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This past Saturday, the Rock The Bells Festival made its long-awaited New Jersey debut, bringing an unforgettable night of Hip-Hop culture to the Prudential Center with Class of 2025: Summer’s Kool. The one-night-only event gathered pioneers and rising stars for a powerful celebration of the genre’s legacy, evolution, and future. Hosted by the legendary Roxanne…
Following a run of sold-out shows across North America and upcoming European and UK performances with SZA, Kendrick Lamar is expanding his Grand National Tour to Latin America this fall. The tour will visit major stadiums in Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Argentina, and Chile. Presented by Live Nation and pgLang, Lamar’s Latin American leg begins September…
We TV has announced the return of its popular reality series Life After Lockup, set to premiere Friday, August 1, at 8 p.m. ET/PT. The new season will feature 10 extended 90-minute episodes, airing weekly on We TV and streaming on ALLBLK and AMC+. The series follows seven couples, each navigating life and love after…
ESSENCE is marking a milestone moment with the return of Editor-in-Chief Emerita Susan L. Taylor as the cover star of its latest special edition. The issue also brings back Taylor’s signature In the Spirit column, a feature that played a central role in shaping the publication’s legacy. The release underscores ESSENCE’s long-standing leadership in cultural…
Sean “Diddy” Combs opted not to testify in his federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, and his legal team rested without calling any defense witnesses. Wednesday’s proceedings also brought a notable shift in the prosecution’s strategy. In a filing intended to simplify jury instructions, the prosecution announced it would no longer pursue charges of attempted…
Actor and filmmaker Tyler Perry is facing a $260 million lawsuit filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court by actor Derek Dixon, who accuses Perry of sexual harassment, assault, and career retaliation. In the lawsuit filed earlier this week, Dixon claims the misconduct began in 2019 after the two met during a studio event. According…
Texas artists David “DucatiDC” Chris and platinum-selling rapper Dorrough released the first official Juneteenth music anthem on June 16, featuring a rare posthumous freestyle from the late Pimp C of UGK. The track blends southern hip hop styles with vocals by LāLowe and is now available on Spotify, Apple Music, and other digital platforms. A…
Jamie Foxx, renowned for his impactful contributions spanning film, music, and philanthropy, received one of BET’s prestigious Ultimate Icon Awards at a ceremony held in Los Angeles. The Oscar-winning star captivated audiences with a heartfelt acceptance speech, reflecting on his roots in Rockdale, Texas, and expressing gratitude for his creative journey. The event, which unfolded…