Friday, December 31, 2010
Thursday, December 30, 2010
10 Trends Rappers Need To Leave Behind In 2010
In case you've gotten caught up in the hustle and bustle that is the holiday season, here's a friendly reminder from RapFix: 2010 is almost over!
That's right. In less than one week, we'll be ripping our 2010 Rosa Acosta calendars off the wall — what? Don't judge us! — and ringing in another new year that'll (hopefully!) be just as good, if not even better than this year. From the emergence of Drake and the newfound fame of Nicki Minaj to the reappearance of Eminem and the wild and wacky world of Kanye West, we've got to admit that 2010 was one of the better years in recent memory in terms of hip-hop music.
But that's not to say that everything was on point this year. Because while we certainly enjoyed most of what went on with rap music, there are a number of things that we hope rappers leave behind when the Snooki-ball drops on New Year's Eve. If the rappers out there are still looking to get us a gift, do a little addition by subtraction and make us happy by leaving these 10 trends behind in 2010. Thanks in advance!
1. Releasing your songs on specific days of the week
Why It Needs To Go: Because everyone isn't Kanye West! Initially, the G.O.O.D. Music founder created "G.O.O.D. Friday" to build up anticipation for My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy by dropping one new track every week. But other rappers soon latched onto the trend and before we knew it, we had "Mood Muzik Mondays" courtesy of Joe Budden, "Wu Wednesdays" courtesy of RZA and "Blue Fridays" courtesy of Lloyd Banks. Um, guys: Enough is enough! The point of the Rosa Acosta calendar is to look at her, not the busy schedule we've been to endure to keep up with every ... single ... new ... rap ... song dropping throughout the week.
2. Starting "beefs" with your fellow rappers on Twitter
Why It Needs To Go: Sigh. Have we really reached a time and place in hip-hop history where it's OK for the long-running feud between 50 Cent and Ja Rule to spill over onto Twitter? Well ... have we?!? If so, cancel our Twitter handle ASAP. Because back when Biggie asked, "What's beef?" we're pretty sure the answer he was looking for didn't come with a hashtag.
3. Sending your fans letters from jail
Why It Needs To Go: Lil Wayne using his time at Riker's Island to reconnect with his fans was acceptable. Sweet even. But now T.I.'s followed suit and written a handful of letters from behind bars to his fans and one thing seems clear: This trend is gonna continue if we don't put a stop to it now. So, listen up. If you're a rapper and you go to jail, please don't start a blog about it. And don't write letters about how much you miss your fans. Let's put that energy toward staying out of jail.
4. Blaming poor sales figures on your album being "under shipped" by your label
Why It Needs To Go: So, your album didn't do the numbers you thought it would. And now you're a Trending Topic on Twitter because of it. Tough luck. But rather than taking to the tweets or releasing a blog blaming your label for your poor sales, why not ask yourself if you did everything to make your album a hit? Why not — gasp — take some of the responsibility for your poor sales? In other words, why don't you stop making excuses? Just stop using the term "under shipped," please. It sounds ridiculous, especially when we just saw a stack of your albums at Best Buy.
5. Hopping on the same song as every other MC to get a mention on the rap blogs
Why It Needs To Go: Unless you're trying to help us answer that age-old question, "How many 'Black & Yellow' remixes does one rap fan need to hear before he throws his iPod out the window?" we suggest you stay away from rapping over Wiz Khalifa's instrumental. And any other instrumental that more than three other rappers have already used. Seriously. There are THOUSANDS of rap beats out there. Why rap over the same one?
6. Releasing a "trailer" for your new music video
Why It Needs To Go: Music videos are, at best — what — four or five minutes long? Do we really need a 30-second "trailer" to get us in the mood to watch it? Just put it out already.
7. Getting tattoos on your face
Why It Needs To Go: Tattoos on your forearms and sleeves to cover your biceps — that was cool. Then, you started tatting up your backs and your stomachs and your chests — and that was cool. Then, you moved your way up to your necks — and even that was cool (though, admittedly, a little creepy). But now? Well, you're putting ink all over your grill. You do realize you're gonna look ridiculous when you're 70 sporting a rap crew logo on your mug, right?
