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MF DOOM: A Path Through Masks, Rhymes, and Reinvention The story of MF DOOM, born Daniel Dumile, is one of resilience, transformation, and artistry. From his early days with KMD to his later years as one of Hip Hop’s most elusive figures, DOOM’s career was defined by reinvention and a deep dedication to his craft. His work, spanning multiple personas and collaborations, left an indelible mark on Hip Hop. To fully understand his legacy, one must trace the path from his earliest days to his final act. The KMD Era: Beginnings in Long Island Before MF DOOM became the masked…
In the ever-evolving world of R&B, D’GORD is proving himself as an artist who isn’t afraid to bare his soul. The 23-year-old New Jersey native is turning heads with his latest single, “Peace”—a heartfelt exploration of the emotional tug-of-war that comes with toxic love. With production by the renowned Allstar and a striking music video directed by visionary Nimmi Hendrix, “Peace” is more than just a song—it’s a journey through vulnerability, strength, and self-discovery.“Peace came from my own struggles with a toxic, on-and-off relationship,” D’GORD reveals. “It’s about the constant back and forth—the love that keeps you hooked, the fights…
Mark your calendars for February 7th, 2025, because Ray’Jozz is about to shake up the scene with his dual release: the gripping single “Clowns” and its dynamic “Soulhop Remix” featuring the incomparable Lady Luck. Known for his versatility and deeply introspective artistry, Ray’Jozz once again proves that he’s not here to play—he’s here to leave a lasting impact.”Clowns” is a raw and unfiltered anthem that cuts through the noise, addressing themes of authenticity and integrity in an era where illusions often take center stage. With his sharp lyricism and commanding delivery, Ray’Jozz holds up a mirror to a world full of…
Buffalo, New York spoken word artist Keisha Plum now based in Atlanta, Georgia releasing her 2nd EP & the first in almost a decade. Notable for her spoken word poetry that you can easily find on a plethora of Griselda Records projects in the past decade of them taking over the underground, some may not know of here putting out an EP of her own in the spring of 2016 called Tears of Honey & is dropping Trouble only 48 hours after Benny the Butcher’s newest mixtape Summertime Butch 2. “P.P.P. (Peaches, Plums, Pineapples)” was a soulful intro talking about being in tropical paradise & suggesting to look deep…
On this day in Hip Hop history, West Coast stoner legends Cypress Hill dropped their second and most successful album, Black Sunday. Released on July 20, 1993, the project debuted at No. 1 on both the Billboard 200 and the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts, moving a then-record 261,000 copies in its first week—the highest SoundScan tally for a rap group at the time. Much of Black Sunday’s success was fueled by its lead single, the anthemic “Insane in the Brain,” which became a genre-bending crossover smash. With its funky, mind-warping production and signature nasal flow from B-Real, the track cemented…
In the five decades since DJ Kool Herc willed hip-hop into existence back in 1973, giving back to the community has been one of the things that has remained intact as a primary focus of the culture. Doing good for the hood is something that is engrained within hip-hop’s fabric. A highly regarded form of this recognition is when rappers are presented with a key to the city.The centuries-long tradition not only signifies that the recipient of a key to the city has provided a great benefit to a certain community as a whole. It also serves as a direct implication…
Electronic music group Pixel Grip is accusing Travis Scott of copyright infringement for sampling one of their songs without permission on the new Jackboys 2 album.Pixel Grip Claims Travis Scott Swiped Their TrackOn Monday (July 14), the day after J2 was released, Pixel Grip called out La Flame on social media for swiping portions of their 2021 song “Pursuit” on the track “Kick Out” without compensation or credit.”Travis Scott sampled ‘Pursuit’ (without permission) in his new song ‘Kick out,'” the post reads. “I just can’t stop thinking about who else [is] extremely famous or powerful in music knows about us…
Ray J admitted that he no longer speaks to his sister, Brandy, and referred to himself as an “embarrassment” to his family. 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 Ray J opened up about his fractured relationship with his sister, Brandy Norwood, and said he feels like a disappointment to his family during a revealing appearance on the “Drop the Lo” podcast, hosted by Evelyn Lozada and…
Jonathan Majors stirred up pregnancy rumors with Meagan Good during an Instagram Live, leaving viewers guessing with her stunned reaction. 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 Jonathan Majors tossed fuel on the baby rumor fire when he casually addressed speculation about Meagan Good being pregnant during the couple’s Instagram Live workout session earlier this week. The actor set tongues wagging, responding to a user in the…
Nicki Minaj received direct support from Rep. Anna Paulina Luna after raising concerns about threats and alleged criminal activity. 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 Nicki Minaj called out alleged threats and RICO-level corruption in Hip-Hop and got a swift response from Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, who pledged to involve law enforcement and ensure her safety. The rapper took to social media on Friday (July 18)…