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Ye Sued Again by More Former Yeezy Employees | Billboard News

Ye is being sued again, along with his former head of staff, Milo Yiannopoulos, for intolerable harassment and discrimination. Keep watching to learn more.

Tetris Kelly:

Ye is facing yet another lawsuit. Let’s break it down. A new lawsuit, filed in the District Court of the Central District of California, is alleging Ye and his former head of staff, Milo Yiannopoulos, subjected employees to intolerable harassment and discrimination. The eight plaintiffs came from across the United States, the UK, Hungary, and Nigeria to work at Yeezy. Some plaintiffs claimed they were as young as 14 while working. The claims made by the plaintiffs include being segregated into different working environments by race, where Black and African employees were given less favorable work assignments, minors were allegedly exposed to pornographic images related to Ye’s scrap YZY PORN venture, and all eight of the former employees claimed they were not paid for their work. While Billboard has reached out to Ye’s rep for comment, Yiannopoulos addressed the lawsuit on X, writing in part, “All I’ve done since has tried to get these app developers paid, as voluminous correspondence demonstrates. Anyone asserting otherwise is uncritically repeating mendacious lies from a lawsuit that takes more imaginative leaps than The Lord of the Rings.”

Nicki Minaj Slams Former Manager for Trying to Squash Lil’ Kim Beef | Billboard News

Nicki Minaj takes to X to blast her former manager for trying to mend the bridge between her and Lil’ Kim. Keep watching to see what she had to say.

Tetris Kelly:
Nicki Minaj is calling her former manager out, saying she never asked to meet up and squash beef with Lil’ Kim. We’re breaking it down.

Deb Antney:
She’s gonna kill me for even saying this, but I did reach out to Kim.

After Nicki Minaj’s former manager Deb Antney appeared on a podcast saying she reached out to Lil’ Kim, who declined mending bridges with Mrs. Minaj, Nicki did what she does best and hopped on X and said, “I didn’t ask you to do a THING! You told me AFTER THE FACT & I SCREAMED ON YOU and told you if you reach out to ppl now that you’re being seen around me, they will THINK it’s coming FROM ME so to NEVER do that again without discussing it with me FIRST. I said I’d never want that & that now she’d think that message came from me which is not cool.”

Nicki & Lil’ Kim went back and forth for quite some time, even though we all wanted them to get along. But there was at least one lady in hip-hop at the time Nicki did want to show love. “You laughed it off and said her and Foxy should come out, I said no. I’d only want foxy to come out on stage with me, she’s like family to me. How dare you? Interviews? Chiiiiiiiiiiiiii WOO WEE!!!!! This world, man, this world. Love yourself deeply.”

Chile we trying to. For more on this story hit billboard.com

Tate McRae & The Kid Laroi Go Instagram Official | Billboard News

After confirming that they were in a relationship earlier this year, The Kid Laroi and Tate McRae went Instagram official when Laroi posted a picture of the two in honor of Tate’s birthday. Keep watching to see the cute post!

Tetris Kelly:
Would you ever do a song with Kid Laroi?

Tate McRae:
I don’t know, I don’t know.

Tetris Kelly:
That was then. I feel like you guys gotta to get in the studio. Do something, it’d be good.

Tate McRae:
Yeah, maybe. He’s amazing.

And this is now. Tate McRae and The Kid Laroi  made it Instagram official. The Laroi posted a pic to his IG Story kissing Tate with the caption, “happy 21st birthday. you make me better! I love yoooouuu Tate McRae.”

Tate helped hard launch their relationship by reposting the pic.

The Kid Laroi did hint at the relationship earlier this year when he told fans at a concert that his girlfriend was in the audience. And paparazzi caught the two out and about several times.

We’re just happy to see them happy.

P1Harmony Chats UTOP1A Tour, Attending KCON LA, New Music & More | Billboard News

After wrapping up their UTOP1A Tour, P1Harmony spoke with Billboard to share their experience during the trek, and their excitement about attending KCON LA. The group talked about what it was like to attend the ACM Awards, perform at the Governors Ball, what fans can expect with their new music and more!

Keeho:
When is this coming out? Do we know?

Tetris Kelly:
This interview.

Keeho:
OK, I don’t even know if I’m allowed to say anything, but …

Tetris Kelly:
You won’t get in trouble

Keeho:
They’re all like, “No! No!”

