Featured Blog Posts – August 2022 Archive (231)

Mary J Blige expressed some concerns about the current state of her kingdom (queendom?) on a spirited discussion with Diddy on IG live in which she claims that pop music killed the R&B genre. Diddy took to IG live on this week via Hollywood Unlocked after he had asked his followers: “Who killed R&B?” Mary J Blige…

Nappy Roots member Fish Scales was kidnapped, robbed and shot outside of a restaurant he co-owns before he managed to escape. Scales, whose real name is Melvin Adams Jr., was approached by armed gunmen and forced into his vehicle in the parking lot adjacent to his restaurant Atantucky Brewing, a Black-owned brewery/eatery owned by the Nappy Roots rapper in…

Young Thug born Jeffery Williams will not be leaving jail in 2022. The Atlanta Rap star was denied bond a third time by a Fulton County court Young Thug, 31, has been in custody in Cobb County, north of Atlanta since he was arrested earlier this year on a 56-count indictment that includes charges of murder, robbery, witness intimidation, racketeering charges…

Offset unleashes his first new solo record and music video in three years “5 4 3 2 1” available today via Motown Records. Produced by Baby Keem, the track hinges on an ominously razor-sharp keyboard-laden beat. Meanwhile, Offset’s signature rapid fire flow cuts through the production as he counts down, “5 4 3 2 1.” In the…

T.I. is continuing to push the culture forward. Morris Brown College announced it has partnered with Rap super star and entrepreneur, Tip “T.I.” Harris and Moolah Wireless to provide free tablets with 12 months of data service to Morris Brown College students to celebrate the restoration of the institution. The “Live Your…

Fat Joe is taking his legendary storytelling skills to the theatrical stage this fall a one-man show à la the same kind Mike Tyson did a couple of years ago! And to sweeten the pot, the show will feature a special introduction from his good friend Dave Chappelle to kick things off Roc Nation and Magic Lemonade will go half on the co-production duties and…

Dallas rapper Trapboy Freddy was arrested by cops for a weapons charge but it might've been a good idea for officers to bring a zookeeper along, too. Officials say they discovered a tiger cub Wednesday caged inside Freddy's Oak Cliff house. Officials seized the cat, but at this time, he hasn't been charged with anything in relation to having…

Vanessa Bryant has just arrived at court in Los Angeles looking confident as she gets set to testify in her case against L.A. County officials over Kobe Bryant crash photos. Vanessa was wearing a black dress with a black coat and her eyes were covered in dark sunglasses. She was seen smiling as she entered the courthouse, while a gold "Mama" piece of jewelry…

The Los Angeles Lakers are signing their star forward LeBron James to a two-year extension worth $97.1 million.  Multiple reports said the deal includes a player option for the 2024-25 season. With $532 million in guaranteed career earnings, this epic new contract makes the 37-year-old the highest paid player in terms of salary in the…

Albee Al has finally been released from jail after beating his second murder charge in the past eight years. Al was arrested on August 23, 2019 on two counts of attempted murder and illegal weapons charges in a shooting that took place in Passaic County, NJ. After a three year long legal battle, Al was acquitted of all charges, making this the second murder…

Megan Thee Stallion, 27, discusses her newest album release ‘Traumazine’ juggling a crazy rap career and the loss of her mom. Megan’s mom, Holly Thomas, passed away in March 2019 from brain cancer. Thomas used to rap herself under the name “Holly-Wood” and helped steer her daughter’s early career. Sadly, Megan’s grandmother also passed away just weeks later.…

Lil Durk is back on the move, following a scary moment during his Lollapalooza set last month where a stage prop exploded in his face. The Chicago drill rapper recently joined Dj Khaled on his tour bus, where Durk was all smiles and bandage-free as the "We The Best" hitmaker spouted off inspirational quotes to promote his new album. Durk announced he was…

Mariah Carey bid to trademark the moniker, "Queen of Christmas" has been opposed by some pretty famous singers, including legend Darlene Love, but there's precedent on Mariah's side Mariah has filed legal docs with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to own the title, "Queen of Christmas." There have been objections singer Elizabeth…

Meek Mill stepped on his Twitter asked doubting music execs to put their money where their mouths are if they really believe his career is over, put down a cool $10M and see what's up. Meek said he was willing to put the bet in a binding contract so no one could squirm their way out. It seems some of his anger is directed at big labels because he said in the…

Deshaun Watson has learned his fate the controversial quarterback has been suspended 11 games this season after reaching a settlement with the NFL. The league just announced the new punishment for the Cleveland Browns star saying in addition to the lengthier ban, Watson also agreed to a $5 million fine. The 26-year-old will also "promptly undergo a…

Kanye West is defending what many have deemed a "trash bag" clothing display as his Yeezy Gap line hit stores around the country. Ye popped up on FOX News Thursday in a quick interview from the Gap location in Times Square. When asked if he understood why some have criticized the clothing displays as insensitive to the homeless, Kanye says, "I'm an…

Lamar Odom the ex-NBA star just underwent a 4-hour veneer procedure to give his teeth a makeover which cost a pretty penny!! Lamar's decision to get the work done is a huge deal the 2-time NBA champ is famously terrified of going to the dentist something that was well-documented on "Keeping Up With The Kardashians" back in the day, when he admitted not…

a promotion company has filed a lawsuit against Young Thug while he is being held in Fulton County Jail for not returning a $150K deposit for a 45-minute stage performance that would ultimately cost $300K. Back in January, A-1 Concert Entertainment contracted Young Thug, giving him the $150K up front and the remainder of the deposit and the end of his…

Solange, the singer-songwriter, and Houston Native will soon be adding ballet composer to her repertoire. The multi-hyphenate will compose a commissioned score at this year’s New York City Ballet Fall Fashion Gala’s 10th-anniversary celebration on September 28th. Making her the first Black Woman to have composed a score for the production very excited to…

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