8. Sleeping with — even just allegedly — women who makes viral videos about her sexual encounters
Why It Needs To Go: We like to know everything about our favorite rap artists. Well, almost everything. So, your favorite food, favorite movie and favorite song? Cool. But your bedroom behavior and your sexting style? Keep those details behind closed doors by sharing them with classy ladies who'll promise to keep quiet.
9. Recording songs that incorporate well-known samples that are a little too well-known
Why It Needs To Go: No, we're not talking about throwing a Rick Ross line onto the hook of a song or remaking a classic hip-hop anthem or incorporating Busta Rhymes's "Rrrrrroaw, rrrrrrroaw, like a dungeon dragon!" from the classic A Tribe Called Quest posse cut "Scenario" onto your new song. We're talking about Just Blaze jacking Haddaway's "What Is Love?" for Eminem's "No Love" and Will.I.Am lifting The Buggles' "Video Killed the Radio Star" for Nicki Minaj's "Check It Out." We're coming dangerously close to people who aren't familiar with hip-hop making the "rappers are so uncreative!" arguments that plagued Puff Daddy (and the fam!) in the late 1990s and early 2000s. So borrow at your own risk.
10. Any use of the word "swag," including, but certainly not limited to, swagger, swagga, swagtastic, swaggerific, "Pretty Boy Swag" and ... oh, you get the point, right?
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
DMX Moved To Mental-Health Unit At Arizona State Prison Complex
Rapper Earl Simmons, better known as DMX, is housed in a mental-health unit at an Arizona State Prison Complex facility called Alhambra near 25th street and Van Buren.
DMX was sentenced to a year in jail (minus 113 days served) on December 16, after he pleaded guilty to violating the terms of his probation. At his sentencing, Judge Christine Mulleneaux told him she believes he has "an undiagnosed mental condition," possibly bi-polar disorder.
DMX's manager, Nakia Walker, wouldn't comment specifically on whether DMX might have a mental disorder, but she says she wasn't surprised when he was moved to a mental-health unit. The rapper himself always has refused to comment on speculation about his mental state. In 2001, he threatened to beat up writer William Shaw for asking about it in a Blender magazine interview. "Waaaay too personal," DMX said.
The embattled hip-hop star is incarcerated for the 13th time. His record includes more than 25 arrests across the nation, 11 felony convictions, and 15 misdemeanor convictions.
Arizona Department of Corrections files confirm that DMX was admitted to the Flamenco Mental Health Unit at Alhambra on December 20. According to Walker, he will not be allowed to have visitors for 30 days.
GET BETTER X!!!!
Monday, December 27, 2010
Diddy Offers To Pay Model Who's Hair Caught Fire At Album Release
Diddy is offering to pay for the services needed to fix a model's hair that caught on fire at his album release party.
After seeing video of a model's hair ablaze at his Last Train To Paris release party, Diddy is offering to foot the bill for her to fix it.
As previously reported, comedian Kevin Hart was on hand at the party alongside Trey Songz and Fabolous while model Miyoki Jones lounged in a tub surrounded by candles.
The beauty apparently got too close to one of the candles however and her hair went up in flames.
While Jones suffered no life threatening injuries, a source tells TMZ that Diddy will gladly pay for services needed to repair her torched locks.
TMZ reports that the model believes it will cost at least $1,000 to fix her damaged hair.If you missed it last time, check out video of Miyoki Jones' hair catching fire below.
R&B Singer Teena Marie Dead At 54
(AllHipHop News) R&B legend Teena Marie has died, her manager confirmed today (December 26th).
Although no cause of death has been released as of press time, Teena Marie's publicist revealed that the singer had suffered a grand mal seizure last month in Los Angeles.
Teena Marie, 54, was born Mary Christine Brockert. She recorded a number of hit singles in the 70's, 80's, 90's and the 2000's.
Teena Marie was known for classic songs like "I'm A Sucker For Your Love" featuring Rick James, "Fire and Desire" featuring Rick James, "Behind the Groove," "Portuguese Love," "Dear Lover," "Out on A Limb" and "Square Biz," which featured her rapping.
Teena Marie originally signed with
Throughout the years, Teena Marie's was regularly sampled by a variety of rappers.