Tetris Kelly:
Hey, it’s Tetris with Billboard News, hanging out with the fellas of P1Harmony. How’s it going guys? And I got to start by saying congratulations because you just wrapped up the UTOP1A tour. 

Keeho:
Yes we did, thank you.

Tetris Kelly: 
It’s all done, you came here and now you get to relax and hang out with me. So how are you feeling now that the tour is over?

Jongseob:
I think it’s … I feel like touring was going very fast. We’ve done our concert 10 times. It’s kind of long — it’s a month and a half — but it feels very short. But it was very fun. 

Tetris Kelly:
You say it’s very short, but you also had a lot of cities in a very small amount of time. You guys started in Seoul, then all over the United States. So let’s talk about what you guys kind of do in cities where you’re hanging out. So how has it been in Los Angeles so far? You need to do some shopping.

Keeho:
Exactly, I think just as you said , whenever we do have off days, for me personally, I love to go out. I love to be really immersed in the city I’m in. And you know, I like to try the food, go shopping and see sites. 

Keep watching for more!

Loud Luxury Refreshes the Summer With a New Dance Remix | Billboard News

Loud Luxury refreshes iNi Kamoze’s 1994 smash, “Here Comes the Hotstepper,” with a remix inspired by the Starbucks Summer Refreshers Beverage.

Tetris Kelly: 

hWhat happens when you pair superstar DJs and a hip-hop classic? A refreshing remix just in time for the summertime season! Loud Luxury has been on the road this summer for a string of shows, but the Canadian DJ duo have also found time to work on new music. Andrew and Joe have teamed up with Billboard and Starbucks for an exclusive remix of Ini Kamoze’s 1994 smash, “Here Comes the Hotsteppper,” in honor of the hit’s 30-year anniversary. During our interview with the duo, they admitted that the energetic sing-a-long hook is their favorite part of the classic. Joe told us, “They mentioned the idea to the ice shake and the ‘Ahh’ just came naturally,” as they wanted to make this a summery track that fans could vibe to. “It’s such an iconic vocal that it was something we could take and reimagine in our own world. Once you hear that main hook, everybody knows it.” For more on Loud Luxury’s remix of “Here Comes the Hotstepper,” head over to billboard.com

Ice Spice, Halle Bailey & More Pick Favorite Usher Song at 2024 BET Awards | Billboard News

We caught up with some of your favorites at the 2024 BET Awards and asked them to pick their favorite song by Usher. Keep watching to see which ones they chose, and comment what your favorite is!

Carl Lamarre:

I’ve been asking everybody this question, I’ve got to ask you: Your favorite Usher Raymond record.

Usher:

My favorite Usher Raymond record? That’s like me selecting a child!

Carl Lamarre:

I know. 

Usher:

I can’t do that. I don’t know if I could do it. 

Carl Lamarre:

Favorite Usher song?

Halle Bailey: 

Oh wow, “Confessions.”

Ice Spice:

“Confessions.”

Huncho:

Probably “Confessions.”

Carl Lamarre:

Can I get a little singing? You be talking to the shorties, so I know-

Huncho:

I don’t do no singing.

Moneybagg Yo:

“These are my confessions.”

Laurieann Gibson:

“Just when I thought…” OK, that’s all I’m going to give. 

Rapsody:

I think I used to stand in the mirror in the bathroom and do choreography to that. “Three months pregnant and she’s keeping it.”

Carl Lamarre:

Why “Confessions”?

Killer Mike:

Oh man, because every man been there.

Carl Lamarre:

That is a fact!

Muni Long:

My favorite Usher song is “Superstar.” Hands down.

Lecrae: 

“Superstar.” You know what I mean? “Superstar” all day, every day.

Cash Cobain:

“Superstar” by Usher.

Chlöe:

“Superstar.”

Carl Lamarre:

I’m kind of mad “Superstar” is in the lead right now.

Chlöe:

It’s just really great.

Carl Lamarre:

It’s really sexy, I get it a lot. 

Muni Long:

First ad lib is just…

LeCrae:

Me thinking I could just hit that falsetto.

Keep watching for more!

Killer Mike “Humble Me,” French Montana “Facts” & More | Daily Visuals 7.1.24

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Killer Mike is on a role in 2024 with his album Michael garnering him all the well-earned accolades he deserves and now the OG from The A comes through with some new work to keep his dream year going and his day-ones happy.

