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Drake Reminisces About Hearing The Weeknd For the First Time

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NOTTINGHAM, UNITED KINGDOM - MARCH 16: Drake and The Weeknd performs on stage during a date of his "Nothing Was the Same" 2014 World Tour at Nottingham Capital FM Arena on March 16, 2014 in Nottingham, England. (Photo by Ollie Millington/WireImage)

It’s safe to say Drake and The Weeknd are on good terms again.  After years of their on and off friendship, Drake decided to take a minute to reminisce about the R&B singer.  Known for making hits like “Crew Love”, “The Zone”, & “Live For It”, the Canadian duo has been running the music scene.

Related article: Experience the magic of Drake and The Weeknd on Drake’s Take Care album(2011).

Drake took to Instagram to detail the first time he heard of Abel, aka The Weeknd.  He explains that Oliver El-Khatib played him some of The Weeknd’s early songs in Toronto.  You can tell in the video that Drake is amazed at how far Abel has come.  From listening to his songs and not knowing who he was in his apartment in Toronto and now that same guy is selling out the Sky Dome.

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Sky Dome or Rodgers Centre?

Even though the Champagne Papi said Sky Dome, the stadium is actually named Rodgers Centere and has been since 2005.  Guess Drake is not letting that childhood memory go.  Rodgers Centere is home to the Major League Baseball team, the Toronto Blue Jays.  It holds about 55,000 people and all 55,000 seats will be full when The Weeknd performs there tonight.  The Weeknd’s After Hours Til Dawn Tour starts tonight in his hometown.  Fans would have gotten a special treat if Doja Cat was going to perform, but throat surgery in May kept her from being a part of the tour.  Mike Dean, Snoh Aalegra, and Kaytranada will be filling in for Doja Cat.

After Hours Til Dawn Tour

This is the first leg of the tour which is for the United States and Canada.  From tonight until September, The Weeknd will be making 18 stops which include Philadelphia, New York, Boston, Miami, Las Vegas, Chicago, and Los Angeles.  They will announce dates for the second leg of the tour soon. As of right now, we know The Weeknd will be stopping in Mexico, Europe, Africa, and Asia on the second leg.  Drake wants to let anyone know that if you’re trying to make it in the music business, you can.  It’s not impossible for anyone, no matter where you come from or how long it takes.

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Suspect In Trouble’s Case, Jamichael Jones, Turns Himself Into Local Authorities

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Rapper Trouble Killed on June 5th. Image source: Stereogum.

Jamichael Jones, the suspect in connection to Atlanta rapper Trouble‘s murder has turned himself into Rockdale County Police.  He is in custody as of this morning.  Jones’s photo is on wanted flyers with his name around town. As of now, he is the only suspect.  According to Rockdale County Sheriff Eric J. Levett, it was Jones’s mother who suggested he turn himself in.

“The mother turned the son onto one of my sergeants, who began to talk to him and convince Mr. Jones to turn himself in.  His mother was a huge resource in helping us apprehend him”.

In other words, the Sheriff’s department should be thanking his mother.  Jones agreed to turn himself in and had deputies apprehend him near Southern Regional Medical Center in Clayton County.  Therefore, his charges include home invasion, felony murder, battery, and aggravated assault. Above all, we are happy Trouble will get justice.

RIP Skoob

Mariel Orr, aka Trouble, was shot by Jamichael Jones.  He died Sunday morning and was only 34 years old.   Trouble was visiting a friend at an apartment complex where the incident occurred.  Jones forced his way into the apartment and shot Trouble in his chest.  However, they did not know each other.  Jones, 33, had been involved with Trouble’s friend.  She lives at the apartment complex.  Trouble was signed to Def Jam Records and the prominent label made a statement regarding his death.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the children, loved ones, and fans of Trouble.  A true voice for his city and an inspiration to the community he proudly represented. RIP Skoob.” Def Jam Instagram statement.

He was most notably known for working with Drake on “Bring It Back” with Mike Will Made It.  In addition, he also worked with The Weeknd on “Come Thru”.  Many fans and artists took to social media to express their sadness.  First, T.I. posted on his Twitter.  Followed by Gucci Mand and Lil Duval.  Lastly, Boosie Badazz posted a heartfelt message to his friend.  The last album Trouble released was in 2020, “Thug Luv”, with star appearances from the City Girls, Quavo, and 2 Chainz.

In conclusion, we need to stop senseless violence. Condolences to Trouble, his family and friends, and the City of Atlanta.

