D.C based rapper-songwriter Gill $tackz debuts his career in style with the release of his first ever release, “Ballin.” His savvy blend of trap and catchy melodic constructions will find its audience and appeal to most, especially knowing that this song is filled with empowering vibes, pushing everyone to live their best lives. We all […]
In the midst of her highly-anticipated Verzuz battle with Brandy, Monica surprised fans in virtual attendance by debuting a dreamy collaboration with fellow Atlanta native Lil Baby. The Neptunes-produced “Trenches” made its way onto streaming services Monday night (August 31) following the event inside Tyler Perry Studios. Baby kicks off the tender tune by getting […]
Action Bronson is getting back into the swing of things with some bars for Funkmaster Flex’s Outside freestyle series. The Flushing, Queens rapper set up a camping chair on the sidewalk in Greenpoint, Brooklyn and freestyled over a beat from Griselda producer Daringer. “This is dedicated to the ones that thought the kid was finished/More […]
Rick Ross was in full-on joker mode when he decided it would be a good idea to tase a random friend. In an Instagram video uploaded to Akademiks page, the former correctional officer laughs hysterically as he connects the taser with the man’s chest. He did offer a warning before pulling the stunt, explaining, “Everything’s […]
Public Enemy is back with a vengeance. Shortly after announcing their return to Def Jam Recordings — the label where it all began — Chuck D, Flavor Flav and DJ Lord have returned with the tracklist for their forthcoming album What You Gonna Do When The Grid Goes Down?. Boasting 17 tracks, the upcoming project features […]
Big Sean is clearly still processing the death of actress Naya Rivera. Ahead of the release of his long-awaited Detroit 2 album on Friday (September 4), Sean Don sat down for an interview with Vulture, which found him reflecting on his multi-platinum Dark Sky Paradise smash “IDFWU” being tied to his late ex-girlfriend. “She’s made […]
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray has been one of the standout players in the NBA Bubble since the season restarted. Not only is his basketball in top form, but his musical horizon is also expanding. With all the NBA teams in the same place at the same time, 23-year-old Murray has had the opportunity to […]
Rick Ross isn’t done with Lloyd Banks — at least not yet. On Monday (August 31), the Richer Than I’ve Ever Been rapper fired off a tweet in the former G-Unit affiliate’s direction, once again going after his financial records. He wrote, “@lloydbanks the question was are you broke brother?” The tweet comes after Banks […]
During the 2020 COVID-19 shutdown, music videos have been the lifeblood in keeping fans connected to their favorite artists visually. Vevo has shared their Top 10 Hip Hop Artists, Top 10 Hip Hop Videos and Top 10 Hip Hop Premieres with HipHopDX and the list features a healthy mix of today’s biggest rappers and unwavering […]
Planned Parenthood issued a statement in July that explained why comparing abortion to “Black Genocide” is both “offensive and infantilizing.” But during a recent interview with Nick Cannon for the Cannon’s Class YouTube show, presidential hopeful Kanye West again made the same comparison, reiterating his anti-abortion stance. “There’s some harsh facts that deal with the […]
Greenville, SC – Gucci Mane and his 1017 Records artist Foogiano have reportedly been named in a wrongful death lawsuit. According to the Associated Press, the suit comes roughly two months after 23-year-old Mykala Bell and 51-year-old Clarence Johnson were shot and killed at the Lavish Lounge in Greenville, South Carolina on July 5. The […]
Big Sean is part of the G.O.O.D. Music family, but he didn’t join his labelmates when Kanye West was producing a series of seven-track albums in 2018. Two years later, the Detroit-bred rapper explained why he didn’t participate in the weekly rollout of projects in an interview with Vulture. “I just wasn’t feeling the vibe,” […]
Juicy J has been actively campaigning to compete in Verzuz and suggested a noteworthy matchup on Monday (August 31). While over a million viewers were watching the showdown between Brandy and Monica, Juicy jumped in the Instagram comments to throw out his latest idea for a battle. “Three 6 Mafia vs. N.W.A,” he wrote. now […]
Chicago, IL – R. Kelly was reportedly attacked by a fellow inmate at Chicago’s Metropolitan Correctional Center last month and now, more details surrounding the incident are starting to emerge. Page Six reports the fallen R&B star was asleep last Wednesday (August 26) when the “violent” inmate snuck in his cell “stomping on [Kelly’s] head, […]
The A$AP Mob was founded in 2006 by the late A$AP Yams who recruited A$AP Bari, A$AP Kham and A$AP Illz for the crew. A$AP Rocky and A$AP Ferg would join later along with several other rappers who’d adopted the A$AP moniker. But on Monday (August 31), Illz took to his Instagram Stories and claimed […]
