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Big Melly is a graduated multimedia journalist and senior author for Yo! Raps. He pursued his lifelong dream career as a music journalist and went on to secure bylines in prestigious publications before joining us. Throughout his career, he has landed major interviews with icons, including Eminem, 50 Cent, Rihanna and many more. When Big Melly isn’t documenting Rap and deep-diving into its history, he’s collecting vinyls, binging shows, and indulging in films.
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Foxy Brown Promises To Pay Tribute To Cousin DJ Clark Kent
- By Big Melly
- . Oct 30, 2024
Veteran deejay and hit producer DJ Clark Kent passed away at the age of 58 after a three-year battle with colon cancer. Among those grieving

Megan Thee Stallion Pays Homage To Houston In “Bigger In Texas” Visual
- By Big Melly
- . Oct 30, 2024
Megan Thee Stallion pays homage to her hometown Houston. The Texas raptress proves everything is “Bigger In Texas” in her latest music video. Co-directed by

Lil Uzi Vert Reveals “Eternal Atake 2” Tracklist
- By Big Melly
- . Oct 28, 2024
Lil Uzi Vert‘s “Eternal Atake 2” is coming soon, the sequel to 2020’s “Eternal Atake” and follow-up to last year’s “Pink Tape.” Over the weekend,

Babyfxce E Serves Up New Music Video “Fast Dudes”
- By Big Melly
- . Oct 26, 2024
On the verge of a breakthrough as Michigan’s next heavyweight, rising Rap sensation Babyfxce E serves up his new single entitled “Fast Dudes”. The track

Tyler, the Creator Announces “Chromakopia” World Tour
- By Big Melly
- . Oct 24, 2024
Tyler, the Creator is taking the “Chromakopia” experience on the road. Less than a week ahead of the album’s release date, the California rapper has

Lil Uzi Vert Reveals Retro-Inspired “Uzi The Earthling!”
- By Big Melly
- . Oct 24, 2024
Fans haven’t seen much of Lil Uzi Vert lately. Now, the popular Pennsylvania rapper has returned with the first look into his new album “Eternal

Tyler, the Creator Taps Ayo Edebiri For “Noid” Visual
- By Big Melly
- . Oct 23, 2024
Tyler, the Creator is gearing up for the release of his anticipated album “Chromakopia” with the simultaneous release of his new music video for “Noid.”

Lil Yachty Surprises Fans With 3 New Music Videos
- By Big Melly
- . Oct 23, 2024
Lil Yachty has surprised fans with 3 new music videos, which fits well with the laid-back singles. The tracks are titled “We Ball Forever,” “Cry

Mary J. Blige Returns With Uplifting New Song “You Ain’t The Only One”
- By Big Melly
- . Oct 21, 2024
Mary J. Blige releases a brand new single entitled “You Ain’t The Only One” ahead of her induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of

Tyler, the Creator Shares “St. Chroma” Music Video
- By Big Melly
- . Oct 17, 2024
Tyler, the Creator is apparently teasing his first new music in 18 months with a two-minute-long visual. Called “St. Chroma,” Tyler shared a video to

Diddy Returns To Social Media For First Post Since Arrest
- By Big Melly
- . Oct 16, 2024
Sean “Diddy” Combs has shared his first social media post since being arrested last month for sex crime charges. The Hip-Hop mogul, who is currently

GloRilla And Sexyy Red Unite With Boosie Badazz For “Whatchu Know About Me”
- By Big Melly
- . Oct 16, 2024
After much anticipation, GloRilla and Sexyy Red joined forces for “Whatchu Know About Me,” featured on GloRilla’s debut album, “Glorious,” released on October 11. The

Sean “Diddy” Combs To Remain In Jail Until Start Of Trial
- By Big Melly
- . Oct 14, 2024
Sean “Diddy” Combs’s sex-trafficking trial is scheduled to start on 5 May in New York, a federal judge said at a hearing on Thursday (October

J. Cole Addresses Bowing Out Of Beef With Kendrick Lamar On New Song
- By Big Melly
- . Oct 10, 2024
J. Cole has addressed not participating in the Drake and Kendrick Lamar beef on his new track entitled “Port Antonio.” On Wednesday (October 9), the

