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Cash Cobain opens up about the criticism his collaboration with J. Cole and more

Cash Cobain Defends J. Cole Collab & Aspires To Play His Music For Pharrell

Atlanta, GA

The wax figure was created by Mr. Officials, who was in the running for the $100K Nipsey Hussle Business Grant. In March 2019, Nipsey Hussle's life was tragically cut short, but his legacy lives on. The West Coast icon continues to get the recognition he deserves for his contributions to hip-hop and more, most recently at Invest Fest in Atlanta. In a clip making its rounds online, a Nipsey Hussle wax figure is unveiled at the event, and the crowd goes wild.

Nipsey Hussle Wax Figure Impresses Atlanta Fans At Invest Fest

2 Live Crew founder Uncle Luke's half-joke about sexualized female rappers such as Sexyy Redd, Ice Spice and Megan Thee Stallion owing him royalties is actually no laughing matter, according to Ed Lover.

Ed Lover Backs Uncle Luke Female Rapper Shakedown On Megan Thee Stallion, Ice Spice

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	Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson’s 49th birthday was three days ago, but he’s still in a celebratory mood.'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Finale Leaks on Social Media




	If there was any question as “Fiddy” nears 50 whether he’s still at the top of his game, the answer arrives with him at the photo shoot for this story: The rapper turned mogul brings $3.5 million in cold hard cash, most of it stuffed into two heavy black suitcases. Some is assembled into a square stool that he sits on while smoking a cigar. Every now and then, as he poses for photos,...

50 Cent on Conquering TV, His Beef With Diddy and Why He Brought $3.5M to Our Photo Shoot

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

Hip-hop is more than just a genre; it’s a cultural movement that has shaped the sound, style, and attitude of generations worldwide. From the gritty streets of New York to the sunny coasts of California, rap has given rise to some of the most iconic voices in music history. These artists have not only dominated the charts but have also pushed the boundaries of what’s possible in the world of music, storytelling, and social commentary. Whether it’s through their complex lyricism, groundbreaking production, or larger-than-life personas, these rappers have left an indelible mark on the industry. In this article, we dive into the top 15 most popular and influential rappers of all time—artists who have defined the genre, inspired countless others, and captivated audiences across the globe. Get ready to explore the legends who turned rhymes into anthems, and beats into a universal language that resonates with millions. These are the titans of hip-hop, the game-changers, and the trailblazers whose influence will be felt for generations to come.

15 Best Rappers of All Time

New York City, NY

JAY-Z was spotted rocking a super-rare sneaker during his appearance at Fanatics Fest in New York over the weekend. The NIGO Nike Air Force 1s Hov sported are from a collaboration between artist manager Steven Victor (Pusha T, the late Pop Smoke) and NIGO. The kicks are not available in stores and reportedly are one of only 25 pairs made.

JAY-Z Flexes Ultra Rare NIGO Nike Air Force 1s At Fanatics Fest

The East Coast versus West Coast feud between Death Row and Bad Boy was a tumultuous time in hip-hop that resulted in the deaths of two icons, 2Pac and Biggie Smalls. However, their music is still popular to this day, and they continue to impact the culture. Despite their early...

Harmonised hip-hop: The only songs to feature both 2Pac and Biggie Smalls

Discover the untold story of Rich The Kid’s early days with the Migos. Hear him share heartwarming tales of friendship and comradery before they made it big in the rap industry. Rich The Kid has opened up about what life was like living with arguably one of the greatest...

Rich The Kid Shared Bed With Takeoff & Argued With Quavo Prior To Migos Quality Control Deal

Los Angeles, CA

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Nipsey Hussle's brother, Blacc Sam, has revealed that proper protocol wasn't being followed on the day his brother was murdered in March of 2019. Nipsey Hussle's Brother Reveals Protocol Failure During Nipsey's Murder. On Friday (Aug. 9), radio personality Big Boy premiered his new interview with Nipsey Hussle's older brother...

Nipsey Hussle’s Brother Explains How Proper Protocol Wasn’t Followed the Day Rapper Was Murdered

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A package containing 16 bricks of suspected cocaine was discovered by guests on a beach in the Florida Keys, according to authorities. In a Facebook post, the Monroe County, Fla., Sheriff’s Office said the package was discovered Sunday by guests of the Islands of Islamorada resort, a resort nearly 80 miles outside Miami. The package, wrapped in blue tape with a photo of a beach buggy on the front, was turned over to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection for further inspection.

