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Photos: Ryder JID is an open book. And last year, the East Atlanta native released his critically acclaimed album, The Forever Story. In support of the project, he’s hitting the road this January with Smino on their co-headlining, Luv Is 4 Ever tour. But before coming to a city near you, JID chops it up with B.Dot and Elliott on

HipHopWired Featured Video Wes Moore is now the 63rd governor of the state of Maryland, the first time in history that feat has been achieved. On hand for the well-attended and star-studded ceremony in the state’s capital city was Oprah Winfrey, who has ties to the region.  Wes Moore, 44, was sworn in during a

J.Cole’s finds some motivation on his surprise release, “Procrastination (Broke)”. Produced by Bvtman, the track comes to light after the rapper stumbled on a beat while searching “J.Cole type of beat” on Youtube. I write these words aimlessly / But not without hope that somehow I stumble on something that’s dope,” raps Cole. “A clever

HipHopWired Featured Video Weeks after Uncle Murda had social media buzzing and bugging with his latest year-end summary, “Rap Up 2022,” the Brooklyn rapper drops a clip for the “controversial” cut and it’s as entertaining as you’d expect. Kicking it with Tony Yayo and some thick young ladies in da club for his clip to

Flacko season is upon us. A$AP Rocky officially begins his new album roll out with his latest single, “Same Problems?” Accompanied by ad-libs from Lil Yachty, the Harlemite narrates life’s difficulties from around the way and pays homage to hip hop’s fallen soldiers. “Niggas dying every other night / Niggas crying, that’s a part of

HipHopWired Featured Video Darius Miles, a player for the University of Alabama’s men’s basketball team, has been charged with capital murder after investigators uncovered details of a fatal shooting that occurred over the weekend. According to police reports and reporting from news outlets, Miles provided the gun used in the shooting to another man. Darius

Shit crazy! Uncle Murda rings in the new year with the latest installment of his annual Rap Up series. Produced by Great John Music, the Brooklyn rapper carries on tradition by summing up 2022 from Young Thug’s RICO case to Tory Lanez’ guilty verdict, and more. “Tory Lanez and Megan Thee Stallion’s trial’s like a

HipHopWired Featured Video Source: SNKRS / NIke Nike Dunk Lows continue to be the hottest silhouette from the Swoosh out in these streets, but would you brave severe weather just to cop the latest pair? These heads would. On Tuesday (Jan. 17), Nike released the highly anticipated “Montreal Bagel” Nike Dunk Low, and to ensure

Drake is balling out in his new music video, “Jumbotron Shit Poppin”. Directed by Tristan C-M, the 6 God shares highlights of his recent three day celebration where he stunts beside a Lambo, flosses a gold-plated PSP, million dollar jewelry previously worn by Pharrell, and partying with friends. “Who want smoke? Okay, cool, it’s they

HipHopWired Featured Video Source: YouTube / Disney+ Star Wars fans rejoice for The Mandalorian is set to return to action and Disney has just given us a sneak peak as what to expect in its upcoming season. Last night (Jan. 16), Disney released the first trailer for the highly anticipated third season of The Mandalorian,

Jacquees and Future cater to the ladies in their new music video, “When You Bad Like That”. The Nash B-produced track is off Jacquees’ Sincerely For You. Directed by BPace and Jacquees, the two woo the ladies throughout a lavish mansion during a tennis match, a painting session, and a romantic dinner by the pool.

HipHopWired Featured Video Source: TV One / TV One The URBAN ONE HONORS: Icons of the Culture awards celebration air on Monday night (Jan. 16). The two-hour telecast will premiere on TV One and Cleo TV at 7:00 PM ET/6 PM CT. Beloved and renowned R&B singer Tank will he holding down the hosting duties

G Herbo steps into the “Shaderoom” for his new music video. On board a boat with his crew and a couple of bikini-clad women twerking in the hot tub, the Chiraq rapper delivers his braggadocious bars. “Acting like I really ain’t that nigga, listen to the critics,” he raps while scrolling through the celebrity news

HipHopWired Featured Video Source: TV One / TV One The URBAN ONE HONORS: Icons of the Culture awards celebration air on Monday night (Jan. 16). The two-hour telecast will premiere on TV One and Cleo TV at 7:00 PM ET/6 PM CT. Beloved and renowned R&B singer Tank will he holding down the hosting duties

Skyzoo and producers The Other Guys connect on their concept and collaborative album, The Mind Of A Saint. Inspired by character Franklin Saint from the American crime drama television series, Snowfall, the tandem score 10 tracks featuring the previously released “Straight Drop“. Other tracks include “Views From The Valley”, “100 to ONE”, “Brick By Brick”,

HipHopWired Featured Video Source: JHU Sheridan Libraries/Gado / Getty Another side of 2Pac’s life is about to come to life on screen. The Dear Mama docuseries will explore his relationship with Afeni Shakur. As spotted on Deadline, the FX channel will launch the new series with a goal of chronicling the history of their storied mother

After a quiet year, PARTYNEXTDOOR is back with his new single, “Her Old Friends”. Reunited with producer OG Parker, the OVO crooner sings about an ex and blames her friends on their breakup. “Fuck all my bitches old friends (Fuck her old friends, yeah, yeah) / Y’all let that girl fuck anybody,” sings PND. PARTYNEXTDOOR,

HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Rachpoot/Bauer-Griffin / Getty Kanye West might be looking forward to even more family drama. Word on the street is that Ye’s ex-wife Kim Kardashian is not particularly fond of the rapper/designer’s new wife Bianca Censori. Many have noted that Censori, who has a gig at the Yeezy brand, looks a lot

Everyday wake up. Logic is set to release his independent debut album College Park on February 24, and releases its first single featuring Lucy Rose. On the introspective record, the D.M.V. rapper reflects on the harsh realities of growing up in his PG County residence followed by a narrative by Lucy Rose. “Pick up the

HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Gerardo Mora / Getty You can’t say Iggy Azalea isn’t working all the angles. The Australian rapper announced that she has joined OnlyFans, and is dropping a new project, too. Apparently, for your perverts (respectfully) out there who are thinking otherwise, it’s all for the sake of getting her music out