Category: The Business of Hip Hop

Megan Thee Stallion’s ‘Savage Remix’ ft. Beyoncé Hits #1 On Billboard’s Hot 100 Chart ​  

Megan Thee Stallion has today achieved another huge career milestone in what is already her most important year yet, with her single “Savage Remix” featuring Beyoncé reaching #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This is following on from the news that the track has also officially reached #1 at US Rhythmic radio, alongside its… Continue reading Megan Thee Stallion’s ‘Savage Remix’ ft. Beyoncé Hits #1 On Billboard’s Hot 100 Chart ​  

Chanel Rae Pettaway: ‘No Matter What You Want to Do in Life, You Have to Learn Your Craft Before You Can Master It’

The music industry is known to chew and spit out people who lack the vision and/or staying power needed to ride the ever-changing waves. But, if you have a creative mindset and can adapt to the many trends and flows of the game, you tend to stick around and add to your success. Entrepreneur Chanel… Continue reading Chanel Rae Pettaway: ‘No Matter What You Want to Do in Life, You Have to Learn Your Craft Before You Can Master It’

Questlove’s Potluck Debuts May 28th on Food Network

Questlove, musician, producer, author, food entrepreneur, and philanthropist will host Questlove’s Potluck for Food Network, it was announced today by Food Network President, Courtney White. Supporting America’s Food Fund, the fundraising initiative launched by Leonardo DiCaprio and Laurene Powell Jobs, the special will have Questlove virtually bringing together some of his friends, who are all… Continue reading Questlove’s Potluck Debuts May 28th on Food Network

Kid Cudi and Virgil Abloh Release ‘Pulling Strings’ T-Shirt as Kid Cudi Returns With New Single, ‘Leader of the Delinquents’

To celebrate the release of Kid Cudi’s first solo track since December 2016, he has partnered with long time creative director, Off-White founder and Louis Vuitton Men’s Artistic Director Virgil Abloh, on an exclusive t-shirt available on shop.kidcudi.com now for a very limited time. The shirt which features a sketch from Abloh, references an iconic Kid Cudi moment that… Continue reading Kid Cudi and Virgil Abloh Release ‘Pulling Strings’ T-Shirt as Kid Cudi Returns With New Single, ‘Leader of the Delinquents’

Nightlife Star Mike Jay Drops Surprise Album, The Chocolate Bunny

Click Here to Listen to ‘The Chocolate Bunny’ on Apple Music Click Here to Listen to ‘The Chocolate Bunny’ on Spotify (LOS ANGELES, CA ) May 18, 2020 – A key player in L.A.’s world-famous nightlife scene, Mike Jay has BEEN living the lifestyle that most rappers aspire to. Despite his years throwing some of… Continue reading Nightlife Star Mike Jay Drops Surprise Album, The Chocolate Bunny

YWCA Northern New Jersey Chapter Enlists Celebrity DJ’s for Annual Fundraiser

YWCA Northern New Jersey (YWCANNJ) is excited to invite the community to our Virtual Dance Party: Dancing through the Decades, which takes place from 8:00-9:00 PM ET on May 19, 20, and 21. Our live 3-day party will be hosted each night by a different celebrity DJ on their Instagram and YWCANNJ’s Instragram Live (@ywcannj).… Continue reading YWCA Northern New Jersey Chapter Enlists Celebrity DJ’s for Annual Fundraiser

Bay Area Hip-Hop Artist Jwalt Debuts Mini-Documentary A Day with Yours Truly

Bay Area hip-hop artist Jwalt debuts his mini-documentary A Day with Yours Truly ahead of the release of his debut album Yours Truly which releases on May 15th. The documentary includes cameos by rappers Too Short, Dave East, Raekwon The Chef, Method Man, and Ghostface Killah.   Jwalt is an 18-year-old rapper, songwriter, poet who… Continue reading Bay Area Hip-Hop Artist Jwalt Debuts Mini-Documentary A Day with Yours Truly

Kordoroy Floyd Releases New EP ‘Kordo 2’

Critical acclaim for Kordoroy Floyd: “This release a perfect offering of his raw talent, unique story telling, and creativity which is felt throughout.” – RESPECT “Through his music, one can hear the hunger for success in his voice and the love for his art through his expression.” – Earmilk “… lyrical talents and razor-sharp delivery”… Continue reading Kordoroy Floyd Releases New EP ‘Kordo 2’

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Launches ‘Our Fair Share’

Entrepreneur and Media Mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs today launched OURFAIRSHARE.com, a platform built to help minority entrepreneurs and small businesses access much-needed capital amid the economic devastation brought by COVID-19. The initial round of Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP) dollars disproportionately went to those with the right connections, rather than the greatest needs, Our Fair Share… Continue reading Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Launches ‘Our Fair Share’

Viola Releases Limited Edition Capsule Collection with T.I. And AKOO Clothing In Celebration Of 4/20

The nation’s leading premium quality cannabis brand rooted in purpose and founded by NBA veteran Al Harrington, Viola, announced today the launch of its fashion collaboration with rapper T.I.’s apparel line, AKOO Clothing. The “420 capsule collection” commemorates the nationwide cultural cannabis moment, 4/20, while giving back to those who have been affected the most… Continue reading Viola Releases Limited Edition Capsule Collection with T.I. And AKOO Clothing In Celebration Of 4/20

19 Crimes Announces Partnership with Snoop Dogg

19 Crimes, the first winery that used augmented reality to bring their labels to life, continues to disrupt the market and announced a multi-year partnership with Entertainment Icon, Snoop Dogg. Snoop Dogg kicks off the partnership with 19 Crimes first California wine, appropriately named ‘Snoop Cali Red’, which will be available in stores summer 2020.… Continue reading 19 Crimes Announces Partnership with Snoop Dogg

Hip Hop Public Health Launches 20 Seconds or More Initiative to Encourage Hand Washing and Other Safety Protocols

Hip Hop Public Health (HHPH) the national nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering positive health behavior change through the power of hip hop music since 2005, today launched 20 Seconds or More, a new initiative to encourage hand washing and other safety protocols among the nation’s youth. The focal point of 20 Seconds or More is a… Continue reading Hip Hop Public Health Launches 20 Seconds or More Initiative to Encourage Hand Washing and Other Safety Protocols

Doug E. Fresh and Anthony Hamilton Partner with Novant Health

Novant Health has announced its collaboration with beatboxing legend Doug E. Fresh and Grammy-award winning artist Anthony Hamilton to spread important messaging about how to stay safe and healthy during the coronavirus pandemic. The songs, which are accompanied by videos that have been posted on both artists’ social media platforms, cover the main themes of… Continue reading Doug E. Fresh and Anthony Hamilton Partner with Novant Health

BANDHUNTA IZZY RELEASES NEW EP ‘INVITE ONLY’

STREAM INVITE ONLY “Bandhunta Izzy has been one of [Baltimore’s] most promising artists…” – Noisey FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 10, 2020 (Atlanta, GA) – Having already caught the attention of hip-hop veteran 50 Cent, who co-signed his “How to Rob” rendition, Kevin Gates who praised his viral #sobrooklynchallenge, as well as fans across the globe, Baltimore’s own… Continue reading BANDHUNTA IZZY RELEASES NEW EP ‘INVITE ONLY’

Ice Cube To Create Custom T-Shirts And Donate Proceeds To Hospitals Fighting Coronavirus

As the country and world continue to come together to fight against COVID-19, Ice Cube announced today the creation of special “Check Yo Self Before You Wreck Yo Self” t-shirts utilizing his famous lyrics as a perfect microcosm for how we all need to act – nobody is immune and we all need to protect each other. All net… Continue reading Ice Cube To Create Custom T-Shirts And Donate Proceeds To Hospitals Fighting Coronavirus

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