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A judge declares a mistrial in the Chris Brown dog attack case and CB says, “It happens,” when asked about the outcome.On Tuesday (June 16), Breezy appeared in court to face trial for a civil lawsuit filed by the singer’s former housekeeper, Maria Avila, who claims she was viciously mauled by Brown’s dog in 2020. However, the case was declared a mistrial by Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Huey P. Cotton after one of the jurors looked up information related to the case on the internet and shared it with other jury members, Rolling Stone reports.“Unfortunately, one of the…
Yung Miami is in the midst of a comeback with her hit single “Spend Dat,” as the song has quickly turned into one of rap’s most unexpected success stories of the summer.Released in April, “Spend Dat” almost immediately caught on with social media users, particularly on TikTok where a dance challenge encouraged creators to add to a growing trend. The dance is a simple step built around a bouncing groove, a swipe-like “spend” hand motion and a quick pose that makes it easily repeatable.Celebrity cosigns soon followed, and the song has since become a bona fide hit as it steadily…
Lil Nas X is opening up about his bipolar disorder diagnosis and shares details on new music in a personal video.On Wednesday (June 17), the “Old Town Road” rapper posted a video on his Instagram page where he updated fans on his mental health journey following his bipolar disorder diagnosis in 2025. In the clip, which can be viewed below, Lil Nas X is upbeat and forthcoming about his rehab treatment.”I’ve been in rehab for a few months, and since then I’ve been back at home, whether it’s in Atlanta with my family or in Los Angeles with myself and…
Dame Dash has fired up his respective beef with Jay-Z and Cam’ron once again. This time, he takes aim at both of his former artists on a new diss track.On Tuesday (June 16), Dame shared a preview of the song, which he appears on alongside his latest signee, Nicky Licky. Titled “Cheap Teeth,” the song’s name references recent comments both Hov and Cam have made about Dame’s teeth, which once fell out during an Instagram Live in 2024.Nicky opens the song with shots at both veteran rappers first, noting that their breath stinks and their fixation on their former label head…
Nicki Minaj admits that she would change some of her past lyrics now since young people are listening and impressionable.In an interview with the Bryce Crawford Podcast, which premiered on Monday (June 15), Nicki Minaj opened up about her experience in the music industry and how it conflicted with her Christian faith. The New York rhymer told evangelist Bryce Crawford that she would rewrite some of her old lyrics if she could because young fans are now listening to her music.”Well, it sure isn’t driving people to God,” Nicki explained when asked by Crawford about the music industry’s lack of…
50 Cent is up to his trolling ways once again, going for back-to-back shots at Diddy and Floyd Mayweather Jr. on Instagram this week.On Tuesday (June 16), Fif shared his thoughts on the latest headlines surrounding two of his rivals.As previously reported, Diddy’s prison sentence has been shortened for a second time, making for a new release date of Feb. 23, 2028.Sharing a screenshot of the news to his feed, 50 made a joke about the Bad Boy mogul’s now-infamous parties, writing, “Diddy coming homes soon he short now, you know he gonna have the craziest party ever! LOL who…
Cochise is in full marathon mode and surprised fans earlier this week with a song totaling a whopping 14 minutes ahead of his new album.On Monday (June 15), the 2022 XXL Freshman alum dropped “SUM OFF MY CHEST,” blending absurd humor with his signature offbeat punchlines and exaggerated confidence over a series of beats.”Old ni**a told me, ‘Son, you need to use your feet’/You in a wheelchair n-gga practice what you preach,” he raps. “I’m in a whole other level I’m so handsomely/And when I’m stomping on that devil, I put on my cleats!”When the song was posted on Rap’s…
It doesn’t take much to get caught up in the mix. When a high-profile artist comes from a lifestyle of actual street activity or the glamorization of it, sometimes that can lead to legal issues and being targeted by the police. Unfortunately, many of rap’s most popular faces and names have done pretty lengthy bids in the can. Here’s a look at the rappers who’ve had long prison bids and how their run-ins with the law occurred.There are a good amount of artists who have done their time but have since walked free. Take for example, JT of the City Girls. As the duo…
NEW YORK, NY — June 10, 2026 — Third + Hayden founder and CEO Kei Henderson delivered a candid look into the realities of the modern music industry during her recent appearance on Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast. Speaking with host Reg Calixte, the respected music executive discussed everything from artist wellness and burnout to helping launch the career of multi-platinum superstar 21 Savage. One of the most impactful moments of the conversation centered around Henderson’s commitment to artist mental health. Through Third + Hayden, she created a Personal Development Fund, allowing artists to access financial resources for personal…
A man is getting closer to receiving a $1.2 million judgment from Quavo after the rapper slapped him in Las Vegas.According to documents obtained by XXL, Antonio Lamar Henry filed paperwork on May 22 in the Superior Court of Fulton County (Georgia) seeking enforcement of a monetary judgment against Quavo, born Quavious Marshall, in connection to an assault case in Las Vegas.In September of 2024, a Las Vegas jury ordered Quavo to pay Henry $682,000 in compensatory and punitive damages stemming from a lawsuit in which Henry claimed that he was injured emotionally and physically after being slapped by the…