It was once “strictly 4 Madonna.” But now, a handwritten apology letter that Tupac Shakur wrote the Material Girl a year before his death is going to auction. Two years ago, Madonna attempted to stop its sale when she told a judge that her celebrity “does not obviate my right …
Read More »Banks Sings About Tainted Love in New Song 'Contaminated'
Ahead of the Friday release of Banks’ latest album III, the pop singer has shared an infectious new single titled “Contaminated.” “‘Contaminated’ is about being addicted to a toxic relationship. The more you give, the less of yourself you become,” the singer born Jillian Banks said of the BJ Burton-produced …
Read More »Michael Jackson Fan Clubs in France Sue 'Leaving Neverland' Accusers for Defamation
Three Michael Jackson fan clubs in France have filed a lawsuit against Wade Robson and James Safechuck, the two men who accused the late pop star of sexual abuse in the HBO documentary Leaving Neverland. The three organizations – Michael Jackson Community, MJ Street and On the Line – accused …
Read More »Lobsters, Robots Battle in B-52s' New Animated 'Rock Lobster' Video
A pod of lobsters try to fend off an invading horde of alien robots in the wild new animated video for the B-52s 1979 classic, “Rock Lobster.” Animated by Laurent Mercier and Cedric Bernard of Callicore Studios, the video boasts a vibrant color palette and a delightfully surreal edge. In …
Read More »Beyonce, Donald Glover Tease 'Can You Feel the Love Tonight' Duet in 'Lion King' Clip
Beyoncé and Donald Glover tease their “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” duet in the latest sneak peek at the upcoming live-action The Lion King remake. The teaser clip – featuring the chorus from the eagerly awaited rendition of Beyoncé and Childish Gambino tackling the Grammy-winning Elton John/Tim Rice classic …
Read More »Lil Uzi Vert Hit a Rut. Then 'Slayerr' Happened
For a brief moment it felt like Lil Uzi Vert had lost a step. Though you wouldn’t be able to tell from his enraptured fanbase, or the rap writers still reminiscing over his prolific 2016 assault, the Uzi that redefined the rockstar template with petulant, high energy odes to nihilism …
Read More »Migos Throw $500,000 Around in 'Stripper Bowl' Video
On Super Bowl weekend 2019, the Atlanta label Quality Control – home to Migos, Lil Yachty, Stefflon Don, City Girls and more hip-hop stars – threw a “Stripper Bowl” party at Atlanta strip club The Gold Room, where allegedly $500,000 worth of bills were thrown in one night. So goes …
Read More »Baby Rose Stands Alone at the Party in Sultry Video for 'Mortal'
Up-and-coming R&B singer Baby Rose stands alone in the crowd in her new music video for “Mortal.” The clip, starring Rose, is a classic illustration of how one can feel isolated and alone at a party. As Atlanta revelers dance around her in slow motion, the 24-year-old singer from Washington, …
Read More »Hear Mac Miller's First Posthumous Verse on Free Nationals' 'Time'
Mac Miller raps about dedicating space and time to grow in a waning relationship, even if it leads to the couple’s demise on the Free Nationals’ new song, “Time,” which also features Kali Uchis. The track, which was recorded in May 2018 with the group best known as Anderson .Paak’s …
Read More »Watch Jessie Reyez, 6LACK Perform 'Imported' on 'Colbert'
Jessie Reyez stopped by The Late Show to perform her single “Imported” along with collaborator 6LACK, who appears on the track. Accompanied by a live band, Reyez took the stage alongside 6LACK to offer a moody rendition of the sultry number. In the clip, the pair toss lyrics back and …
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