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28 Aug 2024

Benny The Butcher & Harry Fraud “Kitchen Table,” Dave East & Icewear Vezzo “Extra Raccs” & More | Daily Visuals 8.28.24

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For the past few weeks it feels like we’ve gotten some kind of new work from Benny The Butcher as he’s been cooking up all kinds of cuts both by himself and with his Black Soprano Family and even with Summer coming to a close, the Buffalo bully keeps his streak hot with a new offering with one of the today’s most prolific producers.

Linking up with Harry Fraud for his new black-and-white clip to “Kitchen Table,” Benny shows just what use he has for, well, a kitchen table and best believe it ain’t for lunch or dinner. Yes, it’s used to lay out something he cooked on the stove and cuts up into small portions, but it isn’t a recipe that you’ll see on the Cooking Channel anytime soon. Maybe on Martha Stewart’s show now that she’s been to prison. Just sayin.’

Back in the bodega in Harlem, Dave East and Icewear Vezzo make the most of their security camera and for their visuals to “Extra Raccs,” the two men turn up in the corner store while waiting on some chopped cheese sandwiches before hitting the streets with their crews in tow.

Check out the rest of today’s drops including work from Lil Poppa featuring Dej Loaf, DDG, and more.

BENNY THE BUTCHER & HARRY FRAUD – “KITCHEN TABLE”

DAVE EAST & ICEWEAR VEZZO – “EXTRA RACCS”

LIL POPPA FT. DEJ LOAF – “GEEL THE SAME WHEN YOU’RE SOBER”

DDG – “TRICKIN’”

SMOKE DZA – “ZAZA”

SKODI – “OUTTA POCKET”

LIL PETE – “THANKFUL”

NAILAH BLACKMAN – “TOO BAD”

28 Aug 2024

NCT’s Taeil Has Left the Group After a Sex Crime Accusation | Billboard News

Taeil from NCT has left the group after an accusation of an unspecified sex crime, label SM Entertainment said. Keep watching for the full story.

Tetris Kelly:
Taeil is leaving K-pop group NCT after being accused of an unspecified sexual crime. His exit has been confirmed by his label, SM, and we’re breaking down the shocking news.

NCT 127:
As you know, for obvious reasons, we’re not all together with nine members.

Tetris Kelly:
NCT 127 was just in our studio without Taeil, speaking on operating with fewer members and we learned today of a massive shakeup in the group’s lineup. SM Entertainment issued a statement saying that the NCT member will depart from the boy band after learning he has been “accused in a criminal case related to a sexual crime.” Adding, “We recognized the seriousness of the issue, and we have decided that Taeil could no longer continue team activities. We have discussed this matter with Tael and it has been decided he will leave the group.” The label added that he is fully cooperating with the police investigation.

Our interview came almost exactly a year after 30-year-old Taeil sustained injuries in a motorcycle accident that required him to have surgery and take a hiatus. Last October, SM Entertainment released an update saying that the performer still needed “sufficient treatment and stability” after the procedure. Taeil debuted as a member of NCT, having been active with the group since their pre-debut training team in 2015. We will keep you posted on any developments in the story. 

28 Aug 2024

Drake Releases Old Video of Potential Kendrick Feature on ‘100 Gigs’ | Billboard News

Drake uploaded a new video to ‘100 Gigs’ featuring him, OVO 40 and OVO Hush discussing a potential Kendrick Lamar collaboration from over 10 years ago. Stay tuned for more details.

Tetris Kelly:

Drake added another video to his 100 Gigs website, showing himself, OVO 40 and OVO Hush vibing to a beat, talking about a potential feature. 

Drake:

For him, where he’s at, I know he’s going to murder that sh–.

Tetris Kelly:

Turns out that beat was meant for Drake and his now biggest rival. 

OVO 40:

When he told me Kendrick, it made so much sense. Ugh, brilliant. So good.

