Rapper Rich Homie Quan Dead At 34…

Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2024 - Atlanta, GA -

The entertainment world is in utter shock as news spreads of Atlanta rapper Rich Homie Quan passing away today. He was 34.

Initially thought to be a rumor, news began circulating this morning via social media platform X (formerly Twitter). While full and official details have not been released as of press time, the news has been firmed as true.

We extend our prayers and condolences to family, friends, and fans across the world.

Stay tuned for more details as they become available.

HOUSTON RAPPER ‘BEATKING’ DEAD AT 39 …

The hip-hop industry is in mourning; yet again, with the passing of Houston rapper Beatking. According to reports, the rapper has succumbed to a pulmonary embolism.

Beatking; whose real name was Justin Riley, was said to have fainted during a “morning takeover” with Radio One / Urban One, at which point he was rushed to a nearby hospital.

Certainly well-known and revered throughout the state of Texas, Beatking has also collaborated with the likes of Juicy J, Ludacris, and 2Chainz. His music has dominated club playlists for the greater part of the last decade or more.

He was surrounded by family at the time of his passing. We here at U.G. Digital Media & Publishings send our heartfelt condolences and immense love to family, friends, and fans across the world.

HAPPY 27th ANNIVERSARY TO BTNH’S ‘THE ART OF WAR’…

The years continue to coast by as the members of Bone Thugs N Harmony celebrate their astound career and prolific albums released over the past 30 years.

Today marks the 27th anniversary of their ground-breaking double album; ‘The Art of War’. Released June 29, 1997, it was their second group project following the untimely passing of rapper and mentor Easy-E, and their first stab as dropping a double album. Led by the hit single ‘Look Into My Eyes’; which also doubled as the lead single for the popular film ‘Batman & Robin’, the album immediately took off to grande success, also featuring the classic riff ‘Thug Luv’ with rapper 2Pac. ‘The Art of War’ went on to be certified 4x platinum, and also ignited the singles ‘If I Could Teach The World’ and ‘Body Rott’.

Congratulations are in order for Krayzie Bone, Layzie Bone, Bizzy Bone, Wish Bone, and Flesh-N-Bone!

AUDIO: NAS featuring MS. LAURYN HILL

Rapper NAS has dropped his thirteenth studio titled, a follow-up to last year’s King’s Disease, titled King’s Disease II.

Among the many featured guests throughout the new LP, Ms. Lauryn Hill appears on the track, “Nobody”. Take a listen to the banger below…

Be sure to grab your copy of King’s Disease II, now available with ALL music streaming services.