HotNewHipHop https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/ The Latest Hip Hop News, Songs, Rap Albums & Music, Gossip & Entertainment News, Sneaker Releases, Sports News, TV & Movies, Interviews, Culture & more Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:23:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.2 Diddy’s Former Chief Of Staff Joins Usher’s Tour Team https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1010738-diddy-usher-kristina-khorram Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:23:30 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1010738 Kristina Khorram has landed with Usher after more than a decade in Diddy’s inner circle and years of legal scrutiny.

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Working behind the scenes on Usher’s current tour is one of the most closely watched members of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ former inner circle. Kristina Khorram, who spent more than a decade working for the Bad Boy founder and eventually became his chief of staff, is now involved with Usher’s team as he tours with Chris Brown.

Rolling Stone reports that Khorram is working on the 56-date R&B Tour, although her exact position has not been disclosed. A representative for Usher declined to comment on the arrangement, while Khorram’s representative did not respond to the outlet.

She is not the only former Combs employee to land with Usher. Rolling Stone found that a videographer who had been working on a Diddy documentary before his 2024 arrest has also joined the tour. Another former personal assistant briefly worked with Usher’s camp but has since parted ways with the singer.

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Khorram Became A Major Figure In Diddy’s Criminal Trial

Prosecutors repeatedly referenced Khorram while building their racketeering case against Combs, describing her as an “agent and co-conspirator.” They alleged she helped coordinate his sexual encounters with male escorts and was involved in efforts to obtain hotel surveillance footage showing Combs assaulting Cassie Ventura in 2016. Khorram was never charged with a crime and was not called to testify.

She previously denied allegations that she enabled sexual abuse. “The idea that I could be accused of playing a role in — or even being a bystander to — the rape of anyone is beyond upsetting,” she said in a statement cited by Rolling Stone. Combs was ultimately acquitted of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking, but convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. He is serving a 50-month sentence.

Usher’s history with Combs stretches back to his teenage years, when the future R&B star spent time around Bad Boy while recording his 1994 debut. Earlier this year, Usher told Forbes that he had nothing “negative” to say about his former mentor and still recognized the impact of Combs’ work in music and Black entrepreneurship. With Khorram now working inside Usher’s touring operation, that decades-old connection has taken on a new form.

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Keefe D Trial Becomes Focus Of New Tupac Documentary https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1010735-keefe-d-tupac-trial-documentary Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:14:19 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1010735 Tupac Shakur’s family is participating in a new film that uses Keefe D’s trial to revisit the rapper’s life and murder.

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The murder case that finally produced a conviction in Tupac Shakur’s death is heading to the screen, with his family involved behind the scenes. Sky has commissioned an untitled feature documentary following the prosecution of Duane “Keefe D” Davis, giving filmmakers access to Tupac’s brother, Mopreme Shakur, and others close to the late rapper.

According to Sky, director Marian Mohamed filmed with members of the Shakur family as the Las Vegas case unfolded. The project will include personal footage that has not previously been released, along with photographs from the family archive. Sky plans to premiere the documentary on Sky Documentaries and NOW in 2027.

Mohamed said she wants the film to give Tupac’s relatives room to speak beyond the grief that has defined much of the public conversation around his death. Rather than treating the trial as the entire story, the director intends to use the case as a way into Tupac’s life and the people who knew him before his murder.

The documentary arrives after a Clark County jury convicted Keefe D of first-degree murder with a deadly weapon on Aug. 31. Prosecutors argued that he helped organize the September 1996 attack after Tupac and members of his entourage assaulted Orlando Anderson, Keefe D’s nephew, at the MGM Grand. Keefe D was not accused of firing the fatal shots. Reuters reported that jurors deliberated for roughly three hours before returning the guilty verdict.

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Another Film Has Been Following Keefe D’s Side

Sky’s project is separate from a documentary previously connected to Keefe D and his defense team. AllHipHop reported that the earlier production was built around access to Keefe D and his family, while the newly announced film is being told through the Shakur family and people from Tupac’s inner circle.

That distinction gives the Sky documentary a different vantage point on a case that has generated competing narratives for decades. Passion Pictures is producing the feature, with Propagate Content and West Buttermilk also involved. A U.S. distributor has not been announced.

Meanwhile, sentencing is scheduled for Oct. 13, and Sky says its cameras will follow the case through that proceeding. Keefe D has indicated that he plans to appeal his conviction. The documentary does not yet have a title or exact 2027 release date.

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Kanye West Wants Donda Academy Trial Delayed Until 2027 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1010732-kanye-west-civil-trial-pushed-back Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:05:41 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1010732 A former Donda Academy guard’s lawsuit may be pushed back after Kanye West requested more time to prepare for trial.

