Author: Kyann-Sian Williams

Mr HotSpot, the creator of the sample that features on Lil Yachty and Drake’s unreleased song, has agreed to clear the sample if the duo make the song more child-friendly. The decision followed his initial refusal to give permission to use the trap-inspired record that samples his song “Goodness Gracious”, citing his recent conversion to… Continue reading Drake and Lil Yachty given ultimatum if they want to release ‘Super Soaker’ leak

Nigerian singer Burna Boy teamed up with YouTube to live stream a one-off concert in London celebrating the fifth anniversary of his album ‘African Giant’. The 1000-capacity concert took place on July 15 at KOKO in Camden, where Burna Boy performed songs from his fourth album and debut single ‘Like To Party’, and ‘Higher’, his… Continue reading Burna Boy announces livestream of KOKO gig celebrating ‘African Giant’

Big Sean has denied rumours that Kanye West leaked his upcoming album ‘Better Me Than You’. West discovered Sean back in 2007 and signed him to his record label, G.O.O.D Music. The latter dropped three Billboard Number One albums through the label: ‘Dark Sky Paradise’ (2015), ‘I Decided’ (2017), and ‘Detroit 2’ (2020). Last Thursday… Continue reading Big Sean responds to rumours about Kanye West leaking his album

Childish Gambino’s fifth and final musical venture, “Bando Stone and The New World,” marks the end of the once-wandering persona created by Donald Glover 19 years ago. Glover decided to retire the moniker after no longer finding music fulfilling. Throughout his career, Childish Gambino has explored various musical styles, from introducing himself as an eccentric… Continue reading Childish Gambino – ‘Bando Stone And The New World’ review: a bittersweet send-off to a musical innovator

Nigerian musician Rema has released a surprise album called ‘Heis’. This follows a polarising 2023 show at O2 London where fans were apparently disturbed by supposed Satanic imagery. The 11-track album is filled with floor fillers and is said to bring out a primal feeling of joy. ‘Heis’ opens with an enthralling, synth-heavy ‘March Am’… Continue reading Rema – ‘Heis’ review: a divine return full of feel-good floor fillers

Reports suggesting that Sexyy Red’s North American tour may be cancelled due to poor ticket sales have been debunked by the rapper herself. Following the announcement of her “Sexyy Red 4 President” tour, rumours emerged suggesting that the tour had low ticket sales. However, according to Art of Dialogue and Touring Data, only 37% of… Continue reading Sexyy Red denies reports of low tickets sales: “We not cancelling no tour”

City Girls’ JT shared that she will soon release her debut mixtape “City Cinderella,” representing her first release after parting ways with her former bandmate, Yung Miami. The rap star has been teasing her first solo LP since March and revealed the cover art for the upcoming album this week while confirming its release date… Continue reading JT announces her first mixtape since City Girls split, ‘City Cinderella’

Nicki Minaj’s former manager, Deb Antney, claimed that she tried to get the rapper to end her feud with Lil Kim. Antney, who managed Minaj in 2009 before she signed with Young Money/Cash Money Records, said that people would love to see Minaj and Lil Kim talk through their issues but that everyone would have… Continue reading Nicki Minaj calls out Deb Antney for trying to end feud with Lil Kim behind her back

Rapper Rick Ross has been embroiled in a physical altercation in Vancouver, Canada. It is believed the incident occurred after Ross had performed at the Ignite Music Festival on 29 June 2024. Reports indicate that Ross walked off stage mid-performance while playing rapper Kendrick Lamar’s Drake diss track “Not Like Us,” and began arguing with… Continue reading Rick Ross involved in Vancouver concert brawl after Drake feud, 50 Cent reacts

Kesha has dropped her first track as an independent artist since splitting with Dr. Luke. Released on Independence Day in the USA, “Joy Ride” marks a return to Kesha’s synth-pop roots and departure from the more avant-garde sound of her previous album, Gag Order. Produced by Zhone, the song features quotable lyrics such as “Get… Continue reading Listen to Kesha’s playful first single as an independent artist: ‘JOYRIDE’