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BET Hip Hop Awards 2024: Kendrick Lamar wins big, Travis Scott receives I Am Hip Hop Award and more

BET Hip Hop Awards 2024: Kendrick Lamar wins big, Travis Scott receives I Am Hip Hop Award and more

Photo by Leon Bennett/WireImageThere was a mix of old and new school at the BET Hip Hop Awards 2024. The annual event aired Tuesday night, continuing its annual celebration of the genre and those in it.Though on hosting duties, Fat Joe kicked off the show as an MC, welcoming viewers with a performance of “Make It Rain.” Bossman Dlow then entertained the crowd with live renditions of “Get in with Me” and “Shake Dat A** (Twerk Song),” followed by Juicy J, who was joined by 2 Chainz for “Bandz a Make Her Dance.” 2 Chainz later returned for a medley of his own songs, including “Birthday Song,” “I Luv Dem Strippers,” “Watch Out” and “I’m Different.”The night continued with performances, with Soulja Boy and E-40 representing more veteran rappers, bringing fans back with respective hits “All the Way Turnt Up” with Roscoe Dash, who came out and surprised the audience, and “Tell Me When to Go.” Trina put on for Florida when she took the stage alongside modern-day representative Yung Miami.Big Boogie and GloRilla, Flaujae and 310babii also hit the stage at the award show, which paid homage to the late Fatman Scoop and Rich Homie Quan.While very few awards were presented during the event, it was noted that Sexyy Red is 2024’s Best Breakthrough Hip Hop Artist. Travis Scott was also honored with the I Am Hip Hop Award, presented to him by Teyana Taylor and Tyla.The night’s big winner, however, was Kendrick Lamar, who took home eight of the 11 awards he was nominated for, including Hip Hop Artist of the Year.Artists reminded people to vote, and Vice President Kamala Harris spoke to Fat Joe and Too $hort about some of her goals if she becomes president. There were no cyphers.Here’s the full winner’s list:Best Hip Hop Video: Kendrick Lamar – “Not Like Us”Best Collaboration: Metro Boomin, Future, Kendrick Lamar – “Like That”Best Duo or Group: Future and Metro BoominLyricist of the Year: Kendrick LamarVideo Director of the Year: Dave Free and Kendrick LamarSong of the Year: “Not Like Us” by Kendrick LamarHip Hop Album of the Year: Pink Friday 2 by Nicki MinajHip Hop Artist of the Year: Kendrick LamarBest Live Performer: Missy ElliottBest Breakthrough Hip Hop Artist: Sexyy RedHustler of the Year: 50 CentSweet 16: Best Featured Verse: Kendrick Lamar – “Like That” (Metro Boomin, Future, Kendrick Lamar)Producer of the Year: The AlchemistImpact Track: “Not Like Us” by Kendrick LamarBest Hip Hop Platform: Club Shay ShayDJ of the Year: The AlchemistBest International Flow: Ghetts (UK)Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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Fat Joe talks weight loss, says it’s an honor to host BET Hip Hop Awards

Fat Joe talks weight loss, says it’s an honor to host BET Hip Hop Awards

Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BETFat Joe has lost a significant amount of weight since emerging onto the rap scene, and it’s partially thanks to carb control. Speaking to US Weekly, he shares, “We just try to eat everything with the least carbs as possible. So we try to stay away from the bread, the pasta, the rice. That’s the smartest way to eat.”He also gives credit to Ozempic, joking that it “says you may only have two pieces of your favorite stuff.”While he’s lost a lot of weight, he’s careful not too lose much more because his wife, Lorena Cartagena, would kill him.”She likes me being a big boy,” Joe shared. “She hallucinates like I’m still that big boy. She loves that.”Fat Joe is set to take the stage Tuesday as host at the BET Hip Hop Awards.”It’s the culture, you know, and it’s one of the few chances where we get to see our camaraderie and link up with other artists that we love,” he says of the annual event. “Whether they may be the OGs or may be the youngest thing, smoking and representing the culture. That’s what my whole life is built on. So to be the host is a big honor.”He adds he’s a fan of all the rising rappers because he has been in their shoes.The 2024 BET Hip Hop Awards air Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET on BET.Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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ICYMI: Juice Wrld, Teyana Taylor, Ashanti

