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One year ago this week, Kendrick Lamar and Drake engaged in a monumental rapid-fire rap beef, trading scathing diss songs like “Euphoria” and “Family Matters” back-to-back, sometimes in a matter of minutes. On the night of May 3, fans couldn’t even absorb the potency of Drake’s “Family Matters” before Lamar dropped the even more scathing “Meet the Grahams” 24 minutes later. The two rap icons had been in a cold war for years, but social media started buzzing once their subliminals turned into headline-worthy accusations of assault, infidelity, and hidden children.

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Is Nicki Minaj pregnant?

After recent whispers about another child on the way, fans are reminded of how guarded the rapper often is about her family life.

Considering some of her choices, that is no surprise.

Here is everything that we know about Nicki’s family, children, and more.

Rapper and singer Nicki Minaj arrives for the MTV Video Music Awards at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, on September 12, 2023. (Photo Credit: Angela Weiss/Afp via Getty Images) What is Nicki Minaj’s real name?

Nicki Minaj was born on December 8, 1982. Her real name is Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty.

The -Petty hyphenate is a byproduct of her unfortunate marriage to Kenneth Petty, her childhood sweetheart and now her husband. He is also a convicted sexual predator.

Though Nicki previously dated noted hottie Safaree Samuels and then another rapper, Meek Mill, Petty is the father of her child.

On the morning of April 22, 2022, Rakim Mayers, the 33-year-old Harlem rapper better known as A$AP Rocky, returned to Los Angeles from a long vacation with his superstar girlfriend, Rihanna, in her home country of Barbados. After stepping off the private jet at Lax, Mayers was arrested by LAPD officers and thrown in jail. He was charged with two felony counts of assault for allegedly firing two shots that grazed the knuckles of Terrell Ephron, a former member of Mayers’ hip-hop collective A$AP Mob who went by A$AP Relli, during a scuffle at a West Hollywood parking garage the previous November. Out on bail, Mayers rejected a plea deal to serve just six months in prison, opting instead to fight the charges in court. Faced with a career-ending, life-shattering maximum sentence of 24 years, Mayers turned to a high-profile hometown lawyer known for successfully defending rappers and entertainers, including Michael Jackson,...

Meek Mill has shot down a claim made by imprisoned rapper Luce Cannon that he and some folks once kidnapped Mill over his posts on Twitter.

In a clip from DJ Akademiks’ podcast, Cannon — who’s part of the Rollin’ 60s Crip gang and is behind bars for federal charges surrounding a Rico case — claimed that Ross paid off a $50,000 ransom to release Mill. The “Levels” rapper was quick to reject the narrative, sharing a screenshot of the article and laughing off the allegation in a post.

“This guy must...

For years, Wendy Williams was the queen of daytime gossip, delivering the latest celebrity news with her signature no-holds-barred style. But after a shocking collapse on live TV, her life took a drastic turn.

Now, after being diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia and placed under guardianship, Williams is fighting back—this time to regain control of her legal representation.

Wendy Williams Challenges Her Guardianship

Williams has been under a strict conservatorship since 2022, a year before her devastating diagnosis of primary progressive aphasia and dementia.

Sabrina Morrissey, her court-appointed guardian, has had full control over her finances and well-being. However, Williams has made it clear that she no longer trusts the system that has been managing her life.

Currently, she is represented by guardianship attorney Sadatu Salami, but she is pushing to add another lawyer to her case. Before this can happen, a Lincoln hearing will determine if Williams is mentally capable of making such a decision.

If there is one thing that can make or break your outfits, it has got to be your shoes. As the foundation of your look, the right footwear can basically take your appearance to the next level, and who would know this better than sneakerheads who know the A-z of the sneaker world? Just ask Ben Affleck! Whether it is obsessing over the Og Jordans from 1985 or owning a pair of sneakers worth a whopping $280K, Ben Affleck has proven that he isn’t here to play around.

