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Jodeci’s Devante Swing Accused Of “Aiding” Diddy In Teen Girl Rape

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The snowball effect has really been thematic in the Diddy federal racketeering/ sex trafficking saga and now more accusations are piling up with another Bad Boy artists attached to the drama.

Jodeci member/producer Devante Swing has been accused in the rape of a 16-year-old in which DIddy and Guy front man Aaron Hall have already been implicated earlier this year. The rape charge, which allegedly occurred in 1990, has has added Swing to the list of defendants for being in the same room.

The suit, which was obtained by Rolling Stone, states, “Unbeknownst to Ms. Gardner at the time, Defendant Swing was in the room when this assault took place and did not take any steps to prevent this abuse from occurring.” A sworn statement given by a witness also states that Swing was “leaning against the wall or furniture or something, watching whatever Puffy was doing to Liza.[Gardner].”

The R&B producer was reportedly Gardner’s co-guardian at the time of the alleged rape.

The lawsuit claims Swing “had a duty to protect [Gardner] as her parents entrusted him with her safety. He trafficked and or coerced the child [to] travel across state lines from North Carolina to New York and New Jersey with the hidden intention of providing the child with alcohol, and marijuana and prostituting the child to his A&R Combs [Diddy].”

Swing nor any of his representatives have responded to these allegations.

Liza Gardner was one of the first people to file rape charges against Diddy following the very public lawsuit filed by Cassie, which has spawned into the Bad Boy mogul’s current rape, racketeering and sex trafficking charges that he his faced with in federal court.

“At the time Combs assaulted Ms. Gardner, she recalls feeling the side effects of the alcohol. She recalls Combs mounting her, and forcing up her skirt, pulling her underwear to the side and forcefully penetrating her,” her lawsuit says.

Diddy’s attorneys have denied these claims and scoffed them off as a mere “money grab”. Diddy’s trial date has recently been forecasted to take place in April or May of 2025.

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Jodeci Set To Rock Las Vegas In 2024

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Jodeci is gearing up for an unforgettable residency in Las Vegas. Titled, “Jodeci – The Show, The After Party, The Las Vegas Residency,” the group is set to grace the Sin City stage, and fans can expect an electrifying performance filled with their timeless classics and unmatched energy. 

Jodeci Is Back

Jodeci, the iconic R&B group known for their soulful hits, will be embarking on their “Jodeci – The Show, The After Party, The Las Vegas Residency” at the House of Blues.

The popular 90s group’s Las Vegas residency will consist of a series of shows, with the first set of performances running from March 15 to March 25, 2024, and the second set from July 5 to July 13, 2024. This highly anticipated residency comes after the group’s successful co-headlining tour, the Summer Block Party Tour, alongside SWV and Dru Hill.

The Residency

The residency is a tribute to their platinum-selling third album, The Show, The After Party, The Hotel, which was released in 1995. Known for their mesmerizing harmonies and soul-stirring ballads, Jodeci has left an indelible mark on the R&B genre. 

Their upcoming shows promise to be a nostalgic journey through their greatest hits and celebrate their enduring legacy.

Presale tickets for Jodeci’s residency will be available on December 13, 2023, at 10 a.m. PT, while the general sale will commence on December 16, 2023, at 10 a.m. PT. Citi card members and customers of House of Blues, Live Nation, and Ticketmaster customers will have early access to secure their seats. 

Fans Express Excitement

The demand for tickets is expected to be high, as fans from all over are eager to witness the “Come and Talk To Me” singers’ legendary performances. Additionally, the announcement of Jodeci’s Vegas residency has sparked fan excitement on social media. 

Many took to Instagram to express their enthusiasm, with one user exclaiming, “Have mercy! Take my money! Take my car!” Another fan shared, “This is so dope!! Next stop R&R Hall of Fame and the White House library because they started a whole culture shift. Congrats, guys!”

