The list of chain restaurants closing locations this year continues to grow. Continue reading…
The Boot – Country Music News, Music Videos and Songs
Author: alaskaadmin
Garrett Gee, known for The Bucket List Family, posted a video of himself tossing his 7-year-old son off a cliff into the ocean. Continue reading…
The Boot – Country Music News, Music Videos and Songs
In the wake of catastrophic flooding across Texas, Miranda Lambert and Parker McCollum are stepping up to do their part in helping the communities impacted across their home state. Today, the country superstars have announced that they are uniting with fellow Texas talent like Cody Johnson, Ronnie Dunn, Kelly Clarkson and more for a star-studded benefit concert dubbed, Band Together Texas.
The event is set to take place on Sunday, August 17 at Moody Center in Austin, TX with proceeds benefitting The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country, the leading charity behind the ongoing flood relief efforts, and Central Texas Community Foundation.
Who Will Be Performing?
Band Together Texas will feature performances from an epic lineup of Texas talent. Along with Lambert and McCollum, those in attendance will be treated to performances by Ryan Bingham, Wade Bowen, Kelly Clarkson, Ronnie Dunn, Dylan Gossett, Jack Ingram, Cody Johnson, Lyle Lovett, Lukas Nelson, Jon Randall and Randy Rogers Band.
Miranda Lambert Hopes To Bring Healing, Awareness And Funds
Lambert emphasized how much pride she and every other Texas native has for their home state and their efforts to continue to show up for each other, especially during this devastating time, thus inspiring the name, Band Together.
“One of the things I love about both our artist community and our community in Texas is that we show up for one another, especially in times of such great need like folks in my home state are facing after the flood,” shares Lambert. “There is so much devastation and loss, yet what’s given me hope are the stories of those that have come to the aid of so many. That’s what we want to do with Band Together: Texans helping Texas. We hope it is a night that helps with healing while raising awareness and funds for The Community Foundation of Texas Hill Country and the Central Texas Community Foundation.”
Other Highlights Of The Upcoming Event
In addition to the musical performances, the event has also drawn support from a number of prominent Texans , including actors Matthew McConaughey and Dennis Quaid, former UT Longhorns coach Mack Brown and players Emmanual Acho, Colt McCoy and Vince Young, MLB star and Houston native Roger Clemens plus television host and Dallas native Chris Harrison, with more to be announced.
The evening is also set to dedicate a portion of the show to paying tribute to first responders and flood victims. They will be honored through touching stories of rescue and resilience shared on stage by emergency personnel.
Behind The Leading Charity Of Flood Relief Efforts
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country is a Kerrville-based 501(c)(3) public charity that aims to support both urgent relief and long-term rebuilding following the July 4 flood that has gone down in history as one of the deadliest natural disasters in the Lonestar State. According to today’s press release, over 100 individuals remain missing while more than 130 adults and children have died as a result of the catastrophic event.
Not only were lives claimed, but entire communities were swallowed by rising waters, leaving homes destroyed and livelihoods washed away. As families work to pick up the pieces of lingering effects, Band Together Texas is making a strong effort to rally essential resources to support flood-affected communities through every stage of recovery and rebuilding.
“We’re Texas Strong”
Parker McCollum followed Lambert’s message by sharing that this benefit is about more than music, it’s about standing by his community. He praised Lambert’s “big heart” and claimed that he is “honored” to play a part in putting this event together.
“The flooding in the Hill Country of Texas is truly heartbreaking,” adds McCollum. “This place and these people are my community. There is a long road ahead rebuilding and even though so many families are facing the unimaginable, we’re Texas strong. Miranda is inspiring in both her music and how big her heart is, and I’m honored to be joining her for this benefit concert to support our fellow Texans and share a night of healing through music.”
How To Purchase Tickets
Tickets to Band Together Texas will first be released through a presale, with registration open now at bandtogethertexas.com through Monday, July 21 at 5 p.m. CT. Presale access codes will be sent to registered emails on Tuesday, July 22. The presale begins Wednesday, July 23 at 10 a.m. CT, with any remaining tickets available to the general public starting Friday, July 25 at 10 a.m. CT.
