Hip-Hop
Rap Song of the Week: Rick Ross and 21 Savage Are “Outlawz”
Every week, our new music feature Rap Song of the Week breaks down the hip-hop tracks you need to hear. Check out the full playlist here. This week, Rick Ross kicks off his Richer Than I’ve Ever Been era with the 21 Savage-assisted “Outlawz.” Rick Ross is one of the most audacious characters in rap history, naming himself a notorious drug dealer and doubling down on his Mafia boss persona after photos of his previous stint as a correctional officer surfaced online. More than a decade after the minor controversy, the Florida rapper is living up to the title of his next album, Richer Than I’ve Ever Been, as a Wingstop franchisee and the owner of a fleet of luxury cars. First-time collaborator 21 Savage was also clowned after a bullshit ICE arrest revealed the Atlanta-based rapper was actuall...
Alicia Keys Unlocks the Magic of Harlem’s Apollo Theater For Her One Night Only Concert
On Thursday night (Nov. 11), Harlem was in for a treat as Alicia Keys graced the stage at the legendary Apollo Theater for a one-night-only concert. As part of SiriusXM and Pandora’s Small Stage Series, the 15-time Grammy Award winner delivered a dazzling exhibition, taking fans on a trip through her robust catalog. At 8:45 p.m., Keys sauntered through the theater with an army of performing artists. The dancers were as sleek as the superstar herself, with the men donning tuxedos and the women appearing in gold feathery outfits. Clad in a black, blue, and gold dress, Keys ignited the crowd with a stirring rendition of “Empire State of Mind.” Mesmerized by the crowd’s energy, Keys upped the ante by bringing out revered rap duo Jadakiss and Style P for a jazzy re...
Taylor Swift, BTS, Missy Elliott, Lady Gaga, T.J. Osborne & More of the Week’s Biggest Winners (Nov. 12)
Take a look at Billboard‘s weekly roundup and the “awards” it’s giving to this week’s headlines. Reddest Music News: Taylor Swift releases Red (Taylor’s Version) The album Swifties know all too well is the gift that keeps on giving. Taylor Swift finally released the re-recorded and expanded version of her 2012 album Red (Taylor’s Version) on Friday (Nov. 12), totaling 30 tracks. She’ll also slated to perform on Saturday Night Live again on Saturday, Nov. 13. Listen to Red (Taylor’s Version) here, and watch her accompanying All Too Well short film here. Smoothest Music News: BTS will perform “Butter” remix with Megan Thee Stallion at 2021 AMAs The American Music Awards announced on...
Smino Shares New Single “I Deserve”: Stream
Smino has returned with a new single called “I Deserve.” The latest track from the St. Louis singer/rapper features guest vocals from his official DJ, Nostidam., and was produced by J. Cole protégé Kal Banx and Wu10. “I Deserve” begins with Smino’s vocals gliding over a gentle, lackadaisical piano riff. The song then kicks in with a trap beat and an array of group chants that scatter the background. Lyrically, “I Deserve” is surprisingly emotional, alluding to Smino’s experiences with loss and financial instability. “Sometimes when I get like this /I burn right through my whole zip,” he sings. “Sometimes when I get like this /I might run that check up, I deserve it /Bring them cups out, I deserve it.” Listen to “I Deserve” below. “I Deserve” follows Smino’s earlier singles from the year, “...
Kanye West Hires Bill Cosby’s Lawyer to Work on Larry Hoover Case
In his bid to free Larry Hoover from prison, Kanye West has enlisted the services of Bill Cosby’s lawyer, Jennifer Bonjean. “We’re putting together a new team for [Hoover]… it’s much like in the footsteps of my father-in-law, Robert Kardashian,” Kanye explained during the second part of his interview with Drink Champs, which aired on Thursday night. “We got the lawyer that just got Cosby out.” Hoover, co-founder of the Chicago street gang Gangster Disciples, is currently serving six life sentences after being found guilty of murder, conspiracy, extortion, money laundering, and other criminal activities. Hoover has since renounced his association with Ganger Disciples activity and has sought to reclaim the initials GD as standing for growth and development. Advertisement Related Video Kanye...
Beyonce Hits an Ace With ‘King Richard’ Soundtrack Song ‘Be Alive’: Listen
Like the movie it appears in, “Be Alive” is an ace that will warm your heart and give you goosebumps. On it, Bey sings: “It feels so good to be alive / Got all my sisters by my side / Couldn’t wipe this black off if I tried / That’s why I lift my hеad with pride / Now we’re sitting on top of thе world again.” “Be Alive” is Beyonce’s first release as a lead artist since 2020’s “Black Parade”. King Richard is coming to theaters from Nov. 19 and it’ll stream exclusively on HBO Max. Stream the new number below. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by chatting, sharing photos, blogg...
