Eric Holder won’t be able to sidestep his conviction for the murder of Nipsey Hussle. According to AllHipHop, the conviction was upheld by a three-judge panel.
The appeals court notes: “Nothing in the trial court’s rulings prevented appellant from arguing objective and subjective provocation to the jury or from clearly articulating the defense theory that ‘appellant acted in the heat of passion as a result of being publicly called a snitch’ by ‘the famous, the great Nipsey Hussle,’ The trial court did not abuse its discretion in prohibiting defense counsel from telling the jury what appellant was thinking and feeling at the time of the shooting to explain appellant’s conduct.”
Holder was previously sentenced to 60 years in prison after being found guilty of first-degree murder, attempted voluntary manslaughter, assault with a firearm, and possession of a firearm by a felon.
Last week, several reports confirmed that Boot Camp Clik co-founder BuckshotShorty was the victim of a vicious attack in his home borough of Brooklyn, resulting in the “Who Got The Props” rapper being hospitalized with serious injuries.
Today, the Boot Camp Clik put out a collective statement via social media with an update on Buck’s condition as well as a notice to have all videos of the unprovoked assault to be taken down.
There are still no suspects nor a motive for this attack. The assault occurred in the Flatbush section of Brooklyn, where Buckshot, whose real name is Kenyatta Blake, is known to reside.
BuckshotShorty’s acclaim comes with over three decades of history in Hip Hop since the launch of Black Moon’s 1993 debut album Enta Da Stage. This album spawned the career of several legendary notables in the culture including Smif N’ Wessun and Heltah Skeltah, one of whose members is the late Sean Price.
Diddy’s children gathered on Monday (Nov. 4) to wish the jailed mogul a Happy Birthday. Diddy is bringing in his 55th birthday behind bars, and a video shows his seven children – Quincy, Justin, Christian, Chance, twins D’Lila and Jessie, and Love – extend their birthday wishes.
Diddy responded, “I love y’all so much” to the birthday wishes. “I just want to say I’m proud of ya’ll, especially the girls,” he added. “Thank y’all for being strong and thank y’all for being by my side and supporting me. I love y’all. I got the best family in the world.”
He closed the moment by stating he was thankful for the call and that it made his birthday happy. You can see the moment below.
Drake is being criticized by ATL Hip-Hop pioneer Jermaine Dupri for not attending the historic LilWeezyAna Festival honoring Lil Wayne in New Orleans over the weekend.
Dupri let Drake feel the heat after the festival, but Drizzy was tied up courtside at the Toronto Raptors game.
Dupri wrote on X (formerly Twitter), “This is amazing !! Southern HipHop at its best,” before adding: “I cant believe drake missed that, couldn’t have been me.” The So So Def founder then added, “Pardon me for getting excited about the amazing show they just had, ima HipHop nigga and this was a moment.”
Dupri was referring to the monumental reunion of all the Hot Boys members, including Turk, B.G., Mannie Fresh, and Juvenile. This was the first time all Hot Boys were on stage together in over 25 years.
Cash Money head honcho Birdman and in-house producer Mannie Fresh joined the crew on stage to perform “I Need a Hot Girl,” sealing the Cash Money reunion after decades of feuding and legal issues.
To cap off the historic moment, Mayor LaToya Cantrell and NOLA rap legend Master P gave Weezy his own day and the key to the City of New Orleans.
On this date in 1996, Tupac Amaru Shakur posthumously released the final album of his illustrious career.
26 years ago today, just two months after the untimely murder of Tupac on the Las Vegas strip alongside Death Row Records CEO Suge Knight, the fifth and final album, Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory, was released. Recognized as ‘Pac’s most influential body of work, the Killuminati album was not only his most controversial, but its concept still has many of his fans believing that ‘Pac is still alive. Besides his beef with Nas, Jay-Z, B.I.G., and almost any relevant New York rapper you can think of, the album hinges on the life of Makaveli, a play on the name of Italian writer and philosopher Nicollo Machiavelli, who is believed to have staged his death.
The album was originally set to be dropped in March of 1997, but after Shakur was killed, Death Row bossSuge Knight released the album four months later. Ironically, Brooklyn rap rival Notorious B.I.G. was shot down in Los Angeles, California, on March 9, 1997.
The album, recorded in 12 days in August 1996, featured a list of timeless, classic singles, including “Hail Mary,” “Me And My Girlfriend,” and “Against All Odds,” all of which were remade by premiere artists after Shakur’s death. The 5X platinum album has been listed as one of the top-selling Hip-Hop albums of all time.
Legendary singer and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Dionne Warwick recently paid tribute to Grammy and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame titan Quincy Jones, celebrating his lasting influence on music and entertainment. Warwick, a Grammy winner herself, recalled Jones’s unparalleled impact and his timeless contributions to shaping the industry.
“Another music icon has made his transition. My dear friend and mentor is now a part of that great orchestra in heaven. Quincy meant a lot to me and I will certainly miss him as will so many others. His presence will continue to be felt through the many musical talents he produced over the years. My condolences to his family. May he rest in peace”
– Dionne Warwick
Known for his musical genius across genres, Jones has left an indelible mark, inspiring countless artists. Warwick’s heartfelt words highlighted the deep respect and admiration Jones has earned over his decades-long career as a producer, arranger, and visionary in modern music.
Just in time for the holiday season, Madame Tussauds New York has unveiled a stunning new wax figure of Mariah Carey, the legendary “Queen of Christmas” and top-selling female artist. The new figure’s debut comes as Carey kicks off her highly-anticipated Christmas Time Tour, making this moment even more magical for fans.
The figure captures Carey’s iconic holiday spirit with a glistening red sequined gown inspired by Marilyn Monroe, echoing her glamorous look from her Mariah Carey’s Magical Christmas Apple TV+ special. In a personal touch from Carey herself, the wax figure is framed by a giant wreath adorned with lights and life-sized nutcrackers featuring Jack Russell Terrier designs as a nod to Carey’s love for her canine companions.
Crafted over nine months, the figure was meticulously sculpted by 20 artists who worked to perfect every detail, from her signature curls to her radiant smile. “It’s surreal! I never would have believed how lifelike my wax figure would be,” said Carey. “The whole room is a complete transformation into Christmastime. It feels like the perfect home for my wax figure!”
The new Mariah Carey figure reigns in the “Seasons of New York City” area, a newly expanded section of Madame Tussauds celebrating NYC’s four seasons. Here, guests can stroll through a snowy winter wonderland, pose with Timothée Chalamet in autumn, or even enjoy springtime under cherry blossoms with Selena Gomez. This immersive area is part of a multimillion-dollar renovation, enhancing the museum’s interactive offerings.
“We are absolutely honored to welcome the iconic Mariah Carey to the museum,” said Tiago Mogadouro, Head of Marketing, Madame Tussauds New York. “As a living legend whose music and influence have shaped generations, she is the perfect figure to highlight in the Christmas portion of the new Seasons of New York. We couldn’t imagine a more fitting addition to this special area of Madame Tussauds New York.”
With over 200 million albums sold, 19 No. 1 singles, and a holiday anthem—All I Want For Christmas Is You—that continues to break records, Carey is a true music icon. Fans can catch her live on her Christmas Time Tour, visiting 20 cities across the U.S. from November 6 to December 17, with tickets available on LiveNation.com.
For those in NYC, Madame Tussauds is a must-visit this season to celebrate with Mariah’s wax twin and dive into the Christmas magic!
