Prosecutors: Woman Faces Attempted Murder and Other Charges After Shooting at Rihanna’s Home

According to prosecutors, Rihanna, A$AP Rocky, their three children and others were inside their Los Angeles home when a woman reportedly fired at the home on Sunday. Ivanna Lisette Ortiz, 35, faces multiple felony counts, including attempted murder, following the incident. No one was injured. Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan […]


ESSENCE Festival 2026 Reveals First Performers Including Cardi B, Brandy & Monica, Kehlani and More

Women who have persevered, broken records, and built lasting legacies will take center stage as the ESSENCE Festival of Culture® presented by Coca-Cola® has announced the first wave of performers for 2026. Cardi B, Patti LaBelle, Kehlani, Latto, and Brandy & Monica are officially on the bill. This year will mark […]


Love, Legacy and Legendary Voices: A Valentine’s Day with New Edition, Boyz II Men & Toni Braxton

For 2.5 hours, New Edition, Boyz II Men and Toni Braxton delivered, engaged, sang, danced and gave their all from start to finish on The New Edition Way Tour, brought to life by the Black Promoters Collective (BPC). Watching them on Valentine’s Day allowed the music to take on even deeper […]


Mariah Carey Secures Third Diamond Album & Reclaims Historic Record

Mariah Carey has Carey-ed her record-breaking career to a new level. The legendary singer-songwriter has earned her third Diamond-certified album with Merry Christmas, which has sold 10 million copies since its 1994 release, joining Music Box and Daydream. She now ties Whitney Houston and Shania Twain as the female artists with […]

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#NewMusic: Rissi Palmer Releases Heartfelt Tribute ‘Old Black Southern Woman’ Ahead of EP

Rissi Palmer is back on the scene with a new introspective single and forthcoming EP. Her new song, “Old Black Southern Woman,” is set to appear on her upcoming “Perspectives” EP. In a video on social media, Palmer said the songs were all chosen “specifically for this project,” adding that “words […]


WATCH: Trailer Drops for Psychological Thriller ‘The Dutchman’

A gripping new trailer has arrived for The Dutchman, the modern adaptation of the 1964 Obie Award–winning play. The film stars André Holland as Clay, a successful but troubled Black businessman fighting to save his marriage through therapy — until their mysterious therapist begins appearing outside their sessions. Clay’s life spirals […]


Raheem DeVaughn Encourages HIV Awareness, Prevention, and Access on World AIDS Day

In recognition of World AIDS Day, Raheem DeVaughn is using his voice and platform to bring attention to HIV prevention, education and access, especially within Black communities. During a recent conversation with the artist and humanitarian, DeVaughn discussed the importance of awareness around PrEP and why he believes visibility, transparency, and […]


#NewMusic: Christopher Williams Returns with New Single ‘Good Enough’

Multi-award-winning singer, songwriter, producer, and R&B crooner Christopher Williams returns with a brand-new single, “Good Enough,” available now via Streamline TransMedia | SRG-ILS | Virgin Music Group. After years away from the spotlight, Williams returns with a sound that is both familiar and fresh. The mid-tempo groove of “Good Enough” serves […]


#NewMusic: Tamar Braxton Unveils Soul-Baring New EP ‘Heartbreak Retrograde’

Powerhouse songstress Tamar Braxton has officially released her highly anticipated new project, “Heartbreak Retrograde,” a cathartic six-song EP produced by GRAMMY®-winning hitmaker Tricky Stewart, which takes listeners on a soulful walk through love’s messiness, its magic, and everything in between. Every track on Heartbreak Retrograde hits with intention, from the radio […]