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Hip-Hop In the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Who’s In, And What’s Its Future?

Natalia Privalova Oct 16, 2019

When the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame formed in 1983, plenty of industry gate-keepers insisted hip-hop was merely a flash-in-the-pan trend. Even when the Hall began inducting rock n' roll icons in 1986, rap was still seen as a curiosity – there was only one album, Run-D.M.C.'s Raising Hell, that had gone platinum. Fast forward to 2007. Despite some myopic protests, the Rock Hall inducted Grandmaster Flash & the Furious Five, whose inventive DJ techniques and socio-political messaging elevated the genre to new creative heights in the '80s. Since…

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How the City Girls Powered Through JT’s Prison Stint: A Timeline

Natalia Privalova Oct 13, 2019

The City Girls were reunited this week when JT, born Jatavia Johnson, was released from jail after spending more than a year behind bars in a Florida prison on credit card fraud charges. She didn't waste any time in getting back to work, as she unleashed her "First Day Out" freestyle less than 24 hours after regaining her freedom on Wednesday (Oct. 9). Yung Miami did her part in holding down the duo while her partner was locked up, with the group's ascension toward stardom and the Billboard charts not…

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Five Rappers Removed From Rolling Loud at Request of Police

Natalia Privalova Oct 13, 2019

Organizers of Rolling Loud, a hip-hop festival taking place in New York this weekend, say they have dropped five rappers from the lineup at the request of police. The New York Times reports that the performers were removed from the Rolling Loud festival after a New York Police Department official sent the organizers a letter citing safety concerns if the rappers took the stage. The traveling Rolling Loud festival is taking place at Citi Field in Queens on Saturday and Sunday (Oct. 12 and 13) and includes major acts like…

Drake’s Dad Says Son’s Absentee Father Lyrics Are Lies, But Rapper Insists ‘Every Bar I Ever Spit Was the Truth’

Natalia Privalova Oct 9, 2019

Drake has responded to his father's claims that he exaggerated their strained relationship to sell more records. The 6 God took to his Instagram story on Tuesday (Oct. 8) to pen a note refuting what Dennis Graham had to say about his presence in his life during a recent interview with Nick Cannon on Power 106. "Woke up today so hurt, man. My father will say anything to anyone that's willing to listen to him," Drizzy wrote. "It's sad when family gets like this, but what can we really do?…

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Just in time for the start of NBA training camp to Hall Of Famers kick of the season with a Rap Battle

Natalia Privalova Oct 5, 2019

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q99Xkjp-j8Y Shaq drops a FIRE diss track on Damian Lillard who DESTROYS SHAQ in his Rap Response

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A hip-hop museum is opening in NYC

Natalia Privalova Oct 3, 2019

The New York City Universal Hip-hop Museum (UHHM) is slated to open in 2022 in the Bronx. Founded by Rocky Bucano, Kurtis Blow, Shawn LG Thomas, Grandwizzard Theodore, Mickey Bentson, and , Joe Conzo Jr. the museum “celebrates and preserves the history of local and global hip-hop music and culture to inspire, empower, and promote understanding,” according to the UHHM website. The museum backed by Kurtis Blow ( UHHM Chairman), Ice-T (member of the founding board of directors), and LL Cool J (cultural ambassador), will feature a recording studio, virtual…

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50 Snagging 6ix9ine Movie Rights …

Natalia Privalova Oct 3, 2019

50 Cent is allegedly trying to make a movie about Tekashi 6ix9ine and the Nine Trey Bloods -- to which Skinnyfromthe9 says ... stop playin'. We ran into the NYC rapper Tuesday in his hometown, and when we told him about Fiddy teasing his efforts to put together a Tekashi flick -- centered on all the snitching -- he seemed a little uneasy. But then, he got real ... and kinda craps on the idea of the movie.Skinny says there are people's lives that are literally being ruined by the…

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Mdna Ea introducing brand new single, “Poppin Shit”

Natalia Privalova Sep 30, 2019

Mdna Ea is an artist with a particular focus on creating a personal and distinctive blend of old-school rap and modern hip-hop, going for an edgy, and punchy approach. His sound is highly energetic, yet it does not skimp when it comes to melodies and appealing hooks. His most recent release is a stunning new single titled “Poppin Shit”, and it really feels like a huge step forward for this talented artist. The first thing you’ll notice is certainly the high quality of this production, in terms of sonic aesthetics.…

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Jimmy Lee Is Taking The World 1 “Dis Is” at a time.

Natalia Privalova Sep 24, 2019

Born Native of Spartanburg South Carolina On December 17th 1986, to the Parents of Julie Ann Fuller & Jimmy Lee Moss.His Study and Ear for Hip Hop, Rap, R&B, Jazz, Blues, and Gospel Since the very young age of 8 yrs. old. Overcoming Many Obstacles Prison, Poverty, adolescence etc.. Simply Put He Decided that for the better "Change was mandatory". In March 15 Of 2015 Jimmy, built a renowned musical relationship with the amazingly talented, Jarvis Hambrick (A.k.A Nycstro The Beatmaker). After 3 years of partnership and brotherhood, Nycstro and…

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Casanova’s #SoBrooklynChallenge Has Rappers and Fans Dropping Their Best BK Bars

