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  • ​Jeffree Star’s cryptic post rekindles Kanye West affair rumours amid ‘Cousins’ controversy​

    Say it ain’t so…

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    In a dramatic turn of events, beauty mogul Jeffree Star has reignited long-dormant rumors about an alleged affair with rapper Kanye West. This comes in the wake of West’s controversial revelations about his past, detailed in his new song ‘Cousins’.

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    A tweet that shook the internet

    On April 22, 2025, Jeffree Star posted a cryptic message on X (formerly Twitter): “Ok f*ck it.. The rumours were true.” This statement sent social media into a frenzy, with many interpreting it as a confirmation of the 2021 rumo[u]rs linking him romantically to Kanye West.

    The timing of Star’s tweet is particularly noteworthy, as it closely followed Kanye West’s release of ‘Cousin’, a song accompanied by a deeply personal confession. In a now-deleted tweet, West disclosed a past incestuous relationship with his male cousin during their childhood, a revelation that has sparked widespread discussion and concern.

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    The origins of the rumour

    The initial rumours about an affair between West and Star emerged in early 2021, propagated by TikTok influencer Ava Louise. She claimed that West was involved with a “very famous male beauty guru”, leading internet sleuths to speculate about Star due to his prominence in the beauty industry and both individuals’ ties to Wyoming.

    Star promptly denied the allegations, labelling them as “stupid” and “weird”. He emphasised that he and West had never met or spent time together. Louise later admitted that she fabricated the story for attention.

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    Public reaction and speculation

    Star’s recent tweet has reignited public interest and speculation. Some fans believe it to be a belated confession, whilst others view it as a strategic move to capitalise on the current media attention surrounding West’s personal disclosures. Neither West nor his representatives have commented on Star’s statement.

    The situation has also prompted discussions about the responsibilities of public figures when sharing personal experiences and the potential impact on those involved.

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    The broader implications

    This incident underscores the complex interplay between celebrity culture, social media, and public discourse. It raises questions about the ethics of sharing sensitive personal information in public forums and the potential consequences for all parties involved.

    As the story continues to unfold, it serves as a reminder of the power of words and the far-reaching impact of public statements in the digital age.

  • MURS writes loving letter to wife in ‘Enjoy’ featuring Nate Curry: Watch the video

    It’s from the forty-seven year old’s last album.

    Less than a week ago, legendary American underground Hip-Hop artist-vocalist MURS (born Nicholas Neil Carter) released an inspirational official music video for his latest single ‘Enjoy’ featuring Nate Curry. In the visual, the West Coast icon delivers a heartfelt ode to real love, growth, and gratitude by handwriting a letter to his wife. With Nate Curry’s smooth hook and MURS reflecting on past relationships, mistakes, and the magic of finding that one person who brings peace, the track is a grown-man love anthem — honest, vulnerable, and deeply relatable. ‘Enjoy’ captures the kind of love that feels like coming home: flawed, fierce, and beautiful.

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    According to the blurb on his label’s official YouTube page, the single comes from the artist’s last and final album, ‘Love & Rockets 3:16 (The Emancipation)’. The Los Angeles savant has afforded a fantastic career spanning three decades with a music festival in the tuck and an array of independently released music—attracting a cult-like following from his home city and globally.

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    If it’s your first time coming across MURS, we have you covered! On October 13, 2016, MURS set a Guinness World Record for rapping for twenty-four hours non-stop during a live stream on Twitch. According to this Wikipedia article, “On June 11, 2013, MURS released an album as its lead vocalist of a band called the White Mandingos. The album is titled ‘The Ghettos Tryin to Kill Me!’.

    Before that, MURS signed a deal with Strange Music in 2014.

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  • Spill Tab returns with official music video for endearing single ‘Hold Me’: Watch the video

    The melody features a hazy Bossa Nova guitar… that’s to die for.

