A$AP Rocky Reflects on "Being emotionally available" as a Father The Harlem rapper shares sons RZA, Riot and Rocki with Rihanna and explained why he wants to “keep them humble.”
Albums We’re Excited For in June As summer kicks off, there are several hot upcoming releases from Lizzo, Vince Staples, Rick Ross and more.
Serena Williams Ends Retirement, to Return to Tennis The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion will play the Queen’s Club with Victoria Mboko as a doubles wild card.
M.I.A. Sues Kid Cudi for $2.8M After Tour Controversy The rapper alleges she was wrongfully terminated from the Rebel Ragers Tour after onstage political statements.
The Listening: New Music From Latto, Future & Tyla, Young M.A, Flo Milli, Anderson .Paak and More This week’s new music Friday also features Freddie Gibbs, G Herbo, PJ Morton, Rome Streetz, 38 Spesh and Wyclef.
Jazmine Sullivan Shows Off Slimmer Physique, Claps Back at Online Trolls The Grammy winner made an appearance at Ari Lennox’s ‘Vacancy Tour’ show in Philadelphia.
Gucci Mane Opens Up About Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia Diagnoses The trap superstar discussed the diagnoses in his 2025 book 'Episodes,' and recently elaborated in an interview with 'Nightline.'
Rob Base Remembered: Jamie Foxx, MC Lyte and More Pay Tribute to Late Hip-Hop Star Alongside DJ E-Z Rock, the Harlem legend scored big party rap hits in the late 1980s.
Fat Joe, Spike Lee and More React to Knicks’ First NBA Finals Appearance Since 1999 After a sweep of the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals, New York is playing for the NBA Championship.
The Listening: New Music From JPEGMAFIA, 6LACK, Vince Staples, Veeze and More This week’s new music Friday also features Johnny Gill, French Montana & Max B, Ro James, K Camp and Adrian Younge.
Queen Latifah’s Advice to Teyana Taylor: “Enjoy the moment” The Grammy-winning rapper shared that she wants the Oscar-nominated actress to bask in the opportunities and adulation.
‘The Boys’ Star Laz Alonso on Changing His Diet for Role As the show ends its five-season run, the actor who plays Mother’s Milk is opening up about the physical demands of the character.
AZ Explains Why He Changed His Diet: “I stopped with the red meat” The 54-year-old shares that as he’s gotten older, he’s had to adjust his lifestyle and prioritize his health.
Cardi B Leads the Nominations at the 2026 BET Awards Kendrick Lamar, Mariah the Scientist, Teyana Taylor and Michael B. Jordan are all up for major honors at this year’s ceremony.
Lauryn Hill Defends Only Releasing One Album The Grammy winner again addressed fan speculation about ‘Miseducation’ and her scant discography.
Rick Ross Responds to Drake: “I’m sure he’ll retire next month” After the Toronto rapper’s “Make Them Pay,” Rozay mocked Drake on social media.
5 Takeaways From Drake’s New Album, ‘Iceman’ The rap superstar drops three albums and addresses his ongoing rivalries and feuds with Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole and more. We break it all down.
Yasiin Bey to Celebrate Gil Scott-Heron’s Life and Legacy The rapper/actor is teaming with Scott-Heron’s 1970s collaborator for an event in Paris.
The Listening: New Music From Drake, Chip Fu, Mya, Shakira & Burna Boy, Victoria Monet, Giveon and More This week’s new music Friday also features Jorja Smith, Kurupt & Snoop Dogg, Shaggy, Kevin Gates and Tank & The Bangas.
Kendrick Lamar and LeBron James Dissed on Alleged Drake Leak “1AM In Albany” The leaked track features the Toronto rapper taking shots at some high profile rivals and former friends.
Black Thought Breaks Down His Favorite Foods and His Fitness Routine The Roots frontman talked to NY Mag about what he likes to eat and his weekly lifestyle.
Bronx School of Hip-Hop to Open This Fall The institution is set to welcome its first incoming class of freshmen in September.
Daz Dillinger Files Lawsuit Against Company Managing 2Pac’s Estate The former Death Row producer says he’s owed money from some of the late rapper’s catalog.
Cam’ron, Chuck D and More React to the Knicks Sweeping the Sixers The Knicks head to the Eastern Conference Finals for the second year in a row.
