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Idris Elba talks portraying Sam Nelson in season 2 of ‘Hijack’

Thursday, January 22 by Lakes Media Music News

More episodes of Hijack season 2 are now streaming on Apple TV, with Idris Elba returning as professional negotiator Sam Nelson. After surviving a plane hijacking in season 1, Sam ends the season 2 premiere with a plot twist no one saw coming: He... Read More.

Teyana Taylor recreates ‘Waiting to Exhale’ burning car scene for ‘SNL’ promo

Wednesday, January 21 by Lakes Media Music News

Teyana Taylor is giving fans a glimpse of what's to come when she hosts the Jan. 23 episode of Saturday Night Live. She flexes her acting chops in a promo clip released on social media Wednesday.In the teaser, Teyana listens... Read More.

See the trailer for the Billy Preston doc ‘Billy Preston: That’s The Way God Planned It’

Wednesday, January 21 by Lakes Media Music News

We are getting our first look at the upcoming documentary about legendary musician Billy Preston.A trailer for Billy Preston: That's The Way God Planned It has just been released, featuring archival footage of Preston performing, including clips of him with... Read More.

Pharrell debuts songs by John Legend, Quavo, A$AP Rocky at Louis Vuitton’s Men’s Fall-Winter 2026 show

Wednesday, January 21 by Lakes Media Music News

Pharrell not only designs menswear collections at the Louis Vuitton headquarters in Paris, he creates music there. He debuted four tracks recorded and produced at LV's main office on Tuesday during his Men's Fall-Winter 2026 show, giving attendees a first listen to John Legend's... Read More.

Christopher ‘Tricky’ Stewart and Walter Afanasieff among 2026 Songwriters of Hall of Fame class

Wednesday, January 21 by Lakes Media Music News

The latest inductees of the Songwriters Hall of Fame have been announced, with Christopher "Tricky" Stewart and Walter Afanasieff among the 2026 class.Tricky is credited for writing songs including Rihanna's "Umbrella," Mary J. Blige's "Just Fine," Beyoncé's "Single Ladies," Mariah Carey's and "Break My... Read More.

Ty Dolla $ign to host pre-Grammys celebration

Tuesday, January 20 by Lakes Media Music News

With a Grammy nomination in the best melodic rap performance category, Ty Dolla $ign has decided to celebrate. He's partnered with his EZMNY Records label to host a party ahead of the annual awards show.Ty Dolla $ign & Friends - The EZMNY Jamm Jam... Read More.

Mary J. Blige says she passed on Rihanna’s ‘Umbrella’: ‘It wasn’t for me in the first place’

Tuesday, January 20 by Lakes Media Music News

Mary J. Blige has racked up several hits over her career, but there are a few songs she chose to pass on. During an appearance on the 7PM in Brooklyn podcast with Carmelo Anthony, she revealed that one of those... Read More.

Jennifer Hudson, John Legend, Jermaine Dupri to honor Mariah Carey at MusiCares Person of the Year gala

Tuesday, January 20 by Lakes Media Music News

MusiCares has announced the lineup of artists set to honor Mariah Carey, its 2026 person of the year.The tribute will feature performances by Billy Porter, Jennifer Hudson and John Legend, along with a special DJ set from Mariah's frequent collaborator Jermaine Dupri, who will... Read More.

Jermelle Simon says role in ‘The Upshaws’ gave him the courage to come out

Tuesday, January 20 by Lakes Media Music News

Jermelle Simon says playing a closeted character on The Upshaws helped to shape his career and ultimately changed his life.Jermelle, who stars as Bernard in the Netflix show, said he was drawn to character because Bernard was closeted and struggling with his sexuality, something... Read More.

Ray J reflects on 2025 in birthday post, says ‘something’s gonna change this year’

Monday, January 19 by Lakes Media Music News

Ray J celebrated his 45th birthday Saturday, reflecting on a "crash out" year and sharing his intention to make some positive changes in his life.In a video posted to Instagram, he thanked supporters for their prayers and encouragement during the... Read More.

Naturi Naughton-Lewis on her role in ‘The Nowhere Man’: ‘I’ve never done anything like this before’

Monday, January 19 by Lakes Media Music News

Naturi Naughton-Lewis is back on Starz in a brand-new role. After years of portraying Tasha St. Patrick on Power, she returns to the network in The Nowhere Man as Ruby, a woman of God and owner of a shelter. Ruby... Read More.

Omari Hardwick joins cast of action-thriller ‘Empire City’

Friday, January 16 by Lakes Media Music News

You may know him as James "Ghost" St. Patrick in the Starz series Power, but in the upcoming action-thriller Empire City, Omari Hardwick will take on the role of Hawkins.Hawkins will serve as the antagonist to Gerard Butler's Rhett, a firefighter "who, alongside his... Read More.

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