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Today, we celebrate the 57th birthday of one of hip hop’s most respected lyricists and a cornerstone of the golden era sound; CL Smooth. Born Corey Brent Penn Sr. on October 8, 1968, the New Rochelle, New York native is best known as one half of the iconic duo Pete Rock & CL Smooth, whose influence on the genre still echoes more than three decades later. CL Smooth emerged in the early 1990s with a style that was as poetic as it was precise, blending thoughtful lyricism with a smooth, conversational delivery that stood apart in a crowded field of…
Kneecap Entry Dispute Fuels Political Fallout in Canada Over Alleged Ban Kneecap’s Legal Victory Contradicts Canadian Government’s Claim Kneecap found itself at the center of a political controversy in Ottawa after Canadian officials publicly claimed the Irish Hip-Hop group was barred from entering the country—despite no formal ban ever being issued. The Belfast-based trio, known for their politically outspoken lyrics and support for Palestinian causes, was accused in September by Vince Gasparro, parliamentary secretary to the immigration minister, of being “ineligible to enter Canada” due to their alleged endorsement of “political violence.” But that assertion unraveled quickly. Kneecap’s team denied…
Federal authorities are raising alarms after reports surfaced that alleged supporters of Lil Durk made violent threats against both the judge and prosecutor handling the rapper’s high-profile murder-for-hire case. The threats, revealed in a new FBI report, have prompted heightened security concerns as Durk awaits trial behind bars. According to investigators, multiple threatening phone calls were made to officials in the Central District of California, including a U.S. Magistrate Judge and Assistant U.S. Attorney Ian Yanniello. In one call, a voice allegedly warned, “If they give him life, I’m gonna burn this place down,” while another said, “Free Durk, or…
Ty Dolla $ign has fans guessing again after dropping a cryptic tease about Vultures 3, the long-awaited final installment in his collaborative trilogy with Ye. During a recent interview promoting his solo album TYCOON, the hitmaker was asked for a straight answer about whether the project with Ye is finished or even coming out. Instead, Ty cracked a smile and replied, “There was a lot of music that was done. It could have been out at the time, but… uh… how should I say this? 6, 7… 41,” before laughing it off. That brief exchange immediately took off on socials, igniting fan…
As the investigation into the death of 17-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez continues, new allegations have surfaced online involving singer D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke. Screenshots circulating on socials allegedly show the 19-year-old artist engaging in inappropriate conversations with another purported minor in 2023, adding fresh scrutiny to the ongoing case. For the record, we have not authenticated these images. Get this, the screenshots, which have not been authenticated by authorities, or by us, were first shared by a user on X identifying as @ENGLEEZY, who claims to have once been close to the musician. The posts included…
The Riverside Hawks will proudly present The Power of the Game at their 65th Annual Gala, an inspiring evening celebrating how basketball serves as far more than a sport. The event will highlight the game’s ability to build character, create academic and career opportunities, and drive meaningful social impact. Hosted by Michelle Miller, award-winning journalist and national correspondent for CBS News, the evening will take place at The Grill and The Pool (formerly the Four Seasons Restaurant) in the Seagram Building, 99 East 52nd Street, New York City. The night’s featured panel, moderated by Erika Irish Brown, Head of Talent Management &…
Escaped New Orleans inmate Derrick Groves was tracked down in a cramped basement crawl space in southwest Atlanta Wednesday (October 8), ending a nearly five-month search for the last of 10 inmates who escaped from a New Orleans jail in May, according to New Orleans Fox 8 Live. Deputy U.S. Marshal Brian Fair said the 28-year-old fugitive was discovered hiding in a crawl space beneath a home after officers deployed gas inside the property several times. Groves was seen blowing a kiss towards the camera as he filmed being led into custody, signaling defiance even in defeat. Groves had been…
After months on the run, Derrick Groves, the last of ten inmates who escaped from Orleans Parish in May, was finally captured in southwest Atlanta following a tense standoff with law enforcement. Groves, 28, had been convicted of second-degree murder in connection with a Mardi Gras block party shooting that left two people dead. Prior to his escape, he was considered the most violent and high-risk inmate among those who broke out. The mass escape began early on May 16 at the Orleans Parish Justice Center. Ten inmates pried open a cell door, squeezed through a concealed hole behind a…
On this day in 1991, Houston rap legend and Geto Boys frontman Scarface dropped his classic debut solo album, Mr. Scarface Is Back, on Rap-A-Lot Records. The project marked the beginning of a storied solo career for one of hip-hop’s most respected lyricists, solidifying Scarface’s status as a defining voice of Southern rap. Following his success as a member of the Geto Boys, Scarface (born Brad Jordan) used Mr. Scarface Is Back to carve out his own lane, showcasing his vivid storytelling, raw social commentary, and deeply introspective approach to rap. The album featured production from N.O. Joe and Mike Dean, who helped…
Leave it to Big Papi to turn a postgame breakdown into late-night comedy. During the postgame show following the Yankees’ 9–6 comeback win over the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 3 of the ALDS, former Red Sox legend David Ortiz raised eyebrows and a few chuckles when asked how to pronounce Yankees rookie pitcher Cam Schlittler’s name. With his signature grin, Ortiz quipped, “It sounds like Hitler.” The moment sparked an immediate mix of laughter and awkward glances from co-panelists Alex Rodriguez and Derek Jeter, as social media quickly lit up over the ill-timed joke. While Ortiz is no stranger…