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Cardi B Announces Release Date For New Single “Hot Shit”
While the 2022 BET Awards were in full swing at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday (June 26), Cardi announced to her 136 million Instagram followers that her new
Dizzy Wright Announces “Smoke Out Conversations 10 Year Anniversary Tour”
Rapper Dizzy Wright has announced his upcoming summer tour dates for his “Smoke Out Conversations 10 Year Anniversary Tour.” This tour follows the successful release of “Dizzyland” on April 15
22Gz & Kodak Black Team Up On “Up N Stuck”
Brooklyn Drill pioneer 22Gz found himself in major trouble lately after he was arrested on a second-degree attempted murder charge for a March 2022 shooting that left one man injured,
Emerging Atlanta Rapper Taz Forte Unveils New Music Video “Giant Problem”
Taz Forte is no stranger to life’s hard lessons, which has taught him to be triumphant when obstacles are placed in his path. His songs are like musical diaries; they
French Montana Recruits Jadakiss & Benny The Butcher For “Bricks & Bags”
Ahead of the release of his upcoming Harry Fraud-produced album “Montega,” which is slated to land on streaming services on Friday (June 24), French Montana enlists Jadakiss and Benny the
Beyonce’s New Album “Renaissance“ Is Coming
It’s been six years since Beyonce blessed the world with “Lemonade” in 2016. The 40-year-old singer will release her anticipated new album “Renaissance” on July 29. Tidal’s official Twitter account
Mary J. Blige Announces The 23-City “Good Morning Gorgeous Tour”
One of Time magazine’s icons listed in “The 100 Most Influential People of 2022” and the recipient of the 2022 “Billboard ICON Award,” the undisputed Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Mary
Lizzo Drops Infectious New Track “GRRRLS”
Grammy Award-winning artist Lizzo is dropping another infectious song with the brand-new “Grrrls.” “Grrrls” is the second track from Lizzo’s upcoming album “Special,” following the newly RIAA Gold certified hit
RZA Set To Release “Bobby Digital And The Pit of Snakes” Graphic Novel & Soundtrack
Rapper, producer, actor and filmmaker RZA brings back his alter ego, Bobby Digital, once again for a brand new graphic novel and soundtrack, “RZA Presents: Bobby Digital and The Pit
DIRRT500 And DJ BOriginal Heat Up The Streets With New Song ”Money Call”
Los Angeles based Rap juggernaut DIRRT500 is building a huge movement one fan at a time. He raps with purpose and conviction. One listen to his music and it is
Gucci Mane Gets Wife Keyshia Ka’oir To Star In Visual To “Mrs. Davis”
Nearly five years after Gucci Mane and Keyshia Ka’oir tied the knot, the power couple showcases their love in the music video for the Atlanta rapper’s new single “Mrs. Davis.”
Atlanta Rapper Taz Forte Unleashes New Album “It’s Not Rocket Science”
Taz Forte is a captivating Hip-Hop artist from Atlanta where he has grown an overwhelming fanbase. He raps with purpose and conviction. One listen to his music and it is evident
Yo Gotti Says 50 Cent Advised Him Not To Call His Record Label Cocaine Muzik
In an extensive new interview with Billboard about his music career and record label, Yo Gotti revealed that 50 Cent gave him some integral advice that led to him renaming
Diddy Refuses To Believe That His Daughters Are Dating
It looks like Diddy isn’t too fond of his teenage daughters dating. During a recent interview with Ellen, Sean “Diddy” Combs says that his kids including his three girls –
Cypress Hill’s Sen Dog Has Been Hospitalized
Infamous rap group Cypress Hill has been back on the road, this time with the controversial heavy metal band Slipknot. But on Thursday (May 19), B-Real revealed that his fellow
Nipsey Hussle’s Legacy Lives On With “The Marathon (Cultivation)“
Nipsey Hussle’s extraordinary legacy continues with the premiere of “The Marathon (Cultivation),“ a feature-length documentary exploring the life of the late, great rapper/entrepreneur and the challenges he and his brother,
Jason Derulo And Kodak Black Heat Up The Summer With “Slidin’”
Multi-platinum artist Jason Derulo is back with his new summer anthem, “Slidin’ (ft. Kodak Black).” Self-Produced by Jason Derulo, Shawn Charles, Jason Evigan, Lionel Crasta, Bluf & Smile High; the
Burna Boy Announces “Love, Damini Summer 2022 Tour”
Shortly after his record-setting, sold-out debut at Madison Square Garden, Grammy-award-winning Burna Boy has announced plans to hit the road for his “Love, Damini Summer 2022 Tour.” Kicking off Sunday
Kevin Gates Announces Release Date For New Album “Khaza”
Kevin Gates has announced the long-awaited release of his third studio album, “Khaza,” due to arrive via Bread Winner Alumni/Atlantic Records on June 17. “Khaza” is heralded by today’s premiere
Burna Boy Unleashes New Music Video “Last Last”
After teasing the arrival of his forthcoming album titled “Love, Damini” at his record-setting, sold-out debut at Madison Square Garden, Burna Boy returns to unleash his new single “Last Last.”
Jack Harlow Announces The “Come Home The Kids Miss You Tour”
Grammy nominated rapper Jack Harlow will hit the road for the “Come Home The Kids Miss You Tour,” presented by Live Nation. Kicking off on September 6, the headlining, nationwide
Maliibu Miitch Comes Thru With New Music Video “Slide”
New York raptress Maliibu Miitch is back with another one. The buzzing South Bronx rapper releases her new single “Slide” featuring fellow Bronx rapper B-Lovee. Produced by Zukye “Ardella” Smith,
Burna Boy Announces New Album “Love, Damini”
Grammy Award-winning artist Burna Boy lived up to his name with a firey, show-stopping performance of his sold-out “One Night In Space” concert at New York’s iconic Madison Square Garden.
NoCap Officially Introduces His Debut Album “Mr. Crawford”
Mobile, AL rapper NoCap has announced his debut album “Mr. Crawford” via Never Broke Again LLC/Atlantic Records. The newly announced Atlantic Records signee’s album includes his recent tracks like “Shackles
Kyle Jenner Claims Blac Chyna Tried To Murder Tyga
The Blac Chyna-Kardashians lawsuit drama is getting crazier and crazier by the day. On Monday (April 25), Kylie Jenner alleged that Blac Chyna slashed her ex, rapper Tyga, who has
50 Cent Says Megan Thee Stallion Is Lying About Her Sexual Relationship With Tory Lanez
Raptress Megan Thee Stallion had a chat with Gayle King for an interview on CBS Mornings on Monday (April 25), which quickly became a social media talking point. As soon
Kevin Gates Shares Exclusive “Thinking My With Dick” Remixes
Platinum rapper Kevin Gates has unveiled two spectacular new spins on his chart-topping viral sensation, “Thinking with My Dick,” featuring Juicy J. The exclusive reworks see the RIAA gold certified
Lizzo Is Back With New Music Video “About Damn Time”
Grammy Award-winning artist Lizzo has shared her long awaited new single, “About Damn Time,” available now via Nice Life Recording Company/Atlantic Records. The confident, empowering track is joined by an
Florida Newcomer Big Mo “Keeps Going“
Born and raised in Maryland and now living in Florida, newcomer Big Mo is a freshman that just started his rapping career. Since an early age, the southern artist has
Jim Jones Taps Lil Wayne, Migos, DJ Khaled, And Juelz Santana For “We Set the Trends“ Remix Music Video
Jim Jones has gathered Lil Wayne, Migos, DJ Khaled, and Juelz Santana for the official remix of “We Set The Trends.” Directed by a talented group consisting of Shila The
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