09-24T09:00:00-04:002022-01-20T11:28:33-05:00Young Block Went to Miami; Next Stop May Be The Moon.<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/c3f20d3234a2d71bbe0bca9fcd65f37c444401b7/original/young-block2.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_medium" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">BY: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Louisville, KY’s own Young Block went to Miami and zoned out recently, but we’ll get back to this later. He started rapping at 16 and then started taking rap serious about 2 or 3 years ago. Things really got popping for Block after he did a freestyle to 2Pac’s Pain and it went viral, hitting about 50k in the first few days. Young Block says his rap style is in what he calls the “Grey Area”. According to Block this means that he can walk the line between today’s new school melodic flow and the old school soul style of rap. In Block’s own words, “I can really spit!”, and its evident on his last full project, <a contents="No Debate" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/album-reviews-4acc892d-94d2-4c0a-a3b6-75ffc90d7588/posts/election-season-is-over-so-there-s-no-debate" target="_blank"><em>No Debate</em></a>. </p>
<p>This brings us back to Miami. Young Block’s new single, <a contents="Miami Me" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/9Yy8eK8Y6Nk" target="_blank"><span style="color:#e67e22;"><em>Miami Me</em></span></a>, was inspired by a promo trip that him and his family was planning to take out to M.I. Yayo. Block wrote the track while in the friendly skies on the plane and then later recorded it while there. If the song was recorded in Miami, then it only makes sense for the video to be shot there too. Young Block and his people shot the video while cruising the streets of Miami and basically used the scenery as their backdrop, getting in different scenes everywhere they went. Fast paced visuals with women, money, cars, and a little Grand Theft Auto theme popping up, makes for a dope video. </p>
<p>Young Block displays an ability to switch up his style allowing him to feast on various beats as evident on his last project. So, think of Miami Me as an appetizer to his new project, Student of the Game, slated to come out mid to end of October. Young Block intends to take his inspiration from Miami Me and bring that to the new project. He wants to created a musical biopic that includes videos to each track. Young Block is surely someone to keep an eye on. Watch and listen to <span style="color:#e67e22;">Miami Me</span> <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/9Yy8eK8Y6Nk" target="_blank">here</a> and Follow Young Block on all platforms <a contents="@youngblockmusic" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@youngblockmusic?" target="_blank">@youngblockmusic</a>.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/73a94d54e0402ffeff1e7d5df647a8a8e66170d3/original/young-block.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67530172021-09-21T13:00:27-04:002021-09-21T13:15:05-04:00Nelly Set to Receive The 2021 “I AM Hip Hop Award”<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/c5cfce415f6be25bea7b876ab5192989e59175a0/original/article-46-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Mr. Country Grammar himself, <a contents="Nelly" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/awards/9632873/nelly-to-receive-i-am-hip-hop-award-at-2021-bet-hip-hop-awards" target="_blank">Nelly</a>, is set to receive BET’s “I Am Hip Hop” Award this year. The BET Hip Hop Awards will be celebrating Nelly for his contributions to music and his overall impact to the culture. The St. Louis rapper has sold over 21 million records, reportedly making him the 4th highest selling rap artist in the country. He has 3 number 1 albums according to the Billboard 200 (Country Grammar, Nellyville and Suit). He also has 4 number 1 hits on Billboards HOT 100 (Hot in Herre, Dilemma, Shake Ya Tailfeather and Grillz). </p>
<p>The rapper states, “I am honored to receive this award and humbled to be in such great company of past artists who have received this award,” Nelly said in a statement. “I have been blessed to work with some incredible people in my career, making 22 years go by in the blink of an eye. This award isn’t just about Nelly; it is about my fans, BET, and the people that continue to support me and allow me to do what I love to do.” </p>
<p>Last year, Master P. took home the <a contents="award" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/an-award-fitting-for-a-queen" target="_blank">award</a>. Previous other winners include: LL Cool J, Ice Cube, MC Lyte, Scarface, Snoop Dogg, Lil Wayne, Uncle Luke and Lil’ Kim. The 2021 BET Hip Hop Awards is scheduled to air on Tuesday, October 5th on BET.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/c69c4ab6c905d93df862dcfa436bea4328622db9/original/article-46-b-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67514212021-09-19T21:04:43-04:002021-09-20T13:06:38-04:00Claims of Karen Civil Finessing People Gets Social Media Buzzing <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/1220cd838ecf37ee0f2594335b2279595499c8e1/original/article-45-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Social media has been set a blaze since yesterday over allegations that <a contents="Karen Civil" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://thegrio.com/2021/09/19/karen-civil-client-controversy/" target="_blank">Karen Civil</a> has been finessing people out of their money for years. Civil, a media marketing strategist, who has worked with a number of artists in the industry, has been called out over the last 24 hrs. by Joyner Lucas, Cam’ron and now Meek Mill. It all seem to have started after Civil lost her defamation <a contents="lawsuit" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/kanye-files-suit-against-walmart-for-yeezy-knockoffs" target="_blank">lawsuit</a> against comedian/musician and former friend, Jessie Woo. Woo alleges that Karen Civil extorted money from her, stole her podcast idea and then threatened her on social media. </p>
<p>Joyner Lucas went to social media addressing his beef with Civil. Lucas claims to have paid $60k for services that were never rendered. He alleges that she was paid and then stopped answering his calls. The Massachusetts rapper states, “I was desperate for help and you knew that. After you was paid you went ghost and didn’t expect me to pop. Here I am,” he wrote in a tweet with an attached 2015 memo. “After you got the money paid up front, you stopped answering my calls & every time I hit you, you answered the phone with a attitude like I was messing up your day. I sent you hella messages pleading with you to do your job becuz my back was against the wall. You took advantage.” </p>
<p>Lucas also <a contents="tweeted" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://twitter.com/JoynerLucas/status/1439257085150179328?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1439257085150179328%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.complex.com%2Fmusic%2Fkaren-civil-joyner-lucas-claim-stole-60-thousand-dollars-from-him%2F" target="_blank">tweeted</a>, “Smh I was broke and down on my last leg bruh, That 60k was literally my last effort to help me get on and you stole that from me when my son was born. The media protects you but wrong is wrong. At this time I had like 5k followers.” Things got heated in a Clubhouse conversation Saturday night regarding the situation when Jason Lee got in a Karen Civil room with claims that Karen hired someone to hack his gossip site, Hollywood Unlocked, and Karen actually admits to doing so. Her reason for doing so is because Lee didn’t take down a story that made her look bad. Several others were included in this Clubhouse room and could be heard going back and forth with Civil. </p>
<p>Cam’ron publicly called Civil out years ago. In 2016 he accused her of stealing money from an associate that ended up costing him money. <a contents="Killa Cam" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CT-s3BcP75X/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=e938cd8a-54a5-4cf7-9e3d-e95b4938b678" target="_blank">Killa Cam</a> reminded people of this by stating, “For those that don’t understand, I told people Karin civil been robbing people, they said I was lying,” he wrote in an Instagram caption. “Now she just lost a court case to another female, now they say Karin is foul. When I said it…I was hating.. she also robbed Joyner Lucas for the same exact amount she did my guy @darealdukedagod 60k.. what a co-winky-dink.” </p>
<p>On Sunday (09/19) Meek Mill jumped into the Karen Civil call out. Meek states, “Karen was my friend and turned on me for opportunity…start having the blogs posting negative about me on some conspiracy shit lol,” he wrote. “I forgive her but I definitely don’t wanna deal with y’all industry people that move like that! You should admit what you did to me too! People thought I was high just ranting…I’m not mad at her she’s a woman I’m over it…I’ll appreciate if she said something about that tho! We were real friends…I used to give her a lot of exclusive records for her website!” </p>
<p>Karen Civil continues to be vocal and is defending herself throughout all of this. She even <a contents="responded to Meek" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://twitter.com/KarenCivil/status/1439696121673048067?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1439696121673048067%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fhiphopdx.com%2Fnews%2Fid.64626%2Ftitle.meek-mill-joins-karen-civil-coup-you-should-admit-what-you-did-to-me-too" target="_blank">responded to Meek</a> after defending herself on Clubhouse yesterday. She stated, “@MeekMill You know damn well I ain’t have no site play you, I literally just supported your album and shown you nothing but cordialness and respect last few years when we seen each other.” More is sure to come out regarding all of these situations. Stay tuned.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67460512021-09-14T20:10:01-04:002021-12-07T14:10:32-05:00A New Boss at 16!<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/0a9a6f7274eb9c4a19d2552e51dc66762555bff0/original/article-44-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Rick Ross, whose real name is William Roberts II, is pushing black excellence and empowerment by being a BOSS, but it looks like he is also trying to pass this lifestyle on to the next generation. Rozay <a contents="gifted his son" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.revolt.tv/news/2021/9/14/22674057/rick-ross-gifts-son-wingstop-franchise-birthday" target="_blank">gifted his son</a>, William Roberts III., a Wingstop location for his 16th birthday today (09/14). On <a contents="IG Ross posted" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CTzXIjAFV_8/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=763e457a-0b06-4cd4-b4d5-c3daa962956d" target="_blank">IG Ross posted</a>, <em>“Everyone wish my son @mmgbigbank HAPPY 16th BIRTHDAY !!! Today he became the owner of his 1st @wingstop franchise. Your now officially a BOSS !!! Keep Going,”</em>. </p>
<p><a contents="Ross" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/joint-rick-ross-and-drake-album-could-be-in-the-works" target="_blank">Ross</a> opened his first Wingstop location in Memphis, TN, back in 2011. He now owns more than 25 locations and it’s been <a contents="reported" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://afrotech.com/rick-ross-gifts-son-william-roberts-wingstop" target="_blank">reported</a> from various sources that those locations pull in about $200k from sales each year. In 2014 it was reported that the Wingstop investments alone gave Rozay an estimated $7 million. If these numbers are valid, then it can go a long way to help build generational wealth, something that Ross often speaks about. Salute to Rozay and his son!</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67439922021-09-12T18:43:03-04:002022-05-31T01:51:34-04:00Pop Smoke’s Grave Violated<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/7202129bf00f265f29b4618ef39804535dfe34ac/original/article-43-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>In what has to be deemed a senseless and disrespectful act, the grave of rapper Pop Smoke, born Bashar Barakah Jackson, was found <a contents="vandalized" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://pagesix.com/2021/09/12/pop-smokes-brooklyn-grave-found-smashed-in-apparent-vandalism/">vandalized</a> yesterday. His headstone was found smashed and debris could be found all around his final resting place at Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn. Part of the mausoleum’s wall was smashed with flowers and discarded joints also found on the ground. It’s suspected that the vandals attempted to drag Pop Smoke’s casket out as drag marks can be found on the ground. Its unclear at the moment, if any other damage was done to the casket. </p>
<p>The short career of the 20-year-old Pop Smoke ended abruptly last year when he was shot and killed during a robbery attempt in Los Angeles. According to <a contents="TMZ" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.tmz.com/2021/09/11/pop-smoke-gravesite-crypt-mausoleum-vandalized-brooklyn-cemetery/">TMZ</a>, NYPD is reporting that the damage occurred sometime between 2:30pm on Friday and 2pm on Saturday. Police are still <a contents="investigating" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/nipsey-hussle-mural-defacing-allegedly-leads-to-man-s-death">investigating</a>, but have no suspects at this time. Caution tape is now around the area and the late rapper’s plaque has been replaced with a blank slab.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67410252021-09-09T09:53:26-04:002022-04-14T03:34:25-04:00AyZo Capone Has What It Takes To Make It<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/94156a29a0ad68b9bc5d28469b5058ccb12ff0fb/original/2608758aec03172b07f9c98eb7a2b418-0.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee</a></p>
<p>Hailing from the streets of Kinston, North Carolina, AyZo Capone has a unique sound that blends northern grit with the dynamics of southern rap. On his latest project, “13 Reasons Why 3: Recovery”, songs like “Moment” and “Love Is War” capture this sound, showcasing AyZo’s ability to pair his rhymes with sing-songy harmonies. The limited amount of features on the majority of his projects allows the listener to hone in on AyZo’s talent and truly see what he has to offer as an artist. </p>
<p>Capone has a way of infusing his heart and soul into his music through storytelling. You can feel the love and appreciation in “Keysha 2nd born”, a song dedicated to AyZo’s mother. You can tell that the songs are meant to give you a peek into AyZo’s life, highlighting both his struggles and his triumphs. </p>
<p>The growth from album to album is evident, and it is clear that AyZo has the drive and ambition needed to master his craft. His catalog is balanced and well-rounded, and you can tell it's coming from an artist with an abundance of talent and potential. AyZo is definitely worth keeping up with. Listen to the album <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://open.spotify.com/album/7z5daoPLZkUs4Dl5v4CUL6">here</a> and follow AyZo Capone on <a contents="Instagram" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/_u/ayzocapone">Instagram</a> to stay up to date on upcoming music and shows.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67389372021-09-07T16:46:34-04:002023-12-10T12:43:38-05:00Dr. Dre to Present Big Boy with His Hollywood Star<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/2eab624aac3e709b21047a685e026fd39dd62979/original/article-42-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Hip Hop’s legendary radio personality, <a contents="Big Boy" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://walkoffame.com/press_releases/bigboy/">Big Boy</a>, is set to receive a star on the <a contents="Hollywood Walk of Fame" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/hollywood-walk-of-fame-honor-nipsey-hussle-and-dj-khaled-with-their-own-stars-on-the-walk">Hollywood Walk of Fame</a> and will be presented this award by another LA legend, Dr. Dre. The pair have been friends for years so it makes sense for them to share this moment. Big Boy, real name, Kurt Alexander, has been involved with hip hop for nearly 30 years. He’s received numerous awards including Personality of the Year, Radio Music Awards and was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame back in 2015. Big Boy is considered the “Voice of L.A.” and is currently the host of Big Boy’s Neighborhood on iHeart’s Real 92.3. </p>
<p>In a news release, Producer of the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Ana Martinez stated, <em>“Big Boy is L.A.’s pride and joy and a hero to his listeners. We are thrilled to honor him on his special birthday and welcome him to our Walk of Fame family.”</em> The Walk of Fame ceremony is scheduled to take place tomorrow, September 8, which is also Big Boy’s 52nd birthday. The star is being dedicated at 6212 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Amoeba Music.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67359742021-09-04T14:37:02-04:002021-11-22T13:33:40-05:00Drake leaks Kanye West jam feat. Andre 3000. In their latest game of Cat and Mouse.<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/a9739c1e9bc469ba25e003677f6d17812ffa06a8/original/img-0079.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_thick" alt="" /></p>
<p>As many of you know Kanye West and Drake's "on again off again" frienemies beef is back on again. The latest installment in the beef is an interesting one. Drake has leaked a Kanye West song featuring none other than Andre 3000 himself. Andre 3000 gives a dazzling performance, as usual. Kanye though, takes aim squarely at Drake with lines like "Told Drake don't play with me on GD!" and "So if I hit you with 'WYD' I better hear 'Yes sir, I'm writing everything you need." The song is rumored to be entitled "Life of the Party"</p>
<p>In response to this song <a contents="Drake" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/drake-reveals-feature-artists-via-billboards-drops-nike-merch-ahead-of-certified-lover-boy-album-re">Drake</a> wrote his own disses. The Majority of the disses coming on the song "7AM On Bridle Path" with bars directed at Kanye like "It's been a lot of years since we seen you coming correct." and "Give that address to your driver, make it your destination. stead of just a post out of desperation." Music artists and fans alike are waiting to see where the beef goes next while also bordering on restlessness. As the beef wages on everyone seems anxious for a climax.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67340822021-09-02T13:36:11-04:002021-09-26T16:17:13-04:00Drake Reveals Feature Artists Via Billboards & Drops Nike Merch Ahead Of Certified Lover Boy Album Release<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/9e3b3a3088961463d91528f9d8de57ed08f98a9e/original/178666247-473457073860908-6360102480389743255-n.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee </a></p>
<p>Rapper <a contents="Drake" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/kanye-west-posts-and-deletes-drakes-address">Drake</a> is set to release his highly anticipated "Certified Lover Boy" album this Friday, September 3rd. He has collaborated with Nike and Giannis Antetokoumpo to create a series of floral Bike logo tees and more. The shirts will feature the phrase "I Need A Freak", with the word "Freak" and the Nike Swoosh in the pattern of the logo of Antetokoumpo. The bottom of the shirt will have the Certified Lover Boy logo in an arch. </p>
<p>This <a contents="announcement" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://allhiphop.com/news/drakes-certified-lover-boy-nike-merch-with-giannis-antetokoumpo-on-sale-soon/">announcement</a> comes following billboards that were put up in the cities of a handful of the artists to be featured on CLB. In Atlanta, a billboard stated “Slime, Pluto, Savage, and Baby” would all be on the upcoming album, as well as one in Chicago promising a Lil Durk feature. There were also billboards put up in Memphis confirming Project Pat and Yerba, and in California, confirming Ty Dolla Sign and Given. Others include Houston and Lagos, Nigeria. The most <a contents="cryptic" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.google.com/amp/s/pitchfork.com/news/drake-reveals-certified-lover-boy-features-on-billboards-young-thug-future-21-savage-more/amp/">cryptic</a> one being in New York, simply stating, “Hey New York the GOAT is on CLB.” Fans have speculated that this is proof that Jay-Z may also be featured on the album. </p>
<p>Fans are also excited about the merch, but where and when they will be available for purchase has not been announced.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67325052021-08-31T21:21:52-04:002021-09-08T13:42:33-04:00DaBaby Meets with HIV Groups<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/ddf16662ff826a44f4c7a5c09175ff90bb157f61/original/article-41-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence" style="">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>It looks like rapper, <a contents="DaBaby" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://variety.com/2021/music/news/dababy-hiv-awareness-organizations-apologizes-1235052922/">DaBaby</a>, whose real name is Jonathan Kirk, could be on his way to “forgiveness” by some. Fresh off his Boosie Bash performance over the weekend, DaBaby met with black leaders from various HIV organizations. Reports on the meeting that occurred today (08/31) are all emphasizing the point that the rapper met with nine HIV organizations. The HIV awareness groups had leaders from GLAAD, Black AIDS Institute, Gilead Sciences COMPASS Initiative Coordinating Centers, The Normal Anomaly Initiative, Positive Women’s Network-USA, Prevention Access Campaign (U=U), the Southern AIDS Coalition, National Minority AIDS Council (NMAC) and Transinclusive Group. </p>
<p>The group released a statement regarding the meeting. "During our meeting, DaBaby was genuinely engaged, apologized for the inaccurate and hurtful comments he made about people living with HIV, and received our personal stories and the truth about HIV and its impact on Black and LGBTQ communities with deep respect," the organizations stated in a joint statement. "We appreciate that he openly and eagerly participated in this forum of Black people living with HIV, which provided him an opportunity to learn and to receive accurate information." </p>
<p>The meeting is a follow up to an open letter sent on August 4th by the organizations to the rapper. The letter was in response to controversial comments made by DaBaby during his Rolling Loud performance. These comments lead to the rapper being removed from a number of concert performances and ending his collaboration with the clothing line <a contents="BooHooMan" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/dababy-launches-limited-edition-clothing-collection-with-boohooman">BooHooMan</a>. Group leaders say DaBaby was very <a contents="apologetic" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.cnn.com/2021/08/02/entertainment/dababy-apology/index.html">apologetic</a> and had a sincere willingness to learn.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67302902021-08-29T13:32:27-04:002023-04-20T08:49:39-04:00DONDA Now Streaming<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/1638408e5d2d5728acf691317d50f09db1d8d7a5/original/article-40b-pic.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Kanye West finally released <em>DONDA</em> today to streaming services, fans and people just curious about the enigmatic artist. His latest album release comes after about a month of <em>DONDA</em> <a contents="speculations" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/could-new-yeezy-music-be-coming-soon">speculations</a>, including multiple stadium filled listening parties, release dates that have come and gone and a <a contents="reignited beef" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/kanye-west-posts-and-deletes-drakes-address">reignited beef</a> with Drake. Ye’s <em>The Life of Pablo</em> was continually updated and edited after its initial release and it already appears to be the same with <em>DONDA</em>. This morning the project released with 26 tracks, but was later updated to 27 tracks when “Jail pt. 2” was added. It appears that this track was and might be still held up due to clearance issues, allegedly from the DaBaby’s management as noted from an <a contents="IG post" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CTJePC7s9D3/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=de18a8f9-082d-45c9-b042-f15bb7ea9bdf">IG post</a> by Ye showing a conversation between him and his own manager, Abou “Bu” Thiam. </p>
<p><a contents="DONDA" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/kanye-west-donda-streaming-services-1218346/"><em>DONDA</em></a>, is named after Mr. West’s late mother and is his follow up project to 2019’s Jesus Is King album. Kanye’s first couple of listening parties for the project were in Atlanta at the <a contents="Mercedes-Benz Stadium" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.etonline.com/kanye-west-shows-off-his-living-quarters-while-finishing-donda-album-at-atlanta-stadium-pic-169577">Mercedes-Benz Stadium</a>, where he allegedly was even living while finishing up the album. His latest listening event was in his hometown of Chicago at Soldier Field. According the project information, <em>DONDA</em> has features from HOV, The Weeknd, Jay Electronica, Young Thug, Travis Scott, Lil Baby, Fivio Foreign and Kid Cudi, The LOX, Pop Smoke and Pusha T among others. It’s now available on TIDAL, Apple Music, Spotify.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67260452021-08-24T18:26:42-04:002022-01-20T09:25:34-05:00Spotify’s “Songs of The Summer” 2021 List<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/948d241cce1935c43dba5062620757b4f8b6e470/original/article-39b-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Streaming continues to be the king in music. Today Spotify released its <a contents="2021 Songs of the Summer List" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphop-n-more.com/2021/08/spotify-releases-songs-of-the-summer-2021-list/">2021 Songs of the Summer List</a>, and while everyone knows <a contents="Hip-Hop" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/hip-hop-celebration-day">Hip-Hop</a> is one of the most popular genres of music, this global version of the list is full of the “old school” pop genre of music. The #1 song of the summer according to Spotify is “Good 4 U” by Olivia Rodrigo. Rounding out the Top 5 songs are: “Beggin’” by Måneskin at #2, “Todo De Ti” by Rauw Alejandro at #3, “MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name)” by Lil Nas X at #4 and “Kiss Me More (feat. SZA)” by Doja Cat at #5. Globally, the only major Hip-Hop artist to break into the Top 20 was DaBaby, but that was courtesy of his feature on Dua Lipa’s “Levitating”. </p>
<p>The <a contents="Top 20" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.rapbasement.com/featured/spotify-unveils-songs-of-the-summer-2021-list.html">Top 20</a> list for Spotify’s Songs of The Summer look a little different on the U.S. side of things, but Olivia Rodrigo still holds the #1 spot. “Good 4 U”, since its release has done insane numbers by being added to more than 18M playlists. She also dominates the list with 7 more songs on the Top 20 most streamed list. If we get back to Hip-Hop, “RAPSTAR” by Polo G lands at the #6 spot on the list and “Wants and Needs” by Drake featuring Lil Baby hits the #11 spot. These are Spotify’s most streamed songs of the summer Globally and in the U.S. (based on streams from May 29–August 22, 2021). They say numbers don’t lie; you be the judge. </p>
<p><strong>Spotify’s Top 20 Most Streamed Songs of the Summer (U.S.) </strong></p>
<ol> <li>good 4 u by Olivia Rodrigo </li> <li>Kiss Me More (feat. SZA) by Doja Cat </li> <li>STAY (with Justin Bieber) by The Kid LAROI </li> <li>deja vu by Olivia Rodrigo </li> <li>traitor by Olivia Rodrigo </li> <li>RAPSTAR by Polo G </li> <li>Levitating (feat. DaBaby) by Dua Lipa </li> <li>MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name) by Lil Nas X </li> <li>Heat Waves by Glass Animals </li> <li>favorite crime by Olivia Rodrigo </li> <li>Wants and Needs (feat. Lil Baby) by Drake </li> <li>happier by Olivia Rodrigo </li> <li>Peaches (feat. Daniel Caesar & Giveon) by Justin Bieber </li> <li>drivers license by Olivia Rodrigo </li> <li>brutal by Olivia Rodrigo </li> <li>Need To Know by Doja Cat </li> <li>INDUSTRY BABY (feat. Jack Harlow) by Lil Nas X </li> <li>Yonaguni by Bad Bunny </li> <li>Beggin by Måneskin </li> <li>jealousy, jealousy by Olivia Rodrigo</li>
</ol>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/cdb5ad4094ec7bcccc4f8563990901d38ebb6a90/original/article-39-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67251922021-08-23T22:34:57-04:002021-09-12T20:48:55-04:00Kanye West Posts and Deletes Drakes Address<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/520dd09abef85c16a89cb89a088f6a253f3099a5/original/article-28-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>There’s been a new entry into the <a contents="Drake" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/drake-to-appear-on-upcoming-episode-of-popular-show-drink-champs">Drake</a> vs. <a contents="Kanye West" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/could-new-yeezy-music-be-coming-soon">Kanye West</a> saga today. </p>
<p>The latest subliminal back and forth between the two rap icons sparked off this past Saturday (August 21) when Drake name dropped Kanye on his verse on Tripe Redd’s “Betrayal”. </p>
<p>“All these fools I’m beefin’ that I barely know/Forty-five, forty-four, (Burned out), let it go/‘Ye ain’t changin’ shit for me, its set in stone.” The 6 God rapped in his verse. </p>
<p>Yeezy then took to Instagram and shared a screenshot of what looked to be a group chat including Drake. </p>
<p>“I live for this,” wrote Kanye. “I’ve been fucked with by nerd ass jock n-ggas like you my whole life. You will never recover. I promise you.” </p>
<p>Which brings us to today (August 23), when Kanye took back to Instagram and posted a screenshot of Drakes Toronto house number and street name, along with his location on the map. Kanye did delete the post, but not before all of his millions of followers took notice.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67240132021-08-22T15:50:00-04:002021-09-04T06:28:11-04:00A “One In A Million” Stream<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/d89bf1e64e680947b1c78920f57174958f40dfc1/original/article-38-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Aaliyah fans were thrilled on Friday (08/20) when they were finally able to stream the late R&B singer’s second studio album, <a contents="One In A Million" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.theverge.com/2021/8/21/22635598/aaliyah-music-20-years-streaming-one-in-a-million">One In A Million</a>. For two decades, Aaliyah’s catalog of music was not available to streaming platforms, but that has all changed. It <a contents="was announced" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-58113119">was announced</a> earlier this month that her music would be released. One In a Million is the first of five releases to hit streaming platforms this year. The delay has been seemingly due to pain, grief and family issues over who actually owns the rights to the music. </p>
