Russ Reveals Uncleared Sample Cost Him Almost $1 Million
Russ just dropped two truth bombs—one financial and one cultural. First, he revealed that his hit “Losin Control” cost him $850K after he forgot to clear a sample from Oneohtrix Point Never’s “Behind the Bank.” Originally recorded in 2015, Russ admitted he was just a “kid in a basement” at the time and didn’t know anyone in the industry. Fast forward a few years and a multi-platinum hit later, he had to cough up almost a million dollars to fix the mistake.

On another note, Russ is also calling out hip-hop’s dangerous trend of glorifying drug use. During his Apple Music chat with Aria Nejati, he revisited his controversial anti-drug stance that went viral in 2017. Russ made it clear: promoting Xanax and lean isn’t cool—it’s reckless. He challenged artists to think about the impact of their lyrics and image on young fans. “Inspire self-improvement, not self-destruction,” Russ said. Love him or hate him, he's standing on business.

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Utter Chaos Ensues in Downtown L.A. During Third Day of Violent Protests
Downtown Los Angeles erupted into violence during the third day of protests against the Trump Administration’s sweeping immigration raids. Demonstrators set cars on fire, launched fireworks, and clashed with police, who responded with riot gear, tear gas, and rubber bullets. One reporter was hit live on-air, and another woman was seen bleeding from the head in a viral video after being struck by police fire.

Governor Gavin Newsom refused to bow to federal threats, daring Trump’s Border Czar Tom Homan to arrest him if he interfered. Newsom, overseeing operations from L.A.’s Emergency Center, called Trump a “stone cold liar” and accused him of trying to ignite a civil war.

In response, Trump ordered thousands of National Guard troops to L.A., and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth threatened the deployment of 500 Marines under the Insurrection Act. This isn’t just about law and order—it’s about Trump testing how far he can tear at the fabric of American democracy. His tactics reek of authoritarianism, turning city streets into battlegrounds.

The protests have gone far beyond peaceful dissent—L.A. is now ground zero in a political warzone. What started as outrage over immigration raids has exploded into a fight over constitutional rights, state sovereignty, and the terrifying scope of unchecked federal power.

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Clipse Announce Tour For New Album "Let God Sort Em Out"
The drought is over—Clipse is officially back. The iconic brother duo of Pusha T and No Malice just announced a new album Let God Sort Em Out, dropping July 11, along with a coast-to-coast tour—marking their first national run together in over a decade. The tour starts August 3 in Boston and wraps September 10 in Detroit, with EARTHGANG joining them on the road.

Early buzz around the album is already heavy, with rumored features from Nas, Kendrick Lamar, and Stove God Cooks fueling the fire. Known for their razor-sharp lyricism and raw authenticity, Clipse looks ready to reclaim the crown and reignite a lyrical renaissance in modern hip-hop.

Here’s where to catch them live:

Clipse Let God Sort Em Out Tour Dates

• Aug 3 - Boston, MA - Roadrunner
• Aug 5 - Philadelphia, PA - Franklin Music Hall
• Aug 7 - New York, NY - Terminal 5
• Aug 9 - Fairfax, VA - EagleBank Arena
• Aug 10 - Virginia Beach, VA - The Dome
• Aug 12 - Miami, FL - The Fillmore
• Aug 13 - Orlando, FL - The Vanguard
• Aug 14 - Atlanta, GA - The Eastern
• Aug 16 - Cleveland, OH - Agora Theatre
• Aug 17 - Milwaukee, WI - The Eagles Ballroom
• Aug 18 - St. Louis, MO - The Factory
• Aug 19 - Fayetteville, AR - JJ's Live
• Aug 21 - Denver, CO - Mission Ballroom
• Aug 23 - Los Angeles, CA - The Novo
• Aug 25 - San Francisco, CA - Warfield Theatre
• Aug 27 - Phoenix, AZ - Marquee Theater
• Aug 28 - San Diego, CA - SOMA
• Aug 29 - Las Vegas, NV - The Theater at Virgin Hotels
• Sep 2 - Houston, TX - White Oak Music Hall
• Sep 3 - Oklahoma City, OK - The Criterion
• Sep 4 - Dallas, TX - The Bomb Factory
• Sep 6 - Kansas City, MO - Midland Theatre
• Sep 7 - Minneapolis, MN - The Armory
• Sep 8 - Chicago, IL - The Salt Shed
• Sep 10 - Detroit, MI - Masonic Temple

Tickets drop Friday, July 13. If you’ve been craving real rap, this is your summer salvation.

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