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The Weeknd sets Spotify billion streams record

Tuesday, September 24 by Lakes Media Music News

The Weeknd just reached a record milestone on Spotify.The singer has become the first artist to have 18 individual songs surpass 1 billion streams. Among the songs are “Blinding Lights,” “Starboy,” “The Hills,” “I Can’t Feel My Face” and “Save Your Tears.” The latest... Read More.

Tami Roman talks staying levelheaded in Caught in the Act: Unfaithful

Tuesday, September 24 by Lakes Media Music News

Catching an unfaithful lover in the act of cheating can get a little chaotic, but Tami Roman keeps all encounters under control. "I have to be levelheaded in order to assist the people that are coming to me for help, right? If I jump off... Read More.

Music Notes: Jhené Aiko, Common & Pete Rock and more

Monday, September 23 by Lakes Media Music News

Jhené Aiko's Magic Hour Tour is not over just yet. She's announced a third leg of the trek, comprised of seven new stops. She'll be going to Toronto, Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland, North Carolina, Florida and Tennessee, with help from co-stars Jessie Reyez, Shenseea, Kiana Lede,... Read More.

Mary J. Blige announces the For My Fans Tour

Monday, September 23 by Lakes Media Music News

Mary J. Blige is grateful for her fans, so she's going on tour in January to show her appreciation. She shared the news Monday during her appearance on Sherri."When it's all said and done, it's never all said and done,... Read More.

Broadway to dim its lights to honor