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Legendary rapper MC Lyte recently blessed Hip-Hop Wired with an exclusive performance, spitting her iconic verse from Brandy’s 1994 hit ‘I Wanna Be Down.’
Fans got a throwback moment as Lyte delivered her verse with the same fire that made it unforgettable. Her bars on the track are still a standout, perfectly matching Brandy’s smooth vocals, and seeing her perform it live brought that same vibe back. MC Lyte’s career is straight legendary. From the jump, she made her mark as one of the first female rappers to break through in a male-dominated industry. Her debut album Lyte as a Rock (1988) put her on the map, and she kept climbing with albums like Eyes on This (1989) and Act Like You Know (1991).
Lyte’s lyrics have always been sharp, and she’s known for empowering messages that paved the way for female MCs in hip-hop. It’s not just her music that makes Lyte a boss—she’s been a pioneer in business and activism too.
She’s stayed relevant throughout the years, using her platform to uplift others and speak on important issues. Her performance on Hip-Hop Wired was a reminder of why she’s been a force in the game for decades. MC Lyte’s legacy is timeless, and she continues to influence the culture, proving she’s still got it.
Check out MC Lyte’s full performance to her verse on ‘I Wanna Be Down Remix’ on Hip-Hop Wired:
Vince Staples and his manager Corey Smyth made an appearance on After Hours podcast and talked about how they were able to get Netflix to understand the concept behind The Vince Staples Show.
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“A lot of the times people undermine the intelligence of the audience, and then that becomes learned behavior,” he explained. “And I feel like a lot of the time we just have to have conversation like, ‘OK, we’re making a dark comedy in the streaming era … some are on television and have commercial breaks. We ended up putting title cards in the show because it was important to have tonal breaks in this dry, slow show or else we end up boring. There’s a big difference between boring and interesting, but there’s also a fine line between the two.”
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Staples then brought up some executives and fans having trouble disassociating Vince the rapper and the person with Vince the character. “The way the show was written — and this was always the intention — The Vince Stapes Show is not about Vince Staples as a character,” the Long Beach rapper and actor said. “It’s about a perspective. It’s The Vince Staples Show because I made it not because it’s about me. I think that was a hard thing for a lot of people to grasp. Going from writing for me and then writing for the characters it became kind of a disconnect because they’re expecting me to come in and write a show about myself, but I’m writing a show about other people and how they view me in the world.”
He then got into being underestimated when it came to tone, execution and directorial style while also dealing with a big company such as Netflix. “I just don’t think people think I know as much as I do about certain things,” he suggested. “So, if I’m making a show, they’re expecting me to have seen certain shows. They always say, ‘This is like Curb [Your Enthusiasm], have you ever seen Curb?’ And I say I haven’t seen it, but I know who Larry David is, I’m familiar with his work and I like it.”
Staples continued, “That would kind of throw people for a loop, so then it would get shaky. Especially when you’re dealing with a big company with a lot of finances and a lot of things on their slate it’s not wrong to answer those questions for them. I think that’s the place a lot of creative people have to get to.”
He added, “Of course, I’m going to ask what you’re doing if I don’t know what you’re doing. But sometimes that hurts people, so we just wanted to make sure that we were communicating and letting people know the real influences, the real identity of the show, and the way I wanted it to be.”
Last May, Netflix picked up The Vince Staples Show for its second season. Still no word on a release date yet, though.
You can watch the conversation below.
Tom Waits has added his talents to the final episode of Italian documentary series, Il Fattore Umano (The Human Factor), with his work accompanying stories of homelessness in America. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The eight-part series, created by the Italian public television channel RAI3, offers […]
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Partially named after her alt-country album The Worse Things Get, the Harder I Fight, the Harder I Fight, the More I Love You, Neko Case has had an extraordinary, yet quiet, life in music as a solo artist and a member of the indie rock band The New Pornographers. Her new memoir is out now in stores.
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On sale for $27 (reg. $30) on Amazon, The Harder I Fight the More I Love You: A Memoir is about singer/songwriter Case’s journey going from poverty in Virginia to becoming a Grammy-nominated recording artist.
