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Charleston White Calls Jay-Z A “Has-Been,” Wants To Hear From Young MCs

Gabriel Bras Nevares — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 21:51:40 +0000

Jay-Z has been having one of his biggest years in a long time, although many folks seem to be tired of his moves and his lengthy stay in hip-hop discourse. One of these folks is Charleston White. He was recently at Adin Ross’ Brand Risk 15 event, where he had an awkward moment with Jaden Newman ahead of her brother’s match. While at the event, White spoke with an alleged Brand Risk interviewer who asked him for his thoughts on Hov. Unsurprisingly, he did not mince words, and the interviewer even seemed to agree with his assessment.

“Jay-Z? F**k Jay-Z! F**k you bringing Jay-Z up for?” Charleston exclaimed, as caught by DJ Akademiks on Instagram. “Jay-Z a has-been n***a. That’s a used-to-be n***a. Why you ain’t bring up Finesse2tymes, Lil Baby, NBA YoungBoy? Them is right now n***as. Don’t bring up no used-to-be n***a, man. F**k Jay-Z.”

It’s a random and innocuous moment, but it goes to show how people are looking for the Roc Nation debate these days. At the end of the day, it only contributes to more engagement.

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Ironically enough, while Charleston White was going on his rant, “Plot Twist” by Drake played in the background. Considering his feud with Jay-Z, maybe that spirit took over White and led him to pop off.

A lot of folks have been debating if a true-blue rap battle between the “Pound Cake” duo is in the cards. After all, they’ve been sending shots at each other pretty much all summer, and there are rumors of a new Hov album potentially coming soon.

We will just have to wait and see what happens. Both artists are so massive that they could use the whole “too big for beef” excuse and use social media instead to keep tensions high.

In any case, it seems like Charleston White and many others aren’t interested in what Jay has to say about anything these days. Of course, there’s a massive group of people on the complete opposite side. Only new music could centralize the debate, and we’re sure it would cause a commotion for both.

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Jaden & Julian Newman Allegedly Get Into Fight After Julian’s Boxing Win

Gabriel Bras Nevares — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 21:21:06 +0000

Jaden Newman’s explicit leaks earlier this month immediately propelled the Newman family into newfound viral infamy. She and her brother Julian were already basketball prodigies under their father Jamie’s tutelage, but this is another level of notoriety. All the attention may be causing internal rifts, though, as the two siblings allegedly got into a fight after Julian’s victorious boxing match.

For those unaware, Julian fought Thiirty at Adin Ross’ Brand Risk 15 event, winning by unanimous decision. After victory, he and his sister took the mic to blast haters clowning them over the leaks and show they are all supporting each other. Their father Jamie was there, too.

But now, some folks think there could be some drama brewing thanks to footage obtained by No Jumper on Instagram. In the video, Jaden shouted at Julian from a distance while he and a colleague made their way to an elevator. Jaden eventually caught up with them and tried to hit Julian over his colleague. Folks nearby separated the two and Jaden walked away with a colleague while Julian stayed in the elevator.

The footage itself isn’t very clear as far as what happened and whether or not Jaden was trying to hit Julian or the man he was with. Also, there’s no context about what the siblings could’ve been fighting about or confirmation about when this was recorded.

Julian & Jaden Newman Fight

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This speculation should be unsurprising given all the media buzz around Jaden and Julian Newman. Folks have been scrutinizing their dynamic and public statements, whether it’s just clowning the whole leak situation or theorizing on what the family is trying to do by engaging with haters.

Jamie Newman’s also caught heat for how he’s been acting and speaking since his daughter’s leaks. He made a bizarre comment about a threesome between Jaden, N3on, and Camryn LaVine. This and other comments continue to generate controversy, outrage, and disgust online.

But throughout all this scandal, it seemed like the Newman family was staying close and supportive. Maybe things have changed given this fight footage, but we’ll have to wait for them to confirm or deny.

