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  • Jay-Z Faces Backlash After Nas’ $5 Billion Casino Plan Approved

    Jay-Z Faces Backlash After Nas’ $5 Billion Casino Plan Approved
    Sep 26 2025
    A recent development in New York’s casino dramas has reignited tension between two hip-hop titans. Jay-Z’s desire to open a casino in Times Square was rebuffed, and now Nas has landed what looks like a major win — and some are using that moment to take shots at Jay. Earlier this month, a community advisory board rejected Jay-Z’s proposal to build a casino in Times Square, citing concerns for the Broadway district and local livelihoods. The board argued that preserving the character of Broadway was essential for both residents and tourism, and that a casino “can go anywhere, but Broadway only lives here.” In response, Roc Nation CEO Desiree Perez expressed disappointment in how the decision ignored certain politicians’ commitments to New Yorkers.

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    2 min
  • Ice Spice Opens Up About Why Her Nicki Minaj Relationship Fell Apart

    Ice Spice Opens Up About Why Her Nicki Minaj Relationship Fell Apart
    Sep 17 2025
    The rap world was buzzing when Ice Spice and Nicki Minaj linked up for chart-topping collaborations, but their relationship didn’t last long. Now, Ice Spice is shedding light on why things went left — and it wasn’t simply personal drama. Leaked Texts Sparked Tension In 2024, private text messages surfaced after Ice Spice’s former friend, Baby Storme, leaked them online. In the messages, Ice called Nicki “ungrateful and delusional.” Ice later admitted the texts were real but stressed they came from a vulnerable moment. “Feeling used, basically,” Ice explained, adding that what hurt most wasn’t Nicki, but the betrayal from someone she trusted who chose to expose her. Business Complications Behind the Split Despite the emotional fallout, Ice Spice clarified that the true reason their relationship fizzled was tied to business. By the time Nicki’s team tried to bring her into a formal deal, Ice was already signed to two labels. With existing contracts in place, there was “no room” for the partnership to move forward. This contract conflict, more than anything, is what caused the disconnect. Respect Still Remains Even with the leaked texts and missed opportunities, Ice Spice has nothing but admiration for Nicki Minaj. In a conversation with Keke Palmer, she emphasized that Nicki will always be “mother” in the rap game. Ice admitted she might’ve used different words if given another chance, but the respect never faded.

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    2 min
  • LL Cool J to Host 2025 MTV VMAs: Date, Nomination, and Mariah Carey’s Vanguard Award

    LL Cool J to Host 2025 MTV VMAs: Date, Nomination, and Mariah Carey’s Vanguard Award
    Sep 4 2025
    Hip-hop legend LL Cool J is set to host the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards live from New York’s UBS Arena on September 7th. In this episode of Spate Radio, we break down why this is a full-circle moment for LL— from his trailblazing start at Def Jam, to being the first rapper ever honored with the Video Vanguard Award, to now taking the stage as solo host of one of music’s biggest nights. We’ll talk about his Best Hip-Hop nomination for “Murdergram Deaux” featuring Eminem, and what to expect when Mariah Carey receives this year’s Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award. Plus, we’ll look back at LL’s historic VMA moments, including his role in the Hip-Hop 50 tribute and his previous co-hosting stint with Nicki Minaj and Jack Harlow. Tap in as Spate Radio brings you the culture, the legends, and the future of music—straight, no chaser.

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    2 min
  • Iconic Duos Rumor: Latto & 21 Savage Spotted on Vacation Together

    Iconic Duos Rumor: Latto & 21 Savage Spotted on Vacation Together
    Sep 1 2025
    Iconic Duos Rumor: Latto & 21 Savage Spotted on Vacation Together

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    1 min
  • Iconic Duos: Coco Jones & Donovan Mitchell – Music Meets the NBA

    Iconic Duos: Coco Jones & Donovan Mitchell – Music Meets the NBA
    Sep 1 2025
    Iconic Duos: Coco Jones & Donovan Mitchell – Music Meets the NBA

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  • You Remind Me”: DJ Khaled Touches Down in Brooklyn with Vybz Kartel, Buju Banton, Bounty Killer & Mavado

    You Remind Me”: DJ Khaled Touches Down in Brooklyn with Vybz Kartel, Buju Banton, Bounty Killer & Mavado
    Aug 29 2025
    You Remind Me”: DJ Khaled Touches Down in Brooklyn with Vybz Kartel, Buju Banton, Bounty Killer & Mavado

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  • Iconic Duos: LeBron & Savannah James – Love, Loyalty, and Legacy

    Iconic Duos: LeBron & Savannah James – Love, Loyalty, and Legacy
    Aug 28 2025
    Iconic Duos: LeBron & Savannah James – Love, Loyalty, and Legacy

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    1 min
  • Iconic Duos: Rihanna & A$AP Rocky – Music, Love, and Empire Building

    Iconic Duos: Rihanna & A$AP Rocky – Music, Love, and Empire Building
    Aug 28 2025
    Iconic Duos: Rihanna & A$AP Rocky – Music, Love, and Empire Building

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