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Doug Rasheed celebrates 30 years of Coolio’s ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’ + and its ‘everlasting’ legacy

Wednesday, August 20 by ABC News

Coolio's "Gangsta's Paradise" celebrates its milestone anniversary in 2025, marking 30 years since producer Doug Rasheed made the haunting beat. He'd been competing against his friend Paul Stewart to find the dopest sample in their respective catalogs and intentionally pulled out Stevie Wonder's "Pastime Paradise.""That... Read More.

Teyana Taylor, Issa Rae promote ‘Escape Room’ with Better Be Nice TikTok trend

Tuesday, August 19 by ABC News

Teyana Taylor may be recovering from vocal cord surgery, but that doesn't stop the show. In an Instagram post promoting her upcoming album, she and Issa Rae take on the viral Better Be Nice TikTok trend, with Issa imploring fans... Read More.

BigXthaPlug shouts out Beyoncé for cosign on Cowboy Carter Tour: ‘I’m a part of the BeyHive now’

Tuesday, August 19 by ABC News

BigXthaPlug appreciates Beyoncé making his song "The Largest" part of her Cowboy Carter Tour. He spoke to Complex about what it meant for him to get a cosign from Queen Bey.“Beyoncé [is a] Texas legend,” he said. “I thought I would get a... Read More.

JID announces tour supporting latest album, ‘God Does Like Ugly’

Tuesday, August 19 by ABC News

According to JID, God not only likes ugly, he likes paradise and world tours, too. It's why JID has announced a global trek that will take him throughout North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand in support of his latest album, God Does Like Ugly.The God... Read More.

Doechii withdraws from two major UK festivals

Tuesday, August 19 by ABC News

Doechii has pulled out of two major festivals taking place in England on Saturday and Sunday. The All Points East and Forwards festivals shared the news Tuesday morning in statements posted to social media.“We’re very sorry to announce that Doechii will no longer be performing at her upcoming... Read More.

ICYMI: Paul Wall, Tamika of Xscape and more

Tuesday, August 19 by ABC News

Paul Wall and Gracie reunited in Houston Sunday at the Gracie's Global Adventure Tour. "I wanna send big love and thanks to Gracie’s Corner for bringing me out for her 2 concerts in Houston, Texas today," Paul wrote. "We had... Read More.

Jeezy serves as mentor for Young CEOs program in Atlanta

Tuesday, August 19 by ABC News

Although he's busy on his current tour, Jeezy has carved out time to give back to the youth. Together with the Urban League of Greater Atlanta and Atlanta Housing, he's been pitching in with the 12-week Young CEOs program, serving as a mentor to aspiring entrepreneurs who are... Read More.

Music Notes: Gunna, Lil Baby, Drake and more

Monday, August 18 by ABC News

Gunna's The Last Wun debuted in the top 10 of the Billboard 200, according to Billboard. With 80,000 equivalent album units earned, it's secured the #3 spot, becoming his seventh top-10 effort on the chart. Of that total, 79,000 units came from streaming,... Read More.

Jeezy teams with Eastside Gulf for limited-edition golf merch

Monday, August 18 by ABC News

Jeezy has partnered with lifestyle golf brand Eastside Golf for a limited-edition collection that brings hip-hop culture to golf attire. The goal, according to a press release, is to appeal to younger audiences while addressing the sport's diversity challenges."Golf has always been about precision, strategy, and... Read More.

Joey Bada$$ announces ‘Dark Aura’ music video and tour

Monday, August 18 by ABC News

It feels like a dark aura for Joey Bada$$, who has just released a brand-new music video.The visual for "Dark Aura" begins with Joey counting money at a desk, before the camera pans over to watch as he gets dressed for a night... Read More.

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