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Stanford Gets Ready to Welcome “Professor” Tyra Banks

Model, mother and now M.B.A professor? Tyra Banks proves there’s nothing she can’t do. According to the Wall Street Journal, Stanford University enlisted the multitalented entrepreneur to help America’s next top businesspeople on personal brand and social media networking. The graduate-level course, “Project You: Building and Extending your Personal Brand,” teaches a group of 25 student on […]

[Interview] JoJo Talks Living Her Best Life and Unapologetically So

JoJo is back with new music and a clear sound. As someone who’s dominated the charts since she was a teenager, the now 25-year-old songstress has been taking control of her life and career, and unapologetically so. After a nasty battle with her former record label, JoJo finds herself at Atlantic Records. After releasing “Triangle,” during which […]

There’s a Release Date for the “What The” Air Jordan 1

A major retailer confirms the “What The” Air Jordan 1 release date.

Zines and Disappointment at Frank Ocean’s ‘Boys Don’t Cry’ Pop Up

Fan lined up for a zine and album at Frank Ocean’s “Boys Don’t Cry” pop-ups across the country, but more than a few left empty-handed.

LeBron James Threw His Wife a Sick Birthday Party With a Mostly ’90s Hip-Hop Playlist

LeBron James’ wife Savannah Brinson was thrown a ’90s-themed party for her 29th birthday.

Watch Frank Ocean Perform “Ivy” and “Seigfried” Back in 2013

Long before the release of ‘Blonde,’ Frank Ocean performed “Ivy” and “Seigfried” at a gig in Munich back in 2013.

Producer Lou Pearlman Dies In Prison, Responsible for ‘NSync, Backstreet Boys

While serving a 25 year prison sentence for a ponzi scam he ran back in the late ’90s, producer Lou Pearlman is dead at the age of 62. According to NBC News, a cause of death was not listed in federal records. Pearlman’s attorney argued at the time of sentencing, when Pearlman was 53 years old, […]

Turkey Blames ISIS for Bombing That Killed 50 at Wedding Ceremony

A day where family and friends gathered to celebrate the new union of two people came to a horrific end as a suspected suicide bombing ripped through a street in southeastern Turkey late last night [Saturday, August 20], killing at least 50 people, and wounding over 90. Over 200 guests piled into a street in the city […]

Nate Diaz Says He Lost to Conor McGregor Partially Due to Injuring His Knee Before UFC 202

Nate Diaz says a knee injury before his rematch with Conor McGregor made him lose at UFC 202.

Project Pat x Rick Ross x Walden Ash “Flip That B***h”

The Memphis OG Project Pat releases a new track called “Flip That Bitch”. He teams up with Rick Ross, who featured Pat on his 2014 album Hood Billionaire, and also new rising Canadian artist, Walden Ash. The three rappers exchange flows over a 808 Mafia production. https://soundcloud.com/therealprojectpathcp/project-pat-ft-rick-ross-x-walden-ash-flip-that-bitch

Notorious B.I.G. Originally Wanted Tupac To Be His Manager

Well, we all know that the B.I.G. vs. Tupac beef didn’t start off between enemies. According to author Ben Westhoff, the two even entertained the thought of being business partners. In Westhoff’s book entitled Original Gangstas: The Untold Story Of Dr. Dre, Eazy-E, Ice Cube, Tupac and the Birth of West Coast Rap, it has […]

Someone Should Make a Sport Where Fighters Hit Each Other With Just Their Hands

A punches-only sport? It’s wild that no one has thought of this before.

Leo DiCaprio’s Hillary Clinton Fundraiser Will Now Be Hosted by Justin Timberlake

Leonardo DiCaprio passed his duties for the Hillary Clinton fundraiser to Timberlake.

What Will Rio Be Left With After the Olympic Games?

After the Olympic officials, athletes, and press leave, Rio is left facing many challenges.

Ray Rice Spoke to the Florida State Football Team About How He Derailed His NFL Career

Ray Rice said to the Seminoles football team on Friday, “I lived a dream, and I also lived a nightmare.”

