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The Weeknd Secures Historic $1 Billion Catalog Deal While Retaining Creative Control The Weeknd has officially entered rarefied air in music history. The global superstar has finalized a groundbreaking partnership with Lyric Capital Group, securing a deal tied to his music catalog that industry sources value at approximately $1 billion. Unlike traditional catalog sales, the agreement allows him to retain full creative control over his work while remaining a shareholder […]

A$AP Rocky‘s upcoming fourth studio album, Don’t Be Dumb, has been teased since the summer of 2024, but leaks and sample clearance issues marred its release. Now with a release date in focus, A$AP Rocky took to social media to share the album cover for Don’t Be Dumb, which features the handiwork of a famed filmmaker and executive producer. Via social media, A$AP Rocky revealed that the cover for Don’t […]

Source: iONE / Urban One On the second episode of Hip-Hop Wired’s digital show, Live Wire, we linked up with Bronx, N.Y., rapper Mickey Factz. With two new records, “Bring It Back” and “We Won,” the veteran MC had plenty to discuss. The Morning Hustle’s host Lore’l had a deep one-on-one conversation with Factz, diving deeper into the inspiration behind his latest music. He also teased his upcoming project, One […]

Source: Paras Griffin / Getty Ray J is not facing his latest legal fight alone. His mother, Sonja Norwood, has officially stepped forward to back her son as he battles Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner in a high-profile courtroom dispute that continues to draw public attention. ✕ According to court documents obtained by Us Weekly, Norwood, who is also the mother of singer Brandy, filed a sworn declaration on December […]

Source: TShum / Getty As the holiday season approaches, festive drinks take center stage in celebrations across the United States. Coffeeness, a leading coffee resource, recently unveiled its study on the most popular holiday beverages for 2025, offering a fascinating glimpse into regional preferences and national trends. Hot Chocolate: The Timeless Favorite Hot chocolate reigns supreme as the most popular festive drink, topping the charts in 13 states. This classic […]

Source: Scott Dudelson / Getty Rapper The Game is once again at the center of an online debate after sharing his views on dating, money, and responsibility during a recent appearance on Club Shay Shay with host Shannon Sharpe. Known for his unfiltered opinions, the West Coast artist didn’t hold back when discussing what he believes men should bring to the table before entering a serious romantic relationship. ✕ Text […]

Source: Ilya S. Savenok / Getty After almost 20 years of providing New York City with one of its most popular and best-sounding venues, Brooklyn’s Music Hall of Williamsburg will be closing its doors in just under a year. According to Variety, the famous destination opened its doors in 2007 will be losing its lease at the tail-end of 2026. It will be forced to find a new venue or […]

Source: NurPhoto / Getty 2026 is shaping up to be a game-changer for the culture and the community. With the new Nintendo Switch successor on the scene and developers pushing the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S to their limit, get ready for visuals, performance, and vibes that hit on a new level. This isn’t just growth—it’s a celebration of innovation and togetherness, promising unforgettable moments for players of all […]

Source: Markus Cuff/Prince Williams / Getty It’s shaping up to be a St. Louis link-up between Nelly, the St. Lunatics, and superstar producer Metro Boomin. Break out the Band-Aids and headbands, new St. Lunatics music is officially on the way. The Country Grammar rapper recently announced onstage that the St. Louis group is planning to release a new project in 2026. Not only are they giving fans new music, but […]