Recognition from J. Cole is presumably one of the best forms of accolades for a rising rapper from Cole’s hometown of Fayetteville, North Carolina — and that’s exactly what Morray got. The burgeoning artist released his new single “Quicksand” on Thursday (October 29) and received instant praise from the Dreamville Records boss who commented on […]
The United States of America – Celebrities showed up in droves to vote in the 2020 election on Tuesday (November 3) — and they wanted to take their fans along for the ride. Cardi B, Offset, Kid Cudi, SZA, Big Sean, Kanye West and Jhené Aiko were among the names who shared their trip to […]
50 Cent is always a tweet or Instagram post away from voicing his opinions on — well, everything. On Tuesday (November 3), it was reported Lil Wayne and his girlfriend Denise Bidot had split over their political beliefs. Late last month, Wayne publicly endorsed Donald Trump, which was believed to cause the initial rift in […]
Fort Lauderdale, FL – As if 2020 couldn’t get weirder. While YNW Melly awaits a verdict in his double murder case, his mother and girlfriend decided it was an appropriate time to throw him a party outside of the Fort Lauderdale, Florida jail where he’s been for the past 20 months. But not just any […]
DJ Paul and Krayzie Bone were scheduled to represent their respective groups in an Instagram Live battle in April, but the virtual event never happened. In an interview with HNHH, Paul explained how the independently organized matchup between Bone Thugs-N-Harmony and Three 6 Mafia didn’t materialize after Verzuz intervened. “I was talking to [Verzuz] and […]
Erykah Badu recently chopped it up with radio personality Ebro Darden for the inaugural episode of Apple Music’s new show The Message. As described in a press release, The Message is a “series that aims to further the dialogue about the unrest and inequalities in the United States and abroad via intimate conversations with some of […]
Waka Flocka isn’t happy with the media coverage of the 2020 presidential election. The multi-platinum selling rapper didn’t name any specific television networks or political outlets but criticized the entire industry in general on Tuesday (November 3). “The way the media spinning this election is disgusting and disrespectful to the people,” he wrote via Instagram. […]
Charlotte, NC – DaBaby’s older brother Glen Johnson reportedly committed suicide on Tuesday (November 3) in their hometown of Charlotte, North Carolina. Now, the chart-topping rapper is speaking out about Johnson’s death. In a post shared to his Instagram Stories, DaBaby quoted a line from his song “Intro” from 2017’s Billion Dollar Baby, which goes “My […]
New York, NY – Anthony “Harv” Ellison, one of Tekashi 6ix9ine’s kidnappers, has reportedly been sentenced to decades in prison. According to TMZ, Ellison was sentenced to 24 years behind bars in a New York federal court on Wednesday (November 4) on charges of racketeering, kidnapping and assault. In addition to the hefty sentence, Ellison […]
Chris Brown is sensing danger following the 2020 presidential election. The RCA Records singer encouraged fans to look after their loved ones, sharing his concerns about how people may act if the voting results don’t go their way. “PLEASE YALL… after this election shit… protect ya families and friends,” he wrote via Instagram Stories. “be […]
Compton, CA – Drakeo The Ruler was in a Compton courthouse for trial on Monday (November 2) where he accepted an unexpected plea deal for time served from the Los Angeles District Attorney’s office — and just like that, Drakeo was on his way home. On Wednesday (November 4), he shared a video of himself to […]
Polo G embraced the remote reality of NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert series by taking over a basketball court for his entry. The Columbia Record artist’s “home” edition saw him performing with a live band at an outdoor court in Los Angeles. In a fitting choice for the setting and location, Polo and his band all […]
Black Thought knows he’s earned a reputation as “your favorite rapper’s favorite rapper,” but one MC made him feel truly honored to have that crown. In an interview with Vulture, The Roots frontman recalled when a Hip Hop pioneer gave him the most meaningful compliment he’s ever received as an artist. “I’ve always gotten that […]
Russ is holding folks accountable for making Lil Pimp Pump happen. With a retweet of a 2018 tweet from Pump proudly dissing him, Russ laughed and blamed society for allowing the “Gucci Gang” rapper to have a platform in the first place. “I’ll never forgive y’all for makin lil pimp actually be a thing,” Russ […]
NLE Choppa feels a conspiracy is going down, but he’s not going to let it get to him. The 18-year-old rapper released the video for his new single “Bryson” via YouTube on Sunday (November 1) and found it wild he got more hits on the “dislike” button than for any of his previous works. According […]
