Michael Saponara
Michael's from the suburbs outside NYC but currently resides in Manhattan. He got his start as an intern for Vibe Magazine during the summer of 2016 before finding a home writing for Billboard. Mike's also contributed to XXL and Genius. Kanye West is his hero.
Kodak Black Honors PnB Rock With Chicken & Waffles: ‘Long Live PnB’
Fans were puzzled by Yak's bizarre tribute.
California Governor Officially Signs Rap Lyrics Bill Into Law
Killer Mike, Tyga, Meek Mill and more have voiced support for the cause.
Big Sean Donates $100K In College Scholarships To HBCU Students
It's the latest in a long line of charitable efforts from the Detroit rapper.
Jim Jones Blasts BET For Refusing Him Access To Hip Hop Awards
The award show apparently said its decision was based on "COVID-19 protocols."
Lil Uzi Vert Cooks Up Some Fire In The Kitchen For City Girls Boo JT — Literally
Uzi has been put his cheffing skills to the test.
Meek Mill & Boosie Badazz Believe DaBaby Is Being Blackballed Following Low Album Sales
'Baby On Baby 2' is expected to sell 100,000 fewer copies than the rapper's previous album.
Kanye West Names His Best Friends: 'I Feel God Calling Us'
Yeezy is all peace and love these days.
DaBaby Reacts To Low First-Week Sales Of ‘Baby On Baby 2’ As Ebro Addresses Blackball Claims
It would be a more than 100,000 drop-off in sales from his previous album.
FN Meka: White Music Exec Behind A.I. Rapper Repeatedly Used N-Word In Old Lyrics
Anthony Martini used the racial slur numerous times on his old band's first two albums.
LeBron James Names JAY-Z & Nas Albums Among His Favorite Ever
New York Hip Hop is in heavy rotation in the King's house.
Quavo & Takeoff Compare Themselves To Michael Jordan & Kobe Bryant: 'Dynamic Duo'
The duo's new album, 'Only Built For Infinity Linx,' arrives early October.
Gunna’s Lawyers Launch Fresh Bid For Rapper’s Release Over Lack Of Evidence
If the Atlanta native's third bond attempt is denied, he will remain behind bars until next year's trial.
50 Cent Investigates Unsolved Rap Murders In 'Hip Hop Homicides': Watch The Trailer
The eight-part series takes a deep dive into the murders of XXXTENTACION, King Von and more.
Gucci Mane Regrets Performing 'Pookie' Diss During Jeezy Verzuz
Guwop said he was "smoking on Pookie Loc" during the tense Verzuz battle.
PnB Rock Murder Suspect Named By Police
The suspect is still on the run and likely "armed and dangerous."
Lil Wayne Gets Love From Drake, Kanye West, Nicki Minaj & More On His 40th Birthday
Birthday tributes have poured in for Weezy from across the rap community.
Doja Cat Angers Island Boy By Accidentally Joining His Live: ‘Look At Me!’
Doja was not feeling the Island Boy vibes.
Charlamagne Tha God Shuts Down Rumors Remy Ma Is Joining ‘The Breakfast Club’
Would the New York rapper be a good replacement for Angela Yee?