Vibe

Vibe is a music and entertainment magazine that was established by the famous producer Quincy Jones. It primarily highlights R&B and hip-hop artists, as well as actors and other entertainers. After ceasing production in the summer of 2009, Vibe was acquired by InterMedia Partners, a private equity investment firm. The magazine is now published twice a month and features double covers, alongside a stronger online presence. Its main audience consists of young, urban enthusiasts of hip-hop culture. In 2014, Vibe transitioned to an exclusively online format.

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#52153

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#15446

Arts and Entertainment/Music

#164

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Kendrick Lamar Co-Signs Lefty Gunplay's New Album 'Can't Get Right'

1 day ago | vibe.com | Armon Sadler

Lefty Gunplay had the biggest moment of his career with his feature alongside Kendrick Lamar on “tv off” back in November 2024. Now, the Compton rapper has given his fellow LA lyricist another seal of approval, only this time for his new album Can’t Get Right. Jason Martin, formerly known as Problem and co-collaborator on Can’t Get Right, shared a screenshot of text messages with K. Dot about the album. “Mission accomplished,” he wrote with the salute emoji.
Jermaine Fowler To Star In Upcoming ‘Barbershop’ Series On Amazon Prime Video

1 day ago | vibe.com | Armon Sadler

One of the most effective promotional methods in this era involves the triggering of people’s nostalgia for a specific show or movie while simultaneously adding new chapters to the story. On that front, Amazon Prime Video may have struck IP gold with their forthcoming Barbershop series starring Jermaine Fowler. The 37-year-old actor, who previously starred in Ricky Stanicky, will take on the role of Travis “Trav” Porter.
Lizzo Pushes Back On Being Labeled "Skinny" After Weight Loss

1 day ago | vibe.com | Mya Abraham

Lizzo doesn’t consider herself to be “skinny” following her weight loss journey, but instead is calling it a “weight release.” During her recent appearance on The Breakfast Club on Monday (May 12), she detailed how her “weight release” journey started. “I got snatched here first,” said Lizzo, referring to her mentality. “Then my body followed suit […] I think I had to start with cleaning out my mind and my energy and clearing out all of the negativity around me.
Ye Forthcoming Album ‘Cuck’ Could Potentially Be Banned In Russia

1 day ago | vibe.com | Armon Sadler

Ye has fearlessly put out his recent music and statements without any concern for who it may offend. Unfortunately for him, his forthcoming album Cuck could potentially get banned in Russia due to him promoting Nazism. The country’s media regulator has submitted a formal request to ban the release, per a report from the popular X page Kurrco.
Usher Tells Inspiring, Never Before Told Story At Emory Graduation

1 day ago | vibe.com | Mya Abraham

To know Usher is to know that he came from humble beginnings, but the road to become Dr. Usher Raymond IV wasn’t always smooth sailing. As the keynote speaker at Emory’s 2025 Commencement, the crooner also received an honorary doctorate from the university on Sunday (May 12.) His speech reflected on a pivotal moment from his youth that helped shape the man he is today. “I’m not just accepting this honor for myself.
Tory Lanez Breaks Silence On Injuries Suffered From Being Stabbed 14 Times In Prison

1 day ago | vibe.com | Armon Sadler

Tory Lanez suffered a major scare this week while serving his 10-year jail sentence for being convicted of shooting Megan Thee Stallion in her feet. The 32-year-old artist revealed that he was stabbed 14 times and the ensuing bodily effects he had to endure. Lanez suffered seven stab wounds to his back, four to his torso, two to the back of his head, and one to the left side of his face, per his Instagram post.
Get To Know Lil Wayne’s Latest Young Money Recruits: Lucifena, Poppy, Allan Cubas, And More

2 days ago | vibe.com | Armon Sadler

Lil Wayne has undeniably had a hall-of-fame-worthy career as an artist. He also cultivated an extremely popular collective in Young Money, boasting two more legends in Drake and Nicki Minaj. The New Orleans rapper could quite literally not do anything else within Hip-Hop and be more than certified, yet here he is again, introducing the world to a new crop of talent.
Lizzo Says She Doesn't Have "Many" Friends Because Of Fame

2 days ago | vibe.com | Mya Abraham

Lizzo has a very small inner circle and there’s good reason for that. During a recent interview with Ziwe, the “Good As Hell” singer explained that she doesn’t have many friends because of how “weird” things became after she garnered fame. “I don’t have any friends,” Lizzo said while laughing nervously. “I used to have so many friends, but when you get famous, it gets really weird. Everyone makes it weird for famous people.
Tracy Morgan Comedy Pilot Granted 2025-26 Series Order By NBC

2 days ago | vibe.com | Mya Abraham

NBC unveiled its fall slate Monday (May 12) and announced that Tracy Morgan‘s comedy series, The Fall And Rise Of Reggie Dinkins, was greenlit for a 10-episode series order. The series will star Morgan alongside Erika Alexander, Daniel Radcliffe, Bobby Moynihan, Precious Way and Jalyn Hall as it follows Reggie Dinkins (Morgan), a disgraced former football player on a mission to rehabilitate his image.
Tory Lanez Reportedly Stabbed In Prison

2 days ago | vibe.com | Mya Abraham

Tory Lanez has reportedly been stabbed in prison. According to TMZ, the rapper was in the yard of California Correctional Institution at Tehachapi on Monday morning (May 12) when he was wounded by another inmate. The motive behind the attack is unclear, but he was rushed to a Bakersfield hospital. The outlet reported that the injury isn’t life-threatening. Lanez is currently a 10-year prison stint after being convicted of shooting Megan Thee Stallion back in 2020.