Quincy Jones, one of the most influential figures in music history, has passed away at the age of 91. A renowned producer, composer, and musician, Jones shaped the sound of jazz, pop, and R&B across decades. His collaborations with artists like Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, and Aretha Franklin have left an indelible mark on the music industry. Jones' innovative approach to production and his ability to blend genres made him a towering figure whose legacy continues to inspire musicians today. His death marks the end of an era in music history.
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T.I. Marks Official Return To Music With New Single, ‘LET EM KNOW’
T.I. has made his official (and final) return to music with his latest single, “LET EM KNOW.” It features production from Pharrell Williams and is the first single off the rapper’s upcoming album, Kill The King. The track begins with Williams’ iconic four-count start as T.I. reminds folks he’s still the King Of The South, tapping back into his Trap Muzik roots. “Big dog, all we get is bread, I ain’t never scared/Big flex on a n***a head,”he raps.“What I’m standing on? Business, big check, we do
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J. Cole has set February 6 as the release date for his highly anticipated album ‘The Fall-Off,’ ending years of speculation. The announcement on Thursday arrived with a trailer that mirrors the 40-year-old rapper’s introspective and grounded persona. Filmed in muted tones, the trailer depicts Cole in two ordinary scenes: rinsing his car at a self-service wash and dining alone at a quiet diner counter. “Everything is supposed to go away eventually” a voice is heard speaking in the background o
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US Pauses Immigrant Visas From 75 Countries — Not International Marriages
A new Trump administration policy has triggered global concern by ordering an open‑ended pause on immigrant visa processing for nationals of 75 countries, but it does not ban U.S. citizens from marrying people from those countries. Americans remain free to marry whomever they choose; what changes is whether their spouse can obtain an immigrant visa or green card to live with them in the United States. Under guidance issued this month, U.S. consulates will stop issuing most immigrant visas—from
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