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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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Lil Durk Found Not Guilty On All Charges In Murder-For-Hire Trial
After just over two weeks, the trial of Chicago rapper Lil Durk for murder-for-hire charges has ended with a verdict of not guilty on all
Happy Birthday 2 Chainz
Happy Birthday to 2 Chainz, who turns 49 today. He was born on September 12, 1977 in College Park, GA.
Rick Ross Highlights The Game’s Low First-Week Sales
Rick Ross has responded to criticism regarding his latest album’s initial sales by highlighting that The Game’s new release, despite featuring major artists like Ye
Eminem Recalls Writing His First Rap As A Kid Because Of LL Cool J
Eminem reflects on crafting his first rap during childhood, driven by his admiration for LL Cool J. In a conversation with D-Stroy and Paul Rosenberg
Happy Birthday Ludacris
Happy Birthday to Ludacris, who turns 49 today. He was born on September 11, 1977 in Champaign, IL.
Keefe D Discusses Tupac’s Family And Diddy After Conviction
For years, Duane “Keefe D” Davis has been vocal about his involvement in Tupac Shakur’s murder, despite not being the one who fired the fatal
Daemoniumleo Sparks Buzz With Blunt-Smoking Habits
Emerging from the woods of the Texas Hill Country, up-n-coming rapper Daemoniumleo has made a name for himself as an out of the box artist,
Future Drops His Classic Mixtapes On Streaming Services
Future has solidified his status as a legendary figure, boasting a discography that few artists can rival. Although some fans were disappointed with his recent
King Von’s Son’s Mother Calls OTF Vonnie A “Liar And Thief”
Shekema “Queen Kema” Springfield, the mother of King Von‘s son, accused OTF Vonnie of being deceitful and fraudulent during her testimony at Lil Durk’s murder-for-hire
Happy Birthday Wiz Khalifa
Happy Birthday to Wiz Khalifa, who turns 39 today. He was born on September 8, 1987 in Minot, ND.
Kewon White Breaks Silence Following Mo3 Murder Conviction
Years after the tragic loss of Dallas rapper Mo3, justice has been served as the singer’s family finds closure. A jury recently found Kewon White
Happy Birthday Eazy-E
Happy Birthday to Eazy-E, who would have turned 62 today. He was born on September 7, 1964 in Compton, CA.
Kewon White Sentenced To Life For Mo3’s Murder
Nearly six years after Dallas rapper Mo3, born Melvin Noble, was tragically shot on Interstate 35E in his hometown, the legal proceedings are nearing conclusion.
R.I.P. Mac Miller
8 years ago today, the music industry mourned over the passing of Mac Miller at the age of 26. Miller rose to fame after topping
Lil Durk Declines To Testify In Murder-For-Hire Case
Lil Durk has chosen not to testify in his ongoing murder-for-hire trial. According to journalist Michael Blackshire’s report on September 3, the defense concluded their
Happy Birthday Famous Dex
Happy Birthday to Famous Dex, who turns 33 today. He was born on September 6, 1993 in Chicago, IL.
Happy Birthday Foxy Brown
Happy Birthday to Foxy Brown, who turns 48 today. She was born on September 6, 1978 in Brooklyn, NY.
R.I.P. Rich Homie Quan
2 years ago today, the music industry mourned over the passing of Rich Homie Quan at the age of 34. Quan was one of the
Happy Birthday Beyoncé
Happy Birthday to Beyoncé, who turns 45 today. She was born on September 4, 1981 in Houston, TX.
Detective Testifies Yella Beezy Paid To Have Mo3 Killed
In the ongoing trial of Kewon White, accused of murdering Mo3, a Dallas detective has implicated Yella Beezy as having financed the 2020 killing. On
Diddy’s Prison Release Date Moves Closer To 2027
Diddy‘s potential release from prison is now projected for February 5, 2028, as confirmed recently by the Federal Bureau of Prisons. This new date comes
Kanye West Announces Trio Of Major U.S. Stadium Concerts
Ye has been captivating audiences globally with exclusive performances throughout 2026, and he’s now added three U.S. stadium shows to his lineup before the year’s
Happy Birthday B.G.
Happy Birthday to B.G., who turns 46 today. He was born on September 3, 1980 in New Orleans, LA.
Happy Birthday Rich Boy
Happy Birthday to Rich Boy, who turns 43 today. He was born on September 2, 1983 in Mobile, AL.
Keefe D Seeks Appeal For Tupac Shakur Murder Conviction
Duane ‘Keefe D’ Davis is pursuing an appeal against his conviction for the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur. On August 31, a jury in Clark
Doja Cat Reveals Personal Struggles With Cocaine And Alcohol
Doja Cat candidly discussed her experiences with cocaine use and her battles with self-hatred and image issues during her upbringing. In a stream-of-consciousness chat on
The415Fortune Drops Two New Singles Ahead Of “SELAH” Album Launch
The415Fortune brings a refreshing vibe to the overcrowded urban music scene, revitalizing the spirit of Hip-Hop in a uniquely captivating manner. His music is characterized
Keefe D Found Guilty Of First-Degree Murder In Tupac Shakur’s Death
Duane “Keefe D” Davis has been found guilty of involvement in the murder of Tupac Shakur, nearly three decades after the rapper’s untimely death in
Ty Dolla $ign Says “Vultures 3” With Kanye West Is Still Alive
Ty Dolla $ign hints that “Vultures 3” with Kanye West may still be in the works. In 2024, Ty Dolla $ign and Kanye West released
Happy Birthday Joe Budden
Happy Birthday to Joe Budden , who turns 46 today. He was born on August 31, 1980 in Harlem, NY.
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