Hartford, CT – Eric B. is living a parent’s worst nightmare. The Hip Hop legend’s publicist Alvina Alston sent out a statement on Tuesday (March 17) that confirmed his 28-year-old daughter, Erica Supreme Barrier, had succumbed to the injuries she sustained in a serious car accident. “It is with profound sadness and disbelief that we […]
Thundercat is back with another taste of his forthcoming It Is What It Is album called “Fair Chance.” The sentimental track features contributions from Ty Dolla $ign and Lil B and Thundercat’s signature, airy vocals. The Los Angeles-bred bass impresario was close with Mac Miller before his September 2018 death, so lyrics such as “I’ll keep […]
RealStreetRadio Premiere – Boston Hip Hop staple M-Dot and DJ LP2 have linked with Germany-based producer Roccwell for a new video for “Roadrunner.” The track comes from Roccwell’s forthcoming Still Lovin’ Boombap album and follows M-Dot’s latest single “The Atonement,” which was produced by Pete Rock. Written, recorded and shot in Munich during M-Dot’s last European tour, […]
Alfred Banks has joined forces with Tank and The Bangas member Albert Allenback to form a new duo called SaxKixAve. Before their debut EP I Don’t Wear Suits drops on April 17, the two give listeners a preview of what’s to come with the lead single “Mr. Apricot” featuring Tarriona “Tank” Ball. “Jumping in this […]
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to wreak havoc around the globe, the phrase “Marshall Law” started trending on Twitter early Monday (March 16) and some people actually believed that meant a new Eminem album was on its way. They evidently failed to understand it was simply a misspelling of martial law, “the law administered by […]
Lil Uzi Vert is facing allegations of plagiarism. The Atlantic Records rapper was put on blast by South Korean artist Tae Tae, who accused him of copying a six-year-old painting for his “That Way” cover art. “I am very upset that I have to write such an article,” Tae Tae wrote on Instagram. “I saw […]
Drake has made history once again. According to Billboard, Drizzy now holds the record for most Hot 100 entries ever after earning his 208th placement. The OVO star accomplished his record-setting feat thanks to his appearance on Lil Yachty’s “Oprah’s Bank Account” single. The song debuted at No. 89 on the Hot 100 dated March […]
Keri Hilson thinks 5G radiation caused the Coronavirus pandemic. In a series of since-deleted tweets, the R&B singer highlighted how the virus appeared shortly after the launch of 5G in China last November, warning her fans to disable the wireless technology. “People have been trying to warn us about 5G for YEARS,” she wrote. “Petitions, […]
BlocBoy JB was lucky to avoid a serious injury — or worse — after performing a risky pool jump. JB shared a video of his dangerous stunt Instagram on Monday (March 16). The Memphis-bred rapper leaped from a balcony and barely made it into the water as his ankle smashed against concrete. “Welp My Blacc […]
Quelle Chris has announced a new album titled Innocent Country 2. The veteran MC unveiled details about the LP along with his Joseph Chilliams and Cavalier-assisted single “Living Happy” on Monday (March 16). Chris’ upcoming project is scheduled to be released through Mello Music Group on April 24. The album features collaborations with Earl Sweatshirt, […]
Roddy Ricch’s “The Box” is dominating the Billboard Hot 100 in 2020. According to Billboard, the Atlantic Records artist’s popular single has officially reached its 10th week at No. 1 on the chart. “The Box” is the 39th song to spend at least 10 weeks at No. 1 on the Hot 100. The last track […]
Pittsburg, CA – Bay Area-based rapper A-Wax is under investigation for a homicide in Pittsburg, California. According to The Mercury News, A-Wax was arrested on a murder warrant last Tuesday (March 10) but has only been charged with gun-related crimes. The rapper, whose real name is Aaron Scott Doppie, was charged with three felony counts […]
Los Angeles, CA – Yung Berg is facing some serious allegations. According to The Blast, the former Love & Hip Hop personality has been accused of viciously pistol whipping a woman he’s dating. The woman reportedly showed up at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles with a broken nose, prompting the Los Angeles Police Department to investigate […]
Visionaries are an underground Los Angeles Hip Hop institution. Founded in 1995, the members of the group — DJ Rhettmatic, 2Mex, LMNO, Lord Zen, KeyKool and Dannu — have all reveled in successful solo careers over the years but when they come together, it’s like they haven’t missed a day. As the Visionaries preps their […]
Fans of Donald Glover — A.K.A. Childish Gambino — were able to rejoice on Sunday (March 15) when a surprise album from the elusive artist appeared online. But it turns out the celebration was only temporary. By Sunday night, the album was gone and disappointment from his fans set it. The 12-track project featured SZA, […]
