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There’s good news for the music industry in Washington DC: House Democrats appear to have found their next caucus chair in Representative Hakeem Jeffries, a champion of music creators who, since 2013, has served as the U.S. Representative for New York’s 8th Congressional District. Jeffries, who represents parts of Brooklyn and Queens, co-sponsored the Music …

We had the pleasure of speaking with Texas Hip Hop artist Johnny Cocoa to discuss his journey in music as he released one of his latest singles “Free Bird”. Produced by Tago, the track imagines a liberated world where people fully embrace the free-spirited nature to seek out what is theirs. Through his smooth lyricism …

Too $hort and E-40 are fed up with the senseless violence that plagues rap, the genre they love so much. The West Coast OG pair used their platform to speak out in hopes of change by writing a powerful op-ed in Atlantic. After naming fallen rappers such as XXXTENTACION, Nipsey Hussle, PnB Rock, Pop Smoke, …

Nas opened up about Takeoff’s passing at the launch party for his new album, Illness of King III. The New York rapper joined many other members of the Hip-Hop community to offer his condolences to the family before issuing some words of wisdom. “I have to say Rest in Peace to Takeoff,” Nas began before …

This week’s best new hip-hop features albums, videos and songs by Nas, GloRilla, and more. The year-end downturn is upon us, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t new music coming out – just that the flood has become a much more manageable flow. Independent artists would do well to take the advice from Brian Zisook …

“I used to give out CDs before they bought it,” Drake succinctly explains on “Privileged Rapper,” the fifth track off “Her Loss,” his new collaboration album with 21 Savage, released on Tuesday. November 4. Now more than 15 years into a music career in which he’s comfortably placed himself at the pinnacle of the hip-hop …

IWe don’t hear much about it anymore, but like the ancient Greeks’ conception of the universe, hip-hop culture has four elements. Instead of fire, air, water, and earth, hip-hop features rapping, DJing, breakdancing, and graffiti. Over the years, rapping has obliterated the other three, while a potent combination of laziness and greed means most rappers …

BEST HIP-HOP The best hip-hop on Bandcamp: October 2022 By Phillip Mlynar November 02, 2022 October’s roundup of the ten most essential new hip-hop releases to hit Bandcamp includes an MC’s nostalgic journey to the days of making home radio mixtapes, a socio-political blitzkrieg from a fierce spitter from South Memphis, as well as the …

From bedroom studio to mainstream and ARIA Award success, hip-hop star WA Drapht (aka Paul Reid) takes his stellar journey to another stage with the WA Symphony Orchestra at Perth Concert Hall next month. How the West Was Won celebrates 20 years of Drapht success with excerpts from its catalog and new songs, all orchestrated …

The richest five hip-hop acts have amassed a combined wealth of $3.8 billion, according to a new report from the former Forbes entertainment editor Zack O’Malley Greenburg, who now covers the music business at Substack. That’s a few million more than the pre-pandemic total of $3.17 billion, but the distribution of wealth underwent significant changes …

To support student journalism and the content you love, become a member of Daily Orange today. As hip-hop continues to become one of the most popular genres of music and inspire new subgenres, more and more cities across the United States have become hubs for rising hip hop stars. rap and R&B. Many new or …

Chart check [Billboard 200]: Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Good Kid, MAAD City’ becomes the first hip-hop studio album to hit the charts in 10 YEARS

At the end of last week, only 13 albums in recorded music history could boast having spent 10 full years on the Billboard 200. This week, Kendrick Lamar‘s second album – the 2012 released “Good kid, MAAD City” – joins the exclusive leaderboard. More inside. Published October 22, 2012, the critically acclaimed project celebrated its …

Like any other parent, Chris Evert also grew up with his children and the weather. Likewise, this generation has become the hip-hop generation. The 18-time Grand Slam champion feels like it’s not her thing to settle into hip-hop culture with all the rap music and stuff. ADVERTISING The article continues below this ad Hip-hop is …

Justin Staple’s documentary examines how the online streaming platform launched the careers of influential young hip-hop artists, many of whom suffer from mental illness. “What young people want from pop culture is not what old people want from pop culture,” New York Times pop music critic Jon Caramanica observes in Justin Staple’s documentary “American Rapstar.” …