Kodak Black shared the tracklist for his Bill Israel album on Wednesday (November 4) and there’s a surprising name among the guests. The incarcerated rapper is collaborating with Tory Lanez on the upcoming LP, which is scheduled to arrive on November 11. Bill Israel also features Gucci Mane, Lil Yachty, Jackboy and CBE. Kodak says […]
Editorial – Remember that time Drake and former Everyday Struggle co-host Wayno got into a quick Instagram beef spat following Drizzy’s in-home Sanctuary Basketball League championship win? Now, The Crew League basketball tournament will live stream that same level of amateur rapper hoops competition and trash talk with the added merit of a $100,000 cash […]
Charlotte, NC – DaBaby’s older brother has reportedly committed suicide. According to TMZ, sources with direct knowledge of the incident said Glen Johnson took his own life in their hometown of Charlotte, North Carolina on Tuesday (November 3). Johnson had posted a video on social media earlier in the day holding a gun and visibly […]
Kid Cudi’s acting career is venturing into the horror genre once again. The multi-platinum artist has been cast in director Ti West’s next horror film X, according to Deadline. X will be West’s first horror film since 2013’s The Sacrament. Cudi has signed on to star alongside actress Mia Goth, who had a supporting role […]
Atlanta, GA – Offset showed support for his fellow Georgia voters on Election Day 2020. The Migos rapper partnered with The Lincoln Project to give out free food at the polls in Gwinnett and Fulton County on Tuesday (November 3). The multi-platinum selling artist traveled around the Atlanta area, working in a food truck during […]
Houston, TX – In the last minute stretch, Beyoncé came through with an endorsement for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. On Monday (November 3), just one day before the November 3 election, Queen Bey showed the world who she’s voting for with a post rocking a mask in support of the Democratic candidates — and […]
Dave East reportedly has a song with JAY-Z that Nas is willing to hop on – he’s just waiting on the word. In a recent interview with NME, the Queensbridge-bred Hip Hop legend talked about a 2019 interview in which East revealed he was sitting on a Hov-assisted Timbaland beat he wanted his mentor on. According […]
Future previously admitted he makes sure cop all of his women an Audemars Piguet (AP) watch – and now his rumored new boo Dess Dior has been spotted wearing one. The burgeoning rapper sported the ice on her 22nd birthday on Monday (November 2) after she’d been seen out and about with Future over the […]
Lil Pump plans to leave the country if Donald Trump doesn’t get a second term as president. In a video posted to his story on Friday (October 30), Pump declared he’d be moving to Colombia if Joe Biden wins the 2020 presidential election. The “Gucci Gang” rapper appeared to enjoy making his declaration as well, […]
Rapsody has dropped a video for the Don Cannon-produced “12 Problems,” a single from the Roc Nation compilation REPRISE. The visuals open up with Ambré Perkins’ “Revolution” playing while a Black girl does a ballet routine in front of a photo from photographer Yvette Glasco’s “Don’t Let Go.” “I just thought the pictures are so […]
Kaash Paige could be the next artist gifted with a Drake verse. The 19-year-old Def Jam signee surprised her followers when she posted up with the OVO leader on Friday (October 30). Tagging Los Angeles in the location, Paige didn’t say much in her caption but referenced his 2009 mixtape So Far Gone as a […]
Lil Nas X, an ardent fan of Nicki Minaj, pulled out all to the stops to dress up like her for Halloween. While the “Old Town Road” hitmaker’s costume was well received by many of his fans, it didn’t get the approval of 50 Cent. The G-Unit boss was in disbelief over Lil Nas X’s […]
T.I. gave some terrible advice about how to stay safe during the COVID-19 pandemic in an interview with Complex. While defending his decision to go clubbing and not wear a mask while coronavirus infections are increasing in many states, the Grand Hustle founder claimed to use a debunked myth involving drinking warm liquids to “kill” […]
Benny The Butcher is riding a high. After his critically acclaimed Burden Of Proof became the highest-charting Griselda release to date, Benny chatted with Apple Music’s Ebro Darden and discussed a potential collaborative project with Freddie Gibbs. Darden suggested the two should do a Best Of Both Worlds style tape, which prompted Benny to confirm the two were discussing the […]
Kanye West’s switch to making Christian music allowed him to win his first Dove Award from the Gospel Music Association. Yeezy’s song “Follow God” won for Rap/Hip Hop Recorded Song of the Year at the 2020 GMA Dove Awards on Friday (October 30). West celebrated his victory via Twitter, praising God multiple times in his […]