Artists like The Fugees ("Fu-Gee-La"), The Firm "Firm Biz" Jadakiss "By My Side featuring Ne-Yo" and numerous others have all incorporated Tina Marie's music into their own.
At one point, Teena Marie was also signed to Cash Money Records, where she released two albums for the label.
La Dona (2004) produced the single "I'm Still In Love," while her final album for Cash Money titled Sapphire (2007) produced the Top 40 single "Ooh Wee."
Bryan Williams paid tribute to Teena Marie via his official Twitter page. "R.I.P. Tina Marie," Birdman said.
“We’re shocked and deeply saddened by the sudden loss of Teena Marie," said Philadelphia International Records' founders, Gamble & Huff, who honored Teena Marie in Philadelphia in 2008, during the R&B Foundation's Hall of Fame Induction ceremony for the singer.
"She was one of the most memorable, soulful and unique R&B vocalists to come out of Motown. We send or condolences to Teena’s family, the entire Motown family and of course, our dear friend Berry Gordy,” Gamble & Huff said.
IRS Goes After Trick Daddy Over Back Taxes
(AllHipHop News) Trick Daddy is the latest artist to run into trouble with the IRS, as the Miami rapper owes hundreds-of-thousands of dollars to the government.
According to the Detroit News, Trick Daddy owes the feds over $157,000 in back taxes for monies he earned as far back as 2002.
In addition to the tax troubles, Trick's $320,000 home in Miami was sold last October, after a bank foreclosed on it in May.
The government has placed several liens against the rapper, who recently released his autobiography Magic City: Trials of a Native Son.
A lien was filed against Trick and his wife in September for $85,366 for money he earned in 2007, 2008 and 2009, while another one in July was filed in $16,709 for revenue earned in 2006.
Trick was hit with a separate lien in July as well for $54,979, for income taxes owed in 2002.
In July of 2010, it was revealed that a special undercover unit had been formed to investigate rappers and athletes and their earnings over the years.
Since then, rappers like Lil Wayne, Snoop Dogg, Obie Trice, Method Man, Eve, DMX, Nas, Swizz Beatz, Doug E. Fresh, Mos Def, Beanie Sigel, Wyclef, MC Hammer, Lil Kim, Big Boi, Fat Joe, D12, Young Buck, are among the rappers who owe the IRS since they began the unit several years ago.
According to the Detroit News, Trick Daddy owes the feds over $157,000 in back taxes for monies he earned as far back as 2002.
In addition to the tax troubles, Trick's $320,000 home in Miami was sold last October, after a bank foreclosed on it in May.
The government has placed several liens against the rapper, who recently released his autobiography Magic City: Trials of a Native Son.
A lien was filed against Trick and his wife in September for $85,366 for money he earned in 2007, 2008 and 2009, while another one in July was filed in $16,709 for revenue earned in 2006.
Trick was hit with a separate lien in July as well for $54,979, for income taxes owed in 2002.
In July of 2010, it was revealed that a special undercover unit had been formed to investigate rappers and athletes and their earnings over the years.
Since then, rappers like Lil Wayne, Snoop Dogg, Obie Trice, Method Man, Eve, DMX, Nas, Swizz Beatz, Doug E. Fresh, Mos Def, Beanie Sigel, Wyclef, MC Hammer, Lil Kim, Big Boi, Fat Joe, D12, Young Buck, are among the rappers who owe the IRS since they began the unit several years ago.
Victim's Step-Brother Calls G-Dep An 'Idiot' For Surrendering To Police
"I think he's an idiot," John Henkel's step-brother Robert Henkel told The New York Post.
"He has three kids and a wife. It was years and years and years ago," Robert said. "Finally, we're not always thinking about it…and now it has to be dug up all again."
Last week, a grand jury indicted the rapper for murder.
According to G-Dep's lawyer, he confessed to the crime as part of a 12-step anti-drug addiction program.
"I've got mixed emotions about this whole thing," Robert told The Post. "[Coleman] might have made something of his life."
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Monday, December 20, 2010
Lil Scrappy & Diamond Reportedly Both In Home Foreclosure
It was pretty embarrassing when a video of Diamond's car getting repossessed went viral.
To add to that, published reports are claiming that she and boyfriend Lil Scrappy are in some financial heat.
According to leaked documents, Georgia homes owned by the two are currently on the market after foreclosure.
