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Run the Jewels, Yeah Yeah Yeahs and More Set for Pitchfork Music Festival

By Shawn Grant / February 21, 2020

Pitchfork Music Festival is set to celebrate its 15th anniversary this summer. The festival will return to Chicago's Union Park...

[RECAP] ‘Love Is Blind’ NYC Private Screening

By Sha Be Allah / February 20, 2020

Not many films can capture the magic of creating a great and engaging narrative. Even fewer can do multiple storylines...

The Weeknd Set for ‘After Hours’ Tour

By Shawn Grant / February 20, 2020

With his After Hours album set for a March 20 release, The Weeknd is getting ready to hit the world...

Exclusive: Al Harrington and Ericka Pittman Talk Viola Brands Bringing Cannabis to All-Star Weekend and Company Expansion

By Shawn Grant / February 19, 2020

With NBA All-Star hitting a city that is new to recreational cannabis in Chicago, Viola arrived, gathering some of the...

Moët & Chandon and Jonathan Mannion Celebrate Don ‘Don C.’ Crawley and Kristen Noel Crawley in Chicago

By Shawn Grant / February 18, 2020

During NBA All-Star Weekend, Moët & Chandon teamed with cultural photographer Jonathan Mannion to celebrity Chicago power-couple Don “Don C.” Crawley...

The Jordan Brand Classic Set to Come to Chicago for the First Time

By Shawn Grant / February 18, 2020

The Jordan Brand Classic is coming to Chicago for the first time, taking over the Wintrust Arena in downtown Chicago...

Quavo Performs at Martell x BET Home All-Star Weekend Experience

By Shawn Grant / February 18, 2020

NBA All-Star Weekend in Chicago was the latest city for Martell HOME, an event experience hosted by Martell & BET....

Run the Jewels, Yeah Yeah Yeahs and More Set for Pitchfork Music Festival

Shawn Grant

February 21, 2020

Events, Hip Hop News | Trending Hip Hop Stories

Pitchfork Music Festival is set to celebrate its 15th anniversary this summer. The festival will return to Chicago's Union Park with headliners Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Run The Jewels and The National. As the festival... Read Article

[RECAP] ‘Love Is Blind’ NYC Private Screening

Sha Be Allah

February 20, 2020

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Not many films can capture the magic of creating a great and engaging narrative. Even fewer can do multiple storylines and intertwine them so effortlessly. None can do what executive producer and film star Wan... Read Article

The Weeknd Set for ‘After Hours’ Tour

Shawn Grant

February 20, 2020

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With his After Hours album set for a March 20 release, The Weeknd is getting ready to hit the world on the supporting tour of the same name. The After Hours Tour will bring Sabrina Claudio and Don Toliver a... Read Article

Exclusive: Al Harrington and Ericka Pittman Talk Viola Brands Bringing Cannabis to All-Star Weekend and Company Expansion

Shawn Grant

February 19, 2020

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With NBA All-Star hitting a city that is new to recreational cannabis in Chicago, Viola arrived, gathering some of the biggest stars in the city for the events. The premium brand is founded by former NBA s... Read Article

Moët & Chandon and Jonathan Mannion Celebrate Don ‘Don C.’ Crawley and Kristen Noel Crawley in Chicago

Shawn Grant

February 18, 2020

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During NBA All-Star Weekend, Moët & Chandon teamed with cultural photographer Jonathan Mannion to celebrity Chicago power-couple Don “Don C.” Crawley and Kristen Noel Crawley as part of the ... Read Article

The Jordan Brand Classic Set to Come to Chicago for the First Time

Shawn Grant

February 18, 2020

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The Jordan Brand Classic is coming to Chicago for the first time, taking over the Wintrust Arena in downtown Chicago on March 27. The girls will take the floor first at 6:00 pm, and the guys will follow at 8:0... Read Article

Quavo Performs at Martell x BET Home All-Star Weekend Experience

Shawn Grant

February 18, 2020

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NBA All-Star Weekend in Chicago was the latest city for Martell HOME, an event experience hosted by Martell & BET. The space featured a special performance from Martell ambassador Quavo on Saturday night. ... Read Article

MTN DEW’s Courtside Studios Brings Lil Baby, Dave East, Zion Williamson and More to Chicago

Shawn Grant

February 17, 2020

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MTN DEW took over Chicago with Courtside Studios during NBA All-Star Weekend and hosted some of the best Hip-Hop talent, interviews with athletes and more, providing one of the best experiences available durin... Read Article

FreakNik to Return This Summer as Three Day Festival Called ‘Freak World’

Sha Be Allah

February 17, 2020

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According to several confirmed reports, FreakNik is returning to ATL as a three-day music fest with more than 40 artists performing over the weekend. From June 19-21, Freak World, a moniker dubbed from the ... Read Article

Lil Wayne, DJ Khaled and Quavo Are Set to Perform at NBA All-Star Game Halftime Show

Sha Be Allah

February 13, 2020

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The 2020 NBA All Star game is gonna be lit!! According to confirmed reports, Weezy, Quavo, and Khaled will be performing at this year's NBA All-Star at Chicago's United Center this upcoming Sunday. With... Read Article

Meek Mill, Summer Walker and DaBaby Headline Roots Picnic 2020

Shawn Grant

February 11, 2020

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Announcements for the festival season are continuing to come, this time the 2020 Roots Picnic is set to bring in DaBaby, Meek Mill and Summer Walker. Set for May 30, The Roots will lead a special set named ... Read Article

