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Garry George Johnson, known to music lovers as Jellybean Johnson and celebrated as the founding drummer, has passed away at the age of 69. His family confirmed that he died suddenly on Friday night, and the cause of death has not yet been released yet reports indicate it may have been from heart failure. Jellybean was a loving man and important contributor of the legendary Minneapolis Sound, the movement that blended funk, rock, and soul and became one of the most influential musical forces of the late nineteen seventies and nineteen eighties. As the original drummer for The Time, later…
British rapper Stormzy mourns the death of his seven-year-old Rottweiler Enzo through heartfelt Instagram tribute videos. 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 Stormzy confirmed the death of his seven-year-old Rottweiler Enzo through an emotional Instagram tribute. The British Hip-Hop star shared multiple video clips honoring his protection dog, whom he originally acquired in 2018 during his relationship with television presenter Maya Jama. “RIP my no.1 boy.…
Bizzy Bone has made it clear that a major chapter in Bone Thugs N Harmony’s history is coming to an end. In a direct message shared on his Gram Story on November 15, he told fans that the group’s upcoming Cleveland concert will be the last time all five original members perform together. Using his handle @mrmccane, Bizzy wrote, “One more show with Bone Thugs N Harmony. One last show with all original members. Eleven twenty nine twenty five. After that, no more. Since we cannot seem to stop lying. How bow dat.” His words landed with unmistakable finality ahead…
On this date in 1999, Queensbridge icon Nas released his fourth full length studio album Nastradamus on the Ill Will and Columbia imprint. Originally intended as the second half of the planned double release that began with I Am, the project was reworked after widespread bootlegging forced Nas to record new material specifically for this album. The result became one of the most talked about releases of his career at the end of the millennium. Powered by singles such as “Project Windows” featuring the legendary soul vocalist Ron Isley and the crossover hit “You Owe Me” featuring Ginuwine, Nastradamus quickly made its impact…
We are less than a month away from the Nas and DJ Premier collaboration album. While on stage in England with The Alchemist, Preemo revealed the album is set for Dec. 12. “How many people are ready for that Nas-Premier album?” Premier asked the crowd. “December 12th, get ready motherf—kers.” The album will be part of Mass Appeal’s epic Legend Has It…. campaign that has dominated 2025. You can hear it from Preemo below. Source link
Mike Epps offered fans an exclusive look at the next installment in the iconic Friday franchise during the latest episode of 7PM in Brooklyn, a Wave Original hosted by NBA legend Carmelo Anthony, with co-hosts The Kid Mero and Kazeem Famuyide. Epps discussed Indiana hoops, shared wild behind-the-scenes stories, and teased the new Friday movie. When asked by Kazeem about the project, Epps revealed, “Me, Ice Cube, DJ Pooh and Aaron McGruder were just in a room last week writing it… This might be the best one. I always say that. I’ve done three or four of them with Ice…
Brandon Buckingham revealed some terrible news as he fights a critical condition while battling multiple organ failure in the ICU. The 30-year-old content creator, known for his controversial rap interviews and feuds with industry figures, shared alarming updates about his deteriorating health. Buckingham posted on X: “In the ICU, my heart is failing, my lungs are failing, my liver and kidneys are failing. Things are not looking good my friends. I love you guys.” In the ICU, my heart is failing, my lungs are failing, my liver and kidneys are failing. Things are not looking good my friends. I love…
Harlem stand up! Max B stepped back into New York with purpose, bringing a Wavesgiving spirit to Harlem as he gears up for his upcoming two night concert run in Brooklyn. Fresh off his release after spending more than fifteen years behind bars, the rapper born Charles Wingate reentered a city eager to see what his next chapter will bring. Rather than making his first big move about music or headlines, he chose to make it about home. Get this, just two weeks after regaining his freedom, Max B hosted Wavesgiving, a community centered event created to support families ahead…
What’s beef? Biggie had a whole song about it. RIP. As for Bow Wow and Omarion, they used a November 20 Live session on the Gram to finally explain how they resolved the long running friction that once sat between them as they prepare to hit the road together for the 2026 Boys 4 Life Tour. @omarion Boys 4 Life Tour 😎 Let’s get it ~ 🎟️ Presale: Thursday, November 20 @ 10AM (local) — Code: BPC 🎟️ On Sale: Friday, November 21 @ 10AM (local) 👉 Tickets: BPCtickets.com ♬ original sound – Omarion Get this part, the moment came after B2K member…
Lil Durk stands at the center of one of the most consequential federal cases the Hip Hop world has seen in years, with a murder for hire prosecution that has reshaped his career, sparked national attention, and placed his artistic future in limbo. As he awaits trial, currently scheduled for January 20, 2026, the Chicago star remains in federal custody after repeatedly being denied bond. We put together an unfolding timeline behind the case, the ripple effects across Hip Hop, and the lasting impact of his most recent album, Deep Thoughts. Let’s get into it all. Durk’s Influence on Hip…