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K’naan, rapper behind Wavin’ Flag megahit, charged with sexual assault in Quebec City
MontrealK'naan, one of Canada's most successful rappers who is best known for his 2009 megahit Wavin' Flag, has been charged with sexual assault in Quebec City.Alleged incident took place during Quebec City summer festival in 2010CBC News · Posted: Sep 26, 2024 11:01 AM EDT | Last Updated: September 26Successful Canadian rapper K'naan charged with sexual assault
Chino XL, Rapper Known for Potent Lyricism, Dead at 50
The rap veteran had just joined Rakim on "Pendulum Swing" last week Chino XL, the rapper whose bold lyricism and relentless fearlessness garnered both respect and controversy throughout his career, has died at the age of 50. In a joint statement released on Tuesday, the family of the New York rapper, born Derek Emmanuel Barbosa
Rapper Daddy Yankee Invests In Padel, The Rich Man’s Version Of Pickleball: What’s The Difference?
Originating in the 1960s, the racquet sport known as "padel" (not "paddle") has seen a surge in popularity, particularly in Spain and Latin America. In recent years, padel clubs have become increasingly common in the US, with financiers and ex-athletes renting out the glass-walled courts at astronomical prices. This article explores the rise of padel
Ghanaian Rapper Manifest Ranks SA As Africa’s #1 For Talented Rappers
Ghanaian Rapper Manifest Ranks SA As Africa’s #1 For Talented Rappers. South Africa has come out on top for many things from being one of the powerhouse countries in Africa to having a plethora of musical talents clearly, South Ah is who she thinks she is. Ghanaian Rapper Manifest Ranks SA As Africa’s #1 For
Ottawa rapper who killed for fame testifies in own defence
The first-degree murder case against Adrian Daou is anchored in his February 2013 confession to police. Published Jun 15, 2023 • Last updated Jun 18, 2023 • 4 minute read A family photo of Jennifer Stewart, 36, who was attacked with an axe and killed on Aug. 19, 2010. Photo by Bethany L. Stewart /Handout
Reservoir Inks Publishing Deal with Writer/Rapper Armani White — The Viral “Billie Eilish” Rapper
Photo Credit: Chad GriffithReservoir has announced a new publishing deal with viral rap sensation Armani White.This is White’s first publishing deal and includes his full catalog, featuring the viral hit “BILLIE EILISH” and future works. White rose to fame thanks to the 90-second bop made for social virality. It has garnered more than 40 billion
Miami rapper Baby Cino was shot and killed less than an hour after being released from prison, according to reports. The 20-year-old born Timothy Starks was released from the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center in Miami-Dade County last Wednesday (March 16) after posting bond. He is said to have been picked up from the prison…
Rapper Lil Mama ‘Memba Her?!
Rapper Lil Mama 'Memba Her?! 3/3/2022 12:01 AM PT New York City native Lil Mama (real name Niatia Jessica Kirkland) was only 17 years old when she shot to stardom after she released her Billboard charting first -- and only -- album 'Voice Of The Young People' back in 2008 ... which included the smash…
Rapper Pooh Shiesty Pleads Guilty to Firearms Conspiracy Charge
Photo: Paras Griffin/Getty Images Rapper Pooh Shiesty, legal name Lontrell D. Williams, pleaded guilty to a firearms conspiracy charge after allegedly shooting two men at a Florida hotel in October 2020, according to a report from the Department of Justice in Miami and Rolling Stone. Federal prosecutors have also dropped three other charges due to…