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Pennsylvania’s Kormanec Builds Momentum With New Music and Independent Vision
NewsMar 19, 2026

Pennsylvania’s Kormanec Builds Momentum With New Music and Independent Vision

Pennsylvania‑born Kormanec, an independent hip‑hop artist with over 15 years of experience, continues to expand his profile through self‑produced releases. Drawing from diverse influences such as Monkey Majik, Tool, Korn and Red Hot Chili Peppers, he blends hip‑hop with rock...

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Official Big L Documentary The Parable of Lamont Coleman Enters Production
NewsMar 18, 2026

Official Big L Documentary The Parable of Lamont Coleman Enters Production

The Parable of Lamont Coleman, a documentary about late Harlem rapper Big L, has finally received official approval from his family and estate, greenlighting its first production phase. Directed by Clark Slater and produced by Versus, the film targets a 2026...

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Miami’s He 2quare Brings Explosive Hip Hop and EDM Fusion
NewsMar 15, 2026

Miami’s He 2quare Brings Explosive Hip Hop and EDM Fusion

Independent Miami‑born artist He 2quare, now based in Tallahassee, is gaining traction by fusing hip‑hop intensity with EDM’s high‑energy production. Over the past year he dropped six records, showcasing a blend of confident rap flows, explosive bass drops, and atmospheric...

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Today in Hip-Hop History: Kool G. Rap and DJ Polo Dropped Their Debut LP ‘Road to the Riches’ 37 Years...
NewsMar 14, 2026

Today in Hip-Hop History: Kool G. Rap and DJ Polo Dropped Their Debut LP ‘Road to the Riches’ 37 Years...

Queens legends Kool G Rap and DJ Polo celebrate the 37th anniversary of their debut album *Road To The Riches*, originally dropped in 1989 on Cold Chillin Records. The record arrived amid the Juice Crew’s golden‑era surge, with Marley Marl...

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Today in Hip Hop History: 2Pac Dropped His Third LP ‘Me Against The World’ 31 Years Ago
NewsMar 14, 2026

Today in Hip Hop History: 2Pac Dropped His Third LP ‘Me Against The World’ 31 Years Ago

On March 13, 1995 Tupac Shakur released his third studio album, *Me Against the World*, while serving a prison sentence. The record diverged from his earlier “thug life” persona, offering introspective lyrics and a subdued production style. It debuted at...

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Attorney Withdrawal Creates New Delay in Tupac Shakur Murder Case Against Keefe D
NewsMar 14, 2026

Attorney Withdrawal Creates New Delay in Tupac Shakur Murder Case Against Keefe D

Duane “Keefe D” Davis, accused of orchestrating Tupac Shakur’s 1996 murder, faced another procedural setback when his defense attorney Robert Draskovich withdrew on March 10, citing a dispute over retainer payments. Judge Carli Kierny approved the withdrawal and set a...

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Boosie Badazz, Kodak Black and Young Thug Trade Words Over Protective Custody Debate
NewsMar 14, 2026

Boosie Badazz, Kodak Black and Young Thug Trade Words Over Protective Custody Debate

Prominent rappers Boosie Badazz, Kodak Black and Young Thug have entered a heated online dispute over the use of protective custody in prison. Boosie accused Kodak of seeking protective custody, calling his music invalid, while Kodak countered by pointing to Young Thug...

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Ray J Hit With New American Express Lawsuit Over Alleged $78K Credit Card Debt
NewsMar 14, 2026

Ray J Hit With New American Express Lawsuit Over Alleged $78K Credit Card Debt

R&B singer Ray J, legally Ray Norwood, faces a new American Express lawsuit demanding repayment of a $78,704.56 credit‑card balance, plus interest and legal costs. The complaint alleges he breached his cardholder agreement by failing to settle the amount. This...

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Today In Hip Hop History: Kid N’ Play Released Their Second Album ‘Funhouse’ 36 Years Ago
NewsMar 13, 2026

Today In Hip Hop History: Kid N’ Play Released Their Second Album ‘Funhouse’ 36 Years Ago

On June 12, 1990 Kid N Play released their sophomore album Funhouse through Select Records. Building on the momentum of 1988’s 2 Hype, the record delivered upbeat, dance‑driven tracks and playful lyrics that cemented the duo’s reputation for party‑hip‑hop. The single “Ain’t Gonna...

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Pxlicy, Apathy & A-F-R-O Break Top 5 Canadian I-Tunes Chart with “Hit The Crates”
NewsMar 13, 2026

Pxlicy, Apathy & A-F-R-O Break Top 5 Canadian I-Tunes Chart with “Hit The Crates”

Massachusetts lyricist Pxlicy teamed with underground veterans Apathy and A‑F‑R‑O to release the boom‑bap single “Hit The Crates,” produced by Willhouse and featuring turntable work from Tone Spliff. The track entered the Canadian iTunes chart at #5, signaling strong digital...

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Charlamagne Tha God Says Future May Appear on Drake’s “ICEMAN” Album
NewsMar 13, 2026

Charlamagne Tha God Says Future May Appear on Drake’s “ICEMAN” Album

Charlamagne Tha God revealed on The Breakfast Club that a source heard Future on Drake’s upcoming album, ICEMAN. DJ Hed later echoed the rumor, confirming he also heard Future’s name attached to the project. Neither artist has officially validated the...

