On August 11, a new music documentary is set to premiere on Showtime, marking another release that is part of the worldwide celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of hip-hop. This documentary is part ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. “Biz is still under medical care,” they said, “surrounded by professionals who are working hard to provide the best health care ...

WASHINGTON — The widow of the late rapper Biz Markie sued his former manager in federal court this week, alleging she has infringed on his trademark and directed royalties and other funds to be paid ...

Biz Markie on Kensington High Street, London, in 1988. Photo: David Corio/Redferns Biz Markie on Kensington High Street, London, in 1988. Photo: David Corio/Redferns One thing Biz kept close to his ...

Biz Markie, the self-proclaimed "Human Beatbox" and renowned rapper known for his 1989 hit song, "Just a Friend," has died at 57. According to TMZ on Friday (July 16), Biz Markie passed away at a ...

On this day in Hip Hop history, Marcel Theo Hall — better known to the world as Biz Markie — was born. Hailing from Harlem, New York, Biz began making noise in the culture at just 14 years old, ...

After rumors spread online that Biz Markie had died, his manager confirmed that the New York City hip-hop and rap artist is still alive. In a statement to NBC News, manager Jenni Izumi said the news ...

Biz Markie, a rapper best known for his hit "Just a Friend," has died at the age of 57. The news was confirmed to Fox News by his rep, Jenni Izumi. "It is with profound sadness that we announce, this ...

What does it mean to be a clown prince? In the hip-hop space, rappers Flavor Flav and the late Ol’ Dirty Bastard (not to mention Humpty Hump) found themselves saddled with the sobriquet. Morris Day’s ...

According to the Grand Unified Theory of Business Development, Biz Dev is simply about pursuing opportunities for long-term growth from customers, markets, and relationships. Sounds simple enough, but ...