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Los Angeles Rapper Luci4 Dead At 23
Los Angeles rapper Luci4 has passed away at the young age of 23. The rising artist died at a private residence, according to a L.A.
Baby Keem Drops Music Video For “Birds & The Bees”
Baby Keem has dropped the music video for “Birds & The Bees”, featuring Lara Raj from KATSEYE. The release marks the first visual offering from
Jay-Z Launches New Website Celebrating 30 Years Of Music
Jay-Z has unveiled a new platform to honor his remarkable 30-year journey in the music industry. The legendary rapper launched a website, JayZ30.com, coinciding with
Lil Poppa’s Cause Of Death Ruled A Suicide
The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office has ruled Lil Poppa’s death as a suicide resulting from a gunshot wound to the head. The autopsy was
Lil Jon Writes Heartfelt Tribute To His Late Son Nathan
Lil Jon is mourning the heartbreaking loss of his son, Nathan Smith. The iconic crunk artist shared a touching tribute on social media on February
Baby Keem Wins Big With New Album “Ca$ino”
Baby Keem shines with his latest release, “Ca$ino”, marking a triumphant return after a five-year hiatus since 2021’s “The Melodic Blue”. This sophomore effort reinforces
T.R.U.B. Shares Introspective And Inspiring “No Plays” Music Video
Trailblazing Memphis rapper T.R.U.B. continues to cement his place as one of the most dependable and exciting names in the Hip-Hop scene. With his newest
Happy Birthday Rihanna
Happy Birthday to Rihanna, who turns 38 today. She was born on February 20, 1988 in St. Michael, Barbados.
R.I.P. Pop Smoke
6 years ago today, the Hip-Hop world lost fast rising rapper Pop Smoke at age 20. The New York artist was shot and killed in
Gunna Reportedly Set To Release A New Netflix Documentary
Gunna is reportedly gearing up to release a new documentary on Netflix, titled “The Last Wun”. Although details about the project remain scarce, an image
NBA YoungBoy Denies Talking To Someone Else’s Girlfriend
NBA YoungBoy has addressed recent rumors claiming he uses a burner account to contact other men’s girlfriends, categorically denying the allegations. The rapper took to
Eminem’s Ex-Wife Faces Charges For Driving Under The Influence
Eminem‘s ex-wife, Kim Mathers-Scott, is facing legal issues after being charged with driving while intoxicated. On February 17, TMZ reported that Kim is in trouble
ILoveMemphis Arrested Following Alleged Home Burglaries In Florida
Rapper ILoveMemphis has been arrested for the second time within a week, facing accusations of burglary and causing a disturbance in a South Florida neighborhood.
Florida Rapper Lil Poppa Passed Away At Age 25
Florida rapper Lil Poppa has passed away at the age of 25, as confirmed by the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office on February 18. The
Miami Rapper 360Stizzy Taps Trick Daddy For “Trick Flow” Music Video
Rising indie rapper 360Stizzy is revitalizing the Miami hustling music scene with the electrifying track “Trick Flow”, featuring Mike Smiff. Now, the remix with Trick
Lil Durk’s Lyrics And Video Screenshots Approved As Evidence In Murder Trial
A federal judge has ruled that specific lyrics from Lil Durk’s songs and screenshots from his music videos can be presented as evidence in his
DJ Michael “5000” Watts Honored In Grand Memorial Service
The late DJ Michael “5000” Watts, co-founder of Swishahouse and a pivotal figure in hip-hop, was celebrated in a grand memorial service on February 16
Kanye West And Travis Scott Reportedly Collaborating On Joint Album
Kanye West and Travis Scott may be secretly working on a joint album, according to insights shared by Havoc of Mobb Deep. In a recent
J. Cole Announces Global “The Fall-Off” Tour For 2026
J. Cole is hitting the road for an epic farewell. Following the release of his highly anticipated seventh studio album, “The Fall-Off” — rumored to
Happy Birthday Dr. Dre
Happy Birthday to Dr. Dre, who turns 61 today. He was born on February 18, 1965 in Compton, CA.
R.I.P. Prince Markie Dee
5 year ago today, Prince Markie Dee, a Hip-Hop pioneer, cultural icon, and one of the founding members of the legendary Fat Boys, has passed
Hip-Hop Project Sales Dominating 2026 So Far
The hip-hop scene in 2026 is showing signs of resurgence after years of fluctuating momentum. A report from Billboard in late 2025 revealed a decline
A New Nipsey Hussle Album Is Set To Drop This Summer
A new album featuring Nipsey Hussle and Bino Rideaux is on the horizon, and fans have already been treated to a sneak peek with the
Last Suspect In Young Dolph’s Murder To Take Plea Deal
The final suspect in the murder of rapper Young Dolph is poised to accept a plea deal, more than four years after the tragic incident.
Wiz Khalifa Shares Heartfelt Tribute After Losing His Father
Wiz Khalifa is grieving the loss of his father, Laurence W. Thomaz, who passed away at the age of 63. The 38-year-old rapper took to
Happy Birthday Lupe Fiasco
Happy Birthday to Lupe Fiasco, who turns 44 today. He was born on February 16, 1982 in Chicago, IL.
Happy Birthday Ice-T
Happy Birthday to Ice-T, who turns 68 today. He was born on February 16, 1958 in Newark, NJ.
Happy Birthday The Weeknd
Happy Birthday to The Weeknd, who turns 36 today. He was born on February 16, 1990 in Toronto, Canada.
Happy Birthday Megan Thee Stallion
Happy Birthday to Megan Thee Stallion, who turns 31 today. She was born on February 15, 1995 in San Antonio, TX.
Happy Birthday Birdman
Happy Birthday to Birdman, who turns 57 today. He was born on February 15, 1969 in New Orleans, LA.
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