In her now viral MSNBC interview with host Ari Melber, the legendary Erykah Badu addressed how conservatives have twisted the term “woke” into something derogatory and weaponized it against people of color. Badu also discussed how she popularized the phrase with her 2008 song “Master Teacher” as well as on social media. How Erykah Badu’s […]
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The education of young people is important and always has been. But oftentimes, what I think is missed is the education of young creatives. Artists, musicians, producers, etc. Just because they learn in a medium where they are encouraged to explore unique and different ideas, doesn’t mean they don’t need guidance and direction. The Top […]
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Nipsey Hussle attends A Craft Syndicate Music Collaboration Unveiling Event on December 10, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia.Photo: Prince Williams/Wireimage (Getty Images) Eric Holder Jr., the man convicted of first-degree murder for the killing of beloved rapper Nipsey Hussle, has a long, hard road ahead of him in prison. CC Off English In fact, the road […]
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Updated as of 3/27/2023 at 11:40a.m.: Over a month after rapper Da Brat and wife Jessica “Judy” Harris-Dupart announced they were expecting their first child together, we’ve now learned that the couple will soon be welcoming a new baby boy into the fold. CC Off English The news was shared in a video posted to […]
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Photo: Amber Asaly/RCA Records It’s been two years, seven months, and 17 days since The Queen (and yes, you will address her as such) Victoria Monét descended from the heavens and blessed us lowly mortals with her breakthrough solo project, Jaguar. Comprised of the seductive smash “Moment,” as well as other Spotify favorites like “Dive” […]
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It’s official, The Weeknd is the most popular artist in the world. Sorry, BeyHive. Sorry, Drake fans. Sorry, Swifties. CC Off English According to the Guinness World Records, the 33-year-old singer is statistically the most popular artist in the world and he has two new records to prove it. He currently has the most monthly […]
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Chris Tucker attends the world premiere of “Air” at the 2023 SXSW Conference And Festival on March 18, 2023 in Austin, Texas.Photo: Gary Miller/WireImage (Getty Images) Though it’s been over 15 years since we last saw actors Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan join forces for a Rush Hour franchise film, it looks like we may […]
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In Swarm, Prime Video’s latest psychological horror series from Atlanta scribe Janine Nabers and creator Donald Glover, Dominique Fishback stars as Dre—a crazed fan—who’s obsessed with a Ni’jah, a Beyoncé-like figure. CC Off English Inspired by a myriad of true events, we watch over the course of seven episodes as her quest to be in […]
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Wendy Williams attends a private dinner at Fresco By Scotto on February 21, 2023 in New York City.Photo: Johnny Nunez (Getty Images) Page Six has reported that Wendy Williams went out partying on Friday (March 17) and had a few alcohol beverages. According to the story: “Sources tell Page Six exclusively that she drank her […]
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With the unfortunate passing of soul singer Bobby Caldwell at the age of 71, the Black community came together on social media to collectively mourn the death of a beloved and beautiful“Black voice.” CC Off English Yes, I know he’s a white man. But when Caldwell broke into the music scene with his 1978 single, […]
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Nina Sky – Move Ya Body (Album Version, Edited) ft. Jabba Ok this probably shouldn’t be on this list because some will definitely argue the singers are part of the diaspora, and that’s true and cool, but still. I did not know who made this song until now. I’ve heard it in countless movies from […]
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From 90 Day Fiancé, to Love Is Blind, to The Bachelor franchise, TV is full of dating series. It’s no secret that the couples from these shows typically don’t last. But maybe Tamar Braxton can beat the odds? In the final episode of Peacock’s Queen’s Court, the singer got engaged to contestant Jeremy “JR” Robinson. […]
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With the unfortunate passing of soul singer Bobby Caldwell at the age of 71, the Black community came together on social media to collectively mourn the death of a beloved and beautiful“Black voice.” CC Off English Yes, I know he’s a white man. But when Caldwell broke into the music scene with his 1978 single, […]
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The year 2015 was an interesting time in my life. I was graduating high school, headed to college, and had just discovered a true passion for hip-hop. Growing up, I always enjoyed hip-hop and it was always popular among kids I grew up with, but I truly did not have a passion for it. CC […]
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Celebrity stylist Law Roach may have shocked the fashion world on Tuesday with news of his retirement, but he isn’t resting on his laurels. On Wednesday, the man who helped make Zendaya a red carpet icon made his modeling debut at Boss’ fashion show in Miami. CC Off English Roach may be leaving his life […]
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Start Slideshow Photo: Amy Sussman (Getty Images) Before we officially move on from awards season, we need to take a moment and celebrate how Angela Bassett absolutely killed every single red carpet she stepped on over the last few months. Beginning with the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever premiere and ending with The Oscars, she destroyed […]
