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Articles
Rakim Drops First New Project In 15 Years With “G.O.D.’s Network (REB7RTH)”
Hip-Hop legend Rakim is breaking new ground with his latest project, “G.O.D.’s Network (REB7RTH),” by flexing his skills both on the mic and behind the
Kehlani Announces Her “Crash World Tour”
Following the release of her new album, “Crash”, Kehlani announces the anticipated “Crash World Tour,” featuring British girl group Flo and Atlanta rapper Anycia. Produced
Drake And 50 Cent Link Up In Toronto
50 Cent continues to support Drake following the 6 God’s beef with Kendrick Lamar. Throughout Drizzle’s infamous feud with Lamar, 50 had his back, supporting
Mobb Deep Is Working On New Music With The Alchemist
Havoc has announced that new music from Mobb Deep is in the works, which will include production by longtime collaborator The Alchemist. The Queensbridge legend
Don Toliver’s “Psycho Tour” Marks His Biggest Tour To Date
Don Toliver announces his biggest headline tour to date with special guest Teezo Touchdown and opening act Monaleo. Produced by Live Nation, the “Psycho Tour”
Ice Spice And Central Cee Cozy Up In Bed In “Did It First” Visual
Ice Spice teamed up with British rapper Central Cee for her “Do It First” music video, directed by Ice Spice, Edgar Estevez, and Nikita Vilchinski.
Michigan Rapper Babyfxce E Releaes Visual For “PTP”
Rising Rap sensation Babyfxce E has released his latest single entitled “PTP” via Atlantic Records. The track first premiered on July 4 with an official
Ralo Celebrates Young Dolph With “P.R.E.” Music Video
Continuing a massive comeback year, acclaimed Atlanta rapper Ralo serves up a brand new single and music video entitled “P.R.E.” out now via 300 Entertainment.
Finesse2tymes Shares New Single “Pretty Ricky”
Memphis’ own Finesse2tymes releases the newest edition of his ever-growing catalog entitled “Pretty Ricky.” The brand new single comes on the heels of Finesse’s previously
Shaboozey Hits #1 On The Hot 100 Chart With “A Bar Song (Tipsy)”
Nigeria-born, Virginia-raised country singer Shaboozey has the #1 song in the country now. Shaboozey is making waves for his single “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” all
Pusha T Named Newest Ambassador For Louis Vuitton
Pusha T has been named the newest ambassador for Louis Vuitton, the French luxury fashion house announced, whose current Men’s Creative Director is none other
Megan Thee Stallion’s “MEGAN” Is Biggest Selling Female Rap Debut Of 2024
Megan Thee Stallion is opening this week’s Billboard 200 at #3 with her anticipated new album “MEGAN.” The Houston raptress’ latest studio effort marks her
Ghostface Killah Says He Never Watched “Wu-Tang: An American Saga”
Ghostface Killah has shared that he has never watch Hulu’s popular show about the Wu-Tang Clan. In the June 27 episode of the “Toure Show,”
Diddy Faces New Sex Trafficking Allegations By Ex-Porn Star
Diddy is in trouble once again. Sean “Diddy” Combs faced new sex trafficking allegations on Wednesday (July 3) in a lawsuit by a former porn
Cardi B Teased An Unreleased Janet Jackson Sample
Cardi B has previewed music from her highly anticipated sophomore LP. On Monday night (July 1), the Bronx representative posted a new melodic snippet on
Childish Gambino Announces Final Album “Bando Stone & The New World”, Drops First Single “Lithonia”
Childish Gambino has announced his final album under the moniker “Bando Stone & The New World,” releasing July 19. After revealing the trailer for his
Tee Grizzley Shares New Music Video “Robbery 7”
Detroit rapper Tee Grizzley unveils a brand new single and music video entitled “Robbery 7” out now via Grizzley Gang/300 Entertainment. The track extends his
LL Cool J And Eminem Collaboration Surfaces Online
It seems that a collaboration between LL Cool J and Eminem is coming. A song marking LL and Em’s first ever collabo has surfaced online
Shaquille O’Neal And The Notorious B.I.G.’s “You Can’t Stop The Reign” Now Available On DSP’s
NBA superstar Shaquille O’Neal and The Notorious B.I.G.‘s “You Can’t Stop The Reign” is now available on streaming platforms for the first time since its
LL Cool J Teams Up With Rick Ross And Fat Joe For Fiery “Saturday Night Special”
LL Cool J is back in business. The new single entitled “Saturday Night Special” marked his official return to wax, produced by Q-Tip and featuring
Eminem Scores A #2 Billboard Hot 100 Debut With “Houdini”
Eminem‘s latest single “Houdini” debuts at #2 on this week’s Billboard Hot 100 chart. As revealed by Billboard on June 10, the song garnered 48.8
Don Toliver Reveals Feature-Packed “Hardstone Psycho” Tracklist
One day ahead of the release of “Hardstone Psycho,” Don Toliver has unleashed the official tracklist and featured artists for the project. The Houston entertainer
Hitkidd Unleashes Electrifying “Booty Club” Video Featuring Sandy Cheekz
Renowned producer and Grammy-nominated heavyweight Hitkidd has just released the anticipated video for his latest single, “Booty Club,” featuring the rising Memphis underground female rapper
Ice Spice Announces Release Date For Debut Album “Y2K”
Ice Spice has officially announced the release date for her upcoming freshman album entitled “Y2K.” The project, which drops on July 26, will feature her
2 Live Crew Rapper Brother Marquis Dead At 58
Mark Ross, better known as rapper Brother Marquis and a prolific member of the iconic Miami Hip-Hop group 2 Live Crew, passed away at 58.
Bobby Shmurda Calls Out Streaming Platforms
It’s been nearly two years since dropping his first post-prison project after serving over six years for gang conspiracy charges. However, Bobby Shmurda isn’t shying
Hip-Hop Reacts To Donald Trump’s Felony Convictions
Donald Trump became the first former American president to be convicted of felony crimes. The former president’s conviction in New York stemmed from a $130,000
Roddy Ricch Returns With Introspective “Survivor’s Remorse” Music Video
RIAA Diamond-certified rapper Roddy Ricch delivers a deeply personal response to long lingering questions with his eagerly awaited new single, “Survivor’s Remorse.” The powerful track
21 Savage And Metro Boomin Fighting On Social Media?
Yesterday morning (May 27), fans shared footage of 21 Savage engaging in a spat with Metro Boomin over his close ties with Drake. During an
Vince Staples Releases Eighth Studio Album “Dark Times”
Vince Staples released his eighth studio album, “Dark Times,” via Blacksmith Records/Def Jam Recordings. A new era in the prolific artist’s canon, the album is
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