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• Here Are The Best Black Star Trek Characters

  09-09-2026 22:14 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: Ethan Miller / GettyOn September 8, 1966, television viewers were introduced to the USS Enterprise when Star Trek: The Original Series debuted with “The Man Trap.” What started as Gene Roddenberry’s vision of humanity exploring the stars has grown into a six-decade franchise spanning numerous television series, feature films, animation, books and generations of devoted fans. This week, Star Trek officially celebrated its 60th anniversary, with events around the world ho
  
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• Hit-Boy Says No Album Can Top ‘Watch The Throne’ Despite Kanye West’s Recent Claims

  09-10-2026 23:09 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: Paul Archuleta / GettyHit-Boy has produced some of Hip-Hop’s biggest records, but his work on Watch The Throne remains in a league of its own.The iconic 2011 album, a collaboration between Kanye West and JAŸ-Z, featured “N*ggas In Paris,” one of the biggest records in Hip-Hop history, with Hit-Boy behind the prodction.In July, Kanye West shared his thought on his latest project, Bully, during the Urban One Summit, claiming the project meant more to him than Watch T
  
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• Von off North Ave – ‘Been Busy’ ft. Chinch 33

  09-10-2026 22:56 via rapindustry.com
   
  “Been Busy” by Von off North Ave (before Dyzzi from DivSel) is the first single with his new name after taking a break of 5 years.
  Von adds: “”Been Busy” was a song I wrote after the first time I went to jail, was going through a bad writers block and was thrown off with so many other things going on in life at the time. I went searching for a beat that sounded how I felt; dark, gritty, and a bit indistinct. Looking back at it, I simply just wanted to reflect
  
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• BUD’DA ANDERSON: ‘Bow Down’ Was Only The Beginning (Interview).

  09-10-2026 22:37 via rapindustry.com
  By: Todd “DG” DavisRapindustry.com
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  Before the Emmy, Bow Down, The Proud Family, BMF, or the many records carrying his fingerprints, Stephen “Bud’da” Anderson was a kid in Pittsburgh with rhythm in his blood. Raised in a musical family and shaped by the drums, he developed an ear that would eventually help him bridge worlds—Pittsburgh and Los Angeles, hip-hop and R&B, records and television. 
  Then came California. 
  Bud’da arrived carryin
  
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• Muni Long Spills on Marriage, Music, and Owning Her Masters

  09-10-2026 21:25 via hiphopwired.com
  
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  Muni Long is not just having a moment. She’s building a whole legacy. The Grammy-winning R&B star sat down with Incognito and DJ Misses for a real one, covering everything from her grind behind the scenes, to love, to why owning your stuff is non-negotiable. If you slept on this interview, here’s your recap.She Was Writing Hits Before You Even Knew Her NameBefore “Muni Long” was on everybody’s lips, she was Priscilla Renea, one of the most in-demand so
  
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• Woman Arrested In Fatal Shooting Of S.F. Security Guard At ‘Baddies’ Event

  09-10-2026 21:23 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: Douglas Sacha / GettySan Francisco police have arrested Shakia Vanderbilt, 32, in connection with the fatal shooting of Ulysses “Bear” Davis, a security guard who was working at the Warfield Theater during an event for the reality television show “Baddies.”Davis, 47, was reportedly helping fellow security staff escort a “rowdy” woman out of the theater around 1 a.m. when the woman allegedly shot him in the back, KTVU reports.Police have not released de
  
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• Morris Chestnut Gets Roasted For His “Chiraq” Slang Talk On Hulu’s ‘Reasonable Doubt’

  09-10-2026 20:48 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: Warner Bros. TV / GettyEarlier this year Taye Diggs went viral for his unintentionally hilarious depiction of a psychotic stepdad in the Tubi film, Stepfather, but this time around it seems like his Best Man co-star, Morris Chestnut has caught the comedic wrath of Black Twitter as a scene from his Hulu show, Reasonable Doubt has the internet going nuts.In the drama series, Chestnut tackles the role of a successful Los Angeles defense attorney, Corey Cash, but it wasn’t until he tri
  
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• They Grow Up So Fast: Druski Hilariously Spoofs Former Child Stars In Wild New Skit [Video]

  09-10-2026 20:00 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: Rodin Eckenroth / GettyDruski has made a habit of sending social media into a frenzy with his comedy sketches, and his latest offering might have a few former Disney Channel stars feeling a way. The comedian has released a hilarious new skit poking fun at the unpredictable lives of former child stars, with some not-so-subtle references to Raven-Symoné, Orlando Brown and JoJo Siwa.
  
