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Dr. Dre’s Wife Alleges Years of Abuse, “He Put A Gun To My Head Twice”
Source: Bernard Smalls / @PhotosByBeanz Dr. Dre’s estranged wife may have recently had a win in court, but it appears she’s not finished telling her side of what happened during their 25-year marriage that led to the couple heading towards divorce. According to The Daily Mail, new court documents state that Nicole Young has accused her estranged husband of holding a gun to her head, punching her in the face, and lifting her off of the ground by her neck. “Andre has verbally and emotionally decimated my personhood to the extent that I currently suffer from post-traumatic stress syndrome,” she said in the court documents. Five months after filing for divorce, Nicole is siding with a list of women have previously accused the Hip-Hop legend of domestic abuse, including veteran journalist Dee B...
‘The Boondocks’ Premiere On HBO Max Pushed Back, Again
Source: WarnerMedia / HBO Max HBO Max is poised for a helluva 2021 as they’re slated to release a gang of films that were meant to premier in movie theaters around the world, but unfortunately the highly anticipated return of The Boondocks might have to wait a bit longer to join that party. ComicBook.com is reporting that the return of the beloved Aaron McGruder comic strip turned cartoon series has once again been pushed back after already being delayed due to the pandemic of 2020, when it was supposed to premier. The confirmation that the project is still on track for a 2021 release comes from a column at TVLine, where a viewer asked what had ever happened to the 2020 release date. The release date remains non-specific (“later in 2021” could be any one of 11 months, after all) and t...
New York AG Letitia James Files Lawsuit Against NYPD Over Mishandling Of BLM Protests
Source: Joshua Rashaad McFadden / Getty New York Attorney General Letitia James has launched a lawsuit against the New York Police Department, citing excessive use of force during Black Lives Matters protests as the impetus. The landmark lawsuit takes particular aim at the NYPD‘s handling of protests in the wake of the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and others in the past year with hopes of reform among the police ranks. As outlined in a press release from James’ office on Thursday (Jan. 14), the lawsuit seeks to put the NYPD and its top officials on notice for the overuse of force during peaceful protests and also eradicating false arrests against residents who gather in demonstrations. From the press release: The lawsuit specifically charges the NYPD, the City of New York, Mayo...
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Funkmaster Flex Claims Jay-Z Isn’t On IG Because He’s Sensitive [Video]
Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty Funkmaster Flex is talking spicy regardless of how anyone feels. His latest rants puts Jay-Z back on the plate for internet trolls to feed on. As spotted on HipHopDX the DJ made an appearance on the Million Dollars Worth Of Game podcast. While he was unable to join Gillie The Kid and Wallo in person that did not stop the Bronx native from talking spicy. During the conversation the trio discussed some of New York City’s greatest Rap talents. Naturally Jay-Z’s name came up and poured all types of salt on his name when it comes to his lack of presence on Instagram. “You know why he can’t be on social media?” he asked rhetorically. “Because he’s the most sensitive muthaf***er on the planet and he can’t take n***as in his comments telling him the...
National Treasure
If you care at all about democracy and the way our world works, you should be watching Real Time with Bill Maher. As January 2021 marks the show’s 19th season, it’s one of the most in-demand shows on air. With good reason. What the world needs now—right now—is someone brave enough to fight for the truth. Someone who will put himself out there, be willing to be despised as much as he’s revered, and say the things that make us ponder and squirm. From religion to healthcare, mass media to political correctness, Maher enlists experts to help start the all-essential conversations. He leaves it up to you, the thinker, to do the rest. Nineteen seasons, FYI, doesn’t happen to any TV show by accident. Before Real Time there was his round-table, idea mosh pit Politically Incorrect (1993 – 2001...
Nirvana’s Bleach to Be Reissued as a Limited-Edition Red Cassette
At this point, there’s been so many printings, pressings and reissues of Nirvana’s 1989 debut Bleach that it’s nearly impossible to keep track of which is what and for collectors, worth how much. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, another version of the Sub Pop record (aka the album that started it all) will be issued as a limited-edition cassette. The cassette, which will be featured as Love Buzz Red, will be sold through Tapehead City. There’s only 500 of them, so if you want to grab the item, you’re going to have to move quickly. You can preorder the cassette here. The Tapehead City description of the release reads as follows: “Bleach” was the debut album from Nirvana released on June 15, 1989, by Sub Pop records and Love Buzz was their first single. Kurt Cobain died 27 ye...
