LOS ANGELES, CA – FEBRUARY 15: (L-R) Sean Combs, Ludacris and Jermaine Dupri perform onstage at the 2018 Global Spin Awards at The Novo by Microsoft on February 22, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/Getty Images for Global Spin Awards) *** Local Caption *** Ludacris;Sean Combs;Jermaine Dupri “Global Spin Awards” Airs Feb. 22nd at 8:30 P.M. EST On Revolt The “Grammys” of the DJ world is back and drew out the great and the good of hip hop. Hosted by Snoop Dogg, the sixth annual Global Spin Awards recognizes the best DJs in the country and brought out the likes of Nicole Scherzinger, Fabolous, Jadakiss, Vanessa and Angela Simmons. The show kicked off with a surprise performance from Ludacris, who joined Usher, Diddy, Jermaine Dupri and Snoop to perform “Welcome to Atlanta.” LOS ANGELES, CA – FEBRUARY 15: Timbaland (L) and Pharrell Williams the 2018 Global Spin Awards at The Novo by Microsoft on February 15, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/Getty Images for Global Spin Awards) Usher later presented Dupri with the “Breaking Barriers” award, and Pharrell gave Timbaland the “Lifetime Achievement” award for their contributions to DJ-ing and hip hop culture. Hit the flip for more pics from the show:
(Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic) Teyana Taylor And Jermaine Dupri’s Steamiest Looks You know what makes a couple really sexy? When they are unashamed of their sexiness and passion for one another. The true embodiment of this mood is none other than Iman Shumpert and Teyana Taylor. They are always taking pics that looks like they are in the middle of, about to, or just got through smashing each other to smithereens. And we are here for it. We love their relationship and can’t wait to see more of it. Want a window into their boudoir? Take a look at these steamy pics the two have shared over the years.
Paras Griffin/Getty Images for WEtv Celebs Attend The “Growing Up Hip Hop Atlanta” Premiere Last night, celebs flooded Atlanta’s Woodruff Arts Center for the star-studded season two premiere of WE tv’s “Growing Up Hip Hop Atlanta.” After opening remarks from Lauren Gellert, EVP of programming at WE tv, and Marc Juris, president at WE tv, guests were treated to a sneak peak of the upcoming “Growing Up Hip Hop: ATL” season 2, which was introduced by executive producer, Bow Wow. Following the screening, was a lively cast Q&A moderated by radio/tv personality Gary With Da Tea. Paras Griffin/Getty Images for WEtv Guests in attendance included the show’s stars Bow Wow… Paras Griffin/Getty Images for WEtv Shaniah Mauldin (daughter of Jermaine Dupri)… Paras Griffin/Getty Images for WEtv Reginae Carter (daughter of Lil Wayne and Toya Wright)… Paras Griffin/Getty Images for WEtv Zonnique Pullins (daughter of T.I. & Tiny)… Paras Griffin/Getty Images for WEtv Brandon Barnes (son of Debra Antney and brother to Waka Flocka)… Paras Griffin/Getty Images for WEtv and Ayana Fite (daughter of DJ Hurricane). Paras Griffin/Getty Images for WEtv Other attendees included Kenya Moore… Paras Griffin/Getty Images for WEtv Trina and Towanda Braxton… Paras Griffin/Getty Images for WEtv Mama June, Honey Boo Boo and Pumpkin… Paras Griffin/Getty Images for WEtv and the hosts of “Sister Circle.” Paras Griffin/Getty Images for WEtv “Growing Up Hip Hop: ATL” premieres Thursday, January 11 at 10/9c on WE tv. Follow @GUHH_WEtv and @WEtv on social using hashtag #GUHHATL. More on the flip.
Credit: WENN We told you so… MONTHS ago! Janet Jackson And Jermaine Dupri “Reconnecting” A source tells E! News that Janet and Jermaine are reconnecting and “getting close again.” According to the insider, the duo reconnected after her split from Wissam Al Mana and before Janet went on tour and are “consistently in contact.” Johnny Nunez/WireImage Hmmmm, do YOU think they’ll get back together??
