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Meyhem Lauren X DJ Muggs And Madlib Drop New Visuals For “African Pompano”

By Sha Be Allah / April 13, 2023

Born and raised in Queens, NY, Meyhem Lauren has long been one of the culture’s most reliable brands; built from...

Tech Exec Arrested For Murder Of Cash App Founder Bob Lee

By Sha Be Allah / April 13, 2023

According to confirmed reports, authorities have arrested Nima Momeni, an IT tech company owner, for the stabbing death of CashApp...

Chris Brown’s Producer Roccstar Holds Home Invader at Gunpoint Until Arrest

By Sha Be Allah / April 13, 2023

Several reports have confirmed that Leon Youngblood Jr., better known as the producer "Roccstar", turned the tables on a would-be...

Today in Hip-Hop History: Mobb Deep’s Debut Album ‘Juvenile Hell’ Turns 30 Years Old!

By Sha Be Allah / April 13, 2023

Juvenile Hell was the first album by duo Mobb Deep that paved the path for many other East Coast rappers...

JAY-Z To Perform at Louis Vuitton Concert in Paris Commemorating Basquiat and Warhol

By Sha Be Allah / April 12, 2023

Several reports have confirmed that Jay-Z will perform in Paris at Louis Vuitton's concert to recognize the cultural influence of...

[WATCH] Snoop Dogg Says He Didn’t Like 2Pac’s Biggie Smalls Diss Track “Hit ‘Em Up”

By Sha Be Allah / April 12, 2023

In an exclusive interview with Big Boy for the Untold Stories of Snoop Dogg, the Doggfather himself delved into the...

Quavo Says He’s Open To Making Gospel Album After ‘Praise This’ Movie Role

By Sha Be Allah / April 12, 2023

According to a recent interview with Vibe Magazine, Migos' Quavo said that following his role in the new film Praise...

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Today In Hip Hop History: Dr. Dre Released “Deep Cover” Single, Introduced Snoop Doggy Dogg 31 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

April 9, 2023

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On this date in 1992, Dr. Dre took the first step in his successful solo journey and released this single 31 years ago today On April 9th, 1992, the premiere single from the silver screen blockbuster Deep C... Read Article

Tekashi 6ix9ine’s Alleged Attackers Released From Jail

Sha Be Allah

April 8, 2023

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According t several reports, the father and son who was allegedly recorded beating and robbing disgraced Brooklyn rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine have been released from jail. 43-year-old Rafael Medina Jr. and his 2... Read Article

Happy Heavenly Birthday To “The Human Orchestra” Biz Markie! (R.I.P.)

Sha Be Allah

April 8, 2023

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On this day in Hip Hop history, Biz Markie (real name Marcel Theo Hall), one of the most respected and successful DJs in Hip Hop, was born. Growing up in Harlem, New York, The Biz has been moving the crow... Read Article

Today In Hip Hop History: DJ Jazzy Jeff And The Fresh Prince’s Debut Album ‘Rock The House’ Turns 35 Years Old!

Sha Be Allah

April 7, 2023

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On this date in 1987, Philly's most celebrated Hip Hop duo released their first album. Famed rapper and actor Will Smith, also known as "The Fresh Prince" and his hilarious on-and-off-screen partner Jeff To... Read Article

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Today In Hip Hop History: Das EFX Dropped Their Debut Album ‘Dead Serious’ 31 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

April 7, 2023

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A couple of dreadheaded backpackers made stuttering rhymes chic when Krayz Drayz and Skoob came together and dropped their Dead Serious album April 7, 1992. Released on the East/West imprint and recorded in... Read Article

Rakim Kicks Off Salaam Remi’s “Midnight At MuseZeum” Concert Series In Miami

Sha Be Allah

April 6, 2023

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A historic concert series curated by Grammy award-winning producer Salaam Remi, will open with an exclusive performance by Hip Hop legend Rakim on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at Miami Beach Bandshell in Miami, FL... Read Article

Heroin Dealer Who Sold Drugs to Michael K. Williams Pleads Guilty

Sha Be Allah

April 6, 2023

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According to several confirmed reports, the dealer who sold the fatal dose of the drug to The Wire actor Michael K. Williams has pleaded guilty to a narcotics conspiracy charge. Irvin "Green Eyes" Cartagen... Read Article

Future and His Freewishes Foundation Host Easter “Eggstravangaza”

