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Star-Studded Power 105.1 ‘Powerhouse ’22’ Lineup Revealed; Fivio Foreign, Kodak Black Headlining
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty It’s that time of the year for Power 105’s annual Powerhouse concert and for 2022, it’s boasting a pretty deep lineup that’s sure to hit a few dingers out of the park. Produced by Live Nation, Powerhouse ’22 will take place on Saturday, Oct. 29 at 6:30 p.m. EST at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, and will feature Hip-Hop’s heavyweights such as the current King of New York Drill Rap, Fivio Foreign, Kodak Black (unless he gets arrested again), Moneybagg Yo, and Tems. Related Stories Keep in mind these are the artists that have been locked down so far, so expect more names to be added to the festivities taking place next month at the Prudential Center. “We’re thrilled to celebrate the biggest names in Hip-Hop and R&B again this year ...
Malcolm X Named 1st Black Nebraska Hall of Fame Honoree
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Anadolu Agency / Getty After a long period where he was deemed too controversial for consideration, Malcolm X is now the first Black member to be inducted into Nebraska’s Hall of Fame. The board of commissioners for the organization unanimously granted the honor to the late civil rights icon on Monday (Sept. 12th) after an initial 4-3 vote. The honor comes 18 years after his initial nomination in 2004. He would be passed over, with the committee at that time, nominating the late Senator Kenneth Wherry who was a controversial choice due to his isolationist beliefs and his obsession with rooting out suspected Communists and gay people from government in the 1940s and 1950s. Related Stories That selection would later be thrown out due to a committee violatio...
OH: Chick-fil-A Under Fire For Seemingly Referencing Black Community In Tweet About Spicy Nuggets
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Brandon Bell / Getty The culture might have to rethink its adoration of Chick-fil-A. The brand is under fire for seemingly referencing Black people in a tweet regarding spicy nuggets. As per The Daily News the fast food chain is being questioned by their legion of super fans for a very disturbing response on the popular social media platform. On Friday, September 9 a user tweeted them saying they need spicy nuggets on their menu. “grilled spicy deluxe but still noooo spicy nuggets………” @KANYEISMYDAD wrote. Chick-fil-A responded saying “Your community will be the first to know if spicy items are added to the permanent menu, Don!”. Yes, you read that correctly. Related Stories Naturally the brand’s response was immediately questioned by Black Twit...
‘Rap Sh!t’ Renewed For Second Season at HBO Max
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Alicia Vera/HBO Max / Alicia Vera/HBO Max The Issa Rae-created series, Rap Sh!t has been renewed for a second season at HBO Max. The show follows two estranged friends on their journey to become rap stars. The show stars Aida Osman, KaMillion, Jonica Booth, Devon Terrell and RJ Cyler and gained the support of online fans. The show’s creator wrote a statement with showrunner Syreeta Singleton, saying, “We’re so happy to play in the world of ‘Rap Sh!t’ for another season with this incredibly talented team,” Rae wrote, “This show and cast are one of a kind and I’m thrilled to get to do this again with them. We’re going bigger and harder!” Per Hypebeast, Sarah Aubrey, Head of Original Content, HBO Max, stated, “We are so excited to continue this j...
Talented R&B Vocalist Jesse Powell Has Died
Written By D.L. Chandler , Senior Editor Posted 52 mins ago @dlchandler123 D.L. Chandler is a veteran of the Washington D.C. metro writing scene, working as a journalist, reporter, and culture critic. Initially freelancing at iOne Digital in 2010, he officially joined the iOne team in 2017 where he currently works as a Senior Editor for Cassius Life and Hip-Hop Wired. D.L. covers a variety of topics including breaking news, politics, Hip-Hop music and culture, fashion, and Black history. He currently heads the SPIRIT.ED column for Cassius Life, which focuses on adult beverages and their history. D.L. has worked in the past for MTV News, Billboard, and several other publications. His first big break in journalism came with the now-defunct Politically Black in 1999, the nation’s first ...
Nicki Minaj “Super Freaky Girl,” Kem ft. Rick Ross “Right On Time” & More | Daily Visuals 9.13.22
HipHopWired Featured Video Looks like Nicki Minaj is ready to reclaim her throne as she’s been more visible as of late and with her latest cut “Super Freaky Girl” topping the Billboard Top 100 charts it’s only right that she give it the video treatment. In the visuals for the aforementioned cut, Nicki Minaj channels the spirit of Rick James as she cosplays as the legendary artist before becoming Nicki Barbie complete with a pink Barbie home and even a robot kitty. That’ll save her money on kitty litter. Kem meanwhile brings some old school R&B vibes back to the game and for his black-and-white clip to “Right On Time” gets an assist from the Bawse, Rick Ross who styles in a slick red suit that makes him look like he’s ready for the Player Haters Ball or something. Check out the rest of ...
