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Source: John Shearer / Getty Jack Harlow might want to rethink his wardrobe, he’s going viral again, and not for the music. The Kentucky rapper hit the Met Gala red carpet rocking an oversized cap that instantly hat the internet roasting him. Sounds familiar? That’s because fans have been side-eyeing his fashion choices ever since the rollout for his album Monica, where his visuals and cover art drew mixed reactions. As soon as Harlow pulled out the hat, social media wasted no time flaming him, “Only way he get attention now is with the dumb ass hats. Drake stimulus though.…

Dondria is learning to quiet the noise. Her new single “Solitude” is a boundary-setting anthem that gives her permission to shut out the world around her for a moment of stillness.  “In my solitude / I don’t mean to be rude but I need / Some time to make up my mind,” she sings.  “‘Solitude’ is about returning to yourself,” Dondria told Rated R&B. “In a world that constantly demands your attention, this record is a reminder to quiet the noise and reconnect with who you are at your core. It’s one of the most important songs I’ve made because…

Image Image Credit Leon Bennett / Stringer via Getty Images Image Alt Tyler, the Creator speaks onstage during the 2026 Recording Academy Honors presented by The Black Music Collective during the 68th GRAMMY Awards on January 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, California Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Tyler, The Creator is returning to the Grammy stage on Sunday (Feb. 1). His albums CHROMAKOPIA and DON’T TAP THE GLASS are nominated across major Hip Hop and alternative categories. A potential onstage link-up with Clipse and Pharrell could highlight key collaborations from the past year. With the 2026 Grammys right around the…

By Billboard Hip-Hop StaffDetroit, Michigan has long been one of Hip Hop’s most important proving grounds. From the raw experimentation of Slum Village to the crossover dominance of Eminem and Xzibit, the city has consistently produced artists who balance lyrical depth with undeniable grit. Emerging from that lineage is Dee Havior, a Detroit-born rap artist whose sound reflects both reverence for Hip Hop’s foundations and a relentless drive to carve his own path in today’s independent music landscape. Watch Dee Havior’s latest video:Influenced early by his father’s carefully curated collection of 1980s and 1990s rap, Dee was immersed in the…

On this day in history, veteran rapper Masta Ace saved a career even he thought was over with a revered concept album. Meanwhile, Angie Stone dropped the extremely mature Mahogany Soul, and Black Dynamite exploded in theaters. Check it out below.2001 – Masta Ace Saves His Ass With Disposable ArtsMasta Ace’s Disposable Arts is a great concept album that was released on this day in 2001. The project is loosely autobiographical, narrating the story of a young man who returns home from prison and tries to adjust to his newfound freedom while attending the fictional school Institute of Disposable Arts.The…

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation announced its 2026 inductees on April 14, spotlighting a standout group of artists whose impact has left a lasting mark on music and culture. According to the official press release, The announcement was  revealed live on ABC and Disney+ by Ryan Seacrest and 2022 Inductee Lionel Richie during the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame themed episode of American Idol.  The announcement kicks off the countdown to celebrate music’s highest honor.  The Inductee categories include: Performers, Early Influence, Musical Excellence, and Ahmet Ertegun Awards.   Performers Award: Artists who have created music whose…

Joshua Gateley/NBAE via Getty Images The Oklahoma City Thunder overcame a sluggish start to dismantle the Los Angeles Lakers 108-90 on Tuesday night, securing a 1-0 lead in the Western Conference Semifinals. After an eight-day layoff, the Thunder shook off early rust to dominate the final three quarters at Paycom Center. Chet Holmgren delivered a playoff career high 24 points to go along with 12 rebounds and three blocks, anchoring a defense that held the Lakers to 41.7% shooting. His performance marked the first time in his postseason career that he led the team in scoring, a feat he accomplished…

Image Image Credit Amy Sussman / Staff via Getty Images and Emma McIntyre / Staff via Getty Images Image Alt SZA poses in the press room during the 68th Grammy Awards and Cher speaks onstage during the 68th Grammy Awards Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Cher mistakenly announced Luther Vandross as the 2026 Grammy Award winner for Record of the Year. SZA used the moment to reflect on Vandross’ influence and the song’s deeper meaning. Kendrick Lamar and Sounwave also paid tribute to Vandross during their acceptance speech. SZA says there are no hard feelings after Cher mistakenly announced Luther…

On this day in hip-hop history, Whodini becomes the first hip-hop act to have a Top 40 album, Deltron 3030 visits the dystopian future, Talib Kweli and Hi-Tek team up, Ludacris drops his major label debut, and Eminem and Wyclef Jean are born.1984: Whodini makes rap history with EscapeWhodini dropped their second studio album, Escape, in 1984, which was recorded over a two-week period at London’s Battery Park Studios. The album spawned three major hits for the group, “Freaks Come Out at Night,” “Friends” and “Five Minutes of Funk.” Off the strength of those singles, it became the first hip-hop album to chart within the U.S.…

Source: Universal / Universal The world is on fire, societal norms are breaking down, and entire populations are living in constant fear, but there’s a few movies releasing this year that we’re all hoping to live to see and whether it’s Avengers: Doomsday or Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, by God we’re gonna do what we can to make it. While comic book fans await the highly anticipated first full trailer for the latest installment to The Avengers, Universal Pictures released a new trailer for Christopher Nolan’s fantasy-action film based on Homer’s classic work of literature, The Odyssey. Featuring an all-star…