Isaiah Rashad Says They Don't Make a Manual for Bi Black Men
Isaiah Rashad discussed his new album "It’s Been Awful" on The Breakfast Club, using the platform to address a 2022 leaked sex tape and his bisexual identity. He highlighted the lack of a "manual" for bisexual Black men and reflected on the personal impact of coming out publicly. The interview marks a notable moment of LGBTQ+ visibility within mainstream hip‑hop. Rashad’s candidness aligns his music with themes of self‑examination and resilience.
Drake's Luxurious Rolex From Take Care Album Sells for $500,000
A gold‑and‑diamond Rolex GMT Master II, famously featured on Drake’s 2011 *Take Care* album cover, sold for $500,000 through Palm Beach dealer Wind Vintage. The watch was not Drake’s personal timepiece but a loan from a colleague for the photo shoot and...
Ye Getting Custom-Built 60,000 Capacity Stadium for Concert
Ye, legally known as Kanye West, will headline a July 11 concert in Tirana, Albania. The government plans to erect a temporary stadium that expands the 22,500‑seat Air Albania Stadium to a 60,000‑capacity arena for the event. Officials say the show...
Tupac Shakur's Family Sues Keefe D for Wrongful Death - Report
Maurice “Mopreme” Shakur, Tupac’s stepbrother, filed a new wrongful‑death lawsuit in Los Angeles Superior Court against Duane “Keefe D” Davis and up to 100 unidentified John Does. The complaint alleges a complex conspiracy to murder Tupac, citing fresh evidence from the...
Vote for the 10th Spot in the 2026 XXL Freshman Class
XXL Magazine has opened fan voting for the 10th spot in its 2026 Freshman Class, running from April 27 through May 3. Voters can cast one vote per hour, giving emerging rappers a chance to join the coveted lineup before the official...
Rappers and Hip-Hop Executives Honored With Keys to the City
Hip‑hop’s cultural influence is underscored as cities across the United States continue to award keys to prominent rappers and executives. The tradition, dating back to the genre’s early community roots, has recognized figures such as Dr. Dre, Nicki Minaj, and more recent...
Fans Really Want Drake and Future to Reunite for Iceman Album
Drake announced the May 15, 2026 release of his highly anticipated *Iceman* album, revealed through a viral ice‑block stunt. Fans are immediately speculating whether Future will appear on the record, despite a rumored fallout that began with a 2024 diss track on...
Every Hip-Hop Song and Album Certified Diamond in Music History
Hip‑hop has cemented its commercial clout as more than 80 songs and albums have earned RIAA diamond certification—10 million units sold or streamed. Post Malone became the first rapper with two diamond singles, while Drake now boasts 15 diamond releases and Eminem...
50 Cent Will Tell His Story His Way With a New Documentary
Curtis Jackson, known as 50 Cent, announced on Instagram that he is starring in a three‑part documentary series for Hulu. The untitled series will trace his journey from a Queens upbringing, surviving nine shootings, to becoming a best‑selling rap artist and...
The Ultimate 2026 Festival Guide for Hip-Hop Fans
The 2026 Ultimate Festival Guide maps out a packed hip‑hop calendar, highlighting Rolling Loud in Orlando (May 8‑10) with YoungBoy Never Broke Again, Don Toliver and Playboi Carti headlining. Coachella, Governors Ball, Lollapalooza and dozens of regional fests also feature marquee rappers such as Sexyy Red,...
Pooh Shiesty Interview - Elevation, Touring and His Takeover
Pooh Shiesty, the 26‑year‑old Memphis rapper, was released from a five‑year prison term on Oct. 6, 2025 and gave his first post‑release interview via Zoom. He has set up a mobile studio in Texas, resumed recording, and dropped the single “FDO,” which...
Lil Poppa Laid to Rest in Gold Casket, Manager Speaks Out
Lil Poppa, the Jacksonville‑born CMG rapper, was buried in a gold casket on March 7 after a public homegoing service at Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church. His manager Dee Dee delivered her first public remarks, recalling his struggles and urging fans to remember...