In this exclusive interview with the comedian known as Shang, we get a chance to catch up with him and talk to him about his health scare, his producer projects and those turned out, and what are his upcoming plans for the future!
Also, Shang talks about his thoughts on the social media impact on comedy and his thoughts on how it’s affecting stand up, and the “social media comedian”.
Watch the interview below:
Even during his reign as the self-proclaimed “King of the South,” T.I. never limited himself to just rapping. From TV and movies to property and clothing, the Grand Hustle general has always embodied the ethos of his record label.
These days, T.I. continues to branch out and has found his latest calling in the world of stand-up comedy. Tip’s comedy ambitions first came to public knowledge in January when footage of him trying out a routine on stage at a comedy club made the rounds online.
Since then, the Atlanta native’s unlikely comedy career has been going from strength to strength, with a recent gig at the famous Laugh Factory in West Hollywood, California leaving the crowd in hysterics.
Now, T.I. can count a sports legend among his growing army of comedy fans. On Saturday (March 19), the 41-year-old rapper took to Instagram to share photos of him hanging out with boxing great Mike Tyson at The Laugh Factory in West Hollywood.
Like any good comedian, Tip made sure to crack a joke about his special guest in the caption, referencing Tyson’s new “Mike Bites” ear-shaped edibles that are inspired by his infamous fight with boxing opponent Evander Holyfield.
“My Patna @miketyson pulled up on me tonight @laughfactoryhw to check out my set,” he wrote. “slide 2 I’m asking him if [Evander] Holyfield was all ears when he told him bout his new edibles. Maaaaan We kicked sh*t & [P]ushed [P] All night!!”
Of course, Mike Tyson is no stranger to stand-up comedy himself. In 2013 he delivered Undisputed Truth, a one-man show in which he reflected on his storied life and career with often humorous takes. The TV special was directed by Spike Lee.
Despite earning Mike Tyson’s approval, T.I.’s burgeoning stand-up comedy career isn’t bowling everyone over. In February, veteran comedian/actor Godfrey mocked the trap pioneer’s “three week”-old comedy career and questioned his intentions.
T.I. inevitably jumped on Instagram Live and clapped back at Godfrey. “You said in your little interview that he’s not a comedian and had you taken the time to come to the stage … you would have heard in my set I said ‘I am not a comedian, I’m a superstar,” he responded. “There’s a difference.”
T.K. Kirkland also weighed in on T.I.’s stand-up ambitions, predicting he’ll make a killing on the comedy circuit regardless of whether he’s actually any good.
“Right now, he could probably make a million, two million dollars this year and not even be good,” he told VladTV. “His fan base in the rap world will come see him do standup and support him … Life’s not fair.”
Nevertheless, T.I. remains resolute in his comedy goals. He recently announced his “first paid gig” at Power 105.1’s April Fools Comedy Jam at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, where he’ll share the stage with Nick Cannon, Bruce Bruce, Ha Ha Davis and more.
The even takes place on April 9, with live musical performances from Lil Kim and Moneybagg Yo.
Source: Hip Hop DX
Over the weekend it seems that DL Hughley had a minor run-in with one of Kanye West’s artists Theophilus London, who seems to may have had an agenda that he’s spinning on social media. He says he confronted Hughley about the issues that Hughley had about Kanye West, and Hughley says he didn’t… Regardless, there was something that had happened and DL Hughley gave an exclusive to Vlad TV about the situation.
Read the article from Vlad TV below;
Music artist Theophilus London claimed he confronted DL Hughley this past weekend over the comedian’s online feud with Kanye West.
London — who’s one of Kanye’s closest collaborators — posted a photo of the alleged confrontation, claiming he pressed Hughley at Nobu and demanded an apology from one of the “Kings of Comedy.” In his Instagram Story post, London also claimed security was called as a result of the interaction.
“Lmao. I told him to apologize on camera for doing that dumb Vlad interview and his people called security,” London wrote in his post.
Despite London’s claims, VladTV has exclusively learned from DL Hughley that no serious confrontation occurred but rather a brief exchange of words. According to the comedian and actor, he was having dinner with his family when he noticed London kept walking past his table and wasn’t eating.
When Hughley went to the bathroom, he says he spotted London taking selfies in the mirror. As the radio host started using the bathroom, London said, “What’s up OG?” before bringing up DL’s back-and-forth with Kanye West.
According to DL, the conversation was very brief with London telling him he needed to “make it right” with Kanye to which Hughley responded, “[Kanye West] needs to make it right!”
Hughley says the conversation ended after that and London exited the bathroom. The comedian said he was surprised to continue his night and later find out that stories were circulating about him being “pressed.” Hughley was also unaware of the photo London took and pointed out that it was Nobu’s security who intervened and not his own.
Check out the EXCLUSIVE interview we have with Will “Spank” Horton, one of the Plastic Cup Boys (currently touring with Kevin Hart), as he talks about his career, wanting to be a leading man, and auditioning for roles.
