On Saturday, the annual 404 Day festivities hit a new high when Impossible Foods and rap icon Big Boi joined forces for Impossible x Big Boi: 404 Taste the Block at Smorgasburg in Atlanta.
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There’s something different about a Dave show when it hits Los Angeles. Maybe it’s the distance from Brixton, maybe it’s the global reach of the sound, or maybe it’s the realization that UK rap is no longer regional, it’s fully embedded in the culture. Whatever it is, last Friday at the Hollywood Palladium, Dave made it clear that his voice travels just fine.
J.I.D and Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes Collaborate to Reimagine ‘Hey Tony’ Jingle
Kellogg’s long-term mission has always been to promote a positive impact on kids, families, and communities through food, especially through their iconic mascot, Tony the Tiger. The classic “Hey Tony” jingle was particularly popular in their ads during the ‘90s, and now, Grammy-nominated rapper J.I.D has put his own spin on it.
Bun B on 20 Years of Trill, Working With Crown Royal, and Houston’s New Generation
Two decades after releasing his debut solo album, Trill, Bun B still moves with truth and purpose at the forefront of everything he does. It’s that focus that has carried him through every chapter of his career, especially during the making of this album.
After a one-year hiatus and venue change. Rock the Bells came back with a vengeance in 2025.
Concert Review: Smino’s Kountry Kousins Tour Brings Soul, Style, and St. Louis Flavor to the Shrine
On Thursday, May 1st, the historic Shrine Auditorium/ Expo Hall in Los Angeles, just across the street from USC, came alive with the unique sound and soulful swagger of Smino as he brought his Kountry Kousins Tour to town. As someone who has grown up attending shows at this legendary venue, I can confidently say this was one of the most creatively staged and musically tight performances I’ve seen there.
Last Saturday, I had the pleasure of capturing the last night of the 50 Cent residency at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas.
JJ Johnson’s Cookout: Where Hip-Hop and Black Cuisine Create Culinary Magic
I found myself immersed in a celebration of culture, flavor, and beats at the 17th annual BACARDĺ Presents JJ Johnson’s The Cookout: A Hip Hop Celebration.
Teezo Touchdown, BossMan Dlow & BigXthaPlug at Billboard Hip-Hop LIVE 2024.