Police in Philadelphia are on the lookout for a suspect in the abduction of 22-year-old Carlesha Freeland-Gaither, who was taken while just blocks from her home this past Sunday. A chilling video of the kidnapping has been released in order to aid authorities and witnesses in locating Freeland-Gaither.
Hannibal Buress has made a splash in the comedy world with his deadpan delivery and digs on society but his latest target was one of his most shocking. In a recent stand-up performance, Buress calls out beloved comic Bill Cosby and accused him of being a rapist.
The iconic Philadelphia International Records sign outside of the Sound Of Philadelphia building will be removed on Wednesday (Oct. 15), marking the end of an era.  The label’s building, owned by legendary songwriters Kenny Gamble, Leon Huff and Thom Bell, was sold this week and will make way for a hotel and condominium project.
Talk of the 2014 Little League World Series without mentioning 13-year-old Mo‘ne Davis would be ludicrous.
Philadelphia will see Nicki Minaj in the near future, as the superstar is slated to perform at The Roots’ annual 4th of July Jam.
Everyone’s perception of comedy is not the same, with a number of factors such as race, age and nationality all playing a part.
Actor and comedian Kevin Hart donated $250K of his own money to purchase 500 computers for struggling schools and recreational centers in his native Philadelphia. But, a little over a month later, a few of those computers were stolen from a Southwest Philadelphia rec center.
Tuesday, November 26, Meek Mill held day one of his first annual “A Dreamchaser’s Thanksgiving,” a charitable event he did in conjunction with Mayor Michael Nutter.
Thanksgiving is a day when families and loved ones gather to commune and feast, but those less fortunate may not have this luxury. With this in mind, rapper Meek Mill has something special in store for his native Philadelphia this holiday.
Kanye West infiltrated yet another radio station while on his Yeezus tour. Philadelphia’s Hot 107.9 hosted the MC, who discussed the controversy surrounding the confederate flag seen on his tour merchandise, his feelings toward President Barack Obama, respecting Tyler, The Creator’s ability to be straight-forward, and more.
Hey Philly rap fans, Drake was just looking out for your welfare. Reportedly, Drizzy cancelled his show in Philadelphia this past weekend (Saturday, Oct. 19) because of fear that a catwalk used during his show would malfunction and injure attendees.Â
There’s a sea of exciting MCs out there, one being Philadelphia’s own Reek. His music is far more complicated than his rap moniker, and that can be heard on the bubbling wordsmith/producer’s new, heartfelt track, “Cloud 9.”
