For those who may not be aware, Carti’s entourage allegedly got into a fight with LUCKI. LUCKI was stabbed during the altercation and could be seen bleeding from his face. It was a harrowing scene that has led to some strong reactions on social media.

Meanwhile, the LAPD is investigating the incident as an attempted murder. It just goes to show that this entire situation is being taken seriously by the authorities.

That said, DJ Akademiks found it curious that Ye would associate himself alongside Carti over the weekend. In fact, while streaming with Trap Lore Ross, Akademiks floated a theory as to why Ye would be so heavily featured.

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DJ Akademiks On Kanye West, Playboi Carti, And LUCKI

“Complex pushed for him to do something with Ye at the convention to change the narrative,” Akademiks alleged.

These are interesting comments coming from Akademiks, especially when you consider the fact that the commentator was also at ComplexCon over the weekend. He hosted a panel with French Montana and Adam22, which proved to be successful in its own right.

As for the alleged incident between Carti and LUCKI, Complex has since made a statement.

“The safety and security of our guests, talent, partners and staff is our highest priority. We are aware of an incident that occurred outside the ComplexCon event yesterday and our security team and the LAPD responded immediately. We take incidents of this nature extremely seriously and remain focused on maintaining a safe and secure environment for everyone attending ComplexCon.”

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“I was a little insensitive with my words,” the Bay Area rapper said in a video shared on Instagram. “I said that I didn’t condone what he did to Cassie but I would go to his party if he came home. And I really didn’t know the full extent of the case. I did not know that there were a lot of women who had claimed that they had been abused by Puff Daddy, and how it affected them. I do not condone abuse in any kind of way. Not emotional, not physical, not sexual, and I don’t support anybody that does it.”

The apology came after several people reached out to him with disappointment in his comments. Short Dog explained that he read more on the case afterward. He stated that he doesn’t support abuse or abusers, and expressed regret if his words hurt anybody.

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Too Short Apologizes

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“When I say I’m going to go to his party, I was talking about the parties that he throws for his friends, not any party where it’s f*cking baby oil or some g*ddamn sexual sh*t,” Too Short said. I’ve been to dozens of his parties and never once have I seen a naked person or a sexual act.” He added, “I hope that when my brother comes home that he has grown.”

The backlash arrived after a recent appearance on The TMZ Podcast where he stated that he would welcome Diddy back home after his incarceration. However, he also stated that he doesn’t condone the surveillance footage that showed Diddy assaulting Cassie. 

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Steven Victor caught the moment on camera. He asked Kanye how much it cost, and the answer came with a laugh. Kanye said 1.8, then joked that you shouldn’t have to ask.

He wasn’t alone and Bianca Censori and his daughter North West were with him as he walked the floor. Later, Kanye joined Playboi Carti on stage during Carti’s set.

The watch itself is a true showpiece. It’s the Royal Oak Double Balance Wheel Openworked. The 37 mm white gold case and bracelet are covered in baguette-cut diamonds. A see-through skeleton dial lets you see the movement inside.

Kanye picked it up for his 49th birthday back in June. Also at its wild price point, it’s a serious piece for any collection.

It’s also definitely classic Kanye. He’s never shied away from a flex, and ComplexCon is the perfect stage for it. Everyone else was focused on shoes and drops, and he showed up with a watch that could buy a few booths. Of course, the video went viral right away with his cheeky smile.

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Kanye’s Audemars Piguet Watch

A few weeks ago, a jeweler shared a set of custom grills made for him. Kanye West responded to the jeweler’s post by saying he didn’t know the person and didn’t order them. That set off a back and forth fans couldn’t ignore.

He’s been busy on the footwear side too. His Yeezy 800 High Tactical Boot got a first look on Instagram, and it’s still waiting on a release date.

Overall between the watch, the grills, and the new sneakers, Kanye clearly knows how to keep people talking. Showing off a diamond Audemars Piguet at a sneaker and streetwear convention feels like a natural next step. Finally whatever he does next, it’ll be hard for anyone to look away.

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The internet can be incredibly harsh when it comes to music they don’t like. Although Quavo has gotten some positive feedback on the album, it remains clear that the fans simply are not feeling it right now.

According to Kurrco, this apathy for the project has extended to the album’s first week sales. While Drake is showcasing some dominant numbers with just four songs on HABIBTI (FOMO), Quavo may not even make the top 10 on Billboard. At this time, QRÖMELIFE is projected to sell just 13K units in the first week.

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Quavo’s QRÖMELIFE Struggles On The Charts

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For an artist who was in Migos, there is no doubt that this is a disappointing showing. Quavo is supposed to be the leader of that group, and can’t seem to pull above 15K. One has to wonder if this is because of a lack of interest in hip-hop right now, or if the entire industry is going through a slump.

Next year, Quavo is supposed to drop two projects. One with Takeoff, and one with Migos as an entire collective. From there, we will also be getting a Takeoff solo album. Hopefully, those projects are able to generate more interest.

Interestingly enough, Offset is set to drop a new album on October 23. Offset’s solo career has been fun to watch, and the sales comparisons will be unavoidable.

Let us know what you thought of the Quavo album, in the comments below.

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The wholesome moment began earlier this year after Frazier was attacked by his family’s pit bulls, leading to injuries that required him to have both of his arms amputated. At the time, Frazier spoke to news reporters and told them his wish to have Kendrick attend his birthday party. While Dot couldn’t physically be present, he caught wind of the comments and FaceTimed Romell, inviting him out to Los Angeles.

Footage of the visit began circulating online with Kendrick spotted singing “Happy Birthday” to the child. Kendrick reportedly also gave Romell and his family VIP passes to Disneyland and Universal Studios. 