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    This time, a less chaotic visual than ‘Angie’, Spill Tab, appears in the picture with family and friends–her mother gently combing her hair, a quiet moment on the couch with a partner, and a tender shot of her curled up with her dog on her bed. The album’s last single begins with the French-Korean singer-songwriter and music producer riding in the tail of a pickup truck. ‘Hold Me’, produced by Wyatt Bernard, Austin Corona (Halsey) and Will Van Zandt (Omar Apollo), is a new single from her debut album ‘Angie’ scheduled to release on May 16 through Because Music. Check out the official music video directed by Sweetiepie below. It captures a series of intimate, quietly emotional moments.

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    Speaking on the new release, spill tab shares “‘Hold Me’ was one of those special songs that poured out the day it was written. Sometimes, songs take months or years to feel finished. I’m such an editor when it comes to my music. I love to cut and replace and add new parts here and there, or rewrite whole verses. But this one is really precious because it’s an honest snapshot of how I was feeling that day. I was sad and so lonely, and was processing a difficult breakup at that point. And so, I love this song because it feels like a little world within a crystal, very honestly captured and well preserved.”

    Additionally, Spill Tab will be heading out on her own Summer headliner tour with shows across North America and the United Kingdom. The tour will kick-off on May 23 in Toulouse, France, where she’ll play Le Weekend Des Curiosités Festival, with stops in London and Paris before returning to the United States on June 11 to play New York. Additional stops include Toronto and Chicago with the tour concluding in Los Angeles on June 17.

    Spill Tab North America tour dates

    June 11 – New York @ Night Club 101
    June 12 – Toronto @ The Drake
    June 14 – Chicago @ Beat Kitchen
    June 17 – Los Angeles @ El Cid

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    Spill Tab United Kingdom tour dates

    May 23 – Le Weekend Des Curiosités Festival, Toulouse
    May 26 – SWG3 Poetry Club, Glasgow
    May 27 – The Deaf Institute – The Lodge, Manchester
    May 28 – Oslo, London
    May 30 – Green Door Store, Brighton
    May 31 – Rough Trade, Bristol
    June 7 – We Love Green Festival, Paris

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    ‘Angie’ tracklist

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    1 Pink Lemonade
    2 Adore Me
    3 Assis
    4 Athlete
    5 By Design
    6 Hold Me
    7 Want Me
    8 Morning Dew Interlude
    9 Doesn’t That Scare You?
    10 Angie
    11 De Guerre
    12 Wet Veneer

  • Lil Wayne heads to New York’s Madison Square Garden for headlining debut

    It feels like Lil Wayne headlined Madison Square Garden already, but he hasn’t. How?

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    Recently, Lil Wayne, one of the world’s highly skilled master rappers and celebrated businessmen responsible for gifting us Drake and Nicki Minaj announced his headlining debut concert at the iconic and legendary Madison Square Garden. On June 6, the Louisiana-bred superstar will commemorate the release of his fittingly so star-studded forthcoming album, ‘Tha Carter IV’. This album is the follow-up to his first solo studio project since the release of ‘Funeral’ in 2020.

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    According to several reports, an official tracklist has yet to surface but there was talk of an uncleared Billie Eilish collaboration amid an interview with Rolling Stone. Some artists mentioned during the interview are Miley Cyrus, Machine Gun Kelly, Bono, Elephant Man and his talented son Kameron Carter, which tells me Lil Wayne may potentially have the world tuning in, streaming and purchasing his new album, ‘Tha Carter IV’. There are also whispers about the polarising musical genius Kanye West, or Ye, being on his highly-anticipated album.

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    I might be predicting too far into the future, but I think June 6 will be a great day in New York City because his fans get to witness Tunechi at this level for the first time in his career.

    With his staggering influence on Hip-Hop culture, it is well overdue. We anticipate who he will bring to join him on such an iconic night. We hope it includes New York City’s darling Queen Nicki Minaj and her longtime collaborator and Canada’s global musical icon Drake. It would be interesting to see.

  • Fyre Festival to transition into music streaming service, set to launch Thanksgiving 2025

    Can Thanksgiving come any sooner?

