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Beastie Boys Back Joe Biden By Letting Him Use “Sabotage”

When you think about some of the most iconic groups in the history of music, the Beastie Boys are certainly up there. A few years ago, one of their beloved members, Adam Yauch, passed away and when he died, he asked that the band’s music never be used to promote products in advertisements. Now, however, due to just how high the stakes are in this election, the band has decided to go ahead and license the song “Sabotage” to the Joe Biden Presidential Campaign. Of course, Biden is more of a politician than a product, so it’s easy to see why this decision could have been made.

As for the ad the song is featured in, well, it’s certainly something that would be close to the hearts of those in the group. In the advertisement below, we get a look at a bar called the Blind Pig which is a venue that has played host to some massive musicians in their formative years. According to the establishment’s co-owner, COVID-19 has shut the place down and it’s now in jeopardy of going out of business. The ad explains why Donald Trump’s COVID response has been poor, and why someone new needs to take office.

“Everywhere I go, people have a story about the Blind Pig,” Blind Pig co-owner, Joe Malcoun said. “The Blind Pig has been one of those clubs that attract artists from all genres. For 50 years, the Blind Pig has been open and crowded, but right now, it’s an empty room. This is the reality of Trump’s Covid response. We don’t know how much longer we can survive without any revenue. A lot of restaurants and bars that have been mainstays for years will not make it through this. This is Donald Trump’s economy: There is no plan and you don’t know how to go forward. It makes me so angry. My only hope for my family and for this business and my community is that Joe Biden wins this election.”

This advertisement has already started airing in Michigan, as the Democrats look to reclaim the state after losing it in 2016. With the election just a few weeks away, we will certainly be seeing more ads like this, in the future.

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Drake Laughs Off Wack 100’s ‘Career Ending’ Allegations And Fans Weigh In

Drake isn’t losing any sleep over rumors, especially those coming from Wack 100. Despite Wack’s bold claims that he has information that could damage the Toronto superstar’s reputation, Drake remains unfazed. In a recent episode of No Jumper, host Adam22 revealed that he spoke to Drake about the alleged information Wack 100 claims to have. The shocking accusation? That Drake supposedly ordered a hit on someone. However, Adam22 quickly pointed out that Drake was more amused than concerned.

Drake appeared curious about what Wack would do with this supposed evidence if it even exists. As news of this conversation spread on social media, some fans speculated that Drake reaching out to Adam22 about the situation might suggest there’s something he’s hiding. One user suggested, “The fact that the man got in touch with Adam worried about a flash drive lets you know he’s hiding something.” On the flip side, others completely dismissed the whole story, arguing that Drake’s name often gets dragged into discussions just for attention. One fan commented, “I can guarantee Adam22 never spoke to Drake. Damn, Drake’s name is straight up feeding GENERATIONS… I wish I was exaggerating.”

This isn’t the first time someone has tried to take him down, and given his history, it likely won’t be the last. At this point, Wack 100’s credibility is being questioned just as much as his claims. With no proof showing up and Drake appearing completely unconcerned, this could be another example of noisy chatter online. Whether this storyline fizzles out or takes an unexpected turn, it’s clear that Drake isn’t sweating it.

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Bad Boy Records Co-Founder Sues Diddy, Alleges Heavy Involvement in Tupac’s Murder

The hip-hop community is buzzing as Kirk Burrowes, the former president and co-founder of Bad Boy Records, has filed a lawsuit making bold accusations against Sean “Diddy” Combs. This legal action takes things to a new level by linking Diddy to the murder of rap icon Tupac Shakur. For years, people have speculated about the infamous feud between East Coast and West Coast rappers, which many believe had tragic outcomes.

Burrowes claims to have detailed evidence suggesting that Diddy was involved in planning Tupac’s murder. He alleges that Diddy’s jealousy pushed him to go to great lengths to undermine Tupac’s success, using tactics like negative publicity and trying to sabotage his career. Burrowes, who played an essential role in the rise of Bad Boy Records until he was let go in 1997, paints a very gloomy picture of Diddy’s actions. Beyond the claims of bullying and financial manipulation that have surfaced in the past, Burrowes insists that Diddy had a significant role in the violent demise of one of hip-hop’s most legendary figures.

This explosive lawsuit raises important questions about how deep the rivalry between East Coast and West Coast artists went. Burrowes’s statements suggest that Diddy was involved in a way that many had long suspected. For fans, this lawsuit is yet another chapter in the ongoing saga of scandals surrounding Diddy. Legal professionals are considering whether this new evidence might finally lead to justice for Tupac. And for those who cherished Tupac’s legacy, it opens old wounds that have never healed. Will Burrowes’s claims finally bring some accountability, or is this just another twist in the complicated stories surrounding the deaths of Tupac and Biggie? This story is far from over.

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