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Music KRS-One Honored With Mural In Neighborhood Where He Was Once Homeless The Rap pioneer was celebrated for his contribution to the culture for Hip Hop's 50 Anniversary. By Erika Marie February 02, 2023
Music Lil Jon Threatens To Sue Over "Lovers & Friends" Festival: Report Lil Jon is apparently unhappy with Live Nation over them using the title of his song for their festival without inviting him to perform. By Erika Marie January 31, 2023
Music DaBaby Celebrates Streaming Milestone DaBaby celebrated today on Instagram. By Caroline Fisher June 15, 2023
Pop Culture Allen Hughes Describes Tupac's "Intense Bond" With Jada Pinkett Smith Will Smith previously admitted to "raging jealousy" about their connection. By Caroline Fisher June 15, 2023
Music Nicki Minaj Announces Headlining Set At J. Cole's Dreamville Festival She also announced a massive tour in support of her new album. By Lavender Alexandria December 11, 2023
Music Cam'ron Loses Lawsuit Over Using Picture Of Himself On Merch, Must Pay Five Figures Maybe this will compel the Dipset MC to make up for this by actually going after The Joe Budden Podcast in court, as he threatened. By Gabriel Bras Nevares December 11, 2023
Sports YG Thanks Cordae After His Daughter Gets Tennis Lesson From Naomi Osaka YG was very appreciative. By Alexander Cole December 11, 2023
Music Most Iconic Hip-Hop Tours Of 2023 2023 proved that live music is back in a big way. By Caroline Fisher December 16, 2023
Music The Weeknd Gets The "Fortnite" Treatment With Numerous Incredible In-Game Skins Fans are ready for the performance. By Alexander Cole December 07, 2023
Viral Drake Shouts Out Woman Who Hung Out With Him In Turks & Caicos Vacation It's unclear who this female fan is nor what her relationship to the Toronto superstar is, but this blew up the spot, so we might find out soon. By Gabriel Bras Nevares December 07, 2023
Music Cam'ron Fires Shots At Melyssa Ford Amidst Apology Backlash Cam'Ron went off on her. By Tallie Spencer December 06, 2023
Music Benny The Butcher Thinks Rappers Deserve More Respect Than They're Getting Right Now Benny thinks being a rapper doesn't come with the respect it should. By Lavender Alexandria November 03, 2023