A$AP Rocky is currently being detained in Stockholm, Sweden. The Harlem MC/producer is currently under investigation following a Sunday (June 30) altercation with two men. Rocky was in Stockholm for a concert amidst a set of European festival dates that the Polo Grounds/RCA Records artist must now miss. He was taken into custody Wednesday (July […]
While Madlib is generally noted for his calm demeanor, and speak less- do more mentality, on June 29th he used Twitter to make the least subtle of inferences. His flex: using an iPad, and solely an iPad to produce all the beats on Bandana with Freddie Gibbs. After dropping the incredulous claim, Madlib hopped in a […]
Ever since introducing React technology to the world in 2018, Nike has been looking to add the midsole material to pretty well any shoe that it can. Whether it be new silhouettes or already established classics, React technology can be found on a bevy of models and has instantly made these shoes more comfortable. There […]
On May 29, an on-duty, in-uniform police officer was caught on video pointing his weapon, shouting profanity, and threatening a young Black family in Phoenix, Arizona. The footage quickly went viral, sparking much controversy and social outrage. Following the incident, 22-year-old Dravon Ames and 24-year-old Aisha Harper officially filed their lawsuit against the city of […]
During a recent appearance on the “People’s Party With Talib Kweli,” former NBA star Lamar Odom shared some details about the advice Jay-Z once gave him, back when Odom was starting a record label. According to Odom, he had a rapper he wanted to turn into a star, but Jay-Z cautioned him to invest in something […]
Missy “Misdemeanor” Elliott has become the first female Hip-Hop artist to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall Of Fame. While JAY-Z became the first artist in Rap to join the prestigious circle two years ago, Missy follows a 2018 where Jermaine Dupri was admitted. Both appeared in New York City for their respective induction ceremonies, […]
We’ve all been waiting for some new music from Rihanna for what seems like the longest time. The Bajan beauty has been hard at work on expanding her empire and it’s all working out for her. She was crowned the wealthiest female musician in the world by Forbes last week and it’s all because of what […]
For more than 30 years, Houston, Texas has long been a significant player in the Rap music space. Crews ranging from the Geto Boys to Screwed Up Click to Swishahouse have led musical movements far beyond the city. Artists like Chamillionaire, Paul Wall, Lil Keke, Mike Jones, Trae Tha Truth, Slim Thug have paved the […]
New reports by HYPEBEAST indicate that the New York Police Department has officially created a “Rap Unit” which aims to monitor crime at Hip Hop concerts and shows. The on-the-ground operations will be conducted by the department’s Enterprise Operations Unit. Sources revealed that the specialized unit will act based on a weekly list of upcoming rap […]
Quai 54 is the only street basketball tournament in the world that is sponsored by Jordan Brand and has been a staple of the culture for years now. Of course, since it’s affiliated with Jordan Brand, there are always some pretty dope shoes to come out of the event. So far, Jumpman has unveiled the […]
