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Genre-defying singer Meshell Ndegeocello has revealed her new covers album Synonym will release Oct. 2 via Blue Note Records. For her third project under the label, the Washington, D.C., native recruited a multigenerational lineup of duet partners to reimagine classics. The lead single, available now, is a majestic rendition of Aretha Franklin and George Michael’s No. 1 hit “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me),” featuring singer and actress Cynthia Erivo. The album features additional collaborations with Chaka Khan, Robert Glasper, Lianne La Havas, Destin Conrad, Moses Sumney, Emily King, Lizz Wright, Willow, Brandi Carlile and more. Synonym is said…

A message to the Hip-Hop community: Let’s chill on DJ Quik addressing his son’s murder conviction. Speaking in a session with The Shade Room Live, Quick revealed he has no desire to talk about it with anyone. DJ Quik opened by saying his son “is hanging in there” and was “scapegoated” during the trial. “I’m a little bit too emotional to be in public because when people ask me about it in public, I don’t respond with kind[ness]. And I’m not going to apologize for that. Stop asking me about my son in public,” Quick said. “He accepted his role…

A message shows Pooh Shiesty allegedly paid men $5,000 to help rob and kidnap Gucci Mane.On Tuesday (July 14), the prosecution in the case filed a response to Pooh’s codefendant, Terrance Rodgers’ request for a detention hearing. In it, the government points out Rodgers’ criminal history and his alleged extensive involvement in the Gucci Mane robbery and kidnapping, for which they claim he and others were compensated.”Rodgers did not participate in this offense based on pure altruism alone. Instead, Rodgers appeared to have been compensated for his role,” the filing reads, along with photos showing Rodgers flashing money and showing…

Source: Bernard Smalls / @PhotosByBeanzWatch out Japan! Future done learned a Japanese word and now y’all women are a prime targets for the self-proclaimed Toxic King! Now that American women are familiar with his game (not that they care), Future might be looking to broaden his horizons and head over to the Land of The Rising Sun for some new female company. Dropping off some new visuals to “Konnichiwa,” Future hits up the streets of New York where he posts up next to the projects before ultimately heading to China Town to test out his new greeting on some attractive…

In this new entry in our ‘Diamonds In The Rough’ category, we would like to introduce you to upcoming artist Jao Amos and his new album titled Math’s. Independent artist Jao Amos has officially released his latest album, Math’s, an ambitious project that combines hip hop with alternative influences to deliver a message of resilience, hope, and determination. Entirely written, produced, mixed, and mastered by Amos himself, the album showcases not only his artistic vision but also his unwavering commitment to creating meaningful music from the ground up. Built in his home studio using nothing more than a computer, Math’s…

Source: Anadolu / GettyOn Wednesday (July 15), Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appeared before the Senate on Capitol Hill for a confirmation hearing. The proceedings would soon get testy, and be scrutinized on social media for some stumbles by the favored lawyer of President Donald Trump. A sign of things to come – and another viral moment for those calling for age limits in Congress – was offered up by Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), who introduced Blanche as “Mr. Branch” to his “Democart colleagues.” Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) began the Judiciary Committee hearing by reading out a detailed list of Blanche’s…

Source: Laylah Barrayn / Assata Shakur Archives ProjectToday would have been Assata Shakur’s 79th birthday. Although the legendary freedom fighter joined the ancestors on Sept. 25, 2025, her memory, legacy, and impact are still here to remind us that the work is not done and that we have so much more to accomplish.  If you had been in the room at the Riverside Church in New York on May 30 as we celebrated the life of Assata the mother, Assata the grandmother, Assata the activist, Assata the freedom fighter, Assata the author, Assata the Black Panther, and Assata the political…

Lupe Fiasco has garnered a lot of attention lately for his observations on Kendrick Lamar, Nas, and lyricism. While the rapper and educator could easily rest on his laurels, Lupe Fiasco will hit the road later this year for a national tour with support from fellow former Atlantic Records artists, B.o.B and Gym Class Heroes. The announcement of the Back To Basics Tour was made via Lupe Fiasco’s Instagram page, which shows off the tour poster featuring the Chicago MC, Gym Class Heroes lead vocalist Travie McCoy, and B.o.B, who is serving as a special guest for the run. The…

Source: X/@mattreevesLA / Matt ReevesFour years after Matt Reeves surprised comic book fans with his impressive iteration of the Dark Knight in The Batman starring Robert Pattinson (who knew?), we’re finally a bit closer to see what he has in store for us with his long-awaited sequel, The Batman 2. (Simplicity goes a long way sometimes.) Months after it was confirmed that both Sebastian Stan and Scarlett Johansson had joined the cast of The Batman 2, Warner Bros. Studios dropped its first teaser trailer for the highly anticipated sequel set to release in 2027. Keeping it short and simple, the…

Kim Scott’s legal crisis deepens as she faces multiple felony charges including assaulting a police officer during a mental health emergency. Eminem faces a family crisis that extends far beyond the music industry as his ex-wife, Kim Scott, finds herself in serious legal jeopardy following a July 11 incident at her Michigan home. What started as a mental health emergency has spiraled into multiple criminal charges that could land her behind bars for years. Police responded to Scott’s residence after receiving a call about a suicide attempt, but the situation escalated dramatically when officers arrived. Scott was found in her basement,…