Music mogul L.A. Reid, former CEO of Sony Music Entertainment’s Epic Records, is now making a comeback to the music biz. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ According to the New York Post, Reid has teamed up with Charles Goldstuck, former executive chairman of TouchTunes Interactive Networks, to launch Hitco, a music, and publishing …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Today in Hip-Hop: Wu-Tang Clan Released “C.R.E.A.M.” 24 Years Ago
⠀ On January 31, 1994, Wu-Tang Clan released their smash single “C.R.E.A.M.” (Cash Rules Everything Around Me) from their 1993 album, ‘Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)’. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ To this day, “C.R.E.A.M.” remains a hip-hop classic that made us fall in love with Wu-Tang and their raw, street demeanor. For …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Today in Hip-Hop: T.I. Released “What You Know” 12 Years Ago
On January 28, 2006, T.I. released his single “What You Know” from his fourth studio album ‘King’. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ The single was also used in promotion for T.I’s film, ‘ATL’ which debuted in theaters two months later. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ The single had much success and peaked at number three Hot …
Read More »Ballerific Woman: Shonda Rhimes-The Mastermind Behind ABC’s #TGIT
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ In a perfect world, men and women would receive equal pay. African American women would be presented the same opportunities as their white counterparts. Rejection would be based on qualifications rather than race. Unfortunately, this world is far from perfect, however, there are people, more specifically women, who have …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Today in Hip-Hop: Foxy Brown Released ‘Chyna Doll’
⠀⠀ 19 years ago today, rapper Foxy Brown released her second studio album ‘Chyna Doll’ on Violator Records and Def Jam Recordings. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ With the success of her debut album, ‘Ill Na Na’, Brown went to work on her second album, making sure that she was an executive producer …
Read More »Dennis Rodman Out of Rehab; Set to Begin “Long-Term Treatment” in California
After completing one week at an inpatient rehab center in New Jersey, former NBA Baller Dennis Rodman is now out on his own but vows to continue his sobriety. Rodman checked in to the Turning Point treatment center after a DUI arrest earlier this month. According to his rep Darren …
Read More »Tiffany Haddish Inks 2-Year First-Look Deal With HBO
“Girls Trip” break out star Tiffany Haddish has inked a two-year, first-look deal with HBO to develop new projects. Recently Haddish won New York Film Critics Circle Best Supporting Actress award for her role in “Girls Trip”. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ In addition to starting some new projects with the premium cable …
Read More »50 Cent Sitting on Millions After Investing in Bitcoin
It’s no secret that 50 Cent is a good businessman and is savvy about where to invest his money. So in true 50 fashion, the rapper took a chance on bitcoin years ago and is now reaping the benefits in a major way. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Back in 2014, 50 allowed fans …
Read More »Ballerific Kicks: Vince Staples to Release Three-Piece Collection in Collaboration with Converse
Following in the footsteps of the rappers before him, Vince Staples is now leaving his mark on the shoe game. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Staples announced his latest collaboration with Converse to create a three-piece capsule collection that is set to drop on Jan. 25. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ The collab features revamps of …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Today in Hip-Hop: Nicki Minaj Released “Truffle Butter” Three Years Ago
⠀⠀ 3 years ago today, Nicki Minaj released the single “Truffle Butter,” featuring Drake and Lil Wayne from her third studio album, ‘The Pinkprint’. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Featuring verses from these Young Money all-stars, the single was an instant hit. According to multiple publications such as Slate and Pitchfork, the song …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Today in Hip-Hop: Young Jeezy Released “Go Getta” featuring R. Kelly
⠀ 11 years ago Young Jeezy released his single “Go Getta” featuring R. Kelly from his second album, ‘The Inspiration’. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ The song was a club banger, combining Jeezy’s street persona and Kelly’s catchy vocals. It was a success peaking at number 18 on the Hot 100 and at …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Today in Hip-Hop: Wyclef Jean Released “Gone till November” 20 Years Ago
⠀ 20 years ago today, Wyclef Jean released his third single, “Gone till November”, from his debut solo album, ‘The Carnival’. Upon its release, the single was well received. Similar to other singles, the song showcased Wyclef’s ability as a solo artist after his departure from the iconic group, The …
Read More »Too Short Sued for Sexual Battery and Sexual Harassment
According to TMZ, rapper Too Short is being accused of sexual battery. The rap legend was slapped with a lawsuit Friday filed in Los Angeles by a woman named Teana Louis. According to court documents, obtained by the publication, Teana alleged that Too Short sexually assaulted her on multiple occasions …
Read More »Orlando Brown Arrested After Getting Into a Dispute with Girlfriend and Her Mother
⠀ Former Disney star Orlando Brown has been arrested after a family dispute led to cops being called to the scene and arresting him for a different case. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ According to TMZ, cops were called to Brown’s apartment Thursday morning after an argument got heated between Brown, his girlfriend, …
Read More »Meek Mill Sued by Fan That Was Shot at His Concert
⠀ A fan has reportedly filed a lawsuit against rapper Meek Mill for allegedly causing him to get shot at one of his concerts. The concert took place December 30, 2016, at the Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford, CT. According to TMZ, the night ended with two men dead and two …
Read More »Multi-Billion Dollar Spirits Company Pernod Ricard Acquires Stake in Jeezy’s Avión Tequila Brand
⠀⠀ After the release of his new album ‘PRESSURE’, Jeezy is continuing to make boss moves, but this time with Avión Tequila. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ According to a press release, Pernod Ricard USA has purchased the remaining stake in Avión Spirits LLC, the parent company of the ultra-premium tequila brand Avión. …
Read More »Jermaine Dupri, Cameo, and Rhyon Brown Among the Honorees for 2018 Bounce Trumpet Awards
The 2018 Bounce Trumpet Awards are here and this year’s show will be one for the books. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ The annual celebration of African-American achievements will be hosted by Larenz Tate and Erica Ash of “Survivor’s Remorse” in Atlanta, GA. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ The nominees for the black-tie gala were announced …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Today in Hip-Hop: The Game Released Debut Album ‘The Documentary’ 13 Years Ago
⠀ 13 years ago today, The Game released his debut album ‘The Documentary’ on Aftermath Entertainment, G-Unit Records, and Interscope Records. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Featuring production from some of hip-hop’s biggest names such as Dr. Dre, Kanye West, Scott Storch and Timbaland, ‘The Documentary’ was a major success that catapulted The …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Today in Hip-Hop: 26th Anniversary of “Juice”
On January 17, 1992, the hip-hop crime film “Juice” was released in theaters. Starring hip-hop legend, Tupac Shakur, Omar Epps, Jermaine Hopkins, and Khalil Kain, “Juice” was the epitome of hip-hop culture. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ From Q’s (Epps) DJing skills to their 90s street style, the film was a classic coming …
Read More »Chrissy Teigen Offers to Pay McKayla Maroney’s $100k Fine for Speaking Out Against Larry Nassar
As news continues to surface about Team USA doctor Larry Nassar, model Chrissy Teigen is now pleading for McKayla Maroney to speak up against Nassar’s behavior. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Teigen says she would be “honored” to pay the $100,000 fine Maroney may be forced to pay for breaking a nondisclosure agreement. …
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