Sha Be Allah

April 6, 2023

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On Saturday (April 8), the Foundation will host the spectacular event at Butler Park next to MLK Aquatic Center. The event will include games, food, face painting, balloon art, pictures with the Easter Bunny,... Read Article

Today in Hip Hop History: Nas Released His Third LP ‘I Am’ 24 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

April 6, 2023

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Released by Columbia Records, Nas' third album, I Am, debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album sold 470,000 copies in its first week and was certified double platinum in the United States. The album... Read Article

Celebs is Mendeecees Harris Getting Out of Jail Earlier

[WATCH] Mendeecees Admits To Putting His Mom up for Collateral in Drug Deal

Sha Be Allah

April 5, 2023

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On the last episode of Club Shay Shay, cultural critic Shannon Sharpe interviewed Love And Hip Hop star Mendeecees Harris, who spoke very openly about his days as a drug trafficker. Harris told a shocking s... Read Article

Maxo Kream Turns Himself in Over 2016 Rico Case

Sha Be Allah

April 5, 2023

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According to several confirmed reports, Texas rapper Maxo Cream has turned himself into authorities over a 2016 RICO case, citing that he wouldn't "break". Kream, whose real name is Emekwanem Ogugua Biosah ... Read Article

Pharrell Williams Non Profit Free Private Schooling

Happy 50th Birthday To Pharrell Williams!

Sha Be Allah

April 5, 2023

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On this day in 1973, the seemingly ageless producer, singer, rapper, author, designer, creative director, and label head Pharrell Williams was born 48 years ago. His music has touched the hearts and minds of l... Read Article

Leonardo Dicaprio Testifies for Prosecution in Pras Michel’s Conspiracy Trial

Sha Be Allah

April 4, 2023

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Famed actor Leonardo DiCaprio took the stand and testified against The Fugees member Pras Michel who is accused of participating in a global campaign-finance conspiracy. Michel is on trial by himself, but ... Read Article

Today in Hip-Hop History: Nike Dropped Air Yeezys in Retail Stores 14 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

April 4, 2023

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On this date in 2009, "Yeezy, Yeezy Yeezy just jumped over Jumpman." The above line comes from music and fashion mogul Kanye West's "Facts" track from his The Life Of Pablo LP, which was actually released i... Read Article

Tupac’s Sister Calls The Donald Trump Comparison To Her Brother “Blasphemous”

Sha Be Allah

April 4, 2023

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Earlier this week, Donald Trump's attorney Alina Habba shockingly compared the Former President to late pop icon Tupac Shakur, but the "Thug Life" figure's younger sister says that the comparison and absurd. ... Read Article

[WATCH] Daz Dillinger Says He Had to “Strongarm” Suge Knight To Get $2.3M Check

Sha Be Allah

April 4, 2023

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West Coast producer and legendary Dogg Pound member Daz Dillinger spoke candidly during an interview for Homegrown Radio when Daz claimed that he once had to "strong arm" former Death Row Records CEO Suge Knig... Read Article

Donald Trump Hints at Possible 2024 Presidential Run

Former President Donald Trump Arrested In NYC While Awaiting Arraignment

Sha Be Allah

April 4, 2023

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Several reports have confirmed that Former President Donald Trump has been taken into custody at the City of New York Criminal Court prior to his arraignment on more than 30 criminal charges related to busines... Read Article

Today in Hip Hop History: Run-D.M.C. Gets Inducted Into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 14 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

April 4, 2023

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On April 4, 2009, Run-D.M.C. became the second rap group to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, after Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five who were inducted in 2007. This honor came well deserve... Read Article

Today in Hip Hop History: Big Pun’s Posthumous Sophomore LP ‘Yeeeah Baby’ Dropped 23 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

April 4, 2023

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On this day in 2000, the first posthumous L.P. to be released by the first "Latin to go platinum" entitled Yeeeah Baby was released on the Loud/Terror Squad imprint. Christopher "Big Pun" Rios passed away j... Read Article

Here Comes the Judge: Meet Ural D. Glanville, the Judge in Charge of the Young Thug/YSL Case

Potential Juror in YSL Case Sentenced to Three Days in Jail For Filming in Courtroom

Shawn Grant

April 4, 2023

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A prospective juror in the YSL Rico case has been sentenced to three days in jail. She was caught recording court proceedings on her cell phone. The woman, Juror 1004, was arrested and walked out of the cou... Read Article