Happy 56th Birthday To N.W.A./Ruthless Records Founder Eazy-E! (RIP)

Natalia Privalova Sep 7, 2020

Despite the fact that the Hip Hop community lost this giant in the game over two decades ago, the legacy of Eazy-E will always be seen, heard and celebrated by the culture of Hip Hop. Eazy-E was born Eric Lynn Wright on this date in 1964 in Compton, California. As most of his gang-infested Compton neighborhood, Eazy adopted the street life and began a career in selling drugs in the early 80s. Wright earned as much as $250K selling drugs, but quickly reinvested his street profits into the music business,…

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6ix9ine Drops ‘TUTU’ Video Starring Blac Chyna

Natalia Privalova Sep 5, 2020

6ix9ine celebrates the release of his new album TattleTales by dropping a video for “TUTU.” The rapper calls on Blac Chyna for the eye-popping visual, which racked up tens of millions of views within hours of its release. 6ix9ine invites fans to the carnival in the colorful clip, where he plays a jester with his signature rainbow hair. He wields a flame thrower while pouring sprinkles on a naked Blac Chyna and does the money dance alongside his girlfriend Jade. And in typical Tekashi fashion, he can’t resist taking shots…

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Kendrick Lamar Shoots New Music Video

Natalia Privalova Sep 3, 2020

Kendrick Lamar may be readying his return. While fans patiently await new music from the Compton kingpin, he was spotted shooting a new music video in downtown Los Angeles on Tuesday (Sept. 1). In the photo, which was published on PEOPLE, Kendrick can be seen wearing a white crewneck sweatshirt, shorts, and black Converse Chuck Taylors while talking on a payphone and seated on a crate. It’s unclear what he was filming, but it could be a sign that new music is on the way. In May, TDE CEO Anthony…

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YG Announces New Album ‘My Life 4Hunnid’

Natalia Privalova Sep 1, 2020

YG is living that 4Hunnid Life. The Compton rapper has officially announced his fifth studio album My Life 4Hunnid. Previously titled Laugh Now Kry Later!, the project will arrive Oct. 2 via Def Jam. Alongside the announcement, he dropped the video for his strip club-ready slapper “Equinox” featuring his 4Hunnid signee Day Sulan, who was featured on “Her Story.” In the NSFW clip, YG lets the liquor flow as he throws a wild house party with a bevy of twerking models. Prior to “Equinox,” YG dropped a series of tracks…

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Big Sean Previews Lil Wayne Collaboration ‘Don Life’

Natalia Privalova Aug 30, 2020

With a week until Detroit 2 arrives, Big Sean is giving fans a taste of new music. The Detroit rapper shared a preview of the video for “Don Life,” his collaboration with Lil Wayne, which he calls one of his favorites off the album. In the black-and-white clip, Sean reps his city while rapping over a sample of Michael Jackson’s “Human Nature.” “I’m the bar, my weight up / You can’t press me / Legendary my ancestry / Ooh, I’m devoted and hated,” he spits while surrounded by his crew.…

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Lil Reese Takes Shots at 6ix9ine and His Girlfriend

Natalia Privalova Aug 30, 2020

Earlier this week, 6ix9ine reignited the feud when he visited Chicago and shared video of himself walking down the street while announcing a release date for his new album TattleTales. At one point, he pours out liquor from a bottle while paying “respect to all the fallen soldiers.” Someone off camera laughs and tells him to keep pouring because “a lot” of people died. Reese, who has criticized Tekashi in the past, responded in the comments after seeing 6ix9ine in his hometown. “I heard you just tried to sneak on…

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Diddy, Cardi B, Big Sean, & SZA Pay Tribute to Chadwick Boseman

Natalia Privalova Aug 30, 2020

Chadwick Boseman, known for his role in Marvel’s Black Panther, died on Friday after a four-year battle with cancer. The actor, who was diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer in 2016 before it progressed to Stage 4, died at home with his wife and family, according to a statement posted on his Twitter account. He was 43 years old. “A true fighter, Chadwick persevered through it all, and brought you so many of the films you have come to love so much,” the statement said. “From Marshall to Da 5…

