A generous milestone birthday donation collides with criticism over the singer's pricey new merchandise drop.
Beyoncé rang in her 45th birthday on September 4 with a headline-making act of generosity, even as controversy brewed over a separate business move tied to one of her most celebrated albums. The mix of philanthropy, nostalgia, and commerce made…
The pop superstar closes out her record-breaking tour with a raw, unscripted goodbye to the fans who made it all possible.
Ariana Grande wrapped up her record-breaking Eternal Sunshine tour in London this week with a farewell that left both her and her fans in tears, closing an emotional chapter before she steps fully back…
Cardi B now holds more RIAA Diamond certifications than any other female rapper in history, but the internet is split on whether the milestone tells the whole story.
Cardi B has officially become the most Diamond-certified female rapper of all time, edging past Nicki Minaj after WAP, her blockbuster 2020 hit with Megan Thee Stallion,…
The Bronx rapper says a viral scene from her new collaboration was never meant to be taken literally — and she's setting the record straight, again.
Ice Spice is once again finding herself at the center of pregnancy speculation, and once again, she's not having it. The rumors resurfaced after the release of her new…
How the R&B star protects her mental health while chasing music industry deadlines
Kehlani is pulling back the curtain on the strict, non-negotiable habits she credits with keeping her mentally steady inside an industry that rarely slows down. The singer, who has been open in the past about living with bipolar disorder and borderline personality…
The funk icon gets refreshingly candid about sexuality, love and her complicated history with Prince
Chaka Khan has never been shy about speaking her mind, and her latest sit-down with The Observer proves that reputation is well earned. The Grammy-winning singer, known for hits like Sweet Thang and I'm Every Woman, used the conversation to…
A look back at the plane crash that cut short a rising R&B icon's life
Twenty-five years after her death, Aaliyah's influence on R&B and pop culture still hasn't faded.
Raised in Detroit, Aaliyah began performing at just 11, sharing a Las Vegas stage with her aunt, Gladys Knight. By 14, she'd released her debut…
Buzz is building over whether the rap star could headline the night in a whole new way.
A Rumor Takes Over Timelines
A fresh wave of chatter has entertainment fans buzzing this week over whether Cardi B could be tapped to host the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards. The speculation spread quickly across fan pages…
How millennials and Gen Z are turning childhood playlists into full-blown vacations
A cultural moment is unfolding on timelines everywhere, and it has less to do with new music than old memories. As 2000s pop culture surges back into relevance, a growing number of millennials and members of Gen Z are booking flights, renting cars,…
Labor Day Weekend just got a serious upgrade for the diaspora
Northwest Stadium is about to become the epicenter of Black culture, sound, and celebration. Afro Plus Fest, billed as North America's largest Afro-Caribbean-Hip-Hop festival, is set to take over the venue's Lots E and F from Friday, September 4 through Sunday, September 6, delivering…

