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Source: Brian Rasic / Getty As we all know, award-winning recording artist Prince is a timeless icon and a true legend. His music speaks for itself, which makes sense as to why it can be difficult sometimes for productions to get his music cleared, but not impossible. Two of his songs actually were cleared to be used in this year’s series finale of Stranger Things, one being the classic ‘Purple […]

Paul Natkin It’s a real queen’s birthday! The ethereal Erykah Badu makes her milestone 55th lap around the sun today (February 26), still managing to possess that same youthful spirit we all fell in love with back in 1997 when she first emerged on the scene. Even though her signature head wrap that seemed to reach the clouds is far gone — you’d easier find her rocking a mohawk these […]

Source: R1 / R1 As the holy month of Ramadan begins, Muslims around the world prepare for a period of reflection, fasting, and spiritual growth. This festive time is also an opportunity to celebrate cultural diversity. One way to do so is by bridging the gap between the R&B music scene in the Arab world. In recent years, Arab R&B artists have emerged, blending traditional influences with current R&B sounds […]

Leon Bennett / Sarah Bond / Xbox Following the massive leadership shakeup at Xbox, a new report seems to place most of the blame for the gaming company’s failures squarely on the shoulders of Sarah Bond. Last week, the gaming world was thrown for a loop when news broke of Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer’s sudden retirement, the installation of his replacement, Asha Sharma, and of Sarah Bond’s unceremonious resignation. Bond […]

Source: Kevork Djansezian / Getty   Signifying the ninth month on the Islamic calendar, Ramadan is dedicated exclusively to strengthening prayer, reflection and community amongst the Muslim people. One major well-known practice is the act of sawm, the fourth pillar that acts as another word for fasting. The customary act of abstaining from food and drink, starting at dawn and ending when nightfall arrives, is actually very valiant in its […]

Source: Bernard Smalls / @PhotosByBeanz Nicki Minaj is never one to hold her tongue, and this time she’s coming at Gavin Newsom. During a recent speaking engagement in Atlanta alongside Mayor Andre Dickens, the California governor attempted to connect with Black voters by joking about his academic shortcomings. “I am like you, I’m a 960 SAT guy. I can’t read,” Newsome said. SMH… Social media wasted no time reacting, but […]

Source: Bernard Smalls / @PhotosByBeanz83 It’s going on seven years since the tragic death of the beloved Nipsey Hussle. While he’s no longer with us in the physical, his legacy continues to loom large in the Hip-Hop culture, and steps continue to be taken to immortalize the Los Angeles rap icon. Almost a year after the Victory Lap rapper had a Metro Station in LA renamed after him, ABC7 is […]

Source: Reach Media / Radio One Gospel artist Mervin Mayo recently joined Darlene McCoy on “The Nightly Spirit” for a heartfelt conversation, sharing the powerful stories behind his music, his unexpected viral success, and his deep spiritual convictions. The interview gave listeners an intimate look into the man whose ministry-focused music is touching millions. Mayo revealed that many of his most powerful songs were never planned. His track “In This […]

Source: @ogvamp1 / Instagram Luci4, the rapper behind the viral hit “BodyPartz,” has reportedly passed away. James Dear, also known as Luci4, was pronounced dead on February 22 at a close friend’s home in Los Angeles. His cause of death has not been confirmed. According to TMZ, Luci4’s family stated that his wallet was empty, raising concerns about the circumstances surrounding his passing. They had also reportedly warned him about […]