Donald Glover Heading To U.K. For “Farewell” Childish Gambino Show
(AllHipHop News) Donald Glover is to perform as Childish Gambino at Britain’s Lovebox festival for a farewell gig before retiring his rap alter ego. The actor, writer, and musician revealed last year that his next Childish Gambino album, the follow-up to 2016’s Awaken, My Love!, would be his last under the stage name. Bosses at […]

Drake Treats Miami Housekeeper To A Shopping Spree
(AllHipHop News) Rapper Drake recently surprised a hotel maid in Miami, Florida by treating her to a private shopping spree after learning about her daily four-hour commute to work. The “God’s Plan” hitmaker read all about Odalie Paret in a 2017 profile piece for the Miami Herald newspaper, in which she explained how she has […]

Lil Pump And His Mom Investigated Over Shooting In Apartment
(AllHipHop News) Rapper Lil Pump is in some serious trouble with the law, after being accused of firing a gun at a house. According to reports, police were called to the rap star’s apartment in the San Fernando Valley yesterday (February 15), after his manager called and claimed a group of men were attempting to […]

Migos Debut ‘Culture’ Documentary
(AllHipHop News) Many Migos followers like to compare the Atlanta-raised rap trio to the iconic Beatles. What came off to some observers as just an exercise in trolling got some credence when Offset, Quavo, and Takeoff tied a Hot 100 chart record previously only held by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. […]

TDE To Release Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Black Panther: The Album’ On Vinyl
(AllHipHop News) Vinyl aficionados will have the chance to add the Black Panther soundtrack to their collections. The Kendrick Lamar and Anthony “Top Dawg” Tiffith produced album is being released via the classic format. TDE is also offering Black Panther: The Album on cassette. For $59.98, fans can buy a deluxe package which includes an […]

The Roots & Dave Chappelle To Headline “Roots Picnic” 2018
(AllHipHop News) Fresh off his sold-out shows at New York City’s Radio City Music Hall and two new stand-up specials on Netflix, Dave Chappelle is reuniting with The Roots for the Hip Hop band’s annual festival. The 2018 “Roots Picnic” is set for the Festival Pier in Philadelphia on June 2. The Grammy-winning group will […]

YG’s NBA All-Star Weekend Concert “The Boogie” To Stream Live
(AllHipHop News) YG is once again teaming with Tidal for a live concert. The Compton rapper’s “The Boogie” will stream on the entertainment platform. Los Angeles’ Shrine Expo Hall will host the “Nighttime Boogie” show taking place during NBA All-Star Weekend. The first annual event is set to include performances by YG, Lil Pump, DJ […]

Michael B. Jordan Talks Listening To 2Pac For ‘Black Panther’ Role
(AllHipHop News) Black Panther hits theaters tonight. The cast of the highly anticipated Marvel production has been making the media rounds to promote the movie. Michael B. Jordan appears in the film as Erik “Killmonger” Stevens, the main antagonist. During an interview with Beats 1’s Ebro Darden, the New Jersey native talked about using music […]

Kanye West Settles Lawsuit Over Canceled “Saint Pablo Tour” Dates
(AllHipHop News) Back in 2016, Kanye West was forced to cancel dates of his “Saint Pablo Tour” following several public meltdowns. The Lloyd’s of London insurance company refused to pay out for the scrapped concerts which led to West’s Very Good Touring suing the insurer for $10 million. Rolling Stone reports West and Lloyd’s have […]

Meek Mill Files Appeal Petition Over Cop’s Alleged False Testimony
(AllHipHop News) Meek Mill’s legal team is working hard to get their client out of prison. The latest attempt comes in the form of a Post-Conviction Relief Act petition. According to Billboard, lawyers are requesting Meek’s release on bond or dismissal of the charges because of a report that Philadelphia police officer Reginald V. Graham […]

