Author: Wamala

Remembering D’Angelo

Taylor Swift is at it again, but this time it’s not her music making headlines — it’s a care package she sent to Teyana Taylor that’s got the internet buzzing. Fans are speculating whether the gesture contains some subtle shade aimed at Travis Kelce’s ex, Kayla Nicole. The Gift That Has Fans Talking This week, Teyana shared a photo of the thoughtful package from Swift, which included: Teyana captioned the post simply: “Thank you Tay Tay!!” While the message was gracious, social media is dissecting the timing and context, wondering if there’s more to the gesture than meets the eye.…

Diddy is only a few weeks past his 50-month prison sentence, but now details of his special conditions for supervised release have emerged. The hip-hop mogul, sentenced on federal charges, will face a tightly monitored five years once he gets out of prison, including mandatory treatment programs and strict restrictions. ⚖️ Conditions of Supervised Release Court filings show Diddy’s post-prison life will include standard and highly specific requirements: Background: Guns and Searches Authorities previously searched Diddy’s homes in Miami, L.A., and New York, recovering multiple firearms. Prosecutors noted that several of these weapons had scratched-off serial numbers, raising further legal…

Music legends Beyoncé and Lauryn Hill have shared emotional tributes following the death of D’Angelo, who passed away at 51 after a private battle with pancreatic cancer. The neo-soul pioneer’s passing has sent shockwaves through the music world, prompting heartfelt reflections from fellow artists and fans alike. Beyoncé’s Tribute On her website, Beyoncé celebrated D’Angelo’s artistry and lasting impact on music: “Rest in peace, Michael Eugene Archer, known to the world of music as the inimitable D’Angelo. We thank you for your beautiful music, your voice, your proficiency on the piano, your artistry. You were the pioneer of neo-soul and…

D’Angelo performs on stage at O2 Academy Birmingham

Kehlani is speaking out after a viral nightclub video showing her dancing with rapper Ice Spice sparked widespread debate online. While some fans celebrated the playful moment, others speculated about the singers’ relationship — prompting the 29-year-old Grammy-nominated artist to address the controversy directly on Instagram Story. ✨ Calling Out Unfair Double Standards In her candid remarks on October 14, Kehlani addressed what she described as unfair treatment of queer women in social situations. She highlighted how her actions are often sexualized or misinterpreted simply because she identifies as gay. “You know what’s so messed up about being one of…

Kehlani attends 2025 BET Awards at Peacock Theater

Michael Archer II, the 24-year-old son of R&B icons D’Angelo and Angie Stone, has spoken publicly for the first time after losing both parents in the same year. His heartfelt statement comes in the wake of his father D’Angelo’s death on October 14 at age 51, following a private battle with pancreatic cancer. Earlier this year, Michael also suffered the loss of his mother, celebrated soul singer Angie Stone, who passed away in March, compounding the family’s grief. A Son’s Heartfelt Tribute In a statement shared Monday, Archer expressed gratitude for the support he’s received during what he called “a…

D’Angelo, vocal, performs on July 16th 2000 at the North Sea Jazz Festival, the Hague, Netherlands

In the fifth episode of Artist 2 Artist, the unfiltered conversation series, Harlem’s Jim Jones and Brooklyn’s Memphis Bleek addressed longstanding tensions between Roc Nation, Dipset, and G-Unit. What started as a discussion on loyalty and independence quickly escalated after Bleek and Jones responded to criticism from longtime 50 Cent lieutenant Tony Yayo. Tony Yayo Critiques Jay-Z The drama traces back to Yayo, who previously implied that Jay-Z doesn’t “take care of his people.” As one of Jay-Z’s most loyal protégés since the Roc-A-Fella days, Bleek wasn’t having it. “That’s why you got ns like Yayo talking about, ‘Yeah, Jay…