Faith Evans Breaks Silence on Notorious B.I.G.’s Mother, Voletta Wallace’s Death
"Take your well deserved rest Ms. Wallace with BIG once again by your side," Faith said in the heartfelt tribute.
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Midnight Riot Founder Andy Williams Has Died, Tributes Pour in From Music Industry
Andy Williams was a popular member of the U.K. Music scene for over thirty years and founded the popular music label Midnight Riot.
Charles Chambers, Better Known as DJ Funk, Has Died at Age 54
DJ Funk was a trailblazer in the ghetto house music scene.
Roy Ayers Had a Solid Net Worth That Came From Decades in the Music Business
Roy Ayers's net worth comes from his decades of working in music.
Jazz-Funk Icon Roy Ayers Dies at 84 — What Was His Cause of Death?
"There’s no way to fully articulate his contribution to music ... RIP."
Anitta’s Net Worth Is Impressive, Though It Has Apparently Been Misreported
Anitta achieved mainstream success after over a decade of performing hits in Brazil like "Meiga e Abusada."
Rosé and Lisa From BLACKPINK Are Thriving Solo, but Are They Still Friends?
They once considered themselves "two peas in a pod."
Dolly Parton's Husband Reportedly Struggled With a Tough Diagnosis He Got in 2019
"Carl has a crazy, warped sense of humor," said Dolly.
Dolly Parton and Carl Dean’s Nearly 60-Year Marriage Didn’t Include Children — Here’s Why
Dolly's husband, Carl, died in March 2025. The couple had been married since May 30, 1966.
Tasha K’s Defamatory Words About Cardi B Cost the YouTube Influencer Millions
Cardi B was already a millionaire when she won her $4 million defamation lawsuit against Tasha K.
What Does It Mean to “Slime Someone Out”? The Term Has Multiple Negative Definitions
The phrase became popular on TikTok following Drake's 2023 song with SZA, "Slime You Out."
Fyre Festival Creator Billy McFarland Is Expecting A-List Performers for Fyre Festival 2
Billy McFarland says Fyre Festival 2 is "all about the adventure."
The DeBarge Familly Has Experienced Tremendous Fame and Tragedy — Here’s What Happened
The family known for its hit songs, "I Like It," and "Rhythm of the Night," has had personal turmoil for numerous years.
Tate McRae Changed Her Album Art for "So Close to What," but Why Did She Do That?
Tate McRae changed her album cover, but no one really knows why.
"Killing Me Softly" Vocalist Roberta Flack Had an Impressive Net Worth at the Time of Her Death
"Roberta broke boundaries and records."
Roberta Flack, Grammy-Winning Soul and R&B Icon, Dies at 88 — Cause of Death
Roberta Flack was known for writing and singing hits like "Killing Me Softly With His Song" and "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face."
R&B Icon Roberta Flack Was Married and Divorced Years Before She Passed Away
Roberta Flack is known for her song, "Killing Me Softly With His Song."
Notorious B.I.G.’s Mother, Voletta Wallace, Has Died at 72 — Her Cause of Death Revealed
The late rapper, who died in March 1997, was Voletta's only son, though she is survived by his two children.
Machine Gun Kelly and Rook Have Been Performing Together for More Than 10 Years
MGK wrote on Instagram that Rook "met the reaper and decided it wasn't his time."
There Are Far Too Many Hip-Hop Songs That Insult Monica Lewinsky — She's Over That Sort of Thing
Monica Lewinsky has been the butt of many rap lyrics, but she is reclaiming herself.
Ariana Grande's Skin Tone and Thin Frame Have Some People Worried About Her Health
Ariana Grande's health has been a topic for basically her entire career.
Did A$AP Rocky Really Cheat on Rihanna? Saweetie’s Name Is in the Mix
"If this true then this is the highest bag fumble ever."
Who Are Paquita la del Barrio's Kids? Meet the Family Behind the Iconic Singer
How many children did Paquita la del Barrio have?
Mexican Singer-Songwriter Paquita La del Barrio Has Died at the Age of 77
The singer was best known for feminist anthems about failed relationships.
