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Justin Vernon said Kanye West’s ego ended their friendship and predicted his downfall long before the rapper’s most public scandals. 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 Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon didn’t hold back when reflecting on his fractured bond with Kanye West, saying unchecked ego ruined a once-creative partnership that had captivated Hip-Hop and indie music alike. The Bon Iver frontman described the unraveling of their…

Despite speculation that hip-hop may be in decline, several rappers have had remarkable years, with chart-topping singles and critically acclaimed projects. So, who will be crowned the MVP of 2025?XXL is inviting fans to cast their votes! We have partnered with VAZA, the leading online monetized opinion market, to present the Most Valuable Rapper bracket. This contest features 16 rap artists who have made a significant impact on hip-hop this year.YoungBoy Never Broke Again, who spent the first quarter of the year behind bars, has made a remarkable comeback. After not touring for five years, YB launched the massive sold-out…

Open a social feed, and you’ll notice something that feels almost routine now: new lips, sharper noses, and sculpted faces that seem designed by the same invisible artist. This shows how far culture has gone in normalizing plastic surgery. It’s no longer whispered about or hidden behind clever camera angles. Celebrities and influencers now share aesthetic procedures as casually as new haircuts. Some call it empowerment. Others see it as conformity. The question is whether this growing transparency signals progress or a subtle loss of individuality. The fascination with images isn’t new, but its reach has never been so vast…

Live Nation Urban and Student Freedom Initiative have unveiled the full lineup for the first ever HBCU AWAREFEST, a major new fundraiser dedicated to helping reduce student loan debt for students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The festival will take place at Atlanta’s State Farm Arena on March 26, 2026, and is positioned to become the largest HBCU fundraiser in history. The event is a partnership between Live Nation Urban, Student Freedom Initiative, the City of Atlanta, and Mayor Andre Dickens. It will feature performances from Jill Scott, John Legend, Common, Jeezy, Earth, Wind, & Fire, GloRilla, Metro Boomin,…

50 Cent is urging New Yorkers to choose Shreveport, Louisiana, after a Jets player was shot outside a Manhattan restaurant. The Queens rapper posted and deleted a graphic on Instagram that read, “In Louisiana, we value capitalism, not socialism. We reward success – not punish it. We work hard, not complain. We cut taxes to win new business. We grow jobs – not government.” Under the image, he wrote, “While you are rethinking New York City, rethink Louisiana All roads lead to Shreveport I’m not playing, but you can stay play for the jets and get shot!” The jab came…

Stars turned out in a big way for John Cena’s last Monday Night Raw, gathering at the Netflix x WWE Bodega in New York City to celebrate the wrestling icon. Eric André, Brandon Marshall, Gabriel Iglesias, Sam Jay, AZ, Lin-Manuel Miranda, The Kid Mero, and Chris Bauer were among the notable names in attendance. Players from the Philadelphia Eagles, including Cooper Dejean and Dom Disandro, as well as New York Giants standouts Cam Skattebo and Abdul Carter, also showed up to honor Cena’s milestone night. The event served as a star-powered send-off for one of WWE’s most recognizable figures as…

Empires/50/50 Global European Union today confirmed one of the year’s most anticipated music collaborations, announcing the joint release of the single, “Different Faces” featuring a powerhouse trio: dynamic Euro-R&B artist OCEANA, global breakout sensation Sosoboy Fosho, and legendary West Coast icon THE GAME. The collaboration is a strategic statement by Asanda Empires/50/50 Global EU, underscoring its commitment to bridging global music markets and leveraging its European Union base to launch international hits. “‘Different Faces’ is more than just a track; it’s a transatlantic cultural exchange,” stated [Fictional Executive Name], Head of EU Operations at 50/50 Global. “Bringing the raw, lyrical depth of THE GAME together…

Trouble for Tory Lanez is continuing. The incarcerated rapper is being held in contempt of court after refusing to answer questions during the deposition for the defamation lawsuit Megan Thee Stallion has filed against Mliago Gramz. According to Complex, Lanez and lawyer Crystal Morgan entered contempt on Nov. 14. Lanez reportedly answered “Whatever the fines are, I’ll pay them. I’m a millionaire. I don’t care” to avoid answering questions. He would go on to call Thee Stallion’s legal team liars before storming out of the room. Lanez also scoffed at the notion of additional jail time for not cooperating. Morgan…

North West is featured in SKIMS’ newest holiday campaign, showcasing bold loungewear in a collaboration with Cactus Plant Flea Market. 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 North West stepped into the spotlight alongside Ken Carson and Mariah the Scientist in the latest SKIMS holiday campaign, a collaboration with Cactus Plant Flea Market that merges high-profile names with offbeat fashion for the season. The limited-edition capsule, SKIMS’…

Nicki Minaj is set to appear alongside U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz at an upcoming event focused on the persecution of Christians in Nigeria. The unexpected collaboration was first reported by Time magazine correspondent Eric Cordellessa and is scheduled for Tuesday, November 18. The event was arranged by Trump advisor Alex Bruesewitz, who will also deliver remarks. Waltz praised Minaj as “arguably the greatest female recording artist” and called her a “principled individual” who refuses to stay silent in the face of injustice. He added that he is grateful she is using her platform to highlight atrocities impacting Christian communities in…