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Meek Mill Speaks Out Following Walter Wallace’s Shooting Death In Philadelphia

Protests have been heating up in Philadelphia following the shooting death of Walter Wallace Jr., a 27-year-old Black man. Upwards of thirty police officers were hurt during the protests, which saw groups of protesters run off cops as they rioted. 

The people of West Philadelphia are enraged after Walter Wallace Jr. was killed in front of his mother. A video filmed by a witness shows it all happening. Wallace is said to have been carrying a knife and he was seemingly walking toward two police officers. As he continued walking at them, one of the officers fired what sounds like nine shots, killing him. 

Hailing from Philadelphia, Meek Mill is disgusted by what happened in his hometown, sharing the video on Instagram Stories and saying:

“A so called ‘thug on the streets’ wouldn’t shoot a man with a small knife that many times to protect themselves…. the hood been seeing this our whole lives.. I posted for y’all to see a young man killed in front of his mom and coulda been resolved with a tazer or a shot or 2! Let’s help her ASAP!”

The video, included below, is incredibly disturbing and shows the shooting death of Walter Wallace Jr.

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Wtf #philly4you rest up cuz 🖤

A post shared by Lìl Jrìzzÿ***19153 (@_liljrizzy) on Oct 26, 2020 at 12:53pm PDT

We will continue to keep you informed on new information in this case.

Rest in peace.

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The Real Mack The Knife honors memory and spirit with soulful release “Rio Grande de Loíza”

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The song “Rio Grande de Loíza” by The Real Mack The Knife is a powerful tribute to Puerto Rico’s history, memory, and sacred spirit. The track transforms nature into something spiritual, intimate, and timeless, inspired by the legendary river and Julia de Burgos’ immortal voice.

The song “Rio Grande de Loíza” has an old, alive vibe from the beginning. River water, moonlight, desire, and cultural memory shape a song that seems to rise from the ground. The Real Mack The Knife uses the river as a living, symbolic being, unlike the original work.

Julia de Burgos gives the piece incredible depth. She sees the river as a witness, a mother, a wound, a mirror, and a prayer throughout the song’s emotional landscape. The literary and spiritual connection gives the track a haunting beauty beyond music.

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Devan Ibiza adds soul and reflection on new release “Portland”

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With “Portland,” Devan Ibiza creates a warm, thoughtful, atmospheric hip-hop record rooted in boom-bap’s deep, reflective energy. Soulful production and introspective mood make it a quiet moment of thought rather than a distraction.

“Portland” embodies classic hip-hop. Boom-bap gives it a rhythmic foundation, and warm, soulful production draws listeners in. This beat is perfect for contemplation, letting emotion and thought flow.

The single’s mood adds interest. Devan Ibiza values subtlety and atmosphere over loudness and trends. The song’s restraint is its strength. Late-night thoughts, personal memories, and quiet realizations make “Portland” contemplative.

Devan Ibiza’s release is well-paced emotionally. Since the song is never rushed or crowded, its atmosphere can naturally resonate. That patience gives “Portland” a timeless quality usually reserved for classic hip-hop stories and soulful underground records.

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