Milwaukee, WI – Travis Scott was really moved when he saw a fan going through chemotherapy celebrated another year of life by enjoying Scott’s new McDonald’s value meal. A photo that fan Jonah DeToro shared of himself eating the meal at the Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin caught La Flame’s attention on Tuesday (September 8). And […]
Freddie Gibbs and Benny The Butcher headed south to Miami to bring the tropical vibes for “Frank Lucas.” Gibbs and the Griselda rapper sip champagne as they ride through the South Florida waters in the clip, dropping bars full of drug references inspired by the late Harlem kingpin the song is named after. Gibbs also […]
Mary J. Blige has no interest in participating in Verzuz. During an appearance on Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, the Queen of Hip Hop Soul confirmed she wasn’t eager to battle anyone in the popular series. Blige was asked if she watched the battle between Brandy and Monica, which she confirmed she […]
INTERVIEW – Houston native Ken The Man has been steadily growing a buzz since picking up a mic seven years ago. But in 2019, she saw rapid growth not even she expected – all thanks to a quick song she wrote in her car while delivering food for DoorDash. The Keno-produced “He Be Like” has […]
After being delayed from hitting theaters in April due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Charm City Kings finally has a new release date. Meek Mill‘s Hollywood debut is now slated to land on HBO Max for streaming on October 8. The rescheduled release date was revealed in a new trailer for the film, which also caught […]
Armani Caesar is ready to roll out The Liz Tape, her Griselda Records debut. After postponing the album following the death of her mentor DJ Shay in August, the Buffalo-bred MC has picked out a new release date for the LP. Caesar’s project, which was originally going to drop on August 21, is now scheduled […]
Charlamagne Tha God is hoping he has the next media empire on his hands. On Wednesday (September 9), the brash radio personality in partnership with iHeartMedia announced the launch of the Black Effect Podcast Network. The groundbreaking media network is slated to host 18 podcasts starting this fall. The replay of his nationally-syndicated radio morning […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has prevented Rolling Loud from staging its usual series of festivals in 2020, so the event series is making an adjustment. Rolling Loud has partnered with Twitch to present a free virtual festival, which is scheduled to air on September 12-13. Rolling Loud and Twitch’s “Loud Stream” will feature two days of […]
Joe Budden is doing damage control after a string of allegations hit the internet over the last couple of weeks. Not only was he accused of domestic violence by his ex Tahiry Jose, but a call between himself and his former fiancée Cyn Santana also leaked that suggested violence was prevalent in their relationship as […]
50 Cent never misses an opportunity to promote his branding while poking fun at the demise of one of his Hip Hop compatriots. His latest victim, Dr. Dre, is going through a testy divorce battle with his wife of 24 years, Nicole Young. Young is requesting Dre sits down for a lengthy 21-hour deposition, according to […]
The Spillage Village crew will release their major label debut on the final New Music Friday of September 2020. Dreamville Records has announced the Atlanta-based collective’s highly anticipated Spilligion LP is scheduled to drop on September 25. Spillage Village includes Dreamville artists J.I.D and EarthGang but originated before the two acts ever signed with J. […]
It’s safe to say Joe Budden isn’t having the best couple of weeks. Not long after his ex Tahiry Jose accused him of previous domestic violence, leaked audio of a conversation with his former fiancée Cyn Santana hit the internet and, again, paints the podcast host in an unflattering light. Additionally, alleged court docs reportedly […]
Wiz Khalifa has released a new mixtape titled Big Pimpin in celebration of his birthday, which saw him turn 33 on Tuesday (September 8). The tape is his fourth project of 2020 but his first of the year to feature more than seven tracks. The Taylor Gang leader’s latest work is comprised of 17 songs, […]
Macomb County, MI – The 26-year-old man who was arrested for breaking into Eminem’s Michigan home in April reportedly had sinister plans for the legendary MC. According to a tweet from courtroom reporter Nick Perreault, suspect Matthew Hughes was there to kill Slim Shady. “Court. Eminem news,” Perreault tweeted on Wednesday (September 9). “‘Mr. Mathers […]
Tekashi 6ix9ine’s apparent ride-or-die Akademiks isn’t sugar coating his thoughts on the controversial rapper’s new album TattleTales. Instead, the media personality has deemed the project a “flop” after Billboard disqualified over 100,000 of his merch bundles. Although TattleTales was originally expected to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, 6ix9ine’s sophomore effort is now […]
