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Dope album. I love how the beats keep changing.

The mask makes this a little weird.

Looking forward to this one. Hope it will be great.

He said the second album would drop in June, let's see if he keeps his word. I really hope so but I'm skeptical. The first album didn't do well, so maybe that discouraged him a bit.

I'm hoping it is the first single off the new album.

Victory is all about perseverance, storytelling, imagination and evolution. Slick Rick joins forces with Idris Elba for Victory — a visionary visual album set to be released through 7Wallace, in collaboration with Mass Appeal on June 13. Celebrating 26 years since The Ruler’s last album, Victory is a triumphant new chapter — a sonic and cinematic tour de force that redefines the boundaries of storytelling, legacy and the power of imagination. Executive produced by The Poet (Slick Rick) and The Visionary (Idris Elba), the project features powerful collaborations with Nas and Giggs, along with a special contribution from Estelle. At its heart lies a 30-minute immersive film, directed by Meji Alabi — the creative mind behind Beyoncé’s Black Is King, which brings Victory to life through bold imagery and narrative depth. For the aesthetic vision, Slick Rick collaborated with legendary photographer Jonathan Mannion and brand storytellers Equator Studios. The music was mixed by Young Guru, with the album artwork and rollout developed in partnership with British agency PAQ and Rick’s own Team Eye Patch. Victory will premiere at the inaugural SXSW London on June 7th followed by an In Conversation with Slick Rick, Idris Elba and film director, Meji Alabi. In New York, the film will premiere at the prestigious Tribeca Festival on June 13th followed by a Q&A with Slick Rick.

The sequel continues the legacy of the original film, capturing the drama, humor, and heart that unfold in the daily lives of stylists and their loyal clientele. Tatyana Ali shines as a young woman finding her voice and confidence, while Stacey Dash adds flair and attitude to the salon’s colorful ensemble. Bobby Brown surprises with a comedic twist, showing off his range in a role that blends charm and chaos.

All I see is “will smith is shooting a new music video” I wonder which song it’s for??!

Will Smith Music Video Faces IATSE Picket After Producers Refuse Union Recognition https://variety.com/2025/music/news/will-smith-iatse-picket-line-music-video-1236408320/

Will in Mexico https://www.instagram.com/willsmith/p/DJyWc08RyvS/

Nicee

I hope so but I doubt it.

This is being released, right? The verse is dope. https://www.instagram.com/p/DJkjWovyCBg/

Ya I really like this one!

This is dope!! https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJMz7I0vH8W/

Yes, Noriega as an interviewer is weak, but Will pulls it all off - his charisma and pitch are top notch. He tells a couple of stories that have never been heard before - very cool!

I just really hope he continues w the other 2 albums and continues to tour. I just need 1 damn show that is drivable from Toronto, ON

The first one of these dates that includes JJ! Love to see it.

JJFP at Capital’s Summertime Ball with Barclaycard 2025 Wembley Stadium, Sunday June 15th https://www.instagram.com/capitalofficial/p/DJBdhcOi5Yn/

No rapper (bar Em) is gonna have a massive chart hit in their 50s. Maybe is Jay-Z dropped something. It's just how it is. Honestly charting high now doesn't matter, and shouldn't matter to him. The tours on the other hand are selling well, that's the bread and butter now.

I can't say I'm sad to see this one go. It seemed kind of uneccessary.

'Planes, Trains & Automobiles' Remake Hits the Brakes, Says Writer https://movieweb.com/planes-trains-automobiles-remake-will-smith-kevin-hart-canceled/

Good idea

https://ew.com/fresh-prince-of-bel-air-producer-gave-will-smith-acting-tip-11719281 Fresh Prince producer shares acting tip he gave Will Smith: 'He hated this' The future Oscar winner was force-fed some old-school comedy, much to his chagrin. By Jordan Hoffman Published on April 22, 2025 07:00AM EDT Will Smith during his 'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' days.Credit: NBC/courtesy Everett Writer-producer Gary H. Miller says knew from his first day on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air that Will Smith was going to be a star, but that didn't mean he didn't give a few notes along the way. And one specific performance tic resulted in a homework assignment the future Oscar winner wasn't all that thrilled about. The former Fresh Prince showrunner appeared on a recent episode of Pod Meets World to discuss his storied career that goes all the way back to Laverne & Shirley, and includes Gimme a Break, 1st and Ten, A Different World, Reba, and, of course, Boy Meets World — hence the reason he was speaking with Danielle Fishel, Will Friedle, and Rider Strong on their popular podcast. "When I took over [The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air in season 4], he kinda had his own way all the time," Miller said of series star Smith. "And I said, 'Look, I'm not like that,' and I think he respected that. I told him things like, 'Look, you're telegraphing your joke because you don't have confidence in it. You're touching the actor in the scene with you right before the joke — it's a thing you do, a habit you do.'" Miller explained that Smith's movements meant "I know the joke is coming next." To help Smith develop his comedic chops, Miller "made him sit and watch — he hated this — the old Sgt. Bilko series, You'll Never Get Rich with Phil Silvers." Yes, the very hip rap star of the early 1990s was condemned to watch the very schticky, black-and-white series from the 1950s, which was later called The Phil Silvers Show, but Miller being so old school, he used the original name. Hardcore. "I said, watch this guy. Watch this guy drive an episode. No matter how flimsy the storyline is, it's like a moving train, and he takes everybody on the train with him, and you get to the end," recalled Miller. "I said, that's the kind of energy we need in 22 minutes. Because slow time in a 22-minute show is deadly." It is undeniably amusing to think of Will Smith — who would later dominate the box office in blockbusters like Independence Day and Men in Black, then appear in critically acclaimed movies like Ali and The Pursuit of Happyness before finally winning the Oscar for King Richard — having to watch old tapes of Phil Silvers because the boss told him to. Phil Silvers in his Sgt. Bilko uniform. An early inspo for Will Smith?. Courtesy Everett Incidentally, Silvers' famous shyster character Sgt. Bilko was later revived as a feature film starring Steve Martin in 1996. It was not particularly beloved by critics, and did not fare so well at the box office. Maybe by then Will Smith could have offered some tips. For more wild tales from Hollywood's trenches, check out Gary H. Miller's interview on the Pod Meets World podcast below.

Q&A: A 'new' Will Smith talks music, childhood and turning his search inward https://www.gmtoday.com/timeout/q-a-a-new-will-smith-talks-music-childhood-and-turning-his-search-inward/article_3ef04feb-0c79-4be5-9ecf-8cfdce451d3c.html