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New Music Friday: Ella Mai, RZA + Juice Crew and more

Friday, February 6 by ABC News

Ella Mai has released her new album, Do You Still Love Me? Executive produced by Mustard, the project features 14 tracks, including previously released singles "100," "Little Things" and "Tell Her." Do You Still Love Me? is on streaming platforms.... Read More.

Police find body believed to be Lil Jon’s son

Friday, February 6 by ABC News

Police have found a body they believe may be Lil Jon's son, Nathan "DJ Young Slade" Smith.The Milton Police Department said in a statement Friday that the body was found Friday morning by divers with the Cherokee County Fire Department... Read More.

Normani says she’s ‘more motivated and inspired than ever’ has she works on new music

Friday, February 6 by ABC News

Normani's latest update might be the "Dopamine" her fans needed.The singer, one of the cover stars of the 2026 edition of SI Swimwear, spoke to the publication about new music, which she confirmed is "in the... Read More.

It’s a Cole World as J. Cole releases highly anticipated album ‘The Fall-Off’

Friday, February 6 by ABC News

"The real is back. The Ville is back" with the release of J. Cole's long-awaited album, The Fall-Off.The album, which was 10 years in the making, arrives as a double disc, with each side featuring 11 songs and a bonus... Read More.

Coco Jones says she’s a vessel representing what ‘Lift Every Voice and Sing’ means to Black culture

Friday, February 6 by ABC News

Coco Jones is set to give fans a "Taste" of Black history on Sunday when she performs "Lift Every Voice and Sing" during the Super Bowl pregame show - a responsibility she approached with care and research."Something that I like to do to really... Read More.

Brandy headed on the road in support of upcoming memoir

Friday, February 6 by ABC News

After traveling across the U.S. for the Boy is Mine Tour, Brandy is hitting the road again - this time for a different kind of tour. The singer has announced A Conversation With Brandy: Phases Book Tour in support of her upcoming memoir, Phases:... Read More.

Ziggy Marley pays tribute to dad Bob Marley with new song

Thursday, February 5 by ABC News

Reggae legend Bob Marley would have turned 81 on Friday, and in celebration of his father, Grammy-winning singer Ziggy Marley has dropped the new song "Many Mourn For Bob." The track is the first song Ziggy has ever written specifically dedicated to his father,... Read More.

50 Cent stars in DoorDash’s Big Beef campaign, including subtle nods to Diddy

Thursday, February 5 by ABC News

DoorDash has tapped 50 Cent to star in a new ad that leans into his reputation as an internet troll. He appears in the brand's Big Beef campaign, a play on feuds, food and the idea that "Big Game rivalries... Read More.

Is Mariah Carey singing this 1958 hit at the Olympics opening ceremony?

Thursday, February 5 by ABC News

Mariah Carey will take the stage Friday in Milan for the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics, but it appears we already know what she's going to be performing.Local media in Italy reported that video of... Read More.

Keke Palmer to host ‘Billboard’ Women in Music 2026

Thursday, February 5 by ABC News

Keke Palmer will flex her hosting skills as master of ceremonies for the Billboard Women in Music event. The multihyphenate will pull double duty, also taking the stage as one of the night's performers. "Women in Music is about recognizing success and possibility," Billboard's... Read More.

Urban AC

New Music Friday: Ella Mai, RZA + Juice Crew and more

Police find body believed to be Lil Jon’s son

Normani says she’s ‘more motivated and inspired than ever’ has she works on new music

It’s a Cole World as J. Cole releases highly anticipated album ‘The Fall-Off’

Coco Jones says she’s a vessel representing what ‘Lift Every Voice and Sing’ means to Black culture

Brandy headed on the road in support of upcoming memoir

Ziggy Marley pays tribute to dad Bob Marley with new song

50 Cent stars in DoorDash’s Big Beef campaign, including subtle nods to Diddy

Is Mariah Carey singing this 1958 hit at the Olympics opening ceremony?

Keke Palmer to host ‘Billboard’ Women in Music 2026

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