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The Lox “Money, Power, & Respect” Certified Platinum
The Lox has a new plaque to add to their name. Two decades after its release, “Money, Power, & Respect” by The Lox featuring DMX
Happy Birthday Yung Joc
Happy Birthday to Yung Joc, who turns 44 today. He was born on September 20, 1980 in Atlanta, GA.
Happy Birthday The-Dream
Happy Birthday to The-Dream, who turns 47 today. He was born on September 20, 1977 in Rockingham, NC.
Happy Birthday Ugly God
Happy Birthday to Ugly God, who turns 28 today. He was born on September 19, 1996 in Miami Gardens, FL.
Rich Homie Quan Releases First Posthumous Track “Song Cry”
Rich Homie Quan has been gone for just under two weeks and fans already have new music from the late Atlanta artist. His first posthumous
MMG – “Self Made Vol. 3”
11 years ago today, Rick Ross released the third compilation album “Self Made Vol. 3” by MMG on September 17, 2013. The album features contributions
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Arrested In New York After Grand Jury Indictment
Embattled Hip-Hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, who faces sexual assault lawsuits and a federal human trafficking probe, has been arrested in New York. The criminal
EPMD – “Back In Business”
27 years ago today, EPMD dropped their fifth studio album “Back In Business” on September 16, 1997. Production was handled by members Erick Sermon and
Usher – “My Way”
27 years ago today, Usher released his second studio album “My Way” on September 16, 1997. The album features guest appearances from Monica, Jermaine Dupri,
The Sugarhill Gang – “Rapper’s Delight”
45 years ago today, The Sugarhill Gang dropped their debut single “Rapper’s Delight” on September 16, 1979. Produced by Sylvia Robinson, “Rapper’s Delight” is credited
Happy Birthday Flo Rida
Happy Birthday to Flo Rida, who turns 45 today. He was born on September 16, 1979 in Miami Gardens, FL.
Happy Birthday Metro Boomin
Happy Birthday to Metro Boomin, who turns 31 today. He was born on September 16, 1993 in St. Louis, MO.
Happy Birthday Nas
Happy Birthday to Nas, who turns 51 today. He was born on September 14, 1973 in Brooklyn, NYC.
R.I.P. Tupac Shakur
Rest in peace Tupac Shakur (June 16, 1971 – September 13, 1996). 2Pac was shot in Las Vegas, Nevada on the night of September 7,
Happy Birthday Swizz Beatz
Happy Birthday to Swizz Beatz, who turns 46 today. He was born on September 13, 1978 in Bronx, NYC.
Happy Birthday Playboi Carti
Happy Birthday to Playboi Carti, who turns 28 today. He was born on September 13, 1996 in Riverdale, GA.
50 Cent – “Curtis”
17 years ago today, 50 Cent dropped his third studio album “Curtis” on September 11, 2007. The album features production from Dr. Dre, Eminem, and
Kanye West – “Graduation”
17 years ago today, Kanye West released his third studio album “Graduation” on September 11, 2007. It was primarily produced by West himself, with contributions
Happy Birthday Ludacris
Happy Birthday to Ludacris, who turns 47 today. He was born on September 11, 1977 in Champaign, IL.
New Edition – “Home Again”
28 years ago today, New Edition released their double platinum sixth studio album “Home Again” on September 10, 1996. It is the only album to
2 Chainz – “B.O.A.T.S. II: Me Time”
11 years ago today, 2 Chainz released his second studio album “B.O.A.T.S. II: Me Time” on September 10, 2013. It debuted at #3 on the
Rich Homie Quan’s Father Says Rapper Was Working On New Album
Rich Homie Quan was gearing up to release a new project when he suddenly passed away on September 5. The popular rapper, 34, was found
The Weeknd Reveals “Hurry Up Tomorrow” Cover Artwork
The Weeknd has revealed the cover artwork for his upcoming album, “Hurry Up Tomorrow.” Announced earlier this week, the anticipated project will mark the third
M.O.P. – “Ante Up”
24 years ago today, M.O.P. released their single “Ante Up” on September 9, 2000. The track is featured on the duo’s fourth studio album entitled
2Pac Was Shot In Las Vegas
28 years ago, on the night of September 7, 1996, Tupac Shakur was in the passenger seat of a black BMW driven by Death Row
R.I.P. Mac Miller
Rest in peace Mac Miller (January 19, 1992 – September 7, 2018). Born Malcolm James McCormick, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania rapper Mac Miller struggled with addiction and
Happy Birthday Eazy-E
Happy Birthday to Eazy-E, who would have turned 60 today. He was born on September 7, 1964 in Compton, CA.
Happy Birthday YK Osiris
Happy Birthday to YK Osiris, who turns 26 today. He was born on September 7, 1998 in Jacksonville, FL.
Happy Birthday N.O.R.E.
Happy Birthday to N.O.R.E., who turns 47 today. He was born on September 6, 1977 in Queens, NYC.
Happy Birthday Foxy Brown
Happy Birthday to Foxy Brown, who turns 46 today. She was born on September 6, 1978 in Brooklyn, NYC.
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