As a result, it’s led to a lot of intense debates online as to how many records of his are really timeless. But one fan of Drake’s that will always stick up for him is DJ Akademiks. The hip-hop reporter has been a die-hard for years and has developed a fairly trustworthy rapport with the rapper.

But with that being said, his takes, which would be arguably blasphemous for some, are generally colder than ice. So, hearing him dub a relatively new or okay project of Drake’s as a classic is not shocking. Over the weekend, he claimed that the Toronto icon’s 2023 release, For All The Dogs, is at that supreme level.

In the clip caught by secondary account, Akademiks TV, he also goes on to say it’s one of the best breakup albums ever.

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What Has DJ Akademiks Said About ICEMAN?

Speaking like a true unwavering supporter, Akademiks gasses him up to G.O.A.T. status after lip-syncing to “Virginia Beach.” “This why Drake the greatest. It’s like the n**** know me gang!” He adds that since 2009, he’s made a song that’s spoken to him.

Overall, there’s nothing much more powerful than an artist who you feel like you can relate to. But given how Ak’s viewed, many will and are clowning him for this opinion.

While putting FATD on this pedestal, though, Ak says that when Drizzy drops again, “he’ll be the G.O.A.T. even more!” On top of that, he recently tweeted out that ICEMAN, his next album, is coming very soon. “ICEMAN SO SOON! MY GOAT ALWAYS DELIVERS!”

He’s been sending out multiple posts like this on Twitter in recent weeks, drumming up excitement to higher levels. We still don’t have an official release date from Drake, but it sounds like it could be out during these colder months.

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In a new court filing obtained by Billboard, the two sides said that a “settlement in principle to resolve all claims at issue in the action has been reached.” Neither party disclosed specific details of the settlement agreement.

Lizzo’s team previously described the lawsuit as a “surprise,” considering she never released “I’m Going Til October” as an official track. In turn, it would have been much harder to prove she truly profited from it. “We are surprised that The GRC Trust filed this lawsuit,” Lizzo’s team told Billboard in a statement at the time. “To be clear, the song has never been commercially released or monetized, and no decision has been made at this time regarding any future commercial release of the song.”

Lawyers for GRC Trust countered: “It is antiquated to claim that a song is not ‘released’ when it is streamed through TikTok – one of the largest musical platforms in the world – to the public.”

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Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle Campaign

On Lizzo’s unreleased song, she raps: “No kizzy, he ain’t got no business being with me. Fat ass pretty face with the titties. Bitch, I got good jeans like I’m Sydney.” The line is a reference to Sweeney promoting American Eagle jeans. In doing so, she used a play on the words “jeans” and “genes.” The campaign caused a ton of controversy when advertisements began airing in 2025.

In other news, the “I’m Going Til October” lawsuit came shortly after Lizzo had criticized copyright laws around sampling during an appearance on Gillie and Wallo’s Million Dollaz Worth Of Game podcast.

“I just feel like the theft of it all, putting theft on Black culture, that’s the part that kind of turns me off,” she said on the show. “Hip-hop’s medium was sampling. Sampling is a Black art that bred hip-hop. Hip-hop was born from sampling. And now sampling is synonymous with theft.”

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Making things more frightening is that these thankfully minor injuries were accrued via an alleged car accident. The only reason we know this is because the Instagram Story post, which went up late Sunday/early Monday, is captioned “Car Crash.”

While we can’t see Juelz Santana from the chest down, it seems that this was the extent of what happened to him physically. The rapper included praying hands and hands raised emojis, signaling that he’s doing okay all things allegedly considered.

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Unfortunately, there isn’t much else to share. We don’t know exactly when or where this alleged accident occurred. We are also left to wonder if anyone else was hurt or otherwise.

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Juelz Santana Speaks After Alleged Car Crash

However, fans of Juelz did see clips circulating online yesterday of him at a New York City strip club prior, per The Source.

He was accompanied by other rap stars including Future, Lil Baby, his former Dipset co-star Jim Jones, and Baby Swag.

We also have obtained extra posts following the bloody selfie from Juelz. He shared two, with both not adding much context to the situation. One reads, “People Forget Soooo Fast.” The other says “tables turn faster than you think.”

