Daryl Nelson
School
Virginia Union University, Virginia State University, Medgar Evers College
Expertise
Hip-Hop Culture, Rock History, NBA
- Since childhood, Daryl has been obsessed with everything music, regardless of the genre, which continued into adulthood. Each day, he combs through the latest releases, while doing deep dives into the artists' background and music history.
- As an entertainment reporter and music journalist for over 20 years, Daryl had the privilege of interviewing some of the biggest names in music, including OutKast's Big Boi, and Grammy award winner India Arie.
- Daryl has been passionate about the NBA for almost his whole life, which led him to write about pro basketball as an adult. He also has a deep knowledge of Major League Baseball and the NFL.
Experience
Daryl's journalistic journey started over two decades ago, writing for sites like AllHipHop, The Boombox, and the International Business Times. He's also written for print publications like Reader's Digest and the Montgomery County Sentinel, where he ran the paper's entertainment section. Furthermore, he was the lead editor of the now-defunct New York City newspaper The Urban Post.
Education
Daryl studied English at Virginia Union University, Virginia State University, and Medgar Evers College.
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Stories By Daryl Nelson
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Kanye West has people talking about his "Donda" album release. Here's a timeline for the artist who's hardly ever debuted a record on time.
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Some stars regret their famous monikers, but changing them late in their careers is a hard choice to make. Here are the celebs who regret their stage names.
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Legendary rapper Biz Markie died in July 2021, so it's only necessary that we take a look back at some of the iconic hip-hop artist's most underrated moments.
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If there's anyone who knows how to deliver a memorable moment at an award show, it's Megan Thee Stallion.
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Many can agree that some wonderful TV shows debuted in the '90s, yet real life wasn't exactly cheery for these sitcom stars who were accused of terrible crimes.
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A handful of stars from beloved 1980s sitcoms have been accused of serious crimes.
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There are rappers who are critical of their work because they're ashamed of a past lyric image they've projected. Here's who.
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it's safe to say that most people probably haven't thought that a famous musician would kill someone, but it's happened more times than some may realize.
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Those who frequent music concerts may love all of the things that go on between songs, and sometimes, stars will even stop a show to kiss a fan.
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What happens when you're exhausted from the very profession that brought you riches and success? Here are the rappers who said they're tired of rapping.
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Marvin Gaye was shot and killed by his father one day before his 45th birthday on April 1, 1984. This is what the music icon's final year was really like.
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For one reason or another, many American Idol finalists have found work outside of the entertainment industry. Some of the gigs are more ordinary than others.
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Jack Harlow has amassed an impressive following, and apparently, an impressive shoe collection. Amidst recent controversy, here is the rapper's net worth.
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Some celebs said they opened up about their battle with sobriety either for their fans, or their personal lives. Here are the stars who admitted to relapsing.
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Without a doubt, Lil Baby is one of the most popular rappers right now, scoring numerous hits and features, all of which have given him an impressive net worth.
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Reality television has seen its fair share of wardrobe malfunctions, some more disastrous than others.
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The music business and rap industry are known to cause a lot of heartbreak, so we've compiled the most brutal hip-hop couple breakups ever. Read on for more.
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Actors sometimes wow audiences for how they relay particular lines, but that doesn't mean they're always planned. These actors improvised their best scenes.
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Some actors have put their foot down and refused to shoot a movie scene (or even an entire storyline!) for a wide variety of reasons.
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Stories of celeb hookups with groupies aren't anything new, but in the age of social media, viral posts led to these stars being caught in groupie scandals.
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Some pro athletes' careers have been cut short after being accused of committing a heinous crime. Which former sports stars are doing time in prison now?
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Wendy Williams has achieved the kind of success most people only dream of, yet her troubled relationship with her ex Kevin Hunter is filled with hardship.
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Soulja Boy has a significant net worth garnered from his diversification of his assets, including entering into the relatively new world of NFTs.
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While celebs are known to convey messages with the public in a bold fashion, others choose to send theirs secretly -- and some have even done so on live TV.
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Some bands have been able to overcome their petty differences. For other bands? It's a different story. Let's get into some reasons why music groups split.
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These real-life stories of strange crimes committed against celebs are more interesting than anything you've ever seen them get into on the big screen.
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Publicity stunts don't always work out well for celebs, but some stars have managed to shock, intrigue, and even please fans with their performance antics.