Category: Hip Hop

Sugarhill Gang marked a major milestone in Hip-Hop history with the release of a new remix of their genre-defining anthem “Rapper’s Delight” and an upcoming vinyl collection, reigniting the legacy of the song that helped launch rap into the mainstream.

The new remix, crafted by acclaimed producers Greg Wilson and Ché, landed Friday (September 26) on a double-sided 12-inch record. Side A features the original 14-minute version of the 1979 classic, while Side B introduces a reimagined take by the veteran remix duo. Wilson, known for his work with Grace Jones, The XX and Missy Elliott, brings a fresh spin to the track that has influenced generations.

Alongside the remix, The Sugarhill Gang will release a curated vinyl album titled The Essential Cuts on October 17. Pressed on Zoetrope vinyl for the first time, the seven-track LP includes “Apache (Jump On It),” “8th Wonder” and two DJ edits of “Rapper’s Delight.” The full collection will also be available across all digital streaming platforms.

“Rapper’s Delight,” which has been sampled more than 215 times, remains one of the most pivotal songs in Hip-Hop’s evolution. Its impact has stretched across decades, inspiring artists like JAY-Z, Nas, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg and Run-DMC. The track introduced a wider audience to the rhythmic storytelling, lyrical play and beat-driven style that would define the genre.

The tracklist for The Essential Cuts includes:

Vinyl Album
Side A

1. Rapper’s Delight (7:07 version)
2. Apache – Jump On It
3. 8th Wonder

Side B

1. Rapper’s Delight (Greg Wilson & Ché remix)
2. Kick it Live from 9 to 5
3. Livin’ in the Fast Lane
4. The Lover In You

Digital Album

1. Rapper’s Delight (7:07 version)
2. Apache – Jump On It
3. 8th Wonder
4. Rapper’s Delight (Greg Wilson & Ché remix)
5. Kick it Live from 9 to 5
6. Livin’ in the Fast Lane
7. The Lover In You

In another nod to the song’s enduring influence, The Sugarhill Gang also dropped a new animated video for “Rapper’s Delight,” which blends colorful visuals with the original beat, capturing the era’s energy and the spirit of early Hip-Hop. The animation pays tribute to the late ’70s and early ’80s, immersing viewers in the cultural moment that birthed the genre.

“Rapper’s Delight” continues to resonate with both longtime listeners and new audiences. The song’s legacy was recently reflected on by New York Times columnist Charles Blow, who wrote, “It sounded revolutionary, even when I was a child…and it was. It was fierce and fun, simultaneously foreign and familiar. We gathered around it on the gym bleachers, pencils in hand, furiously stopping and starting the tape so that we could transcribe the lyrics in our notebooks.”

Find the remix below.

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Young Thug used an Instagram livestream to deliver a passionate message about transformation and healing, marking what he called the end of his YSL chapter and the beginning of a new path forward.

The Atlanta rapper spoke directly to his audience with uncooked emotion and clarity, urging people not to let their past define them.

“Don’t let nobody tell you that you’re not good enough, you’re not smart enough,” he said. “Don’t let nobody make you feel like your mistakes define who you are.”

The livestream served as a personal sermon, with Young Thug reflecting on hardship, loyalty and self-worth.

“Don’t never let a hard time humble you ever in life, bro,” he said. “If you’re a king, be a king. If you’re a queen, be a queen.”

He emphasized the importance of self-prioritization and warned against blind loyalty. “Don’t publicly stand up for people and do certain things unless you know 100% before you do it that a person will do the same for you,” he said.

Young Thug with some words via IG Live

“I think that we gotta be happy because we only got so long on this Earth.” pic.twitter.com/pMKxL0vBFR

— Kurrco (@Kurrco) September 28, 2025

The message came just months after Thug walked out of jail following a high-profile racketeering case in Georgia. Prosecutors accused him and others of operating a violent gang under the guise of a record label, YSL Records.

He pleaded guilty to six charges, including drug and firearm possession, and entered a no-contest plea to gang and racketeering charges.

Thugger was sentenced to 40 years, with five years to be served in prison. After spending over 900 days behind bars, he was released and placed on 15 years’ probation.

The sweeping trial, which initially involved 28 defendants, dwindled in size as several co-defendants accepted plea deals. Despite prosecutors’ efforts, no murder convictions were secured.

In the livestream, Thug made it clear he’s ready to turn the page.

“That chapter’s closed, I’m done,” he said. “I’m going to be better, you know. I want to be a better man to my lady and, you know, my kids, my family, the few friends I do got, man. I just want to be a better partner, man, I want to be better with life.”