Overall, this leaves the media and fans to speculate if this relates to the alleged car collision at all. These could suggest that he’s talking about someone or a handful of people. However, as of late, we haven’t heard much any potential beefs brewing with Juelz.

All in all, we are wishing him well as he recovers physically, mentally, and emotionally from this.

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In response to the post, fans showed plenty of excitement for the idea. “Omg I’ve been saying MJB needs a Vegas Residency!!!!! You already know I’m there!!! Awesome birthday surprise!!” one user commented. Another added: “God is just blessing my girl and I am here for IT.”

“I’ve been so excited to announce this Vegas residency,” Blige said in a press release. “Creating a show like this has been something I’ve always wanted to do. It’s a chance to get my fans together from all over – different cities, states, and countries – to experience something together. My Life, My Story will be just that – with some surprises for my fans that have been there through it all. See you in May!”

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Where To Get Tickets For Mary J Blige’s Residency?

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Fans will be able to purchase tickets to Mary J. Blige’s My Life, My Story The Las Vegas Residency through Ticketmaster on Friday, January 16 at 1:00 PM, ET. Citi / AAdvantage cardmembers will get access to the earliest presale tickets on the prior Tuesday, with artist fans getting access on Wednesday. On Thursday, members of both MGM Rewards and MGM Resorts’ loyalty rewards program, as well as both Live Nation and Ticketmaster customers, will have a chance to buy tickets.

Blige discussed what fans can expect from My Life, My Story The Las Vegas Residency during an appearance on the Today Show on Monday. “It’s going to be done more theatrically,” she revealed, as caught by Rolling Stone. “It’s still going to have the music, it’s still going to be fun — but it’s a story, so there’s going to be actors and actresses. So the music tells the story. I have so many songs that I haven’t performed yet for my fans… The actors are going to narrate the music, but you’re still going to have a good time.”

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In a clip caught by Live Bitez, the former Migos member is seen out at a casino with fellow MC, Bobby Shmurda. The two can be seen standing next to each other, with ‘Set on the phone and Shmurda smoking. Overall, something like this would usually just get passed by without much thought.

However, after Powell’s recent debt claim, folks are putting this public spotting under a big magnifying glass. For context, the social media figure allegedly posted and deleted this: “LITERALLY THREATS AFTER THREATS TOLD ME I HAVE TO PAY HIM TO KEEP MY ACCOUNTS. AFTER HE ALREADY RAN OFF WITH THE 15K+ i LET HIM [BORROW] TO GAMBLE… MIND U HE WAS SO HAPPY GETTING JORDY JUMPED ON NYE RIGHT IN FRONT OF ME NOW HE SAYING IM NEXT… ON HIS MAMA. LOCK THIS MAN UP PLEASEE! #OFFSET.”

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The jokes are writing themselves right now for that reason and because Offset is wearing a Hard Rock casino hoodie.

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Offset Has Drama With Celina Powell

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“He just like my uncles fr [laughing emoji] they be in there tryna hit a lick too,” one user trolls. “He even got the pullover to match [loudly crying emoji two laughing emojis],” another jokes. A third writes, “Wearing that hard rock like it’s Nike tech [laughing emoji].”

Some are expressing concern that this could turn into a nasty addiction. But for the most part, folks are having a field day.

Unfortunately, this trend of clowning Offset seemingly will not slow down anytime soon. Powell’s allegations have been persistent over the last two weeks as it all started with her posting a video of the “Ric Flair Drip” artist allegedly sleeping next to him after allegedly filming a sex tape.

“made a tape last night & all u heard was him in the video lol offset you sleepy boy @celinagonewild,” she captioned the video. Other bombshell allegations include the rapper threatening to kill or harm Stefon Diggs, Cardi B’s latest and current boo.

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At the time, Ebro blamed the move on his political beliefs and called out the company’s owner. In response to his new post, many fans pointed out that he and Mero share similar opinions.

“You said you got fired because of your political views, but Mero is even more political than you and more progressive than you. He is very anti Trump and anti ICE. He is on one of Mamdani’s committees. Maybe you are just bad at your job?” one user wrote. Another added: “They hired a progressive replacement to show you that your firing was due to a lack of talent, not political views btw.”

Nowadays, Darden and his co-hosts, Peter Rosenberg and Laura Stylez, have been hosting The Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg Show on YouTube.

