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R. Kelly Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison in Sex Trafficking Case

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June 30, 2022
Photo Credit: CBS News YouTube R. Kelly has received a sentence of 30 years in prison in the high-profile sex trafficking case, months after he was convicted on all nine counts. US District Judge Ann Donnell... Read More...

‘Mama Said Knock You Out’ Producer Marley Marl Sells Catalog Stake to Reservoir

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Reservoir EVP of A&R and catalog development Faith Newman (whose branding-minded company looks to have customized its bottled water) and hip-hop producer Marley Marl. Photo Credit: Reservoir Media One wee... Read More...

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The estate of photographer Chi Modu, who passed away in May of 2021, is officially suing Universal Music Group (UMG) for copyright infringement over the major label’s allegedly unauthorized use of a Tupac Sha... Read More...
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Atlanta Rapper Trouble Shot and Killed at 34

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Photo Credit: Kyle Sudu Def Jam reports that Atlanta rapper Trouble, best known for his 2011 hit "Bussin," has died. He was 34. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the children, loved ones, and fans of Troubl... Read More...
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Lupe Fiasco is Teaching Rap at MIT, New Album Drops June 24th

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Photo Credit: Brennan Schnell / CC by 2.0 Lupe Fiasco is teaching rap at MIT this year as part of their MLK Visiting Professor Program. The news comes alongside announcing a new album to release on June 24. ... Read More...

Round Hill Music Files $3 Million Lawsuit Against ‘Headband’ Rapper B.o.B

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