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YG Detained As Authorities Execute Drakeo The Ruler-Related Search Warrant

Alexander Cole — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:17:18 +0000

YG had a run-in with the California Highway Patrol and a SWAT team in Burbank, California this morning. According to TMZ, the artist was detained, but eventually let go as a search warrant was executed on a property linked to him.

As the report indicates, the warrant was related to the 2021 stabbing death of West Coast rapper Drakeo The Ruler. YG has been linked to the incident in the past, although he has denied all involvement. At this time, it is unclear what authorities were hoping to find while executing the warrant. It is also unclear if they did, in fact, find anything.

CHP went on to make a statement to TMZ, confirming that this was not an arrest. Instead, YG was simply detained while the search was taking place. He was ultimately let go.

Cops Search Property Owned By YG

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Tonight is a big night for YG. He is going to be taking part in the latest Verzuz battle. This time around, he is going up against The Game in what should be a massive West Coast showdown. There have been some big-time debates about who will win tonight, although for now, it feels like one big toss-up.

On one hand, you have The Game’s artistry, which puts him above YG, especially when you look at a complete body of work. However, as we all know, Verzuz is about the records. The records that elicit big reactions from the crowd. There is a very realistic scenario in which YG wins purely off of his club bangers.

As for this recent run-in with the law, it is still a developing story that we will keep you updated on.

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Quando Rondo FaceTimes Adrien Broner In Rare Appearance Since Prison Release

Aron A. — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:37:54 +0000

The 2020s haven’t necessarily been great for Quando Rondo. Despite being the most visible member of NBA Youngboy’s label, and having an incredibly tight-knit relationship with him, Rondo’s proximity to the streets only created more headaches with him. Feuds with OTF exacerbated the issues, while his run-ins with the law have only created more headaches.

However, after serving time for federal drug charges, the rapper is apparently back home. And it seems like the first thing he did was link up with boxer-turned-streamer Adrien Broner. During one of AB’s recent streams, he revealed that he was on a FaceTime call with Quando Rondo.

“We out this b*tch, gang,” he said while holding up his phone with Quando Rondo on the other side. “He out, n***a. Yeah, n***a. W’s in the chat.”

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Reports that Quando Rondo was released emerged in early June, though he has remained rather lowkey since then. However, he hasn’t left fans empty-handed. Just a few weeks later, he came through with his latest album, 16 Months. It serves as the follow-up to Until I Return, which dropped just a few weeks before his release.

Quando Rondo Released From Prison

Now that he’s home, we could assume that he’ll probably be coming through with more music and probably make an appearance on a stream or two once he has the opportunity. After all, he was getting familiar with the gaming community online while he was on house arrest. Hopefully, we can see him bring his music and streaming talents together and remain out of trouble in the future.

Quando Rondo was sentenced to 33 months in prison in 2024 for federal drug conspiracy charges.

We’ll keep you posted on any further updates surrounding Quando Rondo. Sound off in the comments with your favorite Quando Rondo song.

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Believe It Or Not – Song by MARCO PLUS & Tony Shhnow

Alexander Cole — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:30:34 +0000

MARCO PLUS and Tony Shhnow are two artists who give it their all with every single verse. That was certainly on display with their latest collaboration, “Believe It Or Not.” What becomes immediately apparent with this song is the wavy production. It is immediately captivating, and it gives MARCO PLUS and Tony Shhnow the perfect canvas with which to work. Both artists deliver catchy flows and solid wordplay, making this a track in which both play off one another with relative ease. It’s a dope track, and one that you should listen to today.

Release Date: July 22, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

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Adam22 & Lena The Plug’s Fake Divorce Is Getting A Lot Weirder

Alexander Cole — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:01:59 +0000

Back in June, it was reported that Adam22 and Lena The Plug were getting a divorce. In the court documents, Lena had accused Adam of only giving her $3K per month. Furthermore, she was seeking full custody of their five-year-old child.

However, this all turned out to be a sham. While Adam played into the situation on social media, Lena eventually told TMZ that the divorce filing wasn’t real. She accused a potential stalker of filing the papers. It was a bizarre situation, and it is only getting weirder.

According to TMZ, Adam22 was served with official divorce papers back on July 15. However, once again, these were not actually served by Lena The Plug. Instead, it is the same person who filed the initial divorce about a month ago.

