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Amy Winehouse - Hip Hop Hero

The 1980s hip-hop group who inspired Amy Winehouse: “I’ve got my music now”

An important influence.

May 4, 2026

James Broadnax - Hip Hop Hero

Texas executes man after being sentenced to death over rap lyrics

Travis Scott condemned the execution.

May 1, 2026

Weez Gotti - Hip Hop Hero

California rapper arrested on gun charges over Airbnb break-in

Held without bail.

Apr 30, 2026

Cleezy5 - Hip Hop Hero

Baton Rouge rapper shot and killed outside gym

Affiliated with Fredo Bang.

Apr 30, 2026

Gucci Mane - Pooh Shiesty - Hip Hop Hero

Pooh Shiesty’s lawyer withdraws from Gucci Mane kidnapping case

“The government has a lot of explaining to do.”

Apr 29, 2026

Lil Zay Osama - Hip Hop Hero

Chicago rapper Lil Zay Osama arrested on robbery and kidnapping charges

Over an alleged home invasion.

Apr 29, 2026

Cleetis Mack - Rapper - Digital Underground - 2017

Digital Underground rapper Cleetis Mack dies suddenly

A member of the 1990s group.

Apr 29, 2026

HavinMotion - Hip Hop Hero

Maryland rapper HavinMotion shot and killed at 22

Murdered in Washington DC.

Apr 28, 2026

Wacka Flocka Flame - Hip Hop Hero

Waka Flocka Flame slams masturbation: “That shit nasty as fuck”

“I don’t do no jerking off.”

Apr 28, 2026

John Forté - 2012 - Rapper - Musician

Cause of death revealed for Fugees collaborator John Forté

He died in January.

Apr 28, 2026

Shyne - Hip Hop Hero

Brooklyn president honours Shyne with his own day

Recognising his career.

Apr 27, 2026

Allstar JR - Rapper - 2025

Michigan rapper Allstar JR arrested over Houston shooting

NBA Ben10 was reportedly a victim.

Apr 24, 2026