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Original Content Jaz-O Is The Originator: Reflections On Jay-Z, B.I.G, & Creating The Triplet Flow EXCLUSIVE: Jaz-O The Originator reflects on his story with no shortage of OG wisdom. By Mitch Findlay August 19, 2019
Profiles Behind The Beat: Lex Luger Lex Luger is the star of the latest Behind the Beat. The Virginia producer speaks on the legacy of "Flockaveli," producing for Kanye West at 19, and exploring EDM with A-Trak. Now 25, he feels that his best work is yet to come. By Angus Walker May 18, 2016
Music “Complex” Raises Eyebrows With List Of Top 20 Rappers In Their 20s "Complex" has unveiled another controversial list. By Caroline Fisher September 12, 2024
Music Hype Williams Net Worth 2024: What Is The Famed Hip Hop Music Video Director Worth? Dive into the career of Hype Williams, exploring his innovative impact on music video directing and his substantial net worth. By Rain Adams April 26, 2024
Music Rihanna Praises "GOAT" Kendrick Lamar For Doing Super Bowl Halftime Show Rihanna performed in 2023. By Elias Andrews October 24, 2024
Music Kesha Joins In Solidarity With Cassie, Sharing Heartfelt Message After Diddy Verdict Kesha removed Diddy from her hit song after allegations went public. After she claimed Dr. Luke, allegedly sexually assaulted her. By Bryson "Boom" Paul July 03, 2025
Music "The Punisher" Thinks Diddy Trial's Jury Reached The Right Verdict Sharay Hayes, a male dancer who testified in the Diddy trial, expressed concern for how Cassie and "Jane" caught scrutiny from the public. By Gabriel Bras Nevares July 03, 2025
Music Diddy Proposes $1 Million Bond Package With Strict Travel Conditions After Trial's Verdict We still have no idea what Diddy's sentence will be after his trial's jury acquitted him on some charges and convicted him on others. By Gabriel Bras Nevares July 02, 2025
Music Scott Storch Says Kanye West Broke His Heart In Heated Rant Kanye West was one of several celebrities Scott Storch discussed during his appearance on the "PBD Podcast." By Cole Blake June 26, 2025
Music Cardi B Explains Why She's Including "WAP" & "Up" On Her Sophomore Album Cardi B has been catching a lot of heat for including these older tracks on her next LP, but she feels they deserve to be there. By Zachary Horvath June 25, 2025
Music Erykah Badu & The Alchemist Get Soulful On Our New "R&B Season" Playlist Update Erykah Badu, The Alchemist, and Samara Cyn gave us a very short but very satisfying update to our "R&B Season" playlist. By Gabriel Bras Nevares June 22, 2025
Music Cardi B Posts Adorable Family Photo Amid Release Of Her New Single "Outside" Cardi B and her kiddos have fans in a chokehold as the Bronx rapper is currently back in action musically with her single "Outside." By Zachary Horvath June 21, 2025