Could Gamification Be The Next Way To Discover Hits? New App Beat Fever Says Yes
A new app aims to completely change the way artist Market their music to get hit records.
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Fans Attending The Vans Warped Tour Pitch In To Clean Up Festival Grounds
Hundreds of fans will do some good this year, before they party at the Vans Warped Tour.
Here Is Why NFL Star Marcell Dareus Is Opening A New School In Haiti
NFL star Marcell Dareus will return to Haiti next week, where he will meet with the Prime Minister.
Do Bouncers At Clubs Enforce Dress Codes Equally Across Races?
Are venues being racist when they selectively enforce dress codes?
Kim Jong-Un Is Living Larger Than Any Rapper, Even Diddy
Even though there are worldwide sanctions on North Korea, and half the population is starving, The Supreme Leader and his family are known for their lust for luxury goods.
Graffiti: Modern Artform Or Menace To Society?
What makes art…art?
Philly's Most Wanted Rapper ABH Exhibits How Cartoons Helped Him Escape From The Mean Streets
Veteran rapper ABH is showcasing another side of his creativity in new exhibit in L.A.
The SpotiFive: Five Hip-Hop Songs – Friday June 8
Mozzy, Tyler the Creator, Future and Lil Wayne all dropped heat this week.
New Exhibit Tackles Stereotypes And Showcases Chinese Americans Role In Hip-Hop
Chinese Americans play an important role in hip-hop and a new exhibit highlights their accomplishments.
Kanye West Demonstrating His Ignorance – And It's Dangerous According To Professor Michael Eric Dyson
Professor Michael Eric Dyson has some thoughts on Kanye West ideology.
Toki Wright Bringing Hip-Hop Business To Berklee’s Professional Music Department
Good news for fans of Hip Hop who are seeking education about the business.
An International Battle Heats Up To Free A Turkish Rapper Accused Of Promoting Drugs
Rapper Ezhel was arrested on pre-trial detention in May, accused of ‘publicly promoting drug use’ in his lyrics, music videos, and social media posts.
This Is The Secret Meaning Behind Kanye West's New Album Title
At first glance, one may think Kanye's new album is named after him. But it's a little deeper than that.
Rick Ross Gives Up Five Really Valuable Tips So You Can Be The Biggest Boss
Last week, Wale made an announcement that he signed with Warner Bros. Records and is no longer an artist signed to Rick Ross' Maybach Music Group.
New Digital License Plates Will Be Cool But Will The Government Be Watching Us?
Sacramento, California is the first city in the United States to test digital license plates. Things could get interesting.
Will These Lab Made Diamonds Finally Be Good Enough For Rappers?
De Beers just announced a new company specializing in making lab made diamonds. Will rappers take to it?
Gun Violence Survivors 4 Wheel City Will Not Let Their Disabilities Hold Them Back
Rappers Tapwaterz and Rickfire may have lost their ability to walk due to gun violence, but their voices are still being heard.
Drake's Ex-Girl Sophie B. Is More Than A Big Butt and A Smile
Drake's potential baby mama is way more than a big butt and a smile
Rapper Dee-1 & Sallie Mae Host 5K Race To Help Fund College Scholarships
Dee-1 is helping out college students once again through his partnership with Sallie Mae.
New Technology Could Line The Pockets Of Street Performers Around The World
London is testing a new way for street performers to accept payments.
What The Hell Is Unconscious Bias Training, And Will It Work For Starbucks?
Today, Common is helping Starbucks re-train their employees. But what exactly is he doing?
The Black Eyed Peas Aim For "Sweet" Results In New Tech Experiment With "Sugar Tokens"
The Black Eyed Peas have teamed with a tech company to offer fans a new digital token.
Queen Latifah's Alliance With Strayer Could Take The University To The Next Level
Strayer University has tapped legendary rap star Queen Latifah to teach students everything they need to know about the real world.
Donald Glover And The State Of "Black Genius"
Music has been one of the few arenas in which African-Americans have been afforded genius status. The locus for this shift is hip-hop.
