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More than fifteen years after her debut single “Lip Gloss” peaked at No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100, rapper Lil Mama is finally making good on her musical promise by launching her long-awaited lip gloss line. The artist, whose real name is Niatia Kirkland, has teamed up with Vaniteaset Cosmetics to release the “It’s Poppin” Collection, an exclusive line inspired by her iconic 2008 debut album, Voice of the Young People (VYP). Lil Mama officially announced the line, which has been described as being “in motion” for some time, on the Vaniteaset Cosmetics platform. “things are never late, just…
Drake and Serena Williams have found themselves back in conversation across socials, thanks to a new round of subtle public moments that many fans believe hint at unresolved energy between the two. The storyline resurfaced earlier this year when Serena appeared alongside Kendrick Lamar during the Super Bowl Halftime Show. Some viewers believed her appearance carried an unspoken message, and Drake’s quiet online behavior only added more fuel for observers who enjoy connecting dots. The newest moment arrived on the Gram when Drake posted photos of himself with Sexyy Red on a tennis court. His caption read, “I said tennis…
On this date twenty nine years ago, Brooklyn’s own Foxy Brown stepped into the spotlight with the release of her debut album Ill Na Na, a project that helped redefine the voice, tone, and presence of women in hip hop. Introduced to the world through her breakout appearance alongside Jay Z on the classic “Ain’t No Nigga”, Foxy entered Def Jam as the label’s young queen and arrived one week after her former friend Lil Kim released her own landmark debut. The comparison was immediate, but Foxy charted her own path with confidence and lyrical finesse. The album’s first single,…
Paris Jackson, the daughter of the late Michael Jackson, is pushing back against a recent legal setback in her efforts to have the executors of her father’s estate removed. Last week, Jackson faced a ruling that not only denied her petition to oust the current executors but also ordered her to pay their legal fees. However, Jackson remains undeterred, vowing to continue her legal fight. In a statement provided to People, a spokesperson for Paris Jackson clarified the next steps in the legal process. “This order is limited to minor procedural issues and does not change the facts: the pattern…
Rolling Out Music will launch its new imprint with “This Winter”, a soulful holiday single created through a special partnership with acclaimed singer songwriter Kevin Ross in a move that signals how the platform intends to build a collaborative, creator centered ecosystem across major cultural hubs in 2025. The release positions Ross not as a non-traditional and a strategic partner. The debut arrives as Rolling Out prepares to expand its long standing media footprint into a full scale music vertical. After “This Winter”, the company is set to roll out a slate of original music projects, live performance events, docuseries and sync…
Rapper Fetty Wap is scheduled for an earlier release from prison than previously anticipated. Two years ago, the “Trap Queen” artist was sentenced to six years behind bars after pleading guilty to federal drug trafficking charges. According to public records, the rapper, known for his signature style and multi-platinum hits, is now set to be released by December 8, 2026. The updated release date offers a positive change for the artist who was convicted on charges related to his role in a large-scale drug distribution ring. Fans now have a concrete date to look forward to the return of Fetty…
Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images Luka Dončić continued his historic start to the season as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Utah Jazz 140 to 126 on Tuesday night. Entering the matchup, Dončić was averaging 34.4 points, 8.9 rebounds, and 8.9 assists, a level no player had ever reached through ten games. With LeBron James returning at full strength for the debut of his record 23rd NBA season, the Lakers delivered one of their most electric performances of the year. James finished with 12 assists and 11 points on efficient shooting, while Dončić poured in 37 points along with five…
Max B stepped back into the spotlight with a new mindset and a new moniker, unveiling the “Grown & Gorgeous Biggavel” persona after serving over 16 years behind bars for his role in a deadly robbery. The Harlem rapper, born Charly Wingate, is embracing a new chapter following his release from New Jersey state custody on November 9, 2025. “This the new grown and gorgeous Biggavel, this is the new and improved. This the new distinguished Biggavel. This ain’t the old Biggavel from before, so you gotta love it,” Max B told Billboard. “This is what I think is attracting…
Philly Swain is stepping into a new chapter with the kind of energy only a seasoned heavyweight can carry signing to Cool & Calm Entertainment and linking with Brian Miller to crack the global lane wide open. It’s the perfect collision of pedigree and possibility: an emcee with deep steel from the cipher era aligning with a label built to move culture across borders. Philly’s always had that duality street flavored seasoned with studio polish and this move feels like a passport stamp to another level. If you know, you know. Swain’s legend was minted in the heat of the…
Photo Credit: Chris Polk Gunna kicked off his Wun World Tour with a sold-out opener at Boston’s MGM Music Hall, delivering a high-energy performance filled with hits and standout moments from his latest album The Last Wun. He opened with “cfwm” before moving into fan favorites such as “just say dat,” “sakpase,” “one of wun,” and “on one tonight.” The night also featured chart-toppers like “pushin P,” “Drip 2 Hard,” and “MET GALA,” supported by a striking new stage design built around massive boulders and dynamic pyro effects. The tour continues tonight in Philadelphia before hitting New York City’s Madison…