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Nia Long and Larenz Tate reunite for romantic drama for Netflix

Thursday, October 16 by ABC News

Love Jones' iconic duo Nia Long and Larenz Tate will work together again on an untitled romantic drama that has been greenlit by Netflix.Though the logline hasn't been disclosed, inspiration for the film came from Maxwell's debut album, Maxwell’s Urban Hang Suite. Kay Oyegun penned the script; Eugene Ashe is signed... Read More.

Documentary about Pras Michél’s path from Fugees star to convicted spy in the works

Thursday, October 16 by ABC News

Pras Michél has teamed with Mark Wahlberg for a documentary about his journey from member of the Grammy-winning Fugees to a target in the 1 Malaysia Development Berhad scandal.The case alleges he laundered money that financier Jho Low stole from Malaysia's state-owned investment fund, 1MDB,... Read More.

Janelle Monáe announces lineup for Wondaween 2025

Thursday, October 16 by ABC News

Janelle Monáe's love for Halloween has manifested itself into Wondaween 2025, a series of events taking place in Los Angeles to celebrate the spooky holiday. The schedule features a festival, movie screenings, a concert, game night and more.Kicking the fun off is Janelle's Monáe Manor,... Read More.

Hit-Boy says title for upcoming album ‘Software Update’ came after an update in his life

Thursday, October 16 by ABC News

Hit-Boy has two albums on the way: Goldfish, his collaboration with The Alchemist, and Software Update. Speaking to Billboard about the latter, he says the title was inspired by moves he's made to improve his life."Man, it’s just been years of me trying... Read More.

Music Notes: Ice Spice, Doechii, Cardi B and more

Wednesday, October 15 by ABC News

Ice Spice has released the music video for her single "Baddie Baddie." She reunited with The Evil Twins, who directed the visuals for “Gimmie A Light,” “Deli” and more, for the new video, which finds her strutting down the sidewalk, attending fashion... Read More.

Cardi B says she’s ‘very proud’ of the response to ‘Am I the Drama?’

Wednesday, October 15 by ABC News

Cardi B is pleased with the performance of her Am I the Drama? album thus far. The album debuted atop the Billboard 200 after earning 200,000 album equivalent units in its first week — a number she says she's proud of, despite what others think."It's been such... Read More.

Solange Knowles appointed first scholar in residence at USC Thornton School of Music

Wednesday, October 15 by ABC News

Solange Knowles is ready to share her knowledge with students at the University of Southern California Thornton School of Music, where she's been named its first scholar in residence, Los Angeles Times reports. As part of her three-year residency, she... Read More.

Summer Walker announces release date for ‘Finally Over It’

Wednesday, October 15 by ABC News

The countdown for Summer Walker's Finally Over It album can now begin, as she's announced the release date for the project.Finally Over It is set to release Nov. 14, completing the third and final installation of her Over It series.She shared the news during... Read More.

Lauryn Hill, Beyoncé and Justin Timberlake pay homage to D’Angelo

Wednesday, October 15 by ABC News

Lauryn Hill regrets not spending more time with D'Angelo, she reveals in a tribute to the late singer. Following his death due to pancreatic cancer Tuesday morning, Hill, who collaborated with D'Angelo on her song "Nothing Even Matters," shared some words about his craft, and the impact he... Read More.

ICYMI: Playboi Carti + Kendrick Lamar, Kid Cudi and more

Wednesday, October 15 by ABC News

Playboi Carti surprised fans at his tour stop in Los Angeles with an appearance by Kendrick Lamar. K. Dot joined him at the Crypto.com Arena Tuesday night for a performance of their song "Good Credit." The song is part of... Read More.

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