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No rapper’s bars have been judged more harshly over the last few years than Drake’s, but the piling on continues. Rapper JPEGMAFIA recently sat down with Billboard, and the topic of music’s current state arose, with the discussion focusing on its convergence with hardcore. JPEG thinks that when that mashup happens, people’s eyes will open and they’ll realize they’ve been bored with current releases, and considers Drake a major culprit.  […]

Remember back in the days when people could “pull your coattails” to something in a kind and respectful way, and you took in the advice gracefully? Well, that’s what happened in a surprisingly cordial exchange between Ciara and rapper/reality star Jim Jones at the BET Awards on Monday night. Cici jumped into a conversation Jones was having with The Breakfast Club in their media space at the awards, telling him […]

Source: Christopher Polk / Getty Ray J caused a lot of drama online after claiming he slept with rapper Sexyy Red. In a video, he said, “I slept with Sexyy Red, stop playing with me,” making it sound like something happened between them. People started talking fast, but it turns out, it wasn’t true. Later, Ray J went on his own show and took it back.  Brandy’s brother said he […]

Source: Christopher Polk / Getty Los Angeles was the place to be last night (June 9th) as the 2025 BET Awards marked the 25th anniversary of the legendary event. As always, the night honored and celebrated excellence in Black music, film, sports and culture.  The gathering was filled with unforgettable performances, emotional tributes, and major wins across categories. Continue reading to find out who all took home trophies last night. […]

Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty There may have been unforgettable performances, stirring tributes, and tear-jerker speeches, but one of the biggest showstoppers at the 2025 BET Awards was all the love in the air. Yes, the true main character energy came from the Black couples at the BET Awards, fans can’t stop talking about—arm in arm, matching in style, and oozing with chemistry. Date night was in full effect this […]

Source: Christopher Polk / Getty The 2025 BET Awards was the cultural reset we needed. Hosted live in Los Angeles, this year’s ceremony marked the 25th anniversary of the iconic event. From heartfelt tributes to unfiltered moments of resistance, the show gave us everything: nostalgia, truth, style, and soul. Check out a gallery of this year’s best moments inside. One of the most powerful highlights of the night came from […]

Source: Paras Griffin / Getty We almost lost Jamie Foxx.  In 2023, the comedian experienced what was then called a medical emergency in which he was rushed to the hospital. For months rumors began circulating as to what happened to the “Blame It” singer. Later learned that Foxx was in recovery and was doing better. Then, in his Netflix comedy special, What Had Happened Was Foxx explained that he suffered […]

The 2025 BET Awards aired last night, hosted by Kevin Hart, and they didn’t disappoint. Viewers have declared that the BET Awards are back! From hilarious moments between Kevin Hart, Druski and Kai Cenat to nostalgic performances by artists like Ashanti, Keyshia Cole, Amerie, Mya, B2K, Bow Wow and Jim Jones to a tear-inducing tribute to Jamie Foxx, we’re still talking about the top moments from culture’s biggest night. Icon […]

Source: Courtesy / Raymond Alva Yesterday (June 10th), Grammy-Award winning artist Leon Thomas kicked off his week by announcing his MUTTS DON’T HEEL World Tour, produced by Live Nation. The tour is in support of HEEL, the deluxe edition of his critically acclaimed sophomore album MUTT, out now via EZMNY/Motown Records. The North American leg kicks off October 30th in Dallas, TX, with stops in Austin, Nashville, Atlanta, Brooklyn, Toronto, Chicago, and Los Angeles. Rising R&B standout Ambré will join as support across the U.S. and Canada. Tickets will be […]