With The Gold Album: 18th Dynasty on the way, Tyga drops another new song for your Sunday listening. The Last Kings rapper-turned-artist, who just unveiled his first art piece, keeps the hustle alive with “We Don’t Die,” on which he spits some inspiring words and a reggae-flavored hook. “I know times is hard, but can’t […]...
Lupe Fiasco stands up to cancer on “Mission,” the first single off his upcoming album Tetsuo and Youth. The fighters’ anthem kicks off with a powerful narrative from cancer patients and survivors including Charlie Wilson, who was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2008. “‘Mission’ is a track to empower those facing cancer, revere cancer survivors, […]...
Dale! Pitbull brought Rio to Las Vegas for the 2014 Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Sunday. The Miami rapper opened the show with a Carnival-themed performance of the official FIFA World Cup Song “We Are One (Ole Ola)” with some help from Jennifer Lopez and Brazilian singer Cláudia Leitte. On […]...
Ariana Grande and Iggy Azalea shared the stage for a mash-up performance at Sunday’s 2014 Billboard Music Awards. Joined by the University of Las Vegas cheerleading squad, the Aussie rapper kicked things off with a Clueless-inspired performance of her hit “Fancy” with Charli XCX. Decked out in black and white, Ariana followed with her mod-themed […]...
Jay Z and Beyoncé are making us forget all about last week’s drama by dropping an unprecedented trailer for their fictional film “RUN,” inspired by their collaboration “Part II (On the Run).” The power couple play Bonnie and Clyde in the action-packed visuals, which feature an all-star cast including Sean Penn, Don Cheadle, Jake Gyllenhaal, […]...
It was all about Nicki at Power 106′s PowerHouse 2014 at the Honda Center in Anaheim on Saturday night. Following sets from Jennifer Lopez, Trey Songz, and ScHoolboy Q, the head Barb commanded the stage with a stripped-down set that showcased her hip-hop roots. A sound bite of Denzel Washington from Training Day played before […]...
The buzz has been building for Nicki Minaj’s third album, and the time has finally come for her to drop the first single. Before she hit the stage at PowerHouse 2014 on Saturday, the Young Money diva dished to Rap-Up TV about the track, which is expected to debut on Wednesday. “It feels very uplifting […]...
And then there were three. Aundrea Fimbres has officially announced her departure from Danity Kane. There had been speculation that the 30-year-old singer was leaving the group, and she finally put the rumors to rest during DK’s first show on their #DKNoFilterTour at The Fillmore in San Francisco on Friday night. Aundrea took the stage […]...
Before his new album Blacc Hollywood arrives later this year, Wiz Khalifa plans to drop a new mixtape called 28 Grams. The Taylor Gang leader let the secret out following his set at Hangout Fest in Gulf Shores, Ala., on Friday. And the good news is that you won’t have to wait long to hear […]...
Chris Brown may be behind bars, but that hasn’t stopped him from making music. The R&B superstar has collaborated with fellow inmate James DeBarge in jail. According to TMZ, Brown has been passing time at L.A. County Jail by singing with the ’80s DeBarge hitmaker, known for hits including “Rhythm of the Night.” The singers […]...
Ariana Grande’s single “Problem” rocketed to the top of the charts and now its even spawned a remix from Problem himself. The Compton rapper tacks on a verse to the Iggy Azalea-assisted hit, which is currently No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100. Ariana and Iggy will perform the song at this Sunday’s Billboard Music […]...
Following “When the People Cheer,” The Roots go on another claymation adventure in the dark video for “Understand” featuring Dice Raw and Greg Porn. Directed by Joe Baughman, the animated short takes place in a church and stars a cut-up Benjamin Franklin that journeys through life in a pine box before eventually meeting its maker. […]...
His sophomore Dreams Worth More Than Money is not due until this summer, but until then, Meek Mill keeps churning out videos from last year’s mixtape Dreamchasers 3. In the latest clip for his motivational anthem “Make Me,” the Philly MC turns up with his crew while stuntin’ on his haters. “I ain’t never cared […]...
Iggy Azalea opened up shop on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” on Thursday. The Aussie rapper, who is currently on her “New Classic Tour,” transformed the outdoor stage in Hollywood into Hotel Iggy while performing her hits “Work” and “Fancy” with Charli XCX. The song moves up to No. 3 this week on the Billboard Hot 100. […]...
Rihanna’s Instagram account may have been disabled, but that hasn’t stopped her from posting photos. The style icon took to Twitter to show off her latest look, rocking a short pink pixie wig that she borrowed from a famous friend. “We raided Nicki’s wig closet for the summer! Bad gals just wanna have fun!” joked […]...
The “Today” show summer concert series kicked off with a performance from one of the best-selling female artists of all time. Mariah Carey took over New York City’s Rockefeller Plaza to promote her upcoming album Me. I Am Mariah…The Elusive Chanteuse, due May 27. Wearing a sparkly black gown and a black fingerless glove, the […]...
Tyler, the Creator’s outrageous antics have landed him in trouble once again. The Odd Future rapper had some unkind words to say about Iggy Azalea during his appearance on “106 & Park.” While promoting his Adult Swim show “Loiter Squad” on Thursday, Tyler and his Odd Future crew dressed up in character to mock their […]...
Sevyn Streeter calls on another West Coast rapper for the latest remix to “nEXt.” After linking with Kid Ink, the singer-songwriter taps YG for her single off last year’s EP Call Me Crazy, But… The Compton MC contemplates going back to his ex-girlfriend on his guest verse. “Except the sex with my ex is the […]...
Wave your flags in the air. Pitbull unites with Jennifer Lopez and Brazilian artist Cláudia Leitte in the video for the official FIFA World Cup Song, “We Are One (Ole Ola).” The trio celebrates the upcoming World Cup in Brazil as they parade through the streets of Ft. Lauderdale in the colorful Carnival-inspired clip. Their […]...
Tetsuo season is upon us. Lupe Fiasco is finally ready to unleash “Mission,” the first single off his upcoming album Tetsuo and Youth. The Chicago rapper has unveiled the illustrated cover art, which was designed by artist Hebru Brantley. “This song meant a lot to me and I’m happy to be apart of this project,” […]...