Cardi B Fires Back At Haters Over JAY-Z Remake, Promises Chart Impact
Cardi B’s “Imaginary Players” remix sparked online drama, Nicki Minaj’s Barbz chatter, Jay-Z conspiracy theories, and a fiery clapback from Cardi herself.

Snoop Dogg & D Smoke Announce Death Row Records Partnership With Tour
D Smoke announced his album Wake Up Supa, a national tour, and a new partnership with Death Row Records during his Power 106 freestyle.

Did Adrien Broner Get Arrested After Nightclub Brawl?
Adrien Broner admitted he was in a nightclub brawl, claiming he was robbed and badly outnumbered, adding fuel to his long list of controversies.

Colin Kaepernick’s ESPN Documentary With Spike Lee Was Shelved, But Why?
Colin Kaepernick’s Spike Lee docuseries was shelved by ESPN with only “creative differences” cited, fueling speculation of NFL pressure.

JAY-Z Could Be Plotting His Musical Return—Memphis Bleek Spills On “Drink Champs”
Memphis Bleek says Jay-Z is back in the studio, sparking hopes that the Hip-Hop icon may finally return with a new album after eight years.

Omar Gooding’s Savage Dis Could Result In Cam’ron Lawsuit
Omar Gooding surprised Hip-Hop with a fiery diss at Cam’ron, turning what looked like a prank into a battle that might force Cam back into the booth. Or court!

Freddie Gibbs & Benny The Butcher Beef Isn’t Over Yet
Freddie Gibbs and Benny the Butcher are still in a tense situation despite recent talks, with leaked DMs showing no real progress toward peace.

Joey Bada$$ Announces Dark Aura Tour With Rapsody & Ab-Soul Plus Drops New Music
Joey Bada$$ announced his “Dark Aura Tour” with Rapsody and Ab-Soul, set to launch October 16 in Boston and wrap November 20 in Philadelphia.

Chicago Rapper BabyChiefDoIt Admits ChatGTP Wrote His Lyrics—Purists Go Nuts
Chicago’s Babychiefdoit is catching heat for using AI to write his rhymes, but it might make him a pioneer of modern rap music.

Swizz Beatz Shut Down Split Rumors With Romantic Alicia Keys Anniversary Post
Swizz Beatz marked his 15th wedding anniversary with Alicia Keys by posting a serene ocean video, subtly shutting down rumors about their marriage.

Hip-Hop Film Festival’s 10th Anniversary Brings Back Master Cyphers & Top Cinema Creators
Hip Hop Film Festival’s 10th anniversary will spotlight Master Cyphers, a three-day Harlem series of film industry talks with a twist.

Dr. Danielle Spencer—Better Known As Dee From “What’s Happening!!”—Dies At 60
Danielle Spencer, famed for her role as Dee Thomas on What’s Happening!!, has died at 60, remembered as both a TV favorite and a dedicated veterinarian.

Conway The Machine’s Love For Freddie Gibbs Rumored To Be Centerpiece Of Benny “Beef”
Conway The Machine’s love for Freddie Gibbs may be stirring tension within Griselda after the alleged fallout with cousin Benny The Butcher in Paris.

Offset’s Savage Ways Allegedly Involved Saweetie
Offset’s podcast confessions, DJ Akademiks’ claims, and Cardi B’s rumored romance with Stefon Diggs are turning a personal saga into Hip-Hop’s latest public spectacle.

Diddy’s Maggot-Infested Jail Food Apparently Isn’t Uncommon
Diddy claims his prison food has maggots—and now Trump might pardon him?

Benny The Butcher & Conway The Machine Reportedly Clash In Paris
Benny The Butcher and Conway The Machine allegedly clashed in Paris, sparking new rumors of a Griselda split that could end one of Hip-Hop’s strongest crews.

Dallas Cowboy Drama Has Jerry Jones Evoking JAY-Z, Dez Bryant & Roc Nation
Micah Parsons’ Cowboys standoff just exploded after Jerry Jones dragged Jay-Z and Dez Bryant into a messy contract saga that now includes a trade request and Roc Nation clapback.

Papoose’s Relationship With Claressa Shields Might Be Delaying Remy Ma Divorce…Streets Say
Papoose’s new partnership with Clarissa Shields might’ve created more than a business buzz — it may also be the reason Remy Ma is holding up the divorce, and possibly cashing in behind the scenes.

Ryan Coogler & Regina King Teaming Up On Harlem Horror? “Bitter Root” Rumors Swirl
Rumor has it Regina King and Ryan Coogler are adapting the horror-fueled comic “Bitter Root” into a movie about racism, monsters, and Harlem in the 1920s.

Where Is Collective Outrage Over Chris Smalls’ Assault In Israeli Custody?
Activist Chris Smalls was detained and beaten by Israeli forces while delivering aid to Gaza, but none of the others were attacked. Why?