Allegedly, the two are now renting a home together and supposedly delinquent on the payments.
Lil Scrappy has yet to be relevant as far as his career goes, with his last release being Prince of the South 2, a retail mixtape released under Real Talk Entertainment.
Diamond is working towards her 2011 release of her album titled, Whole Lotta Money...something the two don't seem to have at this time.
Neither of the couple have released official statements regarding the matter, other than Lil Scrappy's tweets, which read as follows:
"Wut they say shawty if I wus brokke I would b under the bridge instead of n this 1.50million dollar house that my daughter has one 3rooms....An I wouldn't b a topic if I wus broke but its always the opposite when they hate."
Foxy Brown To Release Lil Kim Diss Record Christmas Eve???
As previously reported, a Foxy track dropped in November that seemed to subliminally diss Kim and her “bleached out face.”
The track also made a mention of a “bad gyal” who wore pink hair but offered no names.
Now with Lil Kim and Nicki Minaj continuing to go back and forth in interviews, Fox Boogie is said to be adding her name to escalating drama, this time with a diss track she'll drop on Christmas Eve at New York's Jelani nightclub.
Flyers promoting the upcoming event have been released and read,
“PLATINUM CAMP PRODUCTIONS in association with BLACK ROSES CREW & BROOKLYN'S BAD GAL FOXY BROWN are excited to announce the most anticipated response since (Jay Z's Takeover), “CHRISTMAS MASSACRE” Coming Soon!!!”According to the rapper's fan site Foxboogie.com, the rapper has been working with producer Daddy Bigg$ and will release the track on the 24th aimed soley at Lil Kim---and not “her girl”, Nicki Minaj.
“Foxy Brown has been busy working in the studio with Daddy Bigg$ on her new single, Christmas Massacre. Foxy also sends a shout out to her girl Nicki Minaj. Foxy's single is set to drop at the holiday party at Club Jelani's on December 24th, 2010 where she will address the issue with Lil Kim.The party will be hosted by K. Foxx of HOT 97 FM and music by Massive B, Bobby Konders, Jabba & DJ Boof!”
Former Bad Boy Rapper G-Dep Admits To Murder
Former Bad Boy rapper G-Dep is being held without bail in a New York jail, after admitting to murdering a man during a robbery attempt in October of 1993.
The extraordinary tale began on Wednesday (December 15th), when G-Dep, born Trevell Coleman, walked into the 25th Precinct and admitted to killing a man named John Henkel in the James Weldon Johnson housing
According to the New York Post, G-Dep walked in and confessed to the murder after 17-years of living with the burred. He told police officers he rolled up on Henkel on Park Ave and 114th street and announced a robbery.
When Henkel resisted, G-Dep shot the man three times in the chest and throw his gun into the East River.
G-Dep, 36, had been arrested over 25 times for a variety of charges, including drugs, burglary and now, murder.
The rapper released one album for Bad Boy titled Child of the Ghetto, which produced the hit single "Let's Get It."
G-Dep was charged with murder and is being held without bail.
#GAWN
Former No Limit Records Rapper Murdered
Former Cash Money Records' artist Magnolia Shorty was recently shot and killed in New Orleans.
While details are sketchy sources told AllHipHop.com that Magnolia Shorty was shot at least 26 times in her new Orleans neighborhood.
She was given her rap name by late rapper Magnolia Slim, who also hailed from the notorious Magnolia housing projects.
She was also discovered by Brian "Birdman" Willis.
Magnolia Shorty was also the second female artist to sign with Cash Money Records.
Just months before her death, Magnolia Shorty was a featured artist at the SXSW Festival in Austin, Texas.
"I wanted to be a rapper. I've been rapping since I was 12 years old," Magnolia Shorty told Spinner.com. "I was working on mix tapes and my verse while rapping at block parties. I eventually got introduced to Cash Money Records and we just went from there."
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Waka Flocka’s Home Was Raided By Police
Earlier today (December 16), TMZ mistakenly reported that Gucci Mane was arrested following a raid of his associate Waka Flocka Flames Atlanta house. XXLMag.com spoke to Major Jason Bolton from the Henry County Police Department who confirmed with us that neither Gooch nor Waka were cuffed or charged with any crime.
