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Prince Williams/WireImage J. Cole has released a new music video for “Trae The Truth in Ibiza.”  It features lo-fi clips of him and Trae Tha Truth during a trip to the island, but mainly footage of Cole reflecting on what he’s accomplished since the early days of his career, shown via clips of a younger version of himself. […]

The Apollo Theater’s annual spring benefit was held Tuesday, with honorees Usher and Babyface in attendance. As The Associated Press reports, Usher was first treated to a tribute from dancers performing his hits, including “Burn,” “Caught Up” and “Confessions Part II.” He then accepted the Icon Award, sharing his full-circle moment with the crowd. “I remember thinking, […]

Photo by Eugenia R. Washington/WireImage Enchanting, a Texas rapper formerly signed to Gucci Mane‘s 1017 label, has died. She was 26 years old.  While the cause of death has not been reported, the news has been met with tributes from Gucci and others in the hip-hop world. “So sad to have to say R.I.P to […]

BC/Randy Holmes The Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards are making a return on June 21, continuing to recognize those “who have made a lasting effect on the culture,” per a press release. This year’s honorees include Cardi B, Fat Joe and Da Brat.  Cardi B is set to receive the Inspiration Award, rewarded to those who “defied […]

Courtesy of YouTube Music YouTube is back with its second annual Leaders and Legends gala, and this time it’s honoring the founders of Cash Money Records, Bryan “Birdman” Williams and Ronald “Slim” Williams. The two will receive the 2024 Leaders and Legends Award for their role in popularizing Southern rap music and breaking out artists, including Lil Wayne, Drake, Nicki […]

Hugo Comte The wait for Normani‘s new album, Dopamine, is almost over. With the release date set for Friday, she sat with Billboard and expressed her gratitude for fans’ excitement, despite delays and mishaps along the way. “Everybody not necessarily knowing what is going on within the process or within my personal life … I’m just grateful […]

Janelle Monáe has been named a headliner at the All Things Go festival, set to take place in New York’s Forest Hills Stadium Sept. 28 and Sept. 29. She’ll take the stage on the second day, as will fellow headliner Muna. Reneé Rapp will headline on the first day. More artists have been added to the lineup for […]

Scott Kowalchyk/CBS Common and Pete Rock‘s “Wake Up” collaboration is a tease to their upcoming, full-length album. They have announced the release of The Auditorium Vol. 1 via Loma Vista, featuring their newly released single “Dreamin.’” Jennifer Hudson, PJ, Bilal and Posdnuos of De La Soul are also on the project. “For me, this all started with A Dream,” Common wrote on […]

Photo by Erika Goldring/Getty Images It’s been 25 years since Juvenile dropped “Back That Azz Up,” and it’s seemingly aged well. The song, which continues to be a Black anthem and party-starter, has now earned, alongside Juvenile, it’s very own day. As Nola.com reports, New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell issued a proclamation on Tuesday to recognize […]

Photo by Kayla Oaddams/WireImage Rihanna celebrated the launch of her Fenty Hair brand on Monday, but that wasn’t the only topic of discussion for the night. In an interview with ET, she talks about the “I’m Retired” T-shirt she was spotted wearing a few days ago. “People got triggered with that retired word. They were like, ‘We’re […]