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42 Dugg Announces “4eva Us, Neva Them” Nationwide Tour

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Hip-hop artist 42 Dugg announced the “4eva Us, Neva Them” Tour, a 20-city, cross-country trek that will include stops in major cities, including New York, Philadelphia, Boston, Denver, Chicago, Atlanta, Houston, Washington DC and more. He will be joined by some of hip-hop’s hottest rising artists such as Yungeen Ace, CartierAudi.Money and Chicken.P

The tour announcement comes after Dugg unleashed his debut album, 4eva Us, Neva Them, in July that included star-studded collaborations like Lil Baby, Meek MillSexyy Red, Jeezy, EST Gee, Rylo Rodriguez and Blac Youngsta.

Dugg elaborated on his goal for the album in an interview with Billboard, nothing that he “just wanted to show the people the growth of what type of headspace I’m in, and what I’ve been through and how far along I’ve come.”

4eva Us, Neva Them marked the 2021 XXL Freshman star’s first full project since 2022, a collaborative effort with EST Gee titled Last Ones Left, which debuted at No. 7 on the Billboard 200. Dugg’s last solo project, Free Dem Boyz, came in 2021 and debuted at No. 8 on the Billboard 200.

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California’s Own ZX7

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From the heart of California emerges ZX7, a rap artist whose journey over the past seven years has been nothing short of a lyrical odyssey. Known for his distinctive sound and immersive beats, ZX7 is a name to watch as he continues to carve his niche in the hip-hop scene.

ZX7’s musical venture began with his debut track, “Like 1 Ape,” a raw and authentic expression of his early influences. Since then, he has evolved into a formidable force in rap, blending his own production prowess with a unique flair that sets him apart. His latest project, “Paper RELEASE,” is a testament to his growth and creativity, while his upcoming release, tentatively titled “1 M,” promises to take his artistry to even greater heights.

Drawing inspiration from an unconventional muse—the mall—ZX7’s music reflects a blend of everyday observations and profound introspection. This eclectic source of inspiration has fueled his distinctive sound, resonating with fans who appreciate his ability to transform the mundane into the extraordinary. His rap style is enriched by his collaborations with notable artists like Lil B, and he harbors a deep admiration for Kid Cudi, envisioning a future collaboration with the genre-defining artist.

Currently signed to Swaggertown Road, ZX7 is open to exploring further opportunities in the music industry, whether through record deals or distribution agreements. His ambition extends beyond conventional boundaries, with dreams of performing on tropical islands and touring alongside icons like Kanye West. Despite his aspirations, ZX7 remains grounded, valuing the support of his global fanbase and remaining deeply involved in every aspect of his music, from writing and producing to crafting his own music video concepts.

In five years, ZX7 envisions himself as a major player in the music industry, a testament to his unwavering dedication and vision. As he continues to produce and release music that captivates and inspires, ZX7 is set to leave an indelible mark on the world of rap. For a taste of his evolving sound, check out his latest work on Spotify and stay tuned for what’s next in his promising career.

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Rashida Jones, Daughter Of Quincy Jones, Recalls Rocky Relationship With Tupac

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Rashida Jones, the daughter of Grammy Award winning producer Quincy Jones, says that her and her family had an up-and-down relationship with the late Tupac Shakur, but still considers him family.

In an interview with the New Yorker, which was published over the weekend(July 7), the actress recalled the open letter she wrote to ‘Pac in The Source following some disparaging remarks that Shakur made about the famed musician/producer.

“All he does is stick his dick in white bitches and make fucked up kids,” Pac said of Rashida’s father at the time.

“I do think that anyone who reads this article would be shocked by his ignorance and lack of respect for his people,” she said.  “To demean a man like Quincy Jones, a man who came from the ghetto of Chicago and through his talent and perseverance became a living music legend, demeans the whole progress of African Americans.”

She continued, “Where the hell would you be if Black people like him hadn’t paved the way for you to even have the opportunity to express yourself? I don’t see you fighting for you race. In my Opinion, you’re destroying it and shitting all over your people.”

30 years later, Rashida reflected on the letter she wrote, which was shortly before her older sister Kidada began dating Tupac.

Furious! So precocious, so self-righteous. Yeah, I was so mad,” she said. “It was a new perspective to me. I kind of understand the nuance more now that I’m older. It just felt like a completely unwarranted attack. It resolved itself really nicely, because when I met him, he immediately apologized to me, immediately apologized to my dad. We sat down and had a really good conversation about it, and then he was family.”

