The NFL, under its Inspire Change initiative, released a feature this week with MC Lyte highlighting her song “King King” from her most recent album “1 of 1”. The song, which features Queen Latifah, was written to honor NFL players and draws inspiration from players who use their voices and platforms to speak out about… Continue reading MC Lyte Partners with the NFL in Supporting Social Justice Advocacy in Sports and Music
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Damon Dash Said Drake ‘Disappeared’ After Offering To Purchase His Share In Roc-A-Fella Records
The auction of Damon Dash’s 1/3 stake in Roc-A-Fella Records finally took place on Nov. 14 and now The State of New York is partners with JAY-Z and Kareem “Biggs” Burke. Now that Dash is no longer involved with the recording label, he mentioned in a recent video clip that Canadian rapper Drake previously offered… Continue reading Damon Dash Said Drake ‘Disappeared’ After Offering To Purchase His Share In Roc-A-Fella Records
Wallo267 Gives Kodak Black A Million Dollaz Worth of Game
Florida rapper Kodak Black has always been a polarizing recording artist who has had several run-ins with the law. On a recent appearance on the Gillie Da Kid and Wallo267-led podcast, Million Dollaz Worth of Game, the former rapper and ex-felon were recorded trying to steer Kodak Black in the right direction. Kodak Black has… Continue reading Wallo267 Gives Kodak Black A Million Dollaz Worth of Game
A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Surprises Teenagers At Manhattan Hotspot
Bronx recording artist A Boogie With Da Hoodie celebrated children with incarcerated family members at a dinner at a fancy restaurant in New York City. According to Bronx Times, the rapper dined with 50 young people at Sei Less restaurant in Manhattan through a nonprofit program named Children of Promise NYC. The gathering was done… Continue reading A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Surprises Teenagers At Manhattan Hotspot
Jim Jones To Give Out Turkeys In Harlem
Former Dipset member and Harlem-bred recording artist Jim Jones is giving back to the community by hosting a turkey giveaway in his hometown before Thanksgiving. The entrepreneurial reality TV star is doing this annual charity work through his non-profit organization, VAMP Cares. Families interested in picking up a turkey for the holiday can do so… Continue reading Jim Jones To Give Out Turkeys In Harlem
Nas Partners With Umbro & Nicholas Daley For Limited Edition Hockey Jersey Celebrating 30th Anniversary of Illmatic
Nas Celebrates 30th Anniversary of his Revolutionary Album, Illmatic, with Limited-Edition Collaboration in Partnership with Umbro & Nicholas Daley New York, NY, November 19, 2024 – GRAMMY-Award winning rap legend Nas, celebrates the 30th anniversary of his revolutionary album, Illmatic, while on tour in London. Known as a pivotal release in hip-hop history, Illmatic is more than… Continue reading Nas Partners With Umbro & Nicholas Daley For Limited Edition Hockey Jersey Celebrating 30th Anniversary of Illmatic
Whitney Houston: The Concert for a New South Africa (Durban) Premieres On PBS Stations Dec. 1
WHITNEY HOUSTON – THE CONCERT FOR A NEW SOUTH AFRICA (DURBAN) Premieres on PBS Stations Beginning December 1, 2024 Full-Length Concert Available for Streaming With PBS Passport PBS and Sony Music Entertainment in Partnership with The Estate of Whitney E. Houston and Primary Wave Music Present the Fully Remastered Never-Before-Televised Concert in… Continue reading Whitney Houston: The Concert for a New South Africa (Durban) Premieres On PBS Stations Dec. 1
Snoop Dogg’s ‘Doggyland’ Debuts Vancy the Dalmatian, Voiced By VanVan
Snoop Dogg’s ‘Doggyland’ Debuts Vancy the Dalmatian, Voiced By Young Viral Sensation VanVan, In New Song ‘Grateful’ The fun new sing-along teaches young children the importance of expressing gratitude. (Los Angeles, CA – November 14, 2024) – The popular 3D animated series Doggyland— co-created by Snoop Dogg, October London, and Claude Brooks –introduces “Vancy”, a spirited Dalmatian… Continue reading Snoop Dogg’s ‘Doggyland’ Debuts Vancy the Dalmatian, Voiced By VanVan
TidalWave Comics To Release ‘FAME: Megan Thee Stallion’
MEGAN THEE STALLION IMMORTALIZED IN NEW COMIC BOOK TidalWave Comics is excited to announce that hip-hop icon Megan Thee Stallion will be the focus of the newest release in its celebrated “FAME” comic book series, highlighting influential figures. “FAME: Megan Thee Stallion” is set for release this week. Written by Eric… Continue reading TidalWave Comics To Release ‘FAME: Megan Thee Stallion’
Jim Jones Hosting Turkey Giveaway in Harlem on Sunday, November 24th
Harlem’s own Jim Jones, the legendary rapper, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, is giving back to his community this holiday season with his annual turkey giveaway through his non profit VampCares. On Sunday, November 24th, families in need can pick up a free turkey at 57 Malcolm X Blvd, New York, NY 10026, from 11:00 AM to… Continue reading Jim Jones Hosting Turkey Giveaway in Harlem on Sunday, November 24th
T-Pain Honored In Hometown With Street Renamed ‘T-Pain Lane’
Tallahassee, Fla. native Faheem Najmm, who goes by the stage name of T-Pain was recently honored in his hometown with the city naming a street after him. The ceremony took place on Nov. 11 where the recording artist was presented with a key to the city from the town’s mayor. A portion of Pasco Street… Continue reading T-Pain Honored In Hometown With Street Renamed ‘T-Pain Lane’
Wu-Tang Clan Once Had Their Own Video Game
When a Staten Island hip-hop group released a song that captured the hearts of New York City fans and then the world, no one expected the phenomenon those nine emcees came together for. The Wu-Tang Clan released their debut album, Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) in 1992 (the theme of the album and the emcees… Continue reading Wu-Tang Clan Once Had Their Own Video Game
GQ Selects Pharrell Williams For Designer Of The Year
Music producer and fashion designer Pharrell Williams is having quite a year. After his Lego-inspired movie, Piece by Piece was released in theaters in October, GQ magazine announced that the Virginia native is the publication’s Designer of the Year. The popular recording artist has been at the helm of Louis Vuitton for almost two years… Continue reading GQ Selects Pharrell Williams For Designer Of The Year
50 Cent: Omari Hardwick ‘Overvalues Himself’
“Power” executive and recording artist 50 Cent has recently stated that the former lead actor of his hit TV show, Omari Hardwick “overvalues himself.” On a recent episode of The Breakfast Club, the “Get Rich or Die Trying” lyricist spoke on Hardwick’s bitterness toward him after complaining several years ago that he was underpaid while… Continue reading 50 Cent: Omari Hardwick ‘Overvalues Himself’
Tyga – Mmphh
Tyga – Mmphh Grammy-nominated artist TYGA is set to reignite the music scene with the release of his dynamic two-pack, featuring tracks “Don’t B Fooled” and “Mmphh,” dropping on November 15th via EMPIRE distribution. To elevate the release further, fans can look forward to visually stunning music videos accompanying each song, promising to pull viewers… Continue reading Tyga – Mmphh
