Star Calls Out Co-Host DJ Akademiks For “Clowning” Fredo Santana
(AllHipHop News) The Complex News debate program Everyday Struggle returned yesterday with a new host. Veteran radio personality Troi “Star” Torain replaced Joe Budden on the panel. In his very first episode, the self-described hater came out swinging hard at co-host DJ Akademiks. The final segment featured the commentators discussing the recent passing of Chicago-raised rapper […]

Childish Gambino Signs With RCA Records & Plans To Release New Music
(AllHipHop News) Donald “Childish Gambino” Glover had some of his fans concerned they would not be getting a lot more music from the ATLien. Last June, he announced at the Governors Ball festival, “I’ll see you for the last Gambino album.” The next Gambino LP will be delivered via RCA Records, according to Variety. Glover, […]

Camila Cabello & Young Thug Hit #1 On The Hot 100 Chart With “Havana”
(AllHipHop News) Camila Cabello and Young Thug’s “Havanna” earned both performers their first #1 single on the Hot 100 chart. The Latin pop/rap collaboration spent seven nonconsecutive weeks at #2 before reaching the pinnacle. “Havanna” got a bump after Cabello released her debut solo album Camila on January 12. The former Fifth Harmony member’s project opened […]

50 Cent Says Making Hit Music Is “Not Rocket Science”
(AllHipHop News) 50 Cent is adamant that simplicity is the key to making hit music. The rapper, real name Curtis Jackson, released single “In da Club” back in January 2003, with the catchy tune quickly becoming an international hit. Reflecting on the 15th anniversary of his debut, Fif told said it was easy to make […]

Tyga Dating Wiz Khalifa’s Sex Tape Ex
(AllHipHop News) Rapper Tyga has reportedly been dating the woman who made a sex tape with Wiz Khalifa for several months. The “Rack City” hitmaker and British Playboy model Carla Howe, who filmed explicit footage of her having intercourse with Wiz in 2014, began seeing each other last year. “They started talking last March when […]

Skepta Secretly Dating Supermodel Naomi Campbell
(AllHipHop News) Rapper Skepta has reportedly enjoyed a string of secret dates with Naomi Campbell. The British supermodel and grime artist were spotted enjoying each others company at lavish Paris Fashion Week: Men’s parties last Thursday and Friday. Naomi and Skepta, whose real name is Joseph Junior Adenuga, were introduced by mutual friends, and an […]

J Cole, Cardi B and A$AP Rocky To Headline WOO HAH! Hip-Hop Safari
(AllHipHop News) The organizers of the WOO HAH! Festival are offering rap and a unique hip-hop vacation. Organizers have announced the headliners for the annual festival, which will include performances by A$AP Rocky, Cardi B, Action Bronson and Smokepurpp. This July, the three-day WOO HAH! Festival will take over the Beekse Bergen Safari Park, where […]

Diddy Still Peeved ‘Nipplegate’ Overshadowed Super Bowl Performance
(AllHipHop News) Diddy is still peeved that Janet Jackson’s infamous ‘Nipplegate’ wardrobe malfunction completely overshadowed his performance at the Super Bowl. The 48-year-old rapper took to the stage alongside Nelly at the Super Bowl XXXVIII Halftime Show in 2004, with a performance he says took six months to prepare. However, the evening also saw the […]

Chinese Government Is Trying To Ban Hip-Hop and Tattoos From TV
(AllHipHop News) Government leaders in China are making moves to ban hip-hop music from television and radio airwaves. Authorities with the State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film, and Television of the People’s Republic of China are attempting to stop the spread of the genre and other forms of expression they have deemed vulgar. According […]

Cardi B Defends Fiance Over Homophobic Slur Drama
(AllHipHop News) Cardi B has jumped to defend her fiance Offset after he was nailed for his homophobic lyrics on YFN Lucci’s new track “Boss Life.” The Migos star has apologized for offending fans by rapping the line: “I cannot vibe with q#####,” insisting he wasn’t using the derogatory word as a slur, and now […]

