The hip-hop icon passed away in April at age 57 from an accidental overdose of fentanyl, ethanol (alcohol), and methamphetamine. Digital Underground’s Shock G died of an accidental drug overdose, according to the Hillsborough County Medical Examiner in Florida. The hip hop icon passed away in April at age 57 from an accidental overdose of…… MORE
The baller’s jersey number will reportedly switch from No. 23 to No. 6 for the upcoming season. LeBron James’ fans who favor the baller’s current jersey number may have to see him sporting another digit in the 2021-2022 season. According to The Athletic, the Lakers star will be switching from No. 23 to No. 6,…… MORE
It’s official! The Ruff Ryders’ first lady and the baddest are duking it out in the next Verzuz. Attention all Verzuz fans! If you’re thinking that the digital music series is starting to cool down before summer reaches, guess again. On Wednesday (June 9), the program’s official social media accounts revealed that the next exciting…… MORE
Shante will use her expertise to expand her husband’s existing ventures, as well as grow any upcoming partnerships that he may have in the works. Snoop Dogg has appointed his wife Shante Broadus to his executive team as his official manager. According to an official press release, Shante will use her expertise to expand her…… MORE
The daughters of late hip hop legends The Notorious B.I.G. and Jam Master Jay have come together to open up a New York-style pizzeria in Los Angeles, California. As Eater reported, T’yanna Wallace and Tyra Myricks are to set to open up Juicy Pizza, named after Biggie’s 1994 hit song. The idea for the pizza…… MORE
THE 2021 ASCAP RHYTHM & SOUL AWARDS AIRS ON JUNE 22 We love to see table shakers and culture shifters get their flowers, and that’s exactly what ASCAP is doing for these three award-winning producers and songwriters. On June 22, Swizz Beatz, Timbaland, and D-Nice will be honored with the ASCAP Voice of the Culture…… MORE
Virginia native Pharrell Williams is doing his part to make sure low-income families are “happy” with their education goals. The musician/entrepreneur is launching a private school for those who can’t afford to send their children to a regular private school. Williams is doing this through his non-profit initiative, Yellow, a 501(C)(3) non-profit established by the…… MORE
In her acting career, Taraji P. Henson is known to play some beloved and funny characters in many of her films and TV shows. One thing many of her roles have in common is their fierce persona. Now Henson will get to bring that same energy into a different kind of role. It was announced…… MORE
Tip revealed that his final album is “coming soon” at the end of his “What It’s Come To” video. T.I. is bowing out of the rap game. On Tuesday (June 8), the Atlanta rap legend shared the video for his newest single, “What It’s Come To.” At the end of the clip, Tip revealed that…… MORE
We haven’t heard any updates regarding Drake’s highly-anticipated upcoming album Certified Lover Boy in a while. The album was initially announced to be released at the beginning of this year but after Drake sustained a serious knee injury, he pushed back the release to focus on his recovery. He appears to be feeling much better,…… MORE
Snoop Dogg, the West Coast rap icon turned cultural mainstay, is officially bringing his life story to the big screen. Read more about Snoop’s upcoming biopic, film and TV deal with Universal inside. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the Doggfather has signed a multi-year first-look deal with NBCUniversal through his Death Row Pictures banner, solidifying a…
NBC is going from being the Peacock network to the Canine network after inking a new deal with Snoop Dogg. Snoop’s Death Row Pictures has inked a multi-year creative partnership with NBC Universal. Part of the deal will bring him back to The Voice next season, and he’ll continue his cross-platform appearances, like he did…
Shannon Sharpe is being accused of sexual assault and battery. A civil lawsuit filed in Nevada by Jane Doe says she and Sharpe were in a “rocky consensual relationship” for almost two years. The woman claims that Sharpe recorded their sexual relations without her permission. Jane Doe said the infamous live stream where Sharpe allegedly…
SZA‘s new business venture is Not Beauty — literally. She just launched a new cosmetic line under the label. Fans at Grand National Tour stops this weekend were the first to get their hands on products from the new line. The initial offering includes a trio of lip glosses, called In the Flesh, Strawberry Jelly and Quartz,…