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Mac Dee
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.
Articles
Dr. Dre – “The Chronic 2001”
25 years ago today, Dr. Dre released his second studio album, “2001,” on November 16, 1999 via Aftermath Entertainment and Interscope Records as the follow-up to
Buddah Baby Heats Up The Streets With “Can’t Stop” Music Video
Buddah Baby aka The DMV Reppa, the rising Hip-Hop artist from Washington D.C., is making waves with his distinctive sound, sharp lyricism, and an undeniable
Drake – “Take Care”
13 years ago today, Drake dropped his sophomore album, “Take Care,” on November 15, 2011. The album features guest appearances from The Weeknd, Rihanna, Kendrick
R.I.P. Lil Peep
7 years ago today, Lil Peep died on his tour bus before a scheduled performance in Tucson on November 15, 2017. The examiner’s office, which
Happy Birthday Ol’ Dirty Bastard
Happy Birthday to Ol’ Dirty Bastard, who would have turned 56 today. He was born on November 15, 1968 in New York City, NY. R.I.P.
Happy Birthday B.o.B
Happy Birthday to B.o.B, who turns 36 today. He was born on November 15, 1988 in Winston-Salem, NC.
Happy Birthday E-40
Happy Birthday to E-40, who turns 57 today. He was born on November 15, 1967 in Vallejo, CA.
Meek Mill Distancing Himself From Diddy: “Don’t Ever Disrespect Me”
Meek Mill is distancing himself from jailed-friend Diddy amid the mogul’s sexual assault and trafficking case. On Wednesday (November 13), a video post of someone
Doja Cat Hints New Album With Mysterious Tracklist
It seems that a new Doja Cat album is on the way. The controversial female artist took to X on Monday evening (November 11) to
Metro Boomin Teases New Young Thug Music
Young Thug is ready for a comeback. Hit producer Metro Boomin has been anticipating Thugger‘s release from jail. The St. Louis hitmaker posted a picture
Here Are The 2025 Grammy Award Nominations
The Recording Academy is proud to present the 2025 Grammy nominees, honoring both artistic and technical skill of the highest degree in music. Leading the
Happy Birthday Warren G
Happy Birthday to Warren G, who turns 54 today. He was born on November 10, 1970 in LongBeach, CA.
Happy Birthday Big Pun
Happy Birthday to Big Pun, who would have turned 53 today. He was born on November 10, 1971 in Bronx, NY. R.I.P.
Z-Ro Drops Smooth New Single “No Ice”
Houston rapper Z-Ro drops his anticipated new single, “No Ice,” produced by Iceman Chamberlain, laced with bluesy guitar sounds that bring out a melodic, soulful
Consequence Taps Chuck D For “What Has America Done” Music Video
After joining A Tribe Called Quest at their induction into the Rock N Roll Hall Of Fame, Consequence releases a new single, “What Has America
Happy Birthday Scarface
Happy Birthday to Scarface, who turns 54 today. He was born on November 9, 1970 in Houston, TX.
Happy Birthday French Montana
Happy Birthday to French Montana, who turns 40 today. He was born on November 9, 1984 in Rabat, Morocco.
Happy Birthday Pooh Shiesty
Happy Birthday to Pooh Shiesty, who turns 25 today. He was born on November 8, 1999 in Memphis, TN.
Happy Birthday Tech N9ne
Happy Birthday to Tech N9ne, who turns 53 today. He was born on November 8, 1971 in Kansas City, MO.
Hip-Hop Reacts To Donald Trump’s Win Over Kamala Harris
Celebrities weighed in on the 2024 presidential victory of Donald Trump over Kamala Harris. Trump has defeated Harris in the 2024 presidential election and was
Freddie Gibbs Reflects On Diddy’s Connection To 2Pac In New Song
Freddie Gibbs has released a new single called “On The Set,” which will be featured on his newly released album, “You Only Die 1nce.” Produced
R.I.P. King Von
4 years ago today, Chicago rapper King Von was shot and killed in Atlanta, Georgia at age 26. Von and his crew were involved in
Young Thug’s Father Wanted His Son To Reject Plea Deal
Young Thug‘s father adressed that he isn’t happy about the conditions of his son’s release from jail. Atlanta news outlet 11Alive talked to Jeffrey Williams
Quincy Jones Dead At 91 Years Old
Quincy Jones, a legendary producer and songwriter who worked with stars from Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, has died aged 91. The news was announced
Westside Gunn Returns With DJ Drama-Assisted Album “Still Praying”
Westside Gunn is not letting his foot off the gas. The Buffalo rapper has released “Still Praying,” the anticipated follow-up to “And Then You Pray
R.I.P. Quincy Jones
Today, we lost the legendary producer and songwriter Quincy Jones, who died on November 3, 2024 at his home in Bel-Air, Los Angeles at the
Gang Starr Drops New Single “Finishem”
To commemorate and celebrate the fifth-anniversary of “One Of The Best Yet,” Gang Starr is back with a new single, “Finishem.” One of the most
Happy Birthday Nelly
Happy Birthday to Nelly, who turns 50 today. He was born on November 2, 1974 in Austin, TX.
Happy Birthday NLE Choppa
Happy Birthday to NLE Choppa, who turns 22 today. He was born on November 1, 2002 in Memphis, TN.
Happy Birthday Lil Peep
Happy Birthday to Lil Peep, who would have turned 28 today. He was born on November 1, 1996 in Allentown, PA.
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