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Travis Scott Donates $1M to Black College Students To Ensure They Graduate

By Sha Be Allah / May 18, 2022

According to a report from TMZ, rapper Travis Scott has decided to give Black college students a large monetary incentive...

Keith Presley Communicates His Life Experience in Recently Released ‘It’s a Dirty Game: Memoirs of a Hustler’

By Shawn Grant / May 16, 2022

Not very often, is there a success story when transitioning from the streets. Not only that; But to seemingly turn...

“Prince Rogers Nelson Way” Approved by Minneapolis Planning Commission for Street Renaming

By Kim SoMajor / May 14, 2022

The Minneapolis City Planning Commission is moving forward with a proposal to rename part of First Avenue in honor of...

Minneapolis Planning Commission Approves Renaming Of Street For Prince

By Kim SoMajor / May 10, 2022

The Minneapolis City Planning Commission is moving forward with a proposal to rename part of First Avenue in honor of...

Big L Will Be Honored With A Street Named After Him In Harlem

By HesAlwaysWrite / May 9, 2022

One of the first rappers to make it big with the name Big, the late Big L, will be honored...

Kehlani Says She Won’t Do Any More Interviews, Cites Mental Health

By Zoe Zorka / May 9, 2022

May is Mental Health Awareness month and artist Kehlani is using her platform to explain why she is planning on...

Mariah Carey Shares Sweet 11th Birthday Message for her Twins

By Zoe Zorka / May 2, 2022

Time flies when you're having as much fun (or as busy) as Mariah Carey apparently! The superstar took to Instagram...

Kanye West spotted courtside at Lakers game with new girlfriend Chaney Jones

Zoe Zorka

March 12, 2022

Hip Hop Community News, Uncategorized

On Friday night, Kanye West took a break from promoting Donda 2, but he definitely didn't take a break from fueling the gossip mill. Ye joined new (reported) girlfriend Chaney Jones to watch the Lakers take on... Read Article

[LISTEN] Bank of America’s 911 Call About Ryan Coogler Released

Sha Be Allah

March 11, 2022

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After the uproar and criticism over Black Panther director Ryan Coogler being detained in Bank of America after requesting a discreet $12K withdrawal, the audio of the 911 call placed by the BOA teller in Atla... Read Article

Kanye West’s ‘Donda 2’ Ruled Ineligible for Billboard Charts

Zoe Zorka

March 8, 2022

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Despite the hype surrounding his latest album release, Billboard magazine has announced that Kanye West's Donda 2 will be ineligible for placement on the Billboard charts. The controversy stems from Ye's de... Read Article

Chicago’s DJk.o Says Drill Music Helps Inner City Kids Provide For Their Family

Kim SoMajor

March 7, 2022

Hip Hop Community News, Hip Hop Culture | Hip Hop Arts and Lifestyle, Mental health

“I work in music to make people feel good. My position allows me to create a positive and fun environment for people to escape some harsh realities of a cold world.” Ramon House profesional known as Djk.o is a... Read Article

Ex-Detective Not Guilty Of Charges Connected To Breonna Taylor’s Deadly Raid

Kim SoMajor

March 4, 2022

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The only LMPD officer charged in connection to the deadly raid on Breonna Taylor's apartment is not guilty of wanton endangerment. The jury found former Detective Brett Hankison not guilty and acquitted hi... Read Article

XBOX and Dwight Howard Surprises Boys & Girls Club with State-of-the-Art Gaming Dream Spaces

Shawn Grant

March 4, 2022

Hip Hop Community News

Xbox expanded its sponsorship with the Los Angeles Lakers to inspire generations of athletes to reach for the stars while turning dreams into reality both on and off the court. To commemorate the occasion, Xbo... Read Article

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Brooklyn Nets and New York Liberty Open Food Pantry With Hospital for Special Surgery in Ocean Hill Brownsville

Shawn Grant

March 3, 2022

Hip Hop Community News

The Brooklyn Nets, New York Liberty, and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have partnered up to develop The Brooklyn Nets and New York Liberty Food Pantry provided by HSS to assist address food insecurity in ... Read Article

Preserving Legacy: Nonprofit Organization Grants More Than $650,000 To Five HBCUs

