Leon Bennett/Getty Images for Essence Latto joined legendary rapper Rakim for a remix version of his 1992 classic “Don’t Sweat the Technique.” As part of Sprite’s Limelight program and in celebration of hip-hop’s 50th anniversary, the duo released a snippet of the reimagined song and music video film, expected out August 18. Latto teased the new venture on Instagram saying, “I’m not…
Stephanie Diani/Bravo It’s still summer, but before long it will be fall, which means a new season of Southern Charm is around the corner and Venita Aspen, one of the stars of the show, tells ABC Audio fans are in for a bumpy ride. “I would tell you to put on not one, but two seatbelts,” she teases.…
Brian Bowen Smith/ABC via Getty Images Viola Davis is standing in solidarity with the writers and actors amid the current strike. In a bold move, the Academy Award-winning actress has decided to step away from her upcoming G20 film project, despite the production receiving the SAG-AFTRA interim agreement green light. In an official statement obtained by Entertainment Tonight, the 57-year-old EGOT…
Stewart Cook/CBS Cardi B was the latest victim of a dangerous trend in which artists are hit with objects thrown on stage by an audience member, but this time she got even. In a video making rounds on social media, the rapper is seen throwing a microphone at an audience member who tossed a drink at her…
Noel Vasquez/Getty Images for Hennessy It’s hard to talk 50 years of hip-hop without mentioning Nas. Thanks to his decades-long rap career and indelible contributions to the genre, he’s often regarded as legendary or iconic — titles the New York rapper says mean much to him. “It’s an honor. I don’t take it lightly,” he tells Ebony. “It…
Harlem Festival of Culture With warnings of what could possibly be New York’s first heat wave of the summer, Harlem Festival of Culture has been canceled. The festival was scheduled to take place July 28-30, bringing the likes of Ferg, Teyana Taylor, Wyclef Jean, Cam’ron, Coco Jones, Fat Joe, Remy Ma and more to Randall’s Island for the three-day event. After “strong consideration” of the heat…
Carlijn Jacobs Beyoncé is launching a new collection with Tiffany & Co., coinciding with the one-year anniversary of her latest album, Renaissance. The limited edition Return to Tiffany x Beyoncé Collection, according to Variety, features the jewelry brand’s signature “return to Tiffany” pendants reimagined with the horse from the Renaissance artwork, as well as other designs inspired by the album and its…
Dave Simpson/WireImage In April 2023, Lizzo got to cement her status as a Star Wars nerd by appearing in an episode of the Disney+ series The Mandalorian. Now, the Grammy winner is proving that she’s also a Lord of the Rings nerd. The singer is on tour in New Zealand and while there took the opportunity…
Freeform/Raymond Liu Latto showcased her acting skills earlier this week when she made her acting debut on Freeform’s Grown-Ish. Much like her freestyles, her performance on the small screen was met with positive reviews on social media after her episode aired July 26. Latto took on the role of Sloane, a wine representative/connoisseur who has a flirty exchange…
From debut LP’s to viral songs and double features, check out this week’s New Music Friday for the culture’s latest & greatest in music. —BIA, Really Her — After teasing the new project on social media, the rising rapper dropped off her latest EP with features from J. Cole and Swizz Beatz as well as the NeNe Leakes-collaborative track, “Millions.” —Chika, Samson: The Album — Serving…