Written By: Brandon Simmons

 

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Drake Is Now King Of The Billboard Awards

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TORONTO, ON - APRIL 28: Rapper Drake leaves Game Six of the Eastern Conference First Round between the Toronto Raptors and the Philadelphia 76ers at Scotiabank Arena on April 28, 2022 in Toronto, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Cole Burston/Getty Images)

The 2022 Billboard Awards happened in Las Vegas yesterday and Diddy was the host!  The industry’s biggest artists are celebrated on this night across all genres.  Doja Cat had 14 nominations, more than all female artists while The Weeknd had 27 nominations, more than all male artists.  Doja Cat won Top R&B Female Artist.  The Weeknd won Top R&B Male Artist.  Kanye West walked away with some hardware as well.  He received the awards for Top Christian Artist, Top Gospel Artist, Top Gospel Song, Top Christian Song and Top Christian Album.   Ye and Drake both took home five awards.

King of Billboard

Drake’s Certified Lover Boy was the Top Rap Album.  He also walked away with Top Artist, Top Rap Artist, and Top Male Artist.  This makes him the most decorated artist in the history of the awards.  He has won 34 Billboard trophies throughout his career.  The Grammy award winning artist faced stiff competition in every category he was in.  For Top Artist, he faced off against Doja Cat, Olivia Rodrigo, Taylor Swift, and The Weeknd.  He was able to beat out Ed Sheeran, Justin Bieber, Lil Nas X, and The Weeknd for Top Male Artist.

Although he is used to winning, the champ has to take an L sometimes.  He lost to Taylor Swift for the Top Billboard 200 Artist and Olivia Rodrigo for the Top Hot 100 Artist.  The latter included nominees Doja Cat, Justin Bieber, and The Weeknd.  Olivia Rodrigo beat out Drizzy again for Top Streaming Songs Artist.  Drake was able to have two songs in the Top Rap Song category with “Knife Talk” and “Way 2 Sexy” but couldn’t come up with the victory.  Lil Nas X’s “Industry Baby” was the winner instead.

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Drake Keeps Winning

Yesterday, Drake cashed in on over $2.5 million on sports betting!  He bet over a quarter million dollars that the New York Rangers would eliminate the Pittsburgh Penguins from the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs.  He also bet that the Dallas Mavericks would upset the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Western Conference Semifinals.  This should erase the lost he took when he lost $550,000 betting on UFC fight.  Drake is a known bettor as he won over $2 million betting on the Super Bowl back in February.  He is also a partner in Stake.com, a sports betting and casino platform.

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The Big Winners At The 2021 American Music Awards

The 2021 American Music Awards (AMA’s) aired on Sunday, Nov. 21. The host of the night, Cardi B, kept the show alive with her futuristic fashion choices and endless wit. We run down some of your favorite artist wins of the night.

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The Winners!

Host Cardi B took home the award for “Favorite Hip Hop Song.” with “Up.”

Olivio Rodrigo reigned in the nomination category. She took home the “New Artist of the Year” award in one of the seven nominated categories.

American Music Awards 2021: Olivia Rodrigo Wins New Artist Award

The South Korean boy band BTS won big as well, taking home every award for the categories they were nominated in: Favorite Pop Duo or Group; Favorite Pop Song (“Butter”), and the coveted Artist of the Year award.

American Music Awards 2021 Winners List - Variety

Some of the biggest artists who took home wins but did not grace the awards show with their presence.

Megan Thee Stallion won big with three awards for Favorite Trending Song (Body), Favorite Female Hip Hop artist, and Favorite Hip Hop Album (Good News).

Drake, fresh off announcing an LA benefit concert alongside Kanye, won in the category of “Favorite Male Hip Hop Artist.”

Doja Cat was another huge winner of the night. She took home wins in the following categories; Favorite Female R&B Artist, Collaboration of the Year for “Kiss Me More” with SZA, and Favorite R&B Album for her most recent full-length, Planet Her.

American Music Awards 2021: Megan Thee Stallion, Doja Cat, Drake Among Winners

Lil Nax X snubbed his category; favorite music video for “MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name).”

The Weeknd brought home the award for Favorite Soul/R&B Male. And Silk Sonic (the supergroup of Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak) won “Favorite R&B song“ for “Leave the Door Open.” 

Finally, an awards show isn’t complete without Kanye West. The artist continues to expand in the gospel category with his win for “Favorite Gospel Artist.”

How are the AMA Winners Chosen?

Billboard tracks music streaming, album sales, song sales, radio airplay, and social engagement. Billboard’s data partner MRC Data, assists in tracking the data. Ultimately, fan interactions and voting lead to nominations and winners.

Check out your favorite celebrities as they hit the red carpet for the AMA’s.

Written by Antoinette Ford