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Music Tyler, The Creator Labels Pharrell The "Greatest Of All Time" At Something In The Water Tyler, The Creator said that Pharrell is the greatest to ever do it while performing at the second annual Something In The Water. By Cole Blake June 20, 2022
Music Recording Academy CEO Neil Portnow Takes Back "Step Up" Comments Neil Portnow takes back his controversial "Step Up" comments. By Mitch Findlay January 30, 2018
Music Kanye West's Neighbors Reportedly Blast His "Delusional" DROAM City Plans These idyllic plans for a new city in Beverly Hills are getting some alleged pushback. By Gabriel Bras Nevares October 31, 2024
Music Normani Net Worth 2024: What Is The Singer Worth? Journey through Normani's musical ascent, her artistry in R&B and pop, and her influential role beyond the stage. By Rain Adams January 26, 2024
Music Lil Nas X Says He Paused Concert To Take "A Mean Sh*t" Backstage Lil Nas X says that he interrupted a recent performance in order to use the bathroom backstage. By Cole Blake October 01, 2022
Music Kanye West Donates $500,000 To California Wildfire Relief West keeps on giving. By Karlton Jahmal November 21, 2018
Music Trina Received An Aggressive Letter From PETA Before SeaWorld Performance Trina is the latest rap star to perform at SeaWorld, following a list of legendary all-stars like Fat Joe, Bow Wow, and Soulja Boy. By Bryson "Boom" Paul August 14, 2025
Music Young Dolph's Self-Admitted Gunman Delays His Fate Again Young Dolph's murder case is inches away from closing, but Cornelius Smith and his legal reps are hung up on one detail of his plea deal. By Zachary Horvath March 30, 2026
Music What Is Jeezy's Best-Selling Album? Explore the platinum triumph of Jeezy's best-selling album, "Let's Get It: Thug Motivation 101." By Axl Banks November 09, 2023
Music TikTok Reveals 2021 Music Report Featuring Megan Thee Stallion As Top Artist TikTok reveals the most popular music on the platform from 2021. By Cole Blake December 13, 2021
Music Irv Gotti’s Brother Recalls Final Moments Before His Tragic Death During a recent interview, Irv Gotti's brother Chris recalled what the late Murder Inc. co-founder spent his last moments doing. By Caroline Fisher February 23, 2025
Music Kendrick Lamar Named Billboard's Top R&B/Hip-Hop Artist Of The Year Kendrick Lamar dominated the charts in 2025, mostly from his album, "GNX," as well as his popular Drake diss, "Not Like Us." By Cole Blake December 09, 2025