The speech coincides with the release of his fourth studio album, UY Scuti, which dropped on September 26, 2025.

The project features appearances from Future, 21 Savage, Cardi B, Travis Scott and Mariah the Scientist, with production from Metro Boomin and London on Da Track.

Reactions to the album have been mixed. Some critics praised its emotional weight, especially tracks like “Sad Slime,” while others questioned whether his creative spark has dimmed.

The album’s cover, which shows a white version of Thug, has also drawn criticism and sparked debate online.

Young Thug’s livestream ended with a hopeful note.

“This is a good life. God gave us this beautiful earth and I think that we have to be happy because we only got so long on this earth,” he said. “And just be better. Every day get better. Peace, man.”

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Bad Bunny will lead the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show in Santa Clara, bringing Latin music center stage at Levi’s Stadium on February 8.

The NFL made the announcement during halftime of Sunday Night Football, confirming the Puerto Rican hitmaker as the headliner for Apple Music’s fourth consecutive year as sponsor.

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This marks Bad Bunny’s second Super Bowl appearance following his 2020 cameo alongside Jennifer Lopez and Shakira.

“What I’m feeling goes beyond myself,” Bad Bunny said in a statement. “It’s for those who came before me and ran countless yards so I could come in and score a touchdown… this is for my people, my culture and our history.”

He added in Spanish, “Go tell your grandma we’re going to be the SUPER BOWL HALFTIME SHOW.”

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The chart-topping artist’s most recent album, Debí Tirar Más Fotos, dropped in January and debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, his fourth to do so, and became the highest-charting Spanish-language album in Billboard 200 history.

JAY-Z, whose Roc Nation has overseen the halftime show since 2019, praised the selection. “What Benito has done and continues to do for Puerto Rico is truly inspiring,” he said. “We are honored to have him on the world’s biggest stage.”

Bad Bunny’s resume includes four No. 1 albums, 113 entries on the Billboard Hot 100, 15 of which reached the top 10, and a trophy case featuring three Grammy Awards and 12 Latin Grammy Awards.

His influence also extends to streaming, where he was Spotify’s most-played artist worldwide for three straight years from 2020 to 2022.

The announcement follows Kendrick Lamar‘s record-setting 2025 Super Bowl performance, which pulled in 133.5 million viewers, making it the most-watched halftime show ever, according to NBC News.

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Nicki Minaj dropped jaws and raised eyebrows Sunday with a surreal social media stunt aimed squarely at JAY-Z, teasing her next album with a cryptic image.

In a now-deleted post shared on Sunday (September 28), Minaj unveiled an AI-generated photo of Roc Nation CEO Desiree Perez riding a camel—its head replaced with JAY-Z’s face. Standing beside the bizarre image, Minaj posed holding a sign that read “3.27.26,” signaling a March 27, 2026, release date for her upcoming album.

| Nicki with a Post/Delete a meme depicting Jay Z as a Camel with a depiction of Desiree Perez on the camel ( which is disrespectful btw)

Thoughts ?#opinionatedtruthspodcast @realJNolan @JoeBudden @JBTVCommunity @Micah_W17 @GOSSIPOFTHCITY @TheeMxlibu @ItsMeTheDrama… pic.twitter.com/qvGfAimROF

— OPINIONATED_TRUTHS_PODCAST (@O_Truths) September 28, 2025

She also revealed the title of the album’s opening track in a follow-up post.

“The straw that broke the camel’s back,” a phrase often used to describe a breaking point. The title also appears to reference a long-standing jab at JAY-Z, who has been mocked with camel comparisons in online circles for years.

“I’ll unlock number 2 next week. Surprises for lots & lots of ppl. They have no clue,” Minaj wrote, adding a detective emoji to keep the mystery alive.

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The post fueled speculation that she’s launching a serialized album rollout, following her recent cryptic tease, with more reveals to come.

Minaj later deleted the tweet and appeared to backtrack, writing, “Did someone hack my twitter? I posted the swivel chair gif & retweeted stats. Love you guys so much. God save the Barbz. For we wrestle not against flesh & blood but against principalities & power…against spiritual wickedness in high places…God is in control.”

The post came amid lingering tension between Minaj and JAY-Z, which stems from the NFL’s decision to book Kendrick Lamar for the 2024 Super Bowl halftime show in New Orleans instead of Lil Wayne.