Tetris Kelly:

The beat was made around the time Drake was recording his third solo album, ‘Nothing Was the Same.’ The album dropped in September 2013, without the Kendrick feature. Just one month after, Big Sean and Kendrick released “Control.” At the time, when Billboard asked Drake about the diss, he said, “I know good and well that he‘s not murdering me, at all, in any platform.” Fast-forward a decade and Kendrick and Drake’s feud got so heated, Lamar dropped not one, but two Hot 100 No. 1 diss tracks aimed at the Toronto rapper. Maybe once the dust settles we’ll get a new collab, since that beat from 2012 ended up with another rapper. 

28 Aug 2024

Travis Kelce Makes Major Taylor-Themed Purchase & Adam Sandler Gushes Over Couple | Billboard News

Travis Kelce makes a major Taylor Swift-themed purchase and he breaks a sweat as Adam Sandler gushes over the couple. Keep watching to catch up on the latest Tayvis tea!

Adam Schefter:

How do you know that Travis Kelce didn’t buy an engagement ring? 

Laura Rutledge:

I don’t know. Do you know? Are you going to break some big news here?

Tetris Kelly:

Engagement rumors are in the air thanks to ESPN as Travis Kelce makes a major investment and calls Taylor the…

Travis Kelce:

Best performer out here. 

Tetris Kelly:

Jason and Travis had Adam Sandler on their New Heights Podcast and his family may just be the biggest Tayvis supporters. 

Adam Sandler:

When you first started dating, my family was like “yes! Look how good they are together! He’s a gentleman and she’s having so much fun with him.”

Tetris Kelly:

And he couldn’t stop gushing about the couple. 

Adam Sandler:

Any time Taylor’s laughing with you my whole family is high fiving. 

Travis Kelce:

So good. You got me sweating over here.

Tetris Kelly:

But it’s not just Adam that’s turning up the heat on Taylor and Travis.

Booger McFarland:

What about this engagement ring Schefty? Talk to me about this engagement ring. 

Laura Rutledge:

Come on. Bring news for the Swifties.

Tetris Kelly:

DUring ESPN’s NFL Live, Ada, Shefter pressed Laura Rutledge after she said Travis hadn’t bought Taylor an engagement ring. 

Host:

You’re about to make us go viral Schefty

Adam Schefter:

All I did was ask a question about how Laura knew he didn’t buy an engagement ring. That’s all I was doing.

Tetris Kelly:

What Laura was actually talking about is Travis making an investment in a racing horse named “Swift Delivery.”

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28 Aug 2024

Fuerza Regida’s JOP on Inspiration for ‘Secreto Victoria’ | How It Went Down | Billboard

JOP from Fuerza Regida shares how he and the band created the catchy, Jersey club vibe for “Secreto Victoria.” Let us know what you think of their new song in the comments! 

JOP:
Hey, what’s up? This is JOP and this is how it went down with my song “Secreto Victoria.” We were in Ciudad de México, and I remember we were in the studio working on the song “Bella” on the production. And we got a little irritated. We left two producers down there, and we went up to the top floor, and we just started writing that song. I remember Diego just started spitting a flow, and then we just finished the song. It was, like, 30 minutes.

The inspiration behind the lyrics of that song, I remember we were in Ciudad de Mexico with Diego, Angel Ureta, George — those are some of my writers on my label — and the inspiration for that song was the same inspiration for the album, Pero No Te Enamores, you feel me? The track was produced by Rabba, Charly, Twenty9, myself and Streamline Records, all the team. It’s my squad. I only work with my team most of the time. Here and there, I work outside the house, but most of the time it’s only my writers, my producers.

When we made this song, “Secreto Victoria,” the melody and everything, the lyrics were really catchy. I remember, I was like, “I want the song in the album.” I send it to get produced. They sent it back to me and they have Jersey club on it because they knew I wanted Jersey club on a lot of these songs.

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27 Aug 2024

Common & Pete Rock “Dreamin,’” Jessie Reyez ft. Lil Wayne “Ridin” & More | Daily Visuals 8.27.24

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Common & Pete Rock

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It’s been a month and change since Common and Pete Rock released their collaborative album, The Auditorium Vol. 1 and if we learned anything from it it’s that these two men really do make some beautiful music together.

