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K. Michelle’s Country album, “Jesus & Whiskey”
It’s time! K. Michelle, aka, Puddin, is gearing up for the release of her long-awaited Country album. K. Michelle’s Country album, Jesus & Whiskey, features nine songs and includes 2025’s “Jack Daniel’s” and the self-titled track released this week. The Memphis-born singer signed to a Country music label in 2024 after […]

It’s Time: K. Michelle Announces ‘Jesus & Whiskey’ Country Album Release Date, ...

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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - JULY 05: JustCordell performs onstage during the 2026 ESSENCE Festival of Culture® presented by Coca-Cola® at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center on July 05, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for ESSENCE)
JustCordell is embracing the full-circle moments as the gospel artist and award nominee recently brought his energy to the ESSENCE Festival of Culture 2026 for a performance, as well as connecting with fans during one of the biggest celebrations of Black music and culture. For JustCordell, the opportunity to perform at […]

JustCordell Reflects on Stellar Awards Nomination, ESSENCE Festival Performance & ...

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In the latest episode of NPR’s Black Music Month celebration, Grammy Award-winning rapper, actress, and entrepreneur Eve graced the Tiny Desk stage. The platinum-selling artist performed a medley of hits from her first three albums, coinciding with the 25th anniversary of her sophomore album, “Scorpion.” Eve’s full setlist includes “Satisfaction,” “What […]

Eve Brings Energy and Nostalgia to NPR Tiny Desk During ...

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joe
R&B fans were treated to a nostalgic showcase of smooth vocals and timeless hits as Joe took center stage for NPR’s Tiny Desk concert series in celebration of Black Music Month. The veteran singer delivered a performance that highlighted the signature sound that made him one of R&B’s most recognizable voices. […]

R&B Veteran Joe Highlights Black Music Month with the Classics ...

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Mariah carey type dangerous
Mariah Carey has returned with her first solo single in five years, releasing “Type Dangerous” on June 6. The track samples the hip-hop classic “Eric B. Is President” by Eric B. & Rakim. “I’m so excited to finally be releasing ‘Type Dangerous’ into the world!” Carey said in a statement. “I’ve […]

#NewMusic: Mariah Carey Returns With ‘Type Dangerous,’ First Solo Single ...

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Patti LaBelle has a remarkable ability to make you feel both seen and heard, with the soothing warmth of her voice, particularly on calm, introspective tracks like “If Only You Knew” and “Somebody Love You Baby.” Then, in an instant, she shifts gears, raising the energy with songs like “New Attitude” […]

Concert Review: Patti LaBelle’s 8065 Tour – A Timeless Night ...

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The SRG-ILS Group, a forward-thinking music company, has announced an exciting partnership with the multi-talented Keke Palmer and her Big Bosses Entertainment imprint.  Palmer’s Big Bosses Entertainment, founded in 2017 alongside her mother Sharon Palmer and longtime manager Big Billy Clark, has been a driving force behind her musical endeavors.  Since […]

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The headlining artists for the 2024 Baltimore AFRAM Festival have been announced. Busta Rhymes, Karen Clark Sheard, Mya, Morris Day, Big Daddy Kane, October London and Alex Isley are set to grace the stage between the two-day festival. Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott shared the news on his social media to celebrate […]

Baltimore: Busta Rhymes, Karen Clark Sheard, Mya and More to ...

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Legendary Country songwriter Alice Randall has released her first album after decades of writing hits for other artists. Randall’s album, “My Black Country: The Songs of Alice Randall,” encompasses recordings of previously released songs she wrote, but this time, sung by Black women. The 11-track album includes features artists Leyla McCalia, […]

Country Songwriter Alice Randall Releases Book & First Ever Album, ...

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Following his “Summer of Love” project this year, Raheem DeVaughn has released “Fall in Love,” another musical journey for the season.  The 12-track project contains alternate and remixed versions of the songs on his previous release with features from Kenny Allen, Ari O’Neal, Vandell Andrew and more.  DeVaughn tackled each song […]

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Lifted from his sophomore album, “The Art of Making Love,” J. Brown made his national TV debut on “The Kelly Clarkson Show” performing his single “My Whole Heart.” Written by Carvin Haggins, Julian (Blake Winters) Ray, Naydera Pollard, Carmen LaRen and Maurice Harley, while produced by Haggins and Giancarlo “EVO” Evola, […]

#ICYMI: Artist J. Brown Performs ‘My Whole Heart’ on “The ...

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In her first solo single since finishing the sold-out A/S/L tour, Ari Lennox returns with the intimate “Get Close.” The melodic and sultry singing style by Lennox on “Get Close” transitions listeners to visualize the story she’s telling of wanting to “get close” to someone in particular.  “You like Tupac, I […]

#NewMusic: Ari Lennox Sings About Yearning on ‘Get Close’

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