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May 24, 2020

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Dwight Arrington Myers, better known as Heavy D would have turned 53 years old today. Heavy D & the Boyz were the first group signed to Uptown Records by the late Andre Harrell. Heavy D was the frontman... Read Article

Rapper KJ Balla Shot and Killed In Brooklyn

May 24, 2020

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For the third time this year, Brooklyn is mourning the loss of another rapper after KJ Balla was gunned down on Friday in the East New York section of Brooklyn. He was 23 years old. According to reports, Ba... Read Article

Producers Lord Finesse, DJ Premier and Showbiz Denounce Big L ‘Foul Child’ Documentary: Totally Wrong

May 23, 2020

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Producer/MC Lord Finesse met Big L on125th street in Harlem years ago and went on to create classics alongside their group Diggin' In the Crates. Following his untimely passing, Mass Appeal recently announced ... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: Former NFL QB Ryan Leaf Arrested Again; Domestic Battery Charge

May 23, 2020

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Former NFL quarterback Ryan Leaf, 44, was arrested on Friday on a charge of misdemeanor domestic battery. According to reports, Leaf was arrested around 2 p.m. in Palm Desert, California. He was then booke... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: Caylin Newton, Cam’s Brother, Continues Legacy and Comes To Auburn

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May 23, 2020

Cam Newton's little brother, Caylin Newton is following in big bro's footsteps, deciding to play football at Auburn University. https://twitter.com/NewtonCaylin/status/1263988059764293632?s=20 Cam won ... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: Japanese Wrestler Hana Kimura Dies At 22

May 23, 2020

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Professional Japanese wrestler, Hana Kimura has died at the age of 22. She recently appeared in the latest series of Netflix's reality show Terrace House. https://twitter.com/we_are_stardom/status/12640459... Read Article

Today in Hip-Hop History: Eminem’s Third Album ‘The Marshall Mathers LP’ Turns 20!

May 23, 2020

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On this day two decades ago in Hip Hop history, Eminem released his third and most successful studio album, The Marshall Mathers LP. Executive produced by Dr. Dre and released under Aftermath/Interscope Rec... Read Article

Santana Fox Releases ‘Mystique’ Continuing Musical Legacy Of Her Father Prodigy

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May 22, 2020

Santana Fox is back with another one, to help you during these difficult times. The daughter of Mobb Deep frontman, Prodigy, has been blazing her own path and continues with new single "Mystique". https... Read Article

#JoeBidenIsARacist And #YouAintBlack Trending Against Democratic Presidential Candidate

May 22, 2020

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Well that escalated very quickly as former Vice President Joe Biden has drawn the ire of the American Diaspora. https://twitter.com/Jacksonlzz/status/1263862903951839233?s=20 The Democratic Presidenti... Read Article

[WATCH] Couple Abandons 6-Year-Old Girl At Queens Intersection For ‘Crying Like A B****’

May 22, 2020

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A Long Island mom and her boyfriend were charged with abandoning her 6-year-old daughter Emma at a busy Queens intersection then tossed a bag with the girl’s belongings out the window before driving off. Pr... Read Article

[WATCH] Black Thought Speaks On Lyricists And Top 10 MC Lists With Fatman Scoop On IG Live

May 22, 2020

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Every night at 7pm Fatman Scoop gets on IG Live with some of our favorite celebrities. His live show is lighthearted and comedic as the Fat Man likes to do. Check out the recent conversation with Black Though... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: NFL Team Owners Introduce Incentives For Hiring Coaches of Color

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May 22, 2020

The NFL has been criticized forever about its lack of diversity in coaching and executive positions. However, on Tuesday, the league’s 32 owners took steps to increase diversity in the league’s leadership rank... Read Article

Happy Birthday to Compton Legend MC Eiht!

May 22, 2020

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Today (May 22) marks the 48th birthday of Compton-born gangster rapper MC Eiht. Known for his role in the 1993 cult classic film, Menace II Society, MC Eiht created an entire body of work out of his experienc... Read Article

Today in Hip Hop History: Eric B. and Rakim’s Third LP ‘Let The Rhythm Hit Em’ Turns 30!

May 22, 2020

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On this date in 1990, DJ Eric B. and Hip Hop's number one microphone fiend Rakim dropped LP number three entitled Let The Rhythm Hit 'Em. One of our most coveted Five Mic classics, Let The Rhythm Hit 'Em's ... Read Article

DMX On Verzuz Battle: Eminem Don’t Want It

May 21, 2020

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As the matchups for Verzuz battles become a regular topic of conversation among music heads, the argument of who should go up against DMX is one either one of the two greatest to touch the mic; Eminem of Jay-Z... Read Article

HOT 97 and WBLS FoodBank for New York City Fundraiser Donates More Than 225K Meals for Community

May 21, 2020

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WQHT-FM HOT 97, #1 for Hip Hop and WBLS-FM 107.5, #1 for R&B surpass original goals of 97,000 and 107,000 meals, respectively, for Food Bank For New York City with a whopping grand total of more than 225,0... Read Article

[WATCH] ‘Little Women: Atlanta’ Star’s Funeral Live Streamed Due to COVID Pandemic

May 21, 2020

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Little Women: Atlanta cast members attended the funeral for castmate Ashley Ross, known to fans of the reality show "Ms. Minnie". Minnie passed from injuries following a "hit and run car accident in Atlanta, G... Read Article

R&B Sensation Tinashe Sued By Australian Producer for Stealing Music

May 21, 2020

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According to a report from TheBlast, R&B songstress Tinashe has been named in a federal lawsuit, accused of copyright infringement and fraudulent representation for allegedly stealing music from an Austral... Read Article

Roddy Ricch Cops 7 Diamond Championship Rings For Crew Following Grammy Win

May 21, 2020

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Compton rapper Roddy Ricch copped his entire crew diamond-encrusted rings that resemble sports championship rings after bringing home the golden phonograph for his Grammy win. Created by celebrity jeweler E... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: Can Ohio State Bring Fans Back in the Arena To Sports? They Say ‘Yes!’