Browsing: Tribute

The community spent the weekend honoring Brownsville, Brooklyn legend MC Sparky D (Doreen Broadnax), who passed away. The full story: Peers like DJ Premier spent the weekend paying tribute to her foundational legacy as one of the genre’s earliest prominent female battle rappers. Sparky D broke through in the 1980s with “Sparky’s Turn (Roxanne, You’re Through)” — her answer to UTFO’s “Roxanne, Roxanne” — becoming a key voice in the Roxanne Wars. Premier posted: “Rest in Power to the Queen. She paved the way.” Fans and historians noted her influence on battle rap and women in hip-hop. She was 56.

Drake, Sexyy Red and Travis Scott paid tribute to Tay Keith following his death last week.Reactions to Ty Keith’s death have been pouring in on social…

Old photos of Kasey Carpenter dressed as Kanye West in blackface have resurfaced, forcing the Georgia congressman to apologize ahead of his re-election campaign. A Republican…

Eminem reflects on a lifelong bond, while Nassan pays tribute to his father, as Proof’s legacy continues to influence Detroit hip-hop 20 years later. Eminem marked…

Few people, perhaps no one, are as close to Eminem as Prov. Marshall’s best friend, a man who was very skilled with the microphone, unfortunately he…

The hip-hop community is mourning the reported passing of Jha Jha, widely recognized as the “First Lady of Dipset.” News of her passing has led to…

The emotional responses from Eminem, Skyzoo and De La Soul demonstrate how profound an impact Lord Seal has had on artists, both through broadcasts and personal…

Lauryn Hill will perform at the 2026 Grammy Awards honoring late neo-soul pioneer D’Angelo and R&B legend Roberta Flack. AllHipHop.com AllHipHop.com has been a pioneer in…

Nadathing’s debut solo album, Gracias Por Nada, vigorously upholds the legacy of ORGANIZED KRIME, delivering the raw, unapologetic sound that defines Norwalk, California hip-hop. The project…

Lauryn Hill has paid tribute to her old friend and creative partner John Forté after his unexpected death at age 50, calling their early friendship and…