J. Cole’s Dreamville Festival Went Quiet… But Rumors Say It Will Get Louder
Dreamville Festival may be returning in 2026, but without J. Cole at the center, fans are wondering if the culture-driven experience can truly remain the same.

Pooh Shiesty: The Tragedy of Wasted Opportunity In Hip-Hop
Pooh Shiesty’s latest legal troubles highlight deeper issues within Hip-Hop: A larger conversation about accountability, mentorship and the cost of wasted opportunity.

EXCLUSIVE: Aaron Hall Faces Default Judgment After Ignoring Sexual Assault Lawsuit
Aaron Hall’s year-long dodge of a sexual assault lawsuit ended badly when a court ruled against him for refusing to respond.

EXCLUSIVE: Chico Bean Gives Mike Epps Massive Respect For Opening Comedic Doors
Chico Bean says Mike Epps is doing something rare in comedy by bringing younger talent into major venues instead of keeping the spotlight to himself.

Tony Sunshine Reflects On Big Pun’s Genius, Fat Joe Friendship & His Survival Guide
Tony Sunshine reflects on Big Pun’s genius, his loyalty to Fat Joe, and why survival and positivity matter more than industry drama.

EXCLUSIVE AUDIO: T-Boz Says TLC Bandmate Chilli Voted For Trump As Old Comments Resurface
T-Boz unwittingly just put Chilli back in the hot seat after saying her TLC sister voted for Trump in an unearthed interview. Fans are revisiting past comments and history heavily.

Raheem DeVaughn Talks Legacy, Loss, Love & Why R&B Still Needs Soul
Raheem DeVaughn says losing his father, embracing therapy and mastering independence changed how he views music, legacy and purpose.

EXCLUSIVE: 50 Cent Claims Shaniqua Tompkins Planning To Embarrass Him Over Book War
50 Cent asked a judge to seal parts of his ex’s court filings, claiming she’s using the lawsuit to publicly embarrass him.

Fetty Wap’s Comeback Should Mean More Than Nostalgia
Fetty Wap’s return should feel like a defining second chapter. Instead, Zavier often sounds like an artist revisiting old habits instead of fully embracing the life experiences.

Bill Duke Praises KRS-One As One Of Hip-Hop’s Most Influential Voices
Bill Duke says KRS-One became his Hip-Hop “foundation” because the legendary MC combined intelligence, political courage and respect for Black women in a way few rappers have matched.

“They Will Kill You” Director Kirill Sokolov Talks Fear & Filmmaking With Chuck Creekmur
Kirill Sokolov says his lifelong love of movies is what pushed him to bring the “They Will Kill You” to life.

“They Will Kill You” Proves Zazie Beetz Has Officially Arrived — And Hollywood Better Take Notice
After years of standout performances, Zazie Beetz finally takes center stage in a genre-bending thriller that proves she can carry a film.

Cardi B Inspired Howard University To Study Her Chart Dominating Album Strategy
Howard University is turning Cardi B’s headline making album campaign into a hands on marketing lesson for students studying the business of Hip-Hop.

Andy Muschietti & Barbara Muschietti Reveal Why They Had To Make “They Will Kill You” With Zazie Beetz
Growing up in Argentina during political turmoil helped shape their perspective on injustice, classic horror films and their creative vision.

Hollywood Icon Bill Duke Talks AI, Predator Secrets, Ms. Lauryn Hill & His Favorite Rapper
Bill Duke reflects on surviving Hollywood racism, working with Lauryn Hilly, why he loves KRS-One and explains why AI will change filmmaking forever.

EXCLUSIVE: Bricc Baby Begs Judge For Mercy As Long Prison Sentence Looms Over Rollin’ 60’s Case
Bricc Baby seeks a reduced prison term while distancing himself from a sweeping gang case and pointing to a past marked by hardship.

EXCLUSIVE: Fat Joe Says Tyrone Blackburn, Ex-Hypeman, Went Violently Off The Rails During Deposition
Fat Joe detailed courtroom chaos involving Tyrone Blackburn while pushing for penalties tied to explosive deposition conduct.

Heather Graham And Myha’la Break Down The Insane New Movie “They Will Kill You”
Heather Graham & Myha’la say “They Will Kill You” is one of the most creatively exciting projects they have taken on – psychologically mind-bending!

EXCLUSIVE: Cyndi Lauper’s Son Dex Gets Dad Dragged Into Sexual Assault Lawsuit
Cyndi Lauper’s son Dex faces a sexual assault lawsuit while his father gets sued for allegedly knowing about his violent history.

Zazie Beetz & Patricia Arquette Break Down Deeper Meanings In “They Will Kill You”
Despite the violence and chaos, Zazie Beetz and Patricia Arquett say the real message of the movie is about human connection.