Band Together Texas is made possible with the generous support of partners including H-E-B, Kendra Scott, Ponchos Outdoors, Tecovas and Whataburger.
Additional announcements regarding the event will be coming soon. To learn more about Band Together Texas, please visit bandtogethertexas.com.
The post Miranda Lambert And Parker McCollum To Unite With Fellow Texans For Band Together Texas Benefit Concert appeared first on Country Now.
Country Now
Lainey Wilson watched her life and career come to life before her eyes on Thursday evening during a special celebration at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, marking the opening of her brand-new exhibit, Lainey Wilson: Tough as Nails.
The exhibition takes fans on a journey from her small-town roots in Baskin, Louisiana, to her rise as a country music superstar.
Kyle Young, CEO of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, greeted attendees in the museum’s Rotunda, where bronze plaques honor the prestigious Hall of Fame members and the words of the Carter Family’s “Will the Circle Be Unbroken” encircle the room from above.
Young reflected on Lainey’s decade-long journey to success in Nashville, from her early days living in a camper trailer to the unwavering determination that brought her to where she is today.
Next, Wilson took the stage to share heartfelt remarks, beginning by thanking her very first champions, her parents. With her mom and dad watching proudly, the “Somewhere Over Laredo” singer recalled playing them her early songs and reworking the lyrics based on their feedback.
“My mama would sit in the bathroom where the acoustics were the best, and she would listen to every lyric I ever wrote, and then I’d go play it for daddy and he would listen to the finished product and he would tap his foot if he liked it. And I knew that if he didn’t tap his foot, I needed to get back in there and work on it a little bit more,” she shared.
The GRAMMY-winning star also gave a lighthearted shoutout to her mom, joking that her hoarding tendencies turned out to be a blessing, providing the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum with plenty of childhood treasures for the exhibit.
“I have never been more proud of the fact that my mama was a hoarder until now,” she laughed. “She kept absolutely everything, and that means the world to me today. I got to walk through there and really just, it put a lot of things into perspective for me.”
She went on to thank the many people who played pivotal roles in her journey — from her kindergarten teacher and hometown mentor Jerry Cupit, who let her park and live in her camper trailer outside his Nashville studio, to her team, fiancé, and more.
“This moment feels surreal and I can’t even begin to express how deeply grateful I am and just so honored to have my very own exhibit here at the Country Music Hall of Fame. That just sounds crazy coming out of my mouth, to be honest with you,” she admitted. “I have always respected the history of country music, and I wanted to learn more about this genre that is rooted in truth and in damn good stories. And I cannot believe now I’ve got an exhibit of my own.”
Now open, Lainey Wilson: Tough as Nails features stage outfits, instruments, photos, childhood keepsakes, and more. The exhibit runs through June 2026 and is included with regular museum admission.
The post Lainey Wilson Gets Emotional as Her Life Story Takes Center Stage at the Country Music Hall of Fame appeared first on Country Now.
Country Now
Categories
Country Next: Scoot Teasley
Rising Georgia native Scoot Teasley is already having a huge year. Not only has he just dropped his most personal release yet with “Tower Road,” but he also recently landed his first major songwriting cut.
He cut his teeth playing drums and finding his love for music in church pews. Slowly, he began to carve out his own path in country music through his single, “This Truck Still Misses You” and his EP Country Back, that introduced fans to his powerhouse vocals and authentic storytelling.
Through his latest drop, alongside his previous 2025 releases like “Gone to Dust,” “Whiskey Burns” and “Dirt Road Dropout,” Scoot has established a sound all his own, one that’s rooted in classic country and decorated with elements of hip-hop, gospel, and R&B influences.
His knack for sharing stories through lyrics with his soulful vocals, and deep Southern charm most recently came alive in “Tower Road,” a meaningful track inspired by the actual road he was raised on in Toccoa, Georgia. He offers a personal look into the community that raised him and helped make him who he is today.
Prior to that, the Nashville resident celebrated the debut of his first cut as a songwriter with BigXthaPlug and Shaboozey’s fresh release – “Home.” The song has climbed it’s way into the Top 5 on Spotify’s New Music Friday playlist, marking a massive achievement for a songwriter’s first-ever cut.
