Trae to file suit against 97.9 The Box

Trae to file suit against 97.9 The Box

Johnny Hanson: Chronicle

Houston rapper Trae Tha Truth will file a lawsuit against Radio One, which owns radio station 97.9 FM (KBXX The Box), citing "a consistent pattern of business disparagement, conspiracy and tortious interference."

Trae, whose real name is Frazier Thompson III, is planning to sue for general damages to his reputation, character, standing in the community, mental suffering, loss of professional opportunities, performance revenue and record royalties. He will hold a press conference Wednesday to announce the filing of the lawsuit.

The action stems from the station's alleged "ban" of Trae's music after the rapper was involved in an on-air altercation with Madd Hatta Morning Show DJ Nnete. Trae then mentioned Nnete's weight in a mixtape.

The suit, which will be filed by Houston attorney Warren Fitzgerald Jr., alleges that Trae was the subject of a radio ban after Nnete falsely accused Trae during an on-air interview of causing the violence which occurred at public festival which he sponsored. Ironically, Trae has arguably been the most active Houston rap artist when it comes to serving the local community. In 2008, Trae was honored by Houston Mayor Bill White and Council Member Peter Brown with his own "Trae Day" in honor of his outstanding community service

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