by Jonathan P-Wright | Dec 24, 2021 | Latest, Music News, Social Justice |
Following the Astroworld Festival tragedy, Travis Scott has hired attorney Daniel Petrocelli.
Having a practice experience of representing high-profile clients, including Donald Trump.
Heading Los Angeles-based law firm O’Melveny & Myers, Petro celli was appointed to represent Trump against fraud claims filed over Trump University real estate courses.
According to Revolt, Petrocelli sent letters out to the various lawyers representing the kin of those who died during Scott’s Astroworld Festival.
During an interview, he said that his client was devastated by the Astroworld tragedy and that he grieves for the families whose loved ones died or sustained injuries Speaking on behalf of Travis, lawyer Petrocelli promised Travis would settle funeral expenses for victims of the tragedy, including Mr. Blount’s son.
Extending financial aid to cater for funeral expenses was, however, not taken well by the families of the victims, especially the Blount family.
Losing a young kid during the tragedy is genuinely painfully. Regarding Scott’s offer, Blount, through his lawyer, rejected the proposal to cover funeral expenses.
Giving a statement, Bob Hilliard, representing Blount’s family, said that Scott faces a journey of pain and remorse ahead. According to Bob, Scott must face and hopefully see that he bears some of the responsibility for Astroworld tragedy.
Facing a lawsuit of $2 billion, Scott is being held responsible for the tragedy of fatalities and casualties. According to the lawsuit, Scott is accused of inciting the crowd into a frenzy and blames organizers for not considering safety concerns.
This article was penned by Jonathan P. Wright. Jonathan is a freelance writer for multiple mainstream publications and CVO of RADIOPUSHERS. You can read more of his work by clicking here.
by Jonathan P-Wright | Dec 24, 2021 | Business News, Latest, Music News |
According to TMZ, the hard drive, previously owned by Pac’s former bodyguard Frank Alexandar, is being sold by GottaHaveRockandRoll.com.
Starting price for the drive is listed at a value of $10,000, but it could sell for more than $600,000.
Following the successful auction, the lucky winner will access unreleased music, depositions, and never-before-seen photos of Pac.
Gaining from the auction also is the foundation which will receive 10 percent of total earnings.
Bidding last month saw a lucky bidder spend more than $22,390 for the rapper’s notebook, which contained five of his handwritten notes.
Auctioning of Tupac’s belongings last year. Also saw Love letters he penned being sold for $75,600 to a fan who purchased the collection.
Since celebrity items in auctions attract a competitive demand, exclusive Tupac items are arguably higher, considering his storied career and untimely demise.
Displaying at Celebrity Cars Las Vegas showroom is Tupac’s BMW, which has since been repaired.
Being the last place that vehicle that Tupac was in before being shot makes his BMW a priced item in the showroom.
Existing pieces of Tupac’s treasure also include; a collection of rare Tupac photos taken by hip-hop journalist and photographer Lawrence “Loupy D” Dotson at the 2Pacalypse Now album.
Auctioning of Tupacs photos taken by hip-hop journalist and photographer Lawrence “Loupy D” Dotson was also done.
Speaking to the rolling stone, Loupy D Dotson said you can see it in his eyes: the determination, the passion, the swagger, and the shine
According to Loupy, by looking at the photos, Pac knew what he was going for an on stage that night, becoming the legend he is.
Amazing aspect of the photos is that they portray a side of the man few people get to see since he is not wearing jewels and Versace but appears humble and hungry.
This article was penned by Jonathan P. Wright. Jonathan is a freelance writer for multiple mainstream publications and CVO of RADIOPUSHERS. You can read more of his work by clicking here.
by Jonathan P-Wright | Dec 23, 2021 | Latest, Music News |
Appearing in court were the suspects in the Mac Miller murder who died from using drugs.
Investigating officers have linked several people to being directly or indirectly involved in the MC and rapper’s death.
Presiding over the court hearing on MacMillers murder was Judge Otis D. Wright
Pleading guilty to distributing drugs to Mac Miller were two suspects, namely Stephen Andrew Walter and Ryan Michael Reavis.
According to various news agencies, Stephen Andrew Walter and Ryan Michael Reavis confessed to their role in the transaction that indirectly led to Mac Miller’ death.
During Tuesday morning’s (November 30) court hearing, Miller’s supplier confessed to giving the counterfeit oxycontin pills to Reavis.
Pleading not guilty, Mac Miller’s dealer said that he was unaware of the pills’ contents
Confessing to abetting the transaction, Walter told Judge Otis D. Wright. “that he did not know that fentanyl made up the pills.”
