Pull up. The 2020 MTV VMAs virtual ceremony took place on Sunday evening (August 30) at various locations in New York City. Opening up the music video award ceremony in his signature red blazer and wounds, The Weeknd took to the Edge at Hudson Yards and performed “Blinding Lights”, before fireworks lit up the sky. … Read more2020 MTV VMAs Awards
No fear. Conway The Machine links with Dej Loaf for the latest offering off his From King To A God dropping September 11. Anchored by Hit-Boy and G. Ry’s triumphant beat, Conway gives praises to the most high and raps from rags to riches followed by an outro by Dej Loaf. Amen to that.
Mamba out. In celebration of the late Kobe Bryant’s 42nd birthday (April 23), Kendrick Lamar preaches Mama Mentality in Nike’s latest ad, Better. Accompanied with images of Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, as well as other athletes, Kendrick narrates Bryant’s influence as a better teacher, teammate, winner, loser, father, and more before the tribute fades … Read moreKendrick Lamar Pays Tribute To Kobe Bryant In Nike’s ‘Better’ Ad
Nearly 18 years since the murder of Jam Master Jay, two suspects have been arrested and charged in connection of the 2002 killing of the Run-MC member. On Monday (August 17), a federal grand jury indicted Ronald Washington and Karl Jordan, Jr. with murder while engaged in narcotics trafficking and firearm-related murder. Washington, 56, is … Read moreTwo Men Charged In Jam Master Jay’s Murder
Pull up. Gunna brings the “Wunna Flow” in his new music video featuring Yak Gotti. Directed by Louie Knows, the partially animated clip finds Gunna and Yak stunting from sun up to sun down. Landing out West from their private jet, they stunt in a Lamborghini, count their ends, pour out some lean and roll … Read moreNew Video: Gunna Ft. Yak Gotti “Wunna Flo”
2-0-2-0 XXL continues their yearly tradition highlighting Hip Hop’s rising stars, and has officially announced the freshman class of 2020. Making this year’s class include NLE Choppa, Polo G, Calboy, Lil Tjay, Fivio Foreign, Baby Keem, Jack Harlow, Rod Wave, Chika, Mulatto, Lil Keed, and 24Goldn. The late Pop Smoke accepted his induction to the … Read moreXXL 2020 Freshman Class
From downtown to home. Safely in the comfort of his own home, Anderson .Paak gave an impromptu performance on last night’s (August 11) The Late Late Show with James Corden. With his and Mac Miller’s framed picture behind him and a personalized George Floyd jersey displayed, Paak recited his politically-charged single on the drums along … Read moreAnderson .Paak “Lockdown” On The Late Late Show
Save the date. It’s been a long time coming, but Nas is coming and is bringing Hit-Boy along as an executive producer. On Monday (August 11), Esco and the super-producer made the official announcement with a trailer to the mysterious project showcasing the two inside the studio, followed by a release date of August 21. … Read moreNas & Hit-Boy Announce New Project
The Verzuz Effect. Thanks to Swizz Beatz and Timbaland, the current pandemic has been quite entertaining with their virtual music battles, Verzuz. For this month’s new digital issue, Billboard highlights Swizz Beatz, Timbaland, and their online sound clash phenomenon, which live streams two artists celebrating their music catalogs. Illustrated by Lyne Lucien, and written by … Read moreSwizz Beatz & Timberland Cover Billboard
I’m back. Juelz Santana has just been released from prison after serving nearly 20 months. In December of 2018, the Harlem rapper was ordered to serve 27 months after he attempting to board a plane with .38-caliber handgun and eight oxycodone pills at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey earlier that year in March. … Read moreJuelz Santana Released From Prison