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3 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

Tay-K, "The Race" Rapper, Found Guilty of Murder for the Second Time

Tay-K found guilty of murder in Texas, marking his second murder conviction.
#atlanta
fromVulture
8 months ago
Music

Rich Homie Quan, Atlanta Rapper, Dead at 34

Rich Homie Quan, the influential Atlanta rapper, passed away at 34, leaving behind a legacy of memorable contributions to trap music.
fromVulture
1 month ago
Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta Rapper Young Scooter Dead at 39 After Hospitalization

Rapper Young Scooter died at 39 after an injury while fleeing police on his birthday.
fromVulture
8 months ago
Music

Rich Homie Quan, Atlanta Rapper, Dead at 34

Rich Homie Quan, the influential Atlanta rapper, passed away at 34, leaving behind a legacy of memorable contributions to trap music.
fromVulture
1 month ago
Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta Rapper Young Scooter Dead at 39 After Hospitalization

Rapper Young Scooter died at 39 after an injury while fleeing police on his birthday.
more#atlanta
#music
Miscellaneous
fromVulture
6 months ago

Rapper and FDNY Firefighter Ka Dies at 52

Ka, renowned underground rapper and FDNY firefighter, influenced both music and community, self-releasing nine albums until his passing at 52.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
9 months ago

Chino XL, incendiary and masterful rapper who warred with Tupac, has died

Chino XL, the New York rapper known for his dense wordplay and feud with Tupac Shakur, has passed away at 50.
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago
Arts

Rapper MAVI on his latest album 'Shadowbox'

MAVI's music poignantly addresses themes of loss, trauma, and introspection, resonating with listeners through its raw and vulnerable lyrics.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Will Smith's long, strange road back to music with his first album in 20 years

Will Smith makes a musical comeback addressing his Oscar slap controversy in his new album 'Based on a True Story.'
fromHip Hop Hero
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Brooklyn rapper Ka has died age 52

Brooklyn rapper Ka has died unexpectedly at 52, remembered for his music and two-decade service as a firefighter.
fromstupidDOPE
1 month ago
Music production

Amine Returns With "Familiar," Kicking Off a New Era of Music | stupidDOPE

Aminé is back in 2025 with new music and the release of his single "Familiar," signifying a new chapter in his career.
Miscellaneous
fromVulture
6 months ago

Rapper and FDNY Firefighter Ka Dies at 52

Ka, renowned underground rapper and FDNY firefighter, influenced both music and community, self-releasing nine albums until his passing at 52.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
9 months ago

Chino XL, incendiary and masterful rapper who warred with Tupac, has died

Chino XL, the New York rapper known for his dense wordplay and feud with Tupac Shakur, has passed away at 50.
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago
Arts

Rapper MAVI on his latest album 'Shadowbox'

MAVI's music poignantly addresses themes of loss, trauma, and introspection, resonating with listeners through its raw and vulnerable lyrics.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Will Smith's long, strange road back to music with his first album in 20 years

Will Smith makes a musical comeback addressing his Oscar slap controversy in his new album 'Based on a True Story.'
fromHip Hop Hero
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Brooklyn rapper Ka has died age 52

Brooklyn rapper Ka has died unexpectedly at 52, remembered for his music and two-decade service as a firefighter.
fromstupidDOPE
1 month ago
Music production

Amine Returns With "Familiar," Kicking Off a New Era of Music | stupidDOPE

Aminé is back in 2025 with new music and the release of his single "Familiar," signifying a new chapter in his career.
more#music
fromsilive
1 month ago
NYC politics

Rap star who appeared at NYC Trump campaign rally pleads guilty to attempted murder

Rap star Sheff G pleads guilty to attempted murder, receiving a five-year prison sentence.
#crime
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
UK news

Rapper guilty of attempted murder over shooting

Rapper DigDat found guilty of attempted murder in connection to a drive-by shooting in Notting Hill.
fromLos Angeles Times
7 months ago
Los Angeles

Teen gunned down PnB Rock inside South L.A. Roscoe's. His dad just got 31 years to life

Freddie Trone was sentenced for orchestrating the robbery and murder of rapper PnB Rock, reflecting serious implications on family and community.
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
New York City

Trio of thugs 'try to Tupac' NYC rapper Buckshot in disturbing beatdown near building he owns

Buckshot, Brooklyn rapper, was assaulted by three attackers related to property disputes over a house he owns.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Oakland: Suspect arrested in fatal shooting of rapper Too Short's brother

A suspect has been arrested in the fatal shooting of rapper Too Short's brother, with ongoing investigations for additional suspects.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Rapper guilty of attempted murder over shooting

Rapper DigDat found guilty of attempted murder in connection to a drive-by shooting in Notting Hill.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
7 months ago

Teen gunned down PnB Rock inside South L.A. Roscoe's. His dad just got 31 years to life

Freddie Trone was sentenced for orchestrating the robbery and murder of rapper PnB Rock, reflecting serious implications on family and community.
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
New York City

Trio of thugs 'try to Tupac' NYC rapper Buckshot in disturbing beatdown near building he owns

Buckshot, Brooklyn rapper, was assaulted by three attackers related to property disputes over a house he owns.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Oakland: Suspect arrested in fatal shooting of rapper Too Short's brother

A suspect has been arrested in the fatal shooting of rapper Too Short's brother, with ongoing investigations for additional suspects.
more#crime
#assault
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
Boston food

Rapper Lil Xan pleads not guilty to charges stemming from incident at Boston show