Here's What We Know About Sabrina Carpenter's Awesomely Supportive Parents
They aren't pop stars themselves, but Sabrina Carpenter's parents are certainly her cheerleaders.
Drake Appears To Continue His Rap Beef With Kendrick Lamar With "Gimme a Hug"
"Gimme a Hug" could be another song in response to Drake and Kendrick Lamar's beef.
Robbie Williams Says He's Been Invited to Perform at the Next Super Bowl
This better (man) not be a joke.
The Roots Remain ‘The Tonight Show’s’ Main Band Despite Multiple Absences
The Roots has been the house band on 'The Tonight Show' since 2014.
Kanye West Had His Honorary Art Degree Revoked Over "Disgusting and Condemnable" Comments
Ye, aka Kanye West, was awarded an honorary doctorate from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) in May 2015.
Drake’s Reaction to Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Performance Is Very on Brand
Drake used his melodic words to confirm he's going to survive his and Kendrick Lamar's feud.
"Mustard" Seemingly Refers to Kendrick Lamar's Producer, but Is There a Deeper Meaning?
MUSTAAAAAARD!
Vince Neil Has Lived a Wild and Crazy Life but Still Found Time to Settle Down
Two of Vince Neil's children have followed in their musically-gifted father's footsteps.
Dank Demoss Made Power Moves Before Her Lyft Controversy — Inside Her Net Worth
Dank has plenty in the bank thanks to her musical and business pursuits.
Swifties Review Bomb C.J. Gardner-Johnson’s Mom’s Business, And People Are Stepping In
There's a review war between Swifties and the public on C.J.'s mom's business pages.
Tommy Lee Still Has an Impressive Net Worth Years After Mötley Crüe Rose to Fame
Tommy Lee is known as the longtime drummer for Mötley Crüe.
Why Did Kendrick Wear a Crown of Thorns? The Imagery and Controversy, Explained
"I wear this crown. They judge you, they judge Christ. Godspeed for women’s rights!”
Kendrick Lamar's "40 Acres and a Mule" Reference Was All About Reparations
Kendrick Lamar's reference is a reminder of all the injustice Black people have suffered.
Why Does Seal Have Scars? Details on What Happened to His Face and Hair
Fans always wonder what caused the bumps and scars on Seal's face and when he got them.
Vince Neil’s Net Worth Explained: How the Motley Crue Singer Became a Millionaire
The "Girls, Girls, Girls," singer has plenty of money in the bank despite several pitfalls.
Kendrick Lamar Is the First Rapper in History to Win a Pulitzer Prize — Here’s Why
He was awarded the distinction in 2018.
Did Serena Williams Date Drake? Yes, and the OVO Rapper Made a Song To Prove It!
Serena Williams has never officially confirmed dating Drake, though they were spotted making out in 2015.
These Are the Best Kendrick Lamar Super Bowl Memes — Period
The flared jeans revolution will be televised.
Explaining the "A Minor" Pun in Kendrick Lamar's Mega-Hit 'Not Like Us'
Kendrick Lamar's signature song has a line that has quickly become iconic.
Kendrick Lamar's Political Views Have Always Been Part of His Music
Kendrick has always been political, but he doesn't usually endorse candidates.
Kendrick Lamar's Necklace at the Super Bowl Is Another Diss at Fellow Rapper Drake
Kendrick Lamar's halftime performance was full of meaning for fans.
Teddy Swims Blew up After Years of Investing Himself and Developing His Sound
SWIMS is an acronym.
The Ying Yang Twins on Kendrick Lamar Performing at Super Bowl LIX — "It's a Whole Vibe" (EXCLUSIVE)
There's no East Coast vs. West Coast here.
Here's What It Means to Get a "No Healthy Upstream" Error While Using Spotify
The error usually comes from an internet issue.
Kelsea Ballerini Has Admittedly Sacrificed Her Health Due to Perfectionism
The "Miss Me More" artist shared onstage that she has a "crippling fear of letting people down" after facing the flu during a tour.
Floggy Molly's Dave King Cancels 2025 Shows Due to a "Serious Health Condition"
Dave King has sung Flogging Molly to the top since the early 1990s, but he's putting a pause on performing to battle a health condition.