<p>The late singer died in a plane crash in 2001 and since her death there has been an issue over her music. The issues seem to be famil y related as they’ve been between Aaliyah’s uncle, Barry Hankerson, who is a producer and founder of Blackground Records and her mother/manager, Diane Haughton, who is also Hankerson’s sister. This year, Barry Hankerson reportedly made a distribution deal to release the entire Blackground Records catalog starting this month. The catalog includes Aaliyah music, along with other artists like Timbaland and Toni <a contents="Braxton" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/tamar-braxton-august-alsina-dennis-rodman-more-cast-for-vh1-reboot-of-the-surreal-life">Braxton</a>. </p>
<p>Hankerson posted on his <a contents="Blackground Records IG page" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CS18X7cFgVB/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=56c29e04-8c81-4aeb-8cc5-40b2cbaa2756">Blackground Records IG page</a>, “<em>As the owner of Aaliyah’s catalog and label Blackground Records, I want to thank you all for allowing One In A Million to chart #3 in the world. I can not take the credit for managing Aaliyah as that was never a title I held. That title belonged to Diane Haughton and her husband who managed Aaliyah from the start of her career until her passing</em>.” </p>
<p>He also stated: <em>“Thank you to all of her many fans for keeping her music alive. I’m sorry it took so long, but when you lose a family member so unexpectedly, it takes time to deal with that type of grief. I decided to release Aaliyah’s music in order to keep her legacy alive.”</em></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67235592021-08-21T19:45:47-04:002021-09-02T12:46:13-04:00The Isley Brothers have blessed us with an epic Tiny Desk concert.<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/4c119494b03d46c3459816bf13defd4ccca8b569/original/img-2698.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_thick" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="Amoré King" data-link-label="Amoré King" data-link-type="page" href="/amore-king">Amoré King</a></p>
<p><a contents="The Isley Brothers" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/the-isley-brothers-and-earth-wind-fire-put-on-a-verzuz-masterclass">The Isley Brothers</a> have returned. This time coming off the heels of a classic VERZUZ battle against another legendary band, Earth Wind & Fire. Their next concert to conquer was none other than " NPR Tiny Desk" concerts. Known for live performances from the hottest soulful artists out. NPR's Tiny Desk may have outdone themselves this time. Ronald and Ernie dazzled as they ran through a medley of their biggest hits. They quickly reminded us of their iconic stature in the history of music.</p>
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<p>The Isley Brothers are an American musical group originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, that started as a vocal trio consisting of brothers O'Kelly Isley Jr., Rudolph Isley and <a contents="Ronald Isley" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.theroot.com/because-cat-daddies-put-the-hump-in-humpday-please-sit-1847509295">Ronald Isley</a> in the 1950s. They have certainly stood the test of time. Releasing music or performing timeless records that span around six (yes 6) plus decades. It's clear their music may very well outlast all of us.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67198382021-08-17T20:47:08-04:002023-12-10T11:58:57-05:00Hov Hires the Cannabis Industry’s 1st Black CEO<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/04bc1431bbefe529f20855ed94d059a322ab8f8a/original/article-37b-pic.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Jay-Z continues to push black excellence and even though this is a very small step considering the landscape of the business industry, this is a good 1st step. The Parent Company, to which Hov is <a contents="Chief Visionary Officer" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://cheddar.com/media/jay-z-becomes-chief-visionary-officer-for-biggest-cannabis-spac-ever">Chief Visionary Officer</a>, announced on Monday (08/16) that they’ve hired <a contents="Troy Datcher" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.complex.com/life/troy-datcher-ceo-parent-company-jay-z-cannabis-organization/">Troy Datcher</a> as their new CEO. What’s big about this move is that it makes Datcher the 1st Black CEO of a major cannabis company in the United States. The Parent Co., was named by Jay and also houses his cannabis company, Monogram, in its portfolio of brands. </p>
<p>Datcher stated, "I’m truly honored to be at the forefront of shaping the future of the cannabis industry with The Parent Company. This is a tremendously strong company that is poised for continued growth and we have a unique opportunity to disrupt a sector that has disproportionately impacted communities of color—including my own—for far too long. This is a chance to partner with cultural powerhouses like Jay-Z and Desiree Perez to rectify the wrongs of prohibition, eradicate antiquated laws and create a new cannabis infrastructure rooted in diversity, equity and justice for our communities. Together, we can shape a legal cannabis industry that is reflective of our entire culture in California and beyond.” </p>
<p>Datcher is slated to start his new role in September after spending 20 years at Clorox Co., most recently as Chief Customer Officer. He’s been featured on prominent lists, such as Ebony Power 100 and the most influential Black Leaders in corporate America. <a contents="Jay-Z" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/hov-nft">Jay-Z</a> and Datcher hope to bring more diversity to the cannabis industry with this move. Studies show that in the U.S., Blacks represent only 4.3% of cannabis business owners, while White owners make up about 81%. 5.7% are Hispanic and 2.4% are Asian. </p>
<p>Earlier this year, Hov <a contents="created a fund" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.complex.com/music/2021/01/jay-z-creates-fund-to-help-increase-minority-owned-cannabis-companies">created a fund</a> worth $10 million to invest in Black-owned Cannabis startups. He said, “We were the ones most negatively affected by the war on drugs, and America has turned around and created a business from it that’s worth billions. I wanted to do something in a real, concrete way, where I do my part.” The industry, just like many other facets in business, have a long way to go to level the playing field when it comes to diversity.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67188692021-08-16T21:25:42-04:002021-12-03T13:00:48-05:00Silento Indicted On Murder Charges<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/34e60091921fe59ff18e3aeee08f8c8769436dd7/original/silento.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By DJ Suspence</p>
<p> A <a contents="Georgia grand jury" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.cnn.com/2021/08/14/us/secoriea-turner-killing-indictments/index.html">Georgia grand jury</a> has indicted the “Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae) rapper, <a contents="Silento" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.tmz.com/2020/11/02/silento-body-cam-arrest-footage-143-mph-racial-profiling-trump/">Silento</a>, on murder charges. Including one count of malice murder and one count of felony murder. He was also charged with aggravated assault and gun possession during the commission of a felony. </p>
<p>Silento was arrested in February for allegedly murdering Frederick Rooks after an investigation into the man’s death. Rooks, who is also Silento’s cousin, was shot to death in the street on Jan. 21, and Silento was linked to the crime. He is currently still being held without bond.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67179082021-08-15T21:25:02-04:002023-12-10T11:56:27-05:00Snoop Dogg + Russell Simmons = Masterminds of Hip Hop<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/7e8506553c528178b81f86694999e2fd07aa1aa0/original/article-36-pic.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence" style="">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Mogul and co-founder of Def Jam, Russell Simmons, is teaming up with Snoop Dogg to help out the pioneers Hip-Hop. The pair have curated an NFT collection called the <a contents="Masterminds of Hip Hop" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://grungecake.com/russell-simmons-snoop-dogg-hip-hop-nft/articles/81021">Masterminds of Hip Hop</a>: An Exclusive NFT Collection. <em>“The idea is something I’ve had for the last couple years. Then over the last two months, this feeling that we should do something to compensate and to give credit to the original founding fathers of Hip Hop intensified. I felt more and more increasingly compelled to do something”</em>, states <a contents="Simmons" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CSboSJDHkuu/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=daa747fe-7ba0-4225-bb93-3b9eca8a82fb">Simmons</a>. </p>
<p>The focus of this collection is to give back to the pioneers of hip hop that helped pave the way for all of the success hip hop sees today. Russell goes on to state that he also wants to make a documentary and a book to help push the NFTs in order to make money for the founding fathers of hip hop. He states, <em>“some don’t even have bank accounts and we wouldn’t even be here without them. We’re standing on the shoulders of people who are struggling in many cases. This is why I wanted to do it.” </em></p>
<p>Snoop Dogg, who is currently <a contents="Def Jam Executive Creative &amp; Strategic Consultant" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/snoop-dogg-adds-another-milestone-to-legendary-career">Def Jam Executive Creative & Strategic Consultant</a>, was brought in to help curate. The pair have been in business together on a number of things and Simmons wanted him involved because the Dogg cares a lot about these things and is always looking to give back. He goes on to say, <em>“A lot of artists when they’re really young, sometimes they don’t care, and when they get older, most of the time they still don’t care. But Snoop was very, very in tune with giving back and that’s why he got involved. He’s going to do an NFT and everything, but it’s not about what he does, it’s his curation of it and his adding credibility to it that I’m incredibly grateful for.”</em> </p>
<p>A preview event for collection took place on Saturday (08/14) in New York City and the official sale is scheduled to start August 30. Masterminds of Hip Hop will feature unreleased artwork and recordings from a number of artists who had a part in shaping what the culture is today. Some of the artists include Public Enemy’s Chuck D, Big Daddy Kane, MC Lyte and Doug E. Fresh, just to name a few.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/aeaa07ab870e9a427935862b23b0846d529dfc1e/original/article-36b-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67154892021-08-13T13:08:04-04:002022-03-24T06:40:37-04:00Vice President Kamala Harris Asked To Free Rapper C-Murder From Prison By Boosie<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/c35b30ab2af5325e501d838f0569e9a14f9a1d54/original/gettyimages-479517322.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee</a></p>
<p>Rapper <a contents="Boosie" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://theshaderoom.com/boosie-asks-kamala-harris-to-help-free-c-murder-from-prison/">Boosie</a> took to social media, despite his current ban, to post a video requesting Vice President Kamala Harris do something to free incarcerated rapper <a contents="C-Murder " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/c-murder-says-sealed-documents-hold-key-to-his-freedom">C-Murder </a>from prison. In the video, Boosie states, "Aye I’m reaching out to the Vice President of the country, Ms. Camilla Harris. I’m reaching out because you seem to help black people when they been injustice wrong. So Kamala Harris, well I’m asking you to help my friend C-Murder.". </p>
<p>He goes on to say, "As president/vice president I feel like you and Biden can do something about it. This man is innocent. He’s completely innocent and he was convicted because of his rap name and the success of ‘No Limit Records.’ So this goes out to <a contents="Kamala Harris" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.63777/title.boosie-badazz-politely-asks-vice-president-kamala-harris-to-free-c-murder">Kamala Harris</a>, I need you to look into this man, and see this injustice and turn this around. This man got kids. It’s been almost 20 years of his life that has been taken away. So I’m reaching out to Vice President Kamala Harris to look into the C-Murder situation.” </p>
<p>This is not the first time a celebrity has used their platform to request C-Murder be freed. In recent years, the rapper's ex-girlfriend singer Monica, and Kim Kardashian have both voiced their support. The vice president has yet to respond.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67138242021-08-11T20:13:07-04:002022-04-28T02:07:34-04:00Lil Nas X Now Spotify’s Most Listened To Rapper<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/2498977aa01113be80e8a121f188ff5c9c5f5ac8/original/montero-4b7ce0698887de0895d0abc675de6057fd0c5520.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>Coming off the heels of releasing his latest single “Industry Baby”, featuring Louisville, KY rapper Jack Harlow, the “Old Town Road” rapper <a contents="Lil Nas X" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.vulture.com/2021/08/lil-nas-x-turned-down-a-role-on-euphoria.html">Lil Nas X</a> has just passed Charlotte, North Carolina native DaBaby as having the most monthly listeners on <a contents="Spotify" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.engadget.com/spotify-ios-app-will-support-airplay-2-171902087.html">Spotify</a>. </p>
<p>Lil Nas X now has 52,318,623 monthly listeners, while DaBaby has 51,749,552. </p>
<p>“Wow this is insane,” Lil Nas X said on Twitter. “This is the most i’ve ever had in my career. thank u to everybody listening.” </p>
<p>In other Lil Nas X news, his latest single “Industry Baby” has also exceeded 100 million Spotify streams on Tuesday (August 10th).</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67125192021-08-10T16:39:38-04:002021-09-17T06:50:24-04:00Is New Dr. Dre Music Finally Coming? <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/bbcde8d53411b25d7357abd3a13fa2331929f0d8/original/article-35b-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Over the last couple of weeks there has been a ton of Internet chatter over new music from none other than Hip Hop Legend Dr. <a contents="Dre" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/dj-yella-set-to-release-his-autobiography">Dre</a>. While we still don’t have any specific details on anything, that hasn’t stopped fans from pondering on what it could be. Are we finally, finally, getting Detox or a totally new project? </p>
<p>Today’s information just adds to recent uptick in new Dr. Dre music chatter. Diamond D, from the legendary Diggin’ In The Crates crew, <a contents="posted a new pic" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CSYItIlnLqM/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=b4653015-d26d-4cc7-a9e5-891b0dc15227">posted a new pic</a> on Instagram (IG) of the Good Dr. and himself in the studio. In the caption he tagged frequent Dre collaborator and West Coast alum, Xzibit, along with producer Focus. Diamond D’s post reads, “@drdre played about 2hrs of straight unreleased heat rocks for me and @xzibit today,” he wrote in the caption. “#ondeck shouts out to @focus3dots.” No one knows for sure if the pair cooked anything up together, but this adds fuel to the Dre new music fires. </p>
<p>This most recent Dre chatter lines up with information from <a contents="Grandmaster Flash" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.vibe.com/music/music-news/grandmaster-flash-dr-dre-new-album-1234624809/">Grandmaster Flash</a>, when he posted about new Dr. Dre music earlier this month. On August 1st, he posted on social media, “Here in LA doing the Disco Oasis with Nile Rogers tonite. I get a call from one of my heroes he invites me to the CRIB he takes me down to the STUDIO he played me a project that will change the game!! Totally incredible, we top off the day for 2hrs talkin about Music, Family Health and Life thanks for the Invite Dr Dre”. </p>
<p>Again, there have NOT been any confirmations on a <a contents="new Dr. Dre album" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/dr-dres-new-album-everything-we-know-news.136888.html">new Dr. Dre album</a> from Dre himself, but these recent rumblings have fans wanting more. Dre hasn’t dropped an album since 2015’s Compton and before that it was his 2001 album, which was released in 1999. Hopefully more to come on this topic, including an album sooner than later. Don’t hold your breath on Detox though. </p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/383204eb5d70effb9bd7f36bd388b51ec18e38a2/original/article-35-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67117932021-08-09T23:16:21-04:002021-09-10T13:37:32-04:00Tory Lanez Responds to Cassidy Diss<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/df34f047a5c6de616b8ce2783aff0562992c22e7/original/tory-lanez-reiterates-his-innocence-in-megan-the-stallion-shooting.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>Last week renowned battle rapper <a contents="Cassidy released a diss track, “Perjury”, aimed at Tory Lanez" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.63413/title.veteran-rapper-cassidy-accuses-tory-lanez-of-stealing-his-flows-has-video-evidence">Cassidy released a diss track, “Perjury”, aimed at Tory Lanez</a> after he spit a freestyle over one of Cassidy’s old instrumentals and lifted some of his lyrics. And now 8 days later, Tory Lanez has responded with a diss track of his own. </p>
<p>Lanez “When It’s Dark (Freestyle) takes aim at Cassidy’s career compared to his own. “Old n-ggas talkin’, I ain’t hearin’ em, I put fear in me, I leave Cas’ body in that casket his career is in/My prime to your prime, dawg, it’s no comparison/What you gon’ compare? Some SMACK DVD appearance?” </p>
<p>It might be worth mentioning that Lanez could have possibly been baited by Detroit rapper <a contents="Royce Da 5’9" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/royce-da-59-previews-slaughterhouse-reunion-3-down-1-to-go-news.136926.html">Royce Da 5’9</a> to release the diss track after he tweeted, “You gon respond @torylanez? I like when you in that bag. </p>
<p>What do you all think of Tory Lanez response?</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67105782021-08-08T14:40:04-04:002021-08-31T05:10:40-04:0050 Cent vs Young Buck <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/900ae9ea70541b96f8e8fed34b15a5c8b8e7a563/original/article-34-pic.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p><a contents="50 Cent" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/rapper-50-cent-reportedly-working-on-celebrity-rap-battle-show-with-abc">50 Cent</a> and Young Buck apparently still have big problems. Alleged court documents state that Young Buck is technically still a <a contents="G-Unit" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://allhiphop.com/news/50-cent-young-buck-owes-g-unit-two-albums/">G-Unit</a> artist and owes the label two more albums. Along with the two albums 50 Cent claims that Buck also owes $250k from a loan he took at the beginning of his deal. </p>
<p>Young Buck was allegedly dropped from G-Unit in 2008 and a few years later <a contents="filed for bankruptcy." data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://radaronline.com/p/50-cent-bankruptcy-young-buck-250000-dismissed-gunit-record-deal-lawsuit/">filed for bankruptcy.</a> G-Unit reunited in 2014 for a Summer Jam performance. This must have sparked old family feelings as Buck went on to sign another two-year deal with Fif’s label and the details involved Buck releasing more albums. Of course, with all the issues between these two, Buck never released any more G-Unit albums, leading 50 to claim this as a violation of contract. As many fans know, Buck has released new music, but 50 also claims this is a violation because those releases have been on Buck’s own Cashville Records imprint. </p>
<p>In order to remove protection on Buck’s assets, Fif moved for Buck’s bankruptcy case to be dismissed. A judge would later deny this motion. 50’s motion cited illegal distribution of G-Unit’s intellectual property. Documents read, “From July 22, 2014 until Debtor’s arrest and subsequent incarceration on or around December 20, 2019, in material breach of the Recording Contract, Debtor uploaded multiple sound recordings featuring his performances on his social media and music streaming platforms, including without limitation, YouTube, Instagram, Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, and Deezer," reads the filing. "Such sound recordings include, but are not limited to “Skyscraper”, “No Pain”, “Road Trip”, “All We Do”, “Yes Indeed” and “It’s Alright”." </p>
<p>The beef and legal actions don’t stop here, it looks like 50 Cent is allegedly looking to file a civil suit against Young Buck. It would seem as if 50 and many of G-Unit's original roster of artists are not on good terms these days, leading many fans curious to find out more about the current status of G-Unit as a label.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/469f0183bb3c267f412b6bc7fd1a46bdc3a85ea8/original/article-34b-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67073742021-08-04T23:44:15-04:002023-12-10T11:58:57-05:00C-Murder Says Sealed Documents Hold Key To His Freedom<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/facda053cf24e7da72d2d2926065e16bfd10b84e/original/kim-kardashian-c-money-02-gty-llr-200817-1597678328896-hpembed-13x16-992.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>Master P’s brother <a contents="C-Murder" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2020/08/17/kim-kardashian-c-murder-criminal-justice-new-evidence-emerges/5600667002/">C-Murder</a>, real name Corey Miller, has been serving a life sentence since 2009 for his alleged role in the 2002 murder of 16-year-old Steve Thomas. C-Murder has long maintained his innocence. </p>
<p>Now he claims there are sealed documents that prove that his innocence. C-Murder says that there are at least 31 concealed documents that show there was an illegal DNA cover-up that was not presented during his murder trial. </p>
<p>In a press release issued by his publicist on Wednesday (August 4), he claims that when his DNA was run through the <a contents="Combined DNA Index System (CODIS)" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.fbi.gov/news/pressrel/press-releases/the-fbis-combined-dna-index-system-codis-hits-major-milestone">Combined DNA Index System (CODIS)</a> database, a a match was found but the District Attorney directed that the genetic data be taken out of the system and for it to be marked as a forensic unknown. </p>
<p>“Half my life has been stolen by the Louisiana Judicial System and it stops now!” C-Murder said.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67061052021-08-03T19:48:36-04:002022-05-26T05:48:45-04:00King’s Disease Sequel <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/1be24a10db51b63377f7789f28709de9673acfe3/original/article-33-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Nasty <a contents="NAS" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/ayo-queens-get-the-money-nas-potentially-could-net-100-m-from-2013-investment">NAS</a> is hitting fans with a gift this week as he releases King’s Disease II this Friday, August 6. The sequel to last year’s <a contents="Grammy Award winning" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://pitchfork.com/news/nas-wins-best-rap-album-at-2021-grammys/">Grammy Award winning</a> King’s Disease, is again produced by Hit-Boy. The project’s tracklist was just released and boasts a number of interesting features. Some notable guests include Eminem, EPMD, Charlie Wilson and Ms. Lauryn Hill. This will mark a reunion of sorts for NAS and Lauren Hill as they previously collaborated together on NAS’s “If I Ruled the World” from his 1996 album, It Was Written. The project will mark the first time that NAS and Eminem have been on a track together. </p>
<p>This will be the Queens MC’s 13th studio album and will have some big shoes to fill as many believe the first King’s Disease was one of the best NAS releases in his catalogue. The 2020 album debuted at #5 on the Billboard 200 and as mentioned earlier in this article, earned NAS his first Grammy. It looks like Escobar season is amongst us once again. Are you ready for it?</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/a391436ccabd29072c69ddc4917eed6deea4d5f6/original/article-33b-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67051662021-08-02T23:49:42-04:002022-03-09T07:11:15-05:00“Bodak Yellow” Music Video Passes 1 Billion Views On YouTube.<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/a73352a4c5e6c284888338dba1273115eecf65ef/original/cardi-b-0.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p><a contents="Cardi B" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/cardi-b-signs-documents-to-secure-legal-rights-to-bardi-beauty">Cardi B</a> claims to have only spent $15,000 on the production for her biggest hit to date, “Bodak Yellow”, and it looks like she’s had an enormous return on investment to say the least. </p>
<p>As of this morning, the video for “Bodak Yellow” has crossed the 1 billion views mark on YouTube. Cardi is the first female rapper to have two music videos on her YouTube channel with over 1 billion views. “Bodak Yellow” was also the first female rap song to be certified Diamond (10 million units) by the <a contents="Recording Industry Association of America." data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.revolt.tv/news/2021/8/2/22606405/dj-khaled-lil-baby-lil-durk-every-chance-i-get-platinum">Recording Industry Association of America.</a></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67040482021-08-01T19:53:32-04:002021-08-13T07:07:12-04:00Hip Hop Celebration Day<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/1e5f56beb599f3148d05a46a89bb1d40893ed597/original/article-32b-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>August 11, the date Hip Hop was born, will now be known as “<a contents="Hip Hop Celebration Day" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.revolt.tv/news/2021/7/31/22603535/senate-passes-bill-recognizing-hip-hop-celebration-day">Hip Hop Celebration Day</a>” in the United States. By a unanimous vote last week, the US Senate voted to pass Senate Resolution 331, recognizing the date in honor of the world’s most popular music genre. Hip Hop was birthed in August, so the month makes perfect sense. It also makes good sense that the Senate deemed August, “Hip Hop Recognition Month”. It sounds like the Senate was on a musical hip hop roll as it also established November as “Hip Hop History Month.” </p>
<p>Based on how the bill reads it appears as though the Senate got hip hop’s story right. Part of the <a contents="bill reads" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-resolution/331/text">bill reads</a>, “Whereas, from its humble beginnings in New York City, the music, lyricism, dance, fashion, and art of Hip Hop has become a culture, now found in communities across the United States, and has long been a worldwide phenomenon; Whereas the art and culture of Hip Hop is an original American creation; Whereas the Hip Hop genre has been reinvented often over the years since 1973, reflecting the State, city, and region of the music, from G-funk and Hyphy on the West Coast, to Bass and Trap in the South, to Drill in the Midwest, to many other sounds from coast to coast and from abroad, including the New School, which continues that trend,” the bill continues. “Whereas hip hop artists and supporters, originally of African heritage, now transcend many different ages, ethnicities, religions, locations, political affiliations, and socioeconomic statuses, which demonstrates the melting-pot quality of Hip Hop art and culture.” </p>
<p>The bill was sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and co-sponsored by California Senator Alex Padilla and Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy. Hip Hop turns 48 next month, so Senate Resolution 331 seems to be right on time for lovers of the music genre. No sweeping criminal reform bill to quell racial injustices or anything related to that, but a “win” for <a contents="hip hop" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/hip-hop-making-surgeons-better">hip hop</a> is a win, right?</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/c0937c9a68e0b922e10caf2ddc452a1c29fecbf7/original/article-32-pic.png/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67024002021-07-30T12:48:02-04:002022-05-25T20:12:35-04:00The Weeknd To Receive Humanitarian Award <p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/7b4e35b810b8d18b7382a60bafb5e485adf66704/original/ds5uxfmh-400x400.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee </a></p>
<p>Next month, The Weeknd is set to receive the <a contents="Quincy Jones Humanitarian Award" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://allhiphop.com/news/the-weeknd-quincy-jones-award/">Quincy Jones Humanitarian Award</a> at the first-ever Music In Action Awards. The event, hosted by the Black Music Action Coalition, will be held at 1 Hotel in West Hollywood on September 23rd. </p>
<p>The <a contents="event" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.billboard.com/amp/articles/columns/hip-hop/9606998/the-weeknd-humanitarian-award-bmac-music-in-action-awards">event</a> will honor musicians and artists, music executives, and music businesses that have contributed to change, social justice, and equity in the past year. Other awards being presented include the Berry Gordy Social Impact Award, Clarence Avant Trailblazer Award, and Agent of Change Award. </p>
<p><a contents="The Weeknd" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/billboard-announces-2021-nominees">The Weeknd</a> has given millions of dollars to support many different causes, including racial justice, music charities, and hunger relief, and has called on Spotify, Sony Music, Warner Music, Universal Music Group, and Apple Music to donate as well.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67013742021-07-29T12:34:51-04:002023-12-10T11:58:57-05:00Rapper Big Boi, Trailblazer Studios Partner To Create Music Mentorship Reality Show<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/a9da91cc2569fefc93de4e89be8c26891105b3b9/original/3000.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee </a></p>
<p>Trailblazer Studios has partnered with <a contents="Big Boi" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.c21media.net/news/trailblazer-partners-with-outkasts-big-boi-on-mentorship-series/">Big Boi</a>, one half of legendary rap duo OutKast, to create a <a contents="reality tv series" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/da-brat-gets-her-own-reality-show">reality tv series</a>. The untitled series will follow Big Boi as he helps up-and-coming musicians and artists remodel their in-home setups into professional recording studios. He will also teach them about the ins and outs of the music industry and give them a masterclass on production in his personal studio. </p>