Kodak Black Held Without Bond After Stolen Gun Found In Raid
(AllHipHop News) Kodak Black can forget about getting out of jail anytime soon. A judge in Miami has ordered the rapper to be held with no bond after his house was raided last week. Police caught wind of an Instagram video from January 12th, featuring Kodak Black flashing guns, and smoking marijuana around a young […]

A$AP Rocky Freestyles Over T-Pain’s Piano Performance
(AllHipHop News) The AWGE DVD Vol. 2 features a rare musical scene. A$AP Rocky took time to provide a freestyle over a piano performance by Auto-Tune pioneer T-Pain. Over 38 minutes, the Vol. 2 visuals also show moments with A$AP Mob, Lil Uzi Vert, Playboi Carti, Metro Boomin, YG, Chief Keef, Curren$y, and more. The A$AP-affiliated […]

Vince Staples Previews ‘Big Fish Theory’ Converse Collaboration
(AllHipHop News) Vince Staples took to Instagram to give a snapshot of his collaboration with Converse. The photos of the footwear appear to reflect the concept of his most recent album Big Fish Theory. “Don’t tap the glass,” wrote Staples in the pic’s caption. This is not the first time the Long Beach musician connected […]

Diddy Talks Squashing Beef With Drake, Feuding With 50 Cent & More
(AllHipHop News) Sean “Diddy” Combs has had his fair share of rivalries throughout his career. While playing “Plead The Fifth” on Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live, the Bad Boy founder discussed one recent feud that has ended and another that’s ongoing. Host Andy Cohen asked Diddy how he settled his highly publicized differences with Drake. […]

TDE Announces Tour Featuring Kendrick Lamar, SZA, ScHoolboy Q & More
(AllHipHop News) It was only a matter of time that all of the critically acclaimed talent of Top Dawg Entertainment would head out on the road together. Their first ever full label tour will begin this May. “TDE: The Championship Tour” will feature Kendrick Lamar, SZA, ScHoolboy Q, Jay Rock, Ab-Soul, SiR, Lance Skiiiwalker, and […]

J. Cole, DJ Khaled & Stormzy To Headline Wireless Festival 2018
(AllHipHop News) Rap will be properly represented at this year’s Wireless Festival in London. American artists J. Cole and DJ Khaled will be headlining two nights that weekend. British chart topper Stormzy will have a closing set on the other day. Other acts scheduled for Wireless 2018 include Migos, Rae Sremmurd, Rick Ross, Big Sean, […]

Quavo Talks Producing New Music With Kanye West
(AllHipHop News) There have been a lot of rumors circulating online about the next Kanye West album. One of those stories includes the G.O.O.D. Music founder supposedly teaming with longtime collaborator Kid Cudi for a “secret” project. Very few actual details about Ye’s upcoming full length are currently public, but Quavo recently talked about creating […]

Snoop Dogg Donates $10,000 To Colin Kaepernick’s $1 Million Pledge
(AllHipHop News) Colin Kaepernick is giving away the final $100,000 of his $1 million pledge. The money is going to organizations working to fight global oppression through education and social activism. Hip Hop legend Snoop Dogg is the latest celebrity to donate to the former NFL star’s cause. The California-raised entertainer matched Kaepernick’s $10,000 to […]

Fat Joe Announces New Tidal Podcast “Coca Vision”
(AllHipHop News) Fat Joe is joining Joe Budden and N.O.R.E as rappers that became podcast hosts. The “All The Way Up” performer debuts his six-episode series Coca Vision today (January 22). The show will feature a roundtable discussion led by Fat Joe. Guests such as Remy Ma, Swizz Beatz, The LOX and DJ Clark Kent […]

Young Thug Says Realtor Conspired To Sell Him A Crappy Mansion
(AllHipHop News) Rapper Young Thug has gone on the offensive over his Atlanta, Georgia mansion Thugger is in the middle of a lawsuit with Heritage Select Homes. The company sued Young Thug last year, claiming he hasn’t made payments on the 11,000 square-foot property and still owes them over $2 million for the house. According […]