Black Music Month: The Greatest Black Song Writers, Behind The Music, Ever June marks Black Music Month! BOSSIP and Metro PCS want to highlight some the greatest creative writers and music producers behind some of our favorite hits. Whether they’ve penned classic records or created their own subgenre of music, these following names deserve to be honored and remembered as pioneers. Hit the flip to see our list of the greatest Black song writers, ever. Teddy Riley Berry Gordy Pharrell Dr. Dre Timbaland Jermaine Dupri L.A. Reid/Baby Face https://www.instagram.com/p/BQ0410iAhIo/?tagged=terrylewis&hl=en Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis Quincy Jones
Check out our interview with The Rap Game’s champion Miss Mullatto! She talks about how it was being on the reality show, what she learned from music mogul Jermaine Dupri and why she feels she is the leader of the youth. Dupri also chimes in on the creation of The Rap Game and how popular Miss Mullatto […]
Hennessy V.S Brings Out The Stars To Party During The Marquee Takeover For Big Game Weekend San Francisco was nothing short of lit over Super Bowl 50 weekend. (Photo by Noel Vasquez/Getty Images for MHUSA) Hennessy V.S presented the Marquee Takeover at Verso which was a series of nightly parties with feature performances and specialty Hennesy V.S cocktails. Music moguls that came through to turn up and perform include Jermaine Dupri, Tiesto, DJ Vice and Dj Khaled. Some celebrity guests who attended include Cuba Gooding Jr., Ludacris, Alicia Keys, Swizz Beatz, Justin Bieber, Reggie Bush and Jerome Bettis. See more pics below!
Congratulations to Organized Noize and Goodie Mob on their 20 year history in hip-hop! The accomplished production trio and rap group were honored with a special dinner this week in Atlanta. Here’s the details: It was a night to remember as celebrities and heavy-hitting tastemakers gathered at Restaurant Eugene in Atlanta as Martell show appreciation to Organized Noize for their contributions to the music industry. Organized Noize is known to have been the production team that curated Atlanta’s signature sound that birthed a culture that still thrives today. The group is credited for having discovered, nurtured and creating some of the biggest hits in the music industry for acts that includes Goodie Mob, Outkast, TLC, and En Vogue. During the event, Organized Noize took the opportunity to give their guests a first look at a clip of the documentary, “The Art of Organized Noize,” directed by Quincy Jones III, Produced by: Orlando McGhee, Ramone Campbell, and Yaneley Arty. Executive Produced by Organized Noize and Queen Latifah and Shakim Compere of Flavor Unit Films. They also honored Goodie Mob for the group’s 20th anniversary of the album, Soul Food Organized by Crystal Betts of Fifth Street Agency, guests that attended the intimate and luxurious Marlell-sponsored affair included: the men of honor, Rico Wade, Ray Murray, and Sleepy Brown, the group’s manager, Orlando McGhee, Goodie Mob’s Cee-Lo Green, Big Gipp, and T-Mo, Dungeon Family artist Backbone, Councilman Kwanza Hall, Jermaine Dupri, Big Tigger, Bryan Michael-Cox, Bobby V, Polow Da Don, fine artist Fahamu Pecou, Chaka Zulu, I Am Other President Kawan Prather, City of Atlanta Director of Film Department LaRhonda Sutton, entertainment Exec, Chris Hicks, music exec, Rico Brooks, music exec Phillana Williams, music exec Ray Daniels, entertainment attorney Uwonda Carter, music exec Big Oomp, music exec and author, Shanti Das, and music exec Ian Burke. As the oldest original Cognac house, this year marks Martell Cognac’s 300th year anniversary hence the #Martell300 and worldwide call to action hashtag #ChooseBetter. Both Martell and Organized Noize share a unique bond as they both look to inspire and excite the world around them through superior quality and craftsmanship. The Organized Noize celebratory dinner featured specialty cocktails prepared with Martell’s VS and VSOP, in addition to a pairing of higher marques Martell Cordon Bleu and XO ending with a presentation and toast led by Martell’s Ambassador Karim Lateef. The toast of the evening featured the Avant Garde cocktail, a delicious blend of Martell VSOP and Perrier Jouet Brut Champagne. Additional Sponsors the the intimate night include: @darylynneyewear @eyecandycreationsllc @cynthiabaileyeyewear For the holiday season, Try mixing up the delicious Martell Sweet Tea Cocktail below… 1.5 oz. Martell V.S.O.P. 1 oz. triple sec 2 oz. sweet tea .5 oz fresh lemon juice Squeeze a wedge of orange Garnish with orange peel FOLLOW ORGANIZED NOIZE SOCIALLY AT: IG = @organizednoize Twitter = @therealonp Facebook = OrganizedNoizeDF
India Love, Nas, Jermaine Dupi At Wardrobe Department LA On Thursday night, India Love Westbrooks helped celebrate the grand opening of Wardrobe Department LA, alongside Jermaine Dupri, Nas, and more celeb guests. The reality star was on the scene as celeb style team April Roomet and Arell Hughes opened their retail clothing and home wares location. Photos: Shannon Laurine