Zion Williamson Hastily Exits Interview After Admitting Playlist Without Kendrick Lamar | WATCH
*Zion Williamson stands strong on his choice of hip-hip, whether certain MCs are included or not. As one reporter learned during the NBA’s pre-season media day, sometimes it is better to just let it go and keep it moving when it comes to who makes up Williamson’s musical playlist. According to AllHipHop, things started well […]
LL Cool J Targets the End of Ageism in Hip-Hop
*LL Cool J is proving that older rappers are very much relevant in current-day hip-hop. RhymeJunkie cites the 56-year-old rhyme legend’s recent sit-down with Billboard, where he chatted about his latest album “The FORCE” and detailed plans to keep mature rappers doing their thing musically. “When I told people, ‘Yo, I wanna do a culturally […]
Kendrick Lamar Faces Backlash from Compton Businesses Over ‘Not Like Us’ Video Shoot
*Local businesses in Compton, California claim to have lost thousands of dollars due to the filming of Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” music video. According to Black Enterprise, the popular soul food restaurant Alma’s Place is one of the businesses seeking compensation from Lamar’s production company, pgLang. The eatery is located across the street from […]
50 Cent Backs Kendrick Lamar for Super Bowl Halftime Show
*50 Cent has stated that Kendrick Lamar “deserves” to headline the 2025 Super Bowl. During a recent episode of CBS talk show “The Talk,” 50 Cent said, “I mean, it was a choice. I think Kendrick deserves [it]. “As a solo artist right now, he’s the guy,” he continued, The Independent reports. “Having the game […]
Lil Wayne Fans Outraged Over Kendrick Lamar Super Bowl Halftime Show in New Orleans
*Super Bowl LIV is set to take place in New Orleans with Kendrick Lamar headlining the halftime show, but fans believe hometown hero Lil Wayne deserved the performance spot. The Super Bowl LIX halftime show in New Orleans will go down on February 9, 2025. Master P was among those who believed a local artist […]
From Compton to the Superdome! Kendrick Lamar’s Journey to Super Bowl Halftime Fame | WATCH
*The brand new 2024-25 NFL football season is underway, as fans eagerly anticipate which teams will vie for the championship title at the Super Bowl. While the competition on the field remains largely unpredictable, one thing is certain: Kendrick Lamar will be gracing the halftime stage. The Grammy Award-winning rapper is set to perform at […]
50 Cent and Drake Talk TV in ‘Brainstorming’ Session
*Looks like Toronto was the spot of choice for an exchange of ideas between 50 Cent and Drake. Taking to social media, Billboard (via MSN) reports the “I Get Money” MC broke the news of his time with the 6 God with an Instagram photo of him and Drake that featured the following caption: “Brainstorming […]
Lupe Fiasco Sets Record Straight on Kendrick Lamar Rumblings | VIDEO
*Those believing friction exists between Kendrick Lamar and Lupe Fiasco will need to put it to rest. Taking to social media, Fiasco took it upon himself to set things straight about rumored issues with Kung Fu Kenny. “I’m a Kendrick fan for more than his music,” the “Kick, Push” rhymesayer told a fan on X […]
Big Sean Shuts Down Rumors About Kendrick Lamar Beef | Video
*Big Sean shut down rumors that he dissed Kendrick Lamar during his On the Radar freestyle on July 16. The rapper didn’t name anyone specifically, but his reference to someone using conflict for attention has fans speculating that he was alluding to Kendrick and his ongoing beef with Drake. “N**gas looking for engagement like they […]
Kendrick Lamar Fans Troll Drake After Toronto Mansion Floods | Video
*Drake shared a video on his Instagram story revealing significant flooding in his 50,000 square foot Toronto mansion, known as The Embassy. The short video shows dirty, yellowish water flowing through the home. “This better be Espresso Martini,” text on the screen said. USA Today reports that parts of Toronto received over four inches of rain […]
Questlove Expresses Being ‘Triggered’ by Drake-Kendrick Lamar Feud
*Questlove claims the Drake–Kendrick Lamar feud significantly impacted him. During an interview with NPR, he reflected on the Biggie and 2Pac beef back in the day, noting that he had “never seen a battle in which it ends well.” “I was there at the Source Awards when the sh*t really hit the fan in 1995,” […]
Kendrick Lamar Video Drives Surge in Sales at Tam’s Burgers in Compton | WATCH
*Tam’s Burgers, a humble burger joint on Rosecrans Avenue in Compton, has seen an unexpected yet welcomed surge in business following the release of Kendrick Lamar’s latest music video, “Not Like Us,” on July 4. Manager Lauro Hernandez and his son Bryan Noe revealed that the video has acted as a promotional goldmine, attracting both […]
Kendrick Lamar Throws Final Punch in Drake Feud with ‘Not Like Us’ Video: Owls, Cameos, and Vindications | WATCH Video & Reactions
*In a move that will certainly resonate across the hip-hop community, yesterday, on the 4th of July, Kendrick Lamar has unleashed what many are calling the final nail in the coffin of his ongoing feud with Drake. With the release of the highly anticipated video for “Not Like Us,” Lamar has seemingly wrapped up their […]
‘Tale of the Tape’ – New Hip Hop Film Features J Cole, Kdot, Big Sean + DJ Envy Dishes on Movie, Marriage & Car Show | WATCH
“Tale Of The Tape,” a groundbreaking documentary, tells the story of the mix tape. Before the digital era ushered in curated playlists and streaming services, DJs reigned supreme as the tastemakers and gatekeepers of hip-hop music. Through their coveted mixes, DJs not only set the rhythm of the streets but also served as the ultimate […]
Kendrick Lamar Praised for Promoting ‘Potential Gang Truce in LA’
*Kendrick Lamar returned to the streets of his hometown, Compton, to film the video for his hit record “Not Like Us.” Hot New Hip Hop reports that over the Juneteenth holiday, Lamar reunited with his former Top Dawg Entertainment labelmates ScHoolboy Q, Ab-Soul, and Jay Rock. The filming comes days after Lamar’s “Pop Out – […]
