As polarizing as news surrounding Jay-Z‘s recently announced dealings with the NFL has been, the reports that link legendary Urban producer Jermaine Dupri to the story have only increased criticism aimed the way of Hov.

Last week we reported songwriter/producer Bryan Michael Cox took to radio to confirm Jay convinced Dupri to decline the very deal he would later accept (click here to read more).  Cox’s tale was corroborated by Funk Flex who claims JD told him personally the reports were true (click here to read more).

Now, in a surprising twist, Dupri has come forward to speak on his own behalf and says the stories surrounding his NFL conversation with Jay Z have all been misrepresented.  Additionally Bryan – who initially broke this story – is now claiming he was “inebriated” at the time he made the announcement.  Ay yi yi!

Taking to our friends at V-103’s ‘Big Tigger Show,’ hear Dupri and Cox attempt to clear up the mess:

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It’s a ‘Hot Girl Summer’ on the Hot 100!

Preceded with buzz as one of the most highly anticipated songs of the season, Megan Thee Stallion‘s ‘Summer’ – which features Nicki Minaj and Ty Dolla $ign – shot to the top of iTunes just hours after its release (as we reported here).  The favorable response on digital outlets was mirrored on streaming platforms over the course of the tune’s inaugural sales tracking week. Billboard reports:

“The single starts…with 24,000 downloads sold in the week ending Aug. 15, according to Nielsen Music. It also kicks off…with 25.4 million U.S. [streams] in the same period.

Radio airplay, similarly, has ignited at a rapid pace. “Summer” shoots 10.2 million in audience in the week ending Aug. 18, according to Nielsen Music.”

The result?  Stallion’s ridden to the first top 20 hit of her career.  Zooming past her previous personal best as a leading act, ‘Cash Sh*t (ft. Da Baby)’ (which peaked at #39), ‘Summer’ debuted at #11.  And, with its anxiously awaited music video set to premiere soon, the song is a shoo-in for the top 10 in the coming weeks.

Could Megan and Minaj be riding to their first chart-topping hit? Time will tell. Until then, look inside to see who joins them in the top 25 of this week’s ‘TGJ Chart Check:  Hot 100.’

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Have you grown weary of hearing R&B crooner Trey Songz sing about his sexual prowess?  If no, you’re in for a treat with the YFN Lucci tune, ‘All Night Long.’ Joining the Atlanta based rapper to sing the hook of the catchy Ayo & Keyz-produced cut, Songz relays:

“I’ve been locked down for a while now / Baby, I’ma beat it all night long, all night long…”

Featuring a prominent sample of singer Case‘s 2001 hit, ‘I’m Missing You,’ the collabo can be found on Lucci’s recently released project, ‘650Luc: Gangsta Grillz.’ Hear ‘Long’ inside and watch its stunning tropical music video:

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Taylor Swift made headlines last month when it emerged that her entire back catalogue had been purchased by Scooter Braun as part of the selling of her former label.

At the time, the Pop force said she was “sad” and “grossed out” by the move, especially as she was allegedly shut out from bidding herself.

The drama has left many wondering what Swift’s next course of action will be, given that it doesn’t look as though there’ll be any change in ownership – despite the public weigh-in.

Well, during promotion for new album ‘Lover’ (due August 23rd), the singer confirmed her plans. And it looks like she’ll be taking heed to calls to re-record her material.

Details below…

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Stefflon Don is looking create a spark on the charts this summer with new single ‘Hit Me Up.’

The release kick starts #DonDropWednesdays, which sees the British/Jamaican rapper unleash a new song every Wednesday for the next five weeks.

A flavorsome jam, the track sees the femcee re-engage with the sound which made breakout hit ‘Hurtin Me’ such a moment.

Take a listen after the jump…

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‘Dancing With The Stars’ is back and will see another Fifth Harmony member compete for the coveted  ballroom trophy. For, Ally Brooke has officially been cast on season 28 of the ABC hit.

Details below…

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Remy Ma wants Nicki Minaj to know that she understands why she is frustrated with Urban media and has urged those who are most critical of the rapper to be mindful of the way they report news related to her.

Ma’s point of view below…

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In recent weeks Naomi Campbell‘s brand has been forced to carry the weight of claims that she was a good friend of the disgraced (and now dead) child rapist Jeffrey Epstein.

Named as one of the many public figures who wined and dined with him during his reign of terror, Campbell has now been forced to give insight into the true nature of her relationship with him after a number of British media publications implied that she knew what he was doing and said nothing.

The suggestion horrified her as she has spent most of her life defending children and the vulnerable via the countless charities and philanthropic organisations she is affiliated with.

Her side of the story below…

It sickened me to my stomach and I stand with the victims.

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‘The Matrix 4‘?  Yes, it’s happening.

Full story below….

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Fefe Dobson is speaking out.

Though celebrated amongst members of her fanbase for her ability to pen and perform brilliant Pop Rock jams, Dobson is perhaps known most in some circles for being the artist Def Jam is said to have used as the blueprint for Rihanna‘s bad girl persona.

Now, she is addressing claims that her enormously successful career was stifled by the competitive act and baring all on the highs, lows, trials and tribulations she has faced since the release of her Platinum self-titled debut.

A long, but important, listen below…

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Normani is slaying out the gate with new single ‘Motivation.’

Unleashed last Friday, the track is shaping up to serve as a solo breakthrough for the former Fifth Harmony member – who has already notched two top 10’s on the Billboard Hot 100 with Khalid and Sam Smith respectively.

‘Motivation’s out of the gate success is being driven in earnest by its high-octane visual, which has gone all sorts of viral.

Now, as it picks up ample steam on streaming platforms, it’s also proving a major winner on radio too.

Details below…

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Netflix continue to invest in the Urban diaspora. For, the streaming giant has just announced its latest sitcom, ‘The Upshaws’ – which is being anchored by comics Wanda Sykes and Mike Epps. 

Details below…

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