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Katy Perry has assured fans that she’s “ok,” despite a recent barrage of online vitriol that has come her way. The singer addressed the recent negativity from online commentators in an Instagram comment on a fan page, expressing her gratitude toward her fans for their ongoing support during what she labels an undoubtedly difficult time. “I’m so grateful for you guys. We’re in this beautiful and wild journey together,” Perry wrote. “I can continue to remain true to myself, heart open and honest especially because of our bond. I love you guys and have grown up together with you and…
Fat Joe filed a lawsuit in New York federal court accusing his former hypeman, Terrance Dixson and Dixson’s attorney, Tyrone Blackburn, of defamation and an attempted extortion scheme involving disturbing allegations and public threats. The Hip-Hop veteran claims the duo tried to pressure him into a payout by threatening to go public with what he calls “false and outrageous allegations,” including statutory rape, sex trafficking and forced labor. The legal complaint also accuses Dixson and Blackburn of intentionally causing emotional distress and launching a smear campaign to damage his reputation. According to court documents, the conflict began on March 23,…
Image Image Credit Pool / Pool via Getty Images Image Size landscape-medium ASAP Rocky was cleared of two firearm assault charges by a Los Angeles jury on Tuesday (Feb. 18) evening. The not guilty verdict came as a major sigh of relief for the rapper, who had been facing up to 24 years in prison over a 2021 altercation with Terell “ASAP Relli” Ephron. After the verdict was read, courtroom footage showed ASAP Rocky jumping over the gallery wall to hug Rihanna and his mother. “Thank you, guys, for saving my life. Thank you, thank you, thank you, your honor,”…
Image Image Credit Edward Berthelot / Contributor via Getty Images Image Size landscape-medium For years, Hip Hop fans have debated about music within the genre increasingly lacking substance, especially with the rise of the streaming era; however, Doechii isn’t here for it. According to the “What It Is” hitmaker, the assumption that rap isn’t intellectual is “rooted in racism.” In an interview with The Cut published on Wednesday (Feb. 19), Doechii emphasized rap’s roots in terms of lyricism and craftsmanship. “Old-school Hip Hop is vulnerability,” she told the publication. “I’m gravitating towards the pure skill that was incorporated. Anyone who…
Julien Baker and TORRES’ Send a Prayer My Way debuts at No. 5 on Billboard’s Top Album Sales chart (dated May 3), and also takes a bow in the top 10 on both the Vinyl Albums and Indie Store Album Sales rankings. The set – the first collaborative effort from the duo – was released April 18 and sold about 6,500 copies in the United States in the week ending April 26, according to Luminate. Previously, Baker has placed two solo titles on Top Album Sales. Baker is also a member of the group Boygenius, which has notched a trio…
DDG wants IShowSpeed to make an appearance in his new music video and has a hefty incentive to make it happen.In a recent livestream, the online personality-turned-rapper inquired how much Speed would charge for an appearance fee in one of DDG’s music videos—presumably for a track off of his upcoming album, Blame the Chat, which is set for release on Friday (May 2).“How much is it gonna cost me? How much you gonna charge me, Speed?” asked the rapper, as seen in a clip circulating online. “I know YouTube ain’t got subs, I know they got members. I come in roughly…
Terrence Howard said he turned down the Marvin Gaye biopic after learning it could involve kissing a man, citing personal discomfort with the role. AllHipHop.com Since 1998, AllHipHop.com has pioneered delivering Hip-Hop news. Get our daily email for exclusive, breaking news, and weekly digests, all curated for the true Hip-Hop enthusiast. Stay connected and informed with the heartbeat of Hip-Hop culture. Subscribe now! Subscribe Terrence Howard walked away from portraying Marvin Gaye in a long-anticipated biopic after learning the role might require him to kiss a man. He says the decision was rooted in personal discomfort rather than prejudice. Speaking…
Image Image Credit Robert Okine / Contributor via Getty Images and Kaitlyn Morris / Stringer via Getty Images Image Alt Trippie Redd and Coi Leray Image Size landscape-medium Trippie Redd has finally broken his silence after Coi Leray accused him of infidelity, but judging by his first social media post, he might’ve been better off staying quiet. On Tuesday (Feb. 18) night, the Pegasus rapper said he’d do every person he’s “ever did wrong” again if given a chance. “To every b**ch I ever did wrong, I’ll do it again,” his tweet read. Although he didn’t mention any names, Leray…
Apple Music has named Ole Obermann and Rachel Newman as the company’s new co-heads, Billboard has confirmed. The news was first reported by Music Business Worldwide. Obermann, who left his role as global head of music business development at ByteDance earlier this year, worked at the Chinese company for more than five years, having started as vp/global head of music at TikTok. Before that, he worked at Warner Music Group as chief digital officer/executive vp of strategy and business development and at Sony Music, where he worked on striking licensing renewals with Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and other DSPs. During…
Image Image Credit Prince Williams / Contributor via Getty Images Image Size landscape-medium Wireless Festival 2025 sold out in record time, all thanks to Drake. On Wednesday (Feb. 19), organizers announced that general admission tickets were completely gone within hours, with only a handful of VIP packages left. If that’s not proof that the “God’s Plan” rapper is still running things overseas, even after the past year, then what is? It’s worth noting the festival was announced on Saturday (Feb. 16). For its 20th anniversary, Drake will headline “all three nights with three different setlists” from July 11 to July…