On this date in 1991, the DJ that “speaks with his hands” dropped his own full length album shortly after the release of Public Enemy’s Fear Of A Black Planet entitled Terminator X And The Valley Of The Jeep Beats, which featured the front man of PE, Chuck D, Sister Souljah and the metal band Black Flag. As far as commercial reception goes, the singles “Homey Don’t Play Dat” and “Buck Whylin” featuring Chuck and Sister Souljah, reached Number 1 and Number 7 on the Billboard Hot Rap Singles  respectively. “Vendetta…the Big Getback”—0:34 “Buck Whylin’ (featuring Chuck D &am ..read more

Earlier today(May 7) Drake’s OVO store in London was vandalized in the midst of his beef with Kendrick Lamar, with K. Dot’s “They Not Like Us” lyrics tagged o the front of the store. The trendy outlet, located on London’s Carnaby Street, was decorated with the words from Kendrick’s latest diss track, which dropped last week. According to reports, no one has been arrested for the crime and there are no suspects at this time. Drake's OVO store in London vandalized with Kendrick Lamar lyrics amid beef pic.twitter.com/aJZSOd1UFy — HipHopDX (@HipHopDX) May 7, 2024 Aside form the graffiti incide ..read more

n honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Art Genesis founder Mashonda Tifrere has curated “I Never Really Knew You …,” a dual exhibit composed of a six-artist group exhibition and a solo exhibit of L.A. based artist Lanise Howard’s newest body of work, “M.U.S.E. Miss. Understood. Sensuality. Economized.” “I Never Really Knew You …” features works from artists Tonia Calderon, Swoon, Dionne Simpson, Malik Roberts, Amani Lewis (in collaboration with photographer Mazi Smazi), and Calvin Clausell Jr. and has been carefully crafted to reflect the many layers of the ego and serve as a visual journa ..read more

In the dynamic world of music where genres blend and cultures intersect, David Paul Brooks, popularly known as DPB, stands out not just as a musician but as a catalyst for positive change. His latest achievement with “Undefeated 3.0 (Radio Edit)” topping the National Radio Hits AC40 Chart exemplifies his continued impact on Christian hip hop and the broader music industry. DPB’s journey into music is as eclectic as his talents. Originally a member of the Grammy and Dove-nominated group D.O.C. (Disciples of Christ), he has successfully transitioned into a solo career that not only showcases hi ..read more

Following his SOLD-OUT 2023 North American UTOPIA – Circus Maximus Tour and record-breaking No.1 album UTOPIA, Travis Scott’s UTOPIA – Circus Maximus Tour is set to continue this summer with 12 arena and stadium dates, including his largest U.K. headline show to date at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Set to transport fans into an unparalleled audiovisual experience, the next leg of the tour will kick off in the Netherlands at the Gelredome on the 28th of June, continuing through the United Kingdom and Europe, making stops in Poland, Switzerland ..read more

In preparation for her new album, “Houston Hottie” Megan Thee Stallion dropped a mean freestyle over a classic Gucci Mane beat to introduce her new “Megan May” freestyle series. Thee Stallion dropped a hot sixteen over Gucci’s 2010 “I Think I Love Her” track to kick off #MeganMonday and added the snakeskin concept of her new release by shedding her skin and clothing last week in an image she posted on IG. “Hotties it’s officially MEGAN MAY [snake emoji] Get ready,” she wrote. See part one of the freestyle series HERE Megan is slated to start her Hot Girl Summer tour with Glorilla on May 14 in ..read more

Rapper Meek Mill took to his Twitter page on Monday afternoon to express his frustration over not being able to reach his son, whom he shares with Milan Harris, to wish him a happy birthday. In a pair of heartfelt posts, Meek voiced his disappointment at the situation. “Happy bday czar me and papi called you 10 times today!” Meek wrote in one post, reflecting the desire to connect with his son on his special day. In another post, he added, “My other son can’t even wish my other son happy bday … it’s looks perfect on the net!” The sincerity of his words resonated with fans, who flooded the rep ..read more

In a sensational Game 1 showdown, Jalen Brunson spearheaded the New York Knicks to a thrilling 121-117 win over the Indiana Pacers. Brunson’s remarkable performance saw him tally 43 points, with an astounding 21 points scored in the final 10.5 minutes, nearly single-handedly outscoring the Pacers down the stretch. Brunson’s incredible feat places him in elite company. He joins basketball legends Jerry West, Michael Jordan, and Bernard King as the only players with four consecutive playoff games in which he scores 40 or more points. Notably, Brunson achieved this milestone while also dishing o ..read more

All you have to do is mention Sweet Chin Music, and WWE icon Shawn Michaels will be right around the corner. Kendrick Lamar mentioned the wrestling finishing move on “Not Like Us,” prompting Michaels to offer his services to the duo to settle the differences. “Put the wrong label on me, I’ma get ’em dropped/Sweet Chin Music and I won’t pass the aux,” Kendrick Lamar rapped. “A little Sweet Chin Music goes a long way,” Michaels wrote. “@kendricklamar, you and @Drake are formally invited to #WWENXT to settle this thing. I’m even offering my services to mediate.” A little Sweet Chin Music goes a ..read more

Authorities are investigating a shooting outside Drake’s home, The Embassy, in Toronto. Authorities confirm Drake is not injured. According to City News, emergency response teams came to the home around 2 a.m. on Tuesday. A suspected shooter fled the scene in a car. The area has now been closed off by law enforcement. According to a source close to CBC News and local police, the injured man was a security guard at Drake’s home, injured in a driveby. He was shot in the upper chest and was found unconscious. He had emergency surgery at a local hospital. Law enforcement is not making connections ..read more