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Teyana Taylor to perform at 2026 American Music Awards

Tuesday, May 12 by ABC News

The 2026 American Music Awards will feature an Escape Room, courtesy of Teyana Taylor. She's been announced as one of the event's performers and is set to take the stage with a medley of songs from the album.Teyana joins a lineup featuring Hootie &... Read More.

Man accused of stealing Beyoncé’s unreleased music pleads guilty

Tuesday, May 12 by ABC News

Kelvin Evans, the man accused of stealing unreleased Beyoncé music in Atlanta, pleaded guilty in court on Tuesday, avoiding an impending trial.During the hearing, Evans accepted responsibility and was sentenced to five years, with two years to be served in custody and the remaining... Read More.

Alicia Keys celebrates 25 years of ‘Songs in A Minor’ with ‘American Idol’ performance, anniversary release

Tuesday, May 12 by ABC News

Alicia Keys celebrated the milestone 25th anniversary of her debut album, Songs in A Minor, on the season finale of American Idol Monday. The singer, who served as mentor on the episode, returned to the show and performed the album cuts "Fallin'" alongside RAYE... Read More.

Meek Mill says ‘Dreams and Nightmares’ is ‘one of the best rap songs to ever come out’

Tuesday, May 12 by ABC News

Meek Mill has made a strong statement about one of his songs and its place in rap history."Dreams and nightmares one of the best rap songs to ever come out!" he wrote in a post on X Monday. "From my... Read More.

Queen Latifah to make debut as coach on ‘The Voice’

Tuesday, May 12 by ABC News

Queen Latifah is bringing her musical expertise to The Voice. She's set to join the 30th season as a coach, sitting alongside returning coaches Kelly Clarkson and Adam Levine and fellow newcomer Riley Green in a red swivel chair.As coaches do every season, Queen... Read More.

Alicia Keys, Swizz Beatz talk breaking into art world, expanding ‘Giants’ exhibition

Tuesday, May 12 by ABC News

Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz continue to take their Giants art exhibit around the world, with the collection now on display at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. Breaking into the art world came with challenges, as they had... Read More.

Chris Brown shares message with listeners of his new album, ‘Brown’

Monday, May 11 by ABC News

Chris Brown is expressing gratitude to those who tuned in to his new album, Brown, despite their reactions to the project."Just wanna say thank you to everyone who listened to this album," he wrote on his Instagram Story over the... Read More.

Music Notes: 50 Cent and Nelly, Lil Baby and more

Monday, May 11 by ABC News

Sports Illustrated is celebrating the 2026 FIFA World Cup with SI Beyond the Pitch, an event series taking place this summer across four host cities for the World Cup. The lineup includes performances from 50 Cent, Nelly, Diplo, Gordo and The Chainsmokers, with more... Read More.

Tyla, Future to perform at FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony

Monday, May 11 by ABC News

Tyla, Future and Rema are among the stars tapped for the FIFA World Cup's U.S. opening ceremony in June.They'll headline the Los Angeles show on June 12 alongside Katy Perry, BLACKPINK member and White Lotus actress LISA and Latin superstar... Read More.

Janet Jackson inducted into Grammy Hall of Fame, says ‘Rhythm Nation 1814’ still resonates

Monday, May 11 by ABC News

Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814 album was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame Saturday. Reflecting on the achievement, she said in a speech that the 1989 album continues to resonate in 2026."Rhythm Nation still resonates on a deep and... Read More.

Urban AC

Teyana Taylor to perform at 2026 American Music Awards

Man accused of stealing Beyoncé’s unreleased music pleads guilty

Alicia Keys celebrates 25 years of ‘Songs in A Minor’ with ‘American Idol’ performance, anniversary release

Meek Mill says ‘Dreams and Nightmares’ is ‘one of the best rap songs to ever come out’

Queen Latifah to make debut as coach on ‘The Voice’

Alicia Keys, Swizz Beatz talk breaking into art world, expanding ‘Giants’ exhibition

Chris Brown shares message with listeners of his new album, ‘Brown’

Music Notes: 50 Cent and Nelly, Lil Baby and more

Tyla, Future to perform at FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony

Janet Jackson inducted into Grammy Hall of Fame, says ‘Rhythm Nation 1814’ still resonates

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