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Future and Metro Boomin Release Video for “Drink N Dance”

By Shawn Grant / April 18, 2024

With a run of dates announced for North America, Future and Metro Boomin keep the momentum going with the release...

SZA and the Killers to Headline Inaugural Sudden Little Thrills Music Festival

By Sha Be Allah / April 17, 2024

SZA and The Killers are set to headline the inaugural edition of Sudden Little Thrills Music Festival, a new two-day music festival taking place September 7-8...

Chance The Rapper Unveils Star Line Gallery Art Piece “The Last Stair” In Collaboration With Thelonious Stokes At EXPO CHICAGO

By Sha Be Allah / April 16, 2024

Over the weekend, Chance the Rapper took center stage both in the art world and in philanthropy, showcasing his multifaceted...

Future and Metro Boomin Announce ‘We Trust You Tour’

By Shawn Grant / April 16, 2024

Today, three-time GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Future and GRAMMY®-nominated record producer Metro Boomin unveiled the highly anticipated We Trust You Tour,...

Rolling Loud Europe 2024 Nicki Minaj, Travis Scott, and Playboi Carti to Headline

By Sourcestaff / April 13, 2024

Nicki Minaj, Travis Scott, and Playboi Cardi have been announced as headliners for Rolling Loud Europe. The multi-city Hip-Hop festival...

World’s Largest Spanish-Speaking Rap Competition Shares U.S. Season Details

By Sha Be Allah / April 11, 2024

Red Bull Batalla, the largest Spanish-language freestyle rap battle in the world, announces full details for its 2024 U.S. season....

[WATCH] Fat Joe Speaks Out About His Monumental ‘Fat Joe And Friends’ Concert At NYC’s Apollo Theater

By Sha Be Allah / April 8, 2024

After a week of the internet and attendees alike talking about the Apollo Theater show, "Fat Joe And Friends," which...

Chris Brown Announces ‘Indigoat’ Tour with Tory Lanez, Ty Dolla $ign and More

Shawn Grant

June 10, 2019

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With his forthcoming Indigo slated to drop on June 28, Chris Brown has announced the dates for his Indigoat tour that will take over the latter half of the summer. Joining Breezy on the run across the nation... Read Article

Denzel Washington Receives Lifetime Achievement Award at AFI Gala

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June 7, 2019

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Legendary actor Denzel Washington adding another piece of hardware to his extensive trophy collection. He was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the AFI Gala last night (June 6th). Many of the top c... Read Article

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Women Grow & Columbia Care Join Forces to Offer More Women Careers in Cannabis

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June 5, 2019

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The Women Grow 2019 Leadership Summit (WGLS) on June 7-8, 2019 in Washington, D.C., will offer women more opportunities to get involved in the cannabis industry. In an effort to recruit more women into the gr... Read Article

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Viceland Renews Two Action Bronson Shows

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June 5, 2019

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After a hiatus, Queens MC and Television personality Action Bronson is returning to Viceland’s airwaves. The network has announced the renewals of his food documentary series F**k, That’s Delicious and his come... Read Article

Omarosa, Tyson Beckford Support Melky Jean’s Carma Foundation Gala In South Florida

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June 4, 2019

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Celebrities came out in full support to attend the 12th Annual Geminis Give Back Event. On June 3, 2019, GRAMMY Nominated Singer and Songwriter Melky Jean hosted her annual charity event for the Carma Foundatio... Read Article

Cardi B, Lil Nas X, DJ Khaled to Perform at 2019 BET Awards

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June 3, 2019

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The 2019 BET Awards are later this month and Cardi B, Lil Nas X and more are slated to hit the stage. The 2019 edition of the awards show will feature Regina Hall as your host. In addition to B and X perform... Read Article

Tyler, The Creator Announces ‘IGOR’ Tour Dates

Shawn Grant

June 3, 2019

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Fresh off a show-stopping performance at Governors Ball, Tyler, The Creator, is ready to hit the road with his new album. Taking to Instagram, the IGOR rapper announced his forthcoming tour, which will be su... Read Article

