Vice President Kamala Harris had a house party over the weekend featuring performances from hip-hop’s pioneering rap stars. On Saturday (Sept. 9), Vice President Kamala Harris, in collaboration with the Recording Academy and the Black Music Collective, hosted a 50th-anniversary celebration of hip-hop at the vice presidential abode in Washington, D.C. Harris delivered a speech […]
On this day in hip-hop history, Tupac Shakur got his freedom and Warren G put out In the Mid-Nite Hour. 1995: 2Pac released on bail Less than a month after signing with Death Row while inside the walls of New York’s Clinton Correctional Facility, Tupac Shakur became a free man again. He had been appealing […]
Kid Cudi’s fascination with the intelligent life on other planets has often appeared in his creative projects. Now the self-proclaimed “Man on the Moon” is hooking up with a legendary sci-fi franchise. On Saturday, September 8, as a part of “Star Trek Day,” Cudi announced the song “Boldly Be,” a song inspired by Gene Roddenberry’s […]
Bobby Darin, a luminary of the mid-20th century music scene, left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment with his unmatched versatility and unparalleled charisma. From the smoky jazz clubs of New York City to the glitzy stages of Las Vegas, Darin’s talent transcended genres, captivating audiences with his honeyed voice, impeccable showmanship, and […]
Although Coi Leray has an off-and-on relationship with her father Benzino, she recently shared a heartwarming text exchange with her dad about Latto mentioning him on a new song. Coi Leray Shares a Text Message From Her Dad About Latto Mentioning His Neck in New Song On Saturday (Sept. 9), Coi Leray jumped on X […]
On this day in hip-hop history, George Clinton paints the White House black, Spice 1 is Immortalized, Warren G wants it all, Salt-N-Pepa continue to prove they’re Very Necessary to hip-hop and Mos Def (Yasiin Bey) drops a hip-hop classic. 1993: George Clinton releases Hey Man Smell My Finger Funk ambassador and founding member of Parliament/Funkadelic, George Clinton, […]
At this point, it is hard to tell whether people were more excited for SZA’s sophomore album, SOS, or the corresponding deluxe edition. After releasing her steamy video for the breakout single “Snooze,” starring Justin Bieber, Benny Blanco, Woody McClain, And Young Mazino, fans were on high alert. But after months of rumors, SZA has […]
Indiana has played a significant role in shaping the American music landscape, giving rise to a diverse array of talented musicians who have left an indelible mark on the industry. From the heartland of America, this state has been a cradle of musical innovation and creativity. One of the most notable contributions from Indiana is […]
This year, hip-hop has been thriving with some awesome collaborations between female rappers. As a result of their collabs, more women in hip-hop are increasingly working together rather than competing against one another, which has strengthened their place in the game. One of the most talked about collaborations this year has been between Ice Spice and Nicki […]
On this day, Prince released Controversy, LL Cool J dropped Phenomenon, Gravediggaz delivered their second album and Mase scored a major hit for Bad Boy’s “shiny suit” era with “Feels So Good.” 1981: Prince stirs up Controversy With his fourth release, Controversy, Prince continued to explore the pop-synth sound of its predecessor, Dirty Mind. The album remains among the music icon’s most […]