Woodside, NY – 50 Cent was very much “in da club” over the weekend. According to TMZ, the For Life co-creator was at Starlet’s Gentlemen’s club in Woodside, New York on Saturday night (March 14), throwing around money as he failed to practice “social distancing.” In a clip posted online, Fiddy throws money at the dancers […]
Lil Uzi Vert has earned the second No. 1 album of his career. Billboard reports the Atlantic Records artist’s Eternal Atake LP hit the top of the Billboard 200 chart in its first week. Uzi previously reached No. 1 with 2017’s Luv Is Rage 2 album. related news Lil Uzi Vert Shares ‘Eternal Atake’ Deluxe […]
Westside Gunn has added a new member to the Griselda Records roster. Buffalo’s Armani Caesar has inked a deal with Griselda, making her the first woman to join the label. Westside announced her signing social media on Sunday (March 15). “WSG x CONWAY x BENNY x DARINGER and now introducing BUFFALO’s OWN @armanicaesar Newest Member […]
Count Bass D has bolstered his already extensive discography with a new album titled CBD. The studio release is his 10th vocal LP and his first non-instrumental project since 2016’s Instantly New. The veteran rapper/producer’s latest album is comprised of 11 tracks and produced entirely by Count. CBD serves as the follow-up to his instrumental […]
Baton Rouge’s TEC has dropped a new solo mixtape titled Web Life Vol. 3. The tape is his first full-length project since the Ketha Son album, which was released in June 2019. The Spider Nation rapper’s latest work is comprised of 11 songs and arrives courtesy of EMPIRE. The third entry in his Web Life […]
Waka Flocka Flame isn’t feeling the Flip The Switch challenge. As Drake’s song “Nonstop” finds a new life as part of the TikTok craze, Waka spoke out against the viral phenomenon inspired by Drizzy’s track. “This flip the switch challenge making me realize a lot,” Waka wrote on Instagram, elaborating on his perspective in the […]
Speaking to Bill Adler is a gift. As the founding VP of publicity at Def Jam Recordings, his vast breadth of Hip Hop knowledge is staggering. From tales about traveling to Europe with Run-DMC to his mind-blowing collection of Hip Hop memorabilia, Adler is the real deal. His dedication to the culture stretches back decades. After […]
Donald Glover may be done with his Childish Gambino moniker, but he’s not done making music. The creator and star of FX’s Atlanta surprised fans by releasing a project on his website DonaldGloverPresents.com. Glover’s new collection of music is available as a continuous stream on his site. Although it’s untitled and features no tracklist, a […]
Rhys Langston closed out February by dropping his Language Arts Unit LP on P.O.W. Recordings. To continue the project’s campaign, the Los Angeles-based MC delivers a new video for the album cut “The Governor’s Water Glasses.” “‘The Governor’s Water Glasses’ was probably the second song I started working on for Language Arts Unit and one […]
Peter Rosenberg’s tweets about Jay Electronica’s “Synagogue Of Satan” lyric didn’t go unnoticed by the elusive MC. After the Hot 97 host noted he was offended by lines from Jay Elec’s A Written Testimony track “Ghost Of Soulja Slim” and 2014’s “Better In Tune With The Infinite,” the man who penned those rhymes responded Twitter. […]
Boasting 15 million players online, Call Of Duty: Warzone is one of the more popular video games out there and that fact isn’t lost on the likes of Quavo or NBA stars Paul George and Devin Booker. related news #DXCLUSIVE: Quavo Talks Martell Partnership, Migos 2020 & Their Greatest Song December 19, 2019 On Friday […]
As Hip Hop heads gathered around and divulged in Jay Electronica’s long-delayed debut album, A Written Testimony, at least one member of the media is taking exception with some of the religious rhetoric contained in the mind of the Roc Nation rapper. On the 2014 song “Better In Tune With The Infinite,” Jay laments “My […]
Although no rappers have revealed they’ve tested positive for COVID-19, 21 Savage has a strong inclination he may be affected. The Savage Gang leader has been updating his nearly 11-million strong Instagram following with his deteriorating health condition over the past few days. related news Live Nation & AEG Postpone All Tours Amid Coronavirus Pandemic […]
Both DaniLeigh and DaBaby have a knack for giving the camera an extra dose of flair, which makes their latest collaboration “Levi High” that much more special. Directed by Kat Webber, the two animated artists join forces in efforts to pull off the ultimate heist — and still look fly in the cat-burglarizing process. View […]
Fresh off of his Billboard 200 chart-topping album My Turn, Lil Baby has applied more pressure on the video circuit with the release of the visual for “Grace,” featuring 42 Dugg. The Jon J-directed video finds the Detroit rapper braving through a testy prison sentence before his Quality Control 4PF boss comes to update his […]