Lil Durk is the latest celebrity to show love to the athletes of the WNBA, pulling up to support as the Chicago Sky took on the Indiana Fever on Sunday (June 23). The Chicago rapper previously welcomed Angel Reese on her arrival to the team and was on hand to see her fight for a win against Caitlyn Clark’s Fever. The match proved to be one of the most intense of the season so far, with the Sky catching an 88-87 win. Lil Durk sat courtside as Reese scored 25 points and snagged 16 rebounds. Reese put in her best…
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Snoop Dogg is gearing up to cover the 2024 Olympics next month, but he’s getting a head start, reporting live from the Olympic Track and Field Trials. The Death Row Records boss is headed to Paris next month as a special correspondent for NBC and Peacock after his coverage of the 2000 Olympics with Kevin Hart provided some memorable moments. On Sunday (June 23), Snoop Dogg reported live from the Olympic Track & Field Trials at Hayward Field, Oregon. While the men’s 100-meter final was the main event, Snoop Dogg had all eyes on the men’s 3,000-meter steeplechase after going…
Chuck D is arguably the most revolutionary voice Hip-Hop has ever witnessed. From Fear of a Black Planet to It Takes a Nation of Millions…to Hold Us Back, Public Enemy defined what it meant to be Black in modern America, beginning in the 1980s. Decades later, Chuck is still a cultural leader and continues to challenge the system. More recently, Chuck D made some comments on Twitter (X) that both highlighted his hardworking nature and reason for not rapping about street life like so many of his peers. “Some stupid daft mfucker tried to make me feel ashamed about my…
All signs point to a violent, hot summer in Jacksonville, Florida, after the death of rapper Julio Foolio. Just hours after Foolio’s Tampa murder, his main rival, Yungeen Ace, dropped a video for his latest track, “Do it.” While “Do it” doesn’t mention Foolio by name or his death, the video for the song is eerily reminiscent of the events that unfolded at the local Holiday Inn early Sunday morning (June 23). Foolio was celebrating his 26th birthday in the city at an Airbnb, when he was asked to leave because he had violated the occupancy rules and ended up…
Louis “Uncle Louie” Gregory is a unique proposition as it relates to Hip-Hop and he has released a book to chronicle his journey to leadership. “America’s Front Line: From Hip-Hop to Homeland Security” weaves his life stories and insights on leadership, from his formal upbringing to his dynamic career in New York. But, who is he? Gregory has worked in the country’s largest government agency, managed talent in sports, and is affiliated with some of the biggest names in Hip-Hop. The book includes tales of working with Billy Joel, producing hits with J-Lo, LL Cool J, and Mary J. Blige,…
Daz Dillinger and Kurupt, collectively known as Tha Dogg Pound, have provided an update on Snoop Dogg’s forthcoming album, Missionary. Produced entirely by Dr. Dre, the project is apparently on schedule to drop in July. The album serves as the follow-up to Snoop’s 1993 debut solo album, Doggystyle. The duo talked about the project as they were in Montreal on tour with Snoop Dogg. When asked if they were going to tour with their latest album, W.A.W.G. (We All We Got), Kurupt replied, “We in Canada now, but when we get back home, Dogg got something prepared for us to…
Hometown hero Kendrick Lamar overtook the streets of Compton on Saturday with DJ Mustard and shot the music video for their hit single “Not Like Us.” The event drew throngs of excited fans who seized the chance to witness Kendrick Lamar in action. With the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department enhancing security, the video shoot transformed into a spontaneous community celebration, highlighting the shared excitement and unity of the people of Compton. Kendrick Lamar, dressed variably in a vintage Martine Rose track jacket and a black leather outfit with cargo pants, collaborated with Mustard, the mastermind behind the song’s production.…
Denzel Washington’s career could soon see a major shift as the acclaimed actor hinted at a potential move away from acting during a panel discussion at the American Black Film Festival in Miami. At 69, Denzel Washington, who made his screen debut in the 1977 TV movie “The Wilma Rudolph Story,” has graced viewers with his presence for decades, but it seems he may now be setting his sights on projects behind the scenes. Fans have eagerly anticipated his role in the Roman Empire drama sequel “Gladiator II,” sharing the screen with Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal. However, the double…
Diddy has dropped his $60 million lawsuit against Sean John, a brand he founded, as allegations of severe misconduct continue to shadow the rap mogul. Agreements between Diddy and fashion house GBG Sean John LLC and GBG USA Inc. have led to a voluntary dismissal of the case, including all claims and counterclaims, as of Friday (June 21). Diddy founded Sean John in 1998 and grew the company to annual sales of about $450 million by 2016, when he sold 90 percent of the brand to Global Brands Group for around $70 million. The relationship became rocky by February 2021.…
Beyoncé’s transition into a new musical frontier has taken the country scene by storm. This March, she released her inaugural country album, Cowboy Carter. Motivated by the bold strides of Shaboozey and other female country icons, Beyoncé’s latest venture underscores her versatility and influence across genres. “When you are breaking down barriers, not everyone is ready and open for a shift. But when I see Shaboozey tearing the charts up and all the beautiful female country singers flying to new heights, inspiring the world, that is exactly what motivates me,” Beyoncé shared with The Hollywood Reporter. Shaboozey, who is featured…