Drake spoke to TSN announcers about his next album while sitting courtside at the Toronto Raptors-Phoenix Suns game on Friday (February 22). During the conversation, he revealed he’s keeping his sixth studio effort much shorter than the bloated, two-part Scorpion project that arrived in 2018. “I’ve been doing this for like 10 plus years as well … sometimes […]
San Francisco, CA – Diddy was sidelined in San Francisco and forced to cancel an appearance for surgery on his left quadricep — but that didn’t stop him from plugging one of his latest ventures. Dressed in a hospital gown and blue hair net, the Hip Hop mogul spoke about the return of Making The […]
New York, NY – After roughly 25 months in the position, Paul Rosenberg has decided to step down as Def Jam Recordings’ CEO/Chairman. According to a press release, Rosenberg has decided to launch a new joint venture with Universal Music Group (UMG) called Goliath Records. However, he’ll continue to serve as a consultant to Def Jam for […]
New York, NY – As a member of the Diplomats, Jim Jones became a household name in the early 2000s. He carved out a successful solo career following Dipset’s reign at the top but took some time to grow his business ventures like his Vampire Life clothing line, his CAPO-Saucey Farm and Extracts collaboration, and his […]
The always radiant Jhené Aiko is setting the stages for her third studio album Def Jam, which she has affectionately titled CHILOMBO. An album release date of March 6 was also revealed when Jhené took to Instagram to simultaneously premiere the cover art, which features her staring off into the sunlight while sporting a yellow […]
Jadakiss’ upcoming album Ignatius was all locked and loaded with a Pusha T feature but in an ironic and eerie twist, the song mirrors the circumstances shrouding Pop Smoke’s recent murder and the Good Music President is distancing himself from the lyrical killing spree. “‘Hunting Season’ was a request that IcePick Jay (RIP) always had […]
More than seven million people tuned in to peep the breakout visual, “ROXANNE,” when it premiered last week. In an effort to keep the flames hot and burning, the incomparable Swae Lee has hopped on the official remix. View this post on Instagram roxanne remix drops toniteeee who’s ready? ??? A post shared by Arizona […]
New York, NY – LL Cool J apparently blocked Hot 97 radio personality Peter Rosenberg on Twitter at some point. But LL, being the cool guy he is, decided to unblock Rosenberg on Friday (February 21) and provide a little comic relief in the process. “Yo @Rosenberadio I unblocked you so you can stop crying […]
Duke Deuce released Memphis Massacre 2 on Wednesday (February 19) after dropping the first installment Memphis Massacre in 2018. This time around, the “Crunk Ain’t Dead” rapper gives more than Crunk vibes. The 27-year-old rapper got his big break with Quality Control when Offset saw a video of social media personality “SheLovesMeechie” dancing to one of Duke’s songs. […]
New York, NY – In a time when life feels fragile and love can seem fleeting, there are signposts reminding us that life holds immeasurable meaning and love can last a lifetime if we have vision and faith and accrue the tools to sustain what we hold dear. Joseph “Rev Run” Simmons is a living […]
Los Angeles, CA – Red Bull is taking fans into the world behind Teyana Taylor’s live show House of Petunia with a new documentary titled Assembly Required: Teyana Taylor’s House of Petunia. The film explores the creative and collaborative efforts it took to make her performance at Red Bull Music Festival New York possible. The 60-minute documentary captures […]
The average Hip Hop fan is aware Eminem rarely does interviews. But typically during album mode, he sits down with a couple of trusted friends to discuss his career and a bevy of other topics. In the wake of his 11th studio album, Music To By Murdered By, Shady spoke with longtime friend and collaborator […]
For those who were hoping to fill their homes with the scent of Erykah Badu‘s scorched underwear — you’re too late. The neo-soul trailblazer took to Twitter to announce that her “Badu Pussy Premium Incense” has already sold out. “Fasses selling pu$$ c in the south ???!” she wrote on Thursday (Feb. 20), mere hours […]
Dwyane Wade just made the leap into the Hip Hop arena. The retired Miami Heat legend jumped on Rick Ross’ new track called “Season Ticket Holder,” along with current Heat player Udonis Haslem and R&B artist Raphael Saadiq. Wade attacks the first verse, spitting, “I’m the son of a saint, still considered a sinner (Ha)/Three rings on […]
Rising Atlanta rapper Lil Gotit is making his imprint on 2020 felt early with the release of Superstar Creator, his 12-track album executively produced by his hometown hero, London On Da Track. To coincide with the project’s arrival, the Polo G-assisted “Free Melly” video has been unveiled. Directed by Jake & Oliver across a multitude […]