Nicki Minaj Giving Away More Financial Aid For College To Her Fans
Nicki Minaj is giving away more financial aid money to her fans so they can pay off their college debt. The reaction was tremendous!
MC Kidd.T Gave Up College To Pursue His Dream Of Being A Rapper
Read up on a new buzzing rapper coming straight outta Chiraq.
A Look At The Players On 'The Rap Of China'
Take a look at some of the influential participants on the internationally known reality show "The Rap Of China."
How Going To The Barbershop Has Become A Life Saver For African-American Men
Going to the barber can literally be a matter of life and death for African-American men.
The Concept Of Entertainment: What Role Does It Play In Your Life?
Most people look at the concept of being entertained as something we do in our spare time. But there's more to it than that according to a new study.
This School Will Teach You All You Need To Know About Marijuana
A school in Oakland, California is teaching students the ins-and-outs of the marijuana business.
Rap And Gown: Hip-Hop Artists As Commencement Speakers
In recent years, colleges and universities have begun to see commencement as an opportunity to book rappers!
Black Veg: How A Plant-Based Diet Saved Brooklyn Borough Prez, Eric L. Adams
The upcoming Black VegFest aims to revolutionize veganism this summer.
Rap Music's Path From Pariah To Pulitzer
The story of hip-hop is one of rebellion, attempts at censorship and, finally, artistic acceptance.
Meet The Guys Who Brought Sexy Limo Scene To Life In "Bartier Cardi"
Rap superstar latest to use Paintscaping's powerful tool.
Why Public Enemy's Song About TV Addiction Is More Relevant Today Than Ever
Public Enemy's classic 1988 song "Channel Zero" has more meaning today than when it first came out.
From A Symbol Of "Broken Britain" Grime Has Become A Voice For The Voiceless
Grime continues to provide a prominent voice of hope to those who feel that the political classes have forgotten about them.
In Philly, It's "Training Day" For Real When It Comes To The Cops…Just Ask Meek Mill
Read the story of some Philly cops with connections to the Hip-Hop game...
Hip-Hop, Architecture, Intersects At Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit
Michael Ford has combined his love of hip-hop and architecture, and now he's going to be teaching it to students.
Charles Barkley's New Tech Deal Brings African-American History To Thousands Of Students
Sir Charles is about to school thousands of students in African-American history thanks to a new technology deal.
Analyzing Stan: What Eminem's Superfan Can Tell Us About Mental Health
We wanted to explore Stan’s mental health and how his early childhood neglect and psychological trauma may have contributed to chemical changes in his brain.
New Play Brings Homer’s Odyssey To Chiraq
Two internationally-known brothers who specialize in reinterpreting Shakespeare, are putting a Twist on Homer's "Odyssey."
Black Panther Roars. Are We Listening?
Marvel’s had big hits before. But this feels like something different.
Lil Xan Gets Sober And Changes His Mission
Lil Xan wants to change his image but can he do it with this name?
Meet The Swedish Producer Who Went To Africa To Score "Black Panther" Movie
Director Ryan Coogler tapped his go-to composer Ludwig Göransson to come up With "Black Panther" music.
T.I. Is After The "Mulaah" With Investment In New App
More than an app, Mulaah is a well designed, personalized mobile system that allows smartphone users to customize their device, including themes, apps, icons, and games.
Senegal's Rappers Continue To "Cry From The Heart" For A More Just Society
Across the Atlantic, musicians in many African countries are in the vanguard of popular struggles, not only providing a symbolic soundtrack but marching on the front lines and leading social movements.
This Is How Trae Tha Truth's Relief Gang Is Cleaning Up Texas
Trae Tha Truth is rebuilding Texas - literally - with the help of some famous friends.
New App Spotlite Turns College Students Into A&R's
A new app called Spotlite wants to harness the power of students, and where to find the next big thing in music.
This Is The Student Who Received $50,000 from Drake
Drake just gave some life-changing money to a student at the University of Miami.
Black America's "Bleaching Syndrome"
Mathew Knowles recent comments about Beyonce's light skin shows the longstanding issues of color amongst African-Americans.