<p>Big Boi took inspiration for the series from his time spent perfecting his craft in "The Dungeon", which he purchased and refurbished three years ago. Big Boi stated, “Growing up, I spent hours in the Dungeon, writing rhymes and putting together beats.” The <a contents="series" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://allhiphop.com/news/big-boi-new-reality-show-home-studios/">series</a> will be executive produced by Big Boi, Adam Harrison, Trailblazer senior VP of development Ashleigh DiTonto, and president and COO Jeff Lanter.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/67008852021-07-28T22:17:50-04:002021-09-12T17:01:13-04:00Guess Who Is One Of the Top Ten Highest Selling Rappers of All Time?<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/3bc156dac410eab67530e67dc45a36cd9c255f1b/original/flo-rida-press-photo-by-raphael-simien-2018-billboard-1548-compressed.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>The majority of rap fans would not be shocked at most of the rappers listed in the top ten highest selling rappers of all time, like <a contents="Drake" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/drake-url-and-clb">Drake</a>, Jay-Z, Tupac, and Eminem. However, there is one entry that surprised fans so much, the rapper is now trending across social media. </p>
<p>Florida rapper Flo Rida, according to “My Mixtapex”, comes in at number 7 on the list selling 102 million units. Eminem topped the list at 227 million units sold, followed by Drake with 152 units sold, then <a contents="Kanye West" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/could-new-yeezy-music-be-coming-soon">Kanye West</a> with 140 million, Jay-Z with 125 million units, and Lil Wayne rounds out the top 5 with 110 million units sold. </p>
<p>Many people across social media are questioning his inclusion on the list, and debating whether or not he makes “hip-hop” music or not, being that he caters to the “pop music” crowd. Do you think he should be included with the other highest selling rappers?</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66997622021-07-27T19:51:15-04:002021-09-10T15:36:07-04:00Boosie Not Happy About the Continued IG Ban<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/8dae7e346f738ef368edc336fdec9f2254ebcf28/original/article-31-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>The Breakfast Club had Instagram (IG) head, Adam Mosseri, on their show this morning (07/27) and one of the topics of conversation was about <a contents="Boosie Badazz" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/gunshots-one-injured-at-boosie-badazz-video-shoot-in-alabama">Boosie Badazz</a> and his IG account. Mosseri states that Boosie was banned because he violated the IG nudity policy. Listeners around the world heard this and that includes, Boosie, who responded to the IG head and was not happy. </p>
<p><a contents="Boosie took to IG" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CR1rbrGCHVk/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=95d81020-f330-4d32-9701-bb9bf6038377">Boosie took to IG</a> from another account and stated, “Adam Mosseri, can you give me my page back. “Y’all gave her page back, can you give me my page back? You gave everybody their page back, give me a second chance! Give me my official Boosie page back with 10.5 million followers so I can help feed my family some more. Do y’all think about the hurt you cause people’s families when you take people’s page away? You should give me my page back. The community wants to see me, man.” </p>
<p>The Louisiana rapper later posted another clip where he says racism is the reason for his official account still being banned. During the clip Boosie can be seen and heard telling Mosseri to tell the truth about why his account is still banned. During the Breakfast Club interview, Mosseri agrees that he and his team do not understand black culture well enough, even going on to say that its “tough”. This “tough” scenario must be a common theme among platforms as Boosie blasted Mark Zuckerburg earlier this year for being <a contents="banned on Facebook" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.complex.com/music/boosie-badazz-responds-to-head-of-ig-account-banned-nudity-policy/boosie-badazz-responds-to-head-of-ig">banned on Facebook</a>. Most people would probably say that these “tough” scenarios could be eased by putting black people in places to help understand black culture.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66989522021-07-26T23:49:05-04:002021-09-02T13:45:28-04:00Waka Flocka Flame Cancels Concert In Canadian Village of Oka<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/4943e5d441d5e285fda244762ddc673709b73e36/original/webp-net-resizeimage-2-1.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p><a contents="Wacka Flocka Flame" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.xxlmag.com/waka-flocka-flame-interview-8-ball-flockaveli-2-album/">Wacka Flocka Flame</a> was scheduled to perform in the village of Oka, at the first Oka Kanehsatake Music and DJ Festival on July 31st. However, the natives did not want non-natives on their territory, so Wacka obliged. </p>
<p>“Waka Flocka is canceled due to the Natives not wanting non-natives on their territory because of the hurting they are going through. We decided to side with them in solidarity.” per the announcement made on Ricky D Event’s Instagram page. </p>
<p>Recently, there have been over 1000 <a contents="Indigenous children’s dead bodies found buried on the grounds of multiple Canadian former residential schools" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.cbsnews.com/news/canada-indigenous-children-school-bodies-unmarked-graves-2021-06-30/">Indigenous children’s dead bodies found buried on the grounds of multiple Canadian former residential schools</a>, institutions funded and operated by The Vatican. The children were taken from their homes and their families and forced by the government to attend these schools.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66979182021-07-25T18:21:45-04:002021-10-30T14:45:44-04:00NBA 2K22 Capitalizing Off the Love of Hip-Hop<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/83c86f853d4bdc8b25d6b1096282a3e41436e355/original/article-30-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>The ever-popular NBA 2K gaming franchise is taking another step to keep fans clamoring for the next edition of their game. Sources are reporting that <a contents="NBA 2K22" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://screenrant.com/nba-2k22-city-side-careers-hip-hop-fashion/">NBA 2K22</a> will feature a Hip Hop career option when the game is released in September. As far as details go, there is not much known about the feature. What is known is that users will have the option for their created player to pursue a career in Hip Hop or fashion. </p>
<p>This should be a good addition for fans as some have criticized the franchise for not making enough changes to the game over the last few years. It makes sense that creators would incorporate the popular music genre more into game features. Hip Hop continues to be a dominant genre of music and the NBA 2K franchise is undoubtably hoping to cash in on that popularity just like so many others outside of the culture have done in the past. </p>
<p>Hip Hop and the NBA aren’t a crazy pairing as basketball players and Hip Hop have always been linked. The NBA 2K franchise also includes Hip Hop as a heavy part of its soundtrack each year. <a contents="Jay-Z" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/hov-nft">Jay-Z</a> even <a contents="executive produced" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.complex.com/music/2012/08/listen-to-jay-zs-nba-2k13-soundtrack">executive produced</a> music for the 2013 version of the game. As of now, reports are that the feature will only be available for the PlayStation 5 and X-Box Series X. NBA 2K22 is tentatively scheduled to be released September 10, 2021.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66963512021-07-23T12:40:41-04:002023-12-10T12:02:00-05:00Charlamagne Tha God To Host Late Night Talk Show On Comedy Central<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/7410f57e84111eb5d541f66c627f6534eb840bc3/original/shutterstock-editorial-10068170l.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee </a></p>
<p>Lenard Mckelvey, better known as Charlamagne Tha God, is teaming up with fellow South Carolina native Stephen Colbert for a new <a contents="late-night talk show" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://allhiphop.com/news/charlamagne-tha-god-to-host-tha-gods-honest-truth-late-night-talk-show/">late-night talk show</a> on Comedy Central. Tha God's Honest Truth With Lenard "Charlamagne" Mckelvey is set to hit the airways in September. </p>
<p>Colbert is listed as co-creator and executive producer along with Mckelvey and Aaron Mcgruder. Radio Hall of Fame inductee Charlamagne is one of three hosts of the popular syndicated radio show The Breakfast Club. He has written two <a contents="books" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/lil-kim-to-release-memoir-the-queen-bee-this-fall">books</a>, created a podcast network, and hosts The Brilliant Idiots Podcast with Andrew Schulz. </p>
<p>Charlamagne has graced <a contents="television" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.cnn.com/cnn/2021/07/21/entertainment/charlamagne-colbert-talk-show/index.html">television</a> screens as part of shows such as Guy Court, Guy Code, Charlamagne & Friends, and Uncommon Sense With Charlamagne. He was tapped to host the HBO series The Gray Area, but that fell apart when rape allegations against Charlamagne Tha God from 2001 resurfaced.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66953542021-07-22T14:07:20-04:002021-09-23T02:50:27-04:00Tamar Braxton, August Alsina, Dennis Rodman & More Cast For VH1 Reboot Of "The Surreal Life"<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/aa346c124a95543d1cb668a79b6d2be43b9eeca9/original/rs-1200x1200-201221124944-1200-tamar-braxton.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee </a></p>
<p>VH1 has <a contents="announced" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://theshaderoom.com/vh1-bringing-back-the-surreal-life-tamar-braxton-august-alsina-dennis-rodman-and-more-set-for-new-season/">announced</a> that they are officially reviving one of their most popular reality <a contents="shows" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/rapper-50-cent-reportedly-working-on-celebrity-rap-battle-show-with-abc">shows</a> from the early 2000s. "The Surreal Life" will be returning to the airwaves starring Tamar Braxton, August Alsina, Dennis Rodman, Stormy Daniels, Frankie Muniz, CJ Perry, Manny MUA, and Kim Coles. </p>
<p>The latest ViacomCBS series to get <a contents="rebooted" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.google.com/amp/s/deadline.com/2021/07/the-surreal-life-vh1-brings-back-reality-series-1234797996/amp/">rebooted</a>, The Surreal Life originally aired on VH1 from 2003-2005. It featured celebrities living under one roof with no shortage of shenanigans or drama. It will be joining the ranks of The Real World, Behind The Music, Dating Naked, Ink Master, and MTV Cribs in nostalgic reality series being revived. </p>
<p>There is no official date for release, but it is expected to premier sometime this fall.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66948002021-07-21T23:52:44-04:002021-11-26T06:38:34-05:00Louisville’s EST Gee releases star studded ‘Bigger Than Life Or Death’<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/0d4982844fb977c2224ea1df6a0ac82a6bd589aa/original/avatars-ivp2og0csdfyurbz-nc0qlg-t240x240.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>Last night, Louisville, Ky native <a contents="EST Gee" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://uproxx.com/music/est-gee-capitol-1-video/">EST Gee</a> released his highly anticipated album ‘Bigger Than Life or Death'. </p>
<p>The album features hip hop hard hitters Lil Baby, 42 Dugg, Future, Young Thug, Lil Durk, <a contents="Yo Gotti" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/yo-gotti-makes-major-move-with-interscope-records">Yo Gotti</a>, and Pooh Shiesty. For those who remember EST Gee signed with Yo Gotti’s CMG Records in 2020 after being courted heavily by Lil Baby to sign to his 4PF imprint. </p>
<p>But EST Gee isn’t yet satisfied with his level of success yet. </p>
<p>“This ain’t where I wanna be yet, I’m tryna get uncomfortable, like how JAY-Z makes people feel uncomfortable. I’m tryna make people feel like that. if you see me, you’ll wait to see what I say first. i know I got more stuff to do and everything is happening naturally. I don’t feel afraid of failure for once. I always thought about failure, but then I be like, ‘F--k it!” </p>
<p>EST Gee’s new album is now available for streaming across all streaming platforms.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66935982021-07-20T20:41:31-04:002022-05-17T13:32:20-04:00Hip-Hop Flexing on Billboard’s Top Paid List<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/34d89a597f88bb78781149081ceab68e7424f8b5/original/article-29-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>With the Pandemic hitting everyone hard in 2020, most people, including music artists, had to get resourceful. As tours were cancelled along with other shows and appearances, artists had to figure out a way to stay financially stable. Music artists were forced to adapt and depend more on streaming and virtual ways to make money than they had before. The pandemic just made some people go harder. </p>
<p>As it turns out, the people in music genre that went hardest, were hip-hop artists. According to Billboard, Hip-Hop had 12 artists make their <a contents="Top Paid Musicians of 2020" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/9602078/musician-us-money-makers-highest-paid-2020">T</a><a contents="op Paid Musicians of 2020" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/9602078/musician-us-money-makers-highest-paid-2020">op Paid Musicians of 2020</a> list, up from 3 in 2019. Post Malone and Drizzy Drake were the top 2 hip-hop artists. Post Malone made $23.2M to gain the #2 overall spot and <a contents="Drake" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/joint-rick-ross-and-drake-album-could-be-in-the-works">Drake</a> with $14.2M to push him to the #6 overall spot. A surprise name on the list, coming in 3rd for Hip-Hop, was YoungBoy Never Broke Again. YoungBoy bulled his way to $11.9M and #9 overall, with $10M of that coming from just streaming alone. Lil Baby came in next with $11.7M to round out the Top 10. </p>
<p>Hip-Hop is definitely flexing its earning power, we’ll see how they keep this up for 2021.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66927402021-07-19T23:38:58-04:002021-09-17T07:01:58-04:0050 Cent’s ‘Street King Immortal’ Has Officially Been Shelved<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/876e8f9e3dd9771a0f345b1d97aedcbad93c4b50/original/unnamed.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>Fans have been patiently waiting for <a contents="50 Cent’s" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/rapper-50-cent-reportedly-working-on-celebrity-rap-battle-show-with-abc">50 Cent’s</a> ‘Street King Immortal’ album since November of 2012, however after an update from 50, it looks like it’s falling to the same fate of Dr. Dre’s ‘Detox’ album. During a recent interview with <a contents="The Independent" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/matt-gaetz-mtg-comedian-video-b1886666.html">The Independent</a>, 50 Cent provided an update on the project. </p>
<p>“That original version is not [being released], but I’m releasing new music in September,” he stated during the interview. He also let fans know that Eminem won’t be on the new project either. “I didn’t finish the tracks with him... I’m not gonna tell who’s on it because I’m the most exciting person [on the album]”. </p>
<p>Most fans had probably given up on the album seeing the light of day, but this is the first confirmation from 50 Cent that the fans won’t be able to enjoy the project. There’s currently no release date for his upcoming project.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66917402021-07-18T21:12:28-04:002021-10-30T10:54:09-04:00Could New Yeezy Music Be Coming Soon? <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/520dd09abef85c16a89cb89a088f6a253f3099a5/original/article-28-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Rumors are swirling around the Internet about a listening party for a new Kanye West album. Mr. West appears on the latest project from the late Pop Smoke on the track titled, “Tell The Vision”, with Pusha T. and he was spotted in the studio with Tyler the Creator recently. Rapper Consequence shared a <a contents="muted video" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://twitter.com/ItsTheCons/status/1416411621061107712?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1416411621061107712%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rap-up.com%2F2021%2F07%2F18%2Fkanye-west-donda-tracklist-album-listening%2F">muted video</a> of Ye and Tyler in the studio. He added the caption, “ConsTV Exclusive Ye x Tyler Epic Level Summer 21.” </p>
<p>Its also being speculated that in the short clip there is a <a contents="whiteboard" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphop-n-more.com/2021/07/tyler-the-creator-kanye-studio-donda-tracklist/">whiteboard</a> with a tentative tracklist that many allegedly believe is for Kanye’s long anticipated “DONDA” album. The “DONDA” project, named in honor or his late mother, was set to be released in July 2020 but has been delayed several times since then. Leaked screenshots appear to show a private listening party that is allegedly taking place tonight in Las Vegas. There also appears to be a pop-up album release event later this week on Thursday in ATL if this screenshot leak holds true. Regardless of what the listening party is for, if the leaks are true, fans are surely ready to hear new <a contents="Yeezy" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/kanye-files-suit-against-walmart-for-yeezy-knockoffs">Yeezy</a> music.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/340ce5437c94f677c07b7737e4ffce1705b9fcd7/original/article-28b-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66904522021-07-16T22:06:08-04:002021-11-17T14:57:11-05:00Hip Hop Pioneer, Biz Markie, Passes Away At Age 57<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/cdb8d0ab0ff3fa05d2153714f5140fc587e9a966/original/image.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>The “Just A Friend” rapper <a contents="Biz Markie" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://thesource.com/2021/04/08/happy-57th-birthday-biz-markie/">Biz Markie</a> has passed away, confirmed by his manager, Jenni Izumi, at the age of 57. </p>
<p>“Biz created a legacy of artistry that will forever be celebrated by his industry peers and his beloved fans whose lives he was able to touch through music spanning over 35 years,” Izumi said in a written statement. </p>
<p>Once Biz Markie met hip hop producer <a contents="Marley Marl" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.spin.com/2021/06/dj-marley-marl-legendize-podcast-interview/">Marley Marl</a> in 1985, he then began rapping in local clubs. He also became known as a human beatbox via working with artists such as MC Shan and Roxanne Shanté. </p>
<p>Biz released his first album in 1988, “Goin’ Off”, and radio soon caught on due to hit singles “Vapors” and “Make the Music With Your Mouth, Biz.” However, he would score his biggest hit a year later, “Just A Friend”, on his “The Biz Never Sleeps” album. </p>
<p>Biz would see a reemergence into the music world in 2002 when R&B newcomer, Mario, would score one of his biggest hits with a cover of Biz Markie’s “Just A Friend”. Mario would go on to record a remix to the record and include Biz Markie as a feature, reintroducing him to a newer younger audience.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66875002021-07-14T09:48:09-04:002022-04-29T02:09:40-04:00J. Cole, Pooh Shiesty Biggest Winners Of Spotify's All Rap Caviar Awards<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/e94ff2907683ac43d06c8d5fd468782a31673802/original/download.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee</a> </p>
<p><a contents="Rap Caviar" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://instagram.com/rapcaviar?utm_medium=copy_link">Rap Caviar</a>, billed as the "most influential playlist in hip-hop", has crowned some of the most popular rappers as winners of its awards. The Spotify exclusive playlist polled its listeners to determine what artists would receive awards for the December 2020-June 2021 period. </p>
<p><a contents="J. Cole" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/cole-diddy-kendrick">J. Cole</a> was crowned the All-Rap Caviar MVP. This comes weeks after having 4 tracks from his latest album, The Off Season, in the top ten of Billboard's Hot 100, and mere days after being featured on a <a contents="playlist" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.cnn.com/cnn/2021/07/10/politics/barack-obama-summer-playlist-2021/index.html">playlist</a> curated by former president Barrack Obama. The only other artists to achieve the Billboard milestone are Drake, Lil Wayne, and Juice WRLD. </p>
<p>Pooh Shiesty, whose single "Back in Blood" ft. Lil Durk has over 125 Million streams on Spotify, was named the Rookie of the Year. The Memphis rapper's mixtape, Shiesty Season, was certified gold and peaked at #3 on the Billboard 200. He was also selected as a 2021 XXL Freshman Class member, although he was arrested for aggravated assault in June and is being held without bond. </p>
<p><a contents="Both rappers" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://allhiphop.com/news/rapcaviar-crowns-j-cole-2021-mvp-pooh-shiesty-2021-rookie-of-the-year/">Both rappers</a> were included on 2021 All Rap Caviar Teams, with J. Cole placed on the First Team and Pooh Shiesty on the Second. J. Cole, along with Drake, Nicki Minaj, and Kendrick Lamar, was also selected for the Hip-Hop Mount Rushmore for the 2010s decade.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66871342021-07-13T22:38:06-04:002021-09-09T12:26:26-04:00A Bishop T.D. Jakes and Diddy Collaboration<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/e6e77bbd4ac46098c4a053d92292d1a70e508229/original/article-27c.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>On Monday (07.12), Diddy and T.D. Jakes announced a new collaboration they have on the way in the form of a new sermon series for REVOLT. The new show, titled, <a contents="Kingdom Culture with T.D. Jakes" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://vimeo.com/565694501/cbcdcceb23">Kingdom Culture with T.D. Jakes</a>, will feature evangelistic sermons and conversations, broadcasted from The Potter’s House Church in Dallas. The <a contents="new REVOLT series" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sean-diddy-combs-and-bishop-td-jakes-team-up-to-bring-exclusive-sermon-series-to-revolt-301331822.html">new REVOLT series</a> will include a variety of topics including: leadership, growth, power, love, vision and more. <a contents="Diddy and The Bishop sat down" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3W7nk91b3I" style="">Diddy and The Bishop sat down</a> to make the announcement while also discussing faith, culture, hip-hop and social justice. </p>
<p><a contents="Diddy" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/diddy-avoided-hit-piece-by-martin-bashir">Diddy</a>, who we all know is Sean Combs, Chairman of REVOLT, states, "This partnership is monumental for REVOLT, expanding into the faith space to create a program that will inspire millions around the world to have hope and walk in their power. Bishop Jakes is one of the most transformational leaders of our time who has made a profound impact on my life, so we're honored for him to join the REVOLT family and use his gift to empower the culture." </p>
<p>Through REVOLT, the Bishop hopes to reach a larger mass audience. T.D. Jakes states, "We are thrilled to collaborate with REVOLT, as it is a great opportunity to further expand our reach to a younger generation. In the last year or two, many young people have been adversely affected by a mix of economic woes and a pandemic both here in the United States and around the world. I am looking forward to an alliance that engages with this unique audience while also empowering and uplifting them." </p>
<p>REVOLT will air new episodes of Kingdom Culture with T.D. Jakes on its TV channel every Sunday at 9AM ET.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/2af21db957b2b917242d42c084bcc7949d81c952/original/article-27a-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66861002021-07-12T23:26:53-04:002022-04-26T03:41:09-04:00DJ Yella Set To Release His Autobiography<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/29114cb6f991aeadf80a4ed3c3cca3355f36244a/original/dj-yella.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>For the first time, a member of legendary rap group N.W.A is ready to release his autobiography. </p>
<p>DJ Yella is set to release his autobiography, “Straight Outta Compton: My Untold Story”, which will chronicle his time as a part of N.W.A with Dr. Dre, <a contents="Ice Cube" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/ice-cube-gives-updates-on-mount-westmore-and-his-contract-with-black-america">Ice Cube</a>, MC Ren, and the late <a contents="Eazy-E" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://thegrio.com/2021/04/14/ebie-wright-slams-ice-cube-eazy-e-documentary/">Eazy-E</a>. </p>
<p>“I wrote this book to give God all his glory. He saved me when I was homeless, so I wanted to write this as a testimony, “ Said Yella. “The fact that I remembered all this in the book, tells me there is definitely a God.” </p>
<p>“So much changed in my life after I decided to take God seriously. Even the movie happened after I got saved. I learned to appreciate what I had. I believe that God gave me this testimony, so I could pass it around the globe,” </p>
<p>In his autobiography he details moments from his time with the group such as his time living with Dr. Dre and how he responded to Eazy-E’s death.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66851482021-07-11T22:35:14-04:002021-07-28T15:52:20-04:00Nipsey Hussle Mural Defacing Allegedly Leads to Man’s Death<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/da2f5517bda5f9fdaa1b505b42805db4db9dbcd0/original/article-26-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>A 21-year-old California rapper is dead after being shot multiple times. Police are stating that the reason for this shooting is unknown at this time, but speculation is that it is allegedly for defacing a mural of the late great <a contents="Nipsey Hussle" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/hollywood-walk-of-fame-honor-nipsey-hussle-and-dj-khaled-with-their-own-stars-on-the-walk">Nipsey Hussle</a>. The man, identified as rapper Indian Red Boy, born Zerail Dijon Rivera, was on Instagram Live (IG Live) sitting in his car talking to another person on Thursday when you hear several rounds of gunfire ring out. Rivera can be seen with blood running from his nose as he struggles to request help. </p>
<p>Rivera was <a contents="pronounced dead on the scene" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.blackenterprise.com/21-year-old-rapper-indian-red-boy-shot-dead-while-on-instagram-live/">pronounced dead on the scene</a>. A Lieutenant with the Hawthorne Police Department stated to the press, “It appears to have been a walk-up shooting and he appears to have been targeted … he appears to be a gang member.” No suspects have been identified at this time. </p>
<p>Nipsey Hussle was <a contents="murdered" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.50867/title.nipsey-hussle-reportedly-pronounced-dead-at-33">murdered</a> back in 2019 and his family, along with the hip-hop community continue to mourn him. Rivera is the latest rapper to be killed this year from gun violence. All families and friends of these people continue to mourn the losses. </p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66824602021-07-08T13:46:55-04:002021-08-07T12:32:56-04:00Rapper 50 Cent Reportedly Working on Celebrity Rap Battle Show With ABC<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/8a73c207171e901071814957111884bd174ce0f3/original/images-1.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee </a></p>
<p>Curtis Jackson, better known as 50 Cent, has made the most of transitioning from Rapper to Television Producer. His production company, G-Unit Films, produced the immensely popular "Power" series and its spin-offs on the Starz network. He is now in the beginning stages of <a contents="developing " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.63067/title.wheres-rhythm-flow-50-cent-is-bringing-hip-hop-competition-series-unrapped-to-abc">developing </a>"Unrapped", a hip-hop talent show that will feature celebrities going head to head in rap battles. The celebrities will be coached by hip-hop legends and icons, and in the end, will be crowned King and Queen. </p>
<p>This isn't the <a contents="rapper's" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.google.com/amp/s/deadline.com/2021/07/curtis-50-cent-jackson-developing-hip-hop-competition-series-unrapped-abc-1234787247/amp/">rapper's</a> first time working with ABC, as he produced the series "For Life", which was canceled after two seasons but is available on IMDb TV and being considered for a third season on the burgeoning streaming platform. </p>
<p>This news comes less than a week after 50 Cent made headlines for trolling rap legend Lil Kim's <a contents="BET Awards" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/bet-awards-2021-airs-tonight">BET Awards</a> look.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66818722021-07-07T23:56:26-04:002022-05-04T12:47:44-04:00Tyrese Set to Star In Movie About 1992 LA Riots<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/05cafdca09ec4c456912763f6cfafa50958c0b50/original/tyrese-gibson.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>Coming off the recent release of the <a contents="“Fast &amp; Furious” franchise" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.theringer.com/movies/2021/6/22/22543367/fast-and-furious-character-ranking-dom-brian-hobbs-f9-franchise">“Fast & Furious” franchise</a> latest installment, “F9”, it’s also been announced that Tyrese is set to star in a new movie about the <a contents="LA Riots in 1992" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://apnews.com/article/george-floyd-death-of-george-floyd-riots-f00f7bb9fe794c8dfbacc75827ea8050">LA Riots in 1992</a>. </p>
<p>The movie will also star Ray Liotta and Tyrese’s "Fate of the Furious" co-star Scott Eastwood. </p>
<p>The movie will focus on a custodian who takes his son to work, only to find themselves caught up in a heist gone wrong on the first night of the riots, reports variety. Gibson’s role has not been revealed in the movie, but Liotta and Eastwood will play the father and son. </p>
