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Crime The Weeknd Manager CashXO Bodyguard Shot In LA: What We Know So Far A breakdown of everything you need to know about the recent shooting in Encino. By Axl Banks April 30, 2024
Original Content The Five Percent Nation: A Brief History Lesson The Five Percent Nation medallion worn by hip hop moguls such as Jay Z and Jay Electronica tends to raise a bit of controversy. We unravel the history behind this piece and what it exactly means to be a part of this Five Percent Nation. By Shirley Ju July 21, 2014
Viral "Pop The Balloon Or Find Love" Goes Live On Netflix: Controversies, Viral Fame & What To Expect The viral dating show expands to Netflix with its first-ever live iteration. By Aron A. April 06, 2025
Music The LOX: Where Are They Now? A close look into the lives of the three Yonkers, New York legends. By TeeJay Small December 19, 2023
TV John Walsh Net Worth 2024: What Is The Host Of "America's Most Wanted" Worth? Uncover John Walsh's journey, from a developer to "America's Most Wanted" host. By Rain Adams January 23, 2024
Pop Culture Jayda Cheaves Net Worth 2024: Updated Wealth Of Lil Baby's Ex-Girlfriend Discover Lil Baby's ex Jayda Cheaves' rise to a $4M net worth through entrepreneurship and influence. By Axl Banks April 04, 2024
Original Content The Biggest R&B Singers Who Are Geminis The biggest R&B Geminis each have their distinct, signature sound. By Demi Phillips May 25, 2023
Music K-Ci Hailey Net Worth 2024: What Is The Jodeci Icon Worth? Delve into the illustrious career of K-Ci Hailey, from his groundbreaking days with Jodeci to his lasting influence in R&B alongside JoJo, and explore his solo ventures that contribute to his enduring legacy. By Rain Adams May 03, 2024
Music Sean Paul: 7 Of The Singer's Biggest Hits Did your favorite Sean Paul banger make it on our list? By Wyatt Westlake July 07, 2023
Music Sandra Denton Net Worth 2024: What Is The Salt-N-Pepa Icon Worth? Trace Sandra Denton's influential career in hip-hop as part of Salt-N-Pepa and her role as a pioneering female rapper. By Rain Adams January 10, 2024
Original Content Drake's "Not Like Us" Lawsuit Was Doomed From The Start In our first HotNewHipHop Video Essay, we look at Drake's lawsuit against UMG, and why it was always doomed to fail. By Alexander Cole October 17, 2025
TV Bernie Mac Net Worth 2024: Updated Wealth Of The Star Explore Bernie Mac's net worth in 2024, his rise to stardom, impact on TV and film, and enduring legacy. His influence lives on. By Jake Skudder March 11, 2024