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Jay-Z‘s latest hustle is big-time gambling … he’s signed on with some heavy hitters in a bid to open a sportsbook in NY, and the move could make him a pioneer in the billion-dollar industry. TMZ has learned Jay’s name is on one of the applications submitted to the NY Gaming Commission requesting approval for

Play video content TMZSports.com A fight between Aaron Carter and Lenny Dykstra is NOT gonna happen … so says the singer himself, who tells TMZ Sports the ex-baseball star is too old and fragile to step in the ring with him. As we previously reported, the former All-Star slugger called out the pop star earlier

News Nanci Griffith, Folk and Country Singer-Songwriter, Dies at 68 The Grammy-winning artist was best known for “Love at the Five and Dime” and her cover of Julie Gold’s “From a Distance” By Matthew Ismael Ruiz August 13, 2021 Facebook Twitter Nanci Griffith performs in London, February 3, 2010. (Photo by Christie Goodwin/Redferns) Facebook Twitter

Rihanna‘s fashion show nearly got a musical artist decapitated, because they played the wrong version of a song at a fashion show … this according to a new lawsuit. Rihanna’s Fenty brand is being sued by a musician who claims RiRi’s company reached out to use one of her songs during a Savage X Fenty

News Listen to Tierra Whack’s New Song “8” From EA Sports and Interscope’s new Madden NFL 22 soundtrack By Madison Bloom August 13, 2021 Facebook Twitter Tierra Whack (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images). Facebook Twitter Tierra Whack has released a new song called “8.” The track appears on the new soundtrack for EA Sports’ Madden

Jamie Spears has agreed it’s time to step down as conservator of Britney‘s estate — he just said so in new legal docs — and he wants to work with the court on an orderly transition. We’ve learned Jamie’s lawyer is filing legal docs in which he says, “There are, in fact, no actual grounds

News AEG to Implement Full Vaccination Mandate for Concert Attendees and Staff Policy goes into full effect October 1 “to allow time for any eligible unvaccinated ticketholders and staff to reach fully vaccinated status should they choose to do so” By Noah Yoo August 12, 2021 Facebook Twitter Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for Coachella

The judge overseeing Britney Spears‘ conservatorship case isn’t just unpopular with Britney’s fans — the woman is having her life threatened … a scary development that’s now on law enforcement’s radar. The #freebritney crowd’s outrage started bubbling over after Judge Brenda Penny‘s ruling last week … you’ll recall she decided against immediately suspending Jamie Spears

News Bleachers to Require COVID-19 Vaccinations or Negative Tests From Audiences Jack Antonoff wants to ensure that “every show will be as safe as possible” By Madison Bloom August 11, 2021 Facebook Twitter Bleachers’ Jack Antonoff (Photo by Lloyd Bishop/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images). Facebook Twitter Bleachers is the latest act to require audience

Play video content Yup, NFL lineman Jordan Mailata can still REALLY sing … his Eagles squadmates filmed him belting out “Tennessee Whiskey” at a team meeting this month — and it’s downright incredible!! The 6-foot-8, 346-pound tackle has never been shy about showing off his voice … and he did it again this week in

News NNAMDÏ Fractures Wrist in Scooter Accident, Will Miss Wilco and Sleater-Kinney Tour Dates His label and friends launched a GoFundMe to help cover the cost of surgery By Evan Minsker August 10, 2021 Facebook Twitter NNAMDÏ (Dennis Eliott) Facebook Twitter Just before a scheduled show opening for Wilco and Sleater-Kinney this week, Chicago musician

Country singer Clare Dunn is terrified her alleged attacker — a Lyft driver in Nashville — is out there abusing another woman, because nearly 2 months after she was beaten on a roadside … he’s still free. Clare says she’d been out in Nashville with girlfriends on June 25, and around midnight she got Lyft

News Announcing Pitchfork Music Film Series Pitchfork and Music Box Theatre in Chicago present a three-film series ahead of Pitchfork Music Festival 2021 By Pitchfork August 10, 2021 Facebook Twitter Graphic by Marina Kozak Facebook Twitter Pitchfork is proud to announce a new film series at the Music Box Theatre in Chicago, showcasing three beloved

Washington D.C. artist Ginuwine (real name Elgin Baylor Lumpkin) was only 26 years old when he became a singing sensation after his debut album Ginuwine … The Bachelor was released in 1996 and featured the singles “Tell Me Do You Wanna,” “When Doves Cry” … and of course the chart-topping sexy song “Pony.” After the

News Jimmy Urine of Mindless Self Indulgence Sued for Sexual Battery of a Minor The lawsuit outlines James Euringer of the New York punk band’s alleged actions from 1997 to 1999 By Evan Minsker August 9, 2021 Facebook Twitter Jimmy Urine from Mindless Self Indulgence in 2013 (Scott Legato/Getty Images) Facebook Twitter Note: This article