Held exclusively at Passage, the first festival of its kind will feature the exclusive release of Rap Is A Martial Art’s new project “Knostalgia”, featuring appearances and performances from Martial Club, RZA, Cory GunzMickey Factz, and more. WINCHESTER, Virginia., October 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Passagea platform for creating and connecting metaverse experiences, announced today Knostalgiaa …

October 8, 2022 FILE – This Nov. 6, 2017, file photo shows Nicki Minaj at the 14th Annual CFDA Vogue Fashion Fund Gala in New York City. The chart-topping rapper announced on Thursday, September 5, 2019 on Twitter that she “decided to retire and have my family.” In the tweet, Minaj took a swipe at …

FOX Sports Movies today announced the new immersive hip-hop documentary “Jackie Robinson: Go to the Bag“, highlighting the remarkable career of Jackie Robinson beyond baseball. First Wednesday October 12 on FS1! The film mixes the lyrical narrative of brooklyn-based rapper Skyzoo and the voices of several generations to celebrate Robinsonit’s extraordinary life and legacyshedding new …

Pictures: Netflix, Fat Joe/BET Two years after his weekly series patriot act was canceled by Netflix, Hasan Minhaj returns to the streamer with a new comedy special, The King’s Jester. Also today: Fat Joe hosts the 2022 BET Hip Hop Awards, PBS explores black American history, Bachelor in Paradise brings new surprises, and more. Here’s …

California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) on Friday signed a bill to limit the use of hip-hop lyrics as evidence in criminal trials amid several high-profile cases of the lyrics being used against rappers who have been arrested. The law, which Newson signed alongside rappers, record producers and recording industry executives who attended virtually, is the …

Award-winning rapper Coolio, who was among the biggest names in hip-hop in the 1990s with his pop-infused style, died Wednesday afternoon at a friend’s house in Los Angeles, his manager confirmed. He was 59 years old. The artist’s cause of death remains unknown. “He touched the world with the gift of his talent and he …

We have reached the point in the history of hip-hop culture where coffee table books began to be devoted to certain aspects of it, a sure sign of cultural maturation. This maturation is precisely what Taschen highlights with Ice Cold: a history of hip-hop jewelry, a new 195-page book dedicated to charting the progress of …

Karlie Red has been candid about his relationships on love and hip hop for years, but what do you know about the reality TV star who burst onto the scene with eye-catching fashions, viral tunes and jaw-dropping reveals? Eager to know more about the actress and recording artist, who recently topped the charts with her …

Dancehall icon Bounty Killer is inspired by the long-standing relationship between Snoop Dogg and his wife. Earlier this year, the ‘Dogg Father’ artist shared that he and his wife Shante were celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary. Snoop Dogg and Shante Broadus first met in high school and married in 1997. Their relationship wasn’t perfect, although …

The 2022 BET Hip-Hop Awards nominated Drake, Ye, Doja Cat, Megan the Stallion and more chart-topping artists. Here’s when and where to watch the 2022 musical ceremony hosted by Fat Joe. The BET Hip-Hop Awards will air on the TV network on October 4, 2022 Kanye West performs ‘Can’t Tell Me Nothin’ and ‘Good Life’ …

After moving from Texas to the Bay Area and giving up on music altogether, Amore XO has returned with a more spiritual and focused perspective on their music career. In 2019, the Dallas hip-hop entertainer had a backstage encounter with Lauryn Hill. Nothing came of their exchange immediately, but later it had a profound effect …

Author: Alicia Parker September 14, 2022 September 14, 2022 September 14, 2022September 14, 2022 Skilled talent and Chicago rapper, KOE G has released a new track, “Written In Blood”, which brings the true essence of hip hop to listeners. HIP-Hop is one of the most popular and famous musical genres that every corner of the …

Felix Martua (The Jakarta Post) Jakarta ● Mon 12 September 2022 2022-09-12 15:54 0 acb46bb3015c754a01ddf4e65a00f377 1 Entertainment FLAVS-2022,HipHop,rnb-music,Soul,music,music-festival,festival Free Indonesia’s first festival to showcase hip-hop, R&B and soul artists has taken over Jakarta’s iconic sports complex with its third edition. With more than 50 musicians performing on four different stages at the Gelora Bung Karno …

