Category: The Business of Hip Hop

Revolt World ‘We Are the Future’ Back in Atlanta September 20th – September 22nd

The three-day, immersive experience will feature live tapings of hit REVOLT shows, exclusive performances, masterclasses, keynote talks, cultural conversations, brand activations, and more ATLANTA, Aug. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — REVOLT, America’s fastest-growing Black-owned multimedia company, is excited to announce the return of REVOLT WORLD, a one-of-a-kind event celebrating the intersection of culture, creativity, and community.… Continue reading Revolt World ‘We Are the Future’ Back in Atlanta September 20th – September 22nd

ONE Musicfest Celebrates 15th Anniversary October 26th & 27th at Piedmont Park in Atlanta

Produced by ONE Musicfest in Collaboration with Live Nation Urban The Lineup for the 2024 Music Festival, Features Chart-Topping & Platinum-Selling Artists Cardi B, Gunna, Jill Scott, Victoria Monét, Earth, Wind & Fire, Glorilla, Nelly, Fantasia, Method Man, Young Nudy, Sexyy Red, and Ari LennoxWith More Huge Performances to be Announced! Festival Dates are October… Continue reading ONE Musicfest Celebrates 15th Anniversary October 26th & 27th at Piedmont Park in Atlanta

Damon Dash’s Roc-A-Fella Stake Will Be Auctioned To Satisfy Judgments

Roc-A-Fella label owners, JAY-Z and Kareem “Biggs” Burke are about to have a new partner as a judge has ordered Damon Dash’s 33.3% stake in the label to be auctioned off to satisfy debt owed by the Harlem businessman. According to Billboard, there is an auction scheduled for August 29 in New York City for… Continue reading Damon Dash’s Roc-A-Fella Stake Will Be Auctioned To Satisfy Judgments

Kool DJ Red Alert Honored With Statue In Harlem Commemorating 40 Years In Radio

Legendary hip-hop DJ, Kool DJ Red Alert, who is commemorating 40 years in radio, was honored with a statute in the place he grew up, Harlem, New York. The sculpture was unveiled on Friday, July 19, at Montefiore Square, West Harlem located at 138th Street and Broadway.   View this post on Instagram   A… Continue reading Kool DJ Red Alert Honored With Statue In Harlem Commemorating 40 Years In Radio

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) to Induct Davy DMX, DJ Hurricane, DJ Jazzy Jay

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame to Induct Trio of DJ Hip-Hop Legends   DJ Hurricane, Davy DMX, & DJ Jazzy Jay to perform and be honored on August 24th at 7:30pm; LIMEHOF inductee DJ Johnny Juice to perform STONY BROOK, NY- The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF)… Continue reading The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) to Induct Davy DMX, DJ Hurricane, DJ Jazzy Jay

Rise Up NYC Summer Concert Series Announces Performers

MAYOR ADAMS ANNOUNCES RETURN OF ‘RISE UP NYC’ SUMMER CONCERT SERIES, FEATURING 14 WORLD-CLASS CONCERTS ACROSS FIVE BOROUGHS Performances Will Showcase Range of Music Genres and Cultures, Reflecting Sounds of a Diverse City Artist Line-Up Includes: Patti LaBelle, Keith Sweat, Fat Joe, Sean Paul, Victor Manuelle, Tito Nieves, Spice, MC Lyte, Shannon, Seduction, Mya, Wayne… Continue reading Rise Up NYC Summer Concert Series Announces Performers

Will Smith Signs New Record Deal

A month after The Fresh Prince performed at the BET Awards, there was news that the rapping actor signed a new recording deal. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Will Smith, who started his career as a rapper, signed with a new record label, SLANG which was started by music executive, Rene McLean. This news comes… Continue reading Will Smith Signs New Record Deal

