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Akon says he and Ne-Yo wanted to ‘throw the biggest party everybody’s ever seen’ with Nights Like This tour

Wednesday, June 17 by ABC News

Akon and Ne-Yo have been on the road together as part of their Nights Like This tour, a collaboration Akon says has been a long time coming."Me and Ne-Yo go back 20 years," he tells ABC Audio. "We always wanted to do something together... Read More.

Teyana Taylor clarifies she was not prevented from celebrating with Knicks following championship victory

Tuesday, June 16 by ABC News

Teyana Taylor wants to set the record straight: She says she was not prevented from joining the New York Knicks on the court following the team's championship win.A video of the moment surfed online with the caption, "They wasn't tryna... Read More.

Grammys add 5 new categories, including best R&B collaboration or duo/group performance

Tuesday, June 16 by ABC News

The 2027 Grammy Awards will feature five new categories, including best R&B collaboration or duo/group performance. The new category will recognize artistic excellence in contemporary R&B performances from duos, groups or collaborations between solo artists and other performers.The addition also comes with a related... Read More.

Eve takes center stage for ‘Tiny Desk”s BET tribute during Black Music Month

Tuesday, June 16 by ABC News

NPR's Tiny Desk has been paying tribute to Black music and BET's legacy throughout Black Music Month, and now it's Eve's turn to rock the mic.The rapper treated the intimate crowd to a medley of her hits, including "Satisfaction," "What Ya Want," "Gotta Man,"... Read More.

Wu-Tang Clan helps celebrate Knicks win with ‘Tonight Show’ performance

Tuesday, June 16 by ABC News

The Wu-Tang Clan and New York Knicks shared the spotlight once again, this time on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.While the entire group wasn't on hand for the Tonight Show performance, members RZA, Ghostface Killah, Method Man, Raekwon, Cappadonna and Young Dirty Bastard... Read More.

Vince Staples announces Cry Baby tour

Tuesday, June 16 by ABC News

Vince Staples is taking his Cry Baby album out on the road. He is set to play shows across the United States as part of his newly announced Cry Baby tour.The trek will kick off Oct. 19 at Tabernacle in... Read More.

Future announces new album, ‘The Real Me’

Tuesday, June 16 by ABC News

Fresh off his FIFA World Cup performance with Tyla, Future has announced that a new album is on the way. Taking to his Instagram Story on Monday, he posted a graphic featuring the words "Future The Real Me" in black against a red background.... Read More.

K Camp on new album: ‘I feel like I’m a giant’

Tuesday, June 16 by ABC News

K Camp has a new album out titled Giant. Speaking to ABC Audio, he says the title reflects how he sees himself and the legacy he's building."What I stand for, the culture, my impact in the culture. How I carry myself on the music... Read More.

Cash Money Records + No Limit Records announce tour featuring special guest Boosie

Monday, June 15 by ABC News

Cash Money Records and No Limit Records are joining forces for a 17-city tour.Cash Money's Birdman, Juvenile, Mannie Fresh and B.G. will take the stage with support from Boosie to perform hits from the label's catalog. Representing No Limit will be Master P, Silkk... Read More.

Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliott to host event honoring music exec Sylvia Rhone

Monday, June 15 by ABC News

Busta Rhymes and Missy Elliott are known for their futuristic music videos and musical genius, but they share something else in common: both are protégés of Sylvia Rhone. The two will help honor the music industry executive as hosts of the Black Music Action... Read More.

Urban AC

Akon says he and Ne-Yo wanted to ‘throw the biggest party everybody’s ever seen’ with Nights Like This tour

Teyana Taylor clarifies she was not prevented from celebrating with Knicks following championship victory

Grammys add 5 new categories, including best R&B collaboration or duo/group performance

Eve takes center stage for ‘Tiny Desk”s BET tribute during Black Music Month

Wu-Tang Clan helps celebrate Knicks win with ‘Tonight Show’ performance

Vince Staples announces Cry Baby tour

Future announces new album, ‘The Real Me’

K Camp on new album: ‘I feel like I’m a giant’

Cash Money Records + No Limit Records announce tour featuring special guest Boosie

Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliott to host event honoring music exec Sylvia Rhone

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