Samuel Goldwyn Films Michael Jai White wrote, produced, directed and stars in his new film, Trouble Man, out in theaters Friday. Though it’s being associated with the Blaxploitation genre, he tells ABC Audio the film is generally influenced by action comedies. “I have certain issues with [the Blaxploitation era] because there were just a lot of movies…
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Photo by Paul Bergen/Redferns Coolio’s “Gangsta’s Paradise” featuring L.V. turns 30 years old in 2025, and Tommy Boy Records plans to celebrate in several ways. First up is the release of four Dolby Atmos tracks straight from the rapper’s Greatest Hits collection. “Gangsta’s Paradise” feat. L.V., “1,2,3,4 (Sumpin’ New),” “C U When U Get There” feat.…
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Metro Boomin‘s new album, Metro Boomin Presents: A Futuristic Summa (Hosted by DJ Spinz), channels the “21st century’s golden age of Atlanta hip-hop” and trap vibes, according to a press release. He tapped Atlanta artists 2 Chainz, Gucci Mane, Roscoe Dash, T.I., Travis Porter, Quavo, Young Thug and more to help make his vision a reality. Saweetie is applying Hella…
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Photo by Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for Breakthrough Prize Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz have been married for 15 years, yet they agree they’re just getting started. In honor of their 15th wedding anniversary Thursday, they shared some social posts looking back on their time together. “Wow, 15 years of love. Fifteen years of fun. Fifteen years of best friends.…
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Photo by: Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty Images Spike Lee directed the upcoming film Highest 2 Lowest and says A$AP Rocky did not come to play. He sang the rapper’s praises on Thursday during his appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. “Yeah, don’t sleep on ASAP,” Lee said of the rapper’s acting performance in the movie. “In this…
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Photo by Prince Williams/WireImage Quavo continues to fight against gun violence with his Rocket Foundation, which has launched an emergency trauma therapy fund. The fund will provide assistance to the youth and families impacted by the recent shootings in Atlanta, providing them with resources via Mothers Against Gang Violence and other organizations. The fund is in memory…
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Photo by Simone Joyner/Getty Images PartyNextDoor is teaming with Fortnite to launch a playable concert experience in the video game. The interactive concert, a partnership between Sony Music Entertainment, Sony Immersive Music Studios and Drake’s OVO Sound, will take place Friday at 1 p.m. ET. Players will virtually get the private jet experience as they travel from the CN…
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Control FreaQ Records Erykah Badu and The Alchemist are going out on a limb and switching some things up. The two have ditched the conventional method of following their album with a tour and will instead use the tour to debut their project. Their Abi & Alan tour will feature a listening party in every city, giving fans a first…
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Blackground Records August marks 24 years since Aaliyah passed away, but this year fans still in mourning will have something to be happy about. “Gone,” a new song featuring Tank and archival vocals from Aaliyah, will be available on streaming platforms starting Friday. “Getting the call to be part of her legacy’s continuation is truly amazing.…
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Brandon Breaux Chance the Rapper has long been teasing his upcoming album, but now we finally have a release date. Star Line is set to arrive on Aug. 15, with merch including a hoodie, T-shirts and more available for preorder at starlinegallery.co. Each purchase will come with a built-in NFC chip that gives consumers access to exclusive album content. The CD…
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