Justin Ivey

Baton Rouge

Writer/editor. Currently writing for AllHipHop. Past: HipHopDX, XXL Magazine, Complex, The Baton Rouge Advocate & more. LSU alum. [email protected]

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Ol' Dirty Bastard Has Been Gone 20 Years—Here's How Raekwon Remembers Him

Nov 13, 2024 | allhiphop.com | Justin Ivey

It’s hard to believe, but two decades have passed since the legendary Ol’ Dirty Bastard died from an accidental drug overdose. The inimitable rapper’s 2004 death still looms over his fellow Wu-Tang Clan members, including Raekwon. The Chef reflected on the loss of ODB on Wednesday (November 13). “Miss you beloved,” Raekwon wrote on Instagram. “today marks 20 years you been gone and it’s not a day that goes by we don’t miss feeling your presence in the world.
50 Cent's G-Unit Studios Facing Uncertainty Due To Louisiana Lawmakers

Nov 13, 2024 | allhiphop.com | Justin Ivey

Louisiana lawmakers may end the state’s tax incentive program for film and TV productions, causing headaches for 50 Cent. The rapper-turned-TV mogul admitted he’s concerned about the future months after opening his G-Unit Studios in Shreveport. “This doesn’t feel good but it could be great for Louisiana, patience let’s see how it plays out,” 50 Cent wrote on Instagram.
"Give Him His Time"

Nov 13, 2024 | allhiphop.com | Justin Ivey

Pharrell believes fans yearning for new André 3000 raps will eventually get their wish. The acclaimed producer said he expects André 3000 to return to his Hip-Hop roots after ditching rhymes for the flute. “People got all this judgment and they don’t understand,” Pharrell told GQ. “People should just give him his time. He’s going to be back. That feeling finds you—you can’t run from it. He not running, he just saying he not going to force it.
Nelly Receives Big Break After Casino Arrest

Nov 13, 2024 | allhiphop.com | Justin Ivey

Prosecutors refused to press drug charges against Nelly following his August arrest at a Missouri casino. “We don’t believe the facts in this case warrant the issuing of charges,” St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell said, per the Associated Press. Nelly, whose real name is Cornell Haynes III, was arrested on an outstanding warrant for no proof of insurance on August 7.
Jane Doe Reveals Herself In Diddy Case

Nov 13, 2024 | allhiphop.com | Justin Ivey

A Tennessee woman previously identified as Jane Doe disclosed her name in a sexual assault lawsuit against Sean “Diddy” Combs. According to court documents obtained by AllHipHop, the alleged victim’s name is Candice McCrary. Judge Mary Kay Vyskocil refused to allow McCrary to sue Diddy anonymously. McCrary refiled her lawsuit under her name on Tuesday (November 12). McCrary accused Diddy of raping her after inviting her and a friend to an “exclusive party” at his hotel in 2004.
Mike Tyson's Wild Answer About AIDS Includes Salacious Confession

Nov 12, 2024 | allhiphop.com | Justin Ivey

Mike Tyson casually mentioned how he barely avoided catching AIDS in a conversation with Rosie Perez for Interview Magazine. Tyson recalled a sex scare from his past while promoting his upcoming boxing match against YouTuber Jake Paul. “Life isn’t over yet,” Tyson said. “We’re still fighting. We only make it out on the day of our death. There’s no way I should be here talking to you right now. All my friends are dead. They OD’d, they had AIDS.
Kanye West Accused By Lawyer Of Having "Attention Span Of A Goldfish"

Nov 12, 2024 | allhiphop.com | Justin Ivey

Kanye West struggled to hire a lawyer amid the threat of a default judgment in a lawsuit brought by a former Donda Academy employee. Manoj Shah, an attorney working for Ye who doesn’t specialize in civil litigation, begged a judge for more time to find someone to represent the polarizing rapper at a hearing on Tuesday (November 12). “We are trying in vain to retain counsel,” Shah told Judge Christopher Lui. “We are interviewing several firms.
Eminem & N.W.A's Historically Controversial Lyrics Net Songwriters Hall Of Fame Noms

Nov 12, 2024 | allhiphop.com | Justin Ivey

Eminem and gangsta rap pioneers N.W.A received nominations for the Songwriters Hall of Fame’s 2025 class on Tuesday (November 12). The rappers are vying for two of the three spots in the performing songwriter category. Other notable nominees include Janet Jackson, Parliament-Funkadelic’s George Clinton, Sheryl Crow, the Doobie Brothers, Boy George, Alanis Morissette, Bryan Adams, Steve Winwood and the Beach Boys’ Mike Love.
Diddy Granted Bond Hearing - But Government Expected To Protest

Nov 12, 2024 | allhiphop.com | Justin Ivey

A judge gave Sean “Diddy” Combs a sliver of hope as he desperately tries to get released from jail before his criminal trial begins in 2025. According to court documents obtained by AllHipHop, Judge Arun Subramanian scheduled a hearing for Diddy’s motion for bond for November 22. Judge Subramanian ordered prosecutors to respond to Diddy’s motion by Friday (November 15). The Hip-Hop mogul’s reply is due on November 20. Diddy’s lawyers filed a renewed motion for bond on November 8.
6ix9ine Sent Back To Jail Over Probation Violations

Nov 12, 2024 | allhiphop.com | Justin Ivey

A New York judge sentenced Tekashi 6ix9ine to 45 days in jail on Tuesday (November 12). The controversial rapper was ordered to spend more than a month behind bars for multiple probation violations. “Your breach of the court’s trust is profound,” Judge Paul Engelmayer told 6ix9ine. 6ix9ine, whose real name is Daniel Hernandez, pleaded guilty after agreeing to a deal with prosecutors.