Music

ASAP Rocky’s Legal Showdown, Trial Date Set Amidst New Album Hype

ASAP Rocky has more than just his music release to focus on this year. As he gears up for the highly anticipated drop of his new album “Don’t Be Dumb” on August 30, a looming court date now vies for his attention. The rapper’s trial, stemming from allegations that he shot his colleague A$AP Relli over two years ago, is set to begin on October 21.

The Harlem-born artist has vehemently denied the accusations, pleading not guilty to two assault charges involving a semiautomatic firearm. On June 20, during a court hearing attended by his defense lawyer Sara Caplan, the judge ordered the defense to file their motion to dismiss the case by July 19. Caplan mentioned that the defense team is still awaiting medical records from Relli’s alleged hospital visit following the incident.

Last November, a Los Angeles Police Department detective testified that no video footage confirms the shooting, and no weapons were recovered. “The court agrees with the defense that you don’t see an actual shooting on the video,” said Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge M.L. Villar. Despite this, audio evidence of two gunshots exists, and Relli claims he was shot, although this is contested by Rocky’s legal team.

Rocky’s lawyer, Joe Tacopina, expressed confidence in his client’s innocence. He highlighted inconsistencies in Relli’s testimony, suggesting that Relli denied under oath any attempts to extort money to drop the case. “Common sense is going to prevail and we’re going to get Rocky through this,” Tacopina stated. “The evidence we have that they don’t know about is going to be devastating… devastating.”

As fans eagerly await his new music, Rocky now faces a legal battle that could significantly impact his future.

Tweet LinkedIn PinShare1

Music

Rihanna Rocks Out to GloRilla’s New Hit, Leaving ASAP Rocky Speechless!

Earlier this month, GloRilla dropped her infectious new single, “TGIF,” perfect for the summer vibes. Fans are already loving it, and it seems Rihanna is no exception. She recently shared a clip on Instagram dancing to the track, stunning her partner ASAP Rocky.

Captioned simply “Happy Friday,” Rihanna’s post shows her grooving to the beat with some sultry moves, while ASAP Rocky watches in amused disbelief. “Where’s my drink?” he finally quips, joking, “I’m too old for this.” Clearly a fan favorite, Rihanna’s dance moves and ASAP Rocky’s hilarious reaction have sparked a frenzy in the comments.

Among the first to react was GloRilla herself, thrilled to see Rihanna enjoying her music. “RIRI OMGGGGGG,” she gushed with heart-eye emojis. “I luvvv yoouuuuuuuuu.” Celebrities like Keke Palmer, Ice Spice, and Yung Miami also joined in, showing love for the Fenty queen.

But Rihanna isn’t just dancing these days. She’s also teased fans with news of her upcoming album, promising it will be worth the wait. In an interview with Extra, she assured, “It’s gonna be amazing… It has to be.” Fans eagerly await her next musical evolution.

What’s your take on Rihanna jamming to GloRilla’s “TGIF” and ASAP Rocky’s reaction? Share your thoughts below, and stay tuned to Honk Magazine for more updates!

Tweet LinkedIn PinShares0

Music

Drake and Camila Cabello’s Chemistry Shines in New Collabs

Drake has a knack for creating memorable duets with female artists, and his latest tracks with Camila Cabello, “Hot Uptown” and “UUUGLY,” are no exception. Their synergy is particularly evident in “Hot Uptown,” with Cabello previously praising Drake’s artistry and warm presence in the studio. On June 28, Drake reciprocated the admiration with a heartfelt Instagram post.

The post featured photos from their “vacation,” during which they recorded “Hot Uptown.” One photo showed them at a table, and another captured them on jet skis. Drake captioned it, “Thanks for the link up @camila_cabello. Congrats.” These collaborations mark a high point for Drake, especially after facing challenges following his battle with Kendrick Lamar.

In an interview with The Times, Cabello expressed her support for Drake, lamenting the negativity surrounding him after the release of “Not Like Us.” She hopes for a resolution between Drake and Lamar, saying, “If only you guys could just have dinner or something.”

Cabello’s passion for hip-hop drove her to collaborate with Drake, as she wanted to explore this genre more deeply on her new album. The partnership has clearly been fruitful, and fans can only hope for more hits from the duo in the future.