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• Bad Bunny, Trick Daddy, Trina & More Will Host ‘GTA 6’ Radio Stations

  09-10-2026 19:52 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Rockstar Games / GTA 6As we keep inching towards Grand Theft Auto VI’s highly anticipated launch, we are slowly learning what tunes and other content we will be enjoying while engaging in criminal behavior.
  Rockstar Games shared 6 radio stations players can tune in to while committing random acts of delinquency in Grand Theft Auto VI.
  One of those stations, Cocoteo FM, focuses on modern Latin music and will be hosted by Bad Bunny and fellow Puerto Rican singer-songwriter RaiNao, who will a
  
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• Spotify and Joe Rogan Continue Longstanding Partnership / Joe Talks Favorite Hip Hop.

  09-10-2026 18:47 via rapindustry.com
  The Joe Rogan Experience is the world’s most popular podcast, and with 18 million followers has been the most-followed show on Spotify since their partnership with Joe Rogan began in 2020. Six years later, JRE remains a defining show on Spotify, with a massive global audience and a format built around the wide-ranging, long-form conversations that have become its signature.
  Spotify and Joe are continuing their longstanding relationship with a new multi-year licensing agreement for JRE. Fan
  
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• Druski Takes Equity Stake in Gopuff and Enters Multi-Year Strategic Partnership.

  09-10-2026 18:15 via rapindustry.com
  Gopuff, the leading instant commerce company, today announced that it has teamed up with award-winning comedian, actor and entrepreneur Druski on an innovative equity and multi-year strategic partnership.
  As part of the collaboration, Druski will work closely with Gopuff to unveil exclusive products and create special consumer experiences tailored to his audience. Additionally, he will help strategically broaden the brand’s reach through his Coulda Been Records and 4Lifers Entertainment pr
  
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• Ovrkast. – ‘STRIKING’ album + ‘WINDO’ video ft. Michael Sneed.

  09-10-2026 18:00 via rapindustry.com
   
  In fall 2026, music fans unfamiliar with ovrkast. discovered him as the target of a federal trademark lawsuit by legendary Atlanta rap duo Outkast. But fans know the Oakland, California rapper/producer has been working for a decade-plus: After a string of beat tapes and a placement on Earl Sweatshirt’s FEET OF CLAY, he’s released several solo projects with features by rappers like Navy Blue and Vince Staples, dropped a collaborative EP with Cardo Got Wings and landed a pair o
  
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• Stu Bangas x Young Reese Dude – “Low Low”

  09-10-2026 17:53 via rapindustry.com
   
  Produced by Stu BangasThe post Stu Bangas x Young Reese Dude – “Low Low” first appeared on Rap Industry: New Hip Hop, Rap Videos, Music, News, & more..
  
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• LeBron James Racks Up 10 in 18 Minutes of Sixers Debut

  09-10-2026 17:50 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: Ishika Samant / GettyWhen LeBron James chose to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers over the summer, many wondered what his game would look like on a squad with a mix of veterans and young talent. They got their answer in a solid debut in the team’s second preseason game on Thursday night (October 8).LeBron James thrilled the crowd at Barclays Center, who gave him heavy applause as he suited up for Philadelphia against the Brooklyn Nets. James was the center of a new look for the Sixe
  
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• Gunna – ‘pop it’

  09-10-2026 17:30 via rapindustry.com
  The post Gunna – ‘pop it’ first appeared on Rap Industry: New Hip Hop, Rap Videos, Music, News, & more..
  
