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Miami Rapper 360Stizzy Taps Trick Daddy For “Trick Flow” Music Video
Rising indie rapper 360Stizzy is revitalizing the Miami hustling music scene with the electrifying track “Trick Flow”, featuring Mike Smiff. Now, the remix with Trick
DJ Michael “5000” Watts Honored In Grand Memorial Service
The late DJ Michael “5000” Watts, co-founder of Swishahouse and a pivotal figure in hip-hop, was celebrated in a grand memorial service on February 16
J. Cole Announces Global “The Fall-Off” Tour For 2026
J. Cole is hitting the road for an epic farewell. Following the release of his highly anticipated seventh studio album, “The Fall-Off” — rumored to
Happy Birthday Dr. Dre
Happy Birthday to Dr. Dre, who turns 61 today. He was born on February 18, 1965 in Compton, CA.
R.I.P. Prince Markie Dee
5 year ago today, Prince Markie Dee, a Hip-Hop pioneer, cultural icon, and one of the founding members of the legendary Fat Boys, has passed
Hip-Hop Project Sales Dominating 2026 So Far
The hip-hop scene in 2026 is showing signs of resurgence after years of fluctuating momentum. A report from Billboard in late 2025 revealed a decline
A New Nipsey Hussle Album Is Set To Drop This Summer
A new album featuring Nipsey Hussle and Bino Rideaux is on the horizon, and fans have already been treated to a sneak peek with the
Wiz Khalifa Shares Heartfelt Tribute After Losing His Father
Wiz Khalifa is grieving the loss of his father, Laurence W. Thomaz, who passed away at the age of 63. The 38-year-old rapper took to
Happy Birthday Lupe Fiasco
Happy Birthday to Lupe Fiasco, who turns 44 today. He was born on February 16, 1982 in Chicago, IL.
Happy Birthday Ice-T
Happy Birthday to Ice-T, who turns 68 today. He was born on February 16, 1958 in Newark, NJ.
Happy Birthday The Weeknd
Happy Birthday to The Weeknd, who turns 36 today. He was born on February 16, 1990 in Toronto, Canada.
Happy Birthday Megan Thee Stallion
Happy Birthday to Megan Thee Stallion, who turns 31 today. She was born on February 15, 1995 in San Antonio, TX.
Happy Birthday Birdman
Happy Birthday to Birdman, who turns 57 today. He was born on February 15, 1969 in New Orleans, LA.
NBA YoungBoy Allegedly Abused White Tiger, Claims Rescue Center
An animal rescue center, Lions Tigers & Bears, has accused rapper NBA YoungBoy of abusing a white tiger he once owned. This claim surfaced in
Central Cee Drops Anticipated “Iceman Freestyle” Music Video
Six months after a teaser set the internet abuzz through Drake’s “100 Gigs” archive, Central Cee has finally unveiled the complete version of “Iceman Freestyle.”
Takeoff’s Murder Trial Set To Start In November
The trial for the individual accused of killing Takeoff in 2022 is scheduled to begin this November. On February 10, Patrick Clark, the suspect identified
Jack Harlow Revealed “Monica” Album Release Date And Cover Art
Jack Harlow has a special surprise for his fans this year. The Louisville rapper announced on February 10 that his fourth studio album, “Monica”, will
Happy Birthday Gucci Mane
Happy Birthday to Gucci Mane, who turns 46 today. He was born on February 12, 1980 in Birmingham, AL.
R.I.P. Trugoy The Dove
3 year ago today, the world of Hip-Hop mourned the loss of one of its most unique voices. As a co-founder of De La Soul,
R.I.P. Whitney Houston
14 year ago today, the world bid farewell to one of the most extraordinary voices in music history, Whitney Houston. At just 48 years old,
Happy Birthday Brandy
Happy Birthday to Brandy, who turns 47 today. She was born on February 11, 1979 in McComb, MS.
Nardo Wick Reportedly Arrested In Georgia
Nardo Wick has reportedly been arrested in Georgia, marking another encounter with legal troubles since his late teenage years. Details about the situation remain limited
Kanye West’s Daughter North West Drops Her First Official Song
North West, the daughter of Ye, has officially stepped into the music world with the release of her debut single, “Piercing On My Hand”. Following
50 Cent Mocks Stefon Diggs Over Cardi B Split Speculations
50 Cent stirred up Super Bowl aftermath discussions on February 9, by poking fun at Stefon Diggs following the New England Patriots’ loss in Super
Don Toliver’s “OCTANE” Secures Top Spot On Billboard 200
Don Toliver’s latest album, “OCTANE”, secures the top spot on the Billboard 200 this week. The new studio project opens with 162,000 equivalent album units
J. Cole Fans Revisit DMX’s Praise Of Him After “The Fall-Off” Homage
J. Cole fans are reflecting on DMX’s past praise of the rapper after Cole paid tribute to the late hip-hop legend on his latest album,
Happy Birthday Project Pat
Happy Birthday to Project Pat, who turns 53 today. He was born on February 8, 1973 in Memphis, TN.,
J. Cole Honors Fayetteville With “Two Six” Music Video
J. Cole continues to reveal “The Fall-Off” by unveiling a compelling music video for “Two Six,” the opening track of the album’s first disc. Among
EsDeeKid Keeps The Energy Alive With New “Omens” Video
Currently electrifying stages across North America, Liverpool-based rapper EsDeeKid has unveiled his new single, “Omens”. The enigmatic artist, who once sparked rumors of being Timothée
J. Cole’s Final Album “The Fall-Off” Has Arrived
After eight long years of anticipation, J. Cole‘s highly awaited album “The Fall-Off” is finally here. Introduced back in 2015, the record has been labeled
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