<p>The movie is expected to begin production in August.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66806612021-07-06T20:47:56-04:002021-09-19T03:32:25-04:00Ice Cube Gives Updates on Mount Westmore and His Contract with Black America<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/783650fb0e6dbf8a88083fc2db67f9b262c54363/original/article-25-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>On a recent visit to the Breakfast Club, West Coast legend Ice Cube gives an update on the many things he has going on including Big 3 Basketball and a potential Verzuz battle. Cube also goes into detail on West Coast supergroup <a contents="Mount Westmore" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/westcoast-super-group-mount-westmore-debut-new-song-at-triller-fight-club-event">Mount Westmore</a> and his Contract with Black America. “We getting our ducks in a row,” Cube said around the <a contents="18-minute mark" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/OybNJIOSUac">18-minute mark</a> when pressed about a potential Mt. Westmore album release date. “When we did Fight Club Triller, we had a lot of opportunities coming at us and we had to kind of sift through them and see what was the best route. I believe we figured it out so we getting cocked and loaded. We getting our visuals together because when we hit, we want to keep rolling.” </p>
<p>Cube also confirmed that Dr. Dre would appear on the Mount Westmore project, but in a rapping capacity. In an odd statement he mentions that he did not know if the good Dr. provided any production on the project. Cube states, “He rapped on it for sure. [Dre’s] definitely on the verse, but I’m not sure if he gave us any production.” </p>
<p>In the Breakfast Club interview Ice Cube also discusses his<a contents=" Contract with Black America" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://icecube.com/a-contract-with-black-america/"> Contract with Black America</a>. He talks about wanting to get more real concrete things done, but does admit later that there has been progress. He explains, “We’ve got some interesting things we’re going to announce as soon as they develop. I just want to take it away from all the noise being made and really get some concrete things done, instead of all this talk and trolling back and forth.” Fans can rest assure there are more things to come from both of these topics and the other things Cube has going on.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66797522021-07-05T22:48:32-04:002022-04-19T03:18:30-04:00The ‘Hotties’ Are Headed To Disney<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/40904d16b1b9eff150fc1b8ee18b800e4a758c23/original/megan-thee-stallion-2021.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>According to <a contents="“Everything Always” host Michael Roman" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.menshealth.com/entertainment/a36684691/loki-episode-1-easter-eggs-mcu/">“Everything Always” host Michael Roman</a>, Houston rap megastar, Megan Thee Stallion will be joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe and will be joining the future <a contents="“She-Hulk” series on Disney+.&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.comingsoon.net/tv/news/1176677-first-look-mark-ruffalo-on-set-she-hulk">“She-Hulk” series on Disney+. </a></p>
<p>He also adds that in addition to making a cameo as herself, there is also the strong possibility of her securing a recurring role on the series. “So again, this is coming from one fo my very own sources here at the channel in an exclusive,” Roman said. </p>
<p>“I vetted this with two separate sources involved with the production.... I’m almost 99.9 percent sure when I come out and report this kind of exclusive.” </p>
<p>She-Hulk will also star Jemeela Jamil, Tatiana Maslany, Mark Ruffalo, Tim Roth, Ginger Gonzaga, and Renée Elise Goldsberry. No release date has been announced as of yet.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66789902021-07-04T22:57:59-04:002022-04-15T20:35:39-04:00TrillerVerz<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/51f43acba03493f9d00f5f44477a425e44619039/original/article-24.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence" style="">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Triller and Verzuz have apparently been working on something new for their fans. A new monthly event called TrillerVerz kicks off next month on August 3rd. This will be a new monthly event series combining boxing and music. The event will be also be a partnership with Madison Square Gardens and the fight will be live from the Hulu Theater. <a contents="Triller acquired Verzuz" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.billboard.com/articles/business/9536996/triller-acquires-verzuz/">Triller acquired Verzuz</a> back in March of this year and TrillerVerz will be one of the first big collaborative offerings since the acquisition. </p>
<p>The <a contents="kick off" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/westcoast-super-group-mount-westmore-debut-new-song-at-triller-fight-club-event">kick off</a> TrillerVerz event in the series for the boxing portion will feature Michael Hunter vs Mike Wilson, and former champion Chris Algieri against a yet to be named opponent. The Verzuz portion will reportedly begin right after the boxing main event. The Verzuz match up reportedly will be produced by Swizz and Timbaland and feature a battle between rappers N.O.R.E. and Beanie Sigel. The two have been going back and forward recently on social media. Hopefully there is more news to come on this event, specifically from Swizz and Timbaland.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/99869757eb1a2f59955f0e0809d59d0501d2daad/original/article-24b.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66761972021-07-01T13:44:35-04:002021-09-24T15:25:05-04:00Trick Daddy Releases Audiobook of 2010 Memoir<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/4c463fdd3099fc69608e3c56a4ce1a6667ec18ac/original/trick-daddy-vh1.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee</a> </p>
<p>Just a week after sharing his thoughts on Beyonce's singing and subsequently being drug by the <a contents="Bey-hive" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://nypost.com/2021/06/22/trick-daddy-says-beyonce-cant-sing-disses-jay-z/">Bey-hive</a>, Miami rap legend Trick Daddy has released the <a contents="audio version" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://allhiphop.com/news/trick-daddy-releases-magic-city-audiobook/">audio version</a> of his 2010 memoir. The memoir, titled Magic City: Trials Of A Native Son, was co-written by Peter Bailey, a former Miami Herald staff writer, who also narrates the audiobook. </p>
<p>The book tells the story of Trick Daddy, real name Maurice Young, and chronicles his rise to fame. The memoir also tells the history of the city of <a contents="Miami" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/300k-worth-of-jewelry-stolen-from-swae-lee-s-miami-hotel-room">Miami</a>, giving his thoughts on the hip-hop scene and the crime and racism of the city he called home for most of his life.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66742352021-06-29T17:20:53-04:002022-05-13T06:30:55-04:00Geto Boys Reloaded Podcast<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/381e1c8517056660b3c774bbfd1251085dc85f09/original/article-23.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Scarface got a lot of <a contents="attention" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.62930/title.geto-boys-catch-alchemist-dj-premier-gang-starr-goodie-mob-attention-with-new-album-teaser">attention</a> yesterday (June 28th) when he posted a picture on his Instagram page of what appeared to be an album cover. The pic was of him and Willie D with the words “Geto Boys Reloaded” on it. There was no caption included, but many fans, including other artists, seemingly got excited at the idea of a new Geto Boys project. Artists like, DJ Paul, Alchemist, DJ Premier, Black Sheep’s Dres, Mia X, Goodie Mob, Gang Starr, Kid Capri, Skinny Pimp and more left comments and emoji’s showing their excitement. </p>
<p>No album was confirmed but it looks like the pic was promotion for a new podcast coming from the surviving members of the group. The <a contents="Geto Boys Reloaded podcast" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://westcoaststyles.com/news/2021/06/scarface-willie-d-of-the-geto-boys-announce-new-geto-boys-reloaded-podcast/">Geto Boys Reloaded podcast</a> is coming courtesy of the Black Effect Podcast Network and iHeart Media. A one-minute introductory episode is out now and according to that introduction the show officially launches on Monday, July 5th. </p>
<p>The Geto Boys (originally Ghetto Boys) as many know them today, released their debut album, Grip It! On That Other Level in 1989. The original group and line up released a previous project in 1988, titled Making Trouble. In 2019, founding member, Bushwick Bill, <a contents="passed away" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/early-2000-s-rap-star-black-rob-has-passed-away">passed away</a> from stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Fans will have to wait and see if Scarface and Willie D. release new music to go along with their new podcast.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66734992021-06-28T23:50:09-04:002021-09-10T16:10:23-04:00Da Brat Gets Her Own Reality Show<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/2c4bd962e90878032475df900eb33939a568a508/original/dabrat-2018-atlanta-billboard-1548-1585326211-compressed.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>It has just been announced that <a contents="So So Def" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://grammymuseum.org/museum-at-home/revisit-jermaine-dupri-so-so-def-25-years-of-elevating-culture/">So So Def</a> rapper, Da Brat, will be getting her own reality show titled, “Brat Loves Judy”. </p>
<p>This announcement, coming towards the end of National Pride Month, explains that the show will follow the everyday life of Da Brat and her girlfriend, Jesseca “Judy” Dupart, showing their day to day life after falling in love. </p>
<p>For the previous few decades Da Brat remained private about her sexuality, but recently came out to the public as a lesbian via social media. </p>
<p>The show will also focus on Da Brat’s relationship with her sister, <a contents="LisaRaye McCoy" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.ajc.com/news/lisa-raye-gets-upset-over-on-air-birthday-wish-from-her-sister-da-brat/QEFTKVOMAFASVDLX75EWM6R7UY/">LisaRaye McCoy</a>, to which their relationship had been previously strained prior to her coming out. But because Da Brat came out to the public prior to telling McCoy, their relationship was strained even more. </p>
<p>The show premieres on August 5th at 9pm ET on WE tv.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66720732021-06-27T13:18:59-04:002022-04-18T01:56:49-04:00BET AWARDS 2021 Airs Tonight<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/c73079361ae9c0df3eaad2360bca31d6bf56df77/original/article-22.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>The BET Awards is set to air live on BET tonight (June 27th) from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California. <a contents="This year’s show" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://people.com/music/bet-awards-2021-everything-to-know/">This year’s show</a> has a “Year of the Black Woman” theme and Taraji P. Henson is set to host. Henson states, "This year in particular, we're honoring Black women," she said before raving that young black and brown girls have a large selection of successful women to look up to like politician and activist Stacey Abrams and historic Vice President Kamala Harris. "I'm such a girls' girl. I love to uplift women." </p>
<p>Some of the performers tonight include: Megan Thee Stallion, Andra Day, DJ Khaled, H.E.R., Kirk Franklin, Lil Baby, Moneybagg Yo and more. <a contents="DaBaby" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/dababy-launches-limited-edition-clothing-collection-with-boohooman">DaBaby</a> and Megan Thee Stallion lead nominations with each getting seven nods. They are followed by Drake and Cardi B., who each have 5 nods. Special honors will go to <a contents="Queen Latifah" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/an-award-fitting-for-a-queen">Queen Latifah</a> as she is set to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award for her contributions to music and pop culture. Swizz Beats is also set to curate a <a contents="special tribute to the late DMX" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.complex.com/music/swizz-beatz-curates-dmx-tribute-bet-awards">special tribute to the late DMX</a>, who passed earlier this year. Busta Rhymes and Method Man are also rumored to be a part of the DMX tribute. </p>
<p>The show will air live tonight at 8 pm EST/PST on BET, with simulcasts on BET HER, LOGO, MTV, MTV2, TV Land and VH1. There will also be a preshow airing hosted by Terrance J. and Tanisha Long.</p>
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<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/473d1a36c1971b1a5d11da9bc132aa267ad52330/original/article-22b.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66717792021-06-26T22:51:23-04:002021-07-10T12:56:50-04:00Bow Wow / Soulja Boy Verzuz Brings Out The Stars<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/f690aa2c5d77e31b8fd3a7e240425ecf67091bfe/original/untitled-1.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>One of the most anticipated <a contents="Verzuz" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/upcoming-verzuz-battle-dates-set-for-bow-wow-vs-soulja-boy-trina-vs-eve">Verzuz</a> matchups since the platform began took place tonight, and most would agree that it did not disappoint. </p>
<p>After weeks of back and forth across social media between Big Draco and Bow Wow, the two veteran rappers put on a very entertaining show. Along with performing classic hits from the 2000’s era, the two also brought out some legendary hip hop acts in their own right. </p>
<p>Bow Wow brought out routine collaborators Jermaine Dupri, Da Brat, DJ Paul, and Omarion, while Soulja brought out French Montana, Romeo, and had <a contents="DJ Akademiks" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://thesource.com/2021/03/07/dj-akademiks-claims-jay-z-uses-black-owned-as-a-bait-and-switch-tactic/">DJ Akademics</a> attempt to DJ about half of his set. </p>
<p>All in all fans of Draco and Bow Wow were treated to a historic event that included Romeo taking the Stage with Bow Wow for the first time in nearly 2 decades. What was your favorite moment from this Verzuz?</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66702772021-06-25T12:36:49-04:002021-09-24T15:48:07-04:00Kanye Files Suit Against Walmart For Yeezy Knockoffs<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/d1a9a38b3df39be0ca4e7d6fa41be580c21d3176/original/kanye-west-at-the-2009-tribeca-film-festival-cropped.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee </a></p>
<p>According to legal documents surfaced by <a contents="TMZ" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.tmz.com/2021/06/24/kanye-west-yeezy-sue-walmart-foam-runner-shoe-ripoff/">TMZ</a>, Kanye has filed a lawsuit against Walmart for selling knockoff Yeezy Foam Runners. Walmart was trending earlier in the week when people began to point out how similar the knockoffs were that were being sold by the discount retailer. Once this news reached Kanye, he filed suit claiming they copied his exact design. </p>
<p>This <a contents="lawsuit" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://theshaderoom.com/kanye-west-files-lawsuit-against-walmart-over-knockoff-yeezy-foam-runners/">lawsuit</a> comes after Ye had already requested the dupes be removed from the Walmart website. The documents state that the sale of the knockoffs was causing profit loss to the multi-billion dollar <a contents="Yeezy" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/yeezy-brand-pays-tribute-to-dmx-with-help-from-balenciaga">Yeezy</a> Brand and that the discount retailer was attempting to capitalize on Kanye's name to make a profit. </p>
<p>This isn't the first time Ye and Walmart have clashed. Earlier this year, Walmart filed a complaint with the US Patent and Trademark Office claiming Kanye's logo was too similar to their store logo and that this could damage the image of the company.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66694282021-06-24T16:38:30-04:002022-03-17T16:04:05-04:00DaBaby Launches Limited Edition Clothing Collection with BooHooMAN<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/964c2d400aa5ff2cfbc823d021814fc7cae020df/original/dababy-1.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee </a></p>
<p>DaBaby has had a busy week. From beefing with Megan Thee Stallion over a collaboration with Tory Lanez to being called the "Ludacris" of this generation by comedian Lil Duval to now promoting his collaboration with <a contents="BooHooMAN" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/dababy-has-a-clothing-line-on-the-way-with-boohooman-news.134438.html">BooHooMAN</a>. </p>
<p>The owner of BooHooMAN states "DaBaby is one of the hottest rappers out there right now. His style and music align perfectly with who we are as a brand – this <a contents="collab" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://theshaderoom.com/dababy-launches-new-fashion-line-with-boohooman-2/">collab</a> is going to be BIG!" The limited-edition fashion line includes socks, relaxed tees, jackets, and more. There will only be 100 of each item, so customers will have to do their best to purchase when the <a contents="fashion" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/yeezy-brand-pays-tribute-to-dmx-with-help-from-balenciaga">fashion</a> line drops on June 30th. </p>
<p>This isn't the first time the brand has worked with a rapper, having created a fashion collection with Quavo in 2019.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66686752021-06-23T23:40:40-04:002021-08-06T13:08:35-04:00Quavo Now Selling Bentley Gifted To Ex Saweetie<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/f5583efc6ed606a48db12caf6f38764b26aac683/original/https-specials-images-forbesimg-com-dam-imageserve-1048502364-960x0-jpg-fit-scale-0.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>Shorty after the celebrity couple called it quits, rumor circulated that <a contents="Quavo" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.complex.com/music/quavo-celebrates-winning-bet-with-meek-mill-after-hawks-beat-sixers">Quavo</a> had repossessed the car he had given to Saweetie as a christmas gift in 2020. And he pretty much confirmed this on the Migos song “Having Our Way” on their new album “Culture III.” </p>
<p>Now it’s being reported that Quavo is actually now selling the vehicle. According to TMZ, the Bentley on has 2,191 miles and is being sold as a luxury vehicle for $279,888. </p>
<p>Saweetie seems to be taking it all in stride and has just <a contents="purchased a Rolls Royce" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.62765/title.saweetie-cops-new-rolls-royce-following-quavo-bentley-bombshell">purchased a Rolls Royce</a> of her own recently.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66670842021-06-22T14:05:40-04:002022-04-24T10:49:32-04:00Mac Granted Parole!<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/7eb92a3f9e7d2bd2f11105a8914f2ab2da4a2fb4/original/article-21.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>According to multiple sources, former No Limit artist, MAC, born McKinley “Mac” Phipps Jr. was <a contents="granted parole" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.wdsu.com/article/gov-edwards-grants-rapper-mac-phipps-clemency-after-serving-20-years-in-prison-1624376855/36802561">granted parole</a> earlier today (06.22) by The Louisiana Board of Pardons and Committee on Parole. It’s official, according to a clip from an <a contents="Instagram account" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/tv/CQbZcuDFYsN/?utm_medium=copy_link">Instagram account</a> in the rapper’s name. In the clip you can hear and see Mac via a Zoom video call give a brief statement before the board votes unanimously in favor of his parole. No specific date of release was mentioned, but this is just the next step in Mac’s fight for freedom. </p>
<p>Earlier this year, Mac was <a contents="granted clemency" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.nola.com/news/crime_police/article_2896517c-9947-11eb-b4ec-d70df042488c.html">granted clemency</a> with a scheduled parole hearing date of June 22nd (today). In 2000, Mac was an up-and-coming artist and one of the stars of Master P.’s No Limit label. He was at a Louisiana club in February 2000 to perform when a fight broke out that led to gunfire. The results were the death of 19-year-old Barron Victor Jr. Mac was latter arrested that night and then charged with murder. In 2001 Mac was convicted of manslaughter and has spent the last 21 years of his life incarcerated. </p>
<p>Mac has always maintained his innocence and his push for freedom gained wider attention when multiple witnesses told the Huffington Post they were forced into stating that Phipps was the shooter. The Huffington Post was also able to obtain a copy of a videotaped confession from one of the security guards at the club where the murder happened. The security guard told police he was the one who pulled the trigger. </p>
<p>“Today marks the end of a long fight for justice," McKinley’s wife, Angelique Phipps said. “Today we are looking towards a brighter future for our family. We are grateful to all of those who have never wavered in their support of Mac’s innocence.”</p>
<p> </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/ee60f8f48094acdaf9a542f4b061968ec7c7c737/original/article-21b.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66663882021-06-21T22:49:50-04:002023-12-10T11:58:58-05:00Joint Rick Ross and Drake Album Could Be In The Works<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/1cf1f507af1b1ddc92ef3ef9c7f5bd57e1456ec5/original/rick-ross-drake.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>Two of hip hop’s biggest stars of the past decade, who last collaborated on “Lemon Pepper Freestyle”, <a contents="Drake" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/drake-url-and-clb">Drake</a> and Rick Ross may be closer to creating the joint project that’s been rumored to have been planned since 2012. Rick Ross spoke about this topic with <a contents="Complex" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.complex.com/music/rap-features-cost/">Complex</a>, and specifically how the timing has been off as to why the joint project from the two hasn’t come to fruition just yet. </p>
<p>“Well, me and Drizzy, we may have spoken within the last 48 hours, but it’s only so much I can say other than this is the closest or the realest he’s ever been. He’s wrapping up his project and I’m in the same space.” </p>
<p>“So the timing and everything is aligning. It’s something that we really want to give to the streets, on some real shit. So, it’s looking real solid. That’s the most I can say.” </p>
<p>The ‘Biggest Boss’ and the ‘6 God’ have routinely collaborated on records like “Stay Schemin”, “Money In The Grave”, and “Diced Pineapples”. Hopefully they’re able to give the fans what they want sooner than later.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66652852021-06-20T23:29:32-04:002021-07-05T19:41:53-04:00The ROC vs Dame<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/d3df2c14261bbb81d2be533a0547da4f1d095948/original/article-20.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence" style="">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Damon Dash is being <a contents="sued by Roc-A-Fella Records" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.revolt.tv/news/2021/6/19/22541288/jay-z-sues-dame-dash-over-reasonable-doubt-nft">sued by Roc-A-Fella Records</a>, the label he co-founded, for allegedly attempting to sell Jay-Z’s 1996 debut album, Reasonable Doubt, as an <a contents="NFT" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/hov-nft">NFT</a>. Dame was reportedly going to auction the NFT, but the auction was cancelled. According to reports the suit claims that Dash is “frantically scouting for another venue to make the sale.” The complaint was filed by attorney Alex Spiro. Even though Dame Dash is listed as an executive producer on the album, Spiro states that he has no legal ownership of Reasonable Doubt. </p>
<p>Dash <a contents="responded" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.62766/title.damon-dash-fires-back-at-jay-z-roc-a-fella-lawsuit#">responded</a> to the law suit, stating that it is full of inaccuracies. He also states that he’s not trying to just sell the album, he’s trying to sell his entire stake in Roc-A-Fella Records. According to a TMZ’s report, Dash said that in March Jay-Z tried to buy his one-third share of Roc-A-Fella at “a price I deemed unacceptable.” Dash is now looking for a new buyer, according to TMZ. Dash told TMZ: “Under the terms of the deal with a potential buyer, the buyer would buy my share of Roc a Fella Records and Jay-Z will have exclusive administration rights.” </p>
<p>Fans shouldn’t hold their breath for a R-O-C Reunion happening anytime soon.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66638912021-06-18T20:16:14-04:002021-12-28T15:53:33-05:00Hollywood Walk of Fame Honor Nipsey Hussle and DJ Khaled with their own stars on the walk<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/4a5e9b218bdafe7d5723e2121a77e6feff17e6c0/original/img-1464.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">by <a contents="Amoré King" data-link-label="Amoré King" data-link-type="page" href="/amore-king">Amoré King</a></p>
<p>Both Nipsey Hussle and <a contents="DJ Khaled" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/dj-khaled-reunites-nas-and-jay-z-for-new-sorry-not-sorry-single-and-video">DJ Khaled</a> will be receiving stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Nipsey Hussle will receive the honor posthumously. They are amongst 39 total recipients that will all grace Hollywood Boulevard. Hussle and Khaled will be included in the Recording category. The Motion Picture category includes new inductees like Tracee Ellis Ross, Regina King, Michael B. Jordan, Tessa Thompson, and more, in the Television category they will include Kenan Thompson and many more.</p>
<p>Ellen K. the Chair (of the selection committee and previous honoree) stated “The Panel did an amazing job choosing these very talented people. We can’t wait to see each honoree’s reaction as they realize that they are becoming a part of Hollywood’s history with the unveiling of their star on the world’s most famous walkway!” She announced the new honorees on the <a contents="Walk of Fame's" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://walkoffame.com/">Walk of Fame's</a> website.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66625182021-06-17T16:47:17-04:002022-05-09T02:31:34-04:00André 3000 Set To Costar In New Movie<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/994b1749adb0f8bd77727704a3296f4f26d7ec06/original/andre-3000-style-feat.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee </a></p>
<p><a contents="Legendary" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/lil-kim-to-release-memoir-the-queen-bee-this-fall">Legendary</a> rapper André 3000, aka André Benjamin has been cast as one of the main characters in an upcoming film. "Showing Up" is a movie about a visual artist preparing for an exhibition. André will be surrounded by talented, veteran actors, including for time Oscar nominee Michelle Williams, whose character will be the focus of the film. </p>
<p>Though he has mostly stayed out of the public eye in the past several years, <a contents="3000" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://allhiphop.com/news/andre-benjamin-showing-up-in-brand-new-movie/">3000</a> is no stranger to the big screen, having appeared in Idlewild, Four Brothers, Semi Pro, Be Cool, Battle In Seattle, to name a few. He also <a contents="starred" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.62698/title.andre-3000-locks-down-next-acting-role-in-a24-film">starred</a> as Jimi Hendrix in the biopic titled All Is By My Side. His acting credits also include multiple television appearances and the animated series Class of 3000.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66617112021-06-16T21:40:03-04:002021-07-22T21:41:09-04:00Jada Pinkett-Smith Reveals Unreleased Tupac Poem<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/d1aa61ae521160fd3be20bcdc61f582478e35584/original/gty-tupac-sk-140616-4x3-992.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>In celebration of what would have been the late rapper <a contents="Tupac Shakur’s" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://ew.com/movies/jim-belushi-tupac-shakur-nearly-collaborated-on-frank-sinatra-song/">Tupac Shakur’s</a> 50th birthday, <a contents='"Red Table Talk"' data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/bobby-brown-joins-red-table-talk-series-for-sit-down">"Red Table Talk"</a> host Jada Pinkett-Smith shared one of Tupac’s never seen before poems, via Instagram, for fans across the globe. </p>
<p>“Tupac Amaru Shakur would have been 50 midnight tonight! As we prepare to celebrate his legacy... let’s remember him for that which we loved most... his way with words.” she captioned the post. </p>
<p>Pinkett-Smith and Shakur had a longstanding friendship dating back to when they both attended the Baltimore School for the arts. </p>
<p>In her video tribute she stated, “I don’t think this one has ever been published, honestly. I don’t think he would have minded that I shared this with you guys." </p>
<p>Tupac Shakur was gunned down and killed on the Las Vegas strip after being in an altercation involving notorious Compton crip Orlando Anderson at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino after a Mike Tyson fight.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66602162021-06-15T13:53:43-04:002021-06-21T09:11:32-04:00An Award Fitting for A Queen<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/2b9dec7cca913d619afc11242f0853882f264fdd/original/article-19.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>For her contributions to music and pop culture, Queen Latifah is set to receive the Lifetime Achievement <a contents="Award" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/rock-roll-hall-of-fame-to-induct-tina-turner-ll-cool-j-and-jay-z">Award</a> during this year’s BET Awards. According to BET’s Executive Vice President of Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy, Connie Orlando, “Black women have been essential drivers of change throughout history, from the political sphere to the cultural zeitgeist. The BET Awards is the ultimate celebration of Black culture, and we are looking forward to spotlighting and celebrating Black women during this year’s show, recognizing them for everything they’ve accomplished and applauding them for what’s to come.” </p>
<p>With over 30 years in the entertainment industry, the 51 year old Queen, born Dana Owens, will be the <a contents="third youngest" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/awards/9587051/queen-latifah-lifetime-achievement-award-2021-bet-awards">third youngest</a> solo artist to receive a lifetime achievement award at the BET Awards. The youngest was the legendary Whitney Houston in 2001 and then Mary J. Blige in 2019. The U.N.I.T.Y. rapper is the only Hip Hop artist to win a Grammy, Emmy, Golden Globe, two NAACP Image Awards, three Screen Actors Guild Awards and have a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Latifah has sold over 2 million records and is also the first female hip hop artist to lead a sitcom, with FOX’s Living Single (1993-1998). </p>