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• EZ MIL & Eminem – ‘MADARA’ ft. Neil Kaplan & Hideyoshi

  09-10-2026 17:28 via rapindustry.com
   
  ‘Madara’ is set to drop on Ez Mil’s 3RD WRLD VOL. 2 EP, Eminem will co-produce.The post EZ MIL & Eminem – ‘MADARA’ ft. Neil Kaplan & Hideyoshi first appeared on Rap Industry: New Hip Hop, Rap Videos, Music, News, & more..
  
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• Joyce Wrice – ‘MACHIKO’ album

  09-10-2026 17:26 via rapindustry.com
  Joyce Wrice · MACHIKOThe post Joyce Wrice – ‘MACHIKO’ album first appeared on Rap Industry: New Hip Hop, Rap Videos, Music, News, & more..
  
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• Mix Master Mike to Headline a Free Set at RADwood NorCal.

  09-10-2026 17:25 via rapindustry.com
  RADwood, driven by Hagerty and presented by Goodyear, returns to the San Francisco Bay Area on Saturday, October 24, for its most engaging event yet. The automotive festival known for celebrating the cars and culture of the ’80s and ’90s will stage the brand’s first free-to-attend evening event and feature iconic cars at full-throttle in its latest, enthusiast-focused format. This year’s event will also be headlined by DJ, producer and member of the Beastie Boys, Mix Mast
  
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• Ray Vaughn – ‘Set It Off’

  09-10-2026 17:22 via rapindustry.com
  The post Ray Vaughn – ‘Set It Off’ first appeared on Rap Industry: New Hip Hop, Rap Videos, Music, News, & more..
  
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• REKS & Hazardis Sound – ‘Bodega Bop’ ft. Capone

  09-10-2026 17:14 via rapindustry.com
   
  “Bodega Bop” marks the long-awaited collaborative comeback of Showoff crew lyricist REKS (Rhythmatic Eternal King) and powerhouse producer Hazardis Soundz—their first major reunion since their critically acclaimed 2014 joint album, Eyes Watching God. The two originally connected in Miramar, FL, where Hazardis is based and where their debut joint project was born. Known for his pristine sonic engineering on the top-rated podcast Drink Champs (featuring N.O.R.E. & DJ E
  
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• Cardi B – ‘Don’t Chart’ (from GTAVI: The Album)

  09-10-2026 17:12 via rapindustry.com
   
  Additional Producer: Andre BettsVocals: Cardi BEngineer, Mixer: Evan LaRayPerformance: Grand Theft Auto VIMasterer: Joe LaPortaCo- Producer: TimbalandProducer: VinylzThe post Cardi B – ‘Don’t Chart’ (from GTAVI: The Album) first appeared on Rap Industry: New Hip Hop, Rap Videos, Music, News, & more..
  
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• Tobe Nwigwe x Busta Rhymes – ‘CHINEKE’

  09-10-2026 17:11 via rapindustry.com
   
  CREDITS:A GOOD STEWARDS Production
  Artists:Tobe NwigweBusta Rhymes
  Director:Tobe Nwigwe
  Creative Director:Tobe Nwigwe
  Song Produced By:Kizzo & Tobe Nwigwe
  LYRICS:Chineke layyyyyyyooooo
  Talk slick you can leak like a faucet
  Seen a n***a breath leave he ain’t even (cough)Blick sit in the whip as precautionIf you hear the (grrrrrrr) sorry for ya loss
  Talk slick you can leak like a faucet
  Seen a n***a breath leave he ain’t even coughBlick sit in the whip as precaution
  Ok big d
  
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• frau – ‘flutter’ album

  09-10-2026 17:10 via rapindustry.com
  Following an intimate listening party to preview the album for fans at Silence Please in NYC last week, Brooklyn’s singer, songwriter and producer frau releases her debut album flutter via Spoonerism. Made in partnership with executive producer brand0 (Elphi, RYL0, ChiChi; developer of audio plugins used by umru and Charli xcx), flutter is a tender exploration of the nuances of human connection, embracing intimacy in her songwriting and the portraying the chaotic spectrum of emotions that
  
