Category: Urban

Ludacris is Going Back to College?

Georgia State University is welcoming back an old face. Rapper, actor and entrepreneur Chris “Ludacris” Bridges can add artist-in-residence to his resume as he takes on the position at the University. Institute Executive Director Brennen Dicker says Bridges was an excellent candidate because of his “industry knowledge.” The creative institute was founded in 2014 and is […]

Pharrell’s Second Annual Something in the Water Festival is Announced

On Monday, October 14th, it was announced by Live Nation that Pharrell would bring back his multi-day fest to his hometown of Virginia next year from April 20-26. Despite launching his inaugural festival Something in the Water earlier this year, Pharrell is already thinking about 2020. When the festival was out on last year, there […]

Lil Uzi Vert, Young M.A, CASANOVA & Lil Tecca Join Rock The Vote Lineup

WHO: Lil Uzi Vert, Young M.A, CASANOVA and Lil Tecca join an incredible line-up featuring Alicia Keys, Farruko, French Montana, Becky G, G-Eazy, Ty Dolla $ign, Carnage, CNCO, Moneybagg Yo, Doja Cat, Gashi, Dermot Kennedy, Lucky Daye, Angelica Vila and Nicole Bus WHAT: The 5th annual “TIDAL X” benefit concert, TIDAL X Rock The Vote, […]

Mary J. Blige’s ‘HERstory, Vol. 1’ To Be Released December 6

Mary J. Blige, the legendary Grammy and Golden Globe winning and Oscar nominated singer-songwriter, actress, philanthropist and honorary Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, will release an immersive box set of her biggest 1990s hits along with rare remixes, HERstory, Vol. 1, on December 6 via UMe. The collection will be released in three physical forms: a […]

Here is Your List of Winners for the 2019 BET Hip Hop Awards

On Tuesday, October 8th,comedian Lil Duval hosted the 2019 BET Hip Hop Awards in Atlanta, Georgia. It was a huge night for music with performances from Megan Thee Stallion, Rick Ross, Chance the Rapper, Offset, T-Pain, Lil Baby, DaBaby, Lil Jon, Rapsody, YBN Cordae, Anderson .Paak, Saweetie, Kamillion and Tom. G. Another big moment included […]

Chance The Rapper Teases Appearance on ‘Carpool Karaoke’

Chance The Rapper is going on a joy ride with James Corden for an upcoming “Carpool Karaoke” segment, and its pulling-in much sooner than you think. The pair get motoring Tuesday night on The Late Late Show. We’re all going to get the chance to see a lot more of the hip-hop star in the months […]

Rihanna’s Autobiography is Out

This first book by Rihanna is an exclusive, inside look into her world. Rihanna, a stunning visual narrative from the international cultural icon, is to be published by Phaidon. From her childhood in Barbados to her worldwide tours, from quintessential fashion moments to private time with friends and family, the book showcases intimate photographs of […]

G-Eazy, Ty Dolla $ign and More Slated to Perform at Rock The Vote

Global music streaming and entertainment platform, TIDAL, has announced a long-term partnership with the nation’s foremost nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to building the political power of young people, Rock The Vote. The partnership will kick off with TIDAL X Rock The Vote, a benefit concert to raise funds and awareness for voter registration, education and rights. […]

Maluma Wants To Blend The Rhythm Of Many Nations for Hispanic Heritage Month

Embracing the music industry has always been part of Hennessy’s DNA, recognizing creative minds who blend a rhythm that will never stop and never settle, just like Maluma’s, whose music transcends cultures, languages and nations by staying authentic to himself. The integrated partnership is rooted in shared themes of family, community and legacy, and will […]