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T.I. Partners With TIDAL for Atlanta Pop-Up Concert
T.I. has announced an exclusive TIDAL pop-up concert taking place in Atlanta next Monday.
Taylor Swift Responds to Kanye West With Grammy Acceptance Speech
Taylor Swift became the first woman to take home the Album of the Year award twice and she used her acceptance speech to clap back at her rap nemesis.
Chingy Discusses ‘The Purge,’ Says ‘People Put Me on a Pedestal’
Chingy is fresh out the lab with new music, and looking to put St. Louis back on the map. But if you do anything, don't call his resurgence a comeback
‘Empire’ Season 2, Episode 6 Recap: Hakeem Returns Home, Cookie Has Sex With the Enemy and Jamal’s Career Takes a Hit
In this week's episode of 'Empire,' Hakeem returns home after being kidnapped, Cookie has sex with the enemy and Jamal's career takes a hit.
Farrah Franklin Talks New Music, Destiny’s Child & Life After the Limelight [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]
Singer Farrah Franklin, a former member of Destiny's Child, makes a return with her new song, "Magic & Make Up." Read on as she opens up to The Boombox about her new music, what life would be like if music was never an option and her storied past.
Jay Z, Beyonce, Nicki Minaj, Usher & More Perform at TIDAL X Concert [EXCLUSIVE]
Missed the TIDAL X: 10/20 Concert with Beyonce, Nicki Minaj, Jay Z, Usher and more? Find out what went down at the Barclays Center in New York here.
Everything You Need to Know About ‘Empire’ Before Season Two Arrives
Before loyal viewers can dive into the FOX series, The Boombox is here to help newbies get schooled on all things 'Empire.' If you're new to the show, here's everything you need to know about 'Empire' before season two arrives.
Raury Turns Up at MTV’s Artists to Watch Showcase in New York [EXCLUSIVE VIDEO]
It’s not everyday you come across something musically refreshing from Atlanta in 2015, but on Monday night (June 22), Atlanta’s rising star Raury lit up MTV’s summer Artists to Watch showcase in New York.
‘Sisterhood of Hip Hop’ Season 2, Episode 2 Recap: Siya Is Fed Up With Tank, Nyemiah Supreme Faces a Big Decision, Brianna Perry Learns How to Grind
In this week's episode of 'Sisterhood of Hip Hop,' Nyemiah Supreme has a hard decision to make, Siya cuts ties with Tank and Brianna Perry learns what it means to grind.
Chief Keef and Andy Milonakis Take an Out of This World Trip in ‘Glo Gang’ Video
Both eccentric and a bit out of this world, Chief Keef and Andy Milonakis team up in the visual for their latest DP Beats-produced track, "Glo Gang"
Bobbi Kristina’s Boyfriend Nick Gordon Falls Apart During Dr. Phil Interview [VIDEO]
Bobbi Kristina's boyfriend Nick Gordon falls apart during this interview with Dr. Phil. Take a look at the disturbing scene.
Azealia Banks Debuts Interactive ‘Wallace’ Video
Azealia Banks has created another first by teaming up with Google Cloud for the release of her new video "Wallace."
Jarren Benton Talks Breaking the Mold, His Serious Side & ‘Slow Motion’ EP [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]
Jarren Benton opens up to The BoomBox about his new material, breaking the mold when it comes to Atlanta hip-hop, the price he paid for success and the serious side of 'Slow Motion.' Get involved in the conversation.
‘Love & Hip Hop’ Season 5, Episode 1 Recap: Mendeecees Is Released From Jail, Peter Gunz Welcomes Another Baby
In this week's episode of 'Love & Hip Hop,' Mendeecees is released from prison and Peter Gunz welcomes another baby.
Kinship’s ’90s Girl Bomber Jacket Features Aaliyah, Mariah Carey, TLC & More
Do you love the '90s? Yes? Well so does Kinship, a new New York-based brand that is literally letting ladies wear their love of '90s R&B divas like TLC, Aaliyah and Xscape on their sleeves.
Sean John Releases 2014 Holiday Dressing Guide
Halloween's passed, but that doesn't mean you have to stop playing dress-up. With fall in full effect and winter just around the corner, Sean John is helping consumers dress and accessorize for the season with its 2014 Holiday Dressing Guide.
