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Mac Dee is the CEO and Editor In Chief for Yo! Raps, where he oversees the magazine’s daily editorial content and manages its dynamic team of editors, reporters, and writers. A lifelong purveyor of urban culture, his passion for documenting stories has led to a career in journalism that spans over a decade and resulted in launching Yo! Raps in 2006. Outside of writing about entertainment and reporting the latest news in Hip-Hop, he enjoys a good movie paired with good food, and spending time with family and friends.
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Drake Sets New Hip-Hop Streaming Record On Spotify
Though his upcoming album “ICEMAN” has yet to be released, it’s evident that Drake’s music remains a powerhouse, with or without new material. Having ruled
Happy Birthday Timbaland
Happy Birthday to Timbaland, who turns 54 today. He was born on March 10, 1972 in Norfolk, VA.
Happy Birthday Bad Bunny
Happy Birthday to Bad Bunny, who turns 32 today. He was born on March 10, 1994 in Vega Baja, PR.
BigXthaPlug And 600 Entertainment Are Turning Heads With “6WA”
BigXthaPlug and 600 Entertainment are turning heads in Texas with their latest offering, “6WA”. The rising rapper, who had an explosive year thanks to his
Happy Birthday Bow Wow
Happy Birthday to Bow Wow, who turns 39 today. He was born on March 9, 1987 in Columbus, OH.
Diddy Might Be Named As Star Witness In 2Pac Murder Trial
Diddy might serve as a vital witness in the upcoming trial related to the murder of rap legend 2Pac, potentially playing a key role in
Happy Birthday Tyler The Creator
Happy Birthday to Tyler The Creator, who turns 35 today. He was born on March 6, 1991 in Hawthorne, CA.
DJ Quik’s Son Sentenced To 15 years To Life For Deadly Shooting
DJ Quik‘s son, David Marvin Blake Jr., has been sentenced to a significant prison term for his involvement in the 2022 fatal shooting of Julio
Happy Birthday Papoose
Happy Birthday to Papoose, who turns 48 today. He was born on March 5, 1978 in New York City, NY.
Ice Spice Opens Up About Depression-Related Weight Loss
Ice Spice has shared her struggles with depression, revealing that it significantly impacted her weight in 2024. Addressing speculation on social media that she used
Tory Lanez’s Appeal To Review His Shooting Conviction Was Rejected
The California Supreme Court has rejected Tory Lanez‘s bid to overturn his shooting conviction, leaving the verdict intact. The court denied Lanez’s petition to review
Wu-Tang Clan Honors Co-Founder Oliver “Power” Grant
Last week, the Wu-Tang Clan shared a heartfelt statement mourning the loss of their longtime collaborator Oliver “Power” Grant. Grant held a significant role within
Wu-Tang Clan And Lauryn Hill Nominated For Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Wu-Tang Clan and Lauryn Hill have earned nominations for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The iconic Staten Island rap collective and the celebrated
Happy Birthday Method Man
Happy Birthday to Method Man, who turns 55 today. He was born on March 2, 1971 in Long Island, NY.
The Cause Of Death For Lil Jon’s Son Has Been Disclosed
The cause of death for Nathan Smith, son of Lil Jon, has been officially disclosed. The 27-year-old passed away in February, and the Fulton County
Bruno Mars Makes A Comeback With His New Album “The Romantic”
Bruno Mars makes a striking return to the solo music scene with his fourth studio album, “The Romantic”. This new project comes ten years after
Juvenile And Megan Thee Stallion Release New Single “B.B.B.”
After going viral and to the top of the streaming charts with the original incarnation of “B.B.B.,” the internet has spoken its will into existence,
Happy Birthday Yeat
Happy Birthday to Yeat, who turns 26 today. He was born on February 26, 2000 in Irvine, CA.
Lil Durk’s Murder-For- Hire Trial Postponed Again
Lil Durk‘s trial has been delayed once more, now scheduled to begin on August 25, 2026. During a pretrial hearing held Monday (February 23) in
T.I. Escalates 50 Cent Beef With Hard-Hitting New Diss Track
T.I. intensifies his feud with 50 Cent, releasing a brutal new diss track. Building on the tension between the two, T.I. has dropped a second
Baby Keem Drops Music Video For “Birds & The Bees”
Baby Keem has dropped the music video for “Birds & The Bees”, featuring Lara Raj from KATSEYE. The release marks the first visual offering from
Lil Poppa’s Cause Of Death Ruled A Suicide
The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office has ruled Lil Poppa’s death as a suicide resulting from a gunshot wound to the head. The autopsy was
Baby Keem Wins Big With New Album “Ca$ino”
Baby Keem shines with his latest release, “Ca$ino”, marking a triumphant return after a five-year hiatus since 2021’s “The Melodic Blue”. This sophomore effort reinforces
T.R.U.B. Shares Introspective And Inspiring “No Plays” Music Video
Trailblazing Memphis rapper T.R.U.B. continues to cement his place as one of the most dependable and exciting names in the Hip-Hop scene. With his newest
Happy Birthday Rihanna
Happy Birthday to Rihanna, who turns 38 today. She was born on February 20, 1988 in St. Michael, Barbados.
R.I.P. Pop Smoke
6 years ago today, the Hip-Hop world lost fast rising rapper Pop Smoke at age 20. The New York artist was shot and killed in
Gunna Reportedly Set To Release A New Netflix Documentary
Gunna is reportedly gearing up to release a new documentary on Netflix, titled “The Last Wun”. Although details about the project remain scarce, an image
NBA YoungBoy Denies Talking To Someone Else’s Girlfriend
NBA YoungBoy has addressed recent rumors claiming he uses a burner account to contact other men’s girlfriends, categorically denying the allegations. The rapper took to
ILoveMemphis Arrested Following Alleged Home Burglaries In Florida
Rapper ILoveMemphis has been arrested for the second time within a week, facing accusations of burglary and causing a disturbance in a South Florida neighborhood.
Florida Rapper Lil Poppa Passed Away At Age 25
Florida rapper Lil Poppa has passed away at the age of 25, as confirmed by the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office on February 18. The
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