Greg Tate, “Godfather Of Hip Hop Journalism,” Passes Away
Celebrated writer Greg Tate, who was known as the “Godfather of Hip Hop journalism,” passed away at the age of 64.
LL Cool J Gets His Own Statue In Queens’ Corona Park
Sherwin Banfield created a sculpture of LL Cool J that will be on display at Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens through November 2022.
LL Cool J Hosts 2021 National Christmas Tree Lighting
LL Cool J will be the host of the 2021 National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, which is scheduled to air on CBS on December 5.
Ice-T, Lil Yachty And Others Stunned, But Not Surprised Over Kyle Rittenhouse Verdict
A variety of celebrities are still speaking out after the shocking acquittal of teen vigilante, Kyle Rittenhouse.
Chuck D Defends Travis Scott, Blames Live Nation For Astroworld Tragedy
In an open letter, Public Enemy’s Chuck D defended Travis Scott and blamed Live Nation for the Astroworld Festival tragedy.
Will Smith Talks Wanting To Do A ‘Verzuz’ Battle With LL Cool J
Who takes the W in that potential musical clash?
Ice-T’s Manager Mick Benzo Jumps On The Mic For “Bring That Party Back”
Mickey Bentson aka Mick Benzo is known for managing the likes of Ice-T and now an artist that wants to “Bring That Party Back.”
Run-DMC’s Darryl McDaniels Inks Deal With Nickelodeon & ViacomCBS
Darryl “DMC” McDaniels is partnering with Nickelodeon and ViacomCBS for exclusive apparel, a publishing deal and a voice acting gig.
Infamous Drug Dealer Alberto “Alpo” Martinez Reportedly Killed In Drive-By
According to reports one of hip-hop’s most infamous characters Alberto “Alpo” Martinez was shot and killed in Harlem earlier this morning!
Jay-Z Moved To Tears As Hip-Hop Takes Over Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame
Rap music was front and center last night in Cleveland Ohio, where Jay-Z and LL Cool J were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame!
Ice Cube Out Of ‘Oh Hell No’ Movie After Declining COVID-19 Vaccine
Ice Cube was supposed to star in the Sony comedy alongside Jack Black but exited the film after producers asked him to get vaccinated.
Prince Could Get Posthumous Congressional Gold Medal Thanks To Senator Amy Klobuchar And Rep. Ilhan Omar
Late singer Prince is up for a Congressional Gold Medal thanks to two controversial politicians – Senator Amy Klobuchar and “Squad” member Rep. Ilhan Omar!
Hip-Hop Veteran Luke Campbell Gets His Own Football Field
Luther Campbell, aka Uncle Luke is getting his just due for his philanthropic works in Liberty City. Now he has his own football field!
This Is How The KRS-One Verzuz Big Daddy Kane Will Be Different!
KRS-One and Big Daddy Kane are going to do this Verzuz battle a bit different that the others in order to keep it 100% Hip-Hop!!
Pictures: Hip-Hop Museum Of DC Honors Greats Like Rakim, Nice & Smooth, Pete Rock, Kool Moe Dee, Kid Capri, And More
Rakim, Nice & Smooth, Pete Rock, Kool Moe Dee, Kid Capri and others were honored by The Hip Hop Museum of Washington DC!
Michael Jackson’s Son Prince Denies Drake Is On His Dad’s Level
Michael Jackson’s son Prince had some words for people comparing Canadian rapper Drake to his dad, The King of Pop!
Smooth B Discusses Being Inducted Into The Hip-Hop Museum in DC, How Bobby Brown Launched His Career, The Origins Of Nice & Smooth, And More
Smooth B of the legendary rap group Nice & Smooth drops into The Library With Tim to talk about why he chose to become a rapper, helping to launch Bobby Brown’s career, forming Nice & Smooth and more!
More Medical Issues Delay Wendy Williams Return To TV – Again
Wendy Williams is still dealing with an unknown ailment, which is caused another delay in her return to daytime TV!
Eddie Murphy Inks Brand New Movie Deal With Amazon
Veteran comedian/actor Eddie Murphy is shaking up Hollywood again, with a brand new, three-picture deal with Amazon Studios!
Melvin Van Peebles, Godfather Of Black Cinema, Dead At 89
RIP to one of the most vanguard filmmakers in history…Melvin Van Peebles, who passed away at the of 89!