Bow Wow isn’t a stranger when it comes to domestic discourse. In February 2019, he was arrested on charges of battery for an altercation with his former girlfriend Leslie Holden (better known as Kiyomi Leslie). Because they both had visible injuries, Holden was taken into custody as well. Now, leaked audio of the Growing Up Hip […]
The Drake vs. Lil Wayne tour made its way through the U.S. in summer 2014. Much like Verzuz, the 30-date trek put the superstar rappers against each other going hit for hit in a Street Fighter-style battle. In the end, no winner was crowned as they determined it to be a tie and the guys […]
The Dr. Dre and Nicole Young divorce case just gets more bizarre at every turn. According to legal docs uncovered by TMZ on Tuesday (September 8), Young wants the court to mandate that Dre sit down for a 21-hour deposition to sift through their prenup and financial issues. That’s 13 hours for the prenup in […]
Action Bronson is making his return very soon. On Wednesday (September 9), the Queens rapper announced that his long-awaited new album Only For Dolphins will be released on September 25 via Loma Vista Recordings. The project will feature 12 tracks with guest appearances from Meyhem Lauren, Hologram and Yung Mehico, along with production by Alchemist, […]
Following the release of his new album Detroit 2, Big Sean has opened up about his personal conversations with Nipsey Hussle before his sudden passing in March 2019. The Detroit rapper talked to Angie Martinez on Tuesday (September 8) about their relationship and how Nipsey was always growing as a person. “Me and him definitely […]
Travis Scott is loving it. In celebration of his Travis Scott Meal debuting at McDonald’s on Tuesday (September 8), the Houston native released a highly-anticipated merchandise collection to his website for his ragers to gobble up. The capsule connects the Golden Arches with Scott’s world of Cactus Jack. A wide range of garments found in […]
The ever-elusive Aesop Rock has resurfaced with a new Rob Shaw-directed video called “The Gates,” the first single from his forthcoming album Spirit World Field Guide. The project serves as the Rhymesayers Entertainment MC’s first solo album since 2016’s The Impossible Kid and, like that album, is entirely produced by Aes himself (except for “Sleeper Car,” […]
The next Verzuz battle has been announced and this time, two soul legends are stepping into the virtual arena. On Tuesday (September 8), Timbaland and Swizz Beatz revealed Patti LaBelle and Gladys Knight are set to battle it out on Sunday (September 13). The”One Night Only” event kicks off at 5 p.m. PST/8 p.m. EST. […]
Los Angeles, CA – Tory Lanez has remained relatively silent on the Megan Thee Stallion shooting incident that took place in Los Angeles on July 12. But in a text obtained by TMZ, the once flourishing Quarantine Radio host blamed alcohol for the melee. Roughly 15 hours after Meg was shot in both feet, Lanez […]
Conway The Machine has altered the tracklist of his upcoming album From King To A God. Just a few days before its September 11 release date, the Griselda Records rapper revealed the update along with a video for the LP’s lead single “Lemon” featuring Method Man. After previously being announced as an 11-song project, Conway […]
It’s been a long, wildly successful run, but Keeping Up With The Kardashians (KUWTK) is coming to an end. In an Instagram post on Tuesday (September 8), Kim Kardashian announced the reality show starring herself and sisters Khloe Kardashian, Kourtney Kardashian, Kylie Jenner and Kendall Jenner will air its 20th and final season in early […]
Hip Hop and R&B dominated Billboard’s Songs of Summer chart in 2020. DaBaby and Roddy Ricch’s “ROCKSTAR” collaboration led the way at No. 1 in a Top 10 featuring Megan Thee Stallion, The Weeknd, Doja Cat, Nicki Minaj and more. According to Billboard, its annual Songs of the Summer chart calculates “the cumulative performance on […]
Famous Dex has changed his tune less than 48 hours after explicitly proclaiming, “King Von, you are a bitch! Suck my dick!” During an Instagram Live on Labor Day (September 7), Dex apologized to his fans for lashing out and said the Black Chicago community shouldn’t be divided. However, he made it clear that he […]
Downey, CA – Travis Scott kicked off his collaboration with McDonald’s by showing up at the fast-food chain’s oldest restaurant in Downey, California on Tuesday (September 8). The multi-platinum selling rapper pulled up in a red Ferrari and ended up surrounded by a huge crowd to celebrate the release of his Travis Scott Meal, which […]
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air drama reboot is heading to Peacock. According to Entertainment Weekly, the series has landed a two-season order at NBCUniversal’s new streaming service Peacock. Will Smith, who played The Fresh Prince on the beloved 90’s sitcom and will serve as executive producer on the reboot, announced the news in a conversation with […]