We caught up with Scoot Teasley to learn all about his new song, “Tower Road,” the messages he wants to send to fans, major career shifts and more in this installment of Country Next. Keep reading the exclusive Q&A below to learn more.
“Tower Road” was named an actual road in your hometown. Talk about what’s so special about this road and how it evolved into an inspiration for this song?
It’s a road that my grandparents live on and my papa and all his siblings, they all live on the same road and I don’t know, I guess they just decided to all buy a house on the same road, but it means a lot to me because I spent a lot of my childhood there and very much so whenever I turned down the road, it just felt like home every single time. And I felt like a lot of people also have a road like that or something similar where you just get into an area or a road and you’re like, ‘oh, I’m home,’ and it feels like home. So that’s really what the song is about.
Since this is obviously a personal song, what do you hope that your listeners take away from hearing this story?
I hope that they can just relate to it and think about their road that they have that feels like home to them.
This follows several new songs you’ve dropped already in 2025. What are you most excited for fans to hear and learn about you this year through this music and your upcoming releases?
Well, it is been fun because I didn’t release music for a whole year last year, so it was very hard for me. I love releasing music and I love sharing what I’m doing, but I took a lot of time and I really worked on songwriting and trying to write the best songs, and I feel like these songs that we released so far have been songs I’ve been really excited about for a long time, and I’m just excited that people can finally hear them and I can’t wait to put out more.
Have you started working on a full-length album yet?
For sure. I feel like that’s always in the back of my mind also because I write a lot of songs. I’m like, if I release these as singles, it’s going to take me years to put ’em all out. So I’ve definitely been thinking about putting them all together in an album.
When did your passion for music really start to develop?
Yeah, it was really at a young age. I grew up playing drums and I also sang in church on the kid’s choir in our hometown church. So I always had the love for music and always knew that I wanted to either play drums or make music or do some sort of thing with music. It just happened to work out that I was making TikTok’s and people like my voice, so I just kept singing and it’s been super fun so far. I’m super grateful for what I get to do.
What kind of music was playing around your house growing up, and do you feel like those influences have played into the music that you make today?
I grew up listening to everything, a whole lot of genres, obviously a lot of gospel music since I grew up in church, but then there was also a lot of R&B. My mom’s favorite artist is Fantasia, so I listened to a lot of Fantasia growing up, but then there’s also a country. I remember being in fourth grade and hearing “Good Directions” by Billy Currington. So it’s just been a melting pot of a whole lot of different genres, and I feel like that plays into my music a lot.
When did songwriting come into play for you?
It’s kind of crazy. I didn’t write my first song until I was 19, and that was right whenever I kind of first started making TikToks and one day I was just like, if they can write a song, I can write a song. So I did and it was really bad. I would never show anyone that song, but it was just the act of doing it that really got me hooked. And yeah, it’s just been really fun to create and make stuff like that.
How do you feel like your songwriting process has evolved as you’ve dove into music full time?
Well, because I lived in Georgia, I never wrote in Nashville whenever I started. I wrote on Zoom a lot, I wrote all my early stuff on Zoom, and I feel like the biggest thing was that was different coming to Nashville was writing in person and actually being in a room with someone and just being face-to-face. It was different, but it also helped me grow as a person and as a writer as well.
How was your transition into Nashville? Was that your first move out of Georgia?
It was the first time I’ve been out of Georgia, out of state. I lived in Athens whenever I was in college, but I was only like 45 minutes from home, so I could just go home whenever, and this is like five hours, so it’s a lot different, but it’s been cool. I’m getting used to it, and it is really cool to be in a town where everyone is trying to achieve the same goal and trying to make good music. And the community here is really great for that.
Can you talk a bit about your evolution as a performer?
It’s really crazy. I was just thinking about the first time I played in front of people, like singing my own music. I was in Athens, it was an open mic night, and I just so happened to be with a guy…we just got out there and started making music or making sounds. I don’t really know if it was music. We were trying to make music, but it’s just crazy to look at that moment and to where I am now, opening up for people and playing bigger stages. It’s been really cool to see the growth that I’ve had over the years and feel like I’m only going to get better.
