About Weso
Weso is the Managing Editor for Hip-Hop Wired, a leading voice in the world of hip-hop. Raised in the Greater Philadelphia Area, Weso has always had a deep connection to Hip-Hop and R&B, growing up listening to iconic artists such as Lupe Fiasco, The LOX, and Fabolous. This passion for music laid the foundation for his career in the industry. After graduating from Cabrini University, Weso built his career with notable roles at Hot 97, the Million Dollaz Worth of Game Podcast with Gillie Da King and Wallo267, and Hot 1079 ATL. His journey with Urban One began in 2018, where he started as a part-time board operator in Philadelphia. Through his dedication and hard work, Weso eventually rose to the position of Managing Editor for Hip-Hop Wired, where he continues to amplify the voices and stories of the culture. A key part of Weso’s mission is bridging the gap between old-school Hip-Hop and the new wave of artists. He is passionate about providing a platform for emerging talent to showcase their music, ensuring the future of hip-hop remains rooted in its rich history while evolving with fresh, new sounds.
GRAFH pulled up on OkayPlayer to curate his perfect party playlist. Choosing from a wide selection of classic vinyl can feel overwhelming, but the New York MC made it look easy. OkayPlayer asked GRAFH which records he would spin if he were DJ-ing a party of his own. He starts the night with a certified […]
T.I. may be preparing to retire following the release of his upcoming album, Kill The King. While speaking on the Grammys red carpet, the ATL legend revealed that the end of his rap career could be near. “It’s time, I have many gifts that God has given me that I can spend more time and […]
Lil Wayne is rarely on social media, but when he pops out, people listen. Following the Grammy Awards, the New Orleans rapper took a moment to shout out this year’s nominees and winners while also airing his frustration over being left off the ballot this year. “Congrats to the nominees and winners. Wasn’t included, as […]
BIA is putting a stop to a “whole lotta” online rumors. A social media user recently asked the Massachusetts MC, “is it true you slept with J. Cole?” She quickly shut the claim down, calling cap and responding, “No & I have never slept with a married man ever. Fake tea.” J. Cole and BIA […]
Sexyy Red made a surprise appearance, performing at the wedding of Alex Bruesewitz, a political advisor affiliated with Donald Trump. Bruesewitz tapped the St. Louis rapper to hit the stage during the celebration, which also featured some more questionable celebrity guests, including Robin Thicke, Amber Rose, and, of course, Nicki Minaj. Minaj’s presence comes as […]
Legendary Atlanta radio station Hot 107.9 has officially announced the lineup for its 30th annual Birthday Bash. Birthday Bash ATL remains one of the last major-in-house-run Hip-Hop radio concerts, standing apart at a time when many stations have downsized or partnered with outside promoters. Hot 107.9 continues to curate the event internally, keeping it rooted […]
Sexyy Red may be a lot of things, but an asset to the federal government is not one of them. The If You Want It rapper is once again pushing back against a bizarre conspiracy theory claiming she is an undercover CIA operative. In a series on X, Sexy questioned the rumors directly, writing, “Why […]
J. Cole shares an additional cover for his upcoming album, The Fall-Off. In a lengthy post, he detailed the story behind the first cover: “The Fall-Off that is circulating is a picture that I took on a disposable camera when I was 15 years old. My very first setup. My first beats were made in […]
J. Cole has released four new freestyles, packaging them as a project titled Birthday Blizzard ‘ 26.
Christian Combs is the latest person to get trolled by 50 Cent on social media. King Combs recently popped out during Total’s set on Room 112’s Tour, and the reception from the crowd was mixed at best. Before jumping into his verse on “How You Want It?,” Christian attempted to get the audience to join […]
Finesse2Tymes may have officially met his match with his latest round of beef. The Memphis rapper is heated after claiming he was hit with a $40,000 sample clearance fee tied to a Bone Thugs N-Harmony record. However, there appears to be some confusion, as Finesse is actually looking to sample “Notorious Thugs,” a The Notorious […]
Kanye West says he’s ready to take accountability. It appears Ye is attempting a reset after several years marked by some questionable, controversial, MAGA-aligned comments. According to Vanity Fair, the Chicago rapper placed a full-page ad in The Wall Street Journal to formally apologize for his past behavior. In the ad, titled “To Those I […]