• Burna Boy Reveals He Squashed His Beef With AKA Before the Rapper’s Death

    Burna Boy recently revealed that he and late South African rapper AKA had quietly put their past feud behind them before the tragic death of the South African hip-hop star, a development that has brought a reflective moment to one of African music’s most talked-about cross-continental relationships. In a heartfelt Instagram tribute marking what would…

  • Russ Becomes the Second Highest Certified Independent Rapper in RIAA History

    Russ has quietly built one of the most impressive independent careers in modern hip-hop, and his recent recognition as the second highest certified independent rapper in RIAA history is a testament to years of consistency, ownership, and self-belief. In an industry long dominated by major labels, this milestone highlights how far an artist can go…

  • AI Xapo Set to Release “Snokonoko II” Featuring Nigerian Star Shallipopi

    AI Xapo is gearing up to drop a highly anticipated follow-up to his breakout Amapiano hit “Snokonoko”, this time titled “Snokonoko II”, and fans are already buzzing about one key collaborator: Nigerian sensation Shallipopi. Early reports indicate that AI Xapo has tapped Shallipopi alongside frequent partners Benzoo and EeQue, blending South African Amapiano rhythms with…

  • Pharrell Williams Legal Team Responds to Chad Hugo’s Lawsuit, Calls It “Premature”

    Just as the producer icon’s victory lap continues Grammy nominations, major performances, and a buzzy biopic longtime collaborator Hugo has stepped forward with a lawsuit that cuts straight to the legacy of The Neptunes and N.E.R.D. Hugo alleges he’s been shortchanged on royalties tied to music sales, touring revenue, and merchandising, calling out what he…

  • Burna Boy Earns Six New Canadian Certifications, Cementing His Global Dominance

    Burna Boy continues to cement his status as a global powerhouse as he earns six new certifications in Canada, this time powered by some of the most defining records in his catalog. The newly certified songs  “City Boys,” “On the Low,” “Gbona,” “Talibans,” “Tested, Approved & Trusted,” and “Sitting on Top of the World” reflect…

  • MOBO Awards 2026: Eve & Eddie Kadi Confirmed to Host / Olivia Dean, FLO, Tiwa Savage, & More to Perform

    The MOBO Awards are going all out for their 30th anniversary. Set to take place at Manchester’s Co-Op Live arena on March 26, the milestone edition of the annual celebration of Music of Black Origin promises to be unmissable. Today (January 28), organizers confirmed that Rap icon Eve will be hosting alongside a returning Eddie…

  • Leigh-Anne Reveals ‘My Ego Told Me To’ Album Tracklist

    Leigh-Anne is in her solo era and whetting appetites for her debut studio album, ‘My Ego Told Me To,’ with the unveiling of the LP’s official tracklist. After going independent, the former Little Mix star has slowly unveiled the record’s direction with a series of singles that showcase her versatility. Lead single ‘Been a Minute’…

  • J.Cole Celebrates His 41st Birthday with a Surprise DJ Clue-Hosted ‘Blizzard’ EP Drop

    J Cole may be gearing up to celebrate his 41st birthday on Wednesday (January 28), but it appears he’s the one handing out gifts. As fans brace themselves for the highly anticipated arrival of his next studio album, ‘The Fall Off’ Cole served an appetizer of sorts via a four-pack of new freestyles hosted by…

  • Ray J Reveals He “Only Has Weeks to Live” After Heart Failure Diagnosis

    Ray J shocked viewers of his late-night livestream on Monday (January 27) when he revealed his latest stint in the hospital was accompanied with confirmation he only has “three weeks to live.” Just a day after breaking his silence about that headline grabbing hospitalization for pneumonia and severe chest pains, Ray J (born Willie Norwood…

  • Meta Faces Lawsuit as Whistleblowers Accuse WhatsApp of Accessing Private User Data

    Meta is facing a major new legal challenge after an international group of WhatsApp users filed a lawsuit in the United States, accusing the social-media giant of misleading users about the privacy and security of their messages. The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court in San Francisco, claims that Meta and WhatsApp falsely advertise their…