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Royce Da 5’9" Reflects On Getting Sober & Staying Faithful
Now eight years sober, Royce Da 5’9″ reflects on his battle with alcoholism and infidelity. Royce Da 5’9″ wasn’t kidding when he dropped off “Overcomer,” having conquered two of most crippling vices — alcoholism and infidelity. After eight years of sobriety and two of his strongest albums to date in Layers and Book Of Ryan, Royce is gearing up to deliver his entirely self-produced project The Allegory on February 21st. Speaking with DJ Smallz Eyes, Nickle took a moment to reflect on his own experiences shaking his demons and coming to terms with a new and healthier normal. Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images “I think a...
Kodak Black Appeals "Harsh" Prison Sentencing
Koda Black has filed to appeal his prison sentence for lying in order to buy firearms, claiming that the judge incorrectly abided by sentencing guidelines for convicted felons. Kodak Black is challenging his three-and-a-half-year prison sentence for lying in order to purchase firearms, as he claims that he was sentenced under the guidelines for a convicted criminal, which he technically is not. In the appeal papers filed on February 12th, Kodak has argued that the judge who ordered his sentencing made the mistake of using what he contends to be the wrong sentencing guidelines. Kodak believe that the guidelines that the judge abided by...
Dwyane Wade, Common Among The Five NBA Dunk Contest Judges
Chicago-natives Dwyane Wade and Common revealed as part of the crew of judges for the 2020 NBA Dunk Contest. Future NBA Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade will be in the building at the United Center on All Star Saturday night, and not just as a spectator. Wade, a Chicago-native, has been announced as one of the five judges for the 2020 NBA Dunk Contest, joining fellow Chicago kid Common, former Chicago Bulls star and Hall of Famer Scottie Pippen, Los Angeles Sparks’ forward Candace Parker, and actor Chadwick Boseman. Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images Though D-Wade never competed in the NBA Dunk...
Quavo Appears In "Narcos: Mexico" Season 2
Netflix’s “Narcos: Mexico” Season 2 includes an appearance from Migos head honcho, Quavo. Quavo‘s applying his real-life experiences from Atlanta bandos into the world of television with his recent appearance in season two of Netflix’s Narcos: Mexico. The new season launched on Netflix earlier today and fans quickly noticed a familiar face as Quavo popped up on the screen. The rapper later celebrated his recent venture into the world of Narcos on Instagram. We can only imagine that this has been in the works for some time. Culture II included the single inspired by the series, aptly titled, “Narcos.” With the power of...
Meek Mill Shows Very Rare, Old Mixtape Covers
Before getting signed to a major label, Meek Mill had the city of Philadelphia on lock with a number of fire mixtapes. Before getting an opportunity to release music on a larger scale, Meek Mill was feeding the streets of Philadelphia with the hottest mixtapes on the market, dropping fire after fire on a regular basis. The critically-acclaimed Grammy-nominated rapper is currently working on his next studio album, which is set for a release later this year, but today he decided to rewind the hands of time a touch, looking back to some of the first bodies of work...
LeBron James Reacts To Devin Booker’s All Star Nomination
Team LeBron just got a brand new player. LeBron James will be in Chicago this weekend for the annual NBA All-Star game. For the second straight year, LeBron will be captaining his own team. One of his most high profile players was none other than Damian Lillard of the Portland Trail Blazers. Unfortunately, Lillard went down with an injury on Wednesday night and will have to miss the festivities. To make up for his absence, the league announced earlier today that Devin Booker of the Phoenix Suns would be the replacement. Of course, since Lillard was supposed to play...
Damian Lillard’s All Star Performance Plans Revealed After Injury
Dame D.O.L.L.A. isn’t about to let an injury get in the way. Damian Lillard went down with a groin injury last night and it was revealed that he would have to miss a couple of weeks. This, of course, means he will be missing the All-Star game which is certainly a big disappointment for him. Earlier today, it was revealed that none other than Devin Booker would be replacing him on Team LeBron. Lillard’s injury was made interesting by the fact that he was slated to perform on Saturday at the skills competition. According to Chris Haynes of Yahoo!...
Lou Williams Honors Kobe Bryant With New Song “24”
Kobe Bryant’s former teammate Lou Williams drops new track titled “24” as a nod to the late, great Laker legend. Lou Williams, a former teammate of the late, great Kobe Bryant, released a new song on Thursday title “24” in remembrance of the Los Angeles Laker legend. The track, which Williams describes as “an open letter to the homie,” will also be featured on his upcoming six-song EP “Syx Piece,” which will be available this Friday, February 14th. Check out a snippet of “24” in the IG post embedded below, and click here to listen to it in it’s entirety....
Lloyd Banks Wishes A Battle Rapper Would
Lloyd Banks hints at possible URL battle while inviting smoke from any would-be competitor. Lloyd Banks has earned the right to be championed as the punchline king, a title he seems to embrace. Between his early work with G-Unit –including the star-making “Victory” freestyle– and the classic Hunger For More, Banks’ gruff brand of clever lyricism makes him a rare breed of emcee. One whose presence on a Funk Flex or LA Leakers would be elevated to an instant spectacle. As such, his fans are quick to pay homage when given the chance. It’s gotten to the point where Banks is openly...Recent Posts
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