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Funkmaster Flex Defends Claims Of Drake Being A Better Artist Than Jay-Z Against Gillie Da Kid
Funkmaster Flex is far from being Drake’s best friend, but the Hot 97 deejay is giving props to the Toronta rap star. This didn’t sit
Silento’s Publicist Asks The Public For Prayers Following Murder Charges
As Yo! Raps reported, the famous “Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae)” star has found himself in big trouble again. This time, the 23-year-old singer is being
Shinin’ Visits Sin City To Celebrate His Debut Album “The Shinin’ Show”
Emerging rapper Shinin’ has music running through his veins. His style is cinematic and colossal. He creates musical murals with his tracks. On top, the
Boosie Badazz Speaks On Mo3’s Murder
Boosie Badazz was speechless after his associate, Dallas rapper Mo3, was shot and killed on a Texas highway Wednesday (Nov. 11). The grieving rapper took
Brother Of Tee Grizzley Indicted In Federal Case 4 Months After Prison Release
The younger brother of Detroit rapper Tee Grizzley has been indicted on a federal gun charge less than a week after the duo released new
Megan Thee Stallion’s Lawyer Suggests Gunshot Residue Was Found On Tory Lanez’s Hands
The Megan Thee Stallion versus Tory Lanez saga continues to play out in front of the world. On Tuesday (Jan. 26), TMZ reported that Tory
Trey Songz In Violent Altercation With Cop At Chiefs Game
Trey Songz has been arrested after he reportedly assaulted a police officer. The popular R&B singer was involved in a physical altercation with a police
D12 Rapper Bizarre Suffers Stroke & Was Rushed To Hospital
Rapper Bizarre from the Detroit rap group D12 suffered a TIA attack – or a mild stroke – last week. He was rushed to the
Young Buck: “I’m Not Considering A G-Unit Reunion”
For those who may still be holding out hope that the original G-Unit crew will reunite anytime in the future, Young Buck is here to
Akon Signs Deal To Build A $6 Billion Cryptocurrency City In Africa
R&B superstar Akon is building a real-life Wakanda in Africa. Akon City, a “futuristic cryptocurrency themed city” founded by the music mogul, is ready to
Lil Pump Disses Juice WRLD On New Track
Lil Pump is having a hard time lately because nobody is interested in his music. Now, the Florida rapper is coming in hot with the
Twitter Roasts Meek Mill Over Lori Harvey
Over the weekend, Lori Harvey and Michael B. Jordan officially announced their love on Instagram. On Sunday (Jan. 10), Lori uploaded cosy snaps of herself
DaBaby Arrested For Possession Of Loaded Weapon
Rapper DaBaby was arrested on Thursday (Dec. 7) after Beverly Hills police said he carried a loaded gun into an upscale Rodeo Drive store. The
Nicki Minaj Pays Tracy Chapman $450,000 In Copyright Infringement Lawsuit
Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Tracy Chapman filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against Nicki Minaj in 2018. After 3 years, a judgment has been made
Shinin’ Releases His Critically Acclaimed Debut Album “The Shinin’ Show”
Finesse involves the unique ability to maneuver seamlessly around people or objects in a smooth manner. It is the refinement of performance, execution, and artisanship.
Eminem: “I Forgot How To Rap During Drug Addiction”
Eminem is currently busy promoting his newest project, “Music To Be Murdered By: Side B,” and the “Lose Yourself” rapper opened up about his previous
Will.i.Am ‘Hurt’ Black Eyed Peas Is Not Considered A Black Group
Although the Black Eyed Peas are one of the biggest urban groups ever, Will.i.am has an issue with the lack of acceptance the group has
Lil Wayne’s Sentencing Date For Federal Firearm Case Is Confirmed
In December of last year, Lil Wayne pleaded guilty to charges for his 2019 federal firearm case. This was an incident where a loaded gold-plated
Young Buck Reveals Why 50 Cent Kicked Him Out Of G-Unit
DJ Vlad sat down with former G-Unit rapper Young Buck and said that he believes this interview is one of his best yet. The Nashville
Tekashi 6ix9ine: “King Von Can Rest In P*ss”
Controversial rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine and fellow rapper Lil Durk are still heavily beefing. Unfortunately, 6ix9ine crossed the line over the holiday weekend when he decided
Lil Baby Deactivates Instagram After His Sex Tape Leaks
Following cheating allegations, it seems like Lil Baby has had enough and has signed off for the holidays. On Christmas Eve, the Atlanta rapper took
Famous Dex Has Checked Into Rehab
Popular rapper Famous Dex has reportedly checked into rehab, following a series of videos of him looking high on hard drugs, with the help of
Lil Wayne Addresses Not Being Invited To The Grammys: “Am I Not Worthy?”
Lil Wayne has been a Hip-Hop legend for quite some time, but at this point in his Rap career, he is wondering why he has
Emerging Rapper Etoc Is Sick Of Love On New Single “Next Ex”
In a crowded culture that constantly clamors for more quality content, emerging rapper Etoc stands out from the rest. As more and more people around
ATL Rapper Shinin’ Puts Final Touches On Debut Album “The Shinin’ Show”
Rising Atlanta rapper Shinin’ is making waves in the music industry with his buzzing singles “Tony Soprano” and “Vegas,” which are featured on his upcoming
Uncle Luke Reveals He Has COVID-19
Rap legend Uncle Luke, born Luther Campbell, has revealed that he has tested positive for COVID-19. The Miami rapper and producer revealed that he caught
Offset: “I Don’t Trust The COVID-19 Vaccine”
Offset reveals that he is not planning to get vaccinated for coronavirus and his reasoning all boils down to trust and fairness. As the country
Lil Wayne’s Ex-Manager Reportedly Sues Him For $20 Million
Lil Wayne is getting sued for a $20 million, at least, by one of his ex-managers, Ronald Sweeney. But the interesting caveat is that Lil
Tory Lanez: ‘Megan Thee Stallion Can’t Take D*ck’
The drama between former lovers Tory Lanez and Megan Thee Stallion just got a little more interesting. Some explicit details on what their sex life
Boosie Badazz Addresses Dallas Shooting On New Song
Controversial rapper Boosie Badazz is about to release a new single titled “Stick N The Car,” which addresses the incident in Dallas last month where
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