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Numbers Pop Smoke Earns Six Posthumous Platinum Certifications The late rapper earned certifications for several of his hits like "The Woo" and "What You Know Bout Love." By Madusa S. March 14, 2021
Music Mariah Carey Trolls Baltimore Rapper For Sampling Her Music: "Respond to My Lawyers" Mariah Carey trolled a Baltimore rapper on Twitter after he sampled her music for a new song. By Cole Blake May 08, 2021
Music MC Lyte & DJ Paul Talk DJing For Michael Jordan & Fruitful Meeting With Drake's Mom DJ Paul and MC Lyte swap stories on "Mafia Radio," including gems about DJing for Michael Jordan's birthday and how meeting Drake's mom led to a platinum plaque. By Mitch Findlay December 22, 2020
Music J. Cole & Isaiah Rashad's Return Dominate This Week's "Fire Emoji" Playlist Plus, new music from Night Lovell, Young Dolph, and more. By Aron A. May 08, 2021
Music Daz Dillinger's "DPG 4 Life" Book Is Out Now Daz Dillinger and Kurupt hype their new book "DPG 4 Life," a first-hand account of their experience on the legendary Death Row Records. By Mitch Findlay January 18, 2021
Music DMX Has Lil Wayne, Snoop Dogg, & Bono On His New Album After confirming that his new album will feature Griselda and Pop Smoke, DMX spills the beans on several more interesting guest appearances. By Mitch Findlay February 15, 2021
Music DMX's Daughter Shares Heartbreaking Post After Father's Death DMX's daughter Sasha shares a heartbreaking message following the rapper's death. By Alex Zidel April 12, 2021
Music Eminem & Big Daddy Kane Are Cooking Up Eminem continues to align with rap royalty as he connects with the legendary Big Daddy Kane in the studio. By Mitch Findlay February 15, 2021
Music Reason Hints At Griselda Tension On Joe Budden Podcast Joe Budden and Reason examine Westside Gunn's recent message for Eminem's Shady Records, prompting some interesting insight into the Griselda/TDE dynamic. By Mitch Findlay October 28, 2020
Pop Culture Rihanna Reveals New Year's Resolution: "I Want To Take My Music To The Next Level" The Fenty founder shares details about her eating habits. By Madusa S. December 21, 2020
Music Yo Gotti Gifts Moneybagg Yo A $250k Richard Mille To Celebrate Chart Success The CMG associates celebrated "A Gangsta's Pain" return to the top of the charts. By Madusa S. June 01, 2021
Music Kodak Black Pens Heartfelt Valentine's Day Message For His Mother The rapper wished a very happy Valentine's Day to "The Z Queen Herself." By Madusa S. February 14, 2021