Dame Dash Sells His Share of Roc-A-Fella

 

Dame Dash has finally been divested of his 1/3 share of Roc-A-Fella Records after a long-planned auction, and there’s a surprising new owner: the state of New York.

Beyoncé passes Jay-Z in all-time Grammy Nominations

 

Beyoncé has made history by becoming the most-nominated artist of all time at the Grammy Awards, overtaking her husband Jay-Z.

The couple had been tied on 88 nominations each - but Beyoncé has now pulled ahead thanks to recognition for her latest album, Cowboy Carter.

Kendrick Lamar Set to Perform at Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show

 

Grammy Award-winning artist Kendrick Lamar is set to headline the Apple Music Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on Feb. 9, 2025 on FOX.

Kendrick Lamar will join a storied list of Super Bowl halftime performers, including a wealth of talented acts to perform in New Orleans. An artist who made his biggest headlines this year by dicing into conflict, not everyone is happy that he landed the gig.

Jennifer Lopez and Aaliyah Pictured with Diddy

 

Jennifer Lopez and famous singer Aaliyah seen with Diddy in resurfaced photo from wild Fourth of July party

Resurfaced photo shows Diddy in bed with Jennifer Lopez, Aaliyah, Andre Harrell, Natane Adcock, and Damon Dash at a party.

P. Diddy Arrested

 

Sean “Diddy” Combs was reportedly taken into federal custody in Manhattan on Monday night. The famed music mogul’s homes in Miami and Los Angeles were raided in March in connection with a trafficking investigation. 

Adidas Wins Lawsuit Over Kanye West

 

Adidas wins a lawsuit on allegations of securities fraud involving Kanye West’s misconduct, illuminating the challenges of managing high-profile partnerships.

Adidas scored a legal victory by defeating a class action lawsuit accusing the company of securities fraud linked to Kanye West’s contentious behavior.

P. Diddy Dropped by Powerhouse Law Firm

 

The media law firm Grubman Shire Meiselas & Sacks has reportedly dropped Sean “Diddy Combs” from its client list following multiple lawsuits and the release of a security video showing the rap mogul’s physical conflict with his then-girlfriend Cassie inside a Los Angeles hotel. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber discusses the implications with entertainment attorney Bradford Cohen.

Will Kendrick Lamar Diss Song Be Nominated For A Grammy?

 

Kendrick Lamar‘s “Not Like Us” diss track is eligible for GRAMMY nominations said Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr..

Kendrick Lamar’s smash single “Not Like Us” could potentially net the rap star another Grammy, as the song is likely to be up for consideration ahead of next year’s award show.

The-Dream accused of rape

Songwriter and producer “The-Dream” a longtime hitmaker and collaborator of artists including Beyoncé and Rihanna – was accused Tuesday of rape, physical assault, and psychological manipulation by a former protégée.

The woman, Chanaaz Mangroe, filed the suit in a Los Angeles district court against Gesteelde-Diamant, as well as the record label Epic Records and a company co-owned by Gesteelde-Diamant called Contra Paris, LLC.

Major Myjah signs deal with Roc Nation

 

Major Myjah, son of dancehall stalwart Bounty Killer, scores big in the R&B and hip-hop markets. Grammy Award-winning songwriter and singer  Major Myjah continues to count his blessings as he was recently signed to Jay Z's Roc Nation.

Major Myjah, who is the son of dancehall icon Bounty Killer, said that he is prepared to work hard to continue achieving "major milestones".

Feds Claim To Have Surveillance Footage of Diddy

 

The Feds first raided two of his properties in Miami and LA back in March. Back then they confirmed they were investigating allegations of sex trafficking. The new CNN report claims that the federal government acquired surveillance footage of a male sex worker inside Diddy's home. They also shared that the man claims he was "victimized" by the rap mogul and could end up a witness in any possible indictment against him.

Greatest Hip Hop Song Of The Streaming Era Goes To Kendrick Lamar

 

Kendrick Lamar's To Pimp a Butterfly protest anthem “Alright” came in at No. 1 on the ranking, while Cardi’s diamond-certified “Bodak Yellow” followed closely behind in second place. Drake‘s “God’s Plan,” Lil Uzi Vert‘s “XO Tour Llif3” and Future‘s “March Madness” rounded out the top five. 

Kanye West Plans To Launch Yeezy Porn Studio

 

Kanye West's been kicking around the idea of launching his own pornography studio and he and his partners are in advanced talks to actually get something up and running. Kanye and co. have been talking about building an entire Yeezy Porn studio which would be part of a broader adult entertainment division at the parent Yeezy company. 

Tekashi 6ix9ine’s Florida Home Raided

 

Tekashi 6ix9ine’s home in Florida was raided by federal agents and they even seized some of the “Gummo” rapper’s vehicles, according to reports. The Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to 6ix9ine’s home  in Lake Worth, FL yesterday(April 17) to assist the IRS in their operation. 

Diddy Sued again! This Time by a Male

 

Rodney Jones, a former producer and videographer for Diddy, is suing the mogul, alleging repeated sexual assault and unwanted advances. Jones claims Diddy groped his genitals, touched his anus, and engaged in inappropriate behavior.

Judge Orders Dame Dash to Sell Roc-A-Fella Shares

 

A New York judge has reportedly ordered Dame Dash to sell his shares in Roc-A-Fella to pay a $823,000 judgment to movie producer Josh Weber. 

This comes after Dame sued Weber for defamation and copyright infringement from a dispute over the 2016 film "Dear Frank." Dash was fired as the film's producer, and he claimed that Weber was trying to sell the film independently under the new title, "The List." This led to Dash's lawsuit against Weber, which he ultimately lost and was ordered to pay the six-figure judgment.

Rihanna and Jay-Z’s Surpasses Billion Views on YouTube

 

The official video for the pair’s 2007 collab has now surpassed one billion views on the platform since it was uploaded in 2009. The song sat atop the Billboard Hot 100 when it was released, and maintained that position for seven weeks, making it one of the Anti singer’s most successful songs. 

Russell Simmons Facing New Charges

 

Russell Simmons is facing another rape allegation, this time from a woman referred to as "Jane Doe" who worked at Def Jam in the 1990s. The lawsuit, filed under New York's Adult Survivors Act, accuses Simmons of obstructing the plaintiff's career due to harassment. 

Keffe D Granted Bail

 

After doing a recent article, its funny how things turned out. In the latest developments in the case of the murder of legendary rapper Tupac Shakur. Duane "Keffe D" Davis, a former gang leader and suspect in the murder, has pleaded not guilty and the bail has been set at $750,000. Judge Carli Kierny of Clark County District Court has granted the possibility of house arrest for Davis before his trial in June. 

Diddy Facing New Lawsuit

 

Diddy is facing another lawsuit, one of the last cases brought under New York's Adult Survivors Act, according to Rolling Stone. Filed in Manhattan Supreme Court on Thursday, the lawsuit accuses Diddy of sexually assaulting a woman, a former student at Syracuse University, in 1991 by drugging her during a date and filming the alleged incident.