The hip-hop collective Alphabet Rockers makes music for and with children. Alphabet Toggles/Alphabet Toggles hide caption toggle caption Alphabet Toggles/Alphabet Toggles The hip-hop collective Alphabet Rockers makes music for and with children. Alphabet Toggles/Alphabet Toggles When Kaitlin McGaw and Tommy Soulati Shepherd founded performance collective Alphabet Rockers, the longtime friends wanted to inspire kids to …

Allen Iverson © Robert Hanashiro – USA TODAY Network Although some might say it’s a bit unfair, basketball really is a sport for grown-ups, especially in a highly competitive league like the NBA. However, there are those who may have been small in stature but could still dominate their rivals despite the lags. And whenever …

I I told stories through my clothes and ornaments as long as I told them with rhythms and rhymes. Jewelry is my thing and every piece in my collection is attached to a fun story and deserves its own Wikipedia entry. I was born in Mitcham, a south London area with a large Jamaican community, …

Music – 13 minutes ago Robyn Mowatt Robyn Mowatt is an editor at Okayplayer where she… Ari Lennox pleases his fans with his latest project Away message with Summer Walker. In preparation for his second album, Ari Lennox released an EP titled Away message Thursday. She’s joined by Summer Walker on “Queen Space”, it’s their …

FRSH CRT [Certified Fresh] Playlist 8.26.22

Written by DL Chandler editor-in-chief @dlchandler123 DL Chandler is a veteran of the Washington DC Metro writing scene, working as a journalist, reporter and cultural critic. Initially freelancing at iOne Digital in 2010, he officially joined the iOne team in 2017 where he currently works as an editor for Cassius Life and Hip-Hop Wired. DL …

Video games are more popular than ever, thanks to great themed titles. There are millions of avid gamers around the world who love nothing more than playing the latest version. It can be difficult trying to decide which title is worth playing. Thanks to this article, you now have all the answers you need like …

HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Paras Griffin/Getty In an Instagram reel earlier this month, love and hip hop Star and entrepreneur Yandy Smith-Harris seems to suggest there’s another man in her life other than her husband, Mendeecees Harris. “It’s important because I feel like it’s going to end up blogging anyway,” Smith-Harris says in the …

A Bolton Hip Hop DJ, producer and MC has launched a new record label following a successful lockdown online community project. Al English, otherwise known by his stage name Dweller, has been involved in Hip Hop music for 20 years. When the first lockdown hit, he and his friend Dave Taylor from Brighton decided to …

Rapper Ja Rule and Herb Rice created The Painted House to help bring Black NFT artists to the forefront. Their first project is called “Black is Beautiful” and features artwork by Nick Davis. They dismiss criticism of NFT markets, arguing that they have pros and cons “just like any other industry”. Loading Something is loading. …

None of the young musicians entering the studio at WRTI on Monday night were even born when bassist Anthony Tidd released child of troubled times, the debut album of his group Quite Sane, in 2002. For this generation, the fusion of jazz and hip-hop in this album is second nature. When asked about their influences, …

Freddie Gibbs, while becoming increasingly polarized, remains one of the best at his craft. Although public opinion may be skewed due to his ongoing online feuds, some things are just facts and Freddie Gibbs is very good at rapping. Although we have not yet received SSS, Freddie Gibbs has already started laying the groundwork for …

There are so many talented new artists in North Texas that it’s hard to keep track of them all. Every year, new artists emerge from the deep underground, whether at open-mic events or free performances at their friends’ low-budget music festival. In today’s music industry, talent is not enough. Artists are expected to think of …

Rising hip-hop star BillyCEO Charged with infectious enthusiasm, BillyCEO is ready to captivate and inspire audiences from all walks of life, with her daring new single “Extortion”. ATLANTA, GEORGIA, USA, Aug. 13, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ — An ingenious artist determined to cement her place as the rising queen of hip-hop, BillyCEO is grabbing all the attention …

