New Music Alert: Yolo Ru – “Blood Brothers 2”
By Nancy Byron · Aug 9, 2018

Yolo Ru team up with DJ Scream & DJ Swamp Izzo for the second installment of their Blood Brothers mixtape series. Stream the 12-track project below via LiveMixtapes. STREAM/DOWNLOAD: Yolo Ru – Blood Brothers 2 [Mixtape]
Read the storyMinnesota Governor Makes August 8th Beyonce & Jay Z Day
By Azizah Nubia · Aug 9, 2018

Through their lives and music, Beyoncé and JAY-Z have inspired Minnesotans and music fans around the world. Beyonce & Jay Z have been making their way through the North American leg of their OTRII tour. After another stellar performance in Minnesota, the couple was honored with a proclamation making August 8th Beyonce & Jay Z Day in the state […]
Read the storyNew Music Alert: Jab Julien – “Storm”
By Nancy Byron · Aug 8, 2018

Ahead of his 8ossUP EP, Jab Julien releases a new freestyle to Mobb Deep’s “Quiet Storm” instrumental to hold over his fans. Stream below via SoundCloud.
Read the storyNew Music Alert: Trev Hunte – “Love is Deadly”
By Nancy Byron · Aug 8, 2018

After appearing on Season 3 of The Voice back in 2012 and earning a spot into the final four, R&B singer Trev Hunte is back for more with a new single entitled, “Love is Deadly.” The new single is to be released by his recently established imprint Wise Maneuvers Ent. which is based out of […]
Read the storyNew Music Alert: Tendayi – “Woza”
By Nancy Byron · Aug 8, 2018

UK artist Tendayi comes out with his newest vibe ending off the summer “Woza” which means ‘Come My Way’, and this one is produced by Las Venus.
Read the storyNew Music Alert: Bandana Bikerboyy – “Dreadlocks”
By Nancy Byron · Aug 7, 2018

Cleveland upstart Bandana Bikerboyy drops off another banger for us titled “Dreadlocks.” No official word yet on whether or not there’s a project in the works, but as stated on Bandana’s SC profile, when asked about his motivations, he had this to say, “I’m just a young ambitious artist trying to make a better way for […]
Read the storyBlack Woman Attacked By Asian Nail Salon Workers Gets Arrested
By Azizah Nubia · Aug 6, 2018

A disturbing video has surfaced on social media inside of an Asian nail salon in Brooklyn yesterday. Nail salon workers at New Red Apple Nail beat up a black woman and her granddaughters for refusing to pay for a botched eyebrow job. In the video you see several employees beating one woman viciously in the […]
Read the storyBeyonce Speaks On Being A Mother & Raising Her Children To Their Full Potential
By Azizah Nubia · Aug 6, 2018

Until there is a mosaic of perspectives coming from different ethnicities behind the lens, we will continue to have a narrow approach and view of what the world actually looks like. When Beyonce’ speaks the world listens. Vogue Magazine just released their September issue featuring Beyonce. Beyonce is the first Black women ever to be given full […]
Read the storyNew Music Alert: Darnell Williams Ft. Elohim – “Porno”
By Nancy Byron · Aug 3, 2018

Darnell often takes obstacles he’s faced throughout his life and uses them to paint vivid pictures of his music and deliver a ton of quality content. Williams is always equipped with hard-hitting lyrics and outrageous, impressive visuals and today is no different as he returns with a video for his single “Porno.” Back in 2016 […]
Read the storyBig Sean & YG Call Out Censorship Of Colin Kaepernick Lyric In “Madden NFL 19” Soundtrack
By Azizah Nubia · Aug 3, 2018

Rappers YG and Big Sean are heated after the NFL & EA Sports censored a specific lyric from their hit single “Big Bank” on the Madden NFL 19 soundtrack. According to videos posted on Twitter, the lyric that was censored says: “you boys all cap, I’m more Colin Kaepernick.” Kaepernick’s name was reported omitted from the song. 🗣“You boys all […]
Read the storyWelcome to the Billion Dollar Club Kanye! Yeezy Brand Reportedly Worth 1.5 Billion Dollars
By Azizah Nubia · Aug 3, 2018

Kayne West has always said his Yeezy Brand will be the biggest street brand of our time. Well, it looks like that may be true, sources close to Kanye tell The Blast his Yeezy company with Adidas just received a valuation that put their total worth close to $1.5 BILLION. Since Kanye is a majority […]
Read the storyNew Video Alert! Drake Drops ‘In My Feelings’ Music Video
By Azizah Nubia · Aug 2, 2018

Drake has finally released his visual for his number 1 hit “In My Feelings”. The video, which was filmed in New Orleans, features appearances from Big Freedia, Phylicia Rashad, La La Anthony, and #InMyFeelingsChallenge creator Shiggy. It ends with clips of celebrities and dogs doing the challenge, including Will Smith, Ciara, DJ Khaled, the “Queer […]
Read the storyNew Music Alert: Highway Rich Ft. Jus Clay – “Dope On Ya Block”
By Nancy Byron · Jul 31, 2018

Team Pedigree presents Highway Rich’s new single and video titled “Dope On Ya Block” featuring Jus Clay. Directed by Kendall Mathis. Produced by Sparkz.
Read the storyNew Music Alert: Money Cash Ft. Pharoah Fetti – “FishTail”
By Nancy Byron · Jul 31, 2018

GFE (Grind Forever Empire) representing Chattanooga, TN Money Cash & Pharoah Fetti linked up with Black Fly for a cool visual for their new single “Fish Tail.” Watch below via YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ecvlhC91Kg
Read the storyThe Cincinnati Music Festival Features MC Lyte, Xscape, Tamar Braxton, Jill Scott & More( Recap)
By Azizah Nubia · Jul 30, 2018

The historical Cincinnati Jazz Festival aka Cincinnati Music Festival is a Midwest tradition making it the 2nd largest RnB Music Festival in the United States. Hosting over 90,000+ people for a 3-day musical, empowerment and cultural experience connecting music lovers with the sights, sounds, and spirit of the Queen City. The Cincinnati Music Festival was held at […]
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