Ben Affleck in Air (2023) | Credits: Artists Equity

While attending the ultimate sneaker convention, Got Sole, Ben Affleck’s obsession over sneakers was quite evident from how he reacted to some of the best pieces to come out of the industry. What’s more interesting is that his son, Samuel, shares the same love as his father.

Ben Affleck goes shopping for sneakers...

Philly rapper Fridayy debuted the music for his single “Proud of Me” with Meek Mill today. The four-minute visual was shot in the rappers’ hometown, giving the reflective track a sentimental feel. “Proud of Me” is a single from Fridayy’s new album, Some Days I’m Good, Some Days I’m Not, which was released today.

The video begins with solo shots of Fridayy interspersed with photos of his late father, who casts a heavy presence over Some Days I’m Good, Some Day I’m Not. It was...

When I open my Zoom session with Chicago producer Young Chop, his display photo is a picture of him shirtless, flashing a wad of cash. “Boy, that ain’t never your Zoom picture!” his manager Jessie “Jay Boogie” Green jokes. Chop flashes a beaming grin when he turns his camera on, riding in the passenger seat while traveling through his native Chicago. His trademark locs are gone. Instead, he’s rocking a small Afro. He says he took the money-flashing photo at 18, in 2012, after reaping the rewards from his work with Chief Keef,...

A Los Angeles jury has acquitted A$AP Rocky of two firearm assault charges stemming from his altercation with former friend A$AP Relli that ended with the sound of gunfire on a Hollywood street corner three years ago.

Rocky, born Rakim Mayers, stood calmly in a pinstripe suit as jurors filed in for the verdict after only three hours of deliberation Tuesday. His superstar partner Rihanna sat in the front row next to his sister, Erika B, and bowed her head as the clerk read the decision.

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Roots Picnic will return to the Mann in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia on May 31 and June 1. The weekend will feature the Roots celebrating the 30th anniversary of Do You Want More?!!!??!, as well as leading appearances from D’Angelo, Lenny Kravitz, Meek Mill, GloRilla, Miguel, Tems, Latto, Kaytranada, and more.

Jeezy will celebrate the 20th anniversary of his album Let’s Get It: Thug Motivation 101, while Musiq Soulchild will celebrate the 25th anniversary of his album Aijuswanaseing. J. Period will bring Black Thought, 2 Chainz, and Pusha T together for a live mixtape,...

Drake’s feud with Kendrick Lamar has been making the headlines throughout this past year. However, it’s definitely not his first time beefing with another rapper. From Pusha T, Ludacris, and Chris Brown, to Megan Thee Stallion and more, he has squared up to many fellow rappers over the years.

Drake in the album cover of Take Care | Credits: Young Money / Republic

Although he has since made up with many of them, he has also taken liberties to create new ones in the meantime. One among his many feuds, though, sort of followed a similar pattern to the one he had with Kendrick Lamar.

With corresponding blow after blow, the two heat up the rap circles for a while. Interestingly, though, the one to emerge victorious at that time was Drake.

Drake’s feud with rapper Meek Mill had a similar rhythm to the one with Kendrick Lamar

As stated above,...

After Sunday’s Super Bowl halftime show, Kendrick Lamar’s music saw a significant jump in streams on Spotify. On Monday, the streaming service announced that the rapper’s music saw a 175 percent spike in the U.S. in the three immediate hours after the game wrapped.

After the performance, Lamar’s streaming numbers saw significant jumps for individual songs from the set list, led by his Grammy-winning Drake diss track “Not Like Us,” which saw a whopping 430 percent jump in streams. Damn‘s “Humble.” went up 300 percent, Black Panther...

Super Bowl Lix has come to an end with the Philadelphia Eagles defeating the Kansas City Chiefs in an incredible display of dominance. With an insane score of 40-22, the champions have lifted the trophy, blocking their opponents from becoming the team with three back-to-back Super Bowl wins. It simply was not a day for the Reds. Of course, both teams had massive celebrity support, including Bradley Cooper who was loud and proud of his favorite team.