Talib Kweli and DJ Eque have a huge sticking point in their ongoing divorce battle … and whatever the judge decides will have a significant impact on who gets what. According to new legal docs, obtained by TMZ, Talib’s big issue is the date of separation. He claims they separated on October 20, 2015, after

News DaBaby Deletes Instagram Apology Statement to LGBTQ+ Community The rapper issued the statement following widespread backlash for his offensive remarks at Rolling Loud Miami By Madison Bloom August 8, 2021 Facebook Twitter DaBaby (Photo by Rich Fury/Getty Images). Facebook Twitter On August 2, DaBaby posted a statement on Instagram apologizing for the homophobic remarks

Mally Mall‘s slated to begin his 33-month prison term next week, but he’d like a little more time before he has to check in … because he says he needs to undergo a medical procedure first. According to new legal docs, obtained by TMZ … the hip-hop producer — who pled guilty in late 2019

News Chvrches and John Carpenter Remix Each Other for New 7″ Single: Listen The Scottish synth-pop trio and American horror master come together for a special 2-track release By Noah Yoo August 6, 2021 Facebook Twitter Facebook Twitter Chvrches and John Carpenter have joined forces for a new 7″ single. The two-track release features Chvrches’

Play video content TMZ.com Tank is ecstatic that his early tunes are finally seeing the light of day, officially, alongside Aaliyah‘s catalog … this in spite of the drama behind the scenes. The R&B crooner broke down what this moment means for him Saturday morning when we ran into him at LAX, and he said

News Kool & the Gang Co-Founder Dennis Thomas Dies at 70 Thomas played on every one of the funk group’s studio albums, with a career that spanned almost 60 years By Noah Yoo August 7, 2021 Facebook Twitter Facebook Twitter Dennis Thomas—longtime saxophonist and an original member of Kool & the Gang—has died, as the

Shock G is being honored with a celebration of life in Oakland … there’s a day-long tribute coming up full of good deeds and good tunes. Shock G’s longtime manager, Atron Gregory, tells TMZ … Oakland is celebrating the Digital Underground star with a city-wide event August 21, and the day kicks off with the

News Watch the New Trailer for Season 2 of Wu-Tang: An American Saga The new season of Hulu’s biographical series on the Wu-Tang Clan premieres next month By Matthew Ismael Ruiz August 6, 2021 Facebook Twitter A screengrab of the new trailer for Wu-Tang: An American Saga season 2 Facebook Twitter Hulu has shared the

Play video content TMZ.com Backstreet Boys singer Brian Littrell is suggesting Britney Spears be wary about what she throws up on her social media, because this is a very precarious time for her … a clear reference to her conservatorship battle. ICYMI, Britney’s been very active on Instagram lately — sharing thoughts, memes, topless photos

News Yendry and Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley Share Video for New Song “You”: Watch “The song ‘You’ reveals the first steps of a love story. The intriguing part versus the fear of falling in love with someone who isn’t necessarily good for us.”—Yendry By Allison Hussey August 6, 2021 Facebook Twitter Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley

Kim Kardashian and all of her children are showing just how much they love and support Daddy … they’re back in Atlanta for Kanye West‘s encore “Donda” listening party. Kim and their kids — North, Saint, Chicago and Psalm — are on the east coast yet again to attend Ye’s second event at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

News Taylor Swift Cheekily Reveals Phoebe Bridgers Feature on New Red (Taylor’s Version) Fans have figured out that the new album will also include collaborations with Ed Sheeran and Chris Stapleton, as well as a 10-minute version of “All Too Well” By Matthew Strauss August 5, 2021 Facebook Twitter Taylor Swift, October 2012 (Dave J

Fetty Wap‘s daughter died as a result of a health issue she’d carried with her since birth … TMZ has learned. The rapper and his ex Lisa Pembroke‘s 4-year-old, Lauren, died from a fatal cardiac arrhythmia due to complications of congenital cardiac anomalies … this according to the death certificate. Essentially, that means she’d had

News Aaliyah Estate Releases Statement About “Unauthorized Projects” as Former Label Teases Music Release As rumors swirl about Aaliyah’s music arriving to streaming platforms, the estate reveals an “unscrupulous endeavor” to release the late singer’s music without transparency By Evan Minsker August 5, 2021 Facebook Twitter Aaliyah in 2000 (Kevin Mazur/WireImage) Facebook Twitter Much of

The Weeknd hoped to surprise fans with a really BIG screen showing of his new music video … but safety concerns for viewers with epilepsy got the project pulled. Sources familiar with the situation tell TMZ … Abel’s video for his new track, “Take My Breath,” was scheduled to play on IMAX screens that are