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Snoop Dogg and DMX served as the headlining artists for the VERZUZ battle that took place on July 22. The two emcees represented an era in hip-hop that was fueled by hardcore lyrics and street anthems. But while the “battle of the dogs” matched two artists with contrasting styles, only one dog would have his…

Snoop Dogg and DMX are set to have a face-off in Swizz Beatz and Timbaland’s Verzuz series. In what is being hailed the battle of the dogs, the hip-hop legends will take part in the next rap battle, which can be viewed on Instagram Live or Apple Music on July 22. Alongside a poster of…

The 10th annual ONE Musicfest provided festivalgoers a glimpse of some of the most impactful artists to shape urban culture. Held at Centennial Olympic Park in downtown Atlanta, the two-day festival featured artists, including Pharrell, Usher, Lil Nas X, Rick Ross, Raphael Saadiq, Wu-Tang Clan, DMX, and Three 6 Mafia. On Saturday, Sept. 7, the…

Embattled and troubled rapper DMX, aka Earl Simmons, is taking his talents back to prison. According to media reports, he will be incarcerated for “for failing to comply with conditions of his bail.” Last year, the “Lose My Mind” rapper pleaded guilty to tax evasion and was out of jail on a $500K bond. Unfortunately, DMX…

A judge has ordered DMX, whose real name is Earl Simmons, to be placed on house arrest and equipped with an ankle monitor. On Friday, Aug. 11, the rapper was found guilty of violating the conditions of his bail by failing drug tests ☺ he tested positive for cocaine and was found to have cannabis…

The Art of Rap Tour produced by Ice-T and Mick Bentson touched down at the Chicago Theater. The tour featured DMX, Rakim, EPMD, KRS-One, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah and Crucial Conflict. Ice Cube, who happened to be in town promoting his BIG3 basketball league games, surprised the audience with a performance. The night was filled with…

DMX, whose real name is Earl Simmons, has been arrested for tax evasion. On Thursday, July 13, the rapper came face-to-face with a harsh reality, when he was thrown into the clinker for tax fraud. According to the United States Department of Justice, the “Party Up” artist is accused of concocting a multiyear scheme to…

Ruff Ryders, the hip-hop crew featuring DMX, Eve, the Lox, Drag On and super producer Swizz Beatz is celebrating 20 years this weekend with a show at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, last night and one tonight at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut. In celebration, we bring you the top 10 iconic Ruff Ryders songs…

For over two years, super-producer Swiss Beatz has been releasing snippets of new music from DMX. After dropping “Still Scratching” last summer, Dark Man X decided to drop new music for the top of the year. “Bain Iz Back” is the classic DMX grit record that we’ve become accustomed to. With Swizz opening the track with…

PR vet Angelo Antonio Ellerbee has penned a new book, Ask Angelo, about his experiences in the entertainment industry. Find out what he said about the industry and his book in the exclusive interview below. What inspired you to write Ask Angelo? Timing for one. With show business turning into “no business” for many up-and-coming…

Rapper DMX has become a dad for the 15th time after his partner, Desiree Lindstrom, gave birth to a son. The 45-year-old rapper, whose real name is Earl Simmons, and Lindstrom welcomed son Exodus Simmons in New York on Friday, Aug. 19, the tot weighed 6 pounds, 10 ounces. DMX told TMZ he’s overjoyed and…

Dark Man X lit up the stage at B.B. King Blues Club and Grill in New York, NY on Sunday. In between rapping his hits such as “Where the Hood At, “Party Up (Up in Here)” and “Ruff Ryders’ Anthem,” DMX spoke to the crowd in a fashion not uncommon for the sometimes troubled, yet…

Dark Man X hit up B.B. King Blues Club and Grill in New York on Easter Sunday. DMX commanded the stage while rapping some of his biggest hits, including “Ruff Ryders’ Anthem,” “Where the Hood At” and “Party Up.” What do you think about the performance?

The touch of Angelo Ellerbee is certified gold for artists stretching across the R&B urban music spectrum. His agency, Double XXposure Media Relations, has worked with talents such as Michael Jackson, Dionne Warwick and DMX. Ellerbe’s company represents the top tier of the urban entertainment development, branding and management. Rolling out spoke with Ellerbe about…

DMX was recently found unconscious and without a pulse. The Ruff Ryders’ emcee was reportedly in a parking lot at a Ramada Inn in Yonkers, New York when police found him unresponsive. Officers said that DMX collapsed near his white BMW and was not breathing and did not have a pulse at the time. The officers…

Mental illness takes many forms; therefore, the issues those battling mental health face often go unseen. For some Black celebrities with mental health issues, life is often filled with tragedy and triumphs while engaging in a private and public battle. Following is a list of famous Black celebrities who have battled mental illness. Michael Jackson Megastar…

Swizz Beatz, Wiz Khalifa and DMX served as the headlining acts for the Untameable House Party at Art Basel in Miami. Sponsored by BARCARDI, the event featured performances by Wiz Khalifa who played a DJ, Swizz Beatz, and DMX. Swizz Beatz teamed-up with BACARDI to join forces to combine art and music with the three-day No-Commission Art Fair during the…

From start to finish, the list of celebrities arrested in 2015 is a long one. Sadly, the number of Black entertainers and athletes continue to grow at a steady rate. Here are a few Black celebrities arrested in 2015. DMX-Earl Simmons DMX seems to be getting arrested on a fairly regular basis. In 2015, he was…

Military officials have confirmed the death of German born rapper turned ISIS member Abu Talha al-Almani. al-Almani, born Denis Cuspert, was two days shy of his 40th birthday when he was killed by an airstrike in Syria on Oct. 16. Reports indicate that missiles from a U.S. fronted coalition struck a pickup truck carrying al-Almani killing…

DMX goes to jail… again… On July 14, the rapper was sentenced to six months in prison after failing to pay $400,000 in child support. The 44-year-old rapper, whose real name is Earl Simmons, was placed in the Erie County holding center in Buffalo, New York, on Tuesday, according to the Erie County sheriff’s office.…