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Why is Black Thought considered an “underrated” MC? As co-founder of The Roots, he is a Grammy-award winning rapper with 11 albums under his belt and a career that spans 20-plus years. He’s toured the world 10 times over and he’s broadcast into millions of homes every weeknight thanks to his Master of Ceremonies gig […]
It’s not always easy to say goodbye, but after 20 years in purple and gold, Kobe Bryant is close to ending one chapter of his career. To honor Bryant’s imminent basketball retirement, Kendrick Lamar linked with ESPN on “Fade to Black,” a poignant 30 for 30 video tribute to the NBA legend.
Ice Cube and Common recently settled their beef like some grown [rich] men and came together to make a song called “Real People” that appears on the soundtrack for Barbershop 3, a film they both act in. The new pals made their friendship official by performing the track on The Tonight Show.
Doug Banks, a beloved radio and television personality in Chicago, died Monday from complications related to diabetes. Banks was a popular fixture on radio stations by way of his nationally-syndicated show and supporters are fondly honoring the longtime disc jockey.
The often-troubled DMX has just found himself facing some serious allegations on the Left Coast. Authorities in Costa Mesa, CA are saying a 25-year old woman is accusing the former Ruff Ryder of sexually assaulting her at a hotel in Orange County, CA.
Lil Wayne already has permanent tears tattoed on his face, but he recently shed a couple real ones after he heard 2 Chainz’ “Dedication” song celebrating their friendship for the first time. Weezy reflected on the moment backstage after their Collegrove concert in Atlanta.
Boko Haram and their ongoing reign of terror across West Africa and beyond has been a thorn in the side against opponents of the group on the continent. In a new report from The United Nations Children’s Fund, better known as UNICEF, the terrorist organization has been employing children to carry out deadly bomb attacks.
The NBA Playoffs are almost here, and Timbaland is getting in on the action. The renowned producer created the music for new “Every Second Counts” commercial.
Top Dawg Entertainment founder Anthony “Top Dawg” Tiffith just posted on Instagram how much he’s paying for tickets to Kobe Bryant’s last game. Hint: there are cars that cost less.
Rick Ross is a shell of his former self. The Miami rapper has reportedly dropped 60 pounds, but his beloved Wingstop chicken wings are still part of his diet, though.
Drake’s new album Views From The 6 will be an Apple Music exclusive, but only for one week according to BuzzFeed. The album will reportedly become available on all streaming platforms after seven days.
Kobe Bryant’s hall of fame career is coming to a close, and we’re still learning interesting factoids about the Black Mamba. For instance, according to his old teammates, Kobe had Jay Z lyrics memorized by the day after a new album dropped.