On this day in 1987, LL Cool J released his groundbreaking second album Bigger and Deffer via Def Jam/Columbia/CBS Records. Coming off the heels of his successful debut, critics were… The post Today in Hip-Hop History: LL Cool J Dropped His ‘Bigger and Deffer'(B.A.D.) LP 38 Years Ago appeared first on .

On May 29, 1984, 36 years ago today, the legendary Brooklyn trio Fat Boys released their groundbreaking self-titled debut album, helping to usher beatboxing and comedic storytelling into the mainstream… The post Today in Hip-Hop History: The Fat Boys Dropped Their Self Titled Debut Album 41 Years Ago appeared first on .

Next month our 2022 Artist To Watch Rhys Langston unveils his new album Pale Black Negative. So far the LA musician has released “Ate The Tuning Fork While I Taxied In The Crepuscular” with Open Mike Eagle, “When I’m Squared With Happiness,” and “When The Orchestra Is Dreaming” with Mike Ladd, and now he’s back with “It Jes Grew (Right …

Earlier this year, $ilkMoney joined Fly Anakin, Quelle Chris, and Big Kahuna OG for the track “My N***a.” Today, the Richmond rapper is back with his first new solo material in three years with “NEVER TRUST A BITCH THA- *EXPLODES*,” which is the lead single from his forthcoming album Who Waters The Wilting Giving Tree Once The Leaves Dry Up …

In 2021, Shaki Tavi released their debut album Shaki Tavi I. Today, the LA shoegaze band is announcing its follow-up Minor Slip, which is their first for the great Felte label. The sweeping, vivacious lead single “Breaker” is out now.

It’s been a while since we’ve heard from Dutch Uncles, but today the Manchester art-pop band’s bassist and principal composer Robin Richards is announcing his debut solo album, Taproots. The lead single “Epoxy” is out now.

Last year former Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Josh Klinghoffer pled not guilty to a vehicular manslaughter charge that stemmed from him fatally striking a pedestration with his SUV. In a plea deal today, he accepted the lesser charge of misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter without gross negligence, avoiding jail time as part of his sentence.

LeBron James is not done yet. The arguable GOAT is reportedly leaning toward staying in Los Angeles for at least one more season. The Lakers icon is widely expected to… The post LeBron Set to Run It Back: Lakers Star Expected to Opt In for Year 23 appeared first on .

Jay-Z’s very ambitious plan to bring a world class casino to the heart of Times Square just cleared a major hurdle. With Wynn Resorts officially stepping away from its Hudson… The post Jay-Z’s Times Square Casino Vision Gains Momentum as Wynn Exits NYC Race appeared first on .

In December, NBA YoungBoy — real name Kentrell Gaulden — was sentenced to 23 months in federal prison. Today, the rapper was one of many pardons Donald Trump announced today.