After Dave East lost his longtime friend and fellow artist Kiing Shooter in addition to Nipsey Hussle, the Harlem-bred rapper has memorialized both men in ink. On Wednesday (May 27), the Def Jam artist shared the first round of what will be a massive back tattoo featuring both Shooter and Hussle. Two separate images of each rapper […]
Another day, another 6ix9ine beef kicks back up on the ‘gram. On Saturday afternoon (May 23), Tekashi posted an old video of Charlamange Tha God’s infamous promise regarding the Brooklyn rapper and his legal troubles. “If Tekashi 6ix9ine beats this case, I’ll suck his dick,” the Breakfast Club host said on his Brilliant Idiots podcast back […]
New York, NY – Sheck Wes may be in the market for some sturdy legal representation. According to TMZ, the “Mo Bamba” rapper was driving through Harlem in a 2019 Lamborghini SUV with three passengers on Wednesday (May 20) when he was pulled over for having “excessive window tint.” Police then claim the luxury whip […]
New York, NY – Mass Appeal has given viewers a sneak peek at its Foul Child: The Legend Of Big L documentary by sharing the short film’s first official trailer. The mini-doc is being released in partnership with Sony Music’s Certified Classics to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the late rapper’s 1995 debut Lifestylez ov […]
Future has released his eighth studio album, High Off Life. The LP is his follow-up to 2019’s SAVE ME EP and his first full-length project since Future Hndrxx Presents: The WIZRD. The Epic Records artist’s 21-track album is executive produced by DJ Esco. The LP features collaborations with Drake, Travis Scott, DaBaby, Lil Uzi Vert, […]
Black Thought and Questlove’s Two One Five Entertainment production company has signed a first-look deal with Universal Television Alternative Studio and Universal Television, which is a subsidiary of NBCUniversal Content Studios. The two have been a part of the NBC family since 2009 when The Roots became the house band for Jimmy Fallon’s talk show. […]
Tekashi 6ix9ine is preparing his comeback and the hour appears to be nigh. According to Akademiks’ social media postings, 6ix9ine has pinpointed Friday (May 8) at 3 pm EST to mark his return to Instagram Live and premiere new music. It will mark the first time he’s publicly spoken since September 2019, where he testified […]
Kiing Shooter, who is currently signed to Nas and Jungle’s Mass Appeal offshoot Street Dream Records, has reportedly died. According to fellow Hip Hop artist Big Twins, the Queensbridge native passed away from COVID-19, which he allegedly contracted while hospitalized for liver problems. “Kiing Shooter was one of the new guys coming up in Queensbridge,” […]
Cam’ron is a legend in too many games to count. From being an MC in The Diplomats and actor in the 2002 film Paid In Full to an entrepreneur and interior designer, the Harlem native has always found a way to keep people entertained. Apparently he has another talent — double dutching. On Thursday (April 30), Cam showed […]
Harlem, NY – A$AP Ferg contributed to the COVID-19 relief efforts by providing food to the Harlem Hospital Center. After learning neighborhood favorite Melba’s restaurant was helping to feed the hospital staff, the A$AP Mob member reached out to the owner Melba Wilson and donated funds to pay for more than 300 meals. “It has […]
RealStreetRadio Premiere – Roosevelt, New York-based DJ/producer DJ AO has recruited Harlem MC UFO Fev and Brooklyn vocalist Travis Mendes for the new single “Bread & Cheese.” Contrary to the title, the track isn’t simply about getting money — it’s about the dedication and perseverance it takes to come up. View this post on Instagram […]
West Coast rapper Demrick has linked up with bassist/producer Brady Watt for the collaborative project Wavridin. The duo’s EP is comprised of three tracks. “I really fuck with Demrick’s sound and his lyrical skills,” Watt said in a press release. “The whole project is vocals, bass and drums. Rhymes surfing on the multi-layered bass vibrations […]
CVS Bangers Volume Four is music to panic-shop to, down ravaged carpeted aisles that may or may not play host to stray little COVID cells in their synthetic fibers as you scramble with trembling hands for that last roll of Quilted Northern stashed behind the value-size shampoos. It’s so inane as to be haunting. It’s […]
Los Angeles, CA – Rhino Records is celebrating the 25th anniversary of Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s debut album by releasing a deluxe edition of the LP. The expansive re-release of Return To The 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version features 43 tracks, including previously unreleased tracks and instrumentals that weren’t available on digital platforms. All 17 songs […]
New York, NY – Three years after Tyra Banks asked Dave East why wasn’t a male model, the Harlem-bred rapper took a stab at the gig. The Def Jam artist tried out modeling at the 2020 New York Fashion Week on Tuesday (February 11). East hit the runway as part of a fashion show for […]
New York, NY – Ma$e called out Diddy last month for multiple things, including “starving” his artists and allegedly making it difficult for the “Harlem World” rapper to buy back his catalog — despite a $2 million offer. CMG boss Yo Gotti stopped by The Breakfast Club last week and gave a different perspective when asked about […]
V Don has dropped Black Mass, a project showcasing his work behind the boards. The Harlem-based producer has previously crafted beats for artists such as Westside Gunn, A$AP Rocky, Styles P and Trae Tha Truth. V Don’s new release is comprised of 12 tracks and features many of his frequent collaborators. Guests include Dave East, […]
Ma$e is calling foul on Diddy’s recent comments at the Clive Davis’ recent pre-Grammys gala, essentially calling the Bad Boy Records founder a hypocrite. Days after Diddy called out the Recording Academy for its treatment of Hip Hop artists, the former Bad Boys signee took to Instagram to put Diddy on blast for the way he’s […]
RealStreetRadio Premeire – As V Don preps his forthcoming album Black Mass, the Harlem-based producer has shared a sliver of the project in the form of “Since 16” featuring ElCamino and 38 Spesh. Black Mass is entirely produced by V Don and — in addition to ElCamino and 38 Spesh — boasts appearances from Dave […]
Dave East’s contribution to #TheBoxChallenge isn’t getting a warm reception. After the star of Hulu’s Wu-Tang: An American Saga previewed his remix of Roddy Ricch’s hit single “The Box” on social media, the Harlem-bred MC was bombarded with negative reactions. Twitter users posted a variety of videos and gifs to detail their disdain for East’s […]
New York, NY – A$AP Rocky discussed a past phone call he had with Donald Trump during an interview with The Breakfast Club on Friday (January 17). While reflecting on his legal drama in Sweden, the A$AP Mob member confirmed he spoke with Trump and thanked his unlikely advocate for supporting his prison release last […]
Brooklyn, NY – A$AP Mob visionary A$AP Yams died of an accidental drug overdose in 2015. Since then, the remaining members of the Mob have rallied together every year for the Yams Day music festival. Ahead of this year’s event, Drake surprised A$AP Rocky with a custom Yams chain. Photographer Angel Rivera captured the moment […]
Doha, Qatar – Dave East rang in 2020 with an act of service by performing for U.S. military troops at the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. “Qatar Was Insane,” the Harlem-bred rapper wrote on Instagram, “First Time Ever Being On A Military Base. And They Knew My Shit Word For Word. Met The Colonel, Seen Some […]