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Play video content Live Stream Killer Mike‘s hosting a virtual meeting with grassroots leaders to highlight all the ways they’re working to address systemic racism … and TMZ’s live streaming it. The rapper and activist’s media call comes as the U.S. just experienced the 7th straight night of protests and unrest over the brutal killing

Yesterday (May 31), rapper Chika posted a lengthy Instagram video detailing her experience at a Los Angeles protest over the weekend. In the clip, Chika discusses her and her manager’s calm behavior at an event protesting the killing of George Floyd. She then recounts being handcuffed (with zip ties) and detained for seven hours without

Play video content WSB-TV 2 Atlanta Killer Mike was true to form Friday night, using his powerful voice and eloquence to empathize with everyone who feels rage and anger over George Floyd‘s brutal killing, but at the same time … imploring Atlanta residents not to burn down their homes and their city. Mike spoke at

Stand with Bandcamp to Support Racial Justice, Equality and Change The recent killings of George Floyd, Tony McDade, Sean Reed, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and the ongoing state-sanctioned violence against black people in the US and around the world are horrific tragedies. We stand with those rightfully demanding justice, equality, and change, and people of

Exclusive Kodak Black was allegedly photographed by a U.S. Marshal — without his permission — the day he was arrested at Rolling Loud … and now, his lawyer’s ramping up for a lawsuit. The Miami Dade Police Department took a report showing that Kodak’s attorney, Bradford Cohen, recently filed a complaint with them alleging one

Faith Evans was arrested this week for felony domestic violence, TMZ reports. Law enforcement sources reportedly told TMZ that police were called to the home of Evans and producer Stevie J. Police claimed that when they arrived to the scene, Stevie J had “visible marks and scratches” on his face after a verbal confrontation turned

Exclusive Rick Ross needs to hustle over to a COVID-19 testing center if he wants to visit his kids … so claims his alleged baby mama. Briana Singleton filed legal docs in Fayette County, Georgia requesting an emergency hearing to have the rapper — real name William Leonard Roberts II — take a COVID-19 test.

Back in February, Faith No More announced a joint tour with Korn. The trek would have marked Faith No More’s first American tour in five years. Now, the band has canceled the tour due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. “It is with heavy hearts that we came to this decision out of an abundance of

Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com 3:59 PM PT — There are even more celebs than we initially thought out in L.A. protesting the death of George Floyd — including, but not limited to, Emily Ratajkowski and Halsey. Waiting for your permission to load the Instagram Media. Em posted some shots she took from the hectic

On August 21, Eminem’s publishing company Eight Mile Style filed a lawsuit against Spotify, alleging that the streaming company had streamed his songs billions of songs without acquiring the proper licenses. The lawsuit also challenged the constitutionality of the Music Modernization Act passed by Congress in 2018, which makes it more difficult for artists to

Madonna tried to honor George Floyd by sharing a video of her teenage son dancing to a Michael Jackson song, but social media is a merciless universe … especially for Madge, these days. Thursday, before a third night of protests over Floyd’s killing was beginning, Madonna released a 3 and a half-minute clip of her

Jamie xx and Georgia Ellery (of Jockstrap) have shared a new live session that they recorded for BBC Radio 3’s Late Junction while quarantining together. Listen to it here. The project is Jamie xx’s latest in a string of recent collaborations, including a DJ set with the Avalanches and the song “Smoke” with Headie One

Breaking News Stephen Jackson is at the forefront of the fight for justice in the killing of his friend George Floyd … saying he’s going to do whatever it takes to make sure the officers are convicted. The ex-NBA star revealed this week that he’s known Floyd for more than 20 years … saying they

Kelsey Lu has shared a new song called “Morning Dew.” The track features Isaiah Barr from Onyx Collective on saxophone. It’s out now via Hydroharmonia/No Tricks. Give it a listen below. Of the new single, Kelsey Lu said in a press release: “Love can cure us, Love can destroy us and like Nature, we’re constantly in

Exclusive Lady Gaga and Postmates are teaming up to celebrate her highly-anticipated new album … and the partnership could really benefit the World Central Kitchen. So, here’s the deal … Lady Gaga’s finally dropping “Chromatica” at midnight tonight. Yes, it was supposed to be out around 7 weeks ago but it got delayed due to

