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Pras Michel is fighting to stay free while appealing his conviction, asking a federal judge to grant bail as he challenges what his lawyers call a deeply tainted trial. The former Fugees rapper was sentenced on November 20 to 168 months in federal prison after a Washington jury convicted him in a sweeping political influence case. His legal team filed a motion seeking bail pending appeal, arguing that his conviction is vulnerable on multiple fronts and that he poses no flight risk or danger to the public. Michel was allowed to remain free following sentencing and is not scheduled to…
The DESPERADOZ EP, a potent four-track collaboration between emcees Nvy Jonez Lkr, Chop The Father, and producer Nuglife, is a raw and cohesive journey through dusty, sample-heavy soundscapes. Nuglife’s production lays the foundation with its signature blend of crackling drums and cinematic loops, creating a desolate yet captivating backdrop perfectly suited for the project’s featured roster, including Papa J. Ruiz, Sirrealist, Inzom, and Viva Mescal. This is music that feels lived-in, where every vocal sample and melancholic chord progression serves the larger narrative of resilience and street-worn philosophy. Standout moments solidify the EP’s impact. “Rollin My Life” is a masterclass in lyrical…
Whelp, looks like Drake will not be spending the final stretch of the year dealing with his appeal tied to a defamation claim involving Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us.” When it comes to court activity around the dismissed lawsuit, it slowed after a mediation session, which was originally placed on the calendar for Friday, December 19, but was moved to January 8. The update was first flagged by The OVO Docket on social media. The rescheduling reportedly came from the court, not from attorneys on either side, and reflects standard procedure within the Court of Appeals, where mediation is required…
Lil Zay Osama unveils YN TAPE, a 15-track project featuring Chicago’s rising drill artists Pretty Liyah, Fastmoney Ant, and Star Bandz. AllHipHop.com Since 1998, AllHipHop.com has pioneered delivering Hip-Hop news. Get our daily email for exclusive, breaking news, and weekly digests, all curated for the true Hip-Hop enthusiast. Stay connected and informed with the heartbeat of Hip-Hop culture. Subscribe now! Subscribe Lil Zay Osama released his new project, YN TAPE, on December 19, bringing together Chicago’s emerging drill artists for a 15-track collection that showcases the city’s next generation. The Chicago rapper explained his vision for the project to AllHipHop.…
Tory Lanez is mounting a renewed effort to challenge his conviction, with his legal team preparing a fresh appeal that centers on claims prosecutors did not share evidence that could have benefited the defense during his 2022 trial. Lanez, whose legal name is Daystar Peterson, is currently serving a 10 year prison term following a Los Angeles County jury verdict that found him guilty of shooting fellow rapper Megan Thee Stallion in the summer of 2020. In his first televised interview since being incarcerated, Lanez spoke with NBC News and said he believes the outcome of the case was fundamentally flawed.…
Looks like circumstances are changing when it comes to international concert demand for the artist formerly known as Kanye West. Ye is set to return to the European stage with a major solo performance in Italy next summer, marking his first standalone concert in the country. The artist will headline the Hellwatt Festival on July 18, 2026, performing at the RCF Arena in Reggio Emilia. The festival runs across three weekends from July 4 through July 18, with the venue reportedly capable of holding up to 103,000 attendees. In case you missed the newest in Italian event news, the arena teased…
Xania Monet, the AI-driven R&B artist created by writer Telisha “Nikki” Jones, released a new single Friday, Dec. 19, titled “Say My Name With Respect,” using the track to directly address mounting criticism surrounding artificial intelligence in music. As debate over AI performers continues to divide the industry, Monet’s latest release frames the conversation as personal rather than theoretical. The song finds Monet responding to claims that her work lacks sincerity or genuine creative effort. On the record, she sings, “Funny how you went to the media first/ Talking about my pen like you know my work/ You don’t know…
Atlanta’s rap community is once again navigating uneasy questions about loyalty and reconciliation as long-standing relationships are publicly tested. Recent exchanges involving Young Thug and 21 Savage have reignited debate over whether unity is possible in the aftermath of the YSL RICO case, while Gunna remains at the center of unresolved tension. The conversation resurfaced after Young Thug posted a brief but loaded message aimed at 21 Savage, writing, “Fk the streets @21savage.” The remark followed 21 Savage’s public push for reconciliation between Thug and Gunna, a stance that challenged the long-held street codes that often dictate how disputes play out…
Stevie Wonder canceled his December benefit concerts in Los Angeles, citing limited prep time, but pledged a generous donation. AllHipHop.com Since 1998, AllHipHop.com has pioneered delivering Hip-Hop news. Get our daily email for exclusive, breaking news, and weekly digests, all curated for the true Hip-Hop enthusiast. Stay connected and informed with the heartbeat of Hip-Hop culture. Subscribe now! Subscribe Stevie Wonder pulled the plug on his planned four-night House Full of Toys concert series in Los Angeles after realizing there simply wasn’t enough time to pull it off. The Grammy-winning icon had hoped to expand his long-running holiday charity event…
Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday directing federal agencies to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, a move that highlights the stark differences in global cannabis laws, just as Wiz Khalifa faces nine months in Romanian prison for smoking weed on stage. The president’s directive calls on the attorney general to expedite the federal reclassification process that began under the Biden administration. Trump’s order aims to reduce barriers for medical marijuana research while maintaining federal prohibition on recreational use. “This executive order will increase access to medical marijuana and cannabidiol research,” the White House stated. The reclassification…