Dropping off some new visuals to the soulful cut “Dreamin’” Common uses a collage of footage showcasing his life over the years including sharing moments with Queen Latifah and the late-great Maya Angelou while we catch shots of Pete Rock politics in front of his brownstone crib back in New York City. Hip-Hop legends over here.

Speaking of legends, Lil Wayne is out here still adding to his own legacy and for Jessie Reyez’s clip to “Ridin,” she and Weezy kick it in the crib where they get smoked out and Jessie elevates to heights most dare not dream of. Musta been some good ass weed.

Check out the rest of today’s drops including work from Juicy J featuring Robert Glasper and Emi Secrest, Flau’jae and Lil Wayne, and more.

COMMON & PETE ROCK – “DREAMIN’”

JESSIE REYEZ FT. LIL WAYNE – “RIDIN”

JUICY J FT. ROBERT GLASPER & EMI SECREST – “TO YOU”

FLAU’JAE & LIL WAYNE – “CAME OUT A BEAST”

TRAP DICKEY FT. DABABY – “BLUE DEVILS REMIX”

PARIS NIGHTS – “HOW’S IT GOING DOWN”

ELAINE – “WAITING ON YOU”

CAPELLA GREY – “UCU”

27 Aug 2024

Lil Baby Arrested in Las Vegas for Carrying a Concealed Weapon | Billboard News

Lil Baby has been arrested for carrying a concealed weapon in Las Vegas. Keep watching for the details.

Tetris Kelly: 

Lil Baby was arrested on Monday in Las Vegas and charged with carrying a concealed weapon, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police told Billboard. We’re letting you know what’s going on. Law enforcement sources told TMZ that Lil Baby was seen at a Las Vegas club called Encore. There is reportedly a video in which he is seen being passed a gun. When officers arrived and investigated, he was arrested for carrying a concealed firearm. Lil Baby’s attorneys have stated to Billboard, “To be clear, Dominique Jones has a valid Georgia Carrying a Concealed Weapon (CCW) Permit. On his behalf we are actively investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding his arrest in Las Vegas.” Nevada does not recognize “Carry Concealed Weapon” permits issued in Georgia. Billboard has reached out to Lil Baby’s rep for comment. Please check for updates on billboard.com.

27 Aug 2024

Twista, Vic Mensa & More Debate Best Get Up Anthems of Chicago | Billboard x Tres Generaciones Tequila

Billboard and Tres Generaciones Tequila are partnering to find out the Get Up Anthems of select cities, and for this stop, we’re in Chicago. In conversation with Rocsi Diaz, Chicago natives Twista, Vic Mensa, and Dreezy sat with Billboard’s Kyle Denis to curate their top 10 Get Up Anthems for Chicago. The list includes songs that inspired and energized their city, by Chicago artists, presented by Tres Generaciones Tequila. 

Be sure to follow the multi-city conversations at Billboard.com.

Dreezy:
Wait, so we’re going to put it as No. 1 for real?

Twista:
For now.

Rocsi Diaz:
For now. First of all, let me tell you something: This is one city I ain’t going to mess with nobody in Chicago. I want to be able to come back and get my Harold’s Chicken.

Hey there, I’m Rocsi Diaz alongside Billboard and Tres Generaciones Tequila. We’re embarking on a journey to celebrate the profound impact of music both personally and within the community. Our mission? To uncover the ultimate Get Up Anthems for cities across the nation.

Today, we’re in the iconic city of Chicago, where the winds blow strong and the blues rhythms thrive. Thank you, Tiana. Contributing to this discussion, I’m joined by Chicago’s very own legend Twista, known for his rapid-fire delivery that earned him a world record for speed. Also, Vic Mensa, known for his thought-provoking lyrics and diverse mix style. The dub princess of Chicago rap Dreezy, celebrated for her versatile flow and work life. And lastly, Billboard’s very own hip-hop writer Kyle Denis.

