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Ghostface Killah Says Diddy Blocked Wu-Tang From Radio in 1997

He says RZA told him Combs later admitted halting their spins on Hot 97, a claim that has not drawn a public reply.

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Overview

  • In a new Bootleg Kev Podcast interview, Ghostface alleges Sean “Diddy” Combs helped keep Wu-Tang Clan off radio around the Wu-Tang Forever era.
  • Ghostface recounts leading a “fuck Hot 97” chant at Summer Jam in 1997 and says the station stopped playing the group afterward.
  • He says RZA told him last year that Combs admitted to stopping their records, pointing to the single “Triumph” receiving little radio support.
  • Ghostface characterizes Combs as having the industry power to influence playlists and suggests money may have been involved, presenting it as his belief rather than documented fact.
  • As of the latest reports, neither Combs nor Hot 97 has responded; Combs remains in custody pending October sentencing following a recent trial.