Category: Pop

Tracy Chapman Becomes First Black Woman to Top Billboard Country Chart as Songwriter

That “Fast Car” that Tracy Chapman has been driving has led her to become the first Black woman to have the top song on Billboard’s Country Airplay Chart. Earlier this week, Chapman’s song, “Fast Car” which was redone by country artist, Luke Combs landed at the top of the country charts making Chapman, who wrote… Continue reading Tracy Chapman Becomes First Black Woman to Top Billboard Country Chart as Songwriter

For $1.25M, You Can Own Jimi Hendrix’s 1961 Epiphone Wilshire Guitar

A piece of musical history is being placed on sale and it could be yours for slightly over $1 million. According to TMZ, the 1961 Epiphone Wilshire guitar that was once owned and played by legendary rock musician, Jimi Hendrix has just been put up for sale. The instrument can be purchased for $1.25 million… Continue reading For $1.25M, You Can Own Jimi Hendrix’s 1961 Epiphone Wilshire Guitar

Monster Energy: Official Energy Drink of the BIG3

Monster Energy to be the Official Energy Drink of the BIG3 for Third Consecutive Season LOS ANGELES, July 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Today, BIG3 Basketball announced that Monster Energy will be returning as a league sponsor for the upcoming 2023 season. Building on the success of the 2022 season that saw record numbers for the… Continue reading Monster Energy: Official Energy Drink of the BIG3

Kool & the Gang Receive Star In Youngstown (OH) Walk Of Fame

A celebration of good times and great honors had taken place on Saturday, July 1st, 2023, for Grammy legends Kool & the Gang as the city of Youngstown Ohio unveiled the very first star saluting the funk greats on the Youngstown Walk of Fame. Band co-founder/leader Robert “Kool” Bell and his younger brother the late… Continue reading Kool & the Gang Receive Star In Youngstown (OH) Walk Of Fame

The 38th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards Honors Legends CeCe Winans, Dr. Bobby Jones and Rev. Dr. Milton Biggham

THE GREATEST NIGHT IN GOSPEL MUSIC, THE 38th ANNUAL STELLAR GOSPEL MUSIC AWARDS, HONORS LEGENDS CECE WINANS, DR. BOBBY JONES, AND REV. DR. MILTON BIGGHAM Premiering on the Newly-Launched Stellar Network, Performers Include Kierra Sheard-Kelly, Naomi Raine, Pastor Mike Jr., Maranda Curtis, Tim Bowman Jr. & Faith City Music, DOE, Dorothy Norwood, Zacardi Cortez, HLE… Continue reading The 38th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards Honors Legends CeCe Winans, Dr. Bobby Jones and Rev. Dr. Milton Biggham

Lil Wayne Will Become BMI Icon at this Year’s BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards

New Orleans legendary recording artist, Lil Wayne will take home the highest honor at this year’s 2023 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards taking place this September. BMI has announced that the 5x GRAMMY® award-winning rapper will receive the honor of having a very successful career in the hip-hop game. This monumental occasion will also take place during… Continue reading Lil Wayne Will Become BMI Icon at this Year’s BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards

Diageo Responds to Diddy Lawsuit by Cutting Ties with the Mogul

Earlier this month, it was reported that Diddy filed a lawsuit against the company distributing his DeLeon tequila and Ciroc vodka brands, accusing the conglomerate of racism. Now, Diageo has left the entertainment mogul on his own as it has cut ties with the hip-hop entrepreneur. According to Variety, the spirits company has responded to… Continue reading Diageo Responds to Diddy Lawsuit by Cutting Ties with the Mogul

Nicki Minaj Offers to Pay for College Education for Carlisha Hood’s Son After he Killed Man who Punched her in the Face

