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Quavo, Ty Dolla $ign, and ARE WE DREAMING Unveil Video For “If I Fall”

By Sha Be Allah / September 17, 2024

Quavo, Ty Dolla $ign, and ARE WE DREAMING (Composer – Brian Tyler) – roll out the official music video for their resilient anthem, "If I...

Aubrey O’Day on Diddy’s Arrest: ‘I Never Thought I Would See This Day’

By Shawn Grant / September 17, 2024

Aubrey O'Day has released a statement on the arrest of Sean "Diddy" Combs. O'Day spoke with TMZ: "I never thought...

Grammy Winning Bilal Drops Cubist Torch Single “Tell Me” Ahead Of LP Release

By Sha Be Allah / September 17, 2024

Today, GRAMMY Award-winning artist Bilal unveils new single “Tell Me,” the latest from his forthcoming album Adjust Brightness, out September 27. Following the...

Rich Homie Quan’s First Posthumous Track ‘Song Cry” Released On Day Of Rapper’s Funeral

By Sha Be Allah / September 17, 2024

The late Rich Homie Quan, who passed away September 5, will have the first posthumous track, "Song Cry", released on...

Happy 58th Birthday To “The Original Human Beat Box” Doug E Fresh!

By Sha Be Allah / September 17, 2024

Born today in 1966 as Douglas Davis, Doug E Fresh is known as "the greatest entertainer" in Hip Hop with...

Today in Hip-Hop History: Nice & Smooth Dropped Their ‘Ain’t A Damn Thing Changed’ LP 33 Years Ago

By Sha Be Allah / September 17, 2024

On this date 33 years ago, BX Hip Hop duo Nice and Smooth released their sophomore album Ain't A Damn...

Cardi B Reveals Newborn Daughter in Heartwarming TikTok Video

By Shawn Grant / September 17, 2024

Following the announcement of her third baby with Offset on September 7, Cardi B shared a touching glimpse of her...

Rich Homie Quan’s Videos Rise YouTube Charts as Fans Celebrate His Life

Shawn Grant

September 12, 2024

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Fans are celebrating the music and legacy of Atlanta rapper Rich Homie Quan following his passing. His 2013 hit "Type of Way" has re-entered the US Top Songs chart at #65, amassing over 1.3 million views. Rich...

Fat Joe on Super Bowl Performance Announcement: ‘It Ain’t Just One Man’s Decision’

Shawn Grant

September 12, 2024

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The Super Bowl halftime show is causing a stir as some segments of Hip-Hop and its fans think Lil Wayne should take the stage instead of Kendrick Lamar in Wayne's hometown of New Orleans. With some pointing...

Celebration Of Life For Fatman Scoop Scheduled For Tomorrow In The World Famous Apollo Theater

Sha Be Allah

September 11, 2024

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As the entertainment world mourns the loss of the legendary Isaac "Fatman Scoop" Freeman, the Freeman Family announces a special celebration honoring Freeman on Thursday, September 12th, at the legen...

Future Releases Teaser Video For “Too Fast” From His ‘Mixtape Pluto’ Project, Set For 9/20 Drop Date

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September 11, 2024

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Today, diamond-certified three-time GRAMMY® Award-winning hip-hop luminary Future formally details his highly anticipated new project MIXTAPE PLUTO. Continuing Future’s prolific game-changing 2024, the mixtape...

PUMA Hoops Drop Stewie 3 Tokyo Nights

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September 11, 2024

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The newest drop from PUMA Hoops and WNBA star Breanna “Stewie” Stewart. Inspired by Tokyo’s iconic late-night neon signs, the Stewie 3 Tokyo Nights arrives in stores on September 27th....

EXCLUSIVE: Has Prince Of The Supreme Team Been Released From Federal Prison?

Sha Be Allah

September 11, 2024

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Rumors have been circulating since Showtime's release of The Supreme Team series last year, which was narrated by Nas, that Gerald "Prince" Miller, one of the leaders of 80s Queens drug ring known as the Supre...

Rich Homie Quan’s Family Releases an Official Statement: ‘Celebration of Life Details Will be Shared Soon’

Shawn Grant

September 11, 2024

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The family of Rich Homie Quan, born Dequantes Devontay Lamar, has released an official statement to The Source on his passing: The Lamar Family Official Statement On Thursday, September 5, 2024 the Lamar fa...