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Photo: Frans Schellekens/Redferns (Getty Images) “Tyrone” by Erykah Badu is a certified classic. Play the song at any venue where Black people, especially women, are present and they will all, almost in harmony, sing word for word with Badu as if they helped write the track. CC Off English But, did you know that Badu’s […]
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Rihanna performs onstage during the 95th Annual Academy Awards at Dolby Theatre on March 12, 2023 in Hollywood, California.Photo: Kevin Winter (Getty Images) It’s safe to say that everyone watching the Academy Awards tonight was definitely rooting for Rihanna to win Best Original Song for “Lift Me Up” from the soundtrack for Black Panther: Wakanda […]
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Start Slideshow Photo: Kevin Mazur / Contributor (Getty Images) The most anticipated performancea of the year was Rihanna’s Super Bowl Halftime Show and the 2023 Oscars! The billionaire Barbadian singer and businesswoman, Rihanna, has been in the entertainment industry since 2005. The nine-time Grammy Award winner has reached icon status and has years of smash […]
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Photo: Denise Truscello (Getty Images) Hip-hop fans rejoice! After Snoop Dogg removed all Death Row albums from streaming platforms less than a year ago, he’s finally come to his senses and put all of the previously removed work back on streaming services. CC Off English The owner of the iconic rap label made the announcement […]
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Be Alive (Original Song from the Motion Picture “King Richard”) (94th Academy Awards Performance) Beyoncé recorded the song “Be Alive” for King Richard in 2021. Not only did she perform the song for the opening of the 2022 Grammy Awards, but the song was nominated for an Academy Award, Critics’ Choice Award, Golden Globe, and […]
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Be Alive (Original Song from the Motion Picture “King Richard”) (94th Academy Awards Performance) Beyoncé recorded the song “Be Alive” for King Richard in 2021. Not only did she perform the song for the opening of the 2022 Grammy Awards, but the song was nominated for an Academy Award, Critics’ Choice Award, Golden Globe, and […]
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Photo: Kevin Winter, David Livingston, Matt Winkelmeyer (Getty Images) The Hollywood Walk of Fame is home to stars celebrating the biggest names in entertainment. Honorees come from the worlds of motion pictures; television; recording; and live theatre/performances. While stars tend to get handed out when someone has a new project set to be released, it’s […]
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SZA, left; Latto, Doechii.Photo: Johnny Nunez/for The Recording Academy; Gilbert Flores (Getty Images) On Wednesday night, the 2023 Billboard Women in Music event took place, airing live from the YouTube Theater at Hollywood Park in Los Angeles. CC Off English Emmy-award winner Quinta Brunson served as a the host for the evening and encouraged women […]
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Photo: Mauricio Santana (Getty Images) Updated 03/1/2023 at 9:26 p.m. ET Anyone that has ever seen Travis Scott live knows that the guy likes to go crazy while on stage. As seen by the tragedy that unfortunately occurred at his Astroworld Festival in 2021, Scott is known to have a chaotic life. CC Off English […]
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Photo: Mauricio Santana (Getty Images) Anyone that has ever seen Travis Scott live knows that the guy likes to go crazy while on stage. As seen by the tragedy that unfortunately occurred at his Astroworld Festival in 2021, Scott is known to have a chaotic life. CC Off English In 2017, he was accused of […]
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Photo: Amy Sussman // Frazer Harrison (Getty Images) Like many in the Black community, all were ecstatic when Beyoncé took home the Best Dance/Electronic Album award at the 2023 Grammys for her hugely popular 2022 album Renaissance. It helped her become the most-awarded artist in the history of the recording academy and the first Black […]
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Rihanna performs during the halftime show at the NFL Super Bowl 57 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz. Photo: Matt Slocum (AP) Though Rihanna’s Super Bowl 57 halftime show performance was nearly two weeks ago, it’s still causing a stir. At first, there […]
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Trevante Rhodes, left; Jalyn Hall, Miles Warren, and Shamier Anderson.Photo: Shawn Goldberg (Getty Images) In Bruiser, the feature directorial debut from Miles Warren, Till’s Jalyn Hall stars as 14-year-old Darious, a young teen searching for answers to internal questions he’s yet to fully flesh out. CC Off English What does it mean to be a […]
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Drake performs onstage during “Lil Baby & Friends Birthday Celebration Concert” at State Farm Arena on December 9, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia.Photo: Prince Williams/Wireimage (Getty Images) In “Tuscan Leather”, the opening song off Drake’s 2013 album Nothing Was The Same, the Toronto rapper said: “Just give it time, we’ll see who’s still around a decade […]
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PhontePhoto: Antoine Lyers Little Brother is one of the greatest groups in the history of hip-hop. No question. Their influence on some of the genre’s greatest and most famous artists is unparalleled. CC Off English Although they’re not the most recognizable entity, those who are educated on hip-hop’s history know the impact Little Brother has […]
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