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On this day in Hip Hop history, the world was formally introduced to one of the genre’s most trailblazing voices as Missy “Misdemeanor” Elliott dropped her debut album Supa Dupa Fly on The Goldmind/Elektra Records. Heralded as one of the most influential debut albums ever released by a female MC—and arguably in all of Hip Hop—Supa Dupa Fly didn’t just mark the arrival of Missy Elliott, it signaled a seismic shift in what rap and R&B could sound like heading into the new millennium. Arriving during a transitional period in late ’90s Hip Hop, the album fused experimental production, space-age…

Lil Uzi Vert is working on his new album and he’s “super hungry.”On Tuesday (July 14), the Philadelphia rapper posted a photo in his Instagram Story revealing that they are working on a new studio project. In the image, which can be viewed below, Uzi displays a designer tag from Dennis Tompkins and Michael Bush — the legendary duo behind some of Michael Jackson’s most iconic stage costumes for 25 years.”Love ya !!!! I’m not quiet because I’m Lacking… I’m Quiet because I know THIS!!! the album,” they wrote, adding, “Super hungry.”Over the last few months, Baby Pluto has been…

Remy Ma is embracing a new chapter with the release of the official music video for “Put Em On,” a vibrant summer visual that celebrates what she calls her “soft girl era.” Directed by Nimi Hendrix, the video transforms a lively house party into a celebration of friendship, confidence, and unforgettable summer moments. Featuring fashion-forward looks, playful games, luxury touches, and unmistakable Bronx swagger, the visual captures the joy of reconnecting with friends and enjoying life’s simple pleasures. “This video is exactly how I’ve been feeling lately,” Remy Ma said. “I wanted to be back outside with my girls, laughing,…

On Mishra’s poetry for Parched Lands from Mumbai, India  There is a point in every summer when the heat stops being weather and becomes a question. The ground cracks, the light flattens, and everything alive starts asking for one soft thing to look at. Chile’s Atacama,  the driest desert on Earth, answers that question every few years by bursting, absurdly, into flower. Devangana Mishra has borrowed the miracle for her tiny poetry and art collection, Desierto Florido: Poetry for Parched Lands, and reader, the borrowing is honest. This little book is the flower.  It arrives small, improbable, and exactly when…

Yesterday was Taco Tuesday but today health officials are taking a close look at Taco Bell as investigators work to pinpoint the source of one of the largest cyclosporiasis outbreaks the United States has seen in years. Since May, more than 4,000 people across 31 states have reported illnesses tied to the parasite, with the Detroit area accounting for more than 2,600 cases, the highest total ever recorded in Michigan. An outbreak of diarrhea caused by the parasite cyclospora has risen to more than 3,000 cases in Michigan and Ohio, and the ongoing investigation suggests lettuce or salad greens may…

YoungBoy Never Broke Again took aim at Gillie Da Kid this week and brought the death of Gillie’s son into it, sparking a response from the Philadelphia native.On Tuesday (July 14), YB came for Gillie in a song snippet that he previewed on social media. Seemingly unprovoked, as the pair previously came together for a positive interview on Gillie and Wallo’s Million Dollaz Worth of Game podcast, YB rapped, “Had thought bout killin’ Gillie, but that b**ch ain’t kill none about his son.”Gillie’s son YNG Cheese was killed in a Philadelphia shooting in 2023. In 2025, Gillie revealed that cops…

Independent Hip Hop/Rap artist Baby Keefe has officially arrived with the release of his debut solo album, “BATSTAR”, now streaming on all major platforms.  Built on themes of resilience, ambition, and growth, BATSTAR is a raw look at Baby Keefe’s journey as an artist who values authenticity over algorithms. The project fuses gritty hip-hop with smooth R&B textures, creating a sound that feels both hard-hitting and deeply personal.  Every track tells a piece of a larger story — struggle, determination, self- discovery — pulling listeners into a narrative that mirrors the real challenges of everyday life. Rather than chasing what’s…

The thing about District Attorneys is when they make a case and prove it before a jury of someone’s peers, no one in the Federal Government, including the President can pardon you. Get this, Elon Musk is facing a legal hurdle after the Wisconsin Elections Commission voted to move complaints tied to his voter payment campaign to a district attorney for possible criminal review. Criminal. State level. Let’s go … 🚨 NEWS: Wisconsin election officials have found probable cause that Elon Musk violated the state’s election bribery law and have referred complaints against him to the Brown County District Attorney.The…

Having a diamond-certified record for selling at least 10 million units is one of the highest accomplishments in the music industry and is a true indicator of being a superstar. In hip-hop, only a select number of rappers have achieved such accolades.Not long after Drake dropped the video for “God’s Plan” in 2018, he said it was one of the most important things he’s ever done. One year later, the Grammy Award-winning lead single from Scorpion helped the megastar earn his first diamond plaque from the Recording Industry Association of America. Not only did “God’s Plan” top the Billboard Hot 100 for more than 11…

Cardi B’s daughter Kulture just turned 8 and got a 3.5-foot custom cake that took 28 hours to make. Cardi B went absolutely all out for her daughter Kulture’s 8th birthday celebration in Orlando this past weekend, and the centerpiece was nothing short of legendary. The three-and-a-half-foot-tall custom cake took twenty-eight hours to construct and featured over seven hundred handcrafted sugar flowers, rainbow layers, fondant clouds, glittering stars, and seven Care Bear statues spelling out Kulture’s name across the front. According to People.com, the four-tiered dessert was designed by Tampa-based cake artist Kristina Lavallee, who’s been creating custom cakes for…