French Montana Remixes Young M.A.’s “Ooouuu”

New York rapper Young M.A. has a bonafide boom-bap hit on her hands with “Ooouuu,” the latest Brooklyn upstart to gain national attention on the mixtape circuit. M.A., who has followed “Ooouuu” with formidable bangers like “Summer Story,” is celebrating the success of her hit and it’s signature line–“You call her Stephanie? I call her […]

Jeremih Drops “Pass Dat” Remix, Featuring The Weeknd, Young Thug and Chance The Rapper

Frank Ocean wasn’t the only R&B singer who’d gone on a significant hiatus in recent years. Multi-talented Chicago singer Jeremih‘s Late Nights album was one of the most hotly-coveted albums out there before its December 2015 release, partly due to the fact that the “Oui” singer had been teasing the LP and its title since […]

Frank Ocean Drops New Album, ‘BLONDE,’ Exclusively Through Apple Music

He made us wait, and wait, and wait. Then, when we thought the wait was over last July, he made us wait some more. Then, when we thought the wait was over this July, he made us wait again. Two Fridays ago, we were sure the wait was over. It wasn’t. Even this Friday, when […]

On The Rise: Toronto’s Manny Rite Is Finding A Way Or Making One

The connections between creating music and playing sports are not difficult to point out. Both require perseverance, practice and passion. Hard work goes into both, and at the end of the day, it feels like you win some and you lose some. For rising artist Manny Rite, the key is to apply what you learned along […]

On The Rise: Hella Names Is Making Hella Moves His First Year In The Game

Let’s face it. Every die-hard music fan’s guilty pleasure is to discover new artists and put them on to their friends, specifically when it’s before an artist takes off. With streaming sites such as Spotify and SoundCloud running the game, each and every person with an internet connection has the opportunity to be their own […]

On This Rise: AirlineJay Is Fighting The Good Fight With His Brand Of Feel-Good Music

As YG wondered aloud, “Why you hatin’ on the progress?,” one can’t help but feel how that very sentiment applies to so much we experience both on a daily basis and throughout our lifetimes. What’s the point if we’re not moving forward? Placing trust in the process, struggle and progress is what brings us all […]

Mike Epps, T.I. To Star in Restaurant Comedy ‘The Trap’

Mike Epps and Tip “T.I.” Harris are co-starring in and producing a new comedy The Trap. Chris Robinson is on board to direct while Epps and Harris and play brothers in the film, which is centered around a restaurant. Queen Latifah also serves as a producer through her Flavor Unit Entertainment company with Shakim Compere. They hope […]

Skip Bayless Claims Kanye West Made Mike Tyson Move Out of His Seat at UFC 202

Kanye West made Mike Tyson move out of his seat at UFC 202, according to Skip Bayless.

Kim Kardashian’s Ass Breaks the Internet Once Again With Twerking Snapchats

Kim Kardashian posts Snapchats of herself twerking in Mexico.

Elizabeth Smart: “Pornography Made My Living Hell Worse”

In a new campaign against porn, Elizabeth Smart talks about her kidnapping and abductor.

Here’s a Look Inside Frank Ocean’s ‘Boys Don’t Cry’ Zine

Check out selected pages from Frank Ocean’s ‘Boys Don’t Cry’ zine.

Hero Unearths Matthew McConaughey’s Bizarre YouTube Channel

A reddit user unearthed a rarely-used YouTube channel owned by Matthew McConaughey.

*NSYNC and Backstreet Boys’ Former Manager, Lou Pearlman, Has Died at 62

Lou Pearlman, the former manager of *NSYNC and Backstreet Boys, has died at the age of 62.

The Internet Is Lit After Brazil Men’s Soccer Team Won Its First Olympic Gold Medal Ever

Brazil’s hero Neymar scored the winning goal to defeat Germany 5-4 in a shoot-out after full time.

People Are Already Reselling Frank Ocean’s ‘Boys Don’t Cry’ Zine on eBay for $1,000

People are already trying to resell Frank Ocean’s ‘Boys Don’t Cry’ zine on eBay for $1,000.

The NBA Reacts to the USA Women’s Basketball Team Winning Their Sixth Straight Gold Medal

Team USA women’s national basketball team beat Spain 101-72 in the gold medal game.

Matt Lauer Calls Out Ryan Lochte for Lying in New Interview About Rio Robbery

Ryan Lochte admits he “over-exaggerated” the details of his destructive night in Rio with Matt Lauer.

As Expected, Twitter Is Going Crazy Over Frank Ocean’s New Album ‘Blonde’

Twitter went crazy after Frank Ocean finally dropped his second album ‘Blonde.’

Frank Ocean Just Released His New Album, ‘Blonde’

Frank Ocean has finally released ‘Blonde,’ the album fans have been waiting for.

Frank Ocean Launches ‘Boys Don’t Cry’ Pop-Up Shops in Major Cities

Frank Ocean hosts ‘Boys Don’t Cry’ pop-up shops in Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, and London.

