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WWE Raw didn’t just pull up to Brooklyn’s Barclays Center on Monday night (August 4)—they brought the block with them. What looked like a wrestling event on the surface quickly morphed into a cultural mash-up that only Netflix could engineer: Hip-Hop royalty and sports entertainment under one energized, crazy roof. Method Man strolled in like he owned the arena. This was no act of arrogance on his side. No, it was simply the quiet, powerful presence he wields. Havoc of Mobb Deep brought that Queensbridge cool and was very low key. Joe Budden simply observed as he seemed to familiarize…
The rapper was released from jail after prosecutors declined to file charges related to his arrest for allegedly possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. 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 Soulja Boy walked free Tuesday (August 5) after prosecutors in Los Angeles declined to pursue charges tied to his weekend arrest for allegedly possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. “A case was declined due…
San Francisco’s own Empire Records is leveling up its presence in the city with the announcement of a new rooftop music venue at its soon-to-be headquarters in the historic One Montgomery building. The independent label, home to artists like Kendrick Lamar, Shaboozey, Cardi B and Snoop Dogg, has submitted development plans to convert the rooftop into a privately operated live music space. Empire acquired the landmark Financial District property earlier this year for $22.5 million, signaling a major commitment to its hometown. “Empire has always been rooted in San Francisco, and we’re proud to build our permanent headquarters in the…
Mobb Deep have a new album on the way.New Mobb Deep Album ComingOn Aug. 2, The Alchemist revealed the news that a new project from Havoc and Prodigy is coming, via X. “The new Mobb Deep album is done. Produced entirely by Havoc and The Alchemist,” Alc tweeted.The legendary beatmaker didn’t offer any more details on the upcoming project.Mobb Deep’s Lengthy HiatusThis will be the duo’s first album since 2014’s The Infamous Mobb Deep, and the first Mobb Deep album released since the 2017 passing of Prodigy. P died on June 20, 2017, after reportedly being hospitalized for complications related…
Eve said Nicki Minaj’s heartfelt message gave her the reassurance she needed after sharing her personal struggles in her memoir. 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 Eve said her emotional exchange with Nicki Minaj was the final push she needed to believe she made the right call by opening up about her insecurities in her memoir, especially the chapter about their time filming Barbershop. During a…
No Jumper founder Adam22 is facing legal heat over an alleged violent altercation that took place outside his podcast studio late last year. According to TMZ, a man named Jeremel Reed has filed a lawsuit claiming he was brutally attacked by employees, guests, and affiliates of the No Jumper brand during a December incident at the company’s Los Angeles headquarters. Reed alleges he was left with a broken nose, bruising around his eyes, and steep medical bills. In addition to his injuries, he claims he was robbed of personal belongings, including cash and valuables exceeding $10,000. The lawsuit also accuses…
Him All AlongMemphis rapper Key Glock is no newbie, but he’s just getting started. Bet on it.Interview: C. Vernon Coleman IIEditor’s Note: This story appears in the Summer 2025 issue of XXL Magazine, on newsstands now and available for sale on the XXL website.It would take a blind man not to see that Key Glock is leveling up. It’s hard to miss the bumblebee-colored Ferrari Purosangue with an estimated price tag of $430,000 (not counting all the customizing) or the 20-plus, 20-point diamonds in his teeth. With a recent nod from Beyoncé, a new deal with Republic Records, and a top 10…
Jeezy made it to his Baltimore concert with just 10 minutes to spare thanks to a heroic Uber driver and an epic 10-hour dash. 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 Jeezy made it to his Baltimore show with just minutes to spare thanks to a ten-hour Uber ride that turned a travel nightmare into a tour-saving mission. The Hip-Hop veteran shared the wild journey in an…
Eminem’s long-awaited documentary Stans is set to hit theaters globally beginning August 7, offering an in-depth look at the intense connection between the rap icon and his most devoted fans. Inspired by the rapper’s 2000 track “Stan,” which helped coin the modern term for obsessive fan culture, the film explores the dynamic between Eminem and the people who have followed his journey since the beginning. Through never-before-seen footage, dramatic recreations, and interviews with both the artist and his fans, the documentary presents a layered portrait of fame, loyalty, and cultural impact. Directed by Emmy-winning journalist Steven Leckart and produced by…
Latto got more than just a diamond chain during a recent trip to a celebrity jeweler — she also walked away with a viral moment that had social media in stitches after flubbing a riddle about Donald Trump. During a video posted Monday (August 4), the Atlanta rapper stopped by Jewelry Unlimited to treat herself to a custom piece. But before she could finalize the purchase, the jeweler tossed her a brain teaser with a $2,000 discount on the line. “The 45th president of the USA and the 47th president of the USA they both have the same parents. How…