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Today In Hip Hop History: X-Clan Dropped Their Debut Album ‘To The East, Blackwards’ 34 Years Ago

By Sha Be Allah / April 24, 2024

On this day in 1990, "The Verbalizer" Brother J, Professor X "The Overseer", Paradise "The Architect" and DJ Sugar Shaft...

Pharrell Williams Pens Foreword For Celeb Photo Book ‘Big Shots!! Vol. 2’

By Sha Be Allah / April 24, 2024

n 2017, Phillip Leeds released the critically-acclaimed & wildly popular book BIG SHOTS! (Rizzoli). Described at the time as capturing a generation...

Spice 1 Feat. DJ Premier, CL Smooth And Mike Epps “Since The Day”

By Sha Be Allah / April 24, 2024

A true O.G. and undisputed West Coast Royalty, after three prodigious decades in the game, Spice 1’s longevity and influence...

Wendy Williams’ Ex Demands Cut from Lifetime Documentary

By Courtneyb / April 23, 2024

Former daytime talk show host Wendy Williams' ex-husband, Kevin Hunter, made headlines on Friday as he arrived in court for...

[WATCH] Tony Yayo And Uncle Murda Argue About Who Has The Best Career On The Silver Screen

By Sha Be Allah / April 23, 2024

In a truthful, yet hilarious back and forth banter, G-Unit soldiers Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda got into a heated...

[WATCH] Scarface Recalls When Tupac ‘Blew His High’ With Police Prank

By Sha Be Allah / April 23, 2024

During a recent performance on his Behind The Desk Experience Tour, Dirty South Hip Hop legend Scarface paid tribute to...

Saweetie Exposes Quavo DM After He Mentions Her On Chris Brown Diss Record

By Sha Be Allah / April 23, 2024

The back and forth on wax between R&B crooner Chris Brown and Migos member Quavo has taken another unexpected turn...

Today In Hip Hop History: Hip Hop Celebrates Its Birth In The South Bronx 49 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

August 11, 2022

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It was on this day 49 years ago (August 11, 1973) that Kool Herc threw his legendary back-to-school basement party, which would go on to create the foundation for Hip Hop music through the "breakbeat" DJ techn... Read Article

Kanye West, Lil Uzi Vert and Steve Lacy Pop Up With Matching Tattoos

Kim SoMajor

August 10, 2022

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Kanye West, Lil Uzi Vert and Steve Lacy share a Gemini affection and appear to have gotten matching tattoos. Alternative R&B artist Steve Lacey took to social media late Tuesday night to share a photo... Read Article

Young Thug Faces New Gun, Drug And Gang Charges In YSL RICO Indictment

Sha Be Allah

August 10, 2022

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Even after facing a 56-count indictment along with 27 of his other YSL(Young Slime Life) cohorts, Young Thug is now facing a new set of charges in an indictment filed by the Fulton County Prosecutor's Office o... Read Article

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Today In Hip Hop History: Chris Lighty’s Violator Records Released ‘Violator: The Album’ 23 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

August 10, 2022

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On this day in Hip Hop history, the management company and label imprint Violator released their first compilation album entitled Violator: The Album. Showcasing the management team's star-studded talent ... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: NFL Commissioner Calls For Full-Year Suspension For Deshaun Watson

Kim SoMajor

August 10, 2022

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NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is calling for at least a full-year suspension for Cleveland Browns' quarterback Deshaun Watson. Goodell said the evidence from sexual misconduct allegations again... Read Article

LA Sheriff Deputies Allegedly Shared Unauthorized, Disturbing Photos of Kobe Bryant Helicopter Crash Site

Jury Selection To Begin In Trial Over Kobe Bryant Crash Scene Photos

Kim SoMajor

August 10, 2022

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Jury selection is expected to begin today in the trial involving photos taken at the scene of the 2020 helicopter crash that killed NBA legend Kobe Bryant, his teenage daughter and seven others. Bryant's ... Read Article

[Source Exclusive] Irv Gotti Talks “The Murder Inc Story,” $300M Deal, Why There’s No Reunion Tour W/O Ashanti + More

Kim SoMajor

August 9, 2022

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Business mogul and producer Irv Gotti, born Irving Domingo Lorenzo Jr. has been in a number of headlines recently revealing details of his past relationship with Ashanti, the early days of his career in the mu... Read Article

