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Define Me: JorjianaThe Midwest rapper shares the stories behind some of her biggest songs.Words: Peter A. BerryIt’d be easy to label Jorjiana as just another Bhad Bhabie, but she’s a lot more humble. She gives off a quiet humility, largely unimpressed with her own accomplishments, which are considerable. Since unloading tracks like “ILBB2” in 2024, the Indiana native used a subdued flow and Michigan-inflected soundscapes to make her way onto rap’s radar. She’s got the aesthetic hallmarks of a viral star, but she’d say she’s more than that. Project 2019, the 14-track effort she dropped this past November, showcases her skills. After delivering her latest single,…

SleazyWorld Go has been convicted of being a felon in possession of a firearm in federal court.On March 13, the jury returned a mixed verdict in the Kansas City rapper’s case. They found Sleazy, born Joseph Isaac, not guilty of possession of a machine gun, but guilty of knowingly possessing a Romarm/Cugir 7.62x39mm pistol, according to court documents obtained by XXL.The case originated after SleazyWorld Go, who is barred from possessing firearms due to a 2016 robbery conviction in Michigan, was spotted on social media holding guns. An investigation was started in 2022 and police discovered over 30 posts showing…

The TakeoverPooh Shiesty is moving with a new level of focus and purpose since being released from prison five months ago. Armed with his forthcoming album, the rapper’s CEO state of mind is shaping his next run.Words: Georgette ClineFor Pooh Shiesty, freedom isn’t something abstract or philosophical. It’s tangible. Waking up early, opening his own refrigerator, lying in his own bed, and sitting in the quiet without interruption. After spending over four years behind bars, the Memphis rapper has a newfound appreciation for his daily routine. His days are structured around reflection, discipline and creating the music that will carry him through…

Deep in the heart of Texas, the Women of the South Cypher proved that the future of Southern hip-hop is being shaped by fearless, lyrical, and highly competitive women. The event brought together rising artists from across the region, creating a space where skill, authenticity, and stage presence were put to the ultimate test. More than just a competition, the cypher was a celebration of women carving their own lanes in a culture that continues to evolve. The spirit of the night echoed a legendary moment in hip-hop history when André 3000 of Outkast stood on stage during the 1995…

Brooklyn, New York emcee & Ruck Down Records CEO Bernadette Price teaming up with local artist Terror Van Poo & Boston, Massachusetts producer Stu Bangas for a new collaborative extended play. The widow of the late Sean Price of the Boot Camp Clik & Heltah Skeltah, she’s made a few appearances on songs in the past whether it be her late husband’s posthumous offering Imperius Rex or even with the likes of RJ Payne, Rim, the Snowgoons, Ruste Juxx & Vic Spencer. She finally made her solo debut last spring with A Widow’s Cry & to commemorate what would’ve been Ruck’s 54th birthday, it only makes sense for her & Terror to…

Chance The Rapper’s former manager testifies in his $3 million civil case that the Chicago rapper refused to sign written business agreements with people around him.The civil trial involving Pat Corcoran (aka Pat the Manager) and Chance The Rapper has started in Cook County, Ill. Pat is seeking over $3 million from Chano, as a result of a post-termination agreement made between them.However, it was revealed during trial last week that a written management contract doesn’t exist between Pat and Chance. According to Pat’s testimony, the Chi-City rhymer refused to sign any written business contracts with many of the professionals…

Fetty Wap is teasing his new album Zavier and says the studio feels like the “Trap Queen” days.After being released from prison in January, Fetty Wap has a new album on the way. On Monday (March 16), the New Jersey rhymer announced that his fourth project, Zavier, will drop on March 27.”I’m just happy [and] grateful to be back,[and] thankful that my fans didn’t forget about me,” he said in a press statement. “I’m so thankful to my family, fans and team for holding me down.”Fetty also shared on his Instagram page a black-and-white trailer teasing his new release. In…

50 Cent and Young Buck reignite their feud as GloRilla’s sister gets pulled into their heated back and forth.On Sunday (March 15), 50 Cent hopped on his Instagram page and decided to hilariously troll his former G-Unit artist Young Buck, who he has a long-standing feud with. In the post, which can be viewed below, Fif jokingly recreated the poster for the 1979 television show, The Dukes of Hazzard. He cast himself and Buck as the main characters, Bo and Luke, respectively. However, he humorously superimposed the head of GloRilla’s sister, BroRilla (also known as Scar Face), onto the character…

Sean “Diddy” Combs files an appeal to overturn his 50-month prison sentence and seeks to be released immediately from prison.According to a TMZ report, published on Monday (March 16), Diddy’s attorneys filed an appeal last Friday (March 13) accusing Judge Arun Subramanian in the rap mogul’s sex crimes trial of punishing him for crimes that he was acquitted of in his case. As previously reported, the disgraced rap mogul received a 50-month federal prison sentence in October of 2025 for two counts of transporting individuals for prostitution. However, he was found not guilty of the more serious charges of racketeering…

Papoose’s girlfriend, boxer Claressa Shields, insists she’s going to sue 50 Cent for lying about relationships with other men that never happened.Things popped off on March 14, when Fif claimed that Claressa was cheating on Papoose with a G-Unit affiliate named Maserati Bud. 50 also started sharing video of Bud and Claressa together. In response, Claressa threatened 50 with legal action. “First, this situation started New Year’s when @50cent decided to disrespect me and Papoose unprovoked, which led to rap beef & Papoose dissed him,” she psoted on X. “Rather than responding through music like a true artist, he chose…