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Smokepurpp Leads "F**k J. Cole" Chant At Atlanta Concert
The reported tension between J. Cole and Smokepurpp seems to be heating up. It was originally suspected that Cole dissed Smokepurpp and Lil Pump on his recent single "1985" off of his album, KOD. The rapper may have snuck in a few subliminal messages on the track, but now Smokepurp is returning the favor. The rookie recently led a chant aimed at Cole at Purpp's concert in Atlanta's Buckhead Theatre...
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Candace Owens Is Elated Kanye West Likes The Way She Thinks
Kanye West returned to Twitter to offer advice to creatives and announce the album release dates for his project and his fellow G.O.O.D Music cohorts. The Internet ate up all of Ye's tweets and seemed generally pleased Mr. West stepped out of his self-imposed exile. However, the good times didn't last too long when on Saturday (April 21) West praised conservative Candace Owens. "I love the way Candace...
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R. Kelly Dropped By His Publicist And Lawyer
Reports have come in confirming that R. Kelly’s publicist and lawyer have severed ties with the singer. Linda Mensch, Kelly’s entertainment lawyer, confirmed to BBC news that she “no longer represented Mr Kelly or his entities.” The BBC also reported that Diane Copeland, Kelly’s assistant has quit. Additionally, Kelly’s publicist is out. In a statement to Rolling Stone, Kelly’s...
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11 Things You Should Know About J. Cole's 'KOD' Album
From tracklists to features and underlying meanings, we've got the scoop on what you need to know. Each of Cole's LPs have showcased a abstract...
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Highlighting Avicii's Best Hip-Hop & R&B Collaborations
At just 28 years old, Tim Bergling helped cultivate the world of EDM as Avicii. As news of his death spread Friday (Apr. 20), figures in the dance community such as Eric Prydz, Hardwell and Deadmau5 paid their respects. Among the group were also Nile Rogers, Rita Ora, and Aloe Blacc, who was featured on one of the producer's biggest tune, "Wake Me Up." Avicii's catalog was lengthy in dance, but also...
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Meet Sixmau, The Artist Behind J. Cole's Trip-Inspired Album Artwork
The album artwork for J. Cole's surprise album KOD was released to eager fans on Wednesday (Apr. 18). The design is appropriately drug-inspired, as the North Carolina rapper's fifth opus is slated to drop on Friday (Apr. 20). On the front cover, a glassy-eyed Cole is featured wearing a crown. Children smoking, drinking lean, snorting coke and dropping acid are seen beneath his elegant robe, and two...
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Gospel Community Claps Back At Wendy Williams Over The Clark Sisters Commentary
Wendy Williams is no stranger to a little controversy due to her unfiltered approach on her talk show, and the most recent incident of shade-throwing was no different. During her Wednesday show (Apr. 18), the host shaded the iconic gospel group The Clark Sisters, and questioned their legacy after bringing up that they've never had a number one hit, during a discussion about Snoop Dogg's latest chart-topping...
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DMX Working On New Music And Vetting Movie Deals From Jail
DMX reportedly has to spend one year in jail over his tax evasion case, but he may be able to make a couple of bucks behind bars. According to a new report, the veteran rapper has has new music in the works as well as offers to hop on movie and book deals. X's attorney Murray Richma reportedly told The Blast that the rapper has received an influx of music, book, and movie deals. Those who are offering...
