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• Busta Rhymes & J Dilla – ‘Spazzz’

  10-08-2026 17:33 via rapindustry.com
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• ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’s Extended Preview Was Netflix’s Most-Watched Weekly Title

  02-09-2026 22:09 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Netflix / Grand Theft Auto VIGrand Theft Auto VI continues to prove it will likely be one of the biggest video game releases of the century.The most-watched title on Netflix last week wasn’t one of its series; that win went to the extended look at Grand Theft Auto VI.
  Deadline reports that the 27-minute extended look at the highly anticipated video game, which showed off gameplay and pretty much proved that Rockstar Games is in a league of its own when it comes to making games, garnered ov
  
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• JAŸ-Z Surprises Fans At London Pop-Up Celebrating 30 Years Of Hov

  02-09-2026 22:04 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: ROC NATION / Roc NationJAŸ-Z is taking his 30th anniversary celebration across the pond, and Hov himself made sure to check in on the festivities.
  
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• Nicki Minaj Judging Trump’s ‘Patriot Pitch’ Competition

  02-09-2026 22:01 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: Win McNamee / GettyIt looks like Nicki Minaj will be taking part in another event by the Trump administration – this time, as a judge for a reality show-styled competition of small businesses aiming to win their share of $1 million.Nicki Minaj shared news about the announcement with her followers on X, formerly Twitter, on Monday (Aug. 31), shortly after the announcement by Small Business Administration head Kelly Loeffler framing it as “bringing the boardroom energy to Washi
  
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• Famous Dex Denies Domestic Violence Accusations During Arrest, Brings Up Future And Playboi Carti

  02-09-2026 21:43 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: Scott Dudelson / GettyFootage of Famous Dex being arrested has now been released.In the video, Dex is questioned by a police officer in what appears to be a hotel lobby in Las Vegas. The arrest took place on August 23 after his girlfriend, influencer Pam Rodriguez, accused him of domestic violence.During the questioning, Famous Dex denied doing anything to Rodriguez. He also alleged that she was trying to take money from him and claimed her security team had been influencing her.Dex and
  
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• Cassandra Wilson, Award-Winning Jazz Vocalist, Dies At 70

  02-09-2026 21:19 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Cassandra Wilson, one of the premier jazz vocalists of her era, amassed a stellar career with the recognition from her peers and accolades to match. According to a note from her manager, Cassandra Wilson passed away on Wednesday (September 2) morning surrounded by her family and loved loved ones.Cassandra Wilson was born on December 4, 1955, in Jackson, Mississippi. As a young girl, Wilson was trained to play the piano and later picked up guitar. In the mid-1970s, Wilson found work as a singer a
  
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• DEI Hire Pete Hegseth Secretly Gave MAGA Trolls Government Jobs

  02-09-2026 20:20 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Leon Neal / Pete HegsethIt has not been alast few days for the most highly unqualified Secretary of Defense in the history of the United States, Pete Hegseth.
  Spotted on Crooks & Liars via The Washington Post, Kegsbreath has been caught red-handed hiring an army of MAGA influencers for secret roles in the Pentagon, and he won’t say what exactly they are doing in those roles.Per Crooks & Liars:
  This band of former military personnel turned online Right-wing influencers tur
  
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• Afro Plus Fest 2026 To Take Over DMV For Labor Day Weekend

  02-09-2026 19:58 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Afro Plus Fest, billed as the world’s largest celebration of global Black music and culture, will be taking over the DMV region this Labor Day Weekend. Among the headliners for this year’s Afro Plus Fest are Tems, Ayra Starr, Davido, Wizkid, Alkaline, and more.Now in its second year, Afro Plus Fest will now take place at the Northwest Stadium Complex in Landover, Maryland in Prince George’s County starting this Friday (September 4) and running through September 6. The all-ages
  
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• Cardi B Snaps On Lindsay Clancy, “Stop Looking For An Excuse”

