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‘Dreamgirls’ revival set to hit Broadway in fall 2026

Monday, September 15 by ABC News

Dreamgirls is making its Broadway return.A new revival of the hit 1981 musical is set to debut in New York City in fall 2026, four producers announced in a press release on Monday.The show, which focuses on a young Black female singing trio's rise to... Read More.

50 Cent gives fans glimpse of him preparing for upcoming movie ‘Street Fighters’

Monday, September 15 by ABC News

50 Cent is giving fans a visual of his level of discipline as he prepares for his role as Balrog in the live-action adaptation of Street Fighter.He shared a clip on Instagram of him jumping rope while dressed as his character. “I... Read More.

Jeezy announces Las Vegas residency, new ‘Gangsta Grillz’ project with DJ Drama

Monday, September 15 by ABC News

Jeezy recently ended his TM:101 Live tour, but the symphonic experience will continue in the form of a Las Vegas residency. He shared the news at a recent press conference, noting the shows will feature a 101-piece orchestra — a... Read More.

Mariah the Scientist announces Hearts Sold Separately tour

Monday, September 15 by ABC News

Mariah the Scientist will be going on tour in support of her new album, Hearts Sold Separately, home of her Hot 100 single "Burning Blue." She'll be kicking off the new year on the road with 36 dates scheduled from January to April. The trek... Read More.

Phylicia Rashad honors ‘Cosby Show’ costar Malcolm-Jamal Warner at 77th Emmys

Monday, September 15 by ABC News

The Cosby Show star Phylicia Rashad introduced the in memoriam segment at the 77th Emmys Sunday night, honoring her co-star Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who drowned in Costa Rica in July.“He was a beloved teenager in an iconic television series who the world watched grow into... Read More.

Cardi B hosts pop-up event in Washington Heights ahead of upcoming album

Monday, September 15 by ABC News

Cardi B held an event Saturday at a Washington Heights bodega. Announced on Instagram, the Bodega Baddies pop-up, named after an upcoming single, took place at Cloud Deli on West 159th Street in New York City.Cardi pulled up in a car and spent her time interacting... Read More.

ICYMI: Toosii, Latto, Usher and more

Monday, September 15 by ABC News

Toosii's hard work on the football field is paying off. He announced Sunday that he received an offer to play NCAA football at Sacramento State University. “Man the lord is powerful,” he wrote on his socials, alongside photos of him... Read More.

Mya talks comeback singles ‘Face to Face’ and ‘Give It To Me’

Monday, September 15 by ABC News

Mya has ushered in her new musical era with singles “Face to Face” and “Give It To Me.” The songs have different vibes, reflecting the different sides of the R&B star.“['Face to Face' is] just an extension of the way I write music these days,” she... Read More.

Ella Mai drops ‘Tell Her’ music video

Friday, September 12 by ABC News

Ella Mai has released a visual for her new song, "Tell Her."The video finds her singing in different areas of an office in various professional looks. As she sits behind a desk, makes photocopies or picks up the phone for a call, she implores her lover... Read More.

New Music Friday: Jermaine Dupri, Ice Cube, Coi Leray and more

Friday, September 12 by ABC News

Ledisi teamed with Gregory Porter for "You Got What It Takes." It's their remake of the song by Brook Benton and Dinah Washington, who Ledisi honors with her forthcoming album, For Dinah. "'You've Got What It Takes’ was a must... Read More.

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‘Dreamgirls’ revival set to hit Broadway in fall 2026

50 Cent gives fans glimpse of him preparing for upcoming movie ‘Street Fighters’

Jeezy announces Las Vegas residency, new ‘Gangsta Grillz’ project with DJ Drama

Mariah the Scientist announces Hearts Sold Separately tour

Phylicia Rashad honors ‘Cosby Show’ costar Malcolm-Jamal Warner at 77th Emmys

ICYMI: Toosii, Latto, Usher and more

Mya talks comeback singles ‘Face to Face’ and ‘Give It To Me’

Ella Mai drops ‘Tell Her’ music video

New Music Friday: Jermaine Dupri, Ice Cube, Coi Leray and more

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