Fans waited until 11 PM, only to be told that Wayne was not going to perform. No explanation was given, and as you can imagine, the fans were upset. However, according to Billboard, Wayne has since apologized on his Instagram story. While he did not explain his absence, he did offer a rescheduled date, and instructions for fans with tickets.

“My Maine fans I’m so sorry,” Wayne said. “The show is being rescheduled to July 28. Please hold on to your tickets, they will be honored for the rescheduled date. More information will be emailed directly to ticket holders. I ain’t s–t without you. I can’t wait to come back and give you the show you deserve.”

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Lil Wayne Disappoints Fans

Despite the apology, many fans are still upset with how this all played out. After all, some attendees drove a long way to see the legendary MC in action.

“I came here for Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz and it was the most terrible experience. We drove over six hours to be here,” Rita Sack, a fan from Nova Scotia told WABI. “Never mind the money. It’s like, moments in life and that was going to be a moment. [My friend] left her six-month baby for the first time. Like, it’s people’s time. Just don’t waste people’s time. We paid for Lil Wayne. Like, the least you can do is come out for a minute, apologize, you know? Like, just take the moment and be like, hey guys, sorry, not feeling it, feeling a little sick.”

The next show of Wayne’s tour is tonight in Saratoga Springs, New York. Once again, 2 Chainz will be the opener.

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Ahead of the album, Future is looking to offer up his philosophy on a myriad of topics. For instance, in a recent Instagram story, the legendary artist spoke about love and marriage. He noted that marriage is a beautiful thing, especially when a man marries the right woman. Moreover, he spoke about what love means to him and how certain actions dictate how he truly feels about someone.

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Future Loves Love

“Every man that marries the right woman, they progress, when you marry & that sh*t ain’t for sure, you lose,” Future said. “If you see me out with a fcking girl, holding her hand, she like n*** I still love you, I love you when you holding another b*tch hand, it ain’t right that’s just unconditional love.”

There has always been this narrative that Future’s music is extremely toxic. Some have suggested that Future is “Taylor Swift for men” in that regard. However, if you read between the lines, you will hear someone who has had their heart broken quite a bit.

Future’s music has always contained multitudes, and we are excited to hear that on full display with The Real Me. Based on this recent IG story, it does feel as though love will be a significant theme on the new record.

2026 has already been a stacked year for hip-hop. Future is joining a year in which artists like Drake, J. Cole, A$AP Rocky, and Baby Keem have all released new albums.

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Throughout this tour, Rocky has made his fair share of headlines. More recently, his comments about having relations with the women in his crowd certainly rubbed fans the wrong way. Especially since Rihanna has been pulling up for a significant number of tour dates.

That said, the fans are still loving the performances, and during last night’s show in Vancouver, British Columbia, Rocky received a special gift. It was a sign that featured A$AP Rocky’s face, the American flag, and a message that was very clearly aimed at Drake.

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A$AP Rocky Plays Into The Beef

“This cutie smoked all 3 of your f*ckass albums,” the sign reads. The three albums in question would be ICEMAN, MAID OF HONOUR, and HABIBTI. It’s a nice sentiment, albeit one that will stir up some debates about who has truly had the better year.

Drake took some shots at Rocky and Rihanna on ICEMAN, so it is only fair that Rocky would engage in some on-stage antics. Their beef has been going on for a few years now, and with Drake gaining the upper hand thanks to album sales and commercial success, Rocky is refusing to stay defeated.

Rocky has every right to talk that talk these days. His tour has been a major success and is easily one of the must-see hip-hop tours of the entire year. It seems like every show is one big party, and that speaks to just how relevant Rocky still is to his fans.

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The artist hasn’t been slowing down when it comes to the ghostwriting allegations. In fact, recent comments about Pusha T are starting to make the rounds online. If you remember, Pusha T was implicated in ghostwriting allegations involving Quentin Miller. DJ Akademiks eventually weighed in, although there wasn’t much weight to the allegations, and the controversy was forgotten in a few days.

However, Oschino’s latest comments are putting the Pusha T ghostwriting allegations back in plain sight. In the clip below, the rapper alleges that Ab-Liva has been ghostwriting for Push for years. He also says that if you listen to Ab-Liva’s early work, Pusha T raps exactly like him.

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Oschino Alleges Pusha T Has A Ghostwriter

Ab-Liva was part of Major Figgas with Gillie and Wallo. Eventually, the artist joined the Re-Up Gang with Pusha T, No Malice, and Sandman. The MC can also be found on Clipse songs like “Cot Damn” off Lord Willin‘ and “Inglorious Bastards” off Let God Sort Em Out.

However, these associations don’t prove that Ab-Liva is a ghostwriter of any kind. He’s never claimed to be one, and for the most part, these accusations from Oschino are the first time fans are hearing about this.

Pusha T himself has not commented on the ghostwriting allegations. After all, responding to these kinds of things only helps to legitimize the claims. Either way, it remains clear that Oschino is looking to come after as many rappers as possible. It’s a media strategy that is clearly working.

