Music
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Lil Nas X Reveals Trailer for Montero Cinematic Universe, aka His Debut Album, and Wow, This Kid Is Really Iconic
The ‘Panini’ artist set the internet further ablaze Tuesday afternoon with his announcement, following Sunday’s seductive performance at the BET Awards.
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The Truth About This Verzuz? It Belongs to Bobby Brown and Keith Sweat!
The 'Don’t Be Cruel' and 'Nobody' artists are set to face off Thursday night to help kickoff weekend two of EssenceFest.
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H.E.R. Brings Back 'Lights On' Festival With Erykah Badu, Ari Lennox, Lucky Daye, Masego and More
The Oscar-winning artist made the announcement on Sunday during an acceptance speech at the 2021 BET Awards.
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Still Sprung: T-Pain Takes The Root Down Memory Lane With Behind-the-Scenes Stories of His Biggest Hits
The rappa-ternt-sanga sat down with The Root to share the stories behind some of his most iconic hits.
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Y'all Want to Reminisce About DMX? These Stars From the BET Awards 2021 Red Carpet Gon' Give It to Ya
Ashanti, Rapsody, Coi Leray, Moneybagg Yo and more reflect on their fondest DMX memories.
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Blackalicious Emcee Gift of Gab Dead at 50
Known for his "tongue-twisting" and complex rhymes, the Bay Area legend died of natural causes on June 18.
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Mic Drop: Songs That Make You Go 'Ooh'
Some summer songs are hyped-up bangers; this week's singles make you crave the perfect summer romance.
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The Song That Never Ends: New Report Shows Music Industry Barely Passes Diversity Test, Changes Are 'Surface'
The Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) released its first annual Music Industry Action Report Card for diversity efforts, and the grades are merely 'average.'
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Nina Simone's Granddaughter Actually Loved Chloe Bailey's Performance, But She Did Have Words for Kamala Harris
RéAnna Simone Kelly says Nina Simone estate was 'taken away' from family, and she blames the vice president.
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Megan Thee Stallion, Doja Cat, Nicki Minaj and SZA Are All Coming in Hot, Just in Time for Hot Girl Summer
The rap ladies aren't holding back and are bringing the bars to welcome the new season.