After 25 years of penning some of the century’s most memorable Hip-Hop hits, T.I. has finally decided to put the period on his Rap career with what he’s calling his final album: ‘Kill the King.’

Released via Grand Hustle and EMPIRE imprints on Friday (June 26), the project – charging to chart battle on the wings of singles ‘Let ‘Em Know,’ ‘Mr. Him,’ and ‘Trauma Bond’ – serves as his first studio release since 2020’s ‘The L.I.B.R.A..’

Beyond being a family affair that features his daughters Zonnique and Heiress Harris as well as son Buddy Red, the 18-song tracklist also boasts a who’s who of fellow Southern hitmakers like The-Dream, Usher, Summer Walker, YoungBoy Never Broke Again, T-Pain, Jeezy, and 2 Chainz.

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Katy Perry is officially kicking off her new era and she’s bringing the drama with her.

Just days after sending her beloved fan base (affectionately called #KatyCats) into a frenzy with news of a new single ‘Watch It Burn,’ the Pop superstar sent that excitement into over drive with the first teaser for its accompanying music video.

On Thursday night (June 25), music lovers finally got the see the clip in full and it’s safe to say it was well worth the wait.

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Max Martin and Shellback have sold a significant portion of their catalog. Specifically, the legendary songwriter-producers partnered with HarbourView Equity Partners in a major deal reportedly worth a jaw-dropping sum.

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Renowned creative director Laurieann Gibson is spilling major behind-the-scenes tea about two of pop culture’s most talked-about professional fallouts.

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A fresh debate surrounding Verzuz has erupted online, and this time, T.I. is at the center of the conversation.

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GloRilla is back with a vengeance! She just dropped the visuals for her new single ‘MANE’ featuring Pooh Shiesty.

And it’s serving up her signature down South Memphis sound.

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It’s reunion time for the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ season 17.

The latest instalment of the hit Bravo series has brought with it twists, turns, and stinging shade as ATL’s juciest peaches navigate family, friendships, hustles, love, and so much more.

And, while the drama is set to play on for a few more weeks to come on screen, the reunion conclusion was filmed today.

To whet appetites, the network has unveiled a first look at the ever-important seating chart.

As well as an insight into where Porsha Williams, Drew Sidora, Angela Oakley, Phaedra Parks, Shamea Morton, Kelli Farrell, and newcomers K. Michelle and Pinky Cole.

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New details are emerging about a memorable moment involving the late Whitney Houston, and one person close to the singer is now challenging a version of events that has circulated for years.

Ray Watson, who served as Houston’s personal bodyguard for over a decade, recently revisited the superstar’s infamous 2009 stumble during an appearance on ‘The Oprah Winfrey Show.’

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Pooh Shiesty is facing new evidence. Specifically, federal prosecutors unveiled surveillance photos of the rapper allegedly robbing Gucci Mane at gunpoint.

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Veteran radio personality Big Tigger is addressing the legal controversy surrounding his recent arrest.

The Atlanta media staple, born Darian Morgan, was taken into custody by authorities in Sandy Springs, Georgia, on June 20 in connection with an incident said to have taken place earlier this month.

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HBO is giving fans an intimate look at one of Hip-Hop’s greatest minds. For, the network announced an eight-part documentary series with Jay-Z titled ‘JAŸ-Z IN 8,’ directed by Rick Rubin.

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Lionel Richie was transported to a hospital after falling ill on stage, forcing the 77-year-old singer to cut short the opening night of his ‘Sing A Song All Night Long’ tour with fellow music legends Earth, Wind & Fire .

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