Chart-topping global music superstar, check. WWE-stamped wrestling act, check. Budding on-screen actor, check. Bad Bunny’s professional resume continues to grow. According to Deadline, the “Baticano” musician’s next movie role is in the works.

In the outlet’s exclusive report, Bad Bunny will join the cast of Darren Aronofsky’s next film, Caught Stealing. At this time, not much is known about Benito’s supposed role. However, the forthcoming motion picture is said to be a crime thriller.

All outlines describe Caught Stealing as: “A tale following main character Hank Thompson (played by Austin Butler), “a burned-out former baseball player, as he’s unwittingly plunged into a wild fight for survival in the downtown criminal underworld of ‘90s New York City.”

Although Bad Bunny proudly hails from Puerto Rico, the film’s rumored look into the private life of baseball players is something he surely can relate to given his own sports agency. While supporters of Bad Bunny will have to practice patience to learn more about his reportedly cameo, other details surrounding the production has been released.

As Aronofsky is locked in as its official director for Sony Pictures, the responsibility of the film’s script rests with Charlie Huston. It is said that Caught Stealing is based on Huston’s book. Protozoa has been credited as the film’s producer. Other cast members are rumored to include Zoë Kravitz, Regina King, Matt Smith, Liev Schreiber, and Will Brill.

Sean Strickland is in for the fight of his life, and it doesn’t involve a UFC octagon. Today (August 27), Machine Gun Kelly delivered a few blows to the former champion’s public image.

During the “Lonely Road” rapper’s appearance on the Impaulsive podcast, MGK let loose on Strickland.

When host Logan Paul brought Strickland up, MGK took a moment to clap back at him following the remarks he made about him, his seemingly former fiancée Megan Fox, and her children last week (August 20) on the Verse Us With Eric Nicksick podcast.

“I don’t know this guy from a crumb of bread,” he said. “I didn’t know who he was when I met him. I got hip afterward that he’s insanely racist and homophobic and just not my type of guy, so I would have never wanted to shake his hand in the first place. If you’re comfortable as yourself, you don’t care who anybody else is and how they are.”

But that was just the start of his unloading, as he straight demanded that Strickland: “Shut the f*ck up.”

However, MGK made it clear that always he wants Strickland to lay off, he’s not done with the matter just yet. “Don’t speak on me anymore and live your life,” he said. “But you won’t, and I’m going to continue laughing at you because you’re a f*cking idiot.”

Yes, MGK is known for being a wild boy. But, in this case, it appears he’s just finishing what Strickland started. If you know anything about is back-and-forth with Eminem, MGK has proven to have amazing stamina when it comes to beefs.

Watch the full episode of the Impaulsive podcast featuring special guest Machine Gun Kelly above.

Travis Scott’s nostalgic days are far from over. In fact, the “Yeah Yeah” rapper’s time digging through his past musical releases has just begun. Today (August 27), a new music video for a standout Days Before Rodeo track hit YouTube.

As Uproxx’s hip-hop editor Aaron Williams argues here, “Drugs You Should Try It,” is probably the strongest track on the body of work. Now, to immortalize the record, Scott gifts supporters with a visual to match its compulsive vibe.

The video for “Drugs You Should Try It” blends together the thematic nature of the mixtape’s title, Scott’s Southern upbringing by way of Texas, and his highest in the room raver persona. From flashy of Western classics to the aftermath of a chaotic party, the viewers are taken on a quick tour of Scott’s creative influences.

Before the video closes, Scott subtly nods at tour merchandise that draw inspiration from those wild nights. Instead of encouraging his fans to turn away from party favors, an inverted D.A.R.E. logo flashes on the screen. The viewers’ sobriety is respected, but just know as Scott reaches for the moon he might be on cloud nine in more ways than one.

Watch Travis Scott’s official video for the song “Drugs You Should Try It” above.

Days Before Rodeo is out now via Cactus Jack Records/Epic. Find more information here.

The Best New Hip-Hop This Week includes albums, videos, and songs from Cash Cobain, Heems, and Travis Scott.

Elephant in the room: Yes, we know. Travis Scott’s “new” release isn’t technically new. But, for the sake of this column, we’ll treat the reissue/streaming debut of Days Before Rodeo as such. Meanwhile, there were plenty of big developments in the world of hip-hop despite a relatively slow week in new releases, including ASAP Rocky delaying Don’t Be Dumb, Big Sean dropping his (surprisingly controversial) “Yes” video, and NBA star Jaylen Brown making his rap debut with the Nike-slandering “Just Do It.”

