Young Dolph's Alleged Killers Get New Trial Date As Murder Case Drags On - Hip-Hop news - NewsLocker (2024)

Young Dolph's alleged killers have seen their trial delayed yet again after the defence petitioned for more time to prepare witnesses.

Lord Jamar Cites The ‘DNA Of Hip Hop’ To Dispute KRS-One’s Claims About The Genre’s Origin

Lord Jamar has shut down KRS-One's claim that Puerto Ricans and Jamaicans played a crucial role in the cultivation and rise of Hip Hop.

Twitch Whispers In A-Minoooorrrr: Dr Disrespect Reveals Why The Platform Banned Him, X Packs Him Up Swiftly

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It was all disrespect after Dr Disrespect revealed why Twitch banned him from the platform permanently.Guy Beahm, better known as Dr Disrespect, told the world that the reason Twitch dropped an airstrike on his account two years ago was that he got caught in 4K sending private messages to a minor that he said: “sometimes leaned too much in the direction of being inappropriate.”
In a lengthy and edited post, he shared on X, formerly Twit

Joe Budden Credits Vince Staples With Helping Him Make TV Show: ‘I Got A Bunch Of Ideas’

Joe Budden has shouted out Vince Staples for helping him understand how to organize and lay out his ideas while writing scripted content.

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Heems is set to release his second album of 2024, and he has kickstarted its rollout with a cut that explores the complexities of post-colonialism.

Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' Tipped For Grammys Success By Recording Academy Boss

Kendrick Lamar's monumental Drake diss 'Not Like Us' was tipped as a Grammy contender by the Recording Academy's President, Harvey Mason Jr.

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Apple / Beats’ worst-kept secret, the new Beats Pill, has officially been unveiled, and who else better than two goats in their respective fields, Lil Wayne and LeBron James, to reintroduce the accessory?
The Beats Pill is officially back after months of teases in the form of photos of James casually carrying the portable speaker and other leaked info.
The now Apple-owned company announced the return of the device with a new ad

New Photos Reveal Convict Trump’s Careless Storage Of Classified Docs, X Users Outraged

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New evidence of how badly Donald Trump stored classified documents has spurred some on social media into outrage and renewed calls to prevent him from returning to the White House.On Monday evening(June 24), Special Counsel Jack Smith and his team submitted new evidence to the court showing just how haphazardly former President Donald Trump stored numerous boxes of classified government documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate, with photographs showing boxes of docu

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Yelawolf Reflects on Trunk Muzik Legacy

Quando Rondo Reaches Plea Deal In Federal Drug Conspiracy Case

Quando Rondo has secured a plea deal with prosecutors in relation to the extensive charges he was facing for conspiracy to distribute drugs.

Ludacris Gives Surprise, Free Performance After Milwaukee Concert Is Canceled

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This past Saturday (June 22), Ludacris had a scheduled concert in Milwaukee canceled due to bad weather conditions, but being the man that he is, Luda decided to give an impromptu performance at a local market, and we love him for it.With his team in tow and a huge portable Bluetooth speaker on his person, Ludacris headed down to the 3rd St. Market Hall and surprised shoppers with a free concert that he was more than happy to bestow upon them. With a mic in his hand

Busta Rhymes, Prince and plenty of other actors and musicians are set to be honored with stars on the legendary Hollywood Walk of Fame this coming year.

Drumroll Please: ‘XXL Magazine’ Unveils Freshman 2024 Class Cover

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One of the most highly anticipated announcements of the year is here. XXL Magazine has revealed their 2024 Freshman class.View this post on InstagramA post shared by XXL (@xxl)The storied Hip-Hop publication is continuing their yearly tradition of spotlighting new talent. Last week XXL unveiled the 11 rappers chosen as those to watch for the remainder of the year and beyond. Labeled as “Not Like Us” the lineup features artists who are already buzzing due to p

50 Cent To Headline Earn Your Leisure’s Invest Fest In Atlanta

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Love him or hate him, 50 Cent has proven over the years to be a helluva business man, and now he’ll be sharing some of his knowledge to the good people of Atlanta this coming August.According to TMZ, the multi-platinum rapper-turned entrepreneur will be headlining Earn Your Leisure’s Invest Fest in the A where he’ll be giving attendees some insight and information he feels can help them on their way to their first million. Naturally, many won’t

Phonte and Nicolay of the rap group Foreign Exchange have shared two new singles to celebrate 20 years since the group's debut full-length album 'Connected.'

