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Gunna To Be Released from Jail After Pleading Guilty to Racketeering Charges
Atlanta rapper Gunna will be released from prison after pleading guilty to racketeering charges stemming from the 56-count indictment against YSL that was revealed in May 2022.
Gunna, born Sergio Kitchens, was taken into custody on Tuesday, May 10, on one charge of Conspiracy to Violate the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO). Young Thug, who was also named in the indictment alongside 27 other members of Young Slime Life (YSL), was arrested at his home in Buckhead. The 56-count indicted includes charges of murder, armed robbery, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, theft and possession of controlled substances and firearms.
Back in October, Gunna was denied bond for the third time since being arrested back in May. According to Judge Ural Glanville, his feelings have not changed since denying the first two bond appeals, citing his fear of witness intimidation after prosecutors claimed that a co-defendant said he would “whack” someone on Gunna’s behalf. “I still have the same concerns that have not been otherwise alleviated,” he told Gunna’s lawyer, Steven Sadow.
WSB-TV Atlanta first reported that Gunna “entered a negotiated plea, known as an Alford plea, in which he plead guilty on one charge because it was in his best interest while maintaining his innocence on the same charge.”
Gunna issued the following statement: “While I have agreed to always be truthful, I want to make it perfectly clear that I have NOT made any statements, have NOT been interviewed, have NOT cooperated, have NOT agreed to testify or be a witness for or against any party in the case and have absolutely NO intention of being involved in the trial process in any way.”
Gunna was sentenced to five years with one served in prison. The one-year sentence was commuted to time served. The four-year remaining balance on his sentenced has been suspended and will be subject to special conditions including 500 hours of community service.
According to the plea agreement, “a substantial portion of which will require him to speak to young people about the hazards and immorality of gangs and gang violence.”
Young Thug remains incarcerated.
Nicki Minaj has just released her brand new album, Pink Friday 2.
The 22-track album boasts a star-studded lineup featuring collaborations with Drake, J. Cole, Lil Wayne, Tate Kobang, Lourdiz, Lil Uzi Vert, Skillibeng, Skeng, Tasha Cobbs Leonard and Future while production is handled by Atl Jacob, Murda Beatz, Boi-1da, Slade Da Monsta, Dr. Luke, BNYX, Bone Collector and more. Just out the full list of production credits below.
Nicki Minaj Pink Friday 2 Production Credits
1. Are You Gone Already
Prod. by FINNEAS
2. Barbie Dangerous
Prod. by Hollywood Cole, Tate Kobang and YG! Beats
3. FTCU
Prod. by Atl Jacob
4. Beep Beep
Prod. by Murda Beatz and OJ Finessey
5. Fallin 4 U
Prod. by Atl Jacob and DB!
6. Let Me Calm Down (Feat. J. Cole)
Prod. by Atl Jacob, Hendrix Smoke and Kuji
7. RNB (Feat. Lil Wayne & Tate Kobang)
Prod. by Dystinkt Beats, Tate Kobang and YG! Beats
8. Pink Birthday
Prod. by 116, Apollo Parker, Boi-1da and Fierce
9. Needle (Feat. Drake)
Prod. by Boi-1da and YogiTheProducer
10. Cowgirl (Feat. Louridz)
Prod. by Dr. Luke
11. Everybody (Feat. Lil Uzi Vert)
Prod. by DJ Smallz 732 and Tate Kobang
12. Big Difference
Prod. by BoogzDaBeast, FNZ, Keanu Beats and Slade Da Monsta
13. Red Ruby Da Sleeze
Prod. by Cheeze Beatz and Go Grizzly
14. Forward From Trini (Feat. Skillibeng & Skeng)
Prod. by Basbeats and Melio Sounds
15. Pink Friday Girls
Prod. by J Reid
16. Super Freaky Girl
Prod. by Aaron Joseph, Dr. Luke, Malibu Babie and Vaughn Oliver
17. Bahm Bahm
Prod. by Jess Carp and Tate Kobang
18. My Life
Prod. by Don Cannon and Sean Momberger
19. Nicki Hendrix (Feat. Future)
Prod. by B Ham and Vincent “Life” Shaw
20. Blessings (Feat. Tasha Cobbs Leonard)
Prod. by BNYX, Beau Nox and SADPONY
21. Last Time I Saw You
Prod. by Alex Bak, Atl Jacob, Frankie Bash, Hendrix Smoke and TooDope!
22. Just The Memories
Prod. by Bone Collector and Habib Defoundoux
After announcing an upcoming joint tour with J. Cole titled “It Was All a Blur – Big As The What?,” Drake returns with disc 2 of his previously released album ‘For All The Dogs,’ titling it Scary Hours 3.
Featuring six new tracks, the third installment of the Scary Hours series contained a new verse from J. Cole on ‘Evil Ways.’ With production handled by Lil Yachty, The Alchemist and more, it’s no surprise that this project is making noise.
Check out the full list of production credits below.
Drake Scary Hours 3 Production Credits
1. Red Button
Prod. by Lil Yachty, ovrkast.
2. Stories About My Brother
Prod. by Conductor Williams
3. The Shoe Fits
Prod. by Lil Yachty, ovrkast.
4. Wick Man
Prod. by The Alchemist
5. Evil Ways
Prod. by Boi-1da, FNZ, Fierce, Vinylz
6. You Broke My Heart
Prod. by FNZ, Vinylz
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Cassie and Diddy Amicably Settle Rape and Abuse Lawsuit
In a statement, Ventura expressed, “I have chosen to resolve this matter amicably, securing terms that afford me a measure of control. I extend my gratitude to my family, fans, and legal team for their unwavering support.”
Just a day after Cassie, born Cassandra Ventura, initiated legal proceedings against Diddy, born Sean Combs, alleging years of control and accusing him of rape and prolonged physical abuse spanning over a decade, the two parties have reached a settlement.
In a statement, Ventura expressed, “I have chosen to resolve this matter amicably, securing terms that afford me a measure of control. I extend my gratitude to my family, fans, and legal team for their unwavering support.”
Combs also issued a release acknowledging the amicable resolution, stating, “I wish Cassie and her family all the best. Love.”
The lawsuit detailed a distressing pattern of control and abuse by Diddy, encompassing substance coercion, physical assault, and coercive sexual encounters.
Specifically, the legal document outlined a troubling practice termed “voyeurism,” where Diddy allegedly coerced Cassie into engaging in sexual activities with male prostitutes while he watched, recorded, and took photographs. These encounters, referred to as “freak offs,” occurred in high-end hotels and Diddy’s residences across the United States and involved elaborate costumes.
The legal filing ended with an account of an alleged rape in 2018, following a dinner meeting between Diddy and Cassie. The suit claimed that Diddy forced himself into her apartment, despite her repeated objections, and raped her. The relationship ended shortly after.
“After years in silence and darkness, I am finally ready to tell my story, and to speak up on behalf of myself and for the benefit of other women who face violence and abuse in their relationships,” Cassie stated on Thursday. “With the expiration of New York’s Adult Survivors Act fast approaching, it became clear that this was an opportunity to speak up about the trauma I have experienced and that I will be recovering from for the rest of my life.”
Subsequently, Cassie married personal trainer Alex Fine the following year and now has two children. According to the complaint, her association with Bad Boy Records concluded in 2019.
Wigdor, Ventura’s lawyer, commended his client for her courage in coming forward with her claims. “I am very proud of Ms. Ventura for having the strength to go public with her lawsuit,” he said in a statement on Friday.
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