Royce Da 5’9 is what one would call a “ride-or-die” friend. The longtime Eminem affiliate is once again showing his support for the diamond-selling MC and his journey to sobriety. On Monday (April 20), the Slaughterhouse vet shared an Instagram photo of his Bad Meets Evil cohort holding his 10-year AA chip but wrote “12” […]
RealStreetRadio Premiere – Just in time for 4/20, Los Angeles underground Hip Hop staple Myka 9 is back with a new video for “Upliftment.” The track uses a sample of the 1994 Masta Ace classic “Born To Roll” and orchestration of guitarist/composer Derek Armstrong as well as scratches from DJ Zole. The ensemble of horns paired […]
Beyoncé addressed COVID-19’s extreme impact on black Americans during Global Citizen’s One World: Together At Home event on Saturday (April 18). The multi-platinum selling singer spoke on the high death rate, specifically citing the harsh realities in her hometown of Houston. “Black Americans disproportionately belong to these essential parts of the workforce that do not […]
Riverdale, GA – Healthcare workers at the Atlanta metro area’s Southern Regional Medical Center received a gift from 2 Chainz on Thursday (April 16). The T.R.U. boss and his business partner Mychel “Snoop” Dillard donated hundreds of meals to the medical facility’s employees battling the coronavirus pandemic. “Born and raised in Atlanta, this city has […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected Offset and his family. The Migos rapper revealed his great uncle passed away from the coronavirus in an Instagram Stories post on Sunday (April 19). “Smfh this corona shit done killed my great uncle,” he wrote. “Rip uncle Jerry damn man.” In a follow-up message, Offset asked his followers to […]
Cannabis connoisseur Wiz Khalifa has dropped a new EP titled The Saga Of Wiz Khalifa to coincide with his 4/20 celebration. The project marks his second release of 2020, serving as the follow-up to February’s It’s Only Weed Bro mixtape. The Taylor Gang leader’s latest work features collaborations with Megan Thee Stallion, Quavo, Logic, Tyga […]
Los Angeles, CA – Seemingly out-of-nowhere, and in a puff of smoke on 420, Ab-Soul has delivered his new lyrically lucid single “Dangerookipawaa Freestyle.” related news Snoop Dogg Says Top Dawg Entertainment Is “A Better Version” Of Death Row Records October 28, 2019 The track follows his impressive guest appearance alongside Boogie on Reason’s “Trapped […]
New York, NY – B-Real is a man that, quite simply, needs no introduction. His resumé reads like a who’s who of Hip Hop’s finest moments: Cypress Hill, the rap supergroup Prophets of Rage, and production work for everyone from the late Proof of D12 to the WWE are just a few of his many […]
Tekashi 6ix9ine has become a bit of afterthought thanks to COVID-19, but BlocBoy JB hasn’t forgotten about the controversial rapper testifying against members of the Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods. The Memphis-bred artist reminded his Twitter followers about 6ix9ine’s snitching in an antagonistic post on Saturday (April 18). “6ix9ine Can Change His Name To 9ine 6ix […]
Gucci Mane had a good laugh at a meme parodying the night he shot and killed Jeezy’s friend and associate, Pookie Loc. On Sunday night (April 19), the Atlanta rap mogul shared a popular meme on Instagram of a man acrobatically shooting a would-be intruder. The short clip depicts the man running down a staircase […]
French Montana recently sat down with Complex journalist Speedy Morman to chop it up about a variety of topics. During the Skype video convo, the Moroccan-American rapper was asked about his ongoing beef with 50 Cent. He promised the For Life producer will appear on the next episode of his recently resurrected Cocaine City Live series and […]
Ja Rule participated in a video interview with Hot 97 on Sunday (April 19) and discussed the Versuz Instagram Live battles curated by Timbaland and Swizz Beatz. The Murder Inc. founder had been toying with the idea of battling his longtime foe 50 Cent for over a week. “I never back down from a battle, […]
Tekashi 6ix9ine was granted a “compassionate release” from prison earlier this month and now, it looks like he wants to pick up right where he left off. According to TMZ, the controversial rapper has shelled out over $300,000 for a new chain and purchased several luxury cars, including a Lamborghini Aventador, McLaren, Rolls-Royce, Mercedes Benz […]
New York, NY – About one week before the COVID-19 pandemic exploded, beloved Hip Hop artist Black Thought sat down with comedian and former Daily Show correspondent Wyatt Cenac to not only talk about their respective new projects, but to bridge the conversational divide between filmmakers, musicians, and other creative types across various genres. For […]
Compton, CA – While most digital service providers will kick off their 4/20 celebration with the premiere of Dr. Dre’s landmark album The Chronic, TIDAL and its high-fidelity capabilities have gotten the jump on the competition; bringing classic tracks like “Nuthin’ but a ‘G’ Thang” and “Let Me Ride” to a completely new era. related […]