ICYMI: Juice Wrld, Teyana Taylor, Ashanti

Lil Durk’s Deep Thoughts may be delayed. The album was initially supposed to come out on Oct. 18, but a look at its page on Apple Music says the release date is Nov. 22.Juice Wrld has two new songs out: “Both Ways” and “Cavalier,” both part of his The Pre-Party (Extended) EP. The former dropped with a music video directed by Trippie Redd and DotComNirvan. Teyana Taylor will be in the building when celebrities are honored at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ceremony Saturday. She’ll take the stage to help induct Dionne Warwick, who she’ll play in an upcoming biopic.Ashanti is one of the many people celebrating a birthday this Libra season. Since she couldn’t visit an island, hubby Nelly seemingly brought the island to her. A clip shared on Instagram shows her giving a speech, expressing her love for her Nelly and their son. Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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Brooklyn rapper Ka dead at 52

Brooklyn rapper Ka dead at 52

Nazarethman/Getty ImagesA Brooklyn-based rapper by the name of Ka passed away Saturday at 52 years old. His family confirmed the news in a statement shared to his Instagram.”We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Kaseem Ryan (1972-2024), the rapper and producer known as Ka, who died unexpectedly in New York City on Oct. 12, at the age of 52. Born and raised in Brownsville, Brooklyn, Ka lived a life of service — to his city, to his community, and to his music,” the statement read.Ka started his underground rap career in New York City as part of the group Natural Elements. He later joined his friend Kev for the group Nightbreed before going solo, teaming with GZA for “Firehouse” and releasing his solo debut, Iron Works, in 2008. He released his last album, The Thief Next to Jesus, in August.In addition to being a rapper, Ka worked for the New York City Fire Department for 20 years, serving as a responder during the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center. Though he initially kept his fireman identity private, The New York Post made it public. He continued working as a firefighter up until his death.Ka is survived by his wife, mother and sister.Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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It’s about damn time: Lizzo says her dream of women dominating the music industry has come true

It’s about damn time: Lizzo says her dream of women dominating the music industry has come true

Presley Ann/Getty Images for Fortune’s Most Powerful Women SummitLizzo has been out of the spotlight musically for awhile, but she’s been keeping an eye on the charts — and she says what’s been happening is literally something she’s been praying for.Speaking to Fortune at the publication’s Most Powerful Women Summit in California, Lizzo said when she first got into music, she was a rapper, so she was constantly asked, “How do you feel about being a female rapper in a male-dominated industry?””I started to resent that question,” she continued. “And I would answer, ‘You know what, my dream is that one day there are so many women that are dominating in the industry that you can fill an entire festival slot with just women.’ And that dream has come true.”Lizzo said artists like SZA and Chappell Roan are “redefining the music industry,” adding, “It’s an incredible time to be a woman, an artist, and a fan. Fans are getting fed right now because there’s so much great music out, and I’m so proud of my contemporaries and my sisters.”Lizzo’s appearance at the summit marked one of her first public appearances since she was accused by former employees of, among other things, creating a toxic work environment. She has denied all allegations. According to Fortune, Lizzo told the summit that she wasn’t afraid of being canceled anymore, joking that she “has pretty much been canceled for everything.”The “About Damn Time” singer also told the summit attendees that she’d already voted, for Kamala Harris. She posted footage of herself voting by mail wearing a Harris/Walz cap and a T-shirt that read, “It’s about MAdam Time.”Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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Samuel L. Jackson recites famous ‘Pulp Fiction’ verse in celebration of film’s 30th anniversary

Samuel L. Jackson recites famous ‘Pulp Fiction’ verse in celebration of film’s 30th anniversary

