Music
Rapsody and Mach-Hommy, two renowned rappers known for their technical prowess, have released new albums that reveal more personal aspects of their lives. Rapsody’s “Please Don’t Cry” marks a shift from her previous work by delving into her personal experiences and vulnerabilities. The album, featuring introspective tracks like “Marlanna,” showcases her journey of self-discovery and […]
At the 2024 Ivor Novello Awards in London, Raye was honored as Songwriter of the Year, a testament to her remarkable achievements in music. Raye’s debut album, “My 21st Century Blues,” played a pivotal role in propelling her solo career to new heights. The awards, which celebrated 26 songwriters and composers across 14 categories, also […]
The Department of Justice, along with 30 state and district attorneys general, filed a federal lawsuit against Live Nation Entertainment and its subsidiary Ticketmaster, alleging they have monopolized the live event ticketing market in the U.S. Key points include: Allegations: The suit claims Live Nation has engaged in anticompetitive practices, such as retaliating against competitors, […]
Lauryn Hill’s debut album, The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, has been named the number one album on Apple Music’s inaugural 100 Best Albums list. Released in August 1998, this critically acclaimed album won five Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year. Ebro Darden, Apple Music’s Global Editorial Head of Hip-Hop and R&B, emphasized that the […]
TMZ broke the news of the Netflix acquisition of a 50 Cent docuseries (tentatively titled Diddy Do It) that was bought after a lengthy bidding war. It’s claimed that multiple networks and virtually all the streaming platforms were trying to purchase the docuseries, given how much attention the Diddy saga had gotten in the last […]
Grammy Award winner T-Pain has released a new single, “On This Hill,” in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. The song focuses on mental wellness and self-empowerment, reflecting T-Pain’s personal journey of learning to stand up for himself. In an interview with Billboard, T-Pain described the song as a declaration against being gaslit and a […]
“On My Mama” singer announced that she is canceling her June shows in New York, Pennsylvania and Tennessee to focus on her health. “I am gutted to share that I will no longer be able to perform at Governors Ball (NYC), Roots Picnic The festival organizers shared their well-wishes with Victoria with the Nashville event, writing […]
“Tina – The Tina Turner Musical” is set to captivate audiences in Rochester from June 4 through June 9 at RBTL. This musical celebrates the life of Tina Turner, who rose to become the queen of rock n’ roll by breaking numerous barriers. Roz White, who portrays Tina’s mother, Zelma Bullock, has been with the […]
NPR music feature writer Sheldon Pearce explores the “whirlwind rise” of Dallas artist 4batz and what it “means for the genres he lies between.” 4batz’s video for “act ii: date @ 8” went viral on TikTok in 2023. By January of this year, he caught the attention of Kanye West, and by March 2024, he […]
In an interview with Rolling Stone, Cardi B said she’s felt “layers and layers of disappointment” under the Biden administration and is upset about the United States’ destructive role in foreign affairs. “I feel like people got betrayed,” Cardi said of Biden. “It’s just like, damn, y’all not caring about nobody. Then, it really gets […]