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Brandy says she wrote memoir ‘to give my inner child a process to heal’

Wednesday, April 1 by ABC News

Brandy recently added author to her resume, as she released her memoir, Phrases. Speaking to Robin Roberts on Good Morning America, she spoke about why she chose to open up about her life."To give my younger self a voice. To... Read More.

Jagged Edge, Dru Hill, Kirk Franklin, Jodeci to perform at 56th annual Hampton Jazz & Music Festival

Wednesday, April 1 by ABC News

The Hampton Jazz & Music Festival celebrates 56 years with the 2026 iteration of the event, taking place June 26-28 at the Hampton Coliseum in Hampton, Virginia. According to the lineup, it's continuing to bring together folks of different generations and artists from various... Read More.

Daniel Caesar announces ‘Son of Spergy’ tour

Wednesday, April 1 by ABC News

Daniel Caesar is bringing his Son of Spergy album on the road. He's announced his first headlining arena tour, which is currently comprised of 30 dates across Asia and North America. It will kick off May 16 and come to an end on Aug.... Read More.

Megan Thee Stallion discharged from hospital after becoming ‘very ill’ during Broadway show

Wednesday, April 1 by ABC News

Megan Thee Stallion has been discharged from the hospital after becoming "very ill" during a Broadway performance on Tuesday.The rapper and songwriter was hospitalized Tuesday night after "experiencing concerning symptoms" during a performance of Moulin Rouge!, a spokesperson told ABC News in a statement... Read More.

Megan Thee Stallion hospitalized after becoming ‘very ill’ during Broadway show

Wednesday, April 1 by ABC News

Megan Thee Stallion was hospitalized Tuesday night after becoming "very ill" during her Broadway performance as Zidler in Moulin Rouge! The Musical.A statement shared with ABC News on behalf of her spokesperson read, "During Tuesday night's production, Megan started feeling very ill and was... Read More.

T.I. says it’s ‘wild to think that’ his album ‘King’ is 20 years old

Wednesday, April 1 by ABC News

T.I.'s fourth studio album, King, has turned 20, and in a conversation with Billboard, he reflected on how quickly time has passed."When I think about 2006, I think that it's crazy that it's 20 years ago," he said. "It's wild... Read More.

Kid Cudi taking on the role of big bro in new series

Tuesday, March 31 by ABC News

Kid Cudi is making his way back to your screens, this time for a digital series titled Big Bro With Kid Cudi.He stars in the weekly series, which finds him chatting with his celebrity friends about their respective journeys."This is where I invite my... Read More.

Snoop Dogg to kick things off at Long Beach’s new live music venue, Long Beach Amphitheater

Tuesday, March 31 by ABC News

A new live music venue will open in Long Beach, California, in June, so who better to help kick things off than a musician from the area?Snoop Dogg will headline the grand opening event for the Long Beach Amphitheater, taking place on June 6."Opening... Read More.

Ye to return as headliner for 2026 Wireless Festival

Tuesday, March 31 by ABC News

Ye's 2026 just got a bit busier with three new shows added to his summer schedule. He's secured a headlining gig for London's 2026 Wireless Festival, where he last performed as a headliner in 2014.He's set to take the stage... Read More.

Mariah the Scientist to join Kali Uchis on the road

Tuesday, March 31 by ABC News

Mariah the Scientist is "Burning Blue" and tour hopping, too.The rapper was announced as the special guest on all dates of Kali Uchis' newly announced Kali Uchis: For The Girls Tour, which runs from May 26 to Aug. 8 and features opener Laila! on... Read More.

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Brandy says she wrote memoir ‘to give my inner child a process to heal’

Jagged Edge, Dru Hill, Kirk Franklin, Jodeci to perform at 56th annual Hampton Jazz & Music Festival

Daniel Caesar announces ‘Son of Spergy’ tour

Megan Thee Stallion discharged from hospital after becoming ‘very ill’ during Broadway show

Megan Thee Stallion hospitalized after becoming ‘very ill’ during Broadway show

T.I. says it’s ‘wild to think that’ his album ‘King’ is 20 years old

Kid Cudi taking on the role of big bro in new series

Snoop Dogg to kick things off at Long Beach’s new live music venue, Long Beach Amphitheater

Ye to return as headliner for 2026 Wireless Festival

Mariah the Scientist to join Kali Uchis on the road

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