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Gunna announces 2024 Bittersweet Tour feat. Flo Milli with Atlanta stop
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ATLANTA – Atlanta rapper Gunna has released the dates for his 2024 Bittersweet Tour featuring special guest Flo Milli and, of course, his hometown made the short list.
The 16-date North American tour opens in Columbus, Ohio on May 4 and ends at State Farm Arena on June 11. Gunna is also expected to make a solo appearance at Philly’s 2024 Roots Picnic Festival.
Tickets will be available through resale on Feb. 21 and will open to the general public via LiveNation on Feb. 23 at 10 a.m.
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Bittersweet Tour Announce
Who is Gunna?
Gunna was born in College Park as Sergio Kitchens. He’s a Grammy Award-winning rapper signed to Young Stoner Life Records (YSL) known for hits like “Drip Too Hard” feat. Lil Baby and “fukumean.”
In May 2022, Jeffery Lamar Williams, Gunna and 26 other people, were indicted using Georgia’s RICO Act. The 88-page indictment claimed the duo led a subset of the Bloods street gang called Young Slime Life, or YSL for short. Prosecutors allege those named in the indictment have engaged in violent criminal activity in the city since 2012.
Rapper Gunna released from Fulton County Jail
Atlanta rapper Gunna walks out of the Fulton County Jail after pleading guilty in a RICO case on Dec. 14, 2022.
On Dec. 14, 2022, Gunna walked free from the Fulton County Jail after pleading guilty to a charge in the RICO Act case filed against him and dozens of other alleged associates.
In exchange for his Alford plea, Gunna’s attorneys announced he would not serve any time in prison. His original sentence was commuted to time served, and the balance was suspended. At the time, he still needed to complete 500 hours of community service, with 350 of those hours speaking to young men and women in the community about the dangers of gangs and gang violence.
What is an Alford plea?
An Alford plea, also sometimes known as the Kennedy plea, Alford guilty plea, Alford doctrine, and “best-interests plea,” is a type of guilty plea in criminal court that gives weight to evidence. It allows a defendant to continue to assert their innocence and not admit to a criminal act, while conceding the evidence against them would likely lead to a conviction.
Rapper Gunna out of jail after pleading guilty in RICO case
Rapper Gunna walked out of the Fulton County Jail after pleading guilty to a racketeering conspiracy charge. Authorities arrested him and fellow rapper Young Thug along with more than two dozen others earlier this year. Gunna’s guilty plea does not necessarily mean he’s admitting guilt.
The plea also allows the defendant to skip a trial and just accept the consequences associated with a guilty plea.
This plea is unlike a nolo contendere plea in that I can be used against a defendant in civil actions and future court proceedings.
What happened to Gunna after he pleaded guilty?
Many people turned on Gunna when news broke of his Alford plea.
Fans and artists, including Lil Durk, Lil Baby and Meek Mill, shunned the rapper. One of the most vocal celebrities against him, Boosie Badazz, has consistently called him a ‘snitch’ and a ‘rat.’
In June 2023, Gunna broke his silence by dropping a new song called “Bread and Butter.” In it, he admitted he lost a lot of friends and money after taking the deal.
Prior to that, he and his attorneys released a statement maintaining that he didn’t “snitch” and did not agree “to testify or be a witness for or against any party in the case and have absolutely NO intention of being involved in the trial process in any way.”
What is YSL?
Fulton County prosecutors say Young “Slime” Life is a violent criminal street gang that’s commonly known as YSL and is affiliated with the national Bloods gang. They said it was founded in 2012.
Defendants in the case claim that YSL is not a criminal entity, and not to be confused with Young “Stoner” Life Records, the music label rapper Young Thug, whose real name is Jeffrey Lamar Williams founded.
Gunna said in a statement he didn’t consider it a gang but rather “a group of people from metro Atlanta who had common interests and artistic aspirations.” His focus was entertainment, he said, “rap artists who wrote and performed music that exaggerated and ‘glorified’ urban life in the Black community.”
What is the RICO Act?
The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, or RICO, was developed to fight organized crime.
The U.S. Department of Justice has used RICO to take down multiple crime families and street gangs.
GA Trump Indictment: What is a RICO charge?
While former President Donald Trump and 18 of his allies all face multiple charges in the Fulton County grand jury’s indictment, the most serious count is the only one they all share: violation of the Georgia Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act. FOX 5 took a look at the seriousness of that charge and how much experience District Attorney Fani Willis has with it.
Violating RICO carries a maximum of 20 years and a fine that is “greater of $25,000 or three times the amount of pecuniary gain.”
Under RICO, victims impacted can seek civil recourse without the defendant being able to hide behind bankruptcy to skirt judgment or restitution.
