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Kardinal Offishall Returns With Music Video “Let Em Out”
Multi-platinum artist Kardinal Offishall releases the first single “Let Em Out” from his long-awaited EP, “Everyday, Sometimes.” Widely known as one of Canada’s most iconic
Ab-Soul Speaks On Joey Bada$$ And West Coast Rap Feud
Ab-Soul was part of the Red Bull Freestyle with Joey Bada$$ that caused a lot of tension. The Los Angeles rapper amped up the Rap
Bryson Tiller Announces Double Album “Solace & The Vices”
Bryson Tiller is coming back. The Kentucky rapper revealed on social media that he is working on a double album entitled “Solace & The Vices”.
Drake Confirms That OVO Fest Is Returning
Drake has officially confirmed that OVO Fest will be returning to Toronto this summer. The announcement was made by Drizzly himself during his appearance at
Ye And YoungBoy Never Broke Again Link Up For New Single “Alive”
Ye and YoungBoy Never Broke Again shocked fans by releasing their first-ever collaboration. The artist formerly known as Kanye West linked up with NBA YoungBoy
Burna Boy Joins Forces With Travis Scott For “TaTaTa” Visual
Burna Boy joins forces Travis Scott in the exhilarating music video for their collaborative single “TaTaTa”, directed by award-winning filmmaker Benny Boom. Produced by hitmaking
Keke Palmer Addresses Drama With Ex Over Usher On “My Confession”
Keke Palmer is turning personal drama into musical empowerment with her latest song entitled “My Confession.” Drawing inspiration from Usher’s iconic “Confessions,” the Illinois singer tells
Tech N9ne Serves Up Soulful New Music Video “This I Know”
After decades of rapping at an elite level without comparison, Tech N9ne decided to open up more than ever before on his 25th full-length album
Rick Ross Wants To Squash Beef With Drake
Rick Ross says that he’s open to ending his beef with Drake on one self-serving condition. During a recent interview with Bootleg Kev, the two discussed
Lil Durk Denied Bail In 2022 Murder-For-Hire Case
Lil Durk’s legal battle just hit another major hurdle. A federal judge ordered that the Chicago rapper remain in jail pending his trial on murder-for-hire
Ye Shares Militant Music Video For “Heil Hitler”
Ye continued to profess his love for Adolf Hitler as he released the music video for his new song, “Heil Hitler.” The 47-year-old rapper shared
Rihanna Shares Updates On Her New Album “R9”
Rihanna has explained that her much-awaited album won’t be delayed too much by her pregnancy. At the 2025 Met Gala, the 37-year-old Pop star confirmed
Jay-Z Lost Over $200 Million In Income In Amended Defamation Lawsuit
According to reports, Jay-Z has amended his defamation lawsuit against controversial attorney Tony Buzbee and Jane Doe. Now, the Hip-Hop mogul is claiming he lost hundreds
Hunxho Drops Visual For Fan-Favorite Track “Bedrest”
Setting the tone and reminding fans the “For Her” era is still very present, rising East Atlanta rapper Hunxho shares a brand new music video
Travis Scott Teases “Jackboys 2” With New Trailer
The countdown to Travis Scott‘s “Jackboys 2” is on. The Houston-born rapper released a trailer for the Cactus Jack label compilation’s teaser, featuring unreleased music from
4batz Feeds His Fanbase With Two New Surprise Songs
Responding to overwhelming audience demand for more music, Dallas-based R&B phenomenon 4batz feeds his rabid fanbase with a brand new surprise two-pack entitled “Since Ya’ll
Camden New Jersey’s L.O. Drops New Project “Ghetto Melodies”
Camden, New Jersey’s L.O. comes back with his new release “Ghetto Melodies.” This project is a 4 track EP where L.O. had a collection of
Megan Thee Stallion Drops “Whenever” Single And Music Video
Megan Thee Stallion is back with her new single “Whenever,” her first music release since October 2024. The banging track, produced by Bankroll Got It,
Wiz Khalifa Reveals How Much He Charges For Shows And Guest Features
It seems that Wiz Khalifa is still raking in as much cash now as he did a decade ago. On the heels of dropping his
Ken Carson Earns His First #1 With “More Chaos”
Ken Carson earns his first #1 album in his career as “More Chaos” opens atop this week’s Billboard 200. The Playboi Carti-affiliated rapper knocks his
The Weeknd Drops “Drive” Music Video Starring Jenna Ortega
The Weeknd has dropped a moody music video for “Drive,” a track from his latest album, “Hurry Up Tomorrow.” Directed by Trey Edward Shults, who
Ice Cube Announces “Truth To Power: 4 Decades Of Attitude” Tour
The long-awaited return of Ice Cube to the national stage has been officially announced with the “Truth to Power: 4 Decades Of Attitude” tour —
Ja Rule Fires Back At 50 Cent After Irv Gotti Disrespect
The long-standing rivalry between 50 Cent and Ja Rule never ended. Ja has fired back at his nemesis 50 after the latter made disrespectful comments
Doja Cat Shares Tracklist For New Album “Vie”
Doja Cat gave her fans something to talk about. The California artist‘s anticipated fifth studio album “Vie”, which translates to “life” in French, will be
Tech N9ne Laces Up His “J6’s” On New Music Video
Tech N9ne laces up on his new single and music video “J6’s,” out now via Strange Music. On the track, an orchestral string sample wraps
Frank Ocean Sparks Comeback Rumors
Where is Frank Ocean? On the route into the desert near Coachella Valley, a mysterious billboard with the name of a new Instagram account connected
Lil Durk’s “Deep Thoughts” Debuts At # 3 On Billboard 200
Lil Durk‘s new album, “Deep Thoughts”, is opening this week’s Billboard 200 at #3. The Chicago rapper’s seventh top 3 album earns 64,000 equivalent album
Judge Ruled That Young Thug’s Probation Will Not Be Revoked
UPDATE: A judge in Atlanta has ruled that Young Thug’s probation will not be revoked. But the judge cautioned Thugger over his social media use
Hip-Hop Mourns The Death Of Young Scooter
Tragedy struck the Hip-Hop scene as Young Scooter tragically died on his 39th birthday on Friday (March 28) while reportedly trying to run from police.
Mustard Joins Kendrick Lamar And SZA’s “Grand National Tour”
Mustard revealed on April 1 that he’s joining Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s “Grand National Tour” as an opening act. “I’m joining Kendrick Lamar and SZA on
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