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5 Dream Creative Moves we Want Next

Snoop Dogg

Snoop Dogg: 5 Dream Creative Moves We Want Next

Here are 5 dream projects, surprise genre crossovers, and screen roles we want Snoop Dogg to tackle next.

By The YH WireSep 3, 2026

A Recap of the 2025 Kids Choice Awards!

Green, Gooey, and Greatness: A Recap Of The 2025 Kids’ Choice Awards!

Green, Gooey, and Greatness: A Recap Of The 2025 Kids’ Choice Awards!

And just like that, we’re back -- another year of gooey green slime, great energy, and excellent performances.

By Janelle BoatwrightJun 23, 2025

Kendrick Lamars gnx

TRACK BY TRACK: Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX'

TRACK BY TRACK: Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX'

On November 22, Kendrick Lamar dropped GNX, a surprise album fresh off his rap battle against Toronto-based rap veteran…

By Kayla WaltersDec 11, 2024

Nightly

ARTIST TO WATCH: Nightly

ARTIST TO WATCH: Nightly

If you’re a fan of good music and good things in general, you definitely need to get Nightly on your radar!

By Katie MarzulloOct 28, 2021

Hottest Performances & Fiercest Fashions!

Billboard Music Awards: Hottest Performances & Fiercest Fashions!

Billboard Music Awards: Hottest Performances & Fiercest Fashions!

The Billboard Music Awards took place in Las Vegas yesterday, and the fashion was fire while the performances were…

By Caroline ThayerMay 21, 2018

A Breakdown of Beyoncés History

BEYCHELLA 2018: A Breakdown of Beyoncé's History-Making Coachella Performance!

BEYCHELLA 2018: A Breakdown of Beyoncé's History-Making Coachella Performance!

We knew three facts ahead of Beyoncé’s history-making performance at Weekend 1 of Coachella: (1) She had gone vegan and…

By Ali ShannonApr 16, 2018

Heavy Grammy Awards!

Emotions Run High at Powerful Message-Heavy Grammy Awards!

Emotions Run High at Powerful Message-Heavy Grammy Awards!

The 60th annual Grammy Awards definitely left everyone with a whirlwind of emotions!

By Nicole WertJan 29, 2018

Report

Beyonce, Eminem and The Weeknd to headline Coachella - report

Beyonce, Eminem and The Weeknd to headline Coachella - report

Beyonce, Eminem and The Weeknd have reportedly been tapped to headline California's Coachella festival next year…

By Young Hollywood StaffDec 21, 2017

Taylor Swift to launch music comeback on Friday - report

Taylor Swift to launch music comeback on Friday - report

Taylor Swift will reportedly return to the spotlight by debuting a new song on Friday (25Aug17) and unveiling the…

By Young Hollywood StaffAug 23, 2017

Dominated end of Year Artists top 10

Ed Sheeran is number one on Billboard's male-dominated end of year artists top 10

Ed Sheeran is number one on Billboard's male-dominated end of year artists top 10

Ed Sheeran has been named Billboard's top chart artist of the year in a male-dominated top 10....

By Young Hollywood StaffDec 12, 2017

Z Leads Grammy Award Nominations

JAY-Z leads Grammy Award nominations

JAY-Z leads Grammy Award nominations

Jay-Z looks set to dominate the 2018 Grammy Awards after receiving eight nominations on Tuesday (28Nov17)....

By Young Hollywood StaffNov 28, 2017

Jhené Aiko

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Jhené Aiko

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Jhené Aiko

We have been following Jhené Aiko's career for years (she was one of our Artists to Watch in 2014 and we had the chance…

By Brennon BarclayOct 16, 2017

Z Make Rare Public Appearance at Rihannas Diamond Ball

Beyonce and JAY-Z make rare public appearance at Rihanna's Diamond Ball

Beyonce and JAY-Z make rare public appearance at Rihanna's Diamond Ball

Beyonce and Jay-Z stepped out for their first red carpet event since the birth of their twins at Rihanna's Diamond Ball…

By Young Hollywood StaffSep 15, 2017

Vince Staples

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Vince Staples

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Vince Staples

(Warning: Some video clips NSFW) Even though he’s only 23 years old, Vince Staples has been a relevant player in the…

By Emmy FreedmanAug 14, 2017

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Katy Perry texts Buzz Aldrin ahead of space-themed MTV Video Music Awards

Katy Perry texts Buzz Aldrin ahead of space-themed MTV Video Music Awards

Katy Perry has reportedly been texting Buzz Aldrin ahead of her gig hosting the space-themed Mtv Video Music Awards....

