“I came in the door, I said it before, I never let the mic magnetize me no more, but it’s biting me, fighting me, inviting me to rhyme, I can’t hold it back, I’m looking for the line” is one of the most iconic lines in the history of hip-hop. A young Rakim helped elevate… Continue reading Eric B. & Rakim Reunite Becoming First Hip-Hop Act to Perform at NJ’s North to Shore Music Festival
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Snoop Dogg Partners With Petco, Snoop Doggie Doggs Products in Stores this Summer
The canine personality of Calvin Broadus Jr. also known as Snoop Dogg is being used for the latest campaign for the pet supply company, Petco. Petco recently announced it is collaborating with the “Doggystyle” rapper in an advertising campaign that totes the benefits of the products the company sells. The use of Snoop’s Doberman persona that… Continue reading Snoop Dogg Partners With Petco, Snoop Doggie Doggs Products in Stores this Summer
Big Daddy Kane Updates Status of Upcoming Netflix Documentary ‘Paragraphs I Manifest’
Big Daddy Kane Updates Status of Upcoming Netflix Documentary ‘Paragraphs I Manifest’ In some hip-hop circles, Big Daddy Kane is considered the person who was the prelude to a young Jay-Z. Both are from Brooklyn, both have flows that are unmatched and the two are known for their lyrical fortitude in their craft. The “Prince… Continue reading Big Daddy Kane Updates Status of Upcoming Netflix Documentary ‘Paragraphs I Manifest’
Snoop Dogg Delays Induction into Songwriters Hall of Fame
The 2023 Songwriters Hall of Fame, which is taking place June 15 won’t have the Doggfather, Snoop Dogg attending this year, although he was scheduled to be inducted this year. According to Billboard, the popular entertainer has withdrawn his induction into the Hall of Fame this year “for personal reasons.” He does intend to participate… Continue reading Snoop Dogg Delays Induction into Songwriters Hall of Fame
50 Cent Settles Lawsuit with Remy Martin Over Bottle Design
50 Cent Settles Lawsuit with Remy Martin Over Bottle Design 50 Cent’s battle with the cognac brand, Remy Martin has ended. According to a report by TMZ, the spirits company owned by 50, Sire Spirits has reached a confidential settlement with E. Rémy Martin & Co. The media outlet has obtained paperwork signifying that the… Continue reading 50 Cent Settles Lawsuit with Remy Martin Over Bottle Design
Shannon Sharpe Thanks Skip Bayless on Final Appearance on ‘Undisputed’
The relationship between two sports announcers, NFL Hall of Famer, Shannon Sharpe, and Skip Bayless had recently become contentious. Now that the former football player has hosted his last “Undisputed” sports show, he gave Bayless an emotional message which included gratitude for partnering with him for the television program. Earlier this month, it was reported… Continue reading Shannon Sharpe Thanks Skip Bayless on Final Appearance on ‘Undisputed’
LeBron James Family Foundation Launches I PROMISE Housing in Akron
Los Angeles Lakers player LeBron James has been keeping his promise when it comes to his organization and its work. According to News 5 Cleveland, The LeBron James Family Foundation held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the I PROMISE Housing development. The apartment complex is in partnership with the East Akron Neighborhood… Continue reading LeBron James Family Foundation Launches I PROMISE Housing in Akron
Country Singer Jimmie Allen Dropped from Record Label After Second Woman Accuses him of Sexual Assault
The troubles that have surrounded country singer, Jimmie Allen have just gotten worse as his record label has officially dropped the controversial recording artist. According to Variety, Jimmie Allen who is being sued by two women for sexual assault, has been dropped by his recording label, BBR Music Group. A statement has been put out… Continue reading Country Singer Jimmie Allen Dropped from Record Label After Second Woman Accuses him of Sexual Assault
Visit Baltimore and the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA®) Announces the Basketball Tournament is Staying Until 2026
CIAA AND VISIT BALTIMORE ANNOUNCE EXTENSION OF THE MEN’S AND WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT IN BALTIMORE THROUGH 2026 Baltimore, MD (June 8, 2023) – Mayor Brandon M. Scott, Visit Baltimore, the State of Maryland, and the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA®), the nation’s oldest historically Black athletic conference, announced today that the Men’s and… Continue reading Visit Baltimore and the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA®) Announces the Basketball Tournament is Staying Until 2026
Lil Jon Wants To Do What? Premiering on HGTV Monday, July 10
LIL JON – GRAMMY AWARD®-WINNING PRODUCER, RAPPER AND DJ – DELIVERS BIGGER, BOLDER HOME RENOS IN NEW SEASON OF HGTV HIT SERIES ‘LIL JON WANTS TO DO WHAT?’ New York [June 8, 2023] Lil Jon, the GRAMMY Award®-winning producer, rapper and DJ turned innovative home renovator, will once again team up with popular designer… Continue reading Lil Jon Wants To Do What? Premiering on HGTV Monday, July 10
Bun B Opens Trill Burgers First Brick-and-Mortar Location in Houston
Legendary Houston hip-hop recording artist, Bun B, purveyor of Trill Burgers appeared on ABC last year to represent the culinary treat. It was crowned Good Morning America’s Best Burger in the United States last summer after a competition on live TV. Now, he has opened up Trill Burgers’ first brick-and-mortar location on June 7 in his hometown… Continue reading Bun B Opens Trill Burgers First Brick-and-Mortar Location in Houston
Giannis Antetokounmpo and Brothers Launch Ante, Inc.
Milwaukee Bucks player, Giannis Antetokounmpo has launched a business named Ante, Inc. with his three brothers, Thanasis Antetokounmpo, Kostas Antetokounmpo, and Alex Antetokounmpo. The “Greek Freak” posted a message on his Twitter account announcing the company. I have had success on the court, and I continue to work harder every day to get better, but… Continue reading Giannis Antetokounmpo and Brothers Launch Ante, Inc.
Ye Reportedly Pocketed Over $25M After Adidas Releases Yeezys
Ye Reportedly Pocketed Over $25M After Adidas Releases Yeezys So much for Ye being canceled. According to a report by Hypebeast, Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West has reportedly pocketed over $25 million based on first-day numbers. The media outlet stated that there were 682,300 pairs of YEEZYs available for sale. The total sum… Continue reading Ye Reportedly Pocketed Over $25M After Adidas Releases Yeezys
PEPSI® Dig In Partners With Keith Lee To Help Find the Country’s Best Black-Owned Restaurants
Pepsi Dig In, a platform designed to drive access, business growth and awareness for Black-owned restaurants, is kicking off its latest call for submissions for its Restaurant Royalty program with one of social media’s most well-known diners: food reviewer Keith Lee who boasts twelve million TikTok followers. Entering its sophomore year, Restaurant Royalty, a program… Continue reading PEPSI® Dig In Partners With Keith Lee To Help Find the Country’s Best Black-Owned Restaurants
Ezekiel Lewis Promoted to President of Epic Records
Epic Records has appointed a new president. The recording label has announced that it has officially named Ezekiel Lewis to the position of President of Epic Records. He has been the label’s Executive Vice President and Head of A&R since 2020 and in this new role, he will continue to report to Sylvia Rhone, Epic… Continue reading Ezekiel Lewis Promoted to President of Epic Records