![Jacinta Howard](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2016/02/jacinta2.jpg?w=300&q=75)
Jacinta Howard
![Jacinta Howard](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2016/02/jacinta2.jpg?w=300&q=75)
![5 Reasons Janet Jackson Belongs in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2018/10/janet-jackson.jpg?w=980&q=75)
5 Reasons Janet Jackson Belongs in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
When you list the artists who've been snubbed by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, one of the most jaw-dropping has to be Janet Jackson.
![Eazy-E Clowns Dr. Dre: Oct. 19 in Hip-Hop History](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2018/10/oct-19-hip-hop-history.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Eazy-E Clowns Dr. Dre: Oct. 19 in Hip-Hop History
Black Moon debuts, Erick Sermon goes solo, Eazy-E releases a scathing Dr. Dre diss, MeShell Ndegeocello creates a new soul standard, U-God and Pharoahe Monch make their solo debuts.
![Ludacris Becomes a Star With ‘Back for the First Time': Oct. 17 in Hip-Hop History](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2018/10/oct17-hip-hop-history.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Ludacris Becomes a Star With ‘Back for the First Time': Oct. 17 in Hip-Hop History
Whodini becomes the first hip-hop act to chart in the Top 40, Deltron 3030 visits the dystopian future, Talib Kweli and Hi-Tek team up, Ludacris drops his major label debut, and Eminem and Wyclef Jean are born.
![Kelis – ‘Milkshake': Throwback Video of the Day](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2018/08/kelis.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Kelis – ‘Milkshake': Throwback Video of the Day
Fifteen years ago, Kelis brought "all the boys to the yard" with her sexy sweet dance hit.
![R. Kelly’s Ex-Wife Details Alleged Abuse: ‘He’s Definitely a Monster’](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2018/06/rkelly.jpg?w=980&q=75)
R. Kelly’s Ex-Wife Details Alleged Abuse: ‘He’s Definitely a Monster’
Andrea Kelly recalls years of physical, verbal and mental abuse, including one horrific incident when the singer allegedly hog-tied her to the bed.
![Chance the Rapper Confirms Joint Album With Kanye West Is on the Way](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2018/06/chance-kanye1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Chance the Rapper Confirms Joint Album With Kanye West Is on the Way
The Chicago rapper says 'Ye taught him how to multi-task, and also confirmed that another joint project is on the way.
![Cardi B Addresses ‘New Beef’ During Broccoli City Festival Performance [WATCH]](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2018/04/cardi-b-rich-fury.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Cardi B Addresses ‘New Beef’ During Broccoli City Festival Performance [WATCH]
Cardi and Offset also hung with Sasha Obama during the festival.
![DMX Making New Music and Vetting Film Offers From Prison](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2017/11/DMX-Tax-Evasion-Case.jpg?w=980&q=75)
DMX Making New Music and Vetting Film Offers From Prison
DMX's lawyer says he's doing 'remarkably well' in jail.
![4 Things We Learned From Will Smith’s Hilarious Story About That Time He Met Michael Jackson [VIDEO]](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2018/04/will-smith.jpg?w=980&q=75)
4 Things We Learned From Will Smith’s Hilarious Story About That Time He Met Michael Jackson [VIDEO]
Will Smith has Suge Knight to thank for his hilarious encounter with Michael Jackson.
![Gucci Mane Settles Whopping $820K Tax Bill](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2016/11/Gucci-Mane_edited-1.png?w=980&q=75)
Gucci Mane Settles Whopping $820K Tax Bill
Rich rappers really need better accountants.
![Q-Tip to Play Miles Davis in Nelson George Play ‘My Funny Valentine’](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2016/09/Q-Tip.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Q-Tip to Play Miles Davis in Nelson George Play ‘My Funny Valentine’
The role has been eight years in the making.
![JAY-Z’s Trayvon Martin Docuseries to Premiere at Tribeca Film Festival](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2018/01/JAY-Z-Grammy-Snub.jpg?w=980&q=75)
JAY-Z’s Trayvon Martin Docuseries to Premiere at Tribeca Film Festival
In addition to the screening, Martin's parents will speak to the audience.
![‘Black Panther’ Is Now the Most Tweeted About Movie Ever](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2018/03/black-panther.jpg?w=980&q=75)
‘Black Panther’ Is Now the Most Tweeted About Movie Ever
'Black Panther' is still winning.
![Beyonce Is Stunning in Gorgeous Shots From the 2018 Wearable Art Gala](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2015/06/beyonce.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Beyonce Is Stunning in Gorgeous Shots From the 2018 Wearable Art Gala
Beyoncé decided to hop on Instagram and share a few photos from the 2018 Wearable Art Gala.
