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Common and John Legend Perform ‘Glory’ at 2015 Grammy Awards [VIDEO]
Music's biggest night closed with one of hip-hop's most relevant and moving songs. Common and John Legend brought social issues to the forefront with their track, 'Glory,' featured in the lauded film 'Selma.'
Beyonce Takes Us to Church With ‘Take My Hand, Precious Lord’ at 2015 Grammy Awards [VIDEO]
Beyonce never disappoints onstage and her performance at the 2015 Grammy Awards Sunday night (Feb. 8) was no exception. The superstar delivered a stirring rendition of 'Take My Hand, Precious Lord' and took us all to church in the process.
Hip-Hop and R&B Community React to Stunning 2015 Super Bowl
Super Bowl XLIX is officially done. The New England Patriots were victorious over the Seattle Seahawks (final score 28-24) in what was a down-to-the-wire game. Here is how your favorite hip-hop and R&B stars reacted to the thrilling game and its' stunning end.
President Obama’s State of the Union Speech Launches ‘Thug Life’ Memes [VIDEO]
President Barack Obama is living that thug life. "I have no more campaigns to run... I know 'cause I won both of them," he said proudly Tuesday night (Jan. 21) during the State of the Union address. It was only a matter of time before the Internet took his swag lord sentiment and turned them into a series of hilarious 'Thug Life' memes.
Chris Brown Compares Himself to Michael Jackson and James Brown
Who’s the greatest entertainer of all time? If you ask Chris Brown, he is. The singer took to Twitter over the weekend to tout that he’s one of the best and put himself in the same company as the late soul icons Michael Jackson and James Brown.
Tupac Talks Jim Belushi Friendship, Being at War Weeks Before His Death in New Interview
Nearly two decades after his death, the voice of Tupac has been resurrected. In a new interview from 1996, the rapper speaks about being at war, the origins of his name and working with fellow actor Jim Belushi while on the set of his movie 'Gang Related.'
Flavor Flav Indicted on Felony Driving Charges
Flavor Flav is slated to appear in court later this month after being indicted for charges related to his arrest for speeding last year.
Azealia Banks Blasts Kendrick Lamar for Police Brutality Statement: ‘Dumbest S— I’ve Ever Heard a Black Man Say’
Kendrick Lamar's new Billboard cover story finds the rapper defending Iggy Azalea, but it's his comments on the shooting of Michael Brown and police brutality that has caught the wrath of Azealia Banks.
Eddie Murphy Sounds Surprisingly Good on Reggae Song ‘Oh Jah Jah’
Eddie Murphy is serious about returning to music. The actor and comedian has released a new reggae track called 'Oh Jah Jah.'
Kanye West and French Montana Are ‘Keeping Up with the Kardashians’ in Season 10 [VIDEO]
As 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians' heads into its season 10 premiere, expect to see some very familiar names in hip-hop. According to the reality show's new teaser, both Kanye West and French Montana will be making appearances as part of the family's ongoing saga.
Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon Are Officially Separated [VIDEO]
It's officially splitsville for Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon. Mr. Cannon confirmed that he has separated from the Grammy-winning songbird after six years of marriage.
Woman Earns Big Bucks for Looking Like Rihanna
Would the real Rihanna please stand up? A look-alike is earning big bucks because of her striking resemblance to the singer.