Shockwaves continue to ripple throughout the music industry over the death of rapper Young Dolph.

As we reported here, the rapper, whose real name is Adolph Robert Thornton Jr., was shot and killed Wednesday (November 17) in Memphis.

Since news of the tragic incident hit the Web, Dolph’s fans and Hip Hop peers alike have flooded social media with their favorite memories of the slain star and extending condolences for his family.

Look inside to see how Megan Thee Stallion, Gucci Mane, Migos members Offset and Quavo, and more reacted to the shocking report.

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Ageless Hip Hop icon MC Lyte rocks the mic and the lead in the new AllBLK comedy, ‘Partners in Rhyme.’

Portraying a character close to home (a renowned Rap legend), ‘Rhyme’ sees Lyte plays “Lana Crawford” – a music vet who is trying to get out of debt by launching her niece into the music industry as her protégé.

Premiering Thursday (November 18), the hilarious series will roll out one episode per week over its seven-episode inaugural season.

Before it kicks off, hop inside to see the official trailer.

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Four months after landing his third consecutive Billboard 200 top 20 album, ‘Gold-Diggers Sound,’ GRAMMY-winning crooner Leon Bridges expands the project with three songs via the release of its deluxe edition.

To celebrate the effort’s unveiling, Bridges invites fans to take a listen to one of the revamped version’s new numbers:  the Jazmine Sullivan-assisted ‘Summer Rain.’

“Forty days and forty nights / Wrapped in covers drenched in white / And it’s getting warmer like a sauna / I don’t wanna make it out alive,” Sullivan croons on the sensual, King Garbage-produced track.

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After months of fielding rumors of secret marriage and even pregnancy (as we reported here), one of Pop’s “it” couples – superstars Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello – have called it quits.

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Just when you think Taylor Swift‘s ‘All Too Well’ couldn’t get any sadder, it does.

Taking to social media, she announced the newest incarnation of the song, having been dubbed the “sad girl autumn version.”

The song was recorded at the famed Long Pond Studios in Upstate New York, where she hosted her intimate ‘Folklore’ concert last year.

‘All Too Well’ appears on Swift’s recently released ‘Red (Taylor’s Version)’ album. The project is pacing for the second-biggest sales week of the year (as we reported here).

What are you waiting for? Listen to Swift’s latest tear-jerking ballad just below…

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Tis the season for gift exchange and ‘Exchange’ crooner Bryson Tiller is more than ready to get you in the holiday spirit with his new project, ‘A Different Christmas.’

The 7-track, yuletide-inspired affair – announced last week – features the likes of Justin Bieber, Kiana Ledé, producer extraordinaire Poo Bear, and others and comes just three weeks after his last festive affair, the Halloween-inspired ‘Killer Instinct 2’ (click here to stream).

Speaking on the ‘Christmas’ EP, Tiller told his fans:

“Before we get into my next album [‘Serenity’], i wanted to share another special project i worked on for you guys. This one was really fun to make. Inspired by Bieber, Ariana, and by one of my loneliest holiday seasons ever.”

Before it hits digital shelves November 19, look inside to see the set’s full track list.

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Music legend Smokey Robinson joins forces with award-winning veteran actress Tia Mowry to help spread a little holiday cheer in the forthcoming Lifetime film, ‘Miracle in Motor City.’

Directed by Alfons Adetuyi, the yuletide-flavored flick – which also sees Mowry serve as executive producer – comes as part of the women’s network’s highly anticipated, annual #ItsAWonderfulLifetime Christmas series.

Ahead of its November 28 premiere, hop inside to see its official trailer.

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Will Lil Nas X finally get what he wants?

The chart-topper has unlocked his latest promotional masterstroke by taking the narrative of his ‘That’s What I Want’ music video to the Maury Show.

Viewers of the viral visual watched Nas reach his wit’s end over a lover that ultimately had a wife and child.

For this special episode of Maury, the star is joined by the characters from the vid and the trio takes to the stage to detangle their love triangle.

Watch the full episode below…

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In case you’ve been living under a rock, Adele is back.

And despite her seismic sales rending her an industry in and of herself, the ‘Easy On Me’ singer isn’t light-stepping with her promotional efforts for her album ’30’ (due November 19).

Indeed, the British belter is covering ample ground in her push for the project – which is her first in six years.

While many of the songbird’s interviews have blended the usual fusion of the light, bright, and laughs, Adele’s sit-down with Zane Lowe for ‘The ’30’ Interview’ delivered that and much more.

For, during the candid chat, the 33-year-old dished on the album in particular detail – both in regard to its sonics and its semantics.

As well as opening up about her love for Amy Winehouse and overcoming crippling anxiety, Adele notably made clear that she isn’t making music for Tik Tok and is instead catering to the audience that she represents – at the age and stage she is in life now.

Watch ‘The ’30’ Interview’ by Apple Music below…

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Porsha Williams is speaking up and out about a personal experience with shamed singer R. Kelly.

As reported, the self-ordained Pied Piper was convicted of sexual abuse and racketeering and faces life behind bars for his crimes against a lengthy list of victims – including minors.

Now, former ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ star Williams is opening up about her own abusive encounter with Kelly.

Full story below…

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With just days remaining before Adele unlocks her long-awaited fourth studio album, ’30,’ the chart titan has treated fans to another taste of the LP in the form of ‘To Be Loved.’ 

The stunning ballad sees the songbird take vocal flight, flaunting both the power and precision in her unmistakable voice.

And while the singer has drawn on major television specials to showcase material from the hotly anticipated project, ‘Loved’ received a stripped-back roll-out.

For, she belts out the track live sans the bells and visual whistles – placing her powerful pipes at the center of the spectacle.

Watch her wow after the jump…

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In breaking news, rapper Young Dolph has reportedly been shot and killed in Memphis.

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