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![25 Historic Moments in Run-DMC's Career](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2016/01/RUNDMC-ScottGries.jpg?w=980&q=75)
25 Historic Moments in Run-DMC's Career
In honor of Run-DMC receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2016 Grammy Awards, the BoomBox takes a look back at the career highs and lows of the iconic rap trio.
![Happy Birthday, Jennifer Hudson!](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2015/09/JenniferHudson_JeffSchear.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Happy Birthday, Jennifer Hudson!
The talented songstress turns 36 years old today (Sept. 12).
![Janet Jackson Undergoing Tests for Possible Throat Cancer](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2015/10/Janet-Jackson.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Janet Jackson Undergoing Tests for Possible Throat Cancer
According to reports, the reason why Janet Jackson canceled her Unbreakable tour is because doctors found a tumor on her vocal cords and it has to be taken care of immediately.
![Happy Birthday, Lil' Kim!](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2015/07/lil-kim-bad-boy-tour-onstage.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Happy Birthday, Lil' Kim!
Lil' Kim, the Queen Bee, turns 43 years old today (July 11).
![Happy Birthday, GZA! The Genius of Wu-Tang Clan Turns 50](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2016/08/gza-50th-birthday.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Happy Birthday, GZA! The Genius of Wu-Tang Clan Turns 50
Happy Birthday to GZA (aka the Genius)! The Wu-Tang rapper turns 50 years old today (Aug. 22).
![Happy Birthday, Cassie!](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2015/08/Cassie_LarryBusacca.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Happy Birthday, Cassie!
The model-turned-singer-turned-model-turned-singer turns 31 years old today (Aug. 26).
![Governors Ball 2016 Lineup Include Kanye West, Miguel, Joey Bada$$ and More](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2015/09/Kanye-West_EthanMiller.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Governors Ball 2016 Lineup Include Kanye West, Miguel, Joey Bada$$ and More
Kanye West has been tapped to headline this year’s Governors Ball Music Festival this summer. The annual music festival will take place at Randall’s Island Park in New York from June 3 to 5.
![Happy Birthday, Russell Simmons!](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2015/10/GettyImages-483633546.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Happy Birthday, Russell Simmons!
The legendary rap mogul is 60 years old today (Oct. 4).
![Are Drake and Amber Rose Dating? [VIDEO]](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2016/01/Drake-AmberRose.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Are Drake and Amber Rose Dating? [VIDEO]
It’s 2016 and Drake is still winning. According to reports, Drizzy and Amber Rose spent the weekend ringing in the New Year together. Apparently, the pair had a “private dinner” in Miami on Friday (Jan. 1).
![Tinashe's Unreleased Song 'Secret' Leaks Online](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2015/03/tinashe.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Tinashe's Unreleased Song 'Secret' Leaks Online
R&B sensation Tinashe is not resting on her laurels as she continues to put the finishing touches on her upcoming sophomore album, 'Joyride.' Unfortunately, an unreleased song called "Secret" leaked online much to the songbird’s chagrin.
![Erykah Badu's 'Trill Friends' Is a Fresh Remix of Kanye West's 'Real Friends'](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2016/01/Erykah-Badu-Soundcloud.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Erykah Badu's 'Trill Friends' Is a Fresh Remix of Kanye West's 'Real Friends'
Erykah Badu has dropped her own remix to Kanye West’s "Real Friends" called "Trill Friends."
![Happy Birthday, Lil Wayne!](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2015/09/Lil-Wayne_KevinWinter.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Happy Birthday, Lil Wayne!
The New Orleans rhymer celebrates his 35th birthday today (Sept. 27).
![Happy Birthday, India.Arie!](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2015/10/GettyImages-462954490.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Happy Birthday, India.Arie!
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter India.Arie celebrates her 42nd birthday today (Oct. 3).
![Wiz Khalifa Unveils 'Khalifa' Artwork & Track List, Releases 'Bake Sale'](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2016/01/Wiz-Khalifa_JasonMerritt3.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Wiz Khalifa Unveils 'Khalifa' Artwork & Track List, Releases 'Bake Sale'
It’s almost wake and bake time! Wiz Khalifa has unveiled the cover art and track list for his upcoming album, 'Khalifa.'
![Timbaland to Embark on 'King Stays King' Tour](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2015/12/Timbaland-Michael-Loccisano.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Timbaland to Embark on 'King Stays King' Tour
Timbaland is taking his bombastic beats on the road. The legendary hitmaker is embarking on his North American tour in support of his latest mixtape, 'King Stays King.'
![50 Cent Releases Gritty Short Film for 'I'm the Man'](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2016/01/50-Cent-YouTube.jpg?w=980&q=75)
50 Cent Releases Gritty Short Film for 'I'm the Man'
50 Cent kicks off the new year with a brand new visual for “I’m the Man,” which is from his latest mixtape, 'The Kanan Tape.'
![5 Dead in NYC East River Helicopter Crash](http://townsquare.media/site/757/files/2018/03/GettyImages-930653806.jpg?w=980&q=75)
5 Dead in NYC East River Helicopter Crash
Five people were killed in a helicopter crash in New York's East River on Sunday night, according to CNN. The pilot of the helicopter was reported as the sole survivor.
![Best Songs of the Week: Rico Love, Brandy & Tank](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2016/01/Rico-Love-Brandy-Tank1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Best Songs of the Week: Rico Love, Brandy & Tank
We present our latest edition of Songs of the Week roundup featuring new R&B tunes from Rico Love, Brandy and Tank.
![Happy Birthday, Drake!](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2017/10/drake-adult-swim-upfront-party-onstage.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Happy Birthday, Drake!
The Toronto rhymer turns 31 years old today (Oct. 24).
![50 Cent Takes Aim at Rick Ross Over His Rolling Stone Interview: 'I Will Have His Head'](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2015/11/50-Cent-Rick-Ross1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
50 Cent Takes Aim at Rick Ross Over His Rolling Stone Interview: 'I Will Have His Head'
The feud between Rick Ross and rap’s favorite bully, 50 Cent, is far from over. The G-Unit leader recently fired some shots at the Maybach Music Group honcho over comments he made about him in his interview with Rolling Stone magazine.