The Weeknd And Playboi Carti’s “Timeless” Debuts At #3
- By Big Melly
- . Oct 9, 2024
The Weeknd and Playboi Carti‘s collaborative effort, “Timeless,” is debuting at #3 on this week’s Billboard Hot 100. The blockbuster track, which is set to

Rich Homie Quan’s First Posthumous Project Dropped
- By Big Melly
- . Oct 8, 2024
The first posthumous project from Rich Homie Quan has been released. Entitled “Forever Goin In,” the anticipated album is a lengthy compilation of Quan’s recent

Benny The Butcher And 38 Spesh Announce “Stabbed & Shot 2”
- By Big Melly
- . Oct 7, 2024
It’s been six years since Benny The Butcher and 38 Spesh linked up for the fan-favorite “Stabbed & Shot.” On October 18 that all changes,

Quavo Gets Sued By Louisiana Rapper Over “Quavo Huncho” Track
- By Big Melly
- . Sep 26, 2024
Quavo is being sued by Louisiana rapper Lamount London, known as L.Mont The yet unknown artist alleges that back in 2016, after opening for Migos

Gunna Announces “Wun Of Dem Nights” Live Shows
- By Big Melly
- . Sep 23, 2024
Gunna is set to captivate audiences with a series of exclusive one-off shows in various cities this fall. These special performances aim to provide fans

Sean “Diddy” Combs Placed On Suicide Watch At NYC Jail
- By Big Melly
- . Sep 20, 2024
Sean “Diddy” Combs was placed on suicide monitor at Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center where he awaits trial for his alleged sex crimes as the 54-year-old’s

Future Releases 17-Track Project “Mixtape Pluto”
- By Big Melly
- . Sep 20, 2024
Future has officially dropped his first solo project of the year entitled “Mixtape Pluto” via Freebandz and Epic Records. The 17-track album features songs like

Sean “Diddy” Combs Charged With Sex Trafficking And Racketeering
- By Big Melly
- . Sep 18, 2024
Following Diddy’s arrest in New York, federal prosecutors on Tuesday (September 17) unsealed a criminal indictment against Sean “Diddy” Combs. Damian Williams, U.S. Attorney for

Dame Dash Claims Drake Wants To Buy His Stake In “Reasonable Doubt”
- By Big Melly
- . Sep 17, 2024
Dame Dash claims that Drake offered to buy his share of Jay-Z’s “Reasonable Doubt” album. In an interview with America Nu Network, Dame Dash says

Eminem Blames Diddy For The Deaths Of Tupac And Biggie
- By Big Melly
- . Sep 17, 2024
Eminem took some very serious shots at Diddy on his new album “The Death Of Slim Shady (Coup de grâce): Expanded Mourner’s Edition.” The Detroit

Rick Ross Speaks On Ending Drake Beef
- By Big Melly
- . Sep 16, 2024
Rick Ross may be open to reconciling with Drake, but the southern rapper made it clear that the timing has to be right. The Miami

Playboi Carti Drops “All Red”, Stirring Controversy Over ‘Satanic’ Lyrics
- By Big Melly
- . Sep 16, 2024
Playboi Carti has dropped his new song “All Red” over the weekend. The track serves as the first single from his highly anticipated upcoming studio

Luh Tyler Announces “The Mr. Skii Tour”
- By Big Melly
- . Sep 14, 2024
Rising rap sensation Luh Tyler announced a major North American headline tour – his biggest live run to date. “The Mr. Skii Tour” begins October

Eminem Announces “The Death Of Slim Shady: Expanded Mourner’s Edition”
- By Big Melly
- . Sep 11, 2024
Eminem has a surprise in store for this Friday the 13th. The Detroit rapper has taken to social media to announce “The Death Of Slim

Diddy Is Selling His Beverly Hills Mansion For $61.5 Million
- By Big Melly
- . Sep 10, 2024
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ Beverly Hills mansion is officially hitting the market amid sex trafficking and abuse allegations. The expansive 10-bedroom home, which hit the market

Juice WRLD Released New EP “The Pre-Party”
- By Big Melly
- . Sep 10, 2024
Juice Wrld‘s new EP entitled “The Pre-Party” is now available for streaming. Packaged as a two-pack, new cuts include “World Tour (Aquafina)” and “Lightyears” –
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