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Jill Scott to receive honorary doctorate from Berklee College of Music

Friday, April 17 by Lakes Media Music News

Jill Scott has some "Dope S***" to add to her list of accomplishments. She is set to receive an honorary doctorate from the Berklee College of Music.She'll be honored with the Doctor of Music degree on May 9 during the... Read More.

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame chairman baffled by Mariah Carey’s induction snub

Friday, April 17 by Lakes Media Music News

Mariah Carey has been on the ballot for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for three years in a row, yet she still hasn't gotten in. If you're confused about that, well, so is the chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of... Read More.

Snoop Dogg says biopic will come to theaters next year

Thursday, April 16 by Lakes Media Music News

The world has watched Snoop Dogg evolve over the years, and now he's bringing his life story to the big screen in a new biopic called Snoop.Snoop announced at CinemaCon the film will be released next year. "After my brothers got to tell their... Read More.

The LOX to perform, Alicia Keys to appear at Tribeca Festival

Thursday, April 16 by Lakes Media Music News

Following the announcement that Questlove's Earth, Wind & Fire documentary will be the Tribeca Festival's opening film, the full lineup of feature films, short films and post-premiere performances has been unveiled.Among the highlights are a post-premiere performance by The LOX... Read More.

Regina King, Taye Diggs, Chlöe and Coco Jones set for panels at 2026 American Black Film Festival

Thursday, April 16 by Lakes Media Music News

The programming lineup for the 30th annual American Black Film Festival has been revealed, featuring screenings, panels and conversations with names including Regina King, Chlöe Bailey, Lynn Whitfield, Lucien Laviscount, Anna Diop and Coco Jones, as well as the cast of Power Book III:... Read More.

Kendrick Lamar, SZA’s Grand National Tour wins hip-hop of the year at ‘Pollstar’ Awards

Thursday, April 16 by Lakes Media Music News

Kendrick Lamar and SZA's Grand National Tour has earned them a Pollstar Award for hip-hop tour of the year. The win was announced Wednesday at the 37th annual Pollstar Awards.The tour went on the road following the release of Kendrick's GNX and SZA's Lana,... Read More.

Tyler Perry to be honored at 2026 Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards

Wednesday, April 15 by Lakes Media Music News

Tyler Perry will be recognized at the 2026 Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards. He will receive the Innovator Award, given "to an individual who has transformed a specific genre of the entertainment industry" and demonstrated "longevity and consistency in their field," according to a press... Read More.

‘TIME’100 names Coco Jones, Keke Palmer, Anderson .Paak among most influential people of 2026

Wednesday, April 15 by Lakes Media Music News

Coco Jones, Anderson .Paak and Keke Palmer are among the most influential people of 2026, according to the latest TIME100 list. Each was honored with a tribute written by a fellow celebrity.Brian Grazer praised Keke, calling her "the kind of... Read More.

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.

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