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Deon Cole to return as host for 57th NAACP Image Awards

Thursday, November 20 by ABC News

Deon Cole is coming back for another NAACP Image Awards. He'll be taking on hosting duties at the 57th annual show."BET is honored to continue our longstanding partnership with the NAACP to bring the Image Awards to the world in a way that uplifts... Read More.

De La Soul’s Posdnuos says late member Trugoy the Dove is ‘very much a part of’ new album

Thursday, November 20 by ABC News

De La Soul is gearing up for the release of their first album in nine years, Cabin in the Sky, and Kelvin "Posdnuos" Mercer tells Billboard he's "feeling absolutely beautiful.""I'm really happy and proud of this album, proud of all... Read More.

NLE Choppa, Quavo, Tyga and more to perform at Rolling Loud Australia

Thursday, November 20 by ABC News

The full lineup for Rolling Loud Australia has been unveiled, revealing the artists who will join previously announced headliners Gunna, Sexyy Red and Ken Carson.Among those taking the stage for the festival's return to the continent are Tyga, Swae Lee,... Read More.

Erykah Badu continues ‘Mama’s Gun”s 25th anniversary celebration with Spotify

Thursday, November 20 by ABC News

Erykah Badu reflects on her seminal album Mama's Gun in a conversation with Spotify in honor of its 25th anniversary.Her Anniversary episode finds her chatting with Thundercat and DJ Quik about creating the album, which she... Read More.

Ella Mai announces Did You Miss Me? tour

Thursday, November 20 by ABC News

Did you miss Ella Mai? If so, she has a tour planned just for you.The singer has announced her Did You Miss Me? tour, a six-show run beginning in London on Dec. 7. Ella will then make her way to Amsterdam and Paris, before... Read More.

Apple Music crowns Tyler, The Creator its artist of the year

Thursday, November 20 by ABC News

Tyler, The Creator's impact on music and culture will be celebrated, as he's been named Apple Music's Artist of the Year. A press release states he's had the most worldwide plays, listeners and hours listened on the platform in 2025.Chromakopia... Read More.

ICYMI: Drake, Victoria Monét and Max B

Thursday, November 20 by ABC News

Teyana Taylor isn't the only one attending culinary school. Victoria Monét has announced she's pursuing her "lifelong dream" of becoming a chef. "I've been super passionate about recipes that you can pass down from generation to generation and how food makes people feel when... Read More.

‘Moses the Black’ gets official release date

Thursday, November 20 by ABC News

Omar Epps stars as a Chicago gangster in the upcoming movie Moses the Black, which now has an official release date. Fathom Entertainment announced that it is set to release on Jan. 30, 2026.Moses the Black is inspired by the story of the titular... Read More.

Music Notes: Cardi B baby photos, ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ holiday song and more

Wednesday, November 19 by ABC News

The cast of Alicia Keys' Broadway musical Hell's Kitchen will release a new holiday song called "Hell's Kitchen's A Merry Little Christmas." The Adam Blackstone-produced song, a mash-up of the classic "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" and Alicia's own "The Gospel," features vocals... Read More.

Wu-Tang Clan Monopoly game coming soon

Wednesday, November 19 by ABC News

Wu-Tang Clan is bringing some of their music moments to fans via a newly launched Monopoly game.MONOPOLY®: Wu-Tang Clan Edition will feature tokens representing the Wu-Tang symbol, a microphone and other items from the hip-hop group, as well as poster art from tour stops... Read More.

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Deon Cole to return as host for 57th NAACP Image Awards

De La Soul’s Posdnuos says late member Trugoy the Dove is ‘very much a part of’ new album

NLE Choppa, Quavo, Tyga and more to perform at Rolling Loud Australia

Erykah Badu continues ‘Mama’s Gun”s 25th anniversary celebration with Spotify

Ella Mai announces Did You Miss Me? tour

Apple Music crowns Tyler, The Creator its artist of the year

ICYMI: Drake, Victoria Monét and Max B

‘Moses the Black’ gets official release date

Music Notes: Cardi B baby photos, ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ holiday song and more

Wu-Tang Clan Monopoly game coming soon

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