Jermaine Dupri was one of the artists who joined Usher at this year’s Super Bowl halftime show. But most people are talking about what Dupri wore, which was a strange looking black outfit that was half short-set, half suit. A lot of folks clowned the So So Def founder, people like The Breakfast Club‘s Jess Hilarious,[…]
In addition to be a very successful rapper, Lil Wayne is a student of the game. He’s always quick to give his GOAT rappers when given the chance. On YG’s 4Hunnid podcast, he was given a variation on that inquiry. Best female emcees: 🎥: Lil’ Wayne Names Lil’ Kim, Nicki Minaj & Lauryn Hill As[…]
Kanye West’s career has taken a massive hit because of his anti-Semitism. Not only that, major brands have backed away from him. So he’s decided to take matters into his own hands by promoting his Yeezy fashion line in a low budget Super Bowl commercial. If you missed it, the spot shows Ye speaking into[…]
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Drake makes bigger football bets than your favorite rapper unless your favorite rapper is Drake. It helps that he has a huge bankroll and sponsors a gambling company. For the Super Bowl, Drake has made his pick. He has over a million on Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Andy Reid, and the rest becoming three-time champions.[…]
It’s not just the Osbourne family who are angry that Kanye took a sample after they explicitly told him he couldn’t have it. The family of the late Donna Summer says Ye used part of the disco queen’s smash hit “I Feel Love” in his new Vultures track “Good (Don’t Die)” even though they had declined[…]
When 50 Cent was a young up-and-comer, he wore designer duds to show he was a success. He doesn’t do that anymore. Here’s 50 explaining why he rarely wears name brands these days, and when he does, he doesn’t pay. 50 Cent explains why he rarely wears designer clothes 💯 pic.twitter.com/Ec8gZP2Cgo “For me, at this[…]
Kanye West wants to sample Ozzy Osbourne’s performance of his Black Sabbath classic “War Pig.” However, Ozzy Osbourne wants nothing to do with Kanye and made his feelings clear in a Twitter post this afternoon. @kanye west ASKED PERMISSION TO SAMPLE A SECTION OF A 1983 LIVE PERFORMANCE OF “WAR PIG” FROM THE US FESTIVAL[…]
Kodak Black has been in federal prison for over two months. His latest criminal ordeal started when the cops in Florida caught him with what they said was cocaine, oxycodone, and an expired license. That was a violation of his federal probation, and the feds came in and scooped him up. He’s been in jail[…]
There’s been a lot of penis talk in Hip Hop as of late, thanks to a leaked video of Drake jerking off on his private jet. In an interview that was released on Thursday, February 8, Aubrey O’Day, of Danity Kane fame, talked about Kanye West’s junk and gave details. “Kanye’s dick is [big][…]
During his stop on Math Hoffa’s podcast, Fivio Foreign explained where the money from his $1.7 million record deal with Columbia went. Fivio Foreign speaks on signing his $1.7M Deal & what he did with the money pic.twitter.com/0m5euNx4rt 750K went to Ma$e, who had initially signed Fivio. Then he spent 100K on a bulletproof Escalade,[…]
Bobbi Althoff’s husband filed for divorce yesterday. Last night, Bobbi acknowledged the split and praised her soon-to-be ex-husband. “As most of you have heard, Cory and I have filed for divorce,” she typed. As sad as I am right now, I am so thankful for the time I got to be his wife. Our girls[…]
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When we first met Bobbi Althoff in the summer of 23 she did an awkward interview with Drake in bed. Shortly after, she was spotted at a Drake show, and rumors sparked that the married Althoff was having an affair with Drizzy. The word was she was going to divorce her husband for Drake. Fast[…]
Boosie Badazz had something to say to Kodak Black after Kodak dissed him from jail on the song “11AM In Malibu.” The two have been beefing for a while now, which could have started after Yak turned down a record deal from Boosie. “Starting to understand that I’m a threat to these n*ggas and I[…]
Independent rap journalists will recommend you new music until their voices give out. Keep it that way by supporting Passion of the Weiss via a subscription to our Patreon. Michael McKinney understands the cultural importance of Kreayshawn’s “Gucci Gucci.” In January, plenty of DJs slowed down a bit. Berlin-via-Australia DJ Sa Pa spun ambient and[…]
In addition to his HBO show, Bill Maher has a podcast called Club Random, which features long one-on-one interviews with an eclectic group of guests. Kanye is as eclectic as they come, and Maher recently interviewed him for the show. However, he won’t be releasing the interview. He explained why during a chat with TMZ.[…]
Ludacris and T.I. began beefing around 2004 when Tip sent a subliminal shot to him on Young Buck’s song “Stomp.” “Me getting beat down? That’s ludicrous,”rhymed the Grand Hustle boss. That led to a back-and-forth between the rappers. T.I. was then accused of punching Luda’s manager Chaka Zulu in Hollywood, California in 2007. Luda talked[…]
Chicago’s own YBZ Vandr unveils a stirring music video to accompany his latest single, “Gone Forever,” delving into the depths of fleeting moments and the urgency to seize opportunities. Known for his emotionally charged lyrics and dynamic delivery, YBZ Vandr’s latest release resonates with audiences on a profound level, offering a poignant reflection on life’s[…]
Power, the dynamic rapper hailing from Los Angeles, sets the screen ablaze with his latest music video for “Wasabi,” a standout track from his transformative album One Love. Known for his ability to weave threads of inspiration and unity through his music, Power’s latest visual offering is a vibrant testament to his unique artistic vision.[…]
Show your love of the game by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon so that we can keep churning out interviews with legendary producers, feature the best emerging rap talent in the game, and gift you the only worthwhile playlists left in this streaming hellscape. The Aquadolls are lovergirls through and through. Drummer[…]
