The world lost an incredible actor on Friday (August 28) when Chadwick Boseman lost his four-year battle with colon cancer. The 43-year-old movie star was widely known for his role as King T’Challa in the 2018 Marvel blockbuster Black Panther but also starred in films such as 42 about Jackie Robinson and Get On Up about James Brown. A statement […]
Tekashi 6ix9ine is currently busy trolling in Chicago to promote his next album and King Von isn’t here for it. The Chicago native has made it clear in the past he doesn’t co-sign 6ix9ine or any of his antics, so it comes as little surprise Von had something to say about his latest visit to […]
It’s been five years since The Weeknd released his Grammy Award-winning 4x platinum sophomore album, Beauty Behind the Madness. To commemorate the project that launched his career into an entirely new stratosphere, the Toronto crooner released a merchandise collection that includes jackets, tees, hoodies and more. BBTM debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 […]
Compton’s AD has unleashed a six-track EP titled Julio Nights. The West Coast rapper’s new project includes guest appearances by Wiz Khalifa, O.T. Genasis, SOB x RBE and Derek King. “The thing [about this EP] is I was going through a time in life where music became a job for me — versus me having […]
Atlantic Records artist Quando Rondo has delivered a new mixtape titled Diary Of A Lost Child. The project is his second full-length release of 2020, serving as the follow-up to January’s QPac album. The Georgia native’s 16-track tape features no guest appearances. Production is handled by Drum Dummie, Pooh Beatz, Danny Wolf, Yung Lan and […]
Saweetie has officially unleashed the star-studded lineup for the remix to her summer bop, “Tap In.” Jack Harlow, DaBaby and Post Malone join the Bay Area beauty to add even more buzz to the popular track, which was recently nominated for ‘Song of the Summer’ at the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards. Saweetie will actually […]
Toni Braxton has returned with a new album titled Spell My Name. The Grammy Award-winning singer’s 10th studio LP is her first since 2018’s Sex & Cigarettes. Braxton’s latest work is comprised of 10 tracks, which she executive produced alongside Darcus Beese. The Island Records project features collaborations with Songwriters Hall of Fame member Missy […]
Ohio – Kanye West hasn’t given up on his efforts to get on the presidential ballot in Ohio. After Republican Secretary of State Frank LaRose rejected the multi-platinum rapper’s signatures and paperwork submitted to be an independent candidate, Yeezy has filed a lawsuit against the government official to get his name on the state’s ballot. […]
As the summer comes to a close, Toosii comes through with a melodic slow jam alongside powerhouse songstress Summer Walker to cuddle up to for the fall. “Love Cycle” is expected to live on the Raleigh resident’s forthcoming mixtape After The Storm, which should be dropping in the near future. The tape will follow February’s […]
Chicago, IL – Tekashi 6ix9ine has been in Chicago for most of the week and, just like his trip to Los Angeles, he’s catching the attention of local rappers. On Friday (August 28), the polarizing artist headed to Chi-Town’s O Block to “pay his respects” to Lil Durk’s cousin OFT Nunu who was recently killed. In […]
Chicago, IL – Tekashi 6ix9ine continues to play with fire in his trolling of Chicago. After pouring out liquor in the city to announce his new album and mocking Lil Reese, the convicted felon “paid his respects” to Lil Durk’s deceased cousin OTF Nunu a.k.a. Nuski in the Windy City on Friday (August 28). 6ix9ine […]
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 […]