Now playing Next Culture news Killer Mike issues statement following arrest at 2024 Grammys US rapper Killer Mike has dismissed his arrest at the Grammy Awards ceremony, where he won three major awards, as "a speed bump". He is scheduled to appear in court later this month. 06/02/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Jam Master Jay’s murder trial begins in New York, decades after death The hip-hop star was killed in 2002 at his recording studio at age 37. Two men in his inner circle now face trial, accused of murdering him over a failed drug deal. 30/01/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Rapper A$AP Rocky pleads not guilty to shooting gun at former friend The American rapper attended an arraignment hearing in Los Angeles following charges related to an incident in Hollywood in November 2021. 09/01/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Drop it like it’s baton: Snoop Dogg to commentate Paris 2024 Olympics “Peace and Olympic LOVE, ya dig?” 03/01/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Kanye West apologises to Jewish community for antisemitic comments The spirit of Christmas must be upon Ye, as the controversial rapper has made an apology to the Jewish community for his repeated antisemitic comments. Reconciliation at last, or strategic amends before his new album drops? 26/12/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Mobo Awards 2024: Stormzy and Little Simz dominate nominations Stormzy and Little Simz lead the nominations for the upcoming Mobo Awards, each up for four top awards. 15/12/2023
Now playing Next Culture news US Rapper Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces fresh sex abuse allegations It is the fourth sexual abuse lawsuit against the hip-hop mogul in recent weeks, whose complainant has kept her name under a pseudonym. Combs denies the allegations and says they are looking for "a quick payday". 07/12/2023
Now playing Next Culture news How TikTok has shaped the music charts in 2023 TikTok has released its annual report on the influence of the wildly popular social media platform on the music industry. 06/12/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Rapper Young Thug's lyrics used against him on opening day of trial Prosecutors portrayed the YSL crew as a "pack" with Young Thug as its "wolf" in their opening statement. 28/11/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of rape in new 'revenge porn' lawsuit Rap mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs is being sued by a woman who says he drugged and sexually assaulted her in 1991. 24/11/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Eminem is coming to online video game Fortnite Eminem - Meet Rap Boy, Slim Shady, and Marshall Never More. 24/11/2023
Now playing Next Culture news A$AP Rocky must stand trial on charges he fired gun at former friend There is apparently enough evidence for rapper (and Rihanna's partner) A$AP Rocky to stand trial on charges that he fired a gun at a former friend. 21/11/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Kanye West drops first song since antisemitic meltdowns. Hit or flop? Kanye "Ye" West has released a new song, ‘Vultures’, his first since antisemitic meltdowns cratered his career. And not only is it hot trash - he’s actually doubling down... CONTENT WARNING: This article features strong language. 20/11/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Sean 'Diddy' Combs and singer Cassie settle lawsuit alleging abuse Rap artist Sean "Diddy" Combs has been accused of rape and abuse by singer and former partner Casandra “Cassie” Ventura. No terms of the settlement agreement were disclosed. 20/11/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Rap mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces rape claims from ex-partner Cassie The rap artist and producer Sean "Diddy" Combs is accused of rape and sexual abuse by his former partner Casandra “Cassie” Ventura. 17/11/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Leonardo DiCaprio: Birthday rap draws ‘Succession’ comparisons Leonardo DiCaprio - sorry, L to the OG - and his birthday rapping efforts have been likened to Kendall Roy’s in ‘Succession’. Which is a bit harsh. 15/11/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Culture Re-View: How three Jewish boys changed hip-hop 15 November 1986: ‘Licensed to Ill’ is released. 15/11/2023
Now playing Next Culture news 2Pac killer suspect pleads "not guilty" The man accused with the 1996 murder of rap legend Tupac Shakur has plead not guilty ahead of a grand jury trial in Las Vegas. 03/11/2023
Now playing Next Culture news 'Mastermind' behind Tupac's murder to appear in court Prosecutors accuse Duane “Keffe D” Davis of being the mastermind behind the 1996 Las Vegas shooting that resulted in the death of 25-year-old Tupac Shakur. 04/10/2023
Now playing Next Culture news How Central Cee is bridging the gap between the UK and the USA With his chart-topping tracks, international collaborations, and strategic efforts to bridge the gap between UK and US rap cultures, he's opening doors for fellow British artists to follow in his footsteps. 13/09/2023