<p>Queen Latifah currently stars in the CBS reboot of The Equalizer as the lead character. The BET Awards is set to air live on BET June 27th with a “<a contents="Year of the Black Woman" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://deadline.com/2021/06/bet-awards-2021-host-taraji-p-henson-queen-latifah-career-honor-1234775254/">Year of the Black Woman</a>” theme. Taraji P. Henson is set to host the show.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66595632021-06-14T22:28:13-04:002021-08-30T06:25:11-04:00“Big Meech” Receives Good News From U.S. District Court<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/35feb8a4b5f330d4e38ba70bd6f83f6b9f48179d/original/bigmeech1280-1000x600.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory was sentenced to 30 years in prison in 2008, for running the drug organization known as the <a contents="“Black Mafia Family”" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://deadline.com/2021/01/black-mafia-family-michole-briana-white-ajiona-alexus-eric-kofi-abrefa-myles-truitt-join-curtis-50-cent-jacksons-series-on-starz-1234675000/">“Black Mafia Family”</a>. Today, he received good news, after U.S. District Court judge David M. Lawson agreed to reduce Meech’s prison sentence from 360 months to 324 months, amounting to a 3-year sentence reduction. </p>
<p>After serving nearly 16 years in prison, and with minimal issues, instead of being scheduled for release in 2031, his new scheduled release date is now in 2028. So he could be released within the next 7 years.</p>
<p>The Black Mafia Family became well known in <a contents="Atlanta, GA" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/4f3LV62CVJDL4GRBnfX27DC/13-artists-that-made-atlanta-rap-what-it-is-today">Atlanta, GA</a> for putting on extravagant events and showing off their lavish lifestyles. Many attribute the organization's fall to them putting up "Black Mafia Family" billboard signs throughout the Atlanta area, and receiving heightened scrutiny from the Drug Enforcement Agency.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66582632021-06-13T13:47:00-04:002021-09-20T16:00:27-04:00Drake, URL and CLB<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/05796edd8aa01967ef5a06637af944d371867099/original/article-18b.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Last night at the <a contents="URL NOME XI Battle Rap Event" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/drake-will-appear-at-url-nome-xi-battle-rap-event-news.133466.html">URL NOME XI Battle Rap Event</a>, Drake teased fans once again about his upcoming Certified Lover Boy (CLB) album. “Oh yeah, I’ll be there. My album will be out by then.”, he said when someone mentions that the album would be out at the end of the summer. Other than that, there was no confirmation on a specific date. CLB will serve as a follow up to Drake’s 2018 double album Scorpion. The album was supposed to be released in January, but was pushed back due to a knee injury. The Canadian rapper gave fans a 3 piece in March when he dropped Scary Hours 2. </p>
<p>CLB wasn’t the main topic last night as Drake was in attendance for the URL battle rap event. He even put up an additional $50k <a contents="funding" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/drake-to-fund-url-rap-battle-championship">funding</a> to the pot, basically upping the ante for Geechi Gotti vs. Rum Nitty. A few years ago, Drake was supposed to battle Murda Mook but ultimately declined the match up. Drake and Mook were spotted last night chopping it up. Drake even went to IG afterwards and posted a pic of the two, captioning it with, "Me and @murdamookez talking shit about our bars for the battle that never happened," Drizzy captioned the photo. "Woulda smoked you." <a contents="Drake does have a history with battle rap" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.complex.com/music/drake-battle-rap-history/">Drake does have a history with battle rap</a> and is still heavily involved in the battle rap community. Maybe we’ll see him actually battle someone down the line. </p>
<p>Are you interested in Battle Rap Drizzy or are you more ready for CLB?</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66577142021-06-12T16:46:11-04:002021-06-12T16:46:11-04:00$300K Worth Of Jewelry Stolen From Swae Lee's Miami Hotel Room<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/0819fd4de4f7b64504aad0988161216fb08b8240/original/essxfk5uwau1luq.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee </a></p>
<p>Rapper Swae Lee alleges $300,000 worth of jewelry was <a contents="stolen" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/childish-gambino-roc-nation-and-young-thug-sued-for-allegedly-stealing-this-is-america">stolen</a> from his South Beach hotel room. Per the local <a contents="authorities" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.tmz.com/2021/06/12/swae-lee-jewelry-stolen-from-miami-hotel-room/">authorities</a>, when the rapper was checking out of The Mondrian this past Thursday, he noticed bracelets and chains were missing. He immediately notified hotel security, and a bracelet was eventually returned by one of the employees. </p>
<p>Swae Lee believes hotel employees are responsible for the theft and has filed a report with the Miami Police Department. The <a contents="hotel insists" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://allhiphop.com/news/swae-lee-robbed-of-30000-worth-of-jewelry-in-miami/">hotel insists</a> they are cooperating with the police, but the remaining missing jewelry is nowhere to be found. Swae is in Miami celebrating his birthday.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66567322021-06-11T14:30:53-04:002021-09-02T07:00:24-04:00Upcoming Verzuz Battle Dates Set For Bow Wow vs. Soulja Boy & Trina vs. Eve<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/c91f6745126f77a6b8e20292c1ae9210f9dc12b0/original/screen-shot-2020-07-24-at-11-27-09-am.png/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee</a> </p>
<p><a contents="Verzuz" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/the-rematch-is-here">Verzuz</a> officially announced its June lineup this past <a contents="Wednesday" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://allhiphop.com/news/dates-sets-for-bow-wow-vs-soulja-boy-eve-vs-trina-verzuz-events/">Wednesday</a>. Former teen rappers Bow Wow and Soulja Boy will face off on June 16th. This will be followed by the first female rap Verzuz battle between <a contents="Eve and Trina" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://theshaderoom.com/eve-and-trina-named-next-verzuz-battle/">Eve and Trina</a> on June 26th. Included in the announcement was a mystery battle in partnership with the Essence Festival. </p>
<p>Bow Wow and Soulja Boy have been going back and forth on social media leading up to the battle being made official. People have questioned if Eve and Trina were an appropriate match-up, citing their musical differences.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66547832021-06-09T21:37:59-04:002022-02-03T13:38:40-05:00Best Selling Author Sanyika Shakur Has Passed Away<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/1a9e5804acbd7e531808118af8fb774a7a490f24/original/51qc0cdkc5l.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>Best selling author Sanyika Shakur, formerly known as <a contents="“Monster” Kody Scott" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://moguldom.com/237796/10-things-about-sanyika-shakur-aka-monster-kody-scott/">“Monster” Kody Scott</a>, has died, according to sources. Shakur, a well known former Eight Tray Crip from Los Angeles rose to national fame after releasing an autobiography about his life, “Monster: The Autobiography of an L.A. Gang Member.” </p>
<p>Shakur got the nickname “Monster” in the mid-1970s after he beat and stomped a robbery victim until he was disfigured. However, Shakur denounced his former life and joined the Republic of New Africa movement while in prison. It was in 1993 while he was incarcerated at <a contents="Pelican Bay" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=5584254">Pelican Bay</a>, a maximum security prison, that he published his autobiography while in solitary confinement. </p>
<p>“I was a criminal. I became a revolutionary. And people expected me to commit class suicide as a successful writer and become a noted author, and to me, I didn’t want to go that way. I didn’t want to be the go to guy when they said, ‘What about gangs?’ Because that’s not what it’s about,” he wrote. </p>
<p>He reportedly died of a stroke, but that has yet to be confirmed by his family.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66533202021-06-08T18:51:35-04:002022-04-15T06:59:24-04:00Kill The King?<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/ca05da56023afbd09759e0f9bc08bb5075bdfe12/original/article-17.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>2021 has been a rough year for T.I., but amidst several <a contents="allegations" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/ti-and-tiny-cleared-in-las-vegas-sexual-assault-investigation-report-news.132163.html">allegations</a> levied against him and his wife, the rapper is planning to ceremoniously retire and bow out of the game. The self-proclaimed King of the South announced that <em>Kill The King</em> will be his final album. The announcement came at the <a contents="end of the video" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/ti-announces-kill-the-king-final-album-in-what-its-come-to-visual-new-video.46577.html">end of the video</a> for his new single, “What it’s Come To.” The video also makes reference to the <a contents="allegations and situation" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/ti-and-tiny-lock-themselves-down-in-atlanta-news.133386.html">allegations and situation</a> the artist finds himself in. These of course, are allegations that T.I. and his wife have vehemently denied. </p>
<p>Even though the title of TIP’s retirement album seems fittingly for his <a contents="issues" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/kimora-lee-simmons-and-new-husband-being-sued-by-ex-russel-lee-simmons">issues</a> today, the ATL rapper actually talked about this back in 2017. During an interview with The Breakfast Club TIP states, <em>“I’m ready to get the hell outta [the rap game],” he said. “I got this next album, I got three albums in my head I’ve already conceptualized. Once I get them out, I’m done.”</em> His last project, the <em>L.I.B.R.A</em>., the 11th studio album in his catalog, was released in October 2021. </p>
<p>Fans will no doubt still be on the lookout for <em>Kill The King</em>, while The King will no doubt look to clear his name expeditiously.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66522982021-06-07T19:49:57-04:002021-08-28T13:28:00-04:00Snoop Dogg Adds Another Milestone To Legendary Career<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/65205a499efed6c89d49125b99d3b6df5fb415f3/original/snoop-dogg-new-album-song-3852c5d5-f9e2-45d2-85bb-5f8bdd7c1c50.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
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<p>The iconic Hip-Hip legend, Snoop Dogg, has just added another major move to his storied career. </p>
<p>According to a press release, ‘Uncle Snoop’ has just accepted an executive role with the most iconic Hip-Hop record label, Def Jam. Snoop has been appointed as the new Executive Creative and Strategic Consultant, with a main area of focus on A&R (artists and repertoire) and creative development. </p>
<p>“They did all types of s--t I wanted to be a part of - and then Death Row happened,” Snoop explained. “So, I didn’t get a chance to be on Def Jam, but I always had a dream to be on Def Jam and to be in the place where Hip-Hip originated.” </p>
<p>“So when I got the opportunity, my main focus on <a contents="Def Jam Records" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/hip-hop/8096177/def-jam-history-timeline-paul-rosenberg">Def Jam Records</a> was to go and help the artists, give them love, give them wisdom, guidance and understanding, and teach them some tricks I learned in the game; to diversity their portfolio, to not just be rappers, to not just be artists but to be superstars, superheroes, so to speak.” </p>
<p>After being co-founded by <a contents="Russel Simmons" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/kimora-lee-simmons-and-new-husband-being-sued-by-ex-russel-lee-simmons">Russel Simmons</a> and Rick Rubin, Def Jam became a Hip-Hop staple in the 1980’s, launching the careers of Hip-Hop pioneers, such as LL Cool J, Beastie Boys, Slick Rick, and Public Enemy. The label lost some of it’s steam in the early 90’s, however they rebounded strong and over the next few decades, and up to today, have returned to it’s Hip-Hop dominance.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66512242021-06-06T16:21:14-04:002021-06-06T16:21:14-04:00Mariah Carey Leaves ROC Nation After Alleged “Explosive” Meeting<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/ee519dee6e06acb3364247c452eaaf0d977a53af/original/article-16.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence" style="">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>After an alleged explosive kerfuffle during a meeting, it appears Mariah Carey will no longer be managed by <a contents="Jay-Z’s" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/hov-nft">Jay-Z’s</a> Roc Nation. The two had been friends for years before <a contents="Carey signed to Roc Nation" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://pagesix.com/2017/11/20/mariah-carey-signs-with-jay-zs-roc-nation-after-firing-manager/?_ga=2.27843836.111501792.1623007336-974605453.1623007336">Carey signed to Roc Nation</a> in 2017. The disagreement is said to be over the future of Mariah’s career and the meeting ended with the two sides parting ways. </p>
<p>A source from an article in the <a contents="Sun" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/15167852/mariah-carey-quits-jay-z-roc-nation/">Sun</a> states, “Mariah and Jay had an explosive meeting which did not go well at all. She has made it clear she wants nothing more to do with him and has called it quits with Roc Nation. She will formally depart in the next few weeks. It is a shame because they had done some great work in the last few years. But this meeting couldn’t have gone much worse.” This conflicts with another source of information from <a contents="Metro UK" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://metro.co.uk/2021/06/05/mariah-carey-leaves-jay-zs-roc-nation-after-blazing-row-14722067/">Metro UK</a>, that states the pair parted ways amicable. This article states that they are on great terms and Mariah is now being managed by a former Roc Nation associate that is now a partner at a rival managing company. </p>
<p>Mariah is said to be working on a new R&B influenced album and a tour for 2021. She is no longer listed on Roc Nation’s list of acts that can be found on their website.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66508092021-06-05T23:29:02-04:002021-06-05T23:30:49-04:00Civil Rights Attorney Tahanie Aboushi Gets Snoop Dogg's Endorsement For NYC D.A. <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/b2c312e36da50f989dea7fc9509f5ed2bc1faea5/original/img-1206.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_thick" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="Amoré King" data-link-label="Amoré King" data-link-type="page" href="/amore-king">Amoré King</a></p>
<p>Rapper Snoop Dogg is in the news again. This times Snoop is involved in politics. Snoop Dogg is giving a ringing endorsement to Civil Rights Attorney Tahanie Aboushi for District Attorney of NYC. Tahanie A. Aboushi is a Palestinian-American civil rights attorney and partner at The Aboushi Law Firm in New York City.</p>
<p>Snoop Dogg stated. “Tahanie is exactly who we need as District Attorney,” “She’s a civil rights lawyer and has fought for people her entire career. As someone from the impacted community, she knows exactly what our communities have been through. I’m with you sis, and endorse you fully. Let’s get this win!”</p>
<p>Aboushi has an uphill battle. She must face off against more than six different candidates. All of the candidates are said to have solid credentials for the position. Tahanie Aboushi's for the people style campaign is winning her over lots of people in the court of public opinion.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66495392021-06-04T10:52:34-04:002021-06-04T10:52:34-04:00Vanessa Bryant Calls Out Nike For Leaking Unreleased "Mambacita" Shoe<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/50acaeb312738da97b1ca3e8db1340f9772ffa5d/original/m4ucli3kwnfdfp4zr7xvyxl44i.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee </a></p>
<p>Vanessa Bryant took to <a contents="Instagram" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CPpiiCjDQRJ/?utm_medium=copy_link">Instagram</a> early Thursday to <a contents="call out" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://theshaderoom.com/vanessa-bryant-speaks-out-after-the-mambacita-shoe-honoring-gianna-bryant-is-leaked-ends-up-in-another-persons-possession/">call out</a> Nike about an unreleased shoe, the "Mamacita", that has ended up in the possession of an unknown person. In April, it was announced that Kobe Bryant's estate would not be renewing its partnership with Nike, and the <a contents="unauthorized" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/mac-miller-s-estate-slams-unauthorized-biography-writer">unauthorized</a> shoe was not meant to be<a contents=" released" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/vanessa-bryant-nike-mambacita-shoe/"> released</a>. </p>
<p>In her statement, Vanessa “This is a shoe I worked on in honor of my daughter, Gianna. It was going to be called the MAMBACITA shoe as an exclusive black and white colorway on her daddy’s shoes.” She went on to state that the proceeds from the sale of the show were intended to go to the Mamba/Mamacita Sports Foundation. </p>
<p>She then called out Nike, stating “If someone can share how they have these shoes in their possession, that would be great because my daughters and I don’t have any of Gigi’s MAMBACITA shoes.”</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66490022021-06-03T22:49:12-04:002021-06-03T22:49:12-04:00Cash Money Was Unaware of Jay-Z’s “Ha” Remix<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/5d9f48274232bb04588512917587f94007500493/original/51oywymthtl.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="By DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">By DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>New Orleans Hip-Hop veteran Juvenile recently made a visit to “VladTV” and discussed a number of moments of his decades long career. One of the most memorable moments, was when he discussed one of the tracks that was added on the re-release of the album. </p>
<p>Contrary to popular belief, album sales of <a contents="“400 Degreez”" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.revolt.tv/2018/11/3/20824516/how-juvenile-s-400-degreez-launched-the-cash-money-empire">“400 Degreez”</a> were pretty lukewarm at first, until they received an unexpected boost from Jay-Z, in the form of a remix to “Ha” that Cash Money was aware of. </p>
<p>“So when JAY-Z sent the remix to us, it was kind of unexpected,” Juvenile said. “We didn’t know he was going to do that anyway. He did it on his own. So the idea came to go back and put the JAY-Z song on the remix. Cause JAY-Z wasn’t on the album originally. We gon’ put the JAY-Z song on the album, and I recorded ‘Follow Me Now’ - not knowing that it was a Carlos Santana sample, and not knowing it was already big before I said anything on it. It blew up.” </p>
<p>“400 Degreez” would continue on to sell over 6 million copies and really cemented <a contents="Cash Money Records" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/the-cash-is-still-coming-in-for-cash-money">Cash Money Records</a> as a powerhouse and spawned many other rapper from New Orleans, and other areas of Louisiana</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66485702021-06-03T14:35:42-04:002022-10-28T04:49:41-04:00Yo Gotti Makes Major Move With Interscope Records<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/8163714055cb832faaa45f336053d6801b56d622/original/6c3abae1fc7368699906528d1cc82066.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee </a></p>
<p>Rapper Yo Gotti recently announced that he is expanding his <a contents="partnership" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://allhiphop.com/news/yo-gotti-makes-power-move-with-interscope-records-deal/">partnership</a> with Interscope Records through his CMG label. With the new expansion, CMG will scout new talent and continue to work with the current roster, which includes high charting artists like Moneybagg Yo, whose most recent album was #1 in the country, and 42 Dugg, whose most recent album hit #8 on the <a contents="Billboard" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/billboard-announces-2021-nominees">Billboard</a> 200. EST Gee, Black Youngsta, and Blocc Boy JB round out the remainder of the <a contents="roster" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.billboard.com/amp/articles/news/9581817/yo-gotti-cmg-interscope-geffen-partnership">roster</a>. </p>
<p>Yo Gotti has had a long run in the music industry with Interscope, having dropped 10 full-length albums, countless mixtapes, and being very hands-on with CMG artists. </p>
<p>Interscope has helped several record labels reach success, including Death Row, Dreamville, and Bad Boy, to name a few.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66466912021-06-01T20:20:17-04:002021-06-02T13:09:02-04:00Gorilla Glue Girl Sends Cease & Desist Letter to TikTok Creator<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/62c1a5a36863d793be055596a258eb10a455d244/original/07xp-gorillaglue-articlelarge.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee</a></p>
<p>The legal team of Tessica Brown, better known as Gorilla Glue Girl, has sent a <a contents="cease and desist" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.complex.com/life/gorilla-glue-girl-cease-and-desist-viral-song-bad-idea">cease and desist</a> letter to TikTok creator Cocoa Brown for using her voice without permission. Cocoa's viral hit "Bad Idea" samples Tessica's voice from her infamous <a contents="Gorilla Glue" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://theshaderoom.com/tessica-brown-sends-cease-desist-to-viral-it-dont-move-song-creator-for-sampling-her-voice-without-permission/">Gorilla Glue</a> mishap that captivated the nation earlier in the year. </p>
<p>According to the legal team, they have sent multiple cease and desist letters to Cocoa, streaming services, and several social media platforms to have the song removed. They claim that Cocoa is profiting from the use of the voice sample and is not compensating Tessica. </p>
<p>Yessica Brown went <a contents="viral" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/souja-boy-returns-to-top-of-billboard-chart">viral</a> in February after posting videos of the aftermath of using Gorilla Glue adhesive on her hair.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66443342021-05-30T18:57:03-04:002021-09-20T11:41:41-04:00Gunshots, One Injured At Boosie Badazz Video Shoot In Alabama<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/8077a3ea5dedf0b6f307fcfa6f0a242ce61d2719/original/pri-1405339451-e1589450448803-1.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee</a> </p>
<p>Boosie was on set filming a music video for his song "Clutchin" in Huntsville, Alabama when shots were reportedly fired. There are <a contents="reports" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://allhiphop.com/news/gunfire-erupts-on-boosie-video-shoot/">reports</a> that one person was seriously injured, but it was not Boosie. </p>
<p>Local authorities were called to the scene on response to shots being fired around 4:30pm EST. According to Huntsville PD, there were 50-100 people fleeing the area to escape the gunfire. They then discovered a man laying on the ground with a gunshot wound. The man was transported to the hospital. </p>
<p>There are currently no <a contents="suspects" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://theshaderoom.com/gunshots-reportedly-fired-at-boosies-recent-video-shoot-in-alabama-one-person-said-to-have-been-wounded/">suspects</a> or motive. Boosie has yet to publicly speak out about the incident. Boosie is no stranger to gun violence, as he was shot in the leg in November 2020 while attending the Dallas funeral of <a contents="slain rapper Mo3" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/2nd-man-charged-in-the-shooting-death-of-rapper-mo3">slain rapper Mo3</a>.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66437642021-05-29T18:32:15-04:002021-05-29T18:32:15-04:00New Lawsuit Against Juice Wrld's Estate<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/2d458a0dac4cfa7881f6cdac5b605d31c265d9ec/original/img-0967.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_thick" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="Amoré King" data-link-label="Amoré King" data-link-type="page" href="/amore-king">Amoré King</a></p>
<p>A new lawsuit has emerged against the estate of rapper Juice Wrld. Juice Wrld was an American rapper, singer, and songwriter from Chicago. His song "Lucid Dreams" peeked at #2 on the Billboard Charts. The rapper passed away in 2019. </p>
<p>The law suit by Danny Choi alleges that a Juice Wrld song "Scared of Love" used 16 bars of one of his own songs. The song in question is called "So High", released in 2013 under the name Ghost Loft. Danny Choi, better known by his stage name Ghost Loft, is an American songwriter, record producer and recording artist based in Los Angeles. His genres include electronic music and <a contents="R&amp;B" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/dope-tho-or-nope-tho/blog/tez-is-here-to-motivate-you-are-you-ready">R&B</a>.</p>
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<p>The lawsuit also goes on to state the producer of the Juice Wrld song,<a contents=" Mitch Mula" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://genius.com/artists/Mitch-mula"> Mitch Mula</a> stated "Scared of Love" couldn't have been made without the contributions from Ghost Loft's song. In the suit Universal Music Group, Juice's mother (the executor of the estate), and Mitch Mula are named. Ghost Loft wants writing credits, damages, and an injunction to stop further profits off of his work from "Scared of Love.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66428302021-05-28T16:30:28-04:002022-05-30T05:20:41-04:00New Rory & Mal?<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/e9561664d5aba09f6e2d0173fc2b73cc4ea535a2/original/article-15-pic.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>After being <a contents="“fired”" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/joe-budden-fires-podcast-co-host-during-podcast">“fired”</a> from The Joe Budden Podcast (JBP) earlier this month, it looks like half of the JBP boys are back at it. Rory Farrell and Jamil “Mal” Clay, known by many as co-hosts of The Joe Budden Podcast along with Joe Budden himself, are back with a new YouTube channel. The new channel, titled New Rory & Mal, debuted this week and the first video to appear is a short video skit <a contents="“The Job Hunt.”" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/X8rnIC-ViUo">“The Job Hunt.”</a> </p>
<p>The pair previously had a hiatus from The JBP before returning for a couple of episodes only to fall out again and Joe publicly firing co-host Rory during <a contents="Episode 437" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://allhiphop.com/news/did-joe-budden-announce-the-end-of-the-joe-budden-podcast-with-rory-mal/">Episode 437</a>. After a series of tweets from Budden, fans were able to get a response from Rory and Mal, via an <a contents="hour-long video on Vimeo for $2" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://vimeo.com/ondemand/roryandmal/549657191" style="">hour-long video on Vimeo for $2</a> titled, "I'll Name This Response Later." Now fans are able to catch the pair in their “The Job Hunt” video with hopes of more to come. The “more to come” could possibly include a new podcast, which only makes sense. Stay tuned for more on this roller coaster ride with the former JBP crew.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66418212021-05-27T16:41:00-04:002023-12-10T12:48:03-05:00Summer Jam Is Made in America<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/43bcb4f67a6f53fa51d656dc5c6fec407d42eee6/original/article-14.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>No, this is not a combination of two major Hip Hop events, but rather a comeback story. After a year off due to COVID, radio station HOT 97’s Summer Jam Concert is set to return this year. Also set to return this year is <a contents="Jay-Z’s" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/hov-nft">Jay-Z’s</a> Made in America Festival. </p>
<p>HOT 97 announced yesterday that Summer Jam would be returning in 2021 after being <a contents="cancelled" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.revolt.tv/news/2020/4/21/21230032/hot-97-summer-jam-postponed-covid-19">cancelled</a> in 2020. The event is set to take place August 22nd at MetLife Stadium. Performers have yet to be announced, but in year’s past we’ve seen the likes of <a contents="Jay-Z, NAS" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/dj-khaled-reunites-nas-and-jay-z-for-new-sorry-not-sorry-single-and-video">Jay-Z, NAS</a>, 50 Cent, Wu-Tang, Beyonce and more. Let's not forget the time HOV had <a contents="Michael Jackson" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.mtv.com/news/1444873/jay-zs-special-guest-a-thriller-for-summer-jam-crowd/">Michael Jackson</a> on the Summer Jam stage in 2001. Tickets for Summer Jam go on sale starting Friday, June 25, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. ET at Ticketmaster.com. </p>
<p>Speaking of HOV, Summer Jam is not the only concert coming back this year. The Made in America Festival is set to return to Philadelphia on Labor Day weekend a year after being <a contents="cancelled" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/music/2020/07/01/jay-z-made-america-festival-canceled-due-pandemic/5360504002/">cancelled</a>. The festival, founded and ran by Jay-Z will happen September 4th & 5th. “We are thrilled to announce Made in America 2021 on the legendary Benjamin Franklin Parkway. This year will be like no other, as Made in America celebrates 10 years of music history-making moments,” stated Jay-Z. The lineup will be announced in the coming weeks, but tickets are available now through Ticketmaster.com.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66411012021-05-26T22:24:33-04:002021-05-26T22:26:29-04:00The Rematch Is Here!<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/02cb2f3895b6049555c78f70dcd60e3e0715cf31/original/gettyimages-1174251271.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By: <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>If fans of the ultra popular <a contents="“Verzuz”" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/bow-wow-vs-soulja-boy">“Verzuz”</a> series remember, back in March Swizz Beatz and Timbaland posted the scheduled artists and dates that were going to be matched up in future Verzuz battles. On that schedule, it had a rematch listed for Memorial Day weekend, but had the names blurred out, until today! </p>
