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Source: Steve Eichner / Getty Serena Williams has retired from the tennis, a sport she dominated for more than two decades. But in a new ESPN docuseries that premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival, Williams says her toughest opponents were racism – and her older sister, Venus. In the Arena: Serena Williams debuts on July 10, just before she becomes the fourth woman to host the ESPYS on July 11. […]

Source: Michael Buckner / Getty Berry Gordy. Quincy Jones. Teddy Riley. Jam & Lewis… These are just some of the producers that helped shape how we listen to (and learn from) music. Throughout history, these names and more not only make hit records for some of the greats in Black music but also revolutionized and shaped our lives’ soundtrack for many generations. From the names you know to some that […]

Source: Michael Buckner / Getty Berry Gordy. Quincy Jones. Teddy Riley. Jam & Lewis… These are just some of the producers that helped shape how we listen to (and learn from) music. Throughout history, these names and more not only make hit records for some of the greats in Black music but also revolutionized and shaped our lives’ soundtrack for many generations. From the names you know to some that […]

Source: WWD / Getty Many of us have seen it so many times that we can quote him word-for-word. Eddie Murphy’s classic 1987 standup special known to the world simply as Raw, the highest-grossing stand-up comedy concert film of all time, includes a particularly standout bit that’s since become known as “HALF.” The Hollywood icon goes on a roll about the concept of women “taking half” from their spouses in […]

Source: Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage / Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage “Ohhhh, got that nani nani nani”… Does looking at these lyrics ring any bells? Bay Area-Native Saweetie (30) admitted that her newest single ‘Nani’ was originally inspired by Foxy Brown’s classic ‘Ill Na Na’. Source: Scott Gries / Getty “At first we had a different word for “nani”, and I was like you know what—I love Foxy Brown…she [did] Ill Na Na…what if we […]

Source: Bennett Raglin / Getty The Songwriters Hall of Fame’s 53rd Annual Induction and Awards Dinner illuminated New York City with a celebration that honored the extraordinary contributions of some of the most iconic songwriters in the music industry. This year’s event was particularly momentous with a lineup of presenters and performers that showcased Black excellence in music, including Timbaland, Missy Elliott, El Debarge, Nile Rodgers, El DeBarge and Deniece […]

Source: Paul Bruinooge / Getty Well, it looks like R&B singer Ella Mai has plenty of reason to celebrate. Not only did her NBA boo (and DUKE alum!) Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics snagged the franchise’s 18th NBA Championship, but it looks like the couple may have a little one on the way! Last night (June 17), the “Boo’d Up” songstress popped out to join the celebration after the Celtics beat […]

As we celebrate Kendrick Lamar’s 37th birthday, it’s a fitting time to reflect on the monumental impact he’s had on the world of music and beyond. Hailing from Compton, California, Kendrick has transformed the hip-hop landscape with his profound lyrics, storytelling prowess, and innovative soundscapes. From his early days with *Section.80* to the Pulitzer Prize-winning *DAMN.*, Kendrick’s discography is a testament to his artistic evolution and social consciousness. This specially […]