Robyn Mowatt Robyn Mowatt is an editor at Okayplayer where she… From Lil’ Kim to Cardi B, these are some of hip-hop’s hottest female rappers who aren’t just rap stars, but style stars too. Hip-hop has always had an ongoing dialogue with fashion. Since its inception, the genre has had a symbiotic relationship with style, …

Chef Sean, songwriter, producer, rapper and actor Chef Sean, songwriter, producer, rapper and actor Chef Sean, songwriter, producer, rapper and actor Chef Sean, songwriter, producer, rapper and actor Chief Sean, “My Life”, Album Cover Leader Of Award-Winning Hip-Hop Artist Sean Releases ‘Flex Off’ Music Video From Solo Album ‘My Life’ ” My life”. After its …

Love and Hip-Hop Atlanta is set to return with Season 11, the franchise’s latest installment. The show will premiere alongside another spin-off from the Miami-based franchise. The show will continue with the drama that began on the previous season of Love & Hip Hop Atlanta. Both shows will premiere on VH1 as part of its …

He makes some well-deserved choices that all come from New York. Get ready for another debate centered on the “Top” list courtesy of Lloyd Banks. When it comes to lyrical prowess, Banks is no stranger to writing witty rhymes that leave his fans in awe. The accomplished New York rapper promotes his latest album The …

Funky Culture, the senior team of Out of Africa Dance Academy, will travel to Portugal in October to participate in the international competition Hip Hop Unite South Africa. PHOTO: Provided Proving that age really doesn’t matter, Funky Culture, the senior team of Out of Africa Dance Academy, have qualified for the International Hip Hop Unite …

On Monday, Myanmar’s military junta executed four pro-democracy activists for committing “terrorist acts”. Veteran activist Ko Jimmy Kyaw Min Yu, better known as Ko Jimmy, and hip-hop star-turned-MP Aung Phyo Zayar Thaw were among the four killed. Democracy activist Kyaw Min Yu, also known as Jimmy, who rose to prominence during Myanmar’s student uprising in …

It is essential that everyone feels the distinctive charm of Mistajay and its uplifting musical concoctions along with mesmerizing soundscapes. He just released one of his most intriguing songs on YouTube, ‘The truth’; we congratulate him from the bottom of our hearts for the success of this tube. And wish him all the best for …

Cam’ron may have gotten his start in the music industry in the early ’90s, but the Harlem native’s rap reign officially began once his debut album hit the streets. On July 21, 1998, Killa Cam delivers his first album confessions of fire via Entertainment/Epic Records. Cam’ron’s 19-track project features collaborations with Noreaga aka NORE, Jimmy …

In the latest episode of Drinking Champions, Trina sat down with hosts NORE and DJ EFN to be honest. In the jovial encounter, the ‘Queen of the South’ discussed her love and respect for Beyonce, ex-boyfriend and former fiancé Lil Wayne, and shared her thoughts on the camaraderie (and sometimes lack thereof) between fellow female …

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Daijiworld Media Network – Muscat Muscat, July 15: Nine dancers from Oman will represent the country at the World Hip Hop Dance Championship – Varsity Division – in Phoenix, Arizona, in the southwestern United States, from August 6-13. More than 4,000 of the best dancers in the world are expected to participate in the …

Intergenerational hip-hop project based on Ypsi Form 734 is back this year with a second album and a focus on keeping young men out of the criminal justice system. The album “Formula 734: Volume 2” and an accompanying documentary are part of a project by the My Brother’s Keeper Washtenaw Chapter (WMBK), a nationwide initiative …

The fun of Nigerian hip hop has been a subject of disagreement among fans, with some believing that rappers need to infuse more pop melody to create enjoyable music that can compete with Nigerian pop music. On the other side of the debate, there are fans who insist that rap risks losing its distinct flavor …

Want dope musical guests on MBE? Want them to perform at KCRW dope events as well? Alright guys, you got it. Hot on the heels of Ambar Lucid’s DJ MBE set and Summer Nights kick-off show this week, sound and screen fixture Common graced the MBE studio today ahead of his stacked performance on Saturday …

