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French Montana stepped in to help save a New York City taxi driver after a post-Knicks win celebration near Madison Square Garden last weekend left his livelihood in ruins.On Wednesday (June 17), 59-year-old Algerian immigrant and father, Noureddine Bitat, was presented with a check for $75,000 from French, the New York Taxi Workers Alliance and digital creator Zachery “MDMotivator” Dereniowski after his story went viral.Bitat had just finished a 13-hour shift behind the wheel when chaos erupted following the Knicks’ historic Game 5 NBA Finals win on June 13. According to viral footage circulating online, an overzealous crowd surrounded his…

One of the most unusual stories in professional baseball this season unfolded Thursday night when the York Revolution chose to forfeit a scheduled game rather than move forward after several players refused to wear Pride Night uniforms. The Atlantic League club announced that its matchup against the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs would be ruled a forfeit after an insufficient number of players agreed to wear the team’s special Pride Night jerseys, which featured rainbow-colored sleeves as part of the organization’s annual celebration of the LGBTQ+ community. According to York President and General Manager Ben Shipley, fewer than nine players, the…

Jenesis Brown, known professionally as JENESIS, is a 23-year-old rising artist from Montgomery, Alabama, steadily building a name through authenticity, creativity, and a growing presence in the music industry. Born on August 27, 2002, JENESIS represents a new generation of talent determined to bring fresh energy and perspective to modern music. Coming out of Montgomery, a city with deep cultural roots and an evolving creative scene, JENESIS has embraced the challenge of building an identity that stands apart. Her music reflects emotion, ambition, and personal experiences, allowing listeners to connect with her on a deeper level. This commitment to authenticity…

Memphis producer Tay Keith has reportedly passed away at the age of 29. According to a WSMV 4 report, published on Thursday (June 18), Tay Keith was found dead in his Nashville apartment this afternoon.”No foul play is suspected,” Nashville police said in a statement, adding that his body was discovered as officers performed a welfare check. A cause of death has not yet been determined.Several hip-hop artists, including BlocBoy JB and fellow producer Hitkidd, hopped on their Instagram pages to express their condolences for the late producer.In his IG Story, Blocboy shared a dated photo of himself posing with…

The closer Grand Theft Auto VI gets to release, the more fans are realizing just how dramatic the leap is from Grand Theft Auto V. What started in 2013 on the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 has evolved into a technical showcase that reflects more than a decade of advances in gaming hardware and development. A growing wave of comparison videos and screenshots has put the difference into sharp focus. One of the most noticeable upgrades comes through lighting. GTA 6 delivers realistic reflections, richer shadows, and natural interactions between sunlight and the world thanks to advanced ray tracing technology.…

Houston’s rising rap talent CNN Coon is making a major statement with the release of his highly anticipated new album, Time 2 Choose, now available on all major streaming platforms. The 13-track project showcases the Missouri City native’s growth as both a lyricist and storyteller while reinforcing his position as one of the South’s emerging voices in hip-hop. The album arrives on the heels of increasing buzz surrounding CNN Coon’s collaborations and steadily expanding fanbase throughout Texas and beyond.Born Devin McCoy, CNN Coon proudly represents Missouri City, Texas, commonly known throughout the Houston area as “Mo City.” Influenced by Southern…

Soulja Boy’s ex-girlfriend is moving to sell his music residuals to collect on a $4 million judgment, mirroring Blueface’s recent royalty seizure to Soulja’s baby mama. Soulja Boy is facing a new financial reckoning as his ex-girlfriend moves to liquidate his music residuals to collect on a nearly $4 million judgment against him. According to court documents obtained by TMZ, the woman who initially worked as his personal assistant and later became romantically involved with the rapper has filed notice to sell his Broadcast Music residuals to the highest bidder. The filing comes after a jury trial concluded in April…

Russell Simmons loses his biggest legal defense as New York judge rules the Def Jam founder must face a rape lawsuit from a former executive. Russell Simmons just watched his biggest legal shield crumble in New York state court. A judge rejected his latest attempt to dismiss a rape lawsuit filed by a former Def Jam executive, ruling Tuesday that his move to Indonesia doesn’t protect him from facing his accuser in court. The 35-year-old music mogul had successfully used his overseas residency to block a federal case last year, but Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Adam Silvera said that trick…

With New York still buzzing from the Knicks’ historic playoff run and anticipation building ahead of the team’s championship parade, stopped by SiriusXM’s Wu Wednesdays alongside legendary DJ to discuss basketball, Wu-Tang’s connection to the city, and the impact the group may have had on the team’s postseason momentum. During the show, RZA fielded questions from fans through SiriusXM’s interactive WuTalk hotline, where listeners can leave messages and questions for the Wu-Tang mastermind. One topic that quickly surfaced was Wu-Tang Clan’s halftime performance during Game 4 and whether the group’s appearance helped energize the Knicks during their playoff push. While giving credit to the players and…

Common and John Legend delivered a powerful performance of their Oscar-winning song “Glory” at the Obama Presidential Center Opening Ceremony in Chicago.On Thursday (June 18), former 44th President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama celebrated the opening of the Obama Presidential Center with a star-studded event in Chicago. The opening festivities featured performances from various music stars, including Jennifer Hudson, Christina Aguilera, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder and others.Common and John Legend, uplifted the crowd with their glorious performances. First, Legend sat behind the piano and delivered a soulful rendition of “Someday We’ll All Be Free” from the late…