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K-Town is no longer the underground secret he once was. In a move shaking up the industry, the rising hip-hop phenom has signed deals with Empire and Roc Nation in rapid succession—an unprecedented power play that signals not only a personal milestone but the ignition of something much bigger: a full-blown musical revolution.Billboard Hip-Hop Exclusive Interview: K-TownBillboard Hip Hop: First off, congratulations on signing with both Empire and Roc Nation—two powerhouses in the music world. Walk us through how those partnerships came about and what they mean for your artistic vision moving forward.K-Town:Appreciate that. Honestly, this move wasn’t just about…

Diddy seeks the dismissal of Kirk Burrowes’ revived lawsuit, arguing an alleged 2013 street groping was not a gender-motivated crime. Kirk Burrowes was staying in a Midtown Manhattan welfare hotel in 2013 when he says Diddy found him on the street, bear-hugged him, and grabbed his rear end while one of Diddy’s associates stood nearby and threatened his life. Diddy’s lawyers just went to federal court to argue that it wasn’t a crime. The mogul’s attorneys say that the encounter doesn’t meet the legal definition of a crime of violence under New York City’s Gender-Motivated Violence Act, calling it “a…

Cardi B and Stefon Diggs turned a Mother’s Day charity event into the internet’s favorite new rumor after affectionate clips go viral. So…they getting back together? Cardi B and Stefon Diggs are no longer hiding…their love. The two stepped out together this weekend at his Diggs Deep Foundation’s annual Mother’s Day celebration. And, they caused a social media frenzy. The event, titled “A Moment for Mothers,” centered on honoring moms and families through the foundation’s ongoing charitable work. they focus on youth empowerment, education, mentorship and community outreach. But while the mission was heartfelt, people online could not help but notice the chemistry…

Usher’s New Look (UNL) and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Detroit (BGCGD) have officially launched the Entertainment Industry Club: Live Touring Edition, a pioneering workforce development initiative aimed at creating career pipelines within the entertainment trades. The program is integrated into the 2026 North American R&B Tour and will select a cohort of ten interns, aged 18 and older, from the Detroit and Atlanta metropolitan areas. These participants will receive hands-on training in critical touring sectors, including tour production, multimedia, wardrobe, operations, and community impact. Program Structure and National Engagement Selected interns will undergo rigorous pre-tour training focused…

Image Image Credit Prince Williams/Contributor via Getty Images, Barry Brecheisen/Contributor via Getty Images, and Prince Williams/Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Playboi Carti, Don Toliver and YoungBoy Never Broke Again Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Rolling Loud 2026 will take place in Orlando from May 8 to 10, offering fans a rare chance to attend the festival’s only U.S. edition. Headliners include Playboi Carti, YoungBoy Never Broke Again and Don Toliver, with over 75 artists on the lineup. The move from Miami to Orlando reflects a strategic shift, with organizers citing accessibility and growth potential. Rolling Loud is bringing its…

 On this day in hip-hop history, Ice Cube released the scathing “True to the Game,” Amy Winehouse and Nas are born, Destiny’s Child cement their legacy, Eve dropped her debut album and a civil suit alleging child sexual abuse is filed against Michael Jackson.1992: Ice Cube releases “True to the Game” The final single from Ice Cube’s 1991 classic, Death Certificate, which is widely regarded as one of the best hip-hop albums ever, “True to the Game” features three storytelling verses about “sellouts” who he feels betrayed by black folks with their various supposed misdeeds and choices. The first is a dude…

The “Coke Wave” legacy has officially entered a new era. Today, 3x Grammy-nominated, diamond-certified artist and entrepreneur French Montana reunited with the legendary Max B and “The Boss” Rick Ross for their latest single and music video, “SMOKING PART II.” The track serves as a massive bridge between the grit of the original Coke Wave era and the larger-than-life energy of 2026. It is the latest offering from French and Max’s highly anticipated collaborative album, Wave Gods 2: Cosmo Brothers, which is set to hit the streets on May 22nd via Coke Boys Records in partnership with Defiant Records/EMG. A…

Image Image Credit Jamie McCarthy / Staff via Getty Images and Jason Mendez / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Sevyn Streeter attends the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards and Yung Bleu visits SiriusXM Studios on Feb. 7, 2025, in New York City Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Sevyn Streeter says she sent a cease-and-desist over “Shakira” because her demo vocals were used without approval. Yung Bleu claimed on X that she “[hates] her vocals” and requested to have the song taken down. The disagreement highlights growing tensions around artist control and collaboration in the streaming era. Sevyn Streeter has…

Real Boston Richey responds to his ex-girlfriend’s abuse allegations and other claims.On Sunday (May 3), the Florida rhymer shared a lengthy video on Instagram explaining himself. The post came after his ex-girlfriend, Tatiana Chanell, tried to expose him with claims of abuse, bisexuality and having relationships with minors in response to his new single “B**ch You Weird,” which she claimed is about her. Richey insisted she is making false narratives because she is mad that they broke up.”I ain’t never been a ni**a that try to run to the ’net and speak on my behalf,” Richey said. I always take…

DJ Khaled publicly endorses Uncle Luke’s congressional run at a Miami event, pledging ongoing support for the hip-hop legend. DJ Khaled isn’t known for being too political. In fact, the Palestinian-American has been dragged for his silence during Israel’s bombing campaign in Gaza, But the producer just threw his weight behind one of Hip-Hop’s most legendary figures in a major political move that could reshape Florida’s congressional race. The music mogul showed up at Brooklyn Chophouse in Miami to publicly endorse Uncle Luke’s bid for Congress, telling the crowd that nobody loves Miami and Broward County more than the 2…