<p>If you haven’t seen or heard by now, the Verzuz rematch this weekend will be none other than the original competitors for the very first “Verzuz” battle, Timbaland and Swizz Beatz! </p>
<p>For those that don’t know or don’t remember, the duo originally had a beat battle back in 2018 at <a contents="Hot 97’s Summer Jam festival" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/hot-97s-summer-jam-returns-2021-1174679/">Hot 97’s Summer Jam festival</a>. Then in March of last year (2020) the two faced off in the first “Verzuz” style battle online on Instagram live. It was widely agreed by viewers that the Ruff Ryders vet one the first battle, so everyone is anxious to see if Timbaland can get his revenge and take home the victory for the rematch. </p>
<p>The rematch between Timbaland and Swizz Beats will take place Sunday May 30th at 8 p.m. ET live at <a contents="Club Liv in Miami" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://edm.com/events/liv-nightclub-miami-reopening-alesso-the-martinez-brothers">Club Liv in Miami</a>. You can view it streaming live on Instagram Live via the VerzuzTV account or Triller.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66398572021-05-25T16:26:59-04:002021-05-25T16:26:59-04:00Swizz Beats Explains All the Exodus Guest Features<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/ecfb5caa72e8a3b9d3d79156d1c302db6e003aea/original/article-13.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>This Friday (May 28th), fans will be in for a treat as DMX’s <a contents="posthumous" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/rap-icon-dmx-has-died-at-age-50">posthumous</a> album is scheduled to be released. Luckily for all us hip hop heads and other music lovers, the Dog was able to complete his album, <a contents="Exodus" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/dmx-exodus-album-coming-soon">Exodus</a>, or at least most of it before his death in April. Rumblings suggest that we will hear the aggressive rap delivery and multifaceted content known to X fans for years now. </p>
<p>Swizz Beatz, who executive produced Exodus, chopped it up recently on <a contents="Apple Music 1" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/apple-music-updates-average-payout-per-stream">Apple Music 1</a> with Zane Lowe. One of the topics of conversation that many people have wondered about, is the number of guest features on the album. This was also a topic of conversation on the latest episode of the <a contents="Dope Tho Podcast" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/3HALBtwy55w">Dope Tho Podcast</a>. </p>
<p>When talking to Zane Lowe, Swizz suggests that the only posthumous track is the Moneybagg Yo feature. "Everything else X was present and happy for. We had a conversation, and I told him, I said, yo, I know you don't like a lot of features, but I think it's time that people should see that other people love you as well and you're respected by serious, serious artists. Although you're humble, although you don't really have features, let's have fun with it, come out the gate," he continues. "Then the next album, we can get back to how you want to do it, but let's have some fun. Let's give them something they can't expect.”, states Swizz. </p>
<p>One of the first singles from the album is “<a contents="Hood Blues" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/xZwvK_dSMUo">Hood Blues</a>” featuring Griselda. Don’t forget to check out DMX’s Exodus this Friday. Are you ready?</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/bf1c9ec2a188c4801315e5806f85ebd9eee85cc1/original/article-12a.png/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66391762021-05-24T22:04:59-04:002021-05-24T22:04:59-04:00Diddy Avoided “Hit Piece” By Martin Bashir<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/e398415d4eee47ad36fea34969c5c7ad49be54db/original/907df6ee-8a9c-4a01-87e1-5866b0b67e1f-16x9-600x338.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>According to Diddy’s former publicist, Rob Shuter, host of the podcast, “Naughty But Nice With Rob”, disgraced journalist Martin Bashir had his crosshairs on Diddy after his projects with the late Princess Diana in 1995, and the late <a contents="Michael Jackson" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/michael-jackson-s-estate-wins-big-in-tax-case">Michael Jackson</a> in 2003. </p>
<p>“I had an encounter with Martin Bashir that I’ve never talked about. So after Martin did his Princess Diana interview, his next bombshell was Michael Jackson. He did the huge Michael Jackson interview and within months, Martin called me himself to meet me to do Diddy. He wanted Diddy, Puff Daddy, to be the next one in the trilogy.” However, Puff quickly shot him down according to Shuter. “So, I spoke to Puff and was like, ‘Martin Bashir wants to do you next after Miachael Jackson.’ Puff was like, Hell no! I’m not sitting down with him.” </p>
<p>Bashir recently resigned from his role at the <a contents="British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.equalityhumanrights.com/en/publication-download/investigation-unlawful-pay-discrimination-bbc">British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)</a> just prior to the release of an independent investigation that revealed the journalist forged documents to suggest that Palace staff were being paid to spy on the princess, so that he would be granted access to speak with Princess Diana.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66381492021-05-23T17:22:22-04:002021-09-12T17:01:47-04:00Bow Wow vs Soulja Boy?<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/8dfb17e238ce9c7b8bc07b58654aeac52e7c9e1b/original/article-12a.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>On Saturday, <a contents="Soulja Boy" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/multiple-record-labels-are-interested-in-signing-soulja-boy-after-the-viral-success-of-his-new-single">Soulja Boy</a> tweeted that a Verzuz battle with Bow Wow was official. This comes after last week’s debate about a battle between Bow Wow and Romeo. “Soulja Boy vs Bow wow #Verzuz it’s official,”, tweeted Big Draco. There has been no such official announcement from Verzuz, Timbaland or Swizz, but the latter reportedly shared Soulja’s tweet to his IG story. </p>
<p>Bow Wow and Big Soulja took to IG Live later to show a love fest of appreciation for the alleged upcoming battle. “Me and you brother make so much sense. We’ve been on tour together, me and you got a whole muthafuckin’ mixtape together, me and you got a hit record together. We on tour right now! And on top of that, you got a hot new record out. The day before we do Verzuz, n-gga my movie comes out … see how we lined this shit up?”, says Bow. </p>
<p>By the rapper’s timeframe it appears the battle would be held on June 26 because that is the day after the release of F9. <a contents="Bow Wow vs Soulja Boy" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.complex.com/music/2020/07/bow-wow-responds-fans-asking-for-verzuz-battle-against-soulja-boy">Bow Wow vs Soulja Boy</a> is something fans have been excited about since last year. Both artists reached high levels of success in the early 2000s, setting trends and paving the way for the next generation. The two have dissed each other, made music together (2008’s Marco Polo and 2016’s Ignorant Shit mixtape) and toured together throughout their career. </p>
<p>Bow Wow has sold over 10 million albums and went platinum three times out of his six projects. Meanwhile, Soulja Boy has had several hits chart on Billboard, including his latest hit, “<a contents="She Make It Clap" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/souja-boy-returns-to-top-of-billboard-chart">She Make It Clap</a>”. Fans will look forward to official news soon from Verzuz.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/2622711fce327e57920a9964759a70e51bae163e/original/article-12.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66364082021-05-21T09:19:09-04:002021-05-21T09:19:09-04:00Kimora Lee Simmons And New Husband Being Sued By Ex Russel Lee Simmons<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/648c57586e6f5788cb85837f07e2b9958cf5c99e/original/russell-simmons-contact-information.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee'&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee</a></p>
<p>Russell Lee Simmons is <a contents="suing" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/childish-gambino-roc-nation-and-young-thug-sued-for-allegedly-stealing-this-is-america">suing</a> his ex-wife Kimora Lee Simmons and her current husband Tim Leissner. According to court <a contents="documents" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.theblast.com/6490017/russell-simmons-suing-ex-wife-kimora-lee-simmons-over-celsius-en">documents</a>, Russell alleges that his ex and her husband took his shares in the energy drink Celsius and used them to fund Leissner's legal fees. </p>
<p><a contents="Leissner pled guilty" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://theshaderoom.com/kimora-lee-simmons-husband-tim-leissner-pleads-guilty-in-billion-dollar-money-laundering-scheme-ordered-to-pay-43m/">Leissner pled guilty</a> to conspiracy to launder money and violate foreign anti-bribery laws in 2018. Russell alleges that the funds from the Celsius shares were used to keep Leissner out on bail and compensate victims, with the sum sitting at over $40 million dollars. </p>
<p>Russell sent a <a contents="letter" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://theshaderoom.com/russell-simmons-sues-his-ex-wife-kimora-lee-simmons-her-new-husband-for-allegedly-taking-his-shares-from-energy-drink-company-to-fund-her-husbands-legal-fees/">letter</a> to Kimora asking her to "do the right thing" on May 5th of this year, but ended up filing the suit only a couple of weeks later. In response, Kimora put out a statement claiming this was Russel's attempt at extortion and continuing years of abuse. </p>
<p>Kimora's legal team states that they will get Russell held accountable for "serial abuse" and clear her and her husband's name in court. </p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66348822021-05-19T19:27:36-04:002021-05-19T19:27:36-04:00Legendary Comedian Paul Mooney Has Passed Away<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/43ae0402a551b21178fad2d6aef95477d77dc33d/original/0cb0494bc4254e1cd3c75dd5579dd0e5.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>Paul Mooney, best known for his collaborations with Richard Pryor, passed away today of an apparent heart attack at the age of 79. CNN contributor <a contents="Roland Martin" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.phillytrib.com/entertainment/television/roland-martin-makes-strides-with-digital-newscast/article_957b75f0-85bb-503b-96b5-e3ee976aca8e.html">Roland Martin</a> was one of the first to break the news, as Mooney’s cousin, Rudy Ealy, relayed the news to Martin earlier today. </p>
<p>The writer, comedian, and actor wrote for sitcoms such as “Sandford and Son” and “Good Times”, however, most would agree that his greatest works were the many collaborations he performed with Legendary comedian Richard Pryor. Mooney was the head writer for “The Richard Pryor Show”, co-wrote a large portion of Pryor’s comedy albums, and also provided material for Pryor when he hosted “Saturday Night Live.” </p>
<p>Mooney was a genius when it came to mixing in social commentary with his comedy, as was apparent when he was introduced to a younger generation via his regular appearances on the <a contents="“Chappelle Show”" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/chappelles-show-returns-to-netflix-with-dave-chappelles-blessing-4132206/">“Chappelle Show”</a>.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66339382021-05-18T19:46:28-04:002021-05-18T19:46:28-04:00Drake Got the Chickens <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/f1381a38c24920153128528168d3c4485d81ffe9/original/article-11.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p><a contents="Drake" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/drake-to-fund-url-rap-battle-championship">Drake</a> may now start going by the 6 Plant-Based God. <a contents="Bloomberg" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/rapper-drake-invests-faux-chicken-170338829.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly9oaXBob3BkeC5jb20v&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAL_KsnpiGDAkkKiKN6iizGHwL_8uifR49KrHoDNwTwvUAVXLdmlebVKVb_9cw0TDVO14FHObhGeI5nEgCoXv380Rbvdz0DwlcTPYZHinL1y_PLo0GTQIq6tsdzB1lIHJrZDzJ0Uo-tmdE4ENWpGn1NeOZuiFvRkIfJdxTns_yExR">Bloomberg</a> reports that the Canadian rapper is reportedly part of a group of investors that raised $40 million for Daring Foods Inc. The Los Angeles based company just debuted their plant-based chicken in 2020 with an ambitious goal to remove chicken from the world’s food system due to food industry’s poor treatment of animals and its negative environmental impact. The global plant-based chicken arena is projected to reach $8 billion by 2030, according to Future Market Insights. </p>
<p>Daring has gained a lot of funding in a short period of time and the company should be able to triple distribution to more than 4,500 U.S. stores in 2021 as they are already partnering with Costco and Kroger. Drizzy continues to think outside the music box as he works on building assets in ventures other than hip hop. Along with his Daring Inc. investment, Drake was an early supporter and investor in a Toronto-based brokerage firm that reached a <a contents="$4 billion valuation" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.61946/title.drake-supported-toronto-brokerage-hits-4b-valuation">$4 billion valuation</a> in May. Drake is joining a list of celebrities that have jumped into the plant-based field, including Jay-Z and Serena Williams.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66330662021-05-17T23:02:19-04:002021-09-19T07:16:49-04:00Fat Joe Confirms He No Longer Controls Big Pun’s Catalog<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/05e723216b94f67da00cd82d2eef5dbb6e86fa03/original/16113379825694.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="By DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">By DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>Terror Squad boss Fat Joe recently sat down with the <a contents="“Drink Champs”" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/drake-to-appear-on-upcoming-episode-of-popular-show-drink-champs">“Drink Champs”</a> podcast and revealed that he turned over the rights to the late Big Pun’s music to his family. </p>
<p>After an almost two decade long dispute of the later rapper’s catalog, ‘Joey Crack’ talked about when he turned the rights over to the family. “He passed away, I did something nobody ever did and I’m not trying to be disrespectful, but I don’t think Puff Daddy gave the rights to Biggie back, I don’t think they gave the rights to Tupac back.” </p>
<p>He also stated that, “So I said, ‘OK, you saying Fat Joe’s jerking you... [he’s] taken everything. Take everything, it’s not a problem, everybody got whatever they want, get everything. Fat Joe doesn’t own a dollar, no attach[ment]. I don’t have nothing to do with Big Pun. That’s what y’all wanted.” </p>
<p>Fat Joe discovered Big Pun in the early 90’s and quickly became his right hand man within the Terror Squad. Working with Joe, Big Pun produced major hits, including a <a contents="GRAMMY" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.nytimes.com/news-event/grammy-awards">GRAMMY</a> nomination, and becoming the first solo Hip-Hop records by a Latino artist to go platinum.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66319972021-05-16T19:26:42-04:002021-05-16T19:26:42-04:00Cole + Diddy + Kendrick <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/2607ca75abc793a752fe95e5b9850247e3fcbe59/original/article-10.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>It’s finally <a contents="Off-Season time" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/yes-it-is-j-cole-off-season-time">Off-Season time</a> and with that comes a lot of different things for J. Cole. The rapper has found himself busy these days, from <a contents="playing professional ball with the African basketball league" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.cnn.com/2021/05/16/entertainment/j-cole-africa-basketball-the-off-season-trnd/index.html">playing professional ball with the African basketball league</a> to dealing with reactions from lyrics on his latest project. On Cole’s long-awaited recent album, he raps about fighting with Diddy. Something many people were aware of, even though neither party involved ever really <a contents="discussed what happened" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.25221/title.diddy-j-cole-address-fight-rumors">discussed what happened</a>. </p>
<p>On ‘let.go.my.hand’, track 8 on The Off-Season, Cole raps about the 2013 incident: “My last scrap was with Puff, who would have thought it?”. The incident occurred during an afterparty following the 2013 Video Music Awards. According to reports, partygoers packed the PHD Dream Downtown in Manhattan. This is where an intoxicated Diddy allegedly confronted <a contents="Kendrick Lamar" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/new-music-from-kendrick-lamar-may-be-coming-sooner-than-you-think">Kendrick Lamar</a> over his infamous “Control” verse and attempted to spill a drink on him. The rumor is that Cole stepped in and that lead to the scuffle between the two of them. </p>
<p>While fans may be in a slight uproar over the recent confirmation, things between Cole and Diddy seem to be good now. Diddy appears on the end of ‘let.go.my.hand’ dropping words of prayer. The Off-Season is getting rave reviews from many and the first week sales are projected to be anywhere between 280k-310k.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/6130efc70807dd7bbef7bc29d0765f44988bcb8a/original/article-10a.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66315302021-05-15T23:17:34-04:002021-05-15T23:17:34-04:00Chance The Rapper Wants To Make A Hood Reboot of A Classic Christmas Movie.<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/2dbed269c1ab061b7423a22c08e46a67983cec1f/original/img-0569.jpg/!!/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_thick" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="Amoré King" data-link-label="Amoré King" data-link-type="page" href="/amore-king">Amoré King</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Chance The Rapper wants to reboot a classic American Christmas film. Speaking with Jimmy Fallon on <a contents="The Tonight Show" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.nbc.com/the-tonight-show">The Tonight Show</a>, Chance stated that he would like to see a "hood" version of Home Alone Made. </p>
<p>"Since I was young, I always watched it and I was like, 'What if there was a hood Home Alone?' Or Hood Alone, if you will. Just a little more realistic story about what happens when people try to kick in the doors at the wrong house. Hilarity ensues. I can't give you too many details, but yeah." </p>
<p>Chancelor Johnathan Bennett, also known professionally as Chance the<a contents=" Rapper" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/dope-tho-or-nope-tho/blog/tyrant-gets-ambitious-with-god-s-gift"> Rapper</a>, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, activist, philanthropist, and soon, maybe actor.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66305522021-05-14T15:44:19-04:002021-05-14T15:44:19-04:00Judge Sentences Producer Mally Mall For Involvement in Years Long Prostitution Ring<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/bd146d8726bec780f83e140f6a452dc953bd0773/original/mally-mall-2.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee </a></p>
<p>Hip-hop producer Mally Mall, most recently known for making multiple appearances on Love & Hip-hop: Hollywood, has learned his fate after pleading guilty to being involved in <a contents="a 12-year long prostitution" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://people.com/music/mally-mall-sentenced-to-almost-3-years-in-prison-for-running-prostitution-business/">a 12-year long prostitution</a> ring back in 2019. </p>
<p>On Thursday, the judge <a contents="sentenced" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.xxlmag.com/mally-mall-sentenced-prostitution-ring/">sentenced</a> Mall to 33 months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release. According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, from April 2002 until September 2014, he operated "a high-end prostitution business". The prosecutors stated that he "exploited hundreds of victims" and "encouraged victims to get tattoos of him to demonstrate their loyalty". </p>
<p>The<a contents=" producer " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/dmx-exodus-album-coming-soon"> producer </a>and former reality start plead guilty to one count of use of an interstate facility in aid of unlawful activity. He has issued an apology to the court and to the women involved. </p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66298432021-05-13T19:59:00-04:002021-05-13T19:59:00-04:00Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to Induct Tina Turner, LL Cool J, and Jay-Z<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/c4f4ce3f9a36faddbe331df9fec77a37792c4666/original/tina-turner-net-worth-everett-collection.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee</a></p>
<p>The 36th annual <a contents="Rock &amp; Roll Hall" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.rockhall.com/class-2021-inductees">Rock & Roll Hall</a><a contents="Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.rockhall.com/class-2021-inductees"> of Fame</a> Induction Ceremony is set to take place live in Cleveland, Ohio on October 30 of this year. Of the 13 inductees, music icon Tina Turner and rap legends <a contents="Jay-Z" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/hov-nft">Jay-Z</a> and LL Cool J are among the most notable, with this year's ceremony being helmed as one of the most diverse by the organization. </p>
<p>Getting inducted into the <a contents="Rock and Roll Hall of Fame" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://theshaderoom.com/tina-turner-jay-z-ll-cool-j-set-to-be-inducted-into-the-rock-roll-hall-of-fame/">Rock and Roll Hall of Fame</a> is no easy feat. To achieve this huge honor, an artist must have released their first record more than 25 years before being <a contents="nominated" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/billboard-announces-2021-nominees">nominated</a>. They will then be placed on a ballot to be voted on by current inductees, historians, artists, and others in the music industry, who base their votes on many factors, including but not limited to length of career and musical influence. Nominees can be inducted in one (or more) of four categories: Performer, Early Influence, Musical Excellence, and the Ahmet Ertegun Award. </p>
<p>Tina Turner and Jay-Z will be inducted under the Performer category while LL Cool J will be inducted into the Musical Excellence category. You can watch the ceremony on HBO and HBO Max at a later date than the live show.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66290812021-05-12T23:30:20-04:002021-05-12T23:30:20-04:00Joe Budden Fires Podcast Co-host During Podcast<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/451629658d4c26a0cc337ef54d5b70c8d093e599/original/screen-shot-2018-11-09-at-2-10-45-pm.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>Recently “The Joe Budden Podcast” hosts Rory and Mal took a <a contents="brief hiatus from the show" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.complex.com/music/rory-and-mal-return-to-joe-budden-podcast-discuss-issues-hiatus">brief hiatus from the show</a>, and even returned back to the show shortly after. However it looks to have been a temporary band-aid that brought them back together. <a contents="Joe Budden" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.theringer.com/2017/6/13/16039312/joe-budden-interview-everyday-struggle-complex-231418ec5d37">Joe Budden</a> publicly fired co-host Rory during Episode 437, although it looks as though Budden removed the episode about an hour after posting it. </p>
<p>Although both Rory and Mall caught the wrath of Budden’s words, it was Rory who caught the most ire from Joe. </p>
<p>"Somehow he still feels he’s running the show. He still feels like he has choices and options. He feels like he’s entitled to more. Rory, you are in breach of your contract and from this point forward, you are fired! And you’re not welcome back.” </p>
<p>Budden likely acknowledged the end of “The Joe Budden Podcast” by tweeting, “Helluva run. God bless!”</p>
<p> </p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66274472021-05-11T09:28:16-04:002021-07-07T07:42:52-04:00DMX-Exodus Album Coming Soon<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/2801e7ef2657d8af30356c9e7fe5ab2505709681/original/article-9-pic.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Prior to the <a contents="rap icon’s death last month" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/rap-icon-dmx-has-died-at-age-50">rap icon’s death last month</a>, it was rumored that DMX had completed his latest project. The long-anticipated 8th studio album from Dark Man X had long been talked about for a few years, with Swizz Beatz attached as executive producer to help guide the Dog’s vision. Now, we have confirmation from X’s team and Swizz himself that the album, <strong><em>Exodus</em></strong>, will be released on May 28th. </p>
<p>Swizz wrote, “My brother X was one of the most pure and rare souls I’ve ever met. He lived his life dedicated to his family and music. Most of all, he was generous with his giving and loved his fans beyond measure. This album, X couldn’t wait for his fans all around the world to hear and show just how much he valued each and every single person that has supported him unconditionally.” </p>
<p>Exodus will mark DMX’s first album with Def Jam since 2003’s <em>Grand Champ</em>. X resigned to Def Jam in 2019 and his last album was 2012’s <em>Undisputed</em>. During an interview on Drink Champs earlier this year, X mentioned that his new album would include features from Pop Smoke and Griselda. Also rumored to be featured on the album are Snoop Dogg, Usher, Lil Wayne Alicia Keys and <a contents="DMX’s own 8-year-old daughter, Sonovah Hillman Jr." data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.62026/title.dmxs-8-year-old-daughter-has-20-songs-ready-to-make-his-legacy-proud">DMX’s own 8-year-old daughter, Sonovah Hillman Jr.</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/540b86c6ff3b557af2f7c355bb6241a981145945/original/article-9b.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66259192021-05-09T14:07:37-04:002021-09-02T07:45:14-04:00HOV = NFT<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/678482be301ffd4458d3bfca298c56ee52123a05/original/article-8.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p><a contents="Jay-Z" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/dj-khaled-reunites-nas-and-jay-z-for-new-sorry-not-sorry-single-and-video">Jay-Z</a> continues to conduct big business even while spitting dope verses in his 50s. The rapper/business mogul is among a group of investors that raised a <a contents="$19 million dollar funding round for Bitski" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://techcrunch.com/2021/05/06/bitski-raises-19-million-from-a16z-to-become-the-shopify-for-nfts/">$19 million dollar funding round for Bitski</a>, a new start-up that specializes in NFT branding for companies. Specializing in creating NFT storefronts, Bitski has reportedly raised $23.4 million to date. Jay-Z’s investment in the San Francisco based company is through his Marcy Venture Partners. </p>
<p>The NFT space has been booming recently, with several investors coming from the world of hip hop. Artists such as Jim Jones, Wu-Tang Clan, Eminem and more have expanded into the NFT world anticipating the payoff for this current craze. As for HOV, this is just the latest move he’s made. Just this year, the rap legend has already invested in minority owned cannabis companies, <a contents="sold a majority stake of Tidal" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.revolt.tv/news/2021/4/30/22412466/jay-z-tidal-sqaure-sale">sold a majority stake of Tidal</a> and sold half of his stake in Armand de Brignac champagne.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66254562021-05-08T20:11:01-04:002021-05-08T20:11:01-04:00Mac Miller's Estate Slams Unauthorized Biography Writer<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/37ee02ec8ab96355640ff13628b638adef7ee4f6/original/img-0415.jpg/!!/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_thick" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="Amoré King" data-link-label="Amoré King" data-link-type="page" href="/amore-king">Amoré King</a></p>
<p>The estate of deceased rapper Mac Miller has a lot to say about the author of his unauthorized biography. Mac Miller has new music coming but not a new book. From a post on <a contents="Instagram" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/COlOSCSlJUR/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading">Instagram</a>, the estate made the following statements. </p>
<p>“It has come to the attention of the family and friends of Mac Miller that a new book called Most <a contents="Dope" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/culture-shifters/blog/culture-shifters-dj-slikk-edition-by-bri-renee">Dope</a>: The Extraordinary Life of Mac Miller by Paul Cantor has recently been made available for pre-order. “This book is not authorized or endorsed by Malcolm’s family and has been written by a writer who had no meaningful access to those that were closest to Malcolm—friends, family, and collaborators, etc. “In fact, the writer of this book was made aware at the outset of the process of writing this book that the family and friends of Malcolm were uncomfortable with him authoring this biography,” “Yet he chose to proceed against our polite insistence that he not do disservice to Malcolm’s legacy through writing a book without legitimate primary sources.”</p>
<p>Malcolm James McCormick (January 19, 1992 – September 7, 2018),was known professionally as Mac Miller, was an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Miller began his career in Pittsburgh's hip hop scene in 2007, at the age of fifteen.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66244372021-05-07T14:23:47-04:002021-05-08T05:27:31-04:00New Music From XXXTENTACION To Be Released Via NFT <p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/d7782ed0c9bbb44322514e55b15d95a263052554/original/c3cb2854b4af6288cd70f61d47d9938c.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee </a></p>
<p>XXXTENTACION’s former manager and his estate, run by his mother, are planning to release new music from the <a contents="late rapper" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/digital-underground-founder-shock-g-has-passed-at-57-years-old">late rapper</a> on Monday, May 10th via NFT. This move puts the rapper among many others putting their music into the NFT virtual fan experience marketplace. An <a contents="NFT" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.61061/title.what-is-nft-how-are-rappers-such-as-post-malone-lil-yachty-azealia-banks-even-the-late-mf-doom-cashing-in">NFT</a> or non-fungible token is similar to a form of cryptocurrency that allows fans to have a sort of digital collectible card that gives them access to new music and exclusive performances. Utilizing blockchain, these NFTs are unable to be broken down and sold in smaller pieces, making the exclusivity of the highly curated experience a major selling point. </p>
