Latifah Muhammad
Sean Paul Makes His Return, Talks Pain Pills, Producing
For the last decade, Sean Paul has been the go-to-guy for merging dancehall music into the lanes of hip-hop and pop. His blend of reggae crooning and rhyming has ushered in a new school of the genre, catching the ears of Beyonce, and a slew of other artists -- most recently T-Pain and Pitbull on the latter's remix to 'Shake Senora' -- all who have collaborated with the Kingston, Jamaica native...
Ace Hood Opens Up About Newborn Twins, Album + More
Long before his single 'Hustle Hard' put him on the map, Antoine "Ace Hood" McCalister was on his grind. The 23-year-old, who was the first artist to sign to DJ Khaled's We The Best Music Group, already has two albums under his belt and is prepping the release of his third -- and arguably most personal project -- 'Blood, Sweat & Tears,' set for an August 9 release.
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25 Best Collaboration Videos
Even though a solo single gives an artist their time to shine, sometimes there's nothing better than the perfect collaboration. In celebration of the hip-hop and R&B artists who have opened the velvet rope and added musical peers to their song guest list, the BoomBox put together 25 favorite video collaborations, in no particular order. Fr...
Cali Swag District Talk Snitching, LP + M-Bone Death
Coming off the success of a huge single like 'Teach Me How to Dougie,' Los Angeles-based rap group Cali Swag District could easily go down the road of "one-hit wonder land," but with the release of their second album 'The Kickback,' the West Coast rap collective refuses to be counted out...
Pharrell Williams Launches Qream Liqueur in Los Angeles
Having already made waves in both music and fashion, producer Pharrell Williams has set his sights on the alcoholic beverage industry.
The Virginia native launched Qream, his line of flavored cream liqueurs, at a private residence in Beverly Hills, Calif...
Big Sean Travels Down Memory Lane in ‘So Much More’ — Video
With his 'Finally Famous' album debuting at No. 3 on the Billboard album charts, it's pretty safe to say that Big Sean is having a good week. In his latest video for the song 'So Much More,' the Detroit MC gives fans a peak down the road to his success...
La Toya Jackson Talks Michael Jackson, New Book — Video
As a member of a famous musical family, La Toya Jackson grew up in the spotlight, and now she's preparing to share the untold story. The older sister to Michael and Janet, La Toya got into show business a little later than her famous siblings, but her life took a decidedly different turn after meeting and marrying ex-husband Jack Gordon...
Tyga Sets Out on Tour, Reveals New Album Is ‘Real Mature’
Young Money rapper Tyga and Chris Brown changed the mixtape game with the success of the Grammy nominated single 'Deuces,' but now the young rapper is hoping to take the solo crown.
As one of the many buzzed about artists on YM's growing roster, the 21-year-old is just as anxious as his fans when it comes to unleashing his debut...
Roscoe Dash Preps New Album for Fall, Says ‘Different Is In’
You may not know the name Roscoe Dash for his solo projects, but the Atlanta native has been putting in work when it comes to his features.
Popping up on songs with the likes of Waka Flocka ('No Hands'), Soulja Boy ('All The Way Turnt Up') and Big Sean ('Marvin Gaye & Chardonnay'), and dropping his debut album, 'Ready Set Go,' these days the young MC is focused on his own success. "M...
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Goapele Talks New Album, ‘Milk & Honey,’ Bay Area Influence
Being from the Bay area, singer Goapele was surrounded by diversity. Growing up in Oakland, Calif., the 33-year-old was privy to all different kinds of culture, of which she has showcased in her music.
While she's been categorized as riding in the same lane as neo-soul singers Erykah Badu and Jill Scott, but never forgets her roots...