Yet, two men in the residence were brought in and charged with possession of marijuana. Johan Michael Antney, a relative of Flame, and Tyrell Raylon Mingo are currently in custody, while authorities are in the midst of charging a third man whos name has not been released yet.
During the raid, which occurred at 7 a.m. this morning, Henry County Police Departments CAGE (Criminal Apprehension and Gang Enforcement), discovered two firearms and a small amount of marijuana and prescription drugs. The firearms recovered were a Kel Tech .223 caliber sub gun, and a Taurus .40 caliber semi automatic.
Bolton told XXL that they obtained a warrant to search the house for suspicion of drugs and gang activity.
Flocka took to his Twitter account today to speak on the raid. THE FOLKS JUST KICK MY DOOR N GOOD THING I LEFT FOR COURT LOL, he wrote. N THEY f**k MY WHOLE HOUSE UP TALKING BOUT THEY GOT A TIP HELLO I f**kING RAP . NEXT TIME (PO PO) GET A BETTER TIP.
Yet, two men in the residence were brought in and charged with possession of marijuana. Johan Michael Antney, a relative of Flame, and Tyrell Raylon Mingo are currently in custody, while authorities are in the midst of charging a third man whos name has not been released yet.
During the raid, which occurred at 7 a.m. this morning, Henry County Police Departments CAGE (Criminal Apprehension and Gang Enforcement), discovered two firearms and a small amount of marijuana and prescription drugs. The firearms recovered were a Kel Tech .223 caliber sub gun, and a Taurus .40 caliber semi automatic.
Bolton told XXL that they obtained a warrant to search the house for suspicion of drugs and gang activity.
Flocka took to his Twitter account today to speak on the raid. THE FOLKS JUST KICK MY DOOR N GOOD THING I LEFT FOR COURT LOL, he wrote. N THEY f**k MY WHOLE HOUSE UP TALKING BOUT THEY GOT A TIP HELLO I f**kING RAP . NEXT TIME (PO PO) GET A BETTER TIP.
DMX is headed back to prison
He has been sentenced to a year in prison but with credit for 113 days served, said Vincent Funari, a spokesman for the Maricopa County Superior Court.
DAMN......
T.I.'s New Prison Letter Thanks His Fans
What up world? First off I’d like to thank everybody again for going out and supporting the “Hustle” yet again with “No Mercy” last week. I can’t say enough on how much I appreciate the support and all the positive feedback. I read so many tweets, letters, reviews and comments that spoke volumes to how much love was still out there and how much respect still exists for my art and my passion. I put so much of myself into what I do. I even read over the negative comments cuz’ that’s the kind of energy I feed off of to adjust, evolve and improve my craft until it manifests into the closest thing to perfection on the next go-round. I love hearing your opinions on what songs you like most for the next singles. We are taking all of them into consideration as we decide right now on which direction to head in. I know this seems like an unfortunate set of circumstances to endure for a career with so much potential but remember adversity builds character and character takes you places money can’t. I know what’s in store for me in the future so I ain’t trippin’ and neither should you. For now all my love and best wishes to you and yours for the holidays. Y’all hold it down out there and I’ll do the same in here. And continue to spread the word about “No Mercy” & Team T.I..
Take it light and Be Eazy,
Mike Vick Gives His Fiance A Porsche At Birthday Bash
Michael Vick is definitely spending cash like a starting QB -- because the dude just handed over a fully loaded Porsche to his fiance at her birthday bash in Philadelphia ... TMZ has learned.
Sources inside the party tell us Vick's fiance, Kijafa Frink, celebrated her birthday with a private event at a Philly nightclub ... where guests feasted on filet mignon sliders, imported crab balls, and designer chicken wings (yeah, we don't get it either).
But here's the kicker -- when it was time to open gifts Vick whipped out a brand new Porsche Panamera! Yeah, he dropped $90k on a birthday gift. Baller.
SMH AND THEY SAID HOMIE WAS BROKE...
Sources inside the party tell us Vick's fiance, Kijafa Frink, celebrated her birthday with a private event at a Philly nightclub ... where guests feasted on filet mignon sliders, imported crab balls, and designer chicken wings (yeah, we don't get it either).
