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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Adin Ross Claims He Lost Millions In Brand Deals After Dissing Megan Thee Stallion, Doechii
Controversial streamer Adin Ross is once again at the center of public scrutiny after revealing he recently lost two lucrative brand deals — fallout many are linking to his inflammatory remarks about rap stars Megan Thee Stallion and Doechii. During a livestream with DJ Akademiks on Wednesday (May 14), Ross expressed visible frustration over the lost opportunities, which he suggested were related to both recent controversies and broader public perception of him and fellow content creator DDG. 'I'm so mad. My PR was finally getting better,' Ross vented. 'I had two deals lined up — same with DDG — lost both of them,' he added, referencing DDG's own public issues following allegations of abuse involving singer Halle Bailey. Ross made it clear that, for him, the issue goes beyond financial loss. 'I'm mad as f**k, Ak. It's not even about the money. It's just 'cause I wanted to do it. That's the reality of how the world works,' he said. The timing of the deals' collapse coincides with widespread backlash Ross received after making a series of offensive comments on stream about two prominent women in Hip-Hop. Speaking about Megan Thee Stallion, who was shot by Tory Lanez in a 2020 incident that led to Lanez being sentenced to 10 years in prison, Ross appeared to cast doubt on her account. 'Show the bullet wound, bi**h. They lied on my man's name,' he said during a joint stream with fellow content creators ZIAS! and — remarks that were quickly condemned online. Ross also targeted Doechii, the rising rap star and 2024 GRAMMY Award winner, who has gained recognition for both her music and her unapologetically bold public persona. Referring to her behavior while preparing for the 2025 Met Gala, in which she demanded her team to retrieve 'more f**king umbrellas,' Ross launched a tirade against the artist. 'She's an entitled, unintelligent piece of sh*t,' he said of Doechii, before calling for fans to boycott her work altogether. 'Stop listening to her music.' He then criticized fellow artists who have collaborated with her, singling out Playboi Carti and The Weeknd (Abel Tesfaye) for clearing her appearance on a recent track. '[Playboi] Carti and Abel, why would you give her a feature on a remix? You shouldn't have cleared it,' Ross stated. While Ross did not name the companies behind the pulled deals, his recent outbursts appear to have seriously impacted his marketability, even as he continues to hold a sizable audience on platforms like Kick and YouTube. Whether the backlash will affect his long-term career remains to be seen, but for now, Ross' remarks have clearly cost him more than just online criticism — they've begun to cost him real money. See Adin Ross speak on his alleged lost brand deals below. More from Megan Thee Stallion Addresses Rumored Met Gala Ban Megan Thee Stallion's Lawyer Answers Tory Lanez Not-Guilty Claim Tory Lanez's Team Claims Kelsey Harris' Bodyguard Said She Shot Megan Thee Stallion, Not Tory
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ye Confirms This Rising Rap Star Ghostwrote His New ‘Cuck' Album
Ye has confirmed that he didn't write any of the songs on his forthcoming album, crediting the rhymes to Dave Blunts, a relatively unknown artist he's seemingly taken under his creative wing. In a clip that surfaced online, Blunts revealed that he was the sole author of Ye's lyrics on Cuck, the 48-year-old's highly anticipated release. 'Every song on that album… I wrote that sh*t, me,' Blunts said of his work on the project. According to Blunts, the creation of the album was the sum of 'one man going between hurt, betrayal and pain and he's putting that sh*t down,' an account Ye himself has since confirmed. 'This is true,' the GRAMMY Award winning artist and producer wrote in a post on X. 'We would talk for hours, then he'd write three songs in a day,' Ye said of his time with Blunts, who he recently deemed as his current favorite rap artist in a previous social media post after being introduced to his music Originally titled WW3, Cuck has yet to receive a release date, but has already caused waves amongst Hip-Hop fans and beyond. Much of this buzz is off strength of a snippet of Ye's new song, 'Cousins,' in which he admits to having had an incestuous relationship with a male cousin during his prepubescent and teen years. 'Hanging with my cousin reading dirty magazines/ We seen some ni**as kiss and we ain't know what that sh*t mean/ Then we start reenacting everything that we had seen/ That's when I gave my cousin head,' the controversial hitmaker rhymes on the track, which surfaced earlier this week. Ye would later reveal that the inspiration behind the song was based on his real-life experience, writing, 'My name is Ye and I sucked my cousins dick till I was 14″ in an X post following the snippet's release. As for Cuck's release date, nothing is concrete, as has been the case with recent efforts by Ye, yet Blunts is under the belief the album will be unveiled in short order. 'It's coming soon. I know it's coming soon. And I know that it will drop, but I don't know when it is.' More from Ye Claims Playboi Carti Came To His Hotel Armed With A Gun Ye Disses Cam'ron For Saying He Put A "Stain" On Chicago, And Cam Responds Exactly How You Think He Would Ye Claims Kendrick Lamar Was Almost Featured On 'Donda'
