Donald Trump tried to backtrack on his “when the looting starts, the shooting starts” tweet, claiming that it was not a threat to protestors. Donald Trump is now claiming that he was not threatening any violence on the American people protesting against the murder of George Floyd by police when he sent out his recent tweet about looting. On Thursday (May 28th), the President of the United States took to Twitter to comment on the riots occurring in Minneapolis as a form of protest against police brutality and explain how he plans to take action. Win McNamee/Getty Images “I can’t stand back &...
Following the release of his Freddie Gibbs collabo album “Alfredo,” The Alchemist takes a moment to reflect on the good old days. Many in their late twenties and early thirties still look back fondly on the early millennium, around the years two-thousand and two-thousand-three, as one of hip-hop’s definitive eras. The platinum era, where a handful of incredible producers each moved the game forward with their own wholly unique sound. Though he’s currently in the midst of an epic run with albums like Freddie Gibbs’ Alfredo, Alchemist was actually part of that era all those years ago, a younger...
By now it should be well known that Melvin Gordon didn’t like Chargers fans. Playing for the Los Angeles Chargers can’t be easy. Sure, you get to live in Los Angeles but you don’t have any fans. Of course, all of the real Chargers fans are in San Diego, meanwhile, Los Angeles football fans are already supporting the Rams. Needless to say, it’s a lose-lose scenario for all of the players out there who want to go out and compete in front of thousands of adoring fans. If you play for the Chargers, you’re basically playing 16 away games...
Yet another classic pair of Nike LeBron 7s are expected to be dropping this year. LeBron James is currently in his 17th season in the NBA and he is still just as dominant as when he first entered the league out of high school. He has etched his name amongst some of the best basketball players to ever step on an NBA court and if the season comes back this year, he has a real chance at going all the way and winning himself a fourth NBA title. If you’re a big sneakerhead, you probably track LeBron’s seasons with...
Lil Wayne will be joined by the legendary Dr. Dre on tonight’s “Young Money Radio,” which will see the premiere of a “Funeral” Deluxe Edition. If there are two artists who we wish would have collaborated at some point during their respective careers, it’s Lil Wayne and Dr. Dre. Despite both standing at the height of their crafts, Dre and Weezy never properly connected for a musical link-up. Still, it’s clear they have respect for one another, as Dre has been officially announced as the latest guest to appear on Lil Wayne’s Young Money Radio. Thaddaeus McAdams/Getty Images Following appearances...
The NBA is taking significant steps towards returning to the basketball court. It’s been a rough couple of months for sports fans as we have been completely robbed of some of our favorite athletic leagues and events. The NBA and NHL have been two of the leagues hit the hardest by the Coronavirus and they are both working hard towards getting their players back on the court and ice. More specifically, the NBA has been toying around with different playoff scenarios, as well as a target date for a return to action.the NBA has been toying around with different playoff...
Cardi B put Tomi Lahren in her place after the political pundit questioned the purpose of looting as a form of protest in the wake of George Floyd’s murder. Cardi B does not have time for Tomi Lahren’s bad takes when yet another black man has just been killed by police. On Wednesday (May 27th), just two days after George Floyd was suffocated to death by Officer Derek Chauvin in Minneapolis sparking protests around the city, Tomi took to Twitter to share her thoughts on looting that nobody asked for. “How does looting, rioting and destroying your OWN community bring justice...
Stephen Jackson grew up with George Floyd in Houston and the two became good friends. George Floyd’s murder at the hands of police is a story that has become all too common in the United States of America. The video of Floyd’s murder was posted on social media and the images sparked public outrage that has manifested in widespread protests throughout the country but more specifically, in Minneapolis which is where Floyd was killed. Former NBA star Stephen Jackson actually grew up with Floyd in Houston and the two were friends. Today, Jackson made an appearance in Minnesota alongside NBA...
Colin Kaepernick is doing his part to support those who are protesting injustice. Colin Kaepernick has been fighting against racial injustice for quite some time now and unfortunately, it cost him his job in the NFL. Regardless, Kaepernick is well-aware that his voice on these issues is important and he is always looking to help out wherever he sees fit. As of right now, Kaepernick’s voice is needed more than ever in light of what is happening in Minneapolis, Minnesota. After the police killing of George Floyd, there have been protests all throughout the city and Kaepernick wants to make...
Birds of a feather flock together. Many people throughout the United States are hurting right now due to the police killing of George Floyd in broad daylight. Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin used excessive force on Floyd and ultimately killed him. The entire act was caught on camera and the images of the tragedy have been embedded in the psyche of the American people. Justifiably, many are angry at what has transpired and protests are now going on all throughout the nation. After peaceful protests were not getting the job done, riots and acts of looting were committed. Some believe...