Category: The Business of Hip Hop

Mana Contemporary Announces ‘Out of Character’ and ‘From the Feet Up: 50 Years of Sneaks & Beats’ Exhibitions – Opening on April 12th

Mana Contemporary Explores Creative Evolution with “Out of Character” and “From the Feet Up: 50 Years of Sneaks & Beats” Exhibitions – Opening on April 12th, 4-7 PM    Jersey City, NJ (April 7, 2023) – Mana Contemporary is thrilled to announce the opening of two captivating exhibitions, “Out of Character” and “From the Feet Up: 50 Years of… Continue reading Mana Contemporary Announces ‘Out of Character’ and ‘From the Feet Up: 50 Years of Sneaks & Beats’ Exhibitions – Opening on April 12th

Cardi B’s Whipshots Sells Over 2 Million After 14 Months on the Market

Bronx-bred entertainer and recording artist, Cardi B has conquered the reality TV world, is ruling over the recording industry, and now has set her sights on the spirits industry. Starco Brands has recently announced that their groundbreaking vodka-infused whipped cream, Whipshots has sold over two million cans since the product debuted in December 2021. The… Continue reading Cardi B’s Whipshots Sells Over 2 Million After 14 Months on the Market

The Roots’ Questlove And Black Thought Sued For Allegedly Bilking Millions From Late Group Member, Leonard Hubbard

The Roots’ Questlove And Black Thought Sued For Allegedly Bilking Millions From Late Group Member, Leonard Hubbard The two lead members of the hip-hop band, The Roots are being sued for allegedly defrauding a former deceased group member by his widow. According to The Philly Voice, Ahmir Thompson, better known as Questlove, and Tariq Trotter,… Continue reading The Roots’ Questlove And Black Thought Sued For Allegedly Bilking Millions From Late Group Member, Leonard Hubbard

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Introduces New Limited-Edition Flavor, Ciroc Honey Melon

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Introduces New Limited-Edition Flavor, Ciroc Honey Melon Smooth and full-bodied, the taste of CÎROC Honey Melon evokes the simple pleasures of the traditional country club experience but opens it up to a more inclusive generation.   CÎROC Honey Melon will reimagine the Country Club at Soho Desert House with lineup of DJs… Continue reading Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Introduces New Limited-Edition Flavor, Ciroc Honey Melon

Is Suge Knight Planning to Tell Life Story on Film?

For all of those people who have been wondering and anticipating the life story of the co-founder of Death Row Records, Suge Knight, well, you may not have to wait much longer. According to TMZ, Marion “Suge” Knight, the infamous label owner who was involved in the East Coast/West Coast battle that pitted rappers The… Continue reading Is Suge Knight Planning to Tell Life Story on Film?

50 Cent Inks Deal to Become Official Spirit Partner of the Minnesota Timberwolves

50 Cent Inks Deal to Become Official Spirit Partner of the Minnesota Timberwolves 50 Cent made his mark in the hip-hop game, has been making celebratory moves in the television industry, and is now setting his sights to make a dent in the sports world. The In Da Club recording artist and his liquor company,… Continue reading 50 Cent Inks Deal to Become Official Spirit Partner of the Minnesota Timberwolves

Questlove Slated to Direct Remake of Disney’s The Aristocats

Questlove Slated to Direct Remake of Disney’s The Aristocats Disney is going hip-hop! According to Deadline, The Roots drummer, Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson is slated to direct his first feature film when he takes the helm for the remake of the 1970 Disney movie The Aristocats. The news comes more than a year after Questlove took… Continue reading Questlove Slated to Direct Remake of Disney’s The Aristocats

