Ice Cube talks ‘Ride Along’ sequel
LOS ANGELES — In the 20-plus years since Ice Cube decided to focus on movies, he’s taken on key roles in filmmaking – acting, writing, …
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Latter-day rap disrespect of civil rights icons raises concerns
Malcolm X and rap music have always fit together like a needle in the groove, connected by struggle, strength and defiance. But three recent episodes …
Rap disrespect of black icons raises concerns
Malcolm X and rap music have always fit together like a needle in the groove, connected by struggle, strength and defiance. But three recent episodes …
Use of Malcolm X photo causes outrage
NEW YORK (AP) — Nicki Minaj has apologized for using a famous photo of Malcolm X with a rifle in his hands and juxtaposing it …
Macklemore says Lamar ‘robbed’ at Grammy Awardas
LOS ANGELES — Everyone felt sorry for Kendrick Lamar after the dazzling young rapper was shut out at the Grammy Awards – even Macklemore, the …
Review: Don’t ditch Pandora yet for iTunes Radio
LOS ANGELES — Now that iTunes Radio has shipped to millions of iPhone and iPad owners, does that mean you should delete Pandora? Not so …
John Legend on music, wedding, Kanye, Syria
LOS ANGELES — John Legend has one more thing to do before launching his fall tour: get married.The 34-year-old R&B singer is engaged to 27-year-old …
Lil Wayne, Rick Ross mishaps spark debate
NEW YORK – Since it began, rap has found ways to offend. Whether for political content, sexual imagery, misogyny, violence or coarse humor, rappers have …
Shirley Caesar recruits newbie artists for new album
LOS ANGELES — Shirley Caesar used to refuse to infuse contemporary styles with her traditional gospel sound, but now the 11-time Grammy winner and pastor …
Rambunctious best musical ‘Memphis’ turning up the dial
MIAMI – From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis, Tenn., a hot new Broadway musical bursts off the stage with explosive dancing, irresistible songs …