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Pusha T & Jay-Z Release New Pharrell-Produced Collab ‘Neck and Wrist’: Listen
Pusha T and Jay-Z released their all-new single “Neck and Wrist” first thing Wednesday (April 5). Teasing the song by quoting what appears to be a lyric by Jay-Z, Pusha T wrote on Instagram and Twitter, “‘We got different Saab stories, save your soliloquies…’ – Hov.” The track, produced by Pharrell, comes less than a week after Pusha T shared an Instagram photo posing with the hitmaker. “You ain’t got emeralds greener, you ain’t got Richard to sleeve ya… and I got a Rolls that’s in the grove that I ain’t drove, sh– I don’t know the reason,” he captioned the post. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “Neck and Wrist” also comes just days after the Friday release of Pusha T’s new EP, G.O.O.D. — a 25-minute, five-track project complete with featur...
Snoop Dogg Releases First Metaverse Music Video With ‘House I Built’: ‘It’s About Keeping It Real’
Thanks to his track “House I Built,” new Death Row Records owner Snoop Dogg has released the first-ever virtual music video produced in the Sandbox Metaverse. The Sandbox and Animoca Brands announced the news Thursday. Later this year, Snoop Dogg will helm his debut Metaverse concert, also in The Sandbox. His tune “House I Built” appears on his latest album, BODR, which dropped via Death Row Records in February. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The Dogg appears as a voxel avatar in the visual, which features Blondish along with Steve Aoki and was created using VoxEdit and Game Maker, The Sandbox’s free user-generated content creation tools. Snoop Dogg said in a statement, “The ‘House I Built’ track draws a parallel between how I’ve const...
8 Best Moments From 2022 NAACP Image Awards
Hosted by black-ish star Anthony Anderson for the ninth time, and with recurring appearances by his mom, the 53rd NAACP Image Awards aired on Saturday (Feb. 26) at 8 p.m. ET/PT. The ceremony, with many nominees and presenters attending virtually, was complete with a performance by Queen of Hip-Hop Soul Mary J. Blige. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The NAACP Image Awards were jam-packed with fan-favorite presenters including Kerry Washington, LL Cool J, Issa Rae, Michael Strahan, Morgan Freeman, Paula Patton, Questlove, Simu Liu, Tiffany Haddish and Zendaya. Award-winner Rae quipped that she should host the show next year. Non-televised winners were announced earlier this week, including Daniel Kaluuya and Regina King, who respectively won for ...
Jay-Z, Meek Mill, Lil Baby & Michael Rubin’s Fanatics Acquire ‘True Classic’ Lifestyle Brand Mitchell & Ness
Jay-Z, Meek Mill, Lil Baby, Maverick Carter, Fanatics, the D’Amelio family and more have officially acquired iconic lifestyle brand Mitchell & Ness from former owner Juggernaut Capital Partners. The announcement came early Friday (Feb. 18). “Fashion is cyclical, but classics are forever,” Jay-Z said in a statement. “Mitchell & Ness is a true classic. I was an early adopter of this brand, as well as a part of a departure from athletic wear. I’m proud to play a small role in bringing it back, and in some cases, introducing the authenticity and quality of the Mitchell & Ness brand to a new generation.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Founded in 1904, Mitchell & Ness remains a go-to shopping hub for nostalgic sports jerseys, license...
Jack Harlow Returns With ‘Nail Tech’ & Yung Miami Stuns in the Music Video: Watch
Jack Harlow returns with his first solo single since 2020’s “Tyler Herro.” The hitmaker released his all-new song “Nail Tech” and its accompanying music video at midnight Friday (Feb. 18). He teased a snippet from the video via Instagram on Thursday, just hours before its release. In the 13-second shot, Harlow is seen walking into an upscale nail salon with surprise guest Yung Miami following closely behind him. “Nail Tech…tonight at midnight EST…I CANT WAIT,” he captioned his post. Also exciting for Harlow, he announced a partnership with New Balance ahead of the new single’s debut. The rapper will serve as brand ambassador for the sneaker line and debuted a new basketball shoe during Thursday’s Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game in Cleveland. Explore See latest videos, charts ...
Pusha T Releases ‘Diet Coke’ After Collaborating With Ye: Stream It Now
Pusha T‘s new song “Diet Coke,” produced by Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) and 88-Keys, is out now. The track, which dropped at midnight Tuesday (Feb. 8), comes after Pusha T and his manager Steven Victor teased it early Monday. Victor began the song’s rollout by sharing a clip from the black-and-white music video with no caption. In the snippet, Pusha is seen rapping as Ye grooves to the beat in the background. “Imaginary players ain’t been coached right/ Master recipes under stove lights/ The number on this jersey is the quote price/ You ordered Diet Coke, that’s a joke, right?/ Everybody get it off the boat, right?” The song’s lyrics, which were released before the tune, continue, “But only I can really have a snow fight/ Detroit n—a challenge, what’s your dope like?/ If your Benz bi...