RZA Partners With LL Cool J And Irving Azoff To Elevate The Wu-Tang Clan Brand

In an effort to expand the Wu-Tang Clan name, the founder and creator of the sound for the group, RZA has forged a partnership with Iconic Artists Group and Rock the Bells. According to Billboard, RZA, real name Robert Diggs is working with esteemed music executive Irving Azor, who owns Iconic Artists Group, and fellow… Continue reading RZA Partners With LL Cool J And Irving Azoff To Elevate The Wu-Tang Clan Brand

Smif-N-Wessun Announce ‘Still Shinin’ Tour’

Just ahead of the 30th anniversary of their critically acclaimed debut album, Dah Shinin’, Smif-N-Wessun announces the launch of “Still Shinin’,” a tour that takes them from Brooklyn to Borlänge, Sweden.   The duo, composed of Tek and General Steele, first appeared on Black Moon’s album, Enta Da Stage, and they’ve been consciously commanding the stage ever since. Within a year, they were on a… Continue reading Smif-N-Wessun Announce ‘Still Shinin’ Tour’

Ice Cube’s Production Company Cube Vision Extends Partnership With Paramount

N.W.A. founding member, Ice Cube is expanding his entertainment umbrella, Cube Vision with an extended partnership with Paramount Global. According to Deadline, Ice Cube, real name, O’Shea Jackson, and his partner, Jeff Kwatinetz, COO of Cube Vision have locked down a first-look television deal that will allow the duo to develop and executive produce projects… Continue reading Ice Cube’s Production Company Cube Vision Extends Partnership With Paramount

Snoop Dogg Opens Cannabis Store S.W.E.D. Near LAX Airport

Multi-entertainer and weed specialist, Snoop Dogg has recently opened his first licensed cannabis store near the LAX Airport titled with the acronym, S.W.E.D., which is one of his signature phrases, Smoke Weed Every Day. For early Snoop Dogg fans, the title of the dispensary is in reference to the final line in Dr. Dre‘s record,… Continue reading Snoop Dogg Opens Cannabis Store S.W.E.D. Near LAX Airport

Snoop Dogg Celebrates National Ice Cream Day With Launch Of 2 New Dr. Bombay Ice Cream Flavors

Introducing “Baked Blueberry Muffin” and “Peanut Butter Jelly Time” the newest additions to the collection LOS ANGELES, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Snoop Dogg, the iconic hip-hop artist and entrepreneur, is celebrating National Ice Cream Day and the one year anniversary of his Dr. Bombay Ice Cream line this weekend with two new flavors that promise… Continue reading Snoop Dogg Celebrates National Ice Cream Day With Launch Of 2 New Dr. Bombay Ice Cream Flavors

Ol’ Dirty Bastard Documentary To Debut In August On A&E

An official documentary detailing the life of Wu-Tang Clan‘s Ol’ Dirty Bastard, real name, Russell Jones will be released in August on the A&E network. A&E announced that the project will air on the network on Sunday, August 25 at 9 p.m. ET/PT. The documentary, “Ol’ Dirty Bastard: A Tale of Two Dirtys,” was co-directed by Emmy® and… Continue reading Ol’ Dirty Bastard Documentary To Debut In August On A&E

Tasha K Catches Another Defamation Lawsuit, This Time By Soulja Boy

After having lawsuits filed against her by Cardi B and Kevin Hart due to the salacious and, according to them, untrue content she posts on her YouTube channel, another celebrity has filed a lawsuit against the controversial vlogger. According to Billboard, hip-hop recording artist, Soulja Boy is suing Tasha K for defamation due to a… Continue reading Tasha K Catches Another Defamation Lawsuit, This Time By Soulja Boy

Pusha T Is Newest House Ambassador For Louis Vuitton

As recording artists Clipse prepares the finishing touches on the next album, group member Pusha T has been announced as the latest House Ambassador for the fashion house, Louis Vuitton, according to Billboard. An Instagram post from Louis Vuitton reveals the Virginia rapper wearing some of the latest from the brand. “Pusha T for Louis Vuitton.… Continue reading Pusha T Is Newest House Ambassador For Louis Vuitton

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