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Roddy Ricch Pulls Up With Music Video For New Single “Aston Martin Truck”
Roddy Ricch kicked off his birthday weekend with the release of new music. A day before turning 24, the Diamond-certified rapper has shared his latest
Lil Uzi Vert Drops New Single “Just Wanna Rock”
In preparation for his long-awaited “The Pink Tape” album, Grammy nominated rapper Lil Uzi Vert surprised his fans with the release of his brand new
A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Taps Roddy Ricch For New Single “B.R.O.”
A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie is back with new music. The multi-platinum, chart-topping artist returns with his new single “B.R.O. (Better Ride Out)” featuring Roddy
Burna Boy Unleashes Music Video For “It’s Plenty”
Grammy Award-winning global superstar Burna Boy releases the official music video for hit single “It’s Plenty” off his sixth studio album “Love, Damini.” Produced by
Cardi B Opens Up About Her Appearance Change: “Everything Is Swollen”
Cardi B looks a lot different and her fans have noticed her recent change wondering if she’s had work done to her face. The Bronx
PnB Rock’s Streams Spike Over 652% Following Rapper’s Tragic Death
Popular artist PnB Rock – real name Rakim Hasheem Allen – was shot and killed in Los Angeles on September 12 and it seems that
Memphis Rapper Big Scarr Announces First Headline Tour
Chart-topping Memphis rapper Big Scarr has announced his first ever headline tour titled “Big Grim Reaper Tour.” The US run kicks off November 7th in
Future Sells Publishing Catalog to Investment Firm
Future has sold the publishing rights to his recorded output from 2004 – 2020 to the investment firm Influence Media Partners, and is walking away
New Texas Rap Duo A-Blocc Bleedaz Shine With Hard Hitting Song “PTSD”
Dallas, Texas based Hip-Hop artists Jake Bailey and fellow rapper SIR COG joined forces to form the dynamic Rap duo A-Blocc Bleedaz. The southern tag
Cam’ron & A-Trak Drop New Single “Ghetto Prophets” ft. Conway the Machine
Building up to their highly-anticipated forthcoming collaborative project “U Wasn’t There,” superstar DJ and producer A-Trak and New York rap icon Cam’ron share the album’s
Sevyn Streeter Drops Seductive Music Video “23”
Leaving her fans with one more bop before closing out the summer, award-winning singer and songwriter Sevyn Streeter’s new single and video for “23.” Produced
DJ Khaled Celebrates 4th No. 1 Album On Billboard 200 With “God Did”
DJ Khaled has done it again! The Miami-based hitmaker lands his fourth #1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart as his new project “God Did”
Veteran Atlanta Rapper Khujo Goodie Got “Bills” To Pay
Veteran Georgia rapper Khujo Goodie has been a part of the Atlanta Hip-Hop scene since day one. He cut his teeth with the legendary Goodie
Rising Texas Rapper SIR COG Strikes With New Single “The Big Bring In”
Aspiring Dallas rapper SIR COG possesses a complete package of artistry. His charismatic personality exudes swagger and he has gained the respect of Rap fans
Quando Rondo Teams Up With Young Boy Never Broke Again For Heartfelt Single “Give Me A Sign”
Multi-platinum rapper Quando Rondo is continuing his landmark year with the release of his latest rousing single, “Give Me A Sign,” featuring Young Boy Never
2022 MTV Video Music Awards: See The Full Winners List
The 2022 MTV Video Music Awards were presented on Sunday night (August 28) at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, honoring the best artists
Silk Sonic’s Debut Album “An Evening With Silk Sonic” Earns RIAA Platinum Certification
With the success of their debut album, “An Evening With Silk Sonic,” the superstar duo claims a platinum certification. This comes after having swept the
Tank Releases 10th & Final Studio Album “R&B Money”
Grammy Award winning singer Tank released his highly anticipated 10th and final studio album “R&B Money” via his label R&B Money/Atlantic Records. The album also
Lizzo Is Ready “2 Be Loved” In New Music Video
After an interrupted wedding in the music video for Lizzo’s 7x Platinum “Truth Hurts,” the Grammy Award-winning artist is giving love another chance in her
Cordae Returns With “Unacceptable” EP
Cordae only dropped his second studio album “From a Birds Eye View” earlier this year, but the 24-year-old rapper is already back with two new
Gucci Mane Signee BigWalkDog Drops “Skywalka” Music Video
Towering over any room at 6’8”, Mississippi-raised rapper BigWalkDog bares his teeth with commanding bars and knockout hooks that prove impossible to shake. After posting
21 Savage Defends Violent Rap Lyrics
21 Savage is calling for Atlanta to stop the gun violence and says that his songs aren’t instructions on how to live life. The London-born
Aspiring Rapper Karizma Unveils New Music Video “Big Memphis”
Hailing from Memphis, emerging rapper Karizma is a driven, passionate and charismatic artist with a unique approach to his blend of Hip-Hop. His music is
Lil Durk Hit In The Face With Onstage Explosive
Lil Durk suffered injuries while mid-set at the annual Lollapalooza festival in Chicago on Saturday (July 30). In a video of the accident, the platinum-selling
Maliibu Miitch Returns With “Slide Remix” Featuzring K-Pop Star Jay Park
New York meets Korea with the release of Bronx rapper Maliibu Miitch’s “Slide Remix,” featuring Billboard chart-topping K-Pop star Jay Park. Produced by Zukye “Ardella”
Lizzo Tops The Hot 100 With “About Damn Time”
Grammy Award-winning artist Lizzo is celebrating her second Billboard Hot 100 #1 and fourth top 10 with the ascension of her worldwide smash “About Damn
Blueface Releases New Music Video “One Time”
Platinum rapper Blueface releases a new music video for his infectious track “One Time,” produced by Trey X Versaucy. The video for “One Time” was
Lil Uzi Vert Drops Four New Songs To Complete “Red & White” EP
Ahead of the forthcoming album, “P!NK,” Lil Uzi Vert releases the prelude with his “Red & White” EP. The Grammy nominated rapper released four new
K. Michelle Takes Over #1 Spot With “Scooch”
It’s two-step time, especially for R&B star K. Michelle as her new hit single “Scooch” takes over the #1 spot on both the Billboard and
Lizzo Drops New Album “Special”
Grammy Award-winning artist Lizzo has officially announced the release of her highly-anticipated new album, “Special,” available everywhere now via Nice Life Recording Company/Atlantic Records. Produced
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