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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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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
Burna Boy Lives His Best Life In “Bundle By Bundle” Visual
Burna Boy brings the effervescent spirit of Detty December to life in the “Bundle By Bundle” music video. Filmed in Lagos, Nigeria and directed by
Drake Defeats Kendrick Lamar Twice At 2024 Billboard Awards
Drake and Kendrick Lamar were going head-to-head in several categories at the 2024 Billboard Music Awards. And Drizzy was the big winner. Drake has been
YoungBoy Never Broke Again Gets 23-Month Prison Sentence
YoungBoy Never Broke Again has been sentenced to 23 months in prison for felony gun possession in Utah. He was sentenced on Tuesday (December 10).
Lil Baby To Release New Album Early 2025, Drops Music Video “Touchdown”
Lil Baby’s upcoming album, “Wham,” is set to drop on January 3, 2025. The Atlanta rapper announced the release date after his sold-out birthday show
Lil Durk’s Lawyers Slam Prosecutors For Using Rap Lyrics As Evidence
The legal team behind Lil Durk, real name Durk Banks, argues that prosecutors’ attempt to use his lyrics as evidence shows they have no real
Tyla Throws A Carnival Party In “Shake Ah” Music Video
Tyla continues her record-breaking 2024 streak with the release of the music video for “Shake Ah.” The South Africa artist takes it to Brazil in
Snoop Dogg Responds To 500lbs Rapper Dave Blunts Calling Him Out
Snoop Dogg has playfully responded to viral rapper Dave Blunts, who called him out at Juice WRLD‘s tribute concert. During the performance, the 500lbs artist
Juice WRLD’s Final Studio Album “The Party Never Ends” Dropped
Five years after his death, Juice WRLD‘s awaited final posthumous album has been released. Entitled “The Party Never Ends,” the late rapper’s fifth studio album
Kendrick Lamar’s “GNX” Projected To Debut At #1
Kendrick Lamar is looking to open at #1 on next week’s Billboard 200 with his brand new album “GNX.” Hits Daily Double delivered first-week projections
Drake Confirms Australian Tour In 2025
Drake has officially confirmed his return to Australia for the “Anita Max Wynn Tour,” marking his first visit to the country in eight years. The
Juice WRLD’s Final Album Has A Release Date
Juice WRLD fans, the wait is almost over. More information surrounding the Chicago rapper’s fifth and final album has surfaced. The late artist’s estate has
ScHoolboy Q Announces “Blue Lips Got New Songs” Tour
ScHoolboy Q is getting on the road in 2025. The German-born rapper is gearing up to bring ‘Blue Lips’ around the world to perform both
Kanye West Will Produce Playboi Carti’s “I Am Music”
Playboi Carti has officially confirmed that Kanye West will be producing his album, “I Am Music.” During a recent Las Vegas performance, Carti said that
Post Malone Announces His Biggest Headlining Tour Yet Featuring Jelly Roll
Post Malone is heading out on a major stadium tour next year and he is bringing some special guests along the way. Set to kick
Quando Rondo Shares Third Studio Album “Here For A Reason”
Multiplatinum Hip-Hop luminary Quando Rondo proudly presents his anticipated third studio album, “Here For A Reason.” Alongside the album, the Georgia rapper reveals the official
J. Cole Drops Debut Mixtape “The Come Up” To Streaming Services
J. Cole surprised Hip-Hop fans with the release of his debut mixtape entitled “The Come Up” hitting streaming services for the first time. Hosted by
Ice Cube Reveals Why Dr. Dre Did Not Produce On His Debut Album
Ice Cube revealed that he wanted Dr. Dre to produce his debut album, “AmeriKKKa’s Most Wanted,” but Eazy-E stopped it from happening The Los Angeles
Plies Sues Megan Thee Stallion, Cardi B And GloRilla
Plies has filed a lawsuit alleging that Megan Thee Stallion and GloRilla jacked one of his songs for their hit collaboration, “Wanna Be,” which has
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