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Former President Barack Obama, known for his diverse musical taste ranging from neo-soul to classic rock, has released his annual summer playlist. Continuing the tradition he began in 2015 while still in office, the 63-year-old shared his favorite songs of the year, along with a list of books he’s been reading.

Barack Obama Shares 2024 Summer Playlist, Featuring Charli XCX and More

Latto is still remaining tight-lipped about her relationship. The 777 rapper sat down with Ebro Darden for Apple Music to discuss her love life, which appears to be a central theme on her new album, Sugar Honey Iced Tea. “The internet don’t know a got damn thing. Let’s start there,”...

Latto Says Her Relationship 'Ain’t Really Nobody’s Business' When Asked About Love Life

Tyler, the Creator has never been shy about voicing his thoughts on the rap landscape. These days he’s got a bone to pick with new rappers who don’t love making music. In a new clip from Maverick Carter’s show Mavericks (the full episode releases tomorrow), Tyler discusses his frustration with the new crop of artists. He begins by giving a disclaimer for his comments: "I don’t want to seem like a hater," Tyler said. "Sometimes I have hater energy because I think I’m that good."

Tyler, The Creator Thinks New Rappers Who Don't Love Music Are Taking Up Space

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It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

Eddie, along with his brother Alex, formed the band Van Halen, catapulting to fame with their electrifying performances and revolutionary sound. Eddie's groundbreaking guitar skills redefined the rock genre. 2 / 7. Van Halen. Debut Album 'Van Halen'(1978):. The self-titled debut album showcased Eddie's virtuoso guitar work, featuring the iconic...

Eddie Van Halen: What Was The Rockstar's Cause Of Death?

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Pacific Junction, IA

Two men died in a shooting that went down at an Iowa car show that Boosie Badazz was scheduled to perform at. As reported by TMZ, the 41-year-old rapper was the headliner for the music performance portion of The Pull Up Car Show at the I-29 Speedway in Pacific Junction, Iowa on Saturday, August 10. Other performers included Rob49 and Rich the Factor. Before that portion of the event was set to kick off, however, shots were fired at the venue's parking lot. Two men from Omaha, Nebraska in their late 20s died in the shooting.

Two Men Killed in Shooting at Car Show In Which Boosie Badazz Was Set to Perform

Actress Keke Palmer and her ex-boyfriend, Darius Jackson, appear to have patched things up for the sake of their 18-month-old son, Leodis. On Monday, August 13, Jackson shared a post on his Instagram Stories showing that he and Palmer took their son to the zoo. The post, which showed the former couple smiling with their son, was captioned, "the boy & his folks." This unexpected outing occurred just months after Palmer dropped a restraining order case against Jackson, in which she had accused him of domestic abuse last fall.

Keke Palmer and Darius Jackson Take Son to Zoo After Actress Drops Restraining Order, Custody Petition

Sexyy Red found her doppelgänger. On Monday, X user @__naturalista__ posted a selfie and wrote, "I didn't think I'd like this color this much but here we are." The woman is pictured wearing glasses and blonde hair. The user looks a lot like Big Sexyy—and the St. Louis rapper...

Sexyy Red Reacts to Pic of Doppelgänger: 'Sophisticatedd Red?'

2Pac, often referred to as Tupac Shakur, was one of the most well-known rappers in the world and, during the 1990s, was the go-to artist if you wanted hardcore and passionate gangsta rap. As the primary artist of Dr Dre and Suge Knight’s Death Row Records, Tupac undeniably made massive...

The 2Pac song beloved by The Vatican

The 2024 Paris Olympics ended with one last blaze of glory, and it’s all thanks to some random guy who decided to climb the Eiffel Tower. According to the Associated Press, a shirtless man was seen scaling the 1,083 foot tall tower on Sunday afternoon, just hours before the Olympics closing ceremony.

Man Climbing Eiffel Tower Arrested Hours Before Olympics Closing Ceremonies

Chris Rock getting slapped by Will Smith may have been embarrassing in the moment, but Adam Sandler and Joe Rogan think that it’s helped Rock out in the long run — and harmed Smith at the same time. In a recent conversation for The Joe Rogan Experience, Rogan...

