Category: The Business of Hip Hop

Nas To Perform In Las Vegas To Celebrate 30th Anniversary Of ‘Illmatic’

Later this summer, Nasir “Nas” Jones will perform in Las Vegas to celebrate the 30th anniversary of his debut album, “Illmatic” backed by a live orchestra. The announcement was posted on the AEG Presents Las Vegas Instagram account. The “Made You Look” emcee will perform at the Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas on Aug.… Continue reading Nas To Perform In Las Vegas To Celebrate 30th Anniversary Of ‘Illmatic’

Heritage Auctions Is Taking Bids For Hip-Hop Memorabilia

Hundreds of mementos from hip-hop are featured in an online auction held by Heritage Auctions. According to Complex, this is the first auction that is dedicated entirely to hip-hop memorabilia from many esteemed recording artists in the genre. The auction is currently open and will end on May 26. Anyone interested in getting their hands on… Continue reading Heritage Auctions Is Taking Bids For Hip-Hop Memorabilia

Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ Breaks Cardi B’s Streaming Record

The feud between hip-hop recording artists, Aubrey “Drake” Graham and Kendrick “K-Dot” Lamar has not only fueled heated discussions among hip-hop fans but the last recorded song in the battle, Kendrick’s “Not Like Us” has broken a streaming record previously held by Cardi B and surpassing Taylor Swift. K-Dot’s latest single, “Not Like Us” debuted… Continue reading Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ Breaks Cardi B’s Streaming Record

French Montana Announces ‘Gotta See It To Believe It’ Tour

FRENCH MONTANA ANNOUNCES 2024 ‘GOTTA SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT TOUR’   Featuring Special Guests Fabolous and Fivio Foreign   Tickets Available Starting Thursday, May 16 with Artist Presale   General Onsale Begins Friday, May 17 at 10am local time on LiveNation.com   Today, French Montana announced his 2024 ‘Gotta See It To Believe It’… Continue reading French Montana Announces ‘Gotta See It To Believe It’ Tour

Since Kendrick Lamar’s Battle With Drake, Fans Have Stated ‘Damn’ As Previous Album Soars On The Billboard Charts

Many hip-hop fans have claimed Kendrick Lamar is the winner amid his lyrical battle with Drake. Yet, despite the opinion of those watching, Drake is a winner on the Billboard charts because of the beef with his Canadian rhymesayer. According to Forbes, since the two recording artists traded barbs with each other, the fans have… Continue reading Since Kendrick Lamar’s Battle With Drake, Fans Have Stated ‘Damn’ As Previous Album Soars On The Billboard Charts

Grand Marnier® Partners With 2 Chainz to Launch ‘The Rouge Room’

Grand Marnier®  Teams up with Grammy® Award-Winning Artist 2 Chainz to Launch ‘The Rouge Room’ Join 2 Chainz to explore the unexpected blend of cognac and orange liqueur through a Grand Margarita cocktail encounter in new digital content series  NEW YORK (April 29, 2024) —  Grand Marnier® – an exceptional blend of cognac and orange liqueur – is teaming… Continue reading Grand Marnier® Partners With 2 Chainz to Launch ‘The Rouge Room’

Arizona Bowl Announces Sponsorship From Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop

Less than a year after Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre released their canned version of the mixed cocktail, Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop, the brand will be the presenting sponsor of the Arizona Bowl. Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop has become the first alcohol partner as the presenting sponsor in an… Continue reading Arizona Bowl Announces Sponsorship From Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop

Bun B’s Trill Burgers Introduces Trill Smash Taco With Alex Bregman’s Wild Sol Salsa

  View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Trill Burgers (@trillburgers) Bun B’s Trill Burgers introduces Trill Smash Taco with Alex Bregman’s Wild Sol salsa Houston smashburger concept introduces smashburger tacos on Cinco de Mayo for limited time   HOUSTON (May 3, 2024) – Bun B’s Trill Burgers is collaborating with Houston… Continue reading Bun B’s Trill Burgers Introduces Trill Smash Taco With Alex Bregman’s Wild Sol Salsa

Rap Snacks Connects With Quavo and Parlae’s Huncho Elite 7v7 Program

The Official Snack Brand of Hip Hop and its nonprofit organization, the Rap Snacks Foundation, partner to support the Huncho Elite 7v7 youth football team to mentor, motivate and provide entrepreneurship training to help prepare for NIL deals. ATLANTA, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Rap Snacks, the “Official Snack Brand of Hip Hop” and its… Continue reading Rap Snacks Connects With Quavo and Parlae’s Huncho Elite 7v7 Program

Belvedere 10 Features Future In Latest Campaign

Multi-platinum selling artist Future encounters celebrated director Taika Waititi, who returns for his second campaign, in a sensational new short film to herald the launch of Belvedere Vodka’s new luxury expression, Belvedere 10 NEW YORK, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Belvedere 10 is a beacon of luxurious style and flawless character. Encased in a striking, sculpted pure… Continue reading Belvedere 10 Features Future In Latest Campaign

G-Unit Film & Television Studio Officially Launches In Louisiana

After announcing in December 2023 that he would be opening the G-Unit Film & Television Studio in Shreveport, La., 50 Cent has revealed that the studio has officially launched. According to The Shreveport Times, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson appeared with Mayor Tom Arceneaux and City Council members to welcome the opening of G-Unit Film &… Continue reading G-Unit Film & Television Studio Officially Launches In Louisiana

The Show: The Prime Time Weekend Party Featuring Lil Wayne to Stream on Veeps

The Show: The Prime Time Weekend Party Featuring Lil Wayne to Stream LIVE Exclusively on Veeps   Coach Prime’s Weezy Show Goes Worldwide via Global Streaming Premiere, Airing Live/One Time Only on Saturday, April 27th at 7:30pm MT/6:30pm PT On Saturday, April 27, 2024, The Show: The Prime Time Weekend Party featuring Lil Wayne will… Continue reading The Show: The Prime Time Weekend Party Featuring Lil Wayne to Stream on Veeps

Xzibit Prepares Grand Opening Of Cannabis Store

West Coast rapper and former “Pimp My Ride” host, Xzibit has opened a cannabis store in the ritzy neighborhood of Bel Air in Los Angeles, Calif. According to High Times, Alvin Nathaniel Joiner, who uses the moniker, Xzibit recently opened Xzibit’s West Coast Cannabis (XWCC) located off the 405 freeway on Sepulveda Blvd. The opening… Continue reading Xzibit Prepares Grand Opening Of Cannabis Store

“Like That” Single Chart’s at No.1 Second Week in a Row on Billboard

Future, Metro Boomin and Kendrick Lamar‘s “Like That” remains at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart, a week after it launched at the summit. “Like That,” on Boominati/Freebandz/Republic/Epic Records, drew 46.1 million streams, 10.1 million radio airplay audience impressions and sold 6,000 March 29-April 4. The single spends a second week at… Continue reading “Like That” Single Chart’s at No.1 Second Week in a Row on Billboard

Missy Elliot Prepares First-Ever North American Tour

Missy “Misdemeanor” Elliot has just announced her first-ever North American tour which she has labeled as “Out Of This World.” The multi-talented songwriter, rapper, producer, and singer will not be going out alone on this tour. She is bringing heavyweights to take the stage alongside her. Busta Rhymes, Ciara, and Missy’s co-conspirator, Timbaland will join… Continue reading Missy Elliot Prepares First-Ever North American Tour

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