Category: Urban

JAY-Z Makes the Call: Why Lil Wayne Wasn’t Chosen for Super Bowl Halftime Show

Lil Wayne recently voiced his disappointment at not being selected as the Super Bowl halftime performer in his hometown of New Orleans, prompting questions about how these decisions are made. Super Bowl halftime producer Jesse Collins clarified on September 16 that JAY-Z has the final say in who headlines the show. “It’s a decision that […]

Sean “Diddy” Combs Arrested in New York Amid Sealed Indictment

Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested in Manhattan on Monday, as confirmed by Fox News Digital. While the specific charges against him remain unclear, he was taken into custody in a New York hotel lobby. Combs’ lawyer, Marc Agnifilo, expressed disappointment with the decision to prosecute, stating, “Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is a music icon, self-made entrepreneur, […]

Eminem’s Curtain Call: The Hits Joins Billboard 200 Milestone Club

This week, Eminem’s 2005 greatest hits compilation Curtain Call: The Hits has achieved a remarkable feat, becoming the first hip-hop album to spend 700 weeks on the Billboard 200 chart. On the chart dated September 14, the album ranked at No. 198, with 8,000 equivalent album units earned between August 30 and September 5, according […]

2024 MTV VMAs: A Night of Epic Performances and Big Wins

The 2024 MTV Video Music Awards took place on Wednesday, September 11, at New York’s UBS Arena, with a star-studded night full of performances, memorable moments, and major wins. Hosted by Billboard, the red carpet was buzzing, and the performances inside left the audience in awe. Taylor Swift led the pack with 12 nominations, and […]

MTV VMAs 2024: A Star-Studded 40th Anniversary Celebration

The MTV Video Music Awards are celebrating their 40th anniversary in style, with a red-hot lineup that promises an unforgettable night. Megan Thee Stallion will host the event, while Eminem, fresh off his latest chart-topping album The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grace), is set to open the show. Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan, […]

Nicki Minaj and Others Question Jay-Z’s Decision to Choose Kendrick Lamar for Super Bowl LIX Over Lil Wayne

Nicki Minaj and other artists have seemingly taken aim at Jay-Z, co-producer of the Super Bowl halftime show, for selecting Kendrick Lamar as the performer for Super Bowl LIX, set to take place in New Orleans. Many believe Lil Wayne, a New Orleans native, was the obvious choice and blame ongoing rap feuds for the […]

Kendrick Lamar Set to Headline 2025 Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show

Kendrick Lamar will take center stage at the 2025 Apple Music Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show, as announced by Roc Nation, Apple Music, and the NFL. The highly anticipated event will be held on February 9, 2025, at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans and will air on Fox. This marks Lamar’s second Super Bowl […]

J. Cole and ASAP Rocky Unite on Dark New Track “Ruby Rosary”

After months of keeping a low profile, J. Cole has made a bold return, joining forces with ASAP Rocky on their new track, “Ruby Rosary.” Produced by The Alchemist, the song delivers a haunting atmosphere, perfect for the duo’s sharp lyricism and clever wordplay. The moody, understated beat provides a spacious canvas for both artists […]

Megan Thee Stallion Reflects on Rap Feud: “I Don’t Know What the Problem Is”

Months after the rap battle that ignited a year of diss tracks and chart-topping hits, Megan Thee Stallion is addressing the situation in a new interview with Billboard. “I still don’t know what the issue is,” Megan confessed, adding that she’s unsure what could even be resolved since she’s unaware of the root cause. Megan […]