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Jay Spitty is a multimedia journalist and a senior author for Yo! Raps. Sometime after college, he took up freelancing to chase his dream of one day writing for the music publications. His interests include (but aren't limited to) Hip-Hop, Rhythm and Blues, and Soul. He loves the NBA and is a longtime Chicago Bulls fan. During the days that he isn’t writing about music, he can be found reading books, playing his PS5, collecting vinyl records, or updating his sneaker collection.
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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
4Batz Shares “Mortal Kombat” Visual
On the verge of a major mainstream breakthrough, Dallas-based R&B phenomenon 4Batz serves up an epic new single and music video entitled “Mortal Kombat.” This
Tory Lanez Thanks Chris Brown For Supporting Him Financially In Prison
Tory Lanez and Chris Brown‘s support for one another is still going strong. The incarcerated rapper has revealed that Breezy has financially supported him while
50 Cent Trolls Jim Jones And Floyd Mayweather With “Rocky III” Clip
50 Cent is at it again. The G-Unit head honcho is up to his trolling ways, this time involving Jim Jones and Floyd Mayweather. The
Kanye West Says He “Loves Drake,” Wants Him To Speak At His Funeral
Kanye West made an unexpected statement about Drake, revealing he wants the Canadian rapper to speak at his funeral. Ye reflected on seeing a video
Playboi Carti Teases Upcoming Album “I Am Music”
It looks like that Playboi Carti is finally ready to drop his long awaited solo album “I Am Music.” In a series of social media
The Notorious B.I.G. Catalog Sale In The Works
The Notorious B.I.G.‘s publishing and publicity rights are reportedly close to being sold for the asking price of $100 million to $150 million to Primary
Lizzo Shares Music Video For Comeback Single “Love In Real Life”
Lizzo returns with a brand new song, the first of many, entitled “Love In Real Life” via Nice Life Recording Company/Atlantic Records. The Detroit singer
Tyga Pays Tribute To His Mom, Who Died At Age 53
Tyga is paying tribute to his late mother, Pasionaye Nguye, who died on January 18 at the age of 53. Taking to his Instagram page
Dave East And Ransom Drop “The Final Call” Ft. Method Man And Jay Electronica
Two weeks after Dave East and Ransom announced they would be dropping a new collaboration project together, the Eastcoast duo have officially released their collaborative
Drake’s Joint Album “$ome $exy $ongs 4 U” Projected To Debut At #1
Drake and PartyNextDoor are looking to debut at #1 on the Billboard 200 charts with their joint album entitled “$ome $exy $ongs 4 U.” As
Drake And PartyNextDoor Dropped “$ome $exy $ongs 4 U”
This Valentine’s Day, Drake and PartyNextDoor dropped their long-awaited collabo album, “$ome $exy $ongs 4 U.” The anticipated 21-track project, spanning 74 minutes, is a
DMX’s Ex-Wife Claims The Late Rapper Could’ve Been A Billionaire
DMX’s ex-wife, Tashera Simmons, is opening up about the billions the late rapper missed out due to unfortunate business decisions. Sitting down with Carlos King
Ye Talks “Bully” Release Date And Drake Vs. Kendrick Lamar Feud
Ye announced the upcoming release date of his anticipated new album, “Bully.” In an interview with Justin Laboy at his Grammy afterparty, Kanye announced that
The Weeknd’s “Hurry Up Tomorrow” Billboard 200 Projections
The Weeknd is expected to debut at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart with his latest album entitled “Hurry Up Tomorrow.” Hits Daily Double is
The Weeknd Unveils Cinematic “Open Hearts” Visual
The Weeknd has unveiled the cinematic music video for “Open Hearts.” The visual shows the Canadian superstar being rushed somewhere in an ambulance before arriving
The Weeknd Drops New Album “Hurry Up Tomorrow”
The Weeknd is closing another chapter with his brand new album “Hurry Up Tomorrow.” The XO artist released the LP today (January 31), just a
OhGeesy Announces New Album “Paid N Full”
OhGeesy has announced his new album entitled “Paid N Full” The multi-platinum Los Angeles rapper‘s fourth studio album is on the way but the news
DJ Unk Dies At Age 43
Atlanta artist DJ Unk, known for his smash hit “Walk It Out” and “2 Step,” died at the age of 43. Several family members and
Soulja Boy Attacks Drake: “Stay In Canada”
Soulja Boy isn’t letting up on Drake. The Chicago rapper has taken aim at Drizzle in a new video posted to social media, telling him
Lil Baby Confirms Collabo Album With Young Thug And Future
Lil Baby is showing no signs of slowing down. The buzzing Atlanta rapper recently dropped the deluxe version of his fourth solo album, “WHAM,” and
Eminem Condemns Leak Of Nearly 30 Unreleased Songs
Eminem‘s team has condemned that a large number of unreleased songs from the Detroit rapper have been leaked. Nearly 30 unreleased tracks from the Rap
Lil Yachty Shares “Lunch Break Freestyle” For Lyrical Lemonade
Lil Yachty has just stopped by at the Lyrical Lemonade office in Chicago to contribute to their “Lunch Break Freestyle” series. Marking the second installation
Sexyy Red Praises Doctor After Breast Surgery: “I’m Back Double D’d Up”
Sexyy Red says she’s “back double D’d up.” The St. Louis raptress kicked off 2025 going under the knife for a successful breast augmentation. Red
Da Band Rapper Chopper Recalls Diddy Threatening Freddy P’s Life
Da Band rapper Chopper recently talked about the situation where Diddy threatened fellow member Freddy P when they were filming “Making The Band.” In a
Lil Baby Continues Attacking Gunna By Calling Him A “Rat”
Fans are convinced that Lil Baby took a jab at his former collaborator Gunna in a new song. The Atlanta rapper seemingly alludes to Gunna
Gunna Goes Global In Music Video “Got Damn”
Gunna has shared a new music video for his recent single, “Got Damn.” As the Georgia rapper said in the “Got Damn” chorus, “I don’t
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