Eric B & Rakim’s Twitter Page Deletes Tweets Criticizing Modern Rap
(AllHipHop News) This week, Eric B & Rakim’s verified Twitter account felt the need to express feelings about the state of modern rap. The legendary Hip Hop group sent out two specific tweets about the “tragic” fall of the genre. “You are now witnessing the devolution of rap music. The death of poetry and smoothness, […]

Michael B. Jordan Became A Loner To Prepare For “Black Panther” Role
(AllHipHop News) Actor Michael B. Jordan spent a lot of time alone, listening to speeches by political revolutionaries, as he prepared to portray the villain in the new “Black Panther” movie. The “Creed” star tackles the role of Erik ‘Killmonger’ Stevens in the action blockbuster, in which his exiled character becomes a black-ops soldier for […]

Rock Fans P##### At Reading & Leeds Festivals’ Hip-Hop Filled Line Up
(AllHipHop News) British rock fans have expressed their fury over the Reading and Leeds festivals’ hip-hop filled line-up, led by Kendrick Lamar. The events, which share headliners and are held simultaneously over the same weekend in August, have long had a reputation as the U.K.’s rowdiest rock-focused festivals. In recent years, organizers have invited a […]

Cali Rapper Saweetie Signs to Warner Bros.
After arriving with a bang in late 2017, California rapper Saweetie has officially announced she’s signed to her own ICY label imprint in partnership with Artistry Records and Warner Bros. Records. The MC’s buzzing new single“ICY GRL” is available at all digital retailers now. “You know you have something special when an artist immediately connects […]

Chamillionaire Launches Convoz App Backed By Top Rappers
(AllHipHop News) Houston rap star Chamillionaire is hoping to revolutionize the social media space with his new app, Convoz. The Grammy Award-winning rapper who successfully transitioned into technology was an early investor in companies like Maker Studios and Cruise (acquired for $700 million and $1 billion respectively). Chamillionaire showcased the new Convoz app during UpFront […]

T.I. Provides Free Tickets To Advance Screening Of ‘Black Panther’
(AllHipHop News) The self-described King Of The South helped some Atlanta moviegoers experience the highly anticipated movie about the King of Wakanda. On February 12, Tip “T.I.” Harris headed to the Walmart store located on Cascade Road for a free Black Panther ticket-giveaway. More than 250 people of all ages and VIP guests got to […]

Run The Jewels To Release ‘Panther Like A Panther’ Craft Beer
(AllHipHop News) In collaboration with the craft breweries Interboro of New York, Pipeworks of Chicago, and J. Wakefield of Miami, Run The Jewels will release their second craft beer. The February arrival of the Panther Like A Panther Stout follows 2017’s award-winning Stay Gold IPA. 2018 will also see the release of the Legend Has It Pilsner in April and the Down Double IPA in October. Additionally, RTJ is […]

Chris Rock’s “Tamborine” Stand-Up Comedy Special Debuts On Netflix
(AllHipHop News) It’s been a decade since Chris Rock’s last full televised stand-up performance. The veteran entertainer is back with a new hour-long special for Netflix. Chris Rock: Tamborine debuted on the streaming service overnight. Bo Burnham directed the program which was filmed at New York’s Brooklyn Academy of Music. Netflix reportedly paid the comedic […]

Nipsey Hussle Talks Collaborating With Kendrick Lamar On “Dedication”
(AllHipHop News) Nipsey Hussle is in album mode. His debut studio LP Victory Lap is set to arrive on February 16, and the California spitter spoke with Beats 1 Radio’s Zane Lowe about the project. In particular, Nipsey was asked about working with Kendrick Lamar for the “Dedication” single. He recalled how the collaboration came […]

Nicki Minaj Reportedly Left Social Media To Work On 4th Studio Album
(AllHipHop News) Nicki Minaj fans put out an APB on their favorite artist after the leader of the Barbz’s social media absence. Her online followers have not seen a new post from Nicki since late December. Rumors began to circulate on why the Young Money star stopped social networking. Pregnancy, surgery, and other theories have […]