Bricks of cocaine washed up on a Florida beach. Here's why it keeps happening

Los Angeles County, CA

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As Alfalfa in the classic Our Gang/Little Rascals comedic feature film shorts-turned-TV-series, former child star Carl "Alfalfa" Switzer brought to the screen his unique brand of humor, coupled with an unmelodic voice, freckles, and a protruding hair cowlick. The Gang/Rascals franchise was later rebooted on the big screen with a cast of new young stars.

Carl "Alfalfa" Switzer: A Tragic Child Star Story of a Dog, a Few Dollars, and a Deadly Altercation

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	The rapper and TV mogul is making a documentary about his long-time rival.

50 Cent Calls Himself The Only Person From ‘Hip-Hop Culture’ Who Has ‘Produced Quality Projects’ (Including A Doc About Diddy)

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Yung Miami is speaking out for the first time about her former relationship with disgraced music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs after his bombshell lawsuits and sex trafficking investigation.

The former City Girls rapper — born Caresha Brownlee — said her arrangement with Combs was “beneficial” for both of them during Thursday’s episode of her “Caresha Please” podcast. 

“I think that I was able to come in and be a brand ambassador for DeLeon [Tequila] and take it to a whole ‘nother level,” she said.

“I feel like I was an asset. I honestly feel like with Diddy … I don’t know what...

Yung Miami says her relationship with Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs was ‘beneficial’ for both of them: ‘I want to become a mogul’

(New York, NY – Friday, August 16, 2024) 9x GRAMMY® award winning, 2x Oscar nominated and 1x Emmy award winning artist, producer, actress and entrepreneur Mary J. Blige releases a brand new single “Breathing” featuring Fabolous – listen HERE. Blige will also drop a music video for the song at 11AM EST that can be watched HERE.

MARY J. BLIGE RELEASES NEW SINGLE “BREATHING” FEATURING FABOLOUS

Roc-A-Fella Records co-founder Kareem Burke, Vast Aire, DJ Eclipse, Shyheim and DJ COOL V, DJ EFN, Percee P and DJ Clue were among the many others expressing their condolences. Kid Capri shared a somber message with his Instagram followers on Saturday (August 4), revealing M.O.P. affiliate Foxx had died. The...

Kid Capri Reveals M.O.P. Affiliate Foxx Has Died: DJ Premier, Fat Joe, Prince Po & More React

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	Lil Rod has been mostly out of the public eye since filing his sexual assault lawsuit against Diddy, and that has been purposeful. The producer recently did his first interview since the filing, revealing his fears and struggles as he continues to seek justice against the Bad Boy founder.Diddy Reportedly Invested Money Into Elon Musk's Twitter Purchase




	Rod, who claims he was instrumental in Puff’s Grammy-nominated October 2023 LP The Love Album: Off The Grid, claims that he has been having suicidal thoughts, is worried he may get killed if he is seen in public, and has been struggling financially. “There...

Lil Rod Claims He’s In Hiding From “Monster” Diddy: “He’s Nothing To Be Played With”

Dame Dash isn't fazed by JAY-Z's attorneys filing a notice that the rights to his 1996 album Reasonable Doubt will switch from Roc-A-Fella to his possession in 2031. The label's co-founder is still trying to sell off his shares of the company and reaffirmed his plans in a post on Instagram on Tuesday. "They can say what they want, this sh*t is still for sale," he clarified. "You’re not buying a copyright, you’re buying a piece of a company ROC A FELLA INC. Please only serious inquiries only!"

Dame Dash Fires Back At JAY-Z For His Latest Move Regarding "Reasonable Doubt"

Cordae and Anderson .Paak have come together once again on a new song called ‘Summer Drop’. The two had been teasing the track for the past week or so and going by the snippet, we had our expectations high. The full song is here and it doesn’t disappoint. The tune comes along with a summer themed video shot on the west coast — watch it below. The two have previously collaborated on the songs ‘Two Tens‘ and ‘RNP‘.

Cordae & Anderson .Paak Join Forces on New Single ‘Summer Drop’ Prod. by J. Cole: Watch

Machine Gun Kelly recently shared his thoughts on the stigma associated with being a "white rapper" during an appearance on Logan Paul's 'Impaulsive' podcast Tuesday. The 34-year-old artist discussed how this stereotype impacts him personally. "I won't deny that there is a subconscious stigma around that — being white in...

Machine Gun Kelly Shares The Stigma Of Being A 'White Rapper' And Concerns About Country Music Crossover

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Gucci Mane and DJ Drama, back in the trunk

The writing was on the wall for trap mixtapes when law enforcement officials raided the offices of DJ Drama’s Affiliates Music Group in 2007, arresting him...

Gucci Mane and DJ Drama, back in the trunk

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