Music
Drake Files Appeal After Court Dismissed Defamation Lawsuit Over Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ – Blavity
Three weeks after the court dismissed Drake‘s defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG) over Kendrick Lamar‘s diss track “Not Like Us,” the …
‘Friday Night Vibes’ Exclusive Clip: Emmy Winning Singer/Songwriter Ray Parker Jr. Talks The Iconic ‘Ghostbusters’ Theme Song
For your viewing pleasure… Source: Friday Night Vibes / TBS Ray Parker Jr. “ain’t ‘fraid of no ghosts,” and he’s making that …
Extremely Private Papa Aaron Pierre Opens Up About His Son & Teyana Taylor Swoonship–‘Being A Father Is My Greatest Joy’
Source: Axelle/Bauer-Griffin / Getty Extremely private Papa Aaron Pierre is opening up about his “sonshine” and newfound romance with Teyana Taylor in …
Hold Up, Mane! Memphis-Centered Series ‘G.R.I.T.S.’ Brings Southern Sisterhood, Skating, & Soul To ALLBLK, Roller Rink Realness Ensues
Hold up, mane! Memphis is the heartbeat of a southern sisterhood story that dives into the lives of women who roll through …
Holy Hypocrisy: The Dark Side of Hazing in Christian Orgs [Op-ED]
Source: Teraphim / Getty A young woman named Ashleigh’s testimony has reignited a complicated question: are Christian fraternities and sororities sanctified or …
Tyler Perry Gives $100K To Marvin Winans’ Church Amid Viral Video Of Pastor Scolding A Member – Blavity
Tyler Perry has stepped in to help Bishop Marvin Winans and his congregation as the longtime singer faces backlash after footage of …
T’s Brunch Bar Brings Big Flavor & Faith To Fourth Restaurant Location
Atlanta’s brunch scene just got a new addition on the Southside: T’s Brunch Bar, a vibrant eatery on Main Street in College …
Iconic Jazz Musician Jack DeJohnette Dies At Age 83 – Blavity
Legendary jazz musician Jack DeJohnette has died at 83 years old in Kingston, New York, ABC 7 New York reported. DeJohnette’s longtime …
Here’s When Diddy Will Be Released From Prison – Blavity
Sean “Diddy” Combs, who was sentenced to 50 months in prison for two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, may be …
R&B Singer Sammie Speaks Out After Atlanta Arrest As His Child’s Mom Shares Photos Of Alleged Abuse
R&B singer Sammie was arrested and charged with cruelty to children and battery earlier this week; now he’s speaking out amid some …
Love Letter For Brandy: To The Woman Who Chose Herself, Even When The World Wanted A Show
Source: Myesha Evon / @myeshaevon Brandy, your voice has always felt like home. It carries the kind of familiarity that lives in …
Mompreneurs: Brooke Hart Jones Spreads HBCU Magic Through Her Growing Children’s Brand
Mompreneurs S4E15: Brooke Hart Jones ✕ This week on Mompreneurs, Brooke Hart Jones—the creative force behind HBCyoU Kidz and HBCyoU Dolls—shares how …
Tamar Braxton Steps In On Wifey Duty With Birdman At VERZUZ In Toni’s Absence: ‘I’ma Hold It Down For Her’
Source: Amy Sussman/Craig Barritt Tamar Braxton may have just proved to everyone that she is, in fact, her brother-in-law’s keeper as she …
Bling Bling Vs. The Tank: Verzuz Makes Epic Return With Cash Money & No Limit Records Battle
The highly anticipated No Limit and Cash Money Verzuz has officially gone down. The return of Verzuz was marked by an epic musical …
How St. Louis Is The Hub Of Music For Yesterday And Today – Blavity
Known as the gateway to the West, St. Louis is a city with a rich legacy and significant cultural impact from its …
The Gworls Are Fighting… Over Chanel: Yung Miami Pulls Receipts On Tyla Song Stealing Claims, Trolls Her On X
Source: Kayla Oaddams/TheStewartofNY Yung Miami isn’t letting up on her claim that Tyla stole her latest track, “Chanel” from the former City …
Emmy Award–Winning Journalist Mara Porter’s Viral ‘Eye Wig’ Invention Is Proof That God And Glam Go Hand In Hand [Exclusive]
Source: Courtesy of Mara Porter Mara Porter (formerly Mara S. Campo) is expanding her empire and impact in journalism by combining it …
This HBCU Is ‘Exploring Options’ Amid Concerns About Potential Brian McKnight Gala Performance – Blavity
Claflin University responded to concerns over R&B singer Brian McKnight being slated to perform at the HBCU’s upcoming 31st annual Presidential Scholarship …
Michael B. Jordan And Austin Butler Eyed To Star In ‘Miami Vice’ Film Reboot From ‘F1’ Direcor – Blavity
Michael B. Jordan and Austin Butler could be inhabiting one of the ’80s most iconic roles. Variety reports that the Sinners star …
‘Lover Girl’ Locked In: Megan Thee Stallion Gushes Over ‘My Man, My Man, My Man’ Klay Thompson In New Single
Megan Thee Stallion is officially in her “Lover Girl” era, putting all of the happiness we’ve seen online into her music. Source: …
HBCU Week Has Made A $121M Impact: Here’s How Lance Gross, Gail Bean And More Tee Up the Initiative – Blavity
Despite the current climate, the demand, necessity and support of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) is felt like never before. In …
Summer Walker Gets Real About Catching Lil Meech Creepin’, That Viral Pose & Why She’s Done Being ‘Ride or Die’
Source: Udo Salters / Getty Summer Walker hopped on 360 with Speedy and gave us the real, raw, and slightly petty tea we’ve all …
Tems: The Nigerian Star Redefining Global R&B
Source: Burak Cingi / Getty Tems — born Temilade Openiyi on June 11, 1995, in Lagos, Nigeria — is a remarkable force …
Everything You Need To Know About Who’s Performing at ONE Musicfest This Year – Blavity
ONE Musicfest is returning with a lineup that pays homage to the culture for 2025. According to an official press release, in …
Emmy Award–Winning Journalist Mara S. Campo’s Viral ‘Eye Wig’ Invention Is Proof That God And Glam Go Hand In Hand [Exclusive]
Source: Courtesy of Mara S. Campo / Courtesy of Mara S. Campo Mara S. Campo is expanding her empire and impact in …