Hip hop fans, get ready to turn up the volume! The 1Notch YouTube channel, known for its cutting-edge rap music, has just released a brand new beat by the talented rapper/producer PANE1. Inspired by the iconic Kodak Black, this beat… Read more
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Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion: The Rap Beef That Won’t Die
Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion are two of the most successful and influential female rappers of all time. They have both broken records, won awards, and amassed loyal fanbases. They have also collaborated on the hit song “Hot Girl…
Read moreA Tribe Called Quest: The Pioneers of Alternative Hip Hop
A Tribe Called Quest is one of the most influential and innovative groups in hip hop history. The group, consisting of Q-Tip, Phife Dawg, Ali Shaheed Muhammad, and Jarobi White, formed in 1985 in Queens, New York, and became part…
Read moreDr. Dre and Snoop Dogg Launch New ‘Gin & Juice’ Drink Inspired by Their Classic Hit
Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg have teamed up once again and stretched their longstanding alliance beyond the studio, as they now plan to release a new drink together.
Over the weekend, the pair unveiled a stylish trailer for their latest…
Read moreUsher Announces Tour for ‘Coming Home’ Album: Dates and How to Get Tickets
The R&B superstar is hitting the road this summer after his Super Bowl Halftime headlining show in February.
Usher is ready to take his fans on a musical journey with his new album, Coming Home, and his upcoming tour of…
Read moreJay-Z Receives Dr. Dre Global Impact Award at 2024 GRAMMYs
The rap mogul and his daughter Blue Ivy accepted the prestigious honor with an inspiring speech.
Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter became the second-ever recipient of the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award for his many achievements across a career that has spanned…
Read moreE-40’s Hyphy Anthem ‘Tell Me When To Go’ Finally Goes Platinum After 18 Years
E-40, the legendary rapper and ambassador of the Bay Area, has achieved a new milestone in his illustrious career. His 2006 hyphy anthem ‘Tell Me When To Go’, featuring Keak Da Sneak, has been certified platinum by the Recording Industry…
Read moreJ. Cole Says He’s ‘At The Tail End’ Of Finishing New Album
Fans of J. Cole have been eagerly awaiting his next album, which he teased last year as ‘The Fall Off’. The rapper has been relatively quiet since then, only releasing two singles, ‘The Climb Back’ and ‘Lion King on Ice’,…
Read moreRZA and Raekwon to Perform ‘Only Built 4 Cuban Linx’ with Symphony Orchestra
Hip hop legends RZA and Raekwon are set to perform their classic album ‘Only Built 4 Cuban Linx’ live, backed by a symphony orchestra, on February 5, 2024. The event, dubbed ‘The Purple Tape Experience’, will take place at the…
Read moreKanye West Performs In Eminem-Inspired Mask At Travis Scott Circus Maximus Tour Stop
Orlando, FL - Kanye West surprised the fans at Travis Scott’s Circus Maximus Tour stop in Orlando, Florida on Wednesday night (January 31, 2024), by joining him on stage as a special guest. The Chicago rap legend wore a white…
Read moreLil Pump Shows Off His New Donald Trump Tattoo on Instagram
Lil Pump, the rapper who endorsed Donald Trump in the 2020 presidential election, has taken his support to a new level by getting a tattoo of the former president’s face on his leg. The tattoo is based on Trump’s mugshot…
Read moreHip Hop News Roundup: 2/2/24
Hip hop fans have a lot to catch up on today, as the rap world is buzzing with new releases, beefs, collaborations, and controversies. Here are some of the top stories you need to know:
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…Read moreNicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion’s Feud Escalates with New Songs and Social Media Spats
The rap beef between Megan Thee Stallion and Nicki Minaj is heating up again, as both artists released new diss tracks aimed at each other on Tuesday, January 30, 2024.
Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion are not holding back…
Read moreCam’ron Recalls His Near-Brawl With Ben Simmons At NBA Game
Rapper Cam’ron has opened up about his close encounter with Brooklyn Nets star Ben Simmons at a recent NBA game in Los Angeles. The Dipset leader, who has been a vocal critic of Simmons over the years, said he was…
Read moreCoi Leray Responds To Eminem Mentioning Her On New Song: ‘It’s So Stupid’
Coi Leray is not impressed by Eminem’s name-drop on his new song “Doomsday Pt. 2”. The Detroit rapper released the track on Wednesday (January 26, 2024) as part of the Lyrical Lemonade album All Is Yellow, which also features Juice…
Read more50 Cent Throws Shade (and Mics) at NAACP Image Awards Snub
50 Cent, the rapper and mogul known for his larger-than-life personality and outspokenness, is once again making headlines for his fiery reactions. This time, the target of his ire is the NAACP Image Awards, which recently announced its nominations for…
Read moreTierra Whack Sneaks Up on the Industry with Mysterious "Promo Posters" and Snippet of New Song
Tierra Whack, the enigmatic Chicagoan rapper who burst onto the scene in 2018 with her vibrant debut album "Whack World," has once again set the internet ablaze with a series of cryptic moves. Earlier this week, Whack was spotted in…
Read moreDrake's New Alter Ego "Anita Max Wynn" Stirs Up Social Media
Drake has always been known for pushing boundaries and keeping fans guessing, and his latest move is no exception. The Canadian rapper has sparked a social media frenzy with the introduction of his new alter ego, "Anita Max Wynn."
From…
Read moreKanye West's Mysterious Car Ride with Bianca Censori Sparks Frenzy Online
The internet is abuzz after Kanye West posted a video on his Instagram Tuesday morning showing architectural designer Bianca Censori driving a sleek, black electric vehicle in a latex outfit. West, known for his penchant for cryptic messages and headline-grabbing…
Snoop Dogg's "Thug Life" NFT Collection Sparks Controversy: Is It Empowerment or Exploitation?
Snoop Dogg, the iconic West Coast rapper and cultural icon, has ignited a firestorm of debate with the launch of his "Thug Life" NFT collection. The collection, featuring 10,000 unique digital tokens inspired by Snoop's signature "Thug Life" tattoo and…
Read moreKanye West's Trademark Filing For "YEWS" Raises Eyebrows
Kanye West's recent trademark filing for the term "YEWS" has raised eyebrows, both among fans and legal experts. The trademark would cover a wide range of products and services, including clothing, footwear, cosmetics, and financial services.
It is unclear why…
Read more1Notch Cypher Returns with Explosive Lineup, Showcasing Top Rappers from 530 Area
In a thrilling announcement for hip-hop enthusiasts, the highly anticipated return of the 1Notch Cypher has taken the music scene by storm. This time around, the latest episode features an extraordinary lineup of talented rappers hailing from the renowned 530…
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