In Summer 2012, Houston rapper Slim Thug released his first book, How To Survive In A Recession.  The book was a surprise to most hip hop heads who were used to seeing Slim Thug in videos with flashy...

Throughout his career, the eight-time Grammy Award winner Usher has definitely stood the test of time when it comes to his musical talents securing him a solid place in the entertainment industry. So much so...

Ok...it sounds like B.o.B. is rejuvenating our crazy obsession with whistling on songs. In his new song, "Head Bang" he's "whistling dixie" as he talks about his infatuation with a particular young...

On July 9, the world better get ready.  Although, it's been a long road for Ciara in this music business, she's been able to maintain her relevance and push out a few good songs. Well now she's back...

With the assistance of Kendrick Lamar and Tamar Braxton, BET revealed who’s in the running for this year’s BET Awards. Kendrick and Tamar tag teamed on announcing this year’s nominees in Los Angeles...

If you want to see television on-the-go and via your iPhone, now you have the chance.  Live streaming has been available for several years, but mainly through third party applications. Now, one major...

When the sun goes down, the city of Atlanta becomes wide awake as many of the locals hit the streets.  Known as the city that parties seven days a week, one hot spot in particular packs'em in for a...

Probably because he’s in his own lane when it comes to fashion, R&B artist Miguel has managed to land a spot on VEVO’s online series ‘Stylized’.   With his very own unique fashion sense...

Kelly Rowland is coming out hard with her new song “Dirty Laundry.”   Not only are her vocals on point, but the transparency of herself in the lyrics drive it all home. In her new single,...

  Our favorite tough girl is back!  It's been a minute since STACKS Magazine spoke with Bernice . At the time, she was adjusting to the new fame, her role, and the overwhelming support from her...

  With rumors swirling and many wondering, the air has finally been cleared.   Longtime judge of Fox’s hit singing competition show 'American Idol', Randy Jackson has confirmed that he will...

  It’s been almost 15 years since we got one of our best black romantic comedy films to date. Maybe not everybody, but I’m almost sure that the majority felt like the 1999 movie “The Best...

  It looks like Beyonce’s papi, Matthew Knowles is next up in line when it comes to who owes back taxes to the IRS   According to reports, Mr. Knowles owes good ole Uncle Sam an...

  Cee Lo Green is bringing himself and the rest of the mob with him to the world of reality televeision. Cee Lo’s upcoming reality series titled “The Cee Lo Life” has been given the green light...

Now that everything is easily accessible on the internet, simple experiences like going to the movies few and far between.  Who doesn't prefer to sit in the comfort of their own home to watch a movie?...

As a fan of Pusha T's, his latest video took me back to the 90's. That was time when east coast rap was in the forefront and you had great producers/artists like DJ Premiere, Das EFX, Smith & Wesson,...

  Finally, Aftermath/Interscope put the money up for Kendrick Lamar's hit "Bitch, Don't Kill My Vibe."  Considering the album was released months ago, none of Kendrick's fans didn't anticipate it...

    When I kept seeing Chance The Rapper’s name around the internet, I always wondered “What the hell is supposed to be so good about this guy”. I never truly gave him an honest...

  Do horror films have the capabilities to make people pay off their debt?  A free educational program called SALT seems to think so.   To help college kids understand the importance of...

The uber strategic businessman and founder of Black Entertainment Televison (BET), Robert L. Johnson, announced the launch of two new paid Youtube channels. The new channels, "Acorn TV" and "OnCue", will be...

  John Legend is definitely in a sexy mood these days. His latest release "Who Do We Think We Are" can be considered borderline soft porn. The models bare naked breasts and sensually move about the...

  Buffalo Bills Mario Williams made headlines this week but not for his football stats.  Instead, the defensive back gained notoriety for being an "Indian-giver".   For years, there's...

  Spree Wilson is both inspired and inspirational. Being the Atlanta-by-way-of-Nashville artsy musician (of sorts), he has strong roots in the Atlanta sound. Yet, it took a precise time partying in...

It looks like hip-hop artist Ja Rule has gotten a major leap toward his freedom.   After serving the majority of the two-year sentence he received for illegal gun possession and then being...

  I don’t know about you but I’ve been wondering where Mr. Ghetto Love has been. It’s been three years since Jaheim has given us any of his good old R&B swag. But the wait is over because...

In preparation of the release of her fourth studio album, snazzy soul singer Chrisette Michele has released the third single from the compilation.   With her tracks her lead single “A Couple of...

When will some of these young black athletes grow up and learn that when you play with fire you will get burned.   Well evidently former Detroit Lions receiver Titus Young just doesn’t...

    The first official trailer for the upcoming Lee Daniels-directed film “The Butler” is here.   In case you’re not familiar with the film, it’s the one that follows the...

  Well, the A-town rapper told us he'd never stop with this rap game.  He's back. Our boy DG Yola is stepping things up on his new mixtape release. Neva Gon Stop 2 is the follow-up to his first...

  What is 50 Cent investing in next?  As a man who always seem to venture into the most unthinkable industries, has made profitable strides in the fitness arena with Formula 50 and now in the...