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Philly Judge Meek Mill Called Out Has Criminal Cases Reassigned, Legal Battle Unfolding
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: NurPhoto / Getty Meek Mill wasn’t capping when he said his judge was doing him dirty, allegedly. . The same Philadelphia judge who jailed the rapper, and who he essentially accused of having a vendetta against him, has had her criminal cases reassigned, and now she’s suing. The Philadephia Inquirer reports that Common Pleas Court Judge Genece Brinkley has been transferred to civil court and all of the pending criminal cases she was initially tasked with have been reassigned. Brinkley is the same judge who jailed Meek Mill for a parole violation in 2017. Related Stories The judge’s behavior while she was overseeing Meek’s case had most anyone taking a look at the details saying she was holding a grudge. For example, in 2018, the Philadelphia District Attor...
Mary J. Blige To Host New Talk Show ‘The Wine Down’ On BET
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Rodin Eckenroth / Getty Mary J. Blige is taking the airwaves by storm as she’s poised to have her own talk show on BET next year thanks to a recent partnership deal. According to reports, the star R&B singer has signed a deal with BET to produce scripted and unscripted content through her company, Blue Butterfly Productions. The first project from this deal coming into fruition is a new talk show called The Wine Down. The synopsis of the unscripted talk show has Blige as the host connecting with various guests from the worlds of entertainment, politics, sports and social media over a good bottle of wine. Related Stories “Throughout her legendary career, Mary has blazed trails to become a global superstar. With Blue Butterfly, Mary develops awe-inspiri...
Suspect In NYC Aspiring Rapper’s Death Apprehended After Going Into Hiding
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Bill Tompkins / Getty A dangerous man suspected of killing an aspiring rapper is now behind bars after going on the run for almost a month. As reported by the Daily News, a man named Osvaldo Marrero is now under arrest for allegedly ending the life of another man who had dreams of being a rapper. According to prosecutors, he was spotted on Sunday, Nov. 27 pacing with a gun in his hand at the 9 p.m. mark in the Chelsea area of lower Manhattan. Meanwhile, Anthony “Ant” Holley was buying food at a deli nearby. It seems the two men had problems in the past as it was on sight when Holley saw Osvaldo prompting him to pistol whip Osvaldo. Holley proceeded to walk away but Osvaldo regrouped and got his bearings together and then shot Holley from about 40 feet awa...
Gwen Stefani Remembers Late No Doubt Member John Spence: ‘Today and Always’
Gwen Stefani honored the memory of one of No Doubt‘s founding members, John Spence, in a tribute posted 35 years after his death. Spence was the original lead singer in the earliest days of the Anaheim, Calif., group, while Stefani provided backing vocals. The first version of No Doubt — with a name inspired by a phrase Spence often said — was formed in 1986. “For some reason there was automatically this built-in following,” Stefani said in a 1996 interview with Spin. “People loved the fact that it was a girl, that it was 2-Tone, that it was me and John up there.” A year later, Spence died by suicide at the age of 18. “remembering John Spence today, and always,” Stefani wrote of the late singer and friend on Instagram Wednesday (Dec. 21). The pop star and Voice coach shared six photos on h...
Cardi B Lets a Troll Know She’s Worth More Than $40 Million & That She Could Lose It at Any Second
Looks like we can add financial planner to Cardi B’s résumé. Earlier this week, the superstar schooled a fan who criticized her wealth on social media. The exchange started when Cardi tweeted, “We going through a recession…..Merry Christmas,” along with a festive Christmas tree emoji. The statement then prompted a follower to clap back, “Says the rapper worth 40 million,” using a GIF of an irritated man nodding his head and rolling his eyes. Well, naturally, the “Hot Sh–” rapper wasn’t going to take that shade lying down. “I’m worth more [than] that and guess what? If I don’t save, work and budget I could lose it too!” she replied. “What makes you think that no matter how much money you got you can’t lose it all if you don’t manage your money correctly. I too have bills, responsibilities a...
9 Can’t Miss Moments from ‘Homeward Bound: Grammy Salute to the Songs of Paul Simon’
It’s not a surprise that Homeward Bound: Grammy Salute to the Songs of Paul Simon, which aired on CBS on Wednesday Dec. 21, was so satisfying. Paul Simon has long been regarded as one of our top songwriters. He won the 1970 Grammy for song of the year for “Bridge Over Troubled Water” and was nominated in that category for “Mrs. Robinson” and “Graceland.” He was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1982 and received that organization’s highest honor, the Johnny Mercer Award, in 1998. In 2007, he became the inaugural recipient of the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song. Many of the participants on the two-hour special spoke warmly about Simon’s songs. Elton John recalled early days when he and Bernie Taupin would sit on the floor listening to Simon & Garfunkel’s Bookends through hea...
