Columbus, OH

Milwaukee, WI

J.P. and NLE Choppa have a good time on the remix to a viral hit. Rising Milwaukee rapper J.P. enjoyed a viral moment earlier this year. His track "Bad Bitty" trended on TikTok. It ranked at #24 on HNHH's own Top 30 Rap Songs of 2024 list The song received further praise for its catchiness, as well as J.P.'s unconventional delivery on the track. J.P. used his moment of virality to release a mixtape in June called Coming Out Party. He further boosted his star with an appearance on On The Radar. There, he displayed more of his singing prowess, which his growing fanbase appreciated. Now, he's coming back around for a remix of "Bad Bitty," featuring a verse from NLE Choppa. The two even made a video for the track. The original track never received an official video, though J.P.'s From The Block performance of "Bad Bitty" became the unofficial video and the way many first became aware of him.

J.P. & NLE Choppa Join Forces On "Bad Bitty" Remix

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	Viral sensation and rising singer Laila! confirmed a certain rumor regarding her lineage during a recent sit-down with Complex.Yasiin Bey Seemingly Disses Kendrick, Drake, J. Cole Over Metro Boomin’s “Like That” Beat




	The “Like That” vocalist addressed whispers that her father is Hip-Hop royalty and legendary MC, Yasiin Bey, formerly known as Mos Def.




	“Yes, he is my dad, y’all. The rumors are true; no, I’m kidding. But yes, he’s my dad. He’s my dad,” the 18-year-old revealed. She also took to her Instagram Story mentioning her dad with, “lmaooooooo dad the rumors are true @yasiinbey.”








	When asked what the “Not My Problem” artist...

Rising Star Laila! Confirms Yasiin Bey (FKA Mos Def) Is Her Dad: “The Rumors Are True”

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No producer in the history of hip-hop music has done more to bolster the genre than the Compton, California-born songwriter Dr. Dre. Not only does he have quite a few hit songs and albums but he has helped to bring up some of the biggest names in the genre, from Ice Cube and Snoop Dogg to Eminem and 50 Cent, among many others.

3 Dr. Dre Songs That Will Live on Forever

Long Beach, CA

Rapper and singer Nathaniel Dwayne Hale, known by his stage name Nate Dogg, was born on Aug. 19, 1989, in Long Beach, California. Tragically, he passed away on March 15, 2011, at the age of 41. He was best known for providing guest vocals on countless rap hits in the...

Nate Dogg’s cause of death confirmed

Blanco, TX

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Respected lyricist, actor, and author Chino XL has reportedly passed away at 50. On Monday night, July 29, numerous artists and fans took to social media to mourn the loss of the New York City-born MC after the news broke. Joe Budden, A-F-R-O, Kxng Crooked, Skyzoo and others paid homage to the seasoned rapper. As of this report, the details behind his death are scarce and no cause of death has been confirmed.

Rapper Chino XL Reportedly Passes Away At 50

Hip-hop star, Snoop Dogg, has opened up about his many years of friendship with music producer Dr. Dre, who he describes as “a big brother”. The longtime collaborators spoke about their 30-year relationship in a recent interview in which Snoop said they both established a strong bond decades ago while doing business together.

He’s Always Been A Big Brother: Snoop Dogg Eulogises Dr. Dre

KITSCHKRIEG is getting ready to drop a new album sometime this year. Future has been absolutely everywhere this year. It really seems like he is inserting himself back into the conversation as the best trap artist of all time. He's on two of the biggest releases of the year with the Metro Boomin tapes WE DON'T TRUST YOU and WE STILL DON'T TRUST YOU. However, it seems he is not settling for just two albums. Ever since the latter, he has been teasing a mixtape in the works, one that he's referring to as Mixtape Pluto. Furthermore, he's been busy in the feature department as well. The latest is "Slow Down", which seems his work alongside the German producing team of KITSCHKRIEG.

German Producing Collective KITSCHKRIEG Teams Up With Future, Fridayy, & Mariah The Scientist For "Slow Down"

New Jersey State

Family members of influential Latino hip-hop artist Chino XL announced his death at age 50 on social media Tuesday. “The family of Derek Keith Barbosa, professionally known as Chino XL, is devastated to relay the news of his passing,” they wrote. “Chino died on the morning of Sunday, July 28, 2024 at home. He was 50.”

Bronx-born Puerto Rican rapper Chino XL dead at 50

Fans have been firing back at Mustard. Mustard has been going at it with fans on social media in the wake of the news that his latest album, Faith of a Mustard Seed only moved 18,000 copies in its first week of availability. Initially, he remarked that album sales "are a form of white supremacy," which prompted the trolling from fans on X (formerly Twitter). From there, he went on to label Drake the "Malcolm X of white people." He famously produced Kendrick Lamar's hit diss track, "Not Like Us."

Mustard Goes At It With Fans Over "Faith Of A Mustard Seed" Album Sales

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

The best white rappers are celebrated for their lyrical talent, innovative styles, and significant contributions to hip-hop. Eminem, often regarded as the greatest, revolutionized the genre with his intricate wordplay, storytelling ability, and raw emotion in albums like “The Marshall Mathers LP” and “The Eminem Show.” Artists like Beastie Boys brought rap to a broader audience with their unique blend of punk and hip-hop. Mac Miller’s introspective lyrics and evolving sound gained widespread acclaim, while G-Eazy and Machine Gun Kelly have also made notable impacts. These artists have helped diversify hip-hop, breaking barriers and gaining respect within the genre.

