Tory Lanez was not deported, despite reports to the contrary. On Tuesday (August 4), a rep for the embattled singer denied Lanez had been deported back to Canada for acquiring a gun charge. Lanez was arrested July 12 on a felony charge of possession of a concealed weapon amid the incident with Megan Thee Stallion. […]
The Weeknd will release a collaboration with the late Juice Wrld this week. The XO singer made the announcement via Instagram on Tuesday (August 4), just two days ahead of the song’s scheduled release. “XO + 999 Thursday Night,” he wrote alongside a photo of Juice. View this post on Instagram XO + 999 Thursday […]
Twitch – Following the success of his PASS THE MIC event this past July — which featured virtual performances from soul legends — DJ Cassidy is looking to take the series to the next level. He’ll be amassing 35 Hip Hop icons for a second volume via Twitch on Wednesday (August 5) to uplift and pay […]
Chicago, IL – Chicago’s FBG Duck was shot and killed in his hometown on Tuesday (August 4). According to multiple reports, the 26-year-old rapper was one of three victims in a shooting in the Windy City’s Gold Coast neighborhood. Police said three people were shopping on Oak Street, which is home to multiple luxury retail […]
DaBaby has released the deluxe edition of his third studio album, Blame It On Baby. The expanded version adds 10 new tracks as well as the Black Lives Matter remix of his hit single “Rockstar” featuring Roddy Ricch. The Interscope Records artist’s upgrade features collaborations with Young Thug, Gunna, Stunna 4 Vegas and Rich Dunk. […]
Lupe Fiasco assessed Hip Hop’s reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic in an interview with Vulture. Lupe gave the culture a slightly below average grade but noted how many people aren’t trusting of the system, making it difficult for some to accept the gravity of the situation. “To be honest, if you have to grade it, […]
Dr. Dre is keeping busy while going through a high-profile divorce. On Monday (August 3), the Hip Hop legend was pictured in studio with the equally legendary Nas as well as former Aftermath artist, Slim the Mobster. Slim was signed to Dre’s imprint in the late 00s but went to jail in 2013 and was […]
New York, NY – JAY-Z has made yet another powerful move to push the culture forward. On Tuesday (August 4), the Hip Hop mogul announced a partnership between his Roc Nation imprint and Brooklyn’s Long Island University to launch the Roc Nation School of Music, Sports & Entertainment. The school will begin taking applications this […]
Travis Scott celebrated the two-year anniversary of his chart-topping album Astroworld with a handwritten letter to fans that included a potential surprise at the end. In the note shared to his social media on Monday (August 3), Scott thanked his fans for making the project such a success and teased what could be the name […]
Kanye West hasn’t given up on his presidential aspirations. According to TMZ, he’s even named his vice presidential candidate in filings to get on the ballots in Arkansas, Missouri and Vermont. Yeezy has selected a “biblical life coach” named Michelle Tidball as his VP. Kanye mentioned Tidball as his potential VP choice in his bizarre […]
Although he owns a streaming service, not all of JAY-Z’s musical catalog can be found throughout TIDAL’s app. On Monday (August 3), Jigga quietly unearthed a trio of his songs previously not readily available on digital service providers. The newest of the bunch — 2012’s “Glory” — is produced by The Neptunes and was released following […]
Ice Cube urged Black Americans to recognize the importance of their vote in a vlog posted on Monday (August 3). The legendary MC addressed the controversy he’s stirred up following George Floyd’s murder and championed his “Contract With Black America” while discussing the 2020 election season. “A lot of people think I’ve been on one […]
Paramus, NJ – Now that Tekashi 6ix9ine is officially off house arrest, the 24-year-old Brooklyn native is free to roam whenever he feels like it, but that doesn’t exactly mean he should. Despite 6ix9ine’s reputation as a snitch, he appears unafraid of any potential retaliation by Nine Trey or any other gang — at least […]
Skinnyfromthe9 lashed out his critics and doubters following his hospitalization for a July shooting. The New Jersey-bred rapper ranted about people questioning him for jumping on Instagram after getting shot and reflected on avoiding the worst-case scenarios. “You know I really hate the internet like I really hate you mindless/ sheep following the crowd ass […]
New York, NY – Following the positive reception from the series premiere of BET’s No Limit Chronicles, the network is now focusing on the popular imprint’s late 90s, East Coast counterpart: the Ruff Ryders. Known for introducing the world to the talents of DMX, Swizz Beatz, Eve, The LOX’s Jadakiss, Styles P and Sheek Louch […]