Drake Shows Support for Lil Wayne Online Amid Super Bowl Debates

Shawn Grant

September 11, 2024

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With widespread support that Lil Wayne should have the Super Bowl stage in NOLA, Drake posted images online. It is worth noting that Drake's current foe, Kendrick Lamar, has the Super Bowl spot. Drake show...

5 Hip-Hop Songs That Mentions The Memory of 9/11

Sha Be Allah

September 11, 2024

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September 11th (9/11) changed United States history forever. The memory of the many lives that were lost is cemented. From the employees of the World Trade Center to the first responders, the country pauses ea...

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Today in Hip-Hop History: Fabolous Released His Debut Album ‘Ghetto Fabolous’ 23 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

September 11, 2024

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Fabolous made his studio debut 23 years ago on this day. The Brooklyn rapper released his freshman album, Ghetto Fabolous on one of the worst days in New York: 9/11. Despite the tragic day and being met wit...

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Today In Hip Hop History: Kanye West Dropped His Third LP ‘Graduation’ 17 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

September 11, 2024

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On this day in 2007, the "old" Kanye released his third studio album, the last of his scholastically themed albums, which is aptly titled Graduation on the Def Jam/Roc-A-Fella imprint. With the success of h...

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Today in Hip-Hop History: Jay-Z Dropped His Landmark ‘The Blueprint’ Album 23 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

September 11, 2024

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On possibly the world's most tragic day in recent history (9/11), Hip-Hop mogul Jay-Z released one of his best LPs, The Blueprint, on his own Roc-A-Fella Records imprint. The fall of the World Trade Center obv...

Music Icon Frankie Beverly Dead at 77

Shawn Grant

September 11, 2024

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Music icon Frankie Beverly has passed away at age 77. His family posted an official statement on Instagram. FROM THE FAMILY OF FRANKIE BEVERLY Grieving the loss of a loved one is a deeply personal and e...

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Rémy Martin x USHER Launch “Life Is A Melody Backstage Experience” at Barclays Center

Shawn Grant

September 10, 2024

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Ahead of Usher's highly anticipated "Past, Present, Future" North American Tour, Rémy Martin and the R&B icon kicked off the "Life Is A Melody Backstage Experience" at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY. ...

Ice Spice Kicks Off New York Fashion Week with Party at Harbor Nightclub

Shawn Grant

September 10, 2024

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Hip-hop sensation Ice Spice set the tone for New York City's Fashion Week with an electrifying party at Harbor Nightclub. Organized by George Karavias’ Dream Hospitality Group, the event attracted a star-studd...

Funk Flex on 6ix9ine's New Song: “I’m Not Going to Play This... BUT This is Thumping'

Funk Flex Facing FCC Complaint for On-Air Comments About Afrika Bambaataa

Shawn Grant

September 10, 2024

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Funkmaster Flex is facing an FCC complaint. Hip Hop Stands With Survivors, an advocacy group, filed a complaint against comments made by Funkmaster Flex during a recent show featuring Afrika Bambaataa. The Hip...

The Weeknd Drops Teaser Of New “Dancing in the Flames” Video Shot On iPhone 16 Pro

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September 9, 2024

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ICYMI, Apple’s “It’s Glowtime” event included a behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming music video for The Weeknd’s latest single, “Dancing in the Flames,” shot entirely on the just announced iP...

Jadakiss Launches Exclusive New “BLUEKISS” Flavor In Collaboration With BARCODE Performance Water

Sha Be Allah

September 9, 2024

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Launching September 12th, BARCODE, a leader in performance hydration, is thrilled to announce their new limited-edition flavor, BLUEKISS, in collaboration with the Grammy-nominated rapper. This exclusive r...

Juice WRLD Drops Two Posthumous Tracks, “World Tour(Aquafina)” And “Lightyears” Feat. Young Thug

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September 9, 2024

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Today, from the late, legendary Juice WRLD comes The Pre-Party, a two-pack of highly anticipated songs fans have been trading notes about for years. The surprise set pairs luxe emo-rap cut ...

Lil Wayne’s Engineer Reacts to Super Bowl Rules: ‘Confused. Dissapointed. Angry.’

Shawn Grant

September 9, 2024

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Kendrick Lamar's selection as the Super Bowl halftime performer has rubbed members of the Hip-Hop community the wrong way. Many believe it should have been Lil Wayne, including Wayne's engineer, Marasciullo. ...