Disney/Randy Holmes Coco Jones‘ upcoming album was four years in the making, but her journey to this point took over a decade. With Why Not More? releasing Friday, she tells Glamour, “I’m excited to see what sticks and lands—what really changes my life. Everyone believes that I’m a respectable R&B girl, but I’m trying to see…
Ice Cube is hyping fans up for his Truth to Power: Four Decades of Attitude Tour, sharing a new promotional clip on social media. In it, there are four versions of Ice Cube, one from each decade of his career, riding around and reflecting on how he’s evolved over the years. Cube’s tour kicks off…
Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic Cornell University’s decision to book Kehlani for its end-of-year Slope Day celebration has been met with backlash, particularly due to her support of Palestine. Cornell Sun reports students and parents raised concerns about her selection, which were addressed by President Michael Kotlikoff during a student assembly meeting. “It’s too late to secure…
One World/Kelani Fatai Oladimeji Tina Knowles brings fans through her journey from a little girl in Galveston to a worldwide Matriarch in her newly released memoir. Among the many moments she recalls is the time she was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer, and the support she received from her birth and bonus daughters. According to People,…
Photo by Gilbert Carrasquillo/GC Images Culture’s Biggest Night may also turn out to be its funniest night. To celebrate the 25th annual BET Awards, the network has tapped Kevin Hart to serve as the event’s host. “Kevin Hart is a powerhouse of an entertainer. His impact spans comedy, film, television, and beyond. As we celebrate 25…
TDE/RCA SZA is currently #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with “luther,” her collaboration with tour mate Kendrick Lamar, but on the Billboard 200 album chart she’s just set a new record. SZA’s 2022 album SOS has just racked up its 85th nonconsecutive week in the top 10 on the chart; it currently sits at…
Photo by Julia Beverly/Getty Images Lil Wayne has planned a special celebration for the upcoming release of his highly anticipated album, Tha Carter VI. He’ll be headlining his first-ever show at Madison Square Garden on release day. The event will double as an opportunity for fans to get an exclusive listen to the new album…
Black Promoters Collective The artists who will Rock The Bells at the 2025 festival have been announced, representing generations of hip-hop stars. Set to take the stage are Busta Rhymes, Redman, Eric B. & Rakim, Remy Ma, Too $hort, Big Daddy Kane, Scarface, Plies, Boosie, Fabolous, Lil’ Mo, State Property and more. Roxanne Shanté will serve as the…
Kendrick Lamar and SZA‘s reign on the Billboard Hot 100 continues, as “Luther” tops the chart for a ninth consecutive week. It garnered 67.5 million radio airplay audience impressions, 25 million official streams and 2,000 digital sales from April 11 to April 17, the week after the official music video released. “Luther” is now the rap song…
Denise Truscello/Getty Images for Live Nation Mariah Carey‘s twins, Moroccan and Monroe, are 13 now, which means they’re definitely at that age where everything their mom does embarrasses them, even if she is a global pop icon. Mariah posted a carousel of her family’s Easter celebration on Instagram. It shows Mariah and the kids, holding Easter…