Author: wazup
Is JAY-Z Planning a Barclays Residency for Reasonable Doubt 30th Anniversary?
The Bed-Stuy native is dropping a trail of breadcrumbs that points directly to Brooklyn. Is JAY-Z Planning a Reasonable Doubt 30th Anniversary Residency at Barclays Center? Eddie Fu
DJ Quik’s Son Sentenced To 15 Years To Life In 2022 Shooting
David Marvin Blake Jr., the son of legendary West Coast producer and rapper DJ Quik, has been sentenced to 15 years to life in prison for his role in a 2022 fatal shooting in Downey, California. According to Complex, a Los Angeles County judge handed down the sentence, Friday, after Blake Jr. was convicted of […]
Ilhan Omar Fries Nancy Mace Online, Internet Joins In
As the Trump administration launched a surprise attack on Iran on Saturday (Feb. 28), Republican congresswoman Nancy Mace decided to use it to troll other members of the House of Representatives – specifically Representatives Ilhan Omar of Minnesota and Rashida Tlaib of Michigan. That led to Omar firing back at Mace in a way that […]
‘With No Due Respect,’ Foggieraw’s Formal Introduction
Foggieraw dropped off the lead single for his debut studio record almost two full years ago. "Stay Awhile," which now falls as track eight on the ascendant Ghana-born, DMV-raised artist's awaited solo debut album.The soulful entry point into Foggieraw's first-ever fully fleshed-out sonic ether swerves between R&B subgenres, married with hip-hop production tactics and jazz instrumentals – and e...
The Beauty in Teppei Ono’s Cathartic Clay
Teppei Ono is a celebrated Japanese contemporary ceramic artist whose practice is a powerful dialogue between raw, untamed energy and the quiet resilience of everyday life. Born in 1958, his path began with a deep rebellion against the constraints of modern society, driving him to seek freedom through the elemental medium of clay.After apprenticing in the historic pottery center of Tokoname under ...
JAY-Z Celebrates 30th Anniversary With “N***a What, N***a Who (Originator 99)” Vinyl Release
SummaryJAY-Z continues his 30th anniversary celebrations with an archival approach to his discographyA special vinyl edition of the 1999 single "N***a What, N***a Who (Originator 99)" has launched onlineThe physical release features a variety of cuts, including alternative versions and other classic tracksIn celebration of his 30-year career in the hip-hop game, JAY-Z has dropped a special vinyl e...
Oh great, here comes 6G
It brings me no pleasure to say this, but friends: The next G cometh. The standard formally known as 6G is still being established, but it's going to be a major topic of discussion at Mobile World Congress 2026, which gets started today in Barcelona. 5G arrived back in 2019, but also, did it, entirely? […]
Tecno’s latest concept phone is lit by neon
After teasing a magnetic, modular smartphone concept the other day, Tecno has followed that up with another two phone designs centered around color-changing finishes: one with E Ink, and the other incorporating neon. I'm the most taken with the Pova Neon, which the company says includes genuine neon lighting, not just bright colors: it uses […]
Everything Coming To and Leaving Netflix in March 2026
SummaryNetflix is delivering a massive slate for March 2026, headlined by the Peaky Blinders spinoff film The Immortal Man (March 20), the live-action ONE PIECE Season 2 (March 10), and the highly anticipated BTS live event and documentary (March 21/27).Horror and suspense fans have a busy month with the complete Saw franchise arriving March 19, the debut of the Duffer Brothers' new series Somethi...
Paramount Skydance Agrees To Acquire Warner Bros. Discovery in Historic $110 Billion USD Deal
SummaryParamount Skydance has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery in a massive $110 billion deal USDThe acquisition concludes a fierce corporate bidding war after Netflix declined to match Paramount's superior $31-per-share offerExpected to close in the third quarter of 2026, the merger unites iconic franchises like Harry Potter, the DC Universe, and Mission: Impossible...
Sturgill Simpson Releases New Johnny Blue Skies Album, Mutiny After Midnight, Early on YouTube
Simpson previously said his new album would only be available in physical configurations. Sturgill Simpson Releases New Johnny Blue Skies Album, Mutiny After Midnight, Early on YouTube Scoop Harrison
Studio Ghibli, ‘Godzilla,’ and Katsushika Hokusai’s Works Come Together for Christie’s “Anime Starts Here” Auction
SummaryChristie's officially introduced its new online auction titled "Anime Starts Here: Japanese Subculture Reimagines Tradition"The curated sale bridges classical Japanese craftsmanship with the global influence of modern subcultural movementsFeatured lots include original manga drawings by Osamu Tezuka alongside anime cels and traditional artworksChristie's has unveiled the "Anime Starts Here:...