After launching his own station for Sonos Radio, Thom Yorke has now shared a playlist featuring music from his radio program. Yorke’s “In the Absence Thereof…v1” has songs by Holly Herndon, James Blake, Little Simz, Thee Oh Sees, Duke Ellington, and more. Listen to Thom Yorke’s playlist below. (Pitchfork earns a commission from purchases made

Flo Rida‘s teaming up with his personal doctor — and dropping his own cash — to get COVID-19 testing ramped up at Florida companies trying to reopen safely. The rapper — along with his doc and business partner, Dr. George Tabi — have launched a $1.5 million healthcare venture together called the Asktabs Mobile Wellness

Rosalía and Travis Scott have teamed up for a new song. It’s called “TKN,” and it’s out tomorrow. Tonight, Rosalía has shared a preview of the new song’s video. Watch it below. Rosalía teased the track in a tweet earlier this month. The singer’s last solo single “Dolerme” arrived in March, following January’s “Juro Que.”

Play video content Tik Tok Everyone wants to shake their booty when they hear Megan Thee Stallion … especially in the animal kingdom!!! Yes, even wild bears are classy, bougie and ratchet when they hear some MTS … and this pole dancing bear is a straight up SAVAGE!!! Check out this wild video straight outta

Bright Eyes have shared their latest new song. Following “Persona Non Grata” and “Forced Convalescence,” “One and Done” arrives today. Listen to it below. The song features Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Flea on bass. Nathaniel Walcott provided the song’s orchestral arrangement, and Miwi La Lupa sings backing vocals. The track is set to appear on

Archie Williams has a second chance at life after spending nearly 4 decades locked up for a crime he didn’t commit … and Elton John‘s here for it. Archie’s already the fan favorite for the new season of “America’s Got Talent,” not only because of his smooth and soulful singing voice, but because of his

California pop punk band Joyce Manor have announced a new compilation called Songs From Northern Torrance. The album is out this Friday, May 29, via Epitaph. The compilation features remastered versions of rarities that frontman Barry Johnson and guitarist Chase Knobbe recorded from 2008-2010. Some of the songs have been on proper Joyce Manor albums

Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Jason Derulo is losing teeth and adding stacks of cash thanks to TikTok … and he says you don’t have to be a famous singer or mess up your grill to start raking in the dough. The “Cats” star and “Swalla” singer tells TMZ … anybody can make a killing

JPEGMAFIA has shared another new song. His new track, “CUTIE PIE!,” follows recent exclamation point entries “BALD!,” “Covered in Money!,” and “BODYGUARD!” Peggy directed his new “CUTIE PIE!” video, which looks to have been shot in the desert. Watch below. JPEGMAFIA released All My Heroes Are Cornballs last year. Read Pitchfork’s Rising interview “Get to

Play video content Queen’s guitarist, Brian May, got a double shot of “Another One Bites the Dust” … first with an agonizing crushed nerve, followed by a heart attack. Luckily, Brian lived to tell the tale himself, but he says for a good week he was in absolute “agony” — and that was before his

Rapper YNW Bortlen (real name: Cortlen Henry), was granted release on bond in Broward County, Florida yesterday (May 23). One of Henry’s attorneys John M. Phillips announced the news in a tweet earlier this evening, stating that “Jamell Demons aka @YNWMelly’s co-defendant Cortlen Henry aka @YNWBortlen was granted bond and house arrest.” Phillips clarified that

Exclusive Tyler the Creator looks more like Tyler the Cheese Grater these days — ’cause the guy can seriously shred … and he doesn’t even have to be in the water to do it. Here’s the rapper/producer out in L.A. this week getting his bike ride on with some nifty circus-like tricks to spice it

Yeah Yeah Yeahs were scheduled to play some live shows this year, and while their headlining set at Pitchfork Music Festival 2020 is unfortunately off, being stuck at home isn’t stopping the band from performing together. Last night, they shared a video of a remote performance of the Show Your Bones track “Phenomena.” Instead of

Carl Crawford is ready to talk about the double drowning that occurred at his home — and his first words are ones of regret and remorse for the victims. The former Dodger star turned record label executive took to social media this weekend to reflect on the fatal accident that took place at his crib

Back in January, mysterious artist Slingbaum announced his debut album Slingbaum One, which features a string of high profile musical guests. D’Angelo and Erykah Badu are two of those artists, and they appear on Slingbaum’s new song “Behoove,” which premiered on Giles Peterson’s BB6 Music radio show earlier today (May 23). Give it a listen