With his signature tone that has cultivated fans for decades, Johnny Gill is back with his latest single, “A Dance, A Kiss.”
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As COVID-19 lockdown restrictions begin to lift, Zaire, written and directed by Iman DuPree, unfolds with a quiet urgency as it explores societal expectations, yearning, intersectionality and the dehumanization of modern workers through a story of personal transformation in a world still adjusting to change. Starring Carmen Banks as Zaire Okundaye, […]
How ‘Zaire’ Turns Isolation, Intimacy and Identity Into a Quietly ...
Singer-songwriter, musician, and Broadway star Jai’Len Josey has officially stepped into a new chapter with the release of her debut album Serial Romantic. The project, released via Def Jam Recordings, marks a defining moment for the Atlanta-born artist, showcasing not only her evolution as a performer but also the depth of […]
From Broadway to Def Jam: Jai’Len Josey Drops Debut Album ...
The ESSENCE Festival of Culture presented by Coca-Cola is expanding its creative team for 2026 by bringing in Cultural Curators to shape different parts of the festival experience. They join Chief Curator Teyana Taylor, who oversees the overall vision and direction of the event. Three curators will each lead a key […]
ESSENCE Festival Reveals Cultural Curators Mara Brock Akil, Nikole Hannah-Jones, ...
Months after a 14-year-old girl’s body was discovered inside a towed SUV, alt-pop singer D4vd has been arrested and officially charged in connection with the case, according to authorities. The 21-year-old artist, whose legal name is David Burke, was taken into custody April 16 on suspicion of murder in the death […]
Singer D4vd Charged with First Degree Murder of Teen Girl ...
In 2009, she sang, “That Rihanna reign just won’t let up,” and the line continues to hold true today. As of April 15, Rihanna has become the first woman to surpass 200 million RIAA singles certifications, despite not releasing a full studio album in 10 years. She currently holds third place […]
That Rihanna Reign Continues: Rihanna Becomes First Woman to Surpass ...
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 […]
Prosecutors: Woman Faces Attempted Murder and Other Charges After Shooting ...
Rising singer-songwriter Mariah Dawne, aka MARIAH., has released her latest single, “Won’t Let Go,” featuring The Colleagues. Written by Dawne and produced by Jamil Johnson with Phase Recording and Media, the sultry track is “from a place of pure adoration and submission.” “Love encompasses many aspects—physical, emotional, mental,” Dawne said. “This […]
#NewMusic: Mariah Dawne Drops Steamy New Single ‘Won’t Let Go’
On the heels of winning his sixth GRAMMY Award, soul singer, songwriter, and producer PJ Morton is taking his label, Morton Records, to new heights with a partnership with the SRG-ILS Group. The New Orleans native has earned six GRAMMYs and 22 nominations, sold out countless shows, including the Apollo Theater, […]
PJ Morton Brings Morton Records to SRG-ILS Group Following Sixth ...
Actor and singer Keith D. Robinson is back in the music spotlight with his latest single, “Different Languages,” the third release from his anticipated forthcoming album, Love Episodic II, set to drop this summer. Robinson, who considers music his first love, explores the deeper side of relationships in “Different Languages.” The […]
#NewMusic: Keith D. Robinson Drops Third Single ‘Different Languages’ Ahead ...
The icon, legend, and artiste that is Jill Scott will venture onto her newly announced “To Whom This May Concern World Tour,” which includes dates in the United States, Europe, the United Kingdom, and South Africa. The 36-date tour starts in Nashville and moves through the Oxon Hill, MD/D.C. area, Atlanta, […]
Jill Scott Bringing ‘To Whom This May Concern’ Tour to ...
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 […]
ESSENCE Festival 2026 Reveals First Performers Including Cardi B, Brandy ...
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 […]
Love, Legacy and Legendary Voices: A Valentine’s Day with New ...
Russell Simmons and Kimora Lee Simmons recently exchanged words on social media, with the public back-and-forth seemingly tied to their past relationship and Kimora’s new television project. On Dec. 11, PEOPLE published an interview with Kimora Lee Simmons accompanied by a graphic featuring a quote attributed to her. The graphic read: […]
Russell Simmons, Kimora Lee Simmons Trade Words on Social Media ...
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 […]