Hip Hop

The CMA Awards are at the center of a social media storm, facing accusations of racism and claims Shaboozey was snubbed after he failed to win any of his nominations, despite the overwhelming success of his breakout hit “A Bar Song (Tipsy).”  The chart-topping country music rising star was in the running for New Artist

The living members of De La Soul—Kelvin “Posdnuos” Mercer and Vincent “Maseo” Mason—are urging fans not to support a new book called High & Rising (A Book About De La Soul). As the title and cover art suggest, the book intertwines the New York-bred trio’s journey to becoming one of the most influential Hip-Hop groups

Metro Boomin played a significant part in kicking off the Drake and Kendrick Lamar beef with his song with Future and Kendrick Lamar, “Like That,” from the We Don’t Trust You album.  During an upcoming interview with GQ Magazine, the producer addressed rumors about the root of his conflict with the OVO founder and admitted

Jay-Z’s Team Roc sues Kansas City, Kansas, to obtain long-sought police records tied to decades of alleged misconduct. Jay-Z’s social justice organization, Team Roc, has filed a lawsuit seeking the release of police misconduct records, accusing Kansas City, Kansas, of blocking access to key documents Team Roc believes the documents could expose decades of abuse

Donald Trump nominated WWE co-founder Linda McMahon as education secretary and Dr. Oz to lead Medicare and Medicaid Services.  Donald Trump has selected World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) co-founder and his transition co-chair, Linda McMahon, as his nominee for education secretary.  McMahon also headed the Small Business Administration during Trump’s first term in office and is

Ridley Scott firmly shut down Denzel Washington’s claims of filming a same-sex kiss in “Gladiator II” sparking more controversy. Ridley Scott has firmly rejected Denzel Washington’s assertion that a same-sex kiss was originally filmed for “Gladiator II” but later removed, dismissing the idea as false during a Monday premiere in Los Angeles. In an interview,

Dame Dash is opening up about the sale of his Roc-A-Fella shares, claiming nobody was interested in buying his stake because JAY-Z isn’t loved like other Hip-Hop icons. He also claimed that although Drake offered millions at one point, he eventually disappeared.  Last week, New York State bought Dame Dash’s one-third share of the legendary

A rare script signed by Tupac Shakur from the 1994 film *Above the Rim* is set to be auctioned in Los Angeles on November 21, offering collectors a part of Hip-Hop and Hollywood history. A rare glimpse into Tupac Shakur’s Hollywood career has come to light as a signed “Above the Rim” script will make

Mike Tyson and Jake Paul’s recent fight has been plagued with rumors that the boxing legend threw the fight or that it was a cash grab, but according to DJ Whoo Kid, both fighters were legally prevented from going too hard.   The 58-year-old former heavyweight champion lost the fight after going eight full rounds with

Roughly 104 miles north of the Bronx—the New York City borough that birthed Hip-Hop—lies Philadelphia, home to DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince, Bahamadia and The Roots. It’s also where DJ Cash Money honed his skills as a prolific turntablist. A 1988 DMC World DJ Champion, Cash Money didn’t just perfect scratching, he invented

David Banner has revealed his bold opinion on how the Black community is becoming more and more like the “extremists” who have become synonymous with the conservative political party. Banner delivered the unexpected message recently during his interview with Angela Yee, remarking on his belief that it needed to be heard even though it’s bound

Boyz II Men are taking their storied legacy to the big screen with a new biographical film in development. The legendary R&B group—comprised of Nathan Morris, Wanyá Morris, and Shawn Stockman—has teamed up with Compelling Pictures and Primary Wave to bring their journey from the streets of Philadelphia to international superstardom to a feature-length film.

The family of Malcolm X made good on their promise and filed a $100 million lawsuit, accusing federal and New York City government agencies of orchestrating and covering up the assassination of the civil rights icon. The complaint, filed in Manhattan federal court, alleges the FBI, CIA, NYPD, and others played a direct role in

An associate of Lil Durk has shared audio of an alleged jail call that could be the Chicago rapper’s first speaking to the public since he was taken into federal custody last month. On Friday (November 15), Instagram user @900bruhbruh shared a nearly two-minute long video capturing a phone call in which Durk was purportedly

Offset and his entourage got into a major brawl with a French rapper’s crew, sparking chaos on the streets of Paris.  Video surfaced online showing the Atlanta native in a violent altercation with members of rapper Gazo’s entourage on Wednesday night (November 13), outside Hôtel du Collectionneur in the French capital.   Before hands and feet

SZA has provided her unfiltered thoughts about her experience getting the Brazilian butt lift (BBL) operation in a new interview. During a conversation with British Vogue, SZA says that while she was initially “so mad” that she got the popular Brazilian butt lift surgery, despite the fact she’s “enjoying” it now. While explaining that her

Kim Kardashian is opening up about her co-parenting struggles, claiming she’s practically a single parent to the four children she shares with Kanye West.  The SKIMS founder said that although she has help with her children, she’s still tackling parenting alone. She addressed her co-parenting situation with her friend Zoe Winkler on the Nov. 12

Louisiana lawmakers may end the state’s tax incentive program for film and TV productions, causing headaches for 50 Cent. The rapper-turned-TV mogul admitted he’s concerned about the future months after opening his G-Unit Studios in Shreveport. “This doesn’t feel good but it could be great for Louisiana, patience let’s see how it plays out,” 50

Al B. Sure believes his biological son, Quincy Brown, is being weaponized against him amid Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal case.  The veteran singer has been outspoken about his thoughts on the incarcerated Bad Boy Records mogul, making various allegations against him. He also shared concerns about the effects of the case on Quincy.   On Tuesday

Mike Tyson casually mentioned how he barely avoided catching AIDS in a conversation with Rosie Perez for Interview Magazine. Tyson recalled a sex scare from his past while promoting his upcoming boxing match against YouTuber Jake Paul. “Life isn’t over yet,” Tyson said. “We’re still fighting. We only make it out on the day of