The number of people injured at Astroworld last year was astronomically higher than what was first estimated — at least if you believe the attorneys representing the alleged victims. Sean Roberts, Jason Atkin and Richard Mithoff — whose firms are repping scores of people suing over the tragedy in a class action-esque suit — filed

Young Thug and Gunna have found themselves in the middle of a massive bust, involving charges of racketeering and gang activity … with YT already taken into custody. Law enforcement sources tell TMZ Young Thug is currently locked up in Fulton County on charges of conspiracy to violate the racketeer influence and corrupt organizations act,

iLoveMemphis, the rapper responsible for the “Hit The Quan” dance craze, allegedly had a little too much fun at a raging block party … because he left in handcuffs. Memphis was arrested Saturday after cops say they responded to a home hosting a bash with at least 50 people, where someone reported bottles being thrown

Sam Hunt and his wife called off their divorce and all signs point to reconciliation. According to new legal docs, obtained by TMZ, Sam’s wife, Hannah Lee Fowler, asked the court to dismiss the divorce case last month, and a judge signed off. Remember … Hannah cited infidelity when she originally filed for divorce back

Kendrick Lamar is a man of many faces, including some very famous ones he features in his new music video … addressing the most infamous moments of the past few years. KL dropped a song Sunday called ‘The Heart Part 5,’ where he talks about the culture at lightning quick speed, hopscotching through different scenarios

Play video content Twitter / @meganfatcheeks Megan Thee Stallion looked more like Megan Thee Rag Doll in NYC this weekend — and that’s because her boyfriend was having his way with her in the club … woof! The femcee was hosting a party Saturday night in the Big Apple in honor of her new single,

Play video content Audacy Eminem packs just as much of a punch as any heavy metal band out there — at least that’s what the guy who runs the Rock & Roll HOF says … which isn’t going over so well. Greg Harris — the CEO of the Hall — said as much this much

Play video content TMZ.com There was a massive party in South Beach Friday night … and just about every celeb in the 305 was there. The bash was thrown by American Express in partnership with The h.wood Group and Sports Illustrated during Formula 1 Grand Prix weekend. The party, called Carbone Beach — after awesome

Play video content TMZ.com Jack Harlow SZN is officially upon us with the release of his new album “Come Home the Kids Miss You” — and his label boss, DJ Drama, says Jack’s impressing his peers as much as fans. The project touts all-legend features — Drake, Lil Wayne, Pharrell and Justin Timberlake — and

Play video content TMZ Hip Hop DJ Carnage alarmed his million-strong Instagram following by announcing his retirement — at just 31 years old — but instead of saying goodbye, they can say hello … to Gordo, anyway!!! He joined us Friday on “TMZ Hip Hop” to officially announce the end of his “Carnage era” and

42 Dugg‘s patented “Free Dem Boyz” slogan now applies to himself as well. The Detroit rapper — who’s signed with Lil Baby and Yo Gotti — was reportedly arrested the moment he got off a plane from Memphis. Dugg, whose government name is Dion Hayes, failed to turn himself in to a West Virginia federal

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are certainly a pair in love, but aren’t on the course to get married, at least not anytime soon … despite what fans may speculate from his new video. Sources close to the couple tell TMZ the two aren’t engaged, despite A$AP’s newly-dropped “D.M.B.” video, where they flashed their grills at

Play video content TMZ.com Three 6 Mafia legend and Academy Award-winner Juicy J is having himself a career renaissance after nearly 30 years in rap, and he says it’s time to put some respect on his rank in the biz! Juicy J chopped it up with the “TMZ Hip Hop” crew Wednesday … fresh off

The same guy who allegedly rushed Dave Chappelle on stage also used the comedian as the inspiration behind his own rap career … naming a song after DC. You heard that right … Isaiah Lee, the 23-year-old allegedly responsible for the attack, is a self-proclaimed rapper by the name of NoName_Trapper. He actually has a

The Kidd Creole — a rap pioneer from Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five — just got a lengthy prison sentence for his conviction in the stabbing death of a homeless man. Manhattan D.A. Alvin L. Bragg Jr. announced the rap legend’s sentence Wednesday … 16 years in state prison, followed by 5 years of

