Playlists
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Ray J
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Ray J has been hard at work turning his business venture Raycon into a global enterprise. He's balancing his duties as a singer-songwriter, producer, actor and electronics mogul -- but his number one job is as a dad and husband. He and Princess Love Norwood are striving toward finding the right work-life balance as both entrepreneurs expand their ever-growing empires.
Teairra Mari
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The one-time "Princess of the Roc," Teairra Marí Thomas released her first album at the age of 16 and has been grinding in Hollywood as an actress and singer-songwriter ever since. In recent years, her entertainment career has taken a backseat to alcohol-fueled personal problems, but now, Teairra Mari is back. After a successful stint in rehab, she returns to "Love & Hip Hop" with new music, a new boyfriend and a new outlook on life, but nothing is what it seems, and a high-profile crisis looks to be the ultimate test of her newfound resolve.
Moniece Slaughter
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For the first time in a long time, Moniece Slaughter is truly happy and living her best life. After years of self-examination, the singer-songwriter is doing all she can to stay away from the Hollywood drama. She's focusing on the rebirth of her music career -- but old habits die hard, and the temptation to lash out at her rivals may prove too much to resist.
Apryl Jones
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The triple threat has appeared in a few movies and is looking to expand into the wine business. Apryl Jones also cohosted "Hollywood Unlocked" alongside Jason Lee and DJ Damage. The mother of two created headlines as she made her return to music, dropping a few diss tracks along the way. Her already rocky coparenting relationship with Omarion was not helped by her recent friendship with her ex's B2K bandmate Fizz.
Omarion
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Omarion is a Grammy Award-nominated, platinum-selling R&B star. A former member of the massively popular boy band B2K, the group headlined three popular Scream Tours and appeared in the hit film "You Got Served" before breaking up in the midst of scandal and turmoil. They later reunited on the successful Millennium Tour. As a solo artist, Omarion's career rose to new heights with the success of his single "Post to Be." Omarion shares two kids with his ex, Apryl Jones.
Soulja Boy
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Soulja Boy (born DeAndre Way) is a Grammy-nominated and BET Award-winning artist, and a seasoned businessman, wielding all the hitmaking requirements: live entertainer, recording artist, music producer and entrepreneur. Throughout his career, Soulja Boy has been a pioneer in music by being one of the first to use the internet to garner and maintain a strong fan base, creating history in the music industry and innovating the way media is experienced.
Nia Riley
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Daughter of Grammy Award-winning producer, singer-songwriter and musician Teddy Riley, Nia Riley was born into Hollywood hip-hop royalty and has found her own niche as a model and social media influencer. After years of on-again, off-again drama with rapper Soulja Boy, Nia is single and ready to have fun in L.A.'s glamorous dating scene. Nia took a break from modeling after giving birth to her daughter, Kamryn, but is now seeking to return to magazine covers while balancing motherhood and love.
Princess Love Norwood
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Princess Love Norwood has been loving her role as mommy to Melody and Epik. The wife and entrepreneur is also hard at work ensuring the success of her clothing line, Princess Love, while adding to her empire through her cosmetics line, Prella. With multiple ventures and competing schedules between Princess and her multihyphenate husband, the Norwoods are continuously working to find the right balance.
Nikki "Miss Nicky Baby" Mudarris
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A native of Los Angeles, Nicole "Miss Nikki Baby" Mudarris learned the art of being a boss while working for the family business, a chain of burlesque clubs. Now, Nikki is handling her own business by launching her own brand of lingerie, Nude by Nikki. A loyal friend, Nikki can often be found guiding her bestie, Teairra Marí Thomas, through her latest drama.
Rich Dollaz
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Rich Dollaz, CEO and Founder of Dollaz Unlimited, entered the music industry as an ambitious and hungry intern, then became one of the most sought-after radio promotion gurus to now managing the hottest R&B and hip hop artists on radio to date. In addition to expanding his empire to include his liquor, 79 Gold, Rich started a foundation for battered women and children in Tennessee called Miracles House of Restoration.
