Watch: The LA Complex Tariq & Kal Season 2 Episode 1

The second season of Canadian TV series The LA Complex returned to North American screens this week. So what was the aftermath following Tariq's beatdown at the hands of Kal? See for yourself after the jump:

Bad Bitch - Azealia Banks Brings Vogue Music To 2012

Those of you who are fans of pop culture know that since Azealia Banks' track 212 went viral, the Harlem native has won over fans in the fashion and music world the world over. Now signed to interscope records with a near deafening buzz in the industry, she dropped her mixtape Fantasea this week, which features a track called Fierce featuring Franklin Fuentes.

More on the track after the jump:

The LA Complex Returns ... In 2 Days!

The LA Complex is back in 2 days! The 6 episode series which saw the highs and lows of Music label intern Tariq (Benjamin Watson) and rapper Kaldrick King (Andra Fuller) was renewed for a second season back in May. 

This season ended on this note:

More info and the Season 2 trailer and an exclusive sneak peek into the aftermath of Kal's beat down on Tariq after the jump:

Watch: ADTV Raw personality Bryan Rasberry Talks Molestation & Sexuality

ADTV Raw personality Bryan Rasberry talks molestation and sexuality in an introspective interview with ADTV founder Derrick Briggs that  is sure to maintain your interest. Peep the interview after the jump:

Frank Ocean Addresses Sexuality

Critically acclaimed singer songwriter Frank Ocean addressed his sexuality via his album 'thank you' letter which he has made public via his tumblr page. So what did he have to say? Peep his heartfelt words after the jump:

Metrell Hurst Talks Being Discharged From The Military

ADTV personality Metrell Hurst sits down with Derrick Briggs for an in depth Q&A on his personal life as part of the ADTV 'Stories' feature. Peep the interview after the jump:

Watch: 3rd Grade Student Speech On Marriage Equality

A 3rd New York student made headlines after his school banned him from reading a marriage equality speech as part of a school recital. Watch his speech after the jump:

(Watch) Emmerdale: Aaron Livesy x Ed Roberts

#teamblud If you have been coming to the blog for a few years now, you'll know that I covered the Aaron and Jackson storyline from UK show Emmerdale. I stopped watching Emmerdale after this. Anyway, a couple of days ago I was youtubing the show to see what his character had been up to and I learned there was a brother maintaining his interest. Kudos for Emmerdale for a well written excellently acted storyline which I have playlisted for you all after the jump:

Watch - Brothers With No Game Episode 1

It looks like Black UK youth culture is finally getting the spotlight it deserves in the form of webseries Brothers With No Game. Episode 1 premiered today. Peep it after the jump:

LOL Of The Day - Big Brother Africa Smackdown

Today's LOL of the day day comes courtesy of Big Brother Africa and the slap that one of the female contestant's received after trying to hype up and disrespect an older male. He was made to leave the show shortly after. Peep the hilarity after the jump:

Listen: Sissy Rich: Marilyn Monroe

Florida Rapper Sissy Rich dropped a new freestyle recently entitled Marilyn Monroe. Take a listen after the jump:

Man Of The Week: Jacob Payne

The title of Man Of The Week goes to professional football player Jacob Payne, who recently got hitched to reality Tv's Natalie Nunn. Two words; on point! More Pics after the jump:

Watch: Ex NFL Player Wade Davis Talks Being Gay

Former NFL player Wade Davis sat down with Outsports, to talk about his decision to come out after retiring as a professional athlete, how the experience was like pulling off a scab that covered his entire body and his current work for the LBGTQ non profit sector and the Obama administration. Peep the interview after the jump:

So The Journey

#TeamBlud what's good? I've been gone for a minute but I am back. Life wise I've passed my driving test, finished college (Graduated With Honours) and after a series of knock backs got a salary paid position at a corporate. After all you only have one life so whilst you are here, promise me you won't be aimless with it?

-TJ

Beenie Man Talks Homosexuality

The profile of dance hall artist Beenie Man has taken a media battering in recent years for homophobic lyrics on past albums. Such a battering has meant he has become blacklisted from performing at major festivals - impacting on his earnings. So much so that he has gone on record to discuss his views on homosexuality. What did he have to say? Peep his video response after the jump: