Kanye West's name has been in the news this year for pretty much everything except his music. That trend for the rapper broke in a cover story with GQ, where he talked about his plans for a follow up to Yeezus as early as September. Kanye also talked about Drake being the most popular rapper right now. That's right: One of the most ego-centric artists in rap had to give props where props were due.
Meek Mill's legal troubles continued when he was denied a court hearing concerning a probation violation that has the Philly rapper locked up until September. Meanwhile, Lil Wayne revealed plans to join the sports world as a manager, while Busta Rhymes announced his split with Birdman and Cash Money Records. Check out all that and more on What The Hell Just Happened In Music This Week?
Meek Mill and his legal team were denied a hearing in court, which puts his album release date in jeopardy.
Kanye West revealed plans for his upcoming album, as well as praised Drake.
J Dilla's mother honored the late-great producer by donating his equipment to the Smithsonian.
Ray J was reportedly charged with 10 crimes stemming from an incident this past May.
A disgruntled fan at a Lauryn Hill concert received a verbal lashing from the veteran artist.
Busta Rhymes announced his split with Cash Money Records.
Date: 7/23/2014
There may be many people who don't remember the announcement but Busta Rhymes is now formerly a member of Cash Money Records. While he didn't release an album in his three years there, Busta has quietly departed from the label and announced it on "Sway In The Morning" today. He says there's bad blood between him and Birdman, but he needed more focus on his new album:
If I feel like if, in the slightest way we ain’t facilitating everything necessary for the vision to be seen and executed in the way I’m envisioning this s–t for the last five years, let me live and die in my own own inequity, homie. After I see this through, if there’s other opportunities for us to explore as businessmen together, let’s continue to do it."
Busta is currently pushing his single "Calm Down" with Eminem and preparing to release his album E.L.E. II. —Justin Davis
Related: Busta Rhymes Speaks On His Departure From Cash Money
Justin Bieber shared a bunch of new music on Instagram.
J. Cole shut down Los Angeles with two sold-out shows that included guest appearances from Drake and Kendrick Lamar.
French Montana and Khloe Kardashian gave their first interview together on Power 105, and it was pretty damn entertaining.
Lil Wayne reportedly began his own sports management company.
