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Cardi B Blames 'the Government' for Las Vegas Stage Fall

The rapper's tumble during a concert quickly went viral, highlighting the growing trend of performative mishaps in live entertainment.

Cardi B Suffers Stage Mishap During Vegas Tour Stop

Rapper tumbles off chair during performance on Little Miss Drama Tour

Empire Expands Global Reach, Invests in San Francisco Roots

Independent music company Empire hosts major events, buys historic building for new headquarters in downtown San Francisco.

Cardi B Takes a Tumble Off Chair Mid-Performance at Little Miss Drama Show in Las Vegas

The rapper recovered quickly and continued her performance after the minor stage mishap.

Megan Thee Stallion Celebrates 31st Birthday With Sizzling Photoshoot, Teases 'Act III' Album

The Grammy-winning rapper shared steamy birthday photos and hinted at her upcoming album release.

Hip-Hop Wired Highlights Rising Artists to Listen to in February 2026

The music publication spotlights up-and-coming rappers from across the country to add to your playlist this month.

4 Underrated Hip-Hop Tracks From the 2010s You Should Still Be Listening To

The 2010s were a fascinating time for hip-hop, with the increased use of the internet radically altering how fans engaged with the music.

4 Underrated Hip-Hop Tracks From the 2010s You Should Still Be Listening To

Noisey selects four of the most underrated hip-hop records from the 2010s, a vast, deeply creative decade for rappers.

Defining Slab: 4 of the Best Tracks From Houston's Booming Car Culture

Explore the iconic slab culture of Houston through these essential hip-hop anthems.

Biggest Hip-Hop Album Sales in 2026 So Far

Rappers like J. Cole, A$AP Rocky, and Don Toliver are delivering big numbers in the first part of the year.

3 New Hip-Hop and R&B Songs You Must Hear This Week

Noisey selects the top new releases in hip-hop and R&B

2 Chainz, Mýa to Headline CIAA Tournament in Baltimore

Grammy Award winners to bring star power to annual HBCU basketball celebration

Hip-Hop Superstars to Headline Champlain Valley Fair

Soulja Boy, Fat Joe, and Bow Wow to perform at Vermont's annual festival

Dallas Artist Lil Ronnie’s Hit “Circle” Still Resonates Years Later

Lil Ronnie’s club-ready track helped solidify his reputation as a staple in Dallas’ party scene.

Rap Star J. Cole Brings Back Trunk Sales at HBCU Tour

The North Carolina rapper is selling copies of his new album out of his Honda Civic at college campuses across the country.

A Boogie Wit da Hoodie Drops New EP 'Before Artistry' with Trippie Redd

The six-track project celebrates the rapper's first decade of superstardom.

Cardi B Warns ICE to 'Stay Home' During Tour Kickoff

The rapper told fans she's ready to 'jump' immigration agents if they show up at her concerts.

Cardi B Warns ICE at California Concert, Homeland Security Responds

The rapper made controversial comments about immigration enforcement during her tour kickoff.

Student Producer FLXX Finds Inspiration in Concussions

Sophomore Felix Harari, who performs as FLXX, has created a new album 'L.E.D.' after recovering from head injuries.

YFN Lucci Drops New Single 'You Special' for Fans

The Atlanta rapper's latest track continues his post-prison comeback in 2026.

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