Just a few days ago, we began the selection process for Chicago’s Get Up Anthems. Now it was challenging, but with Billboard’s exclusive chart data, we narrowed it down to 15 tracks, now in this bowl. These selections are up for discussion as we finalize the top 10 list and crown Chicago’s No. 1 Get Up Anthem.

All right, guys. Before we jump into the conversation, let’s go ahead and raise our glasses to the city we love so much, the WIndy City. Chi Town with this Chicago Fire drink from Tres Generaciones Tequila. Cheers!  

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27 Aug 2024

Lizzo Defends Chappell Roan & Explains Her Gap Year In Music | Billboard News

Lizzo defends Chappell Roan after the pop star shared her thoughts on her rapid rise to fame. The “Truth Hurts” artist also shares why she hasn’t been making music recently. Keep watching for the details!  

Lizzo:
We all need a refresh on empathy. It’s very mindful. Very demure.

Tetris Kelly:
Lizzo’s giving fans an update and Chappell Roan support. 

Lizzo:
I’m gonna ride for Chappell because I see myself in her.

Tetris Kelly:
Lizzo hopped on TikTok to share a story about an aggressive fan after Chappell Roan got real about her feelings on fan interactions. 

Lizzo:
She has the right to speak up for herself. She has the right to feel what she’s feeling. Also, not what you signed up for.

Tetris Kelly:
As for Lizzo’s fans, many have been asking where she’s been since her last album released a little over two years ago. 

Lizzo:
Let’s jump rope in Bali.

Tetris Kelly: 
Well, she’s been working on her fitness and enjoying what she calls her “gap year” while protecting her peace and living it up while in Bali.

Lizzo:
Have a beautiful day!

27 Aug 2024

Omah Lay’s ‘Moving’ Story Behind His New Single, Working With Tyla & Justin Bieber & More | Billboard News

Omah Lay is making waves and an impact in the Afrobeats genre. The singer shares his “Moving” story behind his latest single, working with Tyla and Justin Bieber and how his move to London from Lagos further contributed to the vision. He also talks about his new album, ‘Clarity of Mind,’ what he hopes his fans can take away from the album and more!

Tetris Kelly:

Hey, it’s Tetris with Billboard News, and I’m hanging out with Omah Lay. How’s it going my man? 

Omah Lay:

I’m good. It’s going well, how are you doing?

I’m good. Man, I gotta tell you, congrats on the new single, “Moving.” Tell me about this song and what was the inspiration behind it.

“Moving” is the second single off of my next project. It was all inspired by by moving to a new place. I actually have not been spending a lot of time in Lagos recently. I’ve been spending a lot of time in London, especially making the album. It’s just a new environment being able to move from one place to another, to be your police then.

And tell me about the music video for the song. How involved are you in the visuals and what kind of story did you want to tell? 

I mean, recently, I’ve been emphasizing on telling the story of my music through the music videos. For “Moving” I am telling the story of how illegal immigrants travel to Europe through the desert, through Sahara, because the thing about Nigerians from Edo traveling, trying to get to Europe illegally, and going through the desert, and a lot of them don’t make it through and stuff. So yeah, that was just the story. That was what inspired the video for “Moving.”

Oh, man, that’s incredible now. I like that, you’re able to take kind of your life experience and apply it with something else that’s from your region, that kind of, give you that story.

I mean, I think it is, if it is something, it is the story of the whole world, like me, also having a Nigerian passport is very difficult. Traveling where it’s like, I’m just looking for peace. I’m looking for a place to call, of course, I have my home, but like, you know, I’m just looking for that place to like, feel accepted and stuff, because home is really bad where we can’t stay at home and like, enjoy the common things that is being provided by even God, by nature, which is like, what being able to live freely. It’s difficult in Lagos, so I feel like I’m telling the story of the whole world, where everybody’s looking for some place to find peace of mind, some place to just call home and feel relaxed.

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