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During Roots Picnic Weekend in Philadelphia, industry executive and cultural tastemaker Lenny S brought together some of the biggest names in music, sports, entertainment, and business for an exclusive private celebration honoring Jay-Z’s 30-year legacy. Presented with support from D’Ussé, McDonald’s, and Backwoods, the invite-only event served as a gathering point for artists, executives, athletes, … Read more

The Reserve @ Roots Picnic Festival Pre-Event, presented by AT&T, set the tone for one of the year’s most anticipated cultural weekends with an exclusive gathering at Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia. The invitation-only event brought together a curated mix of athletes, artists, executives, founders, and tastemakers for an evening focused on connection, culture, and community. The … Read more

Boosie Badazz is facing another serious legal fight. The Louisiana rapper is reportedly facing a felony charge after an alleged altercation at a Houston nightclub on May 24. According to court documents, a security guard claims he was hit in the head with a glass hookah base during a confrontation involving a female patron who … Read more

A$AP Rocky is protecting his peace. In a new **VIBE** cover story, Rocky opened up about the emotional impact of a frightening incident at the Los Angeles home he shares with Rihanna and their children. The rapper said the situation did not just affect his family’s safety — it also took away part of the … Read more

Drake’s latest chart takeover shows no signs of cooling off. The Toronto superstar’s blockbuster release cycle featuring Iceman, Habibti, and Maid of Honour continues to dominate the music landscape, with Iceman now crossing the 1 billion Spotify streams milestone in remarkably short order. Released on May 15 as part of an unexpected three-project rollout, Iceman … Read more

30 years later, this diss still feels dangerous. On this day, 2Pac released “Hit ’Em Up,” one of the most explosive diss tracks in hip-hop history. Aimed directly at The Notorious B.I.G., Bad Boy, and everyone caught in the East Coast vs West Coast tension, the record became more than just a song — it … Read more

By Mark Elibert June 3, 2026 (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation), (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images) Bobby Shmurda’s public criticism of Jay-Z isn’t slowing down anytime soon. The Brooklyn rapper returned to Instagram this week with another round of posts aimed at the Roc Nation founder following his … Read more

In leaked audio, Sauce Walka sounded off on the mother of his child, Kiley Lossen, for allegedly having a relationship with Drake. By Mark Elibert June 4, 2026 (Photo by Marcus Ingram/Getty Images), (Photo by Simone Joyner/Getty Images for ABA) Sauce Walka is turning his latest personal controversy into new music with an impressive turnaround … Read more

Dame Dash just started a dangerous debate. After Jay-Z appeared to send shots during his Roots Picnic freestyle, Dame Dash is now saying Drake could beat Hov in a rap battle. According to Dame, he does not think Drake can beat Kendrick Lamar — but he believes Drake can beat Jay-Z “for a fact.” That … Read more

A$AP Rocky just brought Harlem energy to VIBE Magazine. From music to fashion to fatherhood, Rocky continues to prove he is more than just a rapper — he is a full cultural figure. Every cover moment feels intentional, and his presence in VIBE Magazine adds another chapter to a career built on style, confidence, and … Read more