Jay-Z’s longtime engineer Young Guru explained his problem with Timbaland using AI to make a song with the late Notorious B.I.G. Advertisement Young Guru discussed the rise of AI at length in an interview with Okayplayer. He explained why he called out Timbaland for pushing AI’s ability to create music with the voices of deceased
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Cardi B welcomed the idea of GloRilla remixing Latto’s single “Put It on Da Floor” on Tuesday (June 6). Advertisement GloRilla expressed her interest in recording a “Put It on Da Floor” remix in a Twitter post. Cardi B, who appeared on a recent remix of the song, gave her stamp of approval. “Ian did
Dive into the inspiring journey of Shooney Da Rapper, a pioneering force in battle rap. From her humble beginnings in Mount Vernon and the Bronx to her breakthrough in Miami, Shooney’s story is a testament to resilience and authenticity. Discover how this trailblazing artist is reshaping the landscape of Hip-Hop and battle rap. Shooney Da
Teyana Taylor wrapped another successful showing in her latest role as creative director, teaming up with Lola Brooke for her Hot 97 Summer Jam debut at the weekend. After working her creative magic with Latto in April and Summer Walker a month later, Teyana lent her creative skills to the rising NYC rapper. The multi-hyphenate
In a twist that could be straight out of a reality show script, “Shark Tank” star and FUBU founder, Daymond John, is now swimming in a sea of legal issues. Advertisement According to Page Six, John has filed a temporary restraining order against former contestants Al “Bubba” Baker, his wife, Sabrina Baker, and their daughter, Brittani Bo
A lawyer representing Tory Lanez quietly filed a request to delay the rapper’s sentencing in California on Thursday (June 1). Advertisement According to Meghann Cuniff’s Legal Affairs and Trials newsletter, attorney Matthew Barhoma sought a delay a few weeks after filing a petition to disqualify Judge David Herriford. The judge is scheduled to sentence Tory
The Game is mourning the loss of his closest friend, AR. According to an Instagram post he shared on Sunday (June 4), AR was involved in a murder-suicide. As Game noted in the caption, he took his own life and the life of someone else. He wrote, “I’m crying while I type this because I
Cardi B found herself in a sticky predicament on Sunday evening (Jun. 4) after lighting up the stage at Summer Jam. Advertisement The NYC icon was with her team in an elevator when the lift suddenly stopped with them all stuck inside. The small elevator left Cardi and her crew in a tight squeeze with
Guess what? Lil Durk just pulled off a fantastic surprise for Pedro, the coolest homeless dude in Hollywood! Picture this: Pedro is chilling in his cozy tent on the street of Hollywood, jamming to the epic beats of Lil Durk and J Cole’s latest banger, “All My Life.” Little did he know, his life was
Bam Margera’s perceived downward spiral has been internet fodder for months. The former Viva La Bam star and professional skateboarder recently vowed to “smoke crack” until he got to see the son he shares with his estranged wife, Nikki Boyd. Now his brother Jess Margera is fearing the worst. On Sunday (June 4), Jess fired
Tobe Nwigwe, the prolific creative and rap artist, has now taken his talents to the massive, block buster experience know as “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts.” He shared his experience on the Steven Caple, Jr.-led project with AllHipHop. Nwigwe has been steadily gaining recognition for his unique blend of music and visual artistry, said Transformers
The City of Angels is set to witness the inception of an exciting new summer basketball league, thanks to the collaborative efforts of renowned Hip-Hop artists The Game and Dom Kennedy. This initiative is named the “Real Run College Basketball Summer League” and will serve as a platform for college basketball players to demonstrate their
Despite recent legal hurdles and public criticism, the Hot 97 Summer Jam concert will proceed as planned on Sunday, inside and outside the UBS Arena in Elmont, New York. The headlining performers for the Summer Jam on June 4, 2023, make for an impressive lineup, showcasing some of the most influential and exciting artists in the
Ice Cube and Kanye West were photographed hugging over the weekend. Paparazzi snapped two photos of the rap giants embracing and smiling at Cube’s Los Angeles compound, appearing to confirm they’ve moved past 2022’s antisemitism controversy. Last October, Kanye West was a guest on Drink Champs where he claimed his antisemitic posts were inspired by
Rap legend Masta Ace has evolved into a playwright. The Juice Crew alumni has developed a play called The Falling Season, which made an informal debut this week in the form of a reading. It all happened in front of about 150 fans, family and industry titans such as DJ Mister Cee, Datwon Thomas, Marco
Ar’Mon Warren is here to showcase his skills as a solo artist. The Detroit native first came up as one half of R&B duo Ar’Mon & Trey, who quickly garnered a cultlike following by creating heartfelt ballads, as well as hilarious, entertaining content on Youtube. Falling in love with music at a young age, Ar’Mon
Boosie Badazz engaged in a war of words with Ralo on Friday (June 2). The two traded shots on social media after Boosie accused Ralo of snitching in a Breakfast Club interview. Ralo responded to the allegations in a series of Twitter posts. “These n##### be acting like some real b######, yawl salon talking ass
Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre postponed their Doggystyle 30th anniversary concerts, which were originally scheduled for June 27 and 28. The West Coast legends rescheduled their orchestra-backed concerts in solidarity with the WGA writers’ strike. Snoop Dogg announced the delay via social media on Friday (June 2). “DOGGYSTYLE 30th ANNIVERSARY POSTPONEMENT,” he wrote. “Due to
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez wants people to know she does not have a crush on Twitter owner Elon Musk. Despite having numerous spats with the radical South Afrikan, she took to social media to clarify what’s parody and what is fact. On Sunday, May 28, a fake Twitter account, created just to poke fun at the
Gunna has responded to his critics in his new song, “Bread & Butter,” his first single since taking a plea deal in the YSL RICO case. The College Park, Georgia native has been at the center of snitching allegations since his release last December. His loyalty and street cred were questioned after a courtroom video