But here's the kicker -- when it was time to open gifts Vick whipped out a brand new Porsche Panamera! Yeah, he dropped $90k on a birthday gift. Baller.
SMH AND THEY SAID HOMIE WAS BROKE...
LeBron James Censored From Jay-Z's 'Empire State Of Mind' On Cleveland Radio
The city of Cleveland certainly knows how to hold a grudge.
Following basketball superstar Lebron James' decision that he'd be "taking his talents" to South Beach and the Miami Heat, in what many Cavalier fans thought was a classless maneuver, a Cleveland radio station decided to take their gripe one step further.
On Jay-Zs ubiquitous hit "Empire State Of Mind," Ohio's 96.5 KISS FM radio station took aim at the burly now-Miami Heat power forward by editing his name from Jigga's track. The line, "[if] Jeezys paying LeBron, Im paying Dwayne Wade" is now missing the Akron, Ohio natives famous first name. Host Joel "Java" Murphy curiously explained the rationale behind the decision with Cleveland sports blog WFNY by saying that Lebrons name is damaging to Cleveland's ears.
"I was playing the song and realized that the word 'LeBron' is as offensive to some people as the Seven Words You Cant Say on the Radio,' " Java said. "So, I suggested to our programming department that we should treat the name 'LeBron' similarly."
"Lebron hate" has become a way of life in Cleveland but the hip-hop friendly hoops icon seemingly takes it all in stride.
In a recent matchup between 'Bron and his former Cavaliers, James and his new team, the Heat, responded in flawless fashion, routing Cleveland who were outgunned from the onset. And while the victory had to feel good, the loyal Ohio homeboy never took it personally.
"It was nothing personal for myself against the fans. It won't be, ever," James offered to USA Today after the game. "I understand their frustration."
Following basketball superstar Lebron James' decision that he'd be "taking his talents" to South Beach and the Miami Heat, in what many Cavalier fans thought was a classless maneuver, a Cleveland radio station decided to take their gripe one step further.
On Jay-Zs ubiquitous hit "Empire State Of Mind," Ohio's 96.5 KISS FM radio station took aim at the burly now-Miami Heat power forward by editing his name from Jigga's track. The line, "[if] Jeezys paying LeBron, Im paying Dwayne Wade" is now missing the Akron, Ohio natives famous first name. Host Joel "Java" Murphy curiously explained the rationale behind the decision with Cleveland sports blog WFNY by saying that Lebrons name is damaging to Cleveland's ears.
"I was playing the song and realized that the word 'LeBron' is as offensive to some people as the Seven Words You Cant Say on the Radio,' " Java said. "So, I suggested to our programming department that we should treat the name 'LeBron' similarly."
"Lebron hate" has become a way of life in Cleveland but the hip-hop friendly hoops icon seemingly takes it all in stride.
In a recent matchup between 'Bron and his former Cavaliers, James and his new team, the Heat, responded in flawless fashion, routing Cleveland who were outgunned from the onset. And while the victory had to feel good, the loyal Ohio homeboy never took it personally.
"It was nothing personal for myself against the fans. It won't be, ever," James offered to USA Today after the game. "I understand their frustration."
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Rick ross confirms signing wale to maybach music
In addition to drafting Wale, Rawse also boasts of signing Philly native, Meek Mill:
Look for that first quarter. I’m talking to artist out of Philly that I think is the future of Philly. Meek Millz, I’m talking to him right now about Maybach Music. As well as I’m talking to Wale.”
“Wale is a hustler. I feel he’s one record away from being the next nigga,” The Husky Don forecasted. “He’s just a naturally fly nigga. Slick talking nigga. That’s right up my alley. I just think that comradery, riding with Rozay, it’ll mean that much more. I feel he’s one record away. As well as Meek Millz.
Look for that first quarter. I’m talking to artist out of Philly that I think is the future of Philly. Meek Millz, I’m talking to him right now about Maybach Music. As well as I’m talking to Wale.”
“Wale is a hustler. I feel he’s one record away from being the next nigga,” The Husky Don forecasted. “He’s just a naturally fly nigga. Slick talking nigga. That’s right up my alley. I just think that comradery, riding with Rozay, it’ll mean that much more. I feel he’s one record away. As well as Meek Millz.
