Hip-hop turns 50 on Aug. 11, and it seems that the whole world is celebrating. From concerts organized by Amazon and Mass Appeal to block parties put on by New York City, the festivities are plentiful. There is also a wide range of exhibits and galleries curated by artists of …
Read More »Megan Thee Stallion on Tory Lanez Sentencing: 'Treated My Trauma Like a Joke'
Prosecutors shared a statement from Megan thee Stallion during Tory Lanez‘s sentencing hearing on Monday, asking the court to hold him fully accountable for shooting her as Lanez continues to await his sentencing eight months since he was convicted. Megan, who wasn’t at the hearing, gave a pre-written statement which …
Read More »'There Was a Lot of Chaos': Riley Keough Opens Up About Elvis Estate Drama
Riley Keough insisted there is both clarity and happiness within the Presley family after the sudden death of her mother, Lisa Marie Presley, briefly pitted Keough against her grandmother, Priscilla Presley, over control of the Elvis estate. In a new interview with Vanity Fair, Keough diplomatically summed up the conflict …
Read More »BTS' V Announces Debut Solo Album 'Layover'
BTS member V has officially unveiled his debut solo album, Layover. The record, set to release on September 8, was announced on social media by the group’s label Big Hit Music on Monday. A short visualizer accompanied the post and included the title of the upcoming project. The collection of …
Read More »Saint Harison Reflects on His Solitude in 'More Weed, Less Friends' Video
Saint Harison is lonely. On Tuesday, the singer released the poignant video for his song “More Weed, Less Friends,” which follows him coming to terms with the solitude that’s taken over his life. “This song is my absolute baby, I wrote and produced this one all by myself and it …
Read More »DJ Casper, Creator of the Beloved 'Cha Cha Slide,' Dead at 58
Chicago legend DJ Casper, the creator behind the beloved “Cha Cha Slide,” died Monday. He was 58. Casper’s wife, Kim, told ABC7, which first reported the news, that he had lost his battle to cancer with loved ones by his side. He previously told the outlet in May that he …
Read More »Tory Lanez Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Shooting Megan Thee Stallion
Tory Lanez was sentenced to 10 years in prison on Tuesday, nearly eight months after he was found guilty of shooting Megan Thee Stallion (real name Megan Pete) in her feet following an argument in July 2020. Lanez, whose real name is Daystar Peterson, was originally going to be sentenced …
Read More »Iggy Azalea Says She Supports Prison Reform While Explaining Tory Lanez Sentencing Letter
Iggy Azalea offered an explanation as to why she submitted a letter of recommendation on behalf of Tory Lanez as he prepares to be sentenced for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in her feet. Prosecutors are seeking up to 13 years in prison for Lanez — real name Daystar Peterson — …
Read More »Elephant 6 Crew React to Hearing Neutral Milk Hotel's 'Aeroplane' for First Time in Doc Clip
The Elephant 6 crew talk about hearing Neutral Milk Hotel’s landmark In the Aeroplane Over the Sea for the first time in this exclusive clip from the upcoming documentary about the storied indie rock label. The long-in-the-works The Elephant 6 Recording Co. documentary hits theaters on August 25, telling the …
Read More »Ne-Yo Walks Back Apology, Doubles Down on Controversial Gender Identity Comments
Over the weekend, Ne-Yo appeared in an interview with Gloria Velez for VladTV in which they criticized parents for allowing their children to have a say in their own gender identity from a young age. Shortly after, the musician issued a statement: “After much reflection, I’d like to express my …
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