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Gunna Negotiates Plea Deal in YSL RICO Case, To Be Released From Jail

In a statement, Gunna shared: "When I became affiliated with YSL in 2016, I did not consider it a ‘gang’; more like a group of people from metro Atlanta who had common interests and artistic aspirations." Gunna is reportedly coming home. The rapper’s attorneys Steve Sadow and Don Samuel annou → Read More

Florida’s Maxwell Frost Is The First Gen Z Member of Congress

Frost, a community organizer defeated Republican Calvin Wimbish to become the first ever Gen Z member of Congress. On Monday evening, Democrat Maxwell Alejandro Frost became the first Gen Z member elected to Congress. The 25-year-old community organizer won a House seat in Florida’s 10th Distri → Read More

6 Hip-Hop & R&B Albums You Should Be Listening To (Week of October 28)

Smino, DVSN, and Westside Gunn dropped off albums on this New Music Friday. Eli Sostre also revealed a new album, SOS. Smino makes a glorious return with Luv 4 Rent. He’s joined by a slew of talents including J. Cole, Lucky Daye, Doechii, and more. The luscious soundscape is an enjoyable listen. He → Read More

Young Thug Denied Bond in YSL RICO Case Following Day-Long Hearing

During a hearing on Thursday, Young Thug was denied bond. He is facing racketeering and gang-related charges. Young Thug was denied bond in a hearing that was live-streamed on Thursday, June 2. During the hearing, Judge Ural D. Glanville stated the expected trial date will be January 9, 2023. → Read More

Dave Chappelle & Chris Rock Address Their Recent Public Onstage Attacks at Secret Comedy Show

Earlier this week, Dave Chappelle was attacked onstage at The Hollywood Bowl, on Thursday evening at The Comedy Store in Los Angeles he spoke publicly about the incident. Dave Chappelle and Chris Rock are sharing how they feel about their recent public onstage moments. Rock who had the internet → Read More

Did Dapper Dan’s Gap Hoodie Immediately Sell Out?

We were online for the collaborative drop last week, and the experience of attempting to purchase the $99 hoodie wasn't great. When Gap announced Dapper Dan would be releasing his own collaboration with the brand, the internet rejoiced. The beloved designer is known for being one of the most regard → Read More

11 New Hip-Hop, R&B & Alt Albums You Should Be Listening To (Week of March 11)

Lucky Daye returns and releases Candydrip his second album, and Shenseea has dropped her debut album ALPHA. Orion Sun is leading this week’s roundup of best albums, she’s officially leveled up with her newest release. Getaway which she put together during her time in quarantine is her form of escap → Read More

Flo Milli Officially Drops Female Empowerment Anthem “PBC”

Flo Milli shares her inspiration behind her new single "PBC," which was previewed during New York Fashion Week. If you’ve been wondering what Flo Milli has been up to as of late, she’s been in the studio. A few weeks back while she closed Tia Adeola’s latest fashion show at New York Fashion Week, s → Read More

Doja Cat’s "Get Into It (Yuh)" Finally Gets a Futuristic Music Video

We're beginning to think Doja Cat is obsessed with life in space, "Get Into It (Yuh)" points to life beyond Earth. Doja Cat’s single “Get Into It (Yuh)” finally receives a video. Arriving early this morning, the visual featuring one of the most interesting rap songs of 2021 is brought to life in → Read More

Yebba Surprise Drops ‘Live at Electric Lady’ EP Ft. Questlove

The new EP features tracks from Yebba's acclaimed release Dawn. After releasing her stunning debut album Dawn, Yebba returns to release Live at Electric Lady, an EP. The five-song project features a compilation of tracks from Dawn, but the tracks are instead reimagined and produced by Yebba’s ba → Read More

Tink References Beyoncé’s “Crazy in Love” In New “Might Let You” Video

In her latest video for "Might Let You" off of 'Heat Of The Moment,' her latest album, Tink is joined by Davido. → Read More

2022 Grammy Nominations Full List: Kanye West, JAY-Z, Nas & More

JAY-Z, Kanye West, J. Cole, and Nas are a few names we weren't surprised to see for the 2022 Grammy Award nominations. → Read More

Kanye West and Drake’s Beef Has Officially Ended

Both Kanye West and Drake were seen in a video at the Toronto artist's mansion. Dave Chappelle was also there. → Read More

LeVar Burton Says Goodbye to ‘Jeopardy!,’ Set to Host Trivial Pursuit Game Show

On the upcoming project from eOne, LeVar Burton said: "I am thrilled to have partnered with Hasbro and eOne to bring this beloved game to market as a premium show for television." LeVar Burton is set to host another televised game show rather than Jeopardy. eOne TV and the actor’s LeVar Burton E → Read More

Get Ready, 'Squid Game' Season 2 Is Officially Happening

Squid Game writer/director Hwang Dong-hyuk has confirmed the addictive series is returning for a second season. After garnering the eyeballs of millions of viewers throughout the globe Netflix's Squid Game is set to return for a second season. In an interview with AP, the film’s creator, writer → Read More

‘The Harder They Fall’ Features A Moment Honoring Chadwick Boseman

Netflix's 'The Harder They Fall' by Jeymes Samuel has a distinct moment that discretely pays tribute to the late actor Chadwick Boseman. → Read More

Ronnie Wilson, Founder of The Gap Band, Dies at 73

Wilson's wife, Linda Boulware-Wilson says he suffered from a stroke last week and that he died at his home in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Ronnie Wilson, the founding member of the beloved Gap Band has died at 73, reports TMZ. Linda Boulware-Wilson his wife says Wilson died at his home in Tulsa, Oklahoma a → Read More

Janet Jackson’s Super Bowl Wardrobe Malfunction Will Be Explored in New Doc

FX and Hulu's 'Malfunction: The Dressing Down of Janet Jackson' exploring Janet Jackson's Super Bowl scandal will air on November 19. → Read More

Megan Thee Stallion Drops ‘Something For The Hotties’ Mixtape Featuring Production by Juicy J

On Friday, Megan Thee Stallion unveiled her latest project packed with freestyles. Tracks on the tape are produced by her frequent collaborators including Juicy J, OG Parker, and more. Megan Thee Stallion has dropped off her newest mixtape Something For The Hotties. Since freestyling is one of → Read More

Wale Unveils 'Folarin II' Ft. J. Cole, Rick Ross, Maxo Kream & More

The notion of evolving is quite prevalent on 'Folarin II,' in fact, we think it might have been Wale’s guiding light. → Read More