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André 3000 releases short film inspired by his EP

Friday, June 19 by Lakes Media Music News

André 3000 has released his short film titled 7 piano sketches, which he co-wrote and co-directed with Graham Mason.According to a press release, the film follows André on his way to work, notebook in hand, as he encounters various characters... Read More.

Grammy-nominated producer Tay Keith dies at 29

Friday, June 19 by Lakes Media Music News

Grammy-nominated producer Tay Keith has died, according to the Metro Nashville Police Department.Police said officers found him dead Thursday in his Nashville apartment on Martin Street while conducting a welfare check. Authorities are awaiting autopsy results, but said no foul... Read More.

Jennifer Hudson, John Legend, Stevie Wonder and more perform at Obama Presidential Center grand opening

Friday, June 19 by Lakes Media Music News

Jennifer Hudson, John Legend, Stevie Wonder, Common, The Roots and Tems were among those who took the stage at the grand opening of President Barack Obama's star-studded Obama Presidential Center Thursday in Chicago. Jennifer opened her set with the national anthem and later delivered... Read More.

Rod Wave announces tour supporting upcoming album, ‘Don’t Look Down’

Friday, June 19 by Lakes Media Music News

Just days after announcing his upcoming album, Don't Look Down, Rod Wave has followed up with news of a new tour. Named after the project, the Don't Look Down tour will see the rapper and special guest Fridayy perform in 25 cities across North... Read More.

Wale and Smino team for Amazon Music Original ‘Glory’

Friday, June 19 by Lakes Media Music News

After sharing a few stages on tour, Wale and Smino have teamed for a special Juneteenth celebration. "Glory" is an Amazon Music Original released as part of the platform's continued celebration of Black Music Month.Their live performance of the track... Read More.

Alicia Keys combines Billy Joel with ‘Empire State of Mind’ at NY Knicks championship parade

Thursday, June 18 by Lakes Media Music News

The night the New York Knicks won the NBA Championship, Alicia Keys was onstage at the afterparty for the premiere of her new documentary and performed "Empire State of Mind" onstage. She gave an encore performance Thursday afternoon in New York City, at the... Read More.

Halle Bailey, Ludacris, CeeLo Green join cast of animated feature ‘Groove Tails’

Thursday, June 18 by Lakes Media Music News

Halle Bailey, Ludacris and CeeLo Green have lent their voices to the upcoming animated feature Groove Tails.They joined a cast that also includes J.B. Smoove, Ansel Elgort, Alan Ritchson and Agnez Mo.Based on a screenplay by Johnny Mack, and written and directed by Bob... Read More.

Russell’s Prayer: What the football player prayed to make Ciara his wife

Thursday, June 18 by Lakes Media Music News

People often ask Ciara to share the prayer she used to find her husband, Russell Wilson, but what did Russell pray for when it came to finding his future wife? Speaking to Keke Palmer on her podcast, he revealed he... Read More.

Lil Nas X teases new music, says he’s ‘doing much better’

Wednesday, June 17 by Lakes Media Music News

Lil Nas X says he is "doing much better" after receiving care for bipolar disorder at a mental health treatment facility following his arrest in Los Angeles last year.The rapper, born Montero Lamar Hill, was arrested in August and taken to a hospital after... Read More.

Alicia Keys to perform ‘Empire State of Mind’ at New York Knicks championship parade

Wednesday, June 17 by Lakes Media Music News

Since the Empire State is in celebration mode following the New York Knicks' championship, who better to perform at the parade than Alicia Keys? The singer has been tapped to take the stage at City Hall, where she will perform her song "Empire State... Read More.

Cardi B, Jill Scott, Kehlani, Doechii and more to perform at BET Awards 2026

Wednesday, June 17 by Lakes Media Music News

The BET Awards wouldn't be a show without the artists taking the stage. Among those set to perform at the 2026 show are Cardi B, Common, Doechi, French Montana and Max B, and Jill Scott, who is currently on her To Whom This May... Read More.

ICYMI: T.I., Fivio Foreign and more

Wednesday, June 17 by Lakes Media Music News

T.I. has announced the release date for his final album, Kill the King. "The wait is over!!!! 6-26-26 'Kill The King' It's TIME!!!" he wrote on X. The album is now available for presave.Fivio Foreign wants to perform at the... Read More.

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