With over nine years experience in the publishing and entertainment industry, Georgette Cline, a graduate of New York University, has written for the pages of VIBE, Complex, GIANT, TRACE, XXL, Black Beat, Right On! and Rap-Up magazines, as well as digital outlets such as AOL Music’s TheBoomBox.com, the Associated Press, Vibe.com and Rap-Up.com. From 2007 to 2009, Georgette held the Senior Editor role at renowned urban teen magazines Black Beat and Right On!. She was also a Senior Editor with Rap-Up magazine and Rap-Up.com -- a site featuring interviews and news coverage on pop culture’s brightest stars -- from 2006 to 2011. She moved on to the Deputy Editor role for AOL Music site TheBoomBox.com -- a destination for interviews and news centered around hip-hop and R&B. Georgette currently leads Townsquare Media's hip-hop and R&B site TheDrop.fm, where the focus is on providing readers with an entertaining and informative view of both genres through exclusive video and editorial content. Besides her work as an editor and writer, she was an Internet radio host with the “Rotten Apple Chicks,” an on-camera entertainment show featured weekly on AListRadio.net. In 2009, she launched a personal project called LuxLadies.com, a website dedicated to inspiring and prolific women. Georgette has also served as a music and pop culture expert on television, appearing on MTV News and The Insider speaking on artists like Beyonce, Chris Brown, Drake and Wale. Her editorial work can be read at georgettecline.com.
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See Drake’s ‘Nothing Was the Same’ Album Cover with Crazy Hairstyles
When Drake debuted his evolution from childhood to manhood in an illustration on the Kadir Nelson-designed cover of his third album, 'Nothing Was the Same,' one of the most noticeably detailed aspects of the image is the hairstyles.
R. Kelly Debuts Sexual, Sweet Track ‘Cookie’ [Song Premiere]
R. Kelly cuts to the chase on his new, sexually-charged track 'Cookie,' which will appear on his forthcoming album, 'Black Panties.' TheDrop.fm and The BoomBox have the exclusive first listen of the song.
Jay Z Talks Growth, Competitive Spirit and New York Connection in ‘The Truth’
Jay Z's name shows up on many rap fans' Top 5 Dead or Alive lists and for good reason. The Brooklyn native is an ever-evolving force, businessman and hip-hop storyteller. In a sit-down with Rap Radar's Elliott Wilson for 'The Truth' video series, Hov shares many thoughts on his growth, competitive spirit, New York connection and more.
Katy Perry Apologizes to Chief Keef for ‘Hate Bein’ Sober’ Snub
Chief Keef revealed he would release a Katy Perry diss track due to the pop star's disdain for his intoxicated anthem, 'Hate Bein' Sober,' but he may want to reconsider since she's issued an apology.
Paris Hilton Signs to Cash Money Records
Birdman has signed some new talent to his Cash Money roster and she fits the YMCMB mantra. Paris Hilton joins the lauded label, which will deliver her second album to the masses.
Kat Dahlia Brings the Heat With ‘Fireman’
After releasing 'Gangsta,' Kat Dahlia returns with 'Fireman,' a scorching new track produced by Cinematic.
Miguel and Fan Kiss and Make Up After Drop Kick at 2013 Billboard Music Awards
After attempting a long jump and kicking a fan during his Billboard Music Awards performance of 'Adorn' last night (May 19), Miguel attempted to do some good considering the situation.
Lil Wayne’s Mountain Dew Endorsement Severed by PepsiCo
Lil Wayne's own words have hurt him today. PepsiCo, the parent company of Mountain Dew, has severed ties with the popular rapper after he made a vulgar reference to civil rights icon Emmett Till in a remix to Future's song, 'Karate Chop.'
Eminem Tour Dates Revealed, New Album Arriving Soon
If money isn't a major issue, then hop on a flight to witness Eminem grace the stage overseas this summer. The lauded rapper is set to perform a handful of dates in countries like Belgium and France. Thanks to Aftermath, Slim Shady fans can plan ahead to see him rap through tracks like 'Guilty Conscience,' 'Stan' and 'Not Afraid' live.
Too $hort Arrested, Runs From Police
Haven't rappers learned anything from each other when it comes to the police? Countless times stories are reported about unfavorable run-ins between hip-hop and the law. Sometimes the cops are wrong, other times, the culprit is the artist. This time it's Too $hort.
French Montana’s Tour Bus Target of Drive-By Shooting in Philadelphia, One Person Dead
A good time turned into tragedy following a French Montana concert in Philadelphia when a drive-by shooting occurred outside of the rapper's tour bus.
Nicki Minaj Poses in Pasties for ‘Freaks’ Behind-the-Scenes Video
Nicki Minaj sure loves the skin she's in. The curvaceous rap queen shows off her assets in a behind-the-scenes video for 'Freaks,' her collaboration with French Montana.
Miguel Falls Off Stage In London [Video]
Oops, he did it again. Singer Miguel impressed a London audience with his vocal stylings yet also scared them simultaneously when he fell off the stage during his performance Thursday (Jan. 17).
Trinidad James Welcomes T.I., Young Jeezy and 2 Chainz on ‘All Gold Everything’ Remix
'All Gold Everything,' the song that has creeped its way into the new year after Trinidad James' debuted the track in 2012, is pretty inescapable. French Montana most recently crafted a remix to the track and now the effort gets the official southern touch by the likes of T.I., Young Jeezy and 2 Chainz.
Macklemore, Ryan Lewis’ ‘Thrift Shop’ Earns Platinum Sales
Rapper Macklemore and producer Ryan Lewis have earned what many artists strive to achieve during their career: platinum status.
Nicki Minaj Reveals Surprising Goal for 2013
Nicki Minaj glittered in gold while hosting New Year’s Eve at PURE at Caesars Palace Monday (Dec. 31). Dressed in a dazzling Herve Leger Iman Foil Bandage Dres, the rap star embraced 2013, and revealed some surprising plans in the coming months.
Kanye West Shows Major PDA to Kim Kardashian During New Year’s Eve Celebration
By the look of Kanye West's face Monday night (Dec. 31), he's madly in love with the mother of his child, Kim Kardashian. The two demonstrated some serious PDA while welcoming 2013 together at 1OAK nightclub in Las Vegas.
Beyonce in Search of Dancers, Fans for Super Bowl XLVII Halftime Show
Beyonce scoring the halftime show at Super Bowl XLVII is a celebration in itself, but now seasoned dancers and fans of the superstar can share in the spotlight as she searches for a select few to join her on Feb. 3, 2013.
Lil Wayne’s ‘Tie My Hands’ Saves Soldier’s Life
Who knew Lil Wayne's rhymes would be saving lives? A soldier has come forward to share his personal story of how one particular song in the rapper's catalog helped him see another day.
Rihanna Scores a New Porsche From Her Roc Nation Family
All she sees is dollar signs! Rihanna received a pricey present last night, gifted to her by her Roc Nation family.