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Wyclef Jean named Global Citizen ambassador

Thursday, July 10 by ABC News

Wyclef Jean has a new title to add to his resume. After years of taking the stage at the Global Citizen Festival and working with the international organization, he has been named a Global Citizen ambassador.“It’s a true honor to be named... Read More.

Jennifer Hudson tapped to headline Whitney E. Houston Legacy of Love Gala

Thursday, July 10 by ABC News

Jennifer Hudson will showcase her talents at the fourth annual Whitney E. Houston Legacy of Love Gala, taking place Aug. 9 — on what would have been Whitney's 62nd birthday.Hudson will headline the musical portion of the gala, which will also include performances from R&B singer/songwriter Meli’sa Morgan,... Read More.

ICYMI: Kodak Black, Kid Cudi, Big Sean and more

Thursday, July 10 by ABC News

Kodak Black received the key to the city of Pompano Beach, Florida, on Tuesday for his contributions to the community. "This recognition is not about celebrity," Mayor Rex Hardin said, according to Miami New Times. "It's about heart. Kodak Black has consistently and... Read More.

RonReaco Lee says joining cast of ‘Tyler Perry’s Divorced Sistas’ was a no-brainer

Thursday, July 10 by ABC News

RonReaco Lee is one of the men supporting the five female stars in Tyler Perry's Divorced Sistas. Speaking to ABC Audio, he says the decision to join the show was a no-brainer."When Mr. [Tyler] Perry calls, I imagine he doesn't hear 'no' often,” RonReaco says,... Read More.

Wale, Skilla Baby and more discuss musical journeys + influences for ‘Flight Club Fridays’ series

Wednesday, July 9 by ABC News

Photo by Astrida Valigorsky/Getty ImagesWale, Skilla Baby, Anycia, Monaleo and Osama Son will open up about their musical journeys and more in Flight Club Fridays, a Flight Club music series that highlights the "cities, musicians, genres and fans that shape sneaker culture," according to Read More.

Joey Bada$$ and Mariah the Scientist join new class of Recording Academy members

Wednesday, July 9 by ABC News

Photo by Marleen Moise/Getty Images/Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesJoey Bada$$ and Mariah the Scientist are among the new members of the Recording Academy's 2025 class.They join a group of 3,600 music creators and industry professionals who can now vote on Grammy nominations and awards, and... Read More.

Nicki Minaj shades Megan Thee Stallion, Jay-Z and Roc Nation CEO

Wednesday, July 9 by ABC News

Photo by Jeff Kravitz/Getty Images for MTVNicki Minaj was busy on social media Wednesday, taking digs at Megan Thee Stallion, Jay-Z and the CEO of Roc Nation.She first shared a screenshot of a post from DJ Akademiks reporting that a judge denied... Read More.

Lauryn Hill speaks out on ‘Essence’ Fest, reputation for tardiness

Wednesday, July 9 by ABC News

Photo by Erika Goldring/Getty ImagesLauryn Hill is thanking the Essence Festival of Culture following reports of a late start to her recent headlining set. In a statement shared to social media Tuesday, she expressed her appreciation for the organizers, who clarified... Read More.

ICYMI: Tina Knowles, Cardi B and more

Wednesday, July 9 by ABC News

Tina Knowles will be honored with the Elizabeth Taylor Commitment to End AIDS Award at the Elizabeth Taylor Night of Compassion in September. She'll be awarded for her support of people living with HIV, as well as those in the LGBTQ+ community. Cardi B... Read More.

Maxwell says Silent Serenade Ensemble will take fans on a ‘journey into the evolution of Black music’

Wednesday, July 9 by ABC News

Courtesy of ArtistMaxwell has been entertaining fans as part of his Serenade Tour, but in September, he'll take a little break for a different kind of show. He tells ABC Audio the idea came together following a suggestion from his longtime friend, who said he... Read More.

Urban AC

Wyclef Jean named Global Citizen ambassador

Jennifer Hudson tapped to headline Whitney E. Houston Legacy of Love Gala

ICYMI: Kodak Black, Kid Cudi, Big Sean and more

RonReaco Lee says joining cast of ‘Tyler Perry’s Divorced Sistas’ was a no-brainer

Wale, Skilla Baby and more discuss musical journeys + influences for ‘Flight Club Fridays’ series

Joey Bada$$ and Mariah the Scientist join new class of Recording Academy members

Nicki Minaj shades Megan Thee Stallion, Jay-Z and Roc Nation CEO

Lauryn Hill speaks out on ‘Essence’ Fest, reputation for tardiness

ICYMI: Tina Knowles, Cardi B and more

Maxwell says Silent Serenade Ensemble will take fans on a ‘journey into the evolution of Black music’

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