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In the latest issue of Interview Magazine, Kanye West has a conversation with director Steve McQueen, whose film 12 Years a Slave is nominated for Best Picture at the 2014 Academy Awards and whom West considers one of his biggest inspirations. McQueen also created the visuals for West's "Blood on the Leaves." -
Kanye West 'Yeezus' goes platinum despite album sales of less than 700k
Kanye West can add another platinum item to his collection. And no, it's not a custom wedding ring for the soon-to-be Mr. Kardashian. His sixth studio album "Yeezus" has just been certified platinum by the RIAA meaning the album has shipped over a million copies. -
Yeezianity, a church inspired by Kanye West, totally exists and it's actually not crazy
Kanye West may have proclaimed "I Am A God," but now a new religion has popped up inspired by Yeezus himself. An anonymous man has created Yeezianity, the premier religion inspired by the persona and music of Kanye West. -
For Better or Worse, Village Voice's Pazz+Jop Rank the Top Albums and Singles of 2013 [POLL]
While many argue the merits of the long-suffering publication as well as the results therein--hey, the lot of us feel the same way about the Grammys--the Voice's P+J issue (conceived of by disgraced music editor, Bob Xgau) is about as consensus as we're likely to get these days. -
Bruce Springsteen calls Kanye West 'incredible' in NPR interview
It seems that lately everyone is asking celebrities, especially musicians, what they think of Kanye West. Most recently we learned that President Barack Obama is a fan of West's music despite having had beef with him in the past. Now, thanks to an interview with NPR, we've learned that Bruce Springsteen is also a fan of Yeezus. -
Coinye West is officially done after Kanye West files New York lawsuit
Kanye West has gotten his wish: Coinye West is dead. After the "Bound 2" rapper issued a cease-and-desist letter last week and filed a lawsuit in New York State today (Jan. 14), the coin's creators have finally called it quits. -
Kanye West allegedly punched man for yelling crude insults at Kim Kardashian
Kanye West allegedly punched an 18-year-old man for yelling crude insults at his fiancé, Kim Kardashian, TMZ reports. Their sources say Kardashian was swarmed by photographers at a Beverly Hills medical building. The man had reportedly tried to help her get through the crowd and said to her, "F**k these fa**ot-ass n***rs," referring to the paparazzi. She reportedly told him not to use the N-word, and he screamed at her, "F**k you, b*tch. Just trying to help you. Shut up n***r lover, stupid sl*t." -
Haim says 'Yeezus' was a favorite album last year and they want to tap into their "inner Kanye" in 2014
A lot of people start a new year with goals and a vision toward what's next, and the same is true for Haim sisters after an amazing run in 2013. -
Kanye West issues cease-and-desist letter Coinye West cryptocurrency creators
If you want to name a virtual joke after Kanye West, be warned: the rapper does not take his name and likeness lightly. Last week, Music Times reported that a new cryptocurrency, Coinye West was set to launch Jan. 11. Instead of being flattered that the Internet money would be named after him, Yeezus himself has issued Coinye West's creators a cease-and-desist letter. -
Kanye West announces more 2014 Yeezus tour dates [SCHEDULE]
After putting out a critically acclaimed album and tour in 2013, Kanye West continues on the road in 2014 in support of Yeezus. He has just announced new tour dates, which go throughout February mostly along the East Coast. -
Kanye West, Tyga hit the studio for new project, 'The Gold Album: 18th Dynasty'
Rap fans had better get ready because Tyga and Kanye West are in the studio together. Less than a month after the release of his mixtape Well Done 4, the "Wait For A Minute" rapper is working on new music with Yeezus himself. -
David Bowie loves Lorde, 'Royals' singer finds inspiration from Kanye West, Arcade Fire
In a new interview with Tavi's Rookie Magazine, Lorde and teen entrepreneur Tavi discussed a wide variety of topics, including feminism, fame and the backlash to her hit song "Royals." Among the intelligent conversation between the two young women, Lorde also spilled her run-ins with some fellow musicians who happen to love her stuff. The person who seemed most happy to meet her? None other than David Bowie.
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