And if you’re an Amazon Prime member, you can order now and The Harder I Fight the More I Love You will be delivered to your home in less than two days, once it’s released, thanks to Prime Delivery.
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The memoir is also available at BookShop.org for $27. 90 (reg. $30), while a signed copy of The Harder I Fight the More I Love You is available at Barnes & Noble on sale for $30.
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During her career, Neko Case was nominated for two Grammy Awards for best contemporary folk for the album Middle Cyclone in 2010 and for best alternative album for The Worse Things Get, the Harder I Fight, the Harder I Fight, the More I Love You in 2014.
In the meantime, The Harder I Fight the More I Love You: A Memoir by Neko Case is available for $27 (reg. $30) right now at Amazon.
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Although it was released in theaters at the end of Dec. 2024, the Oscar-nominated film A Complete Unknown is already streamable online.
The biopic drama starring Timothée Chalamet, Edward Norton, Elle Fanning and Monica Barbaro is available to buy or rent on premium video on-demand platforms, even though you can still watch it in theaters.
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At the moment, A Complete Unknown is available to rent for $24.99, or buy digitally for $29.99 on Prime Video, Apple TV and other digital marketplaces.
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In addition, if you’re looking for an alternative way to stream, you can watch A Complete Unknown through Apple TV, which doesn’t require an Apple TV+ subscription to watch the movie. After buying, the movie automatically downloads into your video library, so you can stream it at your convenience.
However, rentals for both services are accessible for 30 days after purchase, and for 48 hours once you begin watching the movie.
As for a physical media release, A Complete Unknown will be available on Blu-ray for $40.99 and 4K Ultra HD for $49.99 on Amazon. Both formats drop on Tuesday, April 1, but you can pre-order now.
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Meanwhile, A Complete Unknown has a soundtrack featuring hit songs from Bob Dylan, like “Like a Rolling Stone,” “The Times They Are a-Changin’,” “Blowin’ in the Wind” and more.
Directed by Lawrence Lamont, A Complete Unknown follows the meteoric rise of Bob Dylan (Timothée Chalamet) to stardom and his rocky relationships with Joan Baez (Monica Barbaro) during the early 1960s.
The drama also stars Edward Norton, Elle Fanning, Boyd Holbrook, Scoot McNairy and others.
Stream A Complete Unknown in 4K Ultra HD on Prime Video and Apple TV starting at $24.99. In the meantime, watch the trailer below.
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In honor of the timeless silhouette, Converse celebrates the legacy of the Chuck Taylor in the new campaign Love, Chuck. A short film captures the deep-rooted connection between the sneaker and its creative community by tapping a star-studded list of artist and athlete collaborators, including Tyler, the Creator, Charli XCX, Lil Yachty and Vince Staples, alongside NBA star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Olympic skateboarder Alexis Sablone, Chinese singer-songwriter-actor Roy Wang and skateboarder Zion Effs to honor the iconic sneaker.
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Since its debut in 1917, the Chuck Taylor has become a culture symbol, weaving its way into the fabric of various subcultures and earning a revered place in the hearts of its devotees. For generations of athletes, artists and musicians, the Chuck Taylor was more than just a shoe — it’s a badge of honor, a symbol of nonconformity and a representation of community. Its simple design, universal appeal and affordable price point allows wearers from all walks of life to easily tap into its story.
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The celebratory short film, narrated by Tyler, the Creator, is described as “an invitation to all creators: to not let the fear of failure stop them, to create what they love, and to ‘Go Do That.’” Converse has a long history of music-based collabs, including Blondie, Kurt Cobain, AC/DC and Metallica Chuck Taylors. With a new generation of stars under its laces, the sneaker brand doesn’t look to be slowing down anytime soon.
Watch the short film below, as well as, shop classic Converse staples, including the Chuck Taylor All-Star and the Chuck 70 sneaker, below.
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Watch the Converse “Love, Chuck” campaign below.
