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Jahmyr Gibbs of the Detroit Lions celebrates after a touchdown with David Montgomery in the game against the Minnesota Vikings. The Lions playoff tickets are a hot commodity but there are ticket scams to look out for.
Beware of Lions Playoff Ticket Scams & Watch Sunday’s Game on The Big Screen
The Detroit Lions have their huge playoff game this Sunday against the Rams at Ford Field. And with all the excitement, I see all these people online trying to find tickets. Well, you should be aware that those scammers are out there lurking, trying to scam you through apps like PayPal, Apple Cash, Zelle, which is a big one. I think I’ve gotten scammed on that before. Plus, fake check scams out there. They say some tips are that you should know your vendor. Make sure you’re buying from a reputable website, especially before providing any financial information. And if you don’t know if the website is secure, please do your research before buying.
If you can’t make it to the game but still want to join in with other Detroit Lions fans, you can check it out at select Emagine Theaters for free. And not only that, they’re going to be hosting giveaways during halftime and all attendees will be eligible to win some prizes. They’re actually offering game day concessions. It’s a great way to be around other huge Lions fans and not have to pay crazy ticket prices. Like I said, that’s going on Sunday and kickoff is at 8:00 PM. Some locations that will be showing the game include Royal Oak, Novi, Canton, Saline, Rochester Hills, Saginaw, Farmington Hills, and Woodhaven. Check if the Emagine Theater near you is showing the game here… https://www.emagine-entertainment.com/emagineplayoffs/
Snoop Dogg will have items from throughout his career on display in L.A. The exhibit runs through March.
Exhibit Celebrating Snoop Dogg’s Career
Snoop Dogg’s decades long career is going to be on full display when the Hip-Hop til Infinity exhibit makes its way to Los Angeles. It’s going to debut at the Amoeba store on Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles on Friday and run through March. The exhibit will display special artifacts from Snoop highlighting the 30th anniversary of “Doggy Style”. Death Row merchandise and more will be available to purchase in their gift shop. But the displays won’t just feature Snoop. There will be items from Nipsey Hussle, E-40, Nas, Wu Tang, and so many more. So, if you’re headed out to the West Coast in the next couple of months and you want to check that out, you can get tickets in advance at this site… https://hiphoptilinfinityla.com/
Did you know Dame Dash has a rock band? We didn’t either. But they’ll be here in Detroit on Friday.
Dame Dash Will Be Rocking The Motor City Friday
Dame Dash was in court recently with his custody battle and told them that he only made $5000 last year. And this might be the reason why. Okay, he’s coming to Detroit to perform this Friday at Greektown’s Club Dream with his group called Black Guns. And he doesn’t get paid for the shows. He says they’re just for practice. And you might be surprised at what kind of music they play. Black Guns is a rock band. When I first heard this, I was unaware that he had this group. And also I was shocked. But if you’re a rock fan or a Dame Dash fan or both, check them out this Friday. Here are some more details including a video that’ll give you a taste of what you’ll be hearing if you go to the show… https://www.metrotimes.com/music/rap-mogul-dame-dash-brings-his-rock-group-black-guns-to-detroit-35113785
These Hip-Hop Albums Turn 5 In 2024
It’s hard to believe that these albums will be celebrating their fifth anniversary. Many projects on this list cemented artists’ placement in hip-hop while others had an unfortunate downfall in the coming years.
Megan Thee Stallion is one of the artists on this list who has continued flourishing. That year, Megan Thee Stallion released her first commercial mixtape, Fever. However, she was already heating up on the internet with the release of her two prior mixtapes and her viral freestyles (if you know, you know).
“Big Ole Freak,” which was released a year prior to Fever, was the rapper’s breakout hit and her first certified platinum record.
Since then, Megan has been keeping busy in the studio and has released two full-length projects. Her debut album, Good News, arrived in 2020 with hits such as “Body,” “Girls in the Hood,” and “Savage Remix” featuring Beyoncé. The track was nominated for “Record of the Year,” and it took home the Grammy for Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards. Megan also snagged Best New Artist that year.
“Writing this album, I treated it more like writing in my diary than actually trying to put together a song,” the rapper said on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. “I just want to talk about how I really feel and get personal with my hotties.”
What Is Megan Thee Stallion Doing Now?
In 2023, Megan released “Cobra,” where she addressed the loss of her parents, the 2020 shooting incident by Tory Lanez, and her ex-boyfriend Pardison Fontaine’s alleged cheating. She also was featured on Cardi B’s “Bongos,” and did a collab with Renée Rapp titled “Not My Fault” for the Mean Girls soundtrack.
As for 2024, she said that a new project is on the way which will be funded by herself since leaving her label.
“This part of my album is very much so funded by Megan Thee Stallion because we’re trying to get off… Y’all know what’s the tea. But I have no label right now,” she explained on Instagram Live. “We’re doing everything funded straight out of Megan Thee Stallion’s pockets. So, the budget is coming from me. Motherf—ing Hot Girl Productions! The next s— y’all about to see is all straight from Megan Thee Stallion’s brain and Megan Thee Stallion’s wallet. We are in my pockets, hotties, so let’s do our big one.”
“It’s really just me this go around until we sign to a new label. But I don’t want to sign to a new label right now because I just want to do it myself,” she shared.
