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Queen Latifah apologizes for sparking OutKast album rumor

Hip-hop fans everywhere are understandably excited about beloved duo OutKast’s decision to reunite for several performances throughout 2014, but fellow hip-hop star Queen Latifah may have let her enthusiasm get away from her this week. The buzz began after Latifah was asked about OutKast during an appearance on “The Howard Stern Show” this week.

Bruce Springsteen talks about Kanye, Public Enemy and Jay Z

Rock legend Bruce Springsteen shared his thoughts on hip-hop in a recent interview published by NPR. In the piece, “The Boss” recalled his first experiences with hip-hop in the early 1980s and explained that, while he is admittedly “not well-versed” in the music, he does have an appreciation for it and has listened to several major artists over the years, ranging from Public Enemy to Kanye West.

Kanye West church founded to spread ‘Yeezianity’

A new religious movement, Yeezianity, has developed in recognition of the controversial hip-hop star’s music and words. The followers of Yeezianity are anonymous but are dead serious about their belief that Kanye is a deity.

Talib Kweli defends Macklemore & Ryan Lewis

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis have generated much debate in hip-hop circles since the release of 2012s The Heist. The Seattle-based duo became indie rap poster boys after their single “Thrift Shop” became a mainstream smash, but not everyone celebrated the pair’s success.

Kanye West’s ‘Yeezus’ goes platinum

Despite the fact that Kanye West’s latest album, “Yeezus,” hasn’t produced any big radio hits, sales of the disc have propelled it to platinum status.

Ciara confirms her pregnancy

Ciara pregnant by rapper Future Ciara is confirming rumors that she’s with child. The singer who was recently spotted in Milan trying to conceal a

Beyoncé answers Instagram questions about her album

Beyoncé answers #AskBeyoncé Instagram questions After soliciting questions via an #AskBeyoncé Instagram hashtag Beyoncé answered questions during a public Q&A in New York. As previously reported Beyoncé

Turntable Tuesdays: DJ Sean Alvarez

Music is Sean Alvarez’s sanctuary. The foundation was built in the mid 80’s hearing legends like Ron Hardy, Lil Louis, Farley Jackmaster Funk, and DJ