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R&B legend and Mint Condition frontman Stokley has returned with a compelling new single, “Need Love,” now available on all digital platforms via his independent BluRaffe Ent. The track marks a significant evolution for the Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, serving as a soulful commentary on the modern social climate. Characterized by Stokley’s signature vocal agility and a lush, percussive arrangement, “Need Love” moves beyond traditional romance to address a universal human necessity. In “Need Love,” Stokley explores the emotional toll of isolation and the fast-paced nature of the digital age. The song’s lyrics advocate for patience, connection, and the…

The media world lost one of its true architects as Ted Turner, the visionary founder of CNN, passed away at the age of 87. His death marks the end of a transformative era in journalism, one that reshaped how the world consumes news in real time. Turner, born Robert Edward Turner III in 1938, built his legacy on bold ideas and an even bolder willingness to execute them. After taking over his father’s billboard business in the 1960s, he expanded it into what would become Turner Broadcasting System, laying the groundwork for a media empire that would eventually include CNN, TNT, TBS, and…

This is a guest editorial by Reshaun Finkley, an attorney at Townsend & Lockett. Finkley has worked with numerous recording industry artists and musicians. He can be reached at reshaun.finkley@townsendlockett.com. For years, the music industry has lived largely on the 360 deal. This exclusive contract between a label and an artist has allowed labels to take a share of an artist’s revenue from music, merchandise sales, TV appearances, concerts, publishing, and even ringtones. Basically, the 360 deal means the label gets a piece of everything. And for the longest time, artists didn’t seem to mind. JAY Z got a reported…

Image Image Credit Christopher Polk / Contributor’s via Getty Images Image Alt Chxrry22 at Billboard Presents The Stage at SXSW held at the The Four Seasons on March 14, 2024, in Austin, Texas Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: As XO Records’ first female artist, Chxrry is helping redefine the label’s R&B sound. Her music explores themes of heartbreak, power and identity with a Toronto edge. The list spans her early singles to recent drops, showing her growth and versatility. R&B’s future is in good hands — at least as long as Chxrry is around. The Toronto native, who first introduced…

Lil Uzi Vert surprisingly reveals that you can rob him with mayonnaise.With the right condiment, you might be able to mug Lil Uzi Vert. In a viral video that was posted on Wednesday (May 6), Instagram personality deeswishh briefly chopped it up with Uzi who gave a weird answer to one of his questions.In the clip, which can be viewed below, the Philadelphia rapper shared details of his fit, including his cool Louis Vuitton sneakers. Then he was asked, “What’s something we can’t tell by looking at him?” That’s when Uzi revealed that he could be robbed with a sandwich…

Source: David Dee Delgado / Getty The New York City borough that gave birth to Hip-Hop, the Bronx, will now be home to the first high school dedicated to the craft. The Bronx School of Hip-Hop will officially welcome its first class of ninth-graders this fall, one of five throughout the city that will open its doors. The school was first approved by the city’s Panel of Educational Policy last December and will open in the Claremont neighborhood. “Hip-Hop reflects the brilliance of our students, their potential, and while the world has profited off Hip-Hop … it’s time for our…

Megan Thee Stallion’s secret isn’t viral moments, it’s building genuine connections that turn followers into loyal customers. Megan Thee Stallion just dropped a philosophy that contradicts everything the internet tells you about building a following: being seen isn’t the goal. Understanding is. While everyone’s obsessed with viral moments and engagement metrics, she’s been operating on a completely different playbook that’s made her nearly 75 million social media followers actually care about what she does next. The distinction she makes is simple but powerful. “People share things for the sake of being seen versus being understood,” she explained in Entrepreneur’s May…

Rated R&B is bringing you the most essential releases this week. From the traditional R&B that purists love to the boundary-pushing sounds of the alt-R&B scene, this new music roundup keeps its pulse on the essence of R&B. Dive into it below. Durand Bernarr – BERNARR. [album] Grammy-winning singer Durand Bernarr’s fourth album, BERNARR., is a celebration of legacy, identity and transformation. “BERNARR. is me honoring where I come from while fully stepping into who I am today,” he shares. “My father gave me the foundation, my village gave me the language and every collaborator on this album helped me…

Yella Yella’s return to music has all the makings of clarity, confidence, and purpose. Her latest track, “Perfect,” is her way of defining herself through growth, reflection, and an undeniable connection with her fan base. For Yella Yella, music has never been something she has walked away from on an emotional level, despite her hiatus. Music has been with her all this time, and she has been nurturing it on her own. What has changed this time is her intention to share her music with the world rather than hold on to it. This is what has led to the…

Source: Spencer Platt / Getty An NYPD captain learned quickly that talking spicy while on duty can come with consequences. The badge talked recklessly about the NYC Mayor and it came back to bite him. As spotted on The Gothamist, Capt. James Wilson was transferred after he was seen on video criticizing New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani while working the scene of an anti-immigration enforcement protest in Bushwick, Brooklyn over the weekend. According to the report, Wilson was moved on Monday to the NYPD’s communications division at a 911 call center in The Bronx. The video in question shows Wilson…