Yo Gotti Surrenders To Memphis Authorities In Nightclub Shooting Case
The rapper (real name: Mario Mims) was sought after by Memphis Police in connection with a nightclub shooting that took place during Thanksgiving weekend.
Initial reports revealed that Gotti had been involved in an argument with local rival O.G. Boo Dirty at Memphis' Level Two nightclub on November 29th. The argument escalated, and minutes later, shots were fired in the club's parking lot, leaving five people injured.
Local media said arrest warrants were issued for nine individuals in connection with the incident, including both rappers.
At the time of the reports, Yo Gotti was out of town, but through his attorney Arthur Horne, he revealed that he planned to cooperate with authorities to clear him name.
On Monday night (December 13), Gotti arrived in Memphis and turned himself in, tweeting (@YoGottiKOM): "JUST MADE IT TO MEMPHIS.... TURNING MYSELF IN NOW!"
Gotti is being charged with aggravated riot, a felony charge that can carry a penalty of one to six years behind bars if convicted.
One of Gotti's attorneys told Memphis' paper The Commercial Appeal that the rapper is confident he'll be cleared in the case. "He is not an advocate of violence by any means," Murray Wells, an attorney in a Memphis firm representing the rapper, said. "At the end of the day we're confident his name is going to be cleared."
The paper says that 11 others face charges in the case, including OG Boo Dirty (real name: Lance Taylor) who faces a charge of inciting to riot, as well as aggravated riot.
At press time, it's unclear if Gotti is still behind bar, or if he's posted bond to be released.
Beanie Sigel Says Damon Dash Owes Him Millions
Earlier this week Philly rapper Beanie Sigel and radio personality Star put their personal differences aside to talk music, Kanye West, Damon Dash, and more on the Star & Bucwild Show on Philadelphia’s Power 100.3.
Shortly after Star mentioned Beanie’s loyalty to Damon Dash the rapper revealed that he has no loyalty to Dash and that he’s owed millions of dollars by him.
“I ain’t loyal to Dame. Dame owe me some money,” Beanie explained. “My own lawyer found about 11-million that Dame stole from me…He filing bankruptcy. I’ll spend a million dollars just to say a person owe me? I have a piece of paper that say he owe me some money. Who wants to go through that?”
Beanie also referred to Dash’s support during his legal problems as a “façade” and nothing more than “smoke and mirrors.”
Beanie didn’t have too much to say when asked about fellow rapper Kanye West, but had plenty to say about ex drug dealer Tommy Hill.
“It’s a known fact that he’s a rat. We was in the same jail, Fairton,” said Beanie when asked about Hill. “I was in the hole and he was on the other side in protective custody. He’s a rat.”
Ironically, Hill is scheduled to appear on the Star & Buc Wild Show tomorrow, December 15.
Monday, December 13, 2010
Katt Williams Ordered To Pay $577,000 For Dog Attack
Katt Williams has been ordered by a judge to pay more than $500,000 to a man who claims that the comedian commanded his dog to attack his pet when he asked him for an unpaid debt.
As previously reported, producer Merion Joseph Powers sued Katt after he racked up a $28,000 bill in his studio, but refused to pay it.Powers filed legal papers saying that when he pressed Williams for the money, Katt paid him a visit with his attack dog in tow.
According to court documents, Powers alleges that Katt gave his dog a “verbal attack signal” to go after his animal leaving it with "substantial and nearly life-threatening injuries."
TMZ now reports that when the men faced off in court recently, the judge ruled in Powers' favor and ordered Katt to pay the man a whopping $577k.
TMZ' Calls to Katt's reps were not returned.
Don King Stopped In Ohio Airport With Ammunition In Luggage
King, 78, was stopped on Sunday in Cleveland's Hopkins International Airport when safety officials discovered .38 caliber and .357 caliber ammunition in his bags.
King, who was in town for his wife's funeral, was briefly detained then allowed to continue on his trip to Florida.
His wife Henrietta died from complications from stomach cancer; she was 87-years old.
There is no word as of press time as to whether King was charged with a crime.
King recently hosted a birthday party for DJ Khaled at the Miami strip club King of Diamonds.
Others in attendance included Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, Diddy, Wiz Khalifa and T Pain.
Ja Rule Sentenced To Two Years In Jail
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