Bradley Cooper in The Hangover | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures

Bradley Cooper has been linked with Gigi Hadid for a while now and they were even spotted together quite a few times, including on Valentine’s Day last year. So far, their relationship seems to be going great if the rumors are to be believed. However, one may say that Bradley Cooper supporting the Eagles may come off as him going against his woman.

So many stars stepped out to attend Michael Rubin’s annual Fanatics Super Bowl Party ahead of the big game on Saturday night (February 8) in New Orleans, Louisiana.

The big game takes place and Sunday and sees the Kansas City Chiefs facing off against the Philadelphia Eagles. It could be a historic game if the Chiefs win as they’ll become the first team to win three Super Bowls in a row.

Ahead of the game, a horde of celebrities including Ciara, Emma Roberts, Martha Stewart, Miles Teller and Diplo attended the party at The Sugar Mill. We pulled together pics of more than 50 stars who were there!

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Keep scrolling to see photos of all of the attendees at the event…

Emma Roberts

Martha Stewart

Ciara

Travis Scott

Post Malone

Latto

Lala Anthony

Miles Teller

Gayle King

Kevin Costner

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Kendrick Lamar, the Compton-born hip-hop visionary whose music has consistently redefined the genre, continued his reign over rap at the 2025 Grammys. With his 2024 anthem “Not Like Us,” Lamar swept five awards, including song of the year, record of the year, best rap song, best music video and best rap performance. The night marked not just a celebration of his music, but a reminder of his unmatched ability to bridge artistry, commercial success and cultural commentary.

As Lamar walked to the stage to accept his record of the year Grammy for “Not Like Us,” a legion of audience members, including Beyoncé and Taylor Swift, danced and sang along to some of the song’s most incendiary lyrics as they blasted triumphantly from the house speakers. For however controversial the song may be to some, it’s worth noting Kendrick didn’t make “A minorrrrr” into a refrain until after Drake levied...

With the aftermath of the Los Angeles wildfires as a dramatic backdrop, A$AP Rocky’s criminal trial over charges he fired shots at his former friend A$AP Relli on a Hollywood, California, street three years ago remains on track to start next week.

Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Mark S. Arnold said jury selection will begin Tuesday. Rocky, born Rakim Mayers, was ordered to appear in person each day. Prosecutors said they planned to make a new plea-deal offer to Mayers before the expected 15-day trial gets underway.

Besides plenty of hit songs, Drake has established himself as one of the wealthiest rappers in the game. Despite some feuds, Drake’s net worth is certainly not something to diss.

While most people think of Drake (whose real name is Aubrey Graham) for his countless hits, the rapper has been in the public eye for most of his life.

Drake began his career as an actor, and he’s still remembered by many Degrassi fans for his portrayal of Jimmy on the teen drama. In the late aughts, the actor made the transition to music, and he’s become a global superstar.

Since pivoting to music, many of his records have been regarded as classics, like Thank Me Later and If You’re Reading This, It’s Too Late. Throughout his career, Drake has broken and set streaming and Billboard records.

Rapper, songwriter, and icon Drake attends a game...

“Tweaker” is one of the big new TikTok songs, and it’s reportedly led to a big recording contract for LiAngelo Ball, otherwise known as Gelo, who also raps under the alias G3!

The track has run up big numbers on the social media platform, specifically the catchy part where he declares: “I might swerve, bend the corner, whoah-oh-oh / B-tch, hold on tight ’cause I tweak in this b-tch, start lettin’ sh-t go. ”

The 26-year-old former basketball star, and the older brother of Charlotte Hornets point guard Lamelo Ball and the younger brother of Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball has a certified viral hit on his hands, and just signed a deal with Def Jam and Universal Music Group, via ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Keep reading to find out more…

“LiAngelo Ball has signed a deal with Def Jam and Universal Music Group, a representative from his label Born2Ball Music Group says.

