Massachusetts
HSM’s G Fredo & 7981 Kal Plead Guilty to RICO Conspiracy
Back in June 2020, 31 members of the alleged street gang, NOB ( an abbreviation for Norton, Olney and Barry streets in Dorchester, MA.), were arrested on numerous charges, including racketeering conspiracy (RICO), violent crimes in aid of racketeering, drug trafficking, firearms charges and more.
Among the 31 arrested were HSM rappers: 7981 Kal, G Fredo, and Hamma Thang.
According to the U.S. District Attorney Office via the Department of Justice, 7981 Kal, born Kelvin Barros, and G Fredo, born Michael Brandao, were charged with RICO conspiracy, conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, and possession with intent to distribute controlled substances, while Hamma Thang, born Samael Mathieu, was charged with RICO conspiracy and conspiracy to distribute controlled substances.
On Thursday, June 30, 2022, all three artists were convicted on their aforementioned charges. According to NBC Boston, ten of the 31 members of NOB that were arrested “all pleaded guilty to various offenses in recent weeks, with the final two defendants pleading guilty last week.”
The defendants are scheduled to be sentenced between September and November of 2022.
According to the Department of Justice, “the charges of RICO conspiracy and committing violent crimes in aid of racketeering each provide for a sentence of up to 20 years in prison, three years of supervised release and a fine of $250,000; charges of conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and possession with intent to distribute controlled substances each provide for a sentence of up to 20 years in prison, three years of supervised release and a fine of $1 million.”
Last month, 7981 Kal’s team released the video to his single, “G-Code.”
We were first introduced to PrettyKeez in 2017 when she emerged onto the music scene with the launch of her 7-track project, Keez To My Heart. Following a deliberate pause, the talented rapper hailing from Dorchester makes a comeback with her latest single, titled “Handsome.”
Set against an infectious and rhythmically pulsating instrumental crafted by none other than ThugStage, PrettyKeez eloquently portrays herself as a diamond, singularly devoted to the pursuit of getting to the bag.
Watch her in the Nic Voilets-directed clip above.
Last week, Millyz, JiggzTB and GNipsey released their collaborative project, Blood In The Water. Jam-packed with 19 tracks, the mixtape features contributions from Ohdatsrida, CellyRu and DottaTheDealer.
Millyz, JiggzTB, and GNipsey are no strangers to the hip-hop scene, each with their unique style and artistic flair. Their decision to join forces for “Blood In The Water” was a highly anticipated move among fans. JiggzTB, known for his gritty storytelling and raw lyricism, brings a distinctive flavor to the mixtape. Millyz’s intricate wordplay and charismatic delivery add depth to the project, while GNipsey’s versatile flow and captivating hooks round out the trio’s formidable lineup.
“Blood In The Water” is a 19-track journey that offers listeners a glimpse into the lives, struggles, and aspirations of these talented artists. The mixtape’s title itself hints at the intensity and competition within the music industry, where only the strongest survive. Millyz, JiggzTB, and GNipsey use their collaborative effort to assert their presence and dominance in the game.
Cousin Stizz & Friends have exciting news to share as they unveil the inaugural Commonwealth Fest, a two-day hip-hop extravaganza set to take place from Saturday, September 16 to Sunday, September 17 at the Bellforge Arts Center.
The festival promises an impressive lineup of performances including Cousin Stizz, KEI, Jiles of Van Buren, Nay Speaks, Buddy, Kenny Mason, Micheal Christmas, BoriRock, Clark D, and more on the first day. Day two will be graced by Stay Silent PVD, treating attendees to a curated Spread Love function.
Mark your calendars, as tickets are slated to go on sale starting Friday, August 11 at 10 am exclusively via commonwealthfest.com
Prices are as follows: A 2-day pass is available for $60, Saturday admission for $45, and Sunday admission for $30.
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