During the hearing, however, Reavis, who remained mum during the entire proceedings, admitted that he knew they contained either fentanyl or some other controlled substance
Following an investigation into Miller’s death, it was confirmed he passed away after ingesting a mix of fentanyl, cocaine, and alcohol.
According to Walter’s statement before the court on September 4, 2018, he instructed Reavis to deliver oxycodone pills to Cameron Pettit.
Defending himself from the murder charges, Walter said that he should be charged with selling blue pills (little blue counterfeit oxycontin pills) and didn’t know what was in them.
During cross-examination in court, Walter said he had never met Miller and was unaware of Petitt’s plans with pills.
Sentencing for the suspect may include 20 years in federal imprisonment, a lifetime of supervised release, a $1 million fine, and other court fees for distributing a controlled substance. Walter, Reaves, and Pettite are all scheduled to stand trial next year.
This article was penned by Jonathan P. Wright. Jonathan is a freelance writer for multiple mainstream publications and CVO of RADIOPUSHERS. You can read more of his work by clicking here.
by Jonathan P-Wright | Dec 23, 2021 | Latest, Music News |
According to Travis Scott, Astroworld Festival was supposed to be the concert of a lifetime, but it turned into a tragic nightmare.
Looking at what happened in the crowd and the young victims killed, what happens next remains uncertain.
Reporting on this tragedy, Hulu even had a special feature titled “Astroworld: Concert From Hell,” which chronicled the fatal event and its tragic aftermath. And dropped on Wednesday (December 1).
Leaking of the news special by Hulu sparked reactions from social media users who expressed their displeasure with the content
Releasing of the content was also planned amid an ongoing investigation into the fatal incident.
According to multiple sources, the documentary Astroworld: Concert From Hell contained interviews and press conferences featuring victims’ families originally aired on ABC.
Following the airing of the piece, Hulu posted the news on its platform with other ABC specials,
Condemning the inconsideration by Hulu and ABC, a Twitter User @DaKidGowie called ABC and the streaming platform out for attempting to profit off of the tragedy.
Condemning the news piece, another user @ David Gowie: noted that filming a series about Astroworld amid tragedy is wildly insensitive,
Lamenting, he tweeted, both ABC and HULU are making cash regardless of mourning families, traumatized victims
Landing page and synopsis of Astroworld are still up for subscribers to see despite being pulled down by Hulu.
Occurring last month in Travis Scott’s hometown of Houston, Texas, the Astroworld Festival ended tragically
Involving many casualties caused many to be trampled amid a sudden rush, with hundreds also injured; ten individuals passed away as a result.
Commenting on Twitter another user, @LilAioli said that “burials are still ongoing, the legal cases have not even begun, but documentaries about the tragedy have already been completed.
This article was penned by Jonathan P. Wright. Jonathan is a freelance writer for multiple mainstream publications and CVO of RADIOPUSHERS. You can read more of his work by clicking here.
by Jesse Swindell | Dec 22, 2021 | Business News, Latest, Music News |
Announcing on Twitter on Thursday (December 2). Cardi B stated that she is now the first-ever creative director in residence at Playboy.
Posting her tweet, she said, “Ya girl is now the first-ever Creative Director in Residence at Playboy. What a dream!!”
Providing artistic direction for the brand’s digital editorial, experiential activations, cross-branded fashion, and sexual wellness merchandise collections are some roles Cardi B will perform.
Added to her new role, she will also serve as a founding member and creative director for the brand’s new creator-led platform, CENTERFOLD.
Summing up as a founder, Cardi B adds another role among her other roles, including Mc, rapper, and actor.
Revealing her enthusiasm, she also said, “For as long as I can remember, I’ve felt connected to Playboy.”
Supporting her role in Playboy, she said, it’s truly the original platform for uncensored creativity, and I’m inspired by its incredible legacy of fighting for personal freedoms
Expressing her excitement, she described CENTERFOLD as an avenue for creators to feel safe in their creativity and sexuality.
Adding to her excitement was that a few days before the lunch, she had celebrated her second diamond single, making her the most-diamond-certified female rapper of all time.
Reaching diamond status earlier this year was the famed song breakout single “Bodak Yellow
Holding a record of being the woman rapper with the most diamond-certified songs, she is also the third female artist to have over one diamond-selling track.
Taking to her Twitter page, she also thanked Maroon 5 and said,” Thank you so much, Maroon 5, for including me in this song, and this is the song I cater to my daughter every time I perform it. I’m forever grateful.”
This article was penned by Jonathan P. Wright. Jonathan is a freelance writer for multiple mainstream publications and CVO of RADIOPUSHERS. You can read more of his work by clicking here.
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