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If you were asked to quickly write down the first five Asian-American rappers that come to mind, would you be able to do it? First-time director, Salima Koroma, recently debuted her highly-anticipated documentary, 'Bad Rap,' at the 2016 Tribeca Film Festival in New York City. Koroma chopped it up with Music Times to discuss the film, explaining why she set out to tackle the issue of Asian Americans' missing identity in hip hop and disecting the stereotypes that plague their careers. -
'Nina' Director Addresses Zoe Saldana's Black Face and Wanting Mary J Blige for Lead Role
The director of the "Nina," Cynthia Mort, has decided to speak out against some of the film's recent backlash. She addressed the criticism surrounding Zoe Saldana being cast in the project and wearing black face, and points out how she initially wanted Mary J. Blige to play the lead role. -
Miami Rappers Trick Daddy & Trina to Join 'Love & Hip Hop' Franchise
Since the announcement was made that Mona Scott-Young was planning to expand her "Love & Hip Hop" franchise to Miami, New Orleans and Houston, many supporters of the show became curious as to who she would get to join cast. Now, at least one of the cast members of the new Miami market, Trick Daddy, has spoken out and confirmed his spot on the show, while Trina is also rumored to be joining the cast. -
Nicki Minaj Sex Scenes in New Movies? Not on Meek Mill's Watch
Meek Mill won't allow Nicki Minaj to have sex scenes in her new movie career. Nicki Minaj has a supporting role in the new movie Barbershop: The Next Cut, but don't expect to see her in a sex scene. -
St. Vincent’s Annie Clark Writing, Directing 'XX' Horror Anthology Movie
Annie Clark, aka St. Vincent, is venturing into the movie industry by writing and directing a new chapter in the recently announced 'XX' horror anthology created by women. -
Fatboy Slim, Idris Elba Made A Song For Movie 'Bastille Day'
Stringer Bell and Fatboy Slim cooking up some beats for Elba's upcoming movie. Fatboy Slim and Idris Elba are up to something. Fatboy Slim, real name Norman Cook, has teamed up with The Wire star on a new song that is for the upcoming action film Bastille Day. -
Ice Cube's Film Sparks Movement, 'National Black Barbershop Weekend'
The Ice Cube produced blockbuster franchise, "Barbershop," is headed to theaters this Friday with its third installment, "Barbershop 3: The Next Cut." The film's light and humorous plot comes with a deep-rooted uderlined message geared toward the black community that has sparked a movement, and united real life barbershops across America, in the new initiative - National Black Barbershop Weekend. -
Ariana Grande Channels Marilyn Monroe in MTV Movie Awards Performance [WATCH]
Ariana Grande took her love for movies one step further by performing her sultry, new song "Dangerous Woman" at the MTV Movie Awards by channeling her inner Marilyn Monroe. -
Conan O'Brien & Steven Yeun of 'TWD' Star in North Korean K-Pop Music Video "Fire" by JY Park
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New Edition Mini Series Adds 'Empire's' Byrshere Gray & Preps New Album
As if hearing the news that BET and New Edition will soon be releasing a mini-series based on the group's success story; now fans have even more news to get excited about, with the announcement that "Empire" star Bryshere Gray has been added to the cast. And, the group will be releasing new original music for the series' soundtrack. -
'American Idol' Runner Up, La'Porsha Renae Officially Signs to 'Motown Records'
American Idol may have come to an end with La'Porsha Renae standing in the runner up position but, her vocals have allowed her to take her talent to new heights. Despite losing the competition, the soulstress has officially signed a record deal with Motown Records. -
'American Idol' Coming Back? Idol Judges, Host, Show Runners Hint Show's Return
American Idol just concluded after it announced its 15th season winner, Trent Harmon with La'Porsha Renae placing second, but even before the show came to a close, there are already many apparent clues that the show will soon be back and will not be gone for a long time.
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