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Here we go. A recent exposé by Business Insider journalists Jack Newsham and Katherine Long has revealed that high-profile artists, including Lil Wayne, Chris Brown, and Marshmello, misused millions in government-issued COVID-19 relief funds. These funds, provided through the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) program, were originally intended to support struggling venues and artists impacted […]
Here we go. A recent exposé by Business Insider journalists Jack Newsham and Katherine Long has revealed that high-profile artists, including Lil Wayne, Chris Brown, and Marshmello, misused millions in government-issued COVID-19 relief funds. These funds, provided through the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) program, were originally intended to support struggling venues and artists impacted […]
R&B icon Montell Jordan, best known for his 1995 smash hit “This Is How We Do It,” recently shared his victorious journey of overcoming prostate cancer. Speaking with TMZ Hip-Hop, Jordan emphasized the importance of early detection and credited his faith for guiding him through the ordeal. “You wanna catch it before it catches you,” […]
During the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government issued the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant law to help keep the recording industry afloat after performing live — one of the industry’s main sources of income — became impossible due to live venues being shut down. However, in a new report from Business Insider, several entertainers, including […]
The Weeknd is setting the table for a massive 2025. His upcoming album, Hurry Up Tomorrow, is set for release on January 24. His movie based on the album, starring Jenna Ortega and Barry Keoghan, is also gearing up for a 2025 release. It turns out he has even more than that in store. On […]
The luxe-ification of adidas’ signature sneakers continues, once again hitting the German brand’s Stan Smith court shoe. The adidas Stan Smith Lux simplifies an already minimal sneaker design and decks it out in the sportswear giant’s premium fabrics. Shop The adidas Stan Smith Lux Here Thick, supple leather is utilized for the black sneaker with […]
12/18/2024 Another year of calm, cool and sexy in the R&B department. 12/18/2024 From left: Chris Brown, Leon Thomas and Muni Long Illustration by Mara Ocejo Though rap was at the forefront of conversations this year because of high-profile feuds, WWE-style storylines and shocking lawsuits, R&B kept things calm, smooth and sexy with some of […]
Jack Antonoff has worked with some of the biggest names in pop and indie, including Taylor Swift, Lana Del Rey, and Lorde. The Bleachers founder also has production credit on four tracks from Sabrina Carpenter‘s Short N’ Sweet, including No. 1 hit “Please Please Please” and “Slim Pickins,” and on Tuesday, he was joined by […]
Nike’s Air Jordan 12 sneaker is ending its year the right way — with a fruit-flavored drop known as the “Blueberry” 12s. Like the Cherry 12s that rereleased last year, the Air Jordan 12 “Blueberry” sneaker follows similar colorblocking, except with a juicy Game Royal Blue and White shading. Shop Air Jordan 12 “Blueberry” The […]
Jody Gerson, chairman/CEO of Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG), is set to receive the 2025 Grammy Salute to Industry Icons honor at The Recording Academy and Clive Davis‘ annual Pre-Grammy Gala, which will be held on Saturday, Feb. 1, the night before the 67th Annual Grammy Awards. This is the 50th anniversary of the high-profile […]