Category: Urban AC

Snoop Dogg: From Tha Doggfather to Grandpa at the Olympics

Being Tha Doggfather is one thing, but being a grandfather is another! On Saturday, July 27, Snoop Dogg shared a heartwarming behind-the-scenes picture on Instagram, revealing how he’s balancing his “grandfather duties” with his many roles at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. In the image, the 52-year-old rapper and Olympic torchbearer can be seen […]

Travis Scott Rocks Milan: Fans Mistake Concert for Earthquake

Travis Scott is known for shaking things up on stage, but his latest performance in Milan took that reputation to a whole new level. The Circus Maximus Tour’s European leg brought 80,000 fans to the Ippodromo Snai La Maura open-field venue on Tuesday, creating such a ruckus that it sparked fears of an earthquake in […]

André 3000 on the Homogenization of Modern Rap: “A Lot of Artists Sound the Same”

In a recent interview, Atlanta hip-hop legend André 3000 shared his candid thoughts on the current wave of rappers, arguing that many of them “sound the same.” Reflecting on his multi-decade career, including his recent jazz debut album ‘New Blue Sun,’ André 3000 lamented the lack of cultivation time for today’s artists. “If we were […]

Snoop Dogg Crowned Greatest Rapper of All Time in Surprising Family Feud Survey

Snoop Dogg has been named the greatest rapper of all time according to a recent Family Feud survey, surpassing fellow Hip-Hop legends like 2Pac, The Notorious B.I.G., and JAY-Z. The revelation came during a recent episode of the beloved game show, where music stars Tori Kelly and Meghan Trainor led their teams in guessing the […]

Cardi B Claps Back at Joe Budden Over Criticism and Allegations

As fans eagerly await Cardi B’s sophomore album, the Grammy-winning rapper has taken to social media to address Joe Budden’s recent criticisms of her project rollout. During a heated Twitter Spaces session on Thursday, July 18, Cardi B fired back at Budden, making strong allegations against the rapper-turned-podcaster. “Bro, I gave you a lap dance […]

Donald Glover Prepares for Childish Gambino’s Final Act with Fiery Hot Ones Appearance

Donald Glover, the creative force behind Childish Gambino, is gearing up for the release of his final album under the moniker, “Bando Stone & The New World.” Before the highly anticipated album drops, Glover took on the spicy challenge of Hot Ones on Thursday, testing his taste buds and reflecting on his artistic journey. Glover, […]

Eminem Drops Limited-Edition Digital Album “The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce)”

Eminem continues to keep his fans on their toes with the release of another limited-edition digital album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce), on Wednesday, July 17. This special release revisits Eminem’s roots by reconnecting with Steve Berman, a recurring character from past albums, who appears in a new skit added to this […]

Hip Hop Hit Travels to Venus: A Galactic Milestone

How long does it take to reach Venus? For Missy Elliott’s “The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly),” it took nearly 14 minutes to travel the 158 million miles to the planet of love, NASA announced Monday. The agency transmitted the song via radio antennas near Barstow, California, typically used for tracking spacecraft and sending commands and […]

André 3000 Defends Creative Direction with New Instrumental Album, New Blue Sun

When André 3000 released his debut solo album, New Blue Sun, in November, fans were taken aback. The rapper, famed for his iconic verses with Outkast, surprised many with an instrumental record inspired by his fascination with woodwinds. Not everyone was pleased. In a May interview, LL Cool J openly criticized André’s musical shift, stating […]

Wiz Khalifa Charged with Drug Possession in Romania After On-Stage Cannabis Consumption

US rapper Wiz Khalifa faced legal trouble in Romania after being charged with illegal drug possession on Sunday. The incident occurred during his headline performance at the “Beach, Please!” festival in Costinesti, a village on the Black Sea coast. According to Romanian anti-organized crime prosecutors (DIICOT), Khalifa was found in possession of more than 18 […]