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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 Lauryn Hill
Happy Birthday to Lauryn Hill, who turns 50 today. She was born on May 26, 1975 in East Orange, NJ.
Brooklyn Rapper Magg-1 Shares Introspective Single “Father Protect Me”
Impressive Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn rapper Magg-1 is excited to share his powerful new single, “Father Protect Me”, released via indie label Maggnificent Music. Known for blending
Rod Wave Arrested On Assault And Gun Charges
Rod Wave, born Rodarius Marcell Green, was arrested in Georgia on charges of aggravated assault, possession and aiming a gun at someone and booked into
Happy Birthday Rasheeda
Happy Birthday to Rasheeda, who turns 49 today. She was born on May 25, 1976 in Atlanta, GA.
North Philly Raptress LadyBoss Shares “Self Destruction” Video
There’s a clear distinction between hearing someone and actually listening to them. Make no mistake, LadyBoss is definitely someone that people need to listen to.
Westcoast Icon Medusa Jumps Back Into The Spotlight With “Double Dutch”
How does one properly introduce “The Gangsta Goddess?” For those already familiar with her fierce mindset and creative movement, no introduction is needed. A well-established
Philly Rapper Tone Trump Drops New Album “Still Striving”
Tone Trump continues his winning streak. The West Philly rapper has a new album out now via Militant Discipline Fearless Records in partnership with Jim
Happy Birthday G-Eazy
Happy Birthday to G-Eazy, who turns 36 today. He was born on May 24, 1989 in Oakland, CA.
Happy Birthday The Notorious B.I.G.
Happy Birthday to The Notorious B.I.G., who would have turned 53 today. He was born on May 21, 1972 in Brooklyn, NY. R.I.P.
Happy Birthday Busta Rhymes
Happy Birthday to Busta Rhymes, who turns 53 today. He was born on May 20, 1972 in New York City, NY.
Happy Birthday Yo Gotti
Happy Birthday to Yo Gotti, who turns 44 today. He was born on May 19, 1981 in Memphis, TN.
Slick Rick To Release First Album Since 1999
Slick Rick joins creative forces with acclaimed multi-hyphenate Idris Elba for “Victory” — a visionary visual album set to be released through Elba’s record label,
Tee Grizzley Shares New Album “Forever My Moment”
Detroit Rap luminary Tee Grizzley returns with “Forever My Moment” via Grizzley Gang/300 Entertainment. The deeply personal and lyrically sharp project continues to highlight Grizzley’s
Happy Birthday SmokePurpp
Happy Birthday to SmokePurpp, who turns 28 today. He was born on May 15, 1997 in Chicago, IL.
Kanye West Slammed By Jewish Human Rights Organization For “Heil Hitler”
Kanye West is taking his controversies everywhere he goes. Most recently, Ye dropped his highly controversial song “Heil Hitler.” After being yanked down by streaming
Kid Cudi Is Back With Reflective Single “Neverland”
Kid Cudi returns with his reflective new single “Neverland,” a project he’s been building up to in recent weeks. The new song is Cudi’s first
Happy Birthday Pusha T
Happy Birthday to Pusha T, who turns 48 today. He was born on May 13, 1977 in the Bronx, NY.
Chris Brown Seeks Privacy In Dog Attack Lawsuit
Chris Brown is taking legal steps to shield his personal and family information as a lawsuit tied to a 2021 dog attack continues to unfold.
J.I.D Announces Fourth Album “God Does Like Ugly”
After weeks of speculation, J.I.D has announced his next album entitled “God Does Like Ugly” and confirmed it’s dropping later this year. In anticipation of
Happy Birthday Coi Leray
Happy Birthday to Coi Leray, who turns 28 today. She was born on May 11, 1997 in Boston, MA.
Fetty Wap Returns With New “Forever” Music Video
Fetty Wap is back at the top of his game with “Forever (71943509)” via 300 Entertainment. Produced By FrankGotThePack, Dvni, and APGoKrazy, the introspective new
Happy Birthday Ghostface Killah
Happy Birthday to Ghostface Killah, who turns 55 today. He was born on May 9, 1970 in Staten Island, NY.
Happy Birthday 6IX9INE
Happy Birthday to 6IX9INE, who turns 29 today. He was born on May 8, 1996 in Brooklyn, NY.
Ye Storms Out Off Dramatic Piers Morgan Interview
Ye joined Piers Morgan for an interview on Tuesday (May 6), but the combative chat was short-lived. West appeared on the broadcast of Morgan’s news
Cardi B Blames Other Artists For Sophomore Album Delay
Cardi B‘s sophomore album still isn’t ready. During a recent Instagram Live, the 31-year-old raptress expressed her frustration over waiting for verses from the guest
Happy Birthday Meek Mill
Happy Birthday to Meek Mill, who turns 38 today. He was born on May 6, 1987 in Philadelphia, PA.
Happy Birthday Chris Brown
Happy Birthday to Chris Brown, who turns 36 today. He was born on May 5, 1989 in Tappahannock, VA.
Hunxho Drops Raunchy New Track “Bedrest”
Setting the tone for the summer, rising East Atlanta rapper Hunxho shares a brand new track entitled “Bedrest” via 300 Entertainment. After nearly two months
Gat$ Shares New “Cheapskate” Music Video
Fresh on the heels of his last release, “White Bronco” featuring Reason, Gat$ is back with “Cheapskate”. A gritty, hypnotizing track that openly calls out
Benny The Butcher Releases New Video “Duffel Bag Hottie’s Revenge”
In August 2024, Benny The Butcher re-emerged to hold you down for the summer with “Summertime Butch,” which was his first solo-project since the Grammy-nominated
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