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Healing From Collective Trauma After The Los Angeles Wildfires

As the people of Los Angeles begin to process the aftermath of the historic wildfires that ravaged the region last month, there’s no question that healing from this collective trauma will take time. The Eaton and Palisades fires—among the most destructive in California history—devastated entire communities across Altadena and the Pacific Palisades, where families have lived for generations.

Coping with the immeasurable loss—of life, homes, and belongings—after a natural disaster will be an ongoing process.… Read more

Rapper Turnt Seller: T-Pain Sells Publishing Catalog to HarbourView

T-Pain, the legendary rapper-singer who changed the game with his Auto-Tune sound, just made a major move by selling off his publishing catalog and some of his select masters to Harbour View Equity Partners.

The decision comes as a way for him to secure and protect the legacy of his music, something he’s poured years of hard work, creativity, and unforgettable moments into. But don’t get it twisted—T-Pain’s not done. He made it clear that he’s just getting started, promising that more music is on the way for his fans.… Read more

Remembering Roberta Flack: 10 Hip-Hop Songs That Sampled The Legendary Vocalist

Roberta Flack, an enduring voice that the world got to know through her chart-topping and soul-stirring ballads, was a source of sound for several Hip-Hop producers over the years. As we continue to honor the life and legacy of the legendary vocalist, Hip-Hop Wired has compiled 10 songs that sampled Roberta Flack’s music.

My first time hearing Roberta Flack occurred when I was in elementary school via the song “Feel Like Makin’ Love,” a beautiful ballad written by the late Gene McDaniels.… Read more

MC Lyte Performs ‘I Wanna Be Down Remix’ (Hip-Hop Wired Exclusive)

Legendary rapper MC Lyte recently blessed Hip-Hop Wired with an exclusive performance, spitting her iconic verse from Brandy’s 1994 hit ‘I Wanna Be Down.’

Fans got a throwback moment as Lyte delivered her verse with the same fire that made it unforgettable. Her bars on the track are still a standout, perfectly matching Brandy’s smooth vocals, and seeing her perform it live brought that same vibe back. MC Lyte’s career is straight legendary. From the jump, she made her mark as one of the first female rappers to break through in a male-dominated industry.… Read more

Lil Durk Named In Wrongful Death Lawsuit Connected To Murder-For-Hire Plot

Lil Durk, already facing a mountain of legal issues, was just named in a wrongful death lawsuit in connection to the murder-for-hire plot that left a cousin of a rival dead. In the recent court filing in Illinois, Lil Durk, his record label, and another business were the target of the lawsuit.

As reported by the Chicago Sun-Times, Lil Durk, real name Durk Banks, is being held on charges connected to the shooting death of rival rapper Quando Rondo’s cousin, Saviay’a Robinson, also known as Lul Pab or Bandup Pablo.… Read more

ASAP Relli Breaks Silence on ASAP Rocky Verdict

ASAP Relli’s response to the verdict of his ex-friend, ASAP Rocky, being declared not guilty seems to reveal his ongoing frustration with both the legal situation and the fallout from his fractured relationship with the ASAP Mob.

In his online post, Relli expressed a sense of indifference toward the opinions of those who have criticized him, including Rocky and the rest of the crew. He framed gossip as a form of escapism for people without meaningful goals, suggesting that those who engage in such behavior are wasting their lives.… Read more

Jaguar Wright Gets Award At Mar-A-Lago, Raising Eyebrows

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Jaguar Wright was presented with an award at the Mar-a-Lago estate of President Donald Trump, raising numerous eyebrows.

On Tuesday, February 18, Jaguar Wright was honored with a special award from the nonprofit organization America’s Future, Inc. The award was presented by General Michael Flynn in a ceremony held at the Mar-a-Lago estate of President Donald Trump. The foundation announced the “Defender of Freedom” honor via social media.

The caption of the foundation’s post shows Wright standing to the left of Flynn with the award, with the caption reading: “Tonight, Jaguar Wright was honored with the Defender of Freedom award, presented by General Michael Flynn, in recognition of her fearless dedication to truth and justice.… Read more

Roberta Flack, ’70s R&B Vocalist Known for ‘Killing Me Softly,’ Dies at 88

By Chris Morris

Legendary pop/R&B vocalist Roberta Flack, who was launched to stardom in the early ’70s by the Grammy-winning hits “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” and “Killing Me Softly With His Song,” has died, according to a statement from her rep. No cause of death was cited; she was 88.

“We are heartbroken that the glorious Roberta Flack passed away this morning, February 24, 2025,” the statement reads. “She died peacefully surrounded by her family.… Read more

Stephen A. Smith Is Missing The Point In Jay-Z’s Dismissed Assault Case

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When attorney Tony Buzbee filed a civil rape lawsuit against Jay-Z in December, it was certainly one of the most widely covered stories in the country. Buzbee, who represents multiple plaintiffs in the trials against Sean “Diddy” Combs, filed a lawsuit for a Jane Doe who claimed that Combs and Jay-Z repeatedly raped her when she was 13 years old, at an afterparty for the MTV Video Music Awards. Unsurprisingly, before details about the case were even released, social media was flooded with reactions.… Read more

Tyga’s Mother, Pasionaye Nguyen Passes Away at 53

Rapper, Tyga is going through a tough time after the passing of his mother, Pasionaye Nguyen. He shared a heartfelt message online, pouring out his emotions over the loss. He said, “I been trying to understand and process why God takes the most meaningful and most beautifulest people away from us. But I know I’ll never get an answer that will fill the emptiness in my heart. Can’t imagine life without you by my side.… Read more

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