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Rakim is Still Writing His Legacy as One of Hip-Hop's Greats

'The God MC' discusses his undeniable impact on hip-hop, his collaboration with DJ Jazzy Jeff, and his new album, 'G.O.Ds Network (REB7RTH).'
07/26/2024

This Week In Good Black News: Halle Berry To Star In ‘Never Let Go’, Rakim To Release New Album, and Patti LaBelle and Gladys Knight Celebrate Their 80th Birthdays

Plus, the Apollo Theater launches a new music series with Adam Blackstone and Broadway Celebrates Juneteenth announces free Times Square Concert.
05/31/2024

Hip Hop Awards 2023: All Black At The Hip Hop Awards Pt. 2

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This Week In Good Black News: BET Celebrates the Hip Hop Awards, LeBron James’ Son Gets An Epic Offer And the Ageless Lenny Kravitz Drops a Steamy New Music Video

Also, baby news for a gospel superstar and an "Insecure" alum ties the knot!
10/13/2023

Hip Hop Awards 2023: All-Stars Performed A Tribute Celebrating Marley Marl's Legacy

Rakim and LL Cool J united with Jazzy Jeff, DJ Technician, and Adam Blackstone for an unforgettable homage.
10/10/2023
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Roots Picnic 2022: Durand Bernarr, J. Period, DJ Jazzy Jeff & More Celebrate the Culture in Philly

60,000-plus tickets were sold for the 15th annual festival of Black music on the eve of hip hop’s 50th anniversary.
06/06/2022
Get Low - ASAP Rocky at 106 & Park, September 12, 2012. (Photo: John Ricard / BET)

A$AP Rocky Arrested At Los Angeles Airport

Rakim Mayers was detained in connection to a November 2021 shooting.
04/20/2022
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The I Am Hip Hop Hall of Fame
BET Hip Hop Awards 2021

Look back at unforgettable acceptance speeches from I Am Hip Hop Award recipients, including Grandmaster Flash, KRS-One, Russell Simmons, Ice Cube, Salt-N-Pepa, Lil' Kim and more.
09/23/2021

Rakim Challenges Big Daddy Kane To Verzuz Battle In The Name Of Hip Hop

The former Juice Crew frontman has seemingly responded.
08/10/2020

Respect Mag's 'Greatest Day In Harlem' Cover Remembers The Day Hip-Hop's Greatest United

These rappers joined to recreate Art Kane’s iconic portrait.
09/30/2018

Rakim Acknowledges Jay-Z's Growth on '4:44'

He says hip-hop needs to be made for the older generation.
07/22/2017