Listen to a Preview of The Bloody Beetroots and JACKNIFE’s Massive Unreleased Collab, “Jericho”
New music from dance-punk legend The Bloody Beetroots has been rare as of late, but longtime fans can breathe a sigh of relief after Australian producer JACKNIFE debuted their forthcoming collaboration. The rising young gun, who has released music with Malaa and BIJOU, among others, recently took the stage at Brisbane’s Eatons Hill Hotel for the venue’s 10th Anniversary NYD party. He threw down to ring in the new year and unveiled the blistering new collaboration, which has the feel of a classic Beetroots electro banger. Check out a preview below. The Bloody Beetroots shared a preview of his own, confirming the song’s title, “Jericho.” The fabled Italian electronic music producer only released two original tracks in 2020, teaming...
First Stream: New Music From Ariana Grande, Selena Gomez, Zayn and More
“34+35” was already one of the explicit standouts from Ariana Grande’s Positions album, allowing the pop superstar to express her sexual freedom while hitting the top 10 of the Hot 100. With this new remix, Grande has called upon two masters of the double entendre: Doja Cat and Megan Thee Stallion both cruise over the beat and offer some righteous witticisms in their verses, while also each referencing the desire to keep their neighbors up. Selena Gomez, “De Una Vez” Last year, Selena Gomez reflected on her success with her Rare album in a Billboard interview, while also stating that she planned to “challenge” herself on her next project. “De Una Vez,” Gomez’s first Spanish-language song in nearly a decade, certainly delivers upon that ambition: whether or not the song previews a larger pr...
Apple Music’s Africa Strategy Is Starting to Pay Off
“Africa has birthed a lot of special talents that have been creating amazing music for a long time and we’re happy to finally have the platforms and the means to share our music across the continent and to the rest of the world,” Tems tells Billboard. “[The Africa Rising program] allowed my music to reach new listeners and [has] also given my supporters and myself something to be excited about in these tough times.” ALL EYES ON AFRICA Over the past several years, labels, distributors and industry trade groups have turned their focus towards the African music market, and Apple Music is not the only streaming service making inroads on the continent, or supporting its local artists. (Tems, for example, was also included as part of the latest class of YouTube’s Foundry program, whi...
Jazmine Sullivan On Self-Confidence Struggles and Empowering Women In R&B
You followed an earlier three-year recording break with a five-year interlude. Are these breaks intentional or happenstance? As far as length of time, it’s not really intentional. I’ll just chill for a second and then a little break turns into a longer break. But as long as it turns out to be, I do feel breaks are necessary. Taking breaks when you’re younger, it feels different than when you’re older. For one thing, getting yourself back into the swing of things is different, both physically and vocally. I’m starting to understand that now. It’s a different kind of building back up as you get older … even things like getting up earlier and doing interviews. How has the pandemic inspired and challenged your singing and songwriting? I’m amazed people are telling me I sound stronger and...
Kelly Clarkson Tackles New Radicals With Latest Cover, Talks ‘Mean Celebs’ During ‘Idol’ Days: Watch
“I have to say you’re kind of like my good luck charm,” Astin told Clarkson when she praised his cover, noting that he also did “Since U Been Gone” in the first PP movie and on the soundtrack. But, he added, “I don’t know if you know this, but your songs are hard!” Clarkson agreed, joking that she usually figures that out when she goes on tour and realizes she has to sing “all 17 of these songs every single night! Like over and over. That’s when I lower the [register of the] songs.” Astin said his moment with Zoey was especially special because it’s the first time that Levy’s character has sung a duet with someone on the show. In the same episode, Clarkson chatted with 9-1-1 star Jennifer Love Hewitt about the ti...
John Legend, Bruce Springsteen, Foo Fighters and More to Perform at Joe Biden Inauguration
Bruce Springsteen, Foo Fighters and John Legend will perform remotely to celebrate Joe Biden’s Jan. 20 inauguration, with hosting between performances by Eva Longoria and Kerry Washington. Foo Fighters, Legend and Springsteen will give remote performances and longtime Biden supporter Lady Gaga will sing the national anthem at the swearing-in ceremony. Gaga’s father, who voted for Donald Trump, nonetheless said he’s “extremely proud” that his daughter will be part of the festivities. Gaga will appear alongside Jennifer Lopez. The event begins at 8:30 pm ET on Jan. 20. Springsteen was on board with the Biden campaign early, narrating the president-elect’s “Hometown” advertisement and allowing use of his song “The Rising” in a video that aired during the Democratic National Conventio. Fo...
