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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.
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Mariah Carey Says She Wishes She Dated 2Pac
Mariah Carey has opened up about wishing she had dated Tupac Shakur after their brief encounter in the mid-1990s. Reflecting on the experience during an
Kid Cudi Opens Up About Overcoming Marijuana Addiction
Kid Cudi has revealed how marijuana once had an overwhelming hold on his life before he sought help through rehab. In an interview with People,
Offset Declares He’s Finished With Marriage Following Split From Cardi B
Offset has made it clear he has no plans to revisit the idea of marriage after his split from Cardi B. The Migos rapper, fresh
Happy Birthday Rod Wave
Happy Birthday to Rod Wave, who turns 27 today. He was born on August 27, 1998 in St. Petersburg, FL.
Happy Birthday Mase
Happy Birthday to Mase, who turns 50 today. He was born on August 27, 1975 in Jacksonville, FL.
Drake Showcases 2Pac’s Iconic Death Row Records Chain From 1996
Drake continues to demonstrate his admiration for 2Pac, and it seems the Toronto rapper may have added another historic piece to his collection — a
Playboi Carti Announces Headlining “Antagonist 2.0” Tour
Although the original “Antagonist Tour” was announced but never came to fruition, Playboi Carti is now gearing up for the “Antagonist 2.0” tour. This new
T.R.U.B. Delivers Blazing Performance Of His New Single “Chimera”
Buzzing Memphis rapper T.R.U.B. teamed up with the influential music platform Block Work TV, delivering a blazing performance of his brand new single “Chimera.” T.R.U.B.’s
Happy Birthday Lil Tecca
Happy Birthday to Lil Tecca, who turns 23 today. He was born on August 26, 2002 in Queens, NY.
Happy Birthday Cassie
Happy Birthday to Cassie, who turns 39 today. She was born on August 26, 1986 in New London, CT.
Happy Birthday Cordae
Happy Birthday to Cordae, who turns 28 today. He was born on August 26, 1997 in Raleigh, NC.
R.I.P. Aaliyah
24 years ago today, the then 22-year-old Aaliyah, known as the “Princess of R&B”, was killed in the Marsh Harbour Cessna 402 crash along with
Offset Reflects On Takeoff’s Loss In New Track
Offset reflects deeply on the loss of Takeoff in the heartfelt track “Never Let Go” from his latest album “KIARA”. In the song, the rapper
Drake Reaffirms His Support For Tory Lanez
Drake continues to show unwavering support for Tory Lanez, calling for his release from prison in a recent social media post. While playfully teasing Genius
BigXthaPlug Has Faced Yet Another Run-In With The Law
BigXthaPlug, whose legal name is Xavier Landum, has faced yet another run-in with the law, marking his second arrest in just six months. The North
Ice Spice Previews Unreleased Song Sampling M.I.A.’s “Bad Girls”
Ice Spice offers fans a glimpse of an unreleased track sampling M.I.A.’s hit “Bad Girls,” bringing excitement to her growing fanbase. The Bronx rapper shared
Michigan Rapper Official Jones Releases Heartfelt Single “Lost Ones”
Michigan-based rapper Official Jones drops a heartfelt tribute with his new single “Lost Ones,” featuring Ron Killings. The song is dedicated to friends and family
Happy Birthday Lil Yachty
Happy Birthday to Lil Yachty, who turns 28 today. He was born on August 23, 1997 in Mableton, G.
Earl Sweatshirt Announces New Album “Live Laugh Love”
Earl Sweatshirt has officially announced the release date for his forthcoming sixth album, “Live Laugh Love”, along with sharing its cover art and tracklist. Taking
Tyler, The Creator Unveils Star-Studded Music Video For “Darling, I”
Tyler, The Creator has delighted fans with a captivating new music video for “Darling, I,” one of the standout tracks from his 2024 album “Chromakopia”.
Happy Birthday Nate Dogg
Happy Birthday to Nate Dogg, who would have turned turned 56 today. He was born on August 19, 1969 in Clarksdale, MS. R.I.P.
Happy Birthday Fat Joe
Happy Birthday to Fat Joe, who turns 55 today. He was born on August 19, 1970 in Bronx, NY.
Offset Says Collaborating With Quavo On A Joint Album Is “Possible”
Offset has expressed that a joint album with Quavo could be a possibility in the future. In an interview on Apple Music, the rapper shared
Philly Rapper KIR Releases New Single “Blitz”
Indie Philly rapper KIR aims to heat up the streets with his latest single entitled “Blitz.” Released via all streaming platforms on August 15, the
Kanye West Unveils Teaser For “In Whose Name?” Documentary
Kanye West has released the teaser for his eagerly awaited documentary, “In Whose Name?” Directed by teenager Nico Ballesteros, the film spans six years of
Nipsey Hussle To Have LA Metro Station Named After Him
Nipsey Hussle will soon be honored with a Los Angeles Metro station named after him. In celebration of what would have been his 40th birthday,
Gunna’s New Album “The Last Wun” Debuts At #3 On Billboard 200
Gunna‘s new album, “The Last Wun”, has debuted at #3 on the Billboard 200, earning a total of 80,000 equivalent album units during its first
Preddy Boy P Taps Peewee Longway For “Super Bowl Ring” Visual
Coming full circle in the midst of a monumental creative chapter, trailblazing North Carolina native Preddy Boy P has unleashed his latest music video for
Happy Birthday Young Thug
Happy Birthday to Young Thug, who turns 34 today. He was born on August 16, 1991 in Atlanta, GA.
Happy Birthday Nipsey Hussle
Happy Birthday to Nipsey Hussle, who would have turned 40 today. He was born on August 15, 1985 in Los Angeles, CA. R.I.P.
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