ADuring this year’s BET Awards, the Lifetime Achievement Honor went to Sean “Diddy” Combs – and why not? He signed the Notorious BIG and takes credit for “inventing” the remix. He changed what it means to be called a hip-hop super producer while becoming a multi-platinum rapper himself. Really, he’s not that different from Pete …

“Brainstorm” envelops the audience with a carefully crafted mix of powerful vocals and uplifting beats, set against a backdrop of R&B and synth Clearwater, Florida – July 4e2022 – Led by infectious beats and memorable uplifting synth tunes, eclectic artist Truth’s new single, “Brainstorm” is an admirable work of art. Showcasing his unique talents to …

In a speech on July 5, 1852, abolitionist and former slave Frederick Douglass posed a question: “What is your Fourth of July to the American slave?” I answer; a day which reveals to him, more than all the other days of the year, the gross injustice and the cruelty of which he is the constant …

The Wallabee is a weird shoe. The square toe. The wedge sole. The two-eyelet closure. It all comes together to form something that looks distinctly different from, well, pretty much everything else. And yet, he is an icon. And nowhere is that status more evident than in New York, where it’s been tied to hip-hop …

“AIDS doesn’t smell or taste / It doesn’t care what race you are.” In February 1992, Salt N’ Pepa released an AIDS-themed revamp of their seminal 1991 single “Let’s Talk About Sex”. Titled “Let’s Talk AIDS,” it’s a catchy, no-bullshit public service announcement that tackles common myths. “It’s not a black, white or gay disease,” …

Music – 24 minutes ago Abe Beam Local Flatbush, cultural writer, former mayor of New York. Photo Credit: Steve Morley/Redferns Revisiting how Elvis became shorthand for square white taste by rappers in the 80s and 90s amid the release of the Elvis biopic. In his new two-hour biopic/edit Elvis, Baz Luhrmann selected (and grossly misunderstood) …

RAPID CITY, SD (KEVN) — “Rapid City’s first-ever hip-hop festival,” said Leo Arguello, co-owner of Dead End Records. It’s a free event for a great cause, Dead End Records have been putting on shows for almost two years and it’s now become a festival. Although free, donations are encouraged and all proceeds will go to …

Summer has officially arrived, which means hip-hop is ready to grow with new music releases. This time, one of the most talented artists across multiple genres is dropping a project that many are watching, and a Chicago wordsmith is releasing his first LP in four years. Plus, a Florida rhymer is releasing his second album …

T-Pain June 24, 8 p.m. | Texas Trust CU Theater Cue “Return of The Mack” because T-Pain is back in Dallas. The Grammy-winning artist was originally scheduled to perform at The Factory at Deep Ellum on May 18. In response to low ticket sales, T-Pain aired his complaints on a viral TikTok. The video found …

With the major shift in music since the start of the pandemic, it’s sometimes hard to keep up with all the music that’s coming out. Here in Richmond there is a very deep underground part of the city if you know how to find it. This is where you will find King Kaiju. King Kaiju …

He believes it’s time to grow up and leave the street life to the streets. There are many theories as to what has caused the increasing violence in Hip Hop. Some have blamed the culture for atrocities unrelated to the entertainment industry, but there are also conversations inside as rappers weigh in on what they …

HipHop girl group XG releases teasers for their second single “Mascara” (Photo credit: IANS) HipHop/R&B girl group XG has released stunning teasers for their second single “Mascara,” which will be released on June 29. XG is a septet made up of Jurin, Chisa, Harvey, Hinata, Juria, Maya and Cocona. On March 18, they became the …

Hip-hop photo exhibition An exhibition at the Grammy Museum Experience Prudential Center in Newark features the photographs of Ernie Paniccioli. NEWARK, New Jersey – Since bursting onto the scene in the 1970s, hip hop has become the best-selling musical genre in the world. And capturing his rise from the very beginning was the photographer Ernie …

HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Xbox and Bethesda / Starfield The moment Xbox fans have been waiting for has finally arrived, the Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase. After receiving disappointing news about star field and Redfall’s delay, we have a pretty good idea of ​​the future of the Xbox Series S|X. Xbox and Bethesda had …

