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music1 year ago

J. Cole to Celebrate '2014 Forest Hills Drive' 10th Anniversary at MSG

J. Cole is celebrating the 10th anniversary of his album '2014 Forest Hills Drive' with a concert at Madison Square Garden on December 16. Pre-sale tickets will be available from December 2, with general sales starting December 4. Additionally, 2,014 tickets will be sold for $1 in-person on the day of the concert. J. Cole has also been engaging fans with a new audio series and re-releasing his early mixtapes on streaming platforms. His Dreamville Festival is set to return in 2025.

via Pitchfork|
#2014-forest-hills-drive#anniversary#concert
entertainment1 year ago

"Beyoncé's Country Music Takeover: From 'Cowboy Carter' to Chart Domination"

Beyoncé's album "Cowboy Carter" remains at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for a second week, marking her first repeat at the top since her 2013 self-titled album. Boosted by physical sales of CD and vinyl copies, the album garnered the equivalent of 125,500 sales in the U.S. J. Cole's surprise release "Might Delete Later" enters at No. 2, while Tomorrow X Together's "Minisode 3: Tomorrow" debuts at No. 3.

via The New York Times|
#beyonce#billboard-200#cowboy-carter
music1 year ago

"J. Cole's Controversial Moves: From Drake Disses to Future & Metro Boomin Collab"

J. Cole is accused of betraying Drake by collaborating with Future and Metro Boomin on their new album, which also contains shots at Drake from A$AP Rocky and The Weeknd. This move is seen as a betrayal to Drake, especially after J. Cole previously apologized to Kendrick Lamar for dissing him. There is talk of Drake preparing a diss track in response to these developments.

via HipHopDX|
#collaboration#drake#future
music1 year ago

"Future, Metro Boomin, and J. Cole Join Forces for 'We Still Don't Trust You' Album"

Future and Metro Boomin release "We Still Don’t Trust You" featuring J. Cole, with Cole's verse in "Red Leather" seemingly aimed at Drake. This follows Cole's diss track in response to Kendrick Lamar's verse on a previous song. Despite the apparent tension, Cole has apologized for the diss track, expressing respect for his peers. Drake has yet to respond, and his rumored appearance at Dreamville did not materialize.

via Rolling Stone|
#diss-track#drake#future
music1 year ago

"Rap Beef Regrets: J. Cole's Apology to Kendrick Lamar"

The recent rap beef between J. Cole, Drake, and Kendrick Lamar raises questions about the purpose and meaning of such conflicts in today's hip-hop landscape. While traditional rap beefs often had tangible stakes, this current feud seems to lack a clear objective, with each artist pursuing different goals. Kendrick's surprise diss on a recent track prompted responses from both Drake and Cole, but the nature of their exchanges and their subsequent reactions suggest a lack of consensus on what is being fought for. The evolving dynamics of the music industry and the changing metrics of success have also contributed to a shift in the significance of rap beefs, emphasizing drama and attention over traditional measures of victory.

via NPR|
#drake#hip-hop#j-cole
entertainment1 year ago

"J. Cole's Apology to Kendrick Lamar: A Lesson in Modern Rap Diplomacy"

Rapper J Cole's apology to Kendrick Lamar highlights the evolution of hip-hop artists into corporate giants, showcasing their mastery of branding, deal-making, and diversification. Author Nels Abbey compares these moguls to business icons like Warren Buffett, emphasizing their entrepreneurial talents and resilience. The article underscores the influence of hip-hop moguls in various industries and their ability to generate headlines and profits through controversies and beefs.

via The Guardian|
#business#capitalism#entertainment
music1 year ago

J. Cole's Apology to Kendrick Lamar Sparks Controversy

50 Cent publicly reaches out to J. Cole after his apology to Kendrick Lamar, expressing urgency for a conversation. Cole apologized for dissing Kendrick on a track, acknowledging his respect for his peers and expressing regret for his actions. Despite plans to remove the track from streaming services, it remains available for now. Online speculation abounds about 50 Cent's reaction given his own history of rap beef.

via HipHopDX|
#50-cent#apology#j-cole
music1 year ago

"J. Cole's Apology to Kendrick Lamar and Patrick Mahomes' Shoutout in New Song"

