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dead prez – by Loe Kee Phlicks On Friday, June 19, legendary hip-hop duo dead prez made a highly anticipated stop in Los Angeles, taking over the stage at the historic The Regent Theater in Downtown LA. The evening brought together a diverse lineup of artists, headlined by dead prez and co-headliner Vic Mensa, while also featuring the legendary Medusa of the renowned Project Blowed collective. M-1 – 1/2 dead prez Stic Man – 1/2 dead prez The night began with several opening acts representing a variety of musical backgrounds and styles, creating an energetic atmosphere that set the tone…

The NPR Tiny Desk band drops into a thick, locked-in groove. 8Ball and MJG step up to the microphones. There is no theatrical hyperventilating. No backing tracks are hiding their breath control. They perform with the heavy, unhurried cadence of absolute professionals who know exactly what they brought to the culture. For heads who grew up on the trunk-rattling production of 1990s Memphis Hip Hop, seeing the Orange Mound duo backed by live instrumentation feels completely natural. It highlights the musicality that always anchored their catalog. Watching that performance, it immediately rekindled our love for their music, forcing us to…

Lollapalooza is three days of chaos, confetti, and some of the biggest names in music taking over Grant Park in the heart of Chicago– and honestly, there’s nothing like it.We’re sending you there with our ‘Summer Sendoff to Lollapalooza’ sweepstakes.What is the ‘Summer Sendoff to Lollapalooza’ Sweepstakes Prize?One winner will be randomly selected to receive a Grand Prize package that includes:Two tickets to Lollapalooza, held July 30 through August 2 in Chicago’s Grant ParkRound-trip airfare for two to ChicagoFour-night hotel stayHow Can You Enter the ‘Summer Sendoff to Lollapalooza’ Sweepstakes?Earn sweepstakes entries by completing the activities below beginning Saturday, June…

Tay Keith’s family has released a statement after the late Memphis producer’s sudden death.On Friday (June 19), the family of BryTavious “Tay Keith” Chambers issued a statement confirming his death and expressing their sadness on the loss of their beloved family member.”BryTavious was a visionary producer, songwriter, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and cultural force whose work helped define the sound of a generation. From Memphis to the global stage, he shaped countless hit records and left a lasting mark on music and culture,” the statement reads. “He was deeply committed to creating opportunities for others through his company, Drumatized, supporting emerging songwriters,…

Jaden Smith has the internet asking questions after a photo he posted on social media features himself completely in the nude and covered in red paint.On June 14, Jaden Smith, who is the Men’s Creative Director for Christian Louboutin, shared on his Instagram page a series of behind-the-scenes photos from his photoshoot for his Fall/Winter 2026 collection for the luxury brand. One picture that has caught everyone’s attention features the eccentric creative in the nude and covered in red paint.”Well In The End Twas Blissfully & Mystically CL,” Jaden captioned the post, which can be viewed below. “Dedicated To TcT…

YG denies the long-standing rumor that he was involved in the murder of Drakeo The Ruler on the new track “We Know the Truth.”On Friday (June 19), the Compton, Calif., rapper released his new album The Gentlemen’s Club, and he also debuted the video for the song “We Know the Truth,” which finds YG finally addressing the speculation.”They say I murdered this, they say I murdered that/Well, if that was true, you’d be a f**king rat,” YG raps. “And I’d be in the cell sleeping on a rack/But too bad that ain’t a f**king fact.””I came to get the dough,…

50 Cent is coming for Floyd Mayweather Jr. for a second time this week, as the boxing champ has made headlines for being sued for $4.65 million.According to documents obtained by XXL on Thursday (June 18), a producer for two upcoming Mayweather fights filed a lawsuit against him in federal court, claiming he breached their contract by agreeing to fight Mike Zambidis in Greece. Per ESPN, the suit states Mayweather was already under exclusive agreements tied to planned fights with Mike Tyson and Manny Pacquiao, and is seeking $6.65 million in damages ($4.65 million from Floyd, and another $2 million…

Soulja Boy’s legal battle with his ex-girlfriend could now impact one of his long-term revenue streams as his music royalties could be sold to settle a $4 million lawsuit.According to documents obtained by TMZ on Thursday (June 18), Soulja’s ex filed notice of her intent to move forward with selling the rapper’s rights to future BMI royalty payments in an effort to collect on a $4.25 million civil judgment. The woman, who filed under Jane Doe, is said to be seeking to sell the rights to the highest bidder unless Soulja files an objection or takes action to resolve the…

The hip-hop community is sharing heartfelt reactions to news of Tay Keith’s death.News of the beloved Memphis producer’s passing broke on Thursday (June 18), with police revealing they discovered Tay Keith deceased while conducting a welfare check at his Nashville, Tenn. home. His cause of death has yet to be revealed. However, police do not suspect foul play.In the wake of the news, several of the Grammy-nominated beatmaker’s peers have been posting condolences on social media, including BlocBoy JB, Mike WiLL Made-It, Juicy J, The Alchemist and more.”Damn cuz you just hurt me bad,” BlocBoy JB posted on Instagram, along…

Brand new mixtape & the 7th overall from Detroit, Michigan veteran Boldy James. Breaking out in the fall of 2013 off his Alchemist produced debut M.1.C.S. (My 1st Chemistry Set), there was a point where Nas’ independent label Mass Appeal Records had them on their roster for a little while before getting locked up. Once coming home, Uncle Al would help get his name back out there once getting out by dropping the Boldface EP around Christmas 2019 & then the sophomore album The Price of Tea in China. Manger on McNichols produced by Sterling Toles was as equally fantastic & the Griselda Records-backed Versace Tape EP was a tad bit disappointing given how rushed…