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Lawsuit Against Childish Gambino’s “This Is America” Dismissed
A lawsuit against Childish Gambino alleging that he plagiarized another song to make his Grammy Award-winning track "This Is America" has been dismissed in court. In the ruling, the judge deemed the allegations by rapper Kidd Wes weren't substantial, saying elements of the songs were "entirely different and not substantially similar." The post Lawsuit Against Childish Gambino’s “This Is America” Dismissed appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Amazon Music Debuts New Hip-Hop & Latino-Focused Shows
Two new shows, dedicated to Hip-Hop, Latin music and pop culture, will be premiering on Amazon Music later on in the month. The two shows, "La Semanal Live" and "Rotation Roundtable," are based on popular playlists on the platform and will be a combination of the podcast format and live streaming. The post Amazon Music Debuts New Hip-Hop & Latino-Focused Shows appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Is A Drake And Lil Baby Joint Album On Deck?
During a podcast interview, a producer who's worked with Drake stated that he received information that the Canadian rapper and Lil Baby are working together to release a joint album. Black Coffee delivered the information on the latest episode of the 'Podcast and Chill With Mac G' show. The post Is A Drake And Lil Baby Joint Album On Deck? appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Chuck D, Daddy-O Team Up For “Stop Self Destruction” Project
Rap legends Chuck D and Daddy-O have united to drop a new project called "Stop Self Destruction," over 30 years after the first "Self Destruction" song was released. The artists have partnered with the music label Opposition to bring forth the initiative. The post Chuck D, Daddy-O Team Up For “Stop Self Destruction” Project appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Judge In Young Thug Trial Orders Probe Tied To Evidence Leak
The Fulton County judge overseeing the racketeering trial against Young Thug and 13 of his associates has ordered a probe into how a video featuring a witness was leaked online. The video shows the witness in an interview offering information on Young Thug and YSL members to get leniency from the state. The post Judge In Young Thug Trial Orders Probe Tied To Evidence Leak appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
adidas Debt Rating Slashed By S&P After Earnings Spiral, Blame Yeezy?
S&P Global Ratings announced on Tuesday that they were slashing the long-term and short-term credit rating of Adidas. The firm detailed the reasoning in its statement, saying it was based on the company's projected outlook and warnings of losses after its termination of the partnership with Ye aka Kanye West last October. The post adidas Debt Rating Slashed By S&P After Earnings Spiral, Blame Yeezy? appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
BBC Creating Documentary & Podcast On Kanye West aka Ye
The BBC has announced a new documentary and a podcast series exploring Ye aka Kanye West. The documentary will cover the rapper’s 2024 presidential campaign. The post BBC Creating Documentary & Podcast On Kanye West aka Ye appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Vic Mensa Opens Up About Ghana, DJ Akademiks Beef & More
Vic Mensa sat down for a recent profile in which he opened up about sobriety, his experiences in tapping into his Ghanaian roots and why he publicly called out DJ Akademiks. The post Vic Mensa Opens Up About Ghana, DJ Akademiks Beef & More appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Dee Barnes Calls Out The Grammys On Award Named After Dr. Dre
Dee Barnes spoke out about the Grammys renaming their Impact Award after Dr. Dre in an op-ed on Wednesday, stating that they did so for "an abuser." She wrote about how the situation made her feel, and how speaking out about her being a victim of assault by the producer has led to her being blacklisted by the industry. Barnes also wrote of the hope for a face-to-face summit with Dr. Dre to resolve things. The post Dee Barnes Calls Out The Grammys On Award Named After Dr. Dre appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Red Bull Makes Paris Site Of 2023 One World Final
The esteemed breaking competition heads to the City of Light for their world championship final & 20th anniversary of the event. The post Red Bull Makes Paris Site Of 2023 One World Final appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Cardi B Overheard Scolding Offset & Quavo At Grammys
Cardi B was caught on camera scolding Migos members Quavo and Offset backstage at the Grammy Awards on Sunday. The incident took place as the two were in a heated dispute over how to tribute their late group member Takeoff during the "In Memoriam" segment. The post Cardi B Overheard Scolding Offset & Quavo At Grammys appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
MAGA Ye Might Be Banned From Australia
Ye aka Kanye West's reported plans to visit Australia have been met with government officials suggesting that he would be banned from obtaining a visa due to his antisemitic comments. The criticism also was echoed by members of an Australian Jewish organization. The post MAGA Ye Might Be Banned From Australia appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