Another Gucci x The North Face Capsule Collection Is Here
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: GUCCI / Gucci Two of the culture’s most beloved brands are back at it. Gucci and The North Face have announced a third drop. Source: GUCCI / Gucci As per Esquire magazine the two lines have connected once again for a capsule collection. As per their previous installments the labels merged their identities into a reimagined interpretation of how to brave the outdoors in style. This new collection, titled The Third Chapter, Gucci’s kaleidoscopic aesthetic merges with archival designs from The North Face. Reimagining adventure gear with a signature multicolored logo seen on sweat suits, hats, backpacks, and hiking boots, the collection is an invitation to make each day one’s territory for exploration. To narrate the third chapter, a group of intrepid ex...
HHW Gaming: ‘God of War Ragnarok’ Gets New Story Trailer & Limited PS5 Controller
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Sony Santa Monica / God of War Ragnarok A new story trailer for God of War Ragnarok has arrived, and based on what it shared, PlayStation may have another hit on their hands. God of War Ragnarok is easily the most anticipated game of the year, and Sony is hoping the sequel to 2018’s exceptional God of War reboot will keep the same energy the game brought when it arrived on PS4 consoles. This latest story trailer gives us our best look yet at Kratos and his son Atreus aka Loki’s latest adventure and shows off some of the new foes (including a giant jellyfish) the father/son duo will encounter as they travel across the nine realms. It also highlights the relationship between Kratos and his son Atreus who seems to be keeping something from his father, ...
‘Black Ink Crew: Chicago’ Recap: Don Heads To Texas To See His Daughter, Phor Contemplates Move
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Bernard Smalls / @PhotosByBeanz This week on Black Ink Crew: Chicago, Don heads to Dallas to see his daughter. Phor comes along with him as he contemplates whether or not a change of scenery will benefit him. Ryan Heads To Dubai For A Crypto Convention The episode opens up with the 9 MAG crew celebrating the end of construction in the shop with a Chicago-themed celebration. Don reveals to Ryan and Phor that he intends on flying to Dallas because he can’t get in contact with his daughter’s mother. Phor tells his brother he will accompany him to Dallas because he has some business to handle there. Ryan tells the brothers that he will also leave town to head to a crypto convention in Dubai. We later learn why Ryan was more than likely not f...
Drake And Kanye West Lead 2022 BET Hip Hop Awards Nominations
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Aaron J. Thornton / Getty The official list of nominees for the 2022 BET Hip Hop Awards is out, with Drake and Kanye West leading the way ahead of some fierce rappers. This year’s 2022 BET Hip Hop Awards sees two well-known rappers leading the list of nominees. Drake tops the list overall with 14 nominations in the categories of Hip Hop Artist of the Year, Hustler of the Year, Lyricist of the Year, Best Live Performer, and Hip Hop Album of the Year. The Honestly, Nevermind artist also has gotten multiple nominations in the Sweet 16: Best Featured Verse category due to his appearances on Jack Harlow’s “Churchill Downs” and Future & Tems’ “Wait On You,” along with three nods in the Best Collaboration category. Related Stories Kanye West is in secon...
HHW Gaming: ‘The Legend of Zelda: Tears of The Kingdom,’ & Other Nintendo Direct Announcements
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Nintendo / The Legend of Zelda: Tears of The Kingdom We finally have a name and date! The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is the official title of the highly-anticipated sequel to the Nintendo Switch’s best game, Breath of The Wild. Tuesday is shaping up to be a huge news day in video games. Both Nintendo and Sony announced live streams where they would be sharing news on upcoming titles coming to their respective consoles. Nintendo kicked things off this morning with a roughly 40-minute Nintendo Direct that was chocked full of games but one, in particular, stood out from the bunch. First announced at E3 2019, remember that event? The game was initially known as The Sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of The Wild. Say that 10x’s fast. We wou...
‘Abbott Elementary’ Star Sheryl Lee Ralph Stuns During Historic Emmy Win
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Kevin Mazur / Getty As just the second Black actress to win an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress, Sheryl Lee Ralph stunned the audience by singing a verse from “Endangered Species,” by jazz singer Diane Reeves. “I am an endangered species, but I sing no victim song,” Ralph crooned, holding out several words for emphasis as names of those she wished to thank flashed across the screen. “I am a woman, I am an artist, and I know where my voice belongs.” Ralph’s beautiful voice drew tears from many members of the audience who rose to their feet in a standing ovation after the performance. Sheryl Lee Ralph began her career on Broadway where she won a Tony Award for her role in 1981’s Dreamgirls. She became the second Black woman to win a...