Remy Ma Talks Family, Freedom & Life After Prison [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]
Remy gives an intimate interview about motherhood, marriage and readjusting to the world after serving her sentence.
Twista Talks ‘Dark Horse’ Album, Hip-Hop’s New Age & Chicago’s Rising Stars [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]
Twista opens up about his new album, 'Dark Horse,' hip-hop in 2014 and the rising talent coming out of Chi-town.
Broadway Resurrects Tupac Shakur With ‘Holler If Ya Hear Me’ [EXCLUSIVE]
Nearly 20 years have passed since Tupac Shakur's murder on the Las Vegas strip, but even though he's gone physically, the rapper is being brought to life -- at least through his music -- with the Broadway play 'Holler If Ya Hear Me.'
Sam Smith Performs Sold-Out Show at New York’s Apollo Theater, Brings Out Mary J. Blige as Surprise Guest [EXCLUSIVE]
Ready to celebrate his crossover success, British-born singer Sam Smith hit one of America's music-making headquarters to kick off his five-month tour, bringing hundreds of fans together at the Apollo Theater in New York's famed Harlem neighborhood.
‘Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta’ Season 3, Episode 3 Recap: Mimi Blows Up on Nikko, Kirk Receives His Baby’s DNA Results
The drama continues on 'Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta' with Mimi going off about her leaked sex tape and Kirk receiving the status of his baby's DNA results.
10 Best R&B Girl Groups
From SWV to Destiny's Child, The Boombox takes a look at 10 Best R&B Girl Groups.
‘SWV Reunited’ Season 1, Episode 4 Recap: Taj Faces Divorce Rumors, Coko Cancels Tour Show
For the past three weeks, 'SWV Reunited' has found a how-can-we-up-the-ratings storyline that's all about Coko, but this week -- until the last 45 seconds -- the spotlight shines bright on Taj as some blogger continually reports that she's getting a divorce from her longtime husband, Eddie.
SWV Team Up With Sean Garrett in ‘SWV Reunited’ Sneak Peek [EXCLUSIVE VIDEO]
As the ladies of SWV solidify themselves in the world of reality TV with the upcoming fourth episode of their WE tv series, 'SWV Reunited,' The Boombox is here to give you an exclusive first look at this week's saga, which includes arguments over songwriting.
‘SWV Reunited’ Season 1, Episode 3 Recap: Truth Comes Out in Therapy, Coko Says She’s Going Solo
Tears and tensions were at an all-time high as the credits rolled at the end of last week's episode of 'SWV Reunited,' but that was just a sneak peek into the feuds that would escalate as the girls come to Jesus and realize there's no trust in the group.
‘SWV Reunited’ Season 1, Episode 2 Recap: Coko Is Cancer-Free, Cory Gets Fired
Last week, Lelee, Taj and Coko ended their first episode of reality TV sitting on a couch in Nashville, Tenn., as the latter sat on the phone with her doctor waiting to find out if her future was breast cancer-free. This week, the girls find a reason to jump to their feet and celebrate because all the lead singer can do is scream, "Woo! I'm cancer-free!"
Havoc Talks Prodigy, New Mobb Deep Album With ‘The Breakfast Club’
As Mobb Deep get ready to celebrate the 20-year anniversary of their hip-hop legacy, Havoc gives details on the duo's new album.
Sage the Gemini Reaches Platinum Status With ‘Gas Pedal’
Sage the Gemini has proven to be rap's latest success story as he found a way to take his debut single to platinum status.
Karmaloop Releases New Miss Winter Lookbook
Just because the holidays are over doesn't mean the world's coldest season has come to an end, and neither does its sought after fashion. To ring in the New Year, Karmaloop is giving consumers an array of seasonal must-haves to choose from with its Miss Winter Lookbook.
Algebra Blessett Delivers ‘Right Next to You’
Ready to reintroduce herself to fans, Algebra Blessett, is will release her sophomore album, 'Recovery,' later this month. But before her R&B and neo-soul sounds hit store shelves, the ATL-bred singer delivers a new song, 'Right Next to You,' to her supporters.