SZA Shuts Down Questions About Drake Pulling Up To Kendrick Lamar’s Toronto Concert

 SZA has mastered the art of dodging drama, and her latest media appearances prove it. While promoting her upcoming Grand National Tour with Kendrick Lamar, she expertly sidestepped Jimmy Kimmel’s probing questions about Drake potentially showing up at their Toronto concert. Instead of engaging, she flipped the script, keeping the focus on the tour’s excitement rather than the ongoing feud between Kendrick and the 6 God.

But that wasn’t the only time she had to think fast. During an interview on First We Feast with Issa Rae and Keke Palmer, SZA was put on the spot about her past fling with Drake. When Palmer asked if he was a bad kisser, SZA’s silence was deafening. Instead of answering, she opted to eat a wing—letting speculation run wild. The internet quickly decided her refusal to answer was an answer in itself.

Despite the outside noise, SZA remains focused on her career. She’s gearing up for a massive 39-date tour with Lamar, kicking off in April and running through August. The duo’s chemistry was on full display at the Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show, where Lamar took several jabs at Drake mid-performance. With tensions high in the rap world, all eyes are on their upcoming Toronto shows.

While the internet continues to dissect her every move, SZA is keeping it classy and career-focused. Whether Drake makes a surprise appearance or not, she’s proving she won’t be dragged into the drama. 

#SZA #Drake #KendrickLamar #GrandNationalTour #HipHopDrama #FirstWeFeast

The latest update comes after Jane Doe dropped her sexual assault lawsuit against Jay-Z and Diddy, last month

 Jay-Z is fighting back against false accusations. Last month, Jane Doe dropped her sexual assault lawsuit against the rapper and Diddy, but the controversy didn’t end there. New audio has surfaced in which Jane Doe admits Jay-Z didn’t assault her and claims that her attorney, Tony Buzbee, pressured her into naming him. The clip, shared by Jay-Z’s lawyer Alex Spiro and published by ABC News, directly contradicts her previous allegations.

However, Jane Doe now insists she only withdrew the case out of fear of retaliation from Jay-Z and his fanbase. She also claims she only told private investigators what they wanted to hear because she felt “intimidated and terrified.” This sudden shift isn’t sitting well with Jay-Z, who has now launched a defamation lawsuit against both Jane Doe and Buzbee.

Spiro argues that the truth needs to come out and that false accusations shouldn’t be ignored. “This person cannot be allowed to sort of hide from the reality that this was a false accusation,” he stated. Buzbee, on the other hand, denies pushing Jane Doe to include Jay-Z in her claims, calling the accusation “a blatant lie.”

With legal battles now flipping in the other direction, the case is far from over. Jay-Z seems determined to clear his name and hold those involved accountable. 

#JayZ #Diddy #FalseAccusations #Defamation #TonyBuzbee #HipHopLegalDrama

JAKE FROM MIDWEST MIX UP & UPCOMING SHOWS SPRING 2025
The Midwest independent music scene is thriving, and nobody is making bigger moves than Midwest Mixup. Jake, the driving force behind the brand, recently sat down to talk about the stacked lineup of upcoming shows and how artists can get involved.

March is about to be wild, with Finesse Two Times taking over The Annex on March 19th, followed by hip-hop legend R.A. The Rugged Man on March 22nd. But the heat doesn’t stop there—Dave East is coming through on April 27th, Merkules is set for June, and fan-favorite Ryze Hendricks will be back soon as well. 

Midwest Mixup isn’t just booking big names; they’re also making sure independent artists have a platform. Their new “Up Next” series gives local talent a chance to perform with no major requirements, just an opportunity to get on stage and show out.

Jake’s advice for artists looking to break in? Be professional, send clear emails with music links, and, most importantly, show up and support the community. Networking and collaboration go a long way, and Midwest Mixup is creating more opportunities than ever. For all the details on upcoming shows, visit TheAnnexMadison.com and get in the mix! 

#MidwestMixup #MadtownMusic #HipHopScene #IndependentArtists #SupportLocal #LiveMusic #Networking