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Jill Scott releases ‘To Whom This May Concern,’ first album in 11 years

Friday, February 13 by ABC News

Jilly from Philly is back. After a more than 10-year hiatus, Jill Scott has released a new album, To Whom This May Concern.It's the soul singer's sixth studio album following her Billboard #1 project Woman, which released back in 2015. "I did not have... Read More.

Kelly Rowland and Method Man talk ‘Relationship Goals,’ choose songs for Valentine’s Day playlist

Friday, February 13 by ABC News

(SPOILER ALERT) Kelly Rowland and Method Man both have quite the catalogs, but when it comes to picking a song for a Valentine's Day playlist, neither choose their own hits.Kelly, known for her solo work and as a member of Destiny's Child, chose Snoh... Read More.

‘Not proud of my behavior’: Ja Rule apologizes for recent airplane incident

Thursday, February 12 by ABC News

Ja Rule is feeling a bit remorseful about his involvement in a recent public shouting match.In a statement to ABC News, the rapper apologized for his "out of character" behavior in which, on a Delta Airlines flight, he got into... Read More.

Viola Davis to receive Chairman’s Award at the 57th NAACP Image Awards

Thursday, February 12 by ABC News

The NAACP announced Thursday that Viola Davis will be the recipient of the prestigious Chairman's Award. She'll receive the honor at the upcoming 57th NAACP Image Awards, which air live from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium on Feb. 28. "The Chairman's Award honors individuals who... Read More.

‘Essence’ names Kerry Washington, Zinzi Coogler among Black Women in Hollywood honorees

Thursday, February 12 by ABC News

Essence has revealed this year's list of stars to be honored at the Black Women in Hollywood event, naming Kerry Washington, Chase Infiniti, LaTanya Richardson Jackson and Zinzi Coogler. The 19th annual celebration, which recognizes Black women whose work helps... Read More.

Ludacris set to headline NBA All-Star Weekend

Thursday, February 12 by ABC News

NBA All-Star 2026 is in for a taste of the dirty south with the appointment of Ludacris as the weekend's entertainment headliner. The NBA announced the "Yeah!" rapper will take center court in Los Angeles Saturday, February 14 for a "high-energy" performance ahead of... Read More.

J. Cole offered carpool of a lifetime to Maryland fans

Thursday, February 12 by ABC News

J. Cole is (quite literally) pulling up on his fans.The Grammy-winning rapper offered the special chance of an exclusive album listening session that would take place in his beloved Honda Civic. He took to social media Wednesday in search of... Read More.

Wiz Khalifa announces limited-run The Macrodose tour

Thursday, February 12 by ABC News

Wiz Khalifa has announced his upcoming The Macradose tour, a limited-run series taking place across the U.S. in April.Rapper 2 Chainz, Berner and DJ Bonics will join as support.Marketed as a "special 4/20 celebration tour," the road show will make stops in Gautier, Mississippi,... Read More.

Leon Thomas says Broadway experience helped prepare him for his breakout moment

Thursday, February 12 by ABC News

When Frank Sinatra sang, "If I can make it there, I'll make it anywhere," he had no idea the line would one day apply to Leon Thomas. The Brooklyn native credits his New York upbringing, particularly his time on Broadway, with helping him develop... Read More.

Wale announces Everything Is A Lot tour

Wednesday, February 11 by ABC News

Wale is taking his talents on the road soon with his newly announced Everything Is A Lot... The Tour.The three-month U.S. tour is set to kick off in San Francisco on May 26, making stops in Phoenix, Dallas, New York,... Read More.

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