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Renowned rapper, entrepreneur and activist Killer Mike was dealt a setback with the scheduled reopening of his newest barbershop location in the Atlanta area after it suffered significant damage during a shootout over the weekend. Atlanta-born and -raised Killer Mike, who is one-half of Run the Jewels group, said he was informed about someone…

Since its late 2020 launch, Atlanta-based lifestyle brand Draught Season has made its presence known among beer purists and industry influencers alike. By fusing hip-hop-inspired lexicon with beer-friendly lingo, Draught Season has cleverly developed timely fashion collections that resonate well among hip beer enthusiasts. Its most recent collection is a tribute to Black History Month,…

Killer Mike has never been one to mince words and this time he expressed his views on the insurrection in Washington D.C. on Late Night with Seth Meyers. During the interview, Killer Mike praised the democratic process and how Georgia officials played fair during the presidential election and the senate run-off that followed. Mike explained on…

Killer Mike is standing on the front lines as usual and this time the cause and fight is for the legalization of marijuana and Black people getting a fair cut into the billion dollar industry. In July, he and his Run the Jewels partner El-P partnered with cannabis company Cookies and Lemonnade to create their…

Rapper Saweetie threw shade at real men on a recent Instagram live with boyfriend Quavo, stating, “and if he not getting you a Birkin, and if he not paying for your bills, then throw that n—- back to the streets. OK?” The Birkin, a high-end tote bag created by French designer Hermès, is known as…

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Rapper and entrepreneur Killer Mike has teamed up with Ambassador Andrew Young and the founder of Bounce TV to start a digital bank aimed at Black and Latino consumers and to support Black businesses nationally. Ryan Glover, who owns Bounce, founded Greenwood and together the three have unveiled their new platform after securing $3 million…

Killer Mike has ignited a firestorm on social media after sitting down with Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp at the state capital in Atlanta on Wednesday, Sept. 09, 2020. The rapper, 45, who was born Michael Santiago Render in Atlanta, informed the public that he met with Kemp, 56, to devise ways to vastly increase Black…

Killer Mike made waves during an emotional speech at a press conference in Atlanta on May 29, when he insisted the city follow the blueprint laid down by civil rights leaders such as Martin Luther King, Jr. and Joseph E. Lowery. The proud Atlanta native followed up that appearance as a featured guest on “The…

The city of Atlanta burned on the night of May 29, 2020. In response to the death of George Floyd, hundreds initially marched peacefully in downtown Atlanta to shed light on police brutality and racial injustice. However, the protest turned violent as some set police cars on fire, destroyed property at the CNN Center, College…

T.I. and Killer Mike continue to give back to the community during the global pandemic. On May 6, the Atlanta natives teamed up with PAWkids, which offers social and emotional support to children and families that have been affected by the global pandemic crisis. Over 500 families received meals that consisted of chicken fried rice,…

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp continues to catch flack for his decision to lift restrictions for businesses on April 24. Kemp announced that the state would begin to relax social distancing and stay-at-home regulations for gyms, barbers, nail salons, bowling alleys, massage parlors, tattoo shops, and hair salons. On April 27, movie theaters and private social…

For decades, Bankhead Seafood stood as a staple in the majority-Black Bankhead community in Atlanta. But in 2018, the restaurant closed after 50 years due to owner Helen Brown Harden deciding it was time to retire. To keep the restaurant’s legacy alive, rappers Killer Mike and T.I. — both raised on Atlanta’s Westside where Bankhead…

Ed Gordon made hay as an anchor with BET and specifically for his work on “BET Tonight,” “BET News” and “Conversations with Ed Gordon.” His adroit interviewing skills earned him status as one of the most accomplished and skilled journalists of his era. He’s interviewed Tupac Shakur, Bill Clinton, Whitney Houston and O.J. Simpson…

The city of Atlanta showed up in droves for a special stage adaptation of Ta-Nehisi Coates’ New York Times bestseller, Between the World and Me. The one-day, two-show affair — produced, developed and directed by Apollo Theater executive producer Kamilah Forbes — took place in front of a packed house on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019,…

Three of the leading voices of hip-hop served as keynote speakers at ComplexCon Chicago. The event took place on the second day of the festival that highlights hip-hop culture, art, fashion and sneakers. During a panel discussion held at McCormick Place titled “Take Over the Block,” Killer Mike, T.I., and David Banner shared their thoughts…

In a new video, Killer Mike tackles gang entrepreneurship, religion and Black wealth.

Days after the commencement of Black History Month, a barber’s chair became Killer Mike’s pulpit. During lively debates and discussions at The Swag Shop in Atlanta, a barbershop franchise he co-owns with his wife Shay Bigga, the outspoken Run The Jewels rapper gave his candid thoughts on a wide range of topics that included sports,…

One of the most resounding voices in the world of hip-hop activism interrupted the normal flow at “The Breakfast Club” when he tore into one of the deejays during a fierce debate about public and private schools. Bodacious Atlanta-based rapper and businessman Killer Mike had a high-decibel showdown with DJ Envy when the radio co-host…

Killer Mike continues to be one of the most outspoken voices in hip-hop. The member of the Run the Jewels rap group often shares insightful views when it comes to race, economics and politics. Killer Mike proved to be a key figure by traveling across the nation to stump for Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders during his…