Ali Daqneesh, Older Brother of Boy in Viral Syrian Photo, Dies in Airstrike

10-year-old Ali Daqneesh died Saturday after an airstrike in Aleppo, Syria.

New Nike Kobe 11’s Have Released

Nike has just released a new colorway of the non-flyknit version for a Kobe 11. The pictured colorway of the Nike Kobe 11 is reported to be in at least one Foot Locker House of Hoops location near you. Which most certainly indicates that the shoe will more than likely release in a higher stock […]

The Under Armour Elite 24 Game Preview

The Under Armour Elite 24 Game will Take place today at Brooklyn Bridge Pier 2 at 7:30 One of the biggest summer games for the nations best High School prospects will take place today in Brooklyn for the 4th straight year. The game will feature 24 of the nations best high school players. The game […]

Judge Clears Lil Durk of Probation Violation, Gun Charges Dropped

A Cook County judge cleared Lil Durk of probation violation and the prosecutor dropped the gun charges altogether.

A Breakdown of the Powerful Cultural References in Frank Ocean’s “Nikes”

A breakdown of the references in Frank Ocean’s new “Nikes” video.

Al Roker Becomes a Legend on Twitter After Blasting Ryan Lochte on the ‘Today’ Show

Al Roker wasn’t holding back when discussing how Ryan Lochte lied, and Twitter was loving every minute of it.

These Under Armour ClutchFit Drive 3s Are for the Elite

Elite 24 athletes will get high and low tops for this weekend’s event.

LeBron James on Kevin Durant Joining the Warriors: “It’s All Great for Our League”

LeBron James actually thinks Kevin Durant signing with the Warriors was “great” for the NBA.

Nick Cannon Opens Up to Amber Rose About His Sex Life With Mariah Carey

Nick Cannon opens up to Amber Rose about his sex life with Mariah Carey and reveals they hooked up to her own music.

Evidence Points to New Suspect in ‘Making A Murderer’ Case

The lawyer of ‘Making a Murderer’ subject Steven Avery will attempt to overturn his conviction in light of new evidence.

J.R. Smith to Anyone Wondering About His Future: Call My Agent

J.R. Smith tells anyone curious about his future in the NBA to call his agent.

The Creators of ‘Stranger Things’ Tease the Fates of Barb and Dr. Brenner in Season 2

The Duffer Brothers tease the exits of Barb and Dr. Brenner in season 2 of ‘Stranger Things.’

Doernbecher x Air Jordan 7s Are Coming

Watch for Doernbecher Jordan 7s to release in the fall.

Is It Too Late to Say Sorry: A Timeline of Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez’s Relationship

We put together a timeline of how this whole Justin Bieber/Selena Gomez saga has played out.

CDC Extends Zika Travel Caution In More Parts of South Florida

On Friday August 19, federal health officials advised that all pregnant women and their respective partners hold off on traveling in any part of the tourism hub of Miami-Dade County following an increase in mosquito-born Zika transmission in Miami Beach. This comes just three weeks after officials identified Miami’s Wynwood Art District as a transmission […]

Nike Is Already Making Sneakers for the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo

While the games wind down in Rio, Nike already has eyes on Japan.

U.S. Swimmer Gunnar Bentz Gives His Account of What Happened That Night in Rio With Ryan Lochte

Gunnar Bentz, one of the U.S. swimmers with Ryan Lochte during the now infamous incident, releases a statement detailing what he told Brazilian police.

See What Happens When an Adult Film Star Watches Her Own Porn

Here’s what happens when adult film star Kagney Linn Carter watches her own porn.

Samsung To Close Milk Music

On August 19, Samsung announced it would be closing its Milk Music streaming service on September 22. Samsung told current users to switch to Slacker, which has been powering Milk since its launch. The company said: We have made the strategic decision to invest in a partner model focused on seamlessly integrating the best music services available today […]

[Listen] Usher calls on 2 Chainz, Gucci Mane and ASAP Ferg for “No Limit” Remix

There’s no limit when it comes to Usher. The 37 year old, who recently teamed up with Young Thug for their “No Limit” collaboration has now released a “G Remix” just in time for the weekend. Featuring 2 Chainz, Gucci Mane and ASAP Ferg, the track is quite different from the original, as Usher makes […]

Team USA Chooses Gymnast And Gold Medalist Simone Biles as Flag Bearer

In case Simone Biles wasn’t already having an unbelievable Olympic career, the latest in Team USA news has her beaming with pride. Under the United States Olympic Committee, her teammates voted her flag bearer for the Closing Ceremony, which is held on Sunday, August 21. “This experience has been the dream of a lifetime for me and my […]

Bad News About Drake’s OVO x Air Jordan 12

An update on the OVO Jordan 12.

