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Jennifer Hudson to perform national anthem at FIFA World Cup closing ceremony

Tuesday, July 14 by ABC News

Jennifer Hudson will help close out the 2026 World Cup Finals, performing Sunday during the closing ceremony at MetLife Stadium.She has been tapped to sing a "special rendition" of "The Star-Spangled Banner," helping "set the stage for football's biggest match and the most anticipated... Read More.

Remy Ma releases ‘Put Em On’ music video

Tuesday, July 14 by ABC News

Remy Ma has dropped the music video for "Put Em On."The visual opens with Remy Ma waking up in a mansion before getting ready for a house party with her girlfriends. Dressed in matching orange silk robes, the group has... Read More.

Issa Rae announces tour celebrating 10th anniversary of ‘Insecure’

Tuesday, July 14 by ABC News

Issa Rae is reuniting with members of the Insecure cast to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the HBO series.Insecure, which ran for five seasons from 2016 to 2021, follows Issa Dee (Issa Rae) and Molly Carter (Yvonne Orji), "two modern-day Black women and all... Read More.

Kehlani reveals she underwent surgery ahead of upcoming tour

Tuesday, July 14 by ABC News

Kehlani is taking a brief break from preparing for her upcoming tour after undergoing surgery to address a sinus issue.She shared a post from her Instagram burner account, @sidequestshawtyyy, to her public Instagram Story, explaining the... Read More.

NY Mayor Zohran Mamdani says ‘The Blueprint’ is his favorite Jay-Z album, weighs in on concert delays

Tuesday, July 14 by ABC News

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani might have missed the Jay-Z concerts at Yankee Stadium, but he understands what the performances meant to fans."I was not there this weekend, though I know that it was a moment that many New Yorkers are going to... Read More.

Eric Bellinger says watching Chris Brown perform his hits is ‘another level’

Tuesday, July 14 by ABC News

Eric Bellinger has come a long way over the past year. He recently joined the lineup for Chris Brown's R&B tour with Usher, but as a songwriter his connection to Chris goes back years: he helped write some of Chris' biggest hits, including 2013's... Read More.

Young Thug announces The New Generation Tour

Monday, July 13 by ABC News

Young Thug is introducing Young Stoner Life's newest signees on his newly announced The New Generation Tour. Marking his first headlining tour since 2019, the trek will feature Tezzus, Diamond*, 1300saint, Iyrus, Yume, Biggs and Unky. NAV will also join as a special guest... Read More.

E-40 performs as part of SeaWorld San Diego summer concert series

Monday, July 13 by ABC News

SeaWorld told E-40 when to go the park, and he did just that on Saturday. He performed at the San Diego park as part of its 2026 Summer Spectacular concert series.The rapper took the stage with performances of "My S*** Bang," "Choices (Yup)," "Sliding... Read More.

Chaos at Jay-Z concert put Yankee Stadium on lockdown

Monday, July 13 by ABC News

A Jay-Z concert at Yankee Stadium erupted in chaos Sunday night after large groups of people rushed the gates. The New York Police Department placed the venue on lockdown, which delayed the show for hours.The security breach occurred before the final concert of Jay-Z's... Read More.

Brandy speaks out against body-shaming, asks fans to be ‘gentler with one another’

Monday, July 13 by ABC News

Brandy is urging her fans to be "gentler with one another" after being a victim of body-shaming.Taking to Instagram Saturday, she posted a message suggesting that people may be looking for beauty in the wrong places.The post comes on the... Read More.

Urban AC

Jennifer Hudson to perform national anthem at FIFA World Cup closing ceremony

Remy Ma releases ‘Put Em On’ music video

Issa Rae announces tour celebrating 10th anniversary of ‘Insecure’

Kehlani reveals she underwent surgery ahead of upcoming tour

NY Mayor Zohran Mamdani says ‘The Blueprint’ is his favorite Jay-Z album, weighs in on concert delays

Eric Bellinger says watching Chris Brown perform his hits is ‘another level’

Young Thug announces The New Generation Tour

E-40 performs as part of SeaWorld San Diego summer concert series

Chaos at Jay-Z concert put Yankee Stadium on lockdown

Brandy speaks out against body-shaming, asks fans to be ‘gentler with one another’

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