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Lil Wayne Revises His Top 5 of All Time; Includes Drake, Leaves Out Kendrick on Recent Podcast

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Lil Wayne has entered the chat and the timing feels right now that the beef, feud or what you ever you want to call the rivalry between Drake and Kendrick Lamar has simmered down. Since the Pop Out concert ended, or maybe even before, there’s been more chatter than ever about where Drizzy or K. Dot stand in the grand scheme of greatest rappers ever. 

But Tunechi has thoughts from his perspective. The “A Milli” rapper recently shared his top five rappers in an interview with Cam Heyward for his podcast “Not Just Football.” Check out the clip below.

Jay-Z, Missy Elliott, Eminem, The Notorious B.I.G., and Drake

He notably left out Kendrick. Are we surprised? Was he way off? On point or just expressing his subjective opinion?

We all know Wayne and Drake are not only friends but Weezy paved the way for the 6 God from Young Money and beyond. So makes sense after all Drake has accomplished, that he include him on his list. 

Most fans have been interested in Lil Wayne’s position on the whole beef thing, especially after Kendrick name dropped him in his hit record “Not Like Us.” 

ICYMI Dot, referred to allegations about Drake and Lil Wayne’s girlfriend during Lil Wayne’s time in prison, along with his tattoo tribute to Wayne. Lil Wayne indirectly acknowledged the incident in an interview but seemed unfazed by the controversy. So how hard did that bar really hit? 

Curiosity turned up after a clip from a recent Lil Wayne concert showed Kendrick’s track playing, leading some to wonder about Lil Wayne’s stance on the whole beef. But before you gasp, it was later clarified that this was simply a DJ’s introduction. Okay, exhale.  

Anyway I think Weezy dropping his list, naming Drake and leaving out Dot, says a lot. What do ya’ll think?

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Today In Hip Hop History: Tim Dog Accused Of Faking His Death To Avoid Prosecution 11 Years Ago

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On this date in 2013, the media was in a frenzy around the death or the whereabout of Timothy Blair, a rapper from the Bronx who was better known as “Tim Dog”, who is most famously known for his West Coast diss track “Fuck Compton”. However, Tim Dog will now be forever etched in the history books of Hip Hop after being accused of Playing Dead, as described in Elizabeth Greenwood’s best seller about celebrities who are believed to still be alive.

On February 14, 2013, The Source exclusively revealed the death of Tim Dog, but just three months later, mainstream media such as MSNBC and even urban media such as Vice began to question the validity of The Source’s report and even accused “The Bible Of Hip Hop” of aiding Tim Dog in a death fraud scheme.

Tim Dog was wanted in several different jurisdictions around the world for defrauding women out of hundreds of thousands of dollars, so it was suspected that when his death was reported that it was only another one of his schemes to get out repaying one of his defrauded victims. After over a year of research by many different outlets, it was eventually revealed that Tim Dog died from a heart attack in his home in Fulton County, GA on February 14, 2013.

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Today in Hip-Hop History: Freaky Tah Of The Lost Boyz Shot And Killed In Queens 25 Years Ago

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It was a Sunday morning in 1999, where Raymond “Freaky Tah” Rogers of the legendary Lost Boyz was attending a party for a friend. Tragically, while leaving the party hosted at the Sheraton Hotel in Queens, NY, Tah was shot in retaliation for another murder he had nothing to do with.

According to a report on the case, published by MTV News at the time:

The feud that resulted in the death of Freaky Tah (born Raymond Rogers) can be traced back at least to the November [of the previous year], when a member of the Lost Boyz was robbed.” It continued with, “After the robbery… someone police believe was a ‘hanger-on’ in the Lost Boyz camp attempted to retaliate by shooting a man named Michael Saunders, who was a member of the Hellraisers camp. But Saunders, who was killed in the December shooting, actually had no involvement in the robbery.”

Twenty-two years later, Freaky Tah is still remembered and missed by the Hip Hop culture while the LB Fam sans DJ Spigg Nice, whose still serving his 37 years for armed robbery, recognize and commemorate the crew’s fallen soldier. Salute to Mr. Cheeks, Pretty Lou, his son Freaky Kah and the rest of the Lost Boyz family.

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Today in Hip-Hop History: Chi Ali Released His Debut Album ‘The Fabulous Chi-Ali’ 32 Years Ago

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32 years ago today, Chi Ali released his first and only album The Fabulous Chi-Ali. Chi-Ali first appeared on De La Soul’s single “Say No Go” and on Black Sheep’s debut album, A Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing featured on “Pass the 40”. Chi Ali at the time was a core member of Native Tongues, a New York City-based hip-hop collective, and also had connections with the Legion family, along with Showbiz and A.G.

