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ZanYé and Swifty McVay, of the legendary D12, unite for a rare fusion of R&B and hip-hop with the “Breathe” Remix. ZanYé’s soul-stirring vocals and Swifty McVay’s poetic flow weave together a soundtrack for love, passion, and connection. Originally released in 2016, this revamped version revives the magic, proving that real love—and great music—never fades.
Singer-songwriter Levina Lye has unveiled the music video for her latest single, “I’m an Alien” today on her official YouTube channel. Known as the Emo Queen, she was heavily involved in multiple aspects of its creation, as she wrote, vocally arranged, and co-produced the song. Filmed at New York’s legendary Grand Central Station, the video…
Zacchae’us Paul, a rising jazz artist blending hip-hop, gospel, and Caribbean rhythms, just dropped the video for “Banana Laffy Taffy” from his debut album Jazz Money. The album, praised by NPR and Bandcamp, was executive produced by NEA Jazz Master Terri Lyne Carrington and features artists like Melanie Charles. Signed to the revived Candid Records,…
Emerging R&B artist Girlfriend returns with her latest single, Obsessive, now available on all streaming platforms. Known for her dynamic sound and magnetic presence, she continues to carve out a space as one of the genre’s most compelling new voices. Following the success of her collaborations—Tell Me Again featuring Bay Swag and Feelin’ featuring Maiya…
More than 14,000 fans gathered at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City for BlerDCon Thrilla 2025, a celebration of Black nerd culture featuring comics, gaming, sci-fi, anime and more. The event embraced diversity, welcoming attendees from all backgrounds, including LGBTQIA fans, people with disabilities and international guests. The highlight came when Janelle Monáe took the stage,…
In his latest video, technology reviewer Marques Brownlee examines the new M4 MacBook Air, highlighting its improved performance and reduced price. Brownlee notes that Apple has enhanced the laptop’s capabilities while making it more affordable, stating, “M4 MacBook Air got better and dropped in price… they are on one.” He points out that the new…
Grant Sing (Grant L. Singleton III) is back with Damage, a soul-stirring track that blends raw emotion with his signature storytelling. Known for his electrifying stage presence and activist spirit, the Hook Masters LLC CEO has worked with industry heavyweights, but his music remains deeply personal. With Damage, Grant sets the tone for his upcoming…
The NBA and Australia’s National Basketball League (NBL) announced Tuesday that the New Orleans Pelicans will play two preseason games in Melbourne this October, marking the first NBA games in Australia. The Pelicans will face Melbourne United and South East Melbourne Phoenix at Melbourne Park on Oct. 3 and Oct. 5, 2025. The NBL will…