Texas Hip Hop, legendary rapper, and Houston rap artist Beat King tragically passed away Thursday, August 15th. https://twitter.com/SaycheeseDGTL/status/1824240305215791197 According to 97.9 The Box, a member of Beatking’s team confirmed that his passing was health-related. We keep the Texas Legends friends, family, & fans in our thoughts and prayers. https://www.instagram.com/p/C-tzHUbuyLu/?igsh=MWtuMDB3OTN0em44aw== Beatking’s influence was by far, unmatched. […]
As Bossman Dlow would say, “Wristpiece bling-blaow, neckpiece blizzard” & that’s how some of your favorite rappers came to Birthday Bash ATL 2024. The amount of ice worn in State Farm Arena on June 22nd was absurd. Check up on your friend who was sitting on floor level because Rob49’s Vulture Island chain may have […]
In an effort to keep Rico Wade's legacy alive (Wade passed away this past April), Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens announced the launch of the Rico Wade Music Executive Training Program during Wade's funeral service this past April.
Errrbody love Latto! In a historic moment for both the ATL music scene and the hip-hop industry at large, Latto took center stage as the first female headliner for Birthday Bash. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4CV_pFdhJk Big Latto performed hits like “Put it on da Floor” and “Sunday Service,” she has earned respect around the hip hop game […]
Birthday Bash Atlanta weekend is here again! You know what that means right?! Hot 107.9 hits the city every year with star-studded lineup, and this year was no exception. History was held at State Farm Arena, the weekend kicked off with our annual ‘Who’s Hot’ contest to see who will be the lucky winner to […]
Hot 107.9 has announced their upcoming Birthday Bash concert event, and Atlanta native Latto took to the streets in a caravan to spread the news. The "Sunday Service" rapper will headline, with Boosie, Hunxho & Killer Mike performing.