  02-09-2026 19:15 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: handout / Atlantic RecordsCardi B sounds off on the Lindsay Clancy case during a Spaces session.Clancy, a former nurse, is facing charges in connection with the deaths of her three children, who prosecutors allege she strangles. Not holding back, the New York rapper said Clancy should be held accountable for he alleged actions.“One thing about me, when it comes to kids, is stop looking for different loopholes to give this woman an excuse for why these three kids are dead,” sh
  
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• Judge In Fat Joe Defamation Case Calls Out Defense Lawyer Over Professionalism

  02-09-2026 18:55 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Fat Joe and his ongoing defamation case against his former hype man and attorney has taken a new turn. The judge overseeing Fat Joe’s case is calling out the defense team’s attorney for their lack of professionalism.As reported by Complex, Fat Joe’s defamation case against for hype man Terrance Dixon, and named attorney Tyrone Blackburn in the same lawsuit filed in 2025. Fat Joe, real name Joe Cartagena, stated that Dixon attempted to extort him and put out unproven claims abou
  
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• Doja Cat Opens Up About Past Drug Use, Self-Hate & Loving Her Biracial Self On TikTok

  02-09-2026 18:44 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: @dojacat / TikTokFor years now, Doja Cat has been one of the most polarizing celebrities in pop culture. The biracial artist has had a sketchy history when it comes cozying up to racists and her apparent support of Nazism in recent years.Now it seems like Doja has some things to get off her chest and took to TikTok to drop a lengthy post about her past and not only revealed that she used to “hit the slopes” (use cocaine) but also admitted that it was very “obvious&rdquo
  
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• Bari Weiss Called Out For Pushing Racist Story About Dr. Abdul El-Sayed

  02-09-2026 17:24 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Getty Images / Bari Weiss / CBSIf you needed any more proof that CBS News editor-in-chief, Bari Weiss, is nothing more than a lackey for Donald Trump and the Republican Party, this latest decision should help convince you.
  According to media watchdog Status, Bari Weiss is in “hot water” after pushing a story about Democratic Michigan Senate candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed that many are calling “overt racism.”
  Status reports CBS News “published a post on X at 8:18 a.m.
  
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• Rep. Thomas Massie Calls Out Alleged Jeffrey Epstein Co-Conspirators On House Floor

  02-09-2026 16:44 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Rep. Thomas Massie has found himself in the crosshairs of President Donald Trump’s ire, specifically for not falling in line with the administration’s aims. The outgoing Republican Party congressman once more took aim at alleged co-conspirators in the exploits of late financier Jeffrey Epstein and demanding transparency regarding his dealings.Rep. Thomas Massie has been one of the more vocal members of his party to demand answers about the so-called Epstein Files, which contain milli
  
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• Lil Durk Allegedly Mentioned NBA YoungBoy While Discussing Revenge For King Von

  02-09-2026 15:27 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: Julia Beverly / GettyIn week 2 of Lil Durk’s murder-for-hire trial, OTF Vonni took the stand, where text messages between the Chicago rapper and fellow OTF members were presented in court.The messages allegedly discussed plans involving retaliation following King Von’s death, with Vonni testifying that Durk grew frustrated with the crew over what he viewed as a lack of urgency in getting revenge for his fallen friend.At one point, Durk allegedly reference NBA YoungBoy, sugges
  
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• Lionel Richie Hospitalized In St. Louis After Weekend Concert

  02-09-2026 14:47 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Lionel Richie is reportedly dealing with some health issues after performing a weekend show, leading to him being hospitalized in St. Louis. According to the report, Lionel Richie completed the show but not without needing a chair to finish out the set at the end.TMZ reports that Lionel Richie, 77, performed at The Muny at Forest Park in St. Louis, Missouri last Saturday (August 29). As reported by the outlet, Richie began having issues onstage and ask the staff to bring out a chair so he could
  
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• DJ Vlad Turns Up Heat On Beef With N.O.R.E., The Culture Reacts