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Tour dates in Russia and the recent deportation of Milo Yiannopoulos are now part of Ye’s bid to postpone an October civil trial brought by a former Donda Academy security guard. His attorneys want the case pushed into May 2027, arguing that more preparation is needed before they can face Benjamin Provo in court.

Legal documents reviewed by TMZ show Ye’s team asking to move the Oct. 12 trial to May 17, 2027, or another date the judge finds workable. The filing accuses Provo and his attorney of causing delays during discovery. Ye is also seeking sanctions against them. His lawyers say the current date conflicts with planned performances in Russia on Oct. 10 and 11. Those concerts are not locked in, however. TMZ reports that St. Petersburg’s Gazprom Arena backed out as the planned venue last month, leaving the promoter searching for another location.

The filing also points to Yiannopoulos, a former Yeezy chief of staff whom Ye’s attorneys describe as one of the people most familiar with the allegations. They argue that his recent deportation by U.S. immigration authorities complicates preparations for trial.

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Provo Says He Was Fired After Refusing To Cut His Dreadlocks

The underlying lawsuit stems from Provo’s time working security at Donda Academy. According to a broader examination of the school by the Los Angeles Times, Provo alleges that Ye treated Black employees less favorably and objected to books about prominent Black figures. He also claims Ye demanded that he cut his dreadlocks, which Provo says carried religious significance for him.

Provo alleges he lost his job after refusing. Ye and the other defendants have denied the claims in court filings. For now, the Oct. 12 trial date remains in place. The judge has not yet ruled on Ye’s request to move the case to May 2027.

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Jermaine Dupri & Jacquees Hit With $150K Copyright Lawsuit https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1010730-jermaine-dupri-jacquees-copyright-lawsuit Wed, 23 Sep 2026 23:39:11 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1010730 Home Team says Jermaine Dupri and Jacquees copied protected parts of its 1992 song “Pick It Up” without permission.

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A 1992 Rap record is now at the center of a federal copyright fight involving Jermaine Dupri and Jacquees. The Home Team members Van and Patrick Watler claim the pair copied protected elements of their song “Pick It Up” for a newer track with the same title without permission or compensation.

The brothers filed their complaint Sept. 21 in the Southern District of Florida, where the case is listed as Watler et al v. Mauldin et al. Mass Appeal Media, which released the newer song, is also named as a defendant. According to AllHipHop, the Watlers allege that lyrics and musical elements from their original composition were used without giving them writer credit.

Home Team released its “Pick It Up” through Luke Records in 1992 on Via Satellite from Saturn. Dupri and Jacquees later released their own “Pick It Up” through Mass Appeal in 2023. Streaming listings confirm the newer record appeared that year, though the lawsuit will have to establish whether any legally protected expression was actually copied rather than simply showing similarities between the two songs.

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Home Team Wants Damages And Publishing Credit

The Watlers are seeking more than $150,000 in damages. They also want recognition as writers and a share of publishing revenue generated by the newer song, according to the complaint as described by AllHipHop.

Their filing claims the defendants earned substantial money from the 2023 release and asks for an accounting of that income. The brothers are also seeking an order that would prevent further exploitation of the disputed work if they prevail. Neither Dupri nor Jacquees appears to have publicly responded to the allegations. The case remains pending, and no court has determined that the 2023 song infringed Home Team’s copyright.

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Tim Westwood Hit With Two More Sexual Assault Charges https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1010725-tim-westwood-new-charges-assault Wed, 23 Sep 2026 23:22:31 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1010725 Two additional women are now part of the criminal case against Tim Westwood, bringing the total number of charges to 17.

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Two more sexual offense charges have been added to the criminal case against former BBC Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood, bringing the total to 17. The new counts involve two additional women and relate to alleged incidents more than a decade apart. According to the BBC, one charge accuses Westwood of indecently assaulting a girl who was 16 or 17 in Hammersmith and Fulham in 1991. The other alleges that he sexually assaulted an 18-year-old woman in Wandsworth in May 2004. The Metropolitan Police announced the new charges on Sept. 22.

Westwood was already facing 15 charges involving seven women over alleged conduct dating from 1983 through 2016. Those earlier charges include four counts of rape. The remaining counts concern indecent and sexual assault. He pleaded not guilty to all 15 at Southwark Crown Court in December 2025.

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Trial On Earlier Charges Is Set For January

The Crown Prosecution Service said prosecutors authorized the two additional charges after reviewing evidence from the Metropolitan Police investigation. Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor Catherine P Baccas said the newer counts stem from separate reports involving the two women.