After being arrested for shooting and killing a man who assaulted his mother in a Chicago fast-food spot last week, the 14-year-old teenager and his mother, Carlishia Hood were let go after the charges against them were dropped. Now, Queens-bred hip-hop recording artist, Nicki Minaj has offered to foot the bill on his future college… Continue reading Nicki Minaj Offers to Pay for College Education for Carlisha Hood’s Son After he Killed Man who Punched her in the Face

iHeartMedia Announces Third Annual ‘iHeartRadio Living Black!’ on August 2

Usher, Miguel, GloRilla, Coco Jones and NLE Choppa to Perform During “iHeartRadio Living Black!” 2023 Special Event and National On-Air Celebration Of Black Culture and Impact In America Hosted by Jess Hilarious on August 2   The Event Will Feature Special Appearances by LL COOL J, Ty Dolla $ign, Roddy Ricch, Warren G, Chlöe, Lola… Continue reading iHeartMedia Announces Third Annual ‘iHeartRadio Living Black!’ on August 2

Hennessy to Celebrate Hip-Hop’s 50th Anniversary with Rapper Nas Featuring a Special Edition HenNASsy Bottle

Next month, Hennessy, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, will do something it has never done in the existence of the brand. A limited edition of the VS version of the brand will be released on July 20 and not only will it feature Queensbridge’s legendary recording artist, Nas, this edition will be… Continue reading Hennessy to Celebrate Hip-Hop’s 50th Anniversary with Rapper Nas Featuring a Special Edition HenNASsy Bottle

My Friends Are Better Than Yours: Newark Councilman Dupre Kelly is a Politician Who Can ‘Do It All’

Newark Councilman Dupre Kelly is a Politician Who Can ‘Do It All’ Hip-Hop and politics are two things that are needed in the community and it was only a matter of time before both would intersect with each other. We have always known that there would be politicians who claim hip-hop but to actually see… Continue reading My Friends Are Better Than Yours: Newark Councilman Dupre Kelly is a Politician Who Can ‘Do It All’

De La Soul’s DJ Maseo Reveals Almost Buckling While Negotiating Gaining Back Group’s Music Catalog

The fight to obtain the rights to their music was a journey that played out publicly for Long Island’s legendary hip-hop group, De La Soul. That fight ended up a victorious one when the group was granted the rights to their music after Reservoir secured their rights from the former record label, Tommy Boy Records. In… Continue reading De La Soul’s DJ Maseo Reveals Almost Buckling While Negotiating Gaining Back Group’s Music Catalog

Killer Mike Wants Education and Gun Safety for Black People, not New Gun Laws

Rapper and activist Killer Mike did an interview with TMZ where he discussed the curfew that is being talked about in his hometown of Atlanta. He also had an opinion when it comes to new gun laws being proposed. He feels it will end up hurting Black people and insists on doing something else that… Continue reading Killer Mike Wants Education and Gun Safety for Black People, not New Gun Laws

Rick Ross Donates $30K to Keep Fayette County Free Clinic Open

The generosity of hip-hop entrepreneur Rick Ross isn’t often told but he comes through to stop a Fayette County clinic from shutting down. According to WSB-TV, the Florida-bred businessman saved a clinic from closing when he donated $30,000 to keep its doors from shuttering. Ross presented the Fayette C.A.R.E. Clinic with the necessary funds when… Continue reading Rick Ross Donates $30K to Keep Fayette County Free Clinic Open

Ja Rule Launches Rose Vine Cellars with Red Rose Cabernet Sauvignon

JA RULE UNCORKS THE ESSENCE OF ELEGANCE WITH THE LAUNCH OF ROSE VINE CELLARS AND DEBUT OF ITS SIGNATURE RED ROSE CABERNET SAUVIGNON    Red Wax Dipped and Autographed Limited Edition Available Now at RoseVineCellars.com   Autograph & Rose Limited Edition Available for Pre-Order   NEW YORK, NY (June 14, 2023) – Renowned rapper, actor,… Continue reading Ja Rule Launches Rose Vine Cellars with Red Rose Cabernet Sauvignon

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