Even as states around the country begin to reopen, it looks like it will take some time until things are totally back to normal in the entertainment industry. Events and concerts are continuing to get canceled, so if you had plans for an outdoor festival or Broadway play this summer, make sure to check your […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has made it feel like Nipsey Hussle and Kobe Bryant’s deaths were ages ago. The Game isn’t letting their memories fade to the background though, remembering the late stars in his animated video “Welcome Home.” Game’s visuals show Bryant and Nipsey playing basketball together as well as the latter posted up at […]
Give our regards to the city of Houston: Queen Bey has joined Megan Thee Stallion on a remix of her viral single âSavage.â The rare feature from BeyoncĂ© comes after Megan signed to Jay-Zâs label Roc Nation for management amid a disagreement with her current label 1501 Entertainment about the release of her recent EP […]
Tekashi 6ix9ine is apparently intent on making his rap comeback. On Wednesday (April 29), DJ Akademiks hit Twitter and claimed Judge Paul A. Engelmayer had signed an order allowing the controversial rapper to make videos in his backyard and record new music in a home studio. “Breaking,” the tweet began. “Judge signs off order to […]
The 2020 presidential election has become a source of contention for Diddy and his old pal Kenny Burns. In a video chat with Naomi Campbell, the Bad Boy Records founder said Democratic candidate Joe Biden couldn’t get the black vote unless the former vice president had a plan to improve the community’s lives. “Biden needs […]
It’s not every day BeyoncĂ© wishes someone a happy birthday but on Tuesday (April 27), Lizzo was the rare recipient of a special birthday greeting from the pop superstar. Unsurprisingly, Lizzo couldn’t contain her enthusiasm and quickly shared the moment with her 8.6 million Instagram followers. She mentioned in the caption the Destiny Child’s singer […]
As the coronavirus pandemic continues its destructive path across the globe, celebrities are finding ways to help combat the crisis. On Wednesday (April 29), Megan Thee Stallion and BeyoncĂ© shared a visual for the “Savage (Remix),” with all proceeds going to their hometown of Houston, Texas through The Bread of Life, Inc. non-profit. During BeyoncĂ©’s […]
Quavo and Saweetie shared their goals-worthy Taco Tuesday in a Triller video, as Migos gears up to drop their forthcoming single of the same name. In the background, Quavo previewed a snippet of “Taco Tuesday,” while cooking up some delectable-looking fare with Taco Bell seasoning for his and his girlfriend’s dining pleasure. The Atlanta-bred rapper […]
Birthdays? Not always so fun. There are bars with cover charges, memento mori, bad hangovers. But BeyoncĂ© wishing you a happy birthday on your birthday? Based on Lizzoâs reaction to this exact experience, it seems fun and cathartic. On Monday, Lizzoâs 32nd birthday, BeyoncĂ© posted a picture of baby Lizzo with the message âHAPPY BIRTHDAY […]
Welcome Haim to the quarantine music video game. New single âI Know Alone,â unintentionally released while weâre all spending our days alone, comes with a socially distanced music video featuring the sisters dancing six feet apart on a backyard basketball court. Unlike their last two, itâs not directed by Paul Thomas Anderson â the group […]
If you are at risk of self-administering a regrettable at-home stick-and-poke tattoo while in your feelings under quarantine, maybe you shouldnât listen to the new Spotify Singles from Dashboard Confessional just yet. Recorded at Electric Lady Studios in pre-apocalypse 2020, lead singer and guitarist Chris Carrabba & Co. paid homage to fellow be-tatted artist Post […]
DâussĂ© Palooza, a popular hip-hop party that originated in New York City, has fired one of its hosts after he was accused of coercive sexual behavior. Formerly Henny Palooza, the event is now named after Jay-Zâs part-owned cognac brand and has drawn attention from Swizz Beatz, Pusha T, Rick Ross, YG, and Wale. The multicity […]
Mother Nature is looking to take the next step in their career with the release of their Portalz EP. The Chicago-based duo has linked up with hometown label Closed Sessions to assist in their journey, joining a roster featuring the likes of Jamila Woods and Ajani Jones. Before Klevah and TRUTH ignite a new fire […]
Bay Area, CA – The concept of “big head science” isn’t really that difficult to comprehend â especially when Hieroglyphics’ Casual explains it. During a recent interview with RealStreetRadio, the tenured Bay Area MC laid out why he named his latest solo project Big Head Science. “It has multiple meanings, but the most obvious meaning […]
RealStreetRadio Premiere – Tha Chill is back with the third single from his upcoming FOHEAD album, “LOST.” The Compton’s Most Wanted vet felt it was only natural to recruit fellow gangsta rap legend MC Ren to round out the track. Throughout the track, both MCs tap in to their vast experience in the industry and […]
