- Megan Thee Stallion’s third album will be called ‘Megan’ and released on June 28. The 29-year-old rapper has been teasing the new record’s release with a series of snake-themed singles – ‘Cobra’, ‘Boa’ and ‘Hiss’ -. She announced the album’s name and release date during her show at the State Farm…
- Global Afropop superstar Yemi Alade has released a brand new music video for “Tomorrow”— a lead up to her upcoming tenth body of work titled ‘Rebel Queen’, set for release in 2024. “Tomorrow” is an uplifting and up-beat track produced by Yasso. The new visuals, just like Yemi’s music, nourishes the…
- Eminem relives his ‘Without Me’ video in the promo for his new track ‘Houdini’. The 51-year-old rapper is returning with his first new album in four years – ‘The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce)’ – and he released the lead single on Friday (31.05.24) alongside the video which sees him relive…
- Usher is set to receive a Lifetime Achievement BET Award. The 45-year-old star will be honoured for his career achievements at the BET Awards at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles on June 30. Connie Orlando, the BET EVP, Specials, Music Programming and Music Strategy, said: “The relationship…
- GRAMMY-nominated global Afrobeats star Ayra Starr releases her much-anticipated sophomore album, ‘The Year I Turned 21’, alongside the new single ‘Last Heartbreak Song’ ft. Giveon, out now on Mavin Records. Ayra Starr is set to make her Glastonbury Festival debut on the Pyramid Stage in June.…
- The Notorious B.I.G.’s mother wants to “slap the daylights” out of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. Voletta Wallace, 71, spoke out against the rapper, 54, as he faces a string of sexual assault lawsuits and following his online apology after footage emerged from 2016 showing him beating his then-girlfriend…
- Internationally renowned music sensation KIZZ DANIEL is set to release his latest single, ‘Double’, a heartfelt dedication to his WIFE, who also stars as the vixen in the accompanying music video. This new release marks a significant milestone in Kizz Daniel’s career as he embraces themes of love…
- Lenny Kravitz can “barely believe” he’s 60. The music star celebrated his landmark birthday on May 26 and Lenny admits that he’s still loving life as much as ever. He told the Guardian newspaper: “I can barely believe it myself. But it’s beautiful.” Lenny also revealed the secrets to his youthful-…
- Red Bull Dance Your Style made a stop in Mombasa at the Mama Ngina Waterfront over the past weekend (May 25) as part of its nationwide tour. The event stirred the usually quiet town, welcoming a fair share of attention and attendance from the dance community and fanatics. The signature battle…
- Katy Perry is set to make millions from performing at a pre-wedding bash for one of the world’s richest men. The 39-year-old pop star is jetting to Cannes in the south of France to perform a short set for Anant Ambani and his bride Radhika Merchant. A source told The Sun newspaper: “They have…
- Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss was often “drained” by his “extroverted” public persona. The late DJ took his own life aged 40 in December 2022, and his widow Allison Holker has admitted there were two sides to the ‘Ellen DeGeneres Show’ star, which impacted his mental health as he found himself needing to “…
- Jamaican artists Sean Paul and Shenseea are among the list of artists on the official soundtrack for the upcoming film Bad Boys: Ride Or Die. The new blockbuster starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence debuts worldwide on June 7. Sean Paul appears twice on the ten-track compilation: “Light Em Up”…
- Tanzanian music couple Billnass and Nandy, are joyfully anticipating the arrival of their second child. The couple delighted their followers with the announcement, sharing heartwarming videos on their social media platforms that revealed Nandy’s pregnancy. The news quickly went viral, with fans and…
- Eating fish can prevent angry outbursts. Boffins at the University of Pennsylvania have discovered that people who take Omega-3 – found in fish and walnuts – are less prone to losing their temper. The experts analysed over 20 studies relating to the nutrient and found there was a 30 per cent…
- Idris Elba has been voted as having the sexiest male voice. The ‘Luther’ actor’s gravelly tones won him the top spot in a new survey, placing narrowly ahead of fellow actor Tom Hardy and James Bond himself, Daniel Craig, in third. According to the Bingo Association’s study, TV chef Nigella Lawson…
- Travis Kelce is “looking” for movie roles. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end – who is dating Taylor Swift – recently landed a part in Ryan Murphy’s upcoming horror series ‘Grotesquerie’ and he’s already looking to build on his acting debut by going on the lookout for big screen projects. Discussing…
- Eminem will release his new single, ‘Houdini,’ on Friday, May 31. The rap superstar has been teasing his return and the death of The Real Slim Shady, his stage name, and now he’s seemingly revealed the first track from his new album is days away. Eminem FaceTimed magician David Blaine in his latest…
