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Fetty Wap Announces New Album “Zavier” Set For Release This Month

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Fetty Wap is gearing up for a big comeback, teasing his upcoming album “Zavier” and reflecting on a renewed energy reminiscent of his breakout “Trap

CRIME NEWS

Diddy Pushes For “Immediate Release” From Prison

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Diddy has initiated a fresh legal bid for his release, arguing that his four-year prison sentence is excessively severe. The music mogul, known as the

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Kehlani Announces Self-Titled Fifth Album

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Kehlani reveals plans for her self-titled fifth studio album, set to release this spring. Scheduled for April 24, a date that also marks her birthday,

NEWS TOUR

Lil Wayne Expands “Tha Carter 20th Anniversary Tour” Dates

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Lil Wayne has unveiled new dates for his highly awaited “Tha Carter 20th Anniversary Tour”, a monumental tribute to the album series that defined his

CRIME NEWS

Mystikal Is Facing Up To 20 Years Of Prison Time

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Rapper Mystikal has admitted guilt to third-degree rape in a 2022 case from Ascension Parish. The artist, whose real name is Michael Tyler, had initially

NEWS TOUR

Kanye West Announces Los Angeles Show Ahead Of New Album “Bully”

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Kanye West is gearing up to return to a U.S. stadium stage for the first time since his 2021 “Free Larry Hoover” benefit concert. The

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J. Cole Shares His Favorite Track From “The Fall-Off”

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J. Cole recently connected with fans through his personal blog, “The Algorithm”, revealing which track from “The Fall-Off” currently stands as his favorite. The rapper

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Jack Harlow Drops His Fourth Studio Album “Monica”

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Jack Harlow has added another milestone to his musical journey with the release of “Monica”. Released under Atlantic Records, this highly awaited fourth studio album

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Kid Cudi Announces New EP And Full-Length Album

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Kid Cudi is gearing up to expand his already impressive musical catalog. Following a recent creative stint in film and television, the acclaimed artist revealed

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Dr. Dre Is Officially A Billionaire

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Dr. Dre has officially joined the ranks of billionaires, marking a significant milestone in his illustrious career. It may have taken over a decade, but

INDIES NEWS VIDEOS

T.R.U.B. Is On A Winning Streak With New Music Video “Start Me Up”

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Fast-rising Memphis rapper T.R.U.B. continues to solidify his reputation as one of the most dynamic and consistent figures in today’s Hip-Hop landscape. The Iron Chef

CRIME NEWS

Cam’ron Discusses What Led To His Lawsuit Against J. Cole

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Cam’ron has opened up for the first time about his lawsuit against J. Cole, attributing it to a series of unmet promises spanning several years.

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Akon Claims His “Akon City” Project Is Being Unfairly Targeted

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Akon has revealed that he has stopped actively discussing his project, Akon City, stating concerns that it has become a target for misrepresentation and misinformation.

CHARTS NEWS

Drake Sets New Hip-Hop Streaming Record On Spotify

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Though his upcoming album “ICEMAN” has yet to be released, it’s evident that Drake’s music remains a powerhouse, with or without new material. Having ruled

NEWS VIDEOS

BigXthaPlug And 600 Entertainment Are Turning Heads With “6WA”

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BigXthaPlug and 600 Entertainment are turning heads in Texas with their latest offering, “6WA”. The rising rapper, who had an explosive year thanks to his

CRIME NEWS

Will Smith Asks Judge To Dismiss Sexual Harassment Suit

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Will Smith has requested that a judge dismiss a sexual harassment lawsuit filed against him by his former tour violinist, who alleges that the acclaimed

CRIME NEWS

Diddy Might Be Named As Star Witness In 2Pac Murder Trial

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Diddy might serve as a vital witness in the upcoming trial related to the murder of rap legend 2Pac, potentially playing a key role in

CRIME NEWS

DJ Quik’s Son Sentenced To 15 years To Life For Deadly Shooting

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DJ Quik‘s son, David Marvin Blake Jr., has been sentenced to a significant prison term for his involvement in the 2022 fatal shooting of Julio

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Wiz Khalifa’s Romanian Drug Possession Appeal Rejected

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Wiz Khalifa could face prison time after a Romanian court declined his appeal against a drug possession case. This follows his attempt to overturn a

GOSSIP NEWS

Young Thug Addresses Viral Video Of Him Dancing With A Woman

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Young Thug has spoken out to clarify a viral video that shows him dancing with a woman, responding to social media chatter claiming his fiancée,

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Ice Spice Opens Up About Depression-Related Weight Loss

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Ice Spice has shared her struggles with depression, revealing that it significantly impacted her weight in 2024. Addressing speculation on social media that she used

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T.I. Hits 50 Cent With Another Sharp Diss track

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T.I. continues to ramp up his feud with 50 Cent, showing no signs of backing down. T.I. released his fourth diss track, “Lessons,” directly targeting

CRIME NEWS

Tory Lanez’s Appeal To Review His Shooting Conviction Was Rejected

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The California Supreme Court has rejected Tory Lanez‘s bid to overturn his shooting conviction, leaving the verdict intact. The court denied Lanez’s petition to review

GOSSIP NEWS

Rick Ross Joins Ongoing Feud Between 50 Cent And T.I.

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Rick Ross has waded into the ongoing conflict between 50 Cent and T.I. with an unexpected request — a T-shirt featuring an image of 50

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Wu-Tang Clan Honors Co-Founder Oliver “Power” Grant

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Last week, the Wu-Tang Clan shared a heartfelt statement mourning the loss of their longtime collaborator Oliver “Power” Grant. Grant held a significant role within

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Wu-Tang Clan And Lauryn Hill Nominated For Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

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Wu-Tang Clan and Lauryn Hill have earned nominations for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The iconic Staten Island rap collective and the celebrated

CRIME NEWS

The Cause Of Death For Lil Jon’s Son Has Been Disclosed

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The cause of death for Nathan Smith, son of Lil Jon, has been officially disclosed. The 27-year-old passed away in February, and the Fulton County

INDIES NEWS

The Top Independent Artists To Watch For 2026

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Exploring new music is one of the most exciting aspects of being a music enthusiast. Unlike the standard playlists that often repeat familiar chart-toppers, some

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Bruno Mars Makes A Comeback With His New Album “The Romantic”

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Bruno Mars makes a striking return to the solo music scene with his fourth studio album, “The Romantic”. This new project comes ten years after

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Juvenile And Megan Thee Stallion Release New Single “B.B.B.”

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After going viral and to the top of the streaming charts with the original incarnation of “B.B.B.,” the internet has spoken its will into existence,