Miramax/Buena Vista/Kobal/ShutterstockSamuel L. Jackson is ringing in three decades of Pulp Fiction with a callback to a classic scene.In an Instagram post on Monday to commemorate the 30-year anniversary of the cult classic film’s release, Jackson ripped through the Pulp Fiction version of the Bible verse Ezekiel 25:17, the now-famous verse which gained widespread attention from fans of the Quentin Tarantino movie.In the movie, Jackson delivers the now-famous passage as hitman Jules Winnfield, moments before he kills a thieving associate (Frank Whaley).”YOU KNOW I STILL GOT IT!!! EZEKIEL 25:17,” Jackson captioned. “HAPPY 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF PULP FICTION.”The Pulp Fiction actor runs through the verse quickly, while hitting small bursts of emotion during the monologue’s peak moments, including the famous “furious anger” section.At the end of the film, Jackson recites the verse again, explaining that following a spiritual reawakening, he finds a different meaning.1994’s Pulp Fiction is one of Tarantino’s most iconic films, the screenplay of which netted him and Roger Avary an Academy Award. The quotable crime drama film also starred Bruce Willis, Uma Thurman and Ving Rhames, among others.The movie hit theaters Oct. 14, 1994, and has collected $212,891,598 in worldwide all-time box office, according to The Numbers.By the way, in the Bible, Ezekiel 25:17 exists, but Tarantino rewrote it for the movie. However, the “Ezekiel speech” was etched in pop culture history — in fact, it was literally etched in the Marvel Cinematic Universe: It can be seen on the headstone of the fake gravesite of Jackson’s Nick Fury at the end of Captain America: The Winter Soldier. Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg launch gin that pays homage to “Still D.R.E.” collab

Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg launch gin that pays homage to “Still D.R.E.” collab

Raven B. VaronaMore than 20 years after coming together for their “Still D.R.E.” collaboration, Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg are launching a spirit inspired by the hit song.Now available nationwide, their new product, Still G.I.N. By Dre and Snoop, is described as an ultra-premium, clean, light modern gin with hints of tangerine, jasmine and coriander and “unforgettable aromatic finish.” It’s advertised as a spirit that is “highly mixable – and supremely drinkable.””This is not a liquor that we’re just putting our name on,” Dr. Dre says in a statement. “It’s just like we did with Beats headphones. Everything is us from the ground up: the gin, the flavor, the packaging… Everything had to be perfect.””Snoop said it best: we’re better together – it’s always magical,” he continues. “It’s incredible to know that you’ve got something amazing that you feel is gonna really work.”In Snoop’s statement, he said he and Dre have long “been a part of the evolution of this gin – from the creation of the flavor, to the percentage of alcohol that’s in it – and it’s just so good!””Dre’s a perfectionist: he wants to make sure it’s not just good, but great,” he adds. “Together, we ain’t gonna do nothing regular!”Still G.I.N. By Dre and Snoop marks the duo’s second product release following their award-winning premium sparkling gin-based cocktail, Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop, which paid homage the Dr. Dre-produced “Gin and Juice” by Snoop Dogg.Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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50 Cent announces first-ever Las Vegas residency, including New Year’s Eve celebration

50 Cent announces first-ever Las Vegas residency, including New Year’s Eve celebration

Live NationYou can find 50 Cent not In Da Club, but in Vegas for his first-ever residency. The rapper/entrepreneur is performing six exclusive shows at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino over New Year’s week.Kicking off Dec. 27, 50 Cent: In Da Club will feature performances of hits including “In Da Club,” “Candy Shop,” “P.I.M.P.” and “21 Questions,” and will see 50 bring in 2025, before it all comes to a close on Jan. 4. All shows, except the New Year’s Eve one, will start at 9 p.m. PT; the New Year’s Eve celebration will begin at 10 p.m. PT.“I always bring the energy, and Las Vegas is the perfect spot to create an unforgettable experience for my fans,” 50 said in a statement. “We’re talking big production, surprises, and the ultimate New Year’s Eve party for my Vegas residency.”Tickets go on sale Oct. 19 at 10 a.m. PT at ticketmaster.com/50CentVegas, with a Citi presale running from Oct. 16 at 10 a.m. PT until Oct. 18 at 10 p.m. PT. A presale for artist fans will start Oct. 16 at 10 a.m. PT, and presales for SiriusXM, Live Nation and Ticketmaster customers as well as members of Caesars Rewards and Caesars Entertainment’s loyalty program will begin Oct. 17 at 10 a.m. PT. All presales wrap up on Oct. 18 at 10 p.m. PT.The dates for the 50 Cent: In Da Club residency are:December 2024: 27, 28, 30, 31January 2025: 3, 4Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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The Weeknd first artist to rack up 20 billion-stream songs on Spotify

