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Hossein Daneshi, the innovative Iranian composer and musician, will take the stage in Konya during the commemoration of the passing of Rumi (Mawlana Jalal al-Din Muhammad Balkhi) with a unique concert blending tradition and technology. The performance centers on live improvisation with the Iranian santur, enriched by Daneshi’s signature use of the loop station—a technique that has become his artistic hallmark in recent years within contemporary Iranian music. By combining spontaneous traditional performance with real-time recording and playback, Daneshi creates a multi-layered and immersive sonic experience that bridges heritage, technology, and intuition. A distinctive feature of Daneshi’s concerts is the…

On this day in 1970, the second lyrical half of A Tribe Called Quest, Phife Dawg was born. Born Malik Isaac Taylor in Queens, New York, Phife was one-fourth of one of the most influential groups in Hip-Hop culture; A Tribe Called Quest. It’s been almost a decade since Phife lost his battle with diabetes, however, his music will live on for eternity. On many of ATCQ’s tracks, fans have always rightfully celebrated Q-Tip’s lyricism, but rarely gave Phife Dawg his proper due. In the posthumous honor of his birthday, we have put together a list of five of his…

Shoe Palace has introduced an exclusive new apparel collection inspired by the intensity and precision of the John Wick universe. Designed to mirror the sharp style and fierce discipline of the legendary Baba Yaga, the limited edition line blends tactical aesthetics with premium craftsmanship. The collection features pieces crafted with meticulous embroidery, bold artwork, and subtle motifs that reference the underground assassin world that has defined the John Wick franchise. From sharp, structured silhouettes to refined details meant to echo Wick’s iconic presence, every item in the assortment reflects a sense of purpose and control. Shoe Palace describes the line…

Mystikal will stay incarcerated until his 2026 trial after a judge denied bond in a rape case that could lead to life in prison. 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 Mystikal was denied bond on Tuesday in Ascension Parish, where a Louisiana judge ruled the rapper will remain in custody until his trial on rape and other felony charges begins in 2026. The 55-year-old performer appeared…

Drake is scrapping traditional album rollouts for his “Iceman” live stream series. The Grammy-winning rapper ditched the usual album cycle, no teasers, no cover art countdowns, no lead singles, instead opting for cinematic live streams on YouTube that blend unreleased tracks with surreal storytelling. The first episode, which aired July 4 from an ice warehouse in Toronto, ran nearly an hour and featured Drake dancing through the facility and measuring ice blocks before premiering “What Did I Miss?” Drake told Complex that the idea for the live-stream format came from his dissatisfaction with the repetitive nature of modern album releases.…

Jersey City wordsmith Ransom dropping his 14th EP a week following its announcement. Coming up as 1/2 of the short-lived duo A-Team alongside Hitchcock, he branched out on his own in 2008 following their disbandment beginning with the full-length debut Street Cinema & the Statik Selektah-produced sophomore effort The Proposal. But it’s been safe to say these last couple years have been his biggest so far whether it be the 5 EPs that he put out produced by Nicholas Craven, 7 based around the 7 deadly sins or Heavy’s the Head produced by Big Ghost Ltd., the Rome Streetz collab album Coup de Grâce or even his last couple projects Chaos is My Ladder, Director’s Cut 4 & Deleted Scenes 2. Lavish Misery…

Khloé Kardashian took the blame for igniting Kim Kardashian‘s belief that the 1969 moon landing was a hoax during a recent interview, admitting she helped fuel the conspiracy theory that has stirred headlines and online debate. The confession followed Kim’s viral remarks during an October episode of The Kardashians, in which the SKIMS mogul claimed Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin never made it to the lunar surface. In a confessional, Kim said, “I don’t think we did. I think it was fake. I’ve seen a few videos (of) Buzz Aldrin talking about how it didn’t happen. He says it all…

Max B is making his return to Hip-Hop official with the announcement of “Public Domain 7,” his first release since serving a sentence. 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 Max B returned to the spotlight with an announcement and a fresh mindset, revealing his upcoming mixtape Public Domain 7: The First Purge (Patient Zero) just days after walking free from a 16-year prison sentence. The Harlem…

Bryan Michael Cox addressed his involvement in a failed business venture tied to Usher and a $1.7 million lawsuit, making it clear he had no hand in the disputed transaction and warning others to be cautious about whom they do business with. “I’ve learned a lot recently about being careful with who you choose to invest in a business with,” Cox wrote in a statement shared on social media. “No matter how small the investment.” The Grammy-winning producer, known for crafting some of Usher’s biggest hits like “Burn” and “U Got It Bad,” is named in a lawsuit filed by…

Draymond Green said being called Angel Reese during a game wasn’t just trash talk—it felt like a direct insult to his manhood. 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 Draymond Green didn’t just hear a courtside heckle during the Golden State Warriors’ matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans; he felt it hit his pride. The veteran forward said being repeatedly compared to Angel Reese by a fan…