Burna Boy Becomes First Afrobeats Artist to Play London’s New Apple Music Hall

The last time Burna Boy made serious noise in London, he was filling London Stadium, becoming the first African artist to headline a UK stadium back in June 2023.[#item_full_content]  

Chris Brown and Usher Share the Stage for ‘Back to Sleep’ in Atlanta After Reported Backstage Clash

One night after an opener where the two headliners never appeared together, Chris Brown and Usher finally stood side by side in Atlanta.[#item_full_content]  

Lil Baby Releases Fifth Album ‘Fresh’ Featuring Future and Young Thug

The most interesting thing about Lil Baby’s new album might be who he left off it.[#item_full_content]  

Wizkid’s KES 2 Million VIP Table Package for Nairobi Show Sparks Conversation in East Africa

A luxury table for Wizkid’s Nairobi show reportedly costs KES 2 million, roughly Sh70m in Ugandan money, and it comes with a car waiting at your front door.[#item_full_content]  

Eminem’s Publisher Sues AI Music Generator Suno for $41 Million

Eminem isn’t actually suing anyone, but his catalog is. Eight Mile Style, the publisher that controls rights to 269 of his compositions, has filed a lawsuit against AI music generator Suno in San Francisco federal court, seeking roughly $41 million.[#item_full_content]  

Prosecutors Cite Lil Durk’s Use of Cash in Arguing Against His Bond

Federal prosecutors have a new reason they want Lil Durk kept behind bars, and it comes down to cash.[#item_full_content]  

Masicka Sets December 19 for His Own Forever1NE Music Festival

Masicka is stepping into the promoter’s role. The dancehall star has named December 19 as the date for Forever1NE, a music festival he is staging himself, with Dexter Daps, Chenille Mure and I-Wayne confirmed as supporting acts.[#item_full_content]  

Nicholas Irving Calls Nicki Minaj’s Moment at Trump Event “A Disgrace”

Nicki Minaj is facing sharp criticism from Nicholas Irving, who says her decision to stand and turn around at Donald Trump’s request during a recent event was a low point for the rap star.[#item_full_content]  

Charleston White Says Lil Pab’s Mother Backed Lil Durk’s Bond Because She Blames Quando

Charleston White has offered a blunt explanation for why the mother of Lil Pab, the slain associate of Quando Rondo, lent her support to Lil Durk’s bid for bond.[#item_full_content]  

Lil Durk Associate Brands Vonnie a “Snake” Over Trial Testimony

The fallout from Lil Durk’s trial is still spreading through the rapper’s circle, and one man who moved in that world is now openly calling Vonnie, the associate whose testimony drew wide attention, a snake and a snitch.[#item_full_content]