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When Does “Mornings With Mero” Start?

Hot 97 announced that Mornings With Mero will begin on Tuesday, January 13. The show will air on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM. In a press release, Mero described the station as “the voice of NYC hip-hop and culture.”

“Hot 97 is the station—it’s been the voice of NYC hip-hop and culture for decades,” Mero said, according to Radio Insight. “I grew up listening to Hot 97, so to get the morning slot here isn’t just a job—it’s a responsibility to continue that legacy while bringing it into this next era of media. We’re gonna laugh, we’re gonna get into it, but it’s always gonna be real, and a real good time!”

MediaCo’s CEO, Albert Rodriguez, added: “This is a new era for Hot 97, one that reflects both where the culture is and where it’s going. s the most listened-to station in hip-hop, we’re proud to announce The Kid Mero, Bronx-born comedian and cultural voice who’s captured a generation with his sharp wit and authenticity, as our new morning show host. With the continued growth of the Hot 97 brand alongside Hot TV, this is an integral moment for us to expand our reach and deepen our impact across platforms.”

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It didn’t take long for this to happen either with the comedian making the quip just moments into the program. She set up her funny but sort of awkward pun with a reference to Jordan’s roles in the acclaimed Ryan Coogler film, Sinners.

In the movie, the 38-year-old plays twin brothers “Smoke” and “Stack.” Glaser, 41, said, “In Sinners, Michael played two brothers. Am I allowed to say that?” She continued, “And I can’t believe it. We got two Michael B. Jordans. When I saw that, I was like, Nikki B. Jerking, because that was awesome.”

The crowd, as well as the Creed actor himself were fans of it, with the latter doing his best to hold in his laughter. However, the camera hilariously panned to the star’s mom, Donna Jordan, and she was not all that amused nor impressed.

She took a sip of her drink and rolled her eyes, avoiding all contact, as caught by Entertainment Tonight. Nikki, sort of feeling guilty, took back her punchline a bit. “Why did I make that joke? I know your mom. I’m so sorry. I should not have said that to you. That should have been a DM. My mistake. My mistake. I love you. You’re amazing.”

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What Awards Did Michael B Jordan Win At The Golden Globes?

Unfortunately, this somewhat uncomfortable moment sort of encapsulated the rest of Michael’s evening at the 82nd award show. He was only up for one category, but it was one of the biggest one of them all, Best Actor in a Motion Picture, Drama.

He came away empty handed, losing to Wagner Moura, who starred in The Secret Agent. But while he didn’t win any individual awards, Sinners did nab a few trophies. The horror/drama flick went on to claim Best Original Score and Cinematic And Box Office Achievement.

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Taking to X (formerly Twitter) to elaborate on the situation, Akademiks wrote: “So slight update, the facility they claim he’s located at is a Halfway house for inmates who are about to be released. Also his release date seems to 3 months from yesterday. Most half way houses will house an inmate for 3-12 months of the ending of their bid.”

From there, Ak speculated that the update could stem from a violation, but there was no information confirming as such. “What’s unsure is if he was listed as in custody when we saw him obviously being free (shooting music videos etc). Confirming more details shortly,” he continued. “It could be a HOLD stemming from possible violations but he wouldn’t be housed in a halfway house. Normally, it would be a federal detention center until the judge saw him.”

Eventually, Akademiks confirmed that Shiesty’s label reached out to debunk the entire situation. “Apparently his April date existed since his ‘release’ and he’s on home confinement until April like he has been the whole time since his release,” Ak wrote. “Rumors of his incarceration started via a stream when fans assumed a conversation on one of his closest friends stream (Bendadon) was about him being arrested.”

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Pooh Shiesty’s “FDO” Song

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In response to Akademiks sharing the news, plenty of fans on Instagram had referenced Shiesty’s latest single, “FDO.” The title is an acronym standing for “First Day Out.” One user joked: “2 first day out’s in the same year is never been done before btw.” Another added: “FDO part 2 about to be another CLASSIC!”

In other news, the latest legal drama comes after Pooh Shiesty took to social media over the weekend in an attempt to debunk allegations that he snitched as part of his aforementioned gun case. He recorded a video of himself going through the paperwork from his indictment. In the caption, Shiesty wrote: “Traumatized, they don’t know the half.”

