Irv Gotti: The Hitmaker Behind Hip-Hop's Biggest Anthems
From DMX to Ashanti, Irv Gotti crafted hip-hop’s biggest anthems. As we reflect on his legacy in 2025, his bold vision, industry impact, and timeless sound continue to influence generations.
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G Perico’s ‘LA Gangster’: Redefining West Coast Legacy with Vision and Innovation
G Perico’s 'LA Gangster' mixtape refreshes West Coast rap with bold storytelling, innovation, and a vision that challenges the culture.
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STEBN Fuses Culture and Community to Make Beautiful Music
From ‘Goblin’ to ‘CHROMAKOPIA’ – We Have All of Tyler, the Creator’s Album Covers Ranked
Tyler, the Creator is one of the rap game’s most creative voices. His ‘CHROMAKOPIA’ rollout was grand, to say the least. We’ve ranked all of his album covers.
How Tyler, the Creator’s Contrasting Relationship with His Parents Catapulted Him Into Stardom
Tyler, the Creator’s career has been great, and he credits much of his success to his parental relationships. We have the latest on his parents and more.
‘Reach for the Stars, Shoot for the Moon’: How Kid Cudi Built A Multimillion-Dollar Net Worth
Kid Cudi has raked in millions as one of music’s most abstract and profound voices. In the process, he’s stacked up a net worth of millions. We have the latest.
Kool & The Gang Hype Man Michael Sumler Killed in a Tragic Car Accident
Michael Sumler’s was killed in a tragic car accident. His death brought renewed attention to his years with Kool & The Gang — read for more details.
Tastes Like Money: Offset’s Impressive Net Worth and His Shocking Spousal Support Filing
Offset doesn’t just rap about money, he’s got millions in the bank. We wet into Offset’s net worth, his investments and business ventures, and his spousal support filing against Cardi B.
What Happened to Skilla Baby? Details on His Shooting, Car Accident, and More
Get the inside scoop on what happened to Skilla Baby, details of his shooting and car accident, and his recovery.
Kevin Ross Trades Slow Jams for Love Uptempo
Kevin Ross is a singer-songwriter who has penned songs for some of R&B’s greatest acts and several projects of his own. He shares his artistic growth on a new EP, Love Uptempo Vol. 1, plus his vision for his career and the future of the industry.
Doechii and Samsung Launch Galaxy S25 Edge With Sky-High NYC Concert
Samsung launched the ultra-slim Galaxy S25 Edge with a sky-high NYC concert by Doechii at Edge Hudson Yards, blending music, tech, and AI innovation.
Hot Boys Reimagined: Rapper B.G. Reveals His Picks for a Modern-Day Hot Boys
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Flavor Flav Proves Hip-Hop Can Still Be a Force for Good
Hip-hop legend Flavor Flav reflects on the genre's evolution and uses his platform to advocate for women’s sports and positive cultural change.
Tory Lanez’s Appeal Reignites Debate Over Megan Thee Stallion Shooting
Two years into his sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in the foot, Tory Lanez appeal—and a prison stabbing—puts the case back in the spotlight.
“Dark Thoughts” Lead to ‘Dopamine’: Details on Lil Tecca’s Latest Release Date, Features, and More
Lil Tecca’s been silent and reserved about details for his new album, Dopamine, but we’ve done some digging and have the latest on its release date and more.
Young Thug Has a Village Behind Him — Everything To Know About the Rapper’s Children
Rapper Young Thug has six children and three baby mamas. Here's a look at his life as a father and potential new family with Mariah the Scientist.
King and Queen of Controversy: 50 Cent and Tia Kemp’s Drama-Filled History
50 Cent and Tia Kemp are controversial celebrities known for stirring the pot online. But the pair also have a history that dates back to 2009.
Rap in Eternal Peace: We’re Mourning These Rappers Who Died in 2025
It’s been a heavy year for the hip-hop world. We’re commemorating these 6 rappers who died in 2025.
‘3000 Degrees Celsius’: How André 3000 Accumulated a Scorching Multimillion-Dollar Net Worth
Andre 3000 is one of the rap game’s finest. After a career as a pioneer of southern rap, he’s expanding his range. We have details on his net worth and more.
Childish Gambino’s Bag Is All Grown Up: A Detailed Look at His Net Worth
Childish Gambino has proven himself as one of the blog era’s most prominent voices. We have all the details on his multimillion-dollar net worth and career.
Don Toliver’s Lavish Life: A Breakdown of His Net Worth, Fashion Empire, and Family
Rapper Don Toliver's music and career choices have helped him find financial success to share with his family. Here's a look at his net worth.
Meek Mill’s Net Worth: Exploring His Journey From Rapper to Philanthropist and Entrepreneur
What's Meek Mill's net worth and is he still signed to MMG? Read to find out who Meek Mill is signed to and how he built his empire.
From Songwriting To Being Mr. Put It On: Inside Pharrell’s Music and Fashion Empire
Pharrell Williams found success in the music industry and parlayed that into a fully functional creative career. Here's the scoop on his net worth.
From Rap’s Golden Child to a Millennial Mogul: How Bow Wow Built His Fortune
Bow Wow’s net worth has been built over three decades. From chart-topping albums to sold-out shows, he’s made a pretty penny but faced ugly hardships.
