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Wendy Williams’ Manhattan Penthouse Sold at a $822,000 Loss

By Courtneyb / May 15, 2024

Former daytime talk show host Wendy Williams has faced a series of financial and personal challenges in recent years, culminating...

Ice Spice MetroCards Drop In NYC To Promote Her ‘Y2K’ Album

By Sha Be Allah / May 14, 2024

On Monday(May 13), New York's MTA(Mass Transit Authority) launched exclusive, limited edition MetroCards featuring Bronx rap princess Ice Spice. 50,000...

Mary J. Blige’s Strength of a Woman Festival Takes New York City by Storm

By Courtneyb / May 14, 2024

Over the weekend, the third annual Strength of a Woman Festival and Summit took New York City by storm, thanks...

WATCH: A$AP Rocky Playfully Checks Man Who Hands Rihanna a Rose on Mother’s Day

By Shawn Grant / May 14, 2024

Who wouldn't flirt with Rihanna? The queen was strolling out of a New York City-based event on Sunday, and a...

Today In Hip Hop History: KMD Released Their Debut ‘Mr. Hood’ 33 Years Ago

By Sha Be Allah / May 14, 2024

On this day in Hip-Hop history, the duo KMD released their debut LP, Mr. Hood. Although it may not have...

Today in Hip-Hop History: De La Soul Dropped Their Second LP ‘De La Soul Is Dead’ 33 Years Ago

By Sha Be Allah / May 14, 2024

On this day in Hip Hop history, De La Soul released their second album De La Soul is Dead. Being...

Today in Hip-Hop History: Cam’Ron Released Third Solo Album ‘Come Home With Me’ 22 Years Ago

By Sha Be Allah / May 14, 2024

On this date in 2002, Dipset General Cam'Ron kept the Harlem legacy rolling when he released his third solo album,...

Wendy Williams On Fainting on the Air “It Was really Scary”

Wendy Williams’ Manhattan Penthouse Sold at a $822,000 Loss

Courtneyb

May 15, 2024

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Former daytime talk show host Wendy Williams has faced a series of financial and personal challenges in recent years, culminating in the sale of her beloved Manhattan penthouse at a significant loss. Two ye...

Ice Spice MetroCards Drop In NYC To Promote Her ‘Y2K’ Album

Sha Be Allah

May 14, 2024

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On Monday(May 13), New York's MTA(Mass Transit Authority) launched exclusive, limited edition MetroCards featuring Bronx rap princess Ice Spice. 50,000 of the new MetroCards were released throughout Manhatt...

Mary J. Blige’s Strength of a Woman Festival Takes New York City by Storm

Courtneyb

May 14, 2024

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Over the weekend, the third annual Strength of a Woman Festival and Summit took New York City by storm, thanks to the collaborative efforts of GRAMMY and Emmy Award-winning artist Mary J. Blige, PEPSI®, Live N...

WATCH: A$AP Rocky Playfully Checks Man Who Hands Rihanna a Rose on Mother’s Day

Shawn Grant

May 14, 2024

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Who wouldn't flirt with Rihanna? The queen was strolling out of a New York City-based event on Sunday, and a paparazzi member was outside, wished Rih a Happy Mother's Day, and handed her a single rose. A$AP...

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Today In Hip Hop History: KMD Released Their Debut ‘Mr. Hood’ 33 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

May 14, 2024

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On this day in Hip-Hop history, the duo KMD released their debut LP, Mr. Hood. Although it may not have had much commercial success, Mr. Hood ushered in the career of one of Hip-Hop's most respected figures, M...

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Today in Hip-Hop History: De La Soul Dropped Their Second LP ‘De La Soul Is Dead’ 33 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

May 14, 2024

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On this day in Hip Hop history, De La Soul released their second album De La Soul is Dead. Being one of the first albums to earn the coveted 'Five Mics' from The Source magazine, De La Soul Is Dead marked a...

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Today in Hip-Hop History: Cam’Ron Released Third Solo Album ‘Come Home With Me’ 22 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

May 14, 2024

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On this date in 2002, Dipset General Cam'Ron kept the Harlem legacy rolling when he released his third solo album, Come Home With Me, on the Roc-A-Fella/Def Jam imprint. This was the Harlem native's first r...