The Weeknd first artist to rack up 20 billion-stream songs on Spotify

XO/RepublicFor most artists, hearing that one of their songs has hit 1 billion streams on Spotify is a big deal. For The Weeknd, it’s just another Monday.It was announced Oct. 14 that the Canadian superstar has become the first artist to have 20 individual songs on Spotify exceed the 1 billion-stream mark. The songs are as follows:”Blinding Lights””Starboy””The Hills””Die For You””Save Your Tears””Call Out My Name””I Feel It Coming””Can’t Feel My Face””Earned It””Save Your Tears” (remix)”Creepin’””Stargirl Interlude””Reminder””I Was Never There””One Of The Girls””Often””Heartless””After Hours””Or Nah””Die for You” (Ariana remix)Of all these songs, the biggie is “Blinding Lights,” which has over 4.5 billion streams. Others that are up there include “Starboy” with 3.5 billion streams, “The Hills” with 2.44 billion streams and “Die for You” with 2.46 billion streams.The Weeknd’s new album, Hurry Up Tomorrow, still doesn’t have a release date.Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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Tia Mowry says she wants to repurpose wedding ring from ex Cory Hardrict for their kids

Tia Mowry says she wants to repurpose wedding ring from ex Cory Hardrict for their kids

Photo by Randy Shropshire/Getty Images for AMC NetworksTia Mowry says she plans to transform her wedding ring into something she can pass down to her kids.While opening up about life after her divorce from Cory Hardrict in a new episode of her reality show Tia Mowry: My Next Act, she shared that she decided to repurpose her wedding ring for their kids.Mowry and Hardrict were married for 14 years before she announced their split in October 2022. They share two children, ​​son Cree, 13, and daughter Cairo, 6.”I haven’t worn it for almost two years now and it just doesn’t feel right to sell it,” Mowry said of the band. “But what I am wanting to do is change my wedding band into something for my kids.”Becoming emotional, the Sister, Sister alum said she wants to “pass it down” to her kids “because they have been my biggest gift.””It has just been sitting there. It was very pretty,” she continued. “If it’s made into something else, then it’s put to use.”Mowry admitted it was still “sad” to make that decision, “because this is a symbol of a marriage, and it’s no longer.””But I am learning that, at the end of the day, I need to make this decision for me,” she added. Mowry previously shared in an interview that her kids played a part in her decision to file for divorce from Hardrict.”For them, seeing their mother walk in truth, I feel like it’s a great lesson for them,” she told HelloBeautiful in June 2023.”[They can say] my mommy is living and chasing her truth,” she added. “I want my children to do that. That’s the best gift I can give them.”Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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Megan Thee Stallion documentary coming to Prime Video

Megan Thee Stallion documentary coming to Prime Video

Amazon Studios/Prime VideoFans of Megan Thee Stallion will get a closer look at the rapper in a new documentary making its way to Prime Video. Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words will follow the journey of Megan Pete as she “navigates fame, grief, pressure and success” on her continued rise to fame, allowing people to see her “most vulnerable moments.”“I feel so honored to work with Amazon MGM Studios, Roc Nation, and TIME Studios to share Megan’s story,” director Nneka Onuorah said in a statement, per Billboard. “Her raw and beautiful spirit really shines through in the film. She is a champion for all women who deserve their truth to be heard.”“We are thrilled to be able to work with Roc Nation to share Megan’s story with the world,” TIME Studios’ Loren Hammonds said when the news of the doc was first announced in 2022, per Variety. “Millions of people are familiar with her as an entertainer, but this series will give her a chance to share her truth as never before. Her story is a powerful one, and the accomplishments that she continues to achieve are remarkable. We feel lucky to have this opportunity to capture her at a crucial moment in her life and career, as she continues to grow exponentially in both her artistry and global impact.”Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words, a collaboration between Amazon MGM Studios, TIME Studios, Roc Nation Production and Nneka Productions, will air on Meg’s favorite holiday: Halloween. That day, she’ll also throw a Hottieween party in Chicago, with proceeds going to her Pete and Thomas Foundation.Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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Victoria Monét to release children’s book: “It has always been a special dream of mine”

