Pete Rock, Killer Mike & More Mourn Atlanta Hip-Hop Staple D.R.E.S. Tha Beatnik
The MC, beatboxer and culture conservationist had been dealing with chronic kidney disease for some time.

Timbaland Changes His Tune As Backlash Over AI Artist Intensifies—Clashes With Young Guru
The producer sparked fury online earlier this week, when he announced his new AI entertainment company and its first artist, an “A-Pop” artist named Ta-Ta.

EXCLUSIVE: Xzibit Credits One Album With Changing Musical Landscape
Xzibit released his first album in 13 years, “Kingmaker,” in last month, which reunited him with Dr. Dre on the track “Leave Me Alone.”

50 Cent Labeled “A Sellout” Over Indiana Pacers Support
The Queens native has been posting about Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers frequently.

DDG Called “Doo Doo Garbage”—Altercation Ensues
Now the man who hurled the insult wants to take legal action against the rapper.

“Ye” Twitter Account Owner Threatened After Kanye West Vows To Change Handle
The account “Ye” is owned by someone else and West’s fans aren’t letting it slide.

Clipse Announces Release Date For First Album In 15 Years
The project’s lead single, “Ace Trumpets,” will hit DSPs at 12 a.m. ET on Friday (May 30).

Afrika Bambaataa Loses Child Sex Abuse & Trafficking Case By Default
The matter of damages will be decided by a Special Referee in a future proceeding.

Jewish Community Reacts To Kanye West’s “Apology” For Antisemitic Rampage
If Kanye West wants truly forgiveness, it’s going to be a long, arduous road to get it.

One Heart Attack & Over 10 Years Later, Geoff Wilkinson Is Back With New Us3 Single
EXCLUSIVE: Speaking to AllHipHop, frontman/producer Geoff Wilkinson reveals just how good it is to be back.

Chuck D Tackles Ageism In Hip-Hop On New “Radio Armageddon” Album
The album, which the Public Enemy frontman describes as a “compilation of voices,” includes guest verses from Schoolly D, Phill Most Chill and many more.

Ray Vaughn Fires Back At Joey Bada$$ With “Hoe Era” As Feud Heats Up
“B#### you washed/You ain’t carrying no torch/You let Ice Spice turn into the King of New York.”

Diddy Trial Day Two: Internet Reacts To Cassie Ventura’s Graphic Testimony
During her testimony, the 38-year-old former model alleged he regularly abused her, plied her with drugs and forced her to participate in “freak-offs” that would last up to four days.

Rodney O Sues Epic Records Over Future & Metro Boomin’s “Like That”
“I’ll do whatever it takes to stand up for me and all the pioneers in the game. Enough is enough.”

Vic Mensa Stands With Kehlani As Her Concerts Are Axed Over Pro-Palestinian Stance
The singer has been outspoken about the ongoing Gaza War that began in October 2023 and included her pro-Palestinian views in her new video, “Next 2 U,” sparking backlash.

André 3000 Releases “Best Worst Rap Album In History”
WARNING: NO BARS.

Yes, André 3000 Really Does Need Help Finding His Missing Notebook
Album rumors sparked after posters began popping up all over Amsterdam that read, “MISSING: Have you seen this notebook?”

Goodie Mob Call It Quits—But There’s A Silver Lining
CeeLo Green did say there would be a final album and tour “god willing.”

TDE’s Ray Vaughn Gets Real About “The Good, The Bad, The Dollar Menu”
EXCLUSIVE: The Top Dawg Entertainment talent talks to AllHipHop about life before and after the Dollar Menu.

Ice Cube Reveals Biggest Lesson He Learned From His “Hero” Chuck D
In a recent interview, Ice Cube talked about his upcoming 4 Decades of Attitude Tour and admiration for Public Enemy’s Chuck D.