Red Bull Dance Your Style Set for 2020 U.S. Tour

Shawn Grant

February 10, 2020

Events

Red Bull Dance Your Style is returning with a tour across the United States to put the best styles of street dance in a one-on-one competition. The dance competition will bring the best hip-hop, popping, wa... Read Article

John Legend Announces ‘Bigger Love Tour’

Shawn Grant

February 8, 2020

Events

EGOT winner John Legend has announced his Bigger Love Tour that will kick off in Dallas on August 12 and make a 25-city run across North America. Fans in Los Angeles, Philadelphia, New York City, Chicago and m... Read Article

CreateOurs to Host ‘Funk The Influence’ with George Clinton, Flea & More

Shawn Grant

February 6, 2020

Events

Funk The Influence: A Symposium with George Clinton, Flea & Friends will hit Los Angeles on Saturday, February 8. The event is hosted by CreateOurs and designed to bring a live experience crafted around tw... Read Article

Tyler, the Creator Set to Take ‘IGOR Tour’ to Europe

Shawn Grant

February 6, 2020

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Fresh off winning Best Rap Album, Tyler, the Creator is ready to take his IGOR Tour to Europe. The set of dates will bring the artist to Paris, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Poland, London, and Ireland. The appeara... Read Article

A$AP Rocky, Future and Wiz Khalifa Headline Rolling Loud in Europe

Shawn Grant

February 5, 2020

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Rolling Loud is continuing its elevation as the largest traveling Hip-Hop festival and is expanding to Europe. The festival will hit Portugal for the July 8 weekend and is headlined by A$AP Rocky, Future and W... Read Article

DMX Makes Surprise Appearance at The Loud Records’ 25th Anniversary Show

Shawn Grant

January 31, 2020

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25 years of Loud Records was celebrated at Radio City Music Hall in New York City on Thursday. Founder Steve Rifkind was joined by legendary hip-hop stars and performances but one of the head-turning moments o... Read Article

Roddy Ricch Makes a Stop in Atlanta For His ‘Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial’ Tour

Jasmine Johnson

January 31, 2020

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At the top of the week, Roddy Ricch had a sold-out show in Atlanta Monday, January 27 at The Masquerade. He performed at the Grammy’s Sunday night prior to the show, and it was a historic moment for the Califo... Read Article

ASAP Rocky, Travis Scott, and Post Malone Headline Rolling Loud Miami 2020

Jasmine Johnson

January 28, 2020

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Festival SZN is heading our way and Rolling Loud has a big line-up for us in Miami, Florida. They have announced that Travis Scott, Post Malone, and ASAP Rocky are to headline Mother's Day weekend at the Hard ... Read Article

Amateur Night at the Apollo Theater Set for 86th Season

Shawn Grant

January 27, 2020

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The 86th year of Amateur Night at the Apollo, sponsored by Coca-Cola, is set to begin on February 19. The 86th year of the signature program will introduce the new "Set it Off Man" Greginald Spencer and wi... Read Article

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Run the Jewels, Yeah Yeah Yeahs and More Set for Pitchfork Music Festival

[RECAP] ‘Love Is Blind’ NYC Private Screening

The Weeknd Set for ‘After Hours’ Tour

Exclusive: Al Harrington and Ericka Pittman Talk Viola Brands Bringing Cannabis to All-Star Weekend and Company Expansion

Moët & Chandon and Jonathan Mannion Celebrate Don ‘Don C.’ Crawley and Kristen Noel Crawley in Chicago

The Jordan Brand Classic Set to Come to Chicago for the First Time

Quavo Performs at Martell x BET Home All-Star Weekend Experience

Run the Jewels, Yeah Yeah Yeahs and More Set for Pitchfork Music Festival

[RECAP] ‘Love Is Blind’ NYC Private Screening

The Weeknd Set for ‘After Hours’ Tour

Exclusive: Al Harrington and Ericka Pittman Talk Viola Brands Bringing Cannabis to All-Star Weekend and Company Expansion

Moët & Chandon and Jonathan Mannion Celebrate Don ‘Don C.’ Crawley and Kristen Noel Crawley in Chicago

The Jordan Brand Classic Set to Come to Chicago for the First Time

Quavo Performs at Martell x BET Home All-Star Weekend Experience

MTN DEW’s Courtside Studios Brings Lil Baby, Dave East, Zion Williamson and More to Chicago

FreakNik to Return This Summer as Three Day Festival Called ‘Freak World’

Lil Wayne, DJ Khaled and Quavo Are Set to Perform at NBA All-Star Game Halftime Show

Meek Mill, Summer Walker and DaBaby Headline Roots Picnic 2020

Red Bull Dance Your Style Set for 2020 U.S. Tour

John Legend Announces ‘Bigger Love Tour’

CreateOurs to Host ‘Funk The Influence’ with George Clinton, Flea & More

Tyler, the Creator Set to Take ‘IGOR Tour’ to Europe

A$AP Rocky, Future and Wiz Khalifa Headline Rolling Loud in Europe

DMX Makes Surprise Appearance at The Loud Records’ 25th Anniversary Show

Roddy Ricch Makes a Stop in Atlanta For His ‘Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial’ Tour

ASAP Rocky, Travis Scott, and Post Malone Headline Rolling Loud Miami 2020

Amateur Night at the Apollo Theater Set for 86th Season