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X-Raided And Tech N9ne Release New Music Video “Damnation”
Legendary Sacramento rapper and prison reform activist X-Raided once again teams up with Tech N9ne on a knockout new single and music video entitled “Damnation”.
Gunna Insists He “Won’t Stop” In His Defiant New Single
Kickstarting what promises to be a bold era, Atlanta rapper Gunna returns with a new single entitled “Won’t Stop” via Young Stoner Life Records/300 Entertainment.
Silentó Gets 30 Years In Prison For Fatal Shooting
Rapper Silentó, known for his viral hit “Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae),” was sentenced to 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges related to the
Brittany Renner Confirms Divorce From Kevin Gates After 52-Day Marriage
Brittany Renner and Kevin Gates‘ brief relationship has come to an end. Renner has confirmed her split from Gates after only 52 days of marriage
Judge Threatens To Remove Diddy From Courtroom
The judge presiding over Sean “Diddy” Combs’ criminal trial warned Diddy that he could be thrown out from the courtroom for the rest of his
Young Thug Recalls Failed First Date With Mariah The Scientist
Young Thug and Mariah The Scientist have been going strong for four years although Thugger was incarcerated for two-plus-years. The couple, who’ve been together since
Kanye West Misses Pusha T’s Friendship
Kanye West admits that he misses the G.O.O.D. times. Politics played a big part in their fallout with Ye’s controversial stances clashing hard against Pusha T’s
Fivio Foreign Pleads Guilty To Terroristic Threat Charge
Fivio Foreign has been sitting behind bars for months after allegedly threatening a woman with a gun. The New York rapper is reportedly pleading guilty
Kodak Black Admits Concerning Meth Habit
Kodak Black is back and has left his fans concerned about his harmful meth habit. Yak was one of the latest performers on the popular
Metro Boomin And Curren$y Tease Collabo Album “Mink On The Floor”
Metro Boomin and Curren$y have a project is in the works. The veteran rapper/producer duo took to social media to tease the arrival of the
Babyfxce E Drops Deluxe Version Of “M Block” Mixtape
Detroit rapper Babyfxce E returns with the deluxe edition of his recent mixtape “M Block” via Atlantic Records. The new version brings together a stacked
50 Cent Mocks Diddy Trial With AI Image Of Himself As Entire Jury
50 Cent will never miss an opportunity to troll Sean “Diddy” Combs. In a post on Instagram, 50 mocked up an AI image that showed
E-40 Releases Braggadocious Music Video For “Beating They Ass”
E-40 continues his reign as one of the most consistent rappers in the game. The Bay Area legend dropped his new track entitled “Beating They
Summer Walker Unveils Glamorous “Spend It” Music Video
Grammy-nominated R&B artist Summer Walker unveils her latest single and music video for “Spend It,” a sultry, unapologetic anthem that ushers in a brand-new era
Kanye West’s “Donda 2” On Traditional Streaming Platforms
Kanye West has officially released “Donda 2” on major streaming platforms for the first time after the album was only available through his Stem Player.
Don Toliver And Doja Cat Drop “Lose My Mind” Visual From “F1” Soundtrack
Following a series of cryptic teases shared over the past week, Don Toliver releases “Lose My Mind,” featuring Grammy Award-winning star Doja Cat. The revved-up
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Reunited For First Single In 20 Years
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony is officially back. The legendary Hip-Hop group has reunited all five original members including Bizzy Bone, Krayzie Bone, Layzie Bone, Wish Bone, and
Meek Mill Is Making Big Money In One Weekend In Dubai From All His Music
Meek Mill is having a good time in Dubai. The Philadelphia rapper took to X on Wednesday (April 23) to admit his surprise over how
Drake Revealed He Has A New Album In The Works
During a livestream with Adin Ross, Drake revealed that he is working on a new album and the OVO head honcho is extremely excited about
Post Malone Reveals His New Album Is On The Way
Just before taking the stage for his Coachella 2025 headlining debut, Post Malone revealed that a new album is in the works. Ahead of the
Curren$y Hits The Road And Announces “4:20” Tour Dates
After continuing the theme of their past fan favorites “Cigarette Boats”, “The Stage”, “The Marina” and “The OutRunners”, Curren$y and Harry Fraud recently returned with
Young Scooter’s Cause Of Death Revealed
Atlanta rapper Young Scooter’s cause of death has been revealed by the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s office days after he died on his 39th birthday.
Prosecutors File Motion To Revoke Young Thug’s Probation
Fulton County prosecutors have filed a motion to revoke the probation of Young Thug. Thugger – real name Jeffery Williams – ended a lengthy criminal
Lil Durk Drops Introspective Album “Deep Thoughts” From Behind Bars
Lil Durk takes fans on a journey through his mental state. Released on March 28, the incarcerated Chicago rapper shared his new album entitled “Deep Thoughts.”
Kanye West Admits To Masturbating To Iggy Azalea Pictures
Iggy Azalea will never forget the first time she ever met Kanye West. Ye has confirmed Iggy‘s account of a prior meeting where he admitted
Fivio Foreign In Prison For Months For Threatening A Woman With A Gun
Fivio Foreign has been arrested in New Jersey on various charges since January for allegedly threatening a woman with a gun. In a police report,
Kevin Gates Is Back With “I’m Him 2” Album
Kevin Gates is back with the release of “I’m Him 2,” reaffirming his position in the Hip-Hop landscape. On the trim 11-song set, the Baton
Akon Returns With Heartfelt Single “Never Really Mattered”
Akon is back with his heartfelt new single, “Never Really Mattered,” via Konvict Kulture. The track follows the viral success of “Akon’s Beautiful Day,” which
Lil Tecca Shares New Single “Dark Thoughts”
Lil Tecca has officially released his new single, “Dark Thoughts.” The track seamlessly blends introspective lyricism with an infectious beat, showcasing Tecca’s growth and versatility
Kanye West Slams Kendrick Lamar For Being On Playboi Carti’s New Album
Kanye West has publicly criticized Kendrick Lamar’s features on Playboi Carti’s anticipated new album, “I Am Music,” despite producing one of the tracks himself. Ye
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