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• Geek Out!:The Best Cosplay From Day 1 of NYCC 2026

  09-10-2026 16:12 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Bernard Smalls / New York Comic ConNYC Blerds, nerds, anime lovers, and gamers, rejoice: New York Comic Con is back, and you know what that means- the best cosplayers have come out to play.
  Like we always do at this time, HipHopWired/CassiusLife was on the ground for the biggest fan convention on the East Coast, immersing ourselves in all things nerdy.
  The annual convention is ground zero every year not just for collectors to drop coins on hard-to-find comic books, Funko Pops, models,
  
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• Spelhouse Concert 2026 Recap: Bellygang Kush, Bossman DLow, Pluto & More

  09-10-2026 16:03 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: @_strikernine / InstagramSpelhouse Homecoming took things to a different level this year.The annual celebration got an upgrade, giving students and alumni a festival-style experience. Alongside the annual fashion show, attendees enjoyed a 50-foot Ferris wheel, boat rides, mini hoops, and plenty of other activities. Then came the highlight of the night, the live performances. Some of the biggest names hit the Spelhouse stage, including Bellygang Kush, Bossman DLow, and Pluto.Several
  
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• Most Wanted: Black TV Characters We All Agree Need A Comeback

  09-10-2026 01:30 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Fotos International / WENN.com / Aaron Rapoport / GettyWho doesn’t love a good comeback?! No matter what field we’re talking, there’s nothing quite like seeing a good thing from the past make a return to form after much anticipation from the masses.Those who recently finished streaming the new A Different World reboot on Netflix were left off with quite an interesting cliffhanger, as the season ended with a strong possibility that we may see the return of fan-favorite OG charac
  
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• Pete Hegseth Hilariously Flamed For Epic Workout Fail

  09-10-2026 00:38 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Finn Gomez / Pete Hegseth
  Cosplay Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth proudly proclaimed his “Department of War” has no room for “fatties, beardos, and weirdos.” Still, a recent workout video pretty much confirmed he meant himself.
  When it comes to having the “warrior ethos,” Hegseth doesn’t have it.
  Hegseth became the butt of jokes on social media after a clip of him failing to keep up with military members circulated.
  The 46-year-old, highly unqualified
  
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• Best Of The Baddest: Black Horror Movie Villains We Love To Hate

  09-10-2026 00:30 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: LMPC / Getty You never have to wait until Halloween to press play on a good horror movie marathon — it could be Hallow’s Eve, Friday the 13th or just another Thursday night if you ask us! From classic slasher franchises that never get old, to new age thrillers carving out a fresh legacy in horror film history, you’ve got more than enough options out there to get anyone hooting and hollering well into Mischief Night or any time you deem it to be spooky season.Take
  
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• Quavo And Offset Could Be Called To Testify In Takeoff Settlement Battle

  08-10-2026 23:17 via hiphopwired.com
  
  Source: Paras Griffin / GettyTakeoff’s mother, Titania Davenport, is still picking up the pieces following the tragic death of her son.Last year, Davenport reached a settlement with the venue where Takeoff lost where Takeoff lost his life. She also had to navigate a separate legal dispute involving Takeoff’s father, Kenneth Ball.According to TMZ, Quavo’s sister is now asking a Georgia court to further examine the case involving Ball, which is currently being handled in Texas.Da
  
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• New Pacs: 30 Years Of Rappers Influenced By 2Pac

  08-10-2026 21:00 via hiphopwired.com
  
  WENN / Raymond Boyd /Joe Papeo ; Variety ; Penske Media/GettyIt was 30 years ago today that beloved rap star Tupac Shakur would succumb to the injuries he suffered a week prior in a drive-by shooting that, only recently, came to some form of justice.
  Although we lost him physically in 1996, the legacy of 2Pac has continued to resonate in hip-hop thanks to a classic catalog that will never be forgotten and an influence on many emcees who came after.
  From the cadence in his flow and a signature st
  
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