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By the summer of 1989, had already established himself as one of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. But with the release of Walking With A Panther, the Queens native set out to prove he could be more than just a rap sensation. He could be a mainstream superstar. Released through Def Jam Recordings 36 years ago today, LL’s third studio album arrived at a pivotal moment not only in his career, but in Hip Hop’s evolution. The genre was rapidly expanding its audience, and Def Jam was at the forefront of that movement. Walking With A Panther represented a calculated effort to broaden LL’s sound…

Source: YouTube / YoutubeDJ Akademiks and Lil Baby have started exchanging shots online and neither of them plan on backing down. The latest round began after Wham was spotted filming a music video for an unreleased collab with EST Gee. In a snippet making rounds on the internet, the Atlanta rapper appeared to take direct aim at Akademiks.“F*ck Akademiks that n*gga the feds.”As expected, Big Ak wasn’t about to let that one slide. The media personality fired back almost immediately, using X to respond to Baby while also taking a jab at Atlanta’s rap scene.“Half of Atlanta rappers documented on…

Trump claims New York City loves him after getting loudly booed at the Knicks game, then posts selective footage on Truth Social. Trump spent the night getting booed at Madison Square Garden during Game 3 of the NBA Finals, then woke up at 2 A.M. to post on Truth Social claiming New York City loves him. The cognitive dissonance is real, and the internet’s not buying it. He showed up courtside with his granddaughter Kai, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, Deputy Chief of Staff Dan Scavino, and Knicks owner James Dolan, ready to…

In this new entry in our ‘Diamonds In The Rough’ category, we would like to introduce you to artist Pops Conerly and his brand new single titled “Miracles” (Remix). Veteran singer, songwriter, producer, and ordained minister Pops Conerly returns with an inspiring new release, “Miracles” (Remix), available now. Blending Contemporary Gospel, Soul, and R&B, the uplifting single delivers a heartfelt message of faith, perseverance, and the extraordinary power of hope. For Pops Conerly, “Miracles (Remix)” is more than just a song; it is a personal testimony. The track was inspired by his own life-changing experience following emergency surgery, a moment…

Source: Arturo Holmes / GettyOn Monday night’s (June 8) episode of CNN’s NewsNight, the panel moderated by host Abby Phillip were front-row attendees to CNN commentator Charles Blow blasting Hal Lambert, a Republican megadonor and frequent NewsNight guest as a “liar”. The fiesty exchange took place as the panel was discussing the California primary elections, particularly the race to be Los Angeles’ mayor. Incumbent Mayor Karen Bass is currently leading, while former reality show star Spencer Pratt (who was endorsed heavily by President Donald Trump) has now slipped out of a chance at a runoff after progressive Democrat NIthiya Raman…

Source: Dylan Buell / GettyGame 3 of the NBA Finals in New York City was one of the worst days New Yorkers experienced in recent history. Not only did city officials shut down foot traffic in Midtown to accommodate the arrival of the human jinx known as Donald Trump, but the world watched as referees basically handed the San Antonio Spurs the victory in what many felt was blatant favoritism throughout the game. That being said, Cardi B’s halftime performance did give New Yorkers something to enjoy as even Charles Barkley couldn’t help but notice the Bronx rapper’s obvious assets.…

Cardi B’s NBA Finals halftime performance at Madison Square Garden had Charles Barkley making jokes on live TV. Cardi B took over Madison Square Garden’s halftime stage during Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday night, and got Charles Barkley worked up and hot and bothered. The legendary commentator made his feelings known while broadcasting the Spurs-Knicks matchup on Inside the NBA, and his remarks immediately went viral on social media. Rocking a sleek grey bodysuit with her hair flowing, Cardi delivered a three-minute set that opened with “Bodega Baddie” from her recent album Am I the Drama? Dancers…

Jay-Z’s expanding his stadium tour with Paris and Los Angeles dates following his triumphant Roots Picnic return. Jay-Z is taking his momentum from one of the most anticipated performances in years and translating it into a global stadium takeover that’ll cement his status as Hip-Hop’s most enduring force. Following his triumphant return to the stage at Philadelphia’s Roots Picnic on May 30, the Brooklyn legend just locked in two massive international dates that’ll keep the energy rolling through the fall. He’s bringing his “JAŸ-Z 30” tour to Paris’s Stade de France on September 10 and Los Angeles’s SoFi Stadium on…

The return of the NBA Finals to Madison Square Garden for the first time in 27 years brought excitement, celebrity sightings, and political headlines as Donald Trump attended Game 3 between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs. Fans endured heightened security and long entry lines before watching New York suffer a 115-111 loss, ending the Knicks’ 13-game postseason winning streak and marking their first defeat since April. Trump received loud boos from sections of the crowd when he appeared on the arena video board during the national anthem. Shortly afterward, San Antonio seized momentum behind Victor Wembanyama,…

In an era where ownership and innovation have become the ultimate currency, Summer Grays is quietly building an empire that stretches from healthcare to technology and media. The Indiana-based entrepreneur has established herself as a formidable business leader through her work as founder and owner of Summer G Medical Groups, where she oversees a multi-million-dollar hospice care network serving communities throughout the state. While healthcare may seem worlds apart from entertainment and technology, Grays has approached each venture with the same entrepreneurial mindset: identify a need, create a solution, and build something that serves people. That philosophy led to the…