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Bilaal Salaam claims he’s certified homeless and on welfare, asking a judge to reduce the $32K he owes Jada Pinkett Smith after losing his lawsuit. Bilaal Salaam is now facing the reality of a courtroom loss that’s hitting his wallet hard, and he’s asking a judge to ease the financial burden he can’t seem to escape. The former friend of Will Smith filed paperwork claiming he’s certified homeless and living on welfare benefits, requesting that the court either slash the $32,000-plus in attorney’s fees he owes to Jada Pinkett Smith or work out some kind of payment arrangement. He’s not…

In this new entry in our ‘Diamonds In The Rough’ category, we would like to introduce you to artists Harry Gray and MK Zulu and their joint album titled One More Time. Five years after first discovering their creative chemistry, Harry Gray and MK Zulu have unveiled One More Time, a stunning collaborative album that pays tribute to the timeless power of soul music while pushing the genre into fresh territory. Out now, the ten-track project is a rich and rewarding body of work that highlights the duo’s artistic growth and their shared commitment to crafting music that transcends trends.…

Jim Beam continued its “Home Field Advantage” campaign in Chicago with a striking floral installation created in partnership with renowned artist Mr. Flower Fantastic. The artwork debuted at Chicago’s iconic Pioneer Court ahead of the U.S. Men’s National Team’s send-off match against Germany. Crafted in Mr. Flower Fantastic’s signature floral style, the installation featured yellow goldenrod, Kentucky’s official state flower and a tribute to Jim Beam’s home state. Designed to symbolically “give the USMNT their flowers,” the piece celebrated the national team as it prepares to compete on soccer’s biggest stage. The unveiling marked the latest activation in Jim Beam’s…

Toosii has ditched his LSU football gig to get back to making music full-time according to his former coach. Toosii walked away from his LSU football opportunity just months after joining Lane Kiffin’s roster, choosing to refocus on his music career instead. The rapper, who’d been working as a wide receiver for the Tigers since March, made the decision to leave the program and return to recording and performing full-time. His departure marks the end of a brief but notable chapter in college football, where Hip-Hop and athletics collided in an unconventional way. Kiffin revealed the news on his podcast…

A judge declares a mistrial in the Chris Brown dog attack case and CB says, “It happens,” when asked about the outcome.On Tuesday (June 16), Breezy appeared in court to face trial for a civil lawsuit filed by the singer’s former housekeeper, Maria Avila, who claims she was viciously mauled by Brown’s dog in 2020. However, the case was declared a mistrial by  Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Huey P. Cotton after one of the jurors looked up information related to the case on the internet and shared it with other jury members, Rolling Stone reports.“Unfortunately, one of the…

Father’s Day is this Sunday (June 19), and hopefully, folks have already gotten the dads in their lives a proper gift. But in case Dad is into cannabis, we’ve whipped together a new gift guide that could guide you in another direction. As I always like to share with readers, cannabis has transformed my life for the better by providing me with a variety of ways to consume products. Further, the innovation that some of the brands we’re featuring is astounding. I sometimes have trouble falling asleep, and there are brands out there addressing those who suffer from sleeplessness. Also,…

As the mid-1990s Golden Era continued producing some of Hip Hop’s most enduring classics, Brooklyn duo stepped onto the scene with a debut album that would become essential listening for fans of hardcore East Coast rap. Released 30 years ago today, Nocturnal introduced the world to the unmistakable chemistry between Rock and Ruck—later known to fans as the incomparable. Already familiar faces through their appearances alongside the family, the duo used their first full-length project to establish themselves as one of the most formidable acts emerging from Brooklyn’s underground scene. Built on rugged production, razor-sharp lyricism, and the streetwise perspective that defined Duck Down…

GRAMMY-nominated multiplatinum superstar Rod Wave is gearing up for another major chapter in his career with the announcement of his seventh full-length album, Don’t Look Down, set for release on August 28 through Alamo Records. The artist revealed the news on social media with a viral cover image showing him in a tailored suit, offering fans their first glimpse of the project’s aesthetic. Alongside the announcement, Rod Wave released the official album trailer, a cinematic production created through his own company, Mainstay Films. The trailer stars Rod Wave alongside Golden Globe-nominated actor Danny Hudson. It opens with a dramatic funeral…

Yung Miami is in the midst of a comeback with her hit single “Spend Dat,” as the song has quickly turned into one of rap’s most unexpected success stories of the summer.Released in April, “Spend Dat” almost immediately caught on with social media users, particularly on TikTok where a dance challenge encouraged creators to add to a growing trend. The dance is a simple step built around a bouncing groove, a swipe-like “spend” hand motion and a quick pose that makes it easily repeatable.Celebrity cosigns soon followed, and the song has since become a bona fide hit as it steadily…

New artist Makyva releases his new “All Eyes On Me” on Friday and it has debuted at #5 on the Hip Hop/Rap iTunes charts. Born in Greensboro and raised in High Point, Makyva discovered his passion for music at just two years old. From singing along to every song on the radio to developing his own unique sound, music became more than a hobby—it became a lifeline. Growing up surrounded by the challenges and violence of his environment, music provided an escape, a purpose, and a way to remain grounded. “Music is all I have,” Makyva says. Through his music,…