Westwood has not yet entered pleas to the additional charges. He is expected to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court, although a date has not been announced. The trial covering the original 15 charges remains scheduled to begin Jan. 25, 2027, at Southwark Crown Court. The CPS has cautioned against commentary that could prejudice the active proceedings.

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Adam22 Goes Scorched Earth On Chrisean Rock, Calls Her “Scum Of The Earth” https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1010722-adam22-chrisean-rock-jason-lee-show Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:00:16 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1010722 Adam22 was recently on the Jason Lee Show where he offered up some brutal comments about Chrisean Rock.

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Adam22 is currently going through his separation from Lena The Plug, and on Wednesday, he appeared on The Jason Lee Show to talk about it. However, they also got into the topic of Chrisean Rock and her child, Chrisean Jr.

Adam knows Blueface personally, so he felt it was necessary to weigh in on the topic. As you will hear, Adam was extremely honest when it came to Chrisean, and some might find the comments offensive. Others on the other hand, may find themselves agreeing with the overall assessment.

Ultimately, the No Jumper host finds it horrific that Chrisean Jr. appears to have fetal alcohol syndrome. This is not confirmed, albeit an allegation that has been parroted by many. He also said that Chrisean belongs in jail because of this.

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Adam22 On Chrisean Rock

“I really didn’t think Chrisean it could get any worse than Chrisean having a baby that is obviously the product of fetal alcohol syndrome,” Adam said. “That to me is the most f-cked up thing on earth. I believe Chrisean should be in prison because she did drugs and drank while she was pregnant and the baby came out the way the baby came out. I have no desire to talk sh-t about her kid but what she did to that baby. She gotta be the absolute lowest of the low, scum of the earth when it comes to this culture, there’s nobody lower.”

Adam went on to say that he believes Chrisean has it in her to backdoor an ex. He said this because, as it stands, Chrisean is facing accusations of getting her ex killed, although there is no evidence that this is the case. It is only an allegation made by internet commenters.

Ultimately, Adam’s comments showcase just how much he dislikes the reality TV star.

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J Balvin x Air Jordan 4 “Lemonade” Receives Retailer Images https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1010716-j-balvin-x-air-jordan-4-lemonade-sneaker-news Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:41:32 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1010716 J Balvin's Air Jordan 4 "Lemonade" finally receives official retailer images ahead of its upcoming release.

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Retail images are finally out for J Balvin’s Air Jordan 4 “Lemonade.” The collaboration releases very soon on September 25th for $225. It has the style code IW2872-700.

Yellow covers the entire shoe, using a finish instead of the usual smooth leather. Different shades of that same color are across the upper, laces, midsole, and outsole, keeping the design fully monochromatic. That approach ties directly into Balvin’s Colombian roots, drawing inspiration from Medellin sunsets and the country’s colorful landscape.

A few custom touches separate this pair from a standard Jordan 4 release. Nike Air branding shows up on the left heel, while Balvin’s signature lightning-eyes smiley logo sits on the right. Lace tags read “Just Do It” and “Solo Hazlo,” adding another bilingual nod to his identity.

Balvin first gave fans a look at the shoe during the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony, stepping out in the pair well before any official announcement. That early reveal only added to the buzz already building around this release, with leaked images circulating online for weeks afterward.

Given how much anticipation has already built up, expect strong demand once the “Lemonade” 4 officially lands on shelves.

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J Balvin x Air Jordan 4 “Lemonade”

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This marks Balvin’s fourth Jordan Brand collaboration since 2020, when he became the first Latino artist to work directly with the label. His Air Jordan 1 introduced bright gradients and his signature smiley branding.

The Air Jordan 2 followed in 2022, before Balvin returned with two separate Air Jordan 3 releases in 2023 and 2024. Each project has leaned on personal storytelling, usually tied to his music or his home country.

That consistency has helped turn Balvin into one of Jordan Brand’s most reliable non-athlete collaborators. Few artists have stuck around long enough to work through multiple silhouettes the way he has.

“Lemonade” continues that same pattern, giving one of Jordan Brand’s most iconic colorways a fresh, culturally rooted twist. With retail images now confirmed, fans finally have a clear look ahead of release day.

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BLUNTS & BLADES – Mixtape by Zukenee https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1010713-blunts-blades-zukenee Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:17:00 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1010713 Underground rapper Zukenee has just come through with his 15-track mixtape, which turns out to be a rare Wednesday release.

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Zukenee has had some viral moments during his time in the underground rap spotlight. He is now looking for sustainable success and appears to be making all the right moves. For instance, he dropped off a 15-track mixtape on Wednesday. This middle-of-the-week release has put all of the attention on him as opposed to others. Meanwhile, this new project doesn’t come with any features, which certainly elevates his voice. The production and the flows are noisy, but they are also exciting and will keep you hooked.

