EDITORIAL – The homecoming story of Amir “Loon” Muhadith from prison wouldn’t be complete without a prerequisite interview with The Breakfast Club. On Monday (August 10), the former Bad Boy artist spoke to the morning show’s co-hosts Charlamagne Tha God, Angela Yee and DJ Envy via Zoom for a lengthy interview after nearly a decade behind […]
One of DaBaby’s friends subjected himself to drinking spoiled milk in an effort to win $5,000. The Interscope Records artist’s bet challenged the man to swallow a gallon of dairy chunks in order to collect the full amount of cash. Unsurprisingly, DaBaby’s pal struggled to scoff down the milk. His first attempt resulted in him […]
Chicago, IL – The Chicago Police Department warned officers and residents about potential retaliation shootings following the death of FBG Duck. Safety alerts asked teens and young adults to stay inside over the weekend, fearing the response to the loss of Duck. “Chicago Police have expressed concerns of a possible city-wide gang war in retaliation […]
Lawrence, Massachusetts native Reks, Pharoahe Monch and Statik Selektah have converged for the new single “The Complex.” Speaking to HipHopDX, the talented trifecta of Hip Hop veterans dive into the concepts presented in the song, which range from post-traumatic stress disorder to Big Pharma. “The song tackles the nature of a socioeconomic system that utilizes political power […]
Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s NSFW video “WAP” (an acronym for “Wet Ass Pussy”) caused an uproar on social media following its Friday (August 7) release. Not only did Cardi and Meg fans call for Kylie Jenner to be removed from the video, but the song’s sexually explicit lyrics also drew ire online. While speaking […]
Well, that didn’t take long. Just a few days after Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion unleashed “WAP” onto the world, Safaree decided to make a remix called “B.A.D.” or “Big Ass Dick” — and the internet apparently hates it. The Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood personality dropped the song on Monday (August 10) much […]
Nas is cooking up a special project with producer Hit-Boy and wants to make sure the world knows. On Monday (August 10), the exalted MC shared an Instagram video with his 5.9 million followers, which shows the duo in the studio. “I’ve been trying to do this with this man for years,” Nas says over […]
Dozens of Black public figures have signed a letter urging Joe Biden to pick a Black woman as his vice presidential candidate. Diddy, Charlamagne Tha God, Nick Cannon, Timbaland, Ty Dolla $ign, Akon, Doug E. Fresh and Jacquees were among those in the music industry to attach their names to the message. “Failing to select […]
Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s new “WAP” video inadvertently riled up Twitter but not just because of its adult themes and flashy outfits but because of who was in it. On Friday (August 7), after unveiling the NSFW visual, people were outraged Keeping Up With The Kardashians star Kylie Jenner did a walkthrough in […]
Drake can add another person to his long list of enemies now that he’s issued a response to Dancehall artist Mavado. On Friday (August 7), the 6 God hopped into the comments section of his buddy Popcaan’s Instagram live and sent a few shots in the direction of the Gully God. View this post on […]
New York, NY – Tekashi 6ix9ine has become increasingly more visible since being released from house arrest earlier this month. After shooting a video for “Punani” in his hometown of Brooklyn, he headed to a New Jersey Mall where he was continually harassed and followed by fellow shoppers who recognized him. He then posed for […]
Roddy Ricch released his debut album Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial in December 2019, but he’s already looking ahead to his next project. In a new interview with GQ, the Compton rapper confirmed he’s working on the follow-up to his breakthrough album. However, he’s in no rush to give it to the world just yet. “Could I drop […]
A petition to remove Kylie Jenner from Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s “WAP” video has exploded with signatures. Following Friday’s (August 7) video release, the Keeping Up With The Kardashians star started trending on Twitter as people expressed their frustration over her inclusion in the video. So, fans of Megan and Cardi took matters […]
Azealia Banks fans were put on notice over the weekend after the 29-year-old Harlem native hinted at her impending suicide. An outpouring of love and support flooded Twitter’s timeline, with many people begging others to give the same kind of compassion and empathy for Banks they’ve given Kanye West amid his most recent bipolar episode. But […]
Black King Savior makes a bold entrance in the rap game with “Going Crazy”, a track home to an infectious melody and flow, delivered with a dominating confidence by the skilled lyricist. The Chicago native’s multiple life experiences led him to create music from various inspirations, and to experiment with his sonic palette through exploring […]