The shocking death of Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman made many fans revisit the film’s soundtrack, which was curated by Kendrick Lamar. According to Billboard, songs from Black Panther: The Album generated 3.5 million streams following Boseman’s passing on August 28. Nielsen Music/MRC Data showed a 103.5 percent increase in streaming activity over the course […]
Just call her Cardi Balenciaga. The Bronx-bred rapper and longtime Balenciaga enthusiast has officially landed her first high-fashion campaign, courtesy of the luxury brand. The debut ad spot was self-produced during the quarantine and premiered Tuesday (September 1) plastered on the side of historic Paris art museum The Louvre. “Ya lookin at the face of […]
Snoop Dogg now has his own gin to pair with some juice. The legendary rapper announced his new liquor brand INDOGGO Gin on Tuesday (September 1), almost three decades since he released one of his biggest hits to date, “Gin & Juice.” In a statement to People, Snoop gave a preview of what to expect […]
YoungBoy Never Broke Again has enlisted the help of Snoop Dogg for a new track titled “Callin” produced by Cassio, VinnyForGood and WallisLane. The song comes from YoungBoy’s upcoming album Top, which is scheduled to drop on September 11. The Baton Rouge-bred rapper’s collaboration with Snoop bridges the gap between two generations of Hip Hop […]
Mozzy has begun the rollout for his new album Occupational Hazard. To kickstart the campaign, the West Coast rapper unveiled the cover art and release date along with the lead single “Death Is Callin” on Tuesday (September 1). Occupational Hazard is scheduled to drop on September 22. The project’s artwork features Mozzy caught between shooters, […]
Brandy accidentally pulled a Mariah Carey on Yung Miami of the City Girls during her Verzuz battle with Monica. Brandy and Monica sat down for their highly anticipated Verzuz on Monday night (August 31), going hit for hit for over three hours with over 1.2 million people tuning in. At one point in the night, […]
Ever the romantic, Kodak Black didn’t let a little thing like being locked up prevent him from showing his affection for actress Zendaya on her 24th birthday. The Euphoria star celebrated her big day on Tuesday (September 1) and the “No Flocking” rapper made sure to celebrate as well. Working around his obviously limited mobility, […]
The child support battle between Future and his most recent child’s mother Eliza Seraphin has reportedly come to an end – and the outcome is likely not one Seraphin was expecting. A new report from Baller Alert revealed a judge has temporarily awarded baby Reign’s mother just $3,200 a month in child support – a […]
Following news Will Smith is shopping a reboot of the beloved 90s classic The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air to networks, fans of the series just received some more great news. Deadline reports the cast will reunite for an HBO Max reunion special on September 10, exactly 30 years to the day since the show made […]
J Dilla passed away almost 15 years ago but that isn’t stopping him from being sued. According to Rolling Stone, the late producer is facing a lawsuit over an allegedly unauthorized sample on his acclaimed album Donuts. The song under scrutiny is “Workinonit,” which is the first full-length track on the LP. The cut samples […]
Jermaine Dupri is a visionary. In 2016, he brought together several aspiring, unsigned rappers of all ages for The Rap Game, a reality television series centered around discovering rap’s next big thing. Now in its fifth season, the Lifetime show has produced a few success stories, including Mulatto and J.I. (the Prince of New York) who are currently […]
R&B queens Monica and Brandy will face off in a Verzuz battle on Monday night (August 31), over 20 years since “The Boy Is Mine” shot to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. 2 Chainz, who was in his early 20s when the song came out, has already decided on a winner. In an Instagram Stories […]
YG has announced a release date for his forthcoming fifth studio album My Life 4Hunnid. According to a press release, the Compton-raised rapper plans to unleash the project on October 2 via Def Jam Recordings. Ahead of its release, YG has shared a raunchy video for one of the album’s singles “Equinox” featuring fellow 4Hunnid rapper […]
MC Eiht has returned with another DJ Premier collaboration called “Honcho” but this time, he’s brought Conway The Machine along for the ride. Boasting classic low riders, blunts and plenty of “gangsta shit,” the video for the track arrived on Monday (August 31) and firmly puts the spotlight on Eiht’s ability to spit nothing but […]
Nas secured the highest-charting debut on the Billboard 200 dated September 5. The veteran MC’s new album King’s Disease entered at No. 5, becoming the 10th Top 5 solo effort of his career. King’s Disease sold roughly 47,000 album equivalent units in its first week with 18,000 of those copies coming from pure album sales. […]