Adam22 Served Divorce Papers

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Adam22 has reportedly contacted the police, as well as the FBI. After all, this is a very disturbing situation. It is a case of mistaken or stolen identity. Unfortunately, for Adam and Lena, no one has contacted the couple to get this sorted out. As it stands, they are being forced to deal with this situation, which has very clearly gotten out of hand.

One has to wonder what the goal is here. After all, filing fake divorce papers is a crime that could lead to jail time. The person who is doing this has done a fine job of keeping themselves concealed this entire time.

This remains a developing situation, so stay tuned to HNHH for updates.

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Hip-Hop Albums & Songs Dropping Tonight, July 24, 2026

Alexander Cole — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:23:13 +0000

Every single Friday, you can be sure that there will be a plethora of hip-hop albums and songs dropping. Last week, we got a new album from Rick Ross. Furthermore, we got some solid singles to fill up your playlists.

This week, there are a few more big releases on the horizon. For instance, MoneyBagg Yo is going to be coming through with a new single. As for albums, Tyla is dropping, as is Rico Nasty and Loe Shimmy. Perhaps the biggest album is coming from the pop world as Charli XCX is about to drop.

On the hip-hop side of things, there are quite a few underground artists releasing music as well, which is always great to see. Sure, it’s the most stacked weekend, but there is still quite a bit here to behold.

Who’s Dropping Tonight?

WHO'S GETTING THE FIRST LISTEN TONIGHT?

Moneybagg Yo — I See Why

Charli xcx — Music, Fashion, Film

Lancey Foux — Rockstar Rider

Tyla — A*POP

bbno$ — burger

WILLOW — The Thread

Trim, Monaleo & G Herbo — Nobody (Remix)

Rico Nasty — RX

HUGEL &… pic.twitter.com/4eJhLNjJVH
— Kurrco (@Kurrco) July 23, 2026

Albums & Songs Coming Tonight:

Moneybagg Yo — I See Why
Charli xcx — Music, Fashion, Film
Lancey Foux — Rockstar Rider
Tyla — A*POP
bbno$ — burger
WILLOW — The Thread
Trim, Monaleo & G Herbo — Nobody (Remix)
Rico Nasty — RX
HUGEL & Quavo — Where She Come From
Cypress Hill — Dios Bendiga
Flo Milli — Hot As A Bic
BabyDrill — Stay Dangerous
Vory & Rich The Kid — SIAMESE
midwxst — SOLITUDE IN SILENCE
FattMack — All Love, Life Goes On
Real Boston Richey — S.O.S.
Raq baby — Drake & Josh (out now)
Loe Shimmy — Pretty Girlz Run The World
Bally Baby — FTW
zayALLCAPS — My Uncle Told Me Some Real Ass Sh*t on the Phone Yesterday
hollowtiphero — Bossup
Raq baby — Still Spillin (Bonus) (out now)
Ealuhri — F*CK IT
matt proxy & never goodbye — WEIRD/33
DDG – Calling My Phone

Let us know which project you will be listening to first in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for all of the latest releases from the world of hip-hop.

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Charleston White Disses J Prince & His Son, Vows To Take Down Mob Ties

Alexander Cole — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:04:07 +0000

Charleston White is a controversial figure who is always saying controversial things. Earlier this week, he found himself in a life-or-death situation. He alleged he was shot at during an event in Houston. He even posted footage of the alleged shooting on social media.

In the aftermath of all of this, Charleston White made it clear that he believes Mob Ties is behind the situation. He blamed J Prince Jr, as well as his father, for putting an alleged hit on him. From there, he claimed that he would be going to the FBI to provide information on their alleged misdeeds.

On Wednesday night, Charleston White had a conversation with DJ Akademiks, where he continued his crusade against the Prince family. It was here that he made sure to diss J Prince Jr, claiming that he has no interest in talking to someone with no power. Instead, he only wants to deal with J Prince.

Charleston White Talks To Akademiks

Charleston White tells Akademiks that he’d love to be the first guy to take down Mob Ties and says he’s beefing with J. Prince, not J. Prince Jr., whom he views as inferior.

Charleston reveals that J. Prince tried to pay him $500K last year for his documentary, but the condition… pic.twitter.com/PHoTIHot3v
— Akademiks TV (@AkademiksTV) July 23, 2026

Charleston White went on to allege that J Prince attempted to buy his documentary from him for $500,000. However, there was one very important stipulation in the deal. White had to apologize to J Prince publicly for all of the things he had said about him over the years. Needless to say, White declined.