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Kanye West Wants To Work With Mike Dean Again After Rumors Of A Rift

Gabriel Bras Nevares — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 20:45:07 +0000

Kanye West has put out a lot of new solo music and collaborations this year, of which die-hard fans will always want more. Concerning team-ups, though, there are many folks Ye fans wish would make up with their fave following confirmed or, in this case, speculated beefs. Mike Dean has been on that list for a while, and Kanye just gave another indication that he wants to work together again.

As caught by Bars on Instagram, he came across a tweet posted yesterday (Saturday, August 22) by user @Yeezus49. The user was quote-tweeting an old 2018 message from Ye: “creatives need each other.” In response, the user posted a picture of Kanye and Dean at the iconic 2016 The Life Of Pablo show in Madison Square Garden and wrote, “That’s why we need Ye and Mike Dean back together, the perfect duo” (translated from Portuguese).

Ye reposted this message, so maybe there is a new collaboration between them on the way or they have been working together. Alternatively, this could be a message for Mike, and we’ll only find out if they explicitly confirm anything.

Mike Dean Denies Kanye West Beef

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Mike Dean already denied having beef with Kanye West back in October of last year. “We’re cool,” he told Rolling Stone. “We’re just not working. There’s no intense beef or anything. If we saw each other, we’d probably hug and say hello and then keep moving. Yeah, there’ll be a time when we probably get back together. Who knows when? That’s a heavy question.”

For those unaware, Mike Dean’s Kanye West beef rumors stem from his criticisms of Ye’s bigoted statements and controversies surrounding antisemitism, Nazism, George Floyd, and more around 2022. However, those social media messages weren’t super explicit either. Still, it seems like distance is the main factor here, not any direct confrontation or conflict.

Whether or not this duo returns to the studio together is a mystery. But with BULLY and other Ye releases and moves this year, it’s not out of the question. Maybe he will have to be more proactive in righting his wrongs if he wants Mike Dean’s comeback.

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QC’s Pierre “P” Thomas’ Mother Claims Someone Is To Blame For Heart Attack

Gabriel Bras Nevares — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 20:20:25 +0000

Quality Control is asking fans for prayers and privacy after its cofounder and CEO Pierre “P” Thomas suffered a heart attack. However, this situation has led to some confusion online, with false death reports running rampant before the QC label and others clarified this. Another alleged source who confirmed P is alive is a woman claiming to be his mother, who also alleged someone is to blame for her son’s condition.

No Jumper caught the video from P’s mother on Instagram. In it, she addressed fans spreading false death rumors.

“Let me straighten y’all all out,” the mother of the music executive remarked. “First of all, my son is not dead. No matter what my son has done to me, no matter what he’s done to you, he’s still my child. Somebody did this to him, and I know it because there’s neurologically no reason [for the heart attack]. Pierre is alive. Is he well? No. But don’t count nobody out… We reap what we sow in this life… I can’t just walk away from my child like that and he’s incapacitated. But cut the lie… My son is not dead. I don’t know who gave TMZ that story, but cut the lie. He’s healing. He’s recovering. And I’m here. He rising up like Lazarus.”

Pierre “P” Thomas Hospitalized

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Quality Control provided a statement to TMZ after news of the heart attack and hospitalization broke, indicating P is “alive and currently receiving medical care.” They also asked for “everyone [to] keep P and his family in their thoughts and prayers and respectfully give them the privacy and space they need during this time… We deeply appreciate everyone’s concern, support, prayers, and loving energy right now.”

No other details about this situation are available at press time. We will see if any other confirmations or statements emerge.

In recent years, Quality Control’s Pierre “P” Thomas has been in controversy, mostly due to back-and-forth snitching allegations between him and Young Thug. This was amid Thugger’s leaked jail calls scandal, which divided much of Atlanta hip-hop in the public eye. Now, though, all corners of hip-hop are praying for his full recovery.