We also discuss a project that he wants to do with a current NBA player, but he has to wait for him to retire- which is supposed to happen real soon.
“Saturday Night Live” has set the lineup of hosts for its next batch of shows, tapping Jerrod Carmichael, Jake Gyllenhaal and Lizzo. While Lizzo will be pulling double duty as her own musical guest, Gunna and Camila Cabello will perform alongside the other two hosts.
Per NBC, Carmichael will make his “SNL” hosting debut April 2nd. Carmichael’s new special, “Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel,” debuts April 1 on HBO. He will be joined at Studio 8H by Gunna, who is also marking his first time at “SNL” musical guest. The Grammy-nominated artist’s latest album, “DS4Ever,” debuted at No. 11 on the Billboard 200 chart.
The following week, April 9, Gyllenhaal will emcee “SNL” for the second time. The Academy Award-nominated actor next stars in “Ambulance,” coming to theaters the day before he hosts the show. Cabello will join him that night, making her second appearance as “SNL” musical guest. The Grammy-nominated artist’s highly anticipated new album, “Familia,” will be released April 8th.
For the April 16 show, Lizzo will be a first-time “SNL” host and second-time musical guest. The Grammy winner stars in the competition series “Watch Out for the Big Grrrls,” premiering March 25 on Prime Video.
“SNL” airs Saturdays at 11:30 p.m. ET/8:30 p.m. PT on NBC. The show, which was on hiatus last week, also streams live on Peacock.
Created and executive produced by Lorne Michaels, “Saturday Night Live” is produced in association with Broadway Video. The sketch show recently featured John Mulaney, who joined the prestigious “SNL” five-timers club, “Moon Knight” star Oscar Isaac and “The Batman” star Zoe Kravitz as hosts.
In this EXCLUSIVE interview with one of the Original Kings of Comedy, we got a chance to talk to Cedric The Entertainer about his entrepreneurial bug from his new hats to his new wine, plus we talk about all of the other small businesses he has his hands in.
We also talk to Ced about several upcoming projects that have him cast in a dramatic role, and we even ask him about comedy projects that are on the horizon.
Watch the interview below;
DL Hughley is on a rampage against Kanye West and he addressed some of the comments on his radio show thrown at him by Ye.
DL let things start to fly when he heard that Kanye criticized the way he dresses when he’s “one drawstring away from looking like the Michelin Man.” DL also remarked on Kanye suggesting he isn’t loved by God or his family to which Hughley provided a poignant response that cut right at the heart of Kanye’s own familial issues.
But our biggest takeaway from what Hughley stated is he is calling Kanye’s behavior “dangerous” and how he’s teaching young men and women that it’s okay to conduct themselves in that manner. To Kanye’s declaration that despite his remarks aimed at DL the two will be friends someday, DL said that is highly unlikely and we definietly believe him.
CLICK on the link below and it will take you directly to YouTube as its blocked from viewing on any other site.
According to several sources, the new Warner Bros. Pictures film, The Color Purple, is coming to theaters in December 2023.
We hear that comedian and actor Deon Cole (of Black-ish fame) and David Alan Grier (of In Living Color fame) are joining the star-studded cast that is going to feature Louis Gossett Jr., Tamela Mann, Phylicia Mpasi, and Stephen Hill.
If you are not familiar with the iconic film that debuted in 1985 that was directed by Steven Spielberg and starred Danny Glover, Whoopi Goldberg, and Oprah Winfrey, and was nominated for eleven Academy Awards, well, let us tell you that that film is easily one of the best films ever made in its genre and spawned a Broadway play that has lasted at least 20 years.
The film is about a black Southern woman who struggles to find her identity after suffering abuse from her father and others for over four decades. It showcased the talents of Goldberg as an eventual Academy Award winner and made many see Oprah as a potential movie star, while making Danny Glover a household name.
The new remake has Louis Gossett Jr. as Ol’ Mister (the Glover role), David Alan Grier as Reverend Avery, and Tamela Mann as the First Lady. Phylicia Mpasi will join as Young Celie, Deon Cole as Alfonso, and Stephen Hill as Buster.
More details are coming soon!
We had a chance to get in a quick chat with social media star Juhahn Jones and talk to him about how he got started in comedy, and how he was able to create and distribute his own film! If you are not familiar, Jones created You Married Dat?! a film which he created from one of his hit popular sketches You Hittin’ Dat?!, that had combined views of over 45 million playbacks! The film, now being self-distributed by Jones and his company, is about to launch nationally with distribution!
With that, is Hollywood taking a look yet at this modern-day version of Rudy Ray Moore? After all, like Moore, Jones has stated and created a brand from nothing and now has to have Hollywood’s attention, right? If they aren’t paying attention, Jones will still do it all himself as he’s clearly on a path to success.
Anyway, check out the interview below;