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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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Happy Birthday Burna Boy
Happy Birthday to Burna Boy, who turns 35 today. He was born on July 2, 1991 in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
Chris Brown Ordered To Pay $13 Million To Former Housekeeper
Chris Brown has been in the spotlight recently due to a civil lawsuit filed by his former housekeeper, Maria Avila, who claims she was attacked
Lil Wayne Beams Alongside Rumored Fiancée In New Photo
Lil Wayne beams with joy alongside his rumored fiancée in a recent social media photo. On June 29, his close friend and sports commentator/podcaster, Skip
Lupe Fiasco Shades Kendrick Lamar Over Lyricism
Lupe Fiasco has stirred discussions by asserting that there are “hundreds” of rappers superior to Kendrick Lamar. Over the weekend, Lupe made this claim during
Happy Birthday Missy Elliott
Happy Birthday to Missy Elliott, who turns 55 today. She was born on July 1, 1971 in Portsmouth, VA.
Happy Birthday Plies
Happy Birthday to Plies, who turns 50 today. He was born on July 1, 1976 in Fort Myers, FL.
Twista Faces Up To 5 Years In Prison
Twista, whose real name is Carl Mitchell, has admitted to five counts of deliberately not paying taxes over a five-year span from 2019 to 2023.
Happy Birthday Sauce Walka
Happy Birthday to Sauce Walka, who turns 36 today. He was born on June 29, 1990 in Houston, TX.
Future Announces “The Real Me” Album Release Date
Future is back in the spotlight. The Atlanta rap icon revealed on June 25 that his upcoming album, “The Real Me”, is scheduled to drop
Mystikal Still Faces Civil Lawsuit As Victim Shares Account In Court Docs
Mystikal‘s legal troubles persist as the aftermath of his 2022 rape case continues to unfold, now extending into civil court proceedings. Michael Tyler, better known
Takeoff’s Parents Fight Over Wrongful Death Settlement Money
Takeoff‘s parents are reportedly embroiled in a legal dispute over how to divide the settlement money from the wrongful death lawsuit following the rapper’s tragic
Lil Durk Associate Chuckyy Faces Arrest In Chicago
Rising drill rap star Chuckyy has landed in serious legal trouble. The OTF-affiliated artist was taken into custody in Chicago earlier this week. According to
R.I.P. Huey
6 years ago today, the Hip-Hop community mourned over the passing of rapper Huey at age 32. Originally signed to Jive Records, the St. Louis,
Komander Teams Up With G-Unit Rapper Tony Yayo For “7 Clones”
Emerging from the streets of Cornwall, UK, Komander, a former elite soldier turned rapper, is quickly carving out his place in the British Hip-Hop scene.
Happy Birthday Memphis Bleek
Happy Birthday to Memphis Bleek, who turns 48 today. He was born on June 23, 1978 in Brooklyn, NY.
Music Industry Mogul Clive Davis Dead At 94
Music industry icon Clive Davis has died at the age of 94. His family confirmed the news on June 22 after he was recently hospitalized
Foolio’s Convicted Killers Receive Life Sentences
The four individuals convicted in the murder of rising rapper Foolio have been sentenced to life imprisonment. On June 22, Isaiah Chance, Sean Gathright, Davion
Bobby Shmurda Celebrates His Father’s Release After 30 Years In Prison
Bobby Shmurda is overjoyed as he celebrates his father’s long-awaited release from prison, marking the end of more than three decades behind bars. On June
R.I.P. Julio Foolio
2 years ago today, the Hip-Hop community mourned over the passing of rising rapper Julio Foolio at age 26. On June 23, 2024, the Jacksonville,
Shiva Soul Lit Releases New Track “Still”
Just because you can’t see a person’s moves doesn’t mean they aren’t active. Such is the case with Shiva Soul Lit. Influenced by her southern
Ken Carson Announces July Release For New Album “xperiment”
Ken Carson has revealed his latest project, “xperiment”, set to be released on July 3 via Opium/Interscope Records. The announcement was paired with the debut
Ye Unveils Deluxe Edition Of Latest Album “Bully”
Released on Friday (June 19), the expanded version of Kanye West‘s 12th studio project introduces fresh elements, including updated mixes of original tracks and two
R.I.P. Prodigy
9 years ago today, the Hip-Hop community mourned the loss of one of its most revered voices with the passing of Prodigy from Mobb Deep.
Memphis Hitmaker Tay Keith Found Dead At Age 29
Renowned producer Tay Keith was discovered lifeless in his Nashville apartment on Thursday, June 18, as confirmed by Metro Nashville Police. The acclaimed artist, celebrated
Drake Becomes The Most-Streamed Artist In Apple Music History
Drake’s enduring influence in the music industry just received another undeniable validation. The Toronto-born artist has officially claimed the title of the most-streamed artist ever
R.I.P. Tay Keith
Today, the Hip-Hop world lost renowned producer Tay Keith, who was discovered lifeless in his Nashville apartment. No indications of foul play were reported. The
R.I.P. XXXTentacion
8 years ago today, the Hip-Hop world lost rising rapper XXXTentacion at the age of 20. Despite being a controversial figure due to his highly publicized
Happy Birthday Takeoff
Happy Birthday to Takeoff, who would have turned 32 today. He was born on June 18, 1994 in Lawrenceville, GA. R.I.P.
Happy Birthday Trippie Redd
Happy Birthday to Trippie Redd, who turns 27 today. He was born on June 18, 1999 in Canton, OH.
Happy Birthday Kendrick Lamar
Happy Birthday to Kendrick Lamar, who turns 39 today. He was born on June 17, 1987 in Compton, CA.
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