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Today In Hip Hop History: Gravediggaz Dropped Their Debut LP ‘6 Feet Deep’ 28 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

August 9, 2022

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On this date in 1994, WTC affiliates Gravediggaz dropped the crew's groundbreaking debut album 6 Feet Deep. The group, composed of Prince Paul, Frukwan of Stetsasonic, RNS, Grym Reaper, Mr. Sime, and The Abbot... Read Article

Autopsy of Brianna Grier Confirms ‘Blunt Force Trauma’ To Head While in Police Custody

Kim SoMajor

August 9, 2022

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Brianna Grier, who died while in police custody, has an autopsy confirmed for the reason of her death. Reportedly Grier, 28, was having a mental health crisis when her family called 911 for help but the p... Read Article

Ahmaud Arbery’s Parents React Following His Killers Hate Crime Sentence

Kim SoMajor

August 9, 2022

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All three Georgia White men involved in the murder of Ahmaud Arbery are being given additional prison sentences on federal hate crime charges. Travis and Greg McMichael, the father and son who kill... Read Article

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Nicki Minaj Returns To Perform at VMAs and Honored with Michael Jackson Vanguard Award

Kim SoMajor

August 9, 2022

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Rap superstar Nicki Minaj is set to receive MTV's Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award at this year's VMAs. It also was announced that Minaj will be performing at the awards show for the first time since 2018... Read Article

Ellen’s Ex, Actress Anne Heche In Coma Following Fiery Car Crash

Kim SoMajor

August 9, 2022

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Actress Anne Heche is fighting for her life after crashing her car into a home in Los Angeles last week. She's said to be in “extreme critical condition” after slipping into a coma, according to Deadline. He... Read Article

Today In Hip Hop History: Boot Camp Clik’s Sean Price Passed Away Seven Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

August 8, 2022

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The Hip Hop community will never forget the feeling that permeated the atmosphere the morning that everyone woke up to find out that Sean Price aka Hussain Sayyid aka Ruck of the famed Boot Camp Clik duo Helta... Read Article

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Today In Hip Hop History: N.W.A. Dropped Their Second LP ‘Straight Outta Compton’ 34 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

August 8, 2022

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On 8/8/88, Ice Cube, MC Ren, DJ Yella, Eazy E, along with the legendary Dr. Dre from the World Class Wreckin' Crew put together the second N.W.A. album called Straight Outta Compton. This album came on the hee... Read Article

Carl Crawford Talks 1501 Certified’s Future, TikTok, “Where The Freaks” & More

Bryson "Boom" Paul

August 7, 2022

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In the last decade, 1501 Certified Entertainment has grown from another obscure independent outfit into one of the most talked about record labels in today’s Hip Hop with former baseball star-turned-founder an... Read Article

Watch New 6-Part Docu-Series “Funny My Way” with Comedian J.B. Smoove

Kim SoMajor

August 7, 2022

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Funny My Way is a new original comedy docu-series narrated by comedian J.B. Smoove (Real Husbands of Hollywood, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Almost Christmas). The six-part Audible Original pays homage to s... Read Article

ICYMI: U.S. Declares State Of Emergency Amid Monkeypox Virus Outbreak

Kim SoMajor

August 7, 2022

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Monkeypox virus cases are on the rise across the country. The Biden administration is declaring the monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency in the U.S. White House COVID Response Coordinator Dr. ... Read Article

Former Couple Khloe Kardashian and Tristan Thompson “Incredibly Grateful” and Welcome Baby #2

Kim SoMajor

August 6, 2022

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Khloe Kardashian and Tristan Thompson are welcoming their second baby into the world. A representative for the Kardashian family announced it was a healthy baby boy and that the family is "incredibly grateful... Read Article

Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson Reportedly Split After 9 Months

Kim SoMajor

August 6, 2022

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‘Kete’ is officially done. Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson have called it quits after nine months of dating. The Skims owner and former Saturday Night Live comedian were confirmed to be dating back in October... Read Article

[WATCH] DJ Khaled Reunites With Drake and Lil Baby “Staying Alive”

Kim SoMajor

August 6, 2022

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DJ Khaled uncovers his new mega anthem and music video, “Staying Alive” featuring Drake and Lil Baby. The new single follows the recipe of quite a few smashes the executive producer and rap stars have unlea... Read Article