Memorial Day Was Black-Led Celebration Of Freedom That Racism Tried To Erase
The first Memorial Day tribute was created by newly freed Black Americans in 1865, though racists have tried to erase them from history.

“The Boondocks” Could Return But Rodney Barnes Says Classic Faces Serious Challenges
Rodney Barnes, longtime writer of The Boondocks, says a revival is possible—but the current climate of cancel culture and hypersensitivity may not be ready for its bold satire.

Producer/Writer Rodney Barnes Talks “Boondocks,” “Sinners,” Batman & More
At Fan Expo Philadelphia, Rodney Barnes discusses Killadelphia, The Boondocks, and the evolving challenges of storytelling in the age of social media with AllHipHop’s Chuck Creekmur.

Remembering Sacha Jenkins: Visionary In Hip-Hop & Counter In Culture
Sacha Jenkins was more than a journalist. He was a fearless cultural architect who helped shape Hip-Hop media on his own terms.

Joey Bada$$ & Serayah’s Love Story Evolves Into Parenthood
Joey Bada$$ and Serayah confirmed they’re having a baby boy as the couple prepares for their next chapter together.

Rakim Makes History With Peabody Medal & Johns Hopkins Honorary Degree
Rakim made history at Johns Hopkins University as the first rapper to receive the George Peabody Medal and deliver the 2025 Peabody Conservatory commencement address.

Detroit Rapper Skilla Baby Shot In Suspected Targeted Drive-By On Infamous Eight Mile
Detroit rapper Skilla Baby was shot in a suspected targeted drive-by in his hometown, leaving him hospitalized but in stable condition.

Mel Gibson & Danny Glover Reunite At Fan Expo—Will “Lethal Weapon 5” Ever Happen?
Too old for this? Never. Mel Gibson & Danny Glover reunited at Fan Expo Philly, reigniting hope for Lethal Weapon 5. Will it finally happen?

Malcolm X Turns 100: He’s Not Just History—He’s Hip-Hop’s Future If It Wants To Survive
Malcolm X’s 100th birthday reminds us that his legacy was rooted in resistance, rhythm, and raw truth. Just like Rap.

Zeddy Will Talks New Mixtape, Coco Jones Crush & Will Smith Comedy Dreams
Rising star Zeddy Will talks “Set The Tone,” his comedy dreams, love for Coco Jones, and why he’s staying true in a game full of clones.

What Roxanne Shanté Learned Living With Rick James For Six Months At 16 Years Old
Hip-Hop icon Roxanne Shanté reveals she lived with Rick James for six months at age 16 and now fights to protect young women from exploitation in the entertainment industry.

Mathematics On Wu-Tang’s Legacy, Creating Wu’s Iconic Logo, AndHis Most Personal Album Yet
Mathematics opens up about crafting Wu-Tang’s timeless logo, producing iconic Hip-Hop records, and channeling his deepest personal loss into the most powerful song of his career.

I-Octane Drops Gems On Energy, Purpose & Staying Stress-Free
I-Octane has never worn a pair of Timberland boots. Well, he has to talk to Chuck “Jigsaw” Creekmur about this…and spirituality, God and music.

“Godfather Of Harlem” Actor Markuann Smith Talks 2Pac Stories, C-Murder Doc & Next Series
From carrying crates next to Tupac to creating one of the most powerful shows on TV, Markuann Smith proves that success comes with patience, purpose, and passion.

EXCLUSIVE: Misa Hylton’s Family Ties Collide As Diddy Trial Begins & Mary J. Blige Case Continues
Misa Hylton’s lawsuit against Mary J. Blige unfolds, but the federal sex trafficking trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs is impacting the family in harsher ways.

Misa Hylton Vs. Mary J. Blige: Misa’s Lawyer Talks $5M Fallout Over Vado & Broken Promises
Attorney Nicholas Ramcharitar, representing Misa Hylton, breaks down the $5 million lawsuit between Mary J. Blige and the stylist.

Will Kanye West Help Dame Dash Out In His Time Of Financial Need?
Damon Dash is staring down a $4 million court loss and some are asking if Kanye West will come to the rescue of the man who once believed in him.

Dee-1 & Cortez Bryant Talk Lil Wayne, Hot Boys & Hip-Hop’s New Mission
Dee-1 revealed his upcoming album Hypocritical Hop, his collaborations with nearly every Hot Boy, and his mission to confront the dark side of the music industry head-on.

AllHipHop’s 2025 Quarterly Power Rankings: The Heavy Hitters
In 2025, Kendrick Lamar, Doechii, Playboi Carti, Drake, and The Alchemist stand as Hip-Hop’s dominant forces, pushing the culture’s past, present, and future into bold new territory.

Trae Tha Truth Joins Forces With Vory For “The Gathering”
Houston rap legend Trae Tha Truth and rising star Vory team up on “The Gathering,” blending storytelling with soul.