Take a look at these projects from 2019 that were so good that we still listen to them today:
‘Igor’ – Tyler, The Creator
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The rap album of 2019 needs no introduction but here it goes. Tyler, The Creator, produced the entirety of Igor solely by himself, proving him to be a strong producer as well as vocal talent. It also had a string of guest appearances from artists such as Kanye West, Solange, Lil Uzi Vert, Playboi Carti and Jerrod Carmichael. The 12 track album produced popular songs such as the lead single "Earfquake," "Gone, Gone/Thank You," ""I Think," and "New Magic Wand." The project brought a couple of first for Tyler such as his first No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and his first Grammy win for Best Rap Album in 2020.
‘Baby On Baby’ – DaBaby
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DaBaby had a phenomenal 2019 with the release of two projects: Baby On Baby and then Kirk. Baby On Baby was the rapper's debut album which he had assistance from Rich Homie Quan, Offset, Rich the Kid and Stunna 4 Vegas as guest features. The album debuted at No. 25 on the Billboard 200 and then crept to No. 7 on the chart. "Suge," "Goin Baby," and "Baby Sitter," were popular songs on the 13-track album. The lead single "Suge" was nominated for two Grammys: Best Rap Song and Best Rap Performance. Baby On Baby was released in March and six months later he followed up with his second studio album Kirk.
‘So Much Fun’ – Young Thug
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Young Thug's debut album title is so fitting to his demeanor because it is just So Much Fun. The YSL collective boss' first official project has help from Future, J. Cole, Gunna, Lil Baby, Lil Uzi Vert, 21 Savage, Travis Scott, Quavo, Machine Gun Kelly, NAV, Lil Duke, and the late Juice Wrld and Lil Keed. The album had popular songs such as "The London" with J. Cole and "Hot" with Gunna. So Much Fun debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
‘Fever’ – Megan Thee Stallion
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While Megan Thee Stallion had been getting some buzz for some time, releasing two prior mixtapes, she released her debut commercial mixtape under 300 Entertainment and 1501 Certified in 2019. Fever continued her success as she was ushered more into mainstream hip-hop with songs such as "Shake That," "Cash S---" and "Simon Says." She later followed Fever with her EP Suga and her debut album Good News in 2020. Fever debuted at No. 10 on the Billboard 200.
‘Championships’ – Meek Mill
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Winning a championship is just what it feels like while listening to Meek Mill's fourth studio album. The Philadelphia rapper's 2019 offering Championships had guest appearances from Jay-Z, Cardi B, Drake, Ella Mai, Rick Ross, Future, Young Thug, PNB Rock, 21 Savage, Jeremih, and more. Songs such as "24/7," featuring Ella Mai, "Going Bad," featuring Drake, and "Dangerous," featuring Jeremih and the late PNB Rock were staple songs on the project. The album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and was nominated for Best Rap Album at the 2020 Grammys.
‘I AM > I WAS’ – 21 Savage
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It's hard to believe it's been five years since we got a solo album from 21 Savage. At least we have I AM > I WAS to hold us over. I AM > I WAS is the second studio album from 21 with features from J. Cole, Offset, The City Girls, and more. The song that is one of 21's to date is "A Lot" featuring J. Cole which won both artists their first Grammy for Best Rap Song. The LP debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and was nominated Best Rap Album at the 2020 Grammy Awards.
‘Jesus Is King’ – Kanye West
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Kanye West decided to delve into gospel music for ninth studio album. Jesus Is King had guest appearances from Ty Dolla $ign, Ant Clemons, Clipse, Fred Hammond, Kenny G and the Sunday Service Choir. Jesus Is King had two singles: "Follow God," and "Closed On Sundays." On release day it also was accompanied by a concert film of the same name. The album won Best Contemporary Christian Music Album at the 2021 Grammys. It also debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 making Ye's ninth consecutive No. 1 on the chart.
‘Hollywood Is Bleeding’ – Post Malone
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Hollywood Is Bleeding is Post Malone's third studio album. The New York native had features from SZA, Future, DaBaby, Travis Scott, Swae Lee, and more. The album included his No. 1 hit with Swae Lee from the Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse soundtrack. The record was nominated for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance and Record of the Year at the 2019 Grammys. Hollywood Is Bleeding also produced songs such as "Wow," "Circles," and "Goodbyes" featuring Young Thug. It also debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
‘Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial’ – Roddy Rich
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Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial was Roddy Ricch's introduction to mainstream hip-hop and in 2019 you couldn't go anywhere without hearing the project. It's no surprise that all four singles on the album are at least certified platinum which are "Big Stepper", "High Fashion", featuring Mustard, "Start wit Me" featuring Gunna, and "Tip Toe" featuring A Boogie wit da Hoodie. The album also has features from Lil Durk, Meek Mill and Ty Dolla $ign. Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial landed the Compton, CA native scored two Grammys in 2021 including Best Rap Song and Best Melodic Rap Performance for "The Box." He was also nominated that year for his feature on DaBaby's "Rockstar" which earned three nominations for Best Rap Song, Best Melodic Rap Performance, and Record of the Year coming out with total of five nominations that night for Roddy. Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial also debuted at No. 1 where it stayed atop the chart for four weeks.
Jonel Jaksa is the producer for The All-New Morning Bounce with Mean Jean and Shannon Renee. He’s been with 105.1 The Bounce since 2020 and has been in radio for over 20 years. He’s worked at several stations and in a wide array of radio formats, from hip-hop to rock to country music to sports talk, and is a three-time Michigan Association of Broadcasters award winner. As a content creator for 105.1 The Bounce, Jonel writes articles on hip-hop music, movies, WWE and pop culture.
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