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Philly Rapper Husky Shares “Grinding All My Life” Visual

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Philadelphia-based rapper Husky is back with a new offering from his coveted freestyle series. “Grinding All My Life” finds the weight room soldier imparting wisdom

NEWS

Cordae To Embark On “The Crossroads Tour” In 2025

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Cordae will embark on “The Crossroads Tour” in 2025. The 23-city trek kicks off on Wednesday (February 5) at Ace of Spades in Sacramento, CA,

NEWS

Dame Dash Says Drake “Disappeared” After Offering $6 Million For Roc-A-Fella

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Dame Dash claims that Drake at one point interested in purchasing his Roc-A-Fella shares, offered $6 million but “disappeared.” In a recent video clip uploaded

BIRTHDAYS

Happy Birthday Future

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Happy Birthday to Future, who turns 41 today. He was born on November 20, 1983 in Atlanta, GA.

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Happy Birthday Tyga

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Happy Birthday to Tyga, who turns 35 today. He was born on November 19, 1989 in Compton, CA.

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Kash Doll Unveils Sophomore Album “The Last Doll”

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Detroit powerhouse Kash Doll celebrates ten years in the game by releasing her sophomore album, “The Last Doll,” via MNRK Music Group. This milestone project

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Eminem Shares Street Fighter-Themed “Fuel” Video With J.I.D

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Eminem teamed up with Atlanta rapper J.I.D to deliver the Street Fighter-themed “Fuel” lyric video. Produced by Mr. Porter, the animated visual follows both artists

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Happy Birthday Mike Jones

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Happy Birthday to Mike Jones, who turns 43 today. He was born on November 18, 1981 in Houston, TX.

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Happy Birthday Fabolous

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Happy Birthday to Fabolous, who turns 47 today. He was born on November 18, 1977 in Brooklyn, NY.

KNOWLEDGE DROP

LL Cool J – “Radio”

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39 years ago today, LL Cool J released his platinum debut studio album, “Radio,” on November 18, 1985 via Def Jam Recordings and Columbia Records.

NEWS RELEASES

Juice WRLD Posthumously Drops “All Girls Are The Same 2” With Nicki Minaj

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Juice WRLD and Nicki Minaj have reunited for “All Girls Are the Same 2 (Insecure),” the sequel to the late rapper’s debut single. Nicki has

R.I.P.

R.I.P. Young Dolph

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3 years ago today, the Hip-Hop world lost Young Dolph on November 17, 2021. The popular Tennessee rapper was fatally shot in Memphis while visiting

INDIES NEWS VIDEOS

Aspiring New Jersey Rapper Brandin Tyrik Is Poised To Become Hip-Hop’s New Superstar

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Rising New Jersey rapper Brandin Tyrik aka The Light is making waves in the music industry with his unique sound and charismatic persona. At first

KNOWLEDGE DROP

Dr. Dre – “The Chronic 2001”

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25 years ago today, Dr. Dre released his second studio album, “2001,” on November 16, 1999 via Aftermath Entertainment and Interscope Records as the follow-up to

INDIES NEWS VIDEOS

Buddah Baby Heats Up The Streets With “Can’t Stop” Music Video

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Buddah Baby aka The DMV Reppa, the rising Hip-Hop artist from Washington D.C., is making waves with his distinctive sound, sharp lyricism, and an undeniable

KNOWLEDGE DROP

Drake – “Take Care”

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13 years ago today, Drake dropped his sophomore album, “Take Care,” on November 15, 2011. The album features guest appearances from The Weeknd, Rihanna, Kendrick

R.I.P.

R.I.P. Lil Peep

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7 years ago today, Lil Peep died on his tour bus before a scheduled performance in Tucson on November 15, 2017. The examiner’s office, which

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Happy Birthday Ol’ Dirty Bastard

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Happy Birthday to Ol’ Dirty Bastard, who would have turned 56 today. He was born on November 15, 1968 in New York City, NY. R.I.P.

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Happy Birthday B.o.B

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Happy Birthday to B.o.B, who turns 36 today. He was born on November 15, 1988 in Winston-Salem, NC.

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Happy Birthday E-40

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Happy Birthday to E-40, who turns 57 today. He was born on November 15, 1967 in Vallejo, CA.

NEWS

Meek Mill Distancing Himself From Diddy: “Don’t Ever Disrespect Me”

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Meek Mill is distancing himself from jailed-friend Diddy amid the mogul’s sexual assault and trafficking case. On Wednesday (November 13), a video post of someone

NEWS

Doja Cat Hints New Album With Mysterious Tracklist

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It seems that a new Doja Cat album is on the way. The controversial female artist took to X on Monday evening (November 11) to

NEWS

Metro Boomin Teases New Young Thug Music

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Young Thug is ready for a comeback. Hit producer Metro Boomin has been anticipating Thugger‘s release from jail. The St. Louis hitmaker posted a picture

NEWS

Here Are The 2025 Grammy Award Nominations

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The Recording Academy is proud to present the 2025 Grammy nominees, honoring both artistic and technical skill of the highest degree in music. Leading the

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Happy Birthday Warren G

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Happy Birthday to Warren G, who turns 54 today. He was born on November 10, 1970 in LongBeach, CA.

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Happy Birthday Big Pun

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Happy Birthday to Big Pun, who would have turned 53 today. He was born on November 10, 1971 in Bronx, NY. R.I.P.

NEWS RELEASES

Z-Ro Drops Smooth New Single “No Ice”

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Houston rapper Z-Ro drops his anticipated new single, “No Ice,” produced by Iceman Chamberlain, laced with bluesy guitar sounds that bring out a melodic, soulful

NEWS VIDEOS

Consequence Taps Chuck D For “What Has America Done” Music Video

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After joining A Tribe Called Quest at their induction into the Rock N Roll Hall Of Fame, Consequence releases a new single, “What Has America

BIRTHDAYS

Happy Birthday Scarface

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Happy Birthday to Scarface, who turns 54 today. He was born on November 9, 1970 in Houston, TX.

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Happy Birthday French Montana

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Happy Birthday to French Montana, who turns 40 today. He was born on November 9, 1984 in Rabat, Morocco.