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Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty J.R. Writer is taking legal action against Universal Music Group, alleging the company has failed to pay him master and publishing royalties. Born Juan Rusty Brito, the Harlem rapper and songwriter is seeking compensation for his work on records by Dipset members Cam’ron and Juelz Santana. Writer claims he has not received his share of royalties tied to Cam’s “Shake” and Juelz Santana’s “Squalie,” despite being […]

Derek Zhang He can sing, rap, act and is quite the family man with a beautiful wife and five talented young children. Yet and still, it seems as if we’re only beginning to fully understand the multi-hyphenate nature of Tobe Nwigwe. With a GRAMMY nomination and two NAACP Image Awards to his name already, his decade-spanning discography will soon have another banger in the vault with the upcoming release of […]

Source: Matt Cardy / Getty 10 Of The Most Sampled Black Songs In Music History Some songs don’t just become hits — they become part of music history forever. Over the years, Black artists have created records so influential that generations of musicians continue sampling them across hip-hop, R&B, pop, dance, and even country music. From iconic drum breaks to unforgettable vocals and basslines, these songs helped shape the sound […]

Black Music Month is the perfect time to celebrate the voices keeping hip-hop, R&B, and Black culture conversations alive beyond the music itself. Podcasts have become the new barbershop, radio station, and backstage pass all rolled into one. Essentially, giving fans unfiltered debates, untold stories, industry insight, and hilarious commentary from some of the culture’s biggest personalities. Whether you’re looking for deep dives into rap history, viral music takes, or […]

Source: National Cancer Survivors Day lands on June 7, and it’s more than just a calendar moment. It’s a reminder of the strength it takes to hear a diagnosis, go through treatment, deal with the fear, the side effects, the scars and the uncertainty — and still keep living, working, creating and showing up for the people who love you. The National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation defines a survivor as […]

Jamie McCarthy 25 years of doing anything at an exemplary level is something worth celebrating, and that’s the name of the game this week in New York City for the week-long film marathon annually known as Tribeca Festival. In order to kick off its quarter-century anniversary the right way, co-founders Jane Rosenthal and legendary actor Robert De Niro crafted up the brilliant idea to open with an upcoming HBO documentary […]

Source: Leon Bennett / Getty The Essence Festival began in the summer of 1995. The beginning of this festival marked a historic moment that forever changed the festival landscape. The festival is enriched by roots entrenched in celebrating African American culture. This event captivates hearts and minds all in a single weekend. The 1995 Essence Festival brought together musical legends such as Luther Vandross, Gladys Knight, and the late Aaliyah. […]

Source: Aaron Davidson / Getty MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — From Regina King to T.I., the stars came out for the American Black Film Festival’s (ABFF) 30th anniversary. But the real story was the enduring mission that transformed a small gathering for Black filmmakers into one of the entertainment industry’s most influential cultural events. For three decades, the ABFF festival has served as more than a gathering place for filmmakers, a launchpad for careers, […]

✕ When Boosie stepped into the building with Incognito the energy shifted immediately, he came through with full confidence, that signature no-filter, no-apologies presence that’s kept his community rocking with him for years. Real ones know, and this interview reminded everybody exactly why Boosie stays relevant. Dad Mode First Before anybody could even get into the music, Boosie had to shout out his kids. Graduation season had him glowing, especially […]