Victoria Monét to release children’s book: “It has always been a special dream of mine”

Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImageVictoria Monét has displayed her writing skills through song, but now she’s sharing her talents with the literary world. People reports the singer has a new children’s book coming out, titled Everywhere You Are.“This book means so much to me! I love many types of writing from poetry to music, and eventually scripts and it has always been a special dream of mine to write children’s books,” Monét tells People in a statement. She wrote the book with the intention of helping kids and parents who are experiencing separation anxiety, much like she did with daughter Hazel.“In a way, writing this book healed a portion of naturally occurring mom guilt for not being able to be in two places at once,” Victoria revealed. “I think for a lot of moms, if we had the option, we would spend every waking hour loving on our children in their presence, but for the modern-day working woman, it just isn’t very realistic.”She continued, “I wanted to address it this way so that there would be reinforcement of a mutual understanding between parent and child that no matter how far apart we ever are at any given moment, we are together through love we share for each other!”Victoria says she’s already shared the book with her daughter, which gave her “a sense of peace knowing” Hazel can “understand this sentiment and carry mommy with her wherever she goes.”Everywhere You Are, the story of a moon “who comforts a young star when they must separate at the end of the night,” per the outlet, is due out in summer 2025. Intended for 2- to 5-year-olds, it will feature illustrations by Alea Marley and is set to be published in English and Spanish.Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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Babyface announces more Sin City shows

Babyface announces more Sin City shows

Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort Babyface has a few more shows lined up for him in Vegas. He’s announced more shows at the Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort, set to take place during Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day weekends.”We will be back on Valentine’s Day weekend and Mother’s Day weekend and I couldn’t be more excited to spend those with you! This one is for the lovers and the mothers – get ready!” he captioned a video, in which he announces the news alongside some Vegas showgirls.The Love Day shows will go down on Feb. 14 and Feb. 15 at 8 p.m., while the May shows are scheduled for May 9 and May 10 at the same time.Babyface kicked off his Vegas run with shows on Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends, treating fans to a set that included performances of hits “Whip Appeal,” “Every Time I Close My Eyes,” “When Can I See You Again” and some of the songs he produced for other artists.As noted in his caption, Babyface will have “two more shows to close this year out (Nov 8 & 9).””Let’s dance, let’s time travel, let’s slow dance,” he wrote. “IYKYK.”Tickets for Babyface’s new shows go on sale Oct. 18 at 10 a.m. PT via ticketmaster.com, with presales happening before then. An artist presale starts Tuesday with the code BABYFACE, and the Citi presale goes from Tuesday at 10 a.m. to Thursday at 10 p.m.Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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Advocacy group aims to stop Chris Brown’s upcoming performance in South Africa

Advocacy group aims to stop Chris Brown’s upcoming performance in South Africa

Photo by Prince Williams/WireImageThe Women for Change advocacy group has collected over 20,000 signatures for a petition that aims to prevent Chris Brown from performing in South Africa, BBC reports. He’s set to take the stage Dec. 14 and Dec. 15 for sold-out shows at the FNB Stadium in Johannesburg, which holds 94,000 seats.”When I saw the news that Chris Brown was coming to South Africa, I was shocked and deeply disappointed,” Sabina Walter, Women of Change’s executive director, said in a statement. “The petition was started to send a strong message that we will not tolerate the celebration of individuals with a history of violence against women.”She adds, “When someone like Chris Brown is given a platform in a country where (gender-based violence) is at crisis levels, it sends a damaging message – that fame and power outweigh accountability.”Chris Brown has been on the receiving end of several allegations and lawsuits accusing of him violence, with the most widely known case being Rihanna. He’s since been banned from performing in certain countries, including the U.K., Australia, Canada and New Zealand.Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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Ari Lennox announces plans to leave social media

