Jay-Z is teaming up with other industry heavyweights to urge New York lawmakers to sign a bill into state law to prevent lyrics from being used as evidence in a trial.  Rolling Stone reports that the recently proposed bill titled “Rap Music on Trial” (S.7527/A.8681), first announced in November, passed successfully through …

Jay-Z‘s social justice initiative, Team Roc, is pressing the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate the Kansas City Police Department to review allegations of wrongdoing and discrimination. In an open letter sent Tuesday, Team Roc and the nonprofit organization Midwest Innocence Project said there is enough evidence of systematic police …

According to Azealia Banks, Jay-Z and Lil Kim are the only rappers who have shown any creative improvement over the years. “Jay-Z on that Jay Electronica record was really some crazy s**t,” Banks said on her Instagram Story. “I never heard Jay-Z sound like that, and it was a clear …

Lil Mama is happy Jay-Z has broken his silence regarding her crashing his 2009 VMA performance. Days ago, Hov shared that he forgave the “Lip Gloss” rapper for storming the stage as he and Alicia Keys performed “Empire State of Mind.”  “She’s a New Yorker. She got excited. Things happen. …

Jay-Z finally opened up about the moment Lil Mama crashed the stage during his performance with Alicia Keys at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards. During a conversation hosted by Genius’ Rob Markman on “Twitter Spaces,” Hov recalled the now legendary moment Lil Mama hopped on stage with him and …

Tyler, The Creator just debuted his Golf Le Fleur brand’s first collection, as well as a new pop-up shop in Malibu. It includes high-end fashion, footwear, accessories, and beauty products, including the French Waltz fragrance. “I don’t even see this as me diving into the beauty space,” he told Essence. …

In a teaser for Alicia Keys’ interview with Drink Champs, set to air Thursday, N.O.R.E. asks her about the infamous VMA performance that Lil Mama crashed.  Never one to mince words, the host came right out and asked, “How mad was you at Lil Mama when she f*cked up y’all performance?” N.O.R.E. is referring to …

Jay-Z has made history yet again, becoming the most Grammy-nominated artist with a total of 83 nods. The Roc-a-Fella mogul was previously tied with record producer Quincy Jones for 80 nominations. However, with the announcement of the 2022 Grammy nominations, that total has increased to 83. Hov is nominated for …

They say lessons can come in unsuspected ways. Tuesday, Bow Wow revealed that JAY-Z’s 4:44 album taught him the value of good credit, and he wants fans to be aware of the advantages of financial literacy so that it could be passed down to the next generation.  The “Let Me Hold …

Jay-Z is off the hook in his long-running lawsuit involving a soured cologne deal. On Wednesday, a Manhattan jury cleared Jay-Z of wrongdoing in a lawsuit against him that has spanned six years. Parlux Fragrances LLC sued Jay-Z and his S. Carter Enterprises, claiming that he failed to keep up …

Kanye West had a whole lot to say during the Drink Champs podcast. The rapper, who now goes by Ye, reflected on the making of the Watch The Throne album. While discussing with the podcast hosts, Kanye called Hov selfish for not wanting to add his song “Holy Grail” on WTT but instead …

Jay-Z is helping unemployed New Yorkers find work by hosting a job fair later this month in conjunction with Roc Nation and Reform Alliance. Page Six reports that the Team Roc New York Job fair will be held at Madison Square Garden on November 18. The event will welcome people of all walks of life, including …

Damon Dash is ready to squash the 20-year-long beef with Jay-Z after the rapper offered an “olive branch” during his induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. On Saturday Jay-Z put their difference aside and thanked Dash during his speech, he said, “Shout out to Dame,” adding “ I …

Jay-Z joined legendary icons during the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame over the weekend. During his acceptance speech, HOV name-dropped several celebrities and gave thanks to them for their contributions to his success. Amongst the list of figures, HOV even gave a shout-out to Dame Dash. “Shout out to …

Jeezy and Jay-Z may be refined businessmen and husbands today, but the longtime friends were down to ruffle some feathers in the streets together once upon a time. During Jeezy’s recent sit-down with TV One’s “Uncensored,” the “Thug Motivation 101” rapper opened up about how he and Jay-Z grew to …

Alicia Keys revealed during a recent interview that she has forgiven Lil Mama for getting on stage during her performance of “Empire State of Mind” with Jay-Z at the 2009 VMA Awards. Keys was asked about the incident recently on The Morning Hustle Show. When asked if he has forgiven Lil Mama, she says, “of course.” She admitted …

By now, we’ve all seen the viral clip of Jay-Z’s reaction when running into Kelly Rowland at the “The Harder They Fall” movie premiere. Now, the Destiny’s Child star has responded to the heartwarming moment. During an Instagram Live session, the “Motivation” singer spoke with viewers as she did her …

Jay-Z and his Roc Nation legal team are working towards freeing a Black man who was unfairly sentenced to 20-years in prison for a weed charge. In August, Hov’s attorney, Alex Spiro, filed a motion in a North Carolina court requesting the “compassionate release” of inmate Valon Vailes. In 2007, …

Jay-Z’s Roc Nation has filed a lawsuit against a Kansas police department to obtain records of alleged police misconduct. On Monday, Roc Nation sued the Kansas City Police Department in Wyandotte County. The organization wants information on complaints filed against members of its Investigative Division, ABC News reports. Roc Nation’s …

Through their philanthropic initiatives “BeyGOOD” and the “Shawn Carter Foundation,” Beyoncé and JAY–Z are partnering with Tiffany & Co. to launch a new scholarship program for students attending five Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The Tiffany & Co. About Love Scholarship will donate $2 million to students pursuing the arts and …