Nicki Minaj is one of the most important names in rap music today, so it's not surprising that the iconic musician has a high net worth in 2024. Her debut album, Pink Friday, was released in 2010 and topped the Billboard 200. In total, Minaj has released five studio albums, with the most recent being 2023's Pink Friday 2. Minaj is known for her high-production music videos and multiple awards nominations. Though she has never won a Grammy, she has been nominated 12 times, and has taken home five Billboard Music Awards.

Minaj was born in Saint James, Trinidad and Tobago to parents Robert and Carol. She moved to South Jamaica, Queens, New York City when she was five, and has spoken frequently about her troubled childhood and her father's "violent" temper. In her romantic life, Minaj has dated rappers Safree Samuels from 2003-2011 and Meek Mill from 2015-2017. In 2019, Minaj married her childhood friend,...

Thanks to how famous the Kardashian/Jenner family is, the reality TV clan has proven how good they are at garnering attention. Some examples of that include the fact that there have been stories about Kris Jenner's health issues and allegations she influenced her daughters to get plastic surgery. That said, Kim Kardashian gets the most attention as headlines about her first marriage, how wealthy she is, her quickie divorce, and how she makes people rich prove.

Since it can sometimes seem like there are new headlines about Kim each week, some trends about her can fly under the radar. One perfect example of that is the fact that many fans don't realize that there has been a trend of Kim being accused of being a cheater.

Kanye "Ye" West Seemed To Imply Kim Kardashian Cheated On Him

After first becoming a couple, Kim Kardashian and Kanye "Ye" West spent many years together.

Why Was Diddy’s Son Banned From Renting Party Homes In LA? (Photo Credit – Koimoi)

Sean Diddy Combs’ son is following in his father’s footsteps, but not in the way many would hope. It has been reported that Justin Combs, the son of the disgraced rapper, might just find himself shut out of the luxury home rental market for properties.

A broker of mansions in Southern California said the 30-year-old is turning out to be just like his father, who was infamous for his extravagant parties in the 2000s.

A Facilitator Of The Rich And Famous Opted Not To Rent A Luxe Home To Justin Combs

“The company that I work with rented houses to Justin,” alleged an LA-based facilitator for the rich and famous. “He would say, ‘I’m having 20 people over.’ But there would be 200 and then they would wreck the house. It’s gotten to the...

New Revelations About Sean Diddy Combs’ Party Revealed By An Insider ( Photo Credit – Facebook )

Sean Diddy Combs is awaiting his trial, which will be held next year. Things have been starting to unravel ever since his former girlfriend, Cassandra Ventura, accused him last year. Now, an insider has shared a few details about one of his parties and the conditions he had for the venue he rented for the event. It was reportedly a party Diddy hosted for rapper Meek Mill. Scroll below for the deets.

P Diddy is facing multiple allegations, including sex trafficking, sexual misconduct, and grooming. The police arrested the music mogul in September this year. He was denied bail twice. Diddy’s White Parties have been a trending topic in the media, and several eminent Hollywood personalities’ names came up in the mix, including Leonardo DiCaprio’s.

According to the Hindustan Times report, new footage has been revealed,...

In the heat of their battle this summer, Drake sarcastically rapped, “Kendrick just opened his mouth, someone go hand him a Grammy right now” on the track “Family Matters.” Well, the Recording Academy decided to actually put Kendrick in the running for five Grammys for his magnum opus of a response, “Not Like Us.” The song is nominated for both Record and Song of the Year, Best Rap Song, Best Rap Performance, and Best Music Video. Additionally, Mustard, the record’s producer and an architect of modern Los Angeles hip-hop,...

Megan Thee Stallion has taken the reins of her own story with Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words, a new documentary on Amazon. At nearly two hours long, the film tackles some of her toughest times and biggest wins. Here are 10 of its boldest moments.

Anime Illustrates Megan’s Most Traumatic Moments

Megan has never shied away from the fact that she’s a huge “weeb,” but until now, her love of anime and Japanese culture has been a more playful part of her trajectory. The documentary, however, uses the...

After the Yankees beat the Dodgers 11-4 last night, the 2024 World Series continues with a fifth game tonight in New York.

