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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 Q Tip
Happy Birthday to Q Tip, who turns 56 today. He was born on April 10, 1970 in New York City, NY.
Happy Birthday Babyface
Happy Birthday to Babyface, who turns 67 today. He was born on April 10, 1959 in Indianapolis, IN.
R.I.P. Afrika Bambaataa
Today, Afrika Bambaataa, a pioneer and cornerstone of Hip-Hop culture, has passed away at the age of 68. Rising from the Bronx during the formative
R.I.P. DMX
5 years ago today, the New York rapper passed away on April 9, 2021, leaving a legacy through a music catalog that had a profound
Happy Birthday Dej Loaf
Happy Birthday to Dej Loaf, who turns 35 today. She was born on April 8, 1991 in Detroit, MI.
Lil Tjay Posts Bond And Calls Offset A “Rat”
Lil Tjay has been released on bond following his arrest for disorderly conduct in connection with the non-fatal shooting involving Offset outside the Hard Rock
Post Malone Teases 40-Track Double Album “The Eternal Buzz”
Post Malone is set to make a grand return to the music scene with his bold and highly ambitious new project. Following the record-breaking success
Quavo Responds To News Of Offset Being Shot In Florida
Offset has made headlines after it was reported that the artist was shot at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida. While
Lil Tjay Reportedly Arrested Following Offset Shooting
Offset was reportedly shot outside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida. TMZ was the first to break the story, although DJ
Offset Suffers Gunshot Wound, Hospitalized In Florida
On Monday (April 6), Offset was injured in a shooting outside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida. A representative for the
Pooh Shiesty’s Lawyer Disputes Gucci Mane Robbery Claims
Pooh Shiesty’s lawyer is challenging allegations that the rapper orchestrated a kidnapping and robbery involving Gucci Mane, arguing that the case is far more intricate
J. Cole Signs Pro Deal With Chinese Basketball Team
Dreamville rapper J. Cole is taking another step to keep his basketball ambitions alive, signing a contract to play for the Nanjing Monkey Kings in
Happy Birthday Juicy J
Happy Birthday to Juicy J, who turns 51 today. He was born on April 5, 1975 in Memphis, TN.
Happy Birthday Pharrell
Happy Birthday to Pharrell, who turns 53 today. He was born on April 5, 1973 in Virginia Beach, VA.
DOJ Claims Gucci Mane Aided Feds In Identifying Pooh Shiesty
New details have emerged regarding the arrest of rapper Pooh Shiesty in Dallas, sparking widespread speculation online. Earlier reports confirmed that Shiesty, whose real name
Pooh Shiesty Arrested For Robbing And Kidnapping Gucci Mane
Pooh Shiesty, along with his father and fellow rapper Big30, has been taken into custody following allegations of armed robbery and kidnapping earlier this year.
Lil Durk Talks His Mental State Behind Bars
Lil Durk shared an update on his mental well-being and how he’s been staying occupied during his time behind bars through a recent message on
Yeat Teams Up With Ice Spice For “Naked” Music Video
Amidst the ongoing buzz surrounding Kanye West’s recent controversies, Yeat has also been making waves in the hip-hop scene. On Friday (March 27), the Oregon-born
Young Dolph Killer Faces Sentencing Delay Over Safety Concerns
The sentencing hearing for Cornelius Smith, the man who confessed to killing rapper Young Dolph, has been postponed due to concerns about his safety in
YNW Melly Awaits Hearing For Potential Jail Release Later This Month
YNW Melly, whose real name is Jamell Demons, is set to appear in court later this month for a hearing regarding his potential release on
Kanye West’s “BULLY” Projected To Debut At #2
Ye’s album “BULLY” is on track to debut at #2 on the Billboard 200 chart next week, according to early predictions. Initial tracking data from
Happy Birthday Quavo
Happy Birthday to Quavo, who turns 35 today. He was born on April 2, 1991 in Athens, GA.
R.I.P. Nipsey Hussle
7 years ago today, Nipsey Hussle was at the pinnacle of his career when his life was tragically cut short. He succumbed to gunshot wounds
Kanye West Honors His Late Mother Donda On “Bully”
Kanye West’s latest album, “Bully“, has finally landed, and as expected, reactions are sharply divided. Much of this stems from the controversies that have surrounded
Yeat Unveils North American Tour “The LOVE/LYFE Tour”
Multi-platinum rapper and trendsetting artist Yeat is set to embark on a highly anticipated North American tour. Entitled “The LOVE/LYFE Tour,” this expansive journey will
Dipset Collaborator Jha Jha Has Reportedly Passed Away
The hip-hop community is grieving this weekend following the passing of Jha Jha, a cherished artist who played a pivotal role in Dipset’s ascent during
Drake Sets Remarkable Spotify Milestone
Drake has officially made history as the first artist ever to surpass 130 billion total streams on Spotify, solidifying his dominance in the digital music
Happy Birthday MC Hammer
Happy Birthday to MC Hammer, who turns 64 today. He was born on March 30, 1962 in Oakland, CA.
Happy Birthday Fivio Foreign
Happy Birthday to Fivio Foreign, who turns 36 today. He was born on March 29, 1990 in New York City, NY.
Happy Birthday Fredo Bang
Happy Birthday to Fredo Bang, who turns 30 today. He was born on March 29, 1996 in Baton Rouge, LA.
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