Paul Natkin/Getty Images LL COOL J exploded on the scene in the early 1980s rocking a dookie gold chain, Kangol bucket hat and matching Fila jumpsuit. Songs such as “I’m Bad,” “Radio” and “Mama Said Knock You Out” eventually made the Def Jam Recordings legend a household name before television solidified his reputation as the versatile […]

With rumors of a comeback project swirling, Lloyd Banks confirms that a new Benny The Butcher collaboration is on the way. Lloyd Banks is up to something. That much is clear. For starters, the Punchline King has been hard at work in the studio, having recently teased an upcoming track that left his fans eager for some new music from the New […]

Playboi Carti won’t be defined by labels. In his new cover story for Highsnobriety, the Atlanta rapper, 24, shared his thoughts on his sexuality, admitting that he’s always going to go against the grain. “If the world’s going right. I’m gonna go left. If your cross is straight, then I’m gonna put my sh*t upside down. If […]

Popular Demand is the second solo album by Black Milk, a rapper and hip hop producer from Detroit, Michigan. It was released on March 13, 2007, which may be a reference to Detroit’s area code, 313. The album features guest appearances from numerous Detroit-based artists, including Slum Village‘s current members T3 and Elzhi and former member Baatin as well as many of Slum Village’s close affiliates, most […]

Hip-hop stars and fashion industry mourn stylist Derek Khan Khan, who died aged 63, styled Mary J Blige and Salt-N-Pepa, forever changing the look associated with the genrePriya ElanThu 4 Mar 2021 03.00 EST Tributes have been paid to Derek Khan, the fashion stylist who invented the “ghetto fabulous” or “bling” look which merged haute couture […]

No one likes a sore loser, eh, Snoop Dogg? At least that’s what appeared to be the issue with the legendary rapper, who threw quite the tantrum when he found himself getting destroyed during a game of Madden NFL 21 during his Twitch live stream.null Down by 14 with no chance of a comeback in sight, […]

Photo Credit: Gary Miller/Getty Images Marvin Gaye’s family cited a 2019 GQ interview between Pharrell and Rick Rubin in the case. On February 12th, the long saga of the 2013 Robin Thicke track “Blurred Lines” finally came to an end. In a California court, United States District Court Judge John Kronstadt ruled that Pharrell Williams did not commit perjury […]

Rapper’s Delight by The Sugarhill Gang became the first Hip-Hop single to reach the Billboard Top 40 January 5, 1980

Trippie Redd, Tory Lanez, and G Herbo celebrate Lil Durk’s success with “The Voice.” Lil Durk pulled an unexpected move with the release of The Voice. After slowly unleashing new singles off of the project for the past few months, and heavily teasing the album, he finally dropped it off in its entirety just before Christmas. Literally, on Christmas Eve. […]

Drake Offers Some New Year’s Thoughts On “Self Work” Drake with some words of wisdom to kick your year off. It is January, all. It marks the beginning of the year but for fans of Drake, the countdown officially began for Certified Lover Boy. We’re inching towards the three-year mark since the release of Scorpion, an album that ushered in a new level […]

There are still no suspects. Rapping is a dangerous job. NBA Youngboy was targeted in a shooting in Florida prior to the Rolling Loud festival in 2019. The shooting left one man dead from the crossfire, 43-year-old Mohamad Jradi, as he was driving in the area. Several others were injured. NBA’s girlfriend at the time, Kay Marie, […]

Someone check on Lil Uzi Vert. Source: Samir Hussein / Getty We may have another star couple on our hands. The internets now have receipts on Rihanna and A$AP Rocky’s budding romance. As spotted on Hot New Hip Hop the two fashionistas we seen in Barbados looking super cozy. In several photos that have started circulating around the world wide web […]

FEDS REJECT KODAK BLACK’S REDUCED SENTENCE REQUEST According to a confirmed report, federal prosecutors have denied Kodak Black’s request for compassionate release, stating that he hasn’t presented a reason to be released early and that his motion failed to follow legal porcedure. “(Kodak Black) has not presented ‘extraordinary and compelling reasons’ supporting his request for release,” assistant […]

 C Flanigan/Getty Images Kendrick Lamar recently connected with a fan, prompting a wave of optimism that his new album will make 2021 a year to remember. It’s become almost parody to suggest that 2020 was, as a general whole, a shitshow of apocalyptic proportions. And yet, as the New Year officially kicks off, many have […]

Dreamville and Griselda appear ready to reconnect as J.I.D and Benny The Butcher tease a possible collaboration. The Griselda movement, as led by Westside Gunn, Conway The Machine, and Benny The Butcher, have become one of the most well-connected teams in modern-day hip-hop. Boasting affiliations with rap OGs like Nas, Method Man, and Raekwon, not to mention ties to Eminem’s […]

Lil Wayne is getting sued for a cool $20 million, at least, by one of his ex-managers. But the interesting caveat is that Tunechi allegedly sold his masters to the Universal Music Group for over $100M. That’s kind of a big deal, and it sounds like a steal. According to TMZ, The rapper stiffed Ronald Sweeney […]

Breakdancing, a street dance style rooted within the Black community, has been added to the 2024 Olympic games, The athletic style of urban dance was recognized by the International Olympic Committee on Monday, and will be featured at the 2024 Paris Games in an effot to attract younger vewers. The competing teams could win a medal, The Chicago […]

A lot of things have been coming out about Dr. Dre’s personal life ever since his estranged wife, Nicole Young, filed for divorce from the legendary music mogul Dre’s oldest daughter, 37-year-old LaTanya Young, recently opened up about her estranged relationship with her father to the Daily Mail. She stated that she hasn’t seen Dr. Dre […]

Image via Getty/ Shareif Ziyadat As 2020 comes to a close, year-end lists are in full effect. On Thursday, Jay-Z joined the fray, sharing his 2020 playlist via TIDAL, featuring songs from artists like Drake, Busta Rhymes, Jay Electronica, Pop Smoke, Burna Boy, and several others.https://d-17731425362531232431.ampproject.net/2011200012001/frame.html The TIDAL-exclusive collection of songs—appropriately dubbed “2020 Vision COVID 19″—looks to try and encapsulate the tumultuous […]

The “Holiday” rapper says they helped him be “where I am, comfortably.” In the summer of 2019, Lil Nas X decided to share his sexuality with the world. The rising, record-breaking star came forward to say that he is gay, and since that time, he has been supported by fans and teased by foes. Regardless, Lil Nas X lives his truth […]

LeBron James signs a 2-year, $85 million contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers. LeBron James is officially locked down for the next two seasons, signing an insanely wealthy new contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers. The King is back, announcing his new deal today, which was reported by The Athletic’s Shams Charania. The […]

This year, I feel like, is bigger than all of the other years, with people losing their jobs and all this type of crazy stuff,” Brown said. “I just like to be able to help in any way I can.” Mayor Jason Shelton proclaimed Nov. 24 “Slim Jxmmi Day” in the city of Tupelo. He […]

A Hip-Hop Pioneer Loses His Leg. The Optimism Remains After doctors amputated part of former Yo! MTV Raps host Andre “Doctor Dré” Brown’s leg, his family set up a GoFundMe to defray medical costs. Still, the trailblazer doesn’t want your pity Andre Brown was leaving his sister’s house on Memorial Day when he misjudged the location of […]