The team that wins four games in the best-of-seven championship will take home the Commissioner’s Trophy. All games will be broadcast on Fox, and the first two American League vs. National League MLB games took place last Friday and Saturday at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. The next three games are played at Yankee Stadium, and the final two (if necessary) will return to L.A.

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When: Oct. 30, Nov. 1-2, starting at 5:08 p.m. Pt/8:08 p.m. Et Channel: Fox Stream online: DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling

Ice Cube performed “It Was A Good Day” and other hits during game two, while Fat Joe repped the Big Apple with his performance at game three.

The list of celebrities that are being named alongside Diddy has been getting longer and longer. The most recent addition to this seems to be Drake. However, for the first time this year, the singer has been put on the right side of the situation. It would seem that the two music moguls have been at odds with each other for many years now, having some very public altercations.

Diddy | Credits: Shamsuddin Muhammad via Wikimedia Commons, Creative Commons Attribution 2.0

There have been several instances where the two have spoken about each other publicly. However, the situation between the two seemed to be so heated that Kanye West once revealed that Jay-Z had to mediate between the two at one of his fashion shows.

Diddy and Drake—A Peculiar Rivalry

In 2014, there were rumors of a heated interaction between Sean “Diddy” Combs and Drake in a Miami nightclub. There were several...

On Wednesday October 16 2024, TV One broadcasts Celebrity Crime Files!

Meek Mill Season 4 Episode 8 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Celebrity Crime Files” titled “Meek Mill” promises to take viewers on a deep dive into the life and legal challenges of the famous rapper. This episode will focus on Meek Mill’s experiences within the U.S. justice system, highlighting the difficulties he faced due to probation violations. It aims to shed light on the systemic flaws that can impact individuals caught in the legal system.

Throughout the episode, Meek Mill’s journey will be explored, showing how his struggles led him to become a strong advocate for legal reform. The program will detail key moments in his life, illustrating how he transitioned from being a figure in the music industry to a voice for change. His story serves as a powerful example of the challenges many face, particularly regarding racial disparities in the justice system.

Fat Joe returned as host of this year’s BET Hip-Hop Awards, where Megan Thee Stallion, Kendrick Lamar, and Drake dominated the nominations. Kendrick Lamar, capping off a historic year, received 11 nominations and eight awards, including hip-hop artist of the year. Future and Metro Boomin received the award for best duo as well as best collaboration.

21 Savage and rising New York drill rappers 41 received four nominations each, while A$AP Rocky, Common, Lil Wayne, Pete Rock, and Sexyy Red each received three nominations. Other nominated artists include Central Cee, Doja Cat,...

On Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at 10:00 Pm, TV One will air an important episode of “Celebrity Crime Files” titled “Meek Mill.” This episode focuses on the significant legal struggles faced by the well-known rapper and how his experiences shed light on the flaws within the U.S. justice system.

The episode takes viewers through Meek Mill’s legal odyssey, detailing his challenges with probation violations and the consequences that followed. His story reveals not just personal setbacks but also highlights broader systemic issues that affect many individuals, especially within marginalized communities. By sharing his journey, the episode aims to spark conversations about the racial disparities that persist in the legal system.

As Meek Mill evolves from being a subject of scrutiny to becoming a powerful advocate for legal reform, the episode showcases his efforts to bring attention to these pressing issues. His transformation from a struggling artist to a voice for change is inspiring and impactful.

Given the recent allegations against music mogul Sean P Diddy Combs, several institutes and organizations have distanced themselves from him, severing all ties with the rapper. One of the prominent institutions is Howard University, which conferred an honorary degree to the rapper in 2014.

Bill Cosby | Credit: Jimmy Fallon / YouTube

While the university was quick to distance itself from Diddy, a glaring inconsistency lingers: Bill Cosby, who was convicted of s*xual assault in 2018, still holds an honorary degree from Howard. While some charges against the former ‘America’s Dad’ have been proved correct, the question remains: Why Howard has yet to take the same decisive action with Cosby?

