Source: Sophie Bassouls / Getty Friday marks the 100th birthday of James Baldwin, one of the most iconic figures in American literature and society, and one of the most treasured by the Black community.  His work so masterfully unpacked social issues, from what freedom must mean for all Black people—to all people—more than a generation after his death in 1987, that we can hear him in the work of Kendrick […]

The latest release of gospel songs this week (August 2) include Chandler Moore, Ryan Ellis and more. Chandler Moore released an album today titled, Chandler Moore: Live in Los Angeles. As you can imagine, the music was recorded live in L.A. with an energy unmatched as he and his friends and fans came together for worship. While all songs are available for streaming now, there’s a spotlight on a track […]

Source: Prince Williams / Getty Ciara and Monica recently linked up in Atlanta, and the fashion girlies are gagging. The two powerhouse vocalists and trendsetters slayed on stage and social media to mark Missy Elliott’s Out of This World tour stop in Atlanta. Ciara co-headlines the intergalactic tour, while Monica was one of Atlanta’s surprise guests. To the excitement of hip-hop heads and ’90s R&B lovers, Missy brought Monica during […]

Source: Joi Stokes / Getty Grammy award-winning gospel powerhouse Tamela Mann gives the inside scoop on her new single and upcoming project! LIKE US ON FACEBOOK. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE. This highly-anticipated studio album speaks to the real side of being a believer. She opens up about life’s hardships—dealing with death, depression, doubt, and so much more—but “choosing to live” for God in the midst of it! Darlene deems […]

Source: YouTube / NPR The LOX had their turn at a Tiny Desk Concert on NPR, and Hip-Hop fans are absolutely loving it if social media reactions are any indication. The Yonkers’ three-headed rap monster of Jadakiss, Sheek Louch and Styles P performed with a live band, and there shouldn’t even be a question that it was fire (see: Verzuz). Over 30 years (y’all are old) in the game means […]