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Chicago’s 4th of July: 55 Shot, 8 Dead – Deadliest City for Independence Day

The Fourth of July, a day meant for celebration, turned deadly in Chicago as gun violence swept through the city, leaving 55 people shot and 8 dead over the holiday weekend. From July 3 to July 6, 2025, the city saw a wave of shootings that outpaced other major urban centers, cementing its grim title as the deadliest city for Independence Day. The numbers...

Kevin Samuel’s Impact on Black Women After Death

The death of Kevin Samuels is a sparking debate as the controversial Youtube and Instagram personality passes. He is leaving behind an uncertain legacy. Samuels, known for his scope of black women and men, but especially black women. Kevin's supporters, who agree with his claims on stereotypes of Black women seem to be sad about the untimely death. However, there are his hecklers who...

50 Is Possible Culprit In Leaked Season Finale!

50 Cent has continued to make a name for himself far after his "Get Rich Or Die Tryin" days. The Jamaica Queens native has created the...

Here’s Why Vic Mensa is Our “Man of The Summer”

Vic Mensa responded positively to the recent news of Police putting sneaker bait trucks in low-income neighborhoods. He did a back to school giveaway...

LA Rap Duo sensugang Return With ‘Cyborg’

Coming on the back of their latest single ‘Melon Juice’ which was championed by The Rapfest, Hillydilly, LillyEra and DigiIndie, among others, with further...

Atlantic Records Welcomes Philly Native Recohavoc To The Family

Atlantic Records has announced RecoHavoc as the newest member of its legendary roster. The Philadelphia-based rapper celebrates with the release of his label debut...

Travis Becomes a Blessing To a Particular Fan

Astroworld has been the talk of the town since it's release. Travis Scott has pushed this particular project in ways never seen in the music...

Team Salut Ride Summer Wave With New Single ‘Drive N Motion’

Following on from the success of ‘Buss It Up’ with Big Tobz and Deefundo, which has been supported by BBC 1Xtra, Highsnobiety, Spotify, GRM...

Santi Unveils New Single ‘Freaky’ Featuring Bridge & Nonso Amadi

As premiered via Complex, ‘Freaky’, the latest single from Santi re-imagines veteran Nigerian Hip-Hop artist Ikechukwu’s classic 2008 single ‘Shobeedo’, and spews it out...

Drogas Wave Is Looming Upon Us!

Lupe Fiasco provides an update on the state of his anticipated "Drogas Wave" project. For some time, the feared lyricist known as Lupe has been...

Alleged Accomplice In XXXTENTACION Murder Seeking Release

The untimely death of the artist known as XXXTENTACION, still haunts the world of hip-hop. The four suspects possibly involved in the execution of the rapper...

Nicki Stirring Up The Pot Since The Release Of “Queen”

Yesterday a battle ensued on twitter between Nick Minaj and her ex-boyfriend Safaree. Nicki has caused quite the stir on the music scene since dropping...

Juelz May Look For Plea Deal

Dipset rapper "Juelz Santana", is currently under alot of heat. Earlier this year Santana was allegedly brought up on some heavy weapons charges. Back in...

Aretha Franklin Reported to be Gravely Ill

Legendary singer and Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin is currently reported to be gravely ill in her hometown of Detroit. Roger Freidman, an...