Howard University Distances Itself From Sean P Diddy Combs Diddy | Image by Arthur, licensed under Cc By-sa 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Sean P Diddy Combs has had a controversial life despite his music empire. But things took a turn for the worse when...

Mental health has been a growing topic of discussion, with more people opening up about their struggles and advocating for change. Celebrities, too, have joined the conversation, using their platforms to bring attention to mental health awareness. However, as with many things on the internet, not everyone reacts kindly to these efforts.

[Meek Mill in 1942 Flows (Official Video) | YouTube]

Rapper Meek Mill recently found himself on the receiving end of intense online backlash after posting about mental health on X (formerly Twitter). The response? A flood of mocking tweets, from accusations to conspiracies! The entire saga spiraled out of control, revealing just how quickly conversations can veer into toxic territory online.

Meek Mill Gets Destroyed on Social Media [Meek Mill in Times Like This, music video | Meek Mill/YouTube)

Rapper Meek Mill and his public advocacy on various social issues was recently met with intense backlash after posting a tweet promoting mental health awareness. While Mill’s tweet was intended to...

When That’s So Raven star Orlando Brown spoke out against Diddy in the past, fans ignored him. However, Diddy’s recent arrest on federal charges has made them revisit these allegations. Some fans even demanded an apology for Brown, whose claims were viewed as salacious gossip.

Diddy in a resurfaced clip from The Wendy Williams Show | Credits: Debmar-Mercury

Brown claimed that Sean “Diddy” Combs went after every new talent who appeared at his parties, hinting that he made s*xual advances towards them. People did not believe in Brown, especially after his credibility took a hit after his drug use and other legal issues. He also later shared contradictory statements, allegedly supporting Diddy.

After Diddy’s Arrest, Fans Are Now Ready To Hear Orlando Brown’s Side Orlando Brown in That’s So Raven | Credits: Disney Channel

Former child actor Orlando Brown has had a troubling period in his personal life...

Rich Homie Quan’s cause of death was ruled an accidental drug overdose, according the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office on Tuesday.

Fentanyl, alprazolam, codeine, promethazine, and Thc were found in the rapper’s system, per the medical examiner’s report obtained by Rolling Stone. Quan, whose real name was Dequantes Devontay Lamar, died Sept. 5 at the age of 34.

Lamar was found unresponsive at his home in Atlanta by his girlfriend. Police officers did not determine any foul play, stating that “Mr. Lamar did not appear to be alert,...

Megan Thee Stallion is the most nominated artist at the 2024 BET Hip-Hop Awards with 12 nominations. The Houston rapper is trailed only by Kendrick Lamar, who racked up 11 nominations, with his most nominated releases being “Not Like Us” and his featured verse on Metro Boomin’s “Like That.” Meanwhile, Drake — the target of those two songs — is nominated for eight awards at this year’s ceremony. The awards show will premiere on BET on Tuesday, October 15 at 8 p.m. Est.

Fat Joe will return as host of the show, which finds...

On Monday night, Homeland Security arrested Sean Combs in the lobby of the Hyatt Park Hotel in Manhattan. The music mogul was unsurprised by the arrest and had returned to New York in full cooperation with the authorities.

Combs’ defense lawyer Marc Agnifilo said, “We are disappointed with the decision to pursue what we believe is an unjust prosecution.” His arrest was reportedly meant to occur on Tuesday, but due to unknown circumstances, it came earlier.

A grand jury indictment brought by the Justice Department’s New York Southern District office prompted the arrest, following months of an ongoing investigation into Combs and his enterprises, including Bad Boy Records and Revolt TV & Media.

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In March, Homeland Security raided his homes in Los Angeles and Miami. The raid was described as “nothing more than...

Over 50,000 people watched via livestream as hundreds filed into South Fulton’s World Changers Church International to pay their respects at the funeral of Dequantes Devontay Lamar, Rich Homie Quan, 34. As the choir sang “I shall Wear A Crown,” a song traditionally sung in Black Christian churches about the afterlife and their awaited return to Jesus, Quan’s family physically placed a golden crown on top of his head, as funeral directors prepared to close the casket. Moments later, the City Council of Atlanta would give a proclamation announcing that “this day.

