Turbulence at Cannes and Tour Grievances: A Week in Hip Hop The hip-hop world has been buzzing with a flurry of personal news and updates, touching upon everything from airport altercations to tour controversies and family revelations. TMZ Hip Hop has been on the ground, detailing the latest happenings with some of the genre’s biggest [&...
Filipino hip-hop artist Robledo Timido has dropped a powerful new track titled “Kuha ang Inis,” a visceral expression of his personal frustrations and a significant marker in his artistic journey. The song, which translates to “Take the Annoyance,” serves as an cathartic outlet for Timido, delving deep into themes of un...
New Orleans Rap Icon Juvenile Launches “Hot Boy Summer” Anthem, Unveiling New Music and Celebrating Legacy Ahead of Major Tour Dates New Orleans, LA – The undisputed king of Southern hip hop, Juvenile, has officially declared summer in full swing with the release of his electrifying new single and accompanying music video, “H...
Rapper Young Thug, whose legal name is Jeffery Lamar Williams, made a significant return to the metro Atlanta area on Friday, August 1, 2025, appearing at Skyview High School in College Park. This personal visit marks his first public outing in the Atlanta region since his release from Fulton County Jail and a period of […]
Legendary hip-hop artist Nas recently cemented his status as an enduring icon, gracing the stage of Heinz Hall in Pittsburgh for a remarkable performance alongside the esteemed Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. The concert, a profound exploration of his three-decade career, offered a captivating fusion of orchestral grandeur and raw lyrical power...
Prominent Music Artist Taken into Custody Baltimore, MD – Jacquan Andrews, the 23-year-old hip-hop artist better known by his stage name Nino Paid, was arrested on July 24, 2025, in Maryland by the U.S. Marshals Service. The arrest has sent ripples through the music industry, particularly as law enforcement agencies have yet to disclose the [&...
Rapper GloRilla Faces Drug Charges in Georgia Forsyth County, Georgia – Popular hip hop artist GloRilla, whose legal name is Gloria Hallelujah Woods, was arrested on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, in Forsyth County, Georgia. The arrest stems from an investigation into a reported burglary at her residence, during which authorities allegedly discovered...
Twin Cities Artist Nur-D Redefines Hip Hop with Genre-Bending ‘Chunkadelic’ Twin Cities-based hip hop artist Nur-D is making waves with his latest album, “Chunkadelic.” This deeply personal project is not just a collection of songs; it’s a vibrant exploration of joy, a potent declaration of resistance, and a stead...
Kendrick Lamar and SZA Electrify London with Grand Finale of UK Tour at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium London’s iconic Tottenham Hotspur Stadium played host to a monumental weekend of hip-hop and R&B as global superstars Kendrick Lamar and SZA delivered two unforgettable performances on July 22 and July 23, 2025. These electrifying shows...
In a candid revelation that has sent ripples through the hip hop music scene, veteran artist and industry figure Jim Jones has shared details about significant talent he passed on signing early in their careers. Jones, who held the position of VP of Urban A&R at Koch Records in 2009, admitted that he overlooked potential […]