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Goodie Mob became pioneers and icons in the rap game because its acclaimed career, starting with the landmark debut album, 1995’s Soul Food, became a case study in how to deftly combine lyrics and visuals to create a critical mass movement in music that resonates to this day. The Goodie Mob crew of Gipp, Khujo,…

Mystikal (born Michael Lawrence Tyler), the once fast-rising rapper whose career crashed spectacularly when he was imprisoned for felony sexual battery in 2003, has pleaded not guilty to yet another charge of felony sexual deviancy. The 46-year-old’s latest case is related to a 2016 incident in which he was accused of sexual assault. Mystikal waived an arraignment…

On Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017, after performing with Georgia Florida Line at the White River Amphitheater in the Seattle, Washington area, rapper Nelly was detained for suspicion of rape. The accuser reportedly told the Auburn Police Department that Nelly, né Cornell Iran Haynes, took her to his tour bus, which was parked at Walmart at…

Back in August, rapper Mystikal, real name Michael Lawrence, turned himself into police on charges that he raped a woman. The incident occurred in 2016 at a Shreveport, Louisiana hotel and casino. Also implicated in the sexual assault was Averweone Holman, 26, and a woman identified as Tenichia Wafford, 42, who tried to silence the alleged…

New Orleans-based rapper Mystikal turned himself into law enforcement on Monday, Aug. 21. The rapper was wanted on charges of first-degree rape that allegedly occurred in October 2016 at a Shreveport hotel and casino. News broke last week that Mystikal, whose real name is Michael Lawrence, and Averweone Holman, 26, are accused of the sexual assault…

Rising rap artist Pohhla is a bit different than a lot of his contemporaries. Whereas some artists may be apprehensive to take a conscious stand in their music, Pohhla feels like it is his responsibility to sprinkle his music with real-life antidotes, aka “Vault Tawk.” Born in Fayetteville, North Carolina, but spending his formative years…

There were certainly no dull moments at the 23rd annual Trumpet Awards at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015 in suburban Atlanta. The ceremony was hosted by four-time boxing world champion and author, Laila Ali; and Dolvet Quince, star of NBC’s “The Biggest Loser,” celebrity trainer and best-selling author. The show kicked off…

Mystikal has been out of the news for some time now, but recently the veteran MC garnered major attention again when it was revealed that his sex offender status had garnered him a surprise run-in with authorities. According to WBRZ in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Prairieville police recently paid a visit to Mystikal’s home as part…

Today, A3C aka All 3 Coasts Festival is one of the largest hip-hop events in the world with performances from more than 500 artists, including: legends, rising stars, trendsetters, up-and-comers and aspiring talent from across the world. The five-day festival encompasses all aspects of hip-hop culture: music, art, film, style, academic and more. During the day,…

Happy 44th birthday Mystikal! Michael Lawrence Tyler is a rapper who released his debut album, Mystikal, on Big Boy Records in 1994. His 2003 album, Tarantula, was nominated for a Grammy. He started working on his music career in 1990, and it led to his debut release in 1994. His popular Neptunes hit song, “Shake Ya A–” peaked…

Mystikal lit up the stage this week at “The Affordable Old School Concert Series.” Held at College Park’s Wolfcreek Amphitheater, the high energy all black affair also featured Guy, Sunshine Anderson, J. Holiday and comedian Ronnie Jordan. Take a peek at Mystikal’s performance.

Hip-hop has often spoke out against anything that happens to be government-related. However, several key figures in hip-hop once served in the U.S. military. In honor of Memorial Day, we have compiled a list of hip-hop stars who served in the military. Click continue to view.

Tom Joyner and Reach Media had a plethora of photographers on deck to capture the best happenings of the Tom Joyner Fantastic Voyage 2013. Despite this, however, there were instances, pictures and happenings that only fans and the celebrities themselves could capture a slice of and most of it was uploaded on Instagram and other…

It’s hard to believe that Pharrell Williams has reached the “Big 4-0.”

Check out photos and see who was hanging out at Beer and Tacos SXSW Edition 2013.

BMF Bleu Davinci, Akon, Yonug Swift Akon, Yo Gotti, Mystikal, TraeThaTruth, Bleu Davinci, and YG preform Live at 2013 SXSW in Austin TX. Beer and Tacos SXSW Live Edition 2013, was an event filled with big name artists, upcoming artists, good music, and people having fun. Yo Gotti, Mystikal, and YG did thy’re thing on stage.…

TQ recruits Mystikal for the official music video to “Bad Man.” Directed by Cash Money’s Mannie Fresh, where the gangster story goes retro. Enjoy!

South by Southwest Music Festival has become the March Madness of music, a torrential downpour of sonic delights and an orgy of colors, sights, movies and events. A multitude of music fans, movie lovers and movers and shakers have already flooded Austin, Texas, for the annual SXSW, the five-day (March 12th-17th) festival, which is…

Former stars from Master P’s No Limit label react to Mr. Magic’s death.