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Victoria Monét, Sony Music Group celebrate rebuilding school music program following LA wildfires

Thursday, January 29 by Lakes Media Music News

Victoria Monét teamed up with Sony Music Group to host a special event Wednesday at Eliot Arts Magnet School, where Sony helped rebuild the school's music education program after it was destroyed in the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires.According to a... Read More.

Ray J opens up about health issues following recent hospitalization

Wednesday, January 28 by Lakes Media Music News

Ray J has responded to reports about his recent hospitalization, sharing an update on his health.In a video posted to Instagram Sunday, he revealed his heart is only "beating like 25%.""I want to thank everybody for praying for me. I... Read More.

Mr. Telephone Man, New Edition has kicked off their tour

Wednesday, January 28 by Lakes Media Music News

Ronnie DeVoe, Bobby Brown, Ricky Bell, Michael Bivins, Ralph Tresvant and Johnny Gill are hitting the road, and they're doing it the New Edition Way.The New Edition Way tour launches Wednesday and will feature the group performing on an immersive 360-degree stage, alongside co-headliners... Read More.

Music Notes: GloRilla and Mustard, Kendrick Lamar and more

Tuesday, January 27 by Lakes Media Music News

After sitting on the sidelines for several NBA games, including those of her boyfriend Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram, GloRilla will now be showing off her own basketball skills. She and Mustard are set to compete in the 2026 Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game... Read More.

Lizzo sets residency at Blue Note Jazz Club in NY and LA

Tuesday, January 27 by Lakes Media Music News

Lizzo is taking it back to the clubs.The Grammy-winning star will play a total of 12 shows at the intimate Blue Note Jazz Club in both New York City and Los Angeles. During the shows, she'll perform "unique jazz and flute arrangements" of her... Read More.

‘The Blind Side’ actor Quinton Aaron on life support with blood infection

Tuesday, January 27 by Lakes Media Music News

The Blind Side actor Quinton Aaron is hospitalized and fighting for his life but showing "positive" signs, according to his former manager.The actor, who starred in the Oscar-nominated film about the life of former NFL player Michael Oher, is currently on life support with... Read More.

‘One Battle After Another,’ ‘Sinners’ among top BAFTA 2026 nominees

Tuesday, January 27 by Lakes Media Music News

Lights, camera, awards season.Nominees for the 2026 British Academy Film Awards, or BAFTAs - colloquially referred to as the British Oscars - were announced Tuesday ahead of the awards ceremony next month on Feb. 22.One Battle After Another leads the way with 14 nominations... Read More.

Ne-Yo and Akon announce Nights Like This tour

Tuesday, January 27 by Lakes Media Music News

Ne-Yo and Akon have joined forces for their upcoming Nights Like This tour. The two will travel to 57 cities, entertaining fans with a back-and-forth set and classics from their discographies.The set list will include performances of Ne-Yo's "So Sick," "Closer" and "Miss Independent,"... Read More.

Darryl ‘DMC’ McDaniels opens up about sobriety journey: ‘All I need to do is be happy with who I am’

Tuesday, January 27 by Lakes Media Music News

Darryl "DMC" McDaniels has been sober since 2004, and he's open about what contributed to his past substance abuse. In an interview with People, the Run-DMC member says the pressure of maintaining the group's success played a major role."All of... Read More.

Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire announce new Sing a Song All Night Long tour dates

Monday, January 26 by Lakes Media Music News

Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire are teaming up once again for a new leg of their Sing a Song All Night Long tour.The 26-city trek kicks off June 24 in St. Paul, Minnesota, and hits such cities as Chicago, Boston, New York,... Read More.

Coco Jones says 2026 Grammy nod for ‘Why Not More?’ feels different: ‘That was my biggest leap’

Monday, January 26 by Lakes Media Music News

When the 2026 Grammy nominations were announced, Coco Jones scored a best R&B album nomination for her debut, Why Not More? Though it's her eighth nomination to date, she says it feels a little different from the recognition she received for her song "Here... Read More.

Delroy Lindo opens up after receiving 1st Oscar nomination at 73

Friday, January 23 by Lakes Media Music News

Acclaimed actor Delroy Lindo is opening up about receiving his first Oscar nomination at the age of 73."It feels terrific," Lindo said on Good Morning America Friday. "I'm still processing, if I'm really honest, but it's wonderful. And part of my response has to... Read More.

Ray J opens up about health issues following recent hospitalization

Mr. Telephone Man, New Edition has kicked off their tour

Music Notes: GloRilla and Mustard, Kendrick Lamar and more

Lizzo sets residency at Blue Note Jazz Club in NY and LA

‘The Blind Side’ actor Quinton Aaron on life support with blood infection

‘One Battle After Another,’ ‘Sinners’ among top BAFTA 2026 nominees

Ne-Yo and Akon announce Nights Like This tour

Darryl ‘DMC’ McDaniels opens up about sobriety journey: ‘All I need to do is be happy with who I am’

Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire announce new Sing a Song All Night Long tour dates

Coco Jones says 2026 Grammy nod for ‘Why Not More?’ feels different: ‘That was my biggest leap’

Delroy Lindo opens up after receiving 1st Oscar nomination at 73

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