It’s looking like a big payday for the estate of the late grear The Notorious B.I.G. Weeks after the death of the late rapper’s mother, Voletta Wallace, his estate has finalized a deal with Primary Wave to acquire Biggie’s catalog. The New York City-based company, which also has ownership rights to late artists like Bob Marley, Luther Vandross, Whitney Houston and Prince, confirmed Thursday that the partnership encompasses music publishing and recordings, as well as the rap legend’s...
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Primary Wave Acquires Notorious B.I.G.’s Catalog and Other Rights
It’s looking like a big payday for the estate of the late grear The Notorious B.I.G. Weeks after the death of the late rapper’s mother, Voletta Wallace, his estate has finalized a deal with Primary Wave to acquire Biggie’s catalog. The New York City-based company, which also has ownership rights to late artists like Bob Marley, Luther Vandross, Whitney Houston and Prince, confirmed Thursday that the partnership encompasses music publishing and recordings, as well as the rap legend’s... -
Voletta Wallace (Biggie's mother) Public Funeral Viewing
The public viewing for Voletta Wallace, mother of the legendary rapper, the Notorious B.I.G., took place in Manhattan on Tuesday evening, 3/12/2025. It's the same location where the Notorious B.I.G.'s funeral was held nearly 28 years ago. Since Tuesday afternoon, people gathered to pay their respects to Ms. Violetta Wallace, who passed away at 78 just a few weeks ago in her home.
Many mourners have arrived to say their final goodbyes, and the atmosphere has been filled... -
28th Anniversary of Notorious B.I.G.’s passing on March 9th
Today marks the 28th anniversary of the murder of the Notorious B.I.G., born Christopher Wallace, and it seems that all music fans of a certain age are collectively mourning and remembering one of the rap industry’s slain giant. We continue to remember this great legend and his contributions to the world.
Born and raised in New York's Brooklyn borough, Biggie Smalls made an impact on the rap game by age 20, introducing a bravado, flow and slow-and-steady storytelling ability... -
In Loving Memory of Voletta Wallace (Mama Wallace) 2/3/1953 to 2/21/2025
It is with sadness and pain that we had to update the site today with the unfortunate news of the monumental passing of Biggie’s loving mother, Voletta Wallace. Voletta Wallace or as we would call her, Mama Wallace, passed away on 2/21/2025. She was only 72 years young when she left us so soon, after all these years.
Years ago, when the site was being conceptualized before it went live in 1999, we were trying our best to communicate with Mama Wallace. We wanted... -
Will Smith makes unsettling revelation about his connection to Notorious B.I.G. final hours
Actor and rapper Will Smith has experienced a couple of eerie coincidences regarding famous figures’ deaths, leaving him wondering whether he might be a jinx. Recently, Smith sat down with Justin Richmond on the Broken Record podcast to talk about his return to music and his upcoming album.
Toward the end of the conversation, Richmond was curious to know whether a story he heard about him was true. “Is it true that you met Notorious B.I.G., like for the first... -
Kendrick Lamar closes out Superbowl w/ interpolated lyrics from BIG’s classic “Kick In The Door”
Lamar’s mic-drop moment could’ve ended there, but he finished his performance with a celebratory wink to his hometown sound and the producer partially responsible for its nationwide embrace. “Mustaaaaaard,” Lamar introduced the “GNX” heater “TV Off” cozied up next to the man himself and closed out the show by gracing the millions of viewers worldwide with his interpolated line from Biggie’s classic "Kick in The Door" of his epic release Life After Death…(‘Til... -
Notorious BIG LLC files suit over canvas prints inspired by of ‘King of New York’ photo
CHICAGO (CN) — Photographer Barron Claiborne and the company that controls Biggie Smalls' intellectual property rights filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday over what they say is improper use of the legendary hip-hop artist's image. Claiborne and Notorious B.I.G. are joined in the suit by Republic Merchandising Inc., a California company that says it manages merchandising relating to Biggie Smalls, aka Christopher George Latore Wallace. The plaintiffs oppose in particular the marketing... -
“The Biggie community are rebels, groundbreakers, and champions...” – Donatella Versace
There’s no doubt that the Versace Biggie is one of the most iconic sunglasses models to be released. Its bold yet timeless aesthetic not only defined the ‘90s but has also transcended eras, continuing to influence style communities. Musicians have historically been known to set trends, and when it comes to plugging exclusive pieces, hip-hop has, and still is, lauded for its global impact on style. As the genre entered the mainstream in the latter half of the last century, artists... -
Shaq believes Biggie Smalls might still be alive if he hadn't missed his final party
March 9, 1997, marks a tragic moment in hip-hop history with the shocking murder of rapper Notorious B.I.G. in L.A. The news sent waves of sorrow through countless fans, including Shaquille O'Neal. In his 2011 memoir "Shaq Uncut: My Story," the NBA legend shared a personal reflection on the loss and pondered the "what-ifs." "Diesel" disclosed that shortly before the fatal incident, Smalls was present at a party—an event he had originally intended to attend... -
Biggie is honored by Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Eminem & 50 Cent On First-Ever Collab 'Gunz N Smoke'
Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Eminem and 50 Cent have joined forces as a four-man unit for the first time on a new song called “Gunz N Smoke,” which pays homage to the late, great Notorious B.I.G. Despite being longtime friends and collaborators who have worked together in different combinations over the last 25 years, the rap legends have never previously all featured on the same song. The heavyweight track comes courtesy of Snoop and Dre’s new album Missionary and finds 50, Snoop and Em trading...
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