Stereogum — Rihanna's Jay-Z-featuring #1 hit "Umbrella" was not originally written for Rihanna. Songwriters The-Dream and Tricky Stewart originally wrote the song with Britney Spears in mind, and when her camp passed on the song, they offered it to Mary J. Blige... more info

Stereogum — Artists like Cardi B, Randy Travis, Mary J. Blige, and the Dave Matthews Band have expressed support for the NO FAKES Act, a bill offering federal protection against unauthorized deepfakes of one’s name, image, likeness, or voice. Today, Martina... more info

Stereogum — Over the past four decades, the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame has seen its fair share of drama and music industry changes. There have been some eyebrow-raising nominees and many notable omissions. The 2024 class — which included Mary J. Blige, A Tr... more info

Antimusic Rock — Mary J. Blige releases her 15th studio album 'Gratitude' today. Blige also launches 'Here I Am' video more info

New York Post — Mary J. Blige's "Gratitude" and Gwen Stefani's "Bouquet" show that these divas are not ready to rest on their legendary laurels just yet. more info

Antimusic Rock — Mary J. Blige releases a brand new single 'You Ain't The Only One'. Blige will also drop a music video for the song Monday more info

Stereogum — This year’s Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame induction ceremony goes down next month in Cleveland, and it’s got some big-name honorees. This year’s induction class includes a Tribe Called Quest, Mary J. Blige, Ozzy Osbourne, Cher, the Dave Matthew... more info

Stereogum — Sit down, be humble, and watch Kendrick Lamar during the Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show. The rapper has been confirmed as 2025’s headliner, having last appeared alongside Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, and Mary J. Blige back in 2022. He announced th... more info

New York Post — Queen of Hip-Hop Soul Mary J. Blige reveals the real love for soft rock that helped lead her to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2024. more info

New York Post — With the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul newly crowned as a 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Mary J. Blige's Strength of a Woman Festival & Summit takes over New York City on Mother’s Day weekend. more info