Patrick Johnson

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Watch YoungBoy Never Broke Again Freestyle Over JAY-Z's "The Story of O.J."
Music

Watch YoungBoy Never Broke Again Freestyle Over JAY-Z's "The Story of O.J."

“The Story of YoungBoy” fact-checks The Shade Room, nods to the Mandela Effect and more.

Aminé Returns Home for New "Woodlawn" Music Video
Music

Aminé Returns Home for New "Woodlawn" Music Video

Another strong visual from the Portland rapper’s critically-acclaimed ‘Limbo’ project.

Ty Dolla $ign Taps Post Malone for New Song "Spicy"
Music

Ty Dolla $ign Taps Post Malone for New Song "Spicy"

‘Featuring Ty Dolla $ign’ drops October 23 with a star-studded guest-list of over 20 artists.

Wendell Pierce Slated To Star in New B.B. King Biopic 'The Thrill Is On'
Music

Wendell Pierce Slated To Star in New B.B. King Biopic 'The Thrill Is On'

“I promised B.B. King before he died, I will honor him and his creative genius.”

Stormzy's Banksy Designed Stab-Proof Vest Nominated for Beazley Designs of the Year Award
Design

Stormzy's Banksy Designed Stab-Proof Vest Nominated for Beazley Designs of the Year Award

The rapper wore the statement piece during last year’s Glastonbury festival.


Rejjie Snow Premieres New "Mirrors" Music Video Featuring Snoh Aalegra and Cam O'Bi
Music

Rejjie Snow Premieres New "Mirrors" Music Video Featuring Snoh Aalegra and Cam O'Bi

“The world of Willy Wonka… but on psychedelics.”

Beyoncé Shows Solidarity With #EndSARS Anti-Police Brutality Protests in Nigeria
Music

Beyoncé Shows Solidarity With #EndSARS Anti-Police Brutality Protests in Nigeria

“We are collaborating with coalitions to provide emergency healthcare, food and shelter.”

East Cleveland Rapper Kipp Stone Premieres New Mixtape 'HOMME'
Music

East Cleveland Rapper Kipp Stone Premieres New Mixtape 'HOMME'

The essential healthcare worker by day honed his craft as a rapper by night.

Chuck Strangers Returns With New 'Too Afraid To Dance' EP
Music

Chuck Strangers Returns With New 'Too Afraid To Dance' EP

Featuring KA, Caleb Giles, Navy Blue and more.

Pap Chanel Connects With Future and Herion Young for New Single "Gucci Bucket Hat"
Music

Pap Chanel Connects With Future and Herion Young for New Single "Gucci Bucket Hat"

Following the rising Georgia emcee’s recent ‘Pretty & Paid’ project.

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