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Multi-platinum artist Kendrick Lamar will take center stage at the Apple Music Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show, announced today by Roc Nation, Apple Music, and the NFL. The performance will air live from The Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on Sunday, February 9, 2025, and will be broadcast on FOX. “Rap music is still the…
Jennifer Hudson, the Grammy and Oscar-winning powerhouse, is adding another milestone to her career with the release of her first-ever Christmas album, The Gift of Love. The festive collection, set to debut on October 18, promises to showcase Hudson’s extraordinary vocal talents in a mix of holiday classics and fresh new songs. Fans eager to…
“Dajah Dorn, an up-and-coming R&B artist, has released a new music video for her latest track “Love U 4 Free” through Vinyl Crown Recordings. Originally from Jacksonville, Florida, Dorn fuses her varied musical influences and personal experiences to create her own unique sound.” Produced by Khari “Needlz” Cain, “Love U 4 Free” delivers a breezy,…
Filipino-Australian musician RINI releases his hotly anticipated new EP Lucky 7. Over weaving break-beats and ethereal synths, the singer-songwriter wears his heart firmly on his sleeve as he bridges succinct songwriting and stripped-back vocals across the seven-track project. “Lucky 7” is a seven-track EP that delves into my experiences over the past few years. It blends R&B, Funk,…
LOS ANGELES — BMI honored the best in R&B and hip-hop at its 2024 R&B/Hip-Hop Awards, held Thursday night at the Fairmont Century Plaza. Babyface received the BMI Icon Award, while SZA made history as the first recipient of the BMI Champion Award in the event’s 24-year history. SZA also took home two more major…
In the forthcoming film adaptation of The Nickel Boys, Elwood Curtis’s college dreams are shattered alongside a two-lane Florida highway. After a small, innocent mistake leads to his wrongful arrest, Elwood is sentenced to Nickel Academy, a vicious reform school in the Jim Crow South. At Nickel, he meets Turner, a fellow Black teen who…
The Indiana Fever defended their home court with an impressive 93-86 win over the Los Angeles Sparks. Rookie sensations Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston were the driving forces behind the victory, each posting 24 points. Clark’s performance was particularly remarkable, as she recorded the second triple-double of her career, showcasing her all-around impact on the…
Renowned artist Olivia, celebrated for her dynamic presence in the music industry, has once again captivated fans with her latest album, “You Are,” released on August 30—a date that holds special significance as it marks her late mother’s birthday. The album is a beautiful tribute, mixing lively music with strong emotions. Following the success of…