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Shameik Moore talks highly anticipated new role in ‘Raising Kanan’: ‘I definitely knew what needed to be done’

Monday, July 6 by ABC News

Another episode of Power Book II: Raising Kanan aired Friday, bringing fans one step closer to the end of the series. While this fifth season continues to show how Kanan Stark became the man audiences see in the original Power, it also introduces Breeze,... Read More.

Beyoncé kicks off 20th anniversary celebration for ‘B’Day’ with release of ‘MORNING DEW (DONK)’

Saturday, July 4 by ABC News

While America commemorates its 250th anniversary on Fourth of July, the Beyhive has another reason to celebrate. Beyoncé has released her first new song in two years, "MORNING DEW (DONK)," which she co-wrote with The-Dream, Darius Dixon and Pharrell, and co-produced with Pharrell.The song... Read More.

Music Notes: ‘Godfather of Harlem,’ Rick Ross and Remy Ma, and more

Thursday, July 2 by ABC News

Godfather of Harlem, the TV drama about 1960s Harlem gangster Bumpy Johnson, is coming to an end after four seasons, Deadline reports. Instead of a fifth season, the series will wrap with a two-hour series finale. Production is set to... Read More.

Summer Walker thanks fans for ‘showing up’ to Still Finally Over It tour

Thursday, July 2 by ABC News

With her Still Finally Over It tour nearing its end, Summer Walker took to Instagram Thursday to express her gratitude to her fans."Thank you guys for showing up and showing the f*** out because y'all literally sold out my whole... Read More.

Future says he loves true love, desires to be married ahead of ‘The Real Me’ release

Thursday, July 2 by ABC News

Future is giving fans insight into his mindset ahead of his upcoming album, The Real Me. In audio posted to his Instagram Story, he opened up about love and marriage."I love true love. I don't want... Read More.

Jorja Smith announces ‘What Are the Odds,’ releases ‘Alive’ featuring WizKid

Thursday, July 2 by ABC News

What Are the Odds of Jorja Smith releasing an album this summer? Pretty high, because she's officially announced one is on the way.The singer has revealed her third studio album, What Are the Odds, will arrive on Aug. 21. The project reunites her with... Read More.

Lil Wayne apologizes for being a no-show for his tour opener

Thursday, July 2 by ABC News

Lil Wayne has issued an apology to fans after he failed to show up at the kickoff to his 20+ Years of Carter Classics tour. With no explanation provided, he wrote on his Instagram Story, "My Maine fans I'm so sorry.""The show is being... Read More.

Mario, Eric Bellinger added to Usher and Chris Brown’s R&B tour

Wednesday, July 1 by ABC News

Mario has officially joined the lineup for Usher and Chris Brown's R&B tour.He announced the news Wednesday on Instagram, sharing a tour poster featuring a photo of himself with all the remaining tour dates.The announcement comes days after Mario made a surprise appearance on... Read More.

Megan Thee Stallion announces Hot Girl Summer Eau de Parfum

Wednesday, July 1 by ABC News

From music to swimwear to Popeyes to Broadway and now the fragrance industry. Megan Thee Stallion has expanded her Hot Girl Summer brand to include a new perfume. The floral scent, called Hot Girl Summer Eau de Parfum, is a limited-edition product and has... Read More.

Young M.A. talks opening up on ‘Kween,’ giving the album ‘a little more attention’

Wednesday, July 1 by ABC News

Young M.A. made her return to music when she released Kween at the end of May. After a nearly five-year hiatus, she said she came back because the timing felt right."It was just time for me to speak out. A lot of stuff [was]... Read More.

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Shameik Moore talks highly anticipated new role in ‘Raising Kanan’: ‘I definitely knew what needed to be done’

Beyoncé kicks off 20th anniversary celebration for ‘B’Day’ with release of ‘MORNING DEW (DONK)’

Music Notes: ‘Godfather of Harlem,’ Rick Ross and Remy Ma, and more

Summer Walker thanks fans for ‘showing up’ to Still Finally Over It tour

Future says he loves true love, desires to be married ahead of ‘The Real Me’ release

Jorja Smith announces ‘What Are the Odds,’ releases ‘Alive’ featuring WizKid

Lil Wayne apologizes for being a no-show for his tour opener

Mario, Eric Bellinger added to Usher and Chris Brown’s R&B tour

Megan Thee Stallion announces Hot Girl Summer Eau de Parfum

Young M.A. talks opening up on ‘Kween,’ giving the album ‘a little more attention’

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