• Linda Perry Apologizes to Lady Gaga, Diane Warren for 'Til It Happens to You' Writing Claims

    Lady Gaga may or may not have written the Oscar-nominated song "Til It Happens to You," but Linda Perry is taking back her accusations that the pop superstar is getting unnecessary credit from Diane Warren in order to boost their chances of an Academy Award. After throwing fire at the songwriting duo Monday (Jan. 18) on Twitter, Perry has retracted her claims and apologized.

  • Killer Mike Says Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Was About Social Justice

    Killer Mike spoke with Professor Cornell West, Senator Nina Turner and Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders to discuss Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, which Mike says is more radical than most perceive. The panel discussed many aspects of the important Reverend and social activist's legacy, and the effects that his advocacy of civil rights has had on society today. Each participant had a unique vision of the iconic Doctor, and paid tribute respectively. However, Mike's perspective differed a bit from others on the panel and said that Dr. King was more about social justice than others thought.

  • Pickathon 2016 Lineup: Jeff Tweedy, Yo La Tengo, Beach House Headline

    Pickathon is one of the most beloved festivals by fans and artists in the rock and folk communities, and the Oregon-based three-day concert continues that tradition with another stacked lineup for 2016. On Tuesday (Jan. 19), Pickathon revealed its full roster, including Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy, Yo La Tengo, Beach House, The Oh Hellos, Dan Deacon and more.

  • Curren$y 'The Owners Manual' EP Tracklist, Artwork Revealed

    Curren$y has been on his grind. Spitta just dropped a brand new album Canal Street Confidential last month and is already gearing up to release a brand new car-themed EP today, The Owner's Manuel. He unveiled the artwork and tracklist late last night.

  • Democratic Debate: Hillary Clinton on the Offensive Against Bernie Sanders in Charleston

    Bernie Sanders is slowly closing on in Hillary Clinton in key primary states like Iowa and New Hampshire. The Vermont senator has been able to capitalize on the liberal fervor that has swept a generation of younger voters and others disenchanted with America's wealth inequality and special interest influence. On Sunday night (Jan. 17), the Democratic presidential candidates participated in their third debate, and as Sanders' star rises, Clinton went on the offensive, calling out Sanders on stage over his apparent inconsistencies and possible deficiencies in the event that he were elected.

  • Future Explains Using 'Dirty Sprite' References in His Music: "It's A Catch"

    Many agree the 2015 was a big year for Future. The Dungeon Family's signature raspy, crooked crooning could be heard blasting out of car stereos in almost every month of 2015. However, some of Future's music, particularly his references to "dirty sprite" (a popular drug referenced in many hip-hop tracks) may be part of an image that he calls "just a catch."

  • Arcade Fire Lead New Orleans Second Line Parade to Honor David Bowie [WATCH]

    Staying true to their word, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band and Arcade Fire teamed up to pay a unique tribute to a one-of-a-kind entertainer, David Bowie. Saturday night brought about a traditional second line parade as they flowed through the French Quarter streets in New Orleans all with one man and his accomplishments in mind.

  • Jada Pinkett Smith, Spike Lee to Boycott the 2016 Oscars Over Lack of Diverse Nominees [WATCH]

    On Thursday (Jan. 14), the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences released the official nominations for the 88th annual Academy Awards. While some actors basked in the excitement of receiving an Oscar nod, many actors were angered by a noticable pattern. Actress Jada Pinkett Smith and director Spike Lee recently announced their decision to boycott the forthcoming Ocar ceremony due to continuous lack of diversity.
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