Beyoncé Drops New Single “Be Alive”: Stream
The Queen Bey is back. Today, Beyoncé unveiled her highly-anticipated new single “Be Alive.” Stream it below. The track is the superstar’s contribution to the upcoming biopic King Richard, which follows the life of Richard Williams (played by Will Smith) as he raises a young Venus and Serena Williams into two of the greatest athletes of all time. Smith also produced the film through his longtime production company Overbrook Entertainment. “Be Alive” is Beyoncé’s first musical output since the release of her Juneteenth 2020 charity single “Black Parade” and the deluxe edition of The Lion King: The Gift, her companion soundtrack to Disney’s 2019 remake of The Lion King. Advertisement Related Video Previously, the icon enlisted the younger Williams sister to make an appearance on her 2016 vis...
Greta Van Fleet, The Swell Season, Dropkick Murphys, and More Tours on Sale This Week
After moving our clocks back an hour this past weekend, some people might be looking forward to holiday preparations. Don’t forget about yourself, however, as there are plenty of intriguing options for tickets going on sale this week, whether it’s indie folk, punk, hip-hop, or hard rock that tickles your fancy. Breakout Michigan rockers Greta Van Fleet are embarking on a headlining world tour, while Markéta Irglová and Glen Hansard are reuniting for the 15th anniversary of their breakout film, Once, for a trek that will also feature their music as the indie folk duo The Swell Season. Meanwhile, Chicago rapper Saba is gearing up for his upcoming third album with the “Back Home Tour.” Rounding out this week’s sales are a trio of punk acts at different points in their...
John Legend and Chrissy Teigen Host Democratic Senate Fundraiser at Beverly Hills Home
Five Democratic U.S. Senators were in attendance — Cory Booker, Amy Klobuchar, Alex Padilla, DSCC Chair Gary Peters, and Ron Wyden — and each shared remarks for a few minutes, followed up by a half-hour performance from Legend at the piano. About 120 people were present, including entertainment mogul Byron Allen, producer Marcy Carsey, Endeavor’s Patrick Whitesell, Peter and Megan Chernin, and This is Us star Sterling K. Brown and his wife, actress Ryan Michelle Bathe. The general reception was held in the backyard of Legend and Teigen’s Beverly Hills Post Office home, which the couple purchased in 2020 for $17.5M. The host committee for the evening was made up of Ellen Bronfman Hauptman and Andrew Hauptman, Marilyn and Jeffrey Katzenberg, Karlie Kloss (who is married to Jared Kushner’s br...
Astroworld Security Guard Recants Story That He Was Pricked in the Neck with Drugs
The Astroworld security guard who previously claimed he was pricked in the neck with drugs during Friday’s mayhem has walked back his story. During a press conference held in the immediate aftermath of Astroworld, Houston Police Chief Troy Finner acknowledged a report that an unknown individual may have injected other people with drugs. “We do have a report of a security officer… who was reaching over to restrain a citizen and he felt a prick in his neck,” Chief Finner said at the time. “He went unconscious and they administered Narcan and he was revived. The medical staff did notice a prick that was similar to if somebody was trying to inject.” However, after following up with the security guard in question, detectives were told a different story. Advertisement Related Video “We did locat...
Another Lil Wayne Mixtape Is Coming to Streaming Platforms in January
“Shout-out to the fans. If we could, we’d put all of [the tapes] up in one month,” he adds. “It’s a tedious process. It’s not like a one-day thing. But we’re going to hopefully get all those mixtapes [up].” The first Wayne mixtape to make it onto streaming was No Ceilings in August 2020, released by Cash Money Records and Young Money Entertainment, both distributed by Republic Records. The project, which originally dropped as a downloadable zip folder on sites like DatPiff in October 2009, was almost entirely made up of other artists’ instrumentals, and as a result, was not re-released in its entirety due to sample-clearance issues. Of the 21 tracks, including three skits, only 11 made it onto streaming platforms. All of the skits, and tracks t...
Jay-Z Wins Trial Over Soured Cologne Deal
“You failed to prove your case, they failed to prove their case,” Justice Andrew Borrok said to an attorney for Parlux after the verdict was read aloud in court. “You’re excused.” Wednesday’s verdict came after nearly six years of litigation over “Gold Jay-Z,” which the superstar launched in 2013 through a partnership with Parlux, which had previously launched licensed fragrances with other major artists like Rihanna. Parlux accused Jay-Z and his S. Carter Enterprises of failing to promote the fragrance, breaching the terms of their business contract and costing the company millions. The lawsuit said he refused to appear for events like Good Morning America and then refused to approve later iterations needed to keep the brand relevant. Jay-Z denied ...