Ari Lennox announces plans to leave social media

Photo by Bennett Raglin/Getty Images for ESSENCE Ari Lennox no longer wants to waste her time on social media, so much so she’s planned a permanent departure before the year’s end.“I’m working on a plan to transition off of social media for good,” she wrote on her socials. “I don’t believe I’ll ever mature and be happy as long as i have it.”Ari said she’ll be getting rid of her accounts on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook come Dec. 18, the day she celebrates two years of being sober.”The fear of losing brand deals, music sales, n***** and betches will no longer keep me here,” she continues, adding she has “a very toxic and codependent relationship with these apps.””My happiness is worth more to me, than using these platforms to promote. I truly believe I can get creative with marketing elsewhere,” Ari says. “I’m so exhausted with my addiction to the internet and gossip and attention and validation and yearning to be in control and over sharing. I just want to be free and complete.”She notes fans can find her on YouTube, Arilennox.com, onstage or outside and asked fans to subscribe to her mailing “to remain updated on my 2025 album and tour.”Her new single, “Smoke,” which she teased on her socials, is due out on Friday.Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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R. Kelly accused of sexually assaulting daughter Buku

R. Kelly accused of sexually assaulting daughter Buku

Photo by Randy Shropshire/Getty Images for WE tvR. Kelly’s daughter Buku Abi alleges that her father abused her when she was a child. She opens up about it for the first time publicly in a new documentary titled Karma: A Daughter’s Journey.“He was my everything. For a long time, I didn’t even want to believe that it happened,” the 26-year-old says of the alleged incident. “I didn’t know that even if he was a bad person that he would do something to me. I was too scared to tell anybody. I was too scared to tell my mom.”According to Buku, born Joann Kelly, R. Kelly assaulted her when she was about 8 or 9 years old while she was sleeping. “I just remember waking up to him touching me,” she says in tears. “And I didn’t know what to do, so I just kind of laid there, and I pretended to be asleep.”Buku eventually told her mother, Andrea Kelly, when she was 10 years old.“I really feel like that one millisecond completely just changed my whole life and changed who I was as a person and changed the sparkle I had and the light I used to carry,” she said. “After I told my mom, I didn’t go over there anymore; my brother [Robert] and sister [Jaah], we didn’t go over there anymore. And even up until now I struggle with it a lot.”Buku later said on Instagram she doesn’t hate her father and wasn’t looking for clout, noting she only opened up for her son and “peace of mind.”Two episodes of Karma: A Daughter’s Journey are now available on TVEI Networks. R. Kelly denied the allegations via his attorney Jennifer Bonjean.If you are affected by abuse and needing support, or know someone who is, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233, or the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673). You can also chat online at thehotline.org or online.rainn.org, respectively.Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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Mariah Carey is all of us as she complains about overhead lighting on ‘Las Culturistas’ podcast

Mariah Carey is all of us as she complains about overhead lighting on ‘Las Culturistas’ podcast

The Hapa Blonde/GC ImagesMariah Carey is famous for having a preferred “side” when she’s being photographed or filmed, but in an upcoming episode of Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers’ Las Culturistas podcast, she goes into great detail about what kind of lighting she prefers — or rather, doesn’t prefer.”I can’t with the overhead lighting,” she says in the clip. “Why do they do it to us? Why? And I shouldn’t even say ‘us’ because it’s not us, it’s me. I’m the one who’s the most tortured by the hideous lighting in every elevator, doorway, gyms — not that I go to the gym, but I’m just saying.”“It’s hideous lighting,” she continues. When Bowen suggests “the sun” is better, Mariah responds, “The sun is OK if it’s at sunset. And then I will gladly go outside and put a little hat on or whatever and that’ll be pretty because the sunlight’s caressing your skin.”“But it’s bad for you, so you have to be careful,” Carey adds. “But overhead lighting — I don’t think so, honey.”“Please stop it. Everywhere I go, shut the lights,” she added. “Turn them out. I don’t want to see them no more. No more, baby. Overhead lighting — it makes me sick.”Mariah’s comments came as part of a feature on the podcast called “I don’t think so, honey,” where a guest is given one minute to rant about something that bothers them.The full episode drops on Oct. 16.Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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London Charles says ‘Queens Court’ “was a chance for me to write my own story”

London Charles says ‘Queens Court’ “was a chance for me to write my own story”

