Category Archives: Pop/Hip Hop/R&B

Meet Lil Wayne’s New Wave of Artists Signed to Young Money

The focus of Lil Wayne‘s career right now is the impending release of his much-talked about album, Tha Carter VI, but he’s also juggling his role as the founder of Young Money Entertainment. The lauded rap star introduces the newest artists on the label roster, a mix of diverse talent. Lil Wayne Just Reinforced the Young Money Legacy With […]

Naomi Sharon Confronts Old Patterns And New Possibilities On ‘The Only Love We Know’

Dionbal/Merle Cooper Naomi Sharon originally planned to have her second album and follow up to her acclaimed debut Obsidian out to the world at this point in time. However, things did not go according to plan, but that’s just how life goes sometimes. Instead, Sharon returns with a new EP The Only Love We Know, […]

ASAP Rocky Drops Obvious Hint About New Child With Rhianna’s Name

A$AP Rocky shared a hint about the name of his third child with Rihanna during a recent late-night talk show appearance. A$AP Rocky Teases Baby Name On Thursday (May 8), the A$AP Mob cofounder made a guest appearance on Late Night With Seth Meyers along with Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour. The appearance came on the heels of […]

Usher Apologizes To Sabrina Carpenter’s Dad Over Met Gala

Over the past year-plus, Usher and Sabrina Carpenter have been the king and queen when it comes to spicy on-stage antics: Usher seductively serenades people at his Las Vegas residency, while Carpenter strikes risqué poses while performing “Juno.” These two forces had to meet eventually, and they did at the Met Gala, where Usher suggestively […]

10 Best The Staple Singers Songs of All Time

Few musical groups have left as profound a mark on the worlds of gospel, soul, and R&B as The Staple Singers. With their signature blend of heartfelt harmonies, socially conscious lyrics, and infectious grooves, this legendary family band transcended genres and generations. From their roots in the gospel music of the 1950s to their rise […]

UMG Accuses Drake of Trying to Stop the Art of Diss Tracks

Universal Music Group claims in their new motion to dismiss Drake‘s lawsuit that he is trying to “chill” diss tracks by suing UMG for defamation over Kendrick Lamar‘s “Not Like Us.” UMG Files New Motion to Dismiss Drake Lawsuit On Wednesday (May 7), UMG filed another motion to dismiss Drake’s federal defamation lawsuit. The latest […]

Kendrick Lamar Studio Photos Spark New Music Rumors

We are mere months removed from Kendrick Lamar’s latest album, GNX, which came out towards the end of November 2024 and was quickly hailed as one of the year’s best projects (like in the Uproxx Music Critics Poll). Fans always want more, though, and now there’s some perhaps-convincing evidence that more is on the way. […]

10 Best Curtis Mayfield Songs of All Time

Few artists in music history have blended soul, funk, and social consciousness as seamlessly—and powerfully—as Curtis Mayfield. From his early days with The Impressions to his groundbreaking solo career, Mayfield used music not just to entertain, but to enlighten. His songs became anthems for the civil rights movement, soundtracks to urban life, and deeply personal […]