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Original Content The Sustained Cultural Significance Of "The Boondocks" “Excuse me, everyone. I have a brief announcement to make: Jesus was Black, Ronald Reagan was the devil, and the government is lying about 9/11. Thank you for your time. And goodnight.” By Luke Hinz May 09, 2019
Original Content Analyzing The Frank Ocean Business Model A master of artistry and marketing, we take a closer look at how Frank Ocean continues to mystify and remould the music industry. By Robert Blair July 01, 2019
Numbers MGK’s “Binge” EP Does Underwhelming Numbers In First Week Sales Machine Gun Kelly's "Binge" EP reportedly sold under 22K units in its first week. By Kevin Goddard September 28, 2018
Music XXXTentacion's Mother Shares Photo Of His Burial Site XXXTentacion's mother shares tribute to her son's final resting place. By Milca P. June 30, 2018
Original Content Lil Wayne, Drake & Nicki Minaj Put Young Money On The Map Lil Wayne's "The Carter III" era did not only mark the pinnacle of his career but the beginning of Young Money's reign at the top of the game. By Aron A. September 27, 2018
Music R. Kelly Under Investigation For Criminal Failure To Pay Child Support The legal troubles pile up for R. Kelly. By Aron A. February 26, 2019
Music G Herbo Goes Live On IG After Being Released From Jail & Blasts Ex Ari The rapper says everything started when he told her he wanted his stolen jewelry back. By Erika Marie April 19, 2019
Music NLE Choppa Signs Venture With Warner Music For "No Love Entertainment" Imprint NLE Choppa celebrated his new venture with Warner Music Group By Devin Ch July 12, 2019
Music Akon Plots The Family Business: Teases His Teenage Son's "Konvict Music" Debut The hazing rituals have begun in the Konvict Music kompound. By Devin Ch March 24, 2019
Music Juice WRLD's Girlfriend, Ally Lotti, Gives Speech During Rolling Loud Tribute Ally chokes up while remembering Juice's positive energy. By Noah C December 16, 2019
Original Content Mac Miller's "Self-Care": A Reflection On States Of Mind Mac Miller released "Self-Care" on this day, two years ago. Today, we dissect the importance of this song. By Rose Lilah July 13, 2020
Music THEY. Claims What's Theirs On New R&B Banger "All Mine" R&B duo THEY. continue building up to the release of their upcoming project "The Amanda Tape" by releasing a new bedroom banger titled "All Mine." By Keenan Higgins August 12, 2020