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J. Cole Responds To Cam’ron’s $500K Lawsuit
J. Cole has officially addressed Cam’ron’s lawsuit regarding “Ready ’24,” refuting claims that there was ever an agreement to collaborate on a future project in
Baby Keem Announces New Album “Ca$ino”
Baby Keem has officially announced the release date for his upcoming album, “Ca$ino”. The rapper shared the news on February 10, revealing that his sophomore
50 Cent Explains Why He No Longer Releases New Music
50 Cent has shed light on why he no longer releases new music, addressing the topic during a recent interview with Rolling Stone. In the
J. Cole Resolves 2Pac And Biggie’s Beef On New Album “The Fall-Off”
J. Cole’s latest album, “The Fall-Off”, has finally arrived, and it features a particularly poignant track that channels the perspectives of two of hip-hop’s most
Alleged Lil Durk Associate OTF Jam Claps Back At Critics From Prison
Following Lil Durk‘s arrest in 2024, a picture of OTF Jam allegedly eating McDonald’s in an interrogation room quickly made the rounds online. Lil Durk
Pooh Shiesty Gifts His Mom A $1.1 Million Home
Pooh Shiesty recently surprised his mother, Gladys Baines, with a lavish $1.1 million house. On February 3, the rapper shared heartwarming clips on his Instagram
50 Cent Taunts Floyd Mayweather Over $340M Showtime Lawsuit
50 Cent continues to fan the flames of his longstanding feud with Floyd Mayweather, taking aim at the legendary boxer over a $340 million lawsuit
Swishahouse Founder Michael “5000” Watts Dead At 52
Swishahouse founder Michael “5000” Watts has passed away at the age of 52. His family confirmed the tragic news on January 30 through an official
J. Cole Explains “The Fall-Off” Cover, Confirms It Will Be A Double Album
J. Cole shared insights into the artwork for his upcoming double album “The Fall-Off”, along with confirmation of its expanded concept. The project features two
Ye Insists Apology To Black And Jewish Communities Is Not A PR Stunt
Ye has emphasized that his recent apology to the Black and Jewish communities is not a calculated attempt to restore his public image before the
Donald Trump Crowns Nicki Minaj The Greatest Female Rapper Ever
Donald Trump has hailed Nicki Minaj as the greatest and most successful female rapper in history following her recent show of support. This moment came
Kanye West Delays Release Of “Bully” Following New Partnership Deal
Ye fans will need to hold on a little longer for the arrival of his highly anticipated “Bully” album, as the rapper has delayed its
Finesse2tymes Calls Out Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Over Clearance Fees
On January 23, Finesse2tymes took to Instagram to call out Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, claiming the legendary group demanded $40,000 to clear the use of their 1997
Don Toliver Reveals Release Date For New Album “OCTANE”
Don Toliver confirms the release date for his upcoming album, “OCTANE”. Nearly two years have passed since Don Toliver’s last album release, but his solo
Drake Challenges Dismissal Of “Not Like Us” Defamation Case
Drake is continuing his fight in a defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG) over Kendrick Lamar‘s track “Not Like Us.” He has filed an
XXXTentacion’s 5 Best Songs Ranked
8 years have passed since the tragic loss of XXXTentacion, who was fatally shot during an armed robbery in Deerfield Park, Florida, in June 2018.
A$AP Rocky Addresses Conflict With Drake
A$AP Rocky seemingly called out Drake on the song “Stole Ya Flow” from his project “Don’t Be Dumb”. During an interview with Apple Music’s Ebro
Sexyy Red Shows Admiration For Pooh Shiesty’s Abs On Instagram
Sexyy Red seems to appreciate Pooh Shiesty‘s revamped physique, as evidenced by her recent Instagram activity. The rapper shared a shirtless photo on his Instagram
Yella Beezy Mourns The Death Of His Mother Amid Ongoing Mo3 Murder Case
Dallas rapper Yella Beezy is grieving the recent loss of his mother while navigating a significant legal battle. On January 18, Beezy took to social
YNW Melly No Longer Facing Trial On Charges Of Witness Tampering
YNW Melly will no longer face trial for witness tampering as prosecutors have decided to dismiss the charges. The Florida rapper was originally set to
Fetty Wap Returns To Performing After Prison Release
Fetty Wap has made it clear that he has no plans to reflect on his prison experience in his upcoming music. Fans are now left
J. Cole Shares First Music Video From New Album “The Fall-Off”
J. Cole has unveiled the first single from “The Fall-Off” after announcing the album’s release. The track, titled “The Fall-Off… Disc 2 Track 2,” suggests
Every Travis Scott Album Ranked
If you say “creative force,” “unpredictable,” and “hitmaker” in the mirror three times, Travis Scott will appear behind you blasting “goosebumps” through a boombox. One
NBA YoungBoy Expands Into The Film Industry With 38 Films
NBA YoungBoy is gearing up to share a new side of his story. The Baton Rouge rapper has taken his entrepreneurial spirit to the next
French Montana Confronts Fat Joe About Money Owed For “All The Way Up”
French Montana confronts Fat Joe regarding unpaid publishing royalties for “All The Way Up”. The atmosphere turned a bit charged during a recent episode of
Finesse2Tymes Arrested On Drug Possession, Blames Moneybagg Yo
Finesse2tymes has once again been arrested for drug possession, raising eyebrows as he directs blame at fellow rapper Moneybagg Yo. On January 15, Finesse2Tymes, whose
Earl Sweatshirt Delivers Visuals For “INFATUATION”
Earl Sweatshirt has dropped the music video for “INFATUATION”, a track from his latest album, “Live Laugh Love”. While currently in the midst of a
FBG Duck’s Mom Proceeds With Son’s Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Lil Durk
FBG Duck’s mother, LaSheena Weekly, has announced that she can now proceed with her wrongful death lawsuit against rapper Lil Durk following a judge’s ruling.
Salt-N-Pepa’s Lawsuit Against UMG Dismissed By Federal Judge
Salt-N-Pepa’s lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG) has been dismissed by a federal judge in New York, marking a significant challenge to the iconic hip-hop
Mary J. Blige Is Preparing For Her First Las Vegas Residency
Mary J. Blige is gearing up to light up the Las Vegas strip with her very first residency. The Grammy and Emmy-winning music legend revealed
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