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DJ Akademiks Bows Out of Jay-Z Discussions Again

10/15/2025

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DJ Akademiks said during a livestream with Adin Ross that he will no longer discuss Jay-Z or Roc Nation.
He humorously asked for a "white flag," implying he feels pressured by Jay-Z's influence.
The move repeats prior vows to avoid the mogul, after a dropped sexual assault lawsuit against Jay-Z.
He also notes weight loss due to healthier eating and exercise, not medication, and provides updates on Drake's ICEMAN.

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DJ Akademiks said during a livestream with Adin Ross that he will no longer discuss Jay-Z or Roc Nation.
He humorously asked for a "white flag," implying he feels pressured by Jay-Z's influence.
The move repeats prior vows to avoid the mogul, after a dropped sexual assault lawsuit against Jay-Z.
He also notes weight loss due to healthier eating and exercise, not medication, and provides updates on Drake's ICEMAN.