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A festival built on surprise appearances, collaborations, and musical celebration delivered one of its most memorable moments yet this weekend when Jay-Z returned to the stage at the Roots Picnic, capping the opening day with a performance that reminded fans why he remains one of hip-hop’s defining live performers. Appearing alongside Philadelphia’s own The Roots…
There is a disgustingly stale habit in hip-hop media that refuses to age out: grown men turning old access, private moments, and past ties with women held in high regard into fresh content. It is gossip dressed as candor. It is nostalgia used as leverage. And too often, it lands on women who built their…
Grammy Award-winning hip-hop group The Roots and Live Nation Urban announced the 2026 installment of Roots Picnic, a two-day festival set for May 30-31 at the Belmont Plateau. Presale tickets are available. General ticket sales begin March 17 at 10 a.m. Eastern. The May 30 lineup features Jay-Z headlining, marking his first performance with The…
In honor of Women’s History Month, ESSENCE has announced its powerhouse lineup of female artists for the 2026 ESSENCE Festival of Culture® in New Orleans, taking place from July 3-5. Highlighting the event is Grammy Award-winning legend Patti LaBelle, who will serve as one of the festival’s main attractions. With a career that has spanned…
Comedian Jess Hilarious and journalist Loren LoRosa of The Breakfast Club have released a parody video titled The Job Is Mine, a humorous take on workplace dynamics inspired by Brandy and Monica’s 1998 hit, The Boy Is Mine. In the video, the duo playfully reenacts scenes similar to the original music video, adapting the storyline…
Music and comedy enthusiasts have reason to celebrate as the “Fall Back in Love Comedy Music Jam” is set to illuminate the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas on June 14, 2024. This event comes as a welcome replacement following the cancellation of Usher’s Lovers and Friends festival due to unexpected weather conditions. Hosted…
In a recent announcement, renowned R&B artist Brandy disclosed her forthcoming holiday album, titled “Christmas with Brandy,” slated for release on November 10. To secure your pre-save, click here: https://brandy.lnk.to/ChristmasWithBrandy This album marks Brandy’s return to the music scene, following her highly acclaimed 2020 release, “B7.” “Christmas with Brandy” promises a fusion of timeless classics…
Joe shares how he celebrated his 40th birthday and discusses Brandy and Monica’s Verzuz battle. The guys also highlight Chadwick Boseman’s impact, thoughts on the VMA’s, Mal revisits his stance on Tory Lanez, and more! Sleeper Picks: Joe’s | George Benson – “Give Me The Night” Rory | Robert Glasper – “Better Than I Imagined”…