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2 Chainz Memoir ‘The Voice In My Head Is God’ Debuts on New York Times Best Sellers List
NewsMar 13, 2026

2 Chainz Memoir ‘The Voice In My Head Is God’ Debuts on New York Times Best Sellers List

2 Chainz’s debut memoir, *The Voice In My Head Is God*, entered the New York Times nonfiction bestseller list at No. 10 on March 3, 2026. The book, released through Black Privilege Publishing, an Atria Books imprint, chronicles the rapper’s upbringing in College Park, Georgia, his...

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Jon Jones After Left Off White House Event: “I Respectfully Ask to Be Released From My Contract”
NewsMar 11, 2026

Jon Jones After Left Off White House Event: “I Respectfully Ask to Be Released From My Contract”

A public dispute erupted between UFC and MMA legend Jon Jones after the promotion announced a June 14 White House event without including the former champion. UFC officials insisted Jones was never considered for the fight, citing his hip arthritis, while...

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Jacksonville Community Calls for “Lil Poppa Day” To Honor Late Rapper
NewsMar 11, 2026

Jacksonville Community Calls for “Lil Poppa Day” To Honor Late Rapper

Community members from Jacksonville’s Eastside petitioned city officials to name March 18, the late rapper Lil Poppa’s birthday, as “Lil Poppa Day.” The proposal, presented at a public council meeting, emphasizes his influence on local youth and his advocacy for mental‑health...

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Boosie Speaks On Trying To Get His Son Off Lean: “He’s Just Like I Used To Be”
NewsMar 11, 2026

Boosie Speaks On Trying To Get His Son Off Lean: “He’s Just Like I Used To Be”

Veteran Baton Rouge rapper Boosie Badazz revealed that his son is battling a dependence on promethazine‑codeine syrup, commonly known as lean. Boosie said the addiction mirrors his own past lean use, making the situation deeply personal. He emphasized that quitting...

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Today Im Hip Hop History: Killer Mike Released His Debut Solo Album ‘Monster’ 23 Years Ago
NewsMar 11, 2026

Today Im Hip Hop History: Killer Mike Released His Debut Solo Album ‘Monster’ 23 Years Ago

On March 26, 2003 Killer Mike debuted his solo album *Monster* on Columbia and Aquemini Records, marking his emergence from the OutKast‑linked Dungeon Family. Executive‑produced by Big Boi, the record blended soulful instrumentation with hard‑hitting Southern beats and featured collaborators such as...

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The Source Magazine Remembers Legendary Detroit Femcee Boss Two Years Later
NewsMar 11, 2026

The Source Magazine Remembers Legendary Detroit Femcee Boss Two Years Later

The Source Magazine commemorated Detroit rap pioneer Lichelle Marie Laws, known as Boss, two years after her death. A trailblazing female MC in the early 1990s, she released the gritty album *Born Gangstaz* in 1993, featuring the standout single “Deeper.”...

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Today in Hip-Hop History: Scarface Dropped His Fourth LP ‘The Untouchable’ 29 Years Ago
NewsMar 11, 2026

Today in Hip-Hop History: Scarface Dropped His Fourth LP ‘The Untouchable’ 29 Years Ago

On March 11, 1997, Houston legend Scarface released his fourth solo album, *The Untouchable*. The record debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200—the first southern rap album to achieve that milestone—and topped the Top R&B/Hip‑Hop Albums chart for two weeks. Featuring...

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Kanye West Announces Los Angeles Stadium Show Ahead of ‘Bully’ Album Release
NewsMar 10, 2026

Kanye West Announces Los Angeles Stadium Show Ahead of ‘Bully’ Album Release

Kanye West announced a stadium‑scale concert in Los Angeles to launch his forthcoming album Bully. The show will take place at SoFi Stadium, one of the nation’s largest venues, and is slated for early summer 2026. Ticket pricing starts at...

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Ty Dolla $Ign Drops Soulful EP ‘Girl Music Vol. 1’ With Brandy and Ronald Isley
NewsMar 10, 2026

Ty Dolla $Ign Drops Soulful EP ‘Girl Music Vol. 1’ With Brandy and Ronald Isley

Ty Dolla $ign released the six‑track EP *girl music vol. 1* on March 6, 2026, shifting from the synth‑heavy style of his 2025 album *TYCOON* to a warm, live‑instrument R&B sound. The record features collaborations with Brandy, Leon Thomas, and Ronald Isley,...

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Cardi B’s “Bodak Yellow” Surpasses 1 Billion Spotify Streams
NewsMar 10, 2026

Cardi B’s “Bodak Yellow” Surpasses 1 Billion Spotify Streams

Cardi B’s breakout single “Bodak Yellow” has crossed the 1 billion‑stream threshold on Spotify, becoming her fifth track to achieve this milestone. The rapper’s streaming catalogue now features “I Like It,” “Girls Like You,” “Taki Taki,” and “WAP,” each with roughly...

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