Tag: Neo Soul
MUSIC
Odeal on For A Good Time: Summer Afro-R&B 2026
Odeal really doesn't miss when summer comes around. For A Good Time is seven tracks of that Afro-R&B he's perfected, from Rush to the Jorja Smith duet Coming Home to the softer, neo-soul moments like Trying Things. Every song feels made for warm nights and good company.
MUSIC
Unknown Artists We Love: Bryce Wilson, Amel Larrieux, LeShaun
We explore the deep and unheralded catalogs of Trey Lorenz, Amel Larrieux, and LeShaun. Discover how their quiet brilliance shaped the sound of R&B and hip-hop.
MOVIES & TV
D’Angelo & Neo-Soul’s Eternal Rhythm | BlkCosmo Blerds
It’s hard to put into words what it means to lose d’angelo, not just the man, but the sound, the feeling, the very essence of soul that he embodied. When news broke of his passing on october 14, 2025, the collective gasp across the music world was almost tangible.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
D’Angelo Dead at 51: Neo-Soul Icon Lost
D'Angelo, neo-soul icon, has died at 51. His family requests privacy. He shaped a generation with his unique blend of gospel, funk, and hip-hop. His albums "Brown Sugar," "Voodoo," and "Black Messiah" are celebrated masterpieces.
BOOKS
Erykah Badu Reigns Supreme on Mother Tongue Magazine October Cover
Erykah Badu for Mother Tongue Magazine.
MUSIC
Badu & Alchemist New Album: Abi & Alan!
Erykah Badu returns with "Abi & Alan," her first full-length project in over a decade, produced by The Alchemist. Arriving August 29, 2025, it blends neo-soul with hip-hop. A pre-release tour offers a live first listen. Badu also celebrates Mama's Gun's 25th anniversary.
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Black Leaders Who Shaped the Labor Movement
A. Philip Randolph was one of the most influential Black labor leaders and trade unionists in American history. He founded the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, the first major Black-led labor union, and used organized labor as a vehicle to fight both workplace discrimination and racial inequality.
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Tekashi 6ix9ine Taunts Lil Durk Before Trial Verdict
Tekashi 6ix9ine said he wants to throw a "Lil Durk Going Away Party" if Durk is found guilty in his federal murder-for-hire case. The comment came during a livestream with DJ Akademiks as Durk remains on trial in Los Angeles, having pleaded not guilty.
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HBCU Fashion Inspo for Homecoming | The Root
Homecoming season at historically Black colleges and universities is right around the corner, which means it's time for football, tailgates, reunions and some serious outfits. HBCU homecoming is just as much about the outfits as it is about the football. The campus becomes a runway, with students and alumni bringing their best looks while repping their schools. Think bold colors, denim, Greek paraphernalia, sneakers, accessories and plenty of personality.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Kirk Franklin’s Hypocrisy Over Chris Brown Prayer
Kirk Franklin recently addressed backlash over praying with R&B artists Chris Brown, Usher, and Mario. In an interview with Angela Yee, Franklin explained that as a faith messenger, he must sometimes meet people where they are rather than expecting them to come to church. He emphasized that believers often carry misconceptions about holiness, noting that sinful people exist everywhere, including inside churches. Franklin argued that true Christian evangelism requires leaving the safety of church walls to spread the gospel to those who don't already believe, stating that meeting people in unconventional spaces like concert backstages isn't compromising faith—it's practicing it.
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50 Cent’s Headcrack Dice Game Hits Las Vegas
50 Cent is launching a new live table game called Headcrack inspired by the legendary New York street dice game Cee-lo. He's partnering with gaming company TCSJOHNHUXLEY to create a casino version. The game debuts at G2E Las Vegas 2026 in September. It keeps the basic elements of Cee-lo while adding dealers, betting structures, and casino technology. The ultimate roll is 4-5-6, which causes the table to erupt with "Headcrack!"