The announcement of her next album comes on the heels of the success of Pink Friday 2, which dropped in 2024.

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A woman checks into her Florida Airbnb thinking she and her travel companion will be alone. When she arrives, the situation is more complicated than she initially expected.

TikTok user Val (@itsvaleriexx) and a friend traveled to Tampa last week to see the band My Chemical Romance live in concert. 

She reveals what happened when they arrived at their Airbnb, which they thought would be a private accommodation, in a video posted last week.

“Tell me why there’s like random cars parked in front,” Val says as she approaches the front door. “Who is in here? We just got the keys. We’re about to walk in. Hopefully, there’s no one in there.”

The suspicious cars in the front yard would’ve been enough of a red flag. But then Val’s first attempt to unlock the front door doesn’t work. “I think we’re in the shed out the back, because we tried the front door and the keys didn’t open it,” she says. She goes to the back patio gate and tries the key. It works.

In the caption, Val writes, “The caveat is the Airbnb listing said we’d have the whole place to ourselves, so that’s why we were so confused.”

Florida Airbnb: ‘Are You Guys Locked In the Shed?’

In the comments, viewers expressed alarm at the abrupt end of the video and concern for the safety of Val and her friend.

“Girl, are you guys locked in the shed? Can you update us, please? This is concerning,” wrote one person.

“We had people living in the garage when we stayed near Tampa,” wrote a second user. “It was sketchy.”

“The instructions should have said if it was a separate building behind a house—let alone a locked door. That’s scary,” said a third person.

However, several people familiar with the culture in Tampa said this isn’t necessarily a red flag. “That’s totally normal for Tampa,” wrote one person. “They rent their yards for tailgating if they’re close to the stadium.”

Later in the day, Val updated viewers on her situation in a follow-up video. “In the end, it was fine,” Val wrote in the caption. “The Airbnb listing was a bit misleading, saying entire place to yourself when really it was just a room. So the cars parked out front, I assume, are all the people who actually live there. And they were using the closet to divide this room from the rest of the house.”

The ‘Entire Place’ Option on Airbnb

According to Airbnb, the entire place option is “usually” a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and a separate dedicated entrance. As was pointed out in the comments, Val’s accommodation could be seen to fulfill all those requirements. 

However, Airbnb’s website does say that hosts should tell guests in advance whether the space is owner-occupied or not. The listing seems more akin to the “private room” option, which generally includes shared common areas. This is important to note, because the rules for owner access to the property are different for entire home and shared stays. 

In entire home stays, hosts can’t access the property or private spaces without permission. In shared spaces, owners can access shared spaces but not bedrooms or bathrooms.

All Hip Hop contacted Val via TikTok comment and direct message for comment. We also contacted Airbnb via email for comment.

@itsvaleriexx The cavet is the Airbnb listing said we’d have the whole place to ourselves so that’s why we were so confused! #tampa #airbnb #travel #mcr ♬ original sound – Val

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Yella Beezy is pressing Dallas prosecutors to reveal the identities of confidential informants and witnesses ahead of his capital murder trial tied to the 2020 killing of fellow rapper Mo3.

Attorneys for the rapper filed a series of motions requesting that the court compel the state to disclose key information.

Among the top demands: the names and addresses of all potential witnesses, including any informants, at least 20 days before the trial begins.

The defense also requested access to all evidence collected by law enforcement, including photographs, lab results, and physical items.

They are seeking anything that could either support Yella Beezy’s innocence or lessen the punishment if he’s convicted.

Yella Beezy’s legal team is also requesting all statements he made to the police and a pretrial hearing to determine whether those statements were made voluntarily. They want to ensure he wasn’t coerced or misled during questioning.

Another motion seeks to uncover whether any witnesses were offered deals or incentives in exchange for their cooperation.

The defense is pushing to exclude any mention of past unrelated incidents unless a judge rules them relevant.

Additionally, the attorneys request full access to materials used to refresh witnesses’ memories and complete records of all evidence gathered during the investigation.

Yella Beezy was indicted in March 2025 by a Dallas County grand jury for capital murder with remuneration, accused of orchestrating a murder-for-hire plot against Mo3.

Prosecutors allege Yella Beezy paid Kewon White to carry out the deadly shooting on Interstate 35E in Dallas on November 11, 2020. White and Devin Brown were arrested as co-defendants.

Investigators claim Yella Beezy withdrew $40,000 in cash before the incident and cite surveillance footage as part of the evidence linking him to the crime.

Yella Beezy was taken into custody on March 20, 2025, and initially held on a $2 million bond, which was later reduced to $750,000.