Here is the best of hip-hop this week ending Friday, August 23.

Albums/EPs/Mixtapes

Cash Cobain — Play Cash Cobain

The New Yorker’s “sexy drill” style has been declared the “sound of the summer,” as certified by the release of his debut album, Play Cash Cobain. The project continues to cement Cash as one of hip-hop’s most celebrated sample selectors, while proving that he can keep things sounding fresh for the duration.

Free Party — Cut Your Teeth

Hailing from the DMV, Free Party is a duo who have been quietly building up their resume with a string of exemplary, experimental EPs. Their latest is dedicated to the craft of dedicating yourself to a craft, reflecting on the blood, sweat, tears, and sacrifices that come along with pursuing greatness.

PlayThatBoiZay — VIP

Following up the release of fellow Carol City, Florida rapper and frequent collaborator Denzel Curry, PlayThatBoiZay’s new album operates in much the same lane as Curry’s King Of The Mischievous South Vol. 2 — distorted, often shouted vocals, thundering, threatening bass, and neck-cracking trap drums. The thrash rap aesthetics are boosted by a guest list of features including ASAP Rocky, Jpegmafia, Kenny Mason, Mike Dimes, and of course, Denzel Curry.

Travis Scott — Days Before Rodeo

Miraculously, Scott’s star making 2014 project finally arrives to streaming mostly intact. While it’s not probably not going to convert any new fans — or even truly surprise Travis’ existing hardcore base — it’s still informative to be able to listen to Scott’s early work in the same place as more recent fan favorites.

Singles/Videos

Finesse2tymes — “Show Dat Work” Feat. GloRilla, Rob49

A throwback strip club anthem, “Show Dat Work” is an antidote to the sleepier sound that Southern rap has found itself cycling through. GloRilla is, of course, the standout, but this sort of high-energy posse cut is a refreshing departure from the standard.

MC Lyte — “Thank You” Feat. Mary Mary, Muni Long

Wait, wait, wait. THEE MC Lyte is returning with a new project in 2024? Don’t play with my emotions! It makes sense; we’re also getting a new project from LL Cool J this year. Hip-hop doesn’t have an age limit, and the pioneers are proving they can make just as engaging stuff as they always have.

Tee Grizzley — “Detroit” Feat. 42 Dugg

There’s nothing like a hometown anthem. After a decade or so of melting pot hip-hop blurring the distinctions between regional aesthetics, it’s fun to at least get a lesson in local lingo from an undeniable, certified street soldier like Tee Grizzley.

LeBron James won’t have to worry too terribly much with getting along with the Los Angeles Lakers‘ most recent second-round pick. That’s because the team used the No. 55 selection in the 2024 NBA Draft to bring in his son, Bronny, on the heels of one season at USC. While there are questions about Bronny’s long-term future in the NBA, he’ll at least get a chance to learn the ropes from his dad, who is a pretty good person to have in your corner as you get used to life in the league.

A father and son teaming up on the Lakers obviously led to people making jokes, but one of those jokes did lead to a pretty good question: What, exactly, is Bronny going to call LeBron in the locker room? LeBron got asked this in an upcoming episode of “The Shop,” and made very clear that Bronny calling him “dad” is off the table.

“No, we already laid that … no, he can’t, we already laid that down,” LeBron said. “He cannot call me dad in the workplace. Once we leave out of the practice facility and the gates close, I can be dad again, in the car, if we ride together, at home, I can be dad. No, he gotta call me, like, 2-3, or Bron, or GOAT if he wants to. It’s up to him.

“It’s easy for me, because I’ve been calling him Bronny for so long, it’s not like I’ve been calling him, ‘Hey, son, hey, son,’” James continued. “So, it’s easy for me, it’s gonna be an adjustment for him, but we cannot be running down the court and he’s like, ‘Dad, push the ball up! Dad, I’m open!’ No, you cannot do that.”

I am now rooting for Bronny to exclusively refer to LeBron as GOAT for however long they are teammates, as that would be extremely funny.

Sometimes the best new R&B can be hard to find, but there are plenty of great rhythm-and-blues tunes to get into if you have the time to sift through the hundreds of newly released songs every week. So that R&B heads can focus on listening to what they love in its true form, we’ll be offering a digest of the best new R&B songs that fans of the genre should hear every Friday.

