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J. Cole Becomes Partial Owner Of The Charlotte Hornets

Basketball legend Michael Jordan has reached an agreement to sell his majority stake in the Charlotte Hornets, marking the end of his 13-year tenure as the team's majority owner. The sale, valued at approximately $3 billion, is led by a group of investors including renowned rapper J. Cole, adding an exciting twist to the deal. 199 Views With Jordan retaining a minority stake and J. Cole joining as a partial owner, the Charlotte Hornets are set for a new era […]

June 20, 2023 565 42

Foggieraw Drops ‘The Foggie Pound 3’ Double Single

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Foggieraw Drops ‘The Foggie Pound 3’ Double Single

Sometimes, I do pay attention to tweets. Sometimes. The last time the Maryland-bred musician FoggieRaw appeared at the DopeHouse was way back in 2017. Absolutely terrible decision-making on our part. However, he hit my timeline on the bird app thanks to his track “Psalm 62,” which had him rhyming over the instrumental of Alicia Keys’ “You Don’t Know My Name.” The clip went viral, and Foggie got his wish of having Alicia clear the track. “Psalm 62” is now part […]

June 20, 2023 699 89

French Montana Informs & Empowers Immigrants

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French Montana Informs & Empowers Immigrants

French Montana is making a significant impact beyond the music industry. Recently, he took to his YouTube channel on June 15 to release a promotional video in collaboration with Informed Immigrant, an online platform dedicated to raising awareness about resources available to immigrants, including legal and mental services. Through his own experiences as an immigrant, French Montana aims to inform and empower individuals navigating the complexities of immigration. This initiative aligns with his upcoming documentary FOR KHADIJA, chronicling his family's […]

June 20, 2023 429 43

Weekly Dope: Killer Mike, Gunna, Hit-Boy, Kiana Ledé & More

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Weekly Dope: Killer Mike, Gunna, Hit-Boy, Kiana Ledé & More

With another seven eight days in the books, we’re back catching you up on the best new music with the 341st installment of our Weekly Dope playlist. On the artwork, I ran with a mix of Killer Mike‘s MICHAEL, Kiana Lede‘s Grudges, Gunna‘s A Gift & A Curse, Hit-Boy and Big Hit‘s Surf Or Drown 2, SAFE‘s Safe & Sound, and PHABO‘s Don’t Get Too Cozy albums. On top of that, there’s also new music from Royce 5’9, Gucci Mane + Lil […]

June 19, 2023 739 68

Gunna’s New “A Gift & A Curse” Album Drops After Prison Release

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Gunna’s New “A Gift & A Curse” Album Drops After Prison Release

Gunna is making waves in the music industry again with his highly anticipated album, A Gift & A Curse, marking his return after his release from prison in December 2022. Despite entering a plea deal and deciding not to testify during the RICO trial, Gunna is channeling his experiences into his music. 234 Views Gunna’s new album, A Gift & A Curse, is an exciting development for his discography. It marks his first album release since his prison release and […]

June 17, 2023 720 59

Juvenile Honored For Contributions By Louisiana Rep

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Juvenile Honored For Contributions By Louisiana Rep

Juvenile received special recognition for his significant contributions to hip-hop during the 2023 Legislative Session in Washington D.C. This recognition comes as a testament to Juvenile's enduring career, spanning over two decades, and his influence on the rap scene with iconic hits such as "Back That Azz Up." 169 Views On June 14, Louisiana Representative Troy Carter presented Juvenile with a Congressional Record, highlighting his impact on the genre. Rep. Carter praised the Louisiana rapper’s accomplishments in hip-hop during the […]

June 17, 2023 641 76

Juneteenth Festivals Nationwide Celebrate Hip-Hop & Black Culture

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Juneteenth Festivals Nationwide Celebrate Hip-Hop & Black Culture

As the summer approaches, excitement builds for the upcoming Juneteenth celebrations across the United States. Cities such as NYC, D.C., and Baltimore prepare to honor this meaningful holiday with festivals and events that highlight the vibrant contributions of African Americans in art, music, and culture. 278 Views Juneteenth, now recognized as a federal holiday, commemorates the arrival of Union troops in Galveston Bay, Texas, on June 19, 1865, when the long-awaited news of freedom reached approximately 250,000 enslaved individuals still […]

June 17, 2023 384 58

Gunna Returns with ‘a Gift & a Curse’ Album

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Gunna Returns with ‘a Gift & a Curse’ Album

[Art by PaperFrank] Gunna is back with his new album, A Gift & A Curse. While I could sit here and pen a pointless five paragraph think-piece on the legal situation surrounding Gunna and his associates, I’m just gonna let the music speak for itself. Because, in the end, what do we *actually* know about the whole sh*t? Oh yeah, that’s right, not a damn thing lol. Led by a bangin’ lead single in “Guns & Butter” (where he begins […]

June 17, 2023 650 69

“Attention!” Doja Cat Returns With New Single

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“Attention!” Doja Cat Returns With New Single

Doja Cat has made a comeback with her latest single, "Attention." On June 15, the "Say So" hitmaker took to Twitter to share a tantalizing teaser of the track's music video after a brief hiatus, leaving fans excited. 249 Views Doja has set the stage for her much-anticipated return. The music video for her newest single, “Attention,” showcases the “Tia Tamera” artist confidently striding through a masked crowd, contrasted with shots of ecstatic admirers. During her time away from the […]

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