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Roy Ayers, a jazz legend who influenced hip-hop and R&B musicians, dies at 84
Read full article: Roy Ayers, a jazz legend who influenced hip-hop and R&B musicians, dies at 84Roy Ayers, a legendary jazz vibraphonist, keyboardist, composer and vocalist known for his spacy, funky 1976 hit “Everybody Loves the Sunshine” has died.
FireAid announces $50 million for LA community organizations helping those impacted by fires
Read full article: FireAid announces $50 million for LA community organizations helping those impacted by firesFireAid, the benefit concert which raised an estimated $100 million to benefit those impacted by the LA fires, announced $50 million in grants for community-based organizations supporting families, food access, temporary housing, disaster case management and more.
Kendrick Lamar vows to keep his passion for storytelling at the Super Bowl halftime show
Read full article: Kendrick Lamar vows to keep his passion for storytelling at the Super Bowl halftime showKendrick Lamar aims to infuse his Los Angeles hip-hop flavor into New Orleans while staying true to his storytelling roots during Sunday’s Super Bowl halftime performance.
Drake and Kendrick Lamar's beef — from its beginnings to the Super Bowl — explained
Read full article: Drake and Kendrick Lamar's beef — from its beginnings to the Super Bowl — explainedThe beef between rappers Drake and Kendrick Lamar started out in their lyrics but has gotten so big its reached the courts and even the Super Bowl.
FireAid delivered loads of surprises. Here are some of the best moments from the musical benefit
Read full article: FireAid delivered loads of surprises. Here are some of the best moments from the musical benefitFireAid brought together artists from musical generations and genres to help raise money for Los Angeles-area wildfire relief efforts.
Super Bowl 2025: Time, channel, halftime show, how to watch Chiefs vs. Eagles livestream
Read full article: Super Bowl 2025: Time, channel, halftime show, how to watch Chiefs vs. Eagles livestreamPatrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and the ubiquitous Taylor Swift will be among the familiar faces for this year’s Super Bowl when the Kansas City Chiefs go for an unprecedented three-peat against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday in New Orleans.
George Clinton, The Doobie Brothers, Mike Love and more get into Songwriters Hall of Fame
Read full article: George Clinton, The Doobie Brothers, Mike Love and more get into Songwriters Hall of FameGeorge Clinton, The Doobie Brothers, Ashley Gorley, Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins, The Beach Boys’ Mike Love and Tony Macaulay make up the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees.
Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre's brotherhood is still strong after 30 years with new album 'Missionary'
Read full article: Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre's brotherhood is still strong after 30 years with new album 'Missionary'When it comes to music, there’s one person in particular Snoop Dogg trusts to steer the ship without question: hit-making producer Dr. Dre.
What to stream: Paris and Nicole reunite, Romano and Kudrow team up and Indiana Jones quests
Read full article: What to stream: Paris and Nicole reunite, Romano and Kudrow team up and Indiana Jones questsAngelina Jolie portraying opera singer Maria Callas in the movie “Maria” and Jamie Foxx's Netflix comedy special called “Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was.
Last original member of Kool & the Gang to represent group at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Read full article: Last original member of Kool & the Gang to represent group at the Rock & Roll Hall of FameAfter fueling so many other people’s parties, it will be time for Kool & the Gang to themselves finally celebrate when they are inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame next month in Cleveland.
Lil Wayne feels hurt after being passed over as Super Bowl halftime headliner. The snub 'broke' him
Read full article: Lil Wayne feels hurt after being passed over as Super Bowl halftime headliner. The snub 'broke' himLil Wayne opened up for the first time about his devastation after not being selected as the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show headline performer in his hometown of New Orleans.
Rap megastar Kendrick Lamar will headline the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show
Read full article: Rap megastar Kendrick Lamar will headline the 2025 Super Bowl halftime showKendrick Lamar will pop out on the NFL’s biggest stage next year: The Grammy winner will headline the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show in New Orleans.
