Thugs, Tha Carter & a Target on Kelly: Chaos in the Culture

Kelly Hospitalized After Alleged Overdose: Legal Team Claims Prison Plot to Kill Him In a shocking development, R. Kelly’s lawyer says the singer was given a near-lethal dose of medication while in solitary confinement at a North Carolina prison. According to court documents, the incident occurre…

Dismissals, Disappearing Acts & Diss Tracks: Diddy, Mariah & Nicki!

Diddy Wants Mistrial After Black Juror Dismissed Over Residency Questions The heat in Diddy’s courtroom saga just spiked. After over three weeks of hearing testimony, Juror No. 6—a 41-year-old Black Hispanic corrections employee—was removed from the jury due to inconsistencies about whether he liv…

Russ Loses a Mil, L.A. Erupts, Clipse Hits the Road

Russ Reveals Uncleared Sample Cost Him Almost $1 Million Russ just dropped two truth bombs—one financial and one cultural. First, he revealed that his hit “Losin Control” cost him $850K after he forgot to clear a sample from Oneohtrix Point Never’s “Behind the Bank.” Originally recorded in 2015, Ru…

Madison Mallards Light Up the Diamond with Three Days of Family Fun, Giveaways, and Community Support!

Madison's own hometown heroes, the Madison Mallards, are stepping up to the plate for an epic three-day stretch of baseball, fun, and giving back at the Duck Pond this weekend! Whether you're a die-hard baseball fan or just looking for a reason to enjoy some sunshine, these upcoming games have some…

Trump Pardons YoungBoy, Drake Makes Diamond History, Nike x LEGO Empower the Youth

NBA YoungBoy Pardoned by Donald Trump While Larry Hoover Remains Incarcerated In a major legal move, NBA YoungBoy has been granted a full federal pardon by former President Donald Trump. The rapper took to Instagram shortly after the news dropped, expressing gratitude to Trump, legal advocate Alic…

DDG Claps Back, Fivio Pleads Guilty, Cassie Welcomes Baby After Diddy Drama

DDG Tells Internet To "Give Up" On Canceling Him Amid Halle Bailey Allegations DDG is back in the headlines, and not for the best reasons. Amidst abuse allegations from ex-girlfriend Halle Bailey, the rapper is boldly rejecting cancel culture. Halle, who has requested sole custody of their son an…

Eminem Steals the AMAs, Khaled Lifts Albums & Weights, Kai Cuts Off Kanye Praise Live

Eminem Outshines Kendrick Lamar at the AMAs — But Dot Still Reigns Supreme Kendrick Lamar's near-flawless run in 2024 took a hit at this year's American Music Awards. Despite his chart-topping dominance and historic live shows, the rapper walked away with just one AMA win: Favorite Hip Hop Song fo…

Local Movie Release : Sanguine Teeth On A Driftless Road

Sanguine Teeth on a Driftless Road Premieres Sat. June 7th 3p.m. at Marcus Palace Cinema in Sun Praire Wisconsin. e at An R rated-sarchouse-comedy horror about 4 vampires on a road trip to a cabin in the woods; written and directed by Austin Galante. The Soundtrack features music with Snoop Dogg,…

Wisconsin Hip Hop Exhibit Set to Open May 30

A Monumental Moment for Madtown Culture The beat of Wisconsin hip hop is about to echo through the halls of history. On May 30 from 4–6 PM, Pyramidal Productions, led by longtime community creatives Ginx and Menku, will officially unveil the first phase of the Wisconsin Hip Hop Exhibit in partners…

BratFest 2025: Madison's Must-Attend Memorial Day Weekend Tradition

BratFest is back and bigger than ever, celebrating 43 years of community, charity, and incredible music over Memorial Day Weekend in Madison! Powered by volunteers and fueled by grilled goodness, BratFest isn't just a festival—it's a feel-good tradition with a purpose. Tim Metcalfe and Michael Ale…