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Lawsuit Claims Kanye West’s Donda Academy Smelled of Mold
Another former teacher at Kanye West's Donda Academy has filed a lawsuit, alleging that there were multiple unsafe conditions at the school including a "moldy smell". Isaiah Meadows is the fourth teacher to file a suit, doing so in Los Angeles on Thursday.
Steven Victor Explains Pop Smoke Album Cover Snafu
Steven Victor, Pop Smoke's manager, talked about the controversy over the late rapper's debut album cover in a recent interview.
Young Thug Denies Police Testimony Naming Him A Snitch
The lead attorney for Young Thug has filed motions on his behalf denying potential testimony from a future witness in his upcoming trial saying he was a snitch in a murder case. The allegations come from a police detective who claims the rapper was involved in an unrelated murder case.
Rick Ross Saves Georgia Healthcare Clinic With $30K Donation
Rick Ross presented a Georgia healthcare center with a check for over $30,000 to prevent its closure. The Fayette C.A.R.E. Clinic held a ceremony on Juneteenth, where the rapper presented the check to executives. The clinic serves poorer residents in the area with doctors and affordable medication.
21 Savage, GloRilla & More Shine At Birthday Bash 2023
The annual Birthday Bash concert event sponsored by HOT 107.9 took place last weekend in Atlanta, Georgia. 21 Savage and GloRilla were the main headliners, with Cardi B, Latto, J. Cole and Jadakiss appearing as special guests.
Ebro Puts Joe Budden On Blast Over Summer Jam Remarks
Joe Budden's comments about being asked if he was a "seat filler" while attending HOT 97's Summer Jam concert event seemed to spark some controversy, and Ebro Darden caught wind of the situation and called him out online. Darden also alerted Funkmaster Flex and other personalities at the network, and the conversation eventually got to Budden who denied any ill intent with the comments.
Tyler, The Creator Announces The Return of Camp Flog Gnaw
Tyler, The Creator announced the return of the Camp Flog Gnaw festival after a four-year hiatus. The two-day concert event will be held at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California in November. Advance VIP passes will go on sale on Friday.
3rd Man Charged For The Murder Of Jam Master Jay
Federal authorities announced that they were bringing charges against a third man for the murder of Hip-Hop icon Jam Master Jay of Run-DMC. Jay Bryant was already being held on a separate drug-related indictment, and his lawyer states that he plans to plead not guilty. The post 3rd Man Charged For The Murder Of Jam Master Jay appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Busta Rhymes Surprises Janet Jackson At Her MSG Concert
Busta Rhymes joined superstar Janet Jackson onstage at her 'Together Again' concert date in New York City on Tuesday. The "Break Ya Neck" rapper & Jackson performed their hit collaboration "What's It Gonna Be," and he took the opportunity to pay her a heartfelt tribute and wish her a Happy Birthday. The post Busta Rhymes Surprises Janet Jackson At Her MSG Concert appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Heavy D Sculpture Unveiled In Money Earnin’ Mount Vernon
A new sculpture honoring the life and impact of the late Heavy D was unveiled in Mount Vernon, New York last week. The sculpture, over 18 feet tall, was named "Peaceful Journey" after his third album. The post Heavy D Sculpture Unveiled In Money Earnin’ Mount Vernon appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Diddy Pays Sting $5K A Day For 26-Year-Old Sting Sample, Allegedly
Diddy set the record straight in response to a viral video clip that resurfaced concerning royalty payments for an uncleared sample he's making to Sting totaling five thousand a day. The clip from"The Breakfast Club" in 2018 showed Sting revealing that the Bad Boy Records founder was paying $2,000 a day for sampling The Police's "Every Breath You Take" for the 1997 hit "I'll Be Missing You". The post Diddy Pays Sting $5K A Day For 26-Year-Old Sting Sample, Allegedly appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Lupe Fiasco Announces His Yale University Fellowship
Lupe Fiasco will once again dispense his Hip-Hop wisdom to collegiate students as a new fellow at Yale University. The rapper revealed the news of his fellowship last week on social media. This follows his stewardship of a course at MIT last year. The post Lupe Fiasco Announces His Yale University Fellowship appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