Rich Homie Quan, who created Atlanta rap hits in the 2010s as a solo artist and member of Rich Gang, died Thursday at the age of 33. The Fulton County Medical Examiner and a family member confirmed his death to Rolling Stone, but a cause of death was not immediately available.

Born Dequantes Lamar, Rich Homie Quan made his mainstream breakthrough in 2013 with the catchy tracks “Type of Way” and Yg’s “My Nigga,” though he gained traction in his hometown of Atlanta as early as 2008 with the song “Stay Down” featuring the Stack Money Boyz.

“Wop, wop, wop, wop, wop.” Those five words are among the most memorable of all the vicious punches thrown by Kendrick Lamar in his Drake diss track “Not Like Us” — and now, they have inspired a video game. Not Like Us: The Game is a web-based whack-a-mole clone based on the imagery from the song’s music video, in which, accompanying those very words, Kendrick beats an owl piñata until its candy innards pour out.

But to the game’s designer, Richie Branson (real name Marcus Brown II), the game...

50 Cent, Kid Rock, and John Rich, of Big & Rich, are among the artists who took to social media to voice their concerns following the shooting at Donald Trump’s Butler, Pennsylvania rally on Saturday. The presumptive GOP presidential nominee was rushed offstage after gunshots were fired. He is “safe” after the incident, according to the Secret Service.

The suspected shooter fired multiple shots while outside the venue where Trump’s rally took place, per the Service Service. The shooter is dead and one attendee was killed, according to agency spokesperson Anthony Guglielmi.

On June 14, entrepreneur and infamous Fyre Fest organizer Billy McFarland uploaded a photo of himself alongside former president and presumptive 2024 Republican nominee Donald Trump to Instagram. His caption read, “Pres’ birthday featuring your new cabinet.” While that’s not likely to happen, McFarland has played a role in connecting Trump with rappers throughout his campaign — as the Republican seeks to court Black voters.

A source close to Detroit rapper Icewear Vezzo tells Rolling Stone that McFarland reached out to the rapper’s camp and connected him with Trump ahead of...

Some ideas are outlandish enough to change everything. This is especially the case for one of the world’s most famous and culturally impactful musical festivals, Lollapalooza, birthed in 1991 as a farewell for Jane’s Addiction frontman Perry Farrell. The festival quickly became a traveling showcase of ragtag bands and artists ranging from alt-rock, punk, metal and hip-hop that managed to define a generation steeped in radical counterculture.

Director Michael John Warren

Paramount+’s three-part documentary, Lolla: The Story of Lollapalooza, takes an in-depth look at the festival’s journey through three decades. Through a prime interview with Farrell, archival footage and subsequent interviews with members from Nine Inch Nails, Living Color, L7, Metallica, Ice-t and other legendary musical pioneers, the documentary highlights how Lollapalooza aimed to push the boundaries of the alternative music scene while also battling the challenges of succumbing to the pressures of fame only to evolve into what it is today,...

Drake has always been a magnet for attention. His strange journey has taken him from teen fame on Degrassi to blockbuster rap stardom. In 2024, his beef with Kendrick Lamar has blown up into one of the all-time biggest hip-hop beefs. They went from zero to 100 real quick, sending deadly insults and accusations back and forth. Yet he’s also the Drake the pop icon, the certified loverboy who sings emo ballads like the 2015 classic “Hotline Bling.”

On Rolling Stone’s list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time, Drake scored three songs: “Hold On,...

A$AP Rocky is due to face a jury trial this fall over charges he opened fire on his former friend A$AP Relli on a Los Angeles street corner more than two years ago, a judge ruled Thursday.

The “Praise The Lord” rapper received a trial date of October 21, 2024 at a morning hearing attended by one of his defense lawyers, Sara Caplan. The judge said Rocky, whose legal name is Rakim Mayers, must file his planned motion to dismiss the case by July 19. Caplan said she was still waiting...