- Cat owners have been told to stop “swearing” at their felines. A pet charity has warned against using phrases such as “Here, puss” as words with the ‘s’ sound in them as it is akin to using expletives towards the moggies. PDSA vet nurse Gemma Renwick said: “Cats pick up on certain sounds and tend…
- Jennifer Lopez was scared after her face was stolen for artificial intelligence scams. The 54-year-old actress – who plays the title role in new Netflix sci-fi film ‘Atlas’, which explores the issues with AI – admitted she has struggled with the way technology has advanced, particularly when it…
- North West has been supported by an original ‘Lion King’ star after her performance as Young Simba. The 10-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West made her stage debut in a 30th anniversary concert production of ‘The Lion King’ at the Hollywood Bowl on Friday (24.05.24), and Jason Weaver…
- Tina Knowles has revealed Beyonce “was very shy” and “got bullied” when she was younger. The ‘Crazy In Love’ hitmaker’s mother has reflected on her favourite memories of her children growing up and recalled the moment Beyonce “stood up for someone” who was also being targeted. Sharing a video from…
- Popular American singer Bobby V, formerly known as Bobby Valentino, serenaded R&B fans on Saturday at the much-anticipated ‘We Love R&B’ Concert in Nairobi. The event, held at Nairobi Showground – The Dome, attracted R&B lovers eager to experience the soulful melodies and captivating…
- TikTok Live is set to introduce new Live Monetization Guidelines and educational initiatives aimed at cultivating positive, authentic, and joyful communities on the platform. These guidelines specify that certain content, including inauthentic or low-quality material, will not be eligible for…
- Grammy-nominated, chart-topping Jamaican artist, Shenseea has released her sophomore album, ‘Never Gets Late Here’. ‘Never Gets Late Here’ features special guest features such as Wizkid, Coi Leray, Anitta, Masicka and Di Genius, the album is a kaleidoscope of rhythms and genre-crossing music…
- Ayesha Curry has given birth to a baby boy. The 35-year-old actress – who is married to NBA star Stephen Curry and already has daughters Riley, 11, and Ryan, eight, as well as five-year-old son Canon with him – went into labour slightly early a fortnight ago and welcomed a second son, who has been…
- Nicki Minaj is “working non-stop” to get her Manchester gig rescheduled after it was cancelled due to her arrest in the Netherlands. The ‘Anaconda’ rapper was forced to axe her gig at the city’s Co-Op Live arena on Saturday (25.05.24) just half an hour before she was supposed to be on stage after…
- Nairobi is about to get even more stylish! Manix Limited, the premier destination for fashion brands catering to the entire family, has unveiled their three stores at Westgate Shopping Mall- Manix clothing store, Levi’s and Giordano. This expansion underscores Manix’s Limited commitment to…
- In October 2022, Whoopi admitted she would love Nicki Minaj, Lizzo, and Keke Palmer to be cast in ‘Sister Act 3’. Speaking to host Charlamagne Tha God on Comedy Central’s ‘Hell of A Week’, she said: “I want everybody. I want as many people who want to have some fun, because I really, desperately…
- Kenyan Afro-Fusion singer-songwriter, Nina Ogot stirs the live music scene once again with the release of ‘Ukumbu.KE’ – her brand new album. The 9-track album with a fresh outlook is proof, once again, of Nina Ogot’s thoughts and feelings as a live performer. In her true fashion, she has created…
- Lady Gaga wants to record another single with Beyonce. The two superstars teamed up on ‘Telephone’ in 2010, and the ‘Bad Romance’ hitmaker also featured on her pal’s track ‘Video Phone’ in 2009, and after fans speculated they were recording a follow-up track earlier this year, the ‘Star Is Born’…
- Kelly Clarkson and her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock have settled their lawsuit. The former couple were locked in a legal battle after the 42-year-old singer filed a cross-complaint against her ex in March that sought to affirm or expand the $2.6 million award the California Labor Commission…
- A woman has accused Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs of drugging and raping her multiple times when she was a student. April Lampros has filed a lawsuit against the 54-year-old rap mogul, who she claimed showered her with gifts and flowers after they met in New York, but things took a darker turn when they met…
- Lauryn Hill, Michael Jackson and The Beatles sit atop the top 10 albums from Apple Music’s 100 Best Albums of All Time List. The streaming giant’s experts worked alongside a select group of artists, songwriters, producers and industry professionals to curate the list, fully independent of any…
