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Doug Rasheed recalls Stevie Wonder turning down initial version of Coolio’s ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’

Tuesday, September 2 by ABC News

It's been 30 years since Coolio released his most popular hit, "Gangsta's Paradise," but producer Doug Rasheed admits there was a time when he didn't think the song would see the light of day. Speaking to ABC Audio, he recalls his thoughts after learning Stevie Wonder refused to approve the sample... Read More.

Rihanna’s 20th anniversary merch now available for preorder

Friday, August 29 by ABC News

Twenty years ago Friday — Aug. 29, 2005 — Rihanna released her debut album, Music of the Sun, featuring her first hit, "Pon de Replay." To celebrate her two-decade music career, she's put some special merch up for sale and also announced a vinyl box set.The... Read More.

New Music Friday: DJ Khaled, Fridayy, Ella Mai and more

Friday, August 29 by ABC News

DJ Khaled has unveiled two new songs, his first new music in three years. “You Remind Me” features Vybz Kartel, Buju Banton, Mavado, Bounty Killer, Rorystonelove and Kaylan Arnold, while “Brother” features Post Malone and YoungBoy Never Broke Again. Khaled’s 14th studio album, Aalam of God, is coming soon and is available for preorder now.Fridayy has released his new single, Read More.

Leon Thomas covers Bon Iver, named artist ambassador for Music Advocacy Day

Friday, August 29 by ABC News

It’s the cover you didn’t know you needed. Leon Thomas has put his own spin on folk singer-songwriter Bon Iver’s “Holocene.”In a video posted to TikTok, the “MUTT” singer delivers a haunting and soulful rendition of the track under the glow of blue lighting. The song is... Read More.

Mya says it’s ‘a blessing’ to celebrate 25 years of ‘Fear of Flying’

Friday, August 29 by ABC News

When Mya took the stage at the BET Awards 2025, it was more than just a throwback to the 106 & Park video countdown show. It was a celebration of her song "Case of the Ex," which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. Fear of Flying, the album it... Read More.

John Legend to feature in new MGM+ docuseries ‘Words + Music’

Thursday, August 28 by ABC News

John Legend performs at The O2 Arena on June 01, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Joseph Okpako/WireImage)It's like MTV Unplugged crossed with VH1 Storytellers— with some new technology added in.Words + Music, a new TV series based on the Audible audio series of the same name, is... Read More.

Previously unreleased Roberta Flack song ‘Eternally’ out now

Thursday, August 28 by ABC News

Courtesy Shock InkRoberta Flack’s music is eternal.A previously unreleased track by the late legend has been released, appropriately titled “Eternally.” The song was recorded in 1997, and while Flack often performed it in concert and expressed wanting to release it, it didn't become a reality until... Read More.

Michael Jai White says love story in ‘Trouble Man’ was inspired by his own

Thursday, August 28 by ABC News

Art imitates life in Michael Jai White’s movie Trouble Man. The story follows his character, private investigator Jaxen, as he goes on a quest to find missing R&B star Jahari. Michael says his character's romantic encounter with ex-girlfriend Gina, played by his wife of nearly 10 years, Gillian... Read More.

Rihanna celebrating 20th anniversary of her debut album

Wednesday, August 27 by ABC News

Rihanna is celebrating the 20th anniversary of her debut album, Music of the Sun.The singer’s website reveals that a new merch line celebrating the milestone is set to drop on Friday, 20 years to the day that the original album was released. The post urges fans to... Read More.

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Doug Rasheed recalls Stevie Wonder turning down initial version of Coolio’s ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’

Rihanna’s 20th anniversary merch now available for preorder

New Music Friday: DJ Khaled, Fridayy, Ella Mai and more

Leon Thomas covers Bon Iver, named artist ambassador for Music Advocacy Day

Mya says it’s ‘a blessing’ to celebrate 25 years of ‘Fear of Flying’

John Legend to feature in new MGM+ docuseries ‘Words + Music’

Previously unreleased Roberta Flack song ‘Eternally’ out now

Michael Jai White says love story in ‘Trouble Man’ was inspired by his own

Rihanna celebrating 20th anniversary of her debut album

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