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.
Cardi B is once again taking legal action against blogger Tasha K. The blogger previously agreed to a non-disparagement clause, which prohibits her from speaking negatively online about Bardi or her associates. At the time, that included names like Stefon Diggs and her ex-husband Offset. In earlier court documents, the Bodak Yellow rapper accused Tasha […]
Big30 & Pooh Shiesty’s father have pleaded not guilty in the alleged robbery and kidnapping case involving Gucci Mane. Both men deny having any involvement in the incident and remain in custody without bond. Williams Sr. recently claimed his trip to Texas was simply to check on his child, who he says was sick at […]
Jack Harlow might want to rethink his wardrobe, he’s going viral again, and not for the music. The Kentucky rapper hit the Met Gala red carpet rocking an oversized cap that instantly hat the internet roasting him. Sounds familiar? That’s because fans have been side-eyeing his fashion choices ever since the rollout for his album […]
Drake was recently spotted out in the 6 filming what appears to be a new music video. With his upcoming album ICEMAN just days away, the OVO rapper is back outside in full rollout mode. Fans have been tracking him across Toronto, catching him at multiple locations as he shoots new visuals. One scene had […]
Offset and Quavo have been spotted in the studio together, for the first time in a long time. Fans have been demanding for the former Migos members to put their differences aside and cook up in the booth, and it looks like that might finally be happening. Offset recently shared a behind-the-scenes photo that appeared […]
Hip-Hop fans have been waiting on Drake and Future to squash their issues and get back to making hits. Now, with the ICEMAN rollout heating up, some are wondering, could this finally be the moment? Let’s dig deeper… Back in 2024, Future drew a line the sand by siding with Kendrick Lamar on the track […]
Young Thug wants no parts of any association with Jeffrey Epstein, not even by name. The Atlanta rapper jumped on X after seeing a tweet that read, “And just like that…everybody stopped talking about the Epstein Files,” and had a quick reaction: “I’m changing my f*cking name bro.” Meek Mill chimed in, asking, “What you […]
Kanye West might be gearing up for another headline-grabbing rollout, this time reportedly planning to have a stadium built for a show in Albania. The Chicago rapper has built a rep for over-the-top performances and unconventional rollouts. From taking over Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta during his Donda listening events to hosting album experiences in random […]
Lontrell Williams Sr. is pushing back against initial reports tying him to an alleged robbery involving Gucci Mane. According to court documents, Williams Sr. and his son, Pooh, were arrested in connection to an alleged kidnapping and robbery case. The incident reportedly took place on January 10, when Wop was invited to a studio in […]
Lil Zay Osama is facing charges tied to an alleged home invasion and kidnapping scheme. According to court documents, the Chicago rapper is among several individuals accused of plotting to steal cryptocurrency, cash and other property by restraining victims during a robbery. Prosecutors allege that on March 8, Dashun Brown drove Jalen Chambers, Davis Franklin, […]
Rick Ross and French Montana are taking their catalogs to the Verzuz stage. Set for May 7, Rozay and Montana will face off in what many are calling one of the more unexpected matchups yet. Both artists have deep discographies, so on paper, it could make for a solid battle, but social media isn’t fully […]
Mona, better known as Don’t Call Me White Girl, recently sat down with Hip-Hop Wired while in Atlanta for her live podcast event. The Philly native has been making serious noise, especially with her appearances on The Joe Budden Podcast. According to Mona, the link-up with Budden came from mutual respect that naturally turned into […]