Tag: Hip-Hop News

The U.S. government is moving to seize over $64 million from Grammy-winning Fugees rapper Prakazrel “Pras” Michel following his conviction on a range of conspiracy charges and financial crimes, alleging the funds came from illicit lobbying and fraudulent schemes. Prosecutors filed a motion in Washington, D.C.’s federal court seeking a forfeiture judgment of precisely $64,923,226.40. …

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Swedish rapper Gaboro was fatally shot in a multi-story car park in Norrköping, southeast of Stockholm, earlier this week. Known for concealing his identity with a ski mask and sunglasses, the popular Swedish Hip-Hop artist, was pronounced dead shortly after being transported to a hospital. Fellow artists and fans have taken to social media to …

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Gillie Da Kid held what was supposed to be a fun boxing event in Philadelphia on Friday (December 20)—but quickly things went left. According to a video making the rounds on social media, Gillie Da Kid snapped on the crowd after patrons began clashing with police outside of the venue. “Please, turn that music off,” …

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It’s no surprise that Lil Baby is relieved to see his friend and frequent collaborator, Young Thug, back home after over 900 days behind bars. What’s less known, however, is just how close he came to being caught up with Thugger on the day of his arrest.  In October, the YSL rapper was released from …

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Daddy Yankee reached a partial agreement with his estranged wife during a court hearing in San Juan, Puerto Rico, addressing allegations that she withdrew $100 million from two of his companies without authorization. The artist appeared composed as he arrived at the courthouse on Friday (December 20), dressed in a tailored black suit and tie. …

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