Thursday, June 15, 2023

Congress Pays Tribute to Juvenile's Impact on Hip-Hop, NPR Tiny Desk Performance Revealed

Photo courtesy Office of Rep. Troy Carter
It has been an eventful week for Juvenile, the legendary rapper from Louisiana.

On Wednesday, Juvenile, a native of New Orleans, received a congressional resolution that recognized his significant contributions to hip-hop and the Black community. Rep. Troy Carter (D-La.) had the privilege of presenting this honor to Terius Gray, the artist's birth name.Carter, also hailing from New Orleans, highlighted Gray's achievements in his music career, both within his hometown and beyond. He acknowledged Juvenile as a trailblazer of the Southern style of hip-hop, an artist who has captivated audiences worldwide. Carter emphasized Juvenile's unwavering representation of New Orleans and Louisiana, stating, "Juvenile is most deserving of the highest recognition for proudly representing the city of New Orleans and the state of Louisiana as a globally recognized musical artist." He extended his sincere wishes for Gray's continued success and acknowledged his pivotal role in popularizing the distinctive New Orleans Bounce style of music around the globe.

Juvenile's journey to stardom commenced as the flagship artist of Cash Money Records, a pioneering record label founded by brothers Ronald "Slim" Williams and Bryan "Birdman" Williams. During the 1990s and early 2000s, Juvenile gained immense popularity as a member of the label's Hot Boys group, alongside fellow artist Lil Wayne.

It was with his third album, the monumental "400 Degreez" released in 1998, that Juvenile soared to new heights. The album achieved an impressive four-times platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America, solidifying Juvenile's position as a powerhouse in the rap industry.

Juvenile's discography boasts chart-topping singles that have left an indelible mark on the music landscape. Memorable tracks such as "Ha," "Back That Azz Up," and the soulful "Slow Motion" featuring the late rapper Soulja Slim have become timeless classics.

This recent honor adds to Juvenile's accolades, as the Louisiana State Legislature unanimously passed a resolution earlier this month to honor his contributions to the hip-hop community and culture. However, the multi-talented artist was not content to rest on his laurels.On Thursday, Juvenile, who previously poked fun at NPR's Tiny Desk series on Twitter by asking, "Wtf is a tiny desk?", surprised his fans by taping a performance for the esteemed platform. This unexpected development came after his followers enthusiastically responded to his challenge, retweeting a tweet that referenced his spiked hard tea, Juvie Juice, over 10,000 times.



DJ Mannie Fresh unveiled the exciting news on his official TikTok account, sharing a behind-the-scenes video from the event. The footage showcased Juvenile and DJ Mannie Fresh surrounded by live musicians, playing music that will undoubtedly resonate with Juvenile's dedicated fanbase.

While the concert's airing date remains unknown, fans can get a preview of the forthcoming spectacle below.
@manniefreshofficial What we up to @Tiny Desk with @Juvenile #tinydesk #manniefresh #juviethegreat #juviejuice #tromboneshorty ♬ original sound - Mannie Fresh

Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Federal Agents Take Boosie Badazz Into Custody Following Court Hearing in San Diego

Torrence Hatch

Baton Rouge rapper Boosie Badazz, born Torrence Hatch, was arrested today by federal agents, according to TMZ. The arrest came after Boosie's court appearance in San Diego, where his ongoing gun case was dismissed.

San Diego police previously arrested Boosie on May 6 during a traffic stop in the Chollas View neighborhood. The specific reason for the stop has not been disclosed by the police, but reports indicate that officers discovered two loaded handguns in his vehicle.Boosie was in San Diego to shoot a music video and had a scheduled performance at the Phantom Lounge and Nightclub in the Gaslamp Quarter. The 40-year-old rapper faced one count of felony possession of a firearm by a prohibited person. If convicted, he could have faced a maximum sentence of three years in state prison.

While Boosie's gun case was dismissed during his court appearance, federal agents apprehended him inside the courtroom regarding another legal matter, as stated by a spokesperson from the San Diego District Attorney's Office.

Presently, details surrounding the circumstances leading to Boosie's arrest remain unknown.

This arrest is the latest encounter with law enforcement for the "Wipe Me Down" rapper. Boosie previously served a five-year prison sentence in Louisiana for drug charges.

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Anita Baker Severs Ties with Babyface After Social Media Backlash

Just one day after venting her frustrations on social media, R&B legend Anita Baker has removed Babyface from her tour.

Taking to Twitter on Tuesday, Baker announced, "After silently enduring cyberbullying, verbal abuse, and threats of violence from the fan base of our special guest/support act, in the interest of personal safety, I will continue The Songstress Tour alone. Appropriate refunds will be made."

The clash between these revered artists began when the 65-year-old songstress accused Babyface, 64, of violating their tour contract by exceeding his allotted performance time and encroaching on her coveted headlining set. Baker sought to clarify the dynamics, emphasizing that Babyface was intended to be a special guest/support act, dispelling the misconception of a co-headlining arrangement that had fueled unrealistic expectations and aggression from his fans towards her.

While their tour, "The Songstress Tour," aimed to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Baker's debut album, tensions escalated as fans of Babyface, dubbed "Kenny's Crazies" by Baker, allegedly took things too far by resorting to threats against the renowned songstress.

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