You recently landed your first songwriting cut on BigXthaPlug’s “Home” with Shaboozey . What was your first reaction to hearing the news?
I don’t even know how to explain it. Yeah, I did this little chem for BigXthaPlug, and this was in February, and I just remember the day that we wrote it. It was snowing and icy. I was like, I just want to go home. I saw this snow and ice and stuff here, and we wrote this song, me, Brian, and Tony, and it was just about literally going home. It’s called “Home” and it’s about just taking the highway and going back home and lucky enough, BigXthaPlug liked it. And when I found out that he liked it and that he was thinking about cutting it, I was already really ecstatic. And then they added a whole nother element of Shaboozey is going to be on it too, which is a double whammy. So it’s just still crazy to process.
Do you feel like working with other artists who are both in and out of the country genre has helped you find your sound?
Yeah, for sure. It’s really fun doing that, also because you get to see how people in other genres work and how they make music, and it’s really cool to take what I know and what I’ve learned in my short time doing this and write with experienced people from other genres and take some stuff from what they do and mix what I do.
Are there any other artists right now that you’ve written with or that you’ve met that have offered you advice?
Yeah, I played a show with Travis Denning in Athens in January, and I got to hang out and spend time with him, and he’s another Georgia boy, and he really kind of feels like a big brother to me. He hits me up, he hit me up about the song, he congratulated me about it. So he’s definitely one of my role models when it comes to the country music space.
If someone just discovered you and they’re going through your catalog, what song do you feel like best describes where you’re at in your career right now?
That’s such a great question. I think my favorite song I’ve ever written is “Hat on the Dash”, because it really shows the versatility with different genres. I feel like there’s a different sound to that song that is not really found in country all the time. But also if you want to know me personally and what my life was growing up, I feel like you should definitely listen to “Country Back.” That really is my life.
Fans can keep up with Scoot Teasley on Instagram.
The post Country Next: Scoot Teasley appeared first on Country Now.
Country Now
Lauren Watkins admits she’s always felt like she was born in the wrong era, and with her latest release, “Marlboro Man,” she leans into that timeless spirit by embracing the true country music storytelling.
The song’s title was inspired by the Marlboro Man character that appeared on western themed advertising campaigns for Marlboro cigarettes throughout the 1900s. Originally marketed to women, the brand shifted its focus to men in the 1950s after seeing a decline in sales. They did so by introducing the Marlboro Man campaign, aiming to appeal to men through imagery of rugged cowboys.
While the use of humans or cartoons in tobacco advertising is now prohibited in the U.S., Lauren Watkins is tapping into the essence of the Marlboro Man character. The song, penned by the Nashville-born artist alongside Jeremy Spillman and Natalie Hemby, abandons the connection to cigarettes and instead reclaims the image of the character in a new way.
The inspiration to dive into this clever idea stemmed from Watkins’ constant desire to feel nostalgic by looking back on her life and different eras, along with her appreciation for vintage advertisements.
“Something about the way they look just feels so much cooler than what you see now,” she said of the timeless ads.
Plus, the Marlboro Man character offers a personal connection to her upbringing as it reminds her of her father who smoked.
“Growing up, my dad smoked, so we’d get Marlboro ads in the mail, and for some reason one day I just thought, ‘Marlboro Man’ would be such a cool song title. He’s this mysterious, masculine character – kind of the picture of what a lot of women want in a man. I held onto the idea for a while and when I finally got to write with Natalie Hemby and Jeremy Spillman, I brought it in because I knew they’d help me nail it,” she explained to Country Now.
Watkins brought this idea to life effortlessly. Her haunting vocals placed among the smoldering tune embodies the spirit the American West by delivering the kind of story that centers around a woman’s desire to find her own cowboy who, much like the Marlboro Man, is independent, unapologetically masculine and mysterious all at once.
She paints the tall figure in an alluring light through imagery that describes him as being “rugged as a prairie in the middle of July” and “rough around the edges like the outer county lines” while “blowing smoke rings at the sky.”
