If you look up rock star in the dictionary, there’s a picture of Lenny Kravitz. He’s been dropping unforgettable bangers since the late ‘80s, seamlessly transitioned into movies and has an effortless confidence that makes you think he’s ready to hit the stage at any moment. Despite all his success, he feels like he still […]
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Photo: Astrida Valigorsky (Getty Images) This shouldn’t come as a surprise: country singer Morgan Wallen is the number one streamed artist on Spotify and Apple Music. As we know, racism isn’t a dealbreaker in America so of course his catalogue still impresses his fans. Michael Evans Behling Talks All American, Taye Diggs, The Perfect Donut, […]
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The numbers don’t lie. The publishing industry has a diversity problem. According to a 2020 report from The National Endowment for the Arts, nearly a quarter of consistent adult readers in this country are people of color. But, the results of a Diversity Baseline Survey published by Lee and Low Books in the same year […]
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Photo: Pete Dadds/Netflix During the holiday season, it can be hard to find fresh episodes of your favorite TV series. With the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes delaying the start of the broadcast TV season, that’s even harder this year. And as much as we love A Charlie Brown Christmas, Die Hard, Love Actually and Last […]
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Photo: Pete Dadds/Netflix During the holiday season, it can be hard to find fresh episodes of your favorite TV series. With the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes delaying the start of the broadcast TV season, that’s even harder this year. And as much as we love A Charlie Brown Christmas, Die Hard, Love Actually and Last […]
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Kanye West is back as the personality who will say whatever the hell he wants no matter the people he hurts in the process. Kanye West Needs To Stop Bullying Black Women Off English If you didn’t know, Ye recently released a new song, “Vultures,” which features Ty Dolla $ign and Lil Durk. Sonically, the […]
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Chris Rivers(F.K.A. Baby Pun) Dragon Born Freestyle Some may not know his name, but you need to. Chris Rivers is the son of the late Big Pun, and he’s just as talented. While he’s been unable to put out platinum records, his skill as a rapper is to be respected.
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When you have a blended family, holiday plans can get complicated. In order to accommodate everyone’s schedules, everything has to be worked out well in advance.If you’re Nick Cannon, who has 12 kids with six women, complicated is an understatement. One of those women recently revealed details about how she navigates the unusual situation, and […]
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In today’s era of remakes and reboots, there’s one show that consistently comes up in online conversation from folks begging to see it back on their screens: Girlfriends. Eddie Murphy & Tracee Ellis Ross’ Candy Cane Lane Is Our TV Pick Of The Week Off English Starring Tracee Ellis Ross, Golden Brooks, Persia White, Jill […]
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LONDON, ENGLAND – MARCH 08: Meghan, Duchess of Sussex is interviewed by Oprah Winfrey on British Television on March 08, 2020 in London, England. The interview first aired in the US on Sunday 7th March on CBS and in the UK on Monday 8th March on ITV. Photo: Chris Jackso (Getty Images) It’s been more […]
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Photo: WWD / Contributor (Getty Images) Kylie Jenner has finally spoken out about the dynamics of her friendship with Jordyn Woods and why they decided to hang out in public after the scandal that rocked their friendship in 2019. Why did it take so long for them to be seen in public? Kanye West Needs […]
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Very few artists get to have long, successful careers in the music industry. But after 20 years, Alicia Keys is still on fire. Grammys 2022: Jazmine Sullivan Wins Big At The Grammys Off English The 42-year-old Grammy award-winning artist, entrepreneur, wife and mom is now adding “Broadway composer” to her long list of accomplishments. Keys’ […]
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The soundtrack for the remake of “The Color Purple,” announced Monday via Warner Bros. Pictures and gamma., features a beautiful bevy of Black talent including Mary J. Blige, Megan Thee Stallion and Jennifer Hudson. Rap Sh!t Stars Issa Rae & Syreeta Singleton Play A Game of Finish the Lyric Off English Alicia Keys’ “Lifeline” is the […]
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Photo: Jamie McCarthy, Richard Rodriguez (Getty Images) Dolly Parton is one of those rare people who is universally loved and admired. However, this far into her career, she’s still dealing with people commenting on her looks. The legend performed during halftime of the Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving Day 45-10 blowout of the Washington Commanders and everyone […]
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 02: Leslie Odom Jr. attends Variety The Business Of Broadway Presented By City National Bank at The Pool on October 02, 2023 in New York City.Photo: Craig Barritt/Variety (Getty Images) Leslie Odom Jr. captured our hearts with his breakout performance as Aaron Burr in the hit musical “Hamilton,” and […]
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Chris Brown, left; Michael Jackson.Photo: Scott Dudelson ;Jean-Marc Giboux/Liaison (Getty Images) Could Chris Brown be “the next Michael Jackson” or has his window of opportunity passed him by? Eddie Murphy & Tracee Ellis Ross’ Candy Cane Lane Is Our TV Pick Of The Week Off English That’s the conversation Shannon Sharpe and singer/entrepreneur Akon found […]
