Jaheim was taken into custody Tuesday (May 1) in Fulton County, Georgia, after being charged with six counts of animal cruelty related to his treatment of multiple dogs.
May 28
Jaheim was taken into custody Tuesday (May 1) in Fulton County, Georgia, after being charged with six counts of animal cruelty related to his treatment of multiple dogs.
May 28
Something subtle but significant happened over Memorial Day weekend. Beyoncé lit up New Jersey with another dazzling performance. There’s nothing out of the ordinary there. She typically brings greatness to the stage every time.
But there was a surprising moment during her set that deserves a closer look. Walk with me. In one segment, Beyoncé showcased a powerful spoken word piece by none other than Ras Baraka, the current mayor of Newark. Bro also has some deep Hip-Hop roots.
Now, that might’ve flown under the radar for some, but those who know, know. Before becoming a political force, Ras Baraka was a respected poet and activist in the mold of his father, the legendary Amiri Baraka. He brought his poems to stages like Def Poetry Jam. His voice has been with us for a long time.
So why did Queen Bey feature Ras in her show? Was it a creative nod to the culture of the region? Or was it a not-so-subtle endorsement as Baraka makes a serious bid for governor of New Jersey? I think it could be a bit of both. Baraka’s voice being elevated in one of the biggest shows on Earth doesn’t feel like a coincidence. (Big Wink. Wink!)
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As Baraka shifts gears from mayor of Newark to gubernatorial hopeful, his alliance with Hip-Hop remains unwavering. Over the years, he’s brought Hip-Hop into the heart of Newark—using it as a tool for education, youth engagement, and social change. He helped establish the Hip-Hop Political Convention in the early 2000s, and his administration has embraced artists, not shunned them. Ras has never turned his back on the streets or the culture; he’s made it part of the solution.
From what I’m hearing, some major Hip-Hop figures are rallying behind Brother Ras as the race heats up. There are some fundraisers on the horizon and probably some high profile campaign appearances. This isn’t a man parachuting into politics from celebrity. He’s someone who’s been grounded in community work, activism, and cultural relevance for decades. He did not just pop out to get arrested.
Let’s keep it real and this is for the naysayers especially. We’re living in a time where hard-fought protections are being stripped away, and predatory politicians are trying to roll us back to a darker time. That’s why it matters to support people who actually give a damn. People who don’t just talk, but act. People who’ve lived the struggle and fought to transform it.
I’m not here to tell you what to do. I’m saying—check out Ras Baraka. Look at his record. Look at how he’s used art, Hip-Hop, and public policy to uplift people. Then decide if he’s someone worth voting for in this next chapter. I already have.
Here you go, hit the link!
https://www.rasforgovernor.com/
Article source: https://allhiphop.com/rumors/beyonces-ras-baraka-governor/
May 27
Damon Dash is set to lose control of some of his most recognizable creative properties, including the Hip-Hop staple State Property, as part of a court-approved public auction to settle a multi-million dollar debt owed to filmmaker Josh Webber.
The auction, greenlit by both parties, will include Damon Dash’s full ownership stakes in several companies and copyrights to several films and screenplays.
Among the most notable assets on the block is State Property, the 2002 street crime drama that helped define early 2000s Hip-Hop cinema and starred Beanie Sigel, Freeway, JAY-Z and other artists on Roc-A-Fella Records.
Its sequel, State Property 2, and the 2007 documentary Mr. Untouchable are also part of the liquidation.
The legal battle stems from a long-standing dispute between Damon Dash and Josh Webber, who sued Dash over unpaid judgments and defamation from an earlier $800,000 judgment tied to the film Dear Frank.
In March 2025, a court issued a $4 million default judgment against Dash in a defamation lawsuit filed by Webber, stemming from comments the mogul made on the Earn Your Leisure podcast following his failure to respond to the claims.
In December 2024, his one-third stake in Roc-A-Fella Records was sold off to pay his debts, but the proceeds didn’t cover them all. Now, the court has cleared the way for the sale of Dash’s full ownership in Dash Films Inc. Also up for grabs are his interests in Bluroc LLC and Blakroc LLC, both music-related ventures.
Poppington LLC, Dash’s production company, is also part of the auction. It owns the rights to several lesser-known titles, including Honor Up (2018), Too Honorable (2017) and We Went To…China (2018).
The auction date has not been announced yet.
Article source: https://allhiphop.com/news/damon-dash-approves-auction-more-assets-going-up-for-sale-state-property/
May 27
Streamer Kai Cenat is catching some heat—again. This time, folks are raising eyebrows over the student roster at his so-called “Streamers University.” Word on the internet is that the entire student body is Black. That alone made some people hilariously label it an HBCU, but let’s not get ahead of ourselves.
Apparently, a few people (mostly white, from what it seems) are upset that there isn’t a more diverse mix of students enrolled. Whether that’s a real issue or just online hate is up for debate. For the record, I don’t know what the official student body looks like at this “university” or if this “Streamer University” is even a legitimate institution. I can tell you this, a quick look and I saw a both a white person and an Asian person, so people are really hating. But one thing I do know for certain? Drake gave the commencement speech over the weekend. That alone made it feel like a cultural moment. I also heard T.I.’s son King Harris was trying to get in. So yeah, it’s major. And he’s not the only one.
Kai Cenat is a force of nature, and clearly, he’s not slowing down.
Now, about this controversy—what’s the actual problem here? There are plenty of resources, schools and courses out there for learning how to stream. Kai isn’t running the only show in town. More importantly, nothing in his public behavior or business dealings suggests he’s excluding people. He actually strikes me as someone who welcomes everyone but just happens to have a fanbase that’s largely Black. That’s not discrimination—that’s resonance.
Could this turn into a bigger issue? Maybe. We’re in a hyper-sensitive era, where outrage can go viral in minutes. And let’s be honest, the new generation of “Karens” have their own way of flipping the narrative. Some of us have long had to find unconventional paths to success because so many doors have been slammed in our faces. Streaming isn’t always as lucrative as it seems, but Kai flipped the whole system. Now, you’ve got elders going live on Twitch, and corporations are lining up just to get a piece of what he’s built.
At the end of the day, if you want in, step up your streaming game. Whatever the criteria is to be part of Streamers University, that’s what it is. Let’s not cry discrimination every time something doesn’t include you, especially when it was built by someone who was once left out himself.
I am about to change my name it LeteSeed, because I feel obsoLETE!
HAHA!
-illseed out!!
Article source: https://allhiphop.com/rumors/kai-cenats-streamer-university-may-be-newest-hbcu-critics-cry-foul/
May 27
Shaboozey didn’t hold back his reaction Monday night (Jan. 27) at the 2025 American Music Awards in Las Vegas when Megan Moroney credited The Carter Family with “basically” inventing country music during their joint presentation.
The moment unfolded onstage at the Fontainebleau Hotel as the two artists introduced the award for Favorite Country Band/Duo/Group.
Shaboozey, known for his breakout hit “A Bar Song (Tipsy),” opened by highlighting the genre’s legacy at the AMAs, pointing out that Charley Pride won Favorite Male Country Artist during the show’s inaugural year.
Moroney followed by reading from the teleprompter: “That same year, Favorite Female Artist went to Lynn Anderson, and this award went to (folk music group) The Carter Family, who basically invented country music.”
Shaboozey paused, visibly processing the statement. He frowned, rolled his eyes slightly, then laughed before continuing with the presentation.
The award ultimately went to Dan + Shay, who edged out Old Dominion, Parmalee, The Red Clay Strays and Zac Brown Band.
The brief but telling moment quickly made its way across social media, where users dissected Shaboozey’s nonverbal response and Moroney’s historical reference.
“Megan Moroney just said the Carter Family invented country music and Shaboozey just shot her the hardest side eye. That’s what I came here for,” one person posted on X.
Another chimed in, “The Carter Family definitely shaped country, but invented? Bit of a stretch.” Others were quick to defend Moroney, noting she was simply reading from the teleprompter.
“Megan Moroney did not write the script (she was just reading the prompter),” one user wrote.
The Carter Family, often credited with popularizing country music in the 1920s and 1930s, remains a foundational influence in the genre, but the claim that they “invented” it has long been debated by music historians.
NPR has previously explored their legacy, noting their role in shaping the sound but not necessarily originating the genre.
What most historians fail to mention is that the Carter family was taught by a black artist and guitarist named Lesley Riddle, who also wrote some of their biggest hits.
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Article source: https://allhiphop.com/news/shaboozey-checked-megan-moroney-with-one-look-at-the-amas/
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