Since the last update of this weekly R&B column, we’ve received plenty of music and news from the genre’s artists.

Beyoncé announced her new whiskey brand SirDavis and Usher officially kicked off his Past Present Future Tour. FLO announced their debut album Access All Areas, which they called the “the soundtrack of our lives” while Janet Jackson officially announced her Las Vegas residency. Elsewhere, Justine Skye reflected on her hit song “Collide” for Uproxx’s How I Blew Up series.

Here are the new releases you need to have your eye on this week:

Jessie Reyez — “Ridin” Feat. Lil Wayne

Jessie Reyez’s new single “Ridin” is her second of the year following “Shut Up” with Big Sean. This time, Lil Wayne joins her on the track to help her open up about past relationships and how they’ve repeatedly failed. Now, all Reyez wants to do is be physically pleased by her partner.

Chxrry22 — “Poppin Out (Mistakes)”

Chxrry22 ended her 2023 year with her stellar Siren EP and it looks like another one could be on the way. She’s back with “Poppin Out (Mistakes),” a futuristic-feeling R&B record that relishes in the freedom of the early days after a breakup.

Eric Bellinger — “Chase” Feat. Jastin Martin

Eric Bellinger and Jastin Martin put their chemistry on display for their latest collaboration “Chase.” After connecting on a remix for Martin’s “Miss Me Yet?” the two singers connect for a record that captures them both as lovers want to skip all the formalities and get right to bedroom business.

Xavier Omär & ELHAE — Truth Be Told

Xavier Omär and ELHAE finally turned their great chemistry into a full project. The duo teamed up for their Truth Be Told EP, led by “Favourite” and “Luv 4 U.” Now, three more songs accompany the singles for a complete EP that will leave you wanting more music from Omar and ELHAE, both as solo artists and as a duo.

Elmiene — “Light Work”

Elmiene’s impressive year continues with “Light Work.” The British singer’s new single is a truly elegant experience that he uses to celebrate the ease of a relationship between two lovers who were seemingly made for each other.

Jaz Karis — “Chill On Me” Feat. June Freedom

Jaz Karis has a beautiful album on the way with her upcoming debut Safe Flight. The latest single from that is “Chill On Me” with June Freedom which captures Karis’ frustration about not being ready to settle down with a lover whom really enjoys her time with. The lyrics juxtapose the sweet and enticing guitar strums in the song’s production.

Raiche — “Thinking Of You”

Raiche takes another step closer to her upcoming Making Room EP with her new single “Thinking Of You.” The Massachusetts-bred singer breaks free from a past relationship on the roaring and confident new track. “I feel liberated,” she said about the song in an Instagram post. “I’m absolutely NOT thinking of him anymore and my wildest dreams have unfolded in front of me.”

Ye Ali — “All Summer” Feat. Ant Clemons

Ye Ali took it upon himself to round up some of R&B’s best rising singers for a compilation album title THJ Radio Vol.1. The project arrive on September 6 and the first single, “All Summer” with Ant Clemons, is the latest sample (a sultry and inviting one at that) of the upcoming project.

Amanda Reifer — Island Files

Amanda Reifer has just what you need to keep the temperature up for the final weeks of summer. The Barbados-born singer checks in with Island Files, a 5-track project she says is “a lil island ting to sweat to while my album’s being mixed.”

Jourden — Straight, No Chase

Jourden is keeping it Straight, No Chase on her debut EP. The Brooklyn singer delivers seven songs as her formal introduction to the rising artist who simply wanted to celebrate “honesty while being true to self, unfiltered.”

PxRRY — FairXchange

PxRRY isn’t done with the FairXchange era. The Connecticut returns to the project he released in May to add three more songs — two solo records in “Minute” and “Ask For” as well as a collaboration with Norman Perry titled “Miss Me.”

Most people, when given the chance, won’t go back to a job they wrapped up years ago. But since it keeps happening lately, there must be something in the air. Michael Keaton first portrayed the demonic troll Beetlejuice over 35 years ago, but he was unsure if people would want to see him return. He did it anyway.

In Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the juice is loose again, this time with the addition of Gen Z star Jenna Ortega as Winona Ryder’s stubborn teen Astrid. It wasn’t an easy decision for Keaton to make, especially after the way his last reprisal went, but the actor told Entertainment Weekly that he was sure of returning for the sequel. “This one may even be better because it’s got actually a stronger story, it kind of is emotional, the cast is stupid good,” he said. “To remake something that you didn’t even know might work the first time is really hard.”

