Things have heated up between Diddy and former artist, Mase. While receiving his Icon Award during the pre-Grammys Clive Davis Gala, Diddy knocked the Grammys for not understanding and respecting black music. Mase wasn't having it and attacked Diddy on Instagram, accusing him of keeping black artists, including himself, in slave deals. Now, another former Bad Boy artist is speaking out about the situation, and how he feels about Diddy's comments and Mase's stance. Former 112 singer Quinnes "Q" Parker spoke to TMZ, calling Diddy a hypocrite for his Grammys speech about demanding the record industry treat black artists...
Baby Yoda is the most popular Funko Pop figure ever. Everyone’s favourite 50-year-old baby is out here breaking records like it’s nobody’s business. The character of the Child from the Disney+ series The Mandalorian, who is most often referred to as Baby Yoda, recently joined the ranks of all the most beloved fictional characters and celebrities in history by becoming a Funko Pop figure. In a since-deleted post on the Funko Twitter account, art director Reis O’Brien announced that the figure for Baby Yoda had actually broken the record for most pre-order sales in the company’s history. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images “It’s bananas,” said O’Brien. Disney and Funk...
All-black Nike Air Fear of God 1s to match the color of your heart. Jerry Lorenzo reportedly has multiple Nike Air Fear of God 1 colorways in the near future, including a murdered out ‘Triple Black” iteration that is scheduled to debut on Valentine’s Day for the retail price of $350. According to Sneaker News, the all-black motif features a suede toe box, with tonal laces, lace cage and branding rounding out the look. The Nike Air Fear of God 1 is highlighted by a double-height Zoom Air heel unit and a TPU cage that is inspired by the beloved Huarache Light....
Chris Rock & Steve Martin own the Academy Awards crowd. The 92nd annual Academy Awards are officially under the way and the festivities were perfectly kicked off with an amazing performance by Janelle Monae honoring the late, great Mr. Rogers. And with the Oscars choosing to go without a host for the second consecutive year in a row, it was a surprise when ex-Oscar emcees and comedians, Chris Rock and Steve Martin took the stage side-by-side to provide attendees with some temporary entertainment prior to revealing this year’s award winners. Kevin Winter/Getty Images The two accomplished comedians stood on stage initially...
“It was all Marcy love.” Most recently, Drake was spotted filming a music video in Brooklyn’s Marcy Houses, well-known as the projects that birthed Jay-Z. In clips filmed by bystanders of the project, Drake is prominently caught in a perceivably awkward position as he’s seen literally ooking over his shoulder frequently. The setting has naturally caused users online to proceed with clowning the Canadian star for seeming like a fish out of water, but it seems that Drake got the last laugh as he took to Instagram to briefly address the jokes. “That other clip under covers pulled up quick...
“Whoopi & Maya” has shut down. Whoopi Goldberg’s cannabis company, Whoopi & Maya, is no longer, after a fight with her business partner and brand co-founder, Maya Elisabeth lead to its demise. According to board member and High Times veteran, Rick Cusick, “in the last few months, Whoopi & Maya wanted a divorce, and the board had worked very hard to try and come up with some proposals … but we couldn’t get both principals to agree.” Though, initially, the board seemed to have found a “win-win” solution to “preserve the company,” Whoopi’s email announcing her resignation sent the business “reeling.” He is not sure...
Did Smoove’ L hold it down? Brooklyn drill rapper Smoove L is the latest to enter Funk Flex’s studio, and you already know where this is heading. Revealing that the L stands for “Lefty,” the Brooklyn rapper proceeds to slide over Trae The Truth’s “I’m On It.” Dedicating his message to the streets, L blends melodies with bars as he reflects on his struggles. “Call my mama, we finally did it, overcame all of the dickriders, the haters, and critics,” he raps. “All that grinding paid off now I can move out the trenches, became a man when I got...
Laceless Adidas Superstars set to drop on February 13th. The iconic Adidas Superstar turns 50 years old this year and in celebration of the golden anniversary, the Three Stripes has joined forces with legendary hip-hop group Run-DMC for a special edition sneaker collection. According to Sneaker News, Adidas will kickoff the year-long celebration on February 13th with two contrasting Superstars, both of which come sans laces as a nod to Run-DMC. According to sneaker source @PY_Rates_, there are actually a trio of special edition Adidas Superstars releasing this year, including “Black, White, Hi-Res Red,” “White, Black, Hi-Res Red,” and a modified...
Logan Paul turns up on Antonio Brown in new diss track, “Going Broke.” Earlier this year, Antonio Brown revealed that he was willing to go toe-to-toe with Logan Paul in the boxing ring. The two recently came face-to-face at the Maxim Havana Nights Super Bowl Party in Miami and nearly came to blows leading to serious negotiations from multiple promotion companies including DAZN. Now, with the former Pittsburgh Steeler shifting his talents into the music realm, Logan Paul has decided to release a diss track of his own aimed in the direction of Antonio Brown entitled, “Going Broke.” Logan Paul’s...
Catch up on all winners. The Academy Awards have arrived, signaling the end of the major awards season. The prestigious ceremony is staged in Los Angeles’ Dolby Theatre with no set host for the second year in a row. Top nods go to the likes of Joker with racks in 11 total nominations, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Joaquin Phoenix. Martin Scorsese’s The Irishman, Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, and Sam Mendes’ 1917 all logged 10 nominations each. Naturally, Bong Joon Ho’s standout Parasite is also in the running for top honors including Best Picture, Best Director, Best International Feature Film, and...