The Joe Budden versus Logic conversation has been ongoing for years — and now, Charlamagne Tha God is jumping back in. The former Everyday Struggle co-host has consistently criticized Bobby Tarantino for (what Budden sees as) his subpar rapping abilities and inauthenticity. It all came to a head last month when Logic announced he was […]
Young Dolph is giving supporters of his upcoming Rich Slave album a chance to win a Lamborghini. The Memphis-bred rapper has launched a contest that will let one lucky fun take home a 2018 Aventador S Roadster valued a $412,000. Fans can enter the “Rich Slave Lamborghini Contest” by pre-ordering Dolph’s new LP or purchasing […]
New York, NY – Rumors of Bobby Shmurda’s impending prison release started floating around Twitter on Monday (August 3). But any possibility of him getting out this week have proven to be false. According to Complex, the 26-year-old rapper (real name Ackquille Pollard) has a parole hearing set for the week of August 17 — not […]
Philadelphia-bred singer Jaguar Wright opened up a massive can of worms on Instagram when she called out Common, The Roots, Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, Talib Kweli and more in the wake of Malik B’s death. At one point, the 43-year-old artist suggested Roots frontman Black Thought didn’t write his own raps. Instead, she said Malik […]
Detroit, MI – J. Cole’s recently revisited NBA dream could seemingly become a reality if all goes well. On Monday (August 3), the Detroit Pistons (who are currently outside of the 2020 NBA Bubble) openly invited the Dreamville MC to tryout for the team and even mocked up a jersey in his honor. “@JColeNC we […]
Braselton, GA – Former Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta star and ex-owner of The Source Benzino has been arrested again. This time, TMZ reports he flew into a “jealous rage” and took it out on the mother of his child’s boyfriend — and the man’s truck. The incident allegedly took place on Friday (July 31) in […]
Desiigner has been outside and he hasn’t seen Ms. Rona anywhere – leading him to believe the virus isn’t even around anymore. Taking to his Instagram Story on Monday (August 3), the Life Of Desiigner rapper was enjoying life poolside when he decided to implore his followers to do the same. In a video clip, […]
1200 Slim has recently released an outstanding teaser for his upcoming album Revelations under the form of a fiery single “Tik Tok.” Authentic, sharp, and tasteful, “Tik Tok” sees the rapper deliver some of his best verses to date, and powerfully establish himself as a creative force to be reckoned with in the game. After […]
Over the weekend, Jay Electronica followed Nick Cannon and Wiley in going on an anti-Semitic rant. In it, criticized Jewish teachings and said he wants all the smoke from the Jewish people. Michael Rapaport, who is Jewish, went for the smoke, although he did it in a mocking tone. Says the men with a penchant […]
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MC Serch launched The Serch Says Podcast earlier this year and he’s already had a handful of intriguing guests such as Method Man, actor Jon Cryer and now, W. Kamau Bell. The comedian and host of CNN’s United Shades Of America sat down with the 3rd Bass legend (via video because, social distancing) and chopped it up about a […]
HipHopDX – This week in Hip Hop, several controversies marred the release of new music with long-term potential. Following reports Megan Thee Stallion was cut on glass after her wild police stop alongside Tory Lanez, the New Toronto singer was shortly given an even greater spotlight after the investigation shifted directly on him. And Nick […]
Charleston, SC – Kanye West’s first official “campaign rally” took place at the Exquis Event Center in Charleston, South Carolina on Sunday (July 19). With all eyes on him, the presidential hopeful — who shaved “2020” into his head before the event — crashed and burned in yet another wild rant that included Harriet Tubman […]
Beyoncé is giving fans another look into her upcoming Black Is King visual album. The Houston icon shared a trailer on Sunday (July 19) featuring her husband JAY-Z, longtime collaborators such as Pharrell but also fellow Destiny’s Child singer Kelly Rowland, Beyoncé’s mother Tina Knowles-Lawson, fashion model Naomi Campbell, Academy Award-winner Lupita Nyong’o and many […]
Editorial – With summer 2020 already in full swing – musically, at least – we’re about to enter DJ Khaled season. The veteran, Miami-bred Hip Hop producer teased the release of two Drake-assisted singles for this Friday, in the buildup to his 12th studio album Khaled Khaled. Calling on the 6 God comes as no […]