Black Thought reflected on his relationship with the late Malik B in an interview with Variety. The veteran MC recalled how his longtime collaborator played a crucial role in keeping The Roots together in the band’s formative stages. “Malik to me was a brother within a band of brothers,” he said. “At the point at […]
Kendrick Lamar is facing a lawsuit over his Rihanna collaboration “Loyalty” from 2017’s DAMN. album. According to documents obtained by Music Business Worldwide, a musician named Terrance Hayes claims K. Dot’s song heavily lifted elements from a Hayes recording also called “Loyalty.” The suit accuses producer Terrace Martin of having access to Hayes’ version of […]
New York, NY – Fans hoping Bobby Shmurda’s release from the Clinton Correctional Facility was imminent will have to wait. According to a spokesperson for New York’s Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS), the rapper’s parole hearing has been delayed and will now take place the week of September 14. Following the hearing, the Board […]
Roxanne Shanté was just 14 years old when she released “Roxanne’s Revenge” in late 1984, a seething response to the U.T.F.O. track “Roxanne, Roxanne.” Growing up in the Queensbridge Projects in Queens, a young Nas would often see her around and recognized her as “hood star.” Admittedly, he was a bit intimidated by Shanté’s imposing […]
El-P and Killer Mike — collectively known as Run The Jewels — have returned with a new video for “Out Of Sight” featuring 2 Chainz, one of 11 tracks on the duo’s latest album Run The Jewels 4. Directed by Ninian Doff, who also helmed the “Love Again” video from RTJ2, the visual stars the cast […]
Public Enemy has returned to Def Jam Recordings, the iconic record label it helped build into a globally recognized brand. Co-founded by Rick Rubin and Russell Simmons, the legendary imprint was Public Enemy’s first home along with other flagship artists such as Beastie Boys, LL Cool J and T-La Rock & Jazzy Jeff. Over two […]
As the week that’s felt like a year comes to a close HipHopDX wants to help it end on a slightly higher note with the top drops from today, Friday (August 28). Ty Dolla $ign f. Nicki Minaj – “Expensive” Much a verse from Nicki Minaj, Ty Dolla $ign’s women are expensive. Retail may still […]
Lil Wayne’s 2009 mixtape No Ceilings arrived on all digital platforms Friday (August 28). While that was a reason to celebrate for most of Wayne’s nostalgic fans, some weren’t feeling the new version. Instead of the original 21 tracks, the digital version contains just 12 and doesn’t come with any of the skits. The OG […]
The name Steve Jordan might not immediately ring a bell, but anyone who checks out his résumé will be blown away by the number of iconic artists the world class drummer has worked with over the past few decades. From the Rolling Stones and Aretha Franklin to James Brown and Stevie Wonder, Jordan’s breadth of […]
As promised, Black Thought has delivered “Good Morning” featuring Pusha T, Killer Mike, Swizz Beatz and production from Sean C. The single comes from The Roots’ frontman’s forthcoming project Streams of Thought Vol. 3: Cane & Abel and finds Thought spitting ferocious lines such as “Vile temperament, you start shit, we endin’ it/It’s my last wishes, […]
Lay B is a young MC from Atlanta who is dropping his debut track, “Rags 2 Riches.” He started making music at a very young age, discovering his passion through his father who used to be a rapper. His musical versatility is direct, witty and energetic, and his vibrant lyrical flow does wonders. Lay B […]
The final New Music Friday of August 2020 features a diverse mix of releases. From the Internet Money collective’s star-studded debut to The LOX’s first studio LP in four years, this week’s lineup has something for a variety of Hip Hop tastes. Jaden Smith’s third entry in his Cool Tapes series and Nasty C’s Def […]
Nicole Young, Dr. Dre’s estranged wife, reportedly won’t allow him to regain possession of some personal items — including a gun. According to legal documents obtained by The Blast, Young is refusing to let the hitmaking producer get his firearm, golf clubs and a motorcycle from their beach house in Malibu, California. “Mr. Young sent […]
Ladies, Benzino is waiting for you with some exclusive content on his OnlyFans if that’s your thing. The former Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta star showed off his physique in an Instagram post promoting his account on the subscription-based service, promising more behind the paywall. He also had a message for any haters. “If you […]
Charlamagne Tha God reacted to Joe Budden’s impending departure from Spotify by criticizing the rapper-turned-podcaster’s negotiation skills. After Budden declared he was leaving the streaming service due to being undervalued, Charlamagne offered his take on the business move during an episode of The Breakfast Club. “It sounds to me like Joe Budden is a person […]