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Tomorrow, fans will be blessed with xperiment, the new album from Ken Carson. Just a week later, Future will drop his new album, The Real Me. Fans cannot wait for Future’s next release, especially since it has been a while since we got Mixtape Pluto.

Rick Ross, Syd, Steve Lacy, Rich The Kid, and Rome Streetz are just some of the names also dropping albums this month. There will be lots of R&B throughout July, which is great news for those who need some love songs in their lives.

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July Is A Big Month For Hip-Hop

Hip-Hop Albums Coming Soon:

• Future — The Real Me
• Ken Carson — xperiment
• Ken Carson — CARTUNEZ
• Rick Ross — Set In Stone
• Rylo Rodriguez — S.K.A.T.E.
• NoCap — Heaven On Mars
• Rich The Kid — C’est La Vie
• Icewear Vezzo — Rich Off Pints 4
• Rome Streetz — Sock It 2 My Pocket
• Jacquees — Mood 2
• BBYKOBE — Pu**y Pink
• La Reezy — Skiddle Bandana
• Steve Lacy — Oh Yeah?
• The-Dream — Love Hate II
• Syd — Beard
• Tyla — A*POP
• Kelela — new avatar
• Davido — Oriadé

In any given month, you will find a plethora of big releases. That said, July appears to be a uniquely solid month for music. Of course, our most anticipated will be Future. However, artists like Rylo Rodriguez, No Cap, Jacquees, and Icewear Vezzo just might surprise us.

Let us know which album you are most excited to hear, in the comments section below.

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Release Date: July 2, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from Two Tone

Love when I go out of town for months and I come back richer
Richer
She like, “Babe, you smell like a mill, can you buy me a Richard?”
She wanna go Benny, wanna go Eric, wanna go see Eliante
Let’s go, then
Love when I go to New York for the week, I thought I was going to Brampton

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Release Date: June 26, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from Up The Score

Fifty bags ain’t nothin’ (Yeah), me and T-Lo swing doors, huh (Huh, huh)
I ain’t even touch her, but she ready to touch them toes, yeah (Toes, toes)
Fuckin’ with Baby Drank, fucked around and poured a four, yeah

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It marks the 30th anniversary of the 1996 film that starred 23XI co-owner Michael Jordan. The connection between the car’s number and the film’s main character makes the timing feel natural.

Wallace drives the No. 23 Toyota for 23XI Racing, the team Jordan co-founded in 2020. Jordan wore number 23 throughout his Bulls career, which the film also featured heavily.

Placing a Space Jam design on that exact car number adds another layer to the collaboration. A deep blue base with Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and the Space Jam logo covers the car’s body.

This isn’t the first time Jordan’s footprint has shown up on a 23XI paint scheme. In 2024, teammate Tyler Reddick ran a scheme referencing the original Air Jordan Nike poster at the Chicago street race.

Upper Deck is also releasing Space Jam trading cards, anniversary memorabilia, and a limited diecast of the car. A Space Jam watch party will also display the car in person. The collaboration runs across multiple product lines, not just the race weekend.

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“Space Jam” NASCAR Paint Scheme

Space Jam released in 1996 and featured Michael Jordan playing himself alongside animated Looney Tunes characters. The film became one of the most commercially successful sports movies of its era. Jordan’s involvement gave it a crossover appeal that extended well beyond basketball fans.

23XI Racing launched in 2020 with Jordan and Denny Hamlin as co-owners. The team now fields multiple Cup Series entries and has grown into one of NASCAR’s higher-profile organizations. Using Jordan’s film history as a branding tool fits naturally given how central he is to the team’s identity.

Upper Deck has been a long-standing partner of 23XI Racing before this collaboration. Their involvement adds a collectibles angle that extends the reach of the paint scheme beyond race day. A limited diecast model of the car is available through Lionel Racing.

Overall, these pieces give fans multiple ways to engage with the Space Jam anniversary outside of just watching the July 5 race.

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Release Date: July 2, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

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The back-and-forth picked up again after Akbar sent a series of messages to Cardi, telling her to “get in the booth” while questioning how much music she’s released recently. Considering their history, the posts were quickly viewed as another attempt to provoke the Bronx rapper rather than as simple commentary. It didn’t take long for Cardi to respond, launching into a heated livestream that made it clear the relationship between the two remains as tense as ever.

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Cardi Doesn’t Hold Back

“What the f*ck are you telling me to get in the booth? B*ch, get in the casket. Get in the ditch, b*tch,” Cardi is heard yelling. “Nobody give a f*ck about you! B*tch, I’m a f*cking rich ass b*tch. I’m up about $75 million. And you telling me go get in the f*cking booth. B*tch, get the f*ck outta here! Don’t tell me what the f*ck to do, b*tch! I’m a f*cking boss!”

Cardi’s expletive-ridden rant went on for quite some time, with more insults being hurled. It was clear that the “WAP” hitmaker had reached her limit. This beef doesn’t look like it will end anytime soon. Some also stated that Cardi shouldn’t respond because it only gives Akbar more shine.

Check out the drama and listen to Cardi go off below. Also, read through Akbar V’s response.

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