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Rapper Says Divorce Left Him Too Traumatized to Ever Want a Girlfriend

In the 1997 film Men In Black, there’s a scene where Will Smith mentions the old expression: “It’s better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all.” To this, Tommy Lee Jones character K dramatically responds, “Try it.” It seems Shyne feels the exact same way. Since his divorce, the former rapper has no intention of a new relationship. On October 9, 2026, Shyne appeared on […]

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34 Years Ago Today, These Indie Pop Pioneers Released an Aptly Named, 2x-Platinum Hit 5 Years After They Broke Up

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34 Years Ago Today, These Indie Pop Pioneers Released an Aptly Named, 2x-Platinum Hit 5 Years After They Broke Up

One of The Smiths’ most recognizable songs didn’t amass widespread acclaim when it was initially released in 1986. “There Is a Light That Never Goes Out” appeared on the band’s third album, The Queen Is Dead. But once it was released as a single in 1992, it became one of their signature songs. Unfortunately, The Smiths had already been broken up for five years. “There Is a Light That Never […]

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Metal Singer Reveals Aggressive Brain Tumor Is Inoperable: Treatment Is ‘Only to Gain Time’

Symphonic metal singer Amanda Somerville has been battling brain cancer. In an update on her health, she’s revealed that the brain tumor doctors found is inoperable. However, she is continuing treatment that will allow her to “gain time.” Taking to Facebook, Somerville shared a heartfelt, informative post to let her fans know how she’s doing. “My dear Somervillains,” she began. “I owe you a personal word. Many of you have […]

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How Ice Cube Launched His Solo Career After Leaving N.W.A. at the Height of Their Fame

In early 1987, iconic rap group N.W.A. formed in Compton, California. The first incarnation included Arabian Prince, Dr. Dre, Eazy-E, Ice Cube, and DJ Yella. Later in 1988, MC Ren was added to the group as the sixth member. They released a split album, N.W.A. And The Posse in November 1987, later reissuing the album in November 1989. This split album peaked at No. 39 on the US Top R&B/Hip-Hop […]

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The Random Feud That Allegedly Gave Drake a Dislocated Shoulder

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The Random Feud That Allegedly Gave Drake a Dislocated Shoulder

Drake has frequently gotten into ridiculous beefs throughout his career. Obviously, there’s the infamous Kendrick Lamar feud, which has left the Toronto MC sending shots all by himself. Then, there’s his spat with Meek Mill or Common or even his beef with Jay-Z that revolves almost entirely around subliminal disses. But none of those have ever gotten actually physical. There’s never been a threat of violence where fans need to […]

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The Story Behind ‘Mama Said Knock You Out’ and the Grandmother Who Inspired Its Famous Title

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The Story Behind ‘Mama Said Knock You Out’ and the Grandmother Who Inspired Its Famous Title

In the mid-1980s, LL Cool J emerged during the rise of hip-hop into the mainstream. At the time, his style fit into the trends of hip-hop, predating the gangsta rap invasion of the late 80s and early 90s. As rap and hip-hop had evolved toward the end of the decade, LL Cool J received criticism for being “too soft” or commercialized. Despite his 1989 album, Walking With A Panther, peaking […]

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How a Small Misunderstanding Led to One of the Most Heated Feuds in Southern Hip-Hop History

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How a Small Misunderstanding Led to One of the Most Heated Feuds in Southern Hip-Hop History

Hip-hop belonged to Atlanta in the 2000s. Everyone loved Outkast, and both crunk and trap music started to bubble up during and after their prime. Arguably the biggest song of the decade started with “peace up, A-Town down.” However, the city’s success didn’t mean that certain rappers weren’t at each other’s throats. In fact, two of the biggest rappers from Atlanta, T.I. and Ludacris, got into it over something extremely […]

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Acclaimed Rock Frontman Abruptly Cancels Five US Shows After Sexual Assault Allegation Surfaces

British rocker Geordie Greep has cancelled a string of shows in the US. In a report from NME, he has already cancelled his shows in Boise, Idaho, and Salt Lake City, Utah. Additionally, he’ll also miss shows in Boulder and Denver, Colorado, and in Omaha, Nebraska. Currently, he has one show left in the US in Des Moines, Iowa, slated for October 15th. Then, he’ll head out on the overseas […]

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