By Young Hollywood StaffJul 31, 2017

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JAY-Z: 'My relationship with Beyonce wasn't built on 100 per cent truth'

JAY-Z: 'My relationship with Beyonce wasn't built on 100 per cent truth'

Jay-Z has admitted his relationship with wife Beyonce wasn't built on "100 per cent truth"....

By Young Hollywood StaffJul 11, 2017

Diamond Ball

Rihanna snags Dave Chappelle & Kendrick Lamar for Diamond Ball

Rihanna snags Dave Chappelle & Kendrick Lamar for Diamond Ball

Rihanna has recruited comedian Dave Chappelle and rapper Kendrick Lamar for her 2017 Diamond Ball....

By Young Hollywood StaffJun 21, 2017

Sza

Artist Spotlight: Sza

Artist Spotlight: Sza

If you’re a fan of hip-hop and want some new music to obsess over, try out SZA and her new album Ctrl, which was just…

By Emmy FreedmanJun 19, 2017

Week top Five Stand

Ed Sheeran makes U.S. chart history with 20-week top five stand

Ed Sheeran makes U.S. chart history with 20-week top five stand

Ed Sheeran has made chart history in the U.S. by becoming the first artist to spend 20 weeks in the Billboard Hot 100…

By Young Hollywood StaffMay 30, 2017

Host Iheartradio Much Music Video Awards

Joe Jonas to co-host iHeartRadio Much Music Video Awards

Joe Jonas to co-host iHeartRadio Much Music Video Awards

Joe Jonas will act as a co-host at Canada's upcoming Iheartradio Much Music Video Awards....

By Young Hollywood StaffMay 25, 2017

Hop Awards

Kendrick Lamar takes top honour at BET Hip-Hop Awards

Kendrick Lamar takes top honour at BET Hip-Hop Awards

Kendrick Lamar is celebrating again after winning his fifth consecutive Lyricist of the Year title at the 2016 BET…

By Young Hollywood StaffSep 19, 2016

Studded Soul Train

Beyonce hosts star-studded Soul Train-themed birthday party

Beyonce hosts star-studded Soul Train-themed birthday party

Beyonce celebrated her 35th birthday by throwing a Soul Train-themed fancy dress party attended by stars including…

By Young Hollywood StaffSep 6, 2016

Beyonce Made me Lose Myself in Lemonade Dance

Serena Williams: 'Beyonce made me lose myself in Lemonade dance'

Serena Williams: 'Beyonce made me lose myself in Lemonade dance'

Serena Williams had to lose her inhibitions to appear as a video dancer onscreen for Beyonce's visual album Lemonade....

By Young Hollywood StaffMay 9, 2016

Beyoncés Lemonade

TRACK BY TRACK: Beyoncé's 'Lemonade'

TRACK BY TRACK: Beyoncé's 'Lemonade'

Unless you have been living under a rock, you are probably aware that Beyoncé surprised us all by dropping a new album…

By Sarah OsmanApr 29, 2016

Im not Slamming Beyonce Over Black Lives Mattter

M.I.A.: 'I'm not slamming Beyonce over Black Lives Mattter'

M.I.A.: 'I'm not slamming Beyonce over Black Lives Mattter'

Rapper M.I.A. has rowed back on her criticism of Beyonce but not the Black Lives Matter movement....

By Young Hollywood StaffApr 23, 2016

Adeles Music Changed my Life

Jennifer Lawrence: 'Adele's music changed my life'

Jennifer Lawrence: 'Adele's music changed my life'

Jennifer Lawrence has described Adele as an "international treasure" in a gushing tribute for TIME magazine....

By Young Hollywood StaffApr 21, 2016

Tip

Alicia Keys' son working with Q-Tip

Alicia Keys' son working with Q-Tip

Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz's five-year-old son is lending his production skills to rap icon Q-Tip's new album....

By Young Hollywood StaffApr 19, 2016

Kanye West Lost all Credibility When he Married kim Kardashian

Azealia Banks: 'Kanye West lost all credibility when he married Kim Kardashian'

Azealia Banks: 'Kanye West lost all credibility when he married Kim Kardashian'

Rapper Azealia Banks has accused Kanye West of ruining his brand after marrying Kim Kardashian....

