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Protest songs often provide the soundtrack for social justice. After the deaths of George Floyd in Minneapolis and Rayshard Brooks in Atlanta, several protests emerged across the nation. To provide art that reflects the times, several rappers and recording artists joined forces at Patchwerk Recording Studios in Atlanta to create the song “Burn.” Produced by Drumma…

Lecrae’s career can’t be reduced to a controversial sound-bite. The Atlanta-based rapper by way of Houston has dedicated his life to speaking truth to a generation while also backing up his talk with action. Following his turbulent days as a youth during which he found himself on the wrong side of the law on multiple…

Drumma Boy helped to craft the sound of Trap music. The Memphis-raise, Atlanta-based producer has created sounds for artists such as Rick Ross, Migos, 2 Chainz, and Waka Flocka to name a few. However, he’s using his art to speak to the uprisings that have occurred across the nation following the death of George Floyd.…

It seems as if CeeLo Green often finds new ways to evolve as an artist. Most hip-hop purists’ first introduction to Green came when he was an outspoken teenager and a member of the überpolitical group Goodie Mob. The four-man group, which also features Khujo, Big Gipp, and T-Mo, redefined Southern rap with thought-provoking lyrics…

J. Cole released a surprise single in the midst of the uprising that’s occurring globally following the untimely death of George Floyd. Cole’s song, “Snow on Tha Bluff” became a trending topic during the early morning hours of June 17 due to its lyrical content. The song came two weeks after Chicago-based rapper, Noname, posted…

Black artists have always fueled the music industry. In 2018, hip-hop surpassed rock to become the biggest selling music genre in America, according to Nielsen Music. But while major record labels such as Universal Music Group, Warner Music Group, Atlantic Records, Sony Music, and Island Records all benefit mightily from the contributions of Black artists,…

Video footage of a crowd looting at a Walmart Supercenter in Tampa Bay, Florida was recently released by the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities asked for the public to help identify individuals who broke into the store and reportedly stole $100K worth of items on May 30 following protests over the untimely death of George…

Nicki Minaj is catching heat for her decision to collaborate with hip-hop’s biggest snitch, Tekashi69. On Wednesday, June 10, 2020, Minaj posted an image on social media confirming a new track titled “Trollz.” A portion of the proceeds from the song, which is scheduled to be released Friday, June 12, reportedly will be donated to The…

Blueface could be the next celebrity to be canceled due to insensitive remarks about George Floyd. The Los Angeles-based rapper was buying furniture when he recorded himself on social media. During the transaction, Blueface joked, “Y’all tell them to give me that George Floyd discount. I need that Black Lives Matter discount.” The video led…

Breakout rap star Lil Nas X has become as famous for online trolling as he is for his record-breaking Billboard hit “Old Town Road.” Therefore, no one knew what to make of the 21-year-old Atlanta born rapper, whose real name is Montero Lamar Hill, when he blared this blunt message over the social media airwaves.…

Trick Daddy and Trina will be the next artists to battle on Instagram Live. The Miami-based radio station 99JAMZ announced on Saturday, May 9, 2020, that the two will face off on Wednesday, May 13. The battle reportedly will be sponsored by 99JAMZ and take place on the station’s Instagram page, @99jamzmiami. Trick Daddy and…

Andre Harrell will always be remembered as the architect of Uptown Records. On Saturday, May 9, the music veteran died at age 59, according to reports by Variety and prominent music industry figure D-Nice. Born in 1960 in Bronx, New York, Harrell made a name for himself during the 1980s as a member of the…

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,…

Nearly 20 years after most music fans believe that Ja Rule was “bodied up” and carried away by 50 Cent in one of the most lopsided beefs in hip-hop history, Ja Rule is barking because Fifty dismissed his challenge to battle on Instagram. Ja Rule, who was born in New York as Jeffrey Atkins, told…

Rapper Megan Thee Stallion hit the pause button on being a “Savage” to pay homage on what would have been her late mother’s birthday this weekend. Megan, 25, whose surname is Pete, has gone through an emotional rollercoaster this week. She filmed herself crying after pop goddess Beyoncé sprinkled her sonic magic on the remix…

Meek Mill believes the world is currently experiencing what it feels like to live in a low-income community, often known as the “hood.” In a recent post on Twitter, the Philadelphia native shared his theory with his 9.7 million followers. Meek Mill wrote: “Just so the world know… 2020 like a regular day in the…

Rapper Boosie believes that Bill Cosby should be free. The outspoken rapper recently shared his views on Cosby, COVID-19 and Tekashi 69. “Free Bill Cosby,” Boosie yelled while in the midst of answering a question from DJ Vlad for Vlad TV. “He’s 80-something-years-old, and they let a rat out of jail.” Boosie was referring to…

How would you like to be walking through your own home in the middle of the night and suddenly come face-to-face with a man who broke into your home? The Detroit-born Eminem, 47, was reportedly sound asleep when a male home invader slipped past his security team and got into the rap legend’s living room…

After years of affixing expensive and glamorous wigs atop her dome, rap temptress Megan Thee Stallion pulled a surprise on her fans. The 25-year old born Megan Pete in Houston, gathered up the gumption to go natural —and fans think it is a definite upgrade. Posting the video on Saturday, April 25, Megan ran her…