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Drake Reportedly Backs Off On Key Allegations In UMG 'Not Like Us' Lawsuit
Drake is reportedly backing away from several key claims made against music conglomerate Universal Music Group in his ongoing lawsuit. This development could lead to a potential dismissal of the case. In a letter to the court filed on (Feb. 21), UMG lawyer Rollin A. Ransom wrote that Drake has informed him and his legal team that he will drop allegations he initially included in the lawsuit against the company. '[P]ursuant to separate correspondence, Plaintiff has agreed to withdraw certain key allegations in his complaint,' the filing reads. However, the exact claims the filing refers to are not specified. Universal now has until March 17 to file a motion to dismiss the lawsuit entirely, which stems from Drake's belief that UMG conspired to boost the popularity and success of Kendrick Lamar's hit single, 'Not Like Us,' in an attempt to damage his brand. According to the lawsuit, UMG 'approved, published, and launched a campaign to create a viral hit out of a rap track that falsely accuses Drake of being a pedophile and calls for violent retribution against him.' The rapper says this was done to negatively impact his leverage in potential renegotiations of his contract with UMG, whom the rapper has been signed under for the majority of his musical career. 'UMG anticipated that extending Drake's contract would be costly,' the original lawsuit reads. 'By devaluing Drake's music and brand, UMG would gain leverage to force Drake to sign a new deal on terms more favorable to UMG.' The hitmaker accused UMG of participating in 'unlawful' practices, such as paying for fake streams and radio airplay for 'Not Like Us.' Furthermore, he blamed the 'violence and vitriol' he claims to have been subjected to in the wake of 'Not Like Us' on Universal, as he says he was forced to pull his son, Adonis, out of elementary school, and move his mother out of Toronto due to 'safety concerns.' Released during his epic rap war with Kendrick Lamar, 'Not Like Us' has become one of the biggest and most critically acclaimed hits in recent memory. Topping the Billboard Hot 100 chart for several weeks, the song became the second rap song in history to win a GRAMMY Award for Song of the Year and Record of the Year, one of many honors the track has received over the last several months. Drake recently returned to the top of the charts with Some Sexy Songs 4 U, his collaborative album with PARTYNEXTDOOR. The longplayer debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, unseating Kendrick's own 2024 album, GNX, from the top position. More from Drake, PARTYNEXTDOOR Achieve Multiple Milestones With '$ome $exy $ongs 4 U' Kevin Durant Accused Of Throwing Shade At Kendrick Lamar In Defense Of J. Cole DJ Khaled Receives Bizarre "RIP Drake" Coffin Delivered To His Florida Home
Associated Press
25-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
LatiNation Media and Busy Bee Productions Premiere Chiquis' ‘Foodie on the Go' Series Thursday, March 13 at 8:30 P.M. ET/5:30 P.M. PT on LATV, LatiNation Fast Channels, and the LatiNation+ App
Chiquis – Three Time Latin GRAMMY Award Winner, Entrepreneur, and Producer - Shines Spotlight on Restaurants and Small Food Businesses in a New Food and Travel Series First Episode takes Chiquis to Chicago to Visit Volare Italian Restaurant; Episode Two features Solvang, CA, Peasants Feast Restaurant Series Episodes Premiere every Thursday through April 17 LOS ANGELES, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LatiNation Media, the Latino-owned multiplatform media network for the 18+ audience, will premiere its original docu-series Chiquis' Foodie on the Go on Thursday, March 13 at 8:30 p.m. ET/5:30 p.m. PT on its LATV linear channel, LatiNation FAST channels, and available everywhere on the LatiNation+ app including on iOS and Android . In Foodie on the Go, Chiquis travels across the U.S. to meet top chefs and owners at some of the country's most culturally significant restaurants and join them in their kitchens. She explores the stories and recipes behind beloved local spots and small