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A week after earning five Grammy nominations, including Album of the Year, Clipse have dropped a cinematic new video for “F.I.C.O.” featuring Stove God Cooks. The track is the latest single from their celebrated reunion album Let God Sort Em Out, which has been hailed as one of the most powerful comebacks in hip-hop. Directed by Hannan Hussain, “F.I.C.O.” marks the fourth visual from the album. Hussain, who is also nominated for Best Music Video for Clipse’s “So Be It,” continues to build on the duo’s creative momentum leading into Grammy season. In addition to Album of the Year and…
On Wednesday, November 12, Netflix hosted a star-studded celebration for the premiere of Being Eddie at the TUDUM Theater in Los Angeles. Eddie Murphy was joined by his family, filmmakers, and a roster of industry friends for the debut of the highly anticipated documentary about his life and legacy. Guests in attendance included Murphy himself, along with Angus Wall (Director), John Davis (Producer), Charisse M. Hewitt-Webster (Producer), Kent Kubena (Producer), and Terry Leonard (Producer). The evening also welcomed special guests Martin Lawrence, Tracee Ellis Ross, Cedric The Entertainer, Kel Mitchell, Jerry Bruckheimer, Kim Fields, Lil Rel Howery, and Deon Cole.…
The late Roberta Flack, the Grammy-winning singer celebrated for timeless classics like “Killing Me Softly with His Song” and “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face,” will be the focus of two new film projects. Good Morning America’s Robin Roberts, through her production company Rock’n Robin Productions, has secured the rights to Flack’s life and is developing both a scripted biopic and a companion documentary. Flack’s longtime managers are collaborating closely with Roberts on both projects, ensuring an authentic portrayal of the music icon’s story. While details on casting, directing, and screenwriting have yet to be announced, the dual…
A documentary film exploring the extraordinary life and career of multi-GRAMMY®-winning artist Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds is officially in production, backed by HarbourView Equity Partners. Directed by Emmy nominee Chris Moukarbel (“Gaga: Five Foot Two,” “Cypher”) and produced by Kenya Barris, the film will take an intimate look at Babyface’s decades-long impact on music, love songs, and culture. The documentary will follow Babyface as he reflects on his songwriting process, the highs and lows of his career, and his iconic collaborations with artists including Whitney Houston, Toni Braxton, Michael Jackson, Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, Beyoncé, and SZA. One of the…
Egon has filed a federal lawsuit against Madlib in California’s Central District Court, demanding a judge declare that their joint venture, Madicine Show LLC, owns the rights to a decade’s worth of recordings, not the producer himself. The complaint, filed November 11, escalates the unraveling of a once-productive partnership between the two Hip-Hop collaborators. The dispute centers on who controls the music catalog built under the Madlib Invazion and Madicine Show imprints, which are home to projects featuring Freddie Gibbs, Four Tet’s Kieran Hebden, and the late Mac Miller. Eothen “Egon” Alapatt claims Madlib, born Otis Jackson Jr., is attempting…
Lil Baby has released a new music video for his latest “Wham Wednesdays” drop, “OTHA BOY,” and fans are buzzing over the lyrics. In the track, the Atlanta rapper appears to send subliminal shots at fellow artists Gunna and Offset, spitting lines that sparked heavy debate online. “Make a rapper take his clothes off he a male stripper […] Push up on him at the gym hope he do his push-ups […] It’s a fact you n****s hoes the city know this ain’t no diss song,” Lil Baby raps. The “Otha Boy” video continues his weekly release streak leading up…
The Brooklyn Nets paid tribute to one of Brooklyn’s most legendary icons Tuesday night with the return of their fan-favorite Brooklyn Camo City Edition uniforms and the first “Biggie Night” of the season at Barclays Center. Inspired by The Notorious B.I.G., “Biggie Night” transformed the arena into a celebration of Brooklyn culture, music, and legacy. The evening, created in collaboration with the Estate of The Notorious B.I.G., featured a custom Biggie-themed court, a heartfelt tribute to the late Voletta Wallace, a special halftime performance by Lil’ Kim, and themed performances by the Brooklynettes and Team Hype. Fans also received exclusive…
Fanatics has announced a multi-year exclusive memorabilia partnership with WNBA star Paige Bueckers, making the company the sole provider of her signed collectibles and game-used items. The deal marks Bueckers’ first exclusive memorabilia agreement and adds her to Fanatics’ growing roster of premier athletes. “Partnering with Fanatics is a game-changer for me,” Bueckers said. “They’re the clear leader in the memorabilia industry and understand what matters most—the relationship between athletes and their fans. I couldn’t be more excited to work together, create incredible products, and continue to elevate women athletes and our game to new levels.” The collection will feature…
Fresh off the release of his new album Lil Herb, G Herbo delivers a powerful new visual for “Fallen Soldiers,” a reflective centerpiece of the project. The song captures the emotional weight of the people, lessons, and memories that shaped his journey, grounding the album in both pain and perseverance. Directed by LVTRKevin, the black-and-white video finds G Herbo surrounded by his community, children singing, families gathered, and everyday life unfolding. The visuals honor those lost while celebrating resilience and healing, embodying the spirit of Chicago and the legacy of those who came before him. Produced by Don Cannon, Lyle…
Ray J stunned thousands during a chaotic live stream on November 12 when he told his current girlfriend he still wants to be with Princess Love, leaving the woman in tears and viewers speechless. Broadcasting from what appeared to be his home, the Love Cabin host launched into an emotional monologue about his health and personal life. “I had pneumonia. Alright? And I almost died two days ago. So I was tripping in the bed, and I was shaking, and I was losing my mind maybe two and a half days ago,” Ray J said, appearing disoriented and possibly intoxicated.…