Michael Saponara

Michael Saponara is a journalist at Billboard, covering R&B/Hip-Hop music news and trends. He has contributed to numerous articles on the topic, including reports on new releases, artist interviews, and industry developments. His work often highlights the latest tracks, artists, and events in the R&B/Hip-Hop genre while also addressing controversies and issues within the music industry. Saponara's writing showcases a deep understanding of the genre's landscape and its evolving dynamics.

Biography:  https://www.billboard.com/author/michael-saponara/

81%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

90%

Examples:

  • Joe Budden claimed on the Wednesday (April 10) episode of his eponymous podcast that Drizzy and K. Dot emerged from the studio with

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

92%

Examples:

  • Scott had a 'strong smell of alcohol' coming from his breath when arrested and admitted to drinking.
  • The arrest occurred at the Miami Beach Marina following a dispute with another crew on a charter boat.

Deceptions

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Recent Articles

Travis Scott Arrested for Disorderly Intoxication and Trespassing in Miami Beach

Travis Scott Arrested for Disorderly Intoxication and Trespassing in Miami Beach

Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024 Renowned rapper Travis Scott, born Jacques Webster, was arrested in Miami Beach, FL on June 20, 2024 for disorderly intoxication and trespassing after refusing to leave a yacht despite repeated requests from authorities. Reports suggest he had been drinking prior to the incident.
Travis Scott Arrested for Disorderly Intoxication and Trespassing at Miami Charters Boat

Travis Scott Arrested for Disorderly Intoxication and Trespassing at Miami Charters Boat

Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024 Renowned rapper Travis Scott was arrested for trespassing and disorderly intoxication in Miami on June 20, 2024, following an altercation on a charter boat. With a history of disorderly conduct charges and ongoing lawsuits from the Astroworld Festival incident, Scott was booked at the Miami-Dade County Jail and posted bond.
Future and Metro Boomin's 'We Trust You' Tour Kicks Off in July: Dates, Tickets, and VIP Packages

Future and Metro Boomin's 'We Trust You' Tour Kicks Off in July: Dates, Tickets, and VIP Packages

Broke On: Tuesday, 16 April 2024 Rapper-producer duo Future and Metro Boomin announce 'We Trust You' tour, kicking off July 30 in Kansas City with North American cities included. Tickets on sale April 19, VIP packages available. Tour follows release of No. 1 Billboard albums 'We Don't Trust You' and 'We Still Don't Trust You'. Electrifying performances expected.
The Big Three Rap Beef Continues Despite One-Third Exiting Last Week

The Big Three Rap Beef Continues Despite One-Third Exiting Last Week

Broke On: Saturday, 13 April 2024 J. Cole, Drake and Kendrick Lamar's rap beef continues despite one-third of The Big Three exiting the viral rap beef last week.