In 1992, Chi-Ali released his first solo single, “Age Ain’t Nothing But a #”, which was a moderate hit and reached #6 in the US Hot Rap Singles chart. The song was popular on urban radio stations, and the music video received good rotation on Yo! MTV Raps and Rap City. The album in which the song was featured was released shortly thereafter, which yielded two other singles; “Roadrunner” and “Funky Lemonade,” which were both remixed and re-recorded.

In the late 1990s, Chi-Ali appeared on Dres’s solo album, Sure Shot Redemption, and began featuring with other artists. His most recent collabo was with Jadakiss on a song entitled “G-Check”.

On January 14, 2000, Chi-Ali shot and killed a man during an argument in The Bronx. He was later arrested in 2001 for the death of his girlfriend’s brother, Sean Raymond, after spending a year evading police and even appeared on an episode of America’s Most Wanted. Chi-Ali hid in numerous East Coast cities until he was apprehended on March 5, 2001, in New York City and was subsequently convicted of the killing and served a 12-year bid at Sing Sing Correctional Facility.

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Today in Hip-Hop History: Method Man Dropped His Debut Album ‘Tical’ 29 Years Ago

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On this day in Hip-Hop history, Method Man released his debut solo LP Tical. Sticking to RZA’s plan on industry domination, Method was the first to roll out his solo LP after the ridiculous success group debut Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers). In the early years of the Wu, Method Man had grown become the public face of the group. His larger than life persona and a multitude of styles won over the hearts and ears of fans after the groups first single “Protect Ya Neck” had “Method Man” on it’s B-side.

Tical delves deeper into the sinister villainous style previewed on 36 Chambers. Method Man creates a dark anti-hero on this album who hungers for the career of wack rappers and perpetrators. It was truly a violent introduction to one of the most outrageous members of the Wu, second only to ODB in theatrical personality.

Considered a “two-man show” by critics, the album was almost entirely produced by RZA. As the Wu’s architect, RZA created specific sounds for each member. Method unique sonic was the most film inspired. Meth continued to build a character likened to the many crime bosses and master villains that starred in his beloved Kung-Fu flicks. Aside from the image, lyrically the album is on another level. Method Man flawlessly juggles synonyms and metaphors with a flow that weaves in and out of the beat to create a hardcore symphony of Shaolin style.

Commercially, the album was a hit and only added on to the cipher of success revolving around the Wu-Tang Clan. The album peaked at #4 on the Billboard 200 and #1 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop chart selling a million copies within a year of its release. It kick-started a wave of successful solo albums and keep afloat RZA’s five-year plan to becoming the greatest rap group in history.

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U.S. National Breaking Champions To Compete On Paris World Final

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On Saturday, August 26th, the prestigious global breaking (also known as breakdancing) competition, Red Bull BC One, concluded its 2023 U.S. season with its National Final held in Philadelphia. Legendary breakers and rising talent came together at The Fillmore Philadelphia, where competitors showcased unparalleled footwork, freezes, and power moves to win over a judging panel of respected breakers and claim the coveted national b-boy and b-girl championship titles. 

Welcoming more than 1,200 attendees throughout the weekend, the Red Bull BC One Camp and Cypher USA end a two-month circuit of electrifying battles and community events across the country, including regional qualifiers in Orlando, Minneapolis, and New York City. In Philadelphia, an elite line-up of regional champions and a selection of wild card invitees battled their way through a 16-bracket knockout tournament. 

In the b-girl category, Kate came out on top following a fierce final battle with Team USA’s Pep-C. Kate’s triumph comes after years of pursuing a spot on the Red Bull BC One World Final roster. In the b-boy bracket, HiJack emerged as champion. Finalists Mace and HiJack delivered world-class performances, but HiJack’s musicality and infusion of personality into his final rounds ultimately stole the show.

Kate and HiJack will go on to represent the United States at the historic 20th edition of the Red Bull BC One World Final in Paris, where breaking will bless the grounds of the iconic Roland-Garros on October 21st, ahead of its sporting debut in 2024. 

Leading up to the event, the breaking community came together for Red Bull BC One Camp USA, which featured a weekend of exhibition battles, workshops, and panels. Hosted by iconic figures in breaking, hip-hop, and dance, including B-Boy Flea Rock and Buddha Stretch, Red Bull BC One Camp USA celebrated breaking’s storied roots and promising future.  

Red Bull has a rich legacy within the breaking community, which spans over two decades, beginning with the trailblazing 2 vs. 2 event, Lords of the Floor, which gave rise to Red Bull BC One in 2004. Today, Red Bull BC One is the premier platform for competition, mentorship, cyphers, community jams, and programming in breaking—nurturing the growth of the athletic artform as it continues to reach new milestones. 

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