Moving onto the chorus, Watkins begs the question, “What ever happened to the Marlboro man?”
Listeners can hear the gears in her brain start to turn while wondering if she will ever find the kind of man that holds the kind of values and persona she’s been searching for. Unfortunately, she also comes to learn that the kind of love she’s searching for is one that never seems to stick around, although it always leaves a mark on the heart.
“Did he finally tame the west? Ride off in that sunset/ Was he looking for a wild flame to light him up again?/ ‘Cause right now I could use a Marlboro, Marlboro man,” she sings with a dusty, pleading edge in her voice.
At the time she wrote the song, Lauren Watkins was still single, yet to be married to her now-husband, Will Bundy, and she was in the midst of searching through the dating pool. This journey left her feeling hopeless, as she continued to meet the kind of guys who she says simply “were just not men.”
“They’d act confident or put on this tough front, but deep down they were immature and couldn’t follow through on anything. It was so frustrating – I wanted someone who was really grounded, who knew who he was and could take care of himself. That’s what “Marlboro Man” came from – just wanting to find a real man,” she continued.
It turns out, the old-school romance song would eventually predict her future because she has finally found the person who she deems to be “the most manly man I know – in all the best ways.”
Continuing to gush over her partner, Watkins said, “He’s strong, confident, a little mysterious, but mostly he’s just solid. He keeps his word, he knows how to handle things, and he’s the kind of person you can count on. It’s funny how I wrote this song before I even met him, but it ended up being about him.”
Watkins also shared that while there’s “a lot of imagery” interlaced throughout the story of “Marlboro Man,” she has yet to plan the perfect music video to capture her vision.
“I’d love to do one. I think there’s so much you could do with it visually, so I’m definitely thinking about it.”
The new release comes hot on the heels her empowering anthem, “I’ll Get Through It” as well as “Lose My Cool,” which marked her first taste of her new chapter following her acclaimed 17-track debut, The Heartbroken Record. Now that Lauren Watkins is happily married, she is leaving heartbreak behind and leaning into growth and more joy than ever with her next era of music.
Watkins also has plans to stay busy on the road through the end of the year, touring with Riley Green this summer before joining Lainey Wilson and Kameron Marlowe in the fall.
The post Lauren Watkins Taps Into Classic Country Storytelling with ‘Marlboro Man’ appeared first on Country Now.
Country Now
Anyone who thinks they’re Parker McCollum’s biggest fan might have just been outshined by four-year-old Jaxon who celebrated his latest birthday with a Gold Chain Cowboy themed celebration.
Dianne shared a snippet of the young boy’s adorable party to TikTok and quickly racked up nearly 80k views on one video. The clip showed Jaxon, who goes by Jax, standing in front of a large banner with an enlarged image of McCollum’s 2021 major label debut album, Gold Chain Cowboy, with a bright gold chain balloon hanging just above.
Donning a button-up shirt and a black baseball cap and of course, a gold chain around his neck, the young boy strummed away on the miniature black guitar while confidently belting out the chorus to “What Kinda Man,” into a gold microphone.
@saltysue6 #parkermccollum #hishero #whatkindman #biggestfan @parkermccollum ♬ original sound – Dianne
After seeing the clever birthday theme gain traction on social media, we caught up with Jax’s mom, Lana, to learn more about their idea to channel the Texas country music star.
“He was adamant that it be a Parker McCollum themed birthday party for months prior. I chose the Gold Chain Cowboy theme because that was the first album of Parker’s that Jax loved.”
Along with Jax treating his guests to a karaoke session that featured hours of the young fan singing some of his favorite Parker McCollum songs, the party also offered a Parker McCollum cake alongside BBQ and brownies because as Lana explained, those were the foods that came up when she searched online for McCollum’s “favorite food.” Plus, those in attendance were gifted gold chains as party favors so that everyone could join in channeling the “Handle On You” singer.