Reading time:3 minutes, 36 seconds Highly regarded newcomers will join artists who helped shape Scotland’s burgeoning hip hop scene at Ground, the showcase platform for the country’s hip hop and underground culture. As announced on god is in tv last month, the event will take place on Saturday 27 August at three venues in Glasgow’s …

If anything thrives in Hong Kong, Y2K22, it’s music. And lately, the local hip-hop scene is attracting more and more admirers, and more importantly, more rising stars who have their unique sound to bring to the table. To help you with your Spotify playlists, we present 10 local hip-hop musicians to watch – if you’re …

But when he first proposed the subject of his latest book to hip-hop producer J Dilla, some were skeptical. “If you were my client, I would have told you not to,” a friend who happens to be a top agent recently told Charnas. How many regular people who aren’t hip-hop fanatics know who J Dilla …

Hip-Hop Wired Presents: CRT FRSH [Certified Fresh] Playlist 6.3.22 |  The latest hip-hop news, music and media

HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Credit: Milan Markovic/Getty What’s up, Hip-Hop Wired Nation? We are back with the first edition of FRSH CRT AKA Certified Fresh for June. Part of our duty as a publication and team is to teach the masses who’s doing what musically and there’s no better way to do that than with …

Cheez-It and Pandora use hip-hop for their new collaborative crackers. The Cheez-It x Pandora Aged by Audio offering is made from 100% real cheese that has been aged to music by some of hip-hop’s most iconic artists. The limited-edition crackers stem from the findings of a Swiss study that aging cheese to hip-hop music could …

Beats by Dre has teamed up with Amsterdam-based fashion house Daily Paper to produce a special edition Beats Studio Buds wrapped in graffiti. Apples Beats Studio Buds receive a special edition produced in collaboration with the Amsterdam-based Daily Paper. The Studio Buds are one of three true wireless headphones sold under the Beats name along …

Hiphop Tamizha Adhi is once again gearing up to entertain her fans with her screen presence. The musician-turned-actor will next be seen in a film called ‘Veeran’. The actor himself shared the news on social networks. On social media, he wrote: “Happy to announce my next film with @sathyajyothifilms, directed by Maragadha Naanayam fame @ArkSaravan_Dir …

Gunna may have to spend her time in prison until next year. A Fulton County judge denied bail to an Atlanta rapper on a RICO charge during an arraignment hearing Monday morning. Gunna, real name Sergio Kitchens, was jailed in an Atlanta jail on May 11 as part of an indictment for RICO which also …

Lexus is one of the most quoted automakers in hip-hop. In fact, Christopher Wallace owned several Lexus vehicles Tweet that Lexus’ relationship with the Frank White Organization reinforces the brand’s name, synonymous with luxury during the hip-hop movement, while honoring the legendary artist’s legacy in a way that makes Lexus relevant to a new generation …

HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Saber Interactive & Boss Team Games / Evil Dead: The Game evil Dead is a 40-year-old film franchise that still resonates with pop culture, especially horror fanatics. It has also spawned several video game incarnations, all of them unmemorable, until now with the arrival of Evil Dead: The Game. Evil …

First comes the poisonous peak from Disc 1, destined to be the most notorious track on the album. We cry together is a howling, expletive-laden match with Taylour Paige slamming charges of infidelity, arrested development, gaslighting, power-triggering, guilt-triggering, selfishness, narcissism, Trumpism, “false” feminism and much more. The family home echoes through shattered glass on a …

Nigerian music superstar, Davido’s first child, Imade Adeleke, is celebrating his 7th birthday and his parents have made themselves available to show overwhelming support Davido and his first baby mama Sophia Momodu greeted guests at the hip hop birthday party Photos from the event sparked hilarious reactions online as fans can’t take their eyes off …

Latto brought his famous “Big Energy” to “The Future of Hip-Hop” panel during BillboardInaugural MusicCon Friday, May 13 at Area 15 in Las Vegas. The 23-year-old rapper – whose Mariah Carey hit “Big Energy” has stayed in the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 for the past six weeks, thanks in part to a …

