Ant200 (@ant200_) - "Monster 2" EP

Jackson, Mississippi’s own Ant200 returns with the explosive second installment of his Monster EP series. Packed with 11 tracks, Monster 2 showcases Ant200’s raw lyricism, street wisdom, and Southern flavor as he continues to carve his lane in the rap game. 

Star2 (@Star2Official) - "No Place Like Home" EP

Star2’s new EP No Place Like Home is his most personal project yet - rooted in Thailand, Burma (Kawthoolei), and the U.S. No Place Like Home is a global story told through a personal lens - connecting his Ka-ren heritage (Burma’s Kawthoolei), his Thai refugee upbringing, and his current base in Southern California.

Google is Going to Provide Financial Boost for Families

 

Google is co-funding a pilot program that will provide $12,000 per year to 225 families in California's Bay Area. The program, called It All Adds Up, will give $1,000 per month to 225 families randomly selected, while the other 225 families will receive $50 per month. 

Inside Adele's Beverly Hills Compound

 

Adele is becoming a huge player in the international real estate game! The beginning of 2022 marrled her latest endeavour - the purchase of a mega-mansion in Beverly Hills. The home was listed for over $100 million but the singer got a deal at $58 million!

#Flashback Michael Jackson - Super Bowl XXVII

 

Michael Jackson Super Bowl XXVII 1993 Halftime Show Performed In California At January 31, 1993, It Includes Jam, Billie Jean, Black or White, We Are The World And Heal The World. Michael Jackson's halftime performance continues to hold the record as the highest-rated in history, with 133.4 million US viewers tuning in.

California Lifts Ban on Lowrider Cruising

 

Cruising is finally legal throughout the state of California. Lowriders, known for their modified cars with hydraulic suspensions, are now able to cruise down Whittier Boulevard in East Los Angeles and beyond without fear of being stopped or fined.

Should Keefe D get Life in Prison for Murder of Tupac?

 

 One of the last living witnesses to the fatal shooting of Tupac Shakur, was charged with murder. He is a onetime gangster linked to the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur has admitted he knows who shot the rapper dead.

Keefe D pleaded not guilty to the murder of Tupac Shakur, 27 years after the influential rapper's shooting. Now his request to be freed from prison before his trial has been receiving some heat as prosecutors state he's too dangerous.

Kendrick Lamar or J. Cole?

 

The Wrap Up Magazine is back with another round of Celebrity Match Ups. This time they return with a versus between Kendrick Lamar and J.Cole. Who would you pick as the best artist?

Taco Bell Hires Their 1st Black CEO

 

Taco Bell, a subsidiary of Yum! Brands and one of America's most 4th highest-grossing fast-food chains recently tabbed Sean Tresvant as their new CEO. The Portland, Oregon, native will assume the role on January 1, 2024. Thus, making him the first African American to hold the position. 

Megan Thee Stallion vs Doja Cat

 

Both Megan Thee Stallion and Doja Cat have been making a huge splash for themselves lately. Both artists are talented, and fans love them. Join the Wrap-Up Magazine in voting in which of the two ladies has the best vocals.

Before we go on to leave are opinion of the two, lets learn a little about them both.

#Stream #NewMusic MURS x Wiardon - Starting Lineup

 

California emcee Murs & Texas beatsmith Wiardon present "Starting Lineup", featuring Larry June & ICECOLDBISHOP, the lead single from their collaboration EP speak n spell. Murs is a trailblazer of first the West Coast then the global underground hip-hop scene, going from selling cassettes of his music around the world with Living Legends to releasing albums with Warner Music Group, Def Jux, Rhymesayers, Strange Music and Dame Dash to name just a few.

Inside Michael Jackson's Grave like Never Before

 

There are many rumors floating around stating that Michael Jackson's coffin is empty and Michael's body is not actually buried at Forest Lawn cemetery. These claims seem to be pure speculation, but there is no way to know for sure. Only people very close to Michael Jackson, like his mother, would know.

Jennifer Lopez or Carmen Ortega?

 

Celebrity Match Up is back with another round of famous celebrities. This round it's Jennifer Lopez and Carmen Ortega.

Join The Wrap Up Magazine and engage into this article. Which celebrity best fits your needs? Who wore the dress better? Who is the most dazzling?

Kendrick Lamar Named "Greatest Rapper of His Generation"

 

Drake, J. Cole, and Kendrick Lamar were three of the best-selling rappers of the 2010s. They released their debut albums in succession (2010, 2011, and 2012), and the age difference between the iconic emcees is only two years. Each of the thought-provoking recording artists has Grammy awards on their resume, with legions of fans who will vouch for their superiority as lyricists. 

However, when it comes to the writers and editors at the New York Times, they have determined that Kendrick Lamar reigns supreme, which is an accomplishment considering that media outlets on the East Coast, whether they're hip-hop based, pop culture magazines or daily newspapers, have historically heaped such praise on rappers in their region, for the most part.

Jay-Z Invests $16.5 Million Into Robot-Powered Restaurant

 

JAY-Z continues to expand his business portfolio with a series of sound investments. His most recent uptaking includes investing $16.5 million USD into a soon-to-launch mobile robot-powered pizza restaurant, Stellar Pizza.

Bill Restricting Use of Rap Lyrics in Court Officially Signed

 

On Friday (September 30), California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill into action that will restrict the use of rap lyrics as evidence in court. AB 2799—The Decriminalizing Artistic Expression Act, was unanimously approved by the California State Senate in August 2022.

The Shipping Supply Specialist

 

Uline is a privately held American company which offers shipping and other business supplies. They sell equipment for material handling, warehouse & retail operations, safety & more.

Snoop Dogg Joins Mariah Carey and Jay-Z #Hot100

 

Snoop Dogg continues to make history as a timeless figure in Hip Hop even nearly 30 years following the release of his debut album, Doggystyle.

According to Billboard, the rap deity joined some rare company this week when Snoop became only the third artist to earn a Top 10 Billboard Hot 100 spot in each of the decades from the 1990s through the 2020s.

What Happened to Ruthless Records?

 

Ruthless Records was an American record label founded by Eric "Eazy-E" Wright and Jerry Heller in Compton, California in 1986. Suge Knight had a major role in the downfall of Ruthless. He conned Dre,Miche'lle and the DOC to leave Easy E with stories of how Heller was ripping them off.

Jay-Z Makes Major Investment In Beauty Brand

 

Jay Z is joining his wife in the fashion and beauty investor space. 

ESSENCE recently reported that Beyonce joined Rihanna and others as an investor in a French women’s apparel brand—now it has been reported that Jay-Z is backing premier beauty brand Madison Reed in an investment totaling $33 million, according to Bloomberg.