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Spec Kay & Dubbisdope Drop ‘Lady’s Love’ Debut Album
Spec Kay and Dubbisdope are twin brothers, self-produced artists, and founding members of the San Antonio collective FRITOGANG. Now stepping into a new chapter, they’ve released Lady’s Love
Yonny Is Making Moves & Bringing Seattle with Him
From his Sounders FC x HOMETEAM campaign with Ken Griffey Jr. to sets at Wonderfront Fest and features on Ebro Show, Yonny is kind of a big deal
Shoreline Mafia Continue Reunion Campaign with New Single & Tour
Known for their nonchalant flows and clean bass party anthems, OhGeesy and Fenix Flexin are back to reclaim their rightful throne
Slick Rick & Idris Elba Pay Homage to Their British Roots in “Badman Generation”
“This is actually who we are and what we experienced in life, our influences were us” - Idris Elba
Am I The Drama? Is Cardi B’s New #1
Cardi B is back and heating up the streets. “Am I The Drama?” has fans talking for more reasons than one.
LLV Ushers in a New Wave of Transparency in Chicago Hip Hop
Chicago artist/producer, LLV is ushering in a new era of transparency in Hip Hop. From his early days as Von to producing his own music and becoming a mental health advocate, LLV channels pain, perseverance, and purpose into every track
Coi Leray Drops “Pink Money” With G Herbo & Bktherula
Featuring G Herbo and Bktherula “Pink Money” marks Coi Leray’s first official release since dropping her What Happened to Forever EP, stylishly ushering in a bold new era for one of Rap’s most dynamic and genre-defying voices
Yakiyn Smashes Glass Ceilings with Global Ambitions
Holding collaborations with Doechii, Doe Boy, and Isaiah Rashad under his belt, plus his 1 million streams and being tapped to model for TDE and Yeezy, Yakiyn is kind of a big deal.
DaeShawn Forrest’s Long Live Proves Authenticity is Still Alive
DaeShawn Forrest’s new album Long Live proves that introspective Hip Hop is alive and thriving. The Bay Area emcee blends soulful production, relatable lyricism, and faith-filled storytelling, uncovering new layers of his journey.
JoeThePoet: The Storyteller Hip Hop Has Been Craving
From Dubai to the legendary S.O.B.’s in New York, JoeThePoet has built a global presence with sharp lyricism, undeniable performances, and ventures that reach far beyond rap. His upcoming album Half Time marks his most powerful chapter yet.
Shark’s Don’t Sink: R. on Breaking Through & Building Carson’s Hip Hop Hub
After 20 years of staying on his grind, Carson emcee and producer Rashad Rahman aka R. is finally breaking through. With his Studio B, he’s building a hub for artists while proving that authenticity and perseverance are the secret sauce of success
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.
Chance the Rapper Crafts a Singular Black Diasporic Experience On “Star Line” Album
After six years of international travels, growth, and artistic immersion, Chance the Rapper is back with his long-awaited third studio album, Star Line. The album is a reflection of Chance’s global journey, artistically, spiritually, and physically since we last heard from him on 2019’s Big Day
Bryan "Harvest Blaque" Hancock Embodies Hip Hop at Its Core
From Hip Hop and Spoken Word to finding fulfillment via mentorship, Virginia’s Bryan "Harvest Blaque" Hancock embodies Hip Hop’s essence of positivity and empowerment
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
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