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Eminem Honors Proof 20 Years After His Passing
Eminem is known for keeping his personal reflections off social media, but occasionally, he shares heartfelt messages that mark significant moments. April 11 marked 20
Battle Rapper Fox 5 Shot Dead By NYPD After Machete Attack
Bronx battle rapper Anthony Griffin, known by his stage name Fox 5, was fatally shot by NYPD detectives at the age of 44 following a
Happy Birthday Ty Dolla Sign
Happy Birthday to Ty Dolla Sign, who turns 44 today. He was born on April 13, 1982 in Los Angeles, CA.
BLIZM Releases Fresh Track “Clean Up Nice”
BLIZM makes a strong comeback to the music scene with the release of a new single and his new album, “The Dangerous Unc”. The dynamic
R.I.P. Proof
20 years ago today, the Hip-Hop community mourned the loss of Proof, a pivotal figure in Detroit’s rap scene and a founding member of D12.
Remy Ma Takes Aim At Papoose And Claressa Shields
It might have seemed like Remy Ma was turning a blind eye to her ex Papoose and his ties to Claressa Shields, but the New
Diddy’s Lawyers Argue For His Release From Prison
Diddy‘s legal team is pushing for his release from prison, claiming that his so-called “freak-offs” should be regarded as amateur adult content. On Thursday (April
Offset Shares Emotional Message After Hospital Release
After a frightening encounter at a Florida casino, Offset has broken his silence, expressing gratitude and detailing his plans for the future following his release
Happy Birthday Ken Carson
Happy Birthday to Ken Carson, who turns 26 today. He was born on April 11, 2000 in Atlanta, GA.
Gucci Mane Disses Pooh Shiesty On New Track “Crash Dummy”
Gucci Mane seems to confront matters involving Pooh Shiesty in his latest track, “Crash Dummy,” which debuted today (April 10). The song alludes to an
Victim Calls Afrika Bambaataa “The Greatest Child Predator”
News of the alleged passing of hip-hop pioneer Afrika Bambaataa has emerged, sparking mixed reactions across the community. While his contributions to the genre remain
Pooh Shiesty Denied Bail In Alleged Gucci Mane Robbery
Pooh Shiesty has reportedly been denied bail in his federal case concerning allegations of kidnapping and robbery tied to Gucci Mane. On April 8, the
Afrika Bambaataa Dead At 68
Afrika Bambaataa, a trailblazing figure in hip-hop and one of the genre’s foundational pioneers, has passed away at the age of 68. As reported by
FBI Claims Gucci Mane Provided Statement About Pooh Shiesty
The FBI has reported that Gucci Mane provided a statement to police concerning an alleged robbery and kidnapping involving Pooh Shiesty and eight other individuals
Desiigner Expresses Suicidal Thoughts During 911 Call
In a troubling incident, Desiigner made a 911 call in which he expressed suicidal thoughts while engaging in a heated dispute with the mother of
Offset Addresses Lil Tjay After The Shooting
Offset reacted to Lil Tjay’s remarks made during an intense interview on April 7, shortly after the Bronx artist exited Broward County Jail in Florida.
Happy Birthday Q Tip
Happy Birthday to Q Tip, who turns 56 today. He was born on April 10, 1970 in New York City, NY.
Happy Birthday Babyface
Happy Birthday to Babyface, who turns 67 today. He was born on April 10, 1959 in Indianapolis, IN.
R.I.P. Afrika Bambaataa
Today, Afrika Bambaataa, a pioneer and cornerstone of Hip-Hop culture, has passed away at the age of 68. Rising from the Bronx during the formative
R.I.P. DMX
5 years ago today, the New York rapper passed away on April 9, 2021, leaving a legacy through a music catalog that had a profound
Happy Birthday Dej Loaf
Happy Birthday to Dej Loaf, who turns 35 today. She was born on April 8, 1991 in Detroit, MI.
Police Claims Lil Tjay’s Associate Allegedly Shot Offset
Police are investigating an incident involving Lil Tjay and Offset following a reported altercation that escalated into gunfire outside a Florida casino. According to a
Lil Tjay Posts Bond And Calls Offset A “Rat”
Lil Tjay has been released on bond following his arrest for disorderly conduct in connection with the non-fatal shooting involving Offset outside the Hard Rock
50 Cent’s Three-Part Documentary Set To Premiere On Hulu
50 Cent is stepping into the spotlight with a three-part documentary coming to Hulu, shifting his focus from telling others’ stories to sharing his own.
Post Malone Teases 40-Track Double Album “The Eternal Buzz”
Post Malone is set to make a grand return to the music scene with his bold and highly ambitious new project. Following the record-breaking success
Lil Tjay Not Involved In Offset Shooting, Lawyer Says
Lil Tjay, whose real name is Tione Jayden Merritt, was neither injured nor involved in the incident where Offset sustained a gunshot wound, his lawyer
Quavo Responds To News Of Offset Being Shot In Florida
Offset has made headlines after it was reported that the artist was shot at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida. While
Lil Tjay Reportedly Arrested Following Offset Shooting
Offset was reportedly shot outside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida. TMZ was the first to break the story, although DJ
Lil Nas X Ordered To Complete Mental Health Program
Lil Nas X has been directed to complete a mental health program as part of an agreement to have his felony assault charges dismissed. The
Offset Suffers Gunshot Wound, Hospitalized In Florida
On Monday (April 6), Offset was injured in a shooting outside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida. A representative for the
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