Veteran R&B groups Jagged Edge and 112 are set to square off in the latest Verzuz Instagram Live battle on Memorial Day (May 25). However, it appears now that some members of 112 will not be participating. Daron Jones and Quinnes “Q” Parker both shared messages on Instagram explaining that they would not be part […]
Almost one year after he was knocked out by DaBaby in a North Carolina mall, rapper Cam Coldheart wants a rematch with the “BOP” hitmaker. And not just DaBaby, but the entire South Coast Music Group label. “A whole year later, I wanna make this known – from then to now, anybody know me, I […]
The-Dream has collaborated with a star-studded list of artists throughout his lengthy career. From producing some of the biggest hits for Rihanna and BeyoncĂ© to lending his vocals to prolific rappers like JAY-Z and Kanye West, the Radio Killa’s Rolodex of artists is like no other. The music industry has changed drastically since The-Dream landed […]
Brooklyn, NY – Rising Brooklyn rapper KJ Balla â real name Noel Kennedy â was reportedly shot and killed on Friday night (May 22). According to the New York Daily News, police said Kennedy was the victim of a drive-by. Kennedy was shot in the chest by a gunman firing from a passing car on […]
Eminem’s third studio album, The Marshal Mathers LP, turned 20 on Saturday (May 23). To celebrate the milestone, the diamond-selling MC announced a listening party for the highly revered project Twitter. “#MMLP20 ‘I used to give a fuck/now I could give a fuck less,” he wrote in the caption. “Stan drop, Listening party and I […]
Tekashi 6ix9ine‘s latest stunt in his newfound beef with Rich The Kid: Instagram divide and conquering. The “GOOBA” rapper posted (then deleted) a shot at Rich on Friday (May 22), telling people that he would follow the first 5,000 people who unfollowed the BOSS MANÂ hitmaker. “UNFOLLOW @richthekid and I’ll follow you COMMENT WHEN DONE,” 6ix9ine […]
The story of Dilated Peoples began in the ’90s, but the trio officially introduced themselves on May 23, 2000 when they dropped their debut album The Platform. Two decades later, the critically acclaimed LP remains beloved by fans and represents an important chapter in the Los Angeles underground Hip Hop scene. With Evidence, Rakaa Iriscience […]
It looks like another Kanye West album is on the way. In an Instagram Live on Thursday (May 22), famed cinematographer Arthur Jafa revealed he’s been working on a new music video for the rapper that will drop next week. When asked by French fashion icon MichĂšle Lamy to elaborate, Jafa said the song is for […]
Future has the No. 2 album in the country right now, but if his recent Twitter rant is any reflection of his current mental state, High Off Life is probably not his mood. In a series of tweets that began early Thursday afternoon (May 22), Future reflected on what appears to be the issues he’s facing […]
Instagram – Boosie Badazz claims to have a firm grasp on handling his responsibilities as a father and financially supporting multiple baby mamas. Any person who doesn’t believe that and posts negative comments on his Instagram posts saying otherwise will evidently be subjected to his wrath. On Thursday (May 21), the “Wipe Me Down” co-author wrote […]
Quavo is officially a high school graduate. On Thursday (May 21), the Migos rapper shared photos of himself rocking a traditional cap and gown on Instagram and revealed in the caption he’d finally completed high school. He also hinted he could be looking into higher education. “Finally Can Say I Graduated High School Class Of […]
After experiencing an extremely online backlash to recent comments about other successful female artists, mostly women of color, Lana Del Rey posted an essay Friday claiming accusations of racism against her say âso much more about you than it does about me.â While sheâs at it, the singer also writes that her music heralds a […]
Ice-T is a certified O.G. â that’s not up for debate. As one of the early pioneers of West Coast gangsta rap, the Los Angeles transplant got his start at Uncle Jamm’s Army Hip Hop parties before branching out on a solo path with his 1987 debut Rhyme Pays, the 1988 follow-up Power and 1989’s The Iceberg/Freedom of Speech…Just […]
Big Boi has dug into the vault to release a never-before-seen music video for 2012’s “Tremendous Damage.” Motivated by the death of his father Tony Kearse, the song features Bosko and comes from his Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors album. In an interview with Complex, the Outkast MC explained how the current pandemic led to its release. “So […]
Los Angeles, CA – It’s been eight years since revered Los Angeles underground rap duo Blu and Exile released their last album Give Me My Flowers While I Can Still Smell Them. In a recent interview with  Complex, the rapper and producer combo announced they’ve returned to a fresh start on their upcoming full-length album, Miles: From An Interlude Called […]