As the countdown to Jodeci’s Las Vegas residency begins, fans are gearing up for an unforgettable experience. The group’s unparalleled talent and timeless music continue to resonate, making their upcoming shows a must-see event for music lovers everywhere.

‘The Culture Tour’

Speaking of tours, Jodeci, New Edition, and Charlie Wilson embarked on The Culture Tour in 2022. The tour commenced in Columbus, Georgia, on February 16 and concluded in Miami, Florida, on April 10.

New Edition’s Las Vegas Residency

The resurgence of classic R&B is gaining momentum, with various legendary artists announcing their Las Vegas residencies. Joining the ranks of exciting performers, Jodeci will bring their signature style and unparalleled energy to the Las Vegas Strip in 2024. This resurgence of classic R&B acts like Jodeci and New Edition ignites nostalgia and excitement among fans, showcasing the enduring power of soulful music.

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Jodeci Announces Las Vegas Residency: ‘THE SHOW, THE AFTER PARTY, THE VEGAS RESIDENCY’

Jodeci Announces Las Vegas Residency: 'THE SHOW, THE AFTER PARTY, THE VEGAS RESIDENCY'

Legendary R&B group Jodeci is set to captivate Las Vegas with their highly anticipated residency, “JODECI – THE SHOW, THE AFTER PARTY, THE VEGAS RESIDENCY,” starting on March 15, 2024, at the House of Blues Las Vegas in Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino.

Fan pre-sale tickets kick off on Wednesday, Dec. 13, at 10 a.m. PT, with Citi cardmembers enjoying exclusive access through the Citi Entertainment program until Dec. 15 at 10 p.m. PT. Additionally, House of Blues, Live Nation, and Ticketmaster customers can participate in a pre-sale starting Thursday, Dec. 14, at 10 a.m. PT. All pre-sales conclude on Dec. 15 at 10 p.m. PT.

Tickets for the residency, promising unforgettable performances, can be purchased at HouseofBlues.com/LasVegas, MandalayBay.com, Ticketmaster.com, or by calling 702-632-7600. Showtime for all performances is 8:30 p.m. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the magic of Jodeci live in Las Vegas.

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Women’s History Month: The Women Behind Hip-Hop Fashion

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Hip-Hop can’t be properly celebrated without acknowledging the fashions that were birthed. Over the years, many female fashion designers have made significant contributions to hip-hop. All from designing clothing lines and creating iconic looks for some of the most influential artists. SOHH, Let’s take a look at the women that made a huge impact in […]

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Today In Hip Hop History: Mary J. Blige Dropped Her Second LP ‘My Life’ 28 Years Ago

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On this day in 1994, the Queen of Hip Hop/R&B Mary J. Blige released what is possibly her best work to date, her sophomore ‘My Life’ album.

Produced by Diddy, who was then recognized as Sean “Puffy” Combs on his skyrocketing Bad Boy imprint, MJB’s album appealed to so many because of her relatable experiences with drug abuse, domestic abuse, and depression. Very similar to her debut ‘What’s The 411?’, My Life has an extremely familiar Hip Hop feel, as did the other Bad Boy R&B acts such as Jodeci, Carl Thomas, and a then-unknown Faith Evans.

Some of the album’s unforgettable hits include the metamorphic “Be Happy,” the Rick James-fueled “Mary Jane,” “I’m Goin’ Down,” and the classic Roy Ayers-influenced title track. Alongside Puffy, producers such as Chucky Thompson, Herb Middleton, and the Trackmasterz’ Poke held it down behind the boards for Mary.

This triple platinum-selling album was named one of Rolling Stone’s Top 500 Albums(279) and Time Magazine named it in their Top 100.

Salute to MJB, Diddy, and everyone else at Bad Boy who was involved with this timeless classic!

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Today In Hip Hop History: Mary J. Blige Dropped Her Second LP ‘My Life’ 27 Years Ago

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On this day in 1994, the Queen of Hip Hop/R&B Mary J. Blige released what is possibly her best work to date, her sophomore ‘My Life’ album.

