A silly little rumor started floating around over the weekend stating Tekashi 6ix9ine had possibly signed a management deal with Roc Nation. But, RealStreetRadio can confirm there’s absolutely zero truth to the claim. It all started after some zealous fans spotted a member of the video crew wearing a Roc Nation hat in 6ix9ine’s new “GOOBA” […]
Erykah Badu and Jill Scott’s Instagram Live battle got underway on Saturday (May 9) at 7 p.m. EST — but it wasn’t a battle at all. Instead, it was more like two good friends simply playing their favorite cuts as over 700,000 people watched. Ms. Badu shared a bevy of classics — from “Appletree” and […]
Andre Harrell, a veteran record executive and founder of the influential hip hop label Uptown Records, has died at the age of 59. His death was first announced on DJ D-Nice’s daily Instagram Live party and later confirmed by the CEO of the music television network REVOLT, where Harrell served as vice-chairman. “Andre’s impact on […]
Tekashi 6ix9ine is plotting his rap return at 3 p.m. EST on Friday (May 8). Hours before the (oddly) highly anticipated event, Meek Mill isn’t holding back about his feelings toward the government’s former star witness. In a series of tweets, the Dreamchasers boss laid into 6ix9ine and compared him to Nipsey Hussle’s alleged killer […]
Now’s not the best time to end up in the hospital for any reason. That said, we’re grateful that Brian May hasn’t tested positive for the coronavirus right now. But we are sorry that the Queen guitarist, who was staying at home and minding his business, has “managed to rip my Gluteus Maximus to shreds […]
Freddie Gibbs and Madlib have surfaced with a new project called The Diamond Mine Sessions, an Amazon Music exclusive. Recorded at the legendary Diamond Mine Studios in Queens, the three-track effort features the musical stylings of funk/soul band El Michels Affair and fresh interpretations of Bandana cuts “Palmolive,” “Gat Damn” and “Freestyle Shit.” “Madlib is the greatest […]
Miami, FL – Trina has zero interest in battling Khia, dismissing the “My Neck, My Back” creator as not in her league. After Khia said she would dominate the gold-selling rapper in an Instagram Live battle, Trina issued a fiery response on Miami radio station 99 Jamz. “I’m a queen; this is called royalty over […]
Queensbridge, NY – Police were reportedly called to Queensbridge Park on Tuesday (May 5) after dozens of people had gathered to honor the late Kiing Shooter. According to The New York Post, the NYPD responded to the call around 2 p.m. local time and discovered a crowd of roughly 50 people. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, […]
Kiing Shooter was on the verge of a promising career, but his life was cut unfairly short on Tuesday (May 5) when he passed away at the age of 24. The Queensbridge rapper, who is currently signed to the Mass Appeal offshoot Street Dreams Records, was hospitalized with liver problems last month. Although his official […]
It took only 40 minutes for Tekashi 6ix9ine to rack up over 460,000 likes on his first official Instagram post since 2018. On Tuesday (May 5), the controversial Brooklyn rapper shared a post with his 15.3 million followers that read simply, “IM GOING LIVE FRIDAY 3:00 PM EST.” “Lets get this party started,” he wrote […]
Kiing Shooter, who is currently signed to Nas and Jungle’s Mass Appeal offshoot Street Dream Records, has reportedly died. According to fellow Hip Hop artist Big Twins, the Queensbridge native passed away from COVID-19, which he allegedly contracted while hospitalized for liver problems. “Kiing Shooter was one of the new guys coming up in Queensbridge,” […]
Afrobeat pioneer Tony Allen — Fela Kuti’s drummer for roughly 15 years — passed away at the age of 79 on April 30 after suffering an aortic aneurysm. Now, the Gorillaz are paying tribute to the late African legend with a new single called “How Far?” featuring vocals from U.K. rapper Skepta and Allen himself. […]
No less than 24 hours after 50 Cent suggested he would rather face Snoop Dogg than Ja Rule in an Instagram battle, the Hollis, Queens rapper has responded. Down in the comment section of Big Boy’s Instagram post regarding the battle, the “Always On Time” artist took a moment to reflect on 50’s response. “He […]
No less than 24 hours after 50 Cent suggested he would rather face Snoop Dogg than Ja Rule in an Instagram battle, the Hollis, Queens rapper has responded. Down in the comment section of Big Boy’s Instagram post regarding the battle, the “Always On Time” artist took a moment to reflect on 50’s response. “He […]
JoJo wasn’t expecting to compete with Drake when she dropped her Good To Know album on Friday (May 1). But Drizzy threw her — and everyone else putting out projects this week — for a loop with the surprise release of his Dark Lane Demo Tapes. The R&B singer reacted by tweeting “Damn Drake” when […]
Beyoncé and Megan Thee Stallion are getting the hometown royalty treatment. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner plans to award the women with a day in their honor on the strength of the “Savage (Remix).” “#Htown’s @Beyonce & @theestallion dropped a new remix that is just #Savage,” he tweeted on Wednesday (April 29). “Because of both artists contributions to uplifting our […]
King of corny lyrics, Drake, dropped a whole mixtape full of them Friday, securing his claim on the throne. Drake started out this quarantine with a son reveal and an Architectural Digest mansion tour. Now, he further requests your attention with Dark Lane Demo Tapes, a mixtape featuring recent releases “Toosie Slide,” “Desires,” and “Chicago […]
In this, a time when we should be celebrating four queens — Beyoncé, Megan Thee Stallion, Nicki Minaj, and Doja Cat — dropping music one after another, clues are pointing toward an unprecedented Beyoncé–Nicki Minaj feud. At the end of her remix of Doja Cat’s “Say So,” Minaj ethers someone so savagely, it’s like she thought […]
While fans were clamoring for an Instagram Live battle between Lauryn Hill and Erykah Badu, Swizz Beatz and Timbaland were apparently plotting another matchup. On Friday (May 1), Swizz announced a Verzuz battle between Ms. Jill Scott and Ms. Badu is scheduled for Saturday (May 9) at 7 p.m. EST. “It’s time for the Queens […]
Lil Baby has added six songs to his sophomore album My Turn for a new deluxe edition. The original version of the LP featured 20 tracks and was released in February Quality Control Music/Motown Records. My Turn was already the highest-charting album of Lil Baby’s career. The LP debuted at No. 1, becoming his first project to […]
This is something new. The “Savage” challenge, part two, featuring the Queen Bey. And this time, we gonna get funky. Beyoncé and Megan Thee Stallion’s “Savage” remix already has the world twerking in the mirror, but in case you need some more intricate dance moves, Keara Wilson, the creator of the original “Savage” dance, has […]
LOS ANGELES, CA – Coi Leray has recruited fellow Jersey native Fetty Wap for her latest single, “Better Days.” The Nash B and Wymtime-produced track was released on Wednesday (April 29), and is set to live on an EP that Coi is working on with a projected summer release. After recording the song on her […]
A new biopic depicting the life and times of the legendary Janet Jackson may be on the way. According to a report from The Jasmine Brand on Tuesday (April 28), the film about Ms. Jackson “is being finalized” and auditions have already started! As expected, however, things have been temporarily paused due to the coronavirus. […]
On this unsuspecting Wednesday afternoon, Beyoncé and Megan Thee Stallion blessed us with a “Savage” remix with so much flavor … so much taste … a chef’s kiss frankly isn’t enough. Beyoncé Thee Rapper once again talked her talk with corny lyrics, instantly memorable T-shirt-worthy one-liners, and a friendly reminder that she, like Meg, is […]
What’s Beyoncé’s Finsta? She’s been too quiet on main. She’s only popped up on Instagram a few times this year, to show off her New Years fits, to honor Kobe and Gianna Bryant, to advertise her Ivy Park line, to plug Kelly Rowland’s latest single, to catch fans up on her Disney Family Singalong spot, […]
Give our regards to the city of Houston: Queen Bey has joined Megan Thee Stallion on a remix of her viral single “Savage.” The rare feature from Beyoncé comes after Megan signed to Jay-Z’s label Roc Nation for management amid a disagreement with her current label 1501 Entertainment about the release of her recent EP […]
Tekashi 6ix9ine is apparently intent on making his rap comeback. On Wednesday (April 29), DJ Akademiks hit Twitter and claimed Judge Paul A. Engelmayer had signed an order allowing the controversial rapper to make videos in his backyard and record new music in a home studio. “Breaking,” the tweet began. “Judge signs off order to […]
It’s not every day Beyoncé wishes someone a happy birthday but on Tuesday (April 27), Lizzo was the rare recipient of a special birthday greeting from the pop superstar. Unsurprisingly, Lizzo couldn’t contain her enthusiasm and quickly shared the moment with her 8.6 million Instagram followers. She mentioned in the caption the Destiny Child’s singer […]
As the coronavirus pandemic continues its destructive path across the globe, celebrities are finding ways to help combat the crisis. On Wednesday (April 29), Megan Thee Stallion and Beyoncé shared a visual for the “Savage (Remix),” with all proceeds going to their hometown of Houston, Texas through The Bread of Life, Inc. non-profit. During Beyoncé’s […]
Long Island, NY – Former Das Racist rapper Heems, born Himanshu Suri, is mourning the loss of his father Gireesh Kumar Suri who passed away earlier this month. According to CNN, the 67-year-old died at Excel at Woodbury for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Long Island, another victim of the coronavirus. Heems shared his grief on Instagram, posting […]