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Tee Grizzley Releases Police Brutality Anthem “Mr. Officer”
As protests continue across the country following the death of George Floyd, rapper Tee Grizzley has shared a new song titled “Mr. Officer” featuring Queen
Meek Mill Protests With “Otherside Of America” Single Amid George Floyd Protests
Hip-Hop superstar Meek Mill has released a new single titled “Otherside Of America” in reaction to the unrest in the country. The song arrives amid
Lil Yachty Releases New Album “Lil Boat 3”
Lil Yachty has released his new album “Lil Boat 3.” The follow-up to 2018’s “Nuthin’ 2 Prove” includes the singles “Oprah’s Bank Account” featuring DaBaby
Joe Dirrt Delivers Music Video For New Single “The Truth”
New York rap renegade Joe Dirrt elegantly combines old school Hip-Hop with the innovative sounds of today’s urban music. Most recently, Dirrt demonstrates his melodies
Gunna To Receive First #1 Album On Billboard 200 With “Wunna”
Gunna seems to receive his first #1 on the Billboard 200 for his album “Wunna.” The Georgia rapper’s project is estimated to pull in around
Kanye West To Drop Lead Single From New Album “God’s Country”
It seems like that Kanye West is ready to release some brand new music. In an Instagram Live session on Thursday (May 22), known cinematographer
Tekashi 6ix9ine: I Will Cut My Hair Off If…
Tekashi 6ix9ine continues to take jabs at fellow rapper Rich The Kid. The “GOOBA” rapper posted a shot at Rich on Friday (May 22), telling
LL Cool J: ‘I Paved The Way’ For Drake
The legendary rapper LL Cool J linked up with Complex in a Skype interview last month and reminded Hip-Hop fans that he paved the way
Webbie’s Manager Explains Boosie Badazz Beef
Longtime collaborators Boosie Badazz and Webbie aren’t on good terms for at least a year. According to Webbie’s manager Derrick, their relationship hasn’t been the
Bun B Wants To Squash Beef Between Boosie Badazz & Webbie
Bun B hopes to squash the beef between longtime collaborators Boosie Badazz and Webbie. On Thursday (May 14), Boosie was talking reckless about fellow Baton
Kevin Gates’ Wife Dreka Reportedly Breaks Up
As we previously reported, a sex tape with Kevin Gates and an unidentified woman appeared on social media. The Baton Rouge rapper is a married
Snoop Dogg Sends Warning To Tekashi 6ix9ine, Gets Response
Tekashi 6ix9ine has sent several polarizing shots at Snoop Dogg via social media on Friday (May 15). In reply, The Doggfather has issued an ominous
Kevin Gates Alleged Sex Tape Leaks
Kevin Gates has some explaining to do. An x-rated sex tape appearing to feature the rapper leaked and made him the #1 trending topic on
Gunna Finally Announces “WUNNA” Album Release Date
Buzzing rapper Gunna has finally revealed the release date for his anticipated album “WUNNA” after teasing the projects with droplets here and there. Gunna began
Future Reveals “High Off Life” Album Release Date
Hip-Hop superstar Future is gearing up for the release of his eighth studio album. His label Epic Records has announced the Freebandz leader will drop
Tekashi 6ix9ine Relocated After New Address Leaks Online
Tekashi 6ix9ine is known for his controversial online actions and on Friday (May 8) he set numerous Instagram viewership records, but it may have come
Jay-Z & Roc Nation Call For Justice In Ahmaud Arbery Case
Hip-Hop superstar Jay-Z and Team Roc are asking the government officials in Georgia seek justice in the case of Ahmaud Arbery. In an open letter
Young M.A – RNID
Young M.A. unveiled the music video for her “HERstory In The Making” single “RNID.” The New York raptress’ clip was directed by Marc Diamond and
Lil Baby x 42 Dugg – We Paid
Lil Baby dropped six new tracks to kick off this month, introducing the world to his celebratory “My Turn (Deluxe Edition).” The original “My Turn”
Lil Durk Delivers New Album “Just Cause Y’all Waited 2”
Since the release of his mixtape “Just Cause Y’all Waited” back in 2018, Lil Durk has been going strong. The OTF (Only The Family) leader
Kehlani Releases New Album “It Was Good Until It Wasn’t”
Kehlani’s sophomore album “It Was Good Until It Wasn’t” has been officially released. Three years after dropping her freshman project “SweetSexySavage,” the Oakland singer returns
Disgusting! YFN Lucci Removes Diamond Grill & Shows Rotten Teeth
Last year, rapper YFN Lucci – real name Rayshawn Lamar Bennett – decided to have his gold grill glued to his teeth using dentist glue.
Youngboy Never Broke Again’s “38 Baby 2” Debuts At #1 On Billboard 200
YoungBoy Never Broke Again’s highly anticipated new album “38 Baby 2” debuts at #1 on the Billboard 200, right before he is allegedly taking a
NY Rapper Joe Dirrt Shares “The Truth” On New Single
Hard beats and hard rhymes; both have been core staples of Hip-Hop since the culture’s inception. And while artists of today often circumvent this with
Lil Durk – Viral Moment
Lil Durk drops the video for his new single “Viral Moment,” which features cameos from Lil Baby, Booka600, and others. The Chicago rapper has officially
Chris Brown & Young Thug Unveil Release Date For “Slime & B”
As previously reported, Chris Brown revealed that he and Young Thug are teaming up on a collaborative mixtape. And now, there is a release date
Dr. Dre & Jimmy Iovine Giving Back To Compton During COVID-19 Crisis
Legendary producer and rapper Dr. Dre and music exec Jimmy Iovine will be donating money for coronavirus testing and free meals in Dre’s hometown of
French Montana: Beef With Young Thug A ‘Miscommunication’
After days of publicly trading insults, rapper French Montana explained that he has no beef with fellow rapper Young Thug. According to French, the issue
NY Rapper LuKing Unveils “Dotted Line” Music Video
LuKing is a determined young rapper with an international appeal. His music combines a unique style with witty lyrics and a true passion for Hip-Hop.
R.I.P.! Fred The Godson Has Passed Away From COVID-19
Fred The Godson has reportedly passed away in New York City at the age of 35 after being diagnosed with coronavirus earlier this month. The
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