Max Boyd a.k.a. Max Lux
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Max Boyd a.k.a. Max Lux is a songwriter and rapper based in Los Angeles. He began his career ghostwriting for a string of major artists and has written songs for artists such as Stevie Wonder, DeVante Swing, T-Pain, Flo Rida, T.I., Trey Songz, Ray J, Lil' Kim, Diggy Simmons, and many more. His passion for creating great music is his fuel to keep going and keep pumping out hit after hit, including his single "Romeo Must Die." Max is known to be a top-tier writer in the L.A. underground scene and is considered to be an industry tastemaker. He is now set to take on the rap world and truly is a force to be reckoned with.
Brandi Boyd
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Rapper, actress and host, Brandi Boyd is an entertainment industry mover and shaker. The goddaughter of the late great superstar Whitney Houston, Brandi started out at the Lula Washington Dance School and was soon appearing in national commercials and films, and on TV shows, most notably, "For the Love of Ray J," as cohost/advisor. A budding entrepreneur, Brandi launched the Luv Indian Hair line and her own clothing line called SMAC, a brand that empowers all people. In addition, Brandi started a nonprofit called We Are Immune in support of her sister, an MS survivor. Brandi has no intentions of stopping now. Her rap duo, Queenz, is making big moves and gaining respect from industry greats. She is a force to be reckoned with and is definitely here to stay.
Willie Taylor
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Willie Taylor is a singer, songwriter, producer, actor, author and CEO of Noivak Music Group. Catapulted into the spotlight after starring on Sean Love Combs's hit MTV show "Making the Band 4," Willie achieved national success with R&B group Day26. In 2009, the singer appealed to the lovers when he released his mixtape "Sextape" on his Noivak Music label. Adding to his list of accomplishments, Willie has worked with numerous artists including Sean Love Combs, Rick Ross, Babyface, Tank, Jeremih, and the list goes on and on. In addition to his musical talents, Willie is no stranger to the stage or screen, having starred in several stage plays and films. Willie received hometown recognition in 2008 when the Chicago suburb where he was raised named a street in his honor (Willie Taylor Ave).
Shanda Denyce Taylor
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Shanda Denyce Taylor was born and raised in the Chicago area and is one of seven children. Inspired by her father, who was a drummer, producer and writer, Shanda set out to become an artist and performer. Shanda met her husband, Willie Taylor, formerly of Day26, at the age of 16 when he worked with her R&B/pop girl group, X'clusive. Putting her career on hold while she raised their two children, Shanda later joined another girl group alongside Apryl Jones. The group didn't work out, but Shanda gained a great friend in the process. After relocating to L.A. with her family, Shanda is focused on making her mark in the entertainment industry.
Miles Brock a.k.a. Siir Brock
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Miles Brock a.k.a. Siir Brock is a rapper/songwriter born and raised in the heart of L.A. A former member of West Coast R&B sensation Marz Boiz, Miles has also featured in several films, including "The Broom Wedding" and "It's Christmas." Even though Miles holds degrees in both Math and Sciences and Social and Behavioral Sciences -- and has started on a medical degree -- his passion for music has always been his number one priority. Miles has worked with several artists and producers including Tone Bone, Dope, Ashad and fellow castmates Max Lux and Amber Laura a.k.a. Fabb Abb.
Milan Christopher
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Born on the South Side of Chicago, Milan Christopher moved to Los Angeles in the summer of 2008 to pursue a rapping and producing career. He quickly found his niche in the entertainment industry, appearing on several TV shows and commercials. It wasn't until Milan worked with Beyoncé that he realized he wanted to focus on his solo rap career, finding success with his breakout single "Burning Up." Milan still writes and produces music for himself and other artists, and has since expanded his brand to modeling, a teeth whitening facility and his own underwear line.
Amber Laura Hunter a.k.a. Fabb Abb
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Amber Laura Hunter a.k.a. Fabb Abb is a singer, rapper and songwriter. She is a former member of the hip-hop duo LisaRio. After departing the group, Amber went on to pursue a career in modeling; however, she couldn't deny her passion for music. Diving headfirst into the rap game as a solo artist, the Los Angeles native released her first EP in 2015.