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Jack Harlow Reflects on Drake’s Influence: “Cool To See A Rapper Really Be A Rapper”
NewsApr 24, 2026

Jack Harlow Reflects on Drake’s Influence: “Cool To See A Rapper Really Be A Rapper”

Jack Harlow openly credits Drake as a major influence, noting the legendary rapper’s blend of rap and melody shaped his own artistic direction. He sampled Drake on the track “Lovin On Me” and highlighted Drake’s minimalist, spacious production style during...

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Drake’s ICEMAN ‘Ice’ Installation Turns Into Viral Hunt and High-Priced Resale Phenomenon
NewsApr 24, 2026

Drake’s ICEMAN ‘Ice’ Installation Turns Into Viral Hunt and High-Priced Resale Phenomenon

Drake’s ICEMAN campaign turned a massive ice installation in Toronto into a viral scavenger hunt, culminating in the reveal of his album’s May 15 release date. Fans chipped away at the sculpture, uncovering a cryptic “202426 will be my year” message...

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Ice Spice Turns Viral Fast-Food Moment Into Unexpected Brand Play With Wendy’s
NewsApr 24, 2026

Ice Spice Turns Viral Fast-Food Moment Into Unexpected Brand Play With Wendy’s

Bronx rapper Ice Spice sparked a viral clash at a Los Angeles McDonald’s, then quipped that the drama wouldn’t happen at Wendy’s. The fast‑food chain quickly replied with a custom graphic and caption, reframing her comment as a promotional hook....

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Paul Pierce Acknowledges Paternity in Custody Dispute Over Infant Son
NewsApr 23, 2026

Paul Pierce Acknowledges Paternity in Custody Dispute Over Infant Son

Paul Pierce has formally acknowledged paternity of a two‑month‑old son, King Rafael Santiago Pierce, amid a custody battle with mother Princess Santiago. Santiago is seeking sole custody, $30,000 per month in child support, $100,000 in legal fees, and roughly $19,000...

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Prince 10 Years Later: A Purple Legacy That Will Never Fade
NewsApr 22, 2026

Prince 10 Years Later: A Purple Legacy That Will Never Fade

Ten years after Prince’s death, his estate marked the anniversary with a free public opening of Paisley Park, a concert screening, and a moment of silence at 4:21 p.m. The summer will host “Prince Celebration 2026,” featuring members of The New Power Generation,...

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Item Removed From Iceblock Reveals Drake’s ‘Iceman’ Is Set for May 15
NewsApr 21, 2026

Item Removed From Iceblock Reveals Drake’s ‘Iceman’ Is Set for May 15

Drake’s upcoming album *ICEMAN* will drop on May 15 after a viral stunt in downtown Toronto. Streamer Kishka climbed a massive ice block, retrieved a blue case labeled “Freeze the World,” and delivered it to Drake’s home, where the release date...

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Zohran Mamdani Teams With Cardi B To Push Universal Childcare Initiative Across NYC
NewsApr 21, 2026

Zohran Mamdani Teams With Cardi B To Push Universal Childcare Initiative Across NYC

New York Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani has partnered with Grammy‑winning rapper Cardi B to promote his universal childcare plan, a policy aimed at delivering free 2‑K programs to low‑income neighborhoods. The collaboration includes Cardi B judging a jingle contest and appearing in a...

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‘Trinity: The Story Of The L.O.X.’ Set To Premiere  At Tribeca Film Festival
NewsApr 21, 2026

‘Trinity: The Story Of The L.O.X.’ Set To Premiere At Tribeca Film Festival

The documentary *Trinity: The Story Of The L.O.X.* will debut at the 25th‑anniversary Tribeca Film Festival, marking its world premiere in the 2026 lineup. Directed by Bill Horace, the 88‑minute film chronicles the Yonkers trio—Jadakiss, Styles P, and Sheek Louch—from their early...

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SOURCE SPORTS: Mark Wahlberg Confirms Working On Biopic About Baseball Legend Pete Rose
NewsApr 20, 2026

SOURCE SPORTS: Mark Wahlberg Confirms Working On Biopic About Baseball Legend Pete Rose

Mark Wahlberg announced on the Throwbacks podcast that a Pete Rose biopic is in active development, with a completed script and ongoing talks with filmmakers. Rose, the all‑time MLB hits leader with 4,256 hits and multiple championships, remains a polarizing...

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From ‘The Jacksons: An American Dream’ to ‘Michael’: Evolution Of MJ’s Cinematic Power
NewsApr 20, 2026

From ‘The Jacksons: An American Dream’ to ‘Michael’: Evolution Of MJ’s Cinematic Power

The 1992 ABC miniseries *The Jacksons: An American Dream* set a benchmark for music biopics, earning an Emmy for choreography and featuring 38 songs that mixed original recordings with cast performances. Decades later, Antoine Fuqua’s *Michael*—starring Jaafar Jackson—revives the story...

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Jaafar Jackson Steps Into Legacy Role as Epic ‘Michael’ Biopic Approaches Release
NewsApr 20, 2026

Jaafar Jackson Steps Into Legacy Role as Epic ‘Michael’ Biopic Approaches Release

Jaafar Jackson, son of Jermaine Jackson, has been cast to portray his late uncle Michael Jackson in the upcoming biopic *Michael*, slated for theatrical and IMAX release on April 24, 2026. The film, directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by...

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Akademiks Claims ‘ICEMAN’ Rollout Will Redefine How Albums Are Released
NewsApr 20, 2026

Akademiks Claims ‘ICEMAN’ Rollout Will Redefine How Albums Are Released

Drake’s forthcoming album ICEMAN is generating buzz as a potential blueprint for album rollouts in the streaming era. Media personality DJ Akademiks highlighted Drake’s recent Instagram story confirming the album’s delivery and suggested the release could redefine how major projects...

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‘Euphoria’ Returns With Time Jump And a Darker Chapter in Season 3
NewsApr 20, 2026

‘Euphoria’ Returns With Time Jump And a Darker Chapter in Season 3

The third season of HBO’s Euphoria debuted on April 12, 2026, leaping five years ahead to follow its characters as young adults. The eight‑episode run explores darker themes, including Rue’s $100,000 debt‑driven drug mule work and Cassie’s turn to OnlyFans...

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Today In Hip Hop History: ‘Who’s The Man’ Movie Soundtrack Released 33 Years Ago
NewsApr 20, 2026

Today In Hip Hop History: ‘Who’s The Man’ Movie Soundtrack Released 33 Years Ago

On April 20, 1993, Uptown/MCA released the *Who’s the Man?* movie soundtrack, assembling a roster of East Coast hip‑hop heavyweights. The album featured the debut appearance of The Notorious B.I.G. with “Party and Bullsh*t” and contributions from House of Pain,...

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