Cardi B Fires Back At Tattoo Model Over Album Cover Lawsuit

The ongoing dispute over Cardi B’s Gangsta Bitch Music Vol. 1 cover art continues.

As first reported by TMZ last October, tattoo model Kevin Brophy is suing the “Bodak Yellow” rapper over the artwork, which depicts a man between Cardi’s legs. The claim has since been denied, and Cardi even shared images of the actual model.

Now, Cardi is doubling down, saying the model on her cover is black while Brophy is white. She claims the images Brophy circulated of the tattoo also show another tattoo on his neck, which doesn’t appear on the cover.

The actual model on the cover, Toronto online personality The6AtSix was quick to speak out against Brophy’s claims last year via video.

“OK, like who are you? Who are you, though,” The6AtSix asked. “Who are you, pretending to be me trying to sue Cardi B?”

Whoever this fuckin bum ass “Kevin Brophy” is needs to find another way to finesse food for his kids. Fuckin lame ass nigga. @iamcardib iunno if this shit is real but it’s all over the fuckin internet right now. Tag Cardi, tag TMZ, tag Worldstar. This nigga a FRAUD n I’m not sue’n cardi for shit. Lesson learned??? DONT TRY TO SUE PEOPLE WHEN YOU DONT KNOW WA GWAN! #NiggaTriedToFinesse #HeFailed @tmz_tv @worldstar @theshaderoom @balleralert #CardiB

Posted by The6atSix on Thursday, October 26, 2017

Brophy has never publicly claimed to be the model. He just says his back tattoo was used without his permission — a discovery he made after friends brought it up to him.

In his lawsuit, Brophy claims his young son was asking about it, which he found particularly troubling. A separate photo shared by The6AtSix appears to show he doesn’t have the tattoo in question, lending credibility to Brophy’s complaint.

Brophy is seeking $5 million in damages.

That time that @iamcardib and I…. lol you know what nvm????

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Eminem Goes On Murderous Rampage In New "Framed" Video

After teasing the visual on Monday (April 2), Eminem is back with his video for “Framed” like he promised. As the title suggests, the track revolves around a fictional character — in this case Marshall Mathers himself — who is accused of several murders he says he didn’t commit.

The video starts with a breaking news story and a reporter telling the viewers, “It’s been a terrifying two weeks in the city of Detroit after Marshall Mathers, professionally known as Eminem, escaped from an asylum.”

The reporter then interviews a detective who says the murder count is in the dozens as Em raps, “Don’t you see? I was framed.” From there, flashes of bloody murder scenes continue to be interspersed between footage of Shady in the asylum.

Directed by Jeremy Deputat, “Framed” is a far cry from his last offering, “River.” Instead of relationship drama, Em explores the dark side of a homicidal maniac.

“Framed” is taken from Em’s ninth studio album, Revival, which he released last December.

Watch the “Framed” video above. 

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Stevie Stone & JL Announce "Kontra-Band" Joint Album

Strange Music labelmates Stevie Stone and JL have announced a collaborative LP titled Kontra-Band. 

Featuring 14 tracks, the album boasts appearances from Strange Music head honcho Tech N9ne, fellow labelmate Krizz Kaliko and PHresher, among others. The title of the project was inspired by ’80s video game Contra. 

“It had two dudes running and gunning,” JL reveals to HipHopDX. “That sparked something for me, with two dudes being in the game. As we started making music, we were discussing ideas and Tech actually was the first one to say ‘Kontra-Band.’”

Stone and JL forged a bond while in Los Angeles promoting their respective projects last year and decided it was the perfect time to get to work.

“We’re just kindred spirits, man,” Stevie Stone tells DX. “The stars aligned and we went in there and were surprised. It just came like water. We vibed real well and bounced off each other real well, and came up with a dope project.”

To mark the occasion, the Strange duo has shared a video for the album’s lead single, “Groomed By The Block” with PHresher who appeared on Eminem’s “Chloraseptic” and its subsequent remix featuring 2 Chainz.

“We all came from situations that were hood, that were grimy,” JL says. “It’s a really catchy song. It’s a nice dynamic. It’s three different artists that are completely different, but meet at a nice, dope place.”

The full album is expected to arrive on April 20.

Check out the tracklist below.