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Kendrick Lamar Meets Young Fan

In the FaceTime call, Kendrick praised Romell for his strength and provided some words of encouragement. “I’m glad you reached out. I’m glad I got to talk to you,” he told him. “You continue to be great; continue to keep that smile on your face, man. You got a beautiful life to live. You’re giving us a whole lot of inspiration with how strong you are.”

Kendrick also had kind words for Romell’s mother. It goes to show how great a parent you are and the household you got for him,” he added. “He had that smile on his face, and he’s just pushing, and he’s showing that strength.”

Josh Kendrick, an employee for Delta Airlines, shared a post after Romell’s visit to Los Angeles. “Thanks to @kendricklamar —for his kindness and generosity, and for being Romell’s favorite rapper—Romell and his entire family were flown out to Los Angeles for their very first visit,” he wrote. “Somehow, I was lucky enough to have them all as my special guests and spend a little time with this beautiful family. Again, thank you, Kendrick, for your loving heart and for making a difference in people’s lives.”

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Release Date: October 2, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from Proud Of You

Get rich or die trying, I’m just putting ya down
Sent your lil’ bruh to the prom in that Rolls, I see you
You the richest in the family tree, the family need you
Moving up in the food chain, you feel like George and Weezy

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Release Date: October 2, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from Buss Down (1 Thing)

Take this spot from me?
Doctor checked my vision, said, “It was all tunnel”
This shit like everyday, I get cake like funnel
Only when they playin’ board games, they lookin’ for trouble

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The LAPD is currently investigating this as an attempted murder. Meanwhile, Complex offered a statement in which they said they take the safety of their participants seriously.

Despite all of this, Carti was allowed to perform on Sunday night. In fact, he had a special guest in the building. That man was none other than Kanye West, who had made his way through the ComplexCon booths earlier in the day.

Below, you can find a few photos from the performance, as well as Carti’s full setlist.

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Playboi Carti At ComplexCon

Carti’s Setlist:

• Can’t Tell Me Nothing (with Ye)
• Carnival (with Ye)
• Off The Grid (with Ye)
• Stop Breathing
• POP OUT
• Punk Monk
• If Looks Could K*ll (with Destroy Lonely)
• Rock N Roll (with Ken Carson)
• Sky
• Rockstar Made
• SOUTH ATLANTA BABY
• DIFFERENT DAY
• K-POP
• R.I.P.
• Shoota
• Long Time
• FE!N
• Overly
• Location
• New N3on
• EVILJ0RDAN
• HBA
• OPM BABI
• LIKE WEEZY
• OLYMPIAN

This setlist contains some of Carti’s most iconic songs. There were plenty of tracks here from MUSIC, as well as songs from Whole Lotta Red and Die Lit. If you are a Carti fan, then this setlist is one that you will probably enjoy quite a bit.

As for the LUCKI situation, Carti himself has not said anything. Although, given the investigation that is ongoing, that is to be expected. Whatever the case may be, fans are still unsure of how to feel about all of this.

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While these allegations and charges are extremely serious, Rick Ross has not been taking them as such. Immediately after being released from jail last week, Ross spoke to the media and made the claim that he would be traveling overseas this weekend. Subsequently, he went viral after telling reporters that he would enjoy a bowl of rigatoni with “heavy marinara.”

This weekend, Rick Ross made good on that promise…sort of. In a new video posted to social media, Ross could be seen eating a bowl of penne with Alfredo sauce. Heavy on the cheese instead of the marinara.

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Rick Ross Skips The Rigatoni For Some Penne

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Clearly, Ross is having a good time in the aftermath of becoming a viral meme. However, one has to feel as though this is all in bad taste given the nature of the allegations.

Prior to his arrest, Ross was accused of physical abuse by his former girlfriend, Jazzma Kendrick. While her name was not attached to the charges, there has been speculation that she was the individual who called the police last Tuesday.

At this time, Ross has pleaded not guilty to the charges, and his awaiting his next court date in the case. This remains a developing story.

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The documents allege that Chris has shown a pattern of threatening her partners since their split, including her current one and another man she was in a relationship with two years ago. 

“He has made death threats against my most recent boyfriend, and continued threats to not only him, but also to his twin brother. I understand that he has also had third parties make threats,” Diamond claimed.

Diamond claimed the harassment stemming from his “anger and resentment” led to these relationships falling apart. Moreover, she admitted that she hasn’t taken any “action to date, but have asked his attorney, since March, through my attorney, to have Chris stop this behavior.” She also alleged that he got extremely angry with her in front of their daughter at the child’s birthday party.

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Chris Brown’s Custody Battle Over Lovely Symphani Brown

On top of the alleged harassment, she also pointed out their respective finances, claiming that he has a net worth of over $50M and makes between $5.5M and $7.3M a month while she pulls in roughly $1,500 a month as a social media influencer and aesthetician. The figure, she says, helps pay her rent but doesn’t account for other expenses including clothing, food and extracurricular activities.

In her filing, she claimed he didn’t provide for his daughter enough while accusing him of having “stalled all discovery attempts, and attempted to run Diamond out of money.” Her new proposal suggests child support payments of up to $45K a month to cover rent, food, childcare, and extracurricular activities for their daughter. She says her current expenses amount to $8,400 monthly.

“Chris denies this and in fact I continue to see your client posting things that are inappropriate. Please send me specifics to address so | can understand and assist if this is really happening,” Chris’s attorneys reportedly wrote in response to the harassment claims. 

Diamond is asking for primary custody of their daughter, which Chris opposed. He’s asking for joint custody.

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