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‘Illmatic’ turns 30: Nas to celebrate with 3 shows at Las Vegas Philharmonic

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Congratulations to one of the most incredible emcees in Hip-Hop's history, the Queens-bred living legend Nas.

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Baltimore’s legendary R&B group Dru Hill kicks off 25th-anniversary tour: See dates

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Also, SisQó celebrates 25 years of his four-time GRAMMY-nominated single, 'Thong Song' and other tracks from his impressive solo career.

Monday, May 20

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Artemas announces global headlining tour ‘You’re Really Early… The Tour’

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The thirty-three-date tour will start on August 20 in Dublin, Ireland.

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Vince Staples announces final album ‘Dark Times’ with Def Jam

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After debuting his phenomenal series on Netflix dubbed ‘The Vince Staples Show’ in 2019, Vince Staples, the talented rapper-songwriter and television star hailing from Long Beach, California, has announced the arrival of his forthcoming…

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Kehinde Wiley accused of sexually assaulting artist-curator Joseph Awuah-Darko

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Kehinde Wiley, a renowned Nigerian-American portrait painter commissioned to capture Barack Obama for the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery, is currently in the media for alleged sexual assault. According to multiple reports, on two…

Sunday, May 19

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Photos: JID brought ‘Surround Sound’ to the Fury vs Usyk fight in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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The chart-topping artist took a short break from 21 Savage's current tour to do the show.

Friday, May 17

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Song of the Day: ‘Lunch’ by Billie Eilish

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Within the lyrics, she makes it clear that she wants to spend time with a special lady and use her tongue for pleasure.

Wednesday, May 15

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Blackwater Lane, the best-selling Horror/Thriller book, comes to life in Jeff Celentano’s direction: Watch the trailer

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According to the description, the lead actress (Minka Kelly) witnessed a grisly tragedy on a dangerous country road.

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Song of the Day: ‘I Like the Way You Kiss Me’ by Artemas

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The English-Cypriot singer-songwriter and producer's coming shows in Europe are sold out. I wish you could go.

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Song of the Day: ‘Head Start’ by Bloody Civilian

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Name: Bloody Civilian Representing: Abuja, Nigeria Genre: Afrobeats For fans of: Ayra Starr, Tems Single from: N/A Produced by: Bloody Civilian, Ditweni, Yung Willis Song of the Day: May 14, 2024 Label(s): 0207/Def Jam Recordings UK Today,…

Tuesday, May 14

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Billions Club: Watch how Cardi B celebrates receiving 4 plaques from Spotify

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As she waits for her oxtail delivery, the Bronx-bred talent receives four Spotify plaques for her achievements.

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Lagos-born artist Vizco delivers sultry tune ‘Ogadinma’

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The past few months has been uncertain in the Afrobeats space, with artists delivering records that are unable to beat or hit previous highs, but when you discover a fresh artist, with lyrical prowess, you just have to commend good effort.…

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Watch 4batz’s gripping short film ‘U made me a st4r’

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After releasing his debut mixtape of the same name, 4batz showed his fans the depth of his heartbreak and gave us a glimpse into how some young women juggle multiple relationships. Crediting his recent success to his former girlfriend, who…

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Dinner at Populares, Alphabet City’s best new Mexican restaurant: Review

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I noted how clean and relaxing the atmosphere was, and as an art school student, I adored the decorative ceiling and illustrative paintings on the wall.

Saturday, May 11

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Watch ‘Adiós Buenos Aires’, a feature film centred around the 2001 crisis and how it affected one man’s plans to leave for good

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Set in November 2001, months after the FIFA World Youth Championship in Argentina, Julio Färber, a man who planned to leave his country for a new life in Germany, sold everything he owned to make his dream a reality. In a stream of…

Friday, May 10

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Watch Coi Leray embody the life of a strip tease performer for ‘Lemon Cars’

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As someone who seems to have it all (dwelling in an elaborate mansion and driving an expensive vehicle), we all know how the cookie crumbles.

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Watch Ski Mask the Slump God journey through Nigo’s Japan mansion for ‘Headrush’

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As the gifted Floridian star serves up the follow-up to his outstanding mosh-pit-themed single ‘Shibuya’, Ski Mask the Slump God returns with his latest banger ‘Headrush’. For the music video, the rockstar roams around his labelmate and A…

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Ice Spice tells Apple Music about ‘Gimmie a Light’, explains what fans can expect from her forthcoming album, and reflects on Coachella

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Ice Spice also gives hints on her album, Y2K telling Zane, "This will be the last couple times I can say I don't have an album out yet.”

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Stream Gunna’s highly-anticipated 5th studio album ‘One of Wun’

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Today, Gunna released his fifth studio album ‘One of Wun’. The twenty-track album boasts superstar collaborations with Offset, Normani, Leon Bridges and Roddy Ricch. The ‘One of Wun’ artwork was created by Calvin Clausell Jr, featuring…

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R&B star Jacquees announces ’19’ tenth anniversary tour

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The '19' anniversary tour will feature an unforgettable lineup of performances, including fan-favourite tracks from Jacquees' illustrious discography, as well as special surprises for attendees.

Wednesday, May 8

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SXSW announces SXSW London

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Last year in 2023, the company announced its expansion to Sydney, Australia.

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Stream New York native artist Araya’s Hyperpop/R&B fusion single ‘ANGELCRY’

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In the middle of the month, the interdisciplinary act will bear his soul in front of a live audience at the Market Hotel in the Big Apple.

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Song of the Day: ‘Starburster’ by Fontaines DC

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In the Aube Perrie direction, the Chatten dons a lime green tracksuit and a soccer ball, heads out, and kicks the ball until it rolls underneath a roll-down gate.

Tuesday, May 7

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Photos: Lemonade Dolls x Nordstrom panel talk in New York City

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The founder, Lemon Fuller, hosted the two-hour event joined by Claire Sulmers (Fashion Bomb Daily), Alicia Quarles (viral motivational speaker), Alethea Crimmis (Emmy award-winning journalist at Good Morning America & ABC), and Karne…

Monday, May 6

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Billie Eilish announces ‘Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour’ and pre-listening events

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Today, the superstar announced pre-listening events in Los Angeles and New York City.

Sunday, May 5

Watch Cameroonian artist Kocee’s bank-themed ‘Credit Alert’ video featuring Nigeria’s Patoranking

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For the TG Omori-directed treatment, the Kumba-born star forms something like a heroic outlaw, gifting various people thousands of United States Dollars.

Saturday, May 4

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Stream Ajebo Hustlers’ latest effort ‘Bad Boy Etiquette 102: Continuous Assessment’

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It is an easy-listening experience for anyone who understands some level of Nigerian pidgin, especially from their hometown (Po-ta-kot or Pi-ta-kwa), showcasing a spectrum of African sounds to a global audience.

Friday, May 3

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Jamaican superstar Popcaan sings why ‘Gun Necessary’: Watch the visual

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Further into the song, Popcaan sings about not pushing or promoting violence, yet listing the various reasons why he, as a famous person with a lot to lose, must carry a gun for protection.

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Watch GRAMMY-winning Nigerian superstar Tems’ fun new visual for ‘Love Me JeJe’

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As the celebrated musical queen sits at the back of a vehicle in a skirt with a high split, the sizzling songbird tells a story about wanting to be loved wholly by someone special.

Thursday, May 2

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