FEC Not Amused by Party Candidates ‘Deez Nuts’ and ‘Butt Stuff,’ Plans to Crack Down on Lister Antics

The FEC is not amused by party candidates ‘Deez Nuts’ and ‘Butt Stuff’ and has announced it is cracking down.

How a Twitter User Spoiled the Secret of Frank Ocean’s Woodshop Album Stream for ‘Endless’ Months Ago

Turns out this Twitter user had inside information on Frank Ocean’s project for months before ‘Endless’ came out.

Vince Staples Is Hosting Private ‘Prima Donna’ Screenings in New York and L.A.

Vince Staples is hosting a screening of ‘Prima Donna’ in New York on Aug. 24 and Los Angeles on Aug. 25.

Frank Ocean Debuts “Nikes” Video on Apple Music

A day after releasing the visual album ‘Endless,’ Frank Ocean returns with his new song “Nikes.”

‘Ben-Hur’ Flops In Its Opening Weekend

The costly epic ‘Ben-Hur’ is on track to make a disappointing $12 million in its opening weekend.

‘Ben-Hur’ Flops In Its Opening Weekend

The costly epic ‘Ben-Hur’ is on track to make a disappointing $12 million in its opening weekend.

Gucci Mane Will Release Ice-Cream Inspired Dad Hats

Gucci Mane is just the newest rapper to join in on making profit off his own merchandise. Almost every artist has their own merchandise and most have succeeded in the sales area so of course Gucci was going to join in on the fun. Not to mention, there are a million graphic tees with Gucci’s […]

White Supremacist Stabs Interracial Couple, Planned to Attack Black Lives Matter

White supremacist arrested for stabbing interracial couple wanted to attack Black Lives Matter too.

Wale and Tha Dogg Pound Relax and Chill in LA for Their “Gangsta Boogie” Video

Wale and Tha Dogg Pound relax around LA in their new video for “Gangsta Boogie.”

Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz Separated by Police at Heated UFC 202 Weigh-in

Conor McGregor shouted, “You should’ve killed me when you had the chance!”

L.A. Reid Confirms a New A Tribe Called Quest Album Is Coming Soon

Epic Records’ CEO L.A. Reid reveals a new A Tribe Called Quest album was finished before Phife Dawg passed away.

Donald Trump Outrages Black Voters by Telling Them “You’re Living in Poverty” and Twitter Responded

Donald Trump told black voters they’re living in “poverty” and Twitter had a lot to say about it.

Michael Phelps Speaks on Ryan Lochte Alleged Robbery Scandal

A paparazzo captured Phelps’ perspective as he exited a Starbucks.

Dikembe Mutombo Says He’s OK With Olympians Using His Legendary Finger Wag Celebration

Dikembe Mutombo says he doesn’t mind, “as long as they recognize who they got it from.”

A Tribe Called Quest To Release New Album Recorded Prior to Phife Dawg’s Death

During an interview on the RapRadar podcast, Epic Records’ L.A. Reid hinted that A Tribe Called Quest has a new album on the horizon. “You know what I’m excited about, though: A Tribe Called Quest,” Reid said. “We have a Tribe Called Quest album coming. I’m really excited about that. Man, it’s really something special. It’s one of the things that […]

A Japanese Wrestler Celebrated Gold Medal By Slamming Her 56-Year-Old Coach Onto The Ground

21-year-old Risako Kawai had no mercy on her middle-aged coach.

Malia Obama Reportedly at Party Shut Down by Police

First daughter Malia Obama reportedly attended a party shut down by police during the first family’s vacation.

Bad Boy Family Reunion Tour Delayed Due to Puff Daddy’s Shoulder Surgery

The Bad Boy Family Reunion Tour has been delayed a week to allow Puff Daddy time to recover from his shoulder surgery.

Future Signs Atlanta’s Steelo Steezy to His Freebandz Label

Rising Atlanta rapper Steelo Steezy announces he’s signed to Future’s Freebandz record label.

Frank Ocean’s New “Visual” Album ‘Endless’ Is Better Without the Visuals

Frank Ocean’s ‘Endless’ is more for your ears than your eyes.

Floyd Mayweather Drops $2.5 Million on Another Very Rare Supercar

Floyd Mayweather ordered a KODE57 enji supercar for a cool $2.5 million.