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Time of India
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'What happened to the other $1.4 million?': DJ Akademiks accuses G Herbo of hypocrisy over non-profit donations
This heated verbal exchange has taken the internet by storm, as DJ Akademiks bashed G Herbo for his plea for media personalities to donate their proceeds to nonprofit organizations. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Leading up to the backlash, Herbo had made such rather controversial remarks on The Adam Friedland Show on July 24, 2025, challenging the likes of Akademiks and DJ Vlad to "give back" to communities they supposedly profit from. Hitting Back: G Herbo Issues a Demand for Accountability Herbert Wright III, better known as G Herbo, caused quite the stir when he stated: "Akademiks, Vlad, all you n***s that made money off of culture and people dying and bloodshed and sh* like that, go donate $20,000 or $50,000 to a non-profit organization that focuses on just the betterment of kids." While it sounded as if he were calling for some sort of reparative justice in the form of financial aid, the reaction was not a good one, most notably coming from Akademiks, who, in a way, suggested Herbo himself might be a little less forthcoming when it comes to money. DJ Akademiks Fires Back with Receipts During the latest Kick stream, DJ Akademiks tried to stay nothing but true. He called out G Herbo for what he saw as blatant hypocritical acts, citing Herbo's 2023 federal case of massive conspiracy to commit fraud. Pulling up a Complex article and what he claimed to be official federal documents, Akademiks accused the rapper of stealing almost $1.5 million through various fraudulent schemes, including luxury purchases and international trips. "You were accused of embezzling and stealing funds $1.5 million dollars. You bought private jets, luxury puppies, went on vacations to Jamaica and all that type of stuff, took b**ches all around the world. You only had to pay back $100,000 in restitution. What happened to the other $1.4 million? Don't you think you should give that back to the grandmas who y'all stole their credit cards?" Critics argue that the fraud case in the past of Herbo dilutes his moral authority to ask others to give to charity. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Supporters of Akademiks laud him for shining a light on selective activism and performative outrage. DJ Vlad and Akademiks Responds to G Herbo Demand of $100k donation /Hip Hop Media list/ Diddy/Tory Broader Strokes The clash between G Herbo and DJ Akademiks transcends the realm of celebrity dispute, speaking volumes about the growing tension about who is entitled to speak on cultural exploitation, community upliftment, and financial ethics in the hip-hop world. For now, it appears neither party is backing down. But as the dust settles, the conversation about transparency, responsibility, and real impact in the world of entertainment continues.
Express Tribune
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Top5 undergoes surgery after UK stabbing, DJ Akademiks shares an update
Canadian rapper Top5 is recovering after undergoing surgery following a stabbing incident in the United Kingdom over the weekend. The attack reportedly took place after he attended Drake's headlining performance at the Wireless Festival. DJ Akademiks provided details about the incident and Top5's condition during a recent Instagram livestream. 'Top5 is good,' Akademiks said. 'He has like a big laceration. It was kinda deep. He lost a lot of blood. He went through the surgery and he's gonna have a full recovery. It's gonna take a little while.' DJ Akademiks Gives Full Details On Toronto Rapper Top5 Getting Stabbed In London, Saying He Has Spoken With Top5 & That He Will Recover Fully While Describing His Injuries, Says The Incident Was NOT Done By Anyone From The UK & Debunks The False Footage #Akademiks #Top5 — Real1Of1TV (@Real1of1TV) July 15, 2025 According to Akademiks, the wound was approximately 17 inches long. He suggested that the attack may have been an attempted murder, noting, 'Somebody definitely tried to kill him.' Akademiks also addressed speculation circulating online. He refuted claims that a video allegedly showing the stabbing was genuine and clarified that the individual in the footage was not Top5. The rapper reportedly told Akademiks that he was separated from his group when the attack occurred. While taking a photo with a fan outside a club, Top5 said he believed he was followed and was ultimately ambushed. Akademiks further distanced the attack from broader UK-related tensions. 'This has got nothing to do with the U.K. Respectfully, it did happen in the U.K., but it's some whole other sh*t,' he said, adding that false narratives were being pushed online. Top5 had previously streamed comments suggesting 'there are no real killers in London,' which some speculated might have incited the attack—claims Akademiks firmly rejected.
