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World-renowned DJ and producer, DJ Cassidy wants to inspire fans to release their “inhibitions” for his latest single, “Blame It On The Freak.” Featuring legendary Chic co-founder Nile Rodgers and the musical debut of singer Royal Love, the smooth, funk-driven dance single is the first in a series of songs, …

Chris Matic feels “honored and inspired” to be on a label with “such legendary greatness” that’s connected to the likes of the Notorious B.I.G. and Sean “Diddy” Combs. The Jamaican-born rapper, singer, and songwriter (born Christopher Orlando McClymont) is the debut artist for I.B. (Invisible Bully) Music, which is founded …

On August 8, 1988, 30 years ago today, West Coast gangsta rap group, N.W.A. released their debut studio album, “Straight Outta Compton,” on Eazy-E’s label Ruthless Records.  Produced by group members, Dr. Dre and DJ Yella, the album served as an introduction to gangsta rap, as it highlighted the lifestyle …

#KendrickLamar is now the first hip-hop artist besides #Eminem to have his album sit on the Billboard charts for over 300 weeks. The Compton-native birthed his debut studio album “good kid, m.A.A.d. city” back in 2012. The project now sits at No. 116 on the Billboard 200 list and just …

After topping Forbes’ 2017 list of highest-paid DJs, Calvin Harris still reigns supreme as the world’s highest paid DJ. This week the business magazine unveiled their annual World’s Highest-Paid DJs Of 2018 list, which finds Harris retaining the number one spot for the sixth consecutive year — earning an estimated …

After much delay, Dr. Dre’s long-awaited and once-shelved, “Detox” album is coming soon, according to Scott Storch. The multi-platinum producer, who served as a co-producer on Dre’s classic 1999 sophomore effort “The Chronic 2001,” revealed the news during an interview on Los Angeles radio station Power 106’s “The Cruz Show.” …

It appears Kanye West’s previous statements about his Adidas Yeezy brand reaching the $1 billion mark this year may soon become a reality. According to the Blast, sources close to the West family claim his Yeezy brand company with Adidas recently received “a valuation” which has put the brand’s “total …

As a DJ, taking control of a crowd and receiving a reaction is no easy feat to accomplish. The cultural phenomenon that helped birth hip-hop in the Bronx during the late 1970s has since crossfaded into greater heights across the globe, contributing to a multi-billion dollar industry. And in addition …

On July 16, 1999, 19 years ago today, “The Wood” starring Omar Epps, Richard T. Jones and Taye Diggs was released.  The film served as a coming of age film, as three longtime friends reflect on the old days, from their first meeting to their wildest moments, growing up in …

The summer months are in full swing, and having a solid playlist to compliment your daily activities is a must. Don’t worry, we got your back! As part of a new weekly music series, “Ballerific Music: 15 New Tracks To Help Set-off Your Weekend” we’ve decided to highlight our favorite …

On July 13, 2004, 14 years ago today, #Jadakiss released the first single, “Why,” from his second solo album, “Kiss of Death.”  The song was a protest song that highlighted a slew of the nation’s headlines, from the mystery behind Biggie Smalls and Tupac, racism and sexism in Hollywood, to …

A month following the settlement of his long-standing courtroom battle with Birdman and Cash Money Records, Lil Wayne could potentially face more legal issues. On Wednesday, the Grammy Award-winning rapper’s Young Money Entertainment received a cease-and-desist letter from Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s estate in response to the label’s pending applications to …

There’s no denying it, “this country was built by the hands of many different cultures, but mainly the African Americans,” says Pharrell Williams. On Tuesday, the Grammy Award-winner appeared in the latest installment of Spotify’s “Black History Is Happening Now” campaign, where he shared his poignant thoughts on the significant …

On July 10, 1988, 30 years ago today, West Coast gangsta rap group, N.W.A. released their lead single, “Straight Outta Compton,” from their debut album of the same name. The album was one of the first to feature a Parental Advisory sticker, as it detailed struggles of South-Central L.A. But …

Sean “Diddy” Combs has condemned the music industry’s passive efforts to promote black executives. In the latest cover story of Variety Magazine, Diddy shared his candid thoughts on the music industry’s lack of investment into black executives — during a time of which urban music is the most dominant genre …