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From Broadway to Def Jam: Jai’Len Josey Drops Debut Album ‘Serial Romantic’

Singer-songwriter, musician, and Broadway star Jai’Len Josey has officially stepped into a new chapter with the release of her debut…

3 weeks ago

ESSENCE Festival Reveals Cultural Curators Mara Brock Akil, Nikole Hannah-Jones, and Nina Compton with Chief Curator Teyana Taylor

The ESSENCE Festival of Culture presented by Coca-Cola is expanding its creative team for 2026 by bringing in Cultural Curators…

4 weeks ago

Singer D4vd Charged with First Degree Murder of Teen Girl Found Dismembered in His Car

Months after a 14-year-old girl’s body was discovered inside a towed SUV, alt-pop singer D4vd has been arrested and officially…

1 month ago

That Rihanna Reign Continues: Rihanna Becomes First Woman to Surpass 200 Million RIAA Singles Certifications

In 2009, she sang, “That Rihanna reign just won’t let up,” and the line continues to hold true today. As…

1 month ago

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…

2 months ago

#NewMusic: Mariah Dawne Drops Steamy New Single ‘Won’t Let Go’

Rising singer-songwriter Mariah Dawne, aka MARIAH., has released her latest single, “Won’t Let Go,” featuring The Colleagues. Written by Dawne…

2 months ago

PJ Morton Brings Morton Records to SRG-ILS Group Following Sixth Grammy Win

On the heels of winning his sixth GRAMMY Award, soul singer, songwriter, and producer PJ Morton is taking his label,…

2 months ago

#NewMusic: Keith D. Robinson Drops Third Single ‘Different Languages’ Ahead of Anticipated Album

Actor and singer Keith D. Robinson is back in the music spotlight with his latest single, “Different Languages,” the third…

2 months ago

Jill Scott Bringing ‘To Whom This May Concern’ Tour to U.S., Europe and South Africa

The icon, legend, and artiste that is Jill Scott will venture onto her newly announced “To Whom This May Concern…

2 months ago

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®…

2 months ago

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…

3 months ago

Russell Simmons, Kimora Lee Simmons Trade Words on Social Media After Recent Interview

Russell Simmons and Kimora Lee Simmons recently exchanged words on social media, with the public back-and-forth seemingly tied to their…

5 months ago

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…

5 months ago

#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…

5 months ago

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…

5 months ago