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Here we have the latest studio LP & the 11th overall from London, England, United Kingdom born & Brooklyn, New York raised lyricist Rome Streetz. Emerging a decade ago off his debut mixtape I Been Thru Mad Shit, this was followed up by a plethora of projects with the most notable being the Noise Kandy tetralogy & Headcrack. This decade however has been his biggest, as he dropped some of the best work of his career from the DJ Muggs-produced Death & the Magician or the Futurewave-produced Razor’s Edge to the Ransom-assisted collab effort Coup de Grâce & the Griselda Records deal that followed. His debut with the Buffalo powerhouse Kiss the Ring alongside the Big Ghost Ltd.-produced Wasn’t…

Shwayze On Thursday, July 17, Malibu’s Most Wanted, Aaron Smith—better known by his stage name, Shwayze—shut down the stage at Venice West with an unforgettable performance. Headlining the Thursday night show, Shwayze brought an intimate crowd on a nostalgic journey, performing a mix of his timeless classics alongside selections from his more recent releases. The energy inside the venue was electric as fans sang along to every word, creating the perfect atmosphere for a night that celebrated both his legacy and his continued evolution as an artist. The evening featured a pair of surprise appearances that elevated the show even…

Webb G brings that Southern heat to Michigan with his new single “Pimp Harder,” a smooth, trunk-rattling homage to the legendary 8Ball & MJG. The Mississippi-born, Michigan-based artist channels that old school pimp aesthetic while keeping one foot in the modern sound, blending melodic hooks with raw street storytelling that reflects his real-life journey. From his early days as a teenager in the early 2000s — known by the street name LG (Lil Gangsta) — to forming True Thugz Entertainment with childhood friends and eventually evolving into his solo run with T2 Vision, Webb G has never stopped grinding. “Pimp…

One of Foolio’s four convicted killers, Davion Murphy, has been sentenced to an additional five years behind bars-though he’s already serving a life sentence.According to documents obtained by XXL on Thursday (July 16), Murphy had a court hearing on Wednesday (July 15), where he was sentenced to additional time.Murphy was arrested for the incident last February, when he reportedly got into a physical altercation with a corrections officer while behind bars, reportedly punching the officer in the face. Court documents show Murphy signed off on pleading guilty on June 29. The five years will run concurrently with his life sentence.…

E-40, Bow Wow, Ying Yang Twins and more have been selling out SeaWorld San Diego this summer as the Southern California location of the theme park has put a deliberate spotlight on nostalgic hip-hop.As part of their annual Summer Concert series, SeaWorld San Diego has tapped the likes of the aforementioned acts plus Dem Franchize Boyz, Ashanti, Ginuwine, Soulja Boy, Paul Wall, Jordin Sparks and Warren G for their 2026 lineup.This is their second summer mainly focusing on hip-hop, though they’ve been doing the series for some years now. The staff told Rolling Stone in 2025 following viral moments with…

Unagi knows that long-term love requires effort, and his new single “Date Night” is all about keeping the flame burning. Taken from his freshly released album Western Mass Hysteria on 442 Records, the track breaks down the importance of intentional romance—candlelit dinners, Barry White on the turntable, fancy hotel getaways, and beachside strolls. It’s a refreshingly mature take on relationships from a Hip-Hop perspective, trading street tales for genuine connection without losing any of the groove. Whether you’re married, in a long-term situation, or just taking notes for the future, “Date Night” is a reminder that spontaneity and effort go a long…

The 2026 XXL Freshman class is ready to prove what they’re made of in front of a live audience at Rémy Martin Presents XXL Freshman Class 2026 LIVE, featuring special guest performances from members of the legendary 2016 XXL Freshman Class.As XXL celebrates the 10th anniversary of its iconic 2016 Freshman Class, the brand is spending the summer looking back at the group’s lasting impact on hip-hop with a special anniversary campaign powered by Rémy Martin, the perfect partner to honor success driven by intention, authenticity and personal calling. The celebration culminates at this year’s Freshman concert: a one-night-only event…

A message shows Pooh Shiesty allegedly paid men $5,000 to help rob and kidnap Gucci Mane.On Tuesday (July 14), the prosecution in the case filed a response to Pooh’s codefendant, Terrance Rodgers’ request for a detention hearing. In it, the government points out Rodgers’ criminal history and his alleged extensive involvement in the Gucci Mane robbery and kidnapping, for which they claim he and others were compensated.”Rodgers did not participate in this offense based on pure altruism alone. Instead, Rodgers appeared to have been compensated for his role,” the filing reads, along with photos showing Rodgers flashing money and showing…

Physical CDs are so back. On Wednesday (July 15), Luminate published their annual midyear report, revealing compact disc sales jumped 16 percent during the first half of the year to 16.3 million units. The surge significantly outpaced vinyl, which saw a 2.4 percent increase over the same period.BTS’ massive ARIRANG album helped drive the CD boom, but the format’s resurgence isn’t solely tied to K-pop. After removing BTS and the broader K-pop catalog from the numbers, CD sales were still up 6.7 percent year over year.The numbers point to a larger revival of physical music overall. Sales of physical albums,…

Diddy has reportedly sold his Miami mansion for $55 miilion, which sits next door to the property that was raided by the feds in 2024.On Tuesday (July 14), real estate site The Real Deal reported that the property at 1 Star Island Drive was purchased by JFStar LLC, a company based in Newport News, Va. The acquisition of the eight-bedroom, waterfront home was financed with an $18.5 million mortgage from San Diego-based Axos Bank, The Real Deal reports.Diddy bought the home from Gloria and Emilio Estefan in 2021. According to records, Diddy still owns the adjacent property, 2 Star Island Drive, which…