Brian Josephs
Happy Birthday, Jazmine Sullivan!
There's been a lot of good hip-hop dropping this year, and fans are getting more next week with Young Thug, Meek Mill and Tyler the Creator each dropping new albums next week. The only bad thing about the new heat is that it overshadows some of the stuff in the R&B lane. Jazmine Sullivan, who turns 28 today (April 9), is one example.
Public Enemy’s ‘Brothers Gonna Work It Out’ Is an Underrated Black Liberation Anthem Necessary for Today
Twenty-five years ago, Public Enemy debuted their third studio album, 'Fear of a Black Planet,' which featured the underrated black liberation anthem, "Brothers Gonna Work It Out." The song is as important today as it was then. We revisit the track and its place in today's landscape.
Happy Birthday, Biz Markie!
Somewhere in America, there's a frat house or some teenager blasting "Just a Friend." The song is just that timeless. We have its creator Biz Markie to thank for that. The rapper turns 51 today (April 8).
Happy Birthday, Eddie Murphy!
Today (April 3) is Eddie Murphy's 54th birthday, which gives us another reason to marvel at his greatness both on camera and on the mic.
Happy Birthday, Marvin Gaye!
April 2 is the day we remember a legend. Happy birthday, Marvin Gaye! The singer would have turned 76 today.
Jamie Foxx and Chris Brown Perform ‘You Changed Me’ at 2015 iHeartRadio Music Awards [VIDEO]
Jamie Foxx puts on a solid performance of his new song, "You Changed Me," with Chris Brown at the 2015 iHeartRadio Music Awards.
Sam Smith Delivers Tender Performance of ‘Lay Me Down’ at 2015 iHeartRadio Music Awards [VIDEO]
Soul crooner Sam Smith won a slew of trophies at the Grammy Awards back in February. The “Stay With Me” singer continues his winning streak at the 2015 iHeartRadio Music Awards on Sunday (March 29).
10 Most Anticipated Rappers & Singers at SXSW 2015
There are hundreds of artists performing in Austin, Texas in March for the annual SXSW music festival. This is a solid starting point of what's to come down south. Check out the 10 Most Anticipated Rappers & Singers at SXSW 2015.
Kanye West Steals Beck’s Spotlight During Album of the Year Presentation at 2015 Grammy Awards [VIDEO]
Remember Kanye West's mic-stealing moment with Taylor Swift at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards? The rapper poked fun at himself by reenacting the infamous act at the 2015 Grammy Awards.
Beyonce’s ‘Drunk in Love’ Wins Best R&B Song, Self-Titled LP Wins Best Surround Sound Album at 2015 Grammy Awards
Looks like Beyonce isn't leaving the 2015 Grammy Awards empty handed.