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Dame Dash is once again betting on reinvention. Amid renewed tension with longtime rivals and a fresh round of online criticism, the former Roc-A-Fella co-founder has announced the launch of Dash Records, a new label he says is aimed at discovering emerging talent across music and media. The announcement arrived through Instagram, where Dash framed the venture as both a business reset and a creative recruitment call. For an executive whose career has often moved between triumph, controversy, an

For years, the content creator NYFlavaaa has built a loyal following by posting everyday moments with his children, many of them set to songs by Drake. Their videos often show the family driving through the city, laughing through lyrics and turning car rides into miniature concerts for TikTok audiences. Recently, one song kept appearing across their pages: ‘Janice STFU,’ a fan favorite from Drake’s latest run of releases. The clips eventually reached the rapper himself, leading to an interaction

Max B is back in the spotlight, and he’s making it clear that he doesn’t see himself as just a footnote in New York rap history. In a recent interview, he placed his name alongside Biggie, Jay–Z and Nas, claiming he’s among the greatest New York rappers of all time — a statement that instantly reignited debates about influence, legacy and how you rank artists who shifted culture more than charts. For Max, the argument has never really been about numbers on a streaming page, but about the way he

John Waters has dropped a bizarre bit of music trivia: Eminem once gifted Elton John a diamond‑encrusted sex toy. The filmmaker recalled the story while discussing how unlikely friendships form in pop culture, using Em and Elton’s relationship as a prime example. Waters says Elton told him about the gift years after the rapper’s early homophobic lyrics caused a backlash, and after the pair had publicly bonded over Elton performing with him at the Grammys. The story adds another strange layer to

Chris Brown is back responding to criticism of his new album, firing off another social media statement and invoking Zara Larsson in the process. After a wave of negative reviews and online pushback, Brown posted that he “don’t give a f*ck” about detractors and singled out Larsson over past comments about him. In his posts, Brown said he feels unfairly targeted and suggested that some people are clout‑chasing when they publicly distance themselves from his music. He also referenced Larsson’s ye

Samuel Monroe Jr., remembered for his role in Menace II Society, is back on life support as he battles pneumonia. His family shared a heartbreaking update explaining that his condition worsened after what they thought was a period of improvement, and asked fans for continued prayers. According to their statement, Monroe Jr. had previously been taken off life support but was placed back on after complications tied to pneumonia and other underlying health issues. Loved ones say they’ve been spend

Druski is stepping into his biggest role yet as the newly announced host of the 2026 BET Awards. The comedian and digital creator will front “culture’s biggest night” live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 28, bringing his skit‑ready chaos to a stage that’s usually reserved for music giants and veteran comics. BET confirmed the news with a promo clip introducing him as the show’s youngest‑ever host, highlighting how his Instagram sketches, Coulda Been Records spoof label a

Legendary choreographer Fatima Robinson is reflecting on Michael Jackson’s Remember The Time short film, calling it a pivotal moment for her career and for Black visual storytelling on MTV. Robinson was just 21 when she choreographed the 1992 video, which reimagined ancient Egypt with an all‑Black cast. In fan‑shared interviews and anniversary posts, she’s described the shoot as the moment she realised a young Black woman could lead choreography on a massive, high‑budget pop project and bring h

K‑Pop Demon Hunters, Netflix’s animated musical about demon‑slaying idols, is officially heading from the screen to real‑life stages. After months of speculation, the streamer has confirmed plans for a live world concert tour built around the movie’s characters and songs. The show will be produced in partnership with AEG Presents and is billed as Netflix’s “first world concert tour,” designed to bring fans closer to the film’s universe and its breakout track “Golden.” Kotaku’s coverage notes th

I don’t think you’re ready for all this jelly that singer-actress Chlöe Bailey is bringing to the beach in her latest viral clip spreading across social media. Captioned “kissed by the sun ☀️,” the clip shows the “Have Mercy” hitmaker in a highlight yellow bikini, bouncing her curvy backside from the shore to the ocean. Making sure her ass is the center of attention as she enters the water. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chlöe (@chloebailey) The 27-year-old Praise This sta

Netflix closed out its 2026 Netflix Is A Joke festival with The Roast of Kevin Hart, a live special that put Hart in the hot seat at the Kia Forum in Inglewood on May 10. Hosted by Shane Gillis, the night lined up a brutally funny dais that included Tom Brady, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Chelsea Handler, Tiffany Haddish, Jeff Ross, Regina Hall, Katt Williams and more, all taking turns shredding Hart’s height, blockbuster grind and long list of public scandals. Netflix’s own write‑up describes it

Public attention turned over the weekend to Cardi B and Stefon Diggs after the two appeared together at a Mother’s Day event hosted by Diggs’ Diggs Deep Foundation in Washington, D.C., on May 9. Their joint appearance, captured in photos and short clips that quickly spread across social media, renewed questions about the current state of their relationship. In the footage, Cardi and Diggs appeared at ease, stopping for pictures and moving through the event side by side. Cardi wore a brown midis