[WATCH] Big Daddy Kane Blames Drake Fans For Ruining The Essence Of Hip-Hop Battles

Sha Be Allah

May 14, 2024

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There is no doubt that Big Daddy Kane is one of the most prolific and respected emcees in hip-hop culture. He's probably your favorite rapper's favorite rapper. So it definitely came as a surprise that BDK's p...

Travis Scott Announces 'UTOPIA' Tour on Instagram

Travis Scott Announces More European UTOPIA – Circus Maximus Tour Dates

Sha Be Allah

May 13, 2024

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Travis Scott continues to command the global stage with his groundbreaking UTOPIA – CIRCUS MAXIMUS WORLD TOUR, having sold out all European tour dates upon announcing last Friday, the critically...

[WATCH] Uncle Luke Talks Failed Attempts At Trying To Squash Beef Between Biggie And Tupac

Sha Be Allah

May 13, 2024

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Speaking on Instagram Live over the weekend, Miami Hip Hop pioneer Uncle Luke delved into his unsuccessful efforts to try to broker peace between the Notorious B.I.G. and Tupac Shakur before both of their unti...

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky Take Their Son to the Beach for a Photoshoot

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky Celebrate Son RZA’s Second Birthday in NYC

Shawn Grant

May 13, 2024

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Rihanna and A$AP Rocky continues to give us parenting goals. The two were spotted in New York on Saturday, hosting a part for their song RZA. He will soon be two years old. Rihanna & A$AP Rocky with the...

Happy 55th Birthday To Parrish Smith Of EPMD!

Sha Be Allah

May 13, 2024

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Happy 55th Birthday Parrish J. Smith, better known as "PMD", one half of EPMD EPMD, the famous duo from Brentwood, Long Island, New York, is an acronym that stands for "Erick and Parrish Making Dollars". Th...

Today In Hip Hop History: Remy Ma Sentenced To Eight Years In Prison For Shooting 16 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

May 13, 2024

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On this date in 2008, the Terror Squad's First Lady Remy Ma was sentenced to eight years behind bars in a New York State prison for assault with a weapon, weapon possession and coercion for her role in a 2007 ...

Today In Hip Hop History: Suge Knight Was Knocked Out At L.A. Nightclub 16 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

May 12, 2024

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Just when the entire world thought the former Death Row Records CEO Marios "Suge" Knight was indestructible, the founder of "the world's most dangerous record label" was knocked out in front of a nightclub in ...

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Today In Hip Hop History: DMX Dropped His Debut Album ‘It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot’ 26 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

May 12, 2024

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On this day in Hip Hop history DMX released his debut album It's Dark and Hell Is Hot. This is DMX's most popular project to date, with Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood serving as a close second. Within th...

Nicki Minaj Continues Legal Battle Against Blogger Marley Green

Courtneyb

May 12, 2024

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Nicki Minaj is no stranger to the spotlight, but this time, it's for her ongoing legal dispute with blogger Marley Green, known as "Nosey Heaux," over defamatory accusations. The rapper filed a lawsuit against...

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Nicki Minaj Facing Legal Battle Over Unfulfilled China Concert Deal

Courtneyb

May 11, 2024

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Nicki Minaj's legal woes continue as a former concert promoter seeks to collect a million-dollar judgment from the rapper's company, Pink Personality. The saga stems from a deal made in 2018 for Minaj to perfo...

Rapper G-Eazy Chooses Dinner with JAY-Z Over $500k: A Life-Changing Encounter

Courtneyb

May 11, 2024

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There are debates that spark endless discussions among hip hop fans and artists alike. One such debate revolves around the hypothetical choice between having dinner with JAY-Z or receiving a hefty sum of $500,...

[WATCH] Rapper Lil Jon Turns To Meditation For Inner Peace And Success

Courtneyb

May 10, 2024

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Renowned rapper and producer Lil Jon, known for his boisterous presence and infectious beats, is embracing a new venture that might surprise some of his fans: meditation. The hip-hop icon is gearing up to rele...

Ice Spice Shares Sizzling Photos to Celebrate Her Birthday

Ice Spice Tells Apple Music About New Single, “Gimmie A Light”, Explains What Fans Can Expect From Her Forthcoming Album

Sha Be Allah

May 10, 2024

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ce Spice joins Zane Lowe for New Music Daily on Apple Music 1 for the release of her new single, "Gimmie A Light” out now. Ice also gives hints on her album, Y2K telling Zane, "This will be the last couple tim...