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Hype Off Life 8/20/25 Hype Off Life 8/20/25

Gunna Stays Ahead of Health with First “WUNNA RUN 5K”

Fresh off the success of his new album, The Last Wun, Gunna is stepping outside of music to host the inaugural WUNNA RUN 5K at September 3rd at Prospect Park in Brooklyn. Presented with his nonprofit and NYCRUNS, the event merges fitness, philanthropy, and community empowerment

Hype Off Life 8/16/25 Hype Off Life 8/16/25

Busta Rhymes Set to Receive “Hip Hop Icon Award” During 51st Annual HARLEM DAY

Hip Hop’s rich history continues at the 51st annual HARLEM WEEK, as legendary rapper Busta Rhymes is set to receive the prestigious Hip Hop Icon Award during the event’s final day, HARLEM DAY.

Hype Off Life 8/7/25 Hype Off Life 8/7/25

Hip-Hop Legend Darryl “DMC” McDaniels Partners with Old York Cellars Winery for Epic Event

Old York Cellars, New Jersey’s premier winery teams with Darryl DMC McDaniels, legendary founding member of Run-DMC for the exclusive release of 2023 King DMC Reserve Wines

Hype Off Life 7/12/25 Hype Off Life 7/12/25

The Favored Flea: How Jordan Danielle Is Reimagining Entrepreneurship In LA

Jordan Danielle is cultivating something deeper — a marketplace where faith, creativity, and purpose meet. As the founder of The Favored Flea, Los Angeles’ first Christian-focused flea market, Jordan is creating space for Kingdom-minded brands and entrepreneurs to be seen, supported, and celebrated.

Hype Off Life 6/13/25 Hype Off Life 6/13/25

DRIP WITH DEPTH: LA COMMONS X SOLE FOLKS DROP MORE THAN MERCH

To celebrate 25 years of cultural impact, LA Commons teamed up with Leimert Park’s Sole Folks for a merch drop with real meaning. Inspired by the annual Festival of Masks, the launch event blended art, fashion, and purpose—complete with community panels, live DJ sets, and hands-on crafts. It wasn’t just a party—it was a reminder that drip hits different when it’s rooted in legacy, leadership, and Black creativity.

Keisha M. Tarver 1/29/25 Keisha M. Tarver 1/29/25

FeedSpot Ranks Hype Off Life Top 3 Hip Hop Magazine

We did it! Hype Off Life has officially been named a Top 3 Hip Hop Magazine in the world by FeedSpot. From humble beginnings to global recognition, our mission to celebrate Hip Hop and uplift voices continues to pay off. This win is for every artist, reader, and supporter who's rocked with us from day one. Hard work does pay off. Thank you!