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Tim Westwood was granted bail after a court hearing in London over rape charges and assaults spanning decades. 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 Tim Westwood walked out of Westminster Magistrates’ Court a free man on Monday after securing bail on serious criminal charges that could derail the veteran DJ’s legacy forever. The 68-year-old Hip-Hop pioneer faced his first court hearing since prosecutors hit him with…

Tyrese Gibson and Mona Scott-Young arrived in Jamaica carrying supplies and love, joining global stars helping rebuild hurricane-stricken communities. 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 Tyrese Gibson and Mona Scott-Young Touch Down in Jamaica with Love and Relief for Hurricane Victims Tyrese Gibson brought heart and purpose to the tarmac in Jamaica as he arrived with TV powerhouse Mona Scott-Young to deliver relief to communities devastated…

The first glimpse of Michael, the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, has already rewritten the record books. The trailer, which debuted last week, pulled in more than 116.2 million views worldwide in its first 24 hours, according to data from WaveMetrix. That figure not only makes it the most-watched music biopic trailer ever but also the most-viewed trailer in Lionsgate history. The film stars Jaafar Jackson, the late pop icon’s nephew, in the lead role. Colman Domingo, fresh off an Oscar nomination, portrays the Jackson family patriarch, Joe Jackson. Set to premiere on April 24, 2025, Michael aims to chronicle the…

Big U is asking a federal judge to let him leave jail temporarily so he can bury his son Jabari, who was killed on Halloween. 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 Big U is seeking a temporary release from federal custody to attend the funeral of his son Jabari “Baby Uiie” Henley, who was fatally shot in South Los Angeles on Halloween night. Prosecutors must respond…

50 Cent admitted he missed a major opportunity when a young Chris Brown auditioned for a G-Unit campaign, revealing he didn’t know how to market a teenage talent at the time. On Monday morning (November 10), the rapper-turned-mogul shared a throwback clip from the “R&B Money” podcast, where Brown recounted his early brush with 50 Cent during what would become a pivotal moment in his career. “It was for a G-Unit campaign,” Brown said, recalling a major booking that gave him his first real shot. “So I was like you know what, ’50 Cent he gone be able to see…

Reggae’s heartbeat is thundering again. As award season creeps closer, the reggae category feels like it’s stretching its shoulders and stepping back into the spotlight with swagger. The streets are humming, the islands are loud, and the diaspora’s got that proud grin. This moment isn’t quiet. It’s a wave. And right in the middle of that wave: Keznamdi. BLXXD & FYAH didn’t just arrive—it exploded. It cut through the noise, ran the numbers, and turned heads that weren’t even looking. That’s why everyone’s talking. That’s why this feels like a shift. Roots is back in conversation—with message music, live-band energy,…

Montreal, Canada — After nearly two decades in the music industry, Jon Moniz, one of Montreal’s most respected veterans, is stepping back into the spotlight with his latest single “Vivre de Paix” alongside WhyUS and French artist Timal Garnier. A product of the real hustle era — when artists pressed and sold CDs straight from the trunk — Jon Moniz built his name on authenticity, hard work, and musical integrity. Having spent recent years creating for other artists, Moniz now returns to the forefront with a powerful international collaboration that unites Montreal and France under one message: living in peace. “Vivre de Paix,” featured on Timal Garnier’s album “TURQUOISE (TGT Tome…

Herm Tha Blacksheep declared unwavering loyalty to NBA YoungBoy, in a display of public loyalty to the rap star who changed his life. The rapper, also known as Herm Tha Blacksheep, opened up about his willingness to handle personal tasks for NBA YoungBoy. His comments revealed the depth of gratitude he feels toward the chart-topping artist. “You can’t be too hard to hold the door open. You can’t be too hard to close the door. I don’t give a f### if his shoes come untied, bro. I’mma tie that b####. You know what I’m saying? I’mma do whatever I gotta…

Atlanta-based Pop/Rap artist DANMAR is quickly making waves as one of 2026’s artists to watch. Blending faith, emotion, and clean production, his sound has evolved into a powerful expression of purpose and authenticity — catching the attention of fans and industry insiders alike. After receiving multiple record and distribution deal offers in 2025, DANMAR chose to focus on refining his craft. That decision paid off — his listener base grew nearly eightfold this year, reflecting both his creative consistency and the striking growth in quality of his releases. “My mixing is better than ever before,” DANMAR says. “What I released…

Katt Williams scored a major courtroom victory after a federal judge dismissed a long-running $20 million civil lawsuit accusing him of attacking four women outside an Atlanta nightclub nearly a decade ago. The decision closes a legal battle that began when the women accused the comedian of a violent confrontation outside the Midtown nightclub. According to court records, the women, Selena Boston, Jalisa Rhodes, Lutisha Martinez, and Lanette Washington, sued Williams for assault, battery, false imprisonment, slander, and emotional distress stemming from a February 28, 2016, altercation outside Lounge 360 in Midtown Atlanta. They claimed Williams became aggressive after posing…