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The Recording Academy Honors celebrates Pharrell, Brandy and Kirk Franklin

Friday, January 30 by ABC News

The Black Music Collective's Recording Academy Honors took place in Los Angeles Thursday, celebrating Pharrell, Brandy and Kirk Franklin.Pharrell received the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award following a speech by Tyler, The Creator, who called him his "North Star" and... Read More.

1D Double: Harry Styles scores #1 single, Louis Tomlinson #1 album in the UK

Friday, January 30 by ABC News

The U.K. still loves One Direction: Two former members have topped the charts in their native country.Harry Styles has scored his third solo #1 hit wit "Aperture" on the U.K.'s Official Singles Chart, while Louis Tomlinson's How Did I Get... Read More.

Nashville notes: $10 Opry tickets + Frankie Ballard’s ‘Money Runs Out’

Friday, January 30 by ABC News

The Grand Ole Opry is offering Tennessee residents $10 tickets for Friday and Saturday night's shows as Nashville continues to deal with winter weather. You can check out the title track of Ella Langley's Dandelion album now, ahead of its release April 10, in... Read More.

Sombr tops ‘Billboard’ Pop Airplay chart, playfully threatens Alex Warren

Friday, January 30 by ABC News

Sombr is celebrating a chart milestone as he heads into the Grammy Awards, where he's competing for best new artist.His song "Back to Friends" has topped the Billboard Pop Airplay chart, giving him his first #1 on that tally.... Read More.

Cardi B to perform at Michael Rubin’s Fanatics Super Bowl party

Friday, January 30 by ABC News

Cardi B announced she's headed to the Super Bowl after boyfriend Stefon Diggs and the New England Patriots secured a spot in the big game against the Seattle Seahawks on Feb. 8. But before the showdown, according to Read More.

Lenny Kravitz unveils intro to NBC’s ‘Sunday Night Basketball’

Friday, January 30 by ABC News

Lenny Kravitz has unveiled his intro to NBC's Sunday Night Basketball programming.The "Let Love Rule" singer debuted the clip on Instagram Friday. In it, he performs a reworked version of the Elvis Presley track "Little Less Conversation," with the lyrics... Read More.

‘Golden’ will get Oscar performance but others won’t; Diane Warren speaks out

Friday, January 30 by ABC News

The good news is that "Golden," the KPop Demon Hunters smash nominated for the best original song Oscar, will be performed at the Academy Awards telecast in March. The bad news is that it's one of only two nominated songs that will be performed... Read More.

Weekend Watchlist: What’s new in theaters, on streaming

Friday, January 30 by ABC News

Ready, set, binge! Here's a look at some of the new movies and TV shows coming to theaters and streaming services this weekend:NetflixBridgerton: The first part of season 4 of the romance series focuses on the second-eldest Bridgerton son, Benedict.... Read More.

Michael McDonald & Kenny Loggins to guest on new Charlie Puth album

Friday, January 30 by ABC News

The Dobbie Brothers' Michael McDonald and singer Kenny Loggins are set to appear on pop star Charlie Puth's upcoming album, Whatever's Clever.Charlie reveals in an Instagram video that he loves Yacht Rock, the term for smooth-sounding, jazz-inflected, highly polished soft... Read More.

Cream releases ‘White Room’ video from 2005 Royal Albert Hall reunion

Friday, January 30 by ABC News

Cream, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band made up of Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce, has released an official video of the 2005 Royal Albert Hall performance of their iconic track "White Room."The performance is featured... Read More.

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The Recording Academy Honors celebrates Pharrell, Brandy and Kirk Franklin

1D Double: Harry Styles scores #1 single, Louis Tomlinson #1 album in the UK

Nashville notes: $10 Opry tickets + Frankie Ballard’s ‘Money Runs Out’

Sombr tops ‘Billboard’ Pop Airplay chart, playfully threatens Alex Warren

Cardi B to perform at Michael Rubin’s Fanatics Super Bowl party

Lenny Kravitz unveils intro to NBC’s ‘Sunday Night Basketball’

‘Golden’ will get Oscar performance but others won’t; Diane Warren speaks out

Weekend Watchlist: What’s new in theaters, on streaming

Michael McDonald & Kenny Loggins to guest on new Charlie Puth album

Cream releases ‘White Room’ video from 2005 Royal Albert Hall reunion

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