Brandy Responds to Jack Harlow with Diss on His Own Track

In a recent HOT 97 interview, Jack Harlow admitted he didn't know Brandy and Ray J were related. Social media users flamed Jack for the blunder, blaming it on youth, lack of industry awareness, or culture-vulture activity. Brandy even responded via Tweet: Today, Brandy made good on her promise to lyrically murk Harlow by…

ByFelicia KebreauMay 25, 20220Comments

Entertainment

From Silk Sonic’s Clean Sweep to Jazmine Sullivan’s First Grammy, The 2022 Grammys Were Black Excellence

The 64th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony was held last night at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. The award show was hosted by Trevor Noah (again) and featured performances from Lil Nas X, Nas, and Jon Batiste. The 2022 Grammys was the place for many first wins for Black musicians from SZA, to…

ByEvaline GachiiApril 4, 20220Comments

Music

The South Has Something to Say With These Female Artists

Throughout recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number of female rappers. Each artist has a unique flair that perfectly matches their personality and style. However, when it comes to the rise of female rappers, the South is making a lot of noise. You can't help but admire their vivid enthusiasm, which…

ByKirsten FordFebruary 23, 20220Comments

Saweetie is an artist that should never be slept on.

Music

Why You Shouldn’t Sleep on Saweetie

Photo courtesy Instagram (@brandonalmengo) In 2017, a new sound emerged from the speakers of the West Coast with an unmatched frequency that commanded the attention of the music industry. Queued in every car and club across the nation, “ICY GRL” was an anthemic ode to the women who reveled in their beauty and always kept…

ByMia UzzellJuly 9, 20200Comments

Interview

Meet Up-and-Coming Rapper Deetranada as We Talk Women in Hip-Hop, Empowerment, and More!

Deetranada serves as one of the most spirited voices in Baltimore’s rap scene. Her ability to emotionally connect with an audience and capture the ear allows the 18-year-old artist to stand out amongst other emerging talents. As a youth, she dedicated herself to writing down raps and constructing her lyrical cadences at talent shows and…

BySubmissionsJanuary 17, 20200Comments

Albums Music Music Videos

6 Songs You Must Listen To This Week

Each week we compose a list of newly released songs that we think you should hear. Here are some of the best releases you may have missed this week! Don’t forget who put you on! Holy Terrain // FKA Twigs feat. Future 2019 is full of surprising and almost uncanny musical collaborations. FKA Twigs and Future…

ByBianca PaulinoSeptember 16, 20190Comments

Art and Culture

Did ‘Diary of a Video Vixen’ Influence the #MeToo Movement?

Women’s voices have become more vocal over the last 19 years. The #MeToo movement has helped spread the message of the frequency in which sexual assault occurs. While the movement originally started in 2006 by Tarana Burke; there have been other factors that contributed to an enviroment where women felt it was okay to speak…

ByNyankaMarch 17, 20190Comments

Music

Goldlink Talks Universal Blackness & Premiers New Music

Goldlink, accompanied by live drums, saxophone player, and guitarists, shared new pieces with the crowd yesterday at a listening session at Twitter’s NYC Headquarters. In a plain white tee, slacks, and some super comfy socks and slippers the DMV rapper flowed effortlessly bouncing from track to track. Topics ranged from killing each other over ‘hoods,…

ByNyankaFebruary 27, 20190Comments

Music

Sean Paul and Stefflon Don Collab on New Single, “Shot & Wine”

Sean Paul and Stefflon Don have done it again! Any time these two link up on a track, you can expect a track that sounds like a good time. Three days ago, they released 'Shot & Wine'. The track follows the rhythm of the islands, as it usually does when it comes to both artists.…

ByBianca PaulinoJanuary 20, 20190Comments

Music

Forbes Picks Nasty: Rico Nasty’s Aggressive Edge Lands Her on Forbes 30 Under 30 Music

If You Haven’t Heard Rico Nasty, You’ve Probably Been Hiding in a Cave Somewhere. It would be a surprise to many that the 21-year-old rapper has found her way on the Forbes 30 under 30 Music for 2019. For those who are fans of Rico's loud and angry raps, it’s no surprise that Rico has made the…

ByNyankaDecember 1, 20181Comment

Music

Misogyny, Hypersexual Double Standards, and Sexism are Delaying Leikeli47’s Success

Despite challenges in the Music industry, women in Rap are thriving The space is bigger than ever and feels oddly similar to how the ’90s were in terms of visibility. The likes of Tierra Whack, Rico Nasty, Kash Doll and more are either on the edge of gaining their moment or have already had their…

ByNicolas ScottNovember 29, 20180Comments

Music

Thutmose Delivers Heat With Debut Project ‘Man On Fire’

Thutmose delivers nothing but heat on his latest release Man On Fire mixtape. The 15 track project is packed with uptempo beats and tracks that are an enticing mix of hip-hop and dance vibes. The Nigerian born, Brooklyn raised rapper manages to deliver catchy hooks, lyricism, and hypnotizing beats. This project is well rounded and…

ByNyankaOctober 26, 20180Comments

Brandy Responds to Jack Harlow with Diss on His Own Track

From Silk Sonic’s Clean Sweep to Jazmine Sullivan’s First Grammy, The 2022 Grammys Were Black Excellence

The South Has Something to Say With These Female Artists

Why You Shouldn’t Sleep on Saweetie

Meet Up-and-Coming Rapper Deetranada as We Talk Women in Hip-Hop, Empowerment, and More!

6 Songs You Must Listen To This Week

Did ‘Diary of a Video Vixen’ Influence the #MeToo Movement?

Goldlink Talks Universal Blackness & Premiers New Music

Sean Paul and Stefflon Don Collab on New Single, “Shot & Wine”

Forbes Picks Nasty: Rico Nasty’s Aggressive Edge Lands Her on Forbes 30 Under 30 Music

Misogyny, Hypersexual Double Standards, and Sexism are Delaying Leikeli47’s Success

Thutmose Delivers Heat With Debut Project ‘Man On Fire’

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