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Arnold Taylor, Executive Who Signed DaBaby, Is a Game-Changer

[ad_1] Here We ComeSouth Coast Music Group founder Arnold Taylor helped launch DaBaby’s career through his North Carolina-based record label. Now, Taylor is set on continuing to change the game with his roster of talent.Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the Winter 2020 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now.Buy DaBaby's XXL Cover Story HereTwenty-two years of experience in hip-hop culminated for South Coast Music Group founder Arnold Taylor in 2020, when the label’s flagship artist, DaBaby, experienced his biggest year yet: a No. 1-selling album, a long-running No. 1 record and four 2021 Grammy Award nominations. Founded in 2014, SCMG, based in Charlotte, N.C., is home to North Carolina rappers...

Diddy Surprises His Mother with $1 Million for Her Birthday

[ad_1] Diddy is going all out for his mama. In honor of Janice Combs’ 80th birthday, the Bad Boy mogul hosted a lavish party at his house where he presented his mother with a $1 million check and a brand new Bentley. In the video footage, shared by Diddy’s youngest son Christian “King” Combs, a shocked Janice opened a blue box to find the seven-figure check. The jaw-dropping surprises continued as a blue Bentley rolled up to the party. Taking to Instagram, Puff penned a touching tribute to the Combs matriarch. “I only exist because of this beautiful, hardworking, loving, hilarious, ass-whooping, always telling me the truth, genuine, smart, fly absolutely amazing...

Amazon Prime Releases ‘Coming 2 America’ Trailer

[ad_1] Eddie Murphy claims his throne in the Coming 2 America trailer that was unveiled today by Amazon Prime. In the upcoming highly-anticipated movie Prince Akeem sets out on a quest to honor his father’s dying wish by meeting his son in New York and raising him as the Prince of Zamunda. James Earl Jones and Arsenio Hall are also featured in the trailer below portraying their reprised roles as King Jaffe Joffer and Semmi, respectively. They will be joined by Jermaine Fowler, Leslie Jones, Tracy Morgan, KiKi Layne, Shari Headley, Wesley Snipes, John Amos, Teyana Taylor, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Paul Bates, Nomzamo Mbatha, and Bella Murphy. The Coming 2 America sequel was originally supposed...

Playboi Carti Drops Satanic Whole Lotta Red Album Merch

[ad_1] Playboi Carti's Whole Lotta Red album merch did not receive the warmest receptions from fans when it dropped last night.On Monday (Dec. 21), after confirming speculation about the release of his Whole Lotta Red album via Twitter, the 2017 XXL Freshman dropped a collection of clothing and accessories online that fans are considering satanic. It's unclear if the merchandise represents the album's theme, but the irony has been noticed by fans. Meanwhile, Carti's long-awaited WLR effort arrives on Christmas Day (Dec. 25) this week.The 16-piece merch collection features 12 different types of clothing options, along with four household items. The sweaters and shirts Carti is selling have upside-down crosses and statements like "Black...

The Source |G Herbo’s Former Friend Accuses The Rapper of Snitching in Fraud Case

[ad_1] G Herbo and five other men from his entourage were indicted on fraud charges and accused of using stolen credit card information to fund a luxurious lifestyle. One of the rapper’s former friends spoke out about the case and alleged that he was snitching. “I didn’t get hit for fraud bro I got hit [for] not paying taxes in time. Damn throwing me under the bus for what?” Omi wrote on his Instagram story. “Oh you throwing me under the bus because me and you was...

Nipsey Hussle’s The Marathon Mixtape Continues His Legacy 10 Year

[ad_1] According to the ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu, “a journey of 1000 miles begins with a single step.” Ten years ago today, the late great Nipsey Hussle took a giant step on his musical journey with the release of his landmark mixtape The Marathon, a major milestone in a movement that continues to this day.“I’m on a mission and I’m all alone,” Nipsey Hussle croons (yes, he could sing, too) at the end of “Love?” the opening track of The Marathon. “Far from where I’m goin’ and I’m far from home. Somehow, I know I’m movin’ in the right direction. My mama always told me I was gon’ be special.”For those...

If You Work From Home, These Discounted Moldable Earplugs Are a Must-Have

[ad_1] From noisy neighbors to distracting housemates, there’s a lot that can distract you from your current work-from-home situation. Even when you’re sleeping or trying to relax on a flight, the surrounding noise can be maddening. But instead of splurging on pricey noise-canceling headphones, the solution may just be as easy as popping in a pair of moldable silicone earplugs like these. Designed to mold to the exact shape of your ear, these earplugs are incredibly comfortable to wear, even to sleep, and can also be worn while you workout or swim. Plus, they’re great to wear in unusually loud environments, like concerts, protecting your ears from potentially irreversible damage. And unlike other...

Steph Curry Discusses Return to Basketball Following Injury

[ad_1] While 2020 has been a rough year for most Americans, it has been especially rough for NBA basketball legend Steph Curry. The Golden State Warriors superstar joined daytime talk show host Tamron Hall alongside his wife Ayesha Curry to discuss their mission to help underprivileged children through their Eat. Learn. Play. foundation. Curry also spoke at length about his return to basketball following his torn Achilles injury and his continued commitment and loyalty to the Golden State Warriors. Steph and Ayesha also spoke about their relationship...

DaBaby’s “Rockstar” Year: How a No. 1 Song Took Over 2020

[ad_1] Something SpecialOver the past two years, DaBaby has dominated hip-hop and he’s nowhere near done. With his own label, Billion Dollar Baby Entertainment, heating up and a track record of releasing hit albums and singles that hasn’t cooled down, the newly anointed hip-hop superstar is on fire.Words: Vanessa SattenEditor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the Winter 2020 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now.Buy DaBaby's XXL Cover Story HereImagine having two huge, career-impacting years, back to back. That doesn’t happen for everyone, but DaBaby has been lucky enough to experience that rarity. He first started rapping around 2015, and has released 13 mixtapes since then, but didn’t get real recognition...

Lil Durk Pays Tribute to King Von on ‘Backdoor’

[ad_1] 12.21.2020 Music Videos New Music Lil Durk keeps King Von’s memory alive in the video for his new single “Backdoor.” The Chicago MC celebrates his wins and losses while paying tribute to fallen friends. Durk, who signed Von to his label OTF, rocks Von’s signature O Block chain in remembrance of the late Chicago rapper, while also honoring his late cousin OTF Nunu aka Nuski. After deactivating his Instagram six weeks ago in the wake of Von’s death, Durk returned to release “Backdoor” and announced his mission to do “#DoIt4Von.” Following Von’s tragic death last month, Durk paid tribute to him on social media. “MY TWIN GONE,” he wrote. “I LOVE YOU BABY BRO –...