Is Lil Durk Muslim? Exploring the Rapper’s Faith and Its Influence on His Life
:Is Lil Durk Muslim? Discover how the rapper’s Islamic faith influences his music, mindset, and life through public affirmations and personal growth.
How Shaboozey Made It Big: Explore His Net Worth, Career Milestones, and Chart-Topping Hits
Discover Shaboozey's net worth. Read for a complete breakdown of his career journey, hits, and his success in the country-rap genre!
From Bars to Keys: Everything We Know About André 3000’s Unexpected Piano Project
André 3000 dropped a new surprise piano album during the 2025 Met Gala. This is his second solo album, following his new trend of instrumentalism over lyrics.
YFN Lucci's Financial Standing: A Look at the Rapper's Multimillion-Dollar Net Worth
YFN Lucci is back like he never left, and he's got the net worth to prove it. Following his release from prison, the rapper is living good and giving back.
Are Young Thug and Gunna Still Friends? Here's Where They Stand After the YSL RICO Trial
Young Thug and Gunna’s friendship has been a topic amongst fans since their indictment in 2022. With a new album on the way, there may be a reunion soon.
The Details of Iman Shumpert and Teyana Taylor's Prenuptiual Agreement
Rumors have circulated about whether Iman Shumpter and Teyana Taylor did or didn't sign a prenup. So what's the truth? Here's what we know.
Omarion’s Children Are His Greatest Accomplishment — Meet Megaa and A'mei
Does omarion have children? Omarion is a father to two kids whom he fathered with his ex-girlfriend, Apryl Jones. Here’s everything we know!
Bleu Music Friday No. 29
Bleu Music Friday celebrates the new music releases from established artist and rising stars.
When Is "Murder on My Mind" Rapper YNW Melly Getting Out of Jail? Here's the Latest
YNW Melly was one of 2018’s biggest new artists in the spotlight. However, his run-in with legal troubles has created uncertainty in his career’s future.
Powers Pleasant’s Victory Lap: Finding Triumph with ‘Life Sucks’
Multi-platinum producer and DJ Powers Pleasant returns with Life Sucks, a roller-coaster album that blends genre-defying sounds and heartfelt messages.
Bleu Music Friday No. 28
Bleu Music Friday celebrates the new music releases from established artist and rising stars.
‘Every Little Step’ Bobby Brown Took to Get to the Bag: All About His Net Worth, Marriages, and More
Bobby Brown's net worth is just as flashy as he is, from being a founder of New Edition to reality TV. He made a killing as the Prince of New Jack Swing.
Behind the Scenes of Vybz Kartel’s Quiet Battle With Serious Health Issues
This dancehall superstar fought for his freedom, now he’s fighting for his health. But Vybz Kartel’s illness isn’t stopping his passion for music.
Yemi Alade: Reigning as the Rebel Queen
Yemi Alade's unwavering commitment to originality shines through in Rebel Queen, as she reflects on staying true to herself in a music industry often driven by trends.
From Lockdown to Legacy: B.G. Reclaims His Crown
In an exclusive interview with Bleu Magazine, B.G. reflects on life after lockup, reuniting with the Hot Boys, and the challenges of creating new music while navigating post-release restrictions.
Are Bow Wow and Omarion Still Friends? Behind the Millennium Tour Beef
Bow Wow and Omarion's friendship has been a rocky road. The two were collaborators, but there appears to be some beef between the former duo.
Bleu Music Friday No. 27
Bleu Music Friday celebrates the new music releases from established artist and rising stars.
Where Did the Slow Jams Go? 112 on the Vanishing Love and Soul of R&B
Legendary group 112 sits down with Bleu Magazine to discuss the evolution of R&B, the fading art of the genre's romance, and what it will take to restore its depth and emotion.
Bleu Music Friday No. 26
Bleu Music Friday celebrates the new music releases from established artist and rising stars.
Sean Kingston’s Come up and Crash Out: Here's Why He's Facing Serious Jail Time
Sean Kingston is awaiting sentencing, leaving fans to question what will happen to the hitmaker. He’s now facing serious federal fraud charges.
Bleu Music Friday No. 25
Bleu Music Friday celebrates the new music releases from established artist and rising stars.
"Dear Dad": These Underrated Rap Songs Explore the Complex Father-Son Dynamic
What rap songs are about fathers and sons? From Kanye West and Jay-Z to Will Smith, these songs are all about what it means to be a dad.
Unpacking Young Thug’s Family Ties: Meet the Women Who Share Children With the Rapper
Young Thug’s relationships with his baby mamas have been eventful to say the least. The rapper has admittedly had a rocky time with the mothers of his six children.
PapaRaZzle: Bringing the Vibes With His New EP, I’m In Paris, I Miss You
London-based Afro-fusion artist PapaRaZzle recently released his new EP, I’m In Paris, I Miss You, which was heavily influenced by his recent trip to Paris.
SAINt JHN Shares Hilarious Yet Meaningful Advice JAY-Z Gave Him
JHN is one of the few people who has received some unorthodox wisdom from Hov.
From Weezy to Wiz Khalifa: Here's a Detailed Look At 2025’s Most Anticipated Upcoming Rap Albums
2024 had a ton of amazing albums in store for us, and 2025 is bringing us even more. From Aminé to Lil Wayne, we have details on the year’s hottest drops.