Snoop's side quests: Beyond the Olympics, rapper has proved versatility from cooking to wrestling
Read full article: Snoop's side quests: Beyond the Olympics, rapper has proved versatility from cooking to wrestlingAlthough he is most prominently known for his decades-long rap career and being everyone’s “uncle,” Snoop Dogg has proven his talent extends beyond what he does in the recording studio.
Who performed at the Olympic closing ceremony? Snoop, Dr. Dre, Billie Eilish, Red Hot Chili Peppers
Read full article: Who performed at the Olympic closing ceremony? Snoop, Dr. Dre, Billie Eilish, Red Hot Chili PeppersSnoop Dogg brought out Dr. Dre, Billie Eilish and Red Hot Chili Peppers all performed from a California beachside during the handover to the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
After Drake battle, Kendrick Lamar turns victory lap concert into LA unity celebration
Read full article: After Drake battle, Kendrick Lamar turns victory lap concert into LA unity celebrationNot content with merely taking a victory lap after winning his battle last month against fellow rap superstar Drake, Kendrick Lamar turned his Juneteenth “Pop Out” concert into a celebration of Los Angeles unity.
After Barstool Sports sponsorship fizzles, Snoop Dogg brand is attached to Arizona Bowl, fo shizzle
Read full article: After Barstool Sports sponsorship fizzles, Snoop Dogg brand is attached to Arizona Bowl, fo shizzleRapper and media personality Snoop Dogg is putting his name on the Arizona Bowl for what will be the first partnership between an alcohol brand and a college bowl game.
Grammys Moments: A rap tribute for the ages, Beyoncé triumph
Read full article: Grammys Moments: A rap tribute for the ages, Beyoncé triumphFor almost as long as the 50 years of history celebrated on Sunday's Grammy awards, rap artists have had an uncomfortable relationship with the music's biggest institution.
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Dr. Dre back home after reported brain aneurysm treatment
Read full article: Dr. Dre back home after reported brain aneurysm treatmentPeter Paterno, an attorney for the rapper and producer, said Dre was home but offered no other details in an email exchange Saturday. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes, File)LOS ANGELES – Dr. Dre was back at home Saturday after being treated at a Los Angeles hospital for a reported brain aneurysm. Peter Paterno, an attorney for the music mogul, said Dre was home but offered no other details in an email exchange Saturday. On Friday, actor and rapper Ice T posted that he had connected with Dre on FaceTime and that he had “just made it home. Dre founded Beats Electronics in 2008 with Jimmy Iovine, and six years later they launched a streaming subscription service, Beats Music.
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Dr. Dre recovering well after being admitted into hospital
Read full article: Dr. Dre recovering well after being admitted into hospitalFILE - Dr. Dre attends a hand and footprint ceremony honoring Quincy Jones on Nov. 27, 2018, in Los Angeles. In a social media post late Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2021, Dr. Dre said he will be back home soon after the music mogul received medical treatment at a Los Angeles hospital for a reported brain aneurysm. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File)LOS ANGELES – Dr. Dre says he will be “back home soon” after the music mogul received medical treatment at a Los Angeles hospital for a reported brain aneurysm. Several music artists and athletes paid tribute to Dre on social media on Tuesday. Dre founded Beats Electronics in 2008 with Jimmy Iovine and six years later they launched a streaming subscription service, Beats Music.
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Dr. Dres wife of 24 years Nicole Young files for divorce
Read full article: Dr. Dres wife of 24 years Nicole Young files for divorceLOS ANGELES Dr. Dre's wife of 24 years Nicole Young has filed for divorce. Young filed documents seeking to end her marriage with Dr. Dre the producer, rapper and music mogul whose real name is Andre Young on Monday in Los Angeles County Superior Court. member, solo rapper, producer, co-owner of Death Row Records and founder and CEO of Aftermath Entertainment and Beats Electronics. Dr. Dre has four children from previous relationships. An email to Dr. Dre's publicist seeking comment on the divorce filing was not immediately returned.