NBCUniversalYou may remember Deelishis from the dating show The Flavor of Love, but it’s time to introduce you to the woman behind the brand: London Charles. She’s officially made her return to reality TV for Peacock’s Queens Court, another dating show. After nearly 20 years, during which she divorced husband Raymond Santana, London’s now the one calling the shots.”This was a time in my life where the world knew that I had had a very public and bad divorce, so I was already vulnerable in front of the world, whether I liked it or not. And my story was being told incorrectly,” she shares with ABC Audio. “This was a chance for me to … write my own story. … And give myself an opportunity to love again. … I was already in front of the world. Now it would be from my angle.”No longer dependent on Flava Flav’s decisions, the show, which Flav encouraged her to do, gave London the chance to rethink her approach to love.”It was like you’re groomed to make sure that you fit the bill for a man,” she says. “At this stage in my life, I needed to rethink that and start being myself and looking for love based on not just the man, but myself included.”With help from therapists, hosts Holly Robinson and Rodney Peete, and her sister queens K. Michelle and LisaRaye McCoy, London says dating on Queens Court was easier than in real life, though they had to vet 21 men. It was an experience that helped her learn “it’s OK for me to choose myself.””I needed to give myself that crown that comes with queen when you think of Queens Court,” London says. “So I love that they gave me that back.” Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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New Music Friday: GloRilla, Tyla, Latto and more

New Music Friday: GloRilla, Tyla, Latto and more

Since rapping, “It’s 7 p.m. Friday, it’s 95 degrees” on her single “TGIF,” GloRilla has had Fridays in a choke hold, and she doesn’t appear to be letting up. Her debut album, Glorious, is now out on a Friday, alongside the music video for “Whatchu Kno About Me” featuring Sexyy Red. Muni Long, Latto, Megan Thee Stallion, Kirk Franklin and more are also on the project.The soundtrack for Pharrell’s Lego-animated biopic, Piece by Piece, has been released, as has the movie. He has five original songs on the album, including the title track and “VIRGINIA Boy (Remix)” feat. Tyler, the Creator.Cordae is “Mad as F***,” according to his new song, accompanied by a new music video. The song will appear on his upcoming studio album, The Crossroads, out Nov. 15.Tyla’s self-titled album now has a deluxe edition, which features three new songs: “Push 2 Start,” “Back to You” and “Shake Ah,” for which she tapped rising South African stars Tony Duardo, Optimist and Maestro.Latto’s “Brokey” video has finally dropped. It was shot in Atlanta and features appearances from Rubi Rose, Desi Banks and the “Brokey” challenge winner, who lost their job participating in the challenge.Lil Baby, Lil Yachty and Rylo Rodriguez are just a few of the stars on Rod Wave’s Last Lap. The album has 23 songs and will be supported by a tour that starts Oct. 19.Stephen Marley is rerecording his dad Bob’s song “No Woman, No Cry” in honor of its 50th anniversary. He teamed with Playing for Change for the song, which will appear on its Songs For Humanity EP.Other releases:Lil Durk feat. Hunxho — “Late Checkout”DeJ Loaf — End of SummerOctober London — October NightsTamela Mann — Live Breathe FightCopyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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Summer Walker announces ‘Finally Over It’ album, lead single “Heart of a Woman”

Summer Walker announces ‘Finally Over It’ album, lead single “Heart of a Woman”

Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for MTVSummer Walker is Finally Over It. A teaser for her upcoming album finds her fresh out the shower, listening to the lead single, “Heart of a Woman,” when she receives a voicemail from a missed call.”What’s up? It’s ya girl, Summer. Leave me a message at the beep and I might back to you,” she says in the voicemail greeting, which is met with a response from her old boo: Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory. “Damn. You gonna do me like that? Hit me back. I was just helping my cuzzo with the groceries,” he says, doubling down on his explanation of footage that captured him walking into a woman’s apartment while he was dating Summer. “Let me know when you could talk, call me back,” he says in a second message.When rejected again, Lil Meech leaves a third voicemail, saying, “I know you finally over it, but damn let’s talk about it.”After hearing the final voicemail, in which he says “I love you,” Summer takes her wine glass and smashes it onto the ground. “Finally Over It. Call me before I change my number 404-476-6404 & pre-save ‘Heart of a Woman’ now,” she captioned the post, which comes days after she shared the closest guesses of her album name.Finally Over It will mark the third installment of Summer’s Over It series, following Over It and Still Over It. A release date has not been announced. Copyright © 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

