Boosie Badazz is organizing a mentoring event for young Black boys
Boosie Badazz organized the ‘Save Our Sons’ mentoring event at his estate in Georgia, where hundreds of young Black boys received guidance and a sense of purpose. Drawing on his own raw life story, he offers not only words of wisdom but also a tangible space and role models to inspire the next generation. This initiative is part of a broader movement within…
Biggie's son claims that he and his sister were removed from their grandmother's will
Christopher “C.J.” Wallace, son of Notorious B.I.G., claims that he and his sister T’yanna were removed from their grandmother Voletta Wallace’s will two weeks before her death. Voletta Wallace, who had protected her son’s estate for years, passed away earlier this year, and shortly before her death, there were reportedly significant changes to her will…
Gene Deal's testimony: Could it link Diddy to the Tupac case?
Sean “Diddy” Combs is not being charged with the murder of Tupac Shakur, but his name comes up frequently in the trial against Duane “Keffe D” Davis. Gene Deal, a former bodyguard of Diddy’s, has been asked to testify about the relationship between Diddy and Keffe D, which may help the prosecution establish the credibility of…
The 10 Essential G-Funk Albums of West Coast Rap
G-funk is the signature sound of West Coast hip-hop, shaped by synthesizers, thick basslines, and Parliament-Funkadelic samples, with Dr. Dre’s album *The Chronic* as its foundation. This style combines laid-back music with raw gangsta lyrics and put a region and a generation of rappers on the map with their own distinct identity. Decades later, G-funk remains influential, with artists such as…
Dr. Dre sees AI as an evolution in music production
Dr. Dre uses artificial intelligence as a new tool in music production and sees it as an evolution, not a threat, similar to earlier technological innovations such as drum machines and synthesizers. He emphasizes that AI can enhance creativity, while others in the music industry remain skeptical about its impact on authenticity and ownership. Jimmy Iovine…
Kid Cudi will direct two films, including a horror-comedy, in 2027
Kid Cudi is making his feature film directorial debut with two films set to be released in 2027: a drama titled “Doe” and a horror-comedy he’s very excited about. “Doe” follows 24 hours in the life of an addict in Los Angeles and features original music by Cudi himself, while the second film is a mix of horror…
Mike D Returns to Music with a Solo Album Following the Loss of MCA
After years of creative stagnation following the loss of MCA, co-founder of the Beastie Boys, Mike D returned to music with his debut solo album *Thank You*, which is set to be released on August 28. The album came to be thanks to the support of his sons, with whom he jammed and who helped him cope with his grief and…
The Fat Boys Are Honored with a Street Named After Them in Brooklyn in Recognition of Their Influence on Hip-Hop
A street in Brooklyn, Schenck Avenue, will be renamed Fat Boys Avenue on August 22, 2026, in honor of the influential hip-hop group The Fat Boys, of whom only Kool Rock-Ski is still alive to receive this recognition. The group took hip-hop to new places and cultivated a sound all their own, with, among other things, three movies and a…
Dr. Dre on AI in music: ‘Fear is a sign of weakness’
Dr. Dre is a strong advocate for AI in music production, dismissing fears about the technology as a sign of creative weakness and comparing current resistance to past backlash against new instruments like drum machines. While some artists, such as SZA, oppose AI due to the unauthorized use of their work and stereotypical outputs, others, such as Timbaland…
Pioneer Funky 4 + 1 Keith Keith Has Passed Away
Keith Keith, founder of the groundbreaking hip-hop group Funky 4 + 1 from the Bronx, passed away on August 21. The group was the first hip-hop act to perform on national television and played a crucial role in the early development of hip-hop, in part by bringing the first female MC, Sha Rock, into the spotlight….