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If you’re looking for a voice that’s reminiscent of the jazz and soul artists of the past—look no further than singer Ledisi. After her third studio album in 2007 brought her not one but two Grammy nominations, the New Orleans-born, Oakland-bred singer was thrust into the spotlight and subsequently, into the hearts of… Read more…
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With the surprise release of his new album, “GNX,” Kendrick Lamar delivered an early holiday gift to fans on Friday. With the Drake feud firmly behind him, it looks like the “Not Like Us” Grammy nominee is already picking his next crop of targets. On the track “Wacced Out Murals,” he has a very specific
With the surprise release of his new album, “GNX,” Kendrick Lamar delivered an early holiday gift to fans on Friday. With the Drake feud firmly behind him, it looks like the “Not Like Us” Grammy nominee is already picking his next crop of targets. On the track “Wacced Out Murals,” he has a very specific
We often mourn the deaths of celebrities we love as if they’re our own loved ones. But the collective mourning is always more pronounced when dealing with the death of a larger-than-life figure who earned the mantle of “legend.” Read more…
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Gabby Thomas and Jordan Chiles may be a decorated Olympic athletes, but now they can add yet another coveted feat to their names: Sports Illustrated models. – Shanelle Genai Read More Read more…
This has been a banner year for Black Excellence. Whether it’s politics, entertainment, science, or business, Black folks have dominated the culture. We’re celebrating all that we’ve achieved this year with the 2024 Root 100. There is no shortage of legends, pioneers, influencers and rising political stars to honor… Read more…
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Although fans initially responded with mixed feelings when they learned that André 3000’s late 2023 album “New Blue Sun” featured him playing the flute, this hasn’t stopped the record from receiving critical success. Read more…
The Recording Academy has unveiled the nominees for the highly anticipated 67th Annual GRAMMY® Awards, showcasing the diversity, innovation, and exceptional artistry of today’s music scene. Beyoncé leads the pack with 11 nominations, followed by Charli XCX, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, Post Malone, Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, and Taylor Swift, each securing prominent places with
We’re jumping full steam into awards season with the nominees for the 67th Grammy Awards. For everyone who said the great rap beef of 2024 would hurt hip-hop, Kendrick Lamar would like a word. He garnered seven nods, with his “Not Like Us” up for both Record and Song of the Year. Just in case
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When someone of Quincy Jones’ stature passes away, their past comments are given new life. In the aftermath of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ arrest, the great producer’s opinions on the Bad Boy founder’s music ability—or lack thereof—are resurfacing. Read more…
Quincy Jones’ Brutally Honest Opinion of Diddy Resurfaces Read More »
