A judge ruled that Jay-Z’s sex assault accuser can remain anonymous despite the rapper’s insistence that she reveal her identity. According to Rolling Stone, Judge Analisa Torres also chastised the mogul’s lawyer Alex Spiro in her ruling, admonishing the attorney for using ad hominem attacks in his filings. Spiro had requested for the case to […]
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We asked a handful of the new music industry’s finest to share the top trends and technologies they see gaining steam and shaping music and the music business in 2025. Today, Jay Gilbert shares his thoughts. Hypebot readers know Jay Gilbert as the co-host of both the Music Biz Weekly podcast and Your Morning Coffee
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Jonni Apollo has a new project set to drop later this year titled, “Jonni Apollo & The 5 Oracles”. I had the chance to listen to an advance copy of the project before the official release at a private listening session earlier this week. The 5-song EP plays out like a roller-coaster of emotions. The
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Christopher Polk / Getty The lawsuits against Diddy keep coming in. A former employee says he was in charge of securing the rooms for the alleged freak offs. As per TMZ the Bad Boy Entertainment mogul was hit with another legal action against him. On Wednesday, Dec. 23 Philip Pines
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Every year, we take a moment to look back on all the incredible artists we have the pleasure of working with every day. Of those incredible talents are some who we just can’t get out of our minds… the artists who are changing the game, breaking barriers, and showcasing their skills in new and exciting
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It appears SZA is grateful she abandoned her intergalactic trip to Saturn. Yesterday (December 20), after a slight hiccup SOS Deluxe: Lana was finally uploaded to streaming platforms. Among the 15 new tracks, SZA couldn’t help but make yet another movie reference. On the first installment of the musical series, Quentin Tarantino’s 2003 hit Kill
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Hailing from the heart of the Midwest, Indianapolis, Indiana, an artist named Trend, known locally as “Squirm,” is making waves in the music scene with his raw authenticity and versatile sound. Though relatively new to music, Trend’s journey as an artist is rooted in personal struggles, resilience, and a deep desire to motivate others. With
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Looking for inspiration to create the perfect website for your music? Check out these 10 great musician websites that set the standard for design, functionality, and fan engagement. 10 Great Musician Websites by Julia Kater via Bandzoogle A music website is a must-have for every artist. It serves as a homebase where you can direct your
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Vaping as a Status Symbol in the Rap Scene Vaping has rapidly gained traction as a status symbol within the hip-hop community. It serves not just as a habit, but as an emblem of style and sophistication. Many rappers use vaping to project an image that resonates with their audiences—a blend of modernity, wealth, and
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