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Alicia Keys to perform ‘Empire State of Mind’ at New York Knicks championship parade

Wednesday, June 17 by ABC News

Since the Empire State is in celebration mode following the New York Knicks' championship, who better to perform at the parade than Alicia Keys? The singer has been tapped to take the stage at City Hall, where she will perform her song "Empire State... Read More.

Akon says he and Ne-Yo wanted to ‘throw the biggest party everybody’s ever seen’ with Nights Like This tour

Wednesday, June 17 by ABC News

Akon and Ne-Yo have been on the road together as part of their Nights Like This tour, a collaboration Akon says has been a long time coming."Me and Ne-Yo go back 20 years," he tells ABC Audio. "We always wanted to do something together... Read More.

Teyana Taylor clarifies she was not prevented from celebrating with Knicks following championship victory

Tuesday, June 16 by ABC News

Teyana Taylor wants to set the record straight: She says she was not prevented from joining the New York Knicks on the court following the team's championship win.A video of the moment surfed online with the caption, "They wasn't tryna... Read More.

Grammys add 5 new categories, including best R&B collaboration or duo/group performance

Tuesday, June 16 by ABC News

The 2027 Grammy Awards will feature five new categories, including best R&B collaboration or duo/group performance. The new category will recognize artistic excellence in contemporary R&B performances from duos, groups or collaborations between solo artists and other performers.The addition also comes with a related... Read More.

Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliott to host event honoring music exec Sylvia Rhone

Monday, June 15 by ABC News

Busta Rhymes and Missy Elliott are known for their futuristic music videos and musical genius, but they share something else in common: both are protégés of Sylvia Rhone. The two will help honor the music industry executive as hosts of the Black Music Action... Read More.

Alicia Keys closes 2026 Tribeca Festival: ‘I’m really just getting started’

Monday, June 15 by ABC News

Alicia Keys had the honor of closing New York's Tribeca Festival Saturday night with the premiere of her new documentary Alicia Keys: Girl From Hell's Kitchen. The film is both an examination of her life and career, and a look at how she put... Read More.

Blxst says ‘Labor of Love’ album is ‘coming from a real place’

Monday, June 15 by ABC News

Blxst is out with a new album, Labor of Love, the first he's ever produced entirely on his own. Speaking to Essence, he explains that he made the decision to take on production after feeling like he was losing touch... Read More.

Jimmy Jam shares thoughts on Michael Jackson’s ‘Billboard’ resurgence: ‘Great music has no expiration date’

Friday, June 12 by ABC News

Michael Jackson's music has seen a resurgence thanks to renewed interest generated by the Michael biopic, and Jimmy Jam is thrilled about it. Speaking to ABC Audio on the red carpet of the Songwriters Hall of Fame induction ceremony, he shared his excitement about... Read More.

Babyface to headline Whitney E. Houston Legacy Foundation’s 5th annual gala

Friday, June 12 by ABC News

Babyface is paying tribute to his former collaborator Whitney Houston at a gala celebrating her life and legacy. He's been tapped as the headlining performer for The Whitney E. Houston Legacy Foundation's Legacy of Love Gala in Atlanta. The event,... Read More.

New Music Friday: The-Dream, Blxst, Ludacris and more

Friday, June 12 by ABC News

Toosii looks back in the new song "Yesterday," reflecting "on distance, longing, and the desire to reconnect with someone who continues to occupy his thoughts," according to a press release. The song, produced by Ant Chamberlain and Bino Beats, is... Read More.

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Alicia Keys to perform ‘Empire State of Mind’ at New York Knicks championship parade

Akon says he and Ne-Yo wanted to ‘throw the biggest party everybody’s ever seen’ with Nights Like This tour

Teyana Taylor clarifies she was not prevented from celebrating with Knicks following championship victory

Grammys add 5 new categories, including best R&B collaboration or duo/group performance

Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliott to host event honoring music exec Sylvia Rhone

Alicia Keys closes 2026 Tribeca Festival: ‘I’m really just getting started’

Blxst says ‘Labor of Love’ album is ‘coming from a real place’

Jimmy Jam shares thoughts on Michael Jackson’s ‘Billboard’ resurgence: ‘Great music has no expiration date’

Babyface to headline Whitney E. Houston Legacy Foundation’s 5th annual gala

New Music Friday: The-Dream, Blxst, Ludacris and more

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