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Exclusive Kanye West is not letting his bipolar episode and fierce family feud mess with his bottom line — it’s still business as usual as far as Ye is concerned. Sources close to Kanye tell TMZ … this drama-filled week has not had a negative impact on his massive deals with Adidas and GAP. We’re

Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith has curated a new compilation album called Breathing Instruments, featuring new songs from Emily A. Sprague, Julianna Barwick, Mary Lattimore, and more. Each artist was directed to create a song that “accentuate the ways in which instruments sound like they are breathing.” The compilation is due out August 14 via Smith’s label

Exclusive Tekashi 6ix9ine just lined up a serious payday to perform his upcoming album online … the rapper tells us he just inked a massive deal for a single live stream concert. The rapper, who’s about to regain his freedom, tells TMZ … he just put pen to paper on a $5 million live-streaming deal

Gunna has released the deluxe edition of his latest album WUNNA. The deluxe WUNNA has eight additional tracks, including “RELENTLESS,” featuring Lil Uzi Vert. Check out the track below. Other guests on the deluxe version of WUNNA include Future, NAV, and Young Thug. The album followed Gunna’s 2019 record Drip or Drown 2. Lil Uzi

Exclusive A status hearing on Britney Spears‘ conservatorship never went down this week … because a group of people who had nothing to do with the case refused to get off the Zoom call so the judge could conduct a confidential hearing. The plan was routine — every 3 months or so, the judge calls

On March 20, in response to the financially crippling realities of the COVID-19 pandemic, Bandcamp waived its revenue shares for 24 hours in order to “put much needed money directly into artists’ pockets.” In May, the site did it again and followed with Bandcamp Days on June 5 and July 3. Bandcamp has now revealed

Kanye West has a steady stream of close friends showing up in Wyoming — the latest being Damon Dash, who he took for an essential items shopping trip. It appears Dame arrived at Ranch West sometime Wednesday, and the duo hit up the Walmart in nearby Cody … wearing face masks to enter, as required.

Earlier this month, Showtime’s Desus & Mero featured guest Noname. The Chicago rapper chatted with the hosts about her book club, which she launched to educate herself and others about the negative impacts of capitalism, specifically on communities of color. During the discussion she also talked about the importance of public information, her quarantine routine,

Breaking News Russell Wilson says there’s a chance he won’t be allowed in the hospital room when Ciara gives birth to the couple’s child later this summer … saying COVID-19 might force him to sit out. “That’s what we don’t know,” the NFL superstar told fill-in host Joel McHale on Jimmy Kimmel Live this week.

After multiple anonymous allegations of sexual misconduct surfaced over the weekend regarding both artists and label staff, Burger Records announced plans for “major structural changes” on Monday in an effort to address a “culture of toxic masculinity.” Co-founder and president Lee Rickard resigned, co-founder Sean Bohrman announced plans to eventually step down, the label changed

Jennifer Lopez said love don’t cost a thing, but getting her dune buggies out of the tow yard’s another story … as she quickly learned when her trip to the beach got cut short. So, here’s what happened … J Lo and her crew were dressed and ready for some fun in the sun Tuesday

Smino, J.I.D, and producer Kenny Beats have teamed up for the new track “Baguetti.” Find it below. Last year, Smino and J.I.D were both featured on the Revenge of The Dreamers III song “1993.” Also in 2019, Smino teamed with Noname and Saba for the Ghetto Sage song “Häagen Dazs.” Earlier this year, Smino released

Britney Spears‘ old digs — the home that served as the backdrop when the singer went into free fall, shaved her head and ended up being involuntarily committed — is back on the market, and anyone who still has millions of bucks can now get it for a steal. The pop singer’s former Beverly Hills

Drake has hopped on a new song by London rapper Headie One. “Only You Freestyle” was produced by M1 on the Beat. “I had to go hard, especially on a track with one of the best drill artists in the world,” Drake said in a press release. “Scratch that—the best drill artist in the world.”

