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Happy Birthday Birdman
Happy Birthday to Birdman, who turns 56 today. He was born on February 15, 1969 in New Orleans, LA.
Atlanta Rapper Cam Beckum Shares Passion-Fueled Single “Energy”
Fresh off tour opening for 42 Dugg, rising Atlanta rapper Cam Beckum is dropping his single and music video, “Energy”, for Valentine’s Day. Inspired by
Fugees – “The Score”
29 years ago today, Fugees – consisting of Wyclef Jean, Pras and Lauryn Hill – released their second and last studio album, “The Score”, on
2Pac – “All Eyez On Me”
29 years ago today, 2Pac released his 4th and final album, “All Eyez On Me”, during his lifetime on February 13, 1996 via Death Row
Happy Birthday Gucci Mane
Happy Birthday to Gucci Mane, who turns 45 today. He was born on February 12, 1980 in Birmingham, AL.
Ye Sued For Discrimination, Allegedly Texted “Hail Hitler” To Jewish Employee
A former Yeezy staffer, a Jewish woman, sued Kanye West in California superior court on Tuesday (February 11), alleging sex and religious discrimination and harassment.
Kendrick Lamar Delivers Killer Super Bowl Halftime Show
Kendrick Lamar graced the stage for his Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show performance where he delivered a set of classics, fan favorites and newer cuts
Happy Birthday Project Pat
Happy Birthday to Project Pat, who turns 52 today. He was born on February 8, 1973 in Memphis, TN.
Lil Wayne Offically Confirms “Tha Carter VI” Release Date
Lil Wayne has officially confirmed the release date of his upcoming album “Tha Carter VI.” In a surprising move, Weezy announced the date for his
Miami Artist Karma Nova Shares “Do That Sh*t” Visual
For Bronx-born, Miami-based artist Karma Nova, music isn’t just a calling — it’s her weapon, story, and revolution. Her latest single, “Do That Sh*t” features
50 Cent – “Get Rich Or Die Tryin'”
22 years ago today, 50 Cent released his debut album, “Get Rich Or Die Tryin’”, on February 6, 2003 via Interscope Records, Eminem’s Shady Records,
GloRilla and Latto Share Energetic “Procedure” Music Video
GloRilla teamed up with Latto for her latest music video, “Procedure.” Directed by the legendary Benny Boom, the cinematic visual reimagines the iconic ‘90s film
Irv Gotti Dies At 54 Years Old
Producer and Murder Inc. Records co-founder Irv Gotti, who helped make early 2000s superstars out of Ja Rule, Ashanti and DMX, has died at 54
R.I.P. Irv Gotti
Today, producer and Murder Inc. Records co-founder Irv Gotti, who helped make early 2000s superstars out of Ja Rule, Ashanti and DMX, has died at
Kendrick Lamar Wins “Record Of The Year” For “Not Like Us” At 2025 Grammys
Kendrick Lamar wins “Record Of The Year” for his smash hit “Not Like Us” at the 2025 Grammys. The Compton rapper’s Drake diss track won
Here Are The 2025 Grammy Winners
The 2025 Grammy Awards went down yesterday (February 2) with Trevor Noah returning to host the annual ceremony that’s taking place at the Crypto.com Arena.
Happy Birthday Big Boi
Happy Birthday to Big Boi, who turns 50 today. He was born on February 1, 1975 in Savannah, GA.
Happy Birthday Kid Cudi
Happy Birthday to Kid Cudi, who turns 41 today. He was born on January 30, 1984 in Cleveland, OH.
Central Cee Taps Lil Durk For “Truth In The Lies” Music Video
Central Cee taps Lil Durk for his blazing “Truth In The Lies” music video. Directed by Jerry Productions, the visual largely consisted of footage before
Happy Birthday J. Cole
Happy Birthday to J. Cole, who turns 40 today. He was born on January 28, 1985 in Frankfurt, Germany.
Happy Birthday Rick Ross
Happy Birthday to Rick Ross, who turns 49 today. He was born on January 28, 1976 in Clarksdale, MS.
Rapper DJ Unk’s Cause Of Death Revealed
Two days after the death of DJ Unk, his wife has revealed the cause of his passing. Sherkita Long-Platt confirmed to TMZ that the Atlanta
Chris Brown Shares Official Music Video For Love Ballad “Residuals”
Chris Brown has shared the official music video for his love ballad “Residuals”. Directed by Travis Colbert, the blazing visual sees Breezy pouring his heart
Ice Cube Shares Surprise Remix Of “It’s My Ego” Featuring Scarface
Lench Mob Records is excited to release “It’s My Ego (3Mix),” a groundbreaking collaboration between two of Hip-Hop’s most iconic figures: Ice Cube and Scarface.
Atlanta Rapper Hunxho Drops New Project “For Us”
Rising East Atlanta rapper Hunxho kicks off 2025 and another sonic season with a new project entitled “For Us,” out now via 300 Entertainment. Still
R.I.P. DJ Unk
Today, Atlanta artist DJ Unk, known for his smash hit “Walk It Out” and “2 Step,” died at the age of 43. Several family members
Happy Birthday Xxxtentacion
Happy Birthday to Xxxtentacion, who would have turned 27 today. He was born on January 23, 1998 in Plantation, FL. R.I.P.
Mustard Reveals Rappers Who Turned Down His Popular Kendrick Lamar Beat
DJ Mustard has shared that multiple rappers passed on the instrumental for Kendrick Lamar‘s “GNX” track “Hey Now.” During an interview with People, the prolific
Happy Birthday Logic
Happy Birthday to Logic, who turns 35 today. He was born on January 22, 1990 in Rockville, MD.
Happy Birthday Jam Master Jay
Happy Birthday to Jam Master Jay, who would have turned 60 today. He was born on January 21, 1965 in Brooklyn, NY. R.I.P.
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