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Nicki Minaj Doesn’t Deny That The Illuminati Exists

Aron A. — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:02:08 +0000

Nicki Minaj’s recent appearance on the Bryce Crawford Podcast fanned the flames of one of hip-hop’s biggest conspiracy theories: the Illuminati. Now, she didn’t say they existed or not but she addressed their existence when asked about whether the Illuminati was real. “My situation, I feel like it’s very personal,” she said. “I feel that there definitely is a group of people that have made things very difficult for me, but I don’t know if they’re Illuminati. I don’t know what they are.”

The rapper explained how she wasn’t entirely sure if it was an entire organization trying to bring her down, claiming that it’s largely come from individuals, not collective entities belonging to a much larger group. “I never looked at it as if it was like an entire secret society against me. But who knows, you know? It could be,” Minaj added. “Now, what they call themselves and what they proclaim to be? Only they could tell you that. But has it been a spiritual warfare? Absolutely.”

The conversation eventually drifted toward her perception of the music industry and some of the more cut-throat approaches behind the scenes.

“I started realizing that if you don’t get money with one person or a specific people, they don’t want you to get money at all. And that’s when I started realizing like, ‘Oh my gosh. What did I sign up for?’ because I didn’t know that these people would be so territorial over people that they don’t even know [and] that they don’t have any claims to,” she added.

Nicki Minaj Describes Spiritual Warfare

The Pink Friday MC elaborated on the spiritual warfare aspect, claiming that the lack of knowledge was weaponized against her.

“It was like constant spiritual warfare,” she said. “I wish I would have known sooner that this music industry was such a spiritual experience because I felt like I bought a knife to a gunfight without having that information. I feel like I was ill-equipped for what was ahead and no one had given me a heads up, and I had to figure it out when I got there.”

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Tyler The Creator Denies Plans To Release A Jazz Album

Aron A. — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:27:36 +0000

If you’re waiting on a jazz album from Tyler The Creator, you might be out of luck. The Odd Future founder has undoubtedly shaped his sound and production style through jazz influences. Regardless of the direction he takes with each album, the foundation of jazz remains prevalent throughout his catalog. Of course, this has led to an increased demand from fans who’ve wanted to hear what it might sound like if he leaned completely into the genre.

There have been a few clues that suggested new music is on the way. But when one Instagram page teased the possibility of a “new era,” one that would involve Tyler leaning deeper into the jazz influences, the rapper quickly shut down that idea. “not at all lol and do not get stuck on this idea please,” he wrote.

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Part of the reason people thought that a new album could be on the way surrounds the minor change in his Instagram bio. As Complex pointed out, his bio now reads, “Satchmo, Sag Harbor,” which seemingly references the nickname for Louis Armstrong (Satchmo) and Sag Harbor in New York, a village that became a sanctuary during the Jim Crow era.

Tyler The Creator Gears Up For Camp Flog Gnaw

Although it’s unclear if new music will drop this year, fans should be excited that Camp Flog Gnaw will make its return this year. On November 14th and 15th, Tyler’s annual festival will take place in Los Angeles. As usual, the line-up hasn’t been fully revealed yet, but considering how much care he typically puts into the whole festival, it shouldn’t disappoint.

We will keep you posted on any more updates surrounding Tyler, The Creator. Hopefully, we’ll get some new music in the future that follows up on his last two albums, Chromakopia and Don’t Tap The Glass. Check out his comments above and let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

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Drake Clowns Anthony Edwards In Hilarious Promo Video For The Nike KD 19 “Purple Candies”

Alexander Cole — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:23:29 +0000

Drake is an entertaining guy, and whenever he gets in his acting bag, he can put on a comedy masterclass. That was certainly the case on Tuesday as he dropped off the latest promotional video for Kevin Durant’s latest sneaker release.

KD and Drake have been good friends for years, so it should come as no surprise that the two would link up. In the clip below, you will see that Drake is promoting the latest Nike KD 19 colorway. This shoe is called “Purple Candies” thanks to its monochromatic purple color scheme.

At one point in the advertisement, Drake takes a hilarious swipe at Anthony Edwards and Adidas. The Canadian megastar suggests Edwards’ all-purple shoe pales in comparison. He also jokes that only kids in Minnesota care about the Adidas Anthony Edwards signature.

Drake x Kevin Durant

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Drake’s entire demeanor throughout the video is hilarious. Meanwhile, KD acts bewildered by Drake’s presence in his home. It makes for a lighthearted and funny promotional video that showcases Nike’s willingness to take a few risks.

With Drizzy backing this new shoe, there is a very good chance it becomes an even bigger success. Although there is no denying that the Nike KD 19 is already one of the biggest and best signature shoes of the year.

Where To Cop The Nike KD 19 “Purple Candies”

If you are interested in copping a pair of Nike KD 19 “Purple Candies,” you can do so as of Wednesday, June 17th. The shoe will be available over at Nike.com as well as the Nike SNKRS App.

Be sure to let us know how you feel about these kicks, in the comments below.

