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Aaliyah’s Legacy: A Bittersweet 46

Today there’s a bittersweet symmetry—46 days until Aaliyah’s birthday, and she would have turned 46 if she were here. Her legacy still blends timeless vocals, game-changing style, and barrier-breaking vision in R&B and fashion. Whether you discovered h

Homage Goals: Artists Honored!

Tyla is making all the right moves right now. This Aaliyah blend is so dope, we love the way Gen Z are embracing the legends and keeping their music and names alive. Well done Tyla.

Underrated Vampire Flicks You’ll Love

Queen of the Damned (2002): A stylish, entertaining romp with Aaliyah as Queen Akasha. Forget substance, embrace the 2000s nu-metal jams and a sexy Black vampire queen. A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night (2014): Visionary black-and-white Iranian vampire spaghetti Western. A lonely Girl prowls Bad City, blending mythology with culture and expressionism. Bliss (2019): Punk artist Dezzy's wild, neon-soaked ride into addiction and possible vampirism after trying a new drug. Grimy, hard rock aesthetic. Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992): Kristy Swanson as the Chosen One, facing off against Lothos and Amilyn. Campy fun with a stacked cast. Once Bitten (1985): Jim Carrey as a sex-obsessed teen pursued by a seductive Countess needing his virgin blood. Fun, catchy tunes.

Aaliyah: Deep Cuts & B-Side Bangers

Dearest, sweet, Aaliyah…” Two words and the single name of a gone-too-soon R&B queen that go so perfectly together, famously said by fellow late hip-hop legend DMX in a somber music video released in 2002 for her posthumously-re

Dame Dash: Nicky Licky is “White Lesbian Aaliyah”

Dame Dash's comparison of Nicky Licky to Aaliyah ignited backlash. Many deemed it inappropriate, offensive to Aaliyah's legacy, and a stunt. The framing of Licky's identity sparked discussions on race, sexuality, and cultural respect.

Tank on Aaliyah’s ‘Gone’ Collab!

Tank is speaking out about the alleged Aaliyah collaboration, "Gone," claiming it was released without his consent. He shares his account of the events.

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