Jeymes Samuel, the visionary behind Legendary Entertainment’s upcoming film The Book of Clarence, has released a captivating track, “Hallelujah Heaven.” Featuring Lil Wayne, Buju Banton, and Shabba Ranks, the song serves as a teaser for the film’s highly anticipated official soundtrack.

Samuel, a renowned British filmmaker, wrote and produced the track, showcasing a glimpse of the sonic tapestry accompanying his second feature film. The soundtrack, set to include contributions from JAY-Z, Kid Cudi, and more, will accompany the worldwide premiere of The Book of Clarence in Jan. 2024.

“The Book of Clarence is a film that I wanted to make for many years. While I was working on The Harder They Fall and all my other projects, the story and the music for The Book of Clarence was always there percolating in my mind,” said Samuel. “There was never a question as to whether I would compose the score and write and perform on the soundtrack, as well as write and direct the movie – it was all one amazing journey where one depended on the other. But I also worked with the most awesome artists on our track “Hallelujah Heaven”. Collaborating with Lil’ Wayne, Buju Banton and Shabba Ranks was so dope, I loved getting them all on the same track.”

Available now via Roc Nation, “Hallelujah Heaven” sets the stage for a musical journey that promises to enhance the cinematic experience of Samuel’s upcoming film. Listen to “Hallelujah Heaven” below.

Vic Mensa has released a poignant short film/music video for his track “Blue Eyes” from his sophomore album, VICTOR. Directed by longtime collaborator Andre Muir, the film was shot in Jamaica and delves into the emotional depth of the song.

The short film captures Vic’s exploration of his biracial identity, addressing the internalized insecurities he faced growing up and confronting the toxicity of Euro-centric beauty standards. The visuals include cinematic shots of Vic breaking free from symbolic struggles, locals in Jamaica discussing the history of skin bleaching, and a female lead shedding a blond wig, symbolizing liberation from harmful standards.

“The song ‘Blue Eyes’ is one of the most personal I’ve ever made and illustrates the impact of European beauty standards on the mind of the African, using my experience and that of my aunt who recently passed from the effects of skin bleaching,” Vic said. Watch the short film “Blue Eyes” below.

Emmy-award-winning sensation Keke Palmer continues to captivate audiences following her stellar hosting performance and a memorable show at the prestigious “Soul Train Awards” 2023 presented by BET. Palmer treats fans to her latest music video, ‘Serious,’ directed by the acclaimed Billie Woodruff. The song is part of her newest album ‘Big Boss: Deluxe,’ which includes four compelling tracks: ‘Ungorgeous,’ ‘Assets,’ ‘Crazy Things,’ and the spotlighted ‘Serious.’

Available on Keke’s digital network, KeyTV, and all major music streaming platforms, the ‘Big Boss: Deluxe’ release showcases Palmer’s versatility and artistic prowess. The music video directed by Woodruff adds visual flair to the already impactful ‘Serious,’ further solidifying Keke Palmer’s status as a multi-talented force in the entertainment industry. Watch the “Serious” video below.

Symere Bysil Woods, known professionally as Lil Uzi Vert, is an American rapper/singer/songwriter from Philadelphia, Pa. Woods gained initial recognition following the release of his mixtape “Luv Is Rage”, which led to a recording contract with Atlantic Records, to whom he signed under DJ Drama’s Generation Now imprint. Since that time, Woods has released three studio albums.

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East New York native Kelzbusy is looking to build on the imprint his home state has had on R&B. His latest single, “6AM”, is a melodic soundtrack to managing emotions in today’s turbulent romantic battlefield. Check out “6AM.”

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Singer Inayah graces the airwaves with her new single “For The Streets.” With assistance from producers BoogzDaBeast and Pyro Da God, Inayah samples the Fantasia hit “When I See You” to tell her story about heartbreak. “For The Streets” is the follow up to Inayah’s previous singles “Most Girlz” and “Always Something”, which are taken from her 2022 project “Insecure.” Listen to “For The Streets” below.

Rihanna and Drake’s sultry “What’s My Name?” music video has officially reached one billion YouTube views, 13 years since its release in 2010.

