André 3000 Has New Solo Album On The Way According To Killer Mike
During a recent interview with Sway Calloway, Killer Mike—who collaborated with 3 Stacks on the single “Scientists & Engineers” from his new solo album Michael, confirmed the almost unbelievable news.

Russell Simmons: Family Woes Include $60 Million Lawsuit Against Ex-Wife & Her Estranged Husband
The Def Jam Recordings co-founder was a trending Twitter topic on Monday (June 19) after his daughter, Aoki Lee Simmons, made some scathing allegations against him.

Jazmine Sullivan Cancels Headlining Juneteenth Event At Leimert Park Over Alleged Shooting
But Living Legends rapper Luckyiam is one of many disputing the allegation. He tweeted, “THERE WAS NO SHOOTING IN LEIMERT PARK JUNETEENTH. A VENDOR TENT FELL AND EVERYONE STARTED RUNNING. (Please Stop spreading false narratives).”

Russell Simmons Apologizes To Daughter Aoki Following Explosive Family Feud
On Monday (June 19), as both Russell Simmons and Aoki Simmons trended on Twitter, the business mogul took to Instagram where he apologized for losing his temper.

Trippie Redd Says Country & Latin Music Have Taken Over Rap: “That Sh#t Lame AF”
The comment arrived after Spotify’s Head of Urban Music shared his thoughts on the state of the culture via Twitter on Saturday (June 17).

First Strange Famous Fest Reminds The Crowd There’s “Nothing Like Family”
Helmed by label head Sage Francis, the free, family-friendly event boasted performances from a healthy chunk of the SFR roster, including Wheelchair Sports Camp, Metermaids, Sleep, BlackLiq, Jivin Scientists and many, many more.

Quincy Jones Rushed To Hospital Following Medical Emergency
Paramedics arrived at the music icon’s Los Angeles home on Saturday (June 17) and transported him via ambulance to a local hospital.

Screwed Up Click’s Big Pokey Dead At 48—Graphic Video Appears To Show Last Moment
In a graphic video making the rounds online, Big Pokey is rapping to a crowd at the Pour 09 Bar when he suddenly collapses. Someone rushes to his aid as he lays on the ground then the video cuts off.

Q-Tip Looking For Long Lost Love He Took To Prince Concert: “I Think Of You Often”
Q-Tip rarely tweets, but A Tribe Called Quest‘s de facto leader had a special request on Friday (June 16). Apparently, Q-Tip is looking for a woman he’s lost touch with over the years and is hoping to track her down through social media. As he explained, “There was a girl i went to HS with.. […]

Sukihana Says She’s “Not Into Tearing Black Men Down” As She Accepts YK Osiris’ Apology
YK Osiris offered a sincere apology shortly after a clip of the incident went viral.

Flavor Flav Celebrates Newfound Sobriety Following “Swiftie” Declaration: “I’ve Changed”
The Public Enemy OG is making headlines following an appearance at a recent Taylor Swift concert in Detroit.

Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth Fans Demand Reunion Album Following NYC Council Honor
The Mount Vernon duo was honored for their contributions to Hip-Hop culture earlier this week as part of the 2023 Power & Music Awards.

Biz Markie’s Widow Commemorates Late MC Ahead Of Second Anniversary Of His Death
The Juice Crew alum died at a Maryland hospital on July 16, 2021, several months after being admitted for diabetes-related complications.

Kool Keith: How An Angry Crowd Fueled “Black Elvis 2” Record
Kool Keith, one of Hip-Hop’s most elusive and enigmatic characters, has returned with Black Elvis 2, the follow-up to 1999’s original.

2Pac’s Dad Reacts To His Late Son’s Past Comments About Michael Jordan & White Kids
As 2Pac explained in an interview with MTV shortly before his death, he felt the Chicago Bulls legend neglected Black kids who needed a role model.

Babyface Ousted From Anita Baker’s Tour Following “Kenny’s Crazies” Controversy
In a statement posted on his Instagram page, Babyface admitted he was “saddened by the news.”

André 3000 Verse Arrives Courtesy Of Killer Mike’s “Scientists & Engineers” Featuring Future
So fresh and so clean, clean.

YNW Melly Double Murder Trial: Victims Family “Disgusted” By Rapper’s Grin
According to a tweet from Law & Crime, the victims’ families are having a hard time seeing the rapper in the courtroom.

Denver Nuggets Win NBA Championship For First Time In Franchise History
The Denver Nuggets won their first NBA Championship in franchise history on Monday night (June 12), beating the Miami Heat 94-89 in Game 5 of the 2023 NBA Finals.

YNW Melly’s Defense Attorney Calls Prosecutors’ Case “Incompetent & Incomplete”
During opening statements, attorney David Howard berated the prosecutors for the allegedly weak case.