Long Island, NY – Former Das Racist rapper Heems, born Himanshu Suri, is mourning the loss of his father Gireesh Kumar Suri who passed away earlier this month. According to CNN, the 67-year-old died at Excel at Woodbury for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Long Island, another victim of the coronavirus. Heems shared his grief on Instagram, posting […]
When John Prine lost his life to complications from COVID-19 on April 7, he went quickly â almost overnight. His wife and manager, Fiona, had contracted the disease in March following a European tour, but won her fight. Prine was hospitalized in intensive care for 13 days, but it seemed like the 73-year-old was going […]
Fivio Foreign is not here for French Montana right now. During an Instagram Live stream on Sunday (April 26), the Brooklyn Drill pioneer called French out over his recent Coke Boys signee, Mr. Swipey. In the live, Fivio expressed to fans that he feels French is using Swipey to help him gain clout in the […]
RZA has handed over stewardship of Wu-Tang Clan’s next album to Ghostface Killah, whose ear for beats has fans excited about the LP’s potential direction. While Wu-Tang’s own Masta Killa recognizes the enthusiasm for this Ironman-led project, he thinks the album shouldn’t — or perhaps can’t — be the legendary group’s last LP. In an […]
New York City, NY – A new mini-series by Gimlet Media’s Mogul is giving listeners a much-needed weekly fix of Hip Hop nostalgia. Hosted by Brandon’ Jinx’ Jenkins, The Mogul Mixtapes explores iconic rap beef, unforgettable cultural moments, fashion and wild backstories from legendary albums â as told through interviews with artists, DJs, journalists and […]
Miami, FL – Outkast was given the award for Best New Rap Group at the 1995 Source Awards. In a now famous Hip Hop moment, AndrĂ© 3000 and Big Boi took the stage to a sea of boos. Itâs difficult to imagine a time in Hip Hop where Outkast, one of the greatest Hip Hop […]
King Von is enjoying the fruits of his labor, and his support system is as well. The Chicago-bred rhymer revealed he was able to pay off his mother’s car, buy her a new one and purchase a home for her on Monday (April 27). Along with photos of his major accomplishment, Von explained how this […]
Orlando, FL – An Orlando rapper named LPB Poody and two others were injured in a shooting that left an 18-year-old University of Louisville football recruit, Dexter Rentz, dead. Rentz had just signed with the college last December and was set to visit the campus for his official recruitment visit on May 10. According to CNN, […]
HBO Max announced last week it is moving forward with the controversial documentary On The Record centered on Russell Simmons sexual assault accuser Drew Dixon. Despite Oprah Winfrey vacating her role as executive producer out of concern there were “too many inaccuracies” in Dixon’s story, the film was unveiled at Sundance Film Festival in January. But […]
Compton, CA – Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine undoubtedly have a few extra dollars to spare. So like any decent music moguls would do, they’re pooling their funds together to provide COVID-19 relief to the city that put Dre on the map â Compton, California. According to The Press Telegram, Dre and Iovine’s donation will provide more […]
Could it be time for a new YG album? On Monday (April 27), the West Coast rhymer shared an Instagram clip revealing he’s been hard at work while on quarantine. In the clip, which co-stars his custom red and black Maybach, YG previewed a new song with an infectious bounce that sounds like it could […]
Chris Brown revealed he and Young Thug have been cooking up a collaborative mixtape earlier this month. And now, there’s a release date and a title. Early Tuesday morning (April 28), the veteran R&B singer shared an Instagram post with what appears to be the cover art of Slime & B. “5th DAY of the […]
I … I am crying. pic.twitter.com/A8UL4SQEbA — KelleyLCarter (@KelleyLCarter) April 28, 2020 Weâll preface this video by saying: Sarah would go on to win her Jeopardy! match by a pretty substantial margin, and this Vulture writer, alcoholic beverage in hand, could only correctly answer one (1) clue in The Zulus category during last nightâs episode. […]
Salt Lake City, UT – Post Malone summoned the spirit of the late Kurt Cobain for a COVID-19 benefit on Friday (April 24). The 15-song, 80-minute set included classic Nirvana songs such as “About a Girl,” “Heart-Shaped Box” and “Come As You Are.” With his Bud Light in hand and rocking a floral dress in true Cobain […]
French Montana keeps stirring the pot. The rapper talked up his own contributions to âUnforgettableâ and argued it wouldnât have been a hit without him in an Everyday Struggle interview. âI have one of the best A&R ears,â he said. âYou think ‘Unforgettable’ came to me like that before it went out? It was nothing […]