Thom Bell, Philadelphia Soul Icon, Dies at 79
Thom Bell, the iconic pioneer of Philadelphia soul in the 1970s, passed away on Thursday (Dec. 22) in Bellingham, Washington. He was 79 years old. The news was first reported by Philly R&B radio station 105.3 WDAS-FM, with host Patty Jackson saying, “We remember Thom Bell: record producer, arranger and songwriter known for his work with Linda Creed, Gamble and Huff, the many hits, the creators of Philly soul.” The station also paid special tribute to the late musician on its website by sharing a video of the Stylistics’ 1972 Bell-produced single “People Make the World Go Round.” Bell’s attorney confirmed his passing to Billboard, saying, “Thom Bell left an indelible and everlasting mark on the history of popular music, but even more so, he will be remembered by all who knew him as a ki...
Zinoleesky – Yan yan yan
Zinoleesky comes through with a fantastic piece of music titled “Yan Yan Yan.” The third track on his new EP, “Grit & Lust,” titled “Yan Yan Yan” is Zinoleesky’s latest tune produced by Skondtrack. It is a solo record that you will like and this fills in as a follow-up to his other songs on the extended play like “Many Roads,” “Odinaka,” and “Personal,” among others. Dj Blacky – Best Of Ghana & 9ja Xmas Mixtape DJ Shugga – End Of The Year Mix DJ Lawy – The Wavy December Mix (Mixtape) Hope you like it and add it to your playlist. Listen and share Zinoleesky – “Yan yan yan” below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Zinoleesky_-_Yan_Yan_Yan_NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download Mp3
Zinoleesky ft Omah Lay – Last Time
Nigerian singer Zinoleesky has a new single titled “Last Time” off his new EP, “Grit & Lust.” Marlian Music artist Zinoleesky teams up with Omah Lay to deliver a brand new single titled “Last Time” which is their first outing together. The new song is an amazing tune in which the guest artist flawlessly complemented the track with his good vocals and catchy lyrics. Dj Blacky – Best Of Ghana & 9ja Xmas Mixtape DJ Shugga – End Of The Year Mix DJ Lawy – The Wavy December Mix (Mixtape) This is a follow-up to his songs, “Run It Up,” and “Rocking,” among others. Listen and share Zinoleesky ft Omah Lay – “Last Time” below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Zinoleesky_-_Last_Time_ft_Omah_Lay__NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
Zinoleesky – Grit & Lust (EP)
Here is the much-anticipated EP “Grit & Lust” by Zinoleesky. Coming in this week is the promised new project from Zinoleesky titled “Grit & Lust” (The EP). It is an exciting and feel-good body of work with eight tracks. The EP has guest features from Omah Lay and Ayra Starr, and it also solidifies the wonderful and impressive musical run of Zinoleesky. Dj Blacky – Best Of Ghana & 9ja Xmas Mixtape DJ Shugga – End Of The Year Mix DJ Lawy – The Wavy December Mix (Mixtape) Tracklist Personal Odinaka Yanyanyan Run It Up Many Roads ft. Ayra Starr Last Time ft. Omah Lay Call Of Duty Rocking Listen and share Zinoleesky – “Grit & Lust” EP below.
Ultra Worldwide Now Has Music Festivals On All 6 Inhabited Continents
The team behind Ultra Music Festival have secured their spot as the most international music festival brand. After expanding to Peru and Abu Dhabi, Ultra Worldwide now has festivals on all six inhabited continents. The inaugural Ultra Abu Dhabi was postponed in 2020 due to COVID-19 concerns, but it’s now been confirmed to take place March 4-5, 2023. Ultra’s booming beats and coruscating laser beams will debut at the largest open-air venue in the Middle East, Etihad Park. Ultra South Africa. Ultra Worldwide After the Abu Dhabi fest wraps up, the Ultra tour will make its way to South Africa for its eighth edition, hosting back-to-back events in Cape Town and Johannesburg on Friday, March 10th and Saturday, March 11th. Africa’s largest electronic music festiva...
Aromas and Audio: This Innovative Fragrance Diffuser Uses Speaker Design Theory
A new fragrance diffuser, which is shaped like an antique horn speaker, is designed to change the way we perceive smell. The Olfactive Stéréophonique delivers a controlled, cyclical smell that mirrors the way we hear sounds, according to its designers. It was developed by Devon Turnbull, the founder of artisanal speaker brand OJAS and Ben Gorham, founder and creative director of perfumer Byredo. They say the “experimental and revolutionary fragrance diffuser” is on the cutting-edge of multi-sensory experiences. The Olfactive Stéréophonique fragrance diffuser. OJAS/Byredo Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles “The process is simple: sit comfortably with a high-fidelity sound system and select disks that set the tone for that moment or take you on a voyage that you’ll ret...
