Women Of Gospel: Mahalia Jackson

In honor of Women’s History Month, the ladies of Praise 102.5 pay tribute to the trailblazing women who have helped shape Gospel music. First off, Veda Howard pays tribute to the legendary Mahalia Jackson. Born on October 26, 1911, Jackson is widely regarded as one of […]

Nelly Defends Inauguration Performance Amid Backlash

When rapper Nelly steps onto the stage at Donald Trump’s Liberty Ball on Inauguration Day, his performance will be shadowed by heated debates over the intersection of art and politics. The St. Louis native’s decision to perform has drawn sharp criticism online, where fans and […]

Quincy Jones, Pioneering Force in American Music and Culture, Dies at 91

LOS ANGELES — Quincy Jones, whose sweeping influence in music spanned jazz, pop, film, and television, has died at 91. Known for his genre-defining collaborations with Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, and countless others, Jones was a singular force in American entertainment. His publicist, Arnold Robinson, […]

Bow Wow Reflects on Diddy’s Legacy Amid Legal Controversies

In a candid interview with Rocsi Diaz on her “More to the Story” podcast, Shad Moss, better known as Bow Wow, shared his thoughts on the shifting landscape of hip-hop and the impact of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal troubles on the industry. Moss, who has […]