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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.

Singer D4vd arrested after teen found dead in his Tesla: Police

Thursday, April 16 by ABC News

The singer D4vd has been arrested in connection with the death of a teenage girl whose decomposing body was discovered in September in the trunk of a towed Tesla registered to the singer, the Los Angeles Police Department told ABC News.Officials said D4vd, whose... Read More.

Music Notes: Sexyy Red, ‘All American”s final season and more

Thursday, April 16 by ABC News

It's not yet Friday, but Sexyy Red has a new album on streaming services. Yo Favorite Trappa Favorite Rappa dropped on the rapper's birthday Wednesday. It features 18 tracks and guests Metro Boomin, Key Glock, ATL Jacob and more. She... 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.

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.

Rick Ross says Drake has ‘a lot of issues’ to address before reconciliation

Thursday, April 16 by ABC News

Rick Ross and Drake have been on the outs for some time, but Rick says reconciliation is only possible if Drake does the work."Homie got a lot of issues he got to address. I'ma leave it right there," he told the Read More.

Tyler Perry to be honored at 2026 Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards

Wednesday, April 15 by ABC News

Tyler Perry will be recognized at the 2026 Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards. He will receive the Innovator Award, given "to an individual who has transformed a specific genre of the entertainment industry" and demonstrated "longevity and consistency in their field," according to a press... Read More.

Cardi B surprises Florida crowd with special guests Ozuna, Vybz Kartel and Trina

Wednesday, April 15 by ABC News

Fans at Cardi B's Little Miss Drama Tour on Tuesday night were treated to not one but three surprise guests. Joining the rapper onstage at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida, were Ozuna, Vybz Kartel and Miami's own Trina.Ozuna took... 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.

ICYMI: Megan Thee Stallion, Isaiah Rashad and more

Wednesday, April 15 by ABC News

With summertime coming, Megan Thee Stallion has launched a second collection of her Hot Girl Summer swimwear. The line was designed by Megan, and now includes options for men and pets. It's available at Walmart and Read More.

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