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Vince Staples Announces “Cry Baby” Tour: How To Cop Tickets

Alexander Cole — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:40:17 +0000

Vince Staples has gone in a new direction with his album Cry Baby, and so far, fans are enjoying it. While some don’t know what to make of this new era, others are loving the politically charged lyrics and rock-inspired instrumentals.

Now, Staples is looking to take this new album on the road. Just moments ago, he announced the Cry Baby tour, which will take him across the United States between October 19th and November 15th.

During this month-long tour, Staples will make stops in places like Atlanta, Brooklyn, San Francisco, Toronto, as well as various other big cities that can be found below.

Vince Staples Goes On Tour

VINCE STAPLES

CRY BABY TOUR

OCTOBER 19TH — NOVEMBER 15TH pic.twitter.com/7i2xRkbdvO
— HotNewHipHop (@HotNewHipHop) June 16, 2026

Tour Dates:

Oct. 19, 2026 – Atlanta, GA -Tabernacle
Oct. 21, 2026 – Houston, TX – Bayou Music Center
Oct. 22, 2026 – Austin, TX – Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater
Oct. 23, 2026 – Dallas, TX – South Side Ballroom
Oct. 25, 2026 – Raleigh, NC – The Ritz
Oct. 27, 2026 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Steel
Oct. 29, 2026 – Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore Silver Spring
Oct. 30, 2026 – Philadelphia, PA – Franklin Music Hall
Nov. 1, 2026 – Boston, MA – Roadrunner
Nov. 4, 2026 – Toronto, ON – Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Nov. 6, 2026 – McKees Rocks, PA – Roxian Theatre Presented by Citizens
Nov. 7, 2026 – Detroit, MI – The Majestic Theatre
Nov. 8, 2026 – Chicago, IL – Riviera Theatre
Nov. 11, 2026 – Denver, CO – Fillmore Auditorium
Nov. 13, 2026 – Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren
Nov. 15, 2026 – San Francisco, CA – The Warfield

How To Cop Tickets

Pre-sale for Cry Baby tour tickets will take place starting Wednesday, June 17, at 10 AM EST, according to bandsintown.com. The general ticket sale will begin on Friday, June 19, at 10 AM EST. You can check out Vince Staples’ website for updates.

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Lil Skies Reveals He Applied To Dollar General Amid Career Struggles

Alexander Cole — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:21:10 +0000

Lil Skies is an artist who was absolutely beloved during the SoundCloud era. In 2017, everyone was eating, and Skies’ collaborations with Landon Cube made him someone to watch out for. Furthermore, he had the backing of Lyrical Lemonade, which was at its peak cultural power at this time.

While Skies still drops music from time to time, there is no denying that his popularity isn’t where it once was. This issue is not unique to Lil Skies. In fact, the vast majority of his contemporaries from this time period are going through the same thing.

During an interview with Basement Talk, Skies admitted that times were tough just a couple of years ago. So much so that he decided to apply for a job at Dollar General. He felt zero shame doing so, although in the end, he was able to continue his career without having to take on a retail job.

Lil Skies Admits It Hasn’t Been Easy

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What ultimately saved him was his back catalog, which is still enjoyed to this day. As Skies explains, there is a high demand for him to perform. Fans in Florida have been begging him to perform, and he has plans to head over there soon.

While the festival circuit doesn’t pay as much as it used to, Skies notes that he has good connections in the industry. These connections can help him sell out a show on a whim. It just goes to show that good music lasts forever.

More than ever before, fans are using nostalgia as a form of escapism from the horrors of contemporary life. That said, it should come as no surprise that Skies’ success from 2017 would translate over to today.

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Contentious Environment – Song by Devonté Hynes AKA Blood Orange

Alexander Cole — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:04:30 +0000

Devonté Hynes AKA Blood Orange, has proven to be a musical genius of sorts over the years. That said, it should come as no surprise that A24 would want him to do the soundtrack for Olivia Wilde’s new film, The Invite. With the first track, “Contentious Environment,” Hynes proves himself to be a master of tension. There are some spooky-sounding violin passages here, and it’s clear that this is a movie that wants to appeal to your senses. Quite frankly, this newest song has us curious about the movie, which is set to release on July 3rd.

Release Date: June 16, 2026

Genre: Instrumental, Orchestral, Movie Soundtrack

Album: The Invite Original Soundtrack

Tracklist for The Invite Original Soundtrack

Through The Window
Contentious Environment
Suite For Cello I
We’re Doing This
Hawk In Bathroom
They’re On Their Way
Flan
Sex Parties
Arguments
Explain Yourself+Our Neighbors
Palladio I. Allegretto
Can We Please Do A Reset
Window
Tequila
A Little Example
The Band
Not Heard Anything
Suite For Cello II
Unapologetic
Hawk’s Story
You Do Have Sex, Right?
Carmen Suite No. 2 – II. Habanera
I Don’t Eat Meat
Sorry
Suite For Cello III
It’s Over / Suite For Cello

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Hernandez Govan Hit With Federal Cyberstalking Charges Following Arrest

Alexander Cole — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:49:08 +0000

Hernandez Govan is facing new legal troubles as his stalking and harassment charges in Memphis have turned into a Federal cyberstalking case. This revelation comes just days after his arrest and subsequent release on bail.

