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Kehlani, RZA, Kirk Franklin, Meagan Good and more to be honored at Hollywood Impact Awards

Wednesday, May 13 by Lakes Media Music News

Hollywood Unlocked will honor several stars at its sixth annual Impact Awards in June, including Kehlani, Kirk Franklin, Meagan Good and RZA, all of whom will be recognized for making a lasting impact on culture.Kehlani will receive the Fearlessness Award, presented to "an individual... Read More.

Ledisi lands first Broadway principal role as she joins new musical ‘Wanted’

Wednesday, May 13 by Lakes Media Music News

Ledisi is returning to Broadway, this time as star. After serving as a standby for the 2004 production of Caroline, or Change, the singer has landed the role of Tallulah Clarke in the new musical Wanted.The musical follows sisters Mary... Read More.

Ice Cube, Mike Epps announce one-night-only event celebrating 30 years of ‘Friday’ franchise

Wednesday, May 13 by Lakes Media Music News

Ice Cube and Mike Epps are celebrating 30 years of the Friday movie franchise with a one-night-only event taking place July 17 at the Long Beach Amphitheater in Long Beach, California.Cube will take the stage to perform some of his... Read More.

Alicia Keys celebrates 25 years of ‘Songs in A Minor’ with ‘American Idol’ performance, anniversary release

Tuesday, May 12 by Lakes Media Music News

Alicia Keys celebrated the milestone 25th anniversary of her debut album, Songs in A Minor, on the season finale of American Idol Monday. The singer, who served as mentor on the episode, returned to the show and performed the album cuts "Fallin'" alongside RAYE... Read More.

Queen Latifah to make debut as coach on ‘The Voice’

Tuesday, May 12 by Lakes Media Music News

Queen Latifah is bringing her musical expertise to The Voice. She's set to join the 30th season as a coach, sitting alongside returning coaches Kelly Clarkson and Adam Levine and fellow newcomer Riley Green in a red swivel chair.As coaches do every season, Queen... Read More.

Man accused of stealing Beyoncé’s unreleased music pleads guilty

Tuesday, May 12 by Lakes Media Music News

Kelvin Evans, the man accused of stealing unreleased Beyoncé music in Atlanta, pleaded guilty in court on Tuesday, avoiding an impending trial.During the hearing, Evans accepted responsibility and was sentenced to five years, with two years to be served in custody and the remaining... Read More.

Teyana Taylor to perform at 2026 American Music Awards

Tuesday, May 12 by Lakes Media Music News

The 2026 American Music Awards will feature an Escape Room, courtesy of Teyana Taylor. She's been announced as one of the event's performers and is set to take the stage with a medley of songs from the album.Teyana joins a lineup featuring Hootie &... Read More.

Alicia Keys, Swizz Beatz talk breaking into art world, expanding ‘Giants’ exhibition

Tuesday, May 12 by Lakes Media Music News

Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz continue to take their Giants art exhibit around the world, with the collection now on display at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. Breaking into the art world came with challenges, as they had... Read More.

Chris Brown shares message with listeners of his new album, ‘Brown’

Monday, May 11 by Lakes Media Music News

Chris Brown is expressing gratitude to those who tuned in to his new album, Brown, despite their reactions to the project."Just wanna say thank you to everyone who listened to this album," he wrote on his Instagram Story over the... Read More.

Michael Jackson lands new chart milestone with two albums in the ‘Billboard’ 200 top 10

Monday, May 11 by Lakes Media Music News

The Michael Jackson biopic Michael has helped boost interest in the King of Pop's catalog, helping two of his albums land in the top 10 this week.The latest Billboard 200 chart finds Jackson's 1982 hit Thriller at #5, while the... Read More.

Music Notes: 50 Cent and Nelly, Lil Baby and more

Monday, May 11 by Lakes Media Music News

Sports Illustrated is celebrating the 2026 FIFA World Cup with SI Beyond the Pitch, an event series taking place this summer across four host cities for the World Cup. The lineup includes performances from 50 Cent, Nelly, Diplo, Gordo and The Chainsmokers, with more... Read More.

Janet Jackson inducted into Grammy Hall of Fame, says ‘Rhythm Nation 1814’ still resonates

Monday, May 11 by Lakes Media Music News

Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814 album was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame Saturday. Reflecting on the achievement, she said in a speech that the 1989 album continues to resonate in 2026."Rhythm Nation still resonates on a deep and... Read More.

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