Kanye West is getting dragged to court over one of his songs on “Donda” … because a pastor in Texas claims Yeezy sampled his sermon without his permission. Ye is being sued by Bishop David Paul Moten, who claims Kanye filled out the song “Come To Life” with audio of Moten’s own religious speech. In

Play video content TMZ.com Platinum-selling “Moonwalking in Calabasas” rapper DDG is swatting a hip hop hornet’s nest by proclaiming today’s rappers are 10x better than their old school counterparts … and Layzie Bone ain’t having it! So, in DDG’s words … Snoop Dogg, JAY-Z, Nas and others need to take a backseat to today’s streaming

Jack Harlow is currently maximizing his “First Class” seat in hip hop … calling on some heavy hitters to ensure his sophomore album “Come Home The Kids Miss You” doesn’t slump when it drops. Just yesterday, Harlow hinted that his album, dropping Friday, features nothing but legends and on Tuesday, he unveiled the full 15-song

Play video content TMZ Hip Hop Rick Ross is flashing his bubbly persona — and, of course, some Belaire champagne — as he ramps up for his huge car show by checking in with the crew at TMZ Hip Hop. The Biggest Bawse appeared on Monday’s episode to pour some tea on his first annual

Play video content TMZ.com Lil Xan is not only doing much better, but he’s taking extra precautions to make sure he stays sober when he returns to life on the road. We caught up with the rapper this weekend at BOA Steakhouse … where he told us about his progress and how he plans to

Kid Rock and Bruce Springsteen are going head-to-head in a very unofficial fan poll taking place on the internet — and wouldn’t you know it … it’s politics as usual, yet again. Somebody posed the strange question this weekend … asking Twitter quite simply, “Bruce Springsteen or Kid Rock” — and boy, did the bird

Rihanna wants to make it clear to everyone … she and A$AP Rocky are solid. A$AP headlined at the Smokers Club Festival Saturday night in WeHo, and RiRi was backstage showing her support. She’s reportedly just weeks away from giving birth to her first child, but showing up at the club was clearly important to

Rapper Pooh Shiesty won’t be a completely free man even after he does his time for a wild shootout — the artist will have some serious restrictions, according to legal documents. Pooh’s sentencing docs, obtained by TMZ, show he’ll have to be on supervised release for 3 years once he completes his 63 months in

Paul McCartney and John Lennon‘s relationship is often seen as bitter, but this week … Macca seems to have made it clear … him and John can still come together, even now. The Beatles frontman was performing this week in Spokane, WA … and toward the end of the show, during an encore performance, PMC

The man that was allegedly beat up by DaBaby and his crew was apparently throwing the N-word around during his confrontation with the group … at least according to new video. The North Carolina rapper posted the footage himself Saturday, which appears to show Gary Prager pacing back and forth on the grounds of the

Play video content Instagram / @djkhaled DJ Khaled turned into Adam Sandler to appease his son who was in the mood for some Mickey D’s — looking far and wide for a burger/toy combo … and finally scoring! The music producer went on an elaborate mission, it seems, to honor a weekend tradition he and

Questlove is fresh off his first Oscar for his “Summer Of Soul” documentary, and it sounds like he wants to hand Action Bronson some hardware too … for his latest album. As new music releases flooded social media and DSPs Friday, The Roots’ drummer, Oscar winner and, let’s not forget, all-around hip hop genius …

Play video content TMZ.com Travis Scott has another fellow artist supporting his decision to resume his music career following the Astroworld tragedy that left 10 people dead. TMZ Hip Hop caught up with Tinashe at LAX, and the R&B starlet feels it’s prime time for Cactus Jack’s comeback. While she acknowledged the festival was indeed

Play video content Talk TV Sharon Osbourne is just 3 days into her new TV show, but a family health emergency has forced her to put things on hold … Ozzy has COVID-19. In a tearful interview with Talk TV — the new network Sharon’s joined — she says Ozzy was only recently diagnosed, but

Fresh off saving the day for Coachella by filling its headliner vacancy when Ye dropped out, The Weeknd is cashing in with his longtime label. Universal Music Group (UMG) announced Thursday … Abel and his XO imprint entered a long-term deal that will allow him to remain the big market fixture and globally renowned star