<p>Joining the ranks of Lil Yachty, <a contents="Soulja Boy" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/souja-boy-returns-to-top-of-billboard-chart">Soulja Boy</a>, ASAP Rocky and so many more, the XXX NFT will feature 5 tracks that have not been commercially released and never before seen concert footage. According to his manager, Solomon ‘Sounds’ Sobande, the tracks aren’t new but they’re no longer available on Soundcloud and were never monetized. The artwork was created by artist Stephen Bliss of the Grand Theft Auto Video game, a favorite of the <a contents="late rapper" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/2nd-man-charged-in-the-shooting-death-of-rapper-mo3">late rapper</a>. </p>
<p>You can preorder XXXTENTACION's NFT now or wait for the official limited-time sale to begin Monday, May 10th at 12pm EST. A percentage of the proceeds will go to the XXXfoundation charity.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66234952021-05-06T16:52:20-04:002021-10-02T16:12:34-04:00Childish Gambino, Roc Nation, and Young Thug Sued For Allegedly Stealing "This Is America"<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/54bb0f3a05bb075c40693961e379012d5c2433a1/original/9ed5fca803108a9694810573fd74a96579-6-donald-glover-rsquare-w1200-1.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee </a></p>
<p>Donald Glover, also known as Childish Gambino, is being faced with a copyright infringement lawsuit that alleges he stole his multi-Grammy award-winning hit record, "This is America". This is not the first time similarities were pointed out between this particular song and another, but it is the first <a contents="lawsuit" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://theshaderoom.com/childish-gambino-is-being-sued-for-allegedly-stealing-hit-song-this-is-america/">lawsuit</a> brought about that may have some traction. </p>
<p>Rapper, Kidd Wes, claims that Gambino's hit is a direct rip-off of his song "Made in America". He states that the hook and flow are nearly identical. According to <a contents="TMZ" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.tmz.com/2021/05/06/childish-gambino-sued-this-is-made-in-america/">TMZ</a>, Kidd dropped his song on SoundCloud in the fall of 2016, uploading it to YouTube a few months later. He registered the song, which was intended to be the lead single on his upcoming album, with the US Copyright Office in the Spring of 2017. Childish Gambino released "This Is America" a year later, in 2018. </p>
<p>Kidd Wes is also including the co-writers of the song, Roc Nation, and Young Thug, one of many artists whose vocals are featured in the background of the song, in the <a contents="suit" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/kodak-black-pleads-guilty-to-sexual-assault">suit</a>. Childish Gambino has yet to respond to the allegations.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66227112021-05-05T21:11:59-04:002021-05-05T21:11:59-04:00Michael Jackson’s Estate Wins Big In Tax Case<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/f04de385eda8b07f9ffe66367b39c3adc2fe9907/original/michael-jackson.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>The estate of <a contents="Michael Jackson" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.vulture.com/2017/12/michael-jacksons-best-songs-ranked.html">Michael Jackson</a> just scored a huge win in their tax case with the IRS (Internal Revenue Service). </p>
<p>The IRS determined that the ‘King of Pop’’s estate, at the time of his passing in 2009, was worth $162 million, while the estate claimed the value was $2,105, due to the harm caused to his name by <a contents="child molestation allegations" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.npr.org/2019/03/05/699995484/michael-jackson-a-quarter-century-of-sexual-abuse-allegations">child molestation allegations</a>. The IRS claimed that Jackson’s estate had underpaid its tax bill by nearly $500 million and could possibly owe an extra $200 million in fines. </p>
<p>However, Judge Mark Holmes of United Stated Tax Court decided that Jackson’s name and image were worth $4.2 million stating that, “We have to look for the value of each of Jackson’s assets. The value we put on them as of the day he died is, we acknowledge, much less than their value much later under the estate’s management.” </p>
<p>The estate’s tax bill will immediately be based on the $4.2 million sum determined by Judge Holmes.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66214802021-05-04T16:31:41-04:002021-05-04T16:33:52-04:00Yes, It Is Off-Season Time For J. Cole? <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/c52b581884b5c497f90a59fc93ba1b8f7b4b34e3/original/article-7.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Apparently, the rumblings were true indeed. Two days after asking, <a contents="Is It J. Cole Off-Season Time?" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/is-it-off-season-time-for-j-cole">Is It Off-Season Time For J. Cole?</a>, we have our answer. The answer came from the man himself. Cole announced today that his new Off-Season album will be arriving next week (05/14). </p>
<p>Less than an hour after tweeting “Is this thing on”, Cole followed up with the announcement across his social media platforms by posting, “Just know this was years in the making. My new album The Off-Season available everywhere 5/14.” Off-Season will serve as a follow up to 2018’s KOD album. It’s uncertain if two 2020 singles, <a contents="“The Climb Back” and “Lion King on Ice”" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://variety.com/2020/music/news/j-cole-new-songs-the-climb-back-lion-king-on-ice-1234713604/">“The Climb Back” and “Lion King on Ice”</a> will appear on next week’s release or if they will appear on Cole's The Fall Off album as many previously believed they would.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66207232021-05-03T22:33:12-04:002021-05-03T22:33:12-04:00The Cash Is Still Coming In For Cash Money<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/1082acb6a29bd8a2dcbfe3e0c6375dbb32aa8932/original/birdman-genius-talks-bet-experience-2016-billboard-1548-compressed.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
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<p>During a sit-down with Wallo from the popular <a contents="“Million Dollaz Worth of Game Podcast”" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://thesource.com/2020/03/06/devin-wade-ousted-from-gillie-da-kings-million-dollaz-worth-of-game-podcast-after-15-percent-ownership-demand/">“Million Dollaz Worth of Game Podcast”</a>, Cash Money CEO Birdman revealed how much revenue is generated via the imprints master recordings. </p>
<p>“We license the music, I just started letting people sample my s--t. So yeah, it’s a gang of ways you can make money with your masters,” he said. “We generate $20-$30 million a year just on our masters. Cash money’s masters include recordings of their current and former artists, such as, Lil Wayne, <a contents="Drake" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/drake-to-fund-url-rap-battle-championship">Drake</a>, and Nicki Minaj.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66196152021-05-02T13:49:36-04:002021-05-02T13:49:36-04:00Is It Off-Season Time for J. Cole? <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/c43b4b1283cd960ce41f8763520ebb51d6b86de6/original/article-6.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>After hearing last month that <a contents="new Kendrick Lamar music" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/new-music-from-kendrick-lamar-may-be-coming-sooner-than-you-think">new Kendrick Lamar music</a> may be coming soon; we’ve now heard rumblings about new J. Cole music as well. Aside from the Dreamville compilation project in 2019, we last got solo Cole work on 2018’s KOD album. Fans have been waiting to hear new music for a while now, especially after only getting feature verses and the occasional single here and there. </p>
<p>There may be hope yet for fans to believe that its time for new J. Cole. On Friday (just 2 days ago), Cole himself posted about his new music. In an Instagram Stories post, he posted “Just rode through the city to The Off-Season,” he wrote. “Dawg… Too excited.” </p>
<p>This post by Cole comes just days after one of his Dreamville artists, <a contents="Bas, hinted that a new Cole project could be coming in 2 weeks" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://allhiphop.com/news/did-bas-tease-j-coles-the-off-season-project-is-coming-soon/">Bas, hinted that a new Cole project could be coming in 2 weeks</a>. The caption reads, “🤯🤯🤯 The Off-Season. Pack your bags. 🚀 In two weeks.” The Off-Season was among the names of presumably new projects on a <a contents="checklist" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.thelineofbestfit.com/news/latest-news/j.-coles-the-fall-off-album-is-at-the-end-of-his-to-do-list">checklist</a> posted by Cole back in December. These teases of New J. Cole music surely have fans in excitement.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/c22de985da9a246dfced644d24448b649e66a0be/original/article-6-b.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66193592021-05-01T23:10:27-04:002021-05-01T23:10:27-04:00Lil Baby has a new Rap alias.<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/6a6995b17f8d4e88fb5289669cbc5cdb7397ff80/original/img-0266-1.jpg/!!/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_thick" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="Amoré King" data-link-label="Amoré King" data-link-type="page" href="/amore-king">Amoré King</a></p>
<p>Rapper <a contents="Lil Baby" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/stories/lilbaby/2563868773440275534/?igshid=azxrxzj6f4p">Lil Baby</a> has a newly self christened rap moniker and the internet is divided. Lil Baby, popular for songs such as "The Bigger Picture" and "Whoa" took to Instagram on Saturday May 1st to break the news. Lil Baby has now dubbed himself "Baby <a contents="Jay Z" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/dj-khaled-reunites-nas-and-jay-z-for-new-sorry-not-sorry-single-and-video">Jay Z</a>".</p>
<p>Lil Baby has gained popularity and one of the hottest rappers in the game. He's known for his flow and high paced delivery. Recently he was captured in a video reciting Jay Z lyrics in amazement. It's clear that Jay Z is a role model of sorts for the young rap star. There has been no confirmation about if the two will soon collaborate on a song or not. But Lil Baby appears to be a fan.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66183802021-04-30T15:21:24-04:002021-05-01T23:11:12-04:00Billboard Announces 2021 Nominees<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/0917209534e968207fd367b4c2274789f47102ff/original/the-weeknd-snubbed.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee </a></p>
<p>The 2021 Billboard Music Award Finalists were <a contents="announced" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.billboardmusicawards.com/2021/04/2021-bbmas-finalists-revealed/">announced</a> via an exclusive live stream that aired on the social media pages of BBMA, NBC, <a contents="Billboard" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/souja-boy-returns-to-top-of-billboard-chart">Billboard</a>, and E!. The BBMAs celebrate the most <a contents="successful" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/cardi-b-signs-documents-to-secure-legal-rights-to-bardi-beauty">successful</a> musicians and artists of the year by giving out awards in 51 categories, the most prestigious being the ICON Award which honors the most important artists. Each year, the award show features performances and unusual collaborations between artists and big names in pop culture and fashion. </p>
<p>This year, The Weeknd leads with 16 nominations, followed by DaBaby with 11, with Megan Thee Stallion representing the ladies with 7 nominations. Both Pop Smoke and Juice WRLD are posthumously nominated in several categories, 10 and 7, respectfully. This year's performance lineup has yet to be released. </p>
<p>The Billboard Music Awards will air live on NBC Sunday, May 23rd at 8 PM EST.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66177432021-04-30T00:59:19-04:002021-07-20T20:32:11-04:00DJ Khaled reunites Nas and JAY Z for new "Sorry Not Sorry" single and video<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/0fe7ae01a8a801af643b6b38059d288022e332e9/original/img-0222.jpg/!!/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_thick" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="Amoré King" data-link-label="Amoré King" data-link-type="page" href="/amore-king">Amoré King</a></p>
<p>DJ Khaled is back again. He released his brand new album entitled "Khaled Khaled". With features like Drake, Megan Thee Stallion, Dababy, Lil Baby, Bryson Tiller, H.E.R. and more DJ Khaled is no stranger to working with the stars. There are two names in particular that has the internet buzzing with Excitement. JAY Z and Nas are the two names people have been talking about for weeks.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="mON6_EQfQFI" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/mON6_EQfQFI/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/mON6_EQfQFI?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">The lead single from the album is entitled "Sorry Not Sorry" features the rare JAY Z & Nas collaboration. Also featured on the song is singer/songwriter James Fauntleroy and a mysterious group named "Harmonies by The Hive". Harmonies by The Hive is actually a cleverly disguised Beyoncé Knowles Carter.</p>
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<p> </p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66172552021-04-29T13:43:59-04:002021-10-16T14:12:51-04:00Lil' Kim to Release Memoir “The Queen Bee” This Fall<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/86a56752b85aa9049b884efaf092d0fad8033717/original/75182809-149572916408807-7391755866107238767-n-jpg-1289060605.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee</a></p>
<p>The Queen Bee herself, Lil Kim, announced via <a contents="People.com" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://people.com/style/lil-kim-talks-iconic-fashion-biggie-smalls-reinventing-hip-hop-for-women/">People.com</a> that she will be penning a memoir in the near future. The book will cover the rapper’s 30-year career in the music industry. The hip-hop legend will openly discuss career highs and lows and her personal life, including the misogyny of her musical peers, her impact on the <a contents="fashion industry" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.papermag.com/lil-kim-prettylittlething-2649544699.html">fashion industry</a>, and sex positivity. It will also detail her many high-profile relationships, as well as her brief stint in prison. </p>
<p>Kim seems excited to finally be able to tell her side of the story, and in the past has expressed disdain toward her portrayal in the movie “Notorious”. This memoir will only help to further solidify her position as the trailblazer and inspiration she is for other <a contents="women in the industry" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/cardi-b-signs-documents-to-secure-legal-rights-to-bardi-beauty">women in the industry</a>. The book, set to be released on November 2nd of this year, will be published by Hachette books and co-written by Kathy Iandoli.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66166492021-04-28T22:38:20-04:002023-12-10T11:53:51-05:00Kodak Black Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/5dffdba54e4894730fef3297a18ffe38f91b5df0/original/kodak-black-wall.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>In court today (April 28th) in Florence, South Carolina, Florida rapper <a contents="Kodak Black" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/rapper-kodak-black-s-security-guard-injured-in-shooting-attack">Kodak Black</a> reached a plea deal for sexually assaulting a high school student, during a 2016 incident when he was 21 years old. </p>
<p>Today he pled guilty to first-degree assault and battery, and was facing up to 30 years in prison. However, per the plea agreement, he was sentenced to a suspended 10 year sentence in lieu of 18 months probation. </p>
<p>Kodak was recently released from a 3 year prison sentence in January of 2021 after <a contents="obtaining a pardon from former president Donald Trump" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.revolt.tv/news/2021/1/20/22239833/donald-trump-pardons-kodak-black">obtaining a pardon from former president Donald Trump</a> on his last day in office.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66150282021-04-27T10:20:24-04:002021-04-27T10:20:49-04:00Hip-Hop Making Surgeons Better<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/ed02d7106a90a14758ccb8575ed95b3d398a0590/original/article-5.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Music not only soothes the savage beast; it also makes doctors in the operating room (OR) more efficient. <a contents="Researchers from Heidelberg University Medical School" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-9515813/Listening-HIP-HOP-music-theatre-make-surgeons-perform-better-study-claims.html">Researchers from Heidelberg University Medical School</a> in Germany performed a study on surgeons and the effects different music genres had on performance in the OR. It was found that listening to music at 70 decibels improved performance over not listening to any music at all. The study also found that while rock was less effective on performance, hip-hop and classical music actually boosted performance. </p>
<p>In 1914, music was introduced in ORs to help reduce patient anxiety. Music has always found a way to be prevalent in many cultures for a number of reasons. <a contents="Music and healing once went hand in hand" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/newsletter_article/using-music-to-tune-the-heart">Music and healing once went hand in hand</a>. The Chinese character for medicine includes the character for music. In ancient Greece, music was used to ease stress, promote sleep, and soothe pain. Native Americans and Africans used singing and chanting as part of their healing rituals.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66146092021-04-26T21:46:43-04:002021-04-27T07:33:11-04:00Soulja Boy Returns to Top of Billboard Chart<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/c6120a59d7d297ce56d0bc6e13915220b3ad8c45/original/soulja.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
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<p>The “Crank Dat” rapper <a contents="Soulja Boy" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/blogs/news/posts/multiple-record-labels-are-interested-in-signing-soulja-boy-after-the-viral-success-of-his-new-single">Soulja Boy</a> has scored his latest number one Billboard hit with his latest single “She Make It Clap”. The single has just made it No. 1 on <a contents="Billboard’s Top Triller US chart." data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.billboard.com/charts/top-triller-us">Billboard’s Top Triller US chart.</a> </p>
<p>“She Make It Clap” previously went viral on <a contents="Tik Tok" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/03/10/style/what-is-tik-tok.html">Tik Tok</a> after ‘Draco’ released the single via streaming platforms and quickly rose to No. 1 on on the social media platform. For those unfamiliar with Billboard's Top Triller US chart, this Billboard chart highlights the biggest songs on the app based on a formula blending the amount of views of videos containing a respective song, the level of engagement with those videos, and the raw total of videos uploaded featuring each song, according to Triller. Data for the charts is represented on a Friday-Thursday tracking week.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66134442021-04-25T14:39:34-04:002021-04-25T14:39:34-04:00Power Collaborators Bringing Cyntoia Brown Story to Starz<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/7a1363f21b75dee690f3e1dbcf644a90e859ca7f/original/article-4.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>The 50 Cent and Starz partnership continues. This time 50 Cent, born Curtis Jackson, is collaborating with La La Anthony as executive producers on a new drama titled, “The Case of Cyntoia Brown.” The series will cover Brown’s life when she was sex-trafficked by her boyfriend as a teenager. In 2004, Brown, who was 16 at the time shot and killed Johnny Allen after he paid to have sex with her. Prosecutors claimed the man’s death was just a robbery gone wrong and despite claiming self-defense, Brown was tried as an adult and convicted of murder. </p>
<p>La La was among several celebrities including Kim Kardashian, T.I., Drake, Snoop Dogg, Rihanna and others, who helped raise awareness to Brown’s story, eventually leading to her release from prison after serving 15 years. The limited series will be based on Brown’s written publication, Free Cyntoia: My Search for Redemption in the American Prison System. According to <a contents="The Hollywood Reporter" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/cyntoia-brown-limited-series-starz">The Hollywood Reporter</a>, 50 and La La will work with Santa Sierra, the writer for “Power: Book III,” to bring Brown’s amazing story to Starz. </p>
<p>“We’re honored to be entrusted with Cyntoia’s story, which shines a light on the injustice of a system that tried and sentenced an at-risk minor as an adult when she was a victim herself of sex trafficking,” Christina Davis, President of Original Programming for Starz, said in a statement obtained by <a contents="Deadline" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://deadline.com/2021/04/the-case-of-cyntoia-brown-limited-drama-series-curtis-50-cent-jackson-la-la-anthony-santa-sierra-starz-1234742512/">Deadline</a>. This marks 50 Cent’s second outing in the auto-biographical drama space for television. “The Case of Cyntoia Brown” will be 50 Cent’s second outing into the auto-biographical drama space. He previously found success producing the story of Isaac Wright Jr. to life for ABC’s hit show “For Life.” 50 is also working on the “B.M.F.” series, which will also air on Starz.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66129782021-04-24T18:57:00-04:002021-12-03T10:55:48-05:00Yeezy Brand Pays Tribute to DMX With Help From Balenciaga<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/7380ee9ac019a33b998ea301d610af3e85288e7b/original/img-20210424-174722.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee</a></p>
<p>Kanye West has asked Fashion House Balenciaga to <a contents="design a t-shirt" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://theshaderoom.com/kanye-wests-yeezy-enlists-balenciaga-to-design-a-t-shirt-in-tribute-to-dmxs-memory-all-proceeds-will-go-to-dmxs-family/">design a t-shirt</a> to honor the legacy of <a contents="late rap legend" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/rap-icon-dmx-has-died-at-age-50">late rap legend</a> Earl Simmons, better known as DMX. The <a contents="commemorative t-shirt " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://thesource.com/2021/04/24/balenciaga-x-dmx-x-yeezy-fashion-tribute/">commemorative t-shirt </a>will be sold via a special Yeezy webpage beginning today, April 24th. All proceeds will go to the family of DMX. </p>
<p>One of X's last performances was at Kanye's Sunday Service, so this tribute is a way for Kanye to both pay tribute to DMX and give back to his family. </p>
<p>Two memorial services will be held this weekend to honor DMX. In-person events will be limited to close friends and family, but services will be streamed for the public.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66129492021-04-24T18:03:49-04:002021-04-24T18:03:49-04:002nd man charged in the shooting death of rapper MO3<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/8df6ac29d2f994f5cc080afd313410bc655343ea/original/img-0080.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_thick" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="Amoré King" data-link-label="Amoré King" data-link-type="page" href="/amore-king">Amoré King</a></p>
<p>A second man was charged in the shooting death of Rapper MO3. <a contents="The 1st man&nbsp;indicted for the death" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.dallasnews.com/news/crime/2021/04/23/2nd-man-charged-with-murder-in-fatal-shooting-of-dallas-rapper-mo3-on-oak-cliff-highway/">The 1st man indicted for the death</a> has been facing charges since back in February. Both men remain in federal custody at this time.</p>
<p>Melvin A. Noble Jr., better known by his stage name MO3, was an American<a contents=" rapper" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/rapper-kodak-black-s-security-guard-injured-in-shooting-attack"> rapper</a> best known for his 2019 collaborative album with rapper/mentor Boosie Badazz. Their joint album peaked at number 136 on the US Billboard charts.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66114992021-04-22T21:30:22-04:002022-05-17T07:38:22-04:00Digital Underground founder Shock G has passed at 57 years old.<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/cb91f206e36704128faa39db10b3b5d77378c141/original/img-0036.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_thick" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="Amoré King" data-link-label="News" data-link-type="page" href="/news">Amoré King</a></p>
<p>Shock G, Rapper and founder of the band <a contents="Digital Underground" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.stereogum.com/2145248/digital-undergrounds-shock-g-dead-at-57/news/">Digital Underground</a> has passed away at 57 years old. Gregory Jacobs, known professionally as Shock G (and his alter ego Humpty Hump), was an American musician, rapper, and lead vocalist for the Hip Hop band Digital Underground. Shock G was Instrumental to incorporating funk into the mainstream sounds of Hip Hop. The often rambunctious and jovial rapper is also credited for bringing 2 Pac to the forefront of music.</p>
<p>Shock's death comes on the heals of tragic losses of <a contents="DMX" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/rap-icon-dmx-has-died-at-age-50">DMX</a> and <a contents="Black Rob" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/early-2000-s-rap-star-black-rob-has-passed-away">Black Rob</a> earlier this month. At this time the cause of death has not been revealed. His alter ego "Humpty Hump was a media darling in the 90's. He was most famously known for his hit song, "The Humpty Dance." The single would peak at # 7 on the Hot R&B and Hip Hop Billboard charts. Digital Underground also had popular songs such as "Kiss You Back" and "Doowutchyalike".</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66109762021-04-22T12:13:36-04:002021-09-03T08:59:48-04:00Cardi B Signs Documents To Secure Legal Rights To 'Bardi Beauty'<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/e7b32111d8243f7404c39e0a1b813cdb83969b66/original/image.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee&nbsp;" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee </a></p>
<p>It looks as if Cardi B is planning for her future. The former dancer turned reality television star, turned Grammy Award Winning rapper is always on the move. Her company, Washpoppin Inc., recently filed legal documents to secure the rights to the name "Bardi Beauty". The trademark paperwork features a signature from Cardi herself, as she is listed as the CEO. </p>
<p>According to <a contents="TMZ" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.tmz.com/2021/04/22/cardi-b-trademark-bardi-beauty-line-rights/">TMZ</a>, Washpoppin Inc. is aiming to take over the glam beauty biz, listing cosmetics, non-medicated hair and skincare, nail enamel, and fragrances as potential products. With a flair for switching up her makeup and hair, a successful collaboration with Fashion Nova under her belt, and an <a contents="upcoming collaboration with Reebok" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CNkmZbOHuKZ/">upcoming collaboration with Reebok</a>, it is clear that fashion and beauty are passions for the star. A beauty brand makes perfect sense.</p>
<p>If there's one thing Cardi knows how to do, it's secure the bag, and if everything goes according to plan, Bardi Beauty will be on the shelves of retail stores nationwide sometime soon.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66104372021-04-21T18:43:37-04:002021-10-30T02:04:04-04:00DRAKE TO FUND URL RAP BATTLE CHAMPIONSHIP<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/e96b6ea422fe971eee0306dc06e051bff3a6f742/original/drake-2.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>Hip hop superstar <a contents="Drake" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/drake-chrome-hearts-certified-lover-boy-merch/">Drake</a> has always had an affinity for the battle scene, and now it looks like he’s all in when it comes to investing in the scene. According to reports, the “6 God” will be putting up the full $100,000 cash prize for the winner of Season 3 of the <a contents="Ultimate Rap League (URL)" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://urltv.tv/#/">Ultimate Rap League (URL)</a>, which begins this Saturday (April 24) at 3 p.m. EST on the Caffeine streaming platform. He previously signed a partnership in February of last year with <a contents="Caffeine" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.caffeine.tv/">Caffeine</a> for URL, so this looks to be par for the course. </p>
<p>“I’ve always loved URL and admired what Smack and his team have been able to create,” he said last year. “It just wasn’t easily accessible. It’s exciting to be in a position where I’m able to bring Caffeine to the table and help provide URL with the tools they need to elevate the viewing experience and make it more accessible to fans.” </p>
<p>If fans remember, there was widespread rumor around 2015 that Drake had challenged URL veteran Murda Mook to a battle, but to the chagrin of many fans, it never materialized. Maybe with Drizzy becoming more and more involved in the scene we’ll be able to get this matchup or even Drake matched up with another rap battle vet. Who would be here for it??</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66095152021-04-20T17:09:04-04:002022-03-10T09:41:58-05:00Killer Cop Derek Chauvin found Guilty of Second-degree murder (and all counts) in George Floyd's Death<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/b2e7536cce1de271054f778c0d187ebabdfd8a1d/original/img-9940.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="Amoré Barker" data-link-label="Amoré King" data-link-type="page" href="/amore-king">Amoré Barker</a></p>
<p>The jurors in the Derek Chauvin case deliberated over the past two days for about ten hours. They made have made a decision to convict Chauvin, who faces murder and manslaughter charges Tuesday afternoon. Derek Michael Chauvin is an American former police officer. He has been undergoing a trial on murder charges in a Minnesota state court for the killing of Mr. George Floyd in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on May 25, 2020. </p>
