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Original Content Lil Poppa Reflects On Industry Hardships, Growing Up In Jacksonville & More In "On The Come Up" Lil Poppa discusses growing up in Jacksonville, FL, Boosie & Webbie's influence, and more in "On The Come Up." By Aron A. December 20, 2022
Music 7 Best Luther Vandross Samples In Hip Hop Luther Vandross' legacy as a legend lives on through his music and these samples showcase why he's highly regarded. By Paul Barnes July 14, 2023
Original Content Latto Interviews Her Sister Brooklyn On "777 Radio": 5 Takeaways Latto and her sister Brooklyn Nikole cover family dynamics, cosmetic surgery, critics, supporting fellow femcees, and marriage goals. By Erika Marie April 27, 2023
Original Content Jack Harlow's Albums & Mixtapes, Ranked We're ranking the catalog of Kentucky's Finest. By Ferri Trust April 07, 2023
Music Kendrick Lamar Addresses R. Kelly's Demise On "Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers" Kendrick Lamar discusses R. Kelly's abuse and fall on his new album. By Rex Provost May 13, 2022
Music Travie McCoy Opens Up About Tyga Giving Lil Wayne Credit For Discovering Him Travie McCoy praises Gata's role in "Dave" and talks Tyga giving Lil Wayne flowers for his come-up but not him. By Aron A. September 22, 2021
Music Kodak Black Artist Syko Bob Gets 5-Year Prison Sentence For Gun Possession The Florida rapper pleaded guilty in December of last year to a charge of gun possession, following a January arrest. By Gabriel Bras Nevares March 31, 2023
Original Content Isaiah Rashad Albums, Ranked Isaiah Rashad has solidified himself in the industry as a formidable force. Here's a look at his studio albums and where they rank. By Josh Megson April 26, 2023
Music Nardo Wick Fan's Attacker Skips Court Appearance, Forfeits Bond Zachary L. Benton was charged with aggravated battery last year for putting the unfortunate fan in the hospital. By Caroline Fisher March 21, 2024
Music Dave Blunts Accuses Kanye West Of Grooming Him Into Becoming A Nazi In Graphic Diss Track Dave Blunts previously defended Kanye West, but now he's officially cutting ties with Ye with this wild diss track. By Zachary Horvath September 17, 2025
Music Ebro Darden Speaks Out After Mero Lands Hot 97's New Morning Show The first episode of "Mornings With Mero" will air on Tuesday with subsequent episodes airing weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM. By Cole Blake January 12, 2026
Music ATL Jacob Criticized By Woman Claiming To Be Pregnant With His Child The producer was called out. By Elias Andrews December 18, 2024