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Ye to perform at LA’s SoFi Stadium

Monday, March 9 by ABC News

Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, has added LA's SoFi Stadium to his list of shows for 2026. The show is scheduled for April 3. Tickets go on sale via an artist presale Tuesday at 10 a.m. PT, followed by... Read More.

Lil Poppa laid to rest

Monday, March 9 by ABC News

A funeral service for Lil Poppa was held Saturday at Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church in Jacksonville, Florida, where he was laid to rest in a gold casket, according to XXL. During the service, his manager addressed fans' social media comments... Read More.

Brandy & Monica, Kehlani, Latto, Patti LaBelle, Cardi B announced as 2026 ‘Essence’ Fest performers

Monday, March 9 by ABC News

Essence continues to celebrate Women's History Month with the unveiling of its 2026 festival lineup, and it's starting with the ladies first. According to a post on Instagram, the first performers announced for the annual event are Brandy & Monica,... Read More.

Suspect identified in shooting at Rihanna’s Los Angeles home

Monday, March 9 by ABC News

A suspect has been identified in the shooting at Rihanna's home in Los Angeles on Sunday.Ivanna Lisette Ortiz, 35, was arrested Sunday afternoon and booked early Monday morning on attempted murder in connection with the incident, ABC News has learned.Bail was set at $10,225,000.Rihanna's... Read More.

Jill Scott announces ‘To Whom This May Concern’ world tour

Monday, March 9 by ABC News

Jill Scott is ready to take her new album, To Whom This May Concern, on the road. The singer has announced her accompanying world tour, which will see her perform 36 dates across the globe. Jill will kick things off in the U.S. with... Read More.

ICYMI: Kehlani, A$AP Rocky and Jeremih

Monday, March 9 by ABC News

Kehlani has been tapped to headline the Super Saturday Concert at the 2026 NCAA Women's Final Four. The free concert takes place April 4 in Hance Park, Arizona, in celebration of March Madness and the Women's Final Four tournament. "Headlining the Super Saturday Concert... Read More.

Jill Scott says response to ‘To Whom This May Concern’ ’gives me the greatest joy’

Monday, March 9 by ABC News

It's been almost a month since Jill Scott released her first album in a decade, To Whom This May Concern, and she's happy with the reception thus far."When you are working on something so diligently and with so much love, it's scary to lend... Read More.

Eve releases 25th anniversary edition of ‘Scorpion,’ looks back on ‘Let Me Blow Ya Mind’

Friday, March 6 by ABC News

Eve released her sophomore album, Scorpion, 25 years ago. In honor of the milestone, she's released a 25th anniversary limited-edition vinyl.The two-LP red-and-black vinyl is now available for purchase and includes an insert signed by Eve. Eve also posted a photo of herself Read More.

New Music Friday: Ty Dolla $ign, Mike WiLL Made-It and more

Friday, March 6 by ABC News

Juice WRLD and Marshmello's "We Don't Get Along" has arrived with a new music video. The song's about pushing through the pain, while the claymation video captures Juice's transformation into a head in the clouds that... Read More.

Snoop Dogg teams with Rap Snacks, welcomes Team USA to 2026 Paralympics Winter Games

Friday, March 6 by ABC News

Snoop Dogg has found another way to represent Black culture. In his latest venture, he teams with Do The Right Thing Snacks for a new version of Rap Snacks, the Snoop Box Kettle Chips."I joined Rap Snacks because it represents culture, ownership and community.... Read More.

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Ye to perform at LA’s SoFi Stadium

Lil Poppa laid to rest

Brandy & Monica, Kehlani, Latto, Patti LaBelle, Cardi B announced as 2026 ‘Essence’ Fest performers

Suspect identified in shooting at Rihanna’s Los Angeles home

Jill Scott announces ‘To Whom This May Concern’ world tour

ICYMI: Kehlani, A$AP Rocky and Jeremih

Jill Scott says response to ‘To Whom This May Concern’ ’gives me the greatest joy’

Eve releases 25th anniversary edition of ‘Scorpion,’ looks back on ‘Let Me Blow Ya Mind’

New Music Friday: Ty Dolla $ign, Mike WiLL Made-It and more

Snoop Dogg teams with Rap Snacks, welcomes Team USA to 2026 Paralympics Winter Games

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