Category: Urban

Kendrick Lamar Explains the Deeper Meaning Behind His Viral Diss Track “Not Like Us”

Kendrick Lamar may have dropped the final blow in his long-standing feud with Drake earlier this year with the diss track “Not Like Us,” but for Lamar, the song goes beyond musical rivalry. In a recent interview with his “All the Stars” collaborator SZA for Harper’s Bazaar, Lamar opened up about the personal significance behind […]

Cher, Mary J. Blige, Ozzy Osbourne, and More Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Star-Studded Ceremony

The 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony delivered an unforgettable night of music and tributes as icons like Cher, Mary J. Blige, and Ozzy Osbourne were officially inducted into the prestigious institution. The celebration, held at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio, featured performances and speeches from some of music’s biggest names. […]

Bow Wow Faces Backlash for Comments Praising Diddy’s Parties Amid Ongoing Legal Troubles

Rapper Bow Wow has come under intense scrutiny after making remarks about Sean “Diddy” Combs during a recent appearance on More To The Story podcast with Rocsi Diaz. While discussing his experiences at Diddy’s legendary parties, Bow Wow praised the music mogul, calling him “really important to the culture” and reminiscing about the vibrant party […]

Fat Joe Returns to Host the BET Hip Hop Awards 2024

Fat Joe is back for his third stint as the host of the BET Hip Hop Awards 2024, which was pre-taped on Oct. 8 at Drai’s Beachclub & Nightclub in Las Vegas and airs on Oct. 15. The “Lean Back” rapper, 54, spoke with media outlets ahead of the show, sharing excitement over the star-studded […]

Ye Faces New Allegations in Amended Lawsuit

Rapper and producer Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) is facing serious new allegations from a former assistant, Lauren Pisciotta, who claims he drugged and sexually assaulted her during a studio session he co-hosted with Sean “Diddy” Combs. The updated lawsuit was filed on October 8 in California and follows Pisciotta’s earlier legal claims against […]

Megan Thee Stallion Partners with California’s Department of Public Health for Never a Bother Suicide Prevention Campaign

In observance of World Mental Health Day on October 10, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has teamed up with Grammy Award-winning rapper and mental health advocate Megan Thee Stallion to launch the Never a Bother campaign. This youth suicide prevention initiative is designed to raise awareness of the tools and resources available to […]

Snoop Dogg’s 1993 Murder Charge Sealed, 28 Years After Acquittal

Snoop Dogg has taken a significant legal step in putting his past behind him. The rapper, whose real name is Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., successfully petitioned to have his 1993 murder charge sealed—28 years after being acquitted of all charges in a case that could have dramatically altered the course of his life and career. […]

2024 BET Hip-Hop Awards: Performers, Nominees, and Special Honorees Announced

The 2024 BET Hip-Hop Awards are shaping up to be one of the biggest nights in music, with a star-studded lineup of performers, top-tier nominees, and a special honoree set to receive the prestigious I Am Hip-Hop Award. Performances from Across the Genre This year’s awards show promises an unforgettable experience with performances from a […]

Donald Glover Cancels Remainder of The New World Tour Due to Health Issues

Donald Glover, widely known by his musical alias Childish Gambino, has canceled the rest of his The New World Tour due to health concerns. The Grammy Award-winning artist released a statement on October 4 explaining the difficult decision, citing an “ailment” that requires surgery and extended recovery time. Health Scare and Canceled Dates The cancellation […]

Drake Speaks Out About Fake Friends Amid Feud with Kendrick Lamar

Drake had a lot to say about loyalty and betrayal during his appearance at Canadian broadcaster Tyrone Edwards’ Nostalgia Party in Toronto on Saturday night. Addressing the crowd, the “One Dance” rapper warned about the inevitable realization that even those you think are close friends may “switch up” and betray you. “My real friends, are […]