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Don Toliver’s “OCTANE” Secures Top Spot On Billboard 200
Don Toliver’s latest album, “OCTANE”, secures the top spot on the Billboard 200 this week. The new studio project opens with 162,000 equivalent album units
50 Cent Explains Why He No Longer Releases New Music
50 Cent has shed light on why he no longer releases new music, addressing the topic during a recent interview with Rolling Stone. In the
J. Cole Fans Revisit DMX’s Praise Of Him After “The Fall-Off” Homage
J. Cole fans are reflecting on DMX’s past praise of the rapper after Cole paid tribute to the late hip-hop legend on his latest album,
Happy Birthday Project Pat
Happy Birthday to Project Pat, who turns 53 today. He was born on February 8, 1973 in Memphis, TN.,
J. Cole Honors Fayetteville With “Two Six” Music Video
J. Cole continues to reveal “The Fall-Off” by unveiling a compelling music video for “Two Six,” the opening track of the album’s first disc. Among
Lil Jon Confirms His Son Has Passed Away
Lil Jon has shared the heartbreaking news of his son, DJ Young Slade’s, passing after he went missing in Georgia earlier this week. The rapper
J. Cole Resolves 2Pac And Biggie’s Beef On New Album “The Fall-Off”
J. Cole’s latest album, “The Fall-Off”, has finally arrived, and it features a particularly poignant track that channels the perspectives of two of hip-hop’s most
EsDeeKid Keeps The Energy Alive With New “Omens” Video
Currently electrifying stages across North America, Liverpool-based rapper EsDeeKid has unveiled his new single, “Omens”. The enigmatic artist, who once sparked rumors of being Timothée
J. Cole’s Final Album “The Fall-Off” Has Arrived
After eight long years of anticipation, J. Cole‘s highly awaited album “The Fall-Off” is finally here. Introduced back in 2015, the record has been labeled
Alleged Lil Durk Associate OTF Jam Claps Back At Critics From Prison
Following Lil Durk‘s arrest in 2024, a picture of OTF Jam allegedly eating McDonald’s in an interrogation room quickly made the rounds online. Lil Durk
Diddy’s Appeal Hearing Date Has Officially Been Scheduled
Diddy’s appeal date has finally been set, marking a significant moment in the rapper and business tycoon’s ongoing legal battle. Reports reveal that his appeal
Lil Jon’s Son Missing In Georgia
Lil Jon is facing a deeply concerning situation as his son, DJ Young Slade, has been reported missing in Georgia. The Milton Police Department in
Pooh Shiesty Gifts His Mom A $1.1 Million Home
Pooh Shiesty recently surprised his mother, Gladys Baines, with a lavish $1.1 million house. On February 3, the rapper shared heartwarming clips on his Instagram
Kid From Kid ‘N Play Opens Up About Undergoing Heart Transplant
Christopher “Kid” Reid, one half of the legendary hip-hop duo Kid ‘N Play, recently shared his experience of undergoing a heart transplant in 2025. During
Cam’ron Sheds Light On $500K J. Cole Lawsuit
Cam’ron has opened up about his headline-grabbing lawsuit against J. Cole, where he’s seeking at least $500,000 related to a failed collaboration agreement with the
50 Cent Taunts Floyd Mayweather Over $340M Showtime Lawsuit
50 Cent continues to fan the flames of his longstanding feud with Floyd Mayweather, taking aim at the legendary boxer over a $340 million lawsuit
Happy Birthday Kevin Gates
Happy Birthday to Kevin Gates, who turns 40 today. He was born on February 5, 1986 in Baton Rouge, LA.
R.I.P. Irv Gotti
1 year ago today, a pioneering architect of late-90s and early-2000s Hip-Hop and R&B, Irv redefined the sound and industry dynamics of the time through Murder
21 Savage Reportedly Loses 25 Million Spotify Streams
Songs from 21 Savage’s latest studio album, “What Happened To The Streets?”, released in December, have allegedly lost 25 million streams on Spotify. While no
Happy Birthday That Mexican OT
Happy Birthday to That Mexican OT, who turns 27 today. He was born on February 2, 1999 in Bay City, TX.
Diddy Files Statement In NBC Lawsuit, Denies Involvement In Multiple Deaths
Diddy has issued a formal statement regarding his ongoing defamation lawsuit against NBC over claims made in the documentary “Diddy: The Making of a Bad
Cardi B Addresses Viral Rumor Surrounding Her Child With Stefon Diggs
Cardi B and Stefon Diggs often find themselves at the center of public speculation, whether it’s about their personal lives or professional endeavors. Last November,
Swishahouse Founder Michael “5000” Watts Dead At 52
Swishahouse founder Michael “5000” Watts has passed away at the age of 52. His family confirmed the tragic news on January 30 through an official
Snoop Dogg Shared A Message After Death Of His Granddaughter
Snoop Dogg has expressed his support for his daughter, Cori Broadus, following the heartbreaking loss of her infant daughter, as messages of sympathy and tributes
Nicki Minaj Called for Don Lemon’s Arrest Amid Church Protest Controversy
Nicki Minaj expressed a desire for Don Lemon to face arrest following his participation in a church protest, and recent events show he has now
J. Cole Explains “The Fall-Off” Cover, Confirms It Will Be A Double Album
J. Cole shared insights into the artwork for his upcoming double album “The Fall-Off”, along with confirmation of its expanded concept. The project features two
Kendrick Lamar Becomes The Most Awarded Rapper In Grammy History
Kendrick Lamar has etched his name in history at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, officially becoming the most awarded rapper in the history of the
Here Are The 2026 Grammy Winners
The Grammy Awards made their way back to L.A.’s Crypto.com Arena on Sunday (February 1), with Trevor Noah taking on hosting duties for the sixth
Happy Birthday Lola Brooke
Happy Birthday to Lola Brooke, who turns 32 today. She was born on February 1, 1994 in Brooklyn, NY.
Cheryl “Salt” James – Salt Of The Earth
Cheryl “Salt” James is a pioneering force in hip-hop, and a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee. As a founding member of Salt-N-Pepa, she
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