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Cardi B’s ‘Invasion of Privacy’ Becomes Longest-Charting Album By a Female Rapper

Natalia Privalova Aug 26, 2020

The rapper has earned another milestone with her debut Invasion of Privacy. The Grammy-winning album, which was released in April 2018, has become the longest-charting album by a female rapper in the history of the Billboard 200. A grateful Cardi reposted the stat while reacting to the news. “It feels very good!” she told fans. “Thank you guys for still supporting and listening to invasion of privacy.” The title was previously held by Nicki Minaj, whose 2014 album The Pinkprint spent 123 weeks on the Billboard 200. Invasion of Privacy…

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Aaliyah’s music may finally be coming to streaming services

Natalia Privalova Aug 26, 2020

On the 19th anniversary of her death on Tuesday, the late singer’s official Twitter account made a surprise announcement that fans have been anticipating for years. The Estate of Aaliyah Haughton is in discussions with record labels about finally making her catalog available to stream. “We are excited to announce that communication has commenced between the estate and various record labels about the status of Aaliyah’s music catalogue, as well as its availability on streaming platforms in the near future,” read the message. While there’s no timeline, this is a…

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Drake Drops New Single ‘Laugh Now Cry Later’ with Lil Durk

Natalia Privalova Aug 18, 2020

Drake is ready for his victory lap, baby. After teasing a surprise drop, the 6 God unleashes his new single “Laugh Now Cry Later” featuring Lil Durk. On the triumphant track, Drizzy snaps while leaving the beef in the past. In the Dave Meyers-directed video, which was shot at the Nike World Headquarters in Beaverton, Oregon, Drake plays basketball and football and goes on a shopping spree at the Nike Company Store. The star-studded clip features cameos from the biggest names in sports including Kevin Durant, Odell Beckham Jr., and…

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Rick Ross says he’ll clear ‘BMF’ for use in 50 Cent show if rapper promotes his chicken wings

Natalia Privalova Aug 12, 2020

Rick Ross has agreed to clear one of his tracks for use on 50 Cent‘s upcoming Black Mafia Family crime series – on one unusual condition. 50 recently indicated that Ross’ 2010 song ‘BMF’ was an essential inclusion in the show, saying: “At some point, I think that has to play in the BMF series.” Speaking to Billboard, Ross said he would make it happen as long as 50 did some promotion for him. “That’s most definitely a discussion I’ma have to have,” Ross said. “But him reaching out, I’ma…

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CeeLo Green Blasts Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, & Megan Thee Stallion for ‘Shameless’ Music

Natalia Privalova Aug 12, 2020

CeeLo Green is putting some of rap’s leading ladies on blast. While reflecting on his love for old pop music in an interview with Far Out magazine, the soul crooner voiced his disapproval over the “shameless” and “desperate” content in music today and questioned the morality of female rappers including Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, and Megan Thee Stallion. “A lot of music today is very unfortunate and disappointing on a personal and moral level,” he said. “There was once a time when we were savvy enough to code certain things.…

ONYX GLOBAL, THE EDTECH SPECIALISTS AHEAD OF THE CURVE

Natalia Privalova Aug 8, 2020

Education is key in the development of society, and with the world’s first online education 3.0 learning academy, Onyx Global is sparking change. Christopher Kelly, Founder and CEO of the USA based Edtech startup Onyx Global, is a doctoral-level learning expert and lifelong learning generalist who has taken innovation to another level. With the intention of using his knowledge to craft a project that can enhance the learning capabilities and efficiency of his students, he created what is now known as the first education 3.0 learning academy: Onyx Learner Academy…

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Juice WRLD’s ‘Legends Never Die’ tops the U.S. album chart

