Common

For over a decade, John Legend and Common have made some beautiful music together, especially on Common's classic album, Be. Now, the former G.O.O.D. Music pair team up for a new track entitled "Glory," which will be featured in the upcoming Martin Luther King film Selma...

On just the second date of his Nobody's Smiling tour, Common was already bringing out surprise guests. On Nov. 24 at Los Angeles' famous House Of Blues, the Chicago rapper was joined on stage by Seal. The surprise appearance came during a rendition of Com's J Dilla-produced hit "The Light...

Jeff Staple, owner and founder of Staple Design, Reed Space and Staple Design Studio, has become one of the most influential figures in the world of streetwear and design. His most recent venture with PacSun and his boutique in the Lower East Side of New York City, Reed Space, will be taking over malls across the country brining that unique shopping experience as well as a taste of New York City f

Swedish born singer Snoh Aalegra releases her new video "Bad Things" featuring rap vet Common. Today (Nov. 18), the singer released her EP There Will Be Sunshine, which was entirely produced by the legendary No I.D. You can purchase the EP on iTunes or you can stream it here as well. Relat...

Never one to shy away from using his skills for a positive cause, Common has linked up with the HOME project - aimed at raising awareness about climate change. Using music to get the word out, Home has commissioned Com along with Malik Yusef, Kumasi, Aaron Fresh, Choklate and Laci Kay for the track, "Trouble In The Water...

Veterans Day is an important time to remember and pay thanks to all of the service men and women who have either served, or currently serve in the armed forces. Common paid his respect with "This War We Fight," a poem he recited at The White House during this year's Veterans Day celebration ...

Common made his way to The Queen Latifah Show, yesterday. After reminiscing with the Queen about their movie roles in the film Just Wright and talking up his latest album, Nobody's Smiling, Comm hit the stage to perform the NS track "Rewind That...

Common has always had a love for the basketball and has been involved with the game throughout his career. The Chicago MC has played in numerous celebrity basketball games, played a basketball player in the movie Just Wright, and, most recently, teamed up with the NBA for its "Roll Call" ad campaign. Whi ...

Talk about making major moves. In the past, Common tackled numerous acting roles ranging from American Gangster to Just Wright. Now, the Chi-town rapper will get his Wayne Brady on and become a host on the small screen. According to Indiewire, Common will be hosting the first ever furniture design competition show on Spike TV. The s...

No I.D. has been behind some of Def Jam's most successful releases this year, including Logic's Under Pressure, and Common's No Smiling, and the producer has been rewarded for his work. According to a Billboard report, No I.D. has been promoted to Head ...

Want to know what went down today on Instagram? XXL’s got it for you. Scroll down! Happy bday to the atl legend MS. @monicabrown have fun MsLady!!! Many more !! A photo posted by Young Thug (@thuggerthugger1) on Oct 10, 2014 at 12:54pm PDT @partyomo NYC. Congrats ... Read More ...

MC Lyte and Common have a new track called "Dear John." The anthem is made for #EducateOURMen, which is a scholarship initiative for MC Lyte's Hip-Hop Sisters Foundation. Here's more info: ... "Hip-Hop Sisters Foundation presented two $100,000 university scholarships during the Soul Train Music Awards Red Carpet Pre-Show each year since the organization's founding...