Rapper Lil Xan, real name Nicholas Diego Leanos, pleaded not guilty to assault charges from a November incident in Boston.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
New York City

Travis Scott Released From Custody After Confrontation at a Paris Hotel

Travis Scott, the rapper, was released from police custody in Paris after being detained for assaulting a security guard at a luxury hotel.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Rapper Lil Xan pleads not guilty to charges stemming from incident at Boston show

Rapper Lil Xan, real name Nicholas Diego Leanos, pleaded not guilty to assault charges from a November incident in Boston.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
New York City

Travis Scott Released From Custody After Confrontation at a Paris Hotel

Travis Scott, the rapper, was released from police custody in Paris after being detained for assaulting a security guard at a luxury hotel.
more#assault
#hip-hop
fromBKReader
2 months ago
Brooklyn

Feb 11: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Busta Rhymes

Busta Rhymes is a pivotal figure in hip hop known for his inventive style and significant influence since the 1990s.
fromVulture
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

OG Maco, 'U Guessed It' Rapper, Dead at 32

OG Maco, renowned for his viral hit 'U Guessed It,' passed away at 32 following a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
fromPitchfork
7 months ago
Writing

Monaleo: Throwing Bows EP

Monaleo's EP 'Throwing Bows' showcases a shift from engaging storytelling to inconsistent, superficial lyricism that undermines her strong persona.
fromBKReader
2 months ago
Brooklyn

Feb 11: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Busta Rhymes

Busta Rhymes is a pivotal figure in hip hop known for his inventive style and significant influence since the 1990s.
fromVulture
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

OG Maco, 'U Guessed It' Rapper, Dead at 32

OG Maco, renowned for his viral hit 'U Guessed It,' passed away at 32 following a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
fromPitchfork
7 months ago
Writing

Monaleo: Throwing Bows EP

Monaleo's EP 'Throwing Bows' showcases a shift from engaging storytelling to inconsistent, superficial lyricism that undermines her strong persona.
more#hip-hop
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
SF food

SF's Original Joe's restaurant is the star of this new music video

Professa Gabel embraces a luxurious lifestyle, using personal experiences and upscale venues to connect with his music and brand.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Rapper Twista Cheese accused of posting menacing' video about Tommy Robinson guilty

Rapper Omar Abdirizak was found guilty of sharing a menacing viral video about Tommy Robinson, which included gun gestures and violent references.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
4 months ago
London

Deptford top 20 rapper to face attempted murder trial after shooting

Rapper DigDat faces trial for attempted murder and firearm charges following a shooting incident in Notting Hill.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Bay Area rapper BussDown Bandy avoids human trafficking conviction but picks up 5-year prison term

A rapper, Michael Moore, was sentenced to five years for robbery and witness intimidation, related to human trafficking a 16-year-old girl.
#music-industry
fromNew York Post
6 months ago
Music

T.I. is retiring from live performances: 'I don't want to do it'

T.I. announces he will stop performing live, stating he no longer needs the money and doesn't enjoy it.
He expresses a desire to retire from live performances, emphasizing personal satisfaction over professional obligations.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Rapper OG Maco dead at 32 after sustaining self-inflicted gunshot wound: report

OG Maco, renowned for his song 'U Guessed It,' died at age 32 after suffering a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
fromNew York Post
6 months ago
Music

T.I. is retiring from live performances: 'I don't want to do it'

T.I. announces he will stop performing live, stating he no longer needs the money and doesn't enjoy it.
He expresses a desire to retire from live performances, emphasizing personal satisfaction over professional obligations.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Rapper OG Maco dead at 32 after sustaining self-inflicted gunshot wound: report

OG Maco, renowned for his song 'U Guessed It,' died at age 32 after suffering a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
more#music-industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Community mourns passionate' young rapper killed in Melbourne as alleged shooter remains on the run

The tragic loss of a talented young rapper due to gun violence has deeply affected his community, highlighting the need for support and justice.
#ka
Miscellaneous
fromNME
6 months ago

Brooklyn rapper Ka has died, aged 52

Ka, the independent Brooklyn rapper, passed away unexpectedly at 52, leaving behind a profound legacy in music and community service.
Music
fromNew York Post
6 months ago

NYC rapper and 9/11 first responder Ka 'unexpectedly' dead at 52

Ka, a New York rapper and FDNY veteran, passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a legacy of music and community service.
fromNews 12 - Default
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Brooklyn rapper and former FDNY firefighter Ka dies

Brooklyn rapper and former FDNY firefighter Ka, Kaseem Ryan, passed away unexpectedly at age 52.
Miscellaneous
fromNME
6 months ago

Brooklyn rapper Ka has died, aged 52

Ka, the independent Brooklyn rapper, passed away unexpectedly at 52, leaving behind a profound legacy in music and community service.
Music
fromNew York Post
6 months ago

NYC rapper and 9/11 first responder Ka 'unexpectedly' dead at 52

Ka, a New York rapper and FDNY veteran, passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a legacy of music and community service.
fromNews 12 - Default
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Brooklyn rapper and former FDNY firefighter Ka dies

Brooklyn rapper and former FDNY firefighter Ka, Kaseem Ryan, passed away unexpectedly at age 52.
more#ka
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
6 months ago

Ka, a Brooklyn Rapper From Brownsville, Dies at 52

Ka, a rapper and firefighter, has died unexpectedly at age 52, leaving behind a legacy in music and community service.
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