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Max B Confirms 2025 Prison Release in Rare Joe Budden Interview: 'Wavy Baby Coming Home!'

6 days ago2 min read

Hip Hop

Max B Confirms 2025 Prison Release in Rare Joe Budden Interview: 'Wavy Baby Coming Home!'

In a highly anticipated interview, rapper Max B has officially confirmed his upcoming release from prison in 2025.

André 3000 Reveals Kendrick Lamar and Drake Could Inspire Him to Make a Rap Album

6 days ago2 min read

Hip Hop

André 3000 Reveals Kendrick Lamar and Drake Could Inspire Him to Make a Rap Album

In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, legendary rapper André 3000 opened up about the possibility of creating a solo rap album.

Legendary Collaboration: Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Eminem and 50 Cent Honor Biggie on "Gunz N Smoke"

7 days ago2 min read

Hip Hop

Legendary Collaboration: Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Eminem and 50 Cent Honor Biggie on "Gunz N Smoke"

In a historic moment for hip-hop, four of the genre's biggest icons have come together for the first time on a single track.

Yasiin Bey Announces 'Money Christmas' Live Stream Performance and New Material

7 days ago1 min read

Hip Hop

Yasiin Bey Announces 'Money Christmas' Live Stream Performance and New Material

Renowned rapper, singer, and actor Yasiin Bey is making a major comeback with the announcement of his new project "Money Christmas."

Questlove's Highly Anticipated Sly Stone Documentary to Premiere at Sundance

Dec 122 min read

Hip Hop

Questlove's Highly Anticipated Sly Stone Documentary to Premiere at Sundance

Hip hop fans and music enthusiasts alike are in for a treat as Questlove's latest documentary project is set.

TDE's Punch Co-Signs Drake's Defamation Theory Over Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us'

Dec 102 min read

Hip Hop

TDE's Punch Co-Signs Drake's Defamation Theory Over Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us'

In a recent development in the ongoing legal battle between Drake and Universal Music Group (UMG), Top Dog Entertainment President Punch

Roc Marciano and The Alchemist Drop First Single "Chopstick" from Upcoming Album 'The Skeleton Key'

Dec 101 min read

Hip Hop

Roc Marciano and The Alchemist Drop First Single "Chopstick" from Upcoming Album 'The Skeleton Key'

Rap fans have a lot to look forward to as powerhouse duo Roc Marciano and The Alchemist have just released the first single "Chopstick"

JAY-Z Vehemently Denies Shocking Rape Allegations in Lawsuit

Dec 102 min read

Hip Hop

JAY-Z Vehemently Denies Shocking Rape Allegations in Lawsuit

In a bombshell lawsuit filed this week, legendary rapper JAY-Z has been accused of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl back in 2000.

will.i.am Celebrates MBUX Sound Drive Launch with Mercedes-AMG at Nikki Beach Miami

Dec 102 min read

Business and Tech

will.i.am Celebrates MBUX Sound Drive Launch with Mercedes-AMG at Nikki Beach Miami

On Wednesday, December 4th, multi-platinum recording artist, tech innovator, and founder will.i.am celebrated the debut of MBUX Sound Drive

GloRilla Crowned Billboard's Hottest Female Rapper of 2024

Dec 53 min read

Hip Hop

GloRilla Crowned Billboard's Hottest Female Rapper of 2024

The year 2024 has been a major one for rising Memphis rapper GloRilla. According to Billboard's year-end rankings.

R. Kelly's Catalog Pays Off $500K Federal Judgment While He Remains Behind Bars

Dec 41 min read

Hip Hop

R. Kelly's Catalog Pays Off $500K Federal Judgment While He Remains Behind Bars

Despite being incarcerated, R. Kelly's music catalog continues to generate revenue that is being used to pay off his legal debts.

Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" is Apple Music's Global Song of the Year

Dec 42 min read

Hip Hop

Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" is Apple Music's Global Song of the Year

Kendrick Lamar has reached a major career milestone with his track "Not Like Us" becoming the most-streamed global song of the year on Apple

NLE Choppa Switches Genres for Final 2024 Album Release

Dec 42 min read

Hip Hop

NLE Choppa Switches Genres for Final 2024 Album Release

In a surprising move, Memphis rapper NLE Choppa has announced he will be switching genres for his final album release of 2024.

JAY-Z Wisely Exits Monogram Cannabis Co. Before $575M Loss

Dec 42 min read

Business and Tech

JAY-Z Wisely Exits Monogram Cannabis Co. Before $575M Loss

In a savvy business move, hip-hop mogul JAY-Z reportedly ended his relationship with the cannabis brand Monogram years before it dropped.

Kendrick Lamar Announces Grand National Tour with SZA

Dec 31 min read

Hip Hop

Kendrick Lamar Announces Grand National Tour with SZA

Hip-hop superstar Kendrick Lamar is gearing up for a massive tour in 2024 in support of his surprise album GNX.

J. Cole Shares Two More Unreleased Kendrick Lamar Songs in "Inevitable" Series

Dec 32 min read

Hip Hop

J. Cole Shares Two More Unreleased Kendrick Lamar Songs in "Inevitable" Series

In a bittersweet move, J. Cole is nearing the end of his intriguing "Inevitable" audio series.

Drake's Mega Deal with Stake: A Lucrative Partnership Revealed

Dec 22 min read

Business and Tech

Drake's Mega Deal with Stake: A Lucrative Partnership Revealed

In the ever-evolving world of celebrity endorsements and brand partnerships, the news surrounding Drake's deal.

J. Cole Reaches Incredible Billboard Milestone with 2014 Forest Hills Drive

Dec 22 min read

Hip Hop

J. Cole Reaches Incredible Billboard Milestone with 2014 Forest Hills Drive

J. Cole has firmly cemented his status as one of the biggest and most influential rappers of the past decade.

30 Years Ago Today: The Shooting of Tupac Shakur at Quad Studios

Nov 301 min read

Hip Hop

30 Years Ago Today: The Shooting of Tupac Shakur at Quad Studios

On this day 30 years ago, one of the most pivotal moments in hip-hop history occurred - the shooting and robbery of Tupac Shakur at Quad.

20 Years Later: Revisiting T.I.'s Iconic 'Urban Legend' Album

Nov 301 min read

Hip Hop

20 Years Later: Revisiting T.I.'s Iconic 'Urban Legend' Album

On this day 20 years ago, Atlanta trap star T.I. released his third studio album, "Urban Legend."

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