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Taraji P. Henson says she’s amazed to be in ‘Joe Turner’s Come and Gone’

Friday, April 17 by ABC News

Ahead of her Broadway debut in Joe Turner's Come and Gone, Taraji P. Henson admits she's feeling and embracing her nerves."I'm not nervous," she tells Live with Kelly and Mark. "Here's the thing about nerves: nerves are good. I don't... Read More.

6lack teams with 2 Chainz for ‘Sunday Again’

Friday, April 17 by ABC News

6lack has released one of his "absolute favorite tracks" from his upcoming album, Love is the New Gangsta.The song, "Sunday Again," features 2 Chainz and captures the feeling of his favorite day of the week. "the last couple years, Sundays... Read More.

Durand Bernarr to release another self-titled album in May

Friday, April 17 by ABC News

Durand Bernarr is gearing up to release the follow-up to his Grammy-winning album, Bloom. BERNARR will arrive on May 1 and features appearances from Khalid, Big Sean, Vic Mensa and Sevyn Streeter, BJ The Chicago Kid and James Fauntleroy.Raphael Saadiq, Bryan Michael Cox and... Read More.

Jill Scott to receive honorary doctorate from Berklee College of Music

Friday, April 17 by ABC News

Jill Scott has some "Dope S***" to add to her list of accomplishments. She is set to receive an honorary doctorate from the Berklee College of Music.She'll be honored with the Doctor of Music degree on May 9 during the... Read More.

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame chairman baffled by Mariah Carey’s induction snub

Friday, April 17 by ABC News

Mariah Carey has been on the ballot for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for three years in a row, yet she still hasn't gotten in. If you're confused about that, well, so is the chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of... Read More.

The LOX to perform, Alicia Keys to appear at Tribeca Festival

Thursday, April 16 by ABC News

Following the announcement that Questlove's Earth, Wind & Fire documentary will be the Tribeca Festival's opening film, the full lineup of feature films, short films and post-premiere performances has been unveiled.Among the highlights are a post-premiere performance by The LOX... Read More.

Kendrick Lamar, SZA’s Grand National Tour wins hip-hop of the year at ‘Pollstar’ Awards

Thursday, April 16 by ABC News

Kendrick Lamar and SZA's Grand National Tour has earned them a Pollstar Award for hip-hop tour of the year. The win was announced Wednesday at the 37th annual Pollstar Awards.The tour went on the road following the release of Kendrick's GNX and SZA's Lana,... Read More.

Regina King, Taye Diggs, Chlöe and Coco Jones set for panels at 2026 American Black Film Festival

Thursday, April 16 by ABC News

The programming lineup for the 30th annual American Black Film Festival has been revealed, featuring screenings, panels and conversations with names including Regina King, Chlöe Bailey, Lynn Whitfield, Lucien Laviscount, Anna Diop and Coco Jones, as well as the cast of Power Book III:... Read More.

Snoop Dogg says biopic will come to theaters next year

Thursday, April 16 by ABC News

The world has watched Snoop Dogg evolve over the years, and now he's bringing his life story to the big screen in a new biopic called Snoop.Snoop announced at CinemaCon the film will be released next year. "After my brothers got to tell their... Read More.

‘TIME’100 names Coco Jones, Keke Palmer, Anderson .Paak among most influential people of 2026

Wednesday, April 15 by ABC News

Coco Jones, Anderson .Paak and Keke Palmer are among the most influential people of 2026, according to the latest TIME100 list. Each was honored with a tribute written by a fellow celebrity.Brian Grazer praised Keke, calling her "the kind of... Read More.

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Taraji P. Henson says she’s amazed to be in ‘Joe Turner’s Come and Gone’

6lack teams with 2 Chainz for ‘Sunday Again’

Durand Bernarr to release another self-titled album in May

Jill Scott to receive honorary doctorate from Berklee College of Music

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame chairman baffled by Mariah Carey’s induction snub

The LOX to perform, Alicia Keys to appear at Tribeca Festival

Kendrick Lamar, SZA’s Grand National Tour wins hip-hop of the year at ‘Pollstar’ Awards

Regina King, Taye Diggs, Chlöe and Coco Jones set for panels at 2026 American Black Film Festival

Snoop Dogg says biopic will come to theaters next year

‘TIME’100 names Coco Jones, Keke Palmer, Anderson .Paak among most influential people of 2026

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