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Lori's new look shows a much edgier side to the 27-year-old, further solidifying her place as a risk-taker and trendsetter.

Usher received his flowers from the NAACP this week, and we loved to see it! From sold out Las Vegas shows and an unforgettable Super Bowl performance to a new album and years of community service, Usher has made a mark on the culture and society.

Cardi B — “Enough (Miami)” Cardi B is on a roll. After dropping her “Like What (Freestyle),” the Bronx rhymer unleashes yet another fiery new single, “Enough (Miami).” This time around, she teams up with producers OG Parker, Romano, and DJ SwanQo for an intense track aimed at her opposition. “Opps linkin’ up / I’m […]

Looking runway ready, JD took the SXSW stage with other music giants to promote his new film, “Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told."

According to TMZ, Rapper OJ Da Juiceman has been arrested. Coweta County police stated that they found cocaine and a 9mm handgun in his possession. https://twitter.com/Phil_Lewis_/status/1768067163032592870 During the traffic stop, Juiceman failed to maintain his lane and attempted to flee from the police. More news to come as the story develops. RELATED: Young Thug’s RICO Trial […]

Violent and aggressive in nature, the visuals are pretty out there even for a man who started his own "church" out in the country a few years back.

Anthony "Baby Gap" Walker, a core member of famed R&B/funk group The Gap Band, passed away March 4 in an Ohio hospital.

Beyoncé shared the title and release date for the second act in her three act project. Click inside to check out what fans had to say about it!

With Blue Lips, ScHoolboy Q masterfully orchestrates calm and chaos while reminding folks that Figg still gets the money.

Kelly Rowland's glam squad ate and left no crumbs. Her 2024 Oscars look was amazing!