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Marissa Alvarez is a multimedia Entertainment and Culture journalist and editor. She brings a keen editorial eye, a commitment to accuracy to every project she undertakes....

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Red Bull Spiral’s First R&B Cypher: Arin Ray, Alex Isley, Joyce Wrice, and Aneesa Strings Soulful Freestyle – The Now Media

For the first-ever R&B edition of Red Bull Spiral, Arin Ray, Alex Isley, and Joyce Wrice join forces with bassist Aneesa Strings for a performance that’s as smooth as it is dynamic.


Marking their first collaboration, the group delivers a soulful, genre-blending freestyle that combines hip-hop, jazz, and R&B influences. The one-take session showcases their raw talent, chemistry, and ability to create something fresh and timeless on the spot.


While Red Bull Spiral usually focuses on hip-hop...

Anthony Edwards Takes ‘Believe That.’ Tour to China, Partnering with Adidas Basketball – The Now Media

Anthony Edwards is taking his talents overseas. The Minnesota Timberwolves star has teamed up with Adidas Basketball for his first-ever China tour, the Believe That. Tour, running August 21–28 with stops in Shanghai, Chengdu, and Beijing.


The weeklong tour will feature exclusive events, surprise appearances, and live performances, all aimed at inspiring the next generation of basketball fans and players. Edwards and Adidas hope the experience will spark a deeper passion for the game and its c...

Chris Brown Surprises Loyal Fan and Her Single Mom with $10K and a New Car – The Now Media

Chris Brown recently pulled off a heartfelt surprise for a loyal fan that’s tugging at everyone’s heartstrings.


In a video shared by Zach Dereniowski, also known as MD Motivator, on Instagram, the influencer gifted $10,000 to a 13-year-old fan and her single mother. The moment got even more special when Brown’s daughter dropped a surprise announcement, “My dad wants to meet you.”


Later that night, the mom and daughter were seen attending one of Brown’s shows. Later in the video, Zach, Brow...

Trina Brings the Party to SeaWorld San Diego — Fans Can’t Get Enough! – The Now Media

Trina took over the stage at SeaWorld San Diego as part of the theme park’s Summer Spectacular Concert Series, delivering a high-energy performance that quickly went viral. Fans were caught on video dancing and singing along to the rapper’s biggest hits.



One viral clip even showed four security guards escorting a fan out. Was the attendee just feeling the music a little too much?



While many attendees were loving the performance, opinions varied widely online. Comments on a viral cl...

Lil Baby Joins Hurricane Wisdom for “Drugs Callin” Remix and Video – The Now Media

The rap duo listeners didn’t know they needed. Lil Baby just hopped on Hurricane Wisdom’s “Drugs Callin” for the remix. The official music video was released this past Friday, featuring visuals that give fans a sneak peek into the behind-the-scenes action.


Hurricane Wisdom released the original “Drugs Callin” in February 2025, alongside a music video that has since garnered 16 million views on YouTube. The track flips Future’s “Perky’s Calling,” with the Florida rapper putting his spin on the...

Rio Da Yung OG Drops New Album F.L.I.N.T (Feeling Like I’m Not Through)— A Love Letter to His City – The Now Media

Flint, Michigan native Rio Da Yung OG just dropped his long-awaited album F.L.I.N.T (Feeling Like I’m Not Through). Known for his raw delivery and unfiltered storytelling, the rapper has become a key figure in the Flint and Detroit rap scenes, using his platform to depict the harsh realities of street life in his hometown. 



With the newest album underscoring this authenticity, the project is also deeply personal for Rio, serving as both a love letter to his city and a thank-you to the fan...