![Cardi B’s Debut Album Will Arrive in April: ‘Stay Tuned Motherf—-ers’](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2017/12/Cardi-B-Makes-Billboard-History-Again.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Cardi B’s Debut Album Will Arrive in April: ‘Stay Tuned Motherf—-ers’
No specifics were given but Cardi's album is finally coming in April.
![Is a ‘Fresh Prince’ Reboot Starring the ‘Fresh Princess’ on the Way?](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2018/02/fresh-prince-140954973.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Is a ‘Fresh Prince’ Reboot Starring the ‘Fresh Princess’ on the Way?
It seems that there's a new Fresh Prince reboot on the way— only the 'prince' will now be a 'princess.'
![Common Pays Tribute to Trayvon Martin: ‘We Must Continue to Fight for Justice and Freedom’](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2017/11/common.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Common Pays Tribute to Trayvon Martin: ‘We Must Continue to Fight for Justice and Freedom’
Common says we must continue to fight for justice in honor of Trayvon.
![Travis Scotts Gifts Kylie Jenner With a $1.4 Million Ferrari](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2017/09/travis-scott-kylie-jenner-courtside.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Travis Scotts Gifts Kylie Jenner With a $1.4 Million Ferrari
Kylie and Travis welcomed their daughter, Stormi Webster, to the world about a month ago.
![Kendrick Lamar-Curated ‘Black Panther’ Soundtrack Spends Second Week at #1 on the Billboard 200](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2018/02/kendrick1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Kendrick Lamar-Curated ‘Black Panther’ Soundtrack Spends Second Week at #1 on the Billboard 200
'Black Panther: The Album' is doing big numbers just like the film.
![Snoop Dogg and Charlie Wilson Take Us to Church With ‘One More Day’ [LISTEN]](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2018/02/snoop-charlie.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Snoop Dogg and Charlie Wilson Take Us to Church With ‘One More Day’ [LISTEN]
Snoop and Uncle Charlie link again for the uplifting 'One More Day.'
![Kendrick Lamar, SZA and TDE Sued Over Artwork in ‘All The Stars’ Video](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2018/02/all-the-stars.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Kendrick Lamar, SZA and TDE Sued Over Artwork in ‘All The Stars’ Video
British-Liberian artist Lina Iris Viktor says the video mimics the 'unique look and feel of her works.'
![Kanye West Deleted His Instagram Again](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2017/09/kanye-melbourne.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Kanye West Deleted His Instagram Again
Kanye West left IG after posting pics of old couples on Valentine's Day.
![Watch the ‘King’s Dead’ Video from Jay Rock, Kendrick Lamar, Future and James Blake](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2018/02/kendrick3.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Watch the ‘King’s Dead’ Video from Jay Rock, Kendrick Lamar, Future and James Blake
The new video is the second release from the 'Black Panther' soundtrack.
![Janet Jackson Thanks Fans for the Love They Showed on Janet Jackson Appreciation Day](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2018/02/Janet-Jackson-Not-Perforrming-at-Super-Bowl.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Janet Jackson Thanks Fans for the Love They Showed on Janet Jackson Appreciation Day
On Valentine's Day, Janet reached back out to her faithful listeners.
![Mary J. Blige to Star in New Netflix Series ‘The Umbrella Academy’](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2017/12/Mary-J-Blige-Screen-Actors-Guild-Nom.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Mary J. Blige to Star in New Netflix Series ‘The Umbrella Academy’
Blige has signed a one-year contract to play Cha-Cha, a time-traveling hit woman.
![Kanye West Refiles Trademark Application for ‘Red October’ Shoe Name](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2016/12/kanye-DimitriosKambouris.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Kanye West Refiles Trademark Application for ‘Red October’ Shoe Name
Apparently, Kanye's 2013 trademark application for the name fell through because he didn't complete the paperwork.
![NYPD Ready to Arrest Quavo for Grammy After Party Fight, Robbery](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2018/02/quavo.jpg?w=980&q=75)
NYPD Ready to Arrest Quavo for Grammy After Party Fight, Robbery
The NYPD could be gearing up to arrest Quavo in relation to a fight that took place at a Grammy after party.
![Hitmaker: Jermaine Dupri’s 10 Greatest Songs](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2014/12/Jermaine-Dupri.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Hitmaker: Jermaine Dupri’s 10 Greatest Songs
Jermaine Dupri is set to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
![Drake Donates $50,000 to Homeless Shelter for Women and Children](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2016/04/Drake-Tom-Szczerbowski.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Drake Donates $50,000 to Homeless Shelter for Women and Children
The money will go toward funding the organization's new shelter.
![Nas Teams Up With Google Arts for Inspiring Black History Month Tribute Honoring Musical Legends](http://townsquare.media/site/625/files/2018/02/nas.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Nas Teams Up With Google Arts for Inspiring Black History Month Tribute Honoring Musical Legends
'It was through the blues and jazz and folk music that my father played that I learned the importance of our history.'