April 19, 2021
Former Bad Boy rapper Black Rob dies at 52
Former Bad Boy artist Black Rob, who is known for his 2000 hit single “Whoa!”, has passed away. He was 52, according to the New York Times. The exact cause of death is unknown. The news was reported by former Bad Boy singer and producer Mario Winans…
April 16, 2021
All for You: Janet Jackson’s blockbuster 2001 album turns 20
April 16 marks the 20th anniversary of the release of Janet Jackson’s blockbuster seventh studio album, All for You. In honor of the milestone, here are five fascinating facts about the album. 5. Janet made All for You after divorcing René Elizondo…
April 12, 2021
Bruno Mars hits number one with new musical project, Silk Sonic
Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak have walked through the door to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 with their debut single. The two men, recording as Silk Sonic, have scored their first number-one hit with "Leave the Door Open," the first release from…
April 9, 2021
Legendary rapper and Ruff Ryder alum DMX dies at age 50
DMX has died at age 50 after suffering a heart attack. His family, who was by his side when he passed, confirmed the news in a statement. The rapper, born Earl Simmons, had been hospitalized in White Plains, New York in "grave condition," his…
April 8, 2021
Will Smith and Martin Lawrence celebrate the 26th anniversary of Bad Boys
Will Smith and Martin Lawrence transformed into their Detective Mike Lowry and Marcus Burnett characters to celebrate the 26th anniversary of their classic film, Bad Boys. In a video shared on Instagram Wednesday, 52-year-old Will dons his signature…
April 7, 2021
Kim Kardashian West joins billionaires’ club
US reality TV star Kim Kardashian West has joined the elite club of the super-rich (in case anyone had any doubts) by achieving billionaire status. Her net worth reached $1bn (£720m) thanks to her cosmetics and clothing interests as well as income…
April 6, 2021
Hundreds of fans gather for prayer vigil honoring DMX
Hundreds of supporters of multiplatinum rapper DMX gathered outside the hospital, where his lawyer says he remains in grave condition, to hold a prayer vigil Monday night. The vigil was spearheaded by the Ruff Ryders to the Rescue Foundation…
April 5, 2021
Twitter swoons over Verzuz battle between the Isley Brothers and Earth, Wind & Fire
Sunday evening's Verzuz battle between The Isley Brothers and Earth, Wind & Fire was epic, to say the least. Social media enjoyed the legendary groups performing their timeless music alongside hosts Steve Harvey and Quarantine DJ D-Nice. Ron…
April 1, 2021
Cardi B, Burna Boy, Childish Gambino among the 2021 Brit Awards nominees
Cardi B, Burna Boy, Childish Gambino and more are among the nominees for the 2021 Brit Awards. The U.K. equivalent of the Grammys has nominated the "WAP" rapper for International Female Solo Artist against Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus,…
April 1, 2021
Lauren London, Snoop Dogg and Nas pay tribute to Nipsey Hussle on the second anniversary of his death
March 31st marks the second anniversary of the passing of Grammy-nominated rapper Nipsey Hussle. His music and influence have continued to affect many -- including, not surprisingly, his longtime girlfriend, Lauren London shared a photo of the rap…