Lil Nas X, Olivia Rodrigo set to perform on ‘SNL’ this month

Following the news that Miley Cyrus will perform on Saturday Night Live this weekend, Lil Nas X and Olivia Rodrigo have been announced as this month’s other musical guests. READ MORE: SNL heroes: stunning Saturday Night Live performances by your favourite stars Rodrigo will perform on the show May 15, with the episode set to be hosted by comedian Keegan-Michael …

Jay-Z pays homage to Nas with new ‘Curated By The God Hov’ playlist

Jay-Z has paid homage to Nas with a new playlist he has curated of the ‘Illmatic’ rapper’s songs on Tidal. Earlier today (April 30), the pair teamed up on DJ Khaled’s new single ‘Sorry Not Sorry’, marking their first collaboration since 2008. Jay-Z has commemorated the occasion with a playlist of his favourite Nas songs, …

DJ Khaled previews new Jay-Z and Nas collaboration, ‘Sorry Not Sorry’

DJ Khaled has previewed a new song featuring Jay-Z and Nas called ‘Sorry Not Sorry’ – check out the video below. The rapper and producer confirmed yesterday (April 27) that his new album ‘Khaled Khaled’ will be arriving this Friday (April 30), posting its official artwork on social media. “I have a gift for the …

Eminem reveals he once spent $600 on a cassette of Nas’ ‘Illmatic’

Eminem has revealed that he once spent $600 (£431) on a sealed cassette tape of Nas‘ debut album ‘Illmatic’. Appearing in a Clubhouse room as part of his ‘Shady Con’ online event, Marshall Mathers spoke to Paul Rosenberg and DJ Whoo Kid about his personal record collection, explaining that he’s “been collecting since I was …

Nas, Eve and more honour DMX at memorial event, daughter raps ‘Slippin’

Nas, Eve and Swizz Beats paid tribute to DMX at his memorial service yesterday (April 24). READ MORE: DMX, 1970 – 2021: hip-hop giant who shone brightest in the darkness The artists joined friends and family of the late rapper at the “A Celebration of Life” event held at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. Among them was DMX’s …

Lil Nas X confirmed to guest star on ‘Dave’ season two

Lil Nas X is set to guest star in the second season of Dave. The FX comedy, based on the life of rapper and comedian Dave Burd, has announced a string of guest star for the forthcoming new episodes, including CL, Kendall Jenner, Hailey Bieber, Benny Blanco, Kyle Kuzma, Doja Cat, and Kevin Hart alongside the …

Lil Nas X wants Rihanna and Bad Bunny on a ‘Montero (Call Me By Your Name)’ remix

Lil Nas X says he wants to feature Rihanna and Bad Bunny on a remix of his hit single ‘Montero (Call Me By Your Name)’. The song, which has topped charts and also attracted criticism since its release last month, returned to streaming services this week after it was temporarily removed. In a series of …

Nike files trademark lawsuit over Lil Nas X’s “Satan Shoes”

Nike has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against the company that produced a line of “Satan Shoes” in collaboration with Lil Nas X. The shoes are customised Nike Air Max 97s and were allegedly designed without the sportswear giant’s permission. Brooklyn-based MSCHF is responsible for the footwear, which features a drop of human blood mixed …

Nas has won his first-ever Grammy award tonight

Nas has won his first-ever Grammy Award tonight (March 14), after being nominated at the annual awards show 14 times. The premiere ceremony for the Grammys, where the bulk of the awards are handed out, took place earlier tonight. During that livestreamed event, Nas was announced as the winner of Best Rap Album for his …

Lil Nas X trolls TikTokkers trying to cancel Eminem

Lil Nas X has dropped a new TikTok video that trolls the platforms users who have been trying to cancel Eminem. A campaign started last week calling for Eminem to be cancelled because of some of the controversial lyrics found in his catalogue over the years. A debate then ensued pitting Millennials against Gen Z, …