DJ Kay Slay Honored With Posthumous Street-Naming Ceremony
According to a Facebook post from his brother Kwame Grayson, Kay Slay’s longtime friend and collaborator Papoose, manager Jarrod “General” Whitaker and Ladi Kutz will serve as hosts.
Boot Camp Clik Drops First Song In 16 Years: “This Is Wotcha Call Strength”
Duck Down Music co-founder Drew Friedman (also known as Dru Ha) announced the release via Instagram on Friday (July 14).
Bun B Compares Chance Encounter With Taylor Swift To Meeting Barack Obama & Beyoncé
The UGK legend said of meeting the Republic Records superstar, “I’ve only ever met 2 other people who make you feel this seen and heard in an interaction before and that’s @barackobama and @beyonce.”
Jamie Foxx Spotted In Public For First Time Since Hospitalization
In a video making the rounds online, the actor/singer is all smiles as he cruises in a boat on the Chicago River Sunday afternoon (July 9).
Chika Hospitalized With Kidney Failure—But Trolls Have Their Own Theories
One person asked, “Is that a Psych Ward??? Honestly glad that you finally decided to get help,” while another hypothesized, “U got checked in because u were [cutting] urself.”
Flavor Flav Issues Warning After Flying Object Hits Harry Styles In Face During Vienna Concert
“STOP THIS F###KING S###!”
Master P Has A Few Words For Google Following Luther Vandross Mix-Up
The No Limit boss isn’t worried about the gaffe—he’s more concerned with selling his cereal.
Beyoncé’s Mother Tina Knowles Robbed For $1 Million In Cash During Bold Break-In
The Los Angeles Police Department has launched an investigation.
Consequence & His Son Preach “Long Overdue” Message For Hip-Hop Community
Consequence is continuing the rollout for his next solo album with the release of “Who Shot Jamal?” featuring son Caiden.
Hip-Hop Pioneer Scorpio Says Ice Spice, Scar Lip & Other Female Rappers Are “Taking Over”
Hip-Hop pioneer Scorpio of Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five rolled through with a message earlier this week. While hanging backstage at a show, the trailblazing MC had a few moments to rattle off his thoughts about the current rap landscape. Mainly, he was focused on giving props to the next wave of female rappers. […]
Wiz Khalifa Sells “Black & Yellow” As Part Of Massive Catalog Acquisition
Wiz Khalifa is joining a growing number of artists who are selling their catalogs for big money. According to a press release, several of Khalifa’s#### singles—including “Black & Yellow,” “See You Again” and “The Thrill”—have been acquired in a new deal with HarbourView Equity Partners. Although the terms of the transaction weren’t disclosed, HarbourView confirmed it […]
Drake Vs. Childish Gambino Debate Explodes On Twitter Following “Overrated” Diss
People had thoughts.
Tupac Shakur’s Stepfather Mutulu Dead At 72 Following Recent Prison Release
The family made the announcement via Instagram on Friday (July 7).
Flavor Flav Slams Press For Claiming A “Crackhead” Inspired His Iconic Clock: “Get It Right!”
The Public Enemy legend is doing some damage control after a misleading headline about his iconic clock went viral.
RBX Eyes Comeback With First Single In 16 Years, “Nightstalker” Featuring Krayzie Bone
The track comes from the former Death Row artist’s forthcoming album “Hibernation Shivers,” which is scheduled for an August 25 arrival.
Lil Uzi Vert’s “Pink Tape” Will Become First Rap Album In 2023 To Hit No. 1
According to HITS Daily Double, the rapper’s Pink Tape project is projected to move more than 165,000 total album-equivalent units in its opening week.
Nelly Source Says Rapper Has Sold Half His Music Catalog For $50 Million
Is it getting “Hot In Herre?”
MF DOOM’s Widow Breaks Silence On Rap Legend’s Cause Of Death
Jasmine Dumile also raises concerns about the medical treatment the late MC received at St. James Hospital in Leeds.
Boosie Badazz Defends Coi Leray Following Her Dismal First-Week Album Sales
On Monday (July 3), the outspoken rapper headed to Twitter and offered, “@coileray SHOULD HAVE SOLD AT LEAST 100k the first week. NOBODY RECENT GOT MORE HITS THAN HER.”
EXCLUSIVE: Bone Thugs’ Krayzie Bone Says Hip-Hop Still Needs More Respect
“I understand Hip-Hop is like a competitive sport,” Krayzie Bone tells AllHipHop. “But so is football, and I don’t know one running back who don’t pay homage to Jim Brown, the greatest of all time.”
