Category Archives: Pop/Hip Hop/R&B

50 Cent was charged at by an overeager fan during a recent show in Chicago, but luckily security was able to intervene before he got too close to the rapper. Fan Runs Up on 50 Cent While Performing and Gets Tackled by Security On Saturday (Sept. 16), 50 Cent performed with special guests Busta Rhymes […]

Since 1986, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has been honoring artists in the rock, blues, soul and even country music genres. Since 2007, the museum has been adding hip-hop artists to their prestigious Hall of Fame inductions. Currently, only six hip-hop acts have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. […]

These days, it’s not really enough just to have a consistent run of hit records — artists must have multiple revenue streams, including at least one product closely tied to their personal brand. Cardi B has Whip Shots, Tyler The Creator has Golf nail polish, and so on. As one of rap’s hottest rising stars, […]

Bon Jovi is an American rock band formed in Sayreville, New Jersey, in 1983. The group’s original members include Jon Bon Jovi (lead vocals), Richie Sambora (guitar), David Bryan (keyboards), Alec John Such (bass), and Tico Torres (drums). They are known for their arena-rock sound, anthemic songs, and charismatic performances. Bon Jovi’s self-titled debut album […]

DDG went viral over the weekend with his video of home intruders slapping him while he was asleep. Turns out, it was just a skit. DDG Shows Viral Video of Home Intruders Slapping Him While He Was Asleep On Friday (Sept. 15), DDG posted on his YouTube vlogging page, a video of himself addressing a […]

Rap legends Salt-N-Pepa and Naughty By Nature have joined New Kids on the Block for a special tour that celebrates the pop grandeur of the ‘80s. “The Mixtape Tour” will feature acts from the ‘80s including pop sensations Tiffany and Debbie Gibson. In addition, NKOTB released a new track called “80s Baby” (see below) that […]

“Where My Girls At” singer Irish Grinstead, a member of the popular R&B girl group 702, has died at the age of 43. On Instagram, Lemisha Grinstead, Grinstead’s older sister and fellow group mate, shared the news by uploading a greyscale image of the departed with a touching note. “It is with great sadness that […]

Wilson Pickett, born on March 18, 1941, in Prattville, Alabama, was an influential American soul singer and songwriter. He rose to prominence in the 1960s and 1970s with a string of hit songs that helped define the genre. Pickett’s powerful, raspy voice and dynamic stage presence earned him the nickname “Wicked Pickett.” He was known […]

Halle Berry is not cool with Drake using her image on the promo cover of his latest single, “Slime You Out.” Halle Berry Not Happy About Drake Using Her Image on Song Cover Hours after Drake dropped his single, “Slime You Out,” featuring SZA, on Friday (Sept. 15), Halle Berry called out the OVO Sound […]

Music icons LL Cool J, Janet Jackson and Rufus & Chaka Khan have been nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. This will be the fifth time LL Cool J has been considered for induction into the Hall. The first time was in 2009 for induction into the 2010 Rock Hall but he didn’t […]