Breaking News Nicki Minaj‘s intent to become a mom has finally come to fruition, ’cause she’s confirming what a lot of her fans have suspected … she’s PREGNANT!!! Waiting for your permission to load the Instagram Media. The rapper made the surprise announcement Monday morning on Instagram, posting a photo of herself looking at least

A deluxe edition of Pop Smoke’s posthumous album Shoot for the Stars Aim for the Moon has been released, and it comes with 15 new songs. Listen to them below. The new deluxe edition features the song “Paranoia;” it features Gunna and Young Thug, but not Pusha-T. The track sparked a feud between Pusha-T and

2:36 PM PT — The live stream is getting insane. Kanye is sobbing, saying even if Kim divorces him she brought North into the world. Kanye West is trading his Sunday Service for a campaign junket. The standard-bearer of the Birthday Party will travel to South Carolina Sunday for his first campaign event. Ye will

Last month, Beyoncé announced her new visual album Black Is King with the release of its first trailer. The new project, which was written directed, and executive-produced by Bey, arrives July 31 via Disney+. Today, a second trailer for Black Is King has arrived. The new teaser features appearances by Beyoncé, JAY-Z, Kelly Rowland, Naomi

Kanye West‘s presidential campaign just keeps rolling along, and he’s now setting his sights on South Carolina … where he’s trying to grab enough signatures to get on the November ballot. Kanye posted a tweet, urging S.C. voters to support him with a signature. His petition reads, “I am signing to put Kanye West on

Perry Farrell has announced a new box set called Perry Farrell – The Gliz; The Glamour. It gathers highlights from his decades-long solo career, beginning with his pre-Jane’s Addiction band Psi Com all the way through last year’s solo record Kind Heaven, in addition to remixes, B-sides, and other rarities from his catalog. The substantial

Naya Rivera‘s ex-fiance, Big Sean, has been silent about her tragic death … until now. Sean posted a tribute to his ex, saying, “Rest in Peace Naya, God Bless your Soul! Thank you for blessing us all with your talent and presence. You are a hero!  Not just because of how you saved your son,

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that indoor concerts and performances will begin in England as early as August 1, as Billboard reports and UK culture secretary Oliver Dowden confirmed in a tweet. The plan marks phase four of England’s five-stage reopening strategy for live events. Social distancing will be enforced at the indoor

Exclusive LAPD is now officially looking into the allegation Megan Thee Stallion suffered gunshot wounds … and they’re taking a hard look at Tory Lanez as the potential trigger man. Law enforcement sources tell TMZ … detectives have now opened an assault with a deadly weapon investigation into what allegedly happened early Sunday morning shortly

Open Mike Eagle has shared the music video for a brand new track called “Neighborhood Protection Spell (Lana Del Biden Nem).” The visual (directed and edited by Ryan Calavano) finds Mike rapping while wearing a face covering. Watch below (via Mad Dragon Music). In a statement, Open Mike Eagle explained: When I wrote this song

Exclusive Details Tory Lanez allegedly opened fire on Megan Thee Stallion early Sunday morning after arguing with her and her friend … according to sources directly connected to the investigation. We’re told the argument started after the group left a Hollywood Hills party together in the chauffeur-driven SUV, and at some point, Megan and her

Bladee has released his second album of the year. It’s titled 333 and it was executive produced by fellow Drain Gang member Whitearmor. Check that out below. Earlier this year, the Swedish rapper released Exeter, his third album. Unlike that record, which had two credited appearances by longtime collaborator Ecco2k, 333 does not have any

Kanye West is full steam ahead in his 2020 Presidential run … he just filed a second set of documents Thursday with the Federal Election Commission. Ye’s latest filing is called a Statement of Candidacy, which shows he’s raised or spent more than $5,000 in campaign-related expenses. That elevates him to candidacy status under the

Angel Olsen and Hand Habits performed a cover of Tom Petty’s “Walls” on Cosmic Stream 2 last night (July 14). The ticketed event, held at the Masonic Temple in Asheville, North Carolina, was produced by Swing Left and Minneapolis’ First Avenue club. Check out the performance of “Walls” below. Angel Olsen released her fourth album

Breaking News 12:07 PM PT — The LAPD tells TMZ Megan never told them she was the victim of a crime. The spokesperson said, “At the time Megan Thee [Stallion] was with police she did not report that she was the victim of any crime. And the LAPD has not received any additional information at

Lupe Fiasco and Orlando producer Kaelin Ellis have announced their new HOUSE EP—due out July 24 (via 1st & 15th/Thirty Tigers). The first single, “SHOES,” features Virgil Abloh, who “describes hypothetically designing the shoes that Ahmaud Arbery was wearing when he was murdered,” according to a press release. Listen below. In early May, Kaelin Ellis