HIPHOPDX – This week in Hip Hop, 50 Cent responded to Ja Rule’s Instagram Live battle challenge with meme mockery. Also, YNW Melly was denied a release from jail despite suffering from COVID-19. Lastly, DaBaby delivered his third studio album Blame It On Baby. 50 Cent Rejects Ja Rule’s Instagram Live Battle & A Meme War Ensues […]
Casanova is opening the door for a new source of income. The Roc Nation rapper has launched an account on OnlyFans, a subscription-based social media service that’s become popular in the adult entertainment industry. “I WAS ON @akadmiks PAGE AND SEEN A B**** BUY HER DREAM HOUSE OFF OF FANS ONLY,” he wrote on Instagram. […]
Tha Dogg Pound’s Daz Dillinger has linked up with Goodie Mob member Big Gipp to drop a collaborative album titled A.T.L.A. The veteran rappers first announced the LP in late 2017 yet have delivered it almost three years later. The duo’s nine-track project marks Gipp’s return following a lengthy absence in terms of albums. The […]
Nicole Algarin a.k.a. Shya L’amour, the mother of Offset’s eldest daughter Kalea, isn’t holding her tongue when it comes to him or his wife Cardi B. After airing out the couple’s dirty laundry and seeking more child support, Algarin explained why she went public with the dispute and accused Cardi of threatening her. “Y’all think […]
Joyner Lucas and his manager Dhruv Joshi’s Tully app recently received a strategic investment from Sony Music Entertainment, boosting the capital for the artist collaboration platform. After receiving the investment and using the app to making his Billboard Top 10 album ADHD, Lucas spoke to RealStreetRadio about why he developed Tully. “Artists need to have […]
The Babyface vs. Teddy Riley battle wasn’t the only dysfunction documented Instagram on Saturday (April 18). Blueface also added to the madness with a chaotic series of videos highlighting fights, twerking and wig-snatching at the West Coast rapper’s home. Despite being in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic, Blueface disregarded the calls for social distancing […]
Los Angeles, CA – 1TakeJay has taken his ultra-aggressive, high energy approach to a new level in his directorial debut for his G.O.A.T. mixtape banger “F***** Up.” related news Ja Rule Bombs On 50 Cent With Rat Meme After Being Denied Instagram Battle April 17, 2020 Living up to its name, the visual for “F***** […]
Instagram – After a successful first installment on his birthday, Golden Era rapper turned platinum producer Kwamé returned with his second One Song Classic Hip Hip Breakfast Jam on Saturday (April 19) Instagram Live. View this post on Instagram OHHHHHHH SATURDAY WILL BE NUTS !!! Tell a friend !! Check for an announcement in the […]
50 Cent has issued a non-apology apology to everyone he’s ever offended. On Friday (April 17), the Hip Hop mogul and master of trolling shared a message on Instagram written as an apology but lacking any remorse. The empty apology was directed at everyone and no one in particular. “i want to apologize to you, […]
The highly anticipated Instagram Live battle between Teddy Riley and Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds went down on Saturday (April 18) — sort of. As thousands of people tuned in at 9 p.m. EST, it was quickly apparent things weren’t going to go as planned. For starters, there was no sound. And while Babyface was relaxed, holed […]
Westside Gunn has made it perfectly clear where he thinks his album ranks against DaBaby’s Blame It On Baby. On Saturday (April 18), the Griselda Records founder shared a popular meme of a person sitting at an outdoor table and taking a poll on a particular topic. In this case, the poster features the cover of […]
The Game’s longtime manager Wack 100 is calling foul on reports any royalties from his client’s Born 2 Rap album will go to Game’s sexual assault accuser Pricilla Rainey. On Saturday (April 18), Wack shared a screenshot of a headline that read, “The Game Loses Record Label & ‘Born To Rap’ Royalties To Priscilla Rainey As […]
The Game’s perceived defiance to pay his sexual assault accuser Pricilla Rainey just bit him back. According to AllHipHop, a judge has seized Game’s L.A. Prolific imprint and any royalties from his Born 2 Rap album in an effort to recoup the roughly $7 million judgment against him. Judge Virginia A. Phillips granted Rainey “any […]
Gwinnett County, GA – Young Chop is reportedly behind bars once again. According to Gwinnett County Jail records, he was booked for a probation violation on Thursday afternoon (April 16) and held without bond. This marks the second time this month he’s found himself behind bars. The seemingly troubled producer was initially placed on probation […]
The “Toosie Slide” videos keep coming. Drake shared another clip of a mother and daughter dancing to his TikTok smash on Thursday night (April 16). The two move around the room in perfect synchronization before the mother steals the spotlight with a flawless moonwalk. “Nah sorry but pls watch her mom snap at the end,” […]