It’s not uncommon for legendary rappers to be asked to list their Top 10 favorite MCs of all time during interviews. The subject usually sparks polarizing reactions from the interviewer and whoever else is privy to the answers. Black Thought’s Instagram Live discussion with longtime Hot 97 personality Fatman Scoop on Sunday (May 17) was […]
As the son of Clifford “T.I.” Harris, it’s not uncommon for Domani to be compared to his famous father. But these days, he’s too busy carving out his own lane to worry about that. Earlier this month, Tip explained why Domani chose not to renew his contract with the VH1 reality show T.I. & Tiny: Friends […]
Last night online I tried to think of a bad song about rain, and I couldnât come up with one, and no one else who tried to come up with one in the Twitter thread could do it either. Thatâs because rain is a rich topic for songwriters. You can roll it out as melodramatic […]
DJ Akademiks has called out Freddie Gibbs for sneak dissing other rappers instead of mentioning them by name â the second time in two days the Hip Hop personality has gone at Gibbs. On Thursday (May 22), Aks tweeted he was sick of the hypocrisy of Gibbs and other rappers tagging “bloggers” like himself but never […]
The Verzuz Instagram battles presented by Swizz Beatz and Timbaland have been picking up steam since its inception in March. Fans have been flooding Instagram Live to catch their favorites battle against each other in entertaining clashes that have fodder for social media. The LOX recently spoke to RealStreetRadio and Jadakiss gave his thoughts on […]
Skate culture caught fire in the â70s thanks to crafty Cali kids turning empty pools into hangout spots and linking with the satellite network of photographers, manufacturers, and builders responsible for creating the early skateparks and founding the first magazines. In the â80s, films like Thrashinâ and Gleaming the Cube made messy attempts to bring […]
The 1975âs fourth album, Notes on a Conditional Form, is as long as a short film. Whether that gives you more reason to love or to hate The 1975 is between you and lead singer Matty Healy, but donât deny: Itâs what youâd expect from the band at this point. And right around halfway, at […]
Compton, CA – Roddy Ricch had a banner year in 2019 and his inner circle is reaping the rewards from both his success and first career Grammy win. According to TMZ. the 21-year-old “Ballin’” lyricist bought his team members seven diamond-encrusted championship-style rings worth $250,000 each created by top Hollywood jeweler Elliot Eliantte. “Grammy Rings For […]
Migos have teamed up with YoungBoy Never Broke Again for a new single titled “Need It.” The track features the four rappers trading flows over a slapping trap instrumental. Produced by Buddah Bless, the beat includes a recurring melody from 50 Cent’s “Get In My Car” off his debut album Get Rich Or Die Tryin’. […]
The short wait is over. Ludacris has officially dropped his new single “Silence Of The Lambs” featuring Lil Wayne, which arrived at midnight on Friday (May 22). Produced by Timbaland, the track kicks off with spooky sounding choir vocals and slightly ominous horns, then drops into the type of bouncy, rhythmically percussive beat the Roll Out (My Business) producer […]
Queens, NY – Dave East was reportedly taken into custody by the New York Police Department on Friday morning (May 22) and cited for marijuana possession and disorderly conduct. According to NBC4 New York, the Harlem-bred rapper was in the backseat of an SUV that failed to signal near the Queensbridge Houses. Although the driver […]
First we were lost in the desert, but now thereâs rain. Lady Gaga has released the video for âRain on Me,â the second song off her new album Chromatica, featuring and co-starring Ariana Grande. The video is a further step into the âworldâ of Chromatica, as Gaga has described, after her video for the single […]
Times get tough, and country music gets tougher. The tumult of the late 1920s is the backdrop for songs of solace by early stars like the Carter Family. Peaceniks and hippies responding to the unrest of the â60s assumed the trappings of country music to vent in tunes like the Bandâs âThe Weightâ and Crosby, […]
The mother of Jeezy‘s daughter was ready to have him put in jail if he didn’t pay up on a previously agreed upon arrangement. According to Bossip, Mahlet âMahiâ Gebremedhin wanted him jailed for criminal contempt. She alleged her ex was giving her a hard time over buying her a car, which he’d just agreed to do […]
Cardi B has added more ink to her collection â and still has more to go. On Tuesday (May 19), the Grammy Award-winning rapper previewed a back tattoo she’s recently began work on, tagging the artist and writing the piece would be complete in “2 more sessions.” The art covers a majority of her back […]