Jerry Heller, who co-founded Ruthless Records with Eazy-E, died Friday, September 2, after suffering a heart attack while driving in Thousand Oaks, California. His vehicle struck the back of a mini-van and he was taken to Los Robles Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Depending on who you talk to, Heller, was either a great guy or a villainous record executive that took advantage of artists, namelyN.W.A.
In October 2015, Heller filed a $110 million lawsuit against almost everyone associated with the movie "Straight Outta Compton," including Ice Cube, Dr. Dre, Eazy-E's widow Tomica Woods-Wright, director F. Gary Gray, the film's screenwriters and NBC-Universal.
He claimed that he was falsely portrayed in the film as a "bad guy" and "a sleazy manager who took advantage of Eazy-E, Dr. Dre and Ice Cube."
Heller's lawyer,Mickey Shapiro, says the bad publicity took a toll on the 75-year old's health and contributed to his death.
TMZ caught up with Eazy's daughter E.B. Wright recently to get her thoughts on Shapiro's comments, Heller's passing and his legacy.
"I don't feel [Straight Outta Compton] was 100% true. And I stand behind Jerry Heller to the fullest," E.B. said. "He was like a second father to my dad. So, I'm going to call him a second grandfather to me. I'm very sad about his passing. I'm just hoping to continue on my father's legacy and Jerry's and get out the truth."
E.B. feels like Jerry never got the credit he deserved as a businessman.
"I know people seen the movie and they feel like he ripped everybody off and he was evil. But honestly, how I feel is he's equivalent to what Jimmy Iovine is to Dr. Dre today," she continued. "I think that back then they didn't understand that. I'm riding with Jerry until I die."
Ice Cube's son, O'Shea Jackson Jr., who portrayed his father in "Straight Outta Compton" had a different view of Heller. Check out what he had to say below.
Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 6, 2016 at 12:13pm
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Daylyt's antics sometimes cloud the fact that the Watts, California rapper is really talented. Check out his "Five Fingers of Death" freestyle on Sway in the Morning as proof.
Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 6, 2016 at 10:00am
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Redman spoke with VladTV about working with Eminem on "Off The Wall" in 2000 for the "Nutty Professor 2" soundtrack, which sparked a friendship between the veteran rappers. The Newark-born rapper explained that he flew to Detroit to brainstorm and write the track at Eminem's studio, a process that Redman admitted isn't something that happens today.
When asked if he overshadowed Eminem, or vice versa, on the track, Redman said that they each held their own and let their respective styles shine. Redman added that he was very pleased with the outcome of the record, but he and Eminem never went on to record other tracks in the future. Redman told DJ Vlad that if he needed Eminem to record anything with him, the Detroit rapper wouldn't hesitate to come to his aid.
During the conversation, Redman also addressed a rumor about him turning down a meeting with Dr. Dre because he was tired from a flight. He explained that there's more to the story, including the fact that he flew across the country with no sleep, and Redman said that he always wants to be sharp when he's meeting with Dr. Dre.
Hopsin is in a really dark place mentally and admits he has nobody to turn to for support.
The 31-year old California rapper, born Marcus Hopson, posted an emotional open letter to his Instagram account Sunday, September 4, expressing thoughts of suicide and mentioned actor Robin Williams, who took his own life in 2014.
Just got out of FUCKin jail...over some total bullshit. They're really bout to ban me from Australia now this shit fuckin sucks man.
"Just got out of FUCKin jail...over some total bullshit. They're really bout to ban me from Australia now this shit fuckin sucks man. I hesitate to post whats really goin down in my life, so I hide it with my cool pictures. Shit ain't really that pretty over here at all. You guys may ask "why take it to social media", but youguys are all I got. Since 14 I slaved away for the music and fan base and now music is all I have. That's just the cards I was dealt. I fell into a dark hole that I haven't been able to get out of. Im a master at glorifying my pain, but pain isn't never good. Im only writing this right now because it's making me feel better for the time being. Maybe it is so I can get sorrow. I don't know. I can't see myself ever doing it, but I actually wanna literally die. Like literally. My funeral would be a blessing for me right now. I'm the emotional rapper, I know. Make fun of me. Do as you please. I can't change the way I am. This may be a moment that I look back on and laugh, but right now, I'm not laughing. What would make a 31 year old man cry on a daily basis? Being rich as hell, successful with no love around him. that's a first class ticket on air robin Williams. I ain't goin nowhere tho. I might have to disappear soon and take some time to myself."
This isn't the first time Hopsin has expressed suicidal thoughts. In November 2013, he tweeted, "If there was ever a day I was gonna blow my brains out, it would be today for sure."
Hopefully, he can pull out of his depression and get help.
Scotty ATL teams up with David Banner to assure African Amercian men that there is no need to fear racists in the official music video for the DJ Toomp-produced "Black Man."
