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Music Diddy’s Ex-Assistant Details Alleged 24-Hour "Kings Night" Sex Parties This week, Diddy's former assistant Jonathan Perez took the stand amid his federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial. By Caroline Fisher June 14, 2025
Music Drake Seemingly Questions Kendrick Lamar Fans For Crip Walking At Toronto Show The Kendrick Lamar takeover was in full effect in Toronto, but Drake couldn't help but laugh at the Compton MC's fans. By Zachary Horvath June 14, 2025
Music R Kelly Reportedly Seeks Presidential Pardon From Donald Trump Amid Alleged Prison Murder Plot R Kelly's lawyers reportedly filed an emergency motion to release him from prison due to an alleged murder plot against him behind bars. By Gabriel Bras Nevares June 13, 2025
Music Rod Wave Speaks On Sampling Paramore In New Track "Crazy" "I wasn’t even aware that they weren’t fond of clearing songs until I was actually in that boat." By Tallie Spencer September 18, 2023
Viral Who Created Trap Soul? Twitter Debates Drake, Bryson Tiller, Or Kirko Bangz No matter who originated the sub-genre, it's undeniable that these three names (and many others) all helped push it forward. By Gabriel Bras Nevares April 28, 2023
Original Content Busta Rhymes Net Worth 2024: Updated Wealth Of The Rapper Explore Busta Rhymes and his net worth, delving into his music career, acting roles, business ventures, and brand partnerships. By Jake Skudder January 09, 2024
Music Who Is DJ Kool Herc? The "Founding Father Of Hip-Hop" We're looking back on the career and influential life of the founding father of hip-hop, DJ Kool Herc. By Caleb Hardy June 03, 2023
Original Content A Brief History Of Ye & DJ Khaled's Collaborations DJ Khaled and Kanye West have only released a handful of official tracks together, but it’s evident that they have undeniable collaborative chemistry. By Joshua Robinson January 21, 2022
Music Dr. Dre Details How He Produced The Sound For "2001" During a call with the FAQ Podcast and Young Guru, Dr. Dre details how he created the sound for his sophomore album "2001". By Brianna Lawson February 22, 2022
Music Da Brat's Debut Album "Funkdafied" Turns 29 A record-defining debut album by a pioneer woman MC. By Demi Phillips July 03, 2023
Music Kodak Black's Artist Syko Bob Posts Up With Foogiano In "Scary" New Prison Photo Some users think Syko Bob "needs an exorcism." By Caroline Fisher July 13, 2023
Original Content Remembering Rap Icon Craig Mack On His Birthday Celebrate rapper Craig Mack's birthday and legacy, exploring his beginnings, Bad Boy Records success, and lasting impact on hip-hop. By HNHH Staff May 10, 2023