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Rick Ross Taunts 50 Cent For Refusing To Drop More Music, Mentions 50’s Mom

Gabriel Bras Nevares — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 19:51:04 +0000

Rick Ross has been beefing with 50 Cent for years and years, a battle that just won’t let up. Most recently, they’ve been clashing over album sales and releases, the relaunch of G-Unit’s Reebok G6 sneakers, and a few other narratives here and there. 50 Cent already trolled Rick Ross with his success, and the Maybach Music Group mogul is still trying to get a point on the board in this specific flare-up.

As caught by DJ Akademiks on Instagram, Ross took to his IG Story to respond to 50 Cent saying he won’t drop more albums. He had told Ebro that hip-hop is connected to youth culture, and that no one should be trying to be the hottest in the game when they’re older.

“I saw Curtis Jackson get on and say he ain’t doing no more music, and it makes sense for the music he makes,” Rozay remarked. “He could run… Whatever, whatever. But Bun B just hit the stage. The South won’t let Bun B stop rapping. If Pimp C was alive, we wouldn’t let Pimp C stop rapping. They can put out albums ’til they 85. That’s how it go when the streets love you, when the culture need you, and you bring something that can’t be duplicated. F**k what your age is.”

Rick Ross Clowns 50 Cent’s G-Unit Sneakers

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Then, Rick Ross clowned 50 Cent’s G-Unit Reeboks again, claiming they didn’t really sell out. “The top three sneaker n***as in the game told me they don’t have no G-Unit sneakers,” he alleged. “So for y’all to say they sold out in three hours… Reebok ain’t even capping with y’all n***as. Stop capping. Poor-a** n***as be lying. Y’all n***as be capping. Curtis, your a** filed for $100 million bankruptcy and you never bounced back. Jay-Z did that 25 years ago with you. And now Jay-Z run Puma… You repeating the same thing over 25 years ago. I’m disappointed in you, Curtis. Your mama turning over in her grave, damn.”

Ross’ mention of 50 Cent’s mother Sabrina Jackson may be incendiary. After all, she became part of 50’s beef with T.I. and his family, and they exchanged some foul insults.

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Fully Loaded – Song by D-Block Europe & French Montana

Gabriel Bras Nevares — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 19:06:45 +0000

London and New York City are clashing on D-Block Europe and French Montana’s new single “Fully Loaded,” following up on their collaborative history. French, Young Adz, and Dirtbike LB trade verses quite quickly over a glistening trap instrumental, and their vocal deliveries contrast well between booming proclamations and sleazier approaches. While it doesn’t reinvent either artist’s wheel, they share some solid chemistry and make the most out of a short two-minute cut. It could’ve used more fleshed-out verses, but the energy is still there. Considering how these artists have crossed over before, we wouldn’t be surprised if we get more team-ups soon.

Release Date: August 20, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from Fully Loaded

As-salamu alaykum, can’t cross me,
Shout to Monster, $10 million wired for endorsements,
Back blocks, corner store, dope boy office,
Sniper like a goat, got a donkey and them horses

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Change Your Mind – Song by Lancey Foux

Gabriel Bras Nevares — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 18:51:26 +0000

Lancey Foux is about to drop his new album The Time Of Our Lives, which is shaping up to be an enveloping and evocative listen. That’s thanks to singles like the new song “Change Your Mind,” which pulls away from some of the more explosive material you may have heard from the London artist. There aren’t any drums on here, and Lancey’s vocal melodies and tones are most of what drive the track forward. Some guitar, spacey synths, and brooding bass help fill out the atmosphere as well. It feels like a moment of out-of-body reprieve in the middle of a party, which seems to be what this LP will embody.