This week, the Number One song in America is a diss track. Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” debuted at the top of the charts, to the surprise of no one who’s seen the track go viral since its release earlier this month. The song is buoyed by a catchy DJ Mustard beat and a slew of unforgettably delivered lyrics by Kendrick — even if the lines are vulgar barbs toward his rival Drake.

What does the record’s success mean? For one, it highlights how desensitized we are as a music-listening public.

Over the weekend, a Twitter user by the name EbonyPrince2K24 posted what appeared to be grainy surveillance footage of Drake’s alleged personal items, the same selection featured on the cover of Kendrick Lamar’s now-infamous Drake diss “Meet the Grahams.” The video, featuring a prescription pill bottle as well as a package of Ozempic with Drake’s name on it, quickly racked up over 10 million views and set off a firestorm of theories suggesting there might be a deeper and more sinister meaning behind Kendrick’s cover art.

Kendrick Lamar and Drake traded diss tracks Friday night in the latest salvos in the rapper’s weeks-long lyrical feud.

Following a week that saw Lamar drop both the scathing “Euphoria” and “6:16 in LA,” Drake finally responded Friday with “Family Matters,” which alleges infidelity in Lamar’s relationship. On the seven-minute track, Drake also hits back at some of the other rappers — Metro Boomin, Rick Ross, Future, A$AP Rocky, the Weeknd and more — that have provoked him lately:

“We could’ve left the kids out of this, don’t blame me,...

Toomaj Salehi, a dissident Iranian rapper, was sentenced to death earlier this week for releasing music critical of the government and in support of the 2022 protests in Iran.

Salehi’s lawyer, Amir Raesian, confirmed the sentence on Twitter, writing, “An order for the execution of Toomaj Salehi has been issued.” Raesian plans to appeal the sentence, which could lead to it being reduced.

As The New York Times reports, Salehi was arrested in Oct. 2022 in the midst of the uprising sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old who...

The Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion feud made headlines early this year and also led to fan wars over social media. While there were hints of it earlier, things picked steam when Stallion released her track Hiss. The song contained lyrics mocking Minaj’s husband, which led to her responding by releasing a diss track titled Big Foot.

Megan Thee Stallion, and Nicki Minaj in the music video for Hot Girl Summer

Much has been speculated about the origin of the feud and what circumstances led to this ugly rivalry that has gone on to include their personal lives. As we look into the timeline of their professional relationship, Stallion’s collab with Cardi B on Wap seems to be the start of all this mess.

The History of the Nicki Minaj-Megan Thee Stallion Feud Has a Possible Cardi B Connection Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion collaborated on...

The long-awaited showdown between Kendrick Lamar and Drake has been bogged down by Instagram Story trolling, X bots, and artificial intelligence. While the rap world awaits Kendrick’s response to Drake, we’ve also been made to ponder technology’s role in societal decline. When the rap Gods declared “There are no rules in rap beef,” they likely weren’t imagining stan wars with hordes of X bot accounts feverishly posting sophomoric disses like “Daycares worldwide are being told to stay on high alert for Kendrick Lamar.”

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P. Diddy has won a lot of hearts with his music, true, but the controversy surrounding him as of late seems to have reduced his respect in the entertainment industry to a considerable extent. And among the multiple other celebrities who took a subtle dig at him following this heap of controversy, singer-songwriter Kesha seems to have joined the ensemble.

P. Diddy. | Credit: @diddy on Ig.

However, her dig wasn’t as subtle as the rest of the celebrities. Instead, the 37-year-old fan-favorite singer went all in to humiliatingly call out the 54-year-old rapper during a recent surprise appearance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival by changing the lyrics of her iconic song TiK ToK to something that has been gaining her massive approval and support from fans ever since!

P. Diddy Faced Public Humiliation by Kesha at Coachella

Recently, the Die Young singer (real name Kesha Rose Sebert...