When White finds someone he dislikes, he continues to make that dislike known for years. It is a strategy that has worked for the likes of 50 Cent. At the end of the day, White is a troll. A social media character who elicits controversy to gain more viewers. This is simply part of that strategy.

Whether or not this strategy is sustainable for him over the long term, still very much remains to be seen.

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D4vd Allegedly Put A Dozen Air Fresheners In Tesla To Mask The Smell Of Celeste Rivas’ Body

Alexander Cole — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:35:54 +0000

D4vd is currently going through a preliminary hearing to determine whether or not he will stand trial for the alleged murder of Celeste Rivas. He is currently charged with murder, continuous sexual abuse of a minor, and mutilation of a body.

The allegations concerning this case are incredibly disturbing. Rivas’ body was found in D4vd’s Tesla. It has been decomposing for quite some time, which made it difficult for coroners to conduct an autopsy. Since that time, the prosecution has been building its case, and this week, they have presented their alleged evidence.

On Wednesday, some extremely disturbing details were presented to the public. For instance, it was stated that D4vd allegedly placed 12 air fresheners in his vehicle. These were found after the discovery of Rivas’ body, according to ABC. It is said that this was done to mask the smell of the body.

D4vd Allegations Presented In Court

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It is an act straight out of the movie Se7en. Overall, this is a highly disturbing allegation, and that’s not all. It was also alleged that D4vd used a chainsaw on Rivas’ body following the murder. Rivas’ parents were reportedly upset upon finding out this information. They were in shock when photos of her body were shown to the court.

This remains the most high-profile case in the music industry right now. It has sparked major public interest, even from those who are unaware of who D4vd is or was.

Ultimately, a young girl has died, and that is truly tragic. Soon, the judge will be offering a recommendation on whether or not this goes to trial. Until then, stay tuned to HNHH for updates.

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Still Dangerous – Album by BabyDrill

Alexander Cole — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:11:37 +0000

BabyDrill has been earning some attention as of late thanks to his energetic tracks that always come with some equally entertaining production tropes. On Wednesday, he delivered his latest album, Still Dangerous. Over 15 tracks, BabyDrill keeps up the energy, which lends itself well to a truly blistering listen. There are also some big features on here from the likes of Lil Yachty, Hunxho, VonOff1700, Fatt Smaxk, and even Chuckyy. BabyDrill has potential, and that is certainly on display with this new album.

Release Date: July 22, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Tracklist for Still Dangerous

BULLY
SMUSH EM
STEPPERS ANTHEM
ALL KNOCKED OFF
I SEE RED feat Fatt Smaxk
ION KNOW YALL feat Lil Yachty
WHERES DRILL
LORD FORGIVE ME
JUST A RAPPER feat Hunxho
UHH
BINARY TRIGGER feat VonOff1700
VENDETTA feat Chuckyy
NHM
UNDEFEATED
STILL BREATHING

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Reach Out – Song by Victoria Monet

Alexander Cole — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:41:54 +0000

Victoria Monet is one of the best R&B artists in the world right now, and the accolades back it up. It’s time for a new album, and as it turns out, it was announced that she would be releasing Frequency Of Love on October 2nd. No album announcement is complete without some sort of single. Well, Monet came through for her supporters with “Reach Out.” Of course, this is another catchy single from the singer. The track also comes with an impressive visual. Ultimately, the prospect of a new Victoria Monet album should leave R&B enthusiasts with a sense of excitement.

Release Date: July 22, 2026

Genre: R&B

Album: Frequency Of Love

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Jumpupw!nya – Song by Chad Hugo featuring Tierra Whack & Leikeli47

Alexander Cole — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:32:31 +0000

Chad Hugo’s legacy has been cemented thanks to all of the great work he did with N.E.R.D. as well as the Neptunes. In recent years, there has been some debate about whether or not Hugo or Pharrell was the true mastermind behind the hits. Well, on Thursday, Chad Hugo dropped off his first-ever record as a solo artist. The track is called “Jumpupw!nya” and it features Tierra Whack and Leikeli47. Overall, the song is a whole lot of fun. Tierra Whack and Leikeli47 drop energetic performances, while Chad Hugo’s production carries the song forward. It’s a phenomenal return to form, and one that long-time fans will appreciate.

Release Date: July 22, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

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