This has been a historic week for Drake. The OVO Sound frontman publicly settled his issues with longtime frenemy Kanye West, and he achieved a […]
Author: Erika Becker
U.S. Attorney Releases Statement About R. Kelly Associate Receiving 8-Year Prison Sentence
On November 17, United States District Judge Ann M. Donnelly sentenced Michael Williams to 96 months in federal prison. Williams, an associate of R&B singer […]
RZA Announces Ol Dirty Bastard Biopic Is In The Works
Rap legend Ol’ Dirty Bastard would have turned 53 on Monday (Nov. 15). To mark the occasion, two of his children Young Dirty Bastard and […]
Fake Drake Claims He’s Getting $5000 Appearance Fees, Says Drake Approves
Images of a “Fake Drake” making appearances at events and taking pics with fans have made the rounds on social media. In recent weeks, internet […]
Tidal Introduces Free Tier & Direct To Artist Payouts
Tidal have revamped their payment model and subscription packages to include a free option for the first time ever. On Wednesday (Nov. 17) Tidal announced […]
R. Kelly Associate Sentenced To 8 Years In Prison For Torching Victim’s Car
An associate of R. Kelly received a sentence of 8 years in federal prison for attempting to intimidate one of Kelly’s victims by setting fire […]
Talib Kweli Calls Kanye West A “Poser” In Response To Backpacker Comments
Talib Kweli has responded once again to Kanye West’s “Drink Champs” interview calling him a “poser.” The “Get By” rapper took to Instagram sharing a […]
Hip-Hop Reacts to the Death of Young Dolph
The hip-hop community is deeply mourning the death of Young Dolph. On Wednesday (Nov. 17), Young Dolph was shot and killed in his hometown of […]
Young Dolph Shot and Killed at 36
UPDATE (Nov. 17): Memphis Police Chief Cerelyn "CJ" Davis has released a statement regarding the murder of Young Dolph in Memphis today. "This shooting is […]
New York Senators Introduce Bill To Limit Use Of Rap Lyrics In Criminal Trials
A new bill hopes to restrict the usage of rap lyrics in criminal trials. New York state senators Brad Hoylman and Jamaal Bailey are introducing […]