“They smacked up with more charges, thinking that sh*t would break us or make us or break us,” Shiesty said in the video, as caught by XXL. “Three of the most solid ni**as you will ever see name on a piece of paper… We kept it G. We traumatized by this sh*t. Y’all better watch y’all mouth when y’all say a ni**a name… Never told and never folded.”

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This luxury collaboration broke all traditional award show rules in the best way possible. Chalamet won his first Golden Globe on January 11th for an incredible performance.

He took home Best Actor in a Motion Picture, Musical or Comedy category. His role as table tennis player Marty Mauser in Marty Supreme clearly resonated with voters. The sports dramedy gave Chalamet a chance to showcase his impressive range as an actor.

This historic win marks a major milestone in his already remarkable career trajectory. At just 30 years old, he’s cementing his place among Hollywood’s most talented performers. His Timberland x Chrome Hearts boots sparked immediate conversation.

The rugged luxury footwear created an interesting contrast with his polished all-black formal outfit. He rounded out the look with Cartier jewelry creating a perfect high-low fashion moment. More celebrities are mixing formal and casual pieces at major red carpet events lately.

Chalamet’s premium boots are a great example of this evolving fashion landscape. The collaborative boots kept his look grounded while still feeling sophisticated and intentional.

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Timothy Chalamet Golden Globes

Timothee Chalamet rocked the exclusive Timberland x Chrome Hearts premium 6-inch boots in black with his all-black Golden Globes outfit creating luxury streetwear perfection. The boots feature that iconic black leather upper with Chrome Hearts’ signature gothic detailing and hardware throughout the design.

You can see the traditional lacing system running up the front with special Chrome Hearts metal eyelets and silver accents. The rugged lug sole maintains that classic Timberland workwear aesthetic while Chrome Hearts elevates it to luxury status.

gainst the red carpet these collaborative boots look bold and confident paired with his formal black suit and Cartier jewelry. The matte black finish keeps them sophisticated enough for the occasion while Chrome Hearts branding adds edge and exclusivity.

Chalamet styled them with black pants that sit right at the top showing off the premium construction and detailing. The overall effect is effortlessly cool mixing high fashion luxury with streetwear in a way only he could pull off!

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“Hot 97 is the station—it’s been the voice of NYC hip-hop and culture for decades,” Mero said in a press release obtained by Radio Insight. “I grew up listening to Hot 97, so to get the morning slot here isn’t just a job—it’s a responsibility to continue that legacy while bringing it into this next era of media. We’re gonna laugh, we’re gonna get into it, but it’s always gonna be real, and a real good time!”

Kudjo Sogadzi, EVP of Content & Growth at MediaCo, further added: “Hot 97 has always been about representing the culture of New York, and Mero is New York. He’s authentic, hilarious, fearless, and deeply connected to the community. Hot 97 Mornings with Mero is going to set the tone for the city every morning and create must-listen moments for our audience.”

MediaCo’s CEO, Albert Rodriguez, continued: “This is a new era for Hot 97, one that reflects both where the culture is and where it’s going. s the most listened-to station in hip-hop, we’re proud to announce The Kid Mero, Bronx-born comedian and cultural voice who’s captured a generation with his sharp wit and authenticity, as our new morning show host. With the continued growth of the Hot 97 brand alongside Hot TV, this is an integral moment for us to expand our reach and deepen our impact across platforms.”

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When Is The First Episode Of “Mornings With Mero”?

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Mero will host the first episode of Mornings With Mero on Tuesday, January 13. The show will air on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

As for Ebro in the Morning, it came to an abrupt end in December. Taking to social media after the news became public, Ebro Darden blamed the new ownership group at Hot 97. “Bro’s a casino owner. You know the three licenses they got in NY for the casino? The guy that owns the sh*t owns one of the casino licenses,” Darden said, as caught by Complex. “He gotta raise half a billion dollars. They need my sh*t talking, anti-Netanyahu, anti-government, progressive sh*t out of the way, bro. They need me out of the way.”

Since the cancellation, Darden, along with his co-hosts, Peter Rosenberg and Laura Stylez, have begun hosting The Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg Show on YouTube.

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