Hip Hop
50 Cent recently explained why he’s stepped back from making music, sharing his thoughts in an August interview at Invest Fest. The G-Unit rapper revealed that he feels today’s rap music has become diluted and lacks originality. He stated that to create music in today’s landscape, he would have to “tap into the stupid side” […]
Today marks the 28th anniversary of the death of Tupac Shakur, a towering figure in the world of hip-hop whose influence extends far beyond his music. On September 13, 1996, the world lost a voice that spoke to the struggles and aspirations of countless individuals, but Tupac’s impact remains vibrant and enduring. As we remember […]
The game is Feb. 9 in New Orleans. The rapper previously performed at the 2022 Super Bowl in Los Angeles. Rapper Kendrick Lamar will headline the Super Bowl halftime show in New Orleans, the NFL announced Sunday. “Rap music is still the most impactful genre to date. And I’ll be there to remind the world […]
Rapper Fatman Scoop — the New York City musician who became popular after his tune “Be Faithful” became a 1990s club favorite — has died after he collapsed mid-performance during a free concert in Connecticut, according to a report. Rapper Fatman Scoop dead at 53 after collapsing at concert in Connecticut (nypost.com)
Legendary rapper Scarface was admitted to ICU over the weekend for an unknown reason according to his social media account. Let’s keep Scarface in our prayers and hope for a speedy recovery. Scarface Admitted to ICU for Undisclosed Medical Issue – XXL (xxlmag
Well known Houston producer and artist BeatKing has passed away at age 39 confirmed by his manager. There’s no report on his cause of death. Houston artist and producer, BeatKing, has reportedly passed away at the age of 39. 🙏🕊️ pic.twitter.com/BpbipmV50v — Complex (@Complex) August 16, 2024 BeatKing, Legendary Houston Rapper and Producer, […]
Latto is confirming once and for all, Lil Kim is the greatest female rapper to ever do it — but make no mistake, she’s chasing down the Queen Bee’s legacy!! The Notorious K.I.M. got her flowers from Latto when the latter sat down with Complex — but Latto’s BFF and eye of Drake’s affection, Brooklyn Nikole, is also […]
Cardi B has filed for divorce from Offset after more cheating allegations surfaced online earlier this week. This isn’t the first time the couple had talks of divorce. The couple has been married for 7 years. Exclusive | Cardi B files for divorce from Offset, seeks custody of kids (pagesix.com)
Join us for the conclusion of our “50 Years of Hip-Hop” series with two musical cult films from 1984: Breakin’ and Breakin’ 2: Electric Boogaloo. PLUS, a live set by WDKX own DJ Sight in our parking lot between the films! Grab dinner from Rob’s Kabobs food truck, a drink from our concession stand, and […]
Directed by Lamar and his pgLang co-founder, Dave Free. Lamar’s family are among the cameos from California, including Tommy the Clown, Compton native and former Toronto Raptors All-Star DeMar DeRozan, producer Mustard (pointedly wearing a Toronto Blue Jays cap), and Anthony “Top Dawg” Tiffith. The new “Not Like Us” video follows Lamar’s Pop Out concert that […]