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Ice Spice Reveals Advice She Got From Taylor Swift
Ice Spice reflects on the invaluable guidance she received from Taylor Swift, who played a pivotal role in her career by inviting her to collaborate
Happy Birthday Ludacris
Happy Birthday to Ludacris, who turns 48 today. He was born on September 11, 1977 in Champaign, IL.
Keefe D Claims Diddy Placed A Bounty On 2Pac
Keefe D has alleged that Diddy once offered a $1 million bounty for 2Pac, a revelation that has resurfaced through police interview documents. As Keefe
Preddy Boy P Talks The Streets On “Blood In Blood Out”
Charismatic California-based rapper Preddy Boy P shares his blazing new music video to his street anthem titled “Blood In Blood Out,” published through independent record
Mobb Deep’s Havoc Reveals Origin Of 2Pac’s “Hit Em Up” Diss Track
Havoc has opened up about the origins of 2Pac’s disses directed at Mobb Deep on the iconic track “Hit Em Up.” During his appearance on
Happy Birthday Slim Thug
Happy Birthday to Slim Thug, who turns 45 today. He was born on September 8, 1980 in Houston, TX.
Happy Birthday Wiz Khalifa
Happy Birthday to Wiz Khalifa, who turns 38 today. He was born on September 8, 1987 in Minot, ND.
Ice Cube Unveils Powerful New Visual “Before Hip Hop”
Ice Cube is back with the first single and video from his upcoming album “Man Up”, due for release on September 12. The new track,
Don Toliver Shares New Music Video “Tiramisu”
Don Toliver shares his new single “Tiramisu,” a smooth, genre-blending track that showcases the Houston native’s signature sound. This time, he joins forces with Texas
Happy Birthday Eazy-E
Happy Birthday to Eazy-E, who would have turned 61 today. He was born on September 7, 1964 in Compton, CA
R.I.P. Mac Miller
7 years ago, the then 26-year-old rapper Mac Miller died from an accidental drug overdose of cocaine, fentanyl, and alcohol at his home. May he
Cardi B Calls Out Female Rappers
Cardi B has expressed frustration with the constant feuding among female rappers. In an interview with Billboard, the artist behind “WAP” shared her perspective on
Happy Birthday Beyoncé
Happy Birthday to Beyoncé, who turns 44 today. She was born on September 4, 1981 in Houston, TX.
Naughty By Nature – “Naughty By Nature”
24 years ago today, Naughty By Nature released their second album titled “Naughty By Nature” on September 3, 1991 via Tommy Boy Records. It was
Fat Joe Declares Himself “Realest Rapper Ever” Besides 2Pac
Aside from 2Pac, Fat Joe views himself as the most authentic rapper in history. This bold claim was made during an episode of the “Joe
NBA YoungBoy Commits Funds To Support Efforts Against Violent Crime
NBA YoungBoy has made a notable commitment by donating $50,000 to support efforts aimed at curbing violent crime in the Dallas area. The contribution has
Young Thug Spent $50,000 On Streams To Boost Gunna’s “DS4EVER” Album
Young Thug has reportedly claimed that he spent $50,000 to boost streams for Gunna’s “DS4EVER” album, ensuring it debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200
Glasses Malone Trolls Drake In Latest Music Video “Wanted”
Glasses Malone makes waves with his provocative new music video “Wanted”, tackling what he considers a dire cultural crossroads in Hip-Hop. The Westcoast rapper’s latest
Happy Birthday Joe Budden
Happy Birthday to Joe Budden, who turns 45 today. He was born on August 31, 1980 in Harlem, NY.
Happy Birthday BossMan Dlow
Happy Birthday to BossMan Dlow , who turns 27 today. He was born on August 31, 1998 in Tallahassee, FL.
Mariah Carey Says She Wishes She Dated 2Pac
Mariah Carey has opened up about wishing she had dated Tupac Shakur after their brief encounter in the mid-1990s. Reflecting on the experience during an
Kid Cudi Opens Up About Overcoming Marijuana Addiction
Kid Cudi has revealed how marijuana once had an overwhelming hold on his life before he sought help through rehab. In an interview with People,
Offset Declares He’s Finished With Marriage Following Split From Cardi B
Offset has made it clear he has no plans to revisit the idea of marriage after his split from Cardi B. The Migos rapper, fresh
Happy Birthday Rod Wave
Happy Birthday to Rod Wave, who turns 27 today. He was born on August 27, 1998 in St. Petersburg, FL.
Happy Birthday Mase
Happy Birthday to Mase, who turns 50 today. He was born on August 27, 1975 in Jacksonville, FL.
Drake Showcases 2Pac’s Iconic Death Row Records Chain From 1996
Drake continues to demonstrate his admiration for 2Pac, and it seems the Toronto rapper may have added another historic piece to his collection — a
Playboi Carti Announces Headlining “Antagonist 2.0” Tour
Although the original “Antagonist Tour” was announced but never came to fruition, Playboi Carti is now gearing up for the “Antagonist 2.0” tour. This new
T.R.U.B. Delivers Blazing Performance Of His New Single “Chimera”
Buzzing Memphis rapper T.R.U.B. teamed up with the influential music platform Block Work TV, delivering a blazing performance of his brand new single “Chimera.” T.R.U.B.’s
Happy Birthday Lil Tecca
Happy Birthday to Lil Tecca, who turns 23 today. He was born on August 26, 2002 in Queens, NY.
Happy Birthday Cassie
Happy Birthday to Cassie, who turns 39 today. She was born on August 26, 1986 in New London, CT.
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