For the first time in his career, musician Nau’Jour “Toosii” Grainger, originally from Syracuse and later Raleigh, has entered the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100. His track “Favorite Song” ascended to the No. 8 spot on the chart.
Up three places from its
more...May 16th, 2023
Grambling State University, Louisiana, conferred an honorary doctorate upon E-40 during a graduation ceremony held on May 12. The acclaimed rapper, who was a student at the university in the 1980s, was invited to address the Spring Class of 2023.
The honor was particularly
more...May 15th, 2023
In the aftermath of its 2022 split from Kanye West, Adidas is formulating strategies to manage its remaining Yeezy inventory.
Recently, the sportswear giant has been exploring innovative methods to promote the brand without West’s involvement. This development comes amid
more...May 12th, 2023
Artist Partner Group and Universal Music Group have revealed the star-studded tracklist for the Fast X movie soundtrack, featuring a host of contemporary Hip Hop luminaries. The soundtrack is set to release on May 19, coinciding with the film’s North American premiere.
The
more...May 11th, 2023
The buzz around Usher Raymond IV is undeniable these days. His Las Vegas residency, featuring sold-out shows, has people talking, as does the rumored altercation with Chris Brown during the successful Lovers and Friends Festival. Usher’s New Look non-profit has also earned him
more...May 10th, 2023
This year’s Tribeca Festival is set to feature several Hip Hop stars, including Megan Thee Stallion and Chance The Rapper, as confirmed panelists for the New York City event. The Storytellers Series will host Chance The Rapper at The Indeed Theater at Spring Studios on June
more...May 10th, 2023
A Delaware judge has dismissed a class-action lawsuit led by the City of Coral Springs Police Officers’ Pension Plan and other shareholders against Jack Dorsey and the board members of Block Inc. The lawsuit aimed to hold them accountable for their decision to acquire
more...May 10th, 2023
Disney’s The Little Mermaid remake is set to hit American theaters on May 26, 2023, and hip-hop artist Offset was among the stars attending the film’s premiere at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Offset, a member of Migos, brought his two daughters, Kalea Marie Cephus
more...May 9th, 2023
In a recent appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Chance the Rapper expressed his willingness to collaborate with children’s cartoon character Peppa Pig to bring joy to his daughters, Kensli, seven, and Marli, three.
Host Seth Meyers asked the rapper whether his daughters enjoy
more...May 8th, 2023