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 On this day, Prince released Controversy, LL Cool J dropped Phenomenon, Gravediggaz delivered their second album and Mase scored a major hit for Bad Boy’s “shiny suit” era with “Feels So Good.”1981: Prince stirs up Controversy With his fourth release, Controversy, Prince continued to explore the pop-synth sound of its predecessor, Dirty Mind. The album remains among the music icon’s most defining, as he broached heavy topics over danceable funk-laced jams. The title track is a prime example: “Do I believe in god, do I believe in me? / Some people want to die so they can be free / I said life is just a game, we’re all just…

Constantin Films / Sony Pictures Entertainment / Resident Evil Zach Cregger dropped the first trailer for his Resident Evil movie, and boy, did the internet have a lot to say. Honestly, it’s a clear example of a fanbase that doesn’t deserve nice things. Resident Evil is one of the most beloved video game franchises on the planet, and most recently enjoyed a groundswell of love from gamers following the release of Resident Evil: Requiem What should come as no surprise to anyone: Resident Evil made its way to Hollywood, sparking multiple films and sequels, but we have to be honest, the movies…

Colman Domingo had Temple graduates emotional after revealing how a summer program changed his life before Hollywood fame. Colman Domingo may have delivered one of the most emotional commencement speeches Temple University has seen in years and now people in Philadelphia are saying the Oscar nominated actor didn’t just receive an honorary doctorate… he practically became the mayor of the moment. According to a person in attendance at Wednesday’s commencement ceremony, Dr. Domingo had the Liacouras Center fully locked in from the second he hit the stage. The West Philadelphia native returned to Temple University to receive an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters…

The fourth album from Prince, Controversy, arrived in 1981, just one year after his third album, Dirty Mind. The album peaked at no. 21 on the Billboard 200, faring better on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, landing at no. 3. It fared better in sales than its predecessor, becoming Prince’s second album to go platinum, following the success of his self-title sophomore album in 1979.Controversy is an important accent in Prince’s vast catalog, as it shows glimpses of the crossover superstardom that would greet him just three years later with the massive success of the Purple Rain soundtrack. Like on most of his works, Prince…

Comedian, actress, and radio personality Jess Hilarious has officially hit the Amazon Best Seller list with her debut book ’Til Death Do We Parent: Raising My Kid With His Dad, marking a major new chapter in her career beyond comedy and broadcast. Released April 28, 2026, the book has quickly gained traction for its unfiltered and humorous take on co-parenting, pulling directly from Jess’ personal experience navigating life after a relationship while raising a child with a former partner. The project connects with readers through its honesty, offering a grounded look at modern family dynamics, growth, and accountability. Known for…

Drake revealed via Instagram that Iceman: Episode 4 premieres May 14, 2026. The livestream event serves as the final prelude to his ninth studio album, Iceman, dropping May 15. Also, Drake Related has been frozen over. The website for everything The Boy is now completely covered in ice. The website, a hub for merch and more, and designed after his home, The Embassy, is completely frozen over. Drake’s website “Drake Related” has been updated for ‘ICEMAN’ 🥶The site, modeled after his Toronto home, The Embassy, now appears frozen over as users navigate through different locations on the property. pic.twitter.com/aviTZyR2gd— Kurrco…

Image Image Credit Paras Griffin / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Rapper Pooh Shiesty performs onstage during 2021 Shiesty Season Spring Fest at Central Station on April 11, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Pooh Shiesty is rebuilding his rap career after serving three years in federal prison. His new single “FDO” hit No. 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, marking a strong return. A new collaboration with GloRilla is generating buzz and signaling his creative momentum. Memphis rapper Pooh Shiesty walked out of federal prison in October 2025 after serving three years of a…

Source: Kevin Dietsch / Getty On the most recent episode of NBC’s Meet The Press Sunday (May 3), Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche made remarks that had observers looking at him sideways. He was talking about the Trump administration’s push for a national voter identification and used a weird analogy. “There’s a lot of things that we can be doing like voter ID, like every time you walk into a restaurant or a club you have to show your ID,” Blanche said to host Kristin Welker, adding: “How about you have to show your ID to vote? That’s not…

On this day, Digital Underground brings the funk and nothing but the funk, Xzibit releases his debut project At the Speed of Light and LL Cool J reaches a milestone with his album 10. Also, Tito Jackson, Eric Benét, Keyshia Cole and Ginuwine celebrate birthdays. Check it out below.1991 – Digital Underground Gets Funky With George Clinton on Sons of the POn this day, Digital Underground released their second album Sons of the P, a follow-up to their multiplatinum debut effort Sex Packets. Much of the music on the LP was overtly inspired by Parliament-Funkadelic, including the lead single, “Kiss…

Rising Philadelphia rapper Worldwide JP is keeping his momentum alive with the release of the deluxe edition of Make The World P Again, a project that has continued gaining attention across the tri-state area and beyond as we speak. Known for his punchline-heavy delivery and motivating energy, Worldwide JP has quickly become one of the most talked-about emerging artists connected to the new wave coming out of Philadelphia. The deluxe release builds on the growing buzz surrounding the original tape, giving fans additional music while expanding the sound and personality that helped the project start circulating online. With fan-favorites like…