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    Today, the last thing we thought we would read popped up in our feed. Shockingly, the co-founder of TruBlue, Shawn Rech, acquired the infamous yet memorable Fyre Festival and has plans to debut it as a streaming service instead. According to a report on Deadline, Rech now owns two trademarks that would allow him to launch Fyre outside of its event. Is that a good thing because of the fraudulent history tied to the name? The new kid on the block thinks so, as he wants to focus on “putting the power of music discovery back in the hands of the fans.”

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    We can only imagine how the leading competitors in that space (Spotify, Apple Music and TIDAL) would see that move. We think it is an ultra-bold move and are anxious to see how it plays out on Thanksgiving this year (November 27, 2025) when it launches. If you’re wondering, yes, Billy McFarland is expected to be involved in the streaming platform and still owns the festival. To no avail, McFarland tried to revive his festival after its second cancellation.

    Some context: Fyre Festival was a fraudulent luxury music festival organised by American businessman Billy McFarland and American rapper Ja Rule. It was created to promote the company’s Fyre app for booking music talent. The festival was scheduled for April 28–30 and May 5–7, 2017, on the island of Great Exuma.

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    Before we head out of here, we want to know: Would you stream your favourite artist’s music on the upcoming Fyre Festival platform? If you are an artist, would you add your music to the platform, given its reputation in the past because of the festival? We’re looking forward to learning more about the pricing models.

  • Are Jamaican superstars Shenseea and YG Marley possibly dating?

    If Shenseea and YG Marley aren’t a new item, they do look good together.

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    Popular Jamaican star singers Shenseea and Lauryn Hill’s son YG Marley have their fans in a frenzy, as they think there may be love in the air for the two young artists. As the pair sat across from one another on Sunday, April 20, somewhere in Brooklyn, New York, the shining stars looked like they may be on the verge of something real — especially with YG Marley’s iconic grandfather, Bob Marley’s classic hit record ‘Is This Love’ playing over the clip.

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    We cannot hear what they are saying, but the two appear pleased in each other’s presence.

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  • Pope Francis cause of death revealed

    According to TMZ, today, Pope Francis (88) died from a stroke and a heart issue. The Vatican released the death certificate today. Before his death, he was in a coma and battled several health issues like double pneumonia and bronchitis. According to The Vatican, the Pope wants to rest in a tomb. His resting place is to be simple without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription reading “Franciscus”.

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  • Lil Wayne talks to Tony Hawk about ‘Pro Skater 3+4’, his career and more on Apple Music 1

    Lil Wayne is back with a brand-new episode of Young Money Radio on Apple Music 1. This week, legendary pro skateboarder Tony Hawk drops in to talk about his journey as one of the first celebrity skaters to break into the mainstream, the highly anticipated release of his video game Tony Hawk’s ‘Pro Skater 3 + 4’ coming this Summer, and his vision for the future of the skating world.

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    Video | Lil Wayne & Tony Hawk: Skateboarding, Video Games & Stardom | Young Money Radio

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    Tony Hawk talks to Lil Wayne about not fully living in the moment during the height of his success

    Lil Wayne: Now, were you able to actually enjoy the moment or was it all moving too fast? If you had the chance to run it back, what would you do differently?

    Tony Hawk: If I had the chance to run it back, I would enjoy the camaraderie more. I was so hyper-focused on skating, getting better.

    Lil Wayne: Getting better. Yeah.

    Tony Hawk: And then at some point, my sponsors expected the most of me from competitions because I was leading the competitive circuit. So, it just became like I was a machine and I’d go to the contest, I’d hide new tricks, practice all day. Then, I’d come in with a strategy. And even that was sucking the fun out of it. And so if I could run it back, I would’ve just took more chances and had more fun with all the people around.

    Lil Wayne: Have more fun.

    Tony Hawk: Because I do see videos of all the skaters back then, Grasso and Lance and everyone. They’re having so much fun.

    Lil Wayne: So much fun.

    Tony Hawk: And you just see me on the deck, laser focused like, “I got to make all the tricks.”