Adam Sandler and Joe Rogan Think Chris Rock’s Oscars Slap Helped Him

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Jungle City Studios  in New York was filled with soul as Sam Smith and Alicia Keys popped in for a live performance of “I’m Not the Only One.” The special duet appears on the 10th anniversary edition of Smith’s debut album, In the Lonely Hour. For the performance, Keys accompanied them on keys and vocals with the pair spilling their feelings over a grand piano.Sam Smith Couldn't Walk for a Month After Tearing ACL in 'Awful' Ski Accident








	The Ava Rikki-directed music video for the collaboration is completed with snapshots from Smith’s New York City Pride party at the historic...

Sam Smith and Alicia Keys Spill Their Feelings Over a Grand Piano in ‘I’m Not the Only One’ Live Video

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YG and Saweetie are still going strong, but not without some hiccups. TMZ reports that the couple had to deal with the cops following an intense fight. Law enforcement sources told the outlet that the pair were arguing at their home in LA on Saturday afternoon, prompting someone to call the police “out of concern.”

YG and Saweetie Reportedly Get Into Heated Argument at Los Angeles Home, Police Intervene

Rock music is full of unexpected partnerships. While some collaborations result in timeless classics, others make you wonder what the artists were thinking. Here are 10 of the weirdest and most head-scratching collaborations in classic rock history. 1. Ozzy Osbourne & Miss Piggy – “Born To Be Wild” (1994)...

10 Most WTF Collaborations in Classic Rock History

Classic tunes that have inspired countless covers over the years, serving as a continuous thread in the fabric of music history. From the melodies that shaped the rock ‘n’ roll scene to ballads that echoed in the hearts of many, here are the 11 most covered classic rock songs of all time.

11 Most Covered Classic Rock Songs of All Time

Brooklyn, NY

Ángel Salazar, best known as Al Pacino’s sidekick Chi Chi in Scarface, has died. He was 68. A representative for Salazar confirmed to TMZ that the actor and comedian passed away in his sleep at a friend’s home in Brooklyn, New York. Although a cause of death has not been revealed, the rep confirmed that he lived with heart-related issues.

'Scarface' Actor Ángel Salazar Dead at 68

Lexington, KY

Sophia Rosing, the former University of Kentucky student who was filmed attacking a Black dorm desk clerk last year, has pleaded guilty to assault charges. On Monday, the 23-year-old pleaded guilty to four counts of fourth-degree assault, one count of disorderly conduct, and one count of public intoxication in Fayette County Circuit Court. According to her attorney, Fred Peters, Rosing is facing up to 1 year in jail and 100 hours of community service, and her sentencing is scheduled for Oct. 17.

Ex-University of Kentucky Student Seen Saying N-Word 200 Times Pleads Guilty to Racist Attack

Raygun, the viral Australian breakdancer from the 2024 Paris Olympics, can count on Adele to have her back. The 36-year-old university professor became a breakout star during the Olympic games when her “unique” b-girl routine made her a viral sensation and the butt of jokes and memes online.

Adele Praises Raygun, Calls Her Routine ‘the Best Thing’ She Saw at the Olympics After Breakdancer Defends Viral Performance

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

Colin Kaepernick is still prepping for another shot in the NFL — if he ever gets another chance. The 36-year-old quarterback hasn’t played in the NFL for seven years, but in a recent conversation with Sky Sports, he revealed that he’s still getting ready in case he gets that call.

Colin Kaepernick Is 'Still Training, Still Pushing' for Another NFL Shot: 'Got to Get One of These Team Owners to Open Up'

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Danny Brown Jokes About Obama Having 2Pac and K-Ci & JoJo Song on His 2024 Summer Playlist

Barack Obama had genre-spanning selections on his new summer playlist, but rapper and podcaster Danny Brown can't stop laughing at his 2Pac song choice. On the...

Danny Brown Jokes About Obama Having 2Pac and K-Ci & JoJo Song on His 2024 Summer Playlist

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