By Young Hollywood StaffApr 14, 2016

Studded Send off at Final Game

Kobe Bryant given star-studded send off at final game

Kobe Bryant given star-studded send off at final game

Stars including Lamar Odom and Jack Nicholson featured in a tribute video for Kobe Bryant ahead of the sportsman's…

By Young Hollywood StaffApr 14, 2016

Produced Track for Kendrick Lamar

Alicia Keys' young son co-produced track for Kendrick Lamar

Alicia Keys' young son co-produced track for Kendrick Lamar

Alicia Keys and producer husband Swizz Beatz's five-year-old son is starting his music career early as a co-producer…

By Young Hollywood StaffMar 7, 2016

Sister act Heathers Plays Forget me Knots Live at Sxsw

Twin-Sister Act Heathers Plays "Forget Me Knots" Live at SXSW

Twin-Sister Act Heathers Plays "Forget Me Knots" Live at SXSW

Alessia Cara

ARTIST TO WATCH: Alessia Cara

ARTIST TO WATCH: Alessia Cara

19-year-old Canadian songstress Alessia Cara is the perfect combination of singer and songwriter.

By Brittany TaorminaOct 5, 2015

Hop Awards Nominations

Drake and Big Sean lead BET Hip-Hop Awards nominations

Drake and Big Sean lead BET Hip-Hop Awards nominations

Drake and Big Sean look set to dominate the 2015 BET Hip-Hop Awards after scoring 22 nominations between them....

By Young Hollywood StaffSep 16, 2015

Studded gig

Miguel surprises fans with star-studded gig

Miguel surprises fans with star-studded gig

Singer Miguel surprised his fans on Friday (04Sep15) by introducing superstar guests Snoop Dogg and Kendrick Lamar to…

By Young Hollywood StaffSep 6, 2015

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Taylor Swift wins big at drama-filled MTV VMAs

Taylor Swift wins big at drama-filled MTV VMAs

Taylor Swift was crowned the queen of the MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday night (30Aug15) as she picked…

By Young Hollywood StaffAug 31, 2015

Skip Marley

Q&A: Skip Marley

Q&A: Skip Marley

The Marley gene never “skips” a beat in their long line of musical talent that runs through the bloodlines of their…

By Brooke RudisillAug 24, 2015

From the Runway to the big Screen

Cara Delevingne: From the Runway to the Big Screen

Cara Delevingne: From the Runway to the Big Screen

Many know Cara Delevingne as a world-reknowned supermodel, but she is definitely making her way as an up-and-coming…

By Brittany TaorminaAug 7, 2015

Founder Offstage After Failed rap Challenge

Kendrick Lamar kicks festival co-founder offstage after failed rap challenge

Kendrick Lamar kicks festival co-founder offstage after failed rap challenge

Kendrick Lamar inadvertently booted the co-founder of Maryland's Sweetlife Festival off the stage on Sunday (31May15)…

By Young Hollywood StaffJun 2, 2015

The Young Professionals

Q&A: The Young Professionals

Q&A: The Young Professionals

The Young Professionals is a Tel Aviv-based band comprised of Johnny Goldstein and Ivri Lider, who are determined to…

By Alexis HoltFeb 23, 2015

Devin k

ARTIST TO WATCH: Devin K -- Plus EXCLUSIVE Video Premiere!

ARTIST TO WATCH: Devin K -- Plus EXCLUSIVE Video Premiere!

Calling all lovers of singer/athletes with blonde hair, blue eyes and tattoos -- Allow us to introduce you to Devin K!

By Nicole KochJan 13, 2015

Album Launch

Prince teams up with Kendrick Lamar at album launch party

Prince teams up with Kendrick Lamar at album launch party

Prince thrilled fans at the online launch party for his new albums by hitting the stage with Kendrick Lamar....

