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Animal Rescue Mission with CMPD Animal Care & Control

4 days ago | power98fm.com | Randi Moultrie

Meet Leanna! This female, 58 lb. pup is looking for a home. She’s an adventurous girl who loves trails and takes treats extremely gently. She’s a quiet, affectionate mama who deserves some pampering of her own. She knows “sit,” gives gentle kisses, and enjoys head rubs. Adopt. Donate. Volunteer. There is a need to help our furry friends find loving homes in Charlotte and the surrounding areas.
This Day in Hip Hop & R&B History: May 12

5 days ago | power98fm.com | Bianca Barratt

May 12 is a significant date in R&B and Hip-Hop. This day has hosted many consequential moments with lasting impact. One prominent artist commemorating their birthday on this day is American rapper Cuban Doll, who was born in 1998. She shot to the limelight with the release of her 2017 single "Rat Bitch." She has since released six albums and collaborated with other popular rappers, including Lil Yachty and Lil Baby.
This Day in Hip Hop & R&B History: May 11

6 days ago | power98fm.com | Bianca Barratt

May 11 is a memorable date in Hip-Hop and R&B history. Rapper Ace Hood was born on this day in 1988. He scored his first charting entry on the Billboard Hot 100 with the single "Ride" from his debut album, Gutta. The song, which features the R&B singer Trey Songz, peaked at No. 90 on the chart and reached No. 27 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
This Day in Hip-Hop and R&B History: May 10

1 week ago | power98fm.com | Bianca Barratt

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 05: Beyoncé accepts Best Dance/Electronic Music Album for “Renaissance” onstage during the 65th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 05, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)May 10 has witnessed numerous pivotal events in these genres that have transformed the music landscape. The American R&B singer Jason "Jase" Oliver Dalyrimple known as Jase4Real, was born on this day in 1980.
'Grillz' Are Back: But They Never Really Left

1 week ago | power98fm.com | Kayla Morgan

If you’ve been paying attention to music, fashion, or even TikTok lately, you may have noticed something familiar glinting back into the spotlight: grills. These bejeweled dental accessories, once the flashiest status symbol in early 2000s hip-hop, are once again front and center. At the 2025 Met Gala, multiple artists flashed grills on the red carpet, capturing attention across social media. One clip went especially viral: TikToker Simply Anesha synced footage of the event to “Grillz” by Nelly ft.
This Day in Hip Hop & R&B History: May 9

1 week ago | power98fm.com | Bianca Barratt

May 9 is a remarkable day in Hip-Hop and R&B for many reasons. It has seen pivotal moments with significant ramifications for these genres. One iconic figure whose birthday falls on this day is the Canadian R&B singer-songwriter Tamia, who was born in 1975.
This Day in Hip-Hop and R&B History: May 8

1 week ago | power98fm.com | Bianca Barratt

May 8 is a memorable date in Hip-Hop and R&B. From the release of genre-defining albums to the birthdays of iconic artists, this date witnessed many important events that have significantly impacted music and pop culture. One industry figure whose birthday falls on this day is American rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine, who was born in 1996. His second album, Dummy Boy (2018), debuted on the Billboard 200 at No. 2 and was certified Platinum by the RIAA.
This Day in Hip Hop & R&B History: May 7

1 week ago | power98fm.com | Bianca Barratt

May 7 is a special day in Hip-Hop and R&B. It's seen many iconic moments in the industry with far-reaching impacts on these music styles and pop culture. One iconic artist commemorating their birthday on this day is the American rapper Rico Nasty, who was born in 1997. It also topped the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart. Numerous charting albums are associated with May 7:1991: American DJ Terminator X dropped his debut album, Terminator X & the Valley of the Jeep Beets.
This Day in Hip Hop & R&B History: May 5

1 week ago | power98fm.com | Bianca Barratt

May 5 is a day that's left a lasting mark on Hip-Hop & R&B. One artist whose birthday falls on this day is American R&B singer Chris Brown, who was born in 1989. He's one of the most important R&B artists of the 21st century and has been described as "The King of R&B" by some of his contemporaries. His discography includes 11 studio albums, 10 of which have landed in the Billboard 200's Top 10 and three albums topping the chart.
This Day in Hip Hop & R&B History: May 4

1 week ago | power98fm.com | Bianca Barratt

May 4 is an iconic date in Hip-Hop and R&B for many reasons. This day has hosted many culture-defining moments that echo today. One industry figure commemorating their birthday on this day is American rapper YRN Lingo, who was born in 1997. The brother of the hip-hop group Migos' youngest member Takeoff is best known for the breakout single "Coming for Ya Ice" featuring Quavo. He has also collaborated with other upcoming rappers, including Goonew, Yung Mal, and Lil Quill.