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Jack Harlow‘s on top of his game and at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 Chart thanks to his new single “First Class” — but some fans, critics and industry execs wonder if race is playing a role in his success. Of course, Jack’s hit samples Fergie’s 2006 multi-platinum track, “Glamorous” … and we

Nicki Minaj is straight up threatening her most hardcore supporters, aka the Barbz — if they don’t start watching her new video with Fivio Foreign, she might scrap any album plans! Onika unleashed the vid Tuesday for her New York drill anthem, “We Go Up,” with Fivio … and while it features plenty of “outside

Aariel Maynor, the man that shot and killed Jacqueline Avant, bragged to his friends over the phone from jail after murdering the 81-year-old philanthropist … this according to the prosecutor seeking to lock him up for the rest of his life. According to court documents, obtained by the Los Angeles Times, Maynor laughed about all

Play video content TMZ.com Bethenny Frankel might’ve been groovin’ out a little too much on the roller rink in New York City … getting into the music before taking a hard fall. The philanthropist/entrepreneur was at the Rockefeller Center ice skating rink for the opening of Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace — where it’s transformed into

Erica Banks is on an island by herself after unloading on Nicki Minaj and the female rappers on her collabs — Asian Doll is making sure she doesn’t get dragged into the simmering feud. The beef started sizzling when Erica – who earned a Gold plaque last year after her single “Buss It” blew up

DJ Kay Slay has died after a 4-month battle with COVID … this according to his family and peers. The NY-based legendary hip-hop ambassador passed away Sunday, first confirmed by Wack 100, and then others, as tributes started to pour in from across the industry. His family writes, “Our hearts are broken by the passing

Before this little musician was selling out concert venues with his dynamic voice and elite guitar-playing skills, he was just a simple kid growing up in Australia. This tank-top tot has definitely made his imprint in the music industry and has been relevant since the late ’90s … and has four Grammy awards to back

Isaiah Rashad broke his silence this weekend about a sex tape that appears to out him as LGBT friendly — and he’s taking all the love and support he’s received in stride. The TDE artist — who’s had a solid and loyal fanbase for years, dating back to the 2010s — performed Saturday at Coachella

Play video content TMZ.com Billie Eilish did not disappoint on Day 2 of Coachella … certainly judging by the crowd that came to watch her headline the night. Billie can add another title to her achievements … at 20 she’s the youngest musician ever to headline the festival. That time when @billieeilish was singing on

Harry Styles‘ Coachella set was one for the ages, and although he brought out droves of people for his headlining set … Big Sean had a healthy swath of his own right before. The singer was the marquee act of the night for DAY 1 on Friday, where he was scheduled to start performing at

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are very much together, just like we said they were, despite the internet buzzing that they split. RiRi and A$AP looked chill as her baby bump was on full display. Rihanna wore a colorful mini dress in what could turn into the modern maternity wear. She certainly pulls it off! As

Play video content TMZ.com Justin Bieber hit the Coachella stage partially clothed for his surprise performance on DAY 1. Justin Bieber and Daniel Caesar perform “Peaches” at #Coachella pic.twitter.com/lXkbUriRjc — Variety (@Variety) April 16, 2022 @Variety JB came out shirtless as he performed “Peaches” with Daniel Caesar … just as TMZ told you Friday! The

DaBaby‘s feeling good about not using lethal force while thwarting that intruder on his property, and he’s even sending well-wishes to the man as he recovers from the shooting. As we reported, the rapper says he was defending himself and his home when he opened fire on an intruder he says scaled a wall on

Bankroll Freddie got himself in a pinch Thursday night when cops pulled him over for speeding, but ended up busting him on a slew of other charges. Crittenden County Sheriff’s Office jail records show the Quality Control MC — whose real name is Freddie Gladney — was booked for resisting arrest, drug and firearm possession,

There’s a story buzzing around that Rihanna and A$AP Rocky split because he cheated on her, but a source directly connected to both artists — who has regular interaction with them — tells TMZ … neither the breakup claim, or the cheating is true. The story that’s circulating claims Rihanna called it quits with A$AP

