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Fivio Foreign Quietly Locked Up Since January for Gun Incident with Woman
Big Drip is in big trouble. Fivio Foreign, the Brooklyn drill rapper, is facing some serious heat after his arrest on January 18, 2025. According to TMZ, the rapper has been quietly locked up for a few months now. The rapper, born Maxie Lee Ryles III, is locked up in a New Jersey jail right […]
YG Kicks Donald Trump Look-Alike Off Stage During “FDT” at Rolling Loud
YG shut down Rolling Loud with one of the hardest performances of the weekend, mixing West Coast bangers with real talk. The Compton rapper made a statement early, bringing out a Donald Trump impersonator who started spitting over-the-top MAGA nonsense like, “We’re going to build a beautiful wall, it will be solid gold.” The crowd […]
Ma$e, Lil Kim, Faith Evans & Others Attend Voletta Wallace’s Funeral
We hope you and your son spend eternity making up for the lost time you were robbed of here on earth.
D4M Sloan Performs “CUDI” (Hip-Hop Wired Exclusive)
Philly’s own D4M Sloan is on fire right now, and he’s bringing that heat with an exclusive performance of his latest track “CUDI” for Hip-Hop Wired. The song’s been blowing up on TikTok, and it’s not hard to see why — the track’s got a catchy vibe and a dance that’s got everyone locked in. […]
Lil Baby Responds to Atlanta Police Linking Him to Teen Murders
Lil Baby is setting the record straight after Atlanta police linked him to the tragic deaths of two teenagers at his music video shoot. In a statement, he expressed gratitude for public concern and urged against believing “fake news,” asserting, “I’m overly good.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by HOLLYWOOD UNLOCKED (@hollywoodunlocked) […]
BigXthaPlug Locked Up After Traffic Stop Uncovers Weed and Strap in Texas
According to XXL, Texas rapper BigXthaPlug, real name Xavier Landum, got locked up in Arlington after a late-night traffic stop. Cops pulled him over just after midnight because his tags were expired, and when they walked up to the car, they caught a whiff of weed. A quick search of the vehicle turned up not […]
Malcolm X’s Legacy in Hip-Hop: 5 Songs That Reference Him
Malcolm X is a revolutionary figure, and his influence still hits hard today, even in the world of Hip-Hop. Today marks 60 years since his death, and if he were still around, he’d be celebrating his 100th birthday. His legacy is all over hip-hop, with rappers constantly referencing his name to highlight the struggles, resistance, […]
Giving Legends Their Flowers: A List of Juvenile’s Greatest Verses
Juvenile is a true legend in not just Southern rap, but Hip-Hop altogether. Known for his gritty, real-life lyrics and that unmistakable flow that influenced generations well after him. Juvi has some of the hardest verses in the game, bringing raw Magnolia stories with an unmatched swagger. One of his most iconic verses is from […]
Kamala Harris Will Receive Chairman’s Award From NAACP
Former Vice President Kamala Harris will be the recipient of the Chairman's Award at the 56th NAACP Image Awards. The honor will mark the first televised appearance for Harris since she left office last month.
DOJ Lawyers Resign Instead of Giving NYC Mayor Eric Adams Pardon
The acting lead attorney of the Southern District of New York and five other Justice Department officials resigned on Thursday rather than follow a directive to drop federal charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
Day26 Do’s & Don’ts for Valentine’s Day
Legendary R&B group Day26 is sharing their expert advice for Valentine’s Day, offering fans a list of do’s and don’ts for the perfect celebration of love. Brian, ever the practical one, kicks it off by saying, “Don’t mess with someone’s wife.” A bit of a lighthearted warning, but one that sets the tone for the […]
Live Nation Urban Announces Investment Partnership With Breakr, Which Aims To Empower Creators
Live Nation Urban announced an investment into Breakr. Founded by brothers Anthony and Ameer Brown, Break aims to empower creators.
