DMV Native LATENIGHTJIGGY Talks ‘Flavors 3,’ Blending Genres & Languages, and Most Meaningful Moment

With the release of his latest EP, Flavors 3, LATENIGHTJIGGY is continuing his rise in the music industry. This month, he’ll be the supporting artist on tour with Nezza, he was named TikTok’s “Artist to Watch” in June, and his fanbase continues to grow. “Flavors 3 has been like a highly […]


#NewMusic: Mashonda Shares Life Lessons and Affirmations in ‘Note to Self’ EP

Singer-songwriter Mashonda has worked with Jay-Z, DMX, Lil’ Kim and Raphael Saadiq throughout her career, and she’s returning to the music scene with her five-song Note to Self EP. Co-written and co-produced by Mashonda and The Millennials, Mashonda combines affirmations with music in a way that can serve as inspiration and self-reflection […]


Xscape to Receive ‘Lady of Soul’ Honor at 2022 Soul Train Awards

R&B icons Xscape can add another accolade to their resume as the group will be honored with the 2022 “Lady of Soul” Award at this year’s Soul Train Awards. Kandi Burruss-Tucker, Tameka “Tiny” Harris, Tamika Scott and LaTocha Scott will collectively receive the ‘Lady of Soul’ honor. “Given how important Soul Train is to all of us, we’re […]


#NewMusic: Rihanna Releases ‘Lift Me Up’ For ‘Black Panther’ Sequel, First Solo-Led Single in 6 Years

The wait is over! Rihanna’s voice will be a part of the Marvel Universe as the entertainer’s latest single, “Lift Me Up,” will appear on the soundtrack to Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. “Lift Me Up” was written by Rihanna, Nigerian singer-songwriter Tems, Oscar-winning composer Ludwig Göransson, and director Ryan Coogler. “Lift […]


Deon Cole to Host 2022 Soul Train Awards, Beyoncé and Mary J. Blige Lead in Nominations

The 2022 Soul Train Awards will take place in November, and the nominations are in. Beyoncé and Mary J. Blige lead in nominations with several each, followed by Ari Lennox with six and Lizzo and Chris Brown with five. Comedian and actor Deon Cole will host the 2022 awards. “Deon Cole […]


#NewVideo: UK R&B Group Flo Performs “Cardboard Box” on Jimmy Kimmel Live 

UK R&B group Flo recently performed their popular single “Cardboard Box” on the Jimmy Kimmel Show, making it their first live television show in the U.S. “Cardboard Box” gained popularity across social media, and Flo gained fast notoriety, especially from artists like Brandy and SZA.  Formed by Jorja Douglas, Stella Quaresma, and […]