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Music Nicholas Craven On "Penalty Of Leadership" With Boldy James, Mike Shabb & Upcoming "Craven Inc" Album A cornerstone of the drumless loop sound, Nicholas Craven has cemented his name in his work alongside Boldy James, Ransom, and Tha God Fahim. But in finding a collaborator in Montreal's Mike Shabb, he's "getting in on the ground floor." Craven discusses his upcoming producer album, "Craven Inc," producing Boldy James' "Penalty Of Leadership," and his creative process. By Aron A. July 26, 2024
Music Tinashe Lands Lead Role In Live Musical "Rent" Tinashe's the new Mimi Marquez. By Chantilly Post October 29, 2018
Music Kanye West Mocks "Positivity" While Defending Swastika Shirt Design Kanye West wore a Swastika shirt out in public, and now he is defending his decision with a series of threats and taunts. By Elias Andrews February 28, 2025
Music Vince Staples Stars In "F*#! That With Vince Staples" Snapchat Series Vince Staples tortures his friend in his new Snapchat series. By Matthew Parizot July 02, 2018
Music Kid Cudi Doesn't Want You To Call Him A "Genius" As the praise pours in for "Entergalactic," Cudi humbly responds to his admirers. By Erika Marie October 18, 2022
Music Dr. Dre Receives Inaugural Global Impact Award At 2023 Grammys The West Coast hip-hop pioneer thanked the genre for being a "lifeline" for him when he was just a teenager. By Gabriel Bras Nevares February 06, 2023
Music Slim Thug Thinks Megan Thee Stallion Is Crushing On Him After Coachella Nod Social media users can't help but wonder if Slim Thug is reading way too far into Megan Thee Stallion's nod. By Caroline Fisher April 16, 2025
Sports Drake Hilariously Denies The "Drake Curse" Allegations The Drake curse is something that has plagued sports teams for over a decade now but the artist wants you to believe it's not real. By Alexander Cole May 20, 2025
Music Tekashi 6ix9ine: Is It Time For Hip Hop To Forgive & Forget? Tekashi 6ix9ine's rap sheet is laden with controversies, but he's aiming for a comeback with high-profile collaborations. By Michael Fernandez July 27, 2023
Music Janelle Monáe Brings Her "Lipstick Lover" To Our Weekly "R&B Season" Playlist The girls are running things on today's round-up, with new titles from Jorja Smith, Keke Palmer, and Ciara. By Hayley Hynes May 14, 2023
Music Jay-Z's Security Hilariously Blocks Fan From Filming Fans are already thinking of ways to meme a new video of Jay-Z's security. By Lavender Alexandria August 24, 2023
Music J. Cole Calls Out Rappers Who Use Beef To Sell Records J. Cole recently dropped off a new batch of freestyles in honor of his 41st birthday, and he didn't hold back. By Caroline Fisher January 28, 2026