businesses, highlighting the connection between food, family, and the local community. The series, produced by her Busy Bee Productions and LatiNation Media, will run through April 17. EPISODE ONE (March 13): Chicago – Volare Restaurant Chiquis visits Volare, a renowned family-owned Italian restaurant in Chicago, led by Chef Massimo, a Bologna, Italy native. Together, they prepare two of the restaurant's most popular dishes: squid ink risotto with seafood and tiramisu. Volare has been a community staple for 27 years, serving traditional Italian cuisine with Sardinian influences and modern touches. Chicago, home to the third-largest Italian American population in the U.S., embraces Volare as a culinary cornerstone. EPISODE TWO (March 20): Solvang, CA – Peasants Feast Chiquis explores Solvang, a town with deep Danish heritage in Santa Barbara County on California's central coast, where she meets Chef Michael Cherney at the beloved Peasants Feast. Together, they prepare the restaurant's signature dishes: the Copenhagen Caesar Salad and the Solvang Hot Chicken Sandwich. Chef Michael and his wife, Sarah, opened the restaurant during the pandemic, inspired by their parents' love for food and a desire to honor local farmers. Chiquis is moved by their perseverance, noting how their risk in uncertain times has paid off. Each dish reflects a deep appreciation for love, family, and community. Chiquis said, 'When I travel, one of the first things I do is find the best local restaurants and learn their story. I get inspired by food – who is creating it, the ingredients, the aromas, the brilliant mistakes that make a great dish. I wanted to make a show that tells the journey of inspiring chefs and owners who have their own immigrant story, who have inspired me to connect with their culture through their dishes and the people making and serving the food.' ABOUT THE SERIES: In the 30-minute series Foodie on the Go, Chiquis embarks on epic road trips to uncover the country's most unique and delicious eats. From 5-star restaurants to food trucks, neighborhood staples, and street food carts, each episode features Chiquis engaging with chefs and staff while savoring their creations. Chiquis' natural charm brings out the rich stories behind the food and the vibrant personalities of the people who make it. With a passion for supporting small businesses, the series celebrates local entrepreneurs and their love for cooking and culinary creativity. Locations include Chicago's Volare restaurant, Los Angeles' restaurants Mex Peru Gipsy, and Yang Chow, Miami's iconic Versailles, and Solvang restaurant Peasants Feast. Executive Producers are Chiquis, Richard Bull, Sebastian Jimenez, LatiNation Media's Andres Palencia, Bruno Ulloa, and Flavio Morales. Chiquis' Busy Bee Productions produced the series with LatiNation Media. ABOUT CHIQUIS Chiquis is a dynamic force in the entertainment industry - a three-time Latin GRAMMY award-winning artist, 2025 GRAMMY nominee, businesswoman, entrepreneur, author, and media personality. Her journey to success is marked by remarkable achievements and a relentless drive to inspire and empower others. In 2024, Chiquis released her fifth studio album, Diamantes, which earned her a third Latin GRAMMY for Best Banda Music Album and a 2025 GRAMMY nomination for Best Música Mexicana Álbum. Beyond music, she has her top-rated podcast, 'Chiquis and Chill,' and a thriving social media presence, allowing Chiquis to continue to connect with millions of fans around the globe. In 2023, Chiquis expanded her reach by co-founding Busy Bee Productions alongside established industry professionals Sebastian Jimenez and Richard Bull. Committed to creating impactful and inclusive content, the company aims to amplify diverse voices and share authentic stories that resonate with audiences worldwide. Busy Bee Productions' first project was the 'Chiquis Sin Filtro' docu-series, which became VIX's #1-rated show in the United States. About LatiNation Media LatiNation Media is a bilingual, multi-platform media company whose mission is to transform Latino representation in the modern media landscape by creating content that organically represents today's Latino experience. We distribute across every platform, including linear TV, streaming, web, mobile, and social media. LatiNation Media's brands include Latino Alternative Television (LATV) linear and LatiNation FAST Network, LatiNation Digital, LatiNation Studios, and LatiNation Creative. Grounded in over two decades of award-winning bilingual content, its flagship linear channel LATV is seen in 81% of U.S. Hispanic Households and the top 43 U.S. DMAs. The company's Digital Ad Network reaches over 68% of the U.S. population. LatiNation content emphasizes Latino culture, Latina empowerment, and LGBTQ+ and Afro-Latino pride. For more information, visit Contacts:
