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Blxst says ‘Labor of Love’ album is ‘coming from a real place’

Monday, June 15 by ABC News

Blxst is out with a new album, Labor of Love, the first he's ever produced entirely on his own. Speaking to Essence, he explains that he made the decision to take on production after feeling like he was losing touch... Read More.

Alicia Keys closes 2026 Tribeca Festival: ‘I’m really just getting started’

Monday, June 15 by ABC News

Alicia Keys had the honor of closing New York's Tribeca Festival Saturday night with the premiere of her new documentary Alicia Keys: Girl From Hell's Kitchen. The film is both an examination of her life and career, and a look at how she put... Read More.

Babyface to headline Whitney E. Houston Legacy Foundation’s 5th annual gala

Friday, June 12 by ABC News

Babyface is paying tribute to his former collaborator Whitney Houston at a gala celebrating her life and legacy. He's been tapped as the headlining performer for The Whitney E. Houston Legacy Foundation's Legacy of Love Gala in Atlanta. The event,... Read More.

New Music Friday: The-Dream, Blxst, Ludacris and more

Friday, June 12 by ABC News

Toosii looks back in the new song "Yesterday," reflecting "on distance, longing, and the desire to reconnect with someone who continues to occupy his thoughts," according to a press release. The song, produced by Ant Chamberlain and Bino Beats, is... Read More.

Nipsey Hussle and Bino Rideaux’s ‘PROLIFIC’ to arrive ahead of Nipsey’s birthday

Friday, June 12 by ABC News

PROLIFIC, a collaborative album between Nipsey Hussle and Bino Rideaux, now has a release date. It's set to arrive on Aug. 14, a day before what would've been Hussle's 41st birthday."We're proud to present PROLIFIC, the collaborative project Nipsey created with Bino and brought... Read More.

Jimmy Jam shares thoughts on Michael Jackson’s ‘Billboard’ resurgence: ‘Great music has no expiration date’

Friday, June 12 by ABC News

Michael Jackson's music has seen a resurgence thanks to renewed interest generated by the Michael biopic, and Jimmy Jam is thrilled about it. Speaking to ABC Audio on the red carpet of the Songwriters Hall of Fame induction ceremony, he shared his excitement about... Read More.

Mekai Curtis says he’s ‘extremely blessed’ to have spent five seasons on ‘Raising Kanan’

Friday, June 12 by ABC News

Power Book III: Raising Kanan begins its countdown to the end on Friday, when the first episode of its fifth and final season premieres on Starz. For Mekai Curtis, the final season marks the culmination of his journey bringing his title character, Kanan Stark,... Read More.

Music Notes: Rick Ross, Young Thug and more

Thursday, June 11 by ABC News

Rick Ross has pushed back the release date for his upcoming album, Set in Stone. It was initially scheduled to arrive on Friday, but fans noticed streaming services have changed the date to July 17. Ross... Read More.

Alicia Keys to help close Tribeca Festival’s 25th anniversary celebration

Thursday, June 11 by ABC News

The 25th annual Tribeca Festival is set to come to a close over the weekend, beginning with the world premiere of Alicia Keys: Girl From Hell's Kitchen. According to the festival's website, the documentary is about her journey to global... Read More.

E-40 tapped for headlining set at upcoming Standford vs. University of Miami football game

Thursday, June 11 by ABC News

E-40 has been tapped to deliver a headlining set at Stanford University this summer, when the football team plays against the University of Miami.The performance inside Stanford Stadium will celebrate Bay Area culture while serving as the 20-year celebration of his My Ghetto Report... Read More.

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Blxst says ‘Labor of Love’ album is ‘coming from a real place’

Alicia Keys closes 2026 Tribeca Festival: ‘I’m really just getting started’

Babyface to headline Whitney E. Houston Legacy Foundation’s 5th annual gala

New Music Friday: The-Dream, Blxst, Ludacris and more

Nipsey Hussle and Bino Rideaux’s ‘PROLIFIC’ to arrive ahead of Nipsey’s birthday

Jimmy Jam shares thoughts on Michael Jackson’s ‘Billboard’ resurgence: ‘Great music has no expiration date’

Mekai Curtis says he’s ‘extremely blessed’ to have spent five seasons on ‘Raising Kanan’

Music Notes: Rick Ross, Young Thug and more

Alicia Keys to help close Tribeca Festival’s 25th anniversary celebration

E-40 tapped for headlining set at upcoming Standford vs. University of Miami football game

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