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Inside Tems’ Journey to Becoming the First African Female Artist Credited on a Diamond-Certified Single in the U.S.

Tems did not need to change her sound to become a part of American popular music. Instead, a song she had written and produced years earlier became the emotional backbone of one of the biggest hip-hop...

From Playground Criticism to the World Cup: How Jérémy Doku Turned Doubt Into Success 

Jérémy Doku’s story did not start with applause; it began with complaints. Long before he became one of Belgium’s most dangerous wingers, before Manchester City recognized his talent, and before...

Jermaine Dupri Files $18M Royalty Lawsuit Against Sony Music

What is Jermaine Dupri’s Lawsuit Against Sony Music about? Jermaine Dupri, a Grammy-winning producer, songwriter, and founder of So So Def, has filed an $18 million lawsuit against Sony Music...

50 Cent Reportedly Set to Perform at Donald Trump Jr.’s Exclusive D.C. Club

In a development that has drawn both cultural and political interest ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations, Grammy-winning rapper 50 Cent is set to perform at Executive Branch. This is...

The Inspiring Stories Behind Some of America’s Most Influential Black Entertainers

For generations, Black entertainers in America have turned challenges into art. They have paved the way for cultural breakthroughs that still resonate today. From the vaudeville stages of the early...

Obamas’ Higher Ground Signs Disney Deal After Netflix Partnership Ends

Barack and Michelle Obama’s production company, Higher Ground, has signed a multi-year deal with The Walt Disney Company. This follows the end of its landmark partnership with Netflix. The new...

Quinta Brunson Signs Five-Year 20th Television Deal, Moves Production Company to Disney

Quinta Brunson, the creator, star, and executive producer of Abbott Elementary, has signed a new five-year overall deal with 20th Television, part of The Walt Disney Company. This agreement moves her...

Jennifer Lopez Gets Emotional Reflecting on the Film That Changed Her Life Amid Ben Affleck’s Divorce

Jennifer Lopez, the talented singer, actress, and cultural figure, shared her feelings this week in a conversation that resonated across Hollywood and with fans around the globe. As she navigates her...

Jay-Z Announces ‘Jay-Z 30’ Anniversary Concerts in Paris and Los Angeles to Celebrate Three Decades of Music

In a week filled with excitement across the music world, Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter has announced two major stadium concerts in Paris and Los Angeles, grouped together as “Jay-Z 30.” These shows are...