For reasons currently unknown, Terry Crews has decided to become a vigilante against beloved Atlanta strip club Magic City. In a since-deleted tweet on Thursday (August 27), the America’s Got Talent host called for a boycott against the exotic dance club and threw in the hashtag #BlackLoveMatter for a little razzle dazzle at the end. […]
Cardi B was forced to make a clean version of the sexually-explicit “WAP,” which can be an annoying process for an artist in and of itself. It became ten times worse when she had to use a word that she didn’t even want to say. During an appearance on Australia’s Kyle and Jackie O Show […]
T-Pain took issue with a Vlad TV interview in which Akon assessed the AutoTune purveyor’s career. The multi-platinum selling singer responded to his former boss’ remarks about him plateauing in the music industry on Wednesday (August 26). “The very ppl that held me back is tellin y’all how I could’ve been bigger,” T-Pain wrote via […]
Cardi B is speaking out after Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron’s appearance at the Republican National Convention. Cameron spoke during night two of the RNC on Wednesday (August 26) and casually mentioned Breonna Taylor’s name as he addressed the crowd – though not with an update or any further information on her case. Instead, he […]
Buffalo, NY – HipHopDX has learned Conway The Machine wasn’t apprehended by law enforcement officials after a video showing him in handcuffs surfaced on Thursday afternoon (August 27). A rep for Conway told DX the Buffalo-bred MC was released and never taken into custody. According to the Shady Records artist’s team, a close associate of […]
There are some things kids just don’t want to see their parents doing — and public displays of affection fall into that category. Lil Wayne and his new girlfriend, plus-size model Denise Bidot, have been bombarding their Instagram pages with lovey dovey photos since going public with their romance in June. And at least one person […]
Memphis’ own NLE Choppa has built a following off his “Shotta Flow” series, first breaking out in 2018 with the original before letting it run on YouTube. The video not only set in motion NLE’s career, it boomed on YouTube, racking up over 100 million views. “The first week was crazy with ‘Shotta Flow,’ the […]
A$AP Ferg is in full album mode. Just after dropping the visual to his Nicki Minaj and MadeInTYO-assisted single “Move Ya Hips” on August 14, the A$AP Mob rapper comes through with another video. This time, he links with Nicki’s Young Money boss Lil Wayne and New York rapper Jay Gwuapo for the AXL-produced “No […]
There’s a small chance Drake could deliver his Certified Lover Boy album at midnight on Friday (August 28). According to an Instagram post from DJ Akademiks, if Drake doesn’t deliver the project, he won’t be eligible for the 2021 Grammy Awards. “Tomorrow will be the last Friday in the eligibility period for the 2021 63rd […]
Even with the 2009 Rihanna assault, Chris Brown’s career has continued to flourish. On Wednesday (August 26), the longtime R&B singer took to Instagram and excitedly posted about his latest victory. According to the graphic, Brown’s video for “Loyal” featuring Lil Wayne and Tyga has surpassed over one billion YouTube views. “TEAM BREEZY!!” he wrote […]
The President of Pop has been quite active during the pandemic triggered lockdown and released a follow-up single to his debut song “Google-ized by Google’s Eyes, (The No Internet Song),” the anti-social media anthem that made the buzz online. His latest single is “Fly/Shine,” a smashing electro-rap number that deals exclusively with self-confidence, and empowers […]
Suffolk, Virginia-based Hip-Hop duo Bossed Up Camp have just released the much anticipated visuals for their newly released, and already hit track “New Shit” featuring skilled rapper Wody. Hollywood Quis and B Menace appear surrounded with the hottest girls in town, fast cars, and loaded with cash in the music video, a fun piece that […]
The Rick Ross and 50 Cent feud continues. Only a few days after the television mogul lost an appeal in their ongoing “In Da Club” lawsuit, Rozay is rubbing salt in his wounds. On August 21, Ross shared multiple Instagram posts clowning 50 for the substantial loss. In one of the video clips, Ross holds up […]
HipHopDX – This week in Hip Hop, Megan Thee Stallion let go of the industry’s worst kept secret, a legend went for album No. 13 while a slain legend is closer to obtaining justice two decades later. Megan Thee Stallion Claims Tory Lanez Shot Her Shortly after exposing the brunt of her injuries, Megan […]
Burbank, CA – Lil Mosey found himself behind bars along with his bodyguard/driver and another juvenile on Sunday (August 23) for gun possession. According to TMZ, the “Blueberry Faygo” rapper was pulled over in Burbank, California after police noticed the 2016 Cadillac Escalade he and two others were traveling in didn’t have license plates. After […]