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Men lie, women lie, and numbers do too? If you ask Charlamagne Tha God, they do. Speaking on The Breakfast Club, Uncle Charla spoke about Drake’s passing of Michael Jackson for the most No. 1 single by a male solo artist. “This is why I say numbers lie,” Charlamagne said. “Does Drake have the numbers? Yes. Does Drake have music that will stand the test of time? Yes.” He added, “We know that a lot of the music Drake makes does not have the cultural impact of an Off the Wall or a Thriller.” Charlamagne tha God reacts to Drake…

In an era where many artists focus solely on streams, trends, and viral moments, KIIN9 Perez is building something much larger—a legacy rooted in creativity, resilience, entrepreneurship, faith, and ownership. Born in Flint, Michigan and representing New York City, KIIN9 Perez has emerged as an independent artist and entrepreneur whose vision extends far beyond music. Through years of persistence, self-development, and unwavering belief in his purpose, he has transformed personal challenges into fuel for a growing movement that blends music, media, business, and community impact. Known for his versatility, KIIN9 Perez refuses to be confined to a single genre. His…

Jay-Z shows up at Roots Picnic with a brand new look and takes direct aim at Drake’s recent subliminal campaign. Jay-Z stepped onto the Roots Picnic stage this past weekend with a completely different energy, ditching the dreadlocks that defined his look for decades and rocking a wild, massive afro that had everyone talking. JAY-Z popped out with a fro for Roots Picnic. Symbolic. pic.twitter.com/v02eaVzelS— 💎🍾 (@TheRocSupremacy) May 31, 2026 The first tonight at the legendary Belmont Plateau in Philadelphia on May 30 became the perfect backdrop for what many are reading as a direct response to Drake’s relentless subliminal…

Seattle’s favorite is turning up the volume. With a new single dropping every 30 days and his latest track “LOUD” already making noise on YouTube, the artist-producer entrepreneur isn’t just playing the game—he’s rewriting the rules. In an era of manufactured viral moments, Pwashington is a reminder that consistency is the ultimate currency. From the Southend of Seattle to the high-stakes energy of Los Angeles, his journey has been defined by a “built, not bought” mentality. The latest proof? “LOUD.” Now streaming on YouTube, the track is a masterclass in unfiltered production and lyrical grit. It serves as the opening…

This New Music Friday belongs to Litty Vuitton. The rising South Carolina recording artist—and notably the first female artist signed to hip-hop innovator Soulja Boy—is dropping her highly anticipated album, 1-800-BABEMOTION. Accompanying the project is the lead single, “YOGA,” an infectious anthem celebrating confidence, self-expression, and unapologetic individuality. Born and raised in Columbia, South Carolina, Litty’s musical roots run deep. Inspired by her father, a music producer, she began creating songs at an early age. Over the years, she has developed a distinctive sound that blends her deep Southern influences with futuristic production, emotional transparency, and melodic experimentation, making her…

Meek Mill pulls up to Imhotep High School and gives students real talk about survival, purpose, and building something beyond the streets. Meek Mill pulled up to Imhotep High School in West Philadelphia and gave students a masterclass on survival, purpose, and building something real before summer break hits. The rapper didn’t come with corporate platitudes or empty motivation. He came with his story, his scars, and the kind of wisdom that only comes from living through the exact struggles these kids are facing right now. Growing up in North Philadelphia without a father shaped everything about how Meek approaches…

The inaugural NOODLE Thinkers Convention brought 4,000 attendees to Newport News for conversations on innovation, entrepreneurship, wellness, and culture. The inaugural NOODLE: The Thinkers Convention officially wrapped its first weekend in Newport News after drawing more than 4,000 attendees for two days of conversations centered on innovation, entrepreneurship, culture, wellness, and community engagement. Held in Newport News’ Yard District, the event featured a wide-ranging lineup of speakers, artists, and creatives, including Chance the Rapper, Daymond John, and Newport News Mayor Phillip Jones in a panel curated by Terrence J. Additional programming included appearances from Rhett & Link, Aisha Bowe, The…

Vanilla Ice defends his Freedom 250 performance, saying he’d perform for Biden, Putin, or any politician. Music isn’t political, he says. Vanilla Ice isn’t backing down from the Freedom 250 controversy. The ’90s icon defended his decision to perform at the event, saying he’d take gigs from any politician regardless of party affiliation. “I’m not going to get dragged into that. I’m here to party with America, man,” Vanilla Ice told TMZ. “Music is made to bring people together, and that’s what we’re here to do. We’re just going to represent the ’90s. I don’t take anything too serious. I…

There are co-signs, and then there are co-signs that mean something. On May 30th in Los Angeles, California Zalympix is going to deliver one of the most layered West Coast hip-hop moments of the year — and the My Butler AL Lounge is the room where most of it goes down.  Two Cheef & Greets with two of the most respected names in West Coast cannabis culture, plus a three-way main stage moment that ties Long Beach, the Bay, and Indianapolis together in one set. Here’s how the day moves. 4:20 PM — Yung LB Opens the Lounge The Lounge…

Tory Lanez lost his emergency bid for prison protection after claiming guards harassed him over his $100 million stabbing lawsuit. Tory Lanez lost his emergency bid for prison protection in Los Angeles after claiming guards harassed him because he sued California prison officials over a near-fatal stabbing. U.S. District Judge Josephine L. Staton denied Tory Lanez’s request for a temporary restraining order, which he requested after his lawyers said retaliation started because of his federal lawsuit. That lawsuit is the engine behind the latest prison fight. Lanez sued California prison officials after he was stabbed behind bars in May 2025.…