Greg Tate, Hip Hop Journalism Godfather, Dies At 64 - Here's Why His Words Mattered
Tate's radical essays and reviews of African-American music, culture, race, politics and literature was heavily influential on Hip Hop journalism.
Hip Hop Legend Queen Latifah To Receive Lifetime Achievement Honor At 2021 BET Awards
The Hollywood actress and rapper will receive the award when fellow actress Taraji P. Henson hosts the annual awar ceremony live on BET, June 27.
J. Cole's New Album Sparks Heavy NBA Reactions From Damian Lillard, Ja Morant + More
The hoopers gave J. Cole's latest album plentiful positive reviews on Twitter upon its release May 14.
Travis Scott To Receive Prestigious Honor At Annual Parsons Benefit
Scott will be the only musician among this year's seven recipients on June 15.
Cordae Is Now A Record Label CEO Rapper
The Maryland-bred lyricist revealed his new record label within one month after releasing his four-track EP 'Just Until ...' on April 22.
How To Watch J. Cole's Pro Debut In Basketball African League
The May 16th matchup between Rwanda Patriots B.B.C. and Nigeria River Hoopers is the NBA's first basketball league collaboration with the FIBA outside of North America.
Ski Mask The Slump God Names The G.O.A.T. SoundCloud Rapper
Ski Mask The Slump God selected his top pick in the final round of Complex Brackets "Who's The Best Soundcloud Rapper?" released on Complex's website May 12.
Detroit Pistons Honor ‘Martin’ TV Show With NBA Merch Collaboration
The Pistons announced it will sell an exclusive clothing line connecting the former FOX TV comedy sitcom's relics mixed with the team's aesthetic starting May 14.
Podcast Host Gillie Da Kid Slanders JAY-Z's 'Sorry Not Sorry' Bars
Gillie Da Kid talked about JAY-Z's verse with his 'Millionz Worth of Game' podcast co-host Wallo267 in a video posted on Instagram on May 8.
J. Cole Becomes The 1st Rapper To Grace SLAM Magazine Cover
The 27-year-old hoops magazine revealed J. Cole on its latest issue No. 232's cover on May 11.
Curren$y Clowns His Crew After Stolen Jet Life Chain Appears On The News
Local New Orleans news station WGNO reported a theft of multiple jewelry items by a female suspect named Essence Lindsey on May 3.
J. Cole Explains Epic 2019 Features Run With Young Thug, 21 Savage + More
The North Carolina-bred MC talks about his featured verses in 2019 in the final segment of his documentary released May 10 to promote his sixth studio album 'The Off-Season.'
Lil Durk’s ‘6th BM’ Brags About Credit Card Access
India Royale clapped back at people on Twitter who spread rumors and talk negatively about her relationship with Lil Durk.
Ice Cube Compares Kobe Bryant To Bruce Lee
Lifelong Los Angeles Lakers fan Ice Cube spoke about the legacy of his late friend Kobe and his childhood idol Lee on the Getcha Popcorn Ready podcast on May 9.
Jeezy Says Snoop Dogg & E-40 Once Compared Him To 2Pac - & Not In A Good Way
The Atlanta rapper talked about how the California rap legends helped turn his personal life around in his 'Best Advice: Mental Health, Grudges and Forgiveness' podcast episode on Spotify.
XXXTENTACION Fans Wanting New Music Better Learn Up On NFTs
The late Florida Soundcloud rap artist's estate and manager will have rare concert footage and five tracks that have never been commercially released on the NFTs.
The Breakfast Club's DJ Envy Mourns Mother-In-Law's Sudden Passing: 'Worst Call Imaginable'
DJ Envy spoke about the loss of Norma Grante in an solemn Instagram post featuring multiple photos of her with his wife during her youth and himself on May 5.
Moneybagg Yo Celebrates Getting Real Name Off Music Choice - Even Though Google Exists
DJ Akademiks showed an Instagram post with a video of the Memphis-bred rap artist upset by the TV channel unveiling his name without his consent on May 4.
New York Rapper Jeezy Mula Sentenced To Prison Bid For Bloods Gang Bank Fraud Scam
Jeezy Mula pleaded guilty for running up $50,000 in a counterfeit check and stolen debit cards in Manhattan.
6ix9ine Tells DJ Akademiks Why He Praises Quando Rondo As 'The Most Disrespectful' Rapper
The controversial Brooklyn rapper told DJ Akademiks why thinks Quando Rondo gets the nod during an Instagram Live interview on May 4.
Queen Key & Polo G Producer DJ Ayo Accused Of Petty Pandemic Scam
The two Chicago-based artists were scheduled to perform for a virtual concert in 2020, but took their deposits without showing up.