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Music Joe Budden Calls Diddy’s Sons’ Docuseries A “Horrible Idea” Justin and Christian Combs' new Zeus docuseries is in the works, and it's already sparked plenty of controversy. By Caroline Fisher December 31, 2025
Music G Herbo Puzzled After Being Asked If He'd Work With NBA YoungBoy G Herbo has deep ties with Chicago and Lil Durk in particular, but despite that, he seemed unsure on how to answer this YB question. By Zachary Horvath December 22, 2025
Music Birdman Shouts Out NBA YoungBoy At Cash Money & No Limit "Verzuz" Birdman has been recently supporting NBA YoungBoy on his "MASA" tour, further developing his most recent massive mentee. By Gabriel Bras Nevares October 26, 2025
Music Blueface's Mother Claims He's Days Away From Prison Release Blueface's new girlfriend Angela also spoke about anticipating his release from prison, although it's unclear when it will happen. By Gabriel Bras Nevares October 11, 2025
Music Ray J's Mom Defends Him After Princess Love Fight & Subsequent Arrest Ray J and Princess Love have already traded their sides of the story online, and it's been ugly to witness. By Gabriel Bras Nevares November 30, 2025
Music Jay-Z Declines Seeking Legal Fees From Man Claiming To Be His Son While Jay-Z spared Rymir Satterthwaite from a hefty legal bill, his legal guardian is still trying to secure a court victory against Hov. By Gabriel Bras Nevares November 29, 2025
Music Diddy Faces New Sexual Battery Investigation From The L.A. County Sheriff's Department The alleged incident is unconnected from the two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution that have Diddy residing in prison. By Cole Blake November 18, 2025
Music Denzel Curry Is Here For Commercial Rap Being "Dead" It's unclear what prompted Denzel Curry to sound off on the state of mainstream rap, but it may have to do with its struggles on the charts. By Zachary Horvath November 13, 2025
Music Kanye West Allegedly Subjected Contractor To Cruel & Unusual Punishment Tony Saxon gave witness testimony in his lawsuit against Kanye West this week for alleged labor violations, injuries, and lack of pay. By Gabriel Bras Nevares February 27, 2026
Music Big Sean Recalls Stepping Away From Music After Nipsey Hussle's Death Nipsey Hussle was shot and killed outside his Marathon Clothing store in Los Angeles in 2019 at just 33 years old. By Cole Blake February 17, 2026
Music NLE Choppa Starts New "Thrust" Challenge, Clears Up Sexuality Confusion NLE Choppa invited Drake, Kai Cenat, DDG, and more to join in. By Caroline Fisher April 12, 2024
Music Lil Nas X Thanks Fans For Birthday Wishes, Hypes Up "NASARATI 2" Mixtape Fans are anxiously awaiting a release date for Nas X's second project. By Zachary Horvath April 10, 2024