Cash Out, the Atlanta rapper who scored a pair of Billboard and Platinum and Gold hits in the early 2010s, plus shared screen time with Adam Sandler in “Uncut Gems” is facing some hefty prison time. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis charged Cash Out and five other individuals in a 41-count indictment that includes

UPDATE 9:10 AM PT — Dekalb County Police say Archie was shot by his brother, Alexander Kraus, at a Chevron gas station on March 25. He died at a nearby hospital on April 3. Cops say Kraus was arrested for murder and is in Dekalb County Jail. Rapper Archie Eversole, best known for his hit

Play video content TMZ.com Say this for T.I. … he’s got the comedy world buzzing about his venture into stand-up, but after a couple of viral boo-fests, Luenell‘s offering some perspective — which he may or may not appreciate. The resilient rapper got a heavy dose of Brooklyn jeers at Barclays Center last week, and

Iggy Azalea stopped short of a Twitter meltdown in reaction to Playboi Carti‘s claims in a new interview. The New Zealand-born rapper, who shares a 2-year-old son with Playboi Carti, reacted to his claims that he paid her bills and took care of her. Carti — who’s gearing up for the follow-up to his 2020

50 Cent is revealing some pretty intense homophobia by attacking Young Buck after the rapper claimed 50 forced him into bankruptcy … suggesting YB is gay. Young Buck was on the “It’s Tricky with Raquel Harper” podcast when he talked about his fallout with 50, blaming the G-Unit honcho for some legal and recording issues.

Kanye West is either having second thoughts on moving or he’s taking a long time to decide exactly what he wants to do with the property he bought next to Kim Kardashian‘s Hidden Hills estate. You’ll remember, Ye bought the modest crib back in December because he wanted to be closer to his kids as

The stars were big and bright at the CMT Awards … but these behind-the-scenes shots show some of the best in the biz in country music — and beyond — coming together for some good ol’ times! The ceremony went down Monday at the Nashville Municipal Auditorium in Tennessee … Jimmie Allen, Dennis Quaid, Kane

Play video content TMZ.com Nelly went from 0 to 100 really quick … after being pelted in the head at a club in Miami. An eyewitness tells TMZ … the “Hot in Herre” rapper was hanging inside E11EVEN Miami, Friday night … when he got whacked in the head with an object. Check out the

Play video content It’s Tricky with Raquel Harper Young Buck claims 50 Cent continues trying to block him from dropping new music, and goes so far as to say Fiddy’s the reason he filed for bankruptcy. You gotta see how Buck opened up on the “It’s Tricky With Raquel Harper” podcast, ripping his ol’ G-Unit

DJ Khaled‘s celebrity friends showed up to support him as he got enshrined on the Hollywood Walk of Fame … including some of the biggest names in music. Jay-Z, Diddy, Fat Joe and Teyana Taylor were all on hand Monday when Khaled got his star unveiled on a famous stretch of the sidewalk … and

Britney Spears may have revealed some exciting news, but her post has fans confused more than anything … wondering if she’s pregnant with a child or just a food baby. Spears got the Internet talking Monday when she posted, “I lost so much weight to go on my Maui trip only to gain it back

Kodak Black is killing 3 birds with one stone in Jada Pinkett Smith — both slamming her and asking her out at the same time … while also dissing the late Tupac Shakur. The rapper was unfiltered this weekend as he shared his thoughts on the whole situation — namely, how he appears to perceive

Lauren Knight, the comedian who had a heated exchange with T.I., says she’s smoothed things over with the rapper … but he still hasn’t paid her the million bucks! Here’s the deal … Lauren made a joke about T.I. at an open mic at an Atlanta club after he began heckling her from the crowd.

Play video content TMZ.com Drake Bell is loudly and proudly living la vida karaoke, and while Ricky Martin might not be all that impressed … the average bar patron drinking and shooting pool seems to love his singing! The former Nickelodeon actor popped into a watering hole Tuesday night in Temecula, CA called ET’s Classy

As pop culture continues to clash with our political landscape, so too has rock and roll — leaving Kid Rock and Dee Snider on opposite ends of the line drawn in the sand. First, KR … who’s made it known, in no uncertain terms, he’s a conservative — and a big supporter of Donald Trump.