J. Cole Expands The Fall-Off Era With New 144-Page Hip-Hop Magazine

The limited-edition issue features GloRilla, Lil Yachty, J.I.D. and more

Lizzo Enrolls In Kai Cenat’s Streamer University As Celebrity Instructor

The Grammy-winning star will help rising creators learn branding, audience growth and visibility

Lil Wayne Denies Engagement Rumors And Explains Maine Concert No-Show

Wayne addressed his relationship status and apologized for missing his Bangor show

Beyoncé Surprises Fans With “Morning Dew (Donk)” Ahead Of B’Day Anniversary

The unreleased fan-favorite kicks off the countdown to a major Beyoncé milestone

Michael Rubin’s Hamptons White Party Brings Out Snoop Dogg, Cardi B, Alicia Keys and More

The annual celebrity bash featured rooftop performances, NBA stars and a packed guest list

Kevin Gates Sparks Debate After Pushing Away Fan Who Rushed Him for a Photo

The rapper’s reaction to an unexpected fan encounter has divided social media

Cardi B Turns Heads at BET Awards After-Party Following Show-Stopping Performance

The rapper marked a glamorous appearance at one of the night's biggest after-parties

Whitney Houston Estate Denies Oprah Winfrey’s Drug Claim About 2009 Stage Fall

The estate says Houston fell during soundcheck because the stage area was dark

Missy Elliott to Lead Star-Studded Aaliyah Tribute at 2026 ESSENCE Festival

The late artist's career and lasting influence will be celebrated during a major tribute at the 2026 ESSENCE Festival of Culture.

Drake, Sexyy Red and Travis Scott Mourn Tay Keith After Hitmaking Producer Dies at 29

Some of hip-hop’s biggest stars are remembering the Grammy-nominated Memphis producer behind “SICKO MODE,” “Look Alive,” “Nonstop” and “Pound Town.”

50 Cent Reveals Major Update on G-Unit’s Shreveport Expansion

The rap mogul shared new timelines for G-Unit Studios, G-Stage and the G-Dome while outlining opportunities for local residents

Lil Nas X Reveals Bipolar Diagnosis After Arrest, Says New Music Is Coming

The rapper says he is doing better after treatment and is entering a new chapter with less fear

Bunnie Xo Posts Cryptic Video After Jelly Roll Files for Divorce

The “Dumb Blonde” host appeared unbothered as divorce news surrounding her and Jelly Roll went public

Nicki Minaj Regrets Old Lyrics, Says Some Music Didn’t Lead Fans “Toward God”

Nicki Minaj says she would rewrite some of her past lyrics after reflecting on the message behind her music

Ye and Ty Dolla $ign Spark New Body Rumors After Possible Ice Spice Verse Surfaces

Ye and Ty Dolla $ign have fans speculating that “New Body” could be returning after a recent livestream appeared to preview a version with an Ice Spice verse

Drake Reportedly Planning Streamer University Appearance With Kai Cenat

DDG claims the Toronto rapper is interested in joining Kai Cenat’s returning creator event and participating in an IRL livestream

Bianca Censori Marks Ye’s 49th Birthday With Intimate Shower Photo And Studio Tribute

Bianca Censori shared rare personal posts for Ye’s birthday, calling herself his “ride or die” while celebrating both their relationship and his creative life

Tidal Launches Direct-to-Fan Sales, Letting Independent Artists Sell Music

The new feature allows U.S.-based independent artists to sell tracks and albums directly to fans while keeping 90% of each sale before fees and taxes

Nas Brings Hip-Hop Legacy To The NBA Finals With New “History Is Calling” Promo

Cassie Reportedly Leaves U.S. After $30M Diddy Abuse Settlement Fallout

The singer says she now lives outside the United States and has no plans to move back as another Diddy-related lawsuit continues in California

VIDEO: Jay-Z Disses Drake, Nicki Minaj, Kanye West & More In Explosive Roots Picnic Freestyle

Hov’s rare freestyle earlier this week had fans convinced he was sending shots at some of rap’s biggest names

Drake Makes Billboard History Again As 12 Albums Hit Billboard 200 At The Same Time

The rapper is now the first living solo artist to chart 12 albums simultaneously

Sonny Rollins Dies At 95: Harlem Jazz Legend And ‘Saxophone Colossus’ Passes Away In New York

The pioneering saxophonist helped shape modern jazz across seven decades

VIDEO: Rick Ross Calls Drake’s “ICEMAN” Horrendous, Says Album Was a “Waste of Time”

Ross doubled down on his Drake criticism during a new interview, questioning the rapper’s status and mocking the response to his latest album

Cam’ron And Mase Say Cardi B Explains Why They Don’t Date NYC Women

The It Is What It Is hosts used Cardi B’s recent relationship buzz with Stefon Diggs to speak on dating women from New York