Why are some members of YSL on trial?
Prosecutors claim Young Slime Life is a violent street gang behind a series of heinous crimes including murders, shootings, and carjackings. They say the crimes were committed to raise money for the gang, enhance its reputation, and extend its influence and territory.
Initially, 28 people were charged with conspiracy to violate Georgia’s Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) law, with numerous other charges also filed against many of the accused.
Gunna was one of the accused.
What are the latest updates in the YSL RICO Trial?
Trial is slowly trudging forward for Young Thug and his associates. Here’s the latest news from the courtroom as followed by FOX 5 Atlanta:
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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Killer Mike, Billboard rank their top 'Get Up' Atlanta anthems
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Billboard ranks Get Up Anthems
Billboard ranks the best Get Up anthems of Atlanta — songs that energize and inspire the city.
ATLANTA – Atlanta native and musician Killer Mike recently teamed up with Billboard to compile a list of the best “Get Up” anthems of Atlanta—the songs that energize and inspire the city. Here’s a look at the top five:
- “Player’s Ball” by Outkast, T.I., and Rubber Band Man: Leading the list, this anthem is celebrated for its iconic beat and motivational lyrics.
- “March Madness” by Future: This song comes in second, known for its high-energy delivery and popularity in the city.
- “Cell Therapy” by Goodie Mob: Ranking third, this track is praised for its deep lyrical content and impact on Atlanta’s music scene.
- “Knuck If You Buck” by Crime Mob: In fourth place, this song is a staple at Atlanta events, known for its hype and rowdy energy.
- “No Mo Play in Georgia” by Pastor Troy: Closing the top five, Killer Mike highlights this anthem as an important piece for the city’s spirit and culture.
These selections showcase the diverse and influential music that has shaped Atlanta’s vibrant culture.
Atlanta, GA
Suspect on the run after shooting woman during argument, Atlanta police say
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ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) – Police are investigating an argument that turned violent overnight in northwest Atlanta.
Officers say two women were fighting on the 100 block of 26th Street NW when one shot at the other.
The victim was hit with fragments of gunfire and taken to Grady Memorial Hospital for treatment. Officers say she is expected to make a full recovery.
Police are still searching for the suspect.
If you have any information, contact the Atlanta Police Department at 404-658-6666. To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or visit www.stopcrimeATL.com. Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.
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Miami Heat And Atlanta Hawks Make A Trade
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On Thursday evening, the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft concluded.
Before the second day of the draft began, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported that the Atlanta Hawks traded AJ Griffin to the Houston Rockets for the 44th pick.
The Hawks then traded that pick (plus cash) to the Miami Heat to acquire the 43rd pick (Nikola Djurisic).
Via The Miami Heat: “OFFICIAL: The Miami HEAT have acquired the draft rights to Pelle Larsson (selected 44th overall) and cash considerations from the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for the draft rights to Nikola Djurisic (selected 43rd overall) in a three-team trade involving the Houston Rockets in which Atlanta also sent AJ Griffin to Houston for the 44th pick in the draft.”
OFFICIAL: The Miami HEAT have acquired the draft rights to Pelle Larsson (selected 44th overall) and cash considerations from the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for the draft rights to Nikola Djurisic (selected 43rd overall) in a three-team trade involving the Houston Rockets in which… pic.twitter.com/FT2hcVbsZv
— Miami HEAT (@MiamiHEAT) June 27, 2024
Djurisic is coming off a season where he averaged 14.4 points, 2.7 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.0 steals per contest while shooting 45.4% from the field and 33.0% from the three-point range in 26 AdmiralBet ABA League games.
Via Jonathan Wasserman of NBA Draft.Net: “Atlanta adds Djurisic in the 2nd, a highly skilled wing whose passing may be one of draft’s more underrated skills. Got to be around him a lot at Eurocamp—interesting kid with potential shoot-pass-dribble skill set for 6-7 wing”
Atlanta adds Djurisic in the 2nd, a highly skilled wing whose passing may be one of draft’s more underrated skills. Got to be around him a lot at Eurocamp—interesting kid with potential shoot-pass-dribble skill set for 6-7 wing https://t.co/IBWk64VxH5
— Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) June 28, 2024
As for the Hawks, they finished the season with a 36-46 record, which had them as the tenth seed in the Eastern Conference.
They lost to the Chicago Bulls in the play-in tournament, so they missed the NBA playoffs.
The franchise had the first overall pick, and they selected Zachary Risacher.
HE’S NUMBER 1️⃣
Welcome to Atlanta, @Zacch_10! pic.twitter.com/1Ro2XPAr6l
— Atlanta Hawks (@ATLHawks) June 27, 2024
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