According to Fox 13, Govan was originally arrested for making threats over the phone. A woman alleged that Govan threatened to have her home shot up. The two were allegedly in a dispute over money, and that is when Govan allegedly started making these claims.

Furthermore, it was alleged that Govan wanted to “post explicit videos of her on social media.” When the woman sought help from authorities, the man continued with his alleged threats, writing, “The National Guard can’t save you, they can’t be there forever.” These alleged threats led to a warrant, and last week, he was officially arrested.

Govan will be back in court on Tuesday, where he will learn the next steps for his case.

Hernandez Govan Back In Court

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Just last year, Govan was acquitted of the murder of Memphis rapper Young Dolph. Prosecutors claimed that Govan was the mastermind behind the hit. However, the jury was not compelled by the arguments presented, and the man was subsequently acquitted. In the immediate aftermath of his legal victory, Govan said he would leave the city. Based on this latest arrest, it is clear he never made good on his promise.

Justin Johnson and Cornelius Smith were, in fact, convicted of the murder of Young Dolph. Johnson received life in prison for first-degree murder, while Smith received 20 years for second-degree murder.

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New York City Hip-Hop Anthems Surge On Spotify Following Knicks Championship

Alexander Cole — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:29:16 +0000

New York City is jumping right now as the New York Knicks have won their first championship in 53 years. The last time the Knicks won the championship was back in 1973, the same year that hip-hop was created.

The Knicks were underdogs going into the playoffs, especially when you consider how they were down 2-1 to the Atlanta Hawks in the first round. However, they started to rattle off wins, and by the time they made the NBA Finals, it felt as though success was inevitable.

Now, the city is celebrating, and there is even a parade planned for Thursday. In the midst of all of this, New Yorkers are now playing various New York City hip-hop anthems on repeat. The Spotify stats back this up. Songs like “New York” by Fat Joe, Jadakiss, and Ja Rule have seen a 3000% increase in plays. Songs by Nas, Jay-Z, and Skyzoo are experiencing a similar phenomenon.

Knicks Continue To Influence New York City Hip-Hop

The Knicks’ NBA Championship win sent NYC hip-hop anthems SURGING on Spotify in New York

“Blue and Orange Everything” — Skyzoo +35,210%

“New York” — Fat Joe, Ja Rule & Jadakiss +3,695%

“Welcome to New York (Dipset)” — Cam’ron, JAY-Z & Juelz Santana +3,485%

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— Kurrco (@Kurrco) June 15, 2026

Per Kurrco:

“Blue and Orange Everything” — Skyzoo +35,210%
“New York” — Fat Joe, Ja Rule & Jadakiss +3,695%
“Welcome to New York (Dipset)” — Cam’ron, JAY-Z & Juelz Santana +3,485%
“Heart of the City” — JAY-Z +715%
“All the Way Up” — Fat Joe +630%
“Empire State of Mind” — JAY-Z & Alicia Keys +615%
“Ruff Ryders Anthem” — DMX +380%
“NY State of Mind” — Nas +350%
“Lean Back” — Terror Squad, Fat Joe & Remy Ma +291%
“We Fly High (Ballin’)” — Jim Jones +119%

Needless to say, the city is feeling good about the big win. Hip-hop and New York City go together like bread and butter. New York’s hip-hop artists have always repped the Knicks, and now, that synergy is coming together in a big way.

It just goes to show that culture and community last forever. After decades of pain and heartbreak, the Knicks are victorious, and it is bringing the city together.

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Bills Paid – Song by Sukihana featuring Bobbi Althoff

Alexander Cole — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:46:24 +0000

Bobbi Althoff became famous thanks to her interviews with artists like Drake. Eventually, she became a full-time influencer, and now, her friendship with Sukihana has presented some interesting opportunities. For instance, Althoff delivered a verse on Suki’s latest track, “Bills Paid.” In fact, this new song is produced by Juicy J. If you were expecting an intricate verse from Althoff, you are going to be sorely disappointed. Her flow is fairly monotone, which fits with the persona she has presented on social media. As for Sukihana, her usual subject matter can be found here. For some, Althoff’s decision to rap is going to be one huge eye roll. Quite frankly, we cannot blame you for having that reaction.

Release Date: June 16, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

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Family Bizzy – Song by La Reezy

Alexander Cole — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:31:22 +0000

Over the past few weeks, New Orleans artist La Reezy has delivered some fantastic singles with “Melanate It” and “How Did You Love Me?” Now, the artist is back again, this time with the song “Family Bizzy.” This song was released alongside the announcement that his debut album, Skiddle Bandana, would be dropping on July 7. Overall, this new song showcases a wide range of La Reezy’s talents. From the flows to the bars, it is easy to see why he earned a co-sign from Kendrick Lamar. Meanwhile, the content of the song expounds upon what we heard on “Melanate It.” Family and culture are important to La Reezy, and that shines through in the music.

Release Date: June 15, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: Skiddle Bandana

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