Ice Spice Dragged By Azealia Banks Over Apparent Nicki Minaj-Inspired 'Y2K' Look

Ice Spice has been dragged by controversial rapper Azealia Banks over Ice's maligned 'Y2K' look, which Azealia claims was inspired by Nicki Minaj.

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Sad news coming out of the sneaker community as well-known sneaker reseller to celebrities Javier Osorio-Mejia of Bayonne, NJ was reportedly shot and killed on Tuesday (June 25) in what police assume was a botched robbery attempt in New York City.#onassignment So very sad. 31 yo sneaker entrepreneur Javier Osorio-Mejia (@upscalecracc ) gunned down in Soho & they left his cash & new Range Rover behind. My report for #fox5ny @fox5ny pic.twitter.com/JSRa48V

Metro Boomin's 'BBL Drizzy' Drake Diss Sparks Massive Lawsuits Against AI Companies

Metro Boomin's Drake diss song 'BBL Drizzy' has led to major record labels joining forces to sue two A.I. music companies for copyright infringement.

Trump Ally Trevian Kutti Shocks With Online Holocaust Denial

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Donald Trump ally Trevian Kutti denied the deaths of 6 million Jews in the Holocaust in a social media post.As a co-defendant in the Georgia election interference case of former President Donald Trump, Trevian Kutti has become infamous for her grinning mugshot photograph. But her most recent claim that six million Jewish people did not perish in the Holocaust has shocked many. Kutti made that claimin a post on X, formerly Tw

Julio Foolio's Mother Planning Documentary After His Murder: ‘The Story That Only I Can Tell’

Julio Foolio's mother Sandrikas has announced that she is planning to make a documentary about her son following his murder at the weekend.

Snoop Dogg Runs 200M Sprint At Olympic Trials: '34.44 For A 52-Year-Old? Ain’t Bad'

Snoop Dogg showed off his sprinting speed by doing a 200-meter run at the U.S. Summer Olympic trials in Oregon, noting that his time of 34.44 seconds 'wasn't bad.'

2Pac Murder Suspect Keefe D Claims His Cancer Came Back Due To Jail Food: 'It's Terrible'

2Pac's murder suspect Keefe D has claimed that his colon cancer has returned and he is blaming it on the quality of food he is served in prison.

Lil Durk Attempts To Lure LeBron James To Chicago Bulls With Bold Offer: 'It's Time'

Lil Durk has made public and private pleas to LeBron James to try and get him and his son Bronny to join the Chicago Bulls this summer.

50 Cent Finds New Mentor In Tyler Perry After 'Inspirational' Studio Visit

50 Cent has admitted to being inspired by Tyler Perry after being invited to visit the actor and producer's movie studio in Atlanta.

Mustard Clears Up Claim He's 'Trolling' Drake In Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' Video

Mustard has clarified that he was not trolling Drake by wearing a Toronto Blue Jays cap during the video shoot for Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us.'

Teyana Taylor Reportedly Finalizes Divorce, Will Receive 7-Figure Payment

Teyana Taylor has reportedly finalized her divorce from former NBA player Iman Shumpert and will receive a seven-figure settlement.

Cardi B’s Princess Diana-Inspired Outfit Sparks Fan Speculation

Cardi B's fans are eagerly speculating about her long-awaited second album after she wore a Princess Diana-inspired outfit recently.

Sexyy Red Runs ‘4 President’ With Upcoming Headlining U.S. Tour

Sexyy Red has announced that she will be touring her stage act across the United States this fall, with help from Hunxo, Loe Shimmy and more.

Drake Took 'Huge L' When YG Joined Kendrick Lamar At 'Pop Out' Concert, Says Wack 100

Drake took a 'huge L' during Kendrick Lamar's Pop Out concert when YG appeared on stage, according to controversial music manager Wack 100.

Joe Budden Says Drake's Downfall Started With Him, Then Pusha T, Then Kendrick Lamar