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Music Kevin Gates Under Investigation For C-Murder Prison Visit: Report Kevin Gates is under investigation for flashing a wad of cash in a photo while visiting his uncle Lee Lucas and C-Murder. By Aron A. July 10, 2019
Music Chance The Rapper Explains His Beef With Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel Chance The Rapper breaks down his Chi-town beef. By Devin Ch October 12, 2018
Music Celina Powell Shares Video In Bed With Tekashi 6ix9ine Celina Powell claims that she and Tekashi are "dating." By Devin Ch April 08, 2018
Music Jojo Hailey Net Worth 2024: What Is The Jodeci Icon Worth? Explore the rich musical legacy of Jojo Hailey, from his groundbreaking days with Jodeci to his enduring influence in R&B, and his ventures into solo projects enriching his storied career and personal net worth. By Rain Adams May 03, 2024
Music J. Cole's First Week Sales For "The Fall-Off" Are Officially In As previously projected, J. Cole's "The Fall-Off" has officially become his seventh number one album on the Billboard charts. By Gabriel Bras Nevares February 15, 2026
Music Nas Teams With Steve Stoute, & More To Give $500k To Underappreciated Artists Nas and Steve Stoute are pledging money to help under-recognized hip-hop artists. By Cole Blake October 24, 2023
Relationships Doodie Lo Wins Defamation Case Against FTN Bae, Secures $1.25 Million "Don’t Play With My Name," Doodie Lo says. By Caroline Fisher December 09, 2023
Music What Is Kanye West's Best-Selling Album? Uncover the highs of Kanye West's dominance as we trace the best-selling album that redefined hip-hop and solidified his legacy. By Rain Adams November 07, 2023
Music J. Cole & Lil Durk Perform "All My Life" Live For The First Time The Chicago MC brought out Cole as a special guest during his Friday set at the iHeartRadio Music Festival. By Gabriel Bras Nevares September 23, 2023
Music Jay-Z Says Tony Buzbee Misled Client & Court In New Legal Filing A federal judge will decide whether Jay-Z can expand his lawsuit against Tony Buzbee with a rare attorney deceit claim under New York law. By Erika Marie July 29, 2026
Music Sex Worker Sues Diddy & Hotels For Alleged Exploitation & Sexual Battery Michael Ejiawoko accused various hotels of facilitating Diddy's allegedly coercive encounters and failing to disclose important information. By Gabriel Bras Nevares July 26, 2025
Reviews Tyler, The Creator "DON'T TAP THE GLASS" Review Even though Tyler, The Creator is running it back rather than pushing it forward, "DON'T TAP THE GLASS" is nonetheless immediate and joyous. By Gabriel Bras Nevares July 21, 2025