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This article was written by famed author and MuckRack-verified journalist Jonathan P. Wright on behalf of The Source Magazine. He is Head of Music Monetization for the TRONIX TV Network and RADIOPUSHERS. On December 4, 2025, the Chicago skyline gets a different kind of spotlight.Not from a stadium, not from an arena—but from five women who built their own stages, their own lanes, and their own empires. She Hustle – Chicago is more than a reality show—it’s a declaration. And as it lands exclusively on TRONIX Network, the Ray J–powered reality and creator platform, the series steps into a bigger, louder, more global conversation about Black…
Global superstar and proud Chicago native Chance the Rapper has been announced as the Chicago co-host of ABC’s “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2026.” The annual broadcast airs live on Tuesday, December 31 at 8/7c on ABC and streams the following day on Hulu. Chance will host the Central Time Zone countdown live from Chicago, representing his hometown during one of television’s biggest annual celebrations. He joins co-hosts Ryan Seacrest, Rita Ora, Rob Gronkowski, and Julianne Hough as the show spans multiple cities, including New York, Las Vegas, and Puerto Rico. Chance will also perform just…
On this day, 38 years ago, the legendary Queens trio Run DMC delivered one of the most beloved holiday anthems in rap history with the release of their single “Christmas in Hollis”. The track first appeared on the star packed charity compilation A Very Special Christmas, a project that included contributions from icons such as Whitney Houston, Madonna, and Stevie Nicks. Produced by Run DMC along with Rick Rubin, the record quickly grew into a seasonal classic and remains one of the earliest mainstream rap holiday singles. At the time, the idea of recording a Christmas record felt unusual for Hip Hop artists. Even Run…
A judge reportedly plans on ordering Nicki Minaj to sell her California mansion in order to pay off a lawsuit judgment.On Monday (Nov. 24), Rolling Stone reported that Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Cindy Pánuco made her latest ruling on the case in which Nicki owes $500,000 to a security guard who was assaulted by Nicki’s husband, Kenneth Petty. She has yet to pay up. After the plaintiff, Thomas Weidenmuller, filed a motion last month asking a judge to make the rap star sell her home to settle the debt, it looks like Judge Cindy Pánuco is concurring.“My tentative is to grant…
President Donald Trump has reportedly been pressuring Hollywood executives to resurrect the beloved Rush Hour franchise, marking an unexpected pivot from his typically combative stance toward China to embracing one of its biggest movie stars. The president-elect has been lobbying Larry Ellison, Paramount Skydance’s largest shareholder, to greenlight a fourth installment of the buddy cop comedy series starring Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker, according to sources who spoke to Semafor. The move represents a fascinating contradiction for Trump, who built much of his political brand on antagonizing China through trade wars and diplomatic confrontations. Ellison’s company, which earlier this year…
Today we celebrate the 57th birthday of one of the most influential architects in Hip Hop culture, the legendary Green Eyed Bandit himself, Erick Sermon of the iconic duo EPMD. From the moment he and Parrish Smith formed EPMD, the group became a cornerstone of golden era rap. Their debut album Strictly Business arrived with a sound that felt completely new at the time, powered by thick funk samples, slow rolling grooves, and Sermon’s unmistakable voice. Alongside Parrish, he helped build a catalog that remains one of the most respected in the culture, filled with classics like You Gots to Chill, So…
Afro R&B sensation Odeal has unveiled the international leg of his 2026 headlining tour, expanding his growing global reach with 11 new dates across the UK, Europe, and Australia. The announcement arrives just days after the release of his latest EP, The Fall That Saved Us, a moody nine-track project that explores themes of trust, betrayal, and emotional fragility. The news follows a breakout year for Odeal, marked by a 2025 BET Award nomination for Best New International Act, being named Billboard’s African Rookie of the Year, and earning major recognition from artists like Justin Bieber. His momentum has been…
Travis Scott has officially closed out his massive and history-making Circus Maximus World Tour, finishing the multi-year run last week with a sold-out stadium show in Mumbai, India, at Mahalaxmi Racecourse. More than 40,000 fans attended the finale, cementing the tour as a defining moment in modern live music. Photo Credit: Jason Martinez Photo Credit: Jason Martinez Promoted by Live Nation, the Circus Maximus World Tour has sold more than 2.2 million tickets and grossed over 250 million dollars. With performances across six continents and more than twenty countries, it now stands as the highest-grossing solo rap tour in history.…
Is Diddy going to be home for the holidays? According to King Combs, it’s likely. Speaking with TMZ, King Combs said, “We gon play the ‘Diddy Free’ joint whole Christmas, whole Thanksgiving.” He added, “He coming home, though. Watch out, he might come home before then.” In response to a question about President Trump’s role in facilitating the release, King Combs responded ,”You never know. Stay tuned, he gon’ be home soon.” Source link
Travis Scott shattered records with his $265M Circus Maximus Tour while Hip-Hop proves its strength beyond Billboard charts AllHipHop.com Since 1998, AllHipHop.com has pioneered delivering Hip-Hop news. Get our daily email for exclusive, breaking news, and weekly digests, all curated for the true Hip-Hop enthusiast. Stay connected and informed with the heartbeat of Hip-Hop culture. Subscribe now! Subscribe Travis Scott demolished every expectation in the touring world, cementing his Circus Maximus Tour as the highest-grossing solo rap expedition in music history. The Houston native’s global rampage generated a staggering $265.1 million across 2.1 million tickets sold, according to Live Nation…