Industry News
Miami’s Rap Icon Trina Hosts Public Event in Honor of Slain Niece, Baby Suga
Article By: Wade Banner
Trina, the renowned Miami rapper and influencer, experienced a personal tragedy when her 17-year-old niece, Toni Chester, affectionately known as “Baby Suga,” lost her life in a shooting incident in 2022. …
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Oakland Honors Late Rapper Tupac Shakur: MacArthur Boulevard Section Renamed
Article By: Wade Banner
In tribute to the late Tupac Shakur, the city that nurtured the famed emcee’s career has resolved to rename a segment of MacArthur Boulevard (spanning between Grand and Van Buren Avenues) after him.…
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CNN and OWN to Simulcast ‘Juneteenth: A Global Celebration for Freedom’ Concert Event
Article By: Wade Banner
A dazzling roster of musical talents will grace the stage for the second annual concert, ‘Juneteenth: A Global Celebration for Freedom.’…
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Metro Boomin to Executive Produce ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ Soundtrack
Article By: Wade Banner
St. Louis-born music producer Leland “Metro Boomin” Wayne, currently enjoying a spot in the Billboard 200 chart’s Top 10 with his album, is set to helm another significant project this year.…
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Amazon Music Honors Hip Hop’s 50th Anniversary with Latin-Focused ‘Hip-Hop X Siempre’ Initiative
Article By: Wade Banner
In celebration of Hip Hop’s 50th anniversary this year, Amazon Music is launching the ‘Hip-Hop X Siempre’ campaign to showcase the influential role of Latin artists within the genre.…
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