Kem & Babyface to Embark on The Full Circle Tour With Host Sherri Shepherd
R&B legends Kem and Babyface are teaming up to hit the road together, and as an added bonus, longtime comedian Sherri Shepherd is set to host the musical festivities at each U.S. city. Beginning March 30 at the Virginia State University Center, Kem and collaborator Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds are set to make 26 stops nationwide as part of The Full Circle Tour, named after Kem’s upcoming extended play titled Full Circle. With highly anticipated performances in major cities including Baltimore, New Orleans, Atlanta, Orlando, Houston, Detroit, Las Vegas and Los Angeles, The Full Circle Tour is scheduled to culminate at the Oakland Arena in California on May 15. Tickets will be available for purchase via Ticketmaster with a presale starting on Jan. 26. General on sale begins on Jan. 28. ...
Watch Key Glock Honor Late Friend Young Dolph in New ‘Proud’ Music Video
The late Young Dolph is being honored by his longtime friend and collaborator Key Glock two months after his death. On Tuesday, Key Glock released a music video for his all-new track “Proud.” The single is set to be released on the upcoming Young Dolph tribute album Paper Route Empire Presents: Long Live Dolph (Compilation), slated to be released Friday. Key Glock opens his heartfelt new song “Proud” rapping, “І lоѕt mу dоg, І lоѕt mу mіnd/ Nо lіе, І’m rеаllу lоѕt іnѕіdе/ І саn gеt іt bасk іn blооd/ Вut ѕtіll І саn’t gеt bасk thе tіmе/ F— thаt humblе ѕh–, lеt’ѕ gо/ Yоu knоw І’m ѕраzzіn’ оut ’bоut mіnе/ І gоt Dоlрh lооkіn’ dоwn оn mе.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news In the accompanying music video, Key Glock raps in front of a memoria...
Fat Joe Asks ‘Everyone That Has a Heart’ to Donate to Bronx Apartment Fire Relief Fund
New York native Fat Joe is giving back after the tragic fire that took place in the Bronx on Sunday. On Tuesday (Jan. 11), the hip-hop veteran announced that he teamed up with the Mayor’s Fund to Advance New York City to launch a relief fundraiser benefiting those impacted by the fire, which set the Twin Parks North West building ablaze and left 19 people dead and 32 with life-threatening injuries. In addition to his own financial contribution, Fat Joe has called upon his longtime collaborators Jay-Z and DJ Khaled to donate. Individuals can also support the cause by donating online at the official Mayor’s Fund website. Explore Explore Fat Joe See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Twin Parks North West is an affordable housing complex with 120 units in the Fo...
Jack Harlow Honored With His Own Day in Louisville Hometown
Jack Harlow is entering the new year with a new honor. On Monday, the Grammy-nominated artist revealed that Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer named Dec. 28 Jack Harlow Day in the rapper’s Kentucky hometown. Harlow shared the news by posting a photo of his honorary plaque on Instagram. With a fun reference to his 2020 Billboard Hot 100 top 10 hit “Whats Poppin,” the plate reads, “For answering, once and for all, that what’s poppin’ is Louisville when it comes to talent that makes it bigger than big, but doesn’t forget the ‘home’ in hometown or homegrown. The rapper’s way with words and beats has earned him untold fans, chart-topping releases and an ability to give back in meaningful ways, and he does.” The honorary plaque concludes, “Our city is excited and proud to observe December 28, 2021, a...
Daft Punk Returns to No. 1 on Top Dance/Electronic Albums Chart With ‘Tron: Legacy’
Daft Punk re-enters Billboard‘s Top Dance/Electronic Albums chart (dated Dec. 25) at No. 1 with its Tron: Legacy soundtrack, following the release of its Target exclusive blue/clear vinyl edition. The set registered 10,000 equivalent album units in the Dec. 10-16 tracking week, up 1,364%, with nearly all (94%) from physical sales, according to MRC Data. It’s the 11th total week at No. 1 for Tron, and its first since April 30, 2011. In its first chart run, the soundtrack to the hit 2010 sci-fi film debuted atop the chart dated exactly 11 years ago this week (Dec. 25, 2010). Among 10 career entries on the chart, the now-defunct French duo owns six No. 1s, the most of any duo or group, and trails only Louie DeVito and Lady Gaga, each with seven toppers, dating to the chart’s 2001 inception. [...
D Smoke Provides Gifts & Caroling to L.A. Foster Youth Ahead of War & Wonders Tour: ‘It Was Magical’
Ahead of his debut North American War & Wonders Tour, which launches Jan. 11 in San Diego, Grammy-nominated rapper and Rhythm + Flow inaugural champion D Smoke is wrapping up an incredible year by giving back to younger people in need. On Saturday (Dec. 18), the Inglewood, California, native and former high school teacher hosted a Reimagining CommUNITY During the Holidays event, in partnership with CASA of Los Angeles, Crete Academy and Cancel The Contract: Antelope Valley. Explore See latest videos, charts and news During the heartwarming festivities, D Smoke and his his wife, Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and violinist Angelina Sherie, were joined by their parents and pet dog, along with local Crete Academy elementary school students, to sing Christmas carols for South Central L...
