Ne-Yo the R&B veteran explained why he has no interest in chasing the level of celebrity that surrounds Beyoncé or Jay-Z. For Ne-Yo, being able to headline an arena and still handle an ordinary Target run without turning it into an event is a pretty good deal. “I’ve heard people say to me that you should be as big as a Beyoncé or you should be as…

DJ Vlad has alleged that N.O.R.E.’s wife, Neri Santiago, is threatening to file a defamation lawsuit against him. In a post shared on X, formerly Twitter, Vlad acknowledged the lawsuit accusing N.O.R.E. of sexual assault while also suggesting he’s facing litigation of his own. “I’ll be responding to the Nore sexual assault lawsuit by Nas’ baby mother…

Timothy “Buc Wild” Joseph, the former HOT 97 radio host who co-starred on the legendary “Star & Buc Wild” show, has died at 47. His longtime friend and former co-host, Star, announced Joseph’s death during a YouTube livestream Wednesday, Sept. 9. Star delivered an emotional, on-brand tribute while reflecting on their decades-long relationship.…

Former NFL star Marcellus Wiley's estranged wife, Annemarie Wiley, scored a major legal victory in their divorce she's getting court-ordered protection against him and sole custody of their kids Marcellus has been ordered to stay 100 yards away from Annemarie and their three kids other than during monitored visits.  Per the order, Marcellus will…

B2K singer Raz B and his wife, Mona Li, announced the devastating loss of their baby son Astro Monte Thornton just three months after he was born. Astro died earlier this week, and his death was unexpected and sudden. A family spokesperson says "It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Astro Monte Thornton, beloved son of…

Stevie Wonder is opening up the Songs in the Key of Life vault—all of it. The music icon will perform his sprawling 1976 masterpiece in full on a 50th anniversary tour launching this fall, bringing “Sir Duke,” “I Wish,” “As,” “Isn’t She Lovely,” and the rest of the landmark album back to the stage. The tour opens Oct. 13 in Birmingham, England,…

Vans named SZA as its artistic director, and now the artist has revealed her first sneaker and apparel collection with the brand. SZA’s first Vans collection was just unveiled on Instagram and has been confirmed to arrive in late October. The range includes a slip-on version of the Knu Skool sneaker as well as a tabi-styled hiking shoe. Both pairs…

Jhené Aiko has tapped Kendrick Lamar for their first collaboration in nearly 13 years on the singer’s upcoming fourth studio album, Westside Whimsy. On the twenty-track album, Kendrick Lamar sits among the guests, alongside Larry June, Ab-Soul, Tyga and OHMA. Lamar’s appearance marks his third time working with Aiko, following 2010 Overly Dedicated…

Max B is finally setting the record straight. During his latest appearance on VladTV, Max admitted that he never had sex with Jones' longtime partner, Chrissy Lampkin, despite spending years fueling the rumor through his music. Listen, for y'all to know, let's just put it out there," Max said. "Chrissy is the only time I lied on my dick. I never…

In an interview with InStyle Megan Thee Stallion was asked about how she was feeling after her breakup with her ex Klay Thompson. “I’m trying my best,” she told journalist Jason Sheeler. “I feel like I’ve been put through the washing machine and the dryer with tins, shovels, and a cactus.” After describing the situation as “very rough,” Megan chose…