Too $hort is celebrating his 60th birthday and four decades in hip-hop with the release of his 23rd studio album, “Sir Too $hort Vol. 2: Drink & Smoke,” produced by Lil Jon. The rap legend says his love for hip-hop keeps him creating music and challenging the notion that artists have an expiration date.
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Usher says stadium tour with Chris Brown is a statement for R&B
Usher says his upcoming stadium tour with Chris Brown is about elevating R&B and proving the genre belongs on the biggest stages. While acknowledging Brown’s controversies, Usher emphasized their shared commitment to fans and hopes the collaboration will pave the way for more major joint tours.
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Druski tapped to host BET Awards, becoming youngest emcee in show’s 25-year history
By Jonathan Landrum Jr. Drew “Druski” Desbordes will host the 2026 BET Awards, becoming the youngest emcee in the show’s history. BET announced April 30 that the 31-year-old comedian and digital creator will lead the ceremony, which airs live June 28 from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Druski surpasses Kevin Hart, who previously held […]
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Pharrell calls for empathy from US leaders after being honored at Black Music Collective event
Pharrell Williams was honored with the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award at the Recording Academy’s Black Music Collective event on Jan. 29, 2026, where he called on U.S. leaders to show empathy, grace, and mercy. The evening also celebrated Brandy and Kirk Franklin, featured performances by Justin Timberlake, Tyler, the Creator, John Legend, and Coco Jones, and included a special tribute to Eve for her contributions to The Roots’ hit “You Got Me.”
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Angel Reese becomes first pro athlete to walk in Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
Angel Reese walks the runway during the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show on Oct. 15, 2025, in the Brooklyn borough of New York.