Druski’s latest skit dives straight into the ongoing conversation around Black British actors portraying Black American characters, turning a long‑running casting debate into a cinematic, two‑minute comedy short. Playing fictional Manchester‑born star Sampson DuBois, he leans into the idea of a UK actor who somehow keeps landing every “quintessentially American” story, from slavery epics to gritty prestige dramas, while the internet argues about who those roles should really go to. The sketch i

Mariah Carey and Anderson .Paak sparked fresh romance speculation after the pair stepped out together Thursday night in Los Angeles. The Grammy-winning musicians attended a screening of The Devil Wears Prada 2 at Westfield Century City, where onlookers spotted them walking hand in hand through the theater complex. Anderson .Paak arrived in a glittering suit that matched the upscale event’s stylish atmosphere. Carey complemented the evening in a shimmering dark outfit as the two stayed close th

Dave Chappelle has remained one of Ye’s (formerly known as Kanye West) most consistent public supporters. He has maintained this stance even as the rapper’s career and reputation have moved through sharp swings. The comedian, who has also navigated periods of public scrutiny, has often framed that loyalty as personal rather than performative. In that context, West’s current stretch looks less like a reinvention and more like a carefully paced return to familiar stages. In recent weeks, Ye has r

In Brooklyn on Sunday (April 26), rap legend Shyne received a lifetime achievement award with a key to the borough. Born Moses Barrow, the rapper and statesman stood before a room of young men in East Flatbush as a figure shaped by the same streets. The ceremony marked 25 years since the release of his debut album, Shyne. The recognition placed his legacy within a borough that raised him and continues to claim him. For Barrow, the moment carried less spectacle than meaning. “This is the commun

Kevin Hart made a swift exit from his recent interview on Cam’ron’s podcast, “Talk With Flee,” after refusing to answer a question regarding music mogul Damon “Dame” Dash.  The encounter, which has since gone viral, saw Hart leave the set after participating for only a single question. The comedian left when Cam’Ron asked him a question about Dame Dash, with whom Hart has had public interactions in the past. “When you see Dame Dash today, what do you think?” Cam’ron asked. In a separate interv

Funkmaster Flex is in the spotlight again, this time with a nomination for the 2026 Radio Hall of Fame class, highlighting his decades-long influence on the culture. The Museum of Broadcast Communications unveiled 24 nominees for the upcoming class, highlighting voices that have shaped modern radio. Voting opens April 24 and runs through May 8, with nearly 1,000 industry professionals casting ballots. Each voter can select up to six candidates, while additional inductees will come from the nomi

R&B singer Queen Naija is officially engaged to longtime partner Clarence White, marking a heartfelt milestone in their relationship. The singer shared the news on social media, posting a video of White’s romantic proposal in an intimate setting. The announcement arrives during an exciting moment in her career. Queen Naija also revealed that her new single, “Ring,” will drop on April 16. The release has already generated buzz, especially after she teased lyrics that now feel deeply personal.

At the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival’s Revolve Festival activation over the weekend, Teyana Taylor drew attention in a sculpted nude-toned ensemble. The look leaned into high-fashion theatrics as much as festival spectacle. She paired the look with mirrored chrome eyewear and minimal jewelry. This gave the appearance a futuristic edge under the desert lights. On Instagram, she wrote, “Landed my spaceship at the #revolvefestival and baby, I had a blastttttttttt!” She then added, “Tha

An extremely awkward reunion between former NBA star Lamar Odom and his ex-wife, reality television personality Khloé Kardashian, is drawing renewed attention after a viral clip from the Netflix documentary The Life and Death of Lamar Odom circulated widely online. The four-minute segment captures the former couple’s first in-person meeting in nearly a decade. A user shared the scene on X, where the clip has already surpassed 8.6 million views. Their reunion, arranged by longtime family friend

DaBaby reacts to Dallas-based artist who used the rapper’s children as the subject of an artwork.  The dispute began after the artist shared a painting of DaBaby’s daughters on social media in an attempt to get the musician’s attention. DaBaby, born Jonathan Kirk, reacted to the post, claiming that the artist was using his family for “viral content” and “clout.” In a series of social media posts, the rapper warned that any further use of his children’s likeness would result in physical harm. “U

Even in the hyper‑consent era, some fans still don’t know where to put their hands. At a Los Angeles stop on her Radical Optimism tour, Dua Lipa dipped into the crowd for one of those up‑close moments, and a male fan was caught on camera sliding “sneaky hands” up her back as they posed and danced. The clip shows a bodyguard moving in fast, with Dua visibly adjusting her posture and leaning away once she clocks the touch. The video exploded across stan Twitter and TikTok, with captions like “thi

According to federal prosecutors, Gucci Mane was not at the centre of a social‑media hoax this time—he was one of the victims. In an April 2 announcement, the U.S. Department of Justice said Atlanta rap star Gucci Mane was among three people allegedly robbed and kidnapped at gunpoint during a January 2026 “business meeting” at a Dallas music studio. Prosecutors say Pooh Shiesty (Lontrell Williams Jr.), Big30 (Rodney Wright) and six alleged co‑conspirators carried out a “coordinated armed takeov