    Tony Hawk talks to Lil Wayne about becoming one of the first celebrity pro skaters and brining skating into a mainstream culture

    Tony Hawk: Things were wild, especially when our video game got released and suddenly there people just knew my name. Not just associated with skateboarding, but associated with video games. And I was getting invited to all these different events and talk shows and it was wild. And at some point, I was like, “Oh, these people don’t know anything about skateboarding.”

    Lil Wayne: Exactly.

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    Tony Hawk: And it’s up to me to explain it and to represent it realistically, fairly. It was weird because the video game was released, like you said. I was 31. I was already old for a skater in terms of what people considered skating then. And I was a vert skater, so it was like, “This dude? This old vert skater is going to represent us?” And I felt that, but at the same time I was happy to, because I embraced skating for all of it.

    Lil Wayne: Every piece of it.

    Tony Hawk: Hopping fences and for the renegade aspect. I did it because it set me apart from my schoolmates and my peers and people who played traditional sports. And I love that, that’s what it was. And it was the culture and the music and everything else. And so when I had a chance to be a spokesperson, I embraced it.

    Tony Hawk talks to Lil Wayne about the upcoming release of Tony Hawk’s ‘Pro Skater 3 + 4’ and what fans can expect from the new game

    Lil Wayne: Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 and 4 drops this summer. Wait, it’s 3 + 4. What that mean?

    Tony Hawk: It’s a remake of 3 and 4. With some new surprises in there.

    Lil Wayne: Okay. Now, what are you most excited for in this release? What are some of the new features and surprises fans should watch for?

    Tony Hawk: Oh, man. Well, I’m just excited that we even still get to do video games, to be honest. And once we released 1 + 2, that was in 2020, it didn’t seem like 3 + 4 was going to happen. There were a bunch of hurdles that we had to overcome, and the group that made 1 + 2 got disbanded, and there was just all these challenges. And then I’ll never forget, I got the call from Activision head and it’s like, “I think we found the studio to do 3 + 4. And I was like, “We’re really doing it?

    Lil Wayne: Fuck yeah.

    Tony Hawk: Amazing. Yeah. And now we’re pretty close. It’s going to be released this Summer. I can’t say much about it, but it’s the best of three, it’s the best of four and new stuff that I think people were going to be pleasantly surprised about.

    Tony Hawk talks to Lil Wayne about the challenges of becoming pro skater then vs now and the future of skateboarding

    Lil Wayne: Well, now what does it take to go pro now compared to when you were coming up and what new challenges do today’s skaters face that you didn’t?

    Tony Hawk: Well, it’s just a sea of talent. So to rise above it, you got to do something truly special.

    Lil Wayne: Yeah. Social media.

    Tony Hawk: Either through competition or through social media. You could be as much of a personality as you are a good skater, and that could cut through the noise. I think it’s just you got to have a brand. I hate that whole idea, you got to be an influencer, you got to have a brand, but you can have a very specific style of skating, and if no one else can really touch it, that’ll rise above.

    Lil Wayne: When you say that, it makes me think of… It made me think of little Ayssa.

    Tony Hawk: Oh, Rayssa. Yeah, amazing.

    Lil Wayne: Yeah, I remember she-

    Tony Hawk: Her whole thing started with the heel flip in a tutu.

    Lil Wayne: With the tutu.

    Tony Hawk: Yeah.

    Lil Wayne: That’s exactly what I was saying.

    Tony Hawk: That was it. I didn’t know her name, but I reposted it myself. I was like, “I don’t know what’s going on here, but I love it.”

    Lil Wayne: Look, that’s beautiful. Exactly.

    Tony Hawk: Now, she’s the best female street skater.

    Tony Hawk talks to Lil Wayne about Stacy Peralta pioneering skateboarding content with Bones Brigade videos

    Lil Wayne: Now, before there was YouTube, the Bones Brigade videos gave Skateboard fans a better looking to the world you guys created. Do you think you guys pioneered a lot of the sports content creating now?

