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Nightly lineup for 2026 ‘Essence’ Festival unveiled

Thursday, May 7 by ABC News

The star-studded lineup for Essence Festival 2026 has been divided into three nights.Kicking things off the first night, July 3, is Cardi B, who will be making her Essence festival debut, along with Latto and Kehlani, who will give fans a taste of their... Read More.

Rapper Kodak Black arrested on drug trafficking charge

Thursday, May 7 by ABC News

Rapper Kodak Black was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly trafficking MDMA in Florida last year, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.The 28-year-old artist, born Bill Kapri, is awaiting a court hearing Thursday afternoon on his drug trafficking charge for the alleged incident that... Read More.

Big Freedia announces upcoming EP with SOPHIE

Thursday, May 7 by ABC News

Big Freedia has announced an EP with the late British producer, DJ, songwriter and trans rights activist SOPHIE. The untitled project will feature three songs created at SOPHIE's home studio in LA, with Freedia writing the lyrics and SOPHIE handling production. The tracks were... Read More.

ICYMI: Drake, JID and Coolio

Thursday, May 7 by ABC News

JID has revealed that his father recently passed away, sharing a post on Instagram in his honor. "Recently buried my father, my family is extremely heart broken and I aint even wana post this but he deserves to be honored,"... Read More.

Akon’s ‘Beautiful Day’ album spotlights rising artists, shares message of positivity

Thursday, May 7 by ABC News

Akon's new album, Beautiful Day, bridges cultures, genres and generations with a wide range of collaborators, including R&B artist SIMIEN, dance electronic DJ/producer Ochok and others he's actively helping to spotlight. Akon told ABC Audio he's committed to supporting new artists following his own... Read More.

Offset and Quavo revive Migos Instagram page

Wednesday, May 6 by ABC News

Offset and Quavo have revived the Migos Instagram account after nearly two years, continuing to fuel rumors about their reunion and upcoming music. In their first post since February 2024, they shared three photos of them together.The post arrives on... Read More.

FLO announces new album, ‘Therapy at the Club’

Wednesday, May 6 by ABC News

FLO is releasing a new album titled Therapy at the Club. According to Billboard, a press release states the sophomore project will include "dark, euphoric R&B and pop with diaristic storytelling" while covering themes including "desire, heartbreak, confidence and healing... Read More.

Usher teams with Boys & Girls Clubs for initiative to advance careers in entertainment

Wednesday, May 6 by ABC News

Usher continues to invest in the next generation of leaders through his New Look nonprofit organization, which has partnered with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Detroit to launch a new initiative for teens and young adults pursuing careers in the entertainment trades.Entertainment Industry... Read More.

Drake freezes The Embassy to promote ‘Iceman’

Wednesday, May 6 by ABC News

With Iceman due out in a few days, the latest thing getting iced out is Drake's mansion. Photos shared by the Drake Related site shows various rooms in The Embassy covered in frost as part of the album's promotion.One image... Read More.

Mary J. Blige reflects on healing, legacy as she launches Las Vegas residency

Wednesday, May 6 by ABC News

Mary J. Blige is stepping into a new chapter, and she says it's been a long time coming.After more than three decades in music, the Grammy-winning artist is headlining her first Las Vegas residency, a milestone she describes as both earned and deeply personal.Speaking... Read More.

Urban AC

Nightly lineup for 2026 ‘Essence’ Festival unveiled

Rapper Kodak Black arrested on drug trafficking charge

Big Freedia announces upcoming EP with SOPHIE

ICYMI: Drake, JID and Coolio

Akon’s ‘Beautiful Day’ album spotlights rising artists, shares message of positivity

Offset and Quavo revive Migos Instagram page

FLO announces new album, ‘Therapy at the Club’

Usher teams with Boys & Girls Clubs for initiative to advance careers in entertainment

Drake freezes The Embassy to promote ‘Iceman’

Mary J. Blige reflects on healing, legacy as she launches Las Vegas residency

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