Natalia Privalova Sep 17, 2019

https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=4&v=WtaetrEFww0 Casanova has social media going nuts with his #SoBrooklyn challenge that has already sparked over 5,000 posts. The new social media challenge was created as a result of his “So Brooklyn” single featuring Fabolous. To participate all you have to do is drop off your best bars over the instrumental and let the rest of the world know why Brooklyn is the best. Fans aren’t the only ones taking part in the challenge, Papoose, Memphis Bleek, Rob Markman and more have put on for BK. Check out the original…

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Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, Rapsody & More Stun At Rihanna’s 2019 Diamond Ball

Natalia Privalova Sep 14, 2019

New York, NY – Rihanna’s fifth annual Diamond Ball was slightly marred with pregnancy rumors (rumors that have since been shot down), but the cause was still a dynamic effort. The glitzy gala not only brought out Hip Hop’s elite couples such as Offset and Cardi B and Offset as well as Megan Thee Stallion and Moneybagg Yo, but supported the Clara Lionel Foundation, which looks to impact the life of children in a positive way. “I mean I’m really happy right now,” Rihanna told PEOPLE on the red carpet.…

Bubu Bambu: NY sensation

Natalia Privalova Sep 13, 2019

There are plenty of young, up and coming rappers coming out of New York. Bubu Bambu is a promising young talent from Yonkers, NY. DMX and The LOX are the most infamous who rep Yonkers but Bubu Bambu is beginning to stand out as another Yonkers artist to watch out for. He just dropped his first EP ‘Midnight” and we were exciting to hear what he’s been working on since dropping his track ‘Tumor (Ain’t You)’ which is where we first took notice. ‘Midnight’ is a smooth blend of hard…

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KXNG Crooked & Xzibit Discuss Hip Hop Standards & Eminem’s “8 Mile” On “Crook’s Corner”

Natalia Privalova Sep 1, 2019

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QFcfGZGWtsA Los Angeles, CA – Two West Coast MCs connected on the latest edition of HipHopDX’s Crook’s Corner series. KXNG Crooked sat down with Xzibit for an in-depth discussion about X to the Z’s career and much more. During the conversation, the Hip Hop veterans addressed how shifting dynamics in the music industry have affected the rap standards. Xzibit also shared some behind-the-scenes information about his role in Eminem’s film 8 Mile, opened up about his memorable run hosting MTV’s Pimp My Ride and looked back at his time on…

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Drake Sued Over “In My Feelings” and “Nice for What”

Natalia Privalova Aug 22, 2019

A man has sued Drake and Big Freedia, claiming the artists improperly sampled his work on the songs “In My Feelings” and “Nice for What,” TMZ reports. According to documents obtained by TMZ and Pitchfork, Samuel Nicholas III—who performs under the name Sam Skully—claims that Drake sampled his song “Roll Call” on “In My Feelings” without permission or payment. Nicholas also accuses Drake of stealing another beat for “Nice for What,” his collaboration with Big Freedia. He claims to have released the music in question in New Orleans in 2000.…

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50 Cent, Snoop Dogg & Trey Songz ‘Power’ Up New York City for Massive Season 6 Premiere

Natalia Privalova Aug 22, 2019

“Power” is entering its final season, but you would never know if you walked by Madison Square Garden in Manhattan on Tuesday night. Starz pulled out all the stops for its ratings powerhouse “Power,” throwing a massive premiere event, complete with a full-length concert at Madison Square Garden from Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and a plethora of his famous friends. The event marked the first-ever TV premiere to be held at MSG, giving Starz the bragging rights of hosting the biggest television premiere of all time. 50 Cent, executive producer…

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Everything to Know About A$AP Rocky’s Arrest and Detainment in Sweden

Natalia Privalova Aug 22, 2019

Following a month in Swedish jail, A$AP Rocky has been officially found guilty of assault stemming from an incident on June 30. The rapper’s arrest and subsequent prolonged detainment sparked international outrage and became the subject of foreign policy debate, with Donald Trump attempting to intervene. Ultimately, Rocky was released from jail prior to the verdict, and will not be required to serve any further time. The following is how the controversial case played out. On July 3, a Swedish court ruled that A$AP Rocky be held at a Stockholm…

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Russel Westbrook Jordan Why Not Zer0.1

Natalia Privalova Aug 2, 2019

Russel Westbrook’s first signature shoe is finally releasing this month. The reigning MVP officially releases his Jordan Why Not Zer0.1 in the first wave of colorways on January 15. A signature shoe has been quite overdue for the triple-double machine and with the Brodie signing a 10-year multi-million extension with Jordan Brand this past September, the sneaker market just got more interesting. Westbrook is the highest paid Jordan Brand athlete ever. Not to mention that he also signed a $200-million dollar contract extension with the Oklahoma City Thunder for five…

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From Sedgwick to the World: The Birthplace of Hip-Hop Becomes Hip Hop Boulevard

Natalia Privalova May 11, 2017

In February 2016, a section of Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx, New York, received a powerful new name: Hip Hop Boulevard. This renaming honored the unassuming apartment building at 1520 Sedgwick Avenue, widely recognized as the birthplace of hip-hop—a global cultural force that emerged from local ingenuity, rhythm, and resilience. The story traces back to August 11, 1973, when a young Jamaican-born DJ named Clive Campbell, better known as DJ Kool Herc, hosted a back-to-school party in the building’s community room. Organized with his sister Cindy, the event wasn’t just…