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Offset’s “Bodies” Becomes WWE Theme Song For Elimination Chamber
Offset pulled up to WWE Raw’s debut in Atlanta and didn’t just sit ringside. The Northside rapper was in the building for the big night and found himself part of the action. During the Elimination Chamber, Set’s single “Bodies” blared through the arena as the official theme song, giving the crowd an extra jolt of […]
Rising LA Rapper Luci4 Passes Away At 23
Luci4, the rapper behind the viral hit “BodyPartz,” has reportedly passed away. James Dear, also known as Luci4, was pronounced dead on February 22 at a close friend’s home in Los Angeles. His cause of death has not been confirmed. According to TMZ, Luci4’s family stated that his wallet was empty, raising concerns about the […]
Four Shot During Memorial Service For Lil Poppa
Shots were reportedly fired during a memorial service honoring Florida rapper Lil Poppa. According to Action News Jax, four people were shot Sunday morning after approximately 12 to 15 shots rang out. Authorities have not confirmed how many shooters were involved. The victims include two women, ages 34 and 39, and two men, ages 37 […]
Reebok Rolling Out New Engine A 26 Basketball Shoes This Week
Today (February 23), Reebok announced the upcoming arrival of the Engine A 26 basketball shoe, dropping this Friday (February 27).
SOST To Host “The Art Of The Craft” Event In D.C.’s Shaw Neighborhood
SOST, a three-story venue nestled in the heart of Washington's Shaw neighborhood, will host "The Art Of The Craft: Liviing Black History."
Lil Jon Lays His Son Nathan Smith To Rest On First Day Of Ramadan
Lil Jon laid his son to rest two weeks after his untimely passing, choosing a meaningful date for the burial. The family waited until the first day of Ramadan to bury Nathan Murray Smith. In a heartfelt post shared to social media, Jon included several photos of his son along with a message reflecting the […]
Fetty Wap Secured His GED And Took HVAC Courses While Locked Up
Fetty Wap made the most of his time behind bars, turning a setback into a period of growth and discipline. During his bid, the Trap Queen rapper revealed that he obtained his GED. He did not stop there. Fetty also enrolled in an HVAC course, positioning himself with a skill he can utilize beyond music. […]
Essence Fest Organizers Under Fire For Missing Event Payments, Allegedly
Organizers of the annual Essence Fest event are under scrutiny over missing payments to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
Family & Friends Gathered To Celebrate The Life Of DJ Michael “5000” Watts
On Monday, Feb.16, the Hip-Hop world paused to honor DJ Michael “5000” Watts. The legendary DJ’s private funeral service was held at Luke Humble Church in Houston, Texas. Special guests, including Slim Thug, Mike Jones, Paul Walls, and others, were in attendance to pay their respects to the Swisha House founder. Members of his radio […]
King’s Day: DJ J-Que Reflects On DJ Michael “5000” Watts Impact On Hip-Hop
Today, we celebrate the life of legendary DJ Michael “5000” Watts. Feb. 17 is now officially known as “King’s Day,” a day for supporters to pay their respects to the Swisha House founder and Houston icon. The celebration will take place at The Bell Tower in Houston, with attendees asked to wear black, gold, or […]
Hip-Hop Wired’s Artists You Gotta Listen To In February (2026)
Hip-Hop Wired is back with another list of artists you need in your playlist for February. January’s lineup featured talent from across the map. AZ Chike represented the West Coast, riding the momentum of his appearance on Kendrick Lamar’s GNX album. He followed that up with the single “WhatX2,” positioning himself as one to watch […]
Lifted In Love: Check Out Our 2025 Valentine’s Day Weekend Cannabis Guide
For Valentine's Day 2025, we've put together a nice collection of treats, sips, and the like that'll have your holiday lifted in love.
