Photo Credit: kate.sade Across the music industry, high-profile record labels and companies are voicing their intention to suspend operations in recognition of “Black Out Tuesday,” as part of a larger effort to raise awareness of fatal attacks against unarmed African Americans. Each of the Big Three record labels – Sony Music, Universal Music, and Warner […]
Month: January 2021
Faith Evans Arrested for Allegedly Attacking Stevie J
Faith Evans was arrested after she allegedly attacked her husband Stevie J. Police were called to the 46-year-old singer and 48-year-old producer’s Los Angeles home around 1 a.m. this week after a heated argument that reportedly turned violent, according to TMZ. When cops arrived, they noticed visible marks and scratches on Stevie’s face. Evans was… Read More
J. Cole Attends George Floyd Protest
J. Cole marches for justice. The North Carolina rapper was among those protesting the death of George Floyd in his hometown of Fayetteville on Saturday afternoon. Wearing a mask, Cole tried to keep a low profile while standing in a crowd of protesters that started at a local Walmart. The protest was organized by Rakeem… Read More
Tony Yayo Claps Back at DMX After He Questions His Lyrical Ability
Tony Yayo is barking back at DMX. Earlier this week, the Yonkers rap legend was discussing his favorite lyricists with Fatman Scoop on Instagram Live. When Scoop mentioned Lloyd Banks among his favorite MCs, X questioned his choice. “Lloyd Banks? Lyricist?” X asked. “Quote four bars. Impress me with four bars of his. It shouldn’t… Read More
Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Drake Speak Out After George Floyd’s Death
Music’s biggest names are speaking out in the wake of George Floyd’s death. As outrage and protests spread across the the United States, Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Drake are using their platforms to demand justice on behalf of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and Floyd, a 46-year-old unarmed black man who was killed on-camera by a white… Read More
LOMIJOH Drops Empowering Single ‘Lil Bossy’
Former tennis player and model LOMIJOH continues her foray into music. After dropping her debut single “Don’t Let It Go” in March, she debuts the follow-up “Lil Bossy.” On the empowering anthem, she showcases her inner strength with her soothing blend of soul, rap, and R&B. LOMIJOH’s vocals paired with her strong consciousness of the… Read More
Stream Lil Wayne’s ‘Funeral (Deluxe)’ Edition
Lil Wayne surprises fans with the deluxe edition of Funeral. While hosting Young Money Radio on Friday, Weezy announced that the album was now available on streaming services. The deluxe edition adds eight tracks to the original 24-track set, with appearances from Doja Cat, Tory Lanez, Lil Uzi Vert, Jessie Reyez, Benny the Butcher, and… Read More
Tidal Expands Dolby Atmos Support to Android TV, Apple TV 4K, and FireTV
Tidal is bringing Dolby Atmos support to its app on smart TVs – including Android TV, Apple TV, and Fire TV. Tidal says several soundbars, TVs, and AVR home theater systems equipped with Dolby Atmos tech can experience it. Users need a Tidal HiFi subscription and a compatible streaming device. Dolby Atmos Music tracks are […]
Madonna’s Video Tribute to George Floyd Draws Anger and Criticism
After the widespread outrage over the death of George Floyd – Madonna’s tribute video falls flat. Anger grew for the third day as protestors torched a police station in Minneapolis where the officers worked. Footage of the incident reveals an officer kneeled on George Floyd’s neck for over eight minutes as he struggled to breathe. […]
TikTok Quietly Leases 7 Floors of Office Space In Times Square
Photo Credit: Gusinjac TikTok is continuing its pivot away from China with new office space in Times Square. A just-released real estate report says TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, has signed a 10-year lease for office space in Times Square, Manhattan. The 232,000 square foot space at the Durst Organization’s One Five One will rival TikTok’s […]