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Happy 69th Birthday To Hip Hop Pioneer Coke La Rock!

By Sha Be Allah / April 25, 2024

On this date, we celebrate the born day of the very first person to be considered an emcee in the...

Today In Hip Hop History: Mobb Deep’s Classic ‘The Infamous’ LP Released 29 Years Ago

By Sha Be Allah / April 25, 2024

Much more successful than their debut, The Infamous is hailed as a New York classic. Its gritty underground style is a staple...

WATCH: Amanda Seales Says She Does Not Feel Protected by Issa Rae

By Shawn Grant / April 25, 2024

Amanda Seales is the latest person to hit Shannon Sharpe's Club Shay Shay and speak her mind. During her visit...

Kid Cudi Cancels ‘INSANO’ Tour After Breaking His Ankle

By Shawn Grant / April 25, 2024

Fans looking forward to seeing Kid Cudi will have to wait for another time. The star has canceled his Insano...

Eric B. And Rakim Congratulate Rock N’ Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees Despite Being Snubbed

By Sha Be Allah / April 24, 2024

One of the most recognized duos in Hip Hop, Eric B. & Rakim, were nominated for the 2024 Rock N'...

Tupac’s Estate Issues Cease-and-Desist Letter to Drake Over AI-Voice in “Taylor Made Freestyle”

By Shawn Grant / April 24, 2024

The Tupac Shakur estate has warned Drake for using an AI-generated voice of the late rap icon in his diss...

Suge Knight Says 2Pac’s Voice Next to Snoop’s on Drake’s Diss Track Isn’t a ‘Good Look’

By Shawn Grant / April 24, 2024

Suge Knight doesn't like Drake's "Taylor Made Freestyle" diss to Kendrick Lamar. Not because it attacked Lamar, but because it...

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Tekashi 6ix9ine’s Cars Seized by IRS in Florida

Shawn Grant

April 17, 2024

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The IRS visited Tekashi 6ix9ine just two days after Tax Day. While his home likely received a visit due to past issues, the timing is impeccable. According to TMZ, the Palm Beach Sherrif's Ofifice pulled up... Read Article

Baby, Baby, Baby: Ashanti Announces She’s Engaged and Pregnant With First Child

Shirley Ju

April 17, 2024

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Congratulations are in order! We've all been overjoyed seeing Ashanti and Nelly rekindle the flame; now, the lovebirds welcome a newborn on the horizon. In addition to her pregnancy announcement, Ashanti e... Read Article

NBA Youngboy Arrested on Drug, Weapons and Identity Fraud Charges

Shawn Grant

April 17, 2024

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NBA Youngboy has once again been arrested. According to reports, Youngboy has been arrested by the Cache Country Sheriff's Office. Youngboy, born Kentrell Gaulden, was booked Tuesday night and arrested whil... Read Article

Sexyy Red Causes Split Social Media Reaction After Twerking in Front of Her Son

Shawn Grant

April 17, 2024

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Sexyy Red celebrated her birthday and went out twerking. The issue in certain social media sectors is her son, who is looking on in the moment. Red's butt is in full view of the child, and another woman would ... Read Article

Happy 54th Birthday To Hip Hop Legend Redman!

Sha Be Allah

April 17, 2024

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A very big Happy Birthday shout-out goes out to Hip-Hop legend and actor Redman. The Newark, NJ bred veteran turns a half-century today and is showing no signs of slowing down; his progress of constantly going... Read Article

Chance the Rapper Mistaken for Quavo by Ghanian Fan

Chance the Rapper Says His Birthday Wish is for Young Thug to be Done with ‘Circus of a Trial’

Shawn Grant

April 17, 2024

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Chance the Rapper had one wish for his 31st birthday: Free Young Thug. Hitting Instagram, Chance shared a message. “For my birthday I just wish my brother was home with his family,” Chance posted on Instagr... Read Article

Benzino Rants About Eminem on Drink Champs

Benzino Wants Rap Battle With Eminem, Says it Would be ‘Great for Hip-Hop’

Shawn Grant

April 17, 2024

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With the whole rap world at each other's necks, you know Benzino would continue to bait Eminem. Speaking with TMZ, Benzino revealed his "Rap Elvis" track but a battery in his back to take on Slim Shady. "I'... Read Article

Memphis Bleek Announces Birth of His New Daughter

Memphis Bleek Announces New ‘Roc Solid’ Show

Shawn Grant

April 17, 2024

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Memphis Bleek is getting into the podcast game, announcing the Roc Solid show. Hitting Instagram, Bleek revealed the pod is on the way and features Young Guru, Young Chris, Freeway, N.O.R.E., and Ja Rule as op... Read Article

WATCH: Rick Ross Asks Why Drake Let Birdman’s Miami Mansion Go Into Foreclosure

Shawn Grant

April 17, 2024

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Rick Ross isn't an easy troll. Drake attempted to shade Rick Ross by saying he isn't as rich as him and poking fun at the size of his Star Island mansion. Rozay immediately clapped back, asking why Drake didn'... Read Article

Joe Budden Reacts to Logic’s “It Was a Good Day” Cover

Joe Budden Credits His Love of ‘Escorts’ Gives Him Info on Drake

Shawn Grant

April 17, 2024

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To all rappers who are looking to hire escorts, fair warning: don't tell them anything! Joe Budden revealed that his knowledge of how Drake moves comes from frequenting escorts. "I think most of my Drake in... Read Article

Big Boi Says He Has ‘A Different Type of Hurt’ Over Rico Wade’s Death

Shawn Grant

April 17, 2024

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Big Boi is speaking out on losing his longtime friend and collaborator Rico Wade. Wade died last week. Hitting Instagram, Big Boi revealed he is experiencing "a different type of hurt." This is a different ... Read Article

Yungeen Ace Arrested on Gun Possession in Florida

Shawn Grant

April 17, 2024

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Rapper Yungeen Ace was arrested in Jacksonville Beach, Florida for gun possession. As of Tuesday, Ace remained in jail. Complex notes, Ace, born Keyanta Bullard, was pulled over after failure to yield and e... Read Article

Coco Jones, Beyoncé, SZA, Kendrick Lamar, and Latto Among 2023 BET Awards Winners

SZA and the Killers to Headline Inaugural Sudden Little Thrills Music Festival

Sha Be Allah

April 17, 2024

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SZA and The Killers are set to headline the inaugural edition of Sudden Little Thrills Music Festival, a new two-day music festival taking place September 7-8 at Hazelwood Green i... Read Article

9th Wonder’s Swank & King Draft ‘Vice City’ Album Dropping This Week

Sha Be Allah

April 16, 2024

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Swank & King Draft's highly anticipated album, VICE CITY, produced under the esteemed guidance of legendary producer 9th Wonder. Dropping this Friday, April 19th, this album is a culmin... Read Article

Kenneth Perry Requests Court Permission To Go on ‘Pink Friday 2’ World Tour

Sha Be Allah

April 16, 2024

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According to court documents obtained by TMZ, Nicki Minaj's husband, Kenneth Petty, is asking a court for permission to travel out of the country so he can join her on tour in Europe. He says he'll be needed o... Read Article

Chance The Rapper Unveils Star Line Gallery Art Piece “The Last Stair” In Collaboration With Thelonious Stokes At EXPO CHICAGO

Sha Be Allah

April 16, 2024

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Over the weekend, Chance the Rapper took center stage both in the art world and in philanthropy, showcasing his multifaceted talents and commitment to his community. SocialWorks, the youth empowerment chari... Read Article

Slum Village Reveals Tracklist, Cover Art, And May 3rd Release Date For New Album ‘F.U.N’

Sha Be Allah

April 16, 2024

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As Slum Village pushes through the second half of their second month-long Europe tour in the past year, T3 and Young RJ unveiled the tracklist, cover art, and official M... Read Article

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Mal Says Drake Turned Off Rick Ross’s Diss After He Claimed to Have More Money

Shawn Grant

April 16, 2024

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Mal is back with more insights into the OVO Camp. On episode 260 of the New Rory and Mal podcast, Mal revealed he contacted Drake to check the temperature. Mal asked Drake what he felt about Rick Ross's dis... Read Article

Kim Kardashian Proclaims Her Daughter North West, 10, Stylist of the Year

Sourcestaff

April 16, 2024

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The apple doesn’t fall too far west from the tree because one of the world’s most famous daughters, North West, has been showing her style is on par with her mega-celebrity mom, Kim Kardashian. North West ... Read Article

Will Smith Surprises Fans at Coachella, Joining J. Balvin Onstage For ‘Men in Black’ Performance

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April 16, 2024

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Will Smith unexpectedly appeared onstage at Coachella with Latin star J Balvin on Sunday night. The performance was themed around UFOs, and Smith was dressed full on “Men in Black,” channeling his iconic chara... Read Article