Author: info@rapgriot.com

OTF Jam reportedly testifies that the murder of Quando Rondo’s cousin was “sloppy” and says he’s got love for Lil Durk but “don’t respect him.”On Thursday (Aug. 27) for Day 4 of the trial, former Lil Durk affiliate OTF Jam, born Kacey Hester, continued his testimony from yesterday as he detailed the murder of Quando Rondo’s cousin, Saviay’a Robinson (aka Lil Pab), while attempting to kill Quando at a Los Angeles gas station in August of 2022. On the stand, Jam explained why he felt the need to talk with the FBI about his role in the murder of Rondo’s…

Superstar Pride has seemingly been released from jail after being charged with first-degree murder and quickly got back to business with a new song and accompanying video, “First Day Out.”On Wednesday (Aug. 26), Pride appeared on Instagram with his first selfie since being locked up in 2023. While grinning at the dentist’s office, Pride wrote, “You got to start somewhere. #firstdayout.”He then dropped a song and video of the same name, which shows him getting what’s presumably his first haircut since being home.Superstar Pride was arrested in 2023 and charged with first-degree murder for allegedly shooting and killing a man…

The woman who dated both Mo3 and one of his suspected killers testifies that it was “fishy” that he was killed after leaving her house.On Wednesday (Aug. 26), the first Mo3 murder trial against alleged shooter Kewon White kicked off in Dallas. White is charged with capital murder for shooting and killing the Texas rapper with the help of Devin Brown for Yella Beezy.On the first day of testimony, Jocylynn Jackson, who has two children with Brown but was seeing Mo3 at the time of his death, took the stand. Jackson began dating Mo3 in the months leading up to…

Ye made a surprise appearance at the federal courthouse in downtown Los Angeles to support Lil Durk at his murder-for-hire trial.On Thursday (Aug. 27), the Chicago rapper-producer walked into the courthouse and headed to the courtroom where Durk’s trial was being held. Dressed in an all-black outfit, Ye reportedly sat with Durk’s family as OTF Jam testified. Additionally, the Grammy-winning rhymer was also spotted with OTF artist Doodie Lo holding up a “Free Durk” T-shirt.”Ye We Love And Respect You For Showing Up At Our Darkest Times,” Doodie Lo wrote in the caption of his Instagram post, which can be…

Cam’ron seemingly decided to use his free will this week and pop in to Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis’ trial for the murder of Tupac Shakur.On Wednesday (Aug. 26), day eight of the ongoing trial commenced in Las Vegas, where Killa currently lives. Just a few rows behind Keffe D, the Harlem native was spotted looking focused in a white button-up shirt.In the state of Nevada, open court is considered a matter where “the public is entitled to attend,” so no special approval was needed for Killa to be present. However, due to high public interest and limited courtroom space, the…

NEWARK, NJ — What does peace look like in a city look like ? In Newark NJ, it looks like a cultural gathering It sounds like HIP-HOP. It becomes thousands of people gathering downtown. It feels like a neighborhood coming together around music, wellness, remembrance, and the belief that a city can evolve its story. That is the energy behind 24HRS OF PEACE, Newark’s annual 24-hour festival returning August 28–29 to Halsey and Market in downtown Newark Running from 6 p.m. Friday through 6 p.m. Saturday, the free, family-friendly event will bring together national music artists, local talent, community organizations,…

Rod Wave and Boosie BadAzz are once again trading shots about Rod sampling Boosie’s music without what Boosie feels is proper compensation.On Wednesday (Aug. 26), Rod appeared in a new interview on Club Shay Shay, where among many things, he addressed the longstanding issues between him and Boosie.”I had the Boosie fade. Sh*t crazy,” he said. “I just was showing love. I guess he didn’t [take it as that]. But it’s so crazy because like I said, growing up, my adolescence–the people that I looked up to, the real guys in my life like my dad and my uncle, them…

Ever wonder which rappers have the most kids? Surprisingly, there are actually quite a few rhymers who have football teams worth of kids, and it doesn’t seem to be slowing down.DMX had 15 children, Ol’ Dirty Bastard has 13 offspring and the late Shawty Lo is survived by 11 kids following his untimely passing in 2016, following a car collision in Atlanta. Rapper and Love & Hip Hop New York star Peter Gunz had his 10th child back in 2016.In 2019, a DNA test determined that Flavor Flav is the father of a 2-year-old boy at his then-age of 60. The Public Enemy artist has seven other…

OTF Jam reportedly identifies Lil Durk in court as a participant in the murder of Quando Rondo’s cousin.On Wednesday (Aug. 25), the highly publicized case against Durk and his codefendants, DeAndre Wilson and David Lindsey, continued with witness testimony. Today, a familiar face took the stand: former Durk affiliate Kacey “OTF Jam” Hester. Since shortly after Durk’s arrest in October of 2024, rumors circulated that Jam helped bring a case against Durk by being an informant for the feds.On the stand on Wednesday, Jam confirmed he participated in the 2022 murder of Quando Rondo’s cousin, Saviay’a Robinson and named Durk,…

Lil Wayne’s son Dwayne Carter III is on his way to a D1 football career, and made his debut as a kicker over the weekend for Gainesville, Ga.’s Red Elephants.Last Saturday (Aug. 22), the high school senior took the field for Gainesville’s season opener against defending national champion Buford, which aired on ESPN2. Carter, who transferred from North Atlanta, made an immediate impact in his first game with his new team. He connected on field goals from 35 and 25 yards in the first half, all while his proud parents watched from the stands.His second field goal brought Gainesville within…