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[XXL Magazine @XXL]

Jaÿ-Z and Eminem will reunite on the new Rakim, Kurupt and Masta Killa collab album.

On Sunday (June 7), the project's A&R and executive producer, M80, shared the tracklist for the upcoming project. Track No. 6 is listed as an interlude featuring Hov and Shady. It is unclear if they will rap on the guest appearance. If so, it will be their first musical collab since 2001's "Renegade" from Jigga's The Blueprint album.

The new Rakim, Kurupt and Masta Killa album is slated to drop in August.

[Top5 @TheOGTop5]

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30 years ago today, 2Pac released “Hit ‘Em Up” 🗣️

[•UP•NORTH•TRIPS• @evboogie]

On this day in 1997, Wu-Tang Forever was released.

[AL One🎙️ @iamAL_O1ne]

“Dopamine” remixed by your boy…. Might be the start of something or mighty not 🤷🏻‍♂️ but either way, I like the way this track came out.

@akidcalledbeast

[Truethingz™️ @Manlike_Solz]

In 1996, 2Pac came home from prison and dropped “California Love.”

“Out on bail, fresh out of jail, California dreamin’” might be the greatest comeback opening line in hip-hop history.

The song went No. 1, became a worldwide anthem, and turned West Coast pride into a timeless celebration.

Nearly 30 years later, “California Love” still makes every party feel like summer. 🔥

[Truethingz™️ @Manlike_Solz]

Vintage Pic of Eazy E At Disneyland in 1987!!

[XXL Magazine @XXL]

Rob Base, one-half of the duo Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock, has passed away at the age of 59.

On Friday (May 22), Rob Base's family confirmed on his Instagram page that the "It Takes Two" rapper had died following a private battle with cancer, just days after celebrating his 59th birthday.

"Today, we share the heartbreaking news that hip hop legend Rob Base passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, surrounded by family after a private battle with cancer 💔,” read the heartfelt message.

"Rob's music, energy, and legacy helped shape a generation and brought joy to millions around the world. Beyond the stage, he was a loving father, family man, friend, and creative force whose impact will never be forgotten."

[Eli @elic1508]

Shout out my West Coast SoCal Beasts… this track’s for the real ones. Good vibes, all love. West Coast Beasts. AKCB.

@NeilGallero @FlacoFuerte80 @TooMazing265 @iamAL_O1ne

#AKCB #EliLabs

[Ice Cube @icecube]

😂😂😂 That’s my boy!

[Truethingz™️ @Manlike_Solz]

2pac Shakur spoke for the people because he saw music as a responsibility, not just entertainment.

[Complex Music @ComplexMusic]

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Wu-Tang Clan have released some of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time. Here are the 20 best 🧵

[XXL Magazine @XXL]

Nine years ago today, Kendrick Lamar dropped his fourth studio album DAMN. 💽

What’s your top three on here?

[DMX @DMX]

🕊️ Earl “DMX’ Simmons 🕊️
December 18, 1970 - April 9, 2021

[XXL Magazine @XXL]

Seven years ago today, we lost Nipsey Hussle.

R.I.P 🕊

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@iamAL_O1ne @akidcalledbeast

[Complex Music @ComplexMusic]

Long live The Notorious B.I.G. 🕊️

May 21, 1972 — March 9, 1997

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⬇️ TODAY IN HIP-HOP ⬇️

2005: 50 Cent releases his multi-platinum album The Massacre

What’s your favorite track off this?

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⬇️ TODAY IN HIP-HOP ⬇️

1999: Lauryn Hill wins 5 Grammys, becoming the first rap/hip-hop artist to win Album Of The Year

She also became the first female solo artist to win five awards in one night 🐐

[Melodies & Masterpieces @SVG__Collection]

Remembering the great Big L, who passed away on this day in 1999.