Atlanta, GA – Fresh off of his first-ever All-Star appearance, Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young hit a milestone, running a career-high 50 points in a thrilling 129-124 victory over the Miami Heat on Thursday (February 20). Moments after the final buzzer sounded, the ATL hooper was congratulated on the court by friend and longtime […]
Chance The Rapper was in a nostalgic mood on Thursday (February 20) as a lot of people are on the unofficial #ThrowbackThursday weekly holiday — and he wasn’t going to let anybody ruin it. The Chicago philanthropist decided to share a video clip on Instagram featuring a much younger Lizzo interviewing him for a Minneapolis-based […]
Charlotte, NC – Stylish newcomer Zay The Goat is fashionably terrorizing a boutique in his zany new video, “New Yeezys” — a RealStreetRadio premiere. “I get counted out and slept on like I ain’t the GOAT so I made New Yeezys as a statement to let you know I’m not to be slept on,” Zay […]
Run-DMC’s contributions to Hip Hop are immeasurable. Growing up in Hollis, Queens, Joseph “Rev Run” Simmons, Darryl “DMC” McDaniels and the late Jason “Jam Master Jay” Mizell never could’ve predicted the global impact they’d have on the culture. Thirty-six years after throwing their black bowler hats in the ring with their 1984 self-titled debut, the […]
Los Angeles, CA – The man accused of shooting and killing Nipsey Hussle will reportedly stand trial this spring. New York Daily News reports Eric Holder was in a Los Angeles courtroom earlier this week when Judge Robert Perry said the trial is expected to start at the beginning of April and last roughly two weeks. “Mr. […]
Despite the absence of Eminem’s name on the tracklist, Slim Shady has made a healthy contribution to Royce Da 5’9’s new album The Allegory. Midway through the project, a familiar voice begins speaking on “Perspective (Skit)” and it’s quickly apparent it’s Nickle Nine’s Bad Meets Evil cohort. For two minutes and 24 seconds, Em speaks […]
RealStreetRadio Premiere – J.PERIOD has made the seemingly impossible, possible and cleared the seemingly un-clearable. Last year, the tenured DJ/producer received the green light to re-release his two-part mixtape, J. PERIOD Presents…The Best Of Lauryn Hill (Fire & Water), exclusively on Apple Music. After debuting The Best Of Lauryn Hill (Vol. 1: Fire) earlier this month, J.PERIOD is back […]
Detroit, MI – Fresh off the release of the third installment of his No Cosign Just Cocaine series, Detroit MC Ty Farris drops off a two-for-one visual for the Bozack Morris-produced singles “No Receipt, No Return” and “Ride Thru The Jungle.” Directed by Augustine Cruz for Envysion Entertainment, the video’s dark scenery and dramatic lighting […]
Continuing to support their 2019 collaborative LP Grace and Alchemy, Midwest MC G. Huff and Southern spitter Lena Jackson release a remix for the standout “Another Dead Rapper” featuring the iconic Brownsville duo M.O.P. View this post on Instagram G.Huff & @ljackpower "Another Dead Rapper" ft @famem.o.p and @billydanzem.o.p (@statikselekt remix) Dropping this off on […]
YoungBoy Never Broke Again has released his Still Flexin Still Steppin mixtape. The Baton Rouge-bred rapper revealed the tracklist on Thursday (February 20) with an Instagram post. Consisting of 14 fresh cuts, the project features Quando Rondo as its sole guest. Previously released singles include the Vadebeatz-produced “Fine By Time” and “Knocked Off” produced by […]
Charlotte, North Carolina MC Deniro Farrar has resurfaced with a new EP called Sole Food, which arrives roughly a year after the Re-Up EP. The cover art depicts a shirtless Deniro sitting outside in a chair as his signature dreads are shaved off. The health conscious rapper talked about his decision to change his lifestyle in […]
New York, NY – Once upon a time Birdman once said that Drake and Nicki Minaj are forever in business with him. The same goes for Lil Wayne, Young Thug and the many other artists under or associated with Young Money Cash Money. During a recent stop by Complex’s Everyday Struggle, the millionaire-mogul opened up […]
Los Angeles, CA – The rumor mill was buzzing on Wednesday (February 20) after several erroneous reports suggested Nipsey Hussle’s girlfriend Lauren London had moved on with Diddy. But London promptly set the record straight Instagram, bringing the chatter to an abrupt halt. “Stop fuckin playing with me and my name,” she wrote. “Now let […]
Lil Baby‘s My Turn arrives on February 28 but ahead of its release, the Quality Control star has revealed the project’s star-studded guest appearance lineup. The project is set to feature fresh verses from Lil Wayne, Gunna, Young Thug and Future, among others. My Turn also include his buzzing singles “Whoa” and “Sum 2 Prove.” His song “Catch […]
Portland, OR – CD Baby is shutting down its Portland, Oregon-based retail store. The independent distributor is making the pivot to focus more on distribution, monetization and promotion services. As one of the largest distribution services in the world, they will continue to distribute physical products through other channels. “CD Baby’s mission is to help […]