  1. Lessons (featuring Jeff James)
  2. Trapping On A Hill
  3. Too High Today
  4. Groomed By The Block f. PHresher
  5. She’s So Fly f. Peetah Morgan
  6. I Was Ready
  7. Envy f. Suli4Q
  8. Not One Of Them f. Tech N9ne
  9. Boss Sauce
  10. Miles Davis f. Joey Cool
  11. Pluto f. Suli4Q
  12. Cautious f. Flawless Real Talk
  13. Bad Habits f. Krizz Kaliko Navé Monjo
  14. Only A Man f. Suli4Q Adrian Truth

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Here’s How Quavo Celebrated His 27th Birthday

Quavo turned 27 on Monday (April 2) in typical Migos style.

The ever-popular Atlanta rapper kicked things off on Easter Sunday (April 1) by hosting a celebrity touch football game. The event — part of the fittingly titled “Huncho Day” — saw a number of stars from the worlds of Hip Hop and professional football attend as Quavo’s Team Huncho took on Julio Jones’ Team Julio.

The game took place at Quavo’s alma mater — Berkmar High School — in Lilburn, Georgia.

T O M O R R O W G E T T H E R E E A R L Y #HUNCHODAY

A post shared by QuavoHuncho (@quavohuncho) on Mar 31, 2018 at 3:27pm PDT

Check out a recap of the event below.

H U N C H O D A Y R E C A P Thanks Again

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Later that night, Trippie Redd filmed Quavo arriving at his pre-birthday bash on a camel.

Quavo pulling up to Wakanda for his birthday

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When his birthday came around on Monday, Quavo partied it up on a private yacht in Miami. DJ Khaled gave us a sneak peek via Instagram.

@quavohuncho island ? bday party !!! Happy bday !! Yachts back to back ! @goldenyachtcharters

A post shared by DJ KHALED (@djkhaled) on Apr 2, 2018 at 3:42pm PDT

Happy bday @quavohuncho secure the bag alert ?! ?!

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Yacht life wit @quavohuncho happy b day bless up !

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As for gifts, Quavo received a luxury Lamborghini Aventador from Kevin “Coach K” Lee and Pierre “Pee” Thomas of Quality Control Music.

Quavo hit the ‘Gram to flaunt his new ride and thank his label bosses for the generous gift.

T H A N K S @qcmceo_p @coachk44

A post shared by QuavoHuncho (@quavohuncho) on Apr 2, 2018 at 9:54am PDT

Elsewhere, fellow QC signee Lil Yachty gifted Quavo $27,000 in cash.

#lilyachty gives #quavo $27,000 for his 27th birthday

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Quavo’s fellow Migos brethren (and real-life nephew) Takeoff wished him a happy birthday by hitting Instagram to share a hilarious photo of the two of them as children, rocking gold chains and repping Tupac and Michael Jordan across their baggy tees.

My dawg we done been thru it ALL Seen it ALL another year plenty to go it’s yo day today love ya 4Eva UNC! @quavohuncho

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Post Malone & Bud Light Pull Off Hilarious "Friendship Test"

Nashville, TN – Post Malone may hail from Texas but this coming Wednesday (April 4), he’s out to show the people of Nashville his inherent talent.

The Bud Light Dive Bar Tour is aiming to be the perfect launching pad leading up to the release of Beerbongs Bentleys.

Using the brand’s “Famous Among Friends” motto, Malone picked a handful of unsuspecting patrons to game called The Bud Light Friendship Test where friends test the limits of their BFF’s to bring them the most random of objects to prove their loyalty.

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Their participation earned them tickets to the upcoming Bud Light Dive Bar Tour show, which will be streamed on their Facebook and Twitter, and HipHopDX will also be in the mix of the action.

“It feels super cool to be the next artist to perform on the Bud Light Dive Bar Tour. If you know me, you know I love my Bud Light.” Posty says. “I can’t wait to get weird with y’all in Nashville.”

Andy Goeler, Bud Light’s VP, chimed in stating, “Post Malone has been a long-time friend and supporter of Bud Light, so when we were thinking of artists to collaborate with in 2018, it was a no-brainer to look into working with Post.”

“We worked with Post Malone and his team on a program titled ‘One Night Only’ last year and we were thrilled with the fan response and we love that he always has a Bud Light in-hand while performing. We can’t wait to see what he brings to his Dive Bar Tour performance in Nashville.”

Watch the Stoney One’s Bud Light Friendship Test up above and keep it locked to HipHopDX’s socials as well for more of the tour greatness.

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