Produced by Diddy, who was then recognized as Sean “Puffy” Combs on his skyrocketing Bad Boy imprint, MJB’s album appealed to so many because of her relatable experiences with drug abuse, domestic abuse, and depression. Very similar to her debut ‘What’s The 411?’, My Life has an extremely familiar Hip Hop feel, as did the other Bad Boy R&B acts such as Jodeci, Carl Thomas, and a then-unknown Faith Evans.

Some of the album’s unforgettable hits include the metamorphic “Be Happy”, the Rick James fueled “Mary Jane”, “I’m Goin’ Down” and the classic, Roy Ayers influenced title track. Alongside Puffy, producers such as Chucky Thompson, Herb Middleton, and the Trackmasterz’ Poke held it down behind the boards for Mary.

This triple platinum-selling album was named one of Rolling Stone’s Top 500 Albums(279) and Time Magazine named it in their Top 100.

Salute to MJB, Diddy, and everyone else at Bad Boy who was involved with this timeless classic!

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Dru Hill Challenges Jodeci & Boyz II Men to Verzuz Battle

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90s R&B hitmakers, Dru Hill, are ready to take on the Verzuz stage. The group, now consisting of Sisqo, Nokio, Smoke, and Black after several member swaps —  has called out several other R&B groups, challenging them to a Verzuz showdown. Dru Hill Ready for the Verzuz night Dru Hill took to social media to […]

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BET Is Developing A Miniseries On Andre Harrell’s Uptown Records

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One of the culture’s most influential movements is about to get their story properly told. A project based on Uptown Records is on the way.

Deadline is confirming that BET Networks has given green light to a miniseries on the record label that birth the careers of Jodeci and Mary J. Blige. According to the story Uptown will be a three part originally scripted show that will highlight the inner workings of Andre Harrell’s brain child. Jesse Collins Entertainment (The New Edition Story, The Bobby Brown Story) will be in charge of production.

Harrell detailed his enthusiasm in a formal statement. “I am thrilled to partner with BET Networks and Jesse Collins Entertainment to share my story, the rise of Uptown Records and successful black entrepreneurship, and the management and cultivation of some of the most iconic artists to come out of the late 80s and 90s hip hop, R&B, and soul music era,” he stated.

Uptown Records not only produced several classic albums but is credited for popularizing the New Jack Swing sound, a style that merged R&B and Hip-Hop together. Diddy FKA Puff Daddy got his professional start as an intern at the company where he quickly rose up the ranks as a the hottest A&R in the music industry.

Uptown is scheduled to air on BET Networks in 2020.

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Today In Hip Hop History: Mary J. Bligew Dropped Her Second LP ‘My Life’ 24 Years Ago

On this day in 1994, the Queen of Hip Hop/R&B Mary J. Blige released what is possibly her best work to date, he sophomore ‘My Life’ album.

Produced by Diddy, who was then recognized as Sean “Puffy” Combs on his skyrocketing Bad Boy imprint, MJB’s album appealed to so many because of her relatable experiences with drug abuse, domestic abuse and depression. Very similar to her debut ‘What’s The 411?’, My Life has an extremely familiar Hip Hop feel, as did the other Bad Boy R&B acts such as Jodeci, Carl Thomas and a then unknown Faith Evans.

Some of the album’s unforgettable hits include the metamorphic “Be Happy”, the Rick James fueled “Mary Jane”, “I’m Goin’ Down” and the classic, Roy Ayers influenced title track. Alongside Puffy, producers such as Chucky Thompson, Herb Middleton and the Trackmasterz’ Poke held it down behind the boards for Mary.

This triple platinum selling album was named one of Rolling Stone’s Top 500 Albums(279) and Time Magazine named it in their Top 100.

Salute to MJB, Diddy, and everyone else at Bad Boy who was involved with this timeless classic!

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