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Party With A Purpose: Actor, Organizer Kendrick Sampson’s Birthday Bash Builds Power & Community

Many people recognize Kendrick Sampson, 37, as a talented, charismatic TV and film actor—with leading roles in Issa Rae’s cultural phenomenon Insecure, and 2022’s meet-cute romcom, Something from Tiffany’s, among others. But alongside and intertwined with building a prolific career in Hollywood, the multi-hyphenate entertainer is building something else: Black Power. Through his organization BLD PWR, […]

From Houston With Love: 50 Cent Lowkey the Unofficial Mayor of H-Town

50 Cent might be from New York, but his love for Houston is serious. While he’s always repped his city hard, his connection to H-Town goes beyond just business—it’s real love. One of the most unforgettable moments was when he pulled up to the Houston Rodeo in full cowboy gear—boots, hat, everything. That was 50 […]

Beyoncé’s “COWBOY CARTER” tour stops in Houston: how to get tickets

Beyoncé will bring her “COWBOY CARTER” tour to her hometown, Houston, for a two-night run in June. Learn how to get tickets here. Beyoncé’s “COWBOY CARTER” Tour Dates in Houston: How to Get Tickets Jo Vito

Plaxico Burress Vibes: Houston Rapper OG 2 Low Almost Shot Himself In The Leg On Podcast

OG 2 Low, a veteran rapper with ties to the Rap-A-Lot Records camp, was on a podcast and accidentally discharged his gun.

BIG3 Basketball League Expands With Miami, Houston Teams

Investors in Miami and Houston have secured franchises for the 2025 BIG3 basketball season, according to reports. The two teams join Los Angeles as the league looks to pivot to a traditional city-based model moving forward.

Roda Osman AKA “Brick Lady” Charged For Making Up Assault

Roda Osman, a Texas woman also known as Brick Lady, was charged with fabricating a story of being struck by a brick by a man she rejected.

Mother Of BTB Savage Speaks Out About Son’s Death

The mother of slain 26-year-old rapper BTB Savage spoke publicly about her son's violent death in Houston, Texas. The post Mother Of BTB Savage Speaks Out About Son’s Death appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.

BTB Savage Reportedly Shot & Killed Hours After Posting Bloody Photo

BTB Savage, a rapper based in Houston, Texas, was reportedly shot and killed just hours after posting a photo of him standing in blood. The post BTB Savage Reportedly Shot & Killed Hours After Posting Bloody Photo appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.

Alleged Takeoff Shooter Freed On $1M Bond

HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Jay L. Clendenin / Getty The man alleged to have shot and killed Migos member Takeoff last November is now out of jail thanks to a hefty bond being posted. According to reports, Patrick Xavier Clark was released from the Harris County jail on Wednesday (Jan. 4). His bond was set at $1 million. Clark is set to appear back in court March 9 to stand trial for the murder of Kirshnik Khari Ball, aka Takeoff, one-third of the Atlanta, Grammy Award-nominated group Migos.  Related Stories The 33-year-old had initially received a bond of $2 million after his arrest by law enforcement Dec. 1. Clark’s lawyers, Letitia Quinones and Carl Moore argued that the bond amount was excessive and unconstitutional. Under the law in Texas, bond amounts are set to ensure th...

Lawyer Claims Takeoff Shooting Suspect’s Trip To Mexico Was “Pre-planned”

HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Paras Griffin / Getty A lawyer for the man accused of the murder of Migos rapper Takeoff claims that he wasn’t trying to evade authorities at his latest court hearing. According to reports, Patrick Xavier Clark appeared in court for his second hearing in Houston, Texas on Monday morning (Dec. 5), after being brought into custody for allegedly shooting and killing the “Stir Fry” rapper outside of a bowling alley in the downtown area a month ago. At that hearing, Clark’s $2 million bond was discussed with his attorneys filing a motion for it to be reduced. A sticking point was a revelation by the Houston police that claimed Clark had obtained an expedited passport and had tickets to Mexico in his possession before being arrested. “That was something that wa...

Lawyer Claims Takeoff Shooting Suspect’s Trip To Mexico Was “Pre-planned”

HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Paras Griffin / Getty A lawyer for the man accused of the murder of Migos rapper Takeoff claims that he wasn’t trying to evade authorities at his latest court hearing. According to reports, Patrick Xavier Clark appeared in court for his second hearing in Houston, Texas on Monday morning (Dec. 5), after being brought into custody for allegedly shooting and killing the “Stir Fry” rapper outside of a bowling alley in the downtown area a month ago. At that hearing, Clark’s $2 million bond was discussed with his attorneys filing a motion for it to be reduced. A sticking point was a revelation by the Houston police that claimed Clark had obtained an expedited passport and had tickets to Mexico in his possession before being arrested. “That was something that wa...

Someone Snuck Into a Liquid Stranger Show Through the Venue’s Air Ducts

Liquidity is a superhuman power one person conjured while sneaking into a Liquid Stranger show in Houston, Texas.  An unexpected guest apparently broke in through the ceilings of the venue, wriggling through the air ducts and into the men’s bathroom at Liquid Stranger’s recent show at Ayva. A video shared by a fan, which appears to be a screengab from Snapchat, is captioned: “Dude just snuck in through the ceiling.” It shows a young man stepping on the bathroom’s hand dryer and his other foot on the bathroom’s mirror. As the board from the ceiling falls on his back, he jumps on the sink and then onto the floor.  The man did stay at the show, according to a number of responses on Twitter.  Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles Liquid Stra...