With a series of new releases under its new album, “Ice Cream and Roller-Coaster”, dynamic powerhouse DT xYme(time) brings new meaning to the genre With the release of their exciting new album, “Ice Cream and Roller-coaster”, DT xYme presents a unique and dynamic new outlook on life. With moving lyricism and the depth of emotions …

The Atlanta-born musician signed a recording contract with Motown in 2001 and has since captivated audiences with his impressive lyrical dexterity and Southern sensibility. Zoey Blunko seems to usher in the rebirth of Hip Hop with her poetic lyrics and heartfelt melodies. Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, the phenomenal musician uses his art as …

Frankly: Martin Sorrell predicts end of big media holdings, says model no longer works LONDON: One of the world’s most prominent figures in the advertising industry has warned of the end of the media holding company model, which has dominated for decades. In an interview with Arab News, Sir Martin Sorrell also pointed out that …

Controversial YouTube character Kevin Samuels has reportedly died, sparking an outpouring of backlash on social media. News first broke that the self-proclaimed image consultant had died aged 56 on Thursday evening (May 5). According to an NBC News report on Friday, May 6, Samuels’ mother confirmed reports of his death, which she said she first …

WATCH: Local teacher recognized by Disney for how he brings magic to the classroom MEMPHIS, Tenn. – A local educator is honored by Disney. Yes, THE Disney. Timothy Moore is one of 50 educators worldwide to be recognized by Disney’s Campus Imagination program. For him, it’s not about getting noticed, it’s about showing kids that …

Placeholder while loading article actions MC Lyte is tired. You can hear it in his voice, the same sweet alto that made the rapper a hip-hop legend. It’s the end of a long day of interviews, sound checks – the boss’s general behavior – and the 51-year-old could use some vocal rest. She doesn’t understand …

[Saturday Spotlight] mynameisntjmack + [g]girls

Welcome to another edition of Saturday Spotlight. Every week we review submissions from around the world, selecting the best of the bunch to highlight at the end of the week. If you’re a budding rapper, a producer wanting to create buzz, or a singer looking to show off your talent, Saturday Spotlight is dedicated to …

Recently, US-based hip-hop group The Invisibles traveled to Kolkata for two workshops and a live performance. Despite the uncomfortable weather, the five musicians found Kolkata as warm and loving as ever. The musicians were mostly from Detroit and Michigan. The group visited the Kalighat temple on Monday morning and lyricist and activist Miz Korona found …

Jay-Z is one of the most successful rappers in the music industry. Besides selling millions of records, he is also praised for his longevity in the music business. But when asked if there was another rapper who really rivaled him, only Brooklyn rapper Biggie Smalls came to mind. Jay-Z had to find other ways to …

Click to enlarge Courtesy of Stlvshiphop A video billboard in Times Square features the top 25 rappers in St. Louis curated by STLVSHIPHOP. Over the weekend, we caught wind of a video billboard in New York’s Times Square screaming St. Louis hip-hop. Pretty cool! Turns out it’s been on rotation since Friday, right next to …

BUFFALO, NY – Ladies First was designed to feature some local figures from an often overlooked group of creatives in hip-hop culture. “I realized that hip-hop is a male-dominated industry, but I’ve seen all of these amazing, powerful women working behind the scenes, and you really wouldn’t see them on TV coming to prominence or …

Published: Publication date – 19:23, Thu – 21 Apr 22 INV!S!BLES Hyderabad: An American hip-hop collective, ‘THE INV!S!BLES’ is ready to captivate audiences in Hyderabad from April 22-23. The initiative is presented by the US Embassy and Consulates in India. The tour aims to explore the diversity of hip-hop through this collaborative venture featuring internationally …

Image source: Jati Lindsay My understanding of hip-hop has always been rooted in camaraderie. Seeing how he brings people together is such a magical experience to see. Walking into the Kennedy Center with my mom on Friday night for MC Lyte’s “I Am Woman: A Celebration of Women in Hip Hop” felt like I was …

The man charged with the murder of the former fiancé of Growing up in hip hop Star Angela Simmons was sentenced to life in prison on Friday April 15. Before her sentencing, the daughter of hip-hop legend Rev Run of Run DMX gave moving testimony about the impact the death of her ex Sutton Tennyson …

HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Bernard Smalls / @BeanzGotGamez Jay “Sinatraa” Won, nicknamed the “LeBron James” of the Overwatch League and is now a pro Valorant player, is back after being suspended after being charged with sexual assault. Sinatraa took to Twitter to announce his return to competitive play on Tuesday (April 12). In a …

The charity has expanded its Sussex base to create a one-stop music destination in Worthing with a wide range of choices for underrepresented and new musical talent. There were private parties for guests on Thursday and Friday, where CEO Adam Joolia explained the background to the launch and the vision for the future, and an …

HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Miniseries/Getty Since the release model of the music industry is totally changed due to digital access to vast song libraries through streaming services, it is almost impossible to keep track of all releases. Here has Wired Hip-Hopwe put our ears to work and amassed a collection of 10 of the …

After spending most of her pregnancy in public and not revealing who the father of her twin girls is, Love and hip-hop: Miami Sensation Amara Le Negra has revealed her identity. The Afro-Latina reality star and singer recently shared that her boyfriend and realtor Allan Mueses is the father. In a since-deleted Instagram post of …

It has been said that the birds of a feather flock together. And with a pun on the phrase and a co-sign by Guwahati hip hop sensation Rocky Glock, King Bird is here to take over the hip hop scene. Refaquat, aka King Bird, is the latest name to rock the Guwahati rap scene with …

TRAVERSE CITY, MI – “If you want to go for a ride with me,” head to Northern Michigan where hip hop icon Nelly will be performing this summer. The St. Louis Midwestern rapper is the newest addition to the 2022 National Cherry Festival lineup. Nelly will perform at the Pepsi Bayside Music Stage beginning at …

Hip-hop’s complicated relationship with the Grammy Awards dates back to 1989 when the institution introduced the Best Rap Song category. While the recognition may have seemed groundbreaking for mainstream music and premier genre-accepting establishments, nominees were told the award would be part of the evening’s non-televised ceremony. Most of the nominated acts boycotted the ceremony …

The multi-talented hip-hop entertainer showcases his signature sound’s untamed energy in brand new single out April 1 from Empire, full album April 29 This track showcases it with an energy that signifies the feel of the whole album.” – Chief Sean LOS ANGELES, California, U.S., March 31, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ — His debut single from his …

THE MINORITY AND VETERAN THE LED COMPANY DEFINES ITS $400 million PRIVATE EQUITY PLACEMENT OFFERING TO GO LIVE WITH CAPITAL AND INVESTMENT COMPANIES IN MAY 2022 AFTER THE PRESALE PERIOD TO EXPAND ITS PORTFOLIO OF ACQUISITIONS, DEVELOPMENT AND ACTIVITIES IN HOTEL & RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE FOR MIXED USE NEW YORK, March 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — …

Rapper Tory Lanez, accused of beating reality star Prince of Love & Hip Hop, has asked a judge to drop the case. Rapper Tory Lanez, who was accused of beating reality TV star Prince of ‘Love & Hip Hop,’ has asked a judge to drop the case. The singer/rapper believes he did nothing wrong and …

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(YourDigitalWall Editorial): — Atlanta, Georgia, March 23, 2022 (Issuewire.com) — Latin Hip Hop International artist Nova’s new single “DALÈ” is hitting record highs on Apple Music. The single was released on all major music streaming platforms in mid-March, and by the morning of March 22, it was already in the Top 10 of Apple Music’s …

In December 2020, Pusha T was on IG Live with Steven Victor and in addition to announcing that Kanye West and The Neptunes were producing his new album, he said something would be coming out of it “in the next 90 days”. Sadly, the whole of 2021 has passed and all we heard from Push …

Fabdon’s career began to skyrocket in the New York hip-hop industry. It went on for a few years and Fabdon landed a unique opportunity to sign with DJ self for a deal with Power 105.1 radio. There’s something about hip-hop that makes it more than just a musical genre. Apart from giving the artist the …

Artist’s songs Bite are highly recommended to all hip-hop music fans around the world. the Los Angeles hip hop artist is impressive in its style. AAs a music lover, I often skim through random songs and try to listen to them. However, when it comes to hip-hop, the number of songs I really liked is …