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Common, Robert Glasper & Karriem Riggins Turns Up The Kennedy Center As August Greene

The new super-group, August Greene (AG), played for the first time at the Kennedy Center Thursday evening. The trio features hip-hop artist and activist Common, pianist Robert Glasper and world-renowned percussionist/producer Karriem Riggins. Audience members packed the prestigious venue’s concert hall with high expectations of the group’s performance. Their blend of music featuring hip-hop, neo-soul […]

Take our poll below. Who wore this rich, crushed velvet tuxedo trend best: Common or Dj Khaled and his son Asahd?

At Saturday night's Creative Arts Emmy Awards, our favorite political pundit and rapper were very cozy on the red carpet.

  Being the son of a teacher who once used her own money to buy classroom materials for her students, rapper Common showed his gratitude by donating $10,000 to the Renaissance School of the Arts in Harlem. The money will go to help their teachers buy supplies like science kits and calculators. Students cheered loudly […]

Hip-Hop was born from a spirit of protest and the desire to be heard, so it’s no surprise that many of our favorite rappers have drawn influence from Dr. Martin Luther King. Here’s 15 times Hip-Hop artists like Kanye West, Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar and Common referenced Martin Luther King, Jr. Related Articles Kareem ‘Biggs’ Burke […]

The former couple who still remain friends sat down for a one-on-one interview for ESPN.

Obama says the hacks brought attention to Hillary Clinton’s email scandal and issues within the Democratic National Committee.

Common dishes on his new album and everlasting love for Black women.

Chicago native and rap icon Common displayed immaculate storytelling prowess during Thursday's "Tonight Show" while performing the title track off his forthcoming album, 'Black America Again.'

New reports say the rapper and actress have been dating for the past year and couldn't be happier.