Natalia Privalova Jul 27, 2020

July 27 - Rapper Juice WRLD's Legends Never Die is the No. 1 album in the United States. Legends Never Die is the third studio album by American rapper Juice Wrld, released posthumously following his death on December 8, 2019. It was released on July 10, 2020, through Grade A Productions and Interscope Records. The album features guest appearances from Trippie Redd, Marshmello, Polo G, The Kid Laroi, and Halsey. Legends Never Die was met with generally positive reviews. At Metacritic, the album received an average score of 76, based…

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Joe Budden Apologizes To Logic

Natalia Privalova Jul 27, 2020

Last week, Joe Budden was feeling particularly cantankerous and spent a few minutes reaming Logic on his podcast -- going so far as to belittle Bobby Tarantino's retirement, writing it off as a non-event. And while the generally pacifistic Logic never responded, it's clear that Joe has been nursing regrets about his scathing tone. In fact, during The Joe Budden Podcast's most recent episode, the former Slaughterhouse emcee took a moment to show humility and issue a sincere apology to Logic. John Lamparski/Getty Images "Logic I'm sorry man," says Joe,…

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Nike LeBron 17 Low “Triple-Black” Coming Soon

Natalia Privalova Jul 27, 2020

LeBron James has had his very own signature sneaker line with Nike ever since he came into the league all the way back in 2003. This season, James introduced the LeBron 17 to rave reviews, as fans and ballplayers were impressed with both the aesthetics and the performance capabilities. While the shoe originally dropped as a mid-top, LeBron and Nike decided to come through with a low top offering that has dropped in numerous colorways thus far. The latest Nike LeBron 17 Low colorway to be shown off is this…

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50 Cent Announces Netflix Deal

Natalia Privalova Jul 27, 2020

50 Cent is coming to Netflix. The rap mogul has announced that he’s bringing his TV empire to the streaming service. On Monday, he shared a photo of the Netflix logo while teasing the partnership. “Coming soon! ?I mean i’m coming wait a minute! you already know, #1 STARZ POWER, #1 ABC FORLIFE now what you want to Bet i do it again at ?NetFlix,” he captioned his post. Not many details are known about the deal, but 50 has already proven himself as a power player in television. This…

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Megan Thee Stallion says she was shot, expects to recover

Natalia Privalova Jul 18, 2020

LOS ANGELES — Rapper Megan Thee Stallion said Wednesday that she was shot multiple times on Sunday, but expects to fully recover. “I suffered gunshot wounds, as a result of a crime that was committed against me and done with the intention to physically harm me,” the 25-year-old Texan whose legal name is Megan Pete wrote in an Instagram post, without saying who shot her or why. “I’m incredibly grateful to be alive and that I’m expected to make a full recovery.” Rapper Tory Lanez, who was with Pete that…

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Jay-Z, other celebs ask feds to probe student’s 2010 killing

Natalia Privalova Jul 18, 2020

FILE - In this April 21, 2011, file photo, Thulani DeMarsay, right, aunt of Danroy "DJ" Henry Jr., who was shot and killed by a police officer, speaks as Henry's uncle Jamele Dozier, left, holds a photograph of Henry during a news conference in Boston's Roxbury neighborhood. Celebrities including Rihanna, Jay-Z and Charlize Theron have called for the U.S. Department of Justice in July 2020, to investigate the case of Henry, a black Pace University football player killed by a white police officer in New York after the team's homecoming…

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Rapper Kanye West files for Oklahoma presidential ballot

Natalia Privalova Jul 18, 2020

OKLAHOMA CITY — Rap superstar Kanye West has qualified to appear on Oklahoma’s presidential ballot, the first state where he met the requirements before the filing deadline. But confusion remains over whether he’s actually running. A representative for West filed the necessary paperwork and paid the $35,000 filing Wednesday afternoon, which was the deadline for a spot on the state’s Nov. 3 presidential ballot, said Oklahoma Board of Elections spokeswoman Misha Mohr. He was one of three independent presidential candidates to pay the filing fee prior to the deadline, she…