When it came to gifts, Lana says Jax requested that every item be related to his favorite country artist. It seems that his wish was certainly granted as he received two gold chains, a gold microphone, a microphone stand, white tee shirts to match McCollum’s typical look, posters, new boots a Parker McCollum hat and a black guitar, to name a few.
“He loves to watch Parker McCollum’s music videos and is very attentive to details- so he knows the exact outfits Parker wears in his music videos! He even requested a ‘ripped up and burned up shirt like Parker wears in Burn it Down.’ Which was given to him by his preschool teacher! She also gifted him his dupe of the red Fresh Western hat, which he was so excited to have he didn’t take it off for days.”
While Parker McCollum unfortunately could not attend the party himself, Jax’s mom still made sure that her little one felt special on his big day.
“I did order him the new Parker McCollum CD with the signed paper in it and it was addressed to Jaxon Williford from Parker McCollum, so as far as he knows, Parker sent him a birthday present because he couldn’t make it to his party,” she explained.
The celebration being centered around the Gold Chain Cowboy project was the perfect full-circle moment as Jax’s love for the hitmaker began while listening to this collection in the truck with his dad around a year old. That passion has never wavered. Leading up to the release of his brand new, self-titled project, Lana claims Jax would listen to the tracks on the way to daycare and would have them memorized within the week before the next song came out.
After learning so many songs, Jax now enjoys hosting daily concerts in their home, and has even gotten his 2-year-old sister interested in the music. Currently, his favorite Parker McCollum songs are “Burn It Down,” “What Kinda Man,” “To Be Loved by You” and “Sunny Days”.
Jaxson has never seen Parker McCollum in concert, however, he has a very special surprise in store because Lana revealed they are planning to take him to McCollum’s tour stop in Woodlands, TX on Sept 6. This will mark Jax’s first-ever country concert and is sure to be a night to remember.
The post Inside the Gold Chain Cowboy-Themed Birthday Bash for a 4-Year-Old Parker McCollum Superfan appeared first on Country Now.
Country Now
Categories
Jhene Aiko’s ‘Chilombo’ Returns To Vinyl
Chilombo, Jhené Aiko’s third and most recent album, is back on vinyl.
Originally released on March 5, 2020, Chilombo is a chilled-out body of work that came from a place of freedom and unfettered creativity. Aiko described the album at the time as being made of “freestyles where I touch on many subjects and relationships…past, present, and future.” Aiko also brings a number of musical relationships to the forefront on Chilombo, welcoming guest contributions from the likes of H.E.R., NAS, John Legend, Dr. Chill, Ab-Soul. She also brings her romantic and musical relationship with Big Sean, with whom she shares her son Noah, to the body of work. The two had also previously recorded music together as TWENTY88.
Click to load video
Chilombo also sees Aiko experimenting with the sound of Tibetan crystal sound bowls, sometimes called “singing bowls.” “I was really using them for myself — like therapy — an alternative to self-medicating and not dealing with how I’m feeling,” the musician said in a 2021 interview with Variety. “I just found them very relaxing and soothing, and even addictive to play, like literally the motion of playing the sound bowls felt good to me.” For the different tracks on Chilombo, Aiko researched the keys and the chakras each bowl represented, bringing different bowl sounds to a ballad like “Pray for You” than she would have used on a more sexual song like “PU$$Y Fairy (OTW).”
The efforts paid off well for Aiko, and not just musically. Chilombo racked up three nominations for the 2021 Grammy ceremony, including the coveted Album Of The Year category. The work was also nominated for Best Progressive R&B Album, and Aiko’s duet with John Legend, “Lightning and Thunder,” earned a nod for Best R&B Performance. Chilombo also received the Outstanding Album trophy from the NAACP Image Awards in 2021.
Buy Jhené Aiko’s Chilombo on vinyl now.
Discover more about the world’s greatest R&B artists | uDiscover Music
A 9-year-old rapped with confidence and charisma at a packed Mexican restaurant in Mississippi, accidentally launching herself into viral fame with Project Pat’s “Chickenhead.”
Alaynna Doty from Olive Branch took the mic at Crazy Cactus restaurant this July and surprised everyone by flawlessly delivering lyrics from Project Pat‘s early 2000s classic.
