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Original Content 6 New Artists You Should Hear Following all the submissions we received this past week, we're highlighting a few new music discoveries on the site today. By Rose Lilah April 23, 2021
Music DJ Khaled Flexes Last-Minute Justin Timberlake Vocals For "Khaled Khaled" DJ Khaled teases the arrival of last-minute vocals from Justin Timberlake, revealing that "Khaled Khaled" is officially 99% finished. By Joshua Robinson April 23, 2021
Music Gunna Says Drake's "Solid" Was Meant For "Certified Lover Boy" Gunna reveals that YSL's "Slime Lanuage 2" standout "Solid" featuring Drake was originally intended for "Certified Lover Boy." By Mitch Findlay April 23, 2021
Music Lil Yachty Received Death Threats Over 2Pac & Biggie Comments Lil Yachty explains how becoming "hated" after 2Pac and Biggie comments ultimately made him stronger. By Mitch Findlay April 23, 2021
Music Chief Keef & Soulja Boy Reunite In New Photos Soulja Boy shows love to Chief Keef by posting new pictures of the two influential rappers linking up. By Joshua Robinson April 23, 2021
Music H.E.R. Hypes Upcoming Album With Tracklist Teaser H.E.R has officially come through to announce new album "Back Of My Mind," beginning with a quick tracklist teaser. By Mitch Findlay April 23, 2021
Music Ice Cube Shares Shock G Tribute Message Following Shock G's death at the age of 57, Ice Cube came forward to share some kind words honoring the Digital Underground icon. By Mitch Findlay April 23, 2021
Music Justin Bieber Sang "Lonely" During His Trip To California State Prison During his visit to the California State Prison last month, Justin Bieber performed a short set of songs, including "Lonely." By Joshua Robinson April 23, 2021
Politics Cardi B Goes Off On Politicians More Concerned With Her Than Police Brutality The rapper reposted Rep. Glenn Grothman complaining about Cardi's influence and lack of "decency." By Erika Marie April 22, 2021
Music Shock G, Digital Underground Rap Pioneer, Passes Away At 57: Report The Rap icon, real name Greg Jacobs, also known by his alter ego Humpty Hump, is being memorialized by artists and fans. By Erika Marie April 22, 2021
Music Young Dolph Calls Out Male Rap Groupies: "Who The Real Hoe?" He also took aim at men who he believes are clout chasers. By Erika Marie April 22, 2021
Music Kehlani Jokes About Coming Out To Family, Links Up With SZA & Lizzo The trio shared videos to TikTok, posted selfies, & reportedly grabbed dinner at a celebrity favorite L.A. hot spot. By Erika Marie April 22, 2021