In the clip, the rumored ex-couple gets cozy in a convenience store, before cuddling up in a New York apartment, drinking wine, holding hands and even having a little pillow fight.

RiRi and Drake’s collaboration topped the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart upon its 2010 release, and also hit No. 1 on Digital Songs. Over the years, the two R&B powerhouses have collaborated a number of times on songs like 2016’s “Too Good,” 2016’s “Work” and 2011’s “Take Care.”

“What’s My Name?” was featured on Rihanna’s November 2010 album, Loud, which was certified 3x platinum by the Recording Industry Associated of America and peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 albums chart. The album also topped Billboard’s R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.

Ledisi fans will be thrilled to know that the Grammy winning R&B singer will be very busy over the next few months. She just announced that she will be embarking on a 27-city tour. The “Good Life Tour” will begin on March 6 in York, Pa. But fans will see and hear plenty of Ledisi now. Ledisi will be performing at the broadcast of the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on Dec. 15, where she will be sharing the spotlight with Samara Joy and Dionne Warwick. Ledisi also released a new single, so fans who attend next year’s tour will hear new material along with Ledisi’s many hits. Her new single is titled “Sell Me No Dreams.” The track is classic Ledisi. It fuses Ledisi’s soulful and honest vocals with lyrical content that is aimed squarely at people who want truthfulness, transparency and commitment in a relationship. “Sell Me No Dreams” is a track where Ledisi combines her classic soul vocal stylings and timeless message with right now production techniques. The result is a song that has widespread appeal. The message of a woman who lets her man know that she’s done listening to empty promises is one that the singer is uniquely positioned to deliver. Listen to “Sell Me No Dreams” below.

Busta Rhymes is coming to a city near you next year. On Tuesday (Nov. 28), the rapper announced his Blockbusta North American Tour, which will see him making stops across the United States and Canada starting in March.

The trek — to support Rhymes’ album of the same name released on Nov. 24 — will begin on March 13 at The Masonic in San Francisco. The Blockbusta Tour will also make stops in Phoenix, Denver, Houston, Atlanta, Boston, Philadelphia and more before concluding with a hometown show at the Brooklyn Paramount in the New York City burough on April 21. A special guest who has not yet been announced will be joining the “I Know What You Want” rapper on tour for select cities.

Presale tickets are available now to Citi cardholders through Thursday, Nov. 30, at 10 p.m. local time. Additional presales will run through the rest of the week until the tickets hit general onsale on Friday, Dec. 1, at 10 a.m. local time at LiveNation.com.

See the full list of tour dates below.

• 3/13 — San Francisco, Calif. —The Masonic
• 3/15 — Los Angeles, Calif. — Hollywood Palladium
• 3/16 — Anaheim, Calif. — House of Blues
• 3/17 — San Diego, Calif. — SOMA
• 3/19 — Las Vegas, Nev. — House of Blues
• 3/20 — Phoenix, Ariz. — The Van Buren
• 3/22 — Denver, Colo. — Fillmore Auditorium
• 3/24 — Dallas, Texas — South Side Ballroom
• 3/26 — Austin, Texas — Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater
• 3/28 — Houston, Texas — 713 Music Hall
• 3/30 — Atlanta, Ga. — Coca Cola Roxy
• 4/1 — Orlando, Fla. — House of Blues
• 4/2 — Miami Beach, Fla. — Fillmore Miami Beach At Jackie Gleason Theatre
• 4/4 — Raleigh, N.C. — The Ritz
• 4/5 — Charlotte, N.C. — The Fillmore Charlotte
• 4/7 — Philadelphia, Penn. — The Fillmore Philadelphia
• 4/8 — Silver Spring, Md. — The Fillmore Silver Spring
• 4/9 — Boston, Mass. — House of Blues
• 4/11 — Detroit, Mich. — The Fillmore Detroit
• 4/12 — Toronto, ON — HISTORY
• 4/14 — Chicago, Ill. — Radius Chicago
• 4/17 — Nashville, Tenn. — Marathon Music Works
• 4/18 — Cincinnati, Ohio — Andrew Bradley Music Center
• 4/21 — Brooklyn, N.Y. — Brooklyn Paramount