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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.

Jazmine Sullivan returns to alma mater to gift student a prom transformation

Thursday, June 11 by ABC News

Jazmine Sullivan teamed up with Philadelphia High School For Creative & Performing Arts for a magical prom transformation, gifting a custom prom gown to a student named Raigen and a tuxedo to her date.In a video posted on social media,... Read More.

Wu-Tang Clan performs halftime at Knicks game, before largest comeback in Finals history

Thursday, June 11 by ABC News

Wu-Tang Clan hyped the crowd at Madison Square Garden Wednesday night as the New York Knicks were down 76-49 at halftime against the visiting San Antonio Spurs.The hip-hop legends reunited on the court at halftime, dressed in their Knicks gear... Read More.

Trailer to 50 Cent’s ‘Fightland’ released

Thursday, June 11 by ABC News

A trailer for Fightland, an upcoming family crime drama on Starz, has been released.The show, which a press release describes as "a gripping story of redemption, betrayal and brutal ambition - in and out of the ring," is set against... Read More.

Anthony Anderson, Mary Mary tapped for second annual The Rise and Rhythm Cruise

Wednesday, June 10 by ABC News

The Rise and Rhythm Cruise is returning for its sophomore year, offering four nights of entertainment over Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend. The Norwegian Jewel will set sail Jan. 14, 2027, from Miami and make stops at Great Stirrup Cay and Freeport, Grand... Read More.

ICYMI: Wiz Khalifa, The Verdict and more

Wednesday, June 10 by ABC News

Wiz Khalifa has released the official music video for "passport" from his collaborative mixtape with mgk, blog era boyz. The video finds Wiz Khalifa and mgk on a tennis court and at a pool party, blending those clips with footage from their time on... Read More.

Jay-Z’s 40/40 Club to make temporary return for Fanatics Fest NYC

Wednesday, June 10 by ABC News

Jay-Z is bringing back his 40/40 Club for Fanatics Fest NYC, which takes place July 16-19 at the Javits Center.The reimagined venue will blend sports, luxury and entertainment, according to a press release. It will feature signature details from the original club, including framed... Read More.

Cardi B discovers Five Below

Wednesday, June 10 by ABC News

Always focused on making money moves, Cardi B recently found herself surprised by a new discovery. She took to her Instagram Story on Tuesday to document her first-ever visit to Five Below."My daughter was so feened out to come to... Read More.

Urban AC

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

Jazmine Sullivan returns to alma mater to gift student a prom transformation

Wu-Tang Clan performs halftime at Knicks game, before largest comeback in Finals history

Trailer to 50 Cent’s ‘Fightland’ released

Anthony Anderson, Mary Mary tapped for second annual The Rise and Rhythm Cruise

ICYMI: Wiz Khalifa, The Verdict and more

Jay-Z’s 40/40 Club to make temporary return for Fanatics Fest NYC

Cardi B discovers Five Below

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