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Apparently, Nicki Minaj is now in the mob movie era of her Pink Friday 2 rollout. On Saturday, the rapper channeled her inner Godfather with an Instagram Stories message for her enemies. Eddie Murphy & Tracee Ellis Ross’ Candy Cane Lane Is Our TV Pick Of The Week Off English “If you had the opportunity […]
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Keke Palmer attends the 2023 BET Soul Train Awards on November 19, 2023 in Hollywood, California.Photo: Monica Schipper/WireImage (Getty Images) This year the 2023 Soul Train Awards went off without a hitch! And while L.A.’s unusually windy weather made for a more interesting turn of events seeing as how it was hosted outside, the night […]
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Keke Palmer attends the 2023 BET Soul Train Awards on November 19, 2023 in Hollywood, California.Photo: Monica Schipper/WireImage (Getty Images) This year the 2023 Soul Train Awards went off without a hitch! And while L.A.’s unusually windy weather made for a more interesting turn of events seeing as how it was hosted outside, the night […]
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LOS ANGELES, UNITED STATES: Evanescence accepts their Grammy for Best New Artist as performer 50 Cent walks on and off the stage during the 46th Annual Grammy Awards at the Staples Center in Los AngelesPhoto: 08 February 2004 (Getty Images) Kanye West rushing on stage to take the microphone from Taylor Swift is nearly as […]
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All I want is dope music. I don’t care how it comes to be (in most cases). Whether it’s a diss track, an instrumental track, an acapella track, or a remix, just make it good. Tackling A Black Maternal Health Crisis & Embracing Reproductive Justice | The Root Institute Off English This is why I […]
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As parents, our most important job is protecting our kids. That means we’re always on the lookout for everything from the imaginary monsters hiding under their beds to the real monsters hiding behind their phones and computer screens. It’s why I’ve been trying with all of my might to keep my 11- and 13-year-old kids […]
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Photo: Kevin Winter / Staff (Getty Images), Emma McIntyre / Staff (Getty Images), Amy Sussman / Staff (Getty Images) Celebrities flocked to the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills, Calif. on Saturday for the world premiere of Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé. Fans were surprised to see some of their favorite celebs show their support, […]
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Beyoncé celebrated Thanksgiving with some of her superstar friends, as she attended the premiere of her new concert movie, Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé on Saturday. In addition to the 32-time Grammy winner, the event also saw appearances from Janelle Monáe; Lori Harvey; Lizzo; Gabrielle Union; Halle Bailey; Tina Knowles; and Issa Rae. Destiny’s Child […]
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If there’s a man who needs no introduction, it’s Bryan-Michael Cox. From his humble beginnings as a Noontime Records intern, to recently becoming the Senior Vice President of A&R at Love Renaissance, the Houston transplant has always been about the music. More specifically, the R&B music. Tackling A Black Maternal Health Crisis & Embracing Reproductive […]
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Pete Rock – Tru Master The debut studio album of one one of the best producers of all time is one to remember. Although he’s not rapping at all, his production is seamless giving MCs the space to spit dope bars. Rappers featured on the record include Black Thought, Kurupt, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Method Man, […]
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Wrapped Up in Christmas | Official Trailer | Lifetime In this adorable holiday movie, Tatyana Ali is Heather, a mall manager whose niece asks Ryan, the mall’s Santa, to find her a boyfriend. If you’re familiar with these types of TV movies, you may have already guessed that romance blossoms between the two. It’s actually […]
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Pardison Fontaine Should Be Embarrassed AF for Making a Megan Thee Stallion Diss Track Photo: Raymond Hall (Getty Images) Despite Public Opinion, WH Press Secretary Says Its Hamas Who Can Stop Carnage In Gaza Off English Another male rapper has pathetically decided to come for Megan Thee Stallion on wax—only this time it’s her ex, […]
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Feb. 15: Ghosts – 8:30 p.m. – CBS After Tonight, I’m Done With Him | Ghosts After a long wait, the supernatural comedy will hopefully open Season 3 by immediately telling us if the ghost who got “sucked off” was one of our favorite spirits or one of the supporting ghosts.
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Warning: Spoilers ahead for Loki Season 2 finale! If you haven’t watched “Glorious Purpose” yet, stop reading now! Fine, you’ve been warned. The moment Avengers: Endgame closed the book on the MCU’s Infinity Saga, fans were asking “What’s next?” The Loki Season 1 finale revealed that Jonathan Majors as Kang the Conqueror was next. As […]
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“How many hip-hop groups can survive 20 years? Even for those who survive, how many are alive and able to tell that tale?” That’s what Phonte told me in February. Despite Public Opinion, WH Press Secretary Says Its Hamas Who Can Stop Carnage In Gaza Off English May the Lord Watch: The Little Brother Story […]
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