Release Date: September 23, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Tracklist for BLUNTS & BLADES

  1. KELLY CHANELLY
  2. MIXINGGG
  3. BREAK MY SCALE
  4. CALIBRATED
  5. 50 PLUS 50
  6. WALKED OUT
  7. WHO DF
  8. FUNKY MONEY/CHARACTERISTICS
  9. KISSES OF MOLLY
  10. QUESTION MARK
  11. SKREET BIH
  12. FACE IN PILLOW
  13. JEFFERY
  14. FRENCH TIP
  15. RAGS TO RICK (feat. BNYX®)

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Tyrese Haliburton Reveals He Lowballs On Grailed https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1010704-tyrese-haliburton-lowballs-grailed-streetwear-news Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:10:50 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1010704 Tyrese Haliburton signed a huge NBA contract, but he's still out here lowballing sellers for deals on Grailed.

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Tyrese Haliburton just signed a $244 million extension with the Pacers, but that hasn’t changed how he shops. The star guard recently admitted he still negotiates hard on Grailed, the resale platform for used and rare clothing.

“I’m offering you half, maybe less,” Haliburton said. “I gotta keep this money.”

Honestly, this is the most relatable thing an NBA star has said all year. Anyone who’s ever haggled over a listing knows exactly what he means. It doesn’t matter how much money is in the bank. A good deal is still a good deal, and Haliburton clearly gets that.

That kind of deal searching feels almost funny coming from one of the league’s highest earners. Haliburton explained he buys a ton of clothes through the platform, often targeting pieces celebrities wore once on social media before deciding not to wear them again.

According to him, that’s exactly when he swoops in. Once an item has already had its viral moment, sellers tend to price it lower, giving Haliburton room to buy for a steep discount.

That’s smart tractics, and it’s a strategy plenty of us in this community already use. Watching a superstar admit to the same tricks makes him feel like just another guy scrolling listings late at night. Say what you want about his game or his fits, but Tyrese clearly gets what it means to be a real one when it comes to the culture.

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Tyrese Haliburton Lowballs Grailed

Haliburton’s closet has become a talking point among NBA style watchers. Reports have detailed a massive walk-in space filled with vintage pieces, designer labels, and rare pieces collected over the years.

Despite that reputation, he’s stayed vocal about still chasing bargains whenever possible. That mix of high-end taste and bargain hunting makes his Grailed habits feel especially relatable to regular fans.

Haliburton has built his entire personal brand around standing out through fashion, often clashing with more traditional NBA style. Staying frugal on used-clothing platforms adds a funny, grounded layer to that persona.

For someone who could easily buy anything brand new, choosing to grind out deals on Grailed says a lot about his personality. Tyrese is definitely part of the culture.

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DJ Akademiks Reveals Meek Mill Finally Blocked Him On Instagram https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1010710-meek-mill-blocks-dj-akademiks Wed, 23 Sep 2026 19:51:18 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1010710 DJ Akademiks and Meek Mill remain embroiled in a heated beef, but as it turns out, Meek has opted to protect his peace.

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Meek Mill and DJ Akademiks have been embroiled in a heated beef for over 10 years, and they are showing no signs of ever getting on the same page. Overall, the feud is back in the mainstream thanks to Meek’s comments about Ak’s Lil Durk coverage.

He believes Akademiks is responsible for young artists getting killed and locked up. Meanwhile, Ak believes Meek is simply virtue signalling and is simply saying these things because of their past issues.

Over the past week, threats have been uttered on both sides. Ak showed his weapons arsenal, while Meek sought out an address. Now, it appears as though Meek has opted to focus on bigger and better things. As Akademiks revealed on X, Meek has blocked him on Instagram and has also allegedly deleted his messages to the commentator.

“Damn yall.. meek mill blocked me off instagram and deleted all the messages of him threating me .. he left the other ones tho lol. Lmao. The 120 days window countdown is on . My boy covering his tracks I respect it,” Akademiks wrote.

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DJ Akademiks Vs. Meek Mill

It is easy to see why Meek Mill would choose to do this. At the end of the day, the beef was not particularly productive, and it was getting to a bit of a dark place.

Ak and Meek’s history dates back to 2015, around the time of the Meek and Drake battle. In the aftermath, Meek told Akademiks that he no longer wanted to be posted on his page. Akademiks obliged, but the two still haven’t seen eye-to-eye, and Durk’s trial is yet another example of that.

Meek has yet to give a response to his decision to block Akademiks.

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