Jay-Z Net Worth Almost Doubles From Last Year’s Total as It Rises to $2.5B

Jay-Z Net Worth Almost Doubles From Last Year’s Total as It Rises to $2.5B Kanye who? When Shawn Carter recited the lyrics, I’m a “business, man….” he had foresight into the future as Jay-Z as a business, is now worth $2.5 billion. Yes, according to Forbes, Jiggaman is now worth $2.5 billion. Amazingly, with that… Continue reading Jay-Z Net Worth Almost Doubles From Last Year’s Total as It Rises to $2.5B

Entrepreneur Rick Ross Launches Own Cannabis Strain Collins Ave

Rapper and entrepreneur Rick Ross is continuously building his empire. The Miami-bred lyricist now has a High Tolerance for cannabis and is introducing a new strain for weed connoisseurs. According to TMZ Hip Hop, Ross has collaborated with High Tolerance to bring to the public a cannabis strain named Collins Ave. “High Tolerance is the… Continue reading Entrepreneur Rick Ross Launches Own Cannabis Strain Collins Ave

Diddy and Family Reportedly Filming Reality Series for Hulu, Diddy + 7

Diddy and Family Reportedly Filming Reality Series for Hulu, Diddy + 7 We may be seeing more of Sean “Diddy” Combs and the rest of his family in our own home soon if the rumors are true. According to The New York Post, the business mogul is gearing up to showcase himself and his family… Continue reading Diddy and Family Reportedly Filming Reality Series for Hulu, Diddy + 7

103.5 The Beat Radio Personality, Papa Keith To Host 24-Hour Cease Fire and People Matter Fest

Papa Keith’s Annual People Matter Fest Is Set For March 18 At Traz Powell Stadium Miami-Dade County Cease Fire Campaign aims to challenge residents to put the guns down for 24 hours.  Attorney Big Al, Title Sponsor for 2023 Since its inception, anywhere hip-hop went, activism was never far behind. 103.5 The Beat’s host, Papa Keith, upholds this… Continue reading 103.5 The Beat Radio Personality, Papa Keith To Host 24-Hour Cease Fire and People Matter Fest

Flo Rida To Launch Energy Drink Through New Venture, JettSet1 to Compete Against the Energy Drink Company That Awarded Him $83M

Flo Rida To Launch Energy Drink Through New Venture, JettSet1 to Compete Against the Energy Drink Company That Awarded Him $83M Flo Rida was a paid sponsor with Celsius Energy Drinks until he sued the energy drink company for not honoring the terms of the contract he signed. Earlier this year, he was awarded $82.6… Continue reading Flo Rida To Launch Energy Drink Through New Venture, JettSet1 to Compete Against the Energy Drink Company That Awarded Him $83M

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is Interested in Purchasing a Majority Stake in BET

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is Interested in Purchasing a Majority Stake in BET With the recent reporting of Paramount possibly fielding offers to buy a majority stake in BET Networks, Tyler Perry‘s name emerged as a potential buyer. After gaining the interest of other Black executives (Byron Allen and Group Black), another Black power player has… Continue reading Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is Interested in Purchasing a Majority Stake in BET

Juvenile Debuts New Flavored Beer, Juvie Juice

Juvenile Debuts New Flavored Beer, Juvie Juice Ha! New Orleans recording artist, Juvenile had to Back That Azz Up and collaborate with Urban South Brewery to introduce a new beer. According to WGNO, Terius Gray, who we know as Juvenile has partnered with a local brewery to release a new beer that they call, Juvie… Continue reading Juvenile Debuts New Flavored Beer, Juvie Juice

50 Cent Returns to Music With Nas on Upcoming ‘King’s Disease 4’ While Working With Dr. Dre on New Album

Two kings from Queens, 50 Cent and Nas are set to collaborate on a future project. In an exclusive interview with Billboard magazine, Power executive producer and hip-hop recording artist, 50 Cent acknowledged that he will be teaming up with God’s Son, the Stillmatic rapper, Nas. The two, who both hail from the borough of… Continue reading 50 Cent Returns to Music With Nas on Upcoming ‘King’s Disease 4’ While Working With Dr. Dre on New Album

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