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
DJ Akademiks Clowns Ab-Soul For Being Legally Blind In Response To Diss Track
Akademiks has responded to Ab-Soul threatening to 'slap' him, poking fun at the rapper for being legally blind. On Tuesday (May 27), Ab-Soul reignited the lyrical flames on Instagram, jumping into the ongoing rap war between Joey Bada$$ and a host of West Coast emcees with a scathing new track. Known for his introspective bars and fierce loyalty to his peers, the Carson, Calif. rapper used the moment to stand tall for his Black Hippy collaborator Kendrick Lamar—and to issue a personal threat to media personality DJ Akademiks. 'Imma slap Akademiks when I see him,' Ab-Soul raps on the fiery record, which targets Joey Bada$$ and serves as a passionate defense of the West Coast's lyrical legacy. The bar didn't go unnoticed. Akademiks, never one to back down from controversy, swiftly clapped back on social media with a provocative tweet that many perceived as both dismissive and disrespectful. 'Sounds amazing. Just remind that ni**a they won't throw a funeral for him like Nipsey. keep rapping lil ni**a we ain't see u slap nothing yet,' he wrote, comparing Ab-Soul's cultural impact to that of the late Nipsey Hussle. But he didn't stop there. In a subsequent livestream, Akademiks took his criticism further by mocking Ab-Soul's well-documented visual impairment. 'Usually when ni**as attack me they go fat jokes first. I'm like he don't even go fat jokes. This a new angle,' he said. 'Come to find out this bi**h a** ni**a can't even see. He don't know what I look like. In his f**king brain, I'm a stick figure.' Ab-Soul, who has openly spoken about being legally blind due to Stevens-Johnson syndrome, has never shied away from weaving his condition into his music, using it as a lens for both vulnerability and strength. Akademiks' comments, however, sparked a mix of backlash and laughter online, with some fans and artists calling his statements unnecessarily cruel, while others found humor in the live-streamer's remarks. The track that further fuels the feud between Ab-Soul and Akademiks is part of a larger rap war sparked by Joey Bada$$, who recently launched lyrical attacks on several California-based artists including Ray Vaughn, Daylyt, AzChike, Reason, and others. The battle has fueled a new wave of regional tension and pride, with West Coast voices like Ab-Soul stepping up to defend their turf—bar for bar. Listen to Ab-Soul's new song below. More from Pusha T Addresses Drake's UMG Lawsuit Over Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" Joey Bada$$ And Serayah Can "Bearly Wait" For Newborn In Baby Shower Pics Ab-Soul Adds To Joey Bada$$ Vs. West Coast Feud On Untitled Track
Express Tribune
05-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
DJ Akademiks hits back at Charlamagne Tha God over Drake, iHeartMedia, and UMG Lawsuit
DJ Akademiks has hit back at Charlamagne Tha God after The Breakfast Club host mocked his coverage of Drake's legal dispute with iHeartMedia and Universal Music Group (UMG). The exchange follows reports that Drake and iHeart reached an "amicable resolution" regarding allegations of payola in favor of Kendrick Lamar's diss track, "Not Like Us." Charlamagne addressed the situation on The Breakfast Club, poking fun at Akademiks' dedication to covering the case. In response, Akademiks watched the clip on his livestream, calling out Charlamagne and The Breakfast Club for being owned by iHeartMedia and dismissing the idea that Drake's petition lacked merit. "It's absolutely untrue that Drake dropped the petition because there was nothing there," Akademiks stated. "The reality is Drake was asking iHeart for information, documents, and possible payments that could prove they were getting paid by Universal." He also pointed out that the FCC's probe into iHeartMedia for alleged payola practices played a role in the decision. Dj Akademiks responds to charlamagne tha god after he said Ak should report the news that drake dismissed the iheartmedia lawsuit because they did nothing wrong .Ak says they dropped it because the company is being probed by the FCC that's what they didn't mention 👀👀👀 — joebuddenclips/fanpage (@Chatnigga101) March 4, 2025 Drake's legal battle with Universal Music Group (UMG) remains ongoing. The rapper has accused UMG of boosting Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" to damage his brand amid contract negotiations, a claim the label has denied. Beyond legal issues, Drake has also faced a tough week on the charts. His tracks "Gimme a Hug" and "Nokia" have dropped out of the Billboard Hot 100's top 10, while Kendrick Lamar's "Luther" continues to hold the No. 1 spot. Akademiks blamed a lack of radio airplay and label support for Drake's declining chart positions. As the Drake vs. UMG saga unfolds, Akademiks remains vocal about what he sees as industry manipulation, while Charlamagne continues to push back on his takes.
Express Tribune
01-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
DJ Akademiks says Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR's $$$4U gets no radio play due to Drake's UMG feud
Hip-hop commentator DJ Akademiks has sparked debate by claiming that Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR's latest album, 'Some $exy $ongs 4 U', is receiving little to no radio play due to Drake's ongoing issues with Universal Music Group (UMG). In a post on X on February 28, 2025, Akademiks wrote, 'The reason why $$$4U by Drake and Partynextdoor received no radio play so far is because of Drake's issues at UMG.' He explained that the album was released under two labels—Republic Records, a UMG subsidiary, and Santa Anna Group—and that a deal had to be negotiated to resolve promotion conflicts. 'Only 2 songs from the album will be promoted on radio... Labels have deals with radio stations and a deal between the two had to be negotiated before Drake received any airplay. This is how everybody gets to eat off Drake,' Akademiks concluded. The reason why $$$4U by Drake and Partynextdoor received no radio play so far is because of Drakes issues at UMG and how the album was released under 2 labels Republic (which is UMG who Drake is suing) and Santa Anna Group and which labels get to promote the singles. A deal has… — Akademiks TV (@AkademiksTV) February 28, 2025 The tension between Drake and UMG stems from a 2024 lawsuit in which the rapper accused the label of unlawfully promoting Kendrick Lamar's song 'Not Like Us'. Akademiks suggested that this rift has impacted the promotion of 'Some $exy $ongs 4 U', with only two tracks, 'Gimme a Hug' and 'Somebody Loves Me', being pushed by Republic Records and Santa Anna Group, respectively. Despite the limited radio play, Akademiks praised the album, particularly the track 'Nokia', which he predicted would be a Top 5 hit. However, after the song dropped to #13 on the Billboard charts, he accused UMG of manipulation, stating, 'If this song don't go top 5, that's UMG.' As of now, neither Drake nor UMG has publicly addressed Akademiks' claims, leaving fans and industry insiders speculating about the true impact of the legal battle on the album's success.
