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Nicki Minaj Receives MJ Video Vanguard Award at VMAs. Highlights Mental Health.

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Trinidad and Tobago born, Queens, New York raised rapper, Nicki Minaj has been honored by MTV with the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard award.

Minaj, who also took home the award for Best Hip Hop, thanked the “key people” who inspire her during her acceptance speech, namely Lil Wayne and JAY-Z. She also highlighted Kanye West, Rihanna, Beyoncé and others who she said gave her “huge opportunities.”

Nicki then spoke on the topic of mental health saying, “I wish Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson were still here. I wish that people understood what they meant and what they were going through. I wish people took mental health seriously, even for the people who we think have perfect lives. I wish Pop Smoke and Juice WRLD and Nipsey Hussle were here.”

The Michael Jackson video Vanguard award is given to an artist that has made an “outstanding contribution” to music and pop culture. Nicki is the second female rapper to receive the award. Missy Elliott received the award in 2019.

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Sean ‘Diddy’Combs Indicted, Arrested in New York.

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Music mogul Sean Diddy Combs has been arrested in Manhattan after a grand jury indicted him. It is reported that the disgraced music executive was taken into custody by federal agents with Homeland Security.

Combs has been facing major public scrutiny since his former girlfriend Cassie Ventura accused him of sex trafficking and years of abuse in a 2023 lawsuit. Most recently, he was accused of years of psychological and physical abuse in a lawsuit filed by singer Don Richard.

In a statement, Diddy’s attorney said in part, ” we are disappointed with the decision to pursue what we believe is an unjust prosecution of Mr. Combs by the U.S. Attorney’s Office. He is an imperfect person, but not a criminal. He looks forward to clearing his name in court.”

The artiste and music executive has denied wrongdoing and his legal team has said they plan to fight them in court.

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Popcaan Sells Out London Arena ; First Jamaican Act Since Bob Marley.

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Jamaican dancehall artiste Popcaan is now credited with being the first dancehall act to sell out the Crystal Palace Bowl in London since Bob Marley. The artiste made his presence felt at the Live Nation produced Popcaan and Friends event on July 28th.

The Crystal Palace Bowl, renowned for its vibrant musical legacy, drew an exuberant crowd of over 10,000 people who came out to see Poppy and his friends in dancehall. A media release issued, highlighted the dancehall artiste’s unparalleled performance, saying he captivated fans, delivering a night of pure musical magic and cultural celebration. “From his meticulously styled hair to his perfectly curated song selections, Popcaan proudly waved the Jamaican flag high, showcasing his immense talent to the world,” the release read.

Spice, Other Acts Deliver.

Fellow dancehall artiste, Spice was also a part of the sold out event. “Adding to the evening’s excitement, the Queen of Dancehall, Spice, graced the stage with a sensational performance. Her dynamic presence and commanding vocals set the tone for an unforgettable night, leaving the audience in awe and elevating the event to unprecedented heights,” the release shared.

The event also featured the likes of special guests  Soun Bwoii, who ignited the stage with his viral hit “Pump Up,” and Damon Albarn, frontman of the renowned band Gorillaz. The crowd erupted with energy when Albarn and Popcaan performed their hit collaboration, “Saturnz Barz,” creating a truly memorable moment that exemplified the seamless fusion of genres and cultures.

Popcaan was also joined on stage by his younger brother, Natebadz, who performed their collaborative track “Warrior.” The song, which has been making waves, brought a powerful energy to the show as the brothers united to deliver a performance that resonated deeply with the crowd.

Reggae legend Luciano was among the distinguished guests, attending to enjoy the show and lend his support, symbolizing the deep roots of Jamaican music from which dancehall has evolved. The event also drew the attention of international stars like former Manchester United footballer Patrice Evra and actor Michael Ward, known for his role in the hit Netflix series Top Boy, both of whom attended to show their support and appreciation for Popcaan’s historic night.

The landmark event reflects the dancehall genre’s steady influence and the powerful resonance of Jamaican culture in the global music landscape.

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