    Tony Hawk: I would credit Stacey Peralta with that.

    Lil Wayne: Okay.

    Tony Hawk: Stacy Peralta was the one who wanted to make skate videos. Right. When videotapes came out, when home videos just started, he started making skate videos.

    Lil Wayne: Skate videos.

    Tony Hawk: And people started buying them for VCRs. He was a pioneer in that whole movement. So, I credit him. And also the idea that he wanted to create this feature length movie about us chasing this mythical character. We didn’t get it. We were in because we trusted Stacy, but we didn’t know. We’re not actors, we’re skaters.

    Lil Wayne: You didn’t know that it was going to be what it became?

    Tony Hawk: Oh, no. I never knew that it would be endlessly quoted.

    Lil Wayne: Yeah. It’s still the Holy Grail. Just so you know.

    Tony Hawk: I look at it, it’s fun. And I’m still skating with those guys. It’s crazy. Cab McGill are at my ramp all the time. Lance is still skating backyard pools. Rodney is still skating at midnight. Tommy’s still cruising. It’s wild.

  • Snoop Dogg is on 2025 TIME’s 100 Most Influential People list

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    Snoop Dogg, the West Coast Rap legend turned global cultural icon, has been named one of TIME magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2025. This recognition honours his expansive influence across music, business, media, and community activism. As profiled by journalist Hoda Kotb, Snoop Dogg—born Calvin Broadus Jr—has remained consistently current and effortlessly authentic throughout his career. From his roots in Gangster Rap to his collaborations with Martha Stewart, Snoop Dogg has connected with every generation.

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    Beyond music, Snoop’s ventures include the Snoop Youth Football League, which has impacted thousands of children in underserved communities, and Doggyland, a children’s media brand promoting positivity and education. Snoop’s inclusion in the TIME100 list underscores his role as a unifying figure in culture, business, and community engagement. His ability to evolve whilst staying true to his roots exemplifies the power of authenticity and adaptability in shaping global influence.

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  • Bonnaroo shares complete 2025 performance schedule: See the lineup

    Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival has unveiled the complete schedule for this year’s edition of the internationally acclaimed camping festival, taking place June 12-15, 2025 on the Bonnaroo Farm, located just sixty miles southeast of Nashville in Manchester, Tennessee.

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    Bonnaroo 2025 will boast a spectacular assortment of can’t-miss highlights over four unforgettable nights, with bonus fun starting Wednesday in the campgrounds. Spanning multiple main stage performances on Thursday, June 12 (including a headline set by Luke Combs, Bonnaroo’s first-ever country headliner), three completely unique sets across various stages from the one and only King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, an array of appearances by John Summit (including a Friday, June 13 performance on the main WHAT Stage), and of course, Bonnaroo’s world-famous SuperJam, this year hosted and curated by Remi Wolf and set for the THIS Tent on Saturday, June 14 at 8:45 PM, along with many more unforgettable performances.

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    The upcoming Bonnaroo will also feature more opportunities to dance the night away than ever before, with a star-studded After Hours lineup featuring late-night live performances from Dom Dolla, Glass Animals, Justice, Insane Clown Posse, Megadeth, Arcade Fire Presents ‘Santa Pirata’, JPEGMAFIA, and an epic sunrise set from Gorgon City, along with pop-up parties, surprises, and shenanigans – including the hugely popular Frick Frack Blackjack and the Super Queer Ultra Gay Pride Party (presented by House of Yes with Boyyyish)—guaranteed to keep the action going around the farm long after midnight and into the early hours of the morning.
     
    Late nights will also be lit up by this year’s debut of “The Infinity Stage”, a brand-new, one-of-a-kind venue – presented in partnership with Polygon Live—boasting spatial sound, synchronised lights, and an unprecedented three-dome, open-air design to create the world’s largest, most immersive, 360° spatial audio experience. This year will further see a special lineup of undiscovered artists and rising stars performing on the influential WHO Stage, now located at Outeroo’s Plaza 7.