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Mýa announces 10th studio album, ‘Retrospect’

Tuesday, February 3 by Lakes Media Music News

Mýa is reflecting on the music that shaped her as she prepares to release her upcoming 10th studio album, Retrospect. The project marks her first studio album in eight years, though it has been in the works since 2016.According to a press release, the... Read More.

SZA talks Grammy win, addresses Cher’s announcement mishap

Monday, February 2 by Lakes Media Music News

SZA added another Grammy to her collection Sunday night, winning best rap melodic performance for her feature on Kendrick Lamar's "luther." Though she appeared surprised, she said she's thrilled about the win."I literally did not expect to win. I just feel like the records... Read More.

Earth, Wind & Fire’s Ralph Johnson reflects on band’s success in upcoming book

Monday, February 2 by Lakes Media Music News

Earth, Wind & Fire's story will be told from the perspective of group member Ralph Johnson. He's set to release a book titled Rhythm & Fire: A Life in Harmony with Earth, Wind & Fire about the band's journey, including their rise to fame,... Read More.

Grammys 2026: Kendrick Lamar becomes most decorated rapper

Monday, February 2 by Lakes Media Music News

Kendrick Lamar returned to the 68th annual Grammy Awards Sunday night and made history as the most awarded rapper of all time. The night's most-nominated artist, he took home best rap album and record of the year for "luther" featuring SZA; best melodic rap... Read More.

MusiCares Person of the Year Mariah Carey saluted by Foo Fighters, Teddy Swims, Adam Lambert & more

Saturday, January 31 by Lakes Media Music News

Who would've thought Mariah Carey's never-released grunge album would be part of her tribute at this year's MusiCares Person of the Year gala?At the Friday night event in Los Angeles artists from multiple genres lined up to pay tribute to Mimi, who was being... Read More.

The Recording Academy Honors celebrates Pharrell, Brandy and Kirk Franklin

Friday, January 30 by Lakes Media Music News

The Black Music Collective's Recording Academy Honors took place in Los Angeles Thursday, celebrating Pharrell, Brandy and Kirk Franklin.Pharrell received the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award following a speech by Tyler, The Creator, who called him his "North Star" and... Read More.

New Music Friday: DaBaby, Mýa, Don Toliver and more

Friday, January 30 by Lakes Media Music News

DaBaby has released his fifth studio album, Be More Grateful. It features 23 tracks, as well as his daughter Twin, and guests Hunxho and Coi Leray. The album, according to a press release, "captures the many sides of the rapper's... Read More.

Ty Dolla $ign’s pre-Grammy celebration featured special message from will.i.am.

Friday, January 30 by Lakes Media Music News

Ty Dolla $ign hosted a star-studded pre-Grammys celebration with his EZMNY Records label Wednesday.Ty Dolla $ign & Friends - The EZMNY Jamm Jam was designed to celebrate Grammy nominations for Ty, as well as EZMNY artists Leon Thomas and Bizzy. The event featured... Read More.

Bruno Mars to perform on Grammy Awards, serve as Record Store Day ambassador

Friday, January 30 by Lakes Media Music News

It's hard to imagine a Grammy Awards ceremony without Bruno Mars - after all, he's won more than 30 Grammys in his career. So it's not surprising that he'll join his duet partners Lady Gaga and ROSÉ at the ceremony Sunday night.The official... Read More.

Mariah Carey talks giving back and longevity in music industry

Friday, January 30 by Lakes Media Music News

Mariah Carey comes from humble beginnings, which is why she intentionally feeds people with her music. The singer tells Billboard she makes music to love, heal and uplift."I've always tried to incorporate messages into my songs like 'Make It Happen'... Read More.

Victoria Monét calls on music industry to exercise ‘ethical gatekeeping and purpose-driven nepotism’

Thursday, January 29 by Lakes Media Music News

Victoria Monét made an appearance at the Black Music Action Coalition Music Maker Dinner hosted by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis and used her platform to call out gatekeeping and nepotism in the music industry."The music industry exercises both extensively, but I feel like... Read More.

ICYMI: Pusha T, Rihanna and more

Thursday, January 29 by Lakes Media Music News

Clipse made it onto a Jeopardy question, a moment Pusha T says his late grandmother would be proud of. He shared a clip of the show on Instagram in which Clipse is mentioned in the clue. "Hey Shank (my grandmother in heaven) we made... Read More.

Mýa announces 10th studio album, ‘Retrospect’

SZA talks Grammy win, addresses Cher’s announcement mishap

Earth, Wind & Fire’s Ralph Johnson reflects on band’s success in upcoming book

Grammys 2026: Kendrick Lamar becomes most decorated rapper

MusiCares Person of the Year Mariah Carey saluted by Foo Fighters, Teddy Swims, Adam Lambert & more

The Recording Academy Honors celebrates Pharrell, Brandy and Kirk Franklin

New Music Friday: DaBaby, Mýa, Don Toliver and more

Ty Dolla $ign’s pre-Grammy celebration featured special message from will.i.am.

Bruno Mars to perform on Grammy Awards, serve as Record Store Day ambassador

Mariah Carey talks giving back and longevity in music industry

Victoria Monét calls on music industry to exercise ‘ethical gatekeeping and purpose-driven nepotism’

ICYMI: Pusha T, Rihanna and more

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