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Kendrick Lamar’s affiliate Hitta J3 faces backlash over resurfaced 2015 tweet

Kendrick Lamar‘s longtime associate, Hitta J3, is facing criticism after an old tweet from 2015 resurfaced online. The tweet, which said, “She off a xan, her coochie easy,” has sparked outrage among fans and social media users for its disrespectful tone. This incident comes when Hitta J3 and Kendrick Lamar are in a public feud with Canadian rapper Drake. Fans of Drake have been taking to Twitter (now known as X) to taunt both Hitta and Lamar.

One user even suggested that Lamar’s popular song “Not Like Us” may have been a hidden jab at Drake’s team, joking, “Not Like Us was actually about your squad lmaoooooooo you so genius you played it as a Drake diss track.” This has fueled speculation about the relationship between the two artists and the possibility of an ongoing rivalry. Adding to the controversy, fans have brought up lines from Kendrick Lamar’s song “Meet The Grahams,” where he speaks about strange behaviors in the music industry. This reference has raised more questions, leading listeners to wonder if there’s more to the story than what is being shown.

So far, Hitta J3 has not publicly commented on the backlash. His silence has left many wondering if he will apologize or explain his past words. All eyes are on him now, as people are eager to see how he will handle the situation. How Hitta J3 responds in the coming days could significantly affect his reputation, especially as fans of both Kendrick Lamar and Drake continue to stir up discussions online.

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Album Review

Paul Terry, Aptøsrs & Cellarscape unite on bold new album “Alternative Piano Club”

Combining his three artistic alter egos, Paul Terry presents an awe-inspiring new 12-track album, “Alternative Piano Club,” written in collaboration with Aptøsrs and Cellarscape. This is an album-length voyage of music that blends acoustic, rock, and piano-driven cinematic sounds.

Torn between this complex emotional spectrum, all the while the piano remains at its core throughout. Paul Terry opens his “Memento Mori (Chromogenic Phase)” contemplatively, creating a solemn, reflective mood. Cellarscape’s “Three Years Of Roses“ is warmer, whereas Aptøsrs’ “Questionnaires“ is much more textured as a large, sculptural post-rock.

“Dave’s Theme,” written by Paul Terry, musically expands the narrative with a touch of cinematic elevation that aligns well. “We Shape The Clouds” by Cellarscape is fluffy and heart-warming, “Writers Behind The Curtain” is somber, more narrative. We are all together in “A Place We Made,” an honest, intimate, emotionally grounded space.

The project contains vocal warmth and cultural depth in the song “This Is My Home“ by Silas Miami & Lana Crowster. Proceeding in a totally different direction is the stronger emotional clarity of Paul Terry’s acoustic storytelling on “Any Time You Want To Fly” and “No Sleep Has Come.” Cellarscape presents a wide, spacious atmospheric moment in “Cygnus,” while Aptøsrs ends with “Rust Mountain (Monochrome Piano Version),” a simple gem that brings the project full circle.

The mixing of Sam Okell and Adam Noble, the mastering of Alex Wharton and Robin Schmidt have, in many ways, brought their polish to it while still making it feel human. “Alternative Piano Club” is a work entity, where three musical personalities met and talk mind in the same emotional language.

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Artist Spotlight

LAST ALEX! balances precision and pulse on the electrifying track “Plus 1”

LAST ALEX!, a Chicago-based artist and producer, comes out with “Plus 1,” a high-energy release that combines technical prowess with an undeniable melodic instinct.

LAST ALEX! puts both craftsmanship and creativity on display here. The song’s strength lies in its balance, in detailed execution without sacrificing feeling, and in complexity without losing momentum.

LAST ALEX! doesn’t fully lean into the cold technique or loose emotion, but finds the sweet spot where skill and soul meet. This yields a polished, vibrant, and musically confident track.

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