Michael Saponara

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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.

Articles By Michael Saponara

Swizz Beatz Unearths Rare Footage Of DMX's 'Magical' First Performance At Harlem's Apollo

Swizz Beatz Unearths Rare Footage Of DMX’s ‘Magical’ Harlem Apollo Debut

News | Jun 10, 2023, 5:00 AM PDT

Cam’ron Grills Stephen A. Smith Over His Decision To Part Ways With Skip Bayless

Cam’ron Grills Stephen A. Smith Over His Decision To Part Ways With Skip Bayless

News | Jun 9, 2023, 5:00 PM PDT

Lil Uzi Vert Keeps 'The Pink Tape' Safe From Hackers By Carrying It On Flash Drive Chain

Lil Uzi Vert Keeping 'The Pink Tape' Safe From Hackers By Carrying It On Flash Drive Chain

News | Jun 9, 2023, 3:45 PM PDT

Lil Durk Salutes Female Rappers For Helping To ‘Make Hip Hop Fun Again’

Lil Durk Salutes Female Rappers For Helping To ‘Make Hip Hop Fun Again’

News | Jun 9, 2023, 11:15 AM PDT

Drake Sparks New Girlfriend Rumors With Touching Birthday Tribute To His ‘Confidant’

Drake Sparks New Girlfriend Rumors With Touching Birthday Tribute To His ‘Confidant’

News | Jun 9, 2023, 8:30 AM PDT

TakeOff’s Mother Files $1M Lawsuit Against Owners Of Venue Where Rapper Was Killed

TakeOff’s Mother Files $1M Lawsuit Against Owners Of Venue Where Rapper Was Killed

News | Jun 9, 2023, 7:45 AM PDT

Drake Can’t Escape Trouble On New J Hus Single ‘Who Told You’

Drake Can’t Escape Trouble On New J Hus Single ‘Who Told You’

News | Jun 8, 2023, 8:15 PM PDT

Lil Wayne Ranks Kobe Bryant, LeBron James & Michael Jordan In Order Of Basketball Greatness

Lil Wayne Ranks Kobe Bryant, LeBron James & Michael Jordan In Order Of Basketball Greatness

News | Jun 8, 2023, 6:45 PM PDT

Future Announces Return Of ‘Mixtape Pluto’ Amid ‘Dirty Sprite 3’ Rumors

Future Announces Return Of ‘Mixtape Pluto’ Amid ‘Dirty Sprite 3’ Rumors

News | Jun 8, 2023, 5:00 PM PDT

DMX’s Son Pays Tribute To Late Rapper With Cute Piano Cover Of ‘Ruff Ryders' Anthem’

DMX’s Son Pays Tribute To Late Rapper With Cute Piano Cover Of ‘Ruff Ryders' Anthem’

News | Jun 8, 2023, 4:30 PM PDT

50 Cent, Cardi B, Jim Jones & More React To NYC's Hazardous Pollution

50 Cent, Cardi B, Jim Jones & More React To NYC's Hazardous Pollution

News | Jun 8, 2023, 10:00 AM PDT

Tyler, The Creator Dispels Myth About NBA YoungBoy: 'He's Really A Sweetheart'

Tyler, The Creator Dispels Myth About NBA YoungBoy: 'He's Really A Sweetheart'

News | Jun 8, 2023, 8:00 AM PDT

Rick Ross Crowns Car Show Winners With Custom Rolls-Royce-Inspired Chains

Rick Ross Crowns Car Show Winners With Custom Rolls-Royce-Inspired Chains

News | Jun 7, 2023, 5:00 PM PDT

Cam’ron Teases Stephen A. Smith ‘It Is What It Is’ Episode

Cam’ron Teases Stephen A. Smith ‘It Is What It Is’ Episode

News | Jun 7, 2023, 4:30 PM PDT

2Pac’s Sister Delivers Moving Speech As Rapper Finally Gets Star On Walk Of Fame

2Pac’s Sister Delivers Moving Speech As Rapper Finally Gets Star On Walk Of Fame

News | Jun 7, 2023, 3:00 PM PDT

Travis Scott's 'Antidote' Almost Once Landed Robert Horry In Hot Water With His Wife

Travis Scott's 'Antidote' Almost Once Landed Robert Horry In Hot Water With His Wife

News | Jun 7, 2023, 12:45 PM PDT

Diddy & Rick Ross Work Up A Sweat Cleaning Yung Miami's Car

Diddy & Rick Ross Work Up A Sweat Cleaning Yung Miami's Car

News | Jun 7, 2023, 10:15 AM PDT

Snoop Dogg Responds To Island Boy Threatening To 'Beat His Ass' On Sight

Snoop Dogg Responds To Island Boy Threatening To 'Beat His Ass' On Sight

News | Jun 7, 2023, 9:15 AM PDT

Mike Dean Cracks Open Travis Scott’s ‘Utopia’ Briefcase

Mike Dean Cracks Open Travis Scott’s ‘Utopia’ Briefcase

News | Jun 6, 2023, 7:45 PM PDT

Cam’ron & Ma$e Question Whether Luka Doncic Can Win Mavs Another NBA Championship

Cam’ron & Ma$e Question Whether Luka Doncic Can Win Mavs Another NBA Championship

News | Jun 6, 2023, 4:15 PM PDT

Gunna Vs. R. Kelly Debate Ignites Online After Awkward Viral Atlanta Nightclub Video

Gunna Vs. R. Kelly Debate Ignites Online After Awkward Viral Atlanta Nightclub Video

News | Jun 6, 2023, 2:45 PM PDT