Travis Scott: Cactus Jack really can't be stopped with 'UTOPIA' still going strong and sold-out shows, too
Just when you thought having a fire album was enough, turns out rap heavyweight Travis Scott is proving he’s must-see material with UTOPIA still doing big things around the globe. The hip-hop superstar remains the biggest selling male artist of the year while adding more massive stats for his biggest tour to date.
Westside Gunn: A full-hour long Apple Music 1 interview with Zane Lowe is a Griselda dream
Westside Gunn has plenty to talk about and a quick radio visit just doesn’t cut it. So what better way to geek out over the newly released And Then You Pray For Me than chopping it up with Apple Music 1’s Zane Lowe?
Erica Banks: Jaw-dropping pics to announce jaw-dropping news? You bet
Rap vixen Erica Banks has no problem embracing the thirst trap especially when it comes loaded with big news. Forget just putting out fire singles and collaborations, it’s all about finalizing a new Real Rap Bitch studio album for the masses.
YG: The rap heavyweight is really cracking into Hollywood with a new hip-hop drama
Forget ‘Empire’ and all of the kiddy stuff. It’s going to be some serious must-see intensity when rap heavyweight YG gets into his executive producer flexing bag courtesy of a new ‘Don’t Come To L.A.’ series gearing up to invade the culture.
Pizza Hut: The 'Girl Math' TikTok trend has you eating good-good with nearly 20 treats
As someone who works out on a daily basis and enjoys the luxuries of sweets and treats, it’s a no-brainer when you have something like Pizza Hut coming through with a mouthwatering deal worthy of your attention and ample marinara-on-the-keyboard-dodging goals, it’s vital to check it out - especially when the recent ‘Girl Math’ TikTok trend is involved.
Busta Rhymes: The new 'BLOCKBUSTA' album is loaded with star power
Does it feel like forever since getting a full-fledged Busta Rhymes album? Well, fortunately, the wait’s almost over with the newly announced BLOCKBUSTA album slated to arrive in the coming weeks.
2 Chainz: Deuce keeps it 100 on new Lil Wayne music, collaboration goals, still evolving and more
Atlanta rap heavyweight 2 Chainz is going stronger than ever these days and he knows it. The hip-hop veteran links up with Apple Music 1’s Zane Lowe to dish on everything from putting out more music with longtime pal Lil Wayne to feeling like he’s not close to hitting his prime.
Lil Wayne: The best rapper alive is back-back with Young Money Radio this week
Lil Wayne. Apple Music. Young Money Radio. Holy. Smokes. You better believe the self-proclaimed best rapper alive is ready to get things rocking in the coming days with a much-needed Young Money Radio return on the massive streaming giant.
Radical: Want free early screening passes for an emotionally-charged flick? Grab 'em while you can!
Keeping it 100? I love movies outside of what you’re used to typically seeing receive all of the media attention and those over-the-top action sequences. So when having an opportunity to not only promote but put people onto the new Radical movie at a local theater near you? Oh yes. Definitely down!
Mariah The Scientist: The new 'To Be Eaten Alive' artwork has me giddy for Friday
There’s no doubt - when it comes to fire music and delivering eye-opening visuals, singer Mariah The Scientist comes through clutch. So it’s no surprise the countdown to her To Be Eaten Alive studio album hype just intensified with the reveal of her cover art.
Tyga: The rap heavyweight really went nude for the 'gram on a beach, of course
Tyga. Nude. What more do you want? Oh, the photo(s), right? Gotcha. The hip-hop heavyweight has been doing this a long time and embracing his birthday suit even when it’s not his birthday.
Summer Walker: The R&B crooner delivers with her new 'Girls Need Love (Girls Mix)' EP
What more could you want from R&B singer Summer Walker than a fire song? How about multiple anthems? The crooner has come through on a promise of releasing a new Girls Need Love (Girls Mix) EP to the masses to get your Friday goals going right-right.
Oxymorrons: The new 'Melanin Punk' debut album has officially arrived
Need new tunes to get your Friday started right-right? Say less. New York music crew Oxymorrons have come through with their new Melanin Punk - not to be confused with Cyberpunk 2077, of course - and it’s loaded with turn up vibes.
Rosemarie & Ryan Tedder: The revamped Faith Evans 'Love Like This' classic gets a modern vibe
It’s tough to touch classics and put a fresh spin on them but when you’re Rosemarie and you have the passion of someone like Ryan Tedder working alongside you, it’s only right to put out a revamped Faith Evans ‘Love Like This’ type classic.
Doc Ish, Madishu & Highlife Gully: The new 'Mr. & Mrs. Smith' anthem really goes hard
It’s rare for a fire song to have equally fire artwork and vice versa, but with ‘Mr. & Mrs. Smith,’ it’s clear Doc Ish, Madishu and Highlife Gully come through like the Big 3 with some serious star power on a fire tune.
N3WYRKLA: The new 'GMFU' anthem is the type of audio fire you need on a Friday
It’s a New Music Friday and what better way than getting put onto some audio fire courtesy of alternative and hip-hop artist N3WYRKLA and the new ‘GMFU’ anthem?
Jada Pinkett Smith: There's no holding back with Sway In The Morning
It’s no secret - Jada Pinkett Smith has plenty to talk about these days. So it’s all types of must-see and must-hear vibes with the Hollywood star coming through for a sit-down alongside SiriusXM’s ‘Sway in the Morning’ with the legendary Sway Calloway.
The Color Purple: The star-studded cast glow all the way up on ESSENCE cover
Need a reason to root for the Hollywood actors strike to come to a swift, positive end? How about seeing how much star power graces the new ESSENCE magazine with mounted hype for The Color Purple to hit theaters this winter holiday season.
Terrence J & Pronghorn: The new HBCU homecoming tour launches this week at Howard University
It’s all about diversifying your bonds and Terrence J knows it. The Hollywood heavyweight has teamed up with Pronghorn - the purpose driven capital investment firm dedicated to bridging equity gaps in underserved communities - for a full-fledged new HBCU homecoming tour.
Ken Carson: The new 'A Great Chaos' album deserves ample replays on replays on replays
Replays. Repeat mode. Whatever works for you of course because when you tap into what rap artist Ken Carson is stirring up for the culture? It’s tough. The new A Great Chaos album? Multiple listens? Vital.