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The Game’s $1 Million Pledge to Flint
The Game is showing us how it’s done with his $1 million pledge to help the people in Flint, Michigan. This is important, because the rapper is setting a standard for how black celebrities, entertainers—all of us—should give back to our communities. He made the announcement on Instagram, with a donation on behalf of his charity, the Robin Hood Project. This amounts to the revenue from the first 11 shows of his European tour. And for The Game, it’s personal, since his younger sister and her children live in the city, which has been hit hard by a water crisis where residents have been drinking lead-poisoned water for two…
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Naughty By Nature Using Kickstarter to Fund New Album for 25th Anniversary
Naughty By Nature are celebrating their 25th anniversary by putting out a new album and tour, and rappers Treach and Vin Rock in addition to producer Kay Gee are seeking funding from fans via Kickstarter. The group explained that “Kickstarter ensures that we will be able to have complete creative control over our new music,” adding, “We will be able to do it the way that we want. More than anything we want to deliver a fresh new EP that also has that classic Naughty vibe. It has been years since we’ve all been in the studio together and the process of working on these songs has been really exciting creatively.”…
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Tyra Banks Announces Arrival of “Miracle Baby Boy”
Tyra Banks made a surprise announcement on Instagram, as the supermodel revealed that she and her Norwegian photographer boyfriend Erik Asia welcomed a baby boy via a gestational surrogate. Tyra had kept quiet about planning a family with her boyfriend, so fans were surprised when she made the baby annoucement. Tyra told fans, “The best present we worked and prayed so hard for is finally here. He’s got my fingers and big eyes and his daddy Erik’s mouth and chin. “She added, “As we thank the angel of a woman that carried our miracle baby boy for us, we pray for everyone who struggles to reach this joyous milestone. York…
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Little Women: Atlanta Premieres in BIG way
Who knew that little people having arguments about welfare checks, baby daddies, and twerking would attract so many viewers? Lifetime’s latest installment in their Little Women franchise, Little Women: Atlanta, raked in 1.3 million viewers during its premiere episode Wednesday night! The new series, which follows Little Women: LA (now in its fourth season) in its Wednesday time slot, showcases six new little women living in the Atlanta area. But their geographic location isn’t the only difference between this cast and LA or even New York, for that matter. Atlanta’s cast seemed to light virtual firecrackers right out of the gate with its viscous in-fighting, dramatic pregnancy news, and of…
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LL Cool J Presented with Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Ladies and men alike have loved LL Cool J for his pop-rap rhymes since the mid 80’s, so it was only right he was recognized by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce for his unsurpassed success in the music industry. The hip-hop pioneer and NCIS: Los Angeles star – born James Todd Smith – was joined by Queen Latifah and Sean “Diddy” Combs as he was presented with the Walk of Fame‘s 2,571st star Thursday morning. “I’m grateful, this is pretty big for me,” LL told KCAL9 reporter Suzanne Marques. LL Cool J is the first rap artist to ever have ten consecutive platinum-plus selling albums. He’s currently scheduled to host the 2016 GRAMMY…
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#News: Cap 1 Shot Twice In ATL
2 Chainz affiliate Cap 1 survived a barrage of bullets early this morning in Atlanta, Ga. Little is known about the incident as of yet besides the information Cap 1 has released through his social media accounts. The rapper uploaded a photo around 3 a.m. EST of him with a friend as he laid in a hospital bed, captioning it “P***y n***as shot at me 10 times and hit me twice , but whn it’s not your time nothing can stop Gods plan!” According to the video above Cap 1 drove himself to the hospital after he was shot in his right leg and left hand. SOURCE: VLADTV I personally…
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Project Pat and Juicy J to start MoneyTrain DJs Worldwide
Brothers, Project Pat and Juicy J to start MoneyTrain DJs Worldwide Moneytrain Management, owned and operated by brothers Project Pat and Juicy J, to start MoneyTrain DJs Worldwide. For years and still today, DJs have been the backbone of the music industry. “Our goal with MoneyTrain DJs is to bridge the communication gap between MoneyTrain artist and DJs across the globe”, states Project Pat. MoneyTrain DJs will not operate as a coalition but as a team. “Every DJ that has supported us over the years, is a MoneyTrain DJ to me”, States Juicy J. DJs deserve to be told thank you and made to feel appreciated. That is exactly what brothers Project Pat and Juicy J plan…
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Jada Pinkett Smith & Spike Lee Plan to Boycott Oscars
The Academy Awards is under fire for yet another year due to the nominees continued lack of diversity. While some shrugged off the snubs for the 2016 Oscars, others like Jada Pinkett Smith and Spike Lee have decided to forgo the event altogether. “With much respect in the midst of deep disappointment,” Jada wrote on her Facebook page, “At the Oscars…people of color are always welcomed to give out awards…even entertain, but we are rarely recognized for our artistic accomplishments. Should people of color refrain from participating all together?” She then went on to post a video today, asking “is it time that people of color recognize how much power [and]…
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@ItsVain Invades #DempWeek19
V.A.I.N.(Verbal Assault Is Nasty ) is a rap recording artist who was born and raised in Queens, NYC. Vain grew up under the musical influences of his parents, who were lifelong musicians, and the rich hip hop environment of NYC In an effort to expand his fan base and overall exposure he has recently begun touring the south, ensuring that his presence is known. VAIN has a catalog of over 500 Hip hop songs, and numerous mixtapes. He’s had the privilege of collaborating with many other talented artists in the industry on songs/videos including: Lil Mo (Break Up 2 Make Up), Slim from 112 (All the Good Girls), Fabolous & Ryan…
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Big Daddy Kane Returns to Acting
Since 1993 Big Daddy Kane has shown us another side of him with his impressive acting chops. The Bedford-Stuyvesant legend has appeared in a handful of films since then, including 2011’s Dave Chappelle’s Block Party, where he played himself. Today we’ve received word the hip-hop heavyweight will appear on the big screen once again, this time alongside a number of award-winning actors and actresses. Originally named Daughter of God, Exposed tells the story of a detective (played by Keanu Reeves) who is bent on figuring out what led to the death of his partner. There’s no word yet on who Big Daddy Kane – born Antonio Hardy – will portray, but…
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