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.
Nas and Eminem have long cemented themselves as legendary names in Hip-Hop, but there was once a collaboration between the two that could’ve shaken the game, and it never happened. While the pair eventually joined forces on Nas’ King’s Disease II album on the track “EMPD 2” in 2021, an earlier collaboration was nearly locked […]
It’s shaping up to be a St. Louis link-up between Nelly, the St. Lunatics, and superstar producer Metro Boomin. Break out the Band-Aids and headbands, new St. Lunatics music is officially on the way. The Country Grammar rapper recently announced onstage that the St. Louis group is planning to release a new project in 2026. […]
Future has been getting fly for more than a decade, and now he’s finally getting his flowers. The French luxury fashion house Louis Vuitton has officially recognized the Atlanta rapper’s influence by naming him a Friend of the House. The brand confirmed the news in a statement praising Hendrix’s creative impact and global appeal: “Future […]
6ix9ine will face some strict rules once he returns home after his upcoming prison bid. Judge Paul Engelmayer, who handled his RICO case back in 2019, has sentenced the Gummo rapper to three months for violating the terms of his supervised release. He was caught with cocaine and MDMA and was also involved in an […]
A$AP Rocky’s hesitance to drop his next album, “Don’t Be Dumb,” may have been justified. According to Shopify’s data, the album was originally set to arrive in 2024 but reportedly pulled in only 6,000 pre-orders, which may explain why the project never dropped. With the pressure of potentially underperforming, any artist might hold back for […]
After a three-year hiatus, Ludacris stepped back on the mic to reclaim his crown in the South. Luda dropped “44 Bars,” produced by Timbaland and Luca Starz. In less than three minutes, the ATL rap legend reminded folks why he is one of the most underrated MCs in the past 20+ years. Now, we don’t […]
LiAngelo Ball and his ex-wife, Rashida Nicole, appear to be at odds right now. Nicole posted a photo of their newborn daughter on her Instagram Story and took a jab at Ball, writing, “Poor baby been on this earth for six days, still ain’t seen or heard from her dad, wow!” This also isn’t the […]
Busta Rhymes was trying to enjoy the vibes at Art Basel in Miami before being met with a buzz kill. Content creators were outside trolling celebrities for clicks and viral moments. There are certain people you may be able to get away with those shenanigans, but Busta is not one of them. A shameless TikTok […]
Cardi B doesn’t play about her man, Stefon Diggs, and it’s no secret. The NFL star recently celebrated his 32nd birthday at Booby Trap in Miami. Cardi and Diggs were seen catching a vibe until an unexpected guest supposedly pulled up to the club. Rumors began circulating that the Bodak Yellow rapper’s ex-husband, Offset, arrived […]
Meek Mill made sure to give Young Thug his flowers for staying solid, even while he was beefing with Drake.
Ray J is shutting down rumors about the recent reports involving his ex-wife, Princess Love. Princess accused the Love & Hip-Hop star of pulling a gun on her, claiming the situation unfolded when she went to Ray J’s home with her cousin to pick up their children. Now, in an unexpected turn, the “One Wish” […]
Usher and Big Sean are coming together for an amazing cause. Both music stars are reportedly contributing a combined $1 million to support the future of Detroit’s children, donating to the Boys & Girls Club of Southeastern Michigan. Usher’s New Look Foundation and the Sean Anderson Foundation partnered with glitch Sports + Entertainment and Emory […]