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Eric B. is City Council Member?

Eric B. is President. That was a song title from the seminal hip-hop group, Eric B. & Rakim back in 1986. According to Politico, it might be a goal for the future. As the world is celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, Eric B. may have plans to run for political office. Seriously. Eric B.,… Continue reading Eric B. is City Council Member?

‘Black Godfather’ Clarence Avant Passes Away at 92

A music industry great has recently passed away. According to NBC New York, the man called the “Black Godfather” Clarence Avant has died at the age of 92 years old based on a statement from his family. He reportedly died peacefully at his Los Angeles home on Sunday. “It is with a heavy heart that… Continue reading ‘Black Godfather’ Clarence Avant Passes Away at 92

Timbaland’s Former Partner Magoo Has Reportedly Passed Away

A former collaborator with music producer, Timbaland has passed away at the age of 50. Virginia native, Magoo, who was the lyrical component of the hip-hop group, Timbaland & Magoo has recently died. He was only 50 years old. The sad news was revealed initially by Digital Black, of the group Playa. He posted the… Continue reading Timbaland’s Former Partner Magoo Has Reportedly Passed Away

Tyrese Files $1M Lawsuit Against The Home Depot for Racial Profiling

Performing on world stages and appearing in dozens of movies still doesn’t get you out of being racially profiled. As many times as Tyrese Gibson has been on the movie screens, he still gets the same treatment from Home Depot that the average Black person gets. Because of this, the “Lately” singer has filed a… Continue reading Tyrese Files $1M Lawsuit Against The Home Depot for Racial Profiling

Chauncey ‘Black’ Hannibal Shares Joy and Advice After Paterson, NJ Street Renamed Blackstreet Blvd.

Chauncey ‘Black’ Hannibal Shares Joy and Advice After Paterson, NJ Street Renamed Blackstreet Blvd. A ceremony to rename a street in Paterson, NJ took place for the R&B group Blackstreet. The group of singers had the street formerly known as Presidential Boulevard renamed Blackstreet Boulevard. The Grammy Award-winning group, which features Chauncey “Black” Hannibal, Levi… Continue reading Chauncey ‘Black’ Hannibal Shares Joy and Advice After Paterson, NJ Street Renamed Blackstreet Blvd.

J. Brown Releases ‘The Art Of Making Love’

J. Brown Releases ‘The Art Of Making Love’   “J. Brown has delivered an amazing project with “The Art Of Making Love.” Brown’s beautiful vocals are on full display as he gently touches and pulls at the heartstrings with a lyrical cadence. “The Art Of Making Love” is a definite love vibe and absolutely needs… Continue reading J. Brown Releases ‘The Art Of Making Love’

De La Soul Releases Final AOI Physical Albums : ‘Art Official Intelligence: Mosaic Thump’ & ‘AOI: Bionix’

DE LA SOUL RELEASES FINAL AOI PHYSICAL ALBUMS: ‘ART OFFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: MOSAIC THUMP’ & ‘AOI: BIONIX’ Exclusive merchandise is also available for purchase today on wearedelasoul.com NEW YORK, NY (August 11, 2023) – De La Soul is thrilled to announce the release of the highly anticipated physical albums Art Official Intelligence: Mosaic Thump and AOI: Bionix, accompanied by additional… Continue reading De La Soul Releases Final AOI Physical Albums : ‘Art Official Intelligence: Mosaic Thump’ & ‘AOI: Bionix’

Headie One – More Money More Problems

HEADIE ONE RELEASES NEW TRACK “MORE MONEY MORE PROBLEMS” (August 10, 2023 – Los Angeles, CA) Headie One releases new track “More Money More Problems.” Get it HERE at all DSPs. Produced by long-time collaborator M1OnTheBeat and Deggzy, “More Money More Problems” is the embodiment of Headie’s street-smart lyrics, recounting his journey from the streets… Continue reading Headie One – More Money More Problems

Chuck D Connects with Major League Baseball, Named Music Ambassador in Celebration of Hip-Hop’s 50th

Public Enemy’s Chuck D’s voice has always been recognizable and powerful whenever he blessed the mic, and he has always been an ambassador for the culture of hip-hop. Now, that voice has been named the music ambassador for Hip Hop’s 50th anniversary by Major League Baseball. Major League Baseball has teamed up with the Long… Continue reading Chuck D Connects with Major League Baseball, Named Music Ambassador in Celebration of Hip-Hop’s 50th

Floyd Mayweather Helped Move 68 Families Affected By Recent Wildfires in Maui

He is known for flashing his fortune often and in public, letting people see just how wealthy he is, but, his generosity isn’t often publicized. Retired boxer, Floyd Mayweather is providing care for almost 70 families who have been caught up in the tragedy affecting the people of Maui. According to TMZ Sports, the undefeated… Continue reading Floyd Mayweather Helped Move 68 Families Affected By Recent Wildfires in Maui

Malika Andrews Taking Over as ESPN’s NBA Finals Host

With all the current changes taking place at ESPN, this one should be a great look! Reportedly, Malika Andrews, who is presently hosting “NBA Today” is slated to become the new host of the NBA Finals for ESPN. According to The New York Post, Andrews will be replacing Mike Greenberg, who has been leading the… Continue reading Malika Andrews Taking Over as ESPN’s NBA Finals Host

Igloo and RUN DMC Drop its First Special Edition Cooler Collab

RUN DMC X IGLOO: SPECIAL-EDITION COOLER COLLAB DROPS TODAY Igloo’s New Playmate and KoolTunes Honor the Pioneer Rap Group in Celebration of 50 Years of Hip-Hop  August 10, 2023 (New York, New York) – Today, Igloo announced a special-edition collaboration with RUN DMC, the original icons of hip-hop, by dropping two new custom-designed coolers exclusively at igloocoolers.com/rundmc.… Continue reading Igloo and RUN DMC Drop its First Special Edition Cooler Collab

Celebrating 50 Years, Marvin Gaye’s ‘Let’s Get It On: Deluxe Edition’ Will be Issued with Unreleased Tracks

Hip-hop isn’t the only one celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. On August 28, 1973, the world was able to purchase and hear the classic album “Let’s Get It On” by Motown recording legend, Marvin Gaye. Now, 50 years later, save a day or two earlier, ok, three days earlier, a digital version of the… Continue reading Celebrating 50 Years, Marvin Gaye’s ‘Let’s Get It On: Deluxe Edition’ Will be Issued with Unreleased Tracks

Starz Releases Trailer for Season Two of ‘Power Book IV: Force’

STARZ released today the high-octane trailer for season two of “Power Book IV: Force,” along with dynamic gallery images and key art for the highly anticipated drama series. Season two of STARZ’s scripted drama “Power Book IV: Force,” returns on Friday, September 1 at midnight ET on the STARZ app, all STARZ streaming and on-demand… Continue reading Starz Releases Trailer for Season Two of ‘Power Book IV: Force’

Former Raiders Player Charles Woodson Becomes First Former NFL Player to Partner with NFL Team as Spirit Sponsor

A former NFL player has made history with a business relationship with a former football team. The Las Vegas Raiders have partnered with a former Raiders player who is a member of the NFL Hall of Fame. Woodson Bourbon Whiskey, the award-winning spirit brand that was created by former Raiders defensive player and Pro Football… Continue reading Former Raiders Player Charles Woodson Becomes First Former NFL Player to Partner with NFL Team as Spirit Sponsor

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