The crowd cheered her on as some joined in, but it was only after her mother posted the clip to TikTok that Alaynna truly became an overnight star.
“It’s just like a song that I’ve known for a long time. They were pretty shocked, but they sang along with me,” Alaynna told WREG.
Her mom, Lauren Durham, hit upload and unknowingly set off a digital chain reaction. Within days, the clip racked up more than 4 million views and drew in over 130,000 comments.
“When I posted it, she said, ‘Mom, I cannot believe you did that,’ and I was like, ‘Alaynna.’ It just shows you have a lot of confidence. I’m just showing, you know, other children that you have confidence and it’s OK to have confidence,” Durham said.
The viral push reached another level when Project Pat reposted the footage on his own platforms, which helped spread it even further, with users from all over praising Alaynna’s confidence.
“I was just watching a movie and my friend Bella. She called me and said, ‘You know, you’re viral?’ And I’m like, ‘No, I’m not,’ and she said, ‘Go check your mom’s TikTok.’ I said ok, and I went to check it. I’m like, how did I get to this?” Alaynna recalled.
The video first appeared online during the weekend of July 2025 and has continued to trend across various platforms.
AllHipHop
Pusha T and his brother Malice didn’t mince words when asked about Travis Scott during a rapid-fire segment on MSNBC’s The Beat with Ari Melber, brushing off the rapper with a pair of blunt responses that lit up social media.
When Melber tossed out Scott’s name alongside Hip-Hop heavyweights like Pharrell, JAY-Z and Kendrick Lamar, Pusha T responded, “Who is it?” while Malice followed with, “I don’t do that.”
The moment came during a fast-paced round of word associations, where the Clipse duo offered quick takes on some of the genre’s biggest names. Pharrell was dubbed “visionary,” JAY-Z earned “goat” and Kendrick Lamar was labeled “craftsman.” But when Travis Scott’s name came up, the energy shifted fast.
Melber, known for weaving rap lyrics into political commentary and earning respect from the Hip-Hop community, didn’t flinch. The Emmy-winning journalist has interviewed everyone from Meek Mill to Fat Joe and is often praised for his deep knowledge of rap culture. His show has become a go-to platform for artists looking to speak on both music and social issues.
The Clipse brothers’ dismissive remarks toward Scott weren’t followed by any clarification. While neither Pusha T nor Malice elaborated, the moment added another layer to the long-standing friction between Pusha and Scott.
(@thebeatwithari)The beef between Travis Scott and Clipse, primarily fueled by Pusha T, erupted after an incident during the recording of Clipse’s new album, Let God Sort Em Out, in Paris. While Clipse and Pharrell were working in the studio, Scott entered, eager to play tracks from his soon-to-be-released UTOPIA album.
“He sees me and Malice there, and he’s like, ‘Oh, man, everybody’s here,’” Pusha T recounted. “He’s smiling, laughing, jumping around, doing his f###### monkey dance. We weren’t into the music, but he wanted to play it, wanted to film [us and Pharrell listening to it].”
The situation escalated when Scott played the song “Meltdown” but deliberately omitted Drake’s verse, which contained a diss aimed at Pharrell.
Pusha interpreted this as a breach of loyalty, declaring, “He don’t have no picks, no loyalty to nobody. He’ll jump around whatever he feels is hot or cling onto whatever he feels is hot. So, that’s where my issue comes in—like, dawg, don’t even come over here with that, because at the end of the day, I don’t play how y’all play. To me, that really was just like…he’s a w####. He’s a w####.”
Pusha T retaliated lyrically on the Clipse single “So Be It,” unleashing pointed barbs: “You cried in front of me, you died in front of me/Calabasas took your b#### and your pride in front of me/Heard Utopia had moved right up the street/And her lip gloss was poppin’, she ain’t need you to eat.”
The verse references Scott’s high-profile breakup with Kylie Jenner and alludes to her success outside of their relationship, even threatening, “But I got the video, I can share and A.E. it/They wouldn’t believe it, but I can’t unsee it/Lucky I ain’t TMZ it, so be it, so be it.”
AllHipHop