February 2020 Blog Posts (107)

Koalbe Lee Simpson, better known as Koal Plae, is a twenty-two-year-old rapper with a story to tell. Raised in Nitrate City, he grew up having an affinity for music. He listened to artists such as Master P, The Ying Yang Twins, Lil Wayne, and several others to pass the time. The love for music leads him to create music of his own, as he became…

Rising rapper Pop Smoke was fatally shot in Hollywood Hills, Calif., early Wednesday after two men broke into a home where he was inside, TMZ reported.

He was 20.

The Brooklyn-born hip-hop artist was born Bashar Barakah Jackson.

Los Angeles police confirmed to the Daily News that a 20-year-old black male was fatally shot…

Ja’net DuBois, who played Willona Woods on the classic Norman Lear sitcom “Good Times,” was found dead Tuesday. She was 74.

The actress died “unexpectedly” in her sleep at her home in Glendale, California, reports TMZ. It’s unclear who found DuBois’ body Tuesday morning, according to the report, which claims that she appeared…

Actress Rosario Dawson is adding intrigue to rumors about her sexuality.

In an interview with Bustle, the 40-year-old star of “Briarpatch” clarified a 2018 Instagram post in which she paid homage to the LGBTQ community during Pride month. Many fans read between the lines and assumed that the social-media update was, in…

The best friend of Bronx superstar Cardi B has been charged in a sweeping roundup of members of the 59 Brims, a violent Bloods street gang. But the heavily pregnant Star Brim won't be arrested until she gives birth, officials say.

Brim — real name Yonette Respass — was one of 18 defendants named in an indictment of gang members in…

Chicago Hip Hop Recording Artist Bandup SMG releases a new visual for his single titled "FACTZ". The song expressed the lifestyle Bandup SMG lived in the hard streets of Chicago. FACTZ is now available on all streaming services!…

Stream on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/track/2cAUyZMjyIQspQ0sH6IUEZ?si=_qO4PB8pQr6Jp-L_ln4I7A

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Damon Dash and his ex-wife, Rachel Roy are gearing up for what could possibly be a long legal battle. Roy owns Rachel Roy Clothing Brand that has several lines designed by Roy. Her clothing brand has done very well for itself since starting in 2004. Roy’s clothing is now sold in department stores all over the United States…

It’s over for Ne-Yo and his wife of nearly four years Crystal Smith.

After weeks of speculation, the “Sexy Love” singer confirmed the couple is separating on the “Private Talk With Alexis Texas” podcast.

“It’s slowly but surely becoming public knowledge that myself and my wife have decided to go ahead and get a…

It’s over for Ne-Yo and his wife of nearly four years Crystal Smith.

After weeks of speculation, the “Sexy Love” singer confirmed the couple is separating on the “Private Talk With Alexis Texas” podcast.

“It’s slowly but surely becoming public knowledge that myself and my wife have decided to go ahead and get a…

A woman claims late R&B star Rick James violently raped her in upstate New York when she was just 15 — and is now suing his estate for $50 million, according to court documents.

The unidentified accuser says the “Super Freak” singer attacked her when he visited a youth detention home in Buffalo in 1979, a year after the release of…

Rihanna’s lingerie company is playing a naughty game of bait-and-switch with its customers, a consumer advocacy group said Tuesday.

Savage x Fenty has been “engaged in deceptive marketing and illegal business practices” that includes luring women into pricey $49.95-a-month memberships without their knowledge, according to consumer…

R. Kelly has been hit with fresh federal charges in Chicago alleging he sexually abused another minor victim over a four-year period starting in 1997.

The new indictment against the “I Believe I Can Fly” crooner, filed Friday in Chicago federal court, involves an alleged victim who says she was 14 or 15 years old when Kelly…

A flustered Wendy Williams delivered a teary apology to her LGBTQ fans on Friday, one day after sparking outrage for telling men to “stop wearing our skirts and our heels” during an episode of her talk show.

In a video message posted to social media, Williams said, “I deeply apologize,” after fans blasted her for disturbing…

Drake has just been sued by the designer of his 3D stage set during the 2018 'Aubrey & The Three Amigos' tour after they claim their team had to go above and beyond to make sure it was perfect for the rapper, but claim they never got paid for the extra work.

Drake is being sued for $108,000, the amount of the unpaid…

Drake has just been sued by the designer of his 3D stage set during the 2018 'Aubrey & The Three Amigos' tour after they claim their team had to go above and beyond to make sure it was perfect for the rapper, but claim they never got paid for the extra work.

Drake is being sued for $108,000, the amount of the unpaid…

Amber Rose‘s face tattoo is all about living her best life.

The model, 36, caused a stir last week when she tattooed the names of her two sons, Slash and Bash (short for Sebastian), on her forehead — and now she’s explaining why she did it.

“I don’t want this to sound corny or anything but kinda after Kobe [Bryant] died,…

Amber Rose‘s face tattoo is all about living her best life.

The model, 36, caused a stir last week when she tattooed the names of her two sons, Slash and Bash (short for Sebastian), on her forehead — and now she’s explaining why she did it.

“I don’t want this to sound corny or anything but kinda after Kobe [Bryant] died,…

Designated Kanye West representatives are spending Valentine’s Day tooling around Chicago in alarming, all-black vehicles called Sherps giving away free Yeezys. (West, presumably, is spending Valentine’s Day with wife Kim Kardashian.)

The vehicles, which resemble baby versions of Christopher Nolan’s Batmobile,…

Designated Kanye West representatives are spending Valentine’s Day tooling around Chicago in alarming, all-black vehicles called Sherps giving away free Yeezys. (West, presumably, is spending Valentine’s Day with wife Kim Kardashian.)

The vehicles, which resemble baby versions of Christopher Nolan’s Batmobile,…