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The more things change the more they seem to stay the same.  Four & a half decades after he demanded that the U.S. government deliver on its previous promise to pay reparations to the very same people she once held in physical bondage, Amerikkkanized Afrikans have yet to be compensated. As a matter of fact, […]

Idolator: “Nicki Minaj Heats Up Cassie’s Aptly Titled ‘Fawk U Silly’” Listen Here Bossip: “15-Year-Old Admits She Lied About Rape, Said She Needed An Excuse For Being Out Late” Read Here Complex: “It’s A C-O-N-spiracy! 10 Clues Jay-Z Is In The Illuminati” Read Here Black Voices: “Teddy Pendergrass: R&B Icon’s Funeral Arrangements Announced” Read Here […]

As Benzino has continued his verbal onslaught on Slaughterhouse, he has had words for the likes of Crooked I, Joe Budden and an ensuing battle with Royce Da 5’9.  One name of the slaughter that has remained untouched by the Boston native is Joell Ortiz. With Free Agent coming at the end of March, Ortiz […]

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The Port of Miami’s biggest Bawse is stepping up to aid the country that plays coastal neighbor to his city. Rick Ross is the latest in Hip-Hop to lend a helping hand to the embattled nation. Instead of hosting a benefit concert like several of his Hip-Hop counterparts, Rick Ross is doing his part by […]

Beginning 2010 with a bang, Young Buck has refused to let his foot off of the throats of Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson  and the G Unit brand that he stands behind. Ironically like the situation with Beanie Sigel and Jay Z, Buck has released numerous diss tracks trying to bait 50 and finally bring him […]

Since the earthquake hit Haiti, the country has been in a mass scramble to establish some order from the calamity that has occurred. With Wyclef Jean making a venture to his homeland and President Obama donating funds, everyone is trying to play a part and show support after such devastation. Diddy utilizes his appeal and […]

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“I studied you ni**a, cause I was a fan, but I’m a fan of the Lord first so I would be damned/ If Imma let you get over/ Push the fans souls up/ Have me chantin Hova/ For Satan’s hand soldier.” Apparently, some are fed up with Jay Z making his constant, subliminal “shots” at […]

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Artists from around the country are continuing to unite to help the Haiti relief effort following last week’s tragedy. The latest artist to rally for relief is none other than Wale who’s headlining the “DMV Helps Haiti Concert.” Wale will take the stage Monday January 18th at D.C.’s 9:30 Club to raise much needed financial […]

Spike Lee is set to direct the second installment of his documentary cataloging the effects of Hurricane Katrina. The director’s first production on the tragedy, “When the Levees Broke: A Requiem in Four Acts”, received three Emmys including exceptional merit in nonfiction filmmaking and outstanding directing for nonfiction programming. Now the follow-up to the program […]

“I have been committed to helping the people of Haiti throughout my life, and that commitment will continue until the day I die….” After reports circulated accusing Wyclef Jean’s “Yele Haiti” of being an illegitimate organization Wyclef Jean is stepping up to defend his entity. As previously reported popular whistle-blower website The Smoking Gun claimed […]

Hip-Hop Legends and internationally acclaimed group, Goodie M.O.b hit the road on the second half of their reunion tour.  Kicking it off this past Thursday in Houston, Texas, with stops also in New Orleans, Austin and tonight in Dallas, Cee-Lo, Big Gipp, Khujo, and T-Mo have been rocking sold out shows as they performed such […]

Memphis’ lyrical cocaine rap champ Yo Gotti is preparing to make 2010 his year.  Finally free from his previous label TVT, The Pyrex King spoke with Hip-Hop Wired exclusively about his upcoming projects. “I just dropped “Cocaine Muzik 4.” DJ Drama put it together so it’s a Gangsta Grillz. Me and my artist named Zedzilla.  […]