Drake fans are out here doing the absolute most! Over the weekend, a bunch of superfans decided to throw a Drake look-alike party. No, this wasn’t for Hanukkah or any special occasion—this was just a random day where all the various Drizzy doppelgängers gathered in one spot to party the night away.

I have to admit, this is taking fandom to uncharted heights. Over the years, we’ve seen megastars like Michael Jackson, Prince, and Madonna inspire this kind of devotion. But now? Drake is officially stepping into that rarefied air! Please do not kill me for saying it. I have to give credit where it’s due.

Even more impressive? Drake actually love the party! He rewarded the winner of the look-alike contest with $10,000. That’s right, folks—ten stacks! Membership in the Drake fan club clearly has its privileges.

From a cultural standpoint, what do y’all think of this? Honestly, I can’t see this happening for any other rapper. Certainly not JAY-Z or Kendrick Lamar. Maybe MF DOOM could inspire this level of weird fandom, but even that’s a stretch. Either way, Drake throwing money at his fans is cool. I would consider dressing like him for 10k! I’m sure whoever won needed it, just like me.

One thing that had me dying laughing, though, was the dude who came dressed as Adonis. That cracked me up! It was diabolical in the best way, and it honestly made me wonder if a Kendrick Lamar or Pusha T fan snuck into the party trolling. There’s no way that didn’t get noticed, but apparently, it was all love. For a second, when I saw the costume, I thought it was Ice Spice, not Drake’s son! Ha!

Anyway, what do y’all think? We are about to replace Stans with Drakes.

Article source: https://allhiphop.com/rumors/you-wont-believe-what-drake-and-his-fans-did/

Jamie Foxx tackled online conspiracy theories and shed light on his near-death experience in his new Netflix comedy special, Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was….

The actor, known for his roles in Django Unchained and Ray, addressed baseless rumors claiming Sean “Diddy” Combs was behind his medical emergency earlier this year, which he confirmed was a brain bleed and stroke.

“The internet said Puffy tried to kill me. That’s what the internet was saying,” Jamie Foxx remarked during his routine, referencing Combs by his well-known nickname.

He humorously added, “I know what you’re thinking, ‘Did he?’ Hell no, I left them parties early. I was out by 9. Something don’t look right. It’s slippery in here!”

Foxx’s jab alluded to Combs’ lavish—and now infamous—parties, which have come under scrutiny following his arrest in September.

Combs is currently awaiting trial on multiple felony charges, including sex trafficking, after police raided his home earlier this year and reportedly confiscated items ranging from AR-15 rifles to drugs and “more than 1,000 bottles of baby oil and lubricant.”

More than 120 individuals, including 25 minors, have reportedly come forward accusing Combs of sexual assault and other offenses. The rapper and entrepreneur, who has denied all allegations, faces a federal trial beginning May 5.

If convicted, he could serve a sentence of 15 years to life in prison. This isn’t the first time Foxx has openly commented on Combs’ behavior.

In a 2018 interview on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Foxx described Combs as having a “dangerous” edge.

“Puff was always sort of dangerous,” he said at the time, recounting an incident where Combs showed up to one of Foxx’s parties flanked by FBI agents.

Article source: https://allhiphop.com/news/jamie-foxx-says-he-always-left-diddy-parties-early/

Legends of Hip-Hop will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the iconic film Beat Street in grand style with a celebration at the Bethesda Theater.

On Saturday (December 28), The National Hip-Hop Museum (NHHM) will host the Hip-Hop Holiday Honors event from 5 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at the historic Maryland theater.

“This is the culmination of five years of intense work to preserve and establish Hip-Hop as America’s most important cultural export,” NHHM Founder Jeremy Beaver said. “I can’t think of a better place to hold our largest induction ceremony to date.”

Bethesda Theater owner Earl Ciccel. added, “This collaboration is a celebration of Hip-Hop’s rich legacy, and we’re honored to spotlight the artists and culture that have inspired generations. We look forward to an unforgettable evening of music, recognition, and community.”

The evening will pay tribute to some of Hip-Hop’s most influential figures, inducting Kool Moe Dee, John  “RAMO” Chartier, Robert “Lee” Taylor, Mr. Wave and The Treacherous Three. All of them were featured in Beat Street. Other celebrities will be present as well, including Marley Marl, Lords of the Underground, Soul Sonic Force, DJ Jazzy Jay and The Fearless Four, all of which will be inducted into the NHHM Hall of Fame.

Guests will get the chance to watch a screening of Beat Street and watch Kool Moe Dee reenact the film’s legendary Christmas rap scene.

Honorees will receive custom trophies, Hall of Fame jackets, commemorative medallions and more. Master Gee, the event’s master of ceremonies, will host a live podcast.

The event will conclude with a concert featuring the Soul Sonic Force, The Fearless Four, Lords of the Underground, Kool Moe Dee and The Treacherous Three.

Tickets and information are available now at nationalhiphopmuseum.org.

Article source: https://allhiphop.com/news/national-hip-hop-museum-honors-beat-street-anniversary-with-induction-concert-event/

Blue Ivy, the 12-year-old daughter of Jay-Z and Beyoncé, debuted as the voice of lioness cub Kiara in Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King, with director Barry Jenkins firmly stating her casting came down to talent, not family connections.

In an interview with People magazine, Jenkins, known for directing the Oscar-winning drama “Moonlight,” addressed speculation about favoritism.

“Her parents weren’t involved in her booking this film,” Jenkins said unequivocally. Instead, he said it was Blue Ivy’s audiobook narration in 2020 that first caught his attention.

“You know, she had read this book, this audiobook Hair Love with my friend Matthew Cherry,” he said. “And I just really loved her voice.”

Jenkins described Blue Ivy’s voice as embodying “a wonderful innocence” paired with “the knowingness of a highly evolved child.” He credited her ability to deliver the emotional complexity required for the role.

“The children in the audience, they’re going to see themselves in the character she plays, Kiara. She just brought all the complexity that it demanded.”

He also commended her preparation and professionalism.

“It was great working with her. She came extremely prepared.”

Jenkins emphasized that her performance stood entirely on its own, separate from her status as the child of a music-industry power couple.

The young talent walked the red carpet at the film’s Monday premiere alongside her superstar parents.

The family’s public appearance occurred amid controversy surrounding Jay-Z, who a day earlier faced allegations involving a 2000 incident in which he was accused of sexual misconduct with a minor alongside music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs.

Jay-Z, 55, has vehemently denied the claims, labeling them “heinous” and “idiotic.”

Article source: https://allhiphop.com/news/blue-ivy-jay-z-beyonce-didnt-help-lion-king/

Busta Rhymes has always been one of the most animated rappers in the game. But now, the dungeon dragon takes his art to new heights in “Unleash Me.” The New York native employs a liberal use of AI with spectacular results. The Benny Boom-directed experience creates the perfect match for the Nottz-produced banger.

Article source: https://allhiphop.com/music/busta-rhymes-employs-ai-with-incredible-results-in-unleash-me/