Category: The Business of Hip Hop

Nike Delays Release of The Nike x Travis Scott Air Max 27 Due to Astroworld Incident

The latest setback for entertainer and businessman Travis Scott after the tragic incident that happened at his Astroworld festival in Houston, TX involves footwear giant Nike. According to NBC News, Nike has announced that it is delaying the release of a sneaker that was a collective collaboration between the sports apparel company and Scott. The… Continue reading Nike Delays Release of The Nike x Travis Scott Air Max 27 Due to Astroworld Incident

Wu-Tang’s Raekwon Wine Licataa Lambrusco Becomes Part Of Kentucky’s First Black Owned Distributor Legacy Wine and Spirits Portfolio

Wu-Tang’s Raekwon Wine Licataa Lambrusco Becomes Part Of Kentucky’s First Black Owned Distributor Legacy Wine and Spirits Portfolio Next Level: Legacy Wine & Spirits Kentucky’s first black owned premium wine & spirits distribution company brings Raekwon‘s Licataa Lambrusco wine to Kentucky. Before obtaining their distribution license, the Louisville natives, who have been best friends since meeting in the… Continue reading Wu-Tang’s Raekwon Wine Licataa Lambrusco Becomes Part Of Kentucky’s First Black Owned Distributor Legacy Wine and Spirits Portfolio

DJ Khaled Launches Another Wing

DJ Khaled Launches Another Wing DJ Khaled has “Another One” for you but this time it’s chicken wings he’s cooking up! REEF, which is the world’s largest operator of virtual restaurants has recently announced that it has struck up a partnership with Grammy-winning artist and record producer DJ Khaled. They have come together to set… Continue reading DJ Khaled Launches Another Wing

US Congress Declares November ‘National Hip Hop History Month’

Hip Hop gains another achievement! The Universal Hip Hop Museum (UHHM) has announced that Congress has declared November National Hip Hop History Month. The United States is celebrating the inaugural observance of National Hip Hop History Month. The Universal Hip Hop Museum is launching a campaign, “KNOW YA HIP HOP,” to celebrate the 117th U.S.… Continue reading US Congress Declares November ‘National Hip Hop History Month’

5 Questions With… Da Major

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5 Questions With… Da Major What inspired your latest single Vision? What inspired the song vision was my ability to have a vision and see it through. I wanted to deliver an important message while at the same time creating something that could be played in the clubs. Being from South Carolina, how did growing… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Da Major

FROM STAIRCASE TO STAGE: The Story of Raekwon and the Wu-Tang Clan- November 30

FROM STAIRCASE TO STAGE: The Story of Raekwon and the Wu-Tang Clan- November 30 Legendary wordsmith Raekwon the Chef opens up about his journey from the staircases of Park Hill in Staten Island to sold-out stadiums around the world with Wu-Tang Clan in this revealing memoir—perfect for fans of The Autobiography of Gucci Mane and… Continue reading FROM STAIRCASE TO STAGE: The Story of Raekwon and the Wu-Tang Clan- November 30

Young Thug Earns His Second #1 Album of 2021 with PUNK

MULTI PLATINUM GRAMMY AWARD WINNING ARTIST  YOUNG THUG  EARNS HIS SECOND NO.1 ALBUM OF 2021 AS PUNK TOPS THE BILLBOARD 200 ALBUMS CHART – LISTEN TO PUNK HERE – PUNK is Thug’s Second #1 Album of 2021, Following the Release of Slime Language 2 in April (Monday, October 25th 2021) –– In an unstoppable run this year,… Continue reading Young Thug Earns His Second #1 Album of 2021 with PUNK

Von Dutch Teams Up with Young Thug for Custom Streetwear Collection

Today, Hollywood heritage brand, Von Dutch, is proud to announce its first-ever apparel collection with GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Young Thug, one of the most influential musical figures of his generation. Fresh off the heels of his highly anticipated Punk album which debuted last week, Young Thug sits at the center of pop culture and has… Continue reading Von Dutch Teams Up with Young Thug for Custom Streetwear Collection

Megan Thee Stallion Becomes a Popeyes Franchise Owner and Announces the ‘Hottie Sauce’ and Merchandise

The locomotive known as Megan Thee Stallion has become a runaway train! The Houston, Texas rapper has entered the restaurant business as a Popeyes franchise owner and business partner along with having her own merchandise! Popeyes has announced a HOT collaboration with Grammy Award-winning musician, entrepreneur, and now Popeyes franchise owner, Megan Thee Stallion.  The… Continue reading Megan Thee Stallion Becomes a Popeyes Franchise Owner and Announces the ‘Hottie Sauce’ and Merchandise

Nas Partners With MasterClass to Teach the Art of Hip-Hop Storytelling

Nas Partners With MasterClass to Teach the Art of Hip-Hop Storytelling One of the most esteemed Hip-Hop storytellers is about to allow you to see the process of how he creates hit songs. Nasir Jones, better known as Nas is doing a MasterClass for aspiring storytellers. The educational platform, MasterClass has recently announced that Nas… Continue reading Nas Partners With MasterClass to Teach the Art of Hip-Hop Storytelling

Interscope Records Partners With Neil Dominique’s #JUSTAREGULARLABEL

Interscope Records Partners With Neil Dominique’s #JUSTAREGULARLABEL Interscope Records announced today that it has partnered with Neil Dominique’s #JUSTAREGULARLABEL. The first release under the new deal is from rising singer/rapper/songwriter Ryan Trey whose EP A 64 East Saga was released on Friday.  The label is also set to release new material from Brooklyn-born neo-soul singer Nia Sultana later this month.   “Neil has… Continue reading Interscope Records Partners With Neil Dominique’s #JUSTAREGULARLABEL

Jeezy Partners With French Brand Naud Spirits

Jeezy Partners With French Brand Naud Spirits One of France’s Most Beloved Spirits Producers Teams Up with Entertainment Icon, Entrepreneur and Former Avion Tastemaker Jeezy to Grow U.S. Marketing Strategy   Atlanta, GA (September 28, 2021) – Today, Grammy-nominated artist, entrepreneur, philanthropist and media multihyphenate Jay “Jeezy” Jenkins officially announced a new partnership with leading  liquor… Continue reading Jeezy Partners With French Brand Naud Spirits

Timbaland Creates Beatclub to Help Musicians Connect With Industry Professionals

Timbaland Creates Beatclub to Help Musicians Connect With Industry Professionals The business of Hip Hop has been growing and it continues to create new entities that will utilize the culture that was literally built from nothing. The great thing about it is that now more creators and people involved in the culture are benefitting. Verzuz… Continue reading Timbaland Creates Beatclub to Help Musicians Connect With Industry Professionals

The Fugees Reunite For International Reunion Tour to Celebrate 25th Anniversary of ‘The Score’

“Ready or Not” The Fugees are reuniting! In anticipation of the 25th anniversary of The Fugees’ debut album, “The Score,” the original members of the group WILL be performing together as they embark on an international reunion tour. According to Live Nation, the group which consists of Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean, and Pras Michel will… Continue reading The Fugees Reunite For International Reunion Tour to Celebrate 25th Anniversary of ‘The Score’

Could Jay-Z Become First Black NFL Owner?

It appears that Jay-Z is looking to get back into the sports world as a team owner as he may have to battle one of his friends who happens to be the richest man in the world currently. According to Front Office Sports, the Hip-Hop billionaire may become a potential buyer of an NFL (National… Continue reading Could Jay-Z Become First Black NFL Owner?

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