In his new black-and-white visuals to “Humble Me,” Killer Mike takes center stage as he styles in some fresh attire and flashy jewelry while spitting his bars before random hands strip it all away and put some handcuffs on him. Lesson! Pay attention!

Back in New York French Montana returns home and for his clip to “Facts,” the mac with the cheese spreads love throughout the streets as he kicks it with his peoples while running into the likes of Jeezy, Travis Scott, and Quavo.

Check out the rest of today’s drops and some joints you might’ve missed over the weekend including work from Rygin King, Sauce Walka, and more.

KILLER MIKE – “HUMBLE ME”



FRENCH MONTANA – “FACTS”



RYGIN KING – “DEEP WATER”



SAUCE WALKA – “RULES”



TRAEGLEE – “WHY WOULD I QUIT”



GATORMONEY FT. RICK HYDE – “PR3Y”



TRAPSTAR – “VAE VANILLA”



ZAY DEPINA – “4THESTREETS”



LIL MONSTER – “MAKE IT OUT”



Taylor Swift & SZA Rave Over Simone Biles | Billboard News

As Simone Biles preps to head to the Summer Olympics in Paris, SZA stopped by to meet her. Taylor Swift raved over Simone’s new floor routine. Keep watching to learn the details!

Tetris Kelly:

We all know Simone Biles is the G.O.A.T. And she’s got some superstar support as she gears up to represent the U.S. at the Paris Olympics this summer. SZA stopped by the gym to not only praise the most decorated gymnast of all time, but also play around and do a handstand contest. But not all of Simone’s famous supporters were available to work out with the champ. Taylor Swift fawned over Simone while on her world tour. Biles debuted a new floor routine at the Olympic trials, which starts with Taylor’s “…Ready for It.” And T-Swift hopped on X and replied to the epic performance with “Watched this so many times and still unready. She’s ready for it tho.” And we’re ready to watch Simone slay the 2024 Summer Games in Paris later this month.

Jaden Talks Inspiration Behind ‘Roses,’ Music With Willow & More | Billboard News

After stepping away from music for three years, Jaden recently released “Roses.” He shares if he will have more music coming out, working with his sister, Willow, and more!

Jaden:
I know you felt that, you know, I feel like that’s it. That’s the answer is in there. You know stay tuned type s–t.

Tetris Kelly:
Hey, what’s up? It’s Tetris with Billboard News hanging out with Jaden Smith. How’s it going, man?

Jaden:
It’s going really good, bro.

Tetris Kelly:
I’m appreciating the vibes that you got going on there, playing the music, setting the tone. What’s going on today?

Jaden:
You know, it’s just a normal day in Sunset City, man.

Tetris Kelly:
Not a normal day for me, man. I like the vibes. So talk to me about why after three years, a break from music, you decided now was the time to make a return. 

Jaden:
Just because I was sad, honestly. And I wanted to share that.

Tetris Kelly:
I mean, I think that’s a great thing as an artist that you were able to, you know, notice that you had some emotions that you wanted to get out. So is it more difficult to kind of process your emotions through music? Or is it easier for you that way?

Jaden:
I think it’s easier. I think it’s a lot easier. You know what I mean? Like, just to say something through music — I think it’s a lot easier than to just straight up saying it, you know.

Tetris Kelly: 
I can definitely understand, but you obviously have a lot of spotlight on you with you and your family. Is it hard for you to be kind of so honest and personal in a song like “Roses” when you’re so used to having the spotlight?

Jaden:
[Singing] That’s really the best answer that I could come up with, for that particular question.

Keep watching for more!

Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 Countdown for July 6, 2024 | Billboard News

Tetris Kelly:
Can the hype from Kendrick Lamar’s The Pop Out fight off massive tracks from Sabrina, Shaboozy and Post Malone? This is the Billboard Hot 100 top 10 for the week dated July 6.

Billie Eilish holds on to No. 10, as does Teddy Swims at No. 9.

Benson Boone at No. 8, and “Too Sweet” at No. 7.

“Million Dollar Baby” slips a spot to No. 6 as Sabrina falls from No. 1 to No. 5. Her “Espresso” stays locked in at No. 4, while Kendrick is back up three spots with “Not Like Us.”

Shaboozey is at a new No. 2 peak, while Post Malone and Morgan Wallen returned to the No. 1 spot.

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