Kim SoMajor

March 2, 2022

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A nonprofit organization is granting more than 650-thousand dollars to five Historically Black Colleges and Universities. According to the Miami Herald, The National Trust for Historic Preservation announ... Read Article

Remy Ma Makes History With Successful Launch of Female Battle Rap League, Chrome 23

Ime Ekpo

February 28, 2022

Her Source, Hip Hop Community News

Yesterday (Feb. 27), history was made in the battle rap world. Remy Ma officially launched her all-female battle rap league, Chrome 23, with the inaugural "Queens Get The Money" inaugurated in New York City. I... Read Article

DJ Cassidy Celebrates Intersection of Reggae and Hip-Hop Culture with ‘Pass the Mic’ BET Afterparty Special

Zoe Zorka

February 26, 2022

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As Black History Month comes to a close, the 2022 NAACP Image Awards cap off a month celebrating black contributions to society. After the ceremony on Saturday, February 26, the celebrating will continue in a ... Read Article

Audiomack & Black Music Action Coalition Launch ‘Black Music Executives Are The Future’ Paid Internship & Mentorship Program

Shawn Grant

February 24, 2022

Hip Hop Community News, Tech

The Black Music Action Coalition and Audiomack, an artist-first music streaming and discovery platform, today announced the launch of "Black Music Executives Are The Future," an internship and mentorship progr... Read Article

Love Wins: Da Brat and Jesseca Dupart Wed on 2-22-22

Kim SoMajor

February 24, 2022

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Congratulations to Da Brat and Jesseca. The Grammy-nominated rapper tied the knot with her fiancé, Kaleidoscope Hair founder Jesseca Dupart. The couple, who are expecting their first child together, soli... Read Article

Former NBA Player Royce White Announced He Is Running For Congress

Jason Cordner

February 23, 2022

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Former NBA baller Royce White is running for Congress, he announced Tuesday. White is running for Minnesota’s fifth congressional U.S. representative seat, currently held by Democrat Ilhan Omar. The former Io... Read Article

Kel Mitchell From Good Burger Displays His Devotion with New Song “Blessed Mode”

Kim SoMajor

February 23, 2022

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Kel Mitchell has taken on a new role since starring in Nickelodeon's iconic movie Good Burger. The two-time Emmy Award-nominated actor, producer, and comedian has now dedicated his life to God and ha... Read Article

National Museum Of African American Music Celebrates One Year

Kim SoMajor

February 23, 2022

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The National Museum of African American Music in Nashville has been open for just over a year and they're celebrating. According to museum officials, there have been 110-thousand visitors from countries a... Read Article

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Victory Restaurant and Lounge Primed to be NYC’s New Home for Culture’s Biggest Stars

Shawn Grant

February 23, 2022

Events, Hip Hop Community News

Victory Restaurant and Lounge has announced the grand opening of their new restaurant location at 221 W 38th St. in midtown Manhattan, which will provide a wide range of excellent comfort cuisine, cocktails, h... Read Article

CONGRATS: It’s Big Day For Da Brat and Fiancé Jesseca Dupart

Kim SoMajor

February 22, 2022

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Today is a big day for Da Brat and Jesseca. The Grammy-nominated rapper is set to tie the knot with her fiancé, Kaleidoscope Hair founder Jesseca Dupart. The couple, who are expecting their first child tog... Read Article

ICYMI: Megan Thee Stallion Launches Non-Profit In Honor Of Her Late Parents

Kim SoMajor

February 20, 2022

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Megan Thee Stallion has launched a non-profit in honor of her late parents on her birthday. The Pete and Thomas Foundation will support charitable programs in the Houston area. The foundation was named aft... Read Article

New Los Angeles Exhibition Celebrates The Black History of Memes

Kim SoMajor

February 18, 2022

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Los Angeles Instagram exhibit to showcase Black History of Memes. From the evolution of photos and GIFs, to short videos, the Black meme community has become a pivotal part of pop culture on social media. O... Read Article

Rotimi & Fiancee Vanessa MDee Launch Wellness App “For The Better”

Bryson "Boom" Paul

February 18, 2022

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On February 17, per a press release, singer, songwriter, actor Rotimi and fiancee-television personality Vanessa MDee announces the launch of For The Better, a wellness platform for “those who love, love and s... Read Article