Hot 97’s Sold-Out Summer Jam Celebrates Hip-Hop with Cardi B, Meek Mill, Migos & More

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June 3, 2019

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Hot 97 once again shut down the tri-state area with their annual Summer Jam. This past Sunday (June 2), Metlife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ was the Hip-Hop center of the universe with a concert headlined... Read Article

No More Beef: Five Hip-Hop Stars Who Went Vegetarian

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May 31, 2019

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Since hip hop’s inception more than 40 years ago, artists and other celebrities within the hip hop community have regularly been associated with being physically attractive to one degree or another. But aside f... Read Article

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Marc Lamont Hill to Host New BET Morning Show ‘Black Coffee’

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May 29, 2019

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After revealing last month at Viacom’s NewFronts presentation that a new series would debut sometime this year, BET announced Tuesday that Marc Lamont Hill with host a new morning show called Black Coffee. It w... Read Article

Lil Wayne’s ‘Lil Weezyana Fest’ to Return with Travis Scott, Meek Mill and More

Shawn Grant

May 28, 2019

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Lil Wayne's Lil Weezyana Fest has hit its fifth year and will celebrate with Meek Mill and Travis Scott joining Lil Tunechi as headliners. The festival will also bring Trey Songz, Megan Thee Stallion, Kash D... Read Article

‘Quiet Storm: The Ron Artest Story’ to Debut on May 31st on Showtime

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May 28, 2019

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Ron Artest was one of the fiercest competitors to ever play on the hardwood of the National Basketball Association. The Queensbridge native gained a reputation for his hard-nosed, physical (Some would say dirty... Read Article

Tyler, The Creator Lands His First Number 1 Album With ‘IGOR’

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May 28, 2019

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According to reporting from The New York Times IGOR, Tyler the Creator’s latest album, topped DJ Khaled’s Father of Asahd LP for the coveted no. 1 spot in this week’s Billboard 200 albums chart. Surprisingly or... Read Article

John Legend and Miguel to Headline ‘OZY FEST’ in Central Park

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May 28, 2019

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John Legend and Miguel have been announced as co-headliners for the 2019 Ozy Fest in New York. The July 20-21 festival will also feature comedians Trevor Noah, Dulcé Sloan, and Ronny Chieng. Retired baseball... Read Article

Jim Jones Says He’s Not Boycotting Gucci

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May 25, 2019

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Many members of the Hip Hop community decided to boycott Gucci following the release of their controversial sweater that resembled black face. But not everyone is down with the cause. Jim Jones took to Insta... Read Article

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Today in Hip-Hop History: Three 6 Mafia Releases Debut LP, ‘Mystic Stylez’

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May 25, 2019

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Three 6 Mafia hit the ground running with the release of their debut LP, Mystic Stylez in 1995. Originally known as "Backyard Posse," the trio consisted of DJ Paul, Juicy J, and Lord Infamous. The 16-track c... Read Article

Jason Mitchell Dropped From ‘The Chi’ and Other Projects

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May 21, 2019

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Jason Mitchell will not return for The Chi’s 3rd season and will also no longer be starring in the Netflix film Desperados.

Melvin Edmonds Of Legendary R&B Group After 7 Gone at age 65

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May 20, 2019

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The music industry has lost another legend, Melvin Edmonds, 65, from the group After 7 has passed away. Brothers Kevon Edmonds and Melvin Edmonds along with their friend Keith Mitchell formed the group After... Read Article

Brianna Perry, Roddy Ricch and More Added to DJ Khaled’s ‘Days of Summer’ Cruise

Shawn Grant

May 17, 2019

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DJ Khaled’s latest album, Father of Asahd, just hit streaming services near you and he is getting ready to take off on the Days of Summer Cruise. The boat was headlined by Post Malone and Cardi B, but will noma... Read Article

R&B Legends The Isley Brothers Announce Their 60th Anniversary Tour

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May 17, 2019

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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, The Isley Brothers announced their You Make Me Wanna Shout - 60th Anniversary tour. The tour, which was originally announced earlier this spring, will see the band celebrat... Read Article