About Matty Willz
Matthew 'Matty Willz' Williamson a Regional Online Editor for Radio-One. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, Willz is an avid sports fan, hip-hop enthusiast, and BBQ pit master... at least, in his opinion. For article edits please email mwilliamson@radio-one.com.
Rappers find creative ways to release music while incarcerated, from pre-recorded songs to phone-recorded vocals.
Cleveland’s own Bone Thugs-N-Harmony received one of entertainment’s highest honors Wednesday, earning a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. More than three decades after changing hip-hop, the legendary group now has a permanent place on Hollywood Boulevard. Their signature blend of melodic harmonies and rapid-fire flows influenced generations of artists. The honor recognizes both […]
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Bring your family and hang out with your favorite Radio-One Cleveland personalities, DJs, and staff members! Monday, July 27th at the Cleveland MetroParks Zoo! 10 am to 3 pm. Come hang out during our live broadcasts! We’ll have music, food, fun activities, and live performances!
The venue announced Wednesday through its official social media channels that it will welcome guests back on Thursday, July 9, with reopening festivities continuing Friday, July 10, and Saturday, July 11, at its longtime home, 1163 Front Ave. in Cleveland’s Flats Entertainment District. The reopening comes about a week after Decades told customers it was […]
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T.I. prepares to retire after 20+ years as a hip-hop icon, ranked from worst to best albums
Z1079 is giving away a pair of tickets to see Bryson Tiller on the Neo Trap Soul Tour! Live at Blossom Music Center on September 25th! The winner will also receive $250! To win, simply take a quick music survey and let Z1079 know what you want to hear on the radio. Yep, that’s it! […]
Yung Bleu – We All Need Therapy Tour Thursday, June 11th @ the Grog Shop Register below for your chance to win! NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited. Open to legal residents of the United States residing within the Cleveland, OH metropolitan area, who are 18 years of age or older. The Register to Win Tickets to See Yung […]
2nd Annual Rock The Boat: Old School vs New School Summer Cruise Purchase tickets below! We’ll be partying on the Lady Caroline with Hip Hop, R&B, and Reggae music! Saturday, August 1st | 12pm – 4pm | 1153 Main Ave, Cleveland Hosted by Sam Sylk + Ro Digga + Crisis + Kenya Brown Music by […]
Dave Chappelle is bringing his Pulling Up show to Cleveland’s Rocket Arena! Tuesday, June 16th! Tickets go on sale Friday, June 5th @ noon at RocketArena.com!
Sony's 2026 State of Play showcased major PlayStation titles like Marvel's Wolverine, God of War: Laufey, and more, though GTA 6 was notably absent.