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Grammy-nominated and five-time Juno-winning singer-songwriter Jessie Reyez has released her second single of 2024, titled “RIDIN,” featuring rap icon Lil Wayne. The new track, available now via FMLY / Island Records, follows the upbeat and playful “SHUT UP,” featuring Big Sean, released earlier this year. “RIDIN” showcases Reyez’s signature style, taking listeners through a moment…
The JBP welcomes back Elliott Wilson to the studio as the room puts an early notice on Father’s Day (13:13) before turning to Kendrick Lamar’s upcoming LA show on Juneteenth (16:37). Joe then shares his thoughts about ‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’ (27:38), in new music KAYTRANADA’s album ‘TIMELESS’ is out (35:35), Latto’s ‘Sunday Service’…
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The anticipation for a musical and cultural extravaganza unlike any other is building as GRAMMY® Award-winning multi-platinum hip-hop luminaries The Roots and Live Nation Urban announce the 2024 edition of “Roots Picnic.” The two-day festival is set to return to its traditional venue, The Mann in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA, on Saturday…
In the latest episode, the JBP starts with the upcoming holiday (14:02) before turning to Taraji P. Henson’s interview with Oprah (36:27). Lil Wayne calls ‘A Milli’ his greatest record and names Future’s ‘56 Nights’ as the best Hip-Hop mixtape of all-time (48:50), Joe reads a list of quick hit topics including Tiffany Haddish (1:00:33)…
The JBP begins this episode discussing Drake’s lyric from ‘Tuscan Leather’ a decade ago (10:05) before turning to more details on Jeezy & Jeannie Mai’s separation (17:58). Recapping new music, Doja Cat drops her album ‘Scarlet’ (46:44) and Ice announces the release date for Lil Wayne’s ‘Tha Fix Before Tha VI’ (57:23). Jada Pinkett Smith…
MTV has announced new additions to the stellar lineup of performers for the 2023 Video Music Awards, aimed at increasing the entertainment value of the event. The network has just announced the second wave of performers for the highly anticipated event, scheduled to take place live from New Jersey’s renowned Prudential Center on Tuesday, September…
NEW YORK — The 2023 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards are set to recognize outstanding songwriting achievements. Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) will honor Lil Wayne, the accomplished rapper, executive, and philanthropist, with the BMI Icon award. This prestigious accolade celebrates Lil Wayne’s impressive two-decade-plus career and his profound impact on the R&B and hip-hop genre. The event…