Recording Artists
Man Convicted Of Young Dolph’s Murder Gets 35 Years Added To Life Sentence
In September, Justin Johnson, one of two people who were charged in the fatal ambush shooting of Memphis rapper Young Dolph in 2021, was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole. On Friday (Nov. 31), the 26-year-old has been slapped with an additional 35 years behind bars, making his […]
Why Is Drake Posting Solange & Jay-Z’s Infamous Elevator Fade?
Lately, it seems like Drake has been doing a fair amount of sub-posting and speaking on things just vaguely enough that people think they know who he’s talking to and what he’s trying to say about them—but also, maybe not. Recently, the “Hotlight Bling” rapper posted to his Instagram story the infamous photo of R&B […]
Chris Brown Hit With $50M Lawsuit
Regardless of how anyone feels about controversial R&B singer Chris Brown, it’s time for people to stop laboring under the delusion that his history of alleged violence against women and violent outbursts, in general, begin and end with Rihanna.Instances and allegations of violent behavior have followed him throughout his career, and now he’s facing yet […]
Kendrick Lamar The Pop Out Show Breaks The Internet
Kendrick Lamar gave fans everything they wished for, and more. The Compton rapper’s Pop Out show went down on Juneteenth at The Forum in Inglewood, but was streamed worldwide via Amazon Prime, bringing the Los Angeles vibes, and Drake slander, to the globe. Billed as The Pop Out: Ken & Friends Concert, the star-studded cameos […]
Jess Hilarious Responds To SZA’s Mary J. Blige Comparison
Jess Hilarious dragged Charlemagne tha God and DJ Envy for comparing SZA to Mary J. Blige on 'The Breakfast Club.'
Saucy Santana Says He Would Rather Not Have A Gay Son
It may appear that the LGBTQ community has made a lot of strides in recent years, but that doesn’t mean the threat of bigotry isn’t still present and a cause of concern for queer people. Recently, openly gay rapper Saucy Santana expressed fears about having a gay son in a world that still breeds and […]
Bomb Threat Interrupts Lil Nas X Premiere At TIFF
Lil Nas X’s documentary Lil Nas X: Long Live Montero was supposed to premiere at the Toronto Film Festival at a certain time Saturday night but, unfortunately, it got delayed for about 20 minutes because, well, homophobic bigots ruin everything—or at least they try to. According to Variety, the screening was scheduled to begin at 10:pm […]
Young M.A Back With New Music & Doc After “Small Setback” Caused By “Wrong Decisions”
For the last couple of years, Brooklyn rapper Young M.A has kept her fans concerned about her physical and mental well-being. In 2021, she announced that she had checked herself into rehab to get help for her substance abuse and addiction. Then, last month, she had to reassure fans that “good” after explaining that she […] The post Young M.A Back With New Music & Doc After “Small Setback” Caused By “Wrong Decisions” appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Ohio Cops Sue Afroman Over Music Videos Featuring Footage Of Raid On His Home, Which Turned Up Nothing
First, let me just say Joseph Foreman aka Afroman is still HILARIOUS! Last August, the “Because I Got High” rapper’s Adams County, Ohio, home was raided by deputies and other officers with the Adams County Sheriff’s Office, who were armed when they executed a search warrant for drugs, drug paraphernalia and evidence of kidnapping and […] The post Ohio Cops Sue Afroman Over Music Videos Featuring Footage Of Raid On His Home, Which Turned Up Nothing appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Lil Nas X Claps Back At Twitter Bros Who Accused Him Of Pretending To Be Gay
Apparently, there are folks on social media who, for whatever reason, believe openly gay recording artist Lil Nas X is basically the Rachel Dolezal of the LGBTQ community and is only pretending to be gay for the publicity. But Nas X, being the internet clap-back-ologist that he is, had the perfect responses for men who […] The post Lil Nas X Claps Back At Twitter Bros Who Accused Him Of Pretending To Be Gay appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Chaka Khan Goes IN On Adele, Mariah Carey & More, Apologizes
Chaka Khan shaded Adele, Mariah Carey, Mary J. Blige and more while criticizing 'Rolling Stone's' "200 Greatest Singers Of All Time” list. The post Chaka Khan Goes IN On Adele, Mariah Carey & More, Apologizes appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Drake And The Weeknd To Skip Grammys For The Second Year
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Cole Burston / Getty The Canadian urban music delegation has opted out of an appearance at the Grammy Awards for a second year in row. According to Page Six, Drake and The Weeknd will not be attending nor have they submitted music for award consideration. The two artists who have also been collaborators have both previously expressed their discontent with the Recording Academy and the awards process. In 2021, The Weeknd decried the snub of his mega-hit album, After Hours with a statement to The New York Times that read, “Because of the secret committees, I will no longer allow my label to submit my music to the Grammys.” The Recording Academy’s voters are music industry insiders who apply for membership with an application and several referenc...
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