Usher, Jermaine Dupri, Akon Offer Exclusives in ASCAP Holiday Auction
*The ASCAP Foundation has launched its fourth annual Holiday Auction, featuring over 70 one-of-a-kind items and experiences donated by top music creators, including Usher, Jermaine Dupri, and Akon. According to the news release, this year’s auction is the largest in its history, with proceeds supporting the Foundation’s mission to nurture the next generation of songwriters […]
Red Carpet: ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Celebration Honors Usher, Victoria Monét & Lil Baby | WATCH
*On June 27, the 2024 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Celebration took over the rooftop of The London Hotel in West Hollywood, CA! The event honored Usher with the prestigious Voice of the Culture Award, Victoria Monét with the Vanguard Award, and Lil Baby as the Songwriter of the Year. The celebration also recognized the […]
Jermaine Dupri Addresses Claims He ‘Fumbled’ Janet Jackson
*Jermaine Dupri and Janet Jackson dated from 2002 to 2009, and fans often remind him that he let a great one slip away. Recently, one person told the music producer that he “fumbled” with Janet, prompting the So So Def founder to respond on social media. As Complex reports, Dupri turned to X/Twitter on Sunday […]
The Impact Network to Air the 5th Annual Pink Awards on April 30
*The Impact Network is set to air the 5th Annual Pink Awards on April 30th. This iconic event is a tribute to breast cancer survivors and exemplifies the network’s dedication to providing inspiring and uplifting programming for the Black community. Hosted by actors Malik Yoba (BET’s “First Wives Club”) and Carl Anthony Payne (“Martin”). The ceremony will take place in Atlanta, […]
Jermaine Dupri Talks Hulu’s ‘Freaknik’ Documentary | WATCH
*Earlier this year Hulu announced a documentary about the wildest party in Black culture, known as Freaknik, and the internet went crazy. Many wondered if they would see themselves in the documentary and kids were anxious to see if their parents would be exposed. “Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told” produced by Jermaine Dupri tells […]
Jermaine Dupri to Women: ‘No Strip Club, No Date’ | Video
*Jermaine Dupri prefers a woman that is keen on accompanying him to strip clubs. But if she is not into adult entertainment venues, she may not be the right match for him. “If [a woman I’m dating] came to Atlanta, and I said ‘We going to Magic City tonight’ and she was like ‘Well, you […]
Waka Flocka Flame and Desi Banks’ ‘We Playin’ Spades’ Podcast Brings All the Jokes – Jermaine Dupri’s Youngest Asks Why Her Mom Left Him + More | PicVIDEOs
*Rapper Waka Flocka Flame and comedian Desi Banks have a new podcast called “We Playin’ Spades.” The show features many celebrity guests who challenge Waka and Desi to a game of spades while sharing insights about their careers and lives. However, during the game, contestants risk losing their Black cards. Nekia Nichelle from “Just N […]
Jermaine Dupri Gets Inducted into Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame – Ashanti and Nelly Reconnecting Has Social Media in A Chokehold + More | PicVIDEOs
*Jermaine Dupri is all the way up after being inducted into the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame in Atlanta, Georgia. He captioned the video, “Man!! I just got inducted into the @blackwalkoffame and it feels amazing !! A lady on the red carpet asked me does this mean Atlanta is the new Hollywood? […]
Unfortunately, Flavor Flav’s Mic Was On/Sings National Anthem At NBA Game – Janet Jackson and Jermaine Dupri Hang Out After OneMusicFest + More | PicVIDEOs
*Who thought it would be a good idea to have Flavor Flav sing the National Anthem at the Hawks-Bucks Game? One supportive fan posted, “You can tell he truly rehearsed this and sang to the best of his ability. Love it. So happy for him, go Flav!” Another cheered him on but demanded the resignation […]
Tyler James Williams Honored at 2023 TIME100 Next Gala – Jermaine Dupri Laments Not Getting Respeck From Music Industry + More | PicsVIDEOs
*Honorees attended TIME100 Next Gala in Midtown Manhattan on Tuesday evening. One of the honorees was Tyler James Williams. The Golden Globe winner honored his mother in his acceptance speech, who motivated him to be unique. “Everyone in this room, at some point or another, had to make a complicated choice to choose to do […]
Celebrating Black Music Excellence: Highlights from the 2023 BMAC Gala | EURExclusiveWATCH
*On Thursday, September 21, the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles came alive with the vibrant energy of the music industry’s most influential figures at the third annual Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) Gala. This star-studded event, presented by Live Nation and hosted by entertainment & lifestyle specialist Kenny Burns, brought together musicians, executives, and […]
Jermaine Dupri Rejects Claims He ‘Dropped the Ball’ on Latto
*Jermaine Dupri is pushing back on talk that he missed an opportunity to cash in on Latto, the 2016 winner of his television competition series, “The Rap Game.” The show followed aspiring teen rappers facing each other in weekly challenges in pursuit of a released single and record deal with Dupri. But Latto turned down […]
Jermaine Dupri Responds to Janet Jackson Dating Rumors
*Jermaine Dupri and Janet Jackson sparked speculation that they are back together after the hip-hop mogul was spotted at the singer’s Atlanta stop of her “Together Again” tour last month. Dupri touched on the subject earlier this month at the Lovers & Friends festival. Speaking backstage to HipHopDX, the outlet asked him what he and […]
Robin Thicke Defends Accusations of Culture-Vulturing – Savannah James Briefly Steps into the Spotlight w/New Interview + More | PicsVideos
*Webbies, did ya’ miss us? We’ll don’t despair, we got some Social Heat for ya’. Robin Thicke spoke of his love of Black culture on the We In Miami podcast. He mentioned the names of family members involved with some aspects of Black artistic and societal experiences. However, he addressed how many members of our […]
Bow Wow Says He’s ‘Following’ Mentor Jermaine Dupri Again – Jamie Foxx Still Not of the Woods Says Source + More | PicsVideo
*Here comes the brand new flava for your eyes, Webbies; check out what’s trending for Social Heat. After their awkward reunion at the ‘Lovers & Friends’ festival, Bow Wow announced that he is following his mentor Jermaine Dupri, founder and owner of So So Def Records, once again, according to TMZ. Bow Wow acknowledges it’s […]
