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Music When Was Hip Hop Created? Learn about the origins and global impact of Hip Hop, a cultural movement born in the South Bronx in the 1970s that continues to resonate. By Jake Skudder June 02, 2023
Original Content Boyz II Men Hits: Philly Crooners' Best Songs They reigned in the 1990s and 200s, and they're one of R&B-Pop's favorite groups. Come jam to "Motownphilly" and revisit Boyz II Men favorites! By Erin Haley April 25, 2023
Music Mac Miller Sells Over 1 Million Album Units In The U.S. In 2023 With "Watching Movies with the Sound Off" turning ten years old, this is a heartening and amazing achievement. By Gabriel Bras Nevares July 02, 2023
Music Lil Baby Speaks On Heartbreaking Grief Process That Still Surprises Him The Atlanta lyricist isn't alone in finding it hard to internalize and accept that a fallen friend tragically isn't coming back. By Gabriel Bras Nevares September 14, 2023
Society Kool A.D. Accused Of Sexual Assault By Four Women He believes each encounter was consensual. By Zaynab December 17, 2018
Music Two Arrested In Connection With Murder Of Big Boi's Uncle Two have been arrested in the June murder of Big Boi's uncle, as the alleged gunman has turned himself in to Atlanta PD. By Devin Morton July 04, 2025
Music DJ Akademiks Argues J. Cole Hates His Fans, Compares Cole To Will Smith J. Cole has been going on a media tour as of late, and DJ Akademiks isn't very impressed with the way Cole has handled himself. By Alexander Cole March 31, 2026
Music Saweetie Faces Chaos As Fight Breaks Out During Her Festival Set Saweetie tried to address the situation quickly and check in with the rest of the crowd, but things escalated too hastily. By Gabriel Bras Nevares June 24, 2024
Music Valee Teases Two New Projects Dropping By Year's End Valee has emerged from the hidey-hole for a welcome status update. By Mitch Findlay October 10, 2018
Music 50 Cent Unites With Houston Mayor To Offer High Schoolers Paid Internships The hip-hop mogul tapped into his philanthropic side for the venture. By Madusa S. May 18, 2021
Music Jason Derulo Addresses Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Jason Derulo is maintaining his innocence. By Tallie Spencer October 07, 2023
Music Vic Mensa To Make TV Debut On Lil Rel Howery's New Sitcom "Rel" Does Vic Mensa have acting chops? We'll soon find out. By Devin Ch September 13, 2018