<p>The deaths of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor (Louisville, KY) have sparked worldwide outrage, protest, new legislation, and powerful <a contents="music" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/dope-tho-or-nope-tho/blog/divine-c-u-t-s-gives-us-his-thoughts-out-loud">music</a> about social justice. Chauvin had his knee on the neck of Mr. George Floyd for nine minutes and twenty nine seconds. <a contents="Prosecutor Steve Schleicher stated" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/minnesota-prosecutor-steve-schleicher-george-floyd-death-was-murder-not-policing-2417471">Prosecutor Steve Schleicher stated</a> Chauvin's actions were "unnecessary, gratuitous and disproportionate." Derek Chauvin was found guilty of of Second-degree, Third-degree murder and Second-degree murder. Second-degree manslaughter is punishable by up to 10 years. Third-degree murder carries a maximum sentence of 25 years. Second-degree murder carries a maximum sentence of 40 years.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66092112021-04-20T10:01:48-04:002022-05-30T00:48:34-04:00Big Snoop Dogg Delivers 420 Gift to Fans<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/9c6b49db9b261f3e36b34c71ea399e64f243fda5/original/article-3-pic.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>On this holy weed smoker’s holiday of 04/20 and fresh off his <a contents="Mount Westmore debut performance" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/westcoast-super-group-mount-westmore-debut-new-song-at-triller-fight-club-event">Mount Westmore debut performance</a> over the weekend, the Big Bow Wow, Snoop Dogg, has blessed his fans. The rapper dropped a new 10 track album titled, From Tha Streets 2 Tha Suites, and is his 18th solo studio album. The album includes features from artists including Devin The Dude, Mozzy, Goldie Loc and Big Tray Deee, to name a few. From Tha Streets 2 Tha Suites is a follow up to Snoop’s 2019 I Wanna Thank Me album. </p>
<p>The new project is not the only thing on Snoop’s plate today. He will also be participating in a virtual 420 celebration. The LBC rapper will serve as host for <a contents="Weedmap’s Even Higher Together virtual event" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.61658/title.rapsody-raising-420-awareness-with-snoop-dogg-wiz-khalifa-without-being-a-smoker">Weedmap’s Even Higher Together virtual event</a>. Co-headliners for this celebration include, A$AP Rocky and Jhené Aiko with appearances from Wiz Khalifa, Mike Tyson, G-Eazy, Too $hort, The Alchemist, Rapsody, Berner, Chevy Woods, Problem and Mick Jenkins. </p>
<p>In a statement, Snoop says, “Anything celebrating cannabis and the culture around it, you know I gotta be there. Cannabis brings people together and Weedmaps is doing just that. I’m also dropping my new album, From Tha Streets 2 Tha Suites on 4/20, to give my fans a little something to smoke to on this holiday, ya dig?”</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/e53a7fd5355285d2a82c38062cb16853fff0c35e/original/article-3-pic2.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66087092021-04-19T21:28:20-04:002021-04-19T23:59:36-04:00Apple Music Updates Average Payout Per Stream<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/4cb99720b9296c52ee56a2564ed6b9c1f87d79e0/original/apple-music-photo.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p><a contents="Apple Music" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://music.apple.com/us/listen-now?itscg=20200&itsct=rv_eve&ls=1&mttnagencyid=2433&mttncc=US&mttnpid=305109&mttnsiteid=125115&mttnsubad=mus-110870493563&mttnsubkw=ag-110870493563-ad-494873060851">Apple Music</a> provided an update in a letter it posted on its artists dashboard last week detailing the average it paid out in royalties per stream in 2020. </p>
<p>“While royalties from streaming services are calculated on a stream share basis, a play still has value,” it stated. “This value varies by subscription plan and country but averaged $0.01 for Apple Music individual paid plans in 2020. This includes label and publisher royalties.” </p>
<p>In response, the Union of Musicians and Allied Workers stated via Twitter last week that Apple’s payment methods are “doable for streaming companies, including Spotify which currently averages $0.0038 per stream... If Apple can pay a penny per stream, then Spotify can too.” </p>
<p><a contents="Spotify" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.spotify.com/us/">Spotify</a> has previously spoken to their stance on royalties paid out per stream via their website <a contents="Loud&amp;Clear" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://loudandclear.byspotify.com/">Loud&Clear</a>, to clarify why it doesn’t believe in a “per stream rate.” “Still, we understand that artists find it useful to calculate an effective “per stream” rate or, in other words, a revenue-to-streams ratio - dividing the total size of the royalty pool Spotify (the numerator) by the total number of music streams on Spotify (the denominator),” the site read. “both of these numbers are growing incredibly quickly every year.”</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66075322021-04-18T14:06:59-04:002021-04-18T14:06:59-04:00Westcoast Super Group, Mount Westmore, Debut New Song at Triller Fight Club Event!<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/f1d306eaf44fb145fcd563a273baaa07e2f6ac6e/original/article-2-pic.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>On Saturday Night at Triller’s latest Fight Club PPV event, four West Coast legends joined forces to perform an untitled track. The rap super group known as Mount Westmore, comprised of Ice Cube, Snoop Dogg, Too Short and E-40, performed the Kato on the Beat produced west coast track to fans watching Triller’s Jake Paul vs Ben Askren fight. The night included other performances from artists including Saweetie, Doja Cat and Justin Bieber, to name a few. </p>
<p>News broke that the artists had <a contents="formed the supergroup" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.59362/title.too-hort-ice-cube-snoop-dogg-e-40-have-formed-a-supergroup">formed the supergroup</a> back in December and Mount Westmore previously released the single, “Step Child”, which appeared on the American Skin soundtrack. Despite all four rappers being in their 50s this year, they have all remained active artists. E-40 and Too Short most recently released a joint project the day before performing in a Bay Area Verzuz battle to close out 2020. Mount Westmore plans to release their project soon and possibly a <a contents="tour" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.revolt.tv/2021/4/13/22382284/too-short-mount-westmore-interview">tour</a> to follow. You can check out their debut performance here, (<a contents="MOUNT WESTMORE DEBUT" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/OgG-8NPRG3c">MOUNT WESTMORE DEBUT</a>).</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66069602021-04-17T16:48:32-04:002021-08-21T15:23:53-04:00Early 2000's rap star Black Rob has passed away<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/4f0e86c472113e6d9f62af80007cd84f0f7ad35c/original/img-9869.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_thick" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="Amoré King" data-link-label="Amoré King" data-link-type="page" href="/amore-king">Amoré King</a></p>
<p>Rapper <a contents="Black Rob" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/rapper-black-rob-hospitalized-fanppearance-raises-some-concern">Black Rob</a> has passed away. Robert Ross (born July 12, 1969), known professionally as Black Rob, was an American rapper who was formerly signed to Bad Boy Records. Recently surfaced videos of <a contents="Black Rob in a hospital bed " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://moguldom.com/347951/black-rob-hospital-video-released-here-is-what-we-know-about-his-health-condition/">Black Rob in a hospital bed </a>caused great concern. Rob seemed to be much more frail than in previous years. Black Rob was dealing with ailments in his kidneys and in interviews past spoke on his condition. </p>
<p>"My nephrotic syndrome [an illness in which the kidneys are damaged, causing them to leak large amounts of protein from the blood into the urine] is good. I'm talking to you right now. I've been performing, I've been the illest show, and these n----s been out here!" Rob was quoted as saying in an article in <a contents="Theboombox.com" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://theboombox.com/black-rob-talks-drug-use-illness-and-new-album/">Theboombox.com</a> from 2011.</p>
<p>Black Rob is most known for his smash Rap hit "Whoa!" which dominated the Rap charts in 2000. "Whoa!" reached the Top 10 on the R&B and Rap Charts. It just narrowly missed a Top 40 spot on the Billboard Hot 100.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66061012021-04-16T15:26:20-04:002021-08-27T07:35:20-04:00New Music From Kendrick Lamar May Be Coming Sooner Than You Think<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/3f33967ef80714ba259e45392eb5cfbcc0ffe790/original/768x492-chanteur-kendrick-lamar.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>By: <a contents="Bri Renee" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee</a></p>
<p>Fans have been waiting patiently (and some not so patiently) for new material from Grammy-winning artist Kendrick Lamar for YEARS. He hasn't dropped an album since 2017's Pulitzer Prize-winning DAMN. Lamar himself said in 2020 that the <a contents="long wait for the next album" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/kendrick-lamar-new-album-release-date-tracklist/">long wait for the next album</a> (and all of his albums) is due to him "perfecting a new sound". </p>
<p>Recently, multiple sources close to and not so close to Lamar have hinted that new music or a new album may be here by the end of the year. Earlier in 2021, Top Dawg Entertainment President, Punch, dropped hints during a <a contents="Twitter exchange" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://twitter.com/KarenCivil/status/1353366751996600322?s=19">Twitter exchange</a> with Karen Civil that we would hear new music from Lamar soon. Civil went on to say that she wanted Punch to play "that new Kendrick you played me". </p>
<p>Lamar's long-time engineer, MixedByAli also hinted that the rapper may have finally <a contents="perfected this new sound" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.complex.com/music/mixedbyali-talks-kendricks-new-sound-and-plans-for-his-audio-engineear-program-1">perfected this new sound</a> and could drop his fifth LP this year. The wait could finally be over. A new Kendrick Lamar album could be just the thing to get us through the rest of 2021.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66042582021-04-15T09:00:00-04:002022-04-02T16:17:05-04:00"Louisville’s B Simm is Making All the Right Moves"<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/cba53151ab5eb9093366749ad09dddf14f4335eb/original/screenshot-20210414-165157-01.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />By: <a contents="Bri Renee" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee</a></p>
<p>From touring with the likes of Lil Wayne and Jeezy on the 2007 Street Dreams Tour performing in front of huge crowds, to penning a song that led to him signing a merch deal with the University of Louisville, B Simm has been making waves. Hailing from Charleston, West Virginia, B Simm moved to Louisville at the age of ten, living in just about every well-known neighborhood. “I’ve lived in the East End, I’ve lived in the West End, Newburg, J-town, Middletown, every part of Louisville. My card is good pretty much everywhere.” </p>
<p>You can tell that his love for the city runs deep from how he gushes over the growth he’s seen since being here. “Louisville is one of those rare cities where everything is unique, even down to the way we say ‘Louisville’. There nothing going on in Charleston, so when I got here there was plenty going on.” He also shows his support for fellow Louisville artists that have popped. Of <a contents="Jack Harlow" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.interviewmagazine.com/music/jack-harlow-talks-to-pete-davidson-about-phone-sex-tour-riders-and-the-perks-of-stardom" target="_blank">Jack Harlow</a>, he states “I’m so happy for that dude. Seeing his growth and the way his team moves, and the moves he makes. He makes better moves than most artists that are out right now. Every week, every day he’s got something going.” He also spoke highly of Bryson Tiller, EST Gee, <a contents="Vory" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.xxlmag.com/vory-interview-the-break/">Vory</a>, 2KBABY, stating that he is proud of Tiller but wishes he would keep dropping consistently, because “We need more Tiller.” </p>
<p>When speaking of Seth Firkins, you could feel a shift of energy and hear the change in tone of voice. “Every time I think of Firk, I get tears in my eyes because that man was my road dog. I know his mom, I know his sister, you know, we had a good relationship. He was one of the first engineers I worked with that showed me that like, damn, engineering is a skill.” Simm went to Atlanta with Firkins, who then began working with Shawty Redd and eventually Future. “He developed a lot of my sound when I was younger and coming up, so I owe everything to Seth.” </p>
<p>As far as new and upcoming music, B is planning to drop music videos for songs “5100” and “Bounce Back King”. He also states “ I make songs every day, so that could change within a week. I always try to make my last song better than the one before”. This works perfectly with his new deal with record label Ethika Music, as they are in the “incubation” period and are planning what direction to go in. According to Simm, he was the fastest person to ever get signed to that label, stating that it only took two days. “It took me by surprise because I was just going out there on the humble to play some music and show my talent off. I had no idea it would take off that fast. It didn’t really hit me until I got home.” He already feels at home with the label staff, stating “I feel like I’ve known these guys for years already.” B had been signed before to an independent label, but things “went sideways” and it didn’t work out, leading him to eventually take a break from the music industry, but he wasn’t able to stay away for long, continuing to make music and starring in the movie <a contents="“A River Runs Red”" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5843780/">“A River Runs Red”</a> with Taye Diggs. </p>
<p>B Simm is one of the artists featured on City Up, the upcoming Dope Tho Compilation and documentary. “It was fun. You could collab with people you couldn’t collab with before. The song came out dope and I can’t wait for it to drop.” His career goals include becoming a mogul, similar to Jay-Z, as well as doing more songwriting and creating chart-topping hits for himself and other artists. He also offers some advice to artists in Louisville, “First, stay safe. It’s a jungle out here. Secondly, focus on the music. People try to put the cart before the horse instead of just focusing on the music and getting that right. Get the music first. Lastly, stay consistent.”</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66042902021-04-14T19:51:47-04:002021-09-10T02:26:59-04:00Bobby Brown Joins “Red Table Talk” Series For Sit Down<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/3bc1d177215ba7ffa2e1eadd198f70c310006da6/original/041421-celebs-red-table-talk-bobby-brown.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>Legendary R&B bad boy Bobby Brown recently sat down with the ladies of “<a contents="Red Table Talk" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.cnn.com/2021/04/01/entertainment/jada-red-table-niecy-trnd/index.html">Red Table Talk</a>", Jada Pinkett Smith, Adrienne Bangfield-Norris, and Willow Smith. The most discussed takeaway is who Bobby Brown points out to blame as being responsible for the deaths of both his R&B superstar ex-wife <a contents="Whitney Houston" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.pilotonline.com/entertainment/vp-db-whitney-houston-1991-welcome-home-heroes-concert-norfolk-20210331-ht6rde4iljelhdh6hp3pqzvwvu-story.html">Whitney Houston</a>, and the two’s daughter together, Bobbi Christina. </p>
<p>“She [Bobbi Kristina] unfortunately was stuck in an abusive relationship with a man that - with a boy I should say, that basically controlled her to the point where her life was taken,” Brown said in reference to Bobbi Christina’s boyfriend Nick Gordon, who is also now deceased after a suspected overdose in 2020. He later became more specific when asked by Jada if he believed that Gordon gave his daughter drugs, while also inferring that Gordon was also responsible for the death of Whitney Houston. “Definitely. He was the only one there with both situations, with my ex-wife [Whitney Houston] and with my daughter, and they both died the same way,” Brown said. </p>
<p>Brown also spoke about the death of his son Bobby Brown Jr at age 28, due to a combination of alcohol, cocaine, and fentanyl. Brown previously called on the people responsible for providing his sone with “street fentanyl” to be held accountable for his death.</p>
<p> </p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66030552021-04-13T16:02:50-04:002021-08-14T17:56:19-04:00“Ayo, Queens Get the Money.” - NAS Potentially Could Net $100+M From 2013 Investment<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/090ccee51e56768a9df74e1042355d3df04bf872/original/article-1-pic.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By: <a contents="King Acklin" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspence" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspence">King Acklin</a></p>
<p>Rap legend Nasir Jones, better known as NAS, reportedly could add millions to his bank account soon. This potential new net gain stems from early investments made in Coinbase. Coinbase, the cryptocurrency exchange, will have its COIN stock listed on Wednesday and the expectation is that it is going to reach over $100 billion in valuation when it does. </p>
<p>Nas and his investment firm, QueensBridge Venture Partners, were smart and early to the party in 2013 when they got into Coinbase’s <a contents="Series B round" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.coindesk.com/coinbase-bitcoin-biggest-ever-funding-deal" target="_blank">Series B round</a> where the company was able to raise $25 million. According to <a contents="PitchBook" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://pitchbook.com/newsletter/coinbase-gets-490m-valuation-now-most-valuable-bitcoin-co" target="_blank">PitchBook</a>, Coinbase at this time was valued around $143 million. Coinbase was named as “the second most exciting tech start up” in 2014 by TIME magazine. </p>
<p>NAS isn’t new to these type of business investments. His QueensBridge firm has also made early moves to acquire stakes in Robinhood, Lyft, Dropbox, SeatGeek and Ring, to name a few. According to QueensBridge co-founder Anthony Saleh, the firm’s initial investments were $100k and $500k. This could lead to them owning about 99,329 shares on the low end or about 496,642 on the high end, which would give the firm shares that would be between $34.76 million and $173.8 million in value. Per a CoinDesk report, if a new assessment by investment bank DA Davidson is accurate, the projected new Coinbase share price would be $440. This would lead to the QueensBridge firm’s stock value rising to $43.7 million and $218.5 million. “Ayo, Queens Get the Money.”</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66023422021-04-12T22:00:28-04:002023-12-10T13:26:55-05:00Drake to appear on upcoming episode of popular show Drink Champs<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/6973003a1f652f46add38bc977c3492b748e4c45/original/img-9718.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="DJ Suspence" data-link-label="King Acklin and DJ Suspense" data-link-type="page" href="/king-acklin-and-dj-suspense">DJ Suspence</a></p>
<p>We normally don’t get much from Drake by the way of sit down interviews, but it looks as though we’re getting a heavy dose pretty soon, as Drake has been tapped to appear on an upcoming episode of “Drink Champs” along side hosts <a contents="Noreaga" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://drinkchamps.com/">Noreaga</a> and DJ EFN, according to an Instagram post made by Noreaga earlier today (April 12). He even teased that they would be discussing the previous tension between Drake, and now deceased rap legend DMX. </p>
<p>“U see my face and u know why I’m here !!!” he wrote. “CHAMPAGNE PAPI; but who’s who ? OVO DRINK CHAMPS LOADING. #CertifiedLoverBoy LOADING. @champagnepapi x @therealnoreaga @drinkchamps #drinkchampspodcast a lot of people don’t know but I squashed the beef between dmx and drake thru my boy 40 but we Will save that for drinkchamps !!! Gotta big up Ovo 40!!! Armand and fancy.” </p>
<p>Noreaga didn’t reveal a release date, so we’ll just have to patiently wait to get this elusive type of content from Drake. Drink Champs is coming off the hills of a much talked about episode with rapper Camron. Camron was the most requested guest for the show. With the addition of the upcoming Drake episode it appears Drink Champs is raising their profile even larger for 2021.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66013732021-04-11T23:15:03-04:002021-09-11T15:40:58-04:00Kid Cudi dons a floral dress as he performs on SNL in, homage to Nirvana front man Kurt Cobain<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/ed11c2a4f94d1c73d1dfe135d5cdb0a15ed88d97/original/img-9702.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="Amoré King" data-link-label="Amoré King" data-link-type="page" href="/amore-king">Amoré King</a></p>
<p>Kid Cudi, the "Make Her Say" rapper and singer donned a floral print dress this Saturday night. Cudi appeared on Saturday Night Live as the show's musical guest. His appearance during his sets where an homage to Nirvana lead singer Kurt Cobain. The performance was 27 years to the week of the anniversary of Kurt's death. Cobain was only 27 at the time of his death. </p>
<p><a contents="Kurt Cobain" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://theface.com/archive/grrr">Kurt Cobain</a> wore a similar dress as the on Cudi performed in. Cudi later stated on social media the dress is a part of an Off White collection that he is collaborating on with Virgil Abloh. Cobain was a very vocal supporter of women's rights. He wore the dress to bring attention to issues that plagued them. By wearing the dress in honor of Cobain it is seen by many that Cudi is doing the same by extension. "Virgil designed the dress for me" Cudi stated. "I told him I wanted to show love to Kurt [with] a floral print sundress and this man made a masterpiece. Thank You @virgilabloh ur a f----- genius!! Love you man we did it!!!"</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/66007412021-04-10T23:20:00-04:002022-01-14T07:56:05-05:00Rapper Black Rob hospitalized. Fans worried as frail appearance raises some concerns.<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/fa7f43735e14ac67c2fcb63ffb0a2ff8b3272b7e/original/img-9676.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="Amoré King" data-link-label="Amoré King" data-link-type="page" href="/amore-king">Amoré King</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Rapper Black Rob, famous for his Billboard hit "Whoa" has been hospitalized. The stay has been speculated to be connected to issues involving his kidneys. Rob made a video to show support for fellow Hip Hop artist DMX, prior to his <a contents="passing on April 9th" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://butisitdopetho.com/news/blog/rap-icon-dmx-has-died-at-age-50">passing on April 9th</a>. Fans immediately noticed his fragile state and became alarmed.</p>
<p>Black Rob was a staple in early 2000's rap. Known for his lyrical ability and raspy tone he got picked up by the majors. Signed to P. Diddy's Bad Boy records, he shined his star power on both hit singles for himself and others. These songs where instrumental to keeping East Coast Hip Hop alive in a southern dominated era.</p>
<p>Rob has sent out a second video. This time sharing in more detail some of his ailments. He states "I've been dealing with this for five years, four strokes... I don't have no house to live in..." Rob contiues with "I need some rest. I don't want to talk about it no more man."</p>
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<p> </p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/65994102021-04-09T13:24:53-04:002021-04-09T13:33:06-04:00Rap Icon DMX has died at age 50<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/28c9edd34d6349798a4116e122798e3cbc9435a7/original/img-9614.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="Amoré King" data-link-label="Amoré King" data-link-type="page" href="/amore-king">Amoré King</a></p>
<p>Earl Simmons, better known to the public as the iconic rapper and actor DMX has died at age 50. Known for his aggressive rap deliver and multifaceted content, DMX rose to superstardom in the late 90's. He achieved his legendary status for his brutal honesty and vulnerability in his music. </p>
<p>“We are deeply saddened to announce today that our loved one, DMX, birth name of Earl Simmons, passed away at 50 years old at White Plains Hospital with his family by his side after being placed on life support for the past few days,” his family stated. They continued he was "a warrior who fought till the very end."</p>
<p>He began rapping in the early 1990s and released his debut album It's Dark and Hell Is Hot in 1998, to both critical acclaim and commercial success, selling <a contents="251,000 copies within its first week" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DMX_(rapper)">251,000 copies within its first week</a> of release. Mr. Simmon <a contents="suffered a heart attack" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/04/arts/dmx-hospitalized.html">suffered a heart attack</a> on April 2nd and had been hospitalized since.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/65988582021-04-08T23:55:42-04:002021-07-02T01:25:34-04:00Multiple Record Labels Are Interested In Signing Soulja Boy After The Viral Success Of His New Single ‘She Make It Clap’<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/880ce08e3a87ab10406567724e762cc39a722362/original/b6899445-835b-4228-8589-11d86e2c1bf0.jpeg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpeg" class="size_l justify_center border_medium" alt="" /></p>
<p>By <a contents="Bri Renee" data-link-label="Bri Renee" data-link-type="page" href="/bri-renee">Bri Renee </a></p>
<p>Soulja Boy, one of the pioneers of creating a music career and capitalizing from "going viral", is making headlines again. He claims that several record labels are interested in signing him after his latest single, "She Make It Clap", went #1 on TikTok. </p>
<p>In a tweet sent out today he said that other rappers are emulating him, stating "And I see these rappers copying my TikTok wave". He also claimed that he's doing better than most rappers with major deals and money backing their promo. He's hoping to return to the charts in a major way in 2021.</p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/65968812021-04-07T11:15:27-04:002021-04-07T11:16:01-04:00Rapper Kodak Black's security guard injured in shooting attack<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/ff4f51f22416cb99be7d059839a36795b093ee40/original/download.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_medium" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="Amoré King" data-link-label="Amoré King" data-link-type="page" href="/amore-king">Amoré King</a></p>
<p>1 armed security guard for National recording artist Kodak Black was injured in an apparent gunfire attack. The shooters attacked Black's caravan of vehicles after following them for some time. It was reported that several vehicles where involved. Often times attempting to cut Kodak Black and his team in traffic. Rapper Kodak Black was not injured in the assault.</p>
<p>Alicia Turner, TPD Spokeswoman later stated the gunfire happened at the Dewey Fast food restaurant. The incident occurred shortly before 3AM Monday morning. No other details about the shooting are available at this time. </p>Amoré Kingtag:butisitdopetho.com,2005:Post/65956792021-04-06T10:58:30-04:002022-02-04T21:07:27-05:00The Isley Brothers and Earth Wind & Fire put on a Verzuz masterclass<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/337381/6a98e26ff8f2dcd476caa9cb7fca4dd23f42805d/original/e962d01a-63f5-4b44-8d12-37ccbeffac7e.jpeg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpeg" class="size_l justify_center border_medium" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">By <a contents="Amoré King" data-link-label="Amoré King" data-link-type="page" href="/amore-king">Amoré King</a></p>
<p>Salute to Swizz Beats and Timbaland. They've been instrumental to holding us all down during the lockdown. From heated songwriter battles (looking at you Sean Garrett and The Dream). To pure Hip Hop and R&B diva throw downs. This Verzuz was much different. The ante was certainly upped this past Easter Sunday as this insta-classic was announced to be hosted by funny man Steve Harvey. The Isley Brothers and Earth Wind & Fire both have infallible discographies spanning multiple decades. In the case of The Isley Brothers, their discography spans over SIX decades! How could you go wrong?</p>
<p>The battle kicked off pretty slowly. These gentlemen are all sixty plus so we were okay with that. For several selections many of the fellows didn't bother to leave their seats. In fact the first 4 song choices and pace could be summarized by a familiar Black church phrase, "Take your time!" Although the first half was plagued by slow starts and grand tales of Steve Harvey's audacious adolescent escapades the second half truly shined!</p>
<p>After phenomenal wardrobe changes the show took off toward the heavens like a rocket! Ron Isley and his now infamous beard made the ladies swoon. Right out the gates The Isley Brothers wowed us all with powerful rendition of "Voyage To Atlantis." For The uninitiated Voyage is the pinnacle of sultry R&B soul. Earth, Wind & Fire countered with one of the greatest interludes off all time. "Beijo" is one of those songs that makes you dance involuntarily. The fight was indeed on.</p>
<p>Phillip Bailey's classic falsetto had its moments to shine. He had people freezing in their tracks to hear his notes. Verdine White and Ralph Johnson's stylistic crooning shined equally as bright. Ernie Isley reestablished himself as a top 5 guitarists gawd all time. Ronald Isley reminded us all that he may easily have to smoothest and most recognizable voice in R&B history. The battle lasted just shy of four hours and we all still wanted more!</p>
<p>This has been the Verzuz to end all Verzuz battles. New generations came to the realization that most of their favorite rap songs are derived from these senior groups. Older generations came to the realization that their music is still appreciated in 2021 like it was in 1971. And the millennials, well we came to the realization that we had the best seat in the house. Wedged between old school reanimated memories and new school new found appreciation lives something far cooler. By having it passed to us and us passing down to the next we got to have a bridge moment. That's something that sure to bring the generations closer together than Steve Harvey and Bernadette Peterson (I'm pretty sure I made that name up lol). Salute to Swizz Beats and Timbaland. You guys got it Perfected!</p>Amoré King