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Music R. Kelly's Lawyer Cites Illiteracy As Reason For Ignoring Lawsuit R. Kelly's legal eagles attempt to rationalize the singer's negligence. By Mitch Findlay May 09, 2019
Music Nicki Minaj Pens Heartfelt Message To The Barbz Ahead Of "Gag City Reloaded" Tour Nicki is closing another chapter in her storied career. By Zachary Horvath September 04, 2024
Original Content Trap Music In Atlanta: From T.I To Lil Nas X There are far too many trap artists to include, so we're taking a look at some of its pioneers and how trap has reached a global audience. By Hanen Musa April 05, 2023
Pop Culture 2Pac To Receive Hollywood Star 2Pac is finally receiving this prestigious honor. By Ben Mock June 01, 2023
Music Kanye West Reportedly Set To Perform In Prague Despite all of the cancellations, Kanye West is still trying to book more shows in Europe with his next desired location being Prague. By Zachary Horvath April 24, 2026
Music SZA To Be Honored As Rebel During Billboard's "Women In Music" Event She will join a list of stellar female artists. By Zaynab November 21, 2018
Music Blac Youngsta's Brother's Murder: U.S. Marshals Offer $5K Reward For Suspect Tomanuel Benson's alleged killer had two active warrants: one for attempted second-degree murder and another for violating sex offender registry mandates. By Gabriel Bras Nevares September 07, 2023
Music Keke Palmer On Lizzo: "People Are More Interested In Believing The Negative" The multi-hyphenate entertainer reflected on people painting the singer as either a spotless darling or a villainous individual. By Gabriel Bras Nevares October 12, 2023
Music Fat Joe Credits Killer Mike For His Return To Rap Fat Joe leans back into rap. By Bryson "Boom" Paul January 11, 2025
Music Saweetie Teases New Song With London On Da Track Production In Chicago The Pride In The Park Festival was treated to a taste of the Cali native's next musical steps. By Gabriel Bras Nevares June 25, 2023
Music Young Dolph's "Dolph Day" Heading To Multiple Cities To Honor Rapper's Memory Celebrations of the late Memphis rapper's life and legacy began in his hometown and also hit Dallas, Atlanta, and more. By Gabriel Bras Nevares November 17, 2023
Music What Is Destiny's Child's Best-Selling Album? Fans have loved Destiny's Child's discography for decades. Check out which of their chart-topping albums is their best-selling. By Rain Adams November 13, 2023