  02-09-2026 13:51 via hiphopwired.com
  
  DJ Vlad and N.O.R.E. and their previously simmering feud is now sizzling under a roaring blaze. The Ukrainian-American interviewer threw yet another shot at the Queens veteran, prompting many in the culture to react.As Hip-Hop Wired reported last week, DJ Vlad and N.O.R.E. were at odds after the New York rapper turned podcaster agreed to sit down with Vlad yet later declined. Vlad took umbrage at N.O.R.E. not appearing on his program, calling him a “snake.”N.O.R.E. responded by sayin
  
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• Creep Squad Unite: Russell Simmons Puts On His Cape For Bill Gates

  02-09-2026 00:04 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Bernard Smalls / Getty Images / Russell Simmons / Bill GatesKnown creep Russell Simmons wants Black people to put some respect on Microsoft co-founder and billionaire Bill Gates’ name.
  During a recent livestream, probably from his hideout in Bali, Russell Simmons put on his cape for Bill Gates because he feels the entrepreneur and philanthropist isn’t getting enough credit for the many lives he saved.
  Simmons shared his thoughts on Gates, who has been in the news lately due to his na
  
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• Creep Squad Unite: Russell Simmons Puts His On Cape For Bill Gates

  02-09-2026 00:04 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Bernard Smalls / Getty Images / Russell Simmons / Bill GatesKnown creep Russell Simmons wants Black people to put some respect on Microsoft co-founder and billionaire Bill Gates’ name.
  During a recent livestream, probably from his hideout in Bali, Russell Simmons put on his cape for Bill Gates because he feels the entrepreneur and philanthropist isn’t getting enough credit for the many lives he saved.
  Simmons shared his thoughts on Gates, who has been in the news lately due to his na
  
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• Jim Jones & Fabolous “New York,” Ghostface Killah “Soul Thang” & More | Daily Visuals 9.1.26

  01-09-2026 23:00 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: Bernard Smalls / @PhotosByBeanzSummer 2026 for New York City has been one for the books as not only did the New York Knicks win the NBA Championship for the first time in decades, but NY also has the most beloved mayor in America in Zohran Mamdani, and the overall vibes in the city has been through the roof. Looking to show love to their hometown, Jim Jones and Fabolous look to drop a new anthem for the city that never sleeps but can it compete with Jay-Z’s “Empire State Of M
  
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• D4vd’s Will Reportedly Have A Public Defender After Legal Team Steps Down From Murder Case

  01-09-2026 22:54 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: Scott Dudelson / GettyAn interesting turn of events has occurred in D4vd’s ongoing murder case.Blair Berk, Marilyn Bednarski, and Regina Peter have stepped down from representing the singer, according to reports.“This morning the court granted our request to withdraw as counsel and appointed the Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office, after it was determined David qualified for appointed counsel.”The attorneys also confirmed that D4vd will be represented by t
  
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• Incarcerated Rap Faces: 10 Rappers Who Are Currently In Prison

  01-09-2026 21:38 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: Handout / GettyUpdated: Tuesday, September 1, 3:38 pm E.T.Rap has never had the cleanest relationship with the criminal justice system. From street cases that followed artists into fame to federal indictments that completely stopped careers in their tracks, plenty of rappers have gone from performing in front of thousands to spending years behind bars.
  Of course, these lists change fast. Some names that were locked up the last time around — including Max B, Fivio Foreign and Young
  
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• The ‘GTA 6’ Effect: PS5 Pro Is Currently Sold Out At Many Retailers

  01-09-2026 20:59 via hiphopwired.com
  
  PlayStation / PS5 ProIs the PS Blackout actually working? Or is it just social media noise? Gamers are wondering after reports dropped that the PS5 Pro is virtually sold out everywhere, and it all could be from the excitement for GTA 6.It seems Netflix’s extended look at Grand Theft Auto 6 did what it was supposed to do: retailers like Best Buy are currently sold out of the PS5 Pro, and the only way to get your hands on one is through PS Direct or to buy a significantly marked-up
  
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• Don Toliver Brings Drake On Stage Despite Travis Scott And 6 God Beef Rumors