J. Cole publicly apologizes to Kendrick Lamar for his diss track "7 Minute Drill," admitting that it didn't sit well with him and expressing regret for downplaying Lamar's career and greatness. The apology came during J. Cole's performance at the Dreamville Festival, where he acknowledged the misstep and asked for forgiveness from his fans. Despite this, he also indicated that he's prepared to take any shots Lamar may fire back, signaling a potential resolution to their simmering feud.

via Entertainment Weekly News|
#apology#diss-track#j-cole
music1 year ago

"J. Cole Expresses Regret Over Kendrick Lamar Diss Track"

Rapper J. Cole apologized for releasing a diss track aimed at Kendrick Lamar, vowing to update the song or remove it from streaming services, following a verse exchange that began in October. The diss track, "7 Minute Drill," was featured on his surprise new album, "Might Delete Later," and included lines referencing Lamar. J. Cole publicly apologized during his headlining performance at the Dreamville Festival, expressing regret and hoping for forgiveness from Lamar, whom he called one of the "greatest" in hip-hop.

via The New York Times|
#apology#diss-track#hip-hop
music1 year ago

J. Cole Apologizes to Kendrick Lamar for Diss Track

During his closing set at the 2024 Dreamville Festival, J. Cole admitted that dissing Kendrick Lamar on his track "7 Minute Drill" was the "lamest" and "goofiest" thing he's ever done, expressing regret and acknowledging his respect for Kendrick's talent. He announced plans to remove the track from streaming services and asked for forgiveness, following speculation that the song was a response to Kendrick's bars on another track.

via XXLMAG.COM|
#diss-track#dreamville-festival#j-cole
music1 year ago

J. Cole Reflects on Kendrick Lamar Diss in Surprise Album 'Might Delete Later'

J. Cole expressed regret for releasing his Kendrick Lamar diss track, "7 Minute Drill," during a performance at his Dreamville Festival, calling it the "lamest" thing he's done. He felt pressured to respond publicly but now regrets it, acknowledging that it disrupted his peace and didn't sit right with his spirit. He publicly praised Kendrick Lamar's greatness and expressed a desire to realign with his true path, while also inviting Kendrick to take his best shot if he feels a way.

via Variety|
#diss-track#hip-hop#j-cole
music1 year ago

"Rap Beef Update: Russ Declares Neutrality, J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar Exchange Diss Tracks"

Russ humorously avoids taking sides in the escalating tension between J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar, citing his age as a reason. J. Cole fires back at Kendrick on his surprise new project, "Might Delete Later," with scathing bars referencing Kendrick's recent disses. Kendrick had previously taken aim at J. Cole and Drake in a guest verse on Future and Metro Boomin's "Like That."

via HipHopDX|
#avoidance#j-cole#kendrick-lamar
music1 year ago

J. Cole's Controversial Moments: A Recap

J. Cole released a surprise EP including a track called "7 Minute Drill" where he responds to Kendrick Lamar's recent shots. In the song, Cole throws a "warning shot" at Kendrick, employing Jay-Z's "Takeover" tactic to critique Kendrick's catalog and sparse release schedule, but also expresses hesitation and love for his friend. The diss shows Cole's precarious position between two friends, Drake and Kendrick, as the battle lines in rap are drawn, with fans wanting to see major swings from the big names. However, some argue that Cole's measured approach in the rap beef arena may have been too conscientious and almost deferential.

via Rolling Stone|
#diss-track#j-cole#kendrick-lamar
music1 year ago

"Unpacking J. Cole's Controversial Moments: From Diss Tracks to Controversial Statements"

J. Cole's new song "Pi" from his surprise-released album "Might Delete Later" contains transphobic lyrics, continuing a pattern of insensitivity towards the LGBTQ+ community in his music. This is not the first time Cole has faced criticism for such content, with previous instances of using derogatory language and making offensive remarks. The song has sparked backlash for using trans identity as an insult and a joke, prompting disappointment and concern over the mainstream rapper's lack of sensitivity and respect.

via Consequence|
#controversy#hip-hop#j-cole