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Skilla Baby is building an acting career while making his mental health a priority after surviving a shooting that changed how he wants to live.
The Detroit rapper told The Hollywood Reporter he spent two years in acting classes and now has a role in 50 Cent’s Power: Origins. The prequel tells the story of Ghost and Tommy’s early years and expands the TV franchise that 50 Cent helped build.
“I have a newfound respect for actors and how many hours they work, how serious they take it,” he said. “When I go to a set, I go as Trevon. I’m on [...]
Fifty Years After the Block Party, Hip-Hop DJs Are Running Corporate America’s Rooms
from Staff Writer
from Staff Writer
Hip-hop started at block parties in the Bronx, with DJs pulling power from street lamps and keeping a neighborhood moving until sunrise. Fifty years later, the same skills are being booked for Fortune 500 sales conferences, award galas and company holiday parties. The culture did not soften to get there. The corporate world caught up.
Why the DJ skill set translates
The foundation of hip-hop DJing has always been reading a crowd. Kool Herc stretched the breaks because that is where the dancers came alive. Every great DJ since has built on that instinct: watch the floor, feel what is working, et [...]
EXCLUSIVE: Fat Joe’s Former Hypeman Loses Controversial Lawyer & Now $20M Lawsuit Against Rapper Could Backfire Spectacularly
from Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg)
from Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg)
Tyrone Blackburn has finally won permission to stop representing Fat Joe’s accuser after an arrest, bitter depositions and repeated court sanctions.
U.S. Magistrate Judge Jennifer E. Willis granted his request October 2, leaving Terrance “T.A.” Dixon without counsel in their two linked cases.
The decision follows a September 30 conference attended by Blackburn, Dixon and lawyers for Fat Joe and other parties.
“The request to withdraw is GRANTED. Blackburn shall be removed as counsel of record for Dixon in both cases,” Willis wrote.
Blackburn’s exit as Dixon’s lawyer leaves him fighting Fat Joe’s claims against him personally while the court continues to address his [...]
If there are young scientists in your life you’d like to support, you can focus on providing them access to mentorship and hands-on learning resources. Equipping them with guidance and essential research tools can also help nourish and sustain their natural curiosity, paving the way for their future discoveries.
Encouraging the youth to become scientists is now even more crucial, as the workforce, including in scientific communities, is aging rapidly. A Yahoo Finance article even cited data from a new study, which found that almost one in four Americans in the labor force are over 55. With many retirees on the way soon, equipping the new generation of [...]
Mayor Mamdani Names Cardi B As Example While Announcing NYC’s Largest Childcare Expansion
from Nolan Strong
from Nolan Strong
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a major expansion of subsidized childcare, moving 10,000 low-income families off the waitlist for affordable care.
The initiative marks the first time in 15 months that families have been removed from the voucher program’s backlog, which currently includes more than 29,000 children waiting for assistance.
Mamdani made the announcement at Bronx Works, an organization that runs high-quality childcare centers and partners with the city to help families access childcare vouchers.
During his remarks, the mayor referenced Cardi B as one of several Bronx natives who achieved greatness, using the rapper as an example of how public [...]
Freddie Jackson has died, leaving behind a catalog of love songs that helped define R&B for a generation of listeners.
His family confirmed his death in an official statement and listed October 5, 2026, as the date of his passing. They paid tribute to both his music and the man they knew beyond the stage in the following statement:
“It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Freddie Jackson, who went home to rest last night. Freddie was more than a legendary voice. He was a kind, generous soul who loved his fans, his [...]
“Shipped You Off to Practice What We Preach”: Spanish Love Songs Put the American Promise on Trial with “Good American,” a Furious Rock Anthem Reclaiming Patriotism Through Solidarity
from Mitch Mosk
from Mitch Mosk
Nolan Wells Family Rejects Grand Jury Drowning Conclusion, Demands Federal Investigation
from Nolan Strong
from Nolan Strong
Ben Crump stood before a packed room at the Center of Hope Church in Inglewood, Californie, on October 5, 2026, and laid out a case that the grand jury’s drowning conclusion simply doesn’t add up.
The family of 18-year-old Nolan Wells demanded federal intervention after local authorities closed their investigation, but the medical evidence tells a completely different story than what Mississippi officials are pushing.
Nolan was found dead on July 6, 2026, on Horn Island, part of the Gulf Islands National Seashore, two days after heading out with friends to celebrate Independence Day.
The grand jury concluded his death was consistent with [...]
A$AP Rocky is backing his words with real money.
The Harlem rapper just announced a full four-year tuition scholarship for one student heading to the Roc Nation School of Music, Sports & Entertainment at Long Island University in Brooklyn.
This isn’t just another celebrity flex either. Rocky’s putting his resources where his mouth is, and he’s joining a growing list of artists who’ve already committed to the same mission.