SkinnyFromThe9 is reliving the night he was shot in a brand new song. Taking to Instagram on Sunday (August 9), the New Jersey rapper shared a snippet of his new song, asking fans to blow up the comments to expedite its release. In the video, Skinny is wearing a Chicago Bulls jersey while walking around […]
HipHopDX – This week in Hip Hop, violence once again made an artist’s music permanently stop but two of Hip Hop’s biggest stars in Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion are destined for new records in the wake of their “WAP” collaboration. And Snoop Dogg reminded us the Hip Hop classroom debate can still heavily […]
Drake‘s long-awaited sixth album may be on the way sooner than we think. According to OnSMASH, the OVO outfit is planning to roll out the album’s first single, pairing The 6 God with none other than Bruno Mars. The rumored collaboration, set to arrive on Friday (August 14) would be the first between the two […]
The response to Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s “WAP” collab has gone off the rails since the song’s release on Friday (August 7). Some fans have credited the song as a summer anthem in the vein of rappers such as Uncle Luke, Trina and Lil Kim, while others have cried foul about the song’s […]
King Von has no love for anybody who willingly listens to Tekashi 6ix9ine. The Chicago rapper has made no qualms about his disdain for 6ix9ine given the “Punani” rapper’s penchant for snitching and took to the offensive again in a lowkey social media post on Tuesday (August 4). “I Cant fuck with no bitch that […]
Boosie Badazz still has an issue with people spending their weekends shopping at the Gucci store. On Saturday (August 8), the Baton Rouge rap legend found himself at the mall onlooking a crowd (of mostly women wearing) waiting in a long line outside the high-end fashion boutique. “Look at they stupid ass in front of Gucci,” Boosie […]
Carole Baskin isn’t here for all the “cool kittens and cats” found in Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion‘s “WAP” video. While others are setting their criticisms aside from the song’s lyrics and Kylie Jenner cameo appearance, the Tiger King star and Big Cat Rescue CEO told Billboard on Saturday (August 8) that the video and […]
Chicago, IL – Days following the murder of her son FBG Duck, the slain rapper’s mother, LaSheena Weekly, is pleading for no more bloodshed in Chicago and that no one sought retribution for her child’s death. In a press conference on Friday (August 7), Weekly stood at the scene of her son’s murder and urged […]
Meek Mill‘s much-publicized history with the judicial system had encouraged his work in not only criminal justice reform but prison reform as well. His numerous battles in court fighting for his freedom has motivated to help out others in Hip Hop facing similar issues, including Juelz Santana. According to TMZ, Meek connected Juelz’ wife, Kimbella […]
Azealia Banks started trending on Twitter over the weekend after she posted a series of alarming messages to her Instagram Stories. On Sunday (August 9), the often controversial rapper flirted with suicide, writing, “Yea, I think I’m done here. This pandemic, extreme lack of social interaction, no intimacy, combined with constant public ridicule is making […]
Murda Beatz found himself a trending Twitter topic on Saturday (August 8) after he falsely claimed Brooklyn rapper Fivio Foreign had been shot and killed. The rumors of his death hit the internet after claims Fivio was involved in a shooting incident outside of the Elleven45 lounge in Atlanta, Georgia started to spread. But according […]
Interview – 29-year-old Romanian visual artist and musician Mihai Rusu recently created a one-of-a-kind piece of opulent artwork dedicated to producer DJ Khaled — and if things go the way he hopes, the funds raised from its sale will help fulfill his lifelong dream of a better smile. He’s consulted with a regional dental professional and […]
Rick Ross is willing to make peace with 50 Cent — but under very specific conditions. The Miami rapper spoke with Billboard ahead of his Verzuz Instagram Live battle with 2 Chainz on Thursday (August 6) following 50’s praise and intent to use Ross’ 2010 hit single “B.M.F.” for his upcoming STARZ Black Mafia Family series. […]
Brooklyn, NY – Juelz Santana had a strict list of people he needed to see once he was released from prison. Among them? His dentist. On Friday (August 7), Santana’s dentist Dr. Daniel Rubinshtein shared a video of himself standing next to the Dipset member saluting him and welcoming him back to society. “He’s back!” […]
If there’s one thing people from Philly love it’s their motorized vehicles. Meek Mill helped bring to light the city’s passion for bike life and his brethren Lil Uzi Vert is showing his experience with them. On Saturday (August 8), the Eternal Atake rapper got together with some friends and took the streets with ATV’s […]