While fans patiently wait for a Black Hippy album, the TDE supergroup reunites in SiR’S video for “John Redcorn.” The animated clip, directed by Russell and Dominic Polcino, opens with Jay Rock, Kendrick Lamar, Ab-Soul, and ScHoolboy Q standing together in a scene reminiscent of “King of the Hill.” From there, a brokenhearted SiR shares… Read More
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Drake Thanks Frontline Workers During ‘Stronger Together’ Special
Drake is showing his gratitude. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the “Toosie Slide” rapper made a special appearance during Canada’s “Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble” special on Sunday. Checking in from his mansion in Toronto, Drake closed out the benefit with a heartfelt message to the everyday heroes on the front lines of the… Read More
Lil Wayne Drops Extended Video for ‘Piano Trap’ and ‘Not Me’
After launching Young Money Radio on Friday, Lil Wayne delivers an extended video for “Piano Trap” and “Not Me” off his Funeral album. Directed by Ricky x Willis, the thrilling clip showcases Weezy’s love for skateboarding and features the Young Money boss landing stunts at the skatepark. It opens with a warning sign from the… Read More
DaBaby’s ‘Blame It On Baby’ Debuts at No. 1
DaBaby is back on top. The North Carolina debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with Blame It On Baby. His sophomore set, which features appearances from Future, Roddy Ricch, and Megan Thee Stallion, earned 124,000 equivalent album units in the U.S. in its first week. This marks his second No. 1 following KIRK,… Read More
French Montana Says He Has ‘No Beef’ with Young Thug
French Montana ain’t worried about nothin’. After going back and forth with Young Thug on social media following his comments about Kendrick Lamar, the “Unforgettable” rapper is moving on. Speaking with Fat Joe’s “Joprah Show” on Instagram Live, Montana said he “ain’t got no beef” with Thugger. “I want the people to know, all I… Read More
Scarface Placed on Dialysis While Battling Coronavirus
Scarface’s battle with coronavirus nearly killed him. The Geto Boys legend is revealing that he suffered kidney failure and had to be placed on dialysis as a result of complications from COVID-19. While speaking with his fellow Geto Boy Willie D in a Zoom video, the 49-year-old rapper shared an update on his health. After… Read More
Diddy Teases ‘Verzuz’ Battle with Dr. Dre
Hip-hop fans’ dreams could be coming true. Diddy and Dr. Dre may be facing off during an epic “Verzuz” battle. While speaking with Fat Joe on Instagram Live Friday, the Bad Boy mogul said talks are underway for a potential matchup between the music titans. “Yeah, we talkin’ about it,” he told an excited Joe…. Read More
Lil Wayne Taps Tory Lanez, Jessie Reyez for ‘Funeral’ Deluxe
Lil Wayne is bringing the Funeral back to life. On Friday, the Young Money boss took over Apple Music’s Beats 1 for the first episode of his new show Young Money Radio. During the live broadcast from his Miami mansion, he welcomed special guests from the music and sports worlds, and even announced a deluxe… Read More
Lil Uzi Vert Drops New Song ‘Sasuke’
Lil Uzi Vert is back with another one. After much teasing and trolling on social media, Lil Uzi Vert surprised fans on Friday with his brand new song “Sasuke.” The track, produced by Outtatown, Brandon Finessin, and Oogie Mane, was inspired by Sasuke Uchiha, a polarizing character in the popular anime/manga franchise Naruto. “This is… Read More
Kanye West Is Officially a Billionaire
Kanye West is a billionaire, and he wants the world to know. After months of requests, the hip-hop superstar shared his financial records with Forbes. “There’s only one number that West cares about. A billion, as in dollars. And he cares a lot,” writes the magazine. Kanye was featured on the cover of Forbes last… Read More