Keaton has starred in some iconic movies throughout his career, including 1989’s Batman, Birdman, and of course, Herbie: Fully Loaded, but he is the most proud of the pesky poltergeist.

“At the end of the day, if somebody said you have to pick one thing you’ve done how I make my living, I’d probably pick Beetlejuice for its all-encompassing thing, for just its art, you know what I mean?” Keaton said of the original film, which is a Halloween staple to this day. “I’ve been in some, you know, pretty good movies, but this [the sequel] is something different.”

There was some worry that it should not be messed with, but once Keaton felt like they had waited long enough, it was time to bring the dead back. He added, “The only thing I worried about was, should we have left it alone? You know? Should we have just said that: ‘Don’t touch it. Just walk away. Go make your other movies,’ which we did. So, for me, it was a big roll of the dice.”

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice stars Keaton, Ryder, and Catherine O’Hara, along with newbies Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci, Jenna Ortega, and Willem Dafoe, so it will surely be that “all-encompassing thing” that Keaton is hyping up. Just don’t say his name one more time or he’ll never leave.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice hits theaters on September 6.

(Via Entertainment Weekly)

The Doctor of Thuganomics has shared his Mount Rushmore of rappers.

Wrestler-turned-actor-turned-naked Oscars presenter John Cena was asked to name “the greatest four rappers” ever on Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay podcast. “So, for me, Jay-Z, Eminem, Nas, and Rakim,” the Peacemaker star said without hesitation. Cena continued, “Everyone has their bias. I know that list is obviously going to incite riots. We all have our bias. We all have our favorites. That’s what makes music special. That’s what makes creativity. I was brought up in the East Coast boom bap. I love wordplay, I love poetry, that’s what I based my character on. So I think all that’s super clever.”

Of Cena’s selections, two (Eminem and Jay-Z) appeared on Family Feud‘s chaos-inducing “Greatest Rapper of All Time” board.

Cena also shared that he started rapping due to the WWE’s “stock rap music” at the time. “WWE was a rock and roll company,” he said. “They didn’t have any depth of field for hip-hop, and I listened to my own music being like, ‘I could do better than this.’” The doctor will check out from wrestling in 2025.

You can watch the podcast above (the rap talk begins at the 29-minute mark).

Most of the time, footage of brothers fighting is reserved for family home movies or TikToks, but for the Gallagher brothers, those moments were filmed for the entire world to see. Unfortunately, those fights seemed to happen often, especially as they became one of the most influential British bands of the ’90s.

Oasis will return for a short U.K. tour in 2025. This is the plan at least, but Oasis fans know that this is not a guarantee. Noel and Liam have had many public spats over the years that have resulted in missed and cancelled shows before their eventual breakup. But can they keep it together long enough for the reunion to actually happen? Only time will tell, but hopefully there are no cricket bats in the general vicinity.

Ahead of the reunion, the 2016 documentary Oasis: Supersonic can currently be streamed on Max or Hulu. The doc uses concert footage and candid interviews for a first-hand look at the iconic band and the sibling rivalry that seemingly tore it apart… that is until this week when the brothers seemingly buried the hatchet (or cricket bat).

We know that anything could happen between now and then, but maybe we can bask in the music for a little bit longer, at least until the next round of bickering begins. Maybe someone should change Liam’s Twitter password, just to be safe.

Check out the trailer for Oasis: Supersonic below.

Kanye West is taking a massive loss on the sale of his Malibu home, according to Consequence and a press release from the buyer, Belwood Investments. The real estate equity buyer announced it is buying the house — which Kanye went to great lengths to turn into his own person “bat cave” — for around $21 million. That’s $32 million less than his initial asking price — which is another 4 million less than what he bought it for in 2021 (close to $60 million).

After gutting the property — which caused him to incur yet another lawsuit from the building’s former property manager over “unsafe work conditions” — Kanye let the building languish, which contributed to its drastically reduced sale price. Among the renovations he wanted to be made to the property were disconnecting it from city water and power and replacing the stairs with slides, all in an effort to turn it into “a bomb shelter from the 1910s.” According to the lawsuit from his former property manager, “He wants to have no doors, no windows, no fixtures, just concrete… [a place for Kanye to] hide from the Clintons in and the Kardashians in.”

After trying to sell the home in its current state for $53 million earlier this year, he dropped the price to $39 million, apparently unaware that the half-completed work made it worth way less than that.