15 Best White Rappers of All Time

Elon Musk supposedly promised Don Lemon $1.5 million a year to make videos for the social media platform amid a dip in advertisers. Don Lemon and Elon Musk's working relationship certainly soured quickly after their interview for their media partnership on Twitter went less than stellar. After the former's show on the social media platform was swiftly canceled after just this one episode, it seems like he wants to seek even more retribution for this breakdown. Moreover, the journalist reportedly filed a lawsuit against the tech tycoon on Thursday (August 1), according to supposed court documents reportedly obtained by TMZ. Specifically, Lemon claims that Musk refused to honor his promise to pay him for this partnership after they fell out following their interview.

Don Lemon Sues Elon Musk For Allegedly Refusing To Pay Him For Twitter Deal

Rappers often charge extortionate prices for verses, and sometimes, it is simply unaffordable. Some MCs are so inaccessible that they don’t even charge but simply offer free verses to people they have a long and meaningful relationship with. However, during his prime Jay-Z was happy to appear on anyone’s song as long as the money was right. Unfortunately, one rapper who asked for a feature found Jay’s fee outrageous.

The rapper Jay-Z charged $250k for a single verse: “That’s my number”

New Orleans, LA

It has to only be a matter of time before Turk claps back. Things between New Orleans, Louisiana rap group Hot Boys are weird, to say the least. Since their "reunion" at the Essence Festival a few months back, B.G. and Turk specifically are seemingly the ones with the most issues. Lil Wayne's name can also be thrown in the mix too, so overall, there's just a lot wrong. But back to B.G. and Turk. The former has had it out for the latter ever since he cited "business" issues being his reasoning for not attending. This set off B.G. big time, eventually leading to rant that still leaves a lot up to interpretation of what is exactly going on. ""It’s only one n**** ain’t in this b****, you heard me? He brought that on his self, you heard me? N**** did a bunch of h*e s*** and can’t take it back. He gotta fault his self for not being here", B.G. said passionately. "The n**** know what he did last summer. And I’ma just leave it like that".

B.G. Comes For Turk's Neck On Diss Track "HANDS UP"

Erykah Badu, born Erica Abi Wright on February 26, 1971, in Dallas, Texas, is an influential American singer, songwriter, and actress. Often referred to as the “Queen of Neo-Soul,” Badu’s music is known for its unique blend of R&B, soul, jazz, and hip-hop, characterized by her distinctive voice and innovative style. She gained widespread acclaim with her debut album, “Baduizm,” released in 1997, featuring hits like “On & On” and “Next Lifetime.” Badu’s subsequent albums, including “Mama’s Gun” and “New Amerykah Part One (4th World War),” solidified her status as a trailblazing artist. Beyond music, she is known for her eclectic fashion sense and spiritual themes, making her a cultural icon.

10 Best Erykah Badu Songs of All Time

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Do you know any self-righteous person who rarely apologizes? We all have different weaknesses and offend others once in a while. However, some zodiac signs’ pettiness and insecurity hinder them from seeking forgiveness when they cross someone’s path. Instead, they try to prove that they were right when they did something.

3 Zodiac Signs That Don’t Apologize

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It seems Dame Dash is very serious about letting his share of Reasonable Doubt go. He announced it is for sale. As reported by HotNewHip-Hop, the Harlem, New York, native recently took to social media to let the world know that his piece of Jay-Z’s debut is available for a price. On Friday, July 19, he posted […]

Dame Dash Announces He Is Selling His Share Of ‘Reasonable Doubt’

P thinks it would benefit the world. Pharrell was one of the many celebrities who attended the Louis Vutton party during the Summer Olympics. The artist's inclusion was a no brainer, given his role as the brand's creative director. One thing that attendees didn't expect, though, was Pharrell campaigning to change the Olympic games. Or rather, to change them back to how they used to be. During the event, the multi-talented entertainer said that the arts competition should be restored.

Pharrell Campaigns To Bring Back Arts Competition At Summer Olympics

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Laila! is a rapidly rising up-and-coming artist, and there’s been a great deal of speculation about who her father is. Many people guessed it could be Yasiin Bey, formerly known as Mos Def, but there’s been zero confirmation until now. Following an interview with Complex, Laila! set the record straight about whether the rumors were… Continue reading Laila! Confirms Yasiin Bey, Formerly Known As Mos Def, Is Her Father

Laila! Confirms Yasiin Bey, Formerly Known As Mos Def, Is Her Father

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JPEGMAFIA & Vince Staples Make \"New Black History\" In First-Time Collaboration

The first-time collaborators link up on JPEGMAFIA's latest album. JPEGMAFIA released his latest album, I LAY DOWN MY LIFE FOR YOU early Thursday morning. The album...

JPEGMAFIA & Vince Staples Make "New Black History" In First-Time Collaboration

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