  01-09-2026 20:11 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: Paras Griffin / GettyDon Toliver continues to surprise his fans on tour, bringing out some major names along the way.During his Miami show, the Houston rapper brought out Justin Timberlake for full-circle moment. Toliver sampled JT’s “Rock Your Body” on his new album, using the classic record on Track 2, “Body.” Timberlake even performed Toliver’s version of the song with him, giving fans a memorable moment.Then came Toronto. There was really only one
  
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• Mary J. Blige Faces Backlash For Using Suno Music

  01-09-2026 19:42 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Mary J. Blige is the latest established musician to embrace the use of generative AI in their creations, sparking outrage from critics. As the resistance to generative AI is consistently on the rise, Mary J. Blige’s endorsement of the practice has rubbed some fans the wrong way.The actual reel itself appeared on Facebook and now only seems the full session in question appears on Suno’s Facebook page. In the clip, Mary J. Blige is in a studio being asked about what Suno is. She quickl
  
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• Rod Wave Makes History with 59 New RIAA Certifications.

  01-09-2026 19:32 via rapindustry.com
  Florida rapper Rod Wave has secured a major update to his catalog, earning 59 new certifications from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The update features 31 Platinum and 28 Gold awards, bringing his career total to over 115 million certified units.
  While he often flies under the radar of mainstream pop radio, these new figures highlight his immense and consistent popularity on streaming platforms. The certifications move Rod Wave into the Top 35 most certified artists of al
  
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• Tennis Superstar Carlos Alcaraz Debuts The Travis Scott “Cactus Court” Sneakers

  01-09-2026 19:28 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: Clive Brunskill / GettyThe sneaker game may not be what it was just a few years ago but best believe when a Nike x Travis Scott collaboration drops, hypebeasts will come out the woodworks to get themselves some of that merchandise.On Monday (Aug. 31), the Travis Scott “Cactus Court” collection dropped in limited quantities in New York City and while it wasn’t the madhouse that it would’ve been in 2020, it still drew quite the number of people who needed the latest
  
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• Netanyahu Brags About Finessing Trump, Sparks Shock Online


  01-09-2026 19:26 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: Anadolu / GettyThe war in Iran, initiated by President Donald Trump in February, has shaken the United States’ standing in the world. His main ally, Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has added to that turmoil by openly bragging that his  “successful” influence on Trump to wage war worked.Netanyahu appeared on the Channel 14 television network on Sunday (August 30) to appeal directly to voters, as his government is underwater in polling before the na
  
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• Isidore Luxury and the Estate of DMX Announce the Return of the DMX Collection.

  01-09-2026 19:15 via rapindustry.com
  Isidore Luxury, the Black-owned luxury fragrance house founded by Durell Martin, and the Estate of Earl “DMX” Simmons today announced the return of The DMX Collection, a limited-edition Eau de Parfum personally selected and endorsed by DMX prior to his passing.
  The collaboration between DMX and Isidore Luxury began through a chance encounter between the legendary artist and Martin at the W Hotel in Los Angeles. When Martin shared that he owned a fragrance company, DMX, who had a pers
  
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• Nicki Minaj Joins as Judge on $1M ‘Shark Tank-Like’ Competition.

  01-09-2026 19:02 via rapindustry.com
  The Trump administration is set to host its own Shark Tank-style competition later this month, with rapper Nicki Minaj among others with Superman actor Dean Cain to host.
  Nicki will serve as a judge of the small-business competition. The event, called Million Dollar Pitch Competition, will be held on 18 September in Washington DC. Five American entrepreneurs compete for a share of a $1 million prize pool.
  Five finalists have already advanced to the competition: defense technology company Compote
  
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• Bmg And Concord Complete Merger.

  01-09-2026 18:41 via rapindustry.com
  BMG and Concord announced today the successful completion of their combination, creating a new global music company with the scale, expertise, and capabilities to unlock greater opportunities for creators. The transaction, first announced on April 28, 2026, has received all required regulatory approvals. The company’s global headquarters will be located in Nashville, with Berlin serving as its European headquarters.
  Operating under the BMG name, the combined company brings together two hig
  
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