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Tone Stith says seeing ‘Fly’ chart and resonate with fans ‘has been the payoff’ in new chapter of his journey

Wednesday, April 15 by Lakes Media Music News

Tone Stith is flying up the radio charts with his latest single, "Fly," just as he's doing in his personal life. He tells ABC Audio the record is deeply tied to his personal journey."'Fly' was definitely written based off of my experience in my... Read More.

Rihanna to be honored at 2026 Edison Awards

Tuesday, April 14 by Lakes Media Music News

Rihanna's hard work will be recognized at the 2026 Edison Awards. The awards ceremony, dubbed the Oscars of Innovation, celebrates "realized innovation, excellence in product design, breakthrough services, and the visionary thinkers reimagining the future," according to its website."We are... Read More.

Jennifer Hudson to return to ‘American Idol’ as guest judge and mentor

Tuesday, April 14 by Lakes Media Music News

Jennifer Hudson is set to return to the show that introduced her to the world. She will appear on American Idol's Disney Night episode, serving as guest judge and mentor for the nine finalists who will take the stage to perform iconic Disney songs.Her... Read More.

Dates for Chris Brown and Usher’s R&B Tour revealed

Tuesday, April 14 by Lakes Media Music News

Chris Brown and Usher have unveiled the dates for their upcoming R&B Tour.They'll be singing and dancing across North America for 33 dates, kicking things off on June 26 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. They will also... Read More.

BigXthaPlug, Leon Thomas, Olivia Dean and more nominated for American Music Awards

Tuesday, April 14 by Lakes Media Music News

Teyana Taylor, BigXthaPlug, Leon Thomas and Olivia Dean are one step closer to winning an American Music Award, as they've earned their first-ever nominations for the 2026 show.Teyana is nominated for best female R&B artist, while BigXthaPlug picked up three nods: best country song... Read More.

Earth, Wind & Fire documentary to open 25th anniversary Tribeca Festival

Tuesday, April 14 by Lakes Media Music News

Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson's documentary about R&B legends Earth, Wind & Fire is set to open the 25th anniversary Tribeca Festival in New York City.Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial VS That's the Weight of the World) will have its world premiere on June... Read More.

Wu-Tang Clan, Queen Latifah, MC Lyte, Luther Vandross officially named 2026 Rock & Roll of Hame inductees

Monday, April 13 by Lakes Media Music News

"Wu-Tang Clan ain't nuthin' ta f*** wit!" The legendary group has been announced as part of the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class.They will be inducted in the performer category for creating music with "originality, impact, and influence that has changed the... Read More.

Music Notes: Eminem, Queen Latifah and Drake

Monday, April 13 by Lakes Media Music News

Eminem has an update for his fans: he has some new music on the way. He shared a selfie on X Monday with the caption, "New album coming soon." His last album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce),... Read More.

Lil Jon announces upcoming memoir, ‘I Only Shout So You Can Hear Me’

Monday, April 13 by Lakes Media Music News

"Snap Yo Fingers" and get ready to learn a little more about Lil Jon. He's telling his life story in an upcoming memoir titled I Only Shout So You Can Hear Me, set to arrive on Oct. 20 via Black Privilege Publishing, an imprint... Read More.

SZA denies she was paid to be Justin Bieber’s Coachella standby

Monday, April 13 by Lakes Media Music News

Justin Bieber's Coachella performance made headlines, but if he had ended up dropping out, SZA wants you to know that she wouldn't have stepped in.SZA jumped into the comments of an Instagram post that claimed that she was "allegedly paid... Read More.

New Music Friday: Kehlani, Blxst, DJ Khaled, Snoop Dogg and more

Friday, April 10 by Lakes Media Music News

Kehlani and Missy Elliott go "Back and Forth" on Kehlani's new single, on which they express their refusal to get into an argument. It's a tease of Kehlani's self-titled debut, out April 24, and follows her performances of "Read More.

Brandy’s ‘Phases’ is a ‘New York Times’ bestseller: ‘My heart is so full’

Friday, April 10 by Lakes Media Music News

Fresh off her Hollywood Walk of Fame honor, Brandy has earned a New York Times bestseller with her memoir, Phases. She took to Instagram to share her surprise at the "truly unbelievable" news while reflecting on the process of writing... Read More.

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