“I’m a big believer in creating your own lane and giving people the opportunity to do the same,” Rocky said in a statement. “There are so many talented young people with ideas, ambition and [...]
Taylor Swift Adds One More Act to the Show in ‘The Life of a Showgirl: The Encore’
from Danielle Holian
from Danielle Holian
Album Review: Tinashe Knows What It Costs to Make Stardom Look Too Easy on ‘Popstar’
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from Guest Writer
Drake Rejects Grammy Race, Keeps Triple Album Release Out Of Grammy Running As Feud Continues
from Mike Winslow
from Mike Winslow
Drake is keeping three hit albums out of the Grammy race as his long feud with the Recording Academy rolls on.
The three projects swept the Billboard 200’s top spots upon release, with Iceman leading the pack ahead of Habibti and Maid of Honour.
On Iceman‘s closing track “Make Them Know,” Drake makes his stance clear: “This album, I’m never submittin’ it.”
His public clash with the Grammys dates to 2017, when “Hotline Bling” won Best Rap Song and Best Rap/Sung Performance.
The wins angered Drake because he viewed “Hotline Bling” as a pop song and said he didn’t rap on the track. He [...]
Do you struggle to keep industrial property surfaces clean and safe?
from Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg)
from Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg)
Keeping every part of your large parking area clean can be quite tough, even when you have the best team. Get them street sweepers to simplify their work. Once they start using them, your parking lots will look professional, and you’ll even get rid of tripping hazards that may cause legal issues.
According to Grand View Research, the market for cleaning services globally had a value of $442.1 billion in 2025. Many people, including business owners, understand how much a clean environment improves comfort. It also makes great first impressions.
If you’ve been finding it difficult to maintain the surfaces on your [...]
Vicious Kitty Chase A Fresh Start on “Bangkok City,” Available Now Seattle rock band Vicious Kitty invite listeners to leave their troubles behind with “Bangkok City,” a single featured on their self-titled debut album. Bringing together the band’s blend of rock, grunge and pop, the song explores the hope that somewhere beyond familiar surroundings, a […]
The post Vicious Kitty – Bangkok City appeared first on Indie Music Review. [...]
“I’m Right Where I Always Wanted to Be”: Ken Yates Makes Room for Every Shade of Life on ‘Total Cinema,’ a Vibrant Portrait of a Late Bloomer in Full Bloom
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from Mitch Mosk
Chris Brown’s staggering income became public when his ex filed declarations detailing her own finances as part of their legal dispute over their 4-year-old daughter, Lovely Symphani Brown.
The superstar singer is raking in somewhere between $5.5 million and $7.3 million every single month, according to court documents filed in his ongoing custody battle with Diamond Brown.
What started as a straightforward custody case has turned into a full-blown examination of his wealth and spending habits.
His co-headlined concert tour with Trey Songz grossed $100 million, and now those profits are being redirected to cover damages from a brutal incident that’s been haunting [...]
Transform your dark living room into a cozy sanctuary with these stylish decor updates
from Staff Writer
from Staff Writer
A dark living room can feel warm and inviting when the right lighting, textures, furniture, and decor work together. Thoughtful updates can keep deeper colors from making the space feel heavy while creating a room that feels comfortable from morning to night.
The sun goes down, you switch on the lamp, and suddenly the room that looked dramatic all afternoon feels a little too dim. Dark interiors need warmth in the right places to keep them from falling flat. A few smart decor changes can turn that shadowy space into the cozy sanctuary you actually want to settle into at the [...]
AKA Assassination Trial Finally Reaches Courtroom After Years As Father Demands Justice
from Nolan Strong
from Nolan Strong
AKA’s father walked into a Durban courtroom on Monday (Octobre 5), carrying the weight of three years of unanswered questions and unhealed wounds.
Seven men stand accused of orchestrating the coordinated hit that took the South African rapper’s life outside a restaurant on Florida Road in February 2023.
The trial that finally began Monday represents something between closure and reopening old scars for his family.
Tony Forbes, AKA’s father, showed up to the KwaZulu-Natal High Court knowing that watching the case unfold wouldn’t bring his son back, but also knowing he had to be there.
“The trauma is still there,” he told reporters according [...]
Willie D and over 20 content creators just pushed the Justice for Nolan Wells Reward Fund past $300,000 with a 12-hour YouTube-A-Thon on October 3, and the Geto Boys legend isn’t stopping there.
The marathon stream on Willie D Live brought together entrepreneurs, activists, and community voices for a day focused entirely on finding answers about the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells.
Participants included Farrah Gray, Dr. Boyce Watkins, Judge Carlos Moore, and dozens of other voices with real platforms and real reach.
Willie D made it clear this is about way more than just collecting money.
“This is bigger than a fundraiser,” he [...]
GloRilla just turned her travel struggles into a tech empire that’s about to change how people find beauty professionals.
The Memphis rapper launched GloVerse, an on-demand platform connecting clients with verified hairstylists, makeup artists, and nail technicians, and she’s already thinking bigger than most entrepreneurs twice her age.
The inspiration hit her while touring constantly for music.
“I’m always like, ‘I need a makeup artist in this city. Who do good hair and who does certain styles?'” she explained.
Finding reliable beauty professionals in different cities was stressful, and she’d often settle for whoever was available instead of getting exactly what she wanted.
That gap [...]
With traditional custom jewelry design , the jeweler slowly hand-carved a model in wax. pourtant, today the process starts with a digital file created using 3D scanning technology.
Reports from Fortune Business Insights show that the 3D-printed jewelry market will climb from $980 million in 2026 à $3.09 billion by 2034 . This growth reflects how custom jewelry is being made. For a long time, each piece took hours to design through hand carving, and you couldn’t easily make revisions.
With the design now in a digital file, you get faster turnaround and precision on each piece. You can also preview the [...]
Chris Brown is facing serious allegations from his ex-girlfriend Diamond Brown, who claims he’s been terrorizing her new boyfriend and making death threats against him and his twin brother.
According to court documents obtained by TMZ, Diamond filed the allegations as part of their ongoing child support and custody battle over their four-year-old daughter Lovely.
The situation has escalated beyond typical relationship drama into what she describes as a pattern of harassment that’s left her feeling unsafe.
Diamond says this isn’t the first time Chris has pulled this move.
She claims he engaged in the same threatening behavior with another man she dated approximately [...]
Charleston White faces two new drug possession allegations in Texas less than a month after his Florida battery arrest.
A booking record lists October 4 as his booking date in Tarrant County. The record names Arlington police as the agency behind both entries and lists bonds of $1,500 et $500.
One allegation involves less than one gram of a controlled substance in Penalty Group 2, while the other involves under two ounces of marijuana.
The booking record does not name the first substance or explain what brought White into contact with police before the booking.
Texas law classifies the listed Penalty Group 2 amount [...]
Do you struggle to keep industrial property surfaces clean and safe?
from Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg)
from Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg)
Keeping every part of your large parking area clean can be quite tough, even when you have the best team. Get them street sweepers to simplify their work. Once they start using them, your parking lots will look professional, and you’ll even get rid of tripping hazards that may cause legal issues.
According to Grand View Research, the market for cleaning services globally had a value of $442.1 billion in 2025. Many people, including business owners, understand how much a clean environment improves comfort. It also makes great first impressions.
If you’ve been finding it difficult to maintain the surfaces on your [...]
Yelawolf Shares New Single “Falling Star” Today, the genre-spanning songwriter, entrepreneur and multiplatinum chart-topping artist Yelawolf shares his new single “Falling Star.” A soulful, piano-driven reflection on chasing a dream, “Falling Star” is the third single from Yelawolf’s upcoming album 45, which will be released on December 4th via ONErpm. The album is now […]
The post Yelawolf – Falling Star appeared first on Indie Music Review. [...]
50 Cent didn’t just show up to play Balrog in the upcoming Street Fighter film.
He committed to a training regimen that pushed his body to limits he hadn’t tested since childhood, preparing for a role that demanded serious physical transformation.
The film, directed by Kitao Sakurai and produced by Legendary Entertainment, hits theaters October 16, 2026, on Paramount Pictures, et 50 Cent’s preparation reflects the intensity the production brought to adapting the iconic video game franchise.
“Balrog was bigger than me in my mind, so I’m like, I got to train," 50 Cent explained. “Fortunately for me, I started training early. je [...]
Ciara stepped onto the Junya Watanabe runway in Paris on Saturday with her baby bump front and center, proving that expecting her fifth child won’t keep her off the fashion circuit.
The 40-year-old Grammy-winning artist made a surprise appearance at the designer’s Spring 2027 ready-to-wear show, commanding the catwalk with three separate looks that celebrated her pregnancy rather than hiding it.
Her first outfit turned heads immediately.
Ciara rocked a striking purple bodysuit paired with hot pink accents and a silver headpiece connected to jeweled harnesses that cascaded down her torso.
A chandelier-like loop of dangling crystals hung around her hips, and she finished [...]
Keeping every part of your large parking area clean can be quite tough, even when you have the best team. Get them street sweepers to simplify their work. Once they start using them, your parking lots will look professional, and you’ll even get rid of tripping hazards that may cause legal issues.
According to Grand View Research, the market for cleaning services globally had a value of $442.1 billion in 2025 . Many people, including business owners, understand how much a clean environment improves comfort. It also makes great first impressions.
If you’ve been finding it difficult to maintain the surfaces on [...]
