54+ min ago  (248+ words) Chad da Don Drops Introspective Single "AMEN" Featuring Pdot O. South African rap heavyweight Chad da Don has officially unveiled the visualizer for his latest single "AMEN", featuring fellow wordsmith Pdot O, delivering a deeply reflective moment for local hip-hop fans…...

2+ hour, 29+ min ago  (372+ words) Canadian rapper Drake has launched a new club-rap studio album titled Maid of Honour through OVO Sound and Republic Records in 2026. The 45-minute project marks a musical shift as the artist attempts to reclaim his status as a premier hitmaker…...

1+ hour, 29+ min ago  (484+ words) Even Drake's producer Gordo had no idea the rapper was going to release three albums. Drake dropped three albums last week but even his producer didn't know The What Did I Miss? hitmaker's friend and frequent collaborator had worked on…...

6+ hour, 46+ min ago  (358+ words) Ice Cube and Mike Epps have confirmed the long awaited fourth instalment in the beloved Friday franchise has finally been greenlit, with cameras expected to roll later this year. While the original films built their cult legacy around absurd neighbourhood…...

7+ hour, 20+ min ago  (316+ words) Rapper Rick Ross publicly ridiculed Drake on May 15, 2026, via Instagram Stories following the simultaneous launch of the Toronto artist's three new projects, "Iceman," "Maid of Honour," and "Habibti." The critical response from Ross drew immediate retaliation from Drake's OVO camp,…...

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7+ hour, 3+ min ago  (120+ words) It seems the White House was also'anticipating Drake's Iceman. Following the release of the album, the White Housed posted a video soundtracked by the song "Make Them Know." In the clip, President Donald Trump takes on the role of "Iceman,…...

4+ hour, 35+ min ago  (873+ words) Album Review Pitchfork No score yet, be the first to add. OVO Sound / Republic The part in Kendrick Lamar's diss tracks that really shattered Drake's ego'more than "The Epstein Angle," the accusations of ironed-on abs, or losing custody of De…...

8+ hour, 1+ min ago  (1396+ words) Aron A. is a features editor for Hot New Hip Hop. Beginning his tenure at Hot New Hip Hop in July 2017, he has comprehensively documented the biggest stories in the culture over the past few years. Throughout his time, Aron's helped…...

5+ hour, 7+ min ago  (148+ words) With new stops in Minneapolis, Montreal, Charlotte, Orlando, and more Jack Harlow has announced new North American and a United Kingdom tour dates for his 2026 "Monica Tour." Harlow added six dates in the US, Canada and the UK to the…...