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Music TDE president Punch also addressed other rumors against them on "The Joe Budden Podcast," including paying Budden to support Kendrick Lamar.
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Music TDE's 12th annual Christmas event was another big success for the label with big-time surprises, but most of all, happy faces.
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Music Jack Harlow said he "got Blacker" on his new album "Monica," and TDE's Punch is the latest to chime in on this controversial statement.
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Music TDE's Akeem "Keem" Smith claimed Dr. Dre and the West Coast passing of the torch are important to note concerning Kendrick Lamar and The Game.
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Music Doechii and SZA's speech at the 2026 BET Awards was cut by a saxophone player that Druski had warned about, but TDE's Punch wasn't happy.
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Music TDE's Punch was recently on "The Joe Budden Podcast," where he addressed rumors about the label paying Budden to favor Kendrick Lamar.
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Music TDE's Punch said it's "all love and respect" with Lupe Fiasco after Lupe's latest comments about Kendrick Lamar, fans, and comparisons.
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Music The Game's Drake feature and various references on "The Documentary 3" have fans speculating about his dynamic with Kendrick Lamar and TDE.
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Music Kendrick Lamar rarely makes videos for social media, but he changed that trend with a sweet video for 2Teez's son.
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Music Kendrick Lamar and The Game's relationship has been under quite the scrutiny in the aftermath of the Drake battle.
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Music Although Joe Budden has had beef with Drake in the past, he said neither TDE, Kendrick Lamar, nor any other artist has paid him.
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Music Kendrick & SZA took the stage for a surprise appearance.
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Music TDE is back to spread holiday cheer this season, returning for the 12th time with performances, giveaways, and more.
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Music Hip-hop hasn't had much relevance on the Hot 100 in a while and people have been pointing the finger at Kendrick Lamar as a result.
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Music Following the BET Awards, Mal offered some commentary on the TDE vs. Druski situation, as well as Kendrick Lamar's big win.
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Music Fans debate whether Glorilla should have won over Kendrick Lamar.
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Music With J. Cole going on a media tour, DJ Akademiks went off on his livestream, claiming that the artist is pathetic for kowtowing to Kendrick.
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Original Content Trap Dickey becomes the first South Carolina artist signed to Top Dawg Entertainment. With “The Ville” on the way, he talks TDE, ScHoolboy Q, and viral moments from On The Radar to Kai Cenat’s Mafiathon 3.
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Songs Punch from TDE's aroomfullofmirrors collective has just dropped off an apocalyptic-sounding new single, "World's Gone Crazy."
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Music TDE president Punch assessed the early dynamic between Kendrick Lamar and Drake and how it evolved on "The Joe Budden Podcast."
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Mixtapes TDE signee Trap Dickey has come through with his new mixtape, "The Ville," and it showcases why he is an artist to watch.
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Music Former TDE rapper Reason called out online pages misrepresenting his comments about Kendrick Lamar's "GNX."
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Songs Trap Dickey is the newest addition to the TDE imprint, and he continues to elevate his craft with songs like "Tell Me Why."
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Music Trap Dickey previously appeared at the 12th Annual TDE Christmas Concert and Toy Drive in Los Angeles in December.
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Music During a recent livestream, TDE affiliate MackWop dusted off an unreleased Kendrick Lamar track from the vault.
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Music Kendrick Lamar closed his "Grand National" world tour with a heartwarming bang in Sydney by bringing out an old friend from TDE.
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Songs TDE star Zacari is someone who has delivered some incredible music over the years, and his latest single "Jinx" is hypnotic.
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Music The recent link-up between Kendrick Lamar and fellow Compton artist Chef Boy at the TDE Christmas event has sent fans into overdrive.
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Music Jay Rock reacted to The Game doubling down on his claim that he wanted to sign Kendrick Lamar, which TDE affiliate 2Teez already denied.
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Mixtapes Former TDE rapper Reason is back with some passionate raps to open up his 2026 in the form of a three-song EP "Don't Play With My Heart."
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Music Adin Ross fired back at Doechii in his verse on 6ix9ine’s “Bacon” after the TDE rapper threw shade at him on “girl, get up” ft. SZA.
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Songs Lil Yachty, once again, has been having another prolific year and this Sauce Walka collab is a strong highlight.
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Songs Pluto has been looking to continue her rise to fame, and the new song "Tippy Toes" is certainly going to garner attention.
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Songs Tee Grizzley remains one of the most interesting storytellers in rap, and he is back with some straightforward bars on "No Effort 2."
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Mixtapes Tee Grizzley is always dropping quality projects, and that is exactly what he did on Friday with his new album, "Street Psalms."
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Songs 1Up Tee has been putting on for Detroit, and his new single "On P" is a menacing banger that you'll have to listen to.
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Songs Tee Grizzley recruits Rod Wave for a soulful yet gritty track that blends melody with storytelling.
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Songs "Back Ina Yams" by Tee Grizzley is nothing new, but Tee is as confident and dexterous in his lane as ever.
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Songs Tee Grizzley, known for his more intense rap style, is stripping things back and getting more melodic on "Back To Michigan."
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Mixtapes 1up Tee has been making moves in the Detroit rap scene, and over the weekend, he delivered with a new project, "How To Move."
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Music Drake's jumping on livestreams with fans.
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Songs The Michigan connection is strong on this new single "You Know," which features up-and-comers 1up Tee and Babyfxce E.
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Songs Tee Grizzley and Hurricane Wisdom have joined forces on the new track "Hard Times," which is one of the finest songs of the year.
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Music Tee Grizzley is joining Lil Baby is setting up more affordable housing for folks back home, doing so in a neighborhood in Detroit.
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Music In the Magic City documentary, Drake admitted to not caring what other rappers think about his music. He cares what strippers think.
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Pop Culture Druski seemed to joke about Erika Kirk in a new skit depicting conservative women in the United States, which didn't please Senator Ted Cruz.
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Mixtapes Bally Baby continues his momentum and is establishing himself as one of Atlanta's fastest rising names.
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Pop Culture Pardison Fontaine has made some interesting posts online amid Megan The Stallion's breakup, and her fans have taken notice.
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Streetwear Timothee Chalamet was in Miami wearing the Supreme x Wu-Tang Clan Tee, featuring RZA's portrait and "Protect Ya Neck" on the back.
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Gossip Travis Scott's manager David Stromberg allegedly coordinated with industry peers to post disparaging information about an enemy.
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Gabriel Bras Nevares
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TDE Alias name: Top Dawg Entertainment, City: Carson, CA 
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Phil Ade Alias name: N/A City: Washington, D.C. 
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De La Soul Alias name: Plug One, Plug Two & Plug Three City: East Massapequa / Amityville, Long Island, New York 
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Mucho DeNiro Alias name: City: Los Angeles, CA 