01. Right Off the Scale (2:46) 02. You Tried It (feat. Young Chris) (3:26) 03. I Got It (feat. Jahlil Beats) (2:50) 04. Skit (0:51) 05. They Never Thought That We Knew (3:42) 06. Kno Dat (feat. Young Chris) (3:17) 07. Pretty Thang (feat. Raheem DeVaughn) (4:10) 08. Checks and Sex (feat. Young Chris & Dj Flyguy) (3:04) 09. I Remember (feat. Jadakiss & Dj Flyguy) (3:40) 10. Game of Thrones (feat. State Property) (6:27) 11. Streets Ain’t For Everybody (feat. Trae the Truth & Dirty 1000) (4:14) 12. I Got It Remix (feat. Dave East) (3:16) 13. Ratske 8 (23:01)
Rich the Kid calls on Chicago rapper and Only the Family boss, Lil Durk, for his remix to "That Bag." Give it a listen up top and let us know what you think in the comment section below.
VH1's "Love & Hip Hop: New York" cast member and recording artist, Jhonni Blaze, sits down with DJ Smallz to talk about how she overcame her addictions to cocaine, Xanax, Seroquel, Ecstacy, Valium and Percocet, surviving three suicide attempts, dealing with people accusing her of murdering her boyfriend, almost drowning, being homeless, her singing career, her belief in God and more.
The original handwritten lyrics for the song "Catchin' Feelings" by Tupac Shakur have hit the auction block for $38,500.
TMZ reports that Gary Zimet, the owner of the memorabilia website Moments in Time, obtained the lyric sheet from a former employee who worked at the studio where the song was recorded in 1996.
Zimet held onto it until this month, which on September 13, will mark the 20th anniversary of his death at age 25.
The song appears on Pac's 2002 posthumous album titled"Better Dayz."
Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 5, 2016 at 12:00pm
People may have differing opinions aboutDrake'smusic, but one thing I think we can all agree on is that he is loyal to those that have helped him to get to where he is today.
He's demonstrated that throughout his career by crediting Jas Prince as the person who discovered him and the city of Houston for embracing him from the outset.
The Toronto native is now publicly standing in Lil Wayne's corner while he battles to get what he feels is due from Birdman, Cash Money Records and Universal Music Group.
Wayne has filed a $51 million lawsuit against Cash Money for breach of contract. He's also suing UMG, claiming that he hasn't been properly compensated for discovering and signing Tyga, Nicka Minaj and Drake.to his Young Money Records label, which is a subsidiary of Cash Money and Universal.
"I AM NOW DEFENSELESS AND mentally DEFEATED & I leave gracefully and thankful I luh my fanz but I'm dun," he wrote. "Ain't lookin for sympathy, just serenity."
On Monday, September 5, Drake let Wayne know that he's not going to let his career sink.
"The boss @liltunechi. We are fighting until you get yours. Freedom to drop music and peace of mind," Drake captioned an Instagram photo. "I don't know what these other weirdos are on with all the side talks but I know you gave me a shot and all I can ever do with the rest of my life is return the favor. YOUNG MONEY FOREVER."
It's the most public show of support that Wayne has gotten from anyone signed to his label.
Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 5, 2016 at 11:18am
If you listen toYoung Thug'smusic it's apparent that he's been heavily influenced byLil Wayne. However, their personal relationship has been strained at best. And for the most part it's Thugger's fault.
With Wayne going through a really tough period in his career at the moment, and appearing to be ready to call it quits because of an impasse in negotiations with Birdman and Cash Money Records regarding his contract, Thug wants to bury the hatchet.
The Atlanta rapper wrote a couple of emotional notes to Wayne via his Twitter account Sunday night/Monday morning.
"@LilTunechi I'm holding u down no matter what," Thugger wrote on the social networking site. "Fuck the world and what they think/feel I'm with u for life, ur the reason I rap. I just wish u could love me the way I love u big bro… ur my idol for life and I hope ur sorry for bashing me, not knowing how much I love u."
Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 5, 2016 at 10:24am
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Drake surprised his fans in Houston during his second sold out show at the Toyota Center on Sunday, September 4, when he brought out Lil Wayne.
Wayne performed three songs, including "We Be Steady Mobbin" and "A Milli." Before exiting the stage he took shots at Cash Money Records.
"I've been in Houston since I was about 14-years old," Weezy told the crowd. "I want you to know that I know that them other niggas fucking over me right now, but I always know I got a motherfucking family in Rap-A-Lot. So, before I leave, I leave you with some kind words. Fuck Cash Money!"
As we previously reported, Wayne announced he was retiring over the weekend. Will he change his mind? Only time will tell.
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Nicki Minaj returns from her musical hiatus with something she calls "The Pinkprint Freestyle." Show borrows the instrumental from Young M.A.'s hit song "Ooouuu" for this one.
Posted by ChasinDatPaper on September 5, 2016 at 12:00am
Bankroll Fresh's cousin Street Money Boochie just released a new EP titled "Where I Came From." On one of the songs, "Too Long," he links up with QuickTrip to address No Plug's VladTV interview where he admits to killing Bankroll.