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Finesse2Tymes shocked social media on Friday when he revealed that he violated his probation and set to turn himself into authorities. Naturally, TMZ would provide details on the situation as it became public.
The Memphis rap star has returned to federal custody following new allegations that he violated the terms of his supervised release. Real name Ricky Hampton, Federal prosecutors now claim he breached release conditions on three separate occasions, including an arrest in Texas for terroristic threats and two failed drug tests.
Finesse2Tymes has surrendered himself to authorities with a hearing set for May 8. According to court filings, Hampton tested positive for marijuana in 2022 and again in 2024. The drug test failures are compounded by an incident last October that led to a warrant for his arrest.
After his beef with FNG King, Finesse is accused of threatening the guardian of a child entertainer he was mentoring. Investigators were informed that Hampton lifted his shirt to display a firearm and used the phrase “up that fire,” Memphis slang for brandishing a gun.
Finesse's attorney, Carl Moore, has denied the accusations. Released from prison in 2022 on probation, the rap star served over three years of a five-year sentence for illegal firearm possession. That conviction followed earlier charges for aggravated robbery in Tennessee and involvement in a high-profile nightclub shooting in Arkansas.
His career blew up after his release from prison with the hit song "Back End." He quickly grew a fanbase with his catchy lyrics, authenticity, and backstory. He has released three albums since 2022 under a deal with Atlantic Records.
FNG King, Finesse's former protege, has responded to several viral clips from his mentor. King clarifed that he is not responsible for the rapper being ordered to return to federal custody. Assuring fans he did not snitch on 2Tymes like the rapper claimed in the viral clip.
KATSEYE have officially begun a fresh chapter with the announcement of their forthcoming single, Pinky Up.
The K-pop girl group sparked curiosity online after sharing a string of mysterious posts that quickly had fans trying to piece together the clues.
The first teaser, posted on March 30, featured the Mona Lisa gently raising a hot cup of tea with her pinky finger lifted. The next video, uploaded the next day, showed an arcade claw machine labeled with the group’s name pulling a sword from a mix of sparkling plush toys and a single teacup. Making things even more intriguing, the caption stated: “We’re screaming from cloud nine!!”
Their third update finally revealed the song title along with its cover art. The image showed a figure kneeling on a rug next to a teacup and a toy cat, while the title appeared in bright hot pink text across the visual. The group also confirmed the release date as April 9.
Pinky Up will arrive just one day before KATSEYE appear at Coachella on April 10, which will mark their first time performing at the famous festival.
The single also marks their first comeback since HYBE and Geffen confirmed that member Manon Bannerman would be stepping away for a period of time to prioritize her “health and well being.”
In a message posted on Weverse, they shared: "Hello. After open and thoughtful conversations together, we are sharing that Manon will be taking a temporary hiatus from group activities to focus on her health and wellbeing."
The group expressed that they “fully support this decision,” and added: “KATSEYE remains committed to showing up for one another and for the fans who mean everything to us. We look forward to being together again when the time is right.”
While she is away, the group will continue promotions with Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, Megan Skiendiel, Sophia Laforteza and Yoonchae Jeung.
They closed their message by saying: “Thank you to our EYEKONS for your continued love, patience, and understanding.”