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New Music Friday: Burna Boy, Lucky Daye, Offset and more

Megan Thee Stallion is not the only one with new releases this season. Here’s some of the latest and greatest to hit the culture:JT told us she was “Okay,” but Jeezy apparently is too. He appears on the “Okay Remix,” on which the now divorced…

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Roddy Ricch is saving lives in “911” music video

Bird Vision/Atlantic RecordsRoddy Ricch calls 911 in his latest single and video, directed by Spike Jordan.In it, he takes on the role of a man who saves people from danger, including a woman who almost got hit by a train. “Shake my hand, and…

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50 Cent headlining Earn Your Leisure’s Invest Fest

Paramount+50 Cent has a wealth of knowledge in business and music, so he’s sharing some with those attending this year’s Invest Fest, “a first of its kind, in-person experience to combine investing, entrepreneurship, pop culture, and entertainment…

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50 Cent headlining Earn Your Leisure’s Invest Fest

Paramount+50 Cent has a wealth of knowledge in business and music, so he’s sharing some with those attending this year’s Invest Fest, “a first of its kind, in-person experience to combine investing, entrepreneurship, pop culture, and entertainment…

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Megan Thee Stallion to kick off BET Awards 2024

BETWhen the BET Awards 2024 start on Sunday, fans will be gifted to an opening performance by Megan Thee Stallion. BET announced the news Wednesday via its Instagram.”Our favorite HOTTIE is back! MEGAN THEE STALLION WILL BE OPENING UP CULTURES BIGGEST …

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Flo Milli graces NPR’s ‘Tiny Desk’

Photo by Barry Brecheisen/Getty ImagesIt’s Flo Milli’s turn to shine on NPR’s Tiny Desk.The rapper recently appeared on the program, tapped as part of its Black Music Month celebration. She took the stage with her background singers, the Floettes,…

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Lil Jon’s music to soundtrack a few Peloton classes

ABC/MICHAEL LE BRECHT Lil Jon is all about promoting wellness of the mind, body and soul. The producer, whose love for meditation is well known, will be bringing his music to six of Peloton’s classes, including cycling, strength and meditation. He’s al…

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André 3000’s ‘New Blue Sun’ tour is on the way

Courtesy of Epic RecordsAndré 3000 is taking his debut solo album on the road. He’s announced a tour in support of the instrumental  album, New Blue Sun, described as “a celebratory piece of work in the form of a living, breathing, improvised…

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Sexyy Red announces Sexyy Red 4 President! tour

Photo by Astrida Valigorsky/Getty ImagesSexyy Red wants you to vote for her at the polls, so she’s headed on tour to start her campaign. She shared the dates and locations for her Sexyy Red 4 President! trek Tuesday, revealing the&n…

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Common song mixed into Janet Jackson’s tour set

Photo by Scott Legato/Getty ImagesJanet Jackson is on tour, and she’s been featuring songs from other artists in mixes with her own. After recently incorporating Tinashe’s new hit “Nasty” into her set, a recent show captured her dancing …

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GloRilla releases “TGIF” music video

CMG/Interscope RecordsThe video for GloRilla’s “TGIF” has arrived just days after the single dropped. Directed by Jerry Morka and Diesel, it sees Glo riding on an ATV, dancing on a tour bus and having a ball with her friends on the beach…

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Camp Flog Gnaw’s 10th installment announced

Courtesy Camp Flog Gnaw/Goldenvoice Tyler, The Creator may have canceled some of his headlining sets, but his Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival will proceed as planned. The LA-based music festival, a collaboration with Goldenvoice, will make a return in Nov…

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Will Smith to perform at BET Awards 2024

BETCulture’s Biggest Night has just gotten a little bigger. Added to the lineup of the BET Awards 2024 is Grammy-winning actor and recording artist Will Smith. He’ll be taking the stage to debut a brand-new song.”From his start as a rapper to The Fresh…

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New Music Friday: Kehlani, Ice Spice, GloRilla and more

Cheers to another New Music Friday! Here’s some of the latest to hit the culture:Kehlani’s Crash is out now, featuring 13 tracks she thought would be great to tour. “A crash, in any form, is the peak height of the moment,” she says of her new…

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