LL Cool J refuses to perform at Philadelphia’s 4th of July concert until workers’ strike ends Nearly 10,000 city workers are on strike to demand better pay The Independent UK · Jul 4, 2025
Dave Grohl makes a surprise appearance at Coachella Dave Grohl made a surprise appearance during the second weekend of the Coachella music festival in California - taking to the stage with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra to perform two Foo Fighters songs. BANG Premier · Apr 21, 2025
Samuel L Jackson on shark thriller Deep Blue Sea: ‘I’ve had many deaths – but everyone remembers this one’ ‘I had no idea I’d get so wet. I was in water for a month. For the storm scenes, they were dumping it on us from towers. There were big-ass waves flying everywhere’ The Guardian - UK · Mar 24, 2025
LL Cool J says he is the 'most important rapper that ever existed' LL Cool J believes that he is "the most important rapper that ever existed" thanks to what he has achieved in his four-decade career in the industry. BANG Premier · Dec 3, 2024
LL Cool J ‘humbly’ predicts people will realise he’s ‘the most important rapper that ever existed’ ‘I truly believe one day people are going to say that,’ rapper said The Independent UK · Dec 3, 2024
“Teenage Dirtbag has always felt like a bit of a queer anthem to me, even if it wasn’t meant to be - I love that I didn’t have to change a single lyric”: Cat Burns releases “unapologetic” cover of Wheatus’s 2000 hit A new version of the song that was designed to sound like “Metallica, AC/DC, Paul Simon and James Taylor from the waist up,” and “LL Cool J and Public Enemy” from the waist down MusicRadar · Nov 19, 2024
BBC viewers make same LL Cool J demand after uplifting Breakfast interview Rapper got comfortable as he put his feet up on the BBC Breakfast coffee table The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2024
Busta Rhymes hails 'inspirational' LL Cool J at MTV EMAs Rap star Busta Rhymes was thrilled to win the Global Icon gong at the MTV Europe Music Awards. BANG Premier · Nov 10, 2024
LL COOL J wants to make 'fun' Deep Blue Sea movie reboot or sequel EXCLUSIVE The legendary rapper also discussed with The Standard the ‘risk’ of releasing his first album in over a decade Evening Standard · Nov 10, 2024
Ice-T warns rap beefs are 'not smart' anymore Ice-T has warned rap beefs are "not smart" anymore because of the risk of retaliation from other people outside of the control of the artists involved. BANG Premier · Nov 7, 2024
Inside Quincy Jones' family: His seven children including Parks And Recreation star and music protégé The music mogul, who worked with everyone from Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, has died aged 91 Evening Standard · Nov 4, 2024
Quincy Jones, producer and entertainment powerhouse, dies aged 91 Widely and wildly talented musician and industry mogul worked with Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, Will Smith and others The Guardian - UK · Nov 4, 2024
Diddy faces public scrutiny over alleged sex crimes as questions arise about future of his music Sean “Diddy” Combs created a hit-making empire with big name performers, earning his place as a savvy music mogul and becoming a three-time Grammy winner while securing high-profile deals across other industries The Independent UK · Sep 21, 2024
Eminem And LL Cool J Collaborate On New Hit Single Eminem and LL Cool J's collaboration 'Murdergram Deux' climbs Billboard charts, showcasing their enduring talent. Top News · Sep 12, 2024
The Independent UK · Sep 7, 2024 LL Cool J: ‘I was hanging out with some of the most dangerous characters in New York’ The hip-hop star’s acting career led to a 11-year musical hiatus, but despite one major false start, he’s back with a new album. He talks to Stevie Chick about vulnerability, longevity and the call he got telling him to stay off the streets
The Guardian - UK · Sep 5, 2024 LL Cool J: ‘Hip-hop isn’t underdog music any more’ The artist and actor answers your questions about dodging animatronic sharks, hanging out with Al Pacino, his love of Abba and the making of his first album in 11 years
Top News · Aug 28, 2024 Anitta, Karol G, LL Cool J, Shawn Mendes To Perform At 2024 MTV Vmas Anitta, Karol G, LL Cool J, and Shawn Mendes headline the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards with special performances and nominations. Vote online in 15 categori...
The Guardian - UK · Jul 29, 2024 Post your questions for LL Cool J As he prepares to release The Force, his first album in over a decade, the rapper and actor will take on your questions
The Guardian - UK · Jul 13, 2024 Kings From Queens: The Run-DMC Story review – incredibly honest and raw TV This look at the hip-hop legends spares no effort in telling their tale exactly as it was, from substance abuse to their darkest hours. It’s intelligent, nuanced TV – even if it could be more open about Russell Simmons
The Independent UK · Jul 12, 2024 LL Cool J relearned 'how to rap' on his first album in 11 years, 'The FORCE.' Here's how LL COOL J, the Grammy award winning rapper, actor and author, will release his first new album in 11 years, “The FORCE” on Sept. 16 — 40 years into his hip-hop career
Autosport · May 5, 2024 Miami GP revamps pre-race show without 2023-style F1 driver introductions Last year Miami featured a glitzy opening ceremony with drivers presented to the crowd one by one by American rapper LL Cool J, flanked by Miami Dolphins cheerleaders, while will.i.am conducted an orchestra playing a song he had co-produced specifically for the race with Lil Wayne.
Louder · May 3, 2024 "Public Enemy gave the establishment something to fear, an intelligent, angry, politicised, uncompromising voice for disenfranchised black America." A beginner's guide to Def Jam Recordings in five essential albums Def Jam is the most influential record label in hip-hip history. Here is your guide to its most significant releases
The Guardian - UK · Apr 25, 2024 Furious, funny and potentially fatal: hip-hop’s 20 greatest diss tracks – ranked! As Drake, Kendrick Lamar and more continue their high-profile beef, we run down the most inspired – and vicious – attacks in rap’s history
Woman & Home · Mar 26, 2024 32 of the best 90s style icons, from Julia Roberts to Kate Moss From Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell to Aaliyah and Princess Diana, these stars made the 90s the most adventurous and stylish decade in fashion
Tom’s Guide · Feb 11, 2024 Super Bowl commercials 2024: All the best ads and movie trailers Patrick Stewart chucks children, Chris Pratt becomes an iconic snack food mascot, and more — these are the most buzzworthy 2024 Super Bowl ads released so far.