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Lewis Hamilton is not only driving for a new team this year, he’s shifting gears to a new apparel sponsor as well. Following the news of the seven-time Formula 1 world championship driver making a major team switch up from Mercedes to Scuderia Ferrari, Hamilton joins Lululemon as its newest brand ambassador. He’ll be apart of a star-studded lineup of athlete ambassadors, including PGA golfers Min Woo Lee and Max Homa; ATP tennis pro Frances Tiafoe and WTA tennis pro Leylah Fernandez; NFL wide receiver DK Metcalf; NBA player Jordan Clarkson, and NHL player Connor Bedard.
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As a face of Lululemon, Lewis will work closely with the brand’s research and innovation and design and development teams to collaborate on future products, provide insight and feedback on athletic and lifestyle collections. The active-wear brand will also partner with Lewis’ global foundation, Mission 44, to integrate movement and mental health experiences into their efforts to build a fairer future for young people through education, employment and empowerment.
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“Lululemon product is such high quality, looks amazing and ultimately delivers the performance I need it to,” Hamilton said in a statement. “I’m excited to partner with a brand that embraces a holistic approach to wellness. Together we want to inspire our communities to be the best versions of themselves.”
Lewis is renowned for his unparalleled achievements on the track. As the sport’s only Black driver, he’s achieved the most Grand Prix race victories, podiums and pole positions, as well as a record equaling seven World Championships. Off the track, he’s made a name for himself within the fashion industry, becoming a front-row regular at fashion shows and wearing bold style choices. He’s also secretly dipped his toes into music by collaborating with Christina Aguilera on her song “Pipe” in 2018 under the artist name XNDA.
Lewis will be elevated in Lululemon’s upcoming global campaign No Holding Back. The project highlights the dedication it takes to be a champion through the rigors of daily physical and mental training, highlighting the latest men’s training apparel, including the brand’s Metal Vent Tech franchise.
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With RuPaul’s Drag Race bringing back their Rate-a-Queen system for season 17, Billboard decided to rate each of the new queens every week based on their performance. Below, we take a look at this season’s Rusical to see which queens brought Broadway to the main stage. Spoilers ahead for episode 8. As Jewels Sparkles aptly […]
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With the 20th anniversary of Stephenie Meyer‘s Twilight approaching in late 2025, publishers Little, Brown Books for Young Readers is releasing a new edition of the very popular book series for a new generation of fans.
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Available for pre-order for $97.30 (reg. $139), the Twilight Saga Deluxe Hardcover Collection features five hardcover books, including the four main entries in the series — Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse and Breaking Dawn — and Midnight Sun, the companion novel published in 2020. The set comes in a premium box that highlights Bella and Edward’s vampiric love.
If you’re an Amazon Prime member, you can order now and the Twilight Saga Deluxe Hardcover Collection will be delivered to your home in less than two days, once it’s released, thanks to Prime Delivery.
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Once you pre-order, Amazon will send you a notification when the retail giant will ship it to your home.
The Twilight Saga Deluxe Hardcover Collection is available for pre-order at Barnes & Noble on sale for $118.15 and BookShop.org on sale for $129.97. The collection retails for $139.
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Meanwhile, if you’d only like a collector’s edition of the first book in the saga, then Amazon has Twilight: Deluxe Collector’s Edition ready for pre-order too. It goes for $28 (reg. $40). The collector’s edition is a standalone copy of the novel with new floral art, a bookmark ribbon and premium foil-stamped slipcase. It’s also available for pre-order at Barnes & Noble.
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Additionally, Lego is also celebrating the 20th anniversary of Twilight with a new Lego set featuring the Cullen House. It comes with 2,001 pieces and seven Mini-figures, such as Bella, Edward, Jacob and others. It retails for $219 at Lego.com
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As an author, Stephenie Meyer said her writing process begins and ends with music. In fact, as a treat for fans of the book series, she listed a playlist of songs that she envisioned for a sort-of soundtrack for Twilight. It features songs from hit recording artists, such as Travis, Radiohead, Coldplay, My Chemical Romance, Muse and more. Check out a complete list of songs for Twilight here.
In the meantime, the Twilight Saga Deluxe Hardcover Collection is available for pre-order for $97.30 (reg. $139) right now at Amazon. It’s also available at Barnes & Noble and BookShop.org, while the set drops on Tuesday, Sept. 30.
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