By Young Hollywood StaffOct 2, 2014

Ever Iheartradio Music Awards

Rihanna a monster winner at first-ever iHeartRadio Music Awards

Rihanna a monster winner at first-ever iHeartRadio Music Awards

Rihanna was the toast of the inaugural iHeartRadio Music Awards in Los Angeles on Thursday (01May14), despite arriving…

By Young Hollywood StaffMay 2, 2014

Grammys Apology Text

Kendrick Lamar defends Macklemore over post-Grammys apology text

Kendrick Lamar defends Macklemore over post-Grammys apology text

Kendrick Lamar has defended fellow rapper Macklemore after the Thrift Shop hitmaker came under attack for showing fans…

By Young Hollywood StaffMar 1, 2014

Casey Veggies

ARTIST TO WATCH: Casey Veggies

ARTIST TO WATCH: Casey Veggies

Ever since Kendrick Lamar has been causing a stir within the hip-hop industry, West Coast rap has been put back on the…

By Raffy ErmacFeb 26, 2014

Fresh

Young Hollywood Re:FRESH - Super Bowl Edition with Justin Tuck, Marshawn Lynch, and Aaron Paul

Young Hollywood Re:FRESH - Super Bowl Edition with Justin Tuck, Marshawn Lynch, and Aaron Paul

Z & Beyoncés pre

Celebs Come Out to See Jay-Z & Beyoncé's Pre-Super Bowl Performance

Celebs Come Out to See Jay-Z & Beyoncé's Pre-Super Bowl Performance

List Advice at Espns Super Bowl

Kendrick Lamar Gives A-List Advice at ESPN's Super Bowl Party

Kendrick Lamar Gives A-List Advice at ESPN's Super Bowl Party

Up one of the Best Yet!

Grammys '14 Line-Up One of the Best Yet!

Grammys '14 Line-Up One of the Best Yet!

The 56th Annual Grammy Awards are just around the corner, and to say the performances will be groundbreaking is an…

By Simone RemingtonJan 23, 2014

Hip

Macklemore: 'Hip-hop community doesn't want me to win Best Rap Grammy'

Macklemore: 'Hip-hop community doesn't want me to win Best Rap Grammy'

Macklemore fears many members of the hip-hop community will be angry if he wins a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album ahead…

By Young Hollywood StaffJan 8, 2014

I was in the Crowd for Epic California Love Video

Kendrick Lamar: 'I was in the crowd for epic California Love video'

Kendrick Lamar: 'I was in the crowd for epic California Love video'

Rapper Kendrick Lamar brought memories flooding back for producer Dr. Dre when they were working together in the studio…

By Young Hollywood StaffSep 23, 2013

Van sex

Bra discovery wrecked Kendrick Lamar's teenage mini-van sex

Bra discovery wrecked Kendrick Lamar's teenage mini-van sex

Rapper Kendrick Lamar once tried to convince his mother that a girlfriend's stray bra was hers when she found it in her…

By Young Hollywood StaffAug 31, 2013

Rap Artist Shawn Chrystopher

Catching Up With: Rap Artist Shawn Chrystopher

Catching Up With: Rap Artist Shawn Chrystopher

Shawn Chrystopher is an up-and-coming rapper/producer whose debut LP, The Lovestory, was just released on iTunes. The…

By Sarah OsmanJul 29, 2013

Z Joins During Wireless Festival set

Justin Timberlake joins Jay-Z joins during Wireless Festival set

Justin Timberlake joins Jay-Z joins during Wireless Festival set

Justin Timberlake returned a favor to Jay-Z by joining the rapper onstage during his set at London's Wireless Festival…

By Young Hollywood StaffJul 14, 2013

State Concert

Glee star Naya Rivera to host 50-state concert event

Glee star Naya Rivera to host 50-state concert event

Glee star Naya Rivera has signed up to host a music event which will feature stars performing a gig in every state on…

By Young Hollywood StaffJul 11, 2013

Z in the Audience for Rita ora Concert

Jay-Z in the audience for Rita Ora concert

Jay-Z in the audience for Rita Ora concert

British pop star Rita Ora was given a huge confidence boost as she performed in New York on Monday (17Dec12) - her…

By Young Hollywood StaffDec 19, 2012

TV Shows

4 Defining Awards Show Moments

Kendrick Lamar

Kendrick Lamar: 4 Defining Awards Show Moments

A look back at Kendrick Lamar's most significant awards milestones, historic stage appearances, and standout acceptance…

By The YH WireSep 13, 2026

Point snl Social Satire Skits This Season (so Far)!

The 5 Most On-Point "SNL" Social Satire Skits This Season (So Far)!

The 5 Most On-Point "SNL" Social Satire Skits This Season (So Far)!

Is it just me, or has “Saturday Night Live” been on fire lately?

By Sarah OsmanFeb 23, 2016