William E. Ketchum III
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Do we have to compare Keke Palmer to Zendaya? Nope
Palmer had the perfect response to a viral tweet about colorism in Hollywood. → Read More
Megan Thee Stallion has another summer anthem on her hands with the Future collab "Pressurelicious"
Future’s druggy sex bars and Meg’s unabashed shit-talking? Yes, please. → Read More
A Minneapolis venue cancelled Dave Chappelle's performance after an internet uproar
“We believe in diverse voices and the freedom of artistic expression, but in honoring that, we lost sight of the impact this would have,” the venue said in a statement. → Read More
Bill Cosby was found guilty of assaulting a teenager at the Playboy Mansion in 1975
But he still won’t be serving any more prison time. → Read More
This year’s Oscars were pure, delicious chaos
Will Smith’s slap, Beyoncé‘s slay, and more provided the wildest night in the award show’s history. → Read More
Olivia Rodrigo has made the DMV the hottest concert venue
For her Tiny Desk debut the singer performed four songs inside a literal DMV station. → Read More
RZA on the sacred art of protecting Black stories
RZA shares how he uses television, film, and strategy to preserve the legacies of himself and the Wu-Tang Clan. → Read More
DMX, the intense, gruff-voiced rap legend, has died at 50
DMX, one of the most dominant rappers of the late 1990s who rose to prominence with his gruff voice, intense mic presence, and emotive lyricism, has died, according to Associated Press and a statement released by his family. He was 50 years old. “We… → Read More
Scott Storch And T-Pain To Compete In Beat Battle
The series of battles will continue on April 1 with T-Pain and Scott Storch. → Read More
Rita Wilson Rapping Naughty By Nature's "Hip Hop Hooray" Is A Quarantine Gem
While in quarantine with her husband Tom Hanks, the actress/film producer Rita Wilson resurrected the flows of Naughty By Nature. → Read More
Watch Eminem Perform "Lose Yourself" At The 2020 Oscars
Eminem didn't attend the Oscars when he won Best Original Song, but he made up for his absence 17 years later. → Read More
Listen: Lil Wayne Releases New Album 'Funeral'
After announcing the release date last week, Lli Wayne has followed through and released his 12th studio album 'The Funeral.' → Read More
New Music Fridays: Pete Rock and Skyzoo, Gang Starr Ft. J. Cole, DaBaby And More
New York City hip-hop from past and present both represent heavy this week, while one of rap's rookies of the year also drops new heat. → Read More
How Does Pusha-T’s “The Story Of Adidon” Stack Up Against The Most Ruthless Diss Tracks Of All Time?
Rappers like 2Pac, Jay-Z, and Cam’ron have proven that there’s no line to cross. → Read More
Time's Up movement launches 'Mute R. Kelly' campaign, gains support from celebs
Questlove, Ava Duvernay, John Legend and others are joining Time's Up in the #MuteRKelly movement. → Read More
'Rest In Power: The Trayvon Martin Story' premieres at Tribeca Film Festival
The docuseries, produced by JAY-Z, tells the story of Trayvon Martin with more detail than ever before. → Read More
J Cole announces new album 'K.O.D.' for April 20 release with NYC pop-up concert
J Cole surprised his fans with the announcement of his fifth album at an NYC pop-up show. → Read More
Why Black Men Are Transforming The Stigma About Depression & Therapy
William Ketchum III explains why more and more black men are speaking about mental illness, depression and even being open about therapy. → Read More
Why Black Men Are Transforming The Stigma About Depression & Therapy
William Ketchum III explains why more and more black men are speaking about mental illness, depression and even being open about therapy. → Read More
Cardi B reveals pregnancy with performance of 'Be Careful' on SNL
After months of rumors, Cardi B confirmed revealed a baby bump on the biggest stage. → Read More