Hip hop
Hip Hop Icon DJ Kay Slay Dies After Months-Long COVID Battle
Born Keith Grayson, the hip hop legend was also known as "The Drama King" and "Hip Hop's One-Man Ministry of Insults."
Lil Nas X Returns to Instagram After Three Months To Warm Welcome Back
In true Lil Nas X fashion, the last picture of his massive Instagram post signalling his return to the platform is a self-deprecating Squidward meme.
Kanye West Calls It 'Big Win' That 'Donda 2' Is Ineligible for Album Charts
"Big win for the kid. We can no longer be counted or judged," Kanye West wrote. "We won we won we won we won."
Puerto Rican Rapper Ankhal Seriously Injured in Shooting While in Car
Ankhal was reportedly shot multiple times Tuesday night in Puerto Rico and rushed into surgery.
How Much Dr Dre's Net Worth Is as He Prepares for Super Bowl Performance
Dr. Dre, who will be performing at the 2022 Super Bowl Halftime Show, began his career with N.W.A before becoming a solo musician and business owner.
Here's Who NBA YoungBoy Is and Why His Home Was Raided by SWAT Team—Report
Three men were arrested and multiple firearms were seized at the rapper's home on Tuesday, the Harris County Sheriff's Office confirmed to Newsweek.
Friends and Fans Remember Mac Miller On Late Rapper's 30th Birthday
Two days after the second anniversary of Miller's posthumous album "Circles," the internet came together to commemorate the late rapper's milestone birthday.
Tributes Paid to Sad Frosty, Houston Rapper, Dead at 24
The rapper's death has shocked the hip hop community as many shared tributes and condolences.
Travis Scott Loses Cacti Brand as Astroworld Taints Sponsorships
"After careful evaluation, we have decided to stop all production and brand development of CACTI Agave Spiked Seltzer," AB InBev said.
Greg Tate Tributes Paid to Music Writer and Critic After His Death Aged 64
Greg Tate's career of uplifting Black artistry and influence is being celebrated following his untimely death.
Young Dolph's Family Shares Pain of Losing Rapper After His Death Aged 36
The Memphis rapper, who had two children, was shot dead at a cookie shop in the city on November 17.
'Gorilla Glue Girl' Who Went Viral for Hair Debacle Debuts New Song
Tessica Brown said she wants to use this single to reclaim her voice after remixes were made of her viral video from February.
Young Dolph's Partner Asks How to Tell Kids 'Daddy Is Never Coming Home'
The late rapper's longtime partner expressed her grief on Instagram."God give me strength...Adolph I love you with all my heart and soul," she wrote.
Drake and Kanye West Feud Ends As Photos, Videos of Two Go Viral
West—who has officially changed his name to Ye—visited his rival at his home in Toronto.
DaBaby Facing Backlash for Calling Cops on the Mother of His Child
The rapper appeared on Instagram Live on Sunday where he recorded DaniLeigh feeding their three-month-old baby while asking her to leave his home.
Clips of Lil Pump, ASAP Rocky, Kendrick Lamar Pausing Shows Go Viral
The deadly crush at AstroWorld has started a conversation about large audiences and the responsibility that performers have to the fans who attend their shows.
Videos Show Fans Chanting 'Stop the Show' at Deadly Astroworld Music Fest
"Saw unconscious bodies being DRAGGED out of the mosh pits while the show continued. Horrifying and heartbreaking," a person tweeted.
Every Rapper Name-Dropped by Yung Miami on 'Rap Freaks'
Yung Miami released the video for her raunchy track "Rap Freaks" on Friday—and a host of stars were mentioned in her fantasy list.
Super Bowl LVI Halftime Lineup Announced, Dr. Dre and Snoop Among Artists
Dr. Dre has called performing at the 2022 Super Bowl halftime show "one of the biggest thrills of my career."
The Fugees Back Together on Reunion Tour Despite Long History of Turmoil
Years of inflammatory statements in the press haven't stopped the hip-hop group from reforming for a tour commemorating the 25th anniversary of "The Score".
Diddy's Jermaine Dupri 'Verzuz' Snub Sparks Wave of Jokes
The 51-year-old rapper and music executive said Dr. Dre was the only person he would ever take on in a battle challenge.
Drake's New Track 'Girls Want Girls' Divides Fans
One track on "Certified Lover Boy" that is standing out so far is "Girls Want Girls", featuring Lil Baby.
All the Songs on Drake's New Album 'Certified Lover Boy'
After multiple delays, Canadian rapper Drake has finally released his sixth studio album, "Certified Lover Boy."
Drake Fans Lose It Over Ayesha Curry Name Drop on 'Certified Lover Boy'
Ayesha Curry, the wife of NBA star Steph Curry is mentioned in the song "Race My Mind."
Drake's 'Certified Lover Boy' Sparks Wave of Jokes, Memes About Kanye West
Like "Donda," "Certified Lover Boy" sees Drake collaborate with several high-profile artists, including noted West collaborator, Jay-Z.
All the References to Kanye West and Kim Kardashian's Marriage on 'Donda'
Kanye West has finally released 'Donda', but as Kim Kardashian wore a bridal gown at one listening party, what are the albums references to their relationship?
Soulja Boy and Chris Brown Furious That Kanye West Cut Them From 'Donda'
"Donda" is finally here but two artists who were thought to be involved have expressed their anger at being cut.
Nelly's 'Heartland': Every Country Music Artist Collab on the New Album
Nelly is taking his music in a different direction and has revealed which country music artists feature on his upcoming album 'Heartland.'
Police Video Shows Chase, Arrest of Rapper Paper Lovee, a Shooting Suspect
The Atlanta rapper was wanted for a May altercation that left one victim with several gunshot wounds.
Kanye West Fans Want Him to Get Back With Ex Amber Rose
The fan reaction comes as Amber Rose is making headlines August 19, amid claims her boyfriend Alexander "AE" Edwards cheated on her with at least 12 women.