- Lady Gaga wants to record another single with Beyonce. The two superstars teamed up on ‘Telephone’ in 2010, and the ‘Bad Romance’ hitmaker also featured on her pal’s track ‘Video Phone’ in 2009, and after fans speculated they were recording a follow-up track earlier this year, the ‘Star Is Born’…
- Sean Kingston was arrested on Thursday (23.05.24) after a warrant was issued for “numerous fraud and theft charges”. The 34-year-old singer – whose real name is Kisean Anderson – was performing in California when he was detained, hours after a South Florida mansion he was renting was raided and his…
- Cassie Ventura has thanked people for their “love and support” following the release of video footage of her being assaulted by then-boyfriend Sean ‘Diddy Combs’. The 54-year-old rapper was seen in a surveilance video released by CNN on 17 May launching a brutal attack on the 37-year-old singer at…
- In a memorable occasion highlighting the lasting friendship between nations and commemorating a significant milestone in diplomatic history, President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden graciously received President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto of the Republic of Kenya for a State…
- Eminem has dropped a huge hint he will release new music as early as this month. The 51-year-old rapper took to Instagram to share a video of a text message conversation, which is dated Friday May 31, 12:00AM. The message is addressed to “all contacts”, and it reads: “…and for my last trick!” …
- On Thursday evening, the grand halls of the White House will once again come alive with the vibrant spirit of diplomacy and celebration. President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden are set to host a state dinner in honor of Kenya’s President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto. While the…
- Receiving an invitation to a state visit and dinner at the White House is an honor sought after by many, and for good reason. It is an exclusive event hosted by the President of the United States, showcasing global power and influence while setting the stage for important diplomatic discussions…
- Renowned Nigerian artist and maestro producer, Tekno has officially inked a revolutionary deal with emPawa Africa, the brainchild of musical impresario, Mr Eazi. This game-changing collaboration will see Tekno’s Cartel Music releasing some exciting new music via emPawa Africa with the first single…
- Altè rap muse King Kerby is gearing for another scintillating music drop this Friday. The cut “Leeches” music visual off his upcoming ‘Saba Deluxe’ LP will be unveiled this Friday, May 24. Tapping Kenyan video director Mwau Matilu popularly known as The Retrogod as the visuals director, the music…
- Tonight’s state dinner, the sixth hosted by the Biden administration, honors the Kenyan President William Ruto with an evening of culinary excellence and diplomatic celebration. The dinner will be held under the stars in a stunning pavilion made almost entirely of glass, creating an enchanting…
- According to the White House Historical Association, a state dinner honoring a visiting head of government or reigning monarch is one of the grandest and most glamorous of White House affairs. It is part of an official state visit and provides the president and first lady the opportunity to honor…
- Hollywood legend Tyler Perry has issued a response after missing out on welcoming president William Ruto at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta. “Unfortunately my schedule was booked and I’m heartbroken that I couldn’t move things around in time to be there to greet President Ruto of Kenya as he and his…
- For an American (and pretty much everyone else in the West), summer is just about to commence. Other than the amazing weather and countless cool parties, another major element synonymous with a great summer are the hit music releases that characterize the season. Singers Tinashe and Kehlani have…
- Nightmares could signify the onset of autoimmune illnesses. A study by the University of Cambridge and King’s College London has found an increase in disrupted sleep, nightmares and daytime hallucinations preceded a “flare-up” of the condition lupus. Three in five of the lupus patients surveyed…
- Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been hit with another abuse lawsuit. The scandal-plagued rapper, 54, who has just apologised for beating his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura after footage emerged of the 2016 assault, is being accused by model Crystal McKinney of forcing her to perform a sex act on him after…
- Elvis Presley’s personal Bible is going up for sale. The late ‘Blue Suede Shoes’ hitmaker kept the Christian text on his nightstand, where it was found by his cousin, Patsy Presley when she and the singer’s dad were packing up his belongings after he passed away in 1977, and now it is going under…
- In a landmark event celebrating African innovation and entrepreneurship, President William Ruto officially inaugurated Vivo Fashion Group’s first U.S. store in Atlanta, Georgia at Atlanta Station Mall on May 22, 2024. This historic occasion marked a significant milestone for the Kenyan retail…
