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Luigi Mangione, awaiting trial for murder and weapons charges, reveals he has been listening to Lil Durk in jail after a fellow inmate recommended it, despite initially exploring other artists like Taylor Swift and Charli XCX. The story has sparked social media reactions, highlighting the influence of inmate recommendations on musical tastes.
Chicago rapper Lil Durk has been linked by federal prosecutors to the 2022 murder of Stephon Mack in Roseland, Chicago. This connection emerged from unsealed documents related to a murder-for-hire conspiracy, for which Lil Durk pleaded not guilty last month. The charges also involve a plot against rapper Quando Rondo, following the killing of King Von. Lil Durk faces additional conspiracy and gun charges, with potential life imprisonment. Two others, Anthony Montgomery-Wilson and Preston Powell, are accused of conspiring to kill Mack for money.
Federal prosecutors have linked rapper Lil Durk to a 2022 Chicago murder, alleging his involvement in the shooting death of Stephon Mack, a leader of the Gangster Disciples. This development comes ahead of Durk's detention hearing in Los Angeles, where he faces separate charges of orchestrating a murder-for-hire plot against Quando Rondo, linked to the death of King Von. Prosecutors oppose his release, citing evidence of his involvement in the plot and plans to flee the country. If convicted, Durk could face life in prison.
Kanye West is reportedly in talks with Lil Durk's label, Alamo Records, to buy out his contract after the label blocked a collaboration between the two artists. The decision came after Alamo Records CEO Todd Moscowitz refused to give permission for Durk's verse to be released on West's new song "Vultures." This comes amidst controversy surrounding the track, with critics deeming it antisemitic due to West's lyrics. It remains unclear if West plans to handle a new contract for Durk or help him land at another label.
Several people were injured at a Lil Durk concert in Chicago after false reports of a shooting caused panic and a stampede. An Aurora woman was stabbed in the forehead during a fight, while another woman and her two young nephews were injured in the chaos. Videos posted on social media showed people running for exits and fighting in the stands. The police confirmed that there was no active shooter. Lil Durk later posted on social media, thanking Chicago and expressing disbelief at the merchandise theft. The United Center ended the show early for everyone's safety and is working with authorities to investigate the incidents.
Morgan Wallen surprised fans at his sold-out show at Wrigley Field in Chicago by bringing out his friend and collaborator rapper Lil Durk to perform their song "Stand By Me." The duo previously worked together on their hit single "Broadway Girls" and Durk has expressed interest in doing a collaborative album with Wallen. Wallen returns to Wrigley Field tonight for another sold-out show before heading to Detroit next weekend.
Taylor Swift's "Midnights" returns to the top spot on the Billboard 200 chart for a sixth nonconsecutive week, following the release of two deluxe editions of the album and a new color vinyl variant. The album earned 282,000 equivalent album units in the US in the week ending June 1, with album sales comprising 196,000. The return to No. 1 ends Morgan Wallen's 12-week run at the top with "One Thing at a Time." Rapper Lil Durk's "Almost Healed" debuts at No. 3, marking his sixth top 10-charting effort on the Billboard 200.
Taylor Swift's "Midnights" returns to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart for a sixth nonconsecutive week after the release of two deluxe editions of the album and a new color vinyl variant of the original standard album. The album earned 282,000 equivalent album units in the United States in the week ending June 1, the second-largest week of 2023 for any album. The return to No. 1 halts the chart-topping run of Morgan Wallen's "One Thing at a Time," which falls to No. 2 after spending its first 12 weeks at No. 1. Rapper Lil Durk scores his sixth top 10 with "Almost Healed" debuting at No. 3.
Gunna has released a new track titled "Bread and Butter" in response to Lil Baby, Lil Durk, and Quality Control boss Pierre "Pee" Thomas. Fans believe the lyrics are aimed at Lil Baby for unfollowing Gunna and at Pee for allegedly snitching. Gunna also fired back at Durk for his song snippet from earlier this year. However, Lil Gotit disapproved of the song and even his deceased YSL rapper brother Lil Keed would have disapproved of Gunna's actions.
Gunna releases a new song called "Bread & Butter" where he denies snitching allegations and takes thinly veiled shots at Lil Durk and Lil Baby, who have distanced themselves from him. The rapper reiterates his love for Young Thug and shows his hunger to prove himself. It is unclear if this will lead to a new album.
Pitchfork recommends new albums from Lil Durk, Water From Your Eyes, Arlo Parks, Jay Worthy & Roc Marciano, Sparks, HiTech, Asma Maroof, Patrick Belaga & Tapiwa Svosve, M. Sage, and Pines of Rome. Lil Durk's Almost Healed features collaborations with J. Cole, Future, 21 Savage, Alicia Keys, and a Juice WRLD verse. Water From Your Eyes' Everyone's Crush is a freaky pop album with helter-skelter beats and pitch-bent guitars. Arlo Parks' My Soft Machine is an immersive indie folk, pop, and rock album about first love and mid-twenties anxiety. Sparks' The Girl Is Crying in Her Latte is a mix of oddball vignettes set to infectious synthpop.
Rapper Lil Durk has released his highly anticipated new album, "Almost Healed," featuring a mix of tracks that showcase his signature style. Fans have been eagerly awaiting the release of the album, which includes collaborations with several other artists.
Lil Durk has released a new song titled "Pelle Coat" ahead of his upcoming album "Almost Healed". The track features the rapper's signature bars and is already receiving positive reviews from fans.
Morgan Wallen's "Last Night" spends its seventh week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart, while Lil Durk's "All My Life," featuring J. Cole, debuts at No. 2. Luke Combs' cover of Tracy Chapman's "Fast Car" jumps from No. 11 to No. 9 on the Hot 100. Miley Cyrus' "Flowers" holds at No. 3, SZA's "Kill Bill" slips to No. 4, and Eslabon Armado and Peso Pluma's "Ella Baila Sola" drops to No. 5.