Release Date: August 21, 2026

Genre: Alternative

Album: The Time Of Our Lives (due August 28)

Quotable Lyrics from Change Your Mind

You can’t take your eyes off me,
I bet I make you want to ride on me,
I bet I make you want to try for me,
Even though I know you’re lying to me

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Butterflies – Song by Mac Miller

Gabriel Bras Nevares — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 18:41:47 +0000

The late Mac Miller’s music continues to resonate with fans around the world, and they will get to celebrate his legacy in a big way soon. His estate is dropping an expanded tenth anniversary edition of his 2016 album The Divine Feminine on October 2, and they dropped the “Butterflies” single for it earlier this week. With bass from Thundercat, Mac sings about love and nervousness with a lot of flair and charisma, and it’s a lush and gorgeous instrumental. This tenth anniversary version will feature two more previously unreleased tracks, and fans can’t wait to dive into the project.

Release Date: August 21, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop / Soul

Album: The Divine Feminine (10th Anniversary) [due October 2]

Quotable Lyrics from Butterflies

Beauty queen, beauty queen, straight out of a movie scene,
Touchin’gon your body, I can feel you in a lucid dream,
This my imagination, ooh, you keep me fascinated,
You are a forbidden fruit, I be apple tasting

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Official Photos Surface for the FC Barcelona x Nike Kobe 3 Low Protro

Ben Atkinson — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:45:34 +0000

Official images have dropped for the FC Barcelona x Nike Kobe 3 Low Protro. The pair is set to release September 4th for $200, continuing Nike’s ongoing collaboration with the Spanish club.

Purple covers almost the entire shoe, running across the upper, laces, cage, midsole, and translucent outsole. That color matches Barcelona’s 2026-27 away kit, tying the design directly to the club’s current look. Black shows through underneath the side panels and around the collar, adding some depth to the build.

Gold handles the branding throughout. Kobe’s logo sits on one tongue, while the FC Barcelona crest sits on the other. That same gold finish carries over to the heel Swooshes, keeping the accents consistent across the shoe.

The shoe also blends classic Kobe design cues with newer performance upgrades. It keeps the mesh overlay pattern from the original Kobe 3, paired with modern Protro cushioning below. That mix gives it the same sculpted look collectors know, built for both on-court play and everyday wear.

Also FC Barcelona and Nike are bringing the same purple and gold theme to a Kobe Dunk Low Protro. That gives the 2026 collection 2 different shoes built around a similar color style.

FC Barcelona x Nike Kobe 3 Low Protro

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Nike and FC Barcelona first linked the Kobe brand with the club back in 2025. That original collection included the Kobe 4 Protro, an Air Force 1 Protro, a post-match slide, and matching apparel.

The partnership grew out of Kobe’s genuine connection to the sport and the club specifically. He was a longtime Barca supporter, often praising their style of play and team-first approach to
the game.

For 2026, that relationship expands into the Kobe 3 Low Protro. The purple and gold combination has become familiar territory by now, fitting a theme that’s followed Kobe’s sneakers for years.

With two more releases planned this fall, Nike shows no signs of slowing down on this collaboration. It’s quickly becoming one of the more consistent team-branded Kobe lines still running today.

Image via Nike

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Dr. Dre Gets Torn Apart For Using & Defending AI In Music

Gabriel Bras Nevares — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:29:25 +0000

Dr. Dre is one of the greatest producers in hip-hop history, but that reputation has never saved him from backlash. Fans expressed outrage after he and Jimmy Iovine defended the prevalence of AI technology in music in a new interview with The New York Times.

When asked if they see artificial intelligence in music as a threat, Iovine said he sees no downside. The Interscope cofounder spoke on music potentially being “crappy,” but said that’s the reality right now and posited “gifted” creatives will make better material with AI. However, he did argue part of the reason for the backlash against AI is because tech companies have horrible public relations practices.

Then, Dre chimed in. “I don’t see [AI in music] as a threat,” he expressed, adding that “the only people that see it as a threat are the people who have trouble creating.”

Dr. Dre On AI Music

Dr. Dre CONFIRMS he’s using AI to make music

“I think the only people that see it as a threat are the people who have trouble creating.”

“It’s a new tool for creativity. Some people are afraid of learning new things.” pic.twitter.com/j4mh5iyKNE
— NFR Podcast (@nfr_podcast) August 23, 2026

“I had a discussion with a few people a few days ago,” the producer continued. “They were against AI and I’m like, ‘Okay, you sound like the person that would have been against the drum machine when it came out.’ Or synthesizers, right? It’s a new tool for creativity. Some people are afraid of learning new things. I’m embracing it. I can’t wait to see what’s going to happen with this.”

Dr. Dre confirmed he’s using AI “as a tool to see what it would do with what I just did.” Also, he agreed with Jimmy Iovine’s claim that a lot of folks are “closet AI producers” who don’t want to admit to using it.

Controversies surrounding AI in music have been very prevalent this year. Fenix Flexin caught a lot of heat for “RUBBERZ,” whereas Tyga has been unabashed about his use of AI on his $TARFACE album. In both cases, fans did not respond very sympathetically.

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Of course, Dr. Dre’s billionaire status means he will always embrace new technologies, business models, and practices that are driving entrepreneurs and corporations. But as a respected hip-hop pillar, many fans are disappointed in this AI embrace, although others were more graceful. We’ll see if Dre changes his tune someday or doubles down.

Not THE DOC. NIGGA YOU MADE CHRONIC, PRODUCED ON DOGGY STYLE AND ALL EYEZ ON ME!!!

All jokes aside if hear AI vocals on Dr Dre beats I’m bout to cry myself to sleep. https://t.co/NqaEm1gANe pic.twitter.com/dXbKURnE3Y
— Scru (@scrufacejean) August 23, 2026

Tyga using AI was easy to ignore….

When a literal production legend like Dr. Dre starts advocating for AI music, you know we're cooked.

Sad times for the culture https://t.co/inQtqifnDW
— Drizzled_T (@mis__educated) August 23, 2026

Damn are we gonna come after Dre now. That’s Dr. Dre lol https://t.co/0JJyCATz6d
— Eric Diep (@E_Diep) August 23, 2026

Yesterday, Dr Dre was a legend and revered. Today, after revealing he uses AI and views it as a new tool for creativity when making music, he is now an "old head" and anyone that listens to him is the problem. Crazy work. https://t.co/iAesjOCQ5L
— Jacques Slade (@kustoo) August 23, 2026

No way this is Dr. Dre the artist speaking. This gotta be Dr. Dre the corporation. This is looking like an all time sell out move. https://t.co/H3o5mJlc5B
— StanademiksTV (@stanademikstv) August 23, 2026

…why is it that the people promoting AI have to disparage people who don’t want to use it? It’s giving “I am paid to say this” or “this statement will benefit me financially” it does not sit right with me.
— ShockedNAppalled (@hashtaghomey) August 23, 2026

I want to give Dr. Dre a pass because he’s probably just a bored billionaire playing around with a new toy. It’s not like we’re getting Detox anytime soon anyway https://t.co/O4Gvc2f3P4
— Hell1s (@Hell1s) August 23, 2026

Hip-hop should've left Dr Dre when we all found out he's a woman beater. Maybe him being pro-AI will end him
— Handsome and Autistic (@CoolWhip3343) August 23, 2026

Dr Dre valide l’IA pour faire de la musique…. Voyons voir si vous gardez la même énergie qu’avec Tyga et Le Motif https://t.co/2RyHW0juz4
— Specta aka Le Préfet aka La Culture (@spectafb) August 23, 2026

This makes sense when you realize that Dr Dre has been on a Celtics Shaq level for 15 years when it comes to producing beats

Yes he’s an all time GIAT producer but when was the last time you hear a Dre beat that made you go crazy? https://t.co/kzg0nUEbfr
— Nicholas (@NicholasJLevi) August 23, 2026

But we not gonna act like Dr Dre legacy isn’t what it is because he uses AI now…
— PRINCE ANGELUS (@PRINCE_ANGELUS_) August 23, 2026

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