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BIRTHDAYS

Happy Birthday Jermaine Dupri

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Happy Birthday to Jermaine Dupri, who turns 52 today. He was born on September 23, 1972 in Asheville, NC.

NEWS

Akon To Release First Single “Beautiful Day” After 10 Years Hiatus

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Akon announces his first single in a decade entitled “Akon’s Beautiful Day,” due out on October 4, 2024 via Konvict Kulture Records. Known for his

BIRTHDAYS

Happy Birthday Moneybagg Yo

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Happy Birthday to Moneybagg Yo, who turns 33 today. He was born on September 22, 1991 in Memphis, TN.

NEWS VIDEOS

Kid Cudi Taps King Chip For “Don’t Worry” Music Video

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Kid Cudi is celebrating the importance New York City has played in his artistic journey. Entitled “Don’t Worry,” the track is a nostalgic one, with

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Happy Birthday Jason Derulo

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Happy Birthday to Jason Derulo, who turns 35 today. He was born on September 21, 1989 in Miramar, FL.

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Happy Birthday Tom MacDonald

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Happy Birthday to Tom MacDonald, who turns 36 today. He was born on September 21, 1988 in British Columbia, Canada.

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Happy Birthday Wale

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Happy Birthday to Wale, who turns 40 today. He was born on September 21, 1984 in Washington, DC.

NEWS

The Lox “Money, Power, & Respect” Certified Platinum

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The Lox has a new plaque to add to their name. Two decades after its release, “Money, Power, & Respect” by The Lox featuring DMX

BIRTHDAYS

Happy Birthday Yung Joc

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Happy Birthday to Yung Joc, who turns 44 today. He was born on September 20, 1980 in Atlanta, GA.

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Happy Birthday The-Dream

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Happy Birthday to The-Dream, who turns 47 today. He was born on September 20, 1977 in Rockingham, NC.

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Happy Birthday Ugly God

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Happy Birthday to Ugly God, who turns 28 today. He was born on September 19, 1996 in Miami Gardens, FL.

NEWS RELEASES

Rich Homie Quan Releases First Posthumous Track “Song Cry”

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Rich Homie Quan has been gone for just under two weeks and fans already have new music from the late Atlanta artist. His first posthumous

KNOWLEDGE DROP

MMG – “Self Made Vol. 3”

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11 years ago today, Rick Ross released the third compilation album “Self Made Vol. 3” by MMG on September 17, 2013. The album features contributions

NEWS

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Arrested In New York After Grand Jury Indictment

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Embattled Hip-Hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, who faces sexual assault lawsuits and a federal human trafficking probe, has been arrested in New York. The criminal

KNOWLEDGE DROP

EPMD – “Back In Business”

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27 years ago today, EPMD dropped their fifth studio album “Back In Business” on September 16, 1997. Production was handled by members Erick Sermon and

KNOWLEDGE DROP

Usher – “My Way”

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27 years ago today, Usher released his second studio album “My Way” on September 16, 1997. The album features guest appearances from Monica, Jermaine Dupri,

KNOWLEDGE DROP

The Sugarhill Gang – “Rapper’s Delight”

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45 years ago today, The Sugarhill Gang dropped their debut single “Rapper’s Delight” on September 16, 1979. Produced by Sylvia Robinson, “Rapper’s Delight” is credited

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Happy Birthday Flo Rida

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Happy Birthday to Flo Rida, who turns 45 today. He was born on September 16, 1979 in Miami Gardens, FL.

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Happy Birthday Metro Boomin

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Happy Birthday to Metro Boomin, who turns 31 today. He was born on September 16, 1993 in St. Louis, MO.

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Happy Birthday Nas

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Happy Birthday to Nas, who turns 51 today. He was born on September 14, 1973 in Brooklyn, NYC.

R.I.P.

R.I.P. Tupac Shakur

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Rest in peace Tupac Shakur (June 16, 1971 – September 13, 1996). 2Pac was shot in Las Vegas, Nevada on the night of September 7,

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Happy Birthday Swizz Beatz

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Happy Birthday to Swizz Beatz, who turns 46 today. He was born on September 13, 1978 in Bronx, NYC.

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Happy Birthday Playboi Carti

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Happy Birthday to Playboi Carti, who turns 28 today. He was born on September 13, 1996 in Riverdale, GA.

KNOWLEDGE DROP

50 Cent – “Curtis”

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17 years ago today, 50 Cent dropped his third studio album “Curtis” on September 11, 2007. The album features production from Dr. Dre, Eminem, and

KNOWLEDGE DROP

Kanye West – “Graduation”

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17 years ago today, Kanye West released his third studio album “Graduation” on September 11, 2007. It was primarily produced by West himself, with contributions

BIRTHDAYS

Happy Birthday Ludacris

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Happy Birthday to Ludacris, who turns 47 today. He was born on September 11, 1977 in Champaign, IL.

KNOWLEDGE DROP

New Edition – “Home Again”

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28 years ago today, New Edition released their double platinum sixth studio album “Home Again” on September 10, 1996. It is the only album to

KNOWLEDGE DROP

2 Chainz – “B.O.A.T.S. II: Me Time”

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11 years ago today, 2 Chainz released his second studio album “B.O.A.T.S. II: Me Time” on September 10, 2013. It debuted at #3 on the

NEWS

Rich Homie Quan’s Father Says Rapper Was Working On New Album

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Rich Homie Quan was gearing up to release a new project when he suddenly passed away on September 5. The popular rapper, 34, was found

NEWS

The Weeknd Reveals “Hurry Up Tomorrow” Cover Artwork

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The Weeknd has revealed the cover artwork for his upcoming album, “Hurry Up Tomorrow.” Announced earlier this week, the anticipated project will mark the third