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June 15, 2021
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Pooh Shiesty’s Alleged Shooting Victim Takes Back Statement

[ad_1] Pooh Shiesty's recent shooting incident at King of Diamonds nightclub in Miami over the Memorial Day holiday weekend appears to have taken a turn. A security guard who was shot reportedly says he doesn't remember giving a statement to the police.According to a report from TMZ on Tuesday (June 15), the Memphis rapper's alleged victim is Frivin Dor, a security guard at the venue, who is now retracting his statement against Pooh, born Lontrell Williams. The guard accused the rapper of firing a gun in the club that resulted in the guard sustaining a gunshot wound to the ankle. Dor now says he doesn't recall giving an initial statement to Miami-Dade police.Pooh's legal...

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June 15, 2021
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Lil Baby, Yo Gotti & More Share Who’s Next Up on Record Labels

[ad_1] Onna Come UpWho's next to blow up on these rapper-run record labels? Let them tell you.Interviews: Robby Seabrook III and Aleia WoodsEditor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the Spring 2021 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now.One of the biggest achievements in a rapper’s career can be building a successful record label. What started as just a name and a logo becomes a competitive option for talent and an incubator for new artists. The rapper who birthed the brand has their celebrity platform and cosign to offer to their signees. The success of the rapper’s roster proves that they know how to be a boss and have an ear for...

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June 14, 2021
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Most Recognizable Looks in Your Favorite Rappers’ Careers

[ad_1] Hip-hop is all about evolution. The genre isn't nearly the same as it was nearly 48 years ago. The sound and look of hip-hop has transformed greatly over the years. At different stages of an artist's life, they often select certain hairstyles, accessories and colors to rock that reflect their style and mood at that time. They've created some of the best moments of their careers with this easily identifiable appearance, which is cemented in time.Example number one dates back half a decade ago to 2016. That year saw the rise of Lil Uzi Vert, who at the time donned pink and purple locs. The Philly rapper’s first stride in rap also...

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June 14, 2021
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New Details Surface in Polo G’s Arrest – Report

[ad_1] What was supposed to be a celebratory evening for Polo G in honor of the release of his latest album, Hall of Fame, last Friday night ended with the Chicago rapper in handcuffs in Miami and facing multiple charges. A local news report has offered additional details in connection to Polo's arrest from this past weekend.According to WPLG Local 10 in Miami on Saturday (June 12), the outlet claims that based on a police affidavit they've obtained, Polo G's driver says the vehicle was pulled over for having dark-tinted windows on the car they were in.The individuals in the car were taken into custody on the city's Biscayne Boulevard and SE 1st Street just...

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June 13, 2021
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Lil Baby and Lil Durk’s The Voice of the Heroes LP Debuts No. 1

[ad_1] Lil Baby and Lil Durk's new joint album received a heroe's welcome from hip-hop music consumers last week and debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart.On Sunday (June 13), the top 10 of Billboard's album chart was announced, revealing Baby and Durk's The Voice of the Heroes joint LP premiered in the top spot with 150,000 equivalent album units moved. Of that total, 4,000 were comprised of pure album sales. The solid numbers make The Voice of the Heroes the second biggest rap debut of 2021, following J. Cole's first week sales of The Off-Season.This is Lil Baby's second No. 1, following his triple platinum sophomore album, My Turn,...

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June 13, 2021
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Drake Confirms New Album Will Drop Before the End of Summer

[ad_1] After an unusually long album hiatus, it appears Drake is looking to return to take over the summer of 2021.On Saturday night (June 12), Drake made a guest appearance at Ultimate Rap League’s N.O.M.E. XI battle rap event to show support by putting down $50,000 for the winner. Following his stage appearance, Drizzy sat down for an interview on the live streaming app, Caffeine, with battle rap maven Nunu Nellz and battle rapper Tsu Surf, where Drake revealed his new Certified Lover Boy album will be dropping in the next few months.Drizzy let the cat out of the bag while discussing the Murda Mook and Reed Dollaz match-up that is slated...

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June 12, 2021
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Broward County Commissioner Honors Kodak Black

[ad_1] Kodak Black has his legal issues behind him and is now being honored by his hometown.On Friday (June 11), Broward County (Fla.) Commissioner Dale Holness declared June 11 Kodak Black Day. The Pompano Beach, Fla. native was honored with the proclamation during a charity basketball game in Coral Springs, Fla.During presentation of the honor, Holness lauded Kodak for his charitable works and accomplishments in the field of music, listing out a number of causes the "ZeZe" rapper has given his time and money to."Be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners in Broward County, Fla," Holness announced. "The board hereby designates Fri., June 11, 2021 as a day in Broward...

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June 12, 2021
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Polo G Arrested for Battery on a Police Officer, Resisting Arrest

[ad_1] UPDATE:A source tells XXL, the incident was sparked after the professional driver of the car Polo and his brother were in along with security cut off a police officer in traffic. The vehicle was then pulled over with officers immediately antagonizing the rapper and his teen brother, who were passengers and had nothing to do with the traffic violation."They won't let [his mother] speak to her minor son," the source tells XXL. "His mother is beyond upset. None of those charges can happen without police contact. Police had no initial reason for even being in contact with him."ORIGINAL STORY:Polo G was recently arrested in Miami following an album release party for...

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June 11, 2021
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Quavo Confirms He Actually Had Saweetie’s Bentley Repossessed

[ad_1] When Quavo and Saweetie broke up back in March, the Migos member reportedly repossessed the Bentley he purchased for the Bay Area rapper. While there was never any validity offered to give credence to those rumors, people think Quavo has confirmed that he took the car back from Saweetie on a new track on Migos' new album.On Friday (June 11), the Quality Control Music crew dropped their highly anticipated album, Culture III. On the effort, there's a track with Quavo, Offset and Takeoff, also featuring Drake, called "Having Our Way," in which Quavo hints at retracting the luxury gift he gave to an unnamed woman. There's no name-drop to actually confirm that the...

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June 11, 2021
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Best Hip-Hop Hooks Over the Last Five Years

[ad_1] Think back to the hip-hop songs that stay ingrained in the brain. There's usually one common thread throughout each. The rappers have crafted hooks that fit the vibe of their tracks so well that it's both memorable and easy to rap along to. With so many artists coming out of the booth with hits that stick, XXL highlights some of the best hip-hop songs with excellent hooks over the last five years. The lyrics within, pure catchy factor or how it was devised with the beat are all taken into account.Some of the biggest hits in the last few years have benefitted from very well-made hooks. Lil Baby and 42 Dugg's "We...

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