He is currently under house arrest with electronic monitoring.

If convicted, Yella Beezy could face the death penalty under Texas law. His trial is scheduled to begin on February 2, 2026.

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LOS ANGELES — Quinta Brunson officially ended her marriage to Kevin Anik in Los Angeles after the pair finalized a private divorce agreement six months after her initial court filing.

The Abbott Elementary creator and Emmy-winning actress reached an uncontested divorce settlement with Anik, according to court records reviewed by People. The documents confirm their legal separation date as December 1, 2024, which had not been specified in earlier filings.

Agreement Reached Outside Courtroom

Brunson and Anik avoided a public legal battle by settling outside of court. The terms of their agreement remain sealed, but the filing confirms it includes spousal support provisions. Because the divorce was uncontested, no trial or further hearings were necessary.

The couple’s decision to keep the details confidential aligns with how they handled their relationship from the start—largely out of public view.

Marriage Timeline and Public Acknowledgment

Brunson and Anik got engaged in July 2020. While she rarely spoke about their relationship publicly, she acknowledged him during her 2022 Emmy Awards acceptance speech after winning Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series.

“I have to thank my mom, dad, brothers and sisters, my cousins… my wonderful husband because he’s the most supportive man I’ve ever known,” she said during the live broadcast.

Career Success Amid Personal Change

Brunson’s career has surged since the premiere of Abbott Elementary in 2021. The ABC series, which she writes, executive produces and stars in as Janine Teagues, has earned critical acclaim and a growing list of accolades.

The divorce was finalized in 2024, closing a chapter in her personal life as her professional success continues to rise.

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President Trump authorized a federal troop deployment to Portland as investigators continue looking into a fire that scorched Ice Cube‘s tour bus just days after his performance in the city.

In a post on Truth Social Saturday, President Trump wrote, “I am directing Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, to provide all necessary Troops to protect War ravaged Portland, and any of our ICE Facilities under siege from attack by Antifa, and other domestic terrorists. I am also authorizing Full Force, if necessary.”

The move comes as Portland Fire & Rescue continues its investigation into the blaze that broke out on the front passenger tire of Ice Cube’s chartered vehicle on Tuesday (September 22).

The 56-year-old Hip-Hop icon had just wrapped a show at the Moda Center the night before as part of his “Truth to Power” tour. Through a representative, Ice Cube said, “I’m not taking this incident as a personal attack. A coward like that would burn anybody’s property that was out there at the time.”

Trump’s decision to deploy troops echoes his 2020 response to protests in Portland, when federal agents were sent to the city during months of unrest.

That earlier deployment led to repeated clashes between demonstrators and federal officers, drawing national attention and criticism.

Portland Mayor Keith Wilson has pushed back against federal involvement. “I have not asked for – and do not need – federal intervention,” he said earlier this month.

On Thursday, Trump hinted at the upcoming action, telling reporters, “We’re going to get out there and we’re going to do a pretty big number on those people in Portland.” He referred to the targets as “professional agitators and anarchists.”

Trump has repeatedly described Portland in bleak terms, once calling it “like living in hell.” He also signed an order this week designating antifa as a domestic terrorist group.

Portland Fire & Rescue has not released any new updates on the tour bus fire as of Saturday.

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A Denver Broncos fan (@ryanandjimmy) living in Nashville is wondering why Tennessee Titans fans are leaving early.

“If you’ve ever been in Nashville, there’s a bridge that goes across from downtown,” he starts in a recent viral video. “It goes over [Cumberland River] and leads you to Nissan Stadium. And when you’re on the bridge, you can see a little bit into the stadium. It’s kind of a cool thing. I went on a run, and I timed it to be there in the fourth quarter.”

But he saw people leaving the game, and thought he had mistimed his job. “I was like, “Oh man, I must have really timed it wrong. Something must have happened. Whatever. That’s kind of a bummer.”

Why Were Tennessee Titans Fans Done For the Day?

Something must have happened, as in perhaps the Titans were getting blown out in their home opener versus the Los Angeles Rams this month. The Titans have been a terrible football team for the last few years. The club has gone 16-35 in the previous three seasons, coming into this year. Last season’s 3-14 record secured they’d receive the first overall pick in the 2025 draft, where they selected record-setting Miami quarterback Cameron Ward. They had already lost their season opener—incidentally to the Broncos, in a close game.

He continued on his way, “and I finally get to where I can see into the stadium, and I can see the score. I couldn’t believe what I saw. The Titans at the time were only down by 4 points with 12 minutes to go in the fourth quarter.”

From here, imagine it from the Titans’ standpoint, from inside the stadium. Rams QB Matthew Stafford has just thrown a touchdown to take a 20-16 lead at the end of the third quarter. As a Titans fan, against a Super Bowl contender, it might be time to get ahead of traffic. Thus, the mass exodus this TikToker witnessed on his run.

But he makes several strong points.

“You can’t even stay for a one-score game in the 4th quarter?” he asks. “Now, I know it ended up not being close, but still, you gotta stay for your team. Cheer for your team and root them on. That was disappointing. Titans fans, y’all gotta do better.”

He’s right; it wasn’t close. The Rams scored two more touchdowns in the fourth quarter and won going away, 33-19. As of this writing, the Titans are 0-3 on the season.

Why Are Titans Fans Bad?

Compared to teams with 100-year histories, the Titans only began in Nashville in the late ’90s. So the tradition isn’t particularly rich. Also, the team plays professional ball in the heart of college football country, so that may impact the city center’s collective enthusiasm because they’re still hungover from Saturday’s game.

And just look at the man who called out the fans in the first place: He’s a Denver Broncos fan but he lives in Nashville. He’s not alone.

According to CNBC, the city of Nashville added 100 residents a day in 2022. Many of them arrived with per-existing loyalties to other NFL teams. According to Google Trends, the Tennessee Titans have drawn comparable search volume as the Dallas Cowboys over the past 30 days… within the state of Tennessee.

Lastly, Nashville is a city known for its bachelorette parties and music; even the massively popular NFL has to compete for attention there too.

We’ve reached out to @ryanandjimmy for comment.

@ryanandjimmy Titans fans, yall should do better than that… #tennesseetitans #titans #nfl #nashville #nissanstadium ♬ original sound – Ryan & Jimmy

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Wale is executive producing a television drama titled Silk that centers on the deadly legacy of Washington D.C. contract killer Wayne “Silk” Perry, whose name became synonymous with fear during the city’s most violent era.

The Grammy Award-nominated rapper and D.C. native is developing the series through Perry Industries, which controls the life rights of Perry, now known as Nkosi Shaka Zulu El. The show will explore Perry’s role as the enforcer for Harlem drug lord Alpo Martinez during the early 1990s, when D.C. led the nation in homicides.

A Look at D.C.’s Bloodiest Years

From 1989 to 1993, Perry operated as Martinez’s muscle, executing rivals and witnesses with a level of precision that earned him infamy in the streets. His violent run coincided with Washington’s descent into chaos, as the city earned the grim label of “murder capital” of the United States.

“That era in D.C. was internationally famous,” Wale told The Hollywood Reporter. “The Redskins were winning Super Bowls, the mayor was indicted by the FBI, Joe Biden passed the crime bill, and D.C. had 482 homicides — the highest in the country.”

The show will blend Perry’s criminal exploits with the political and cultural backdrop of the time, including the go-go music scene, the collapse of local drug empires, and the federal investigation of then-Mayor Marion Barry.

Behind the Scenes of ‘Silk’

Wale will produce the series alongside Kazz Laidlaw, his manager at EQT, and C. Edwards of Perry Industries. The project is currently in development, with no network or streaming platform yet attached.

“D.C. is more than just politics,” Wale said. “We have a rich, Black history that’s inspired audiences around the world, and it’s time to tell more stories that are based here.”

Laidlaw added, “This story is one of the last authentic stories in Black crime lore. People have seen slivers in movies like Paid in Full and read conjecture online, but beneath the surface is an entire world that hasn’t been seen before.”

Perry’s Criminal Legacy

Perry was convicted in 1994 for multiple murders tied to Martinez’s drug operation. His victims included drug dealer Garrett Terrell and Evelyn Carter, a witness scheduled to testify. He is currently serving five life sentences at ADX Florence, a federal supermax prison in Colorado.

Martinez’s cooperation with federal prosecutors helped secure Perry’s conviction. Martinez himself was shot and killed in 2021 in Harlem.

A New Chapter for Wale

Wale, who previously appeared in Ambulance and American Gods, has long infused his music with references to his D.C. upbringing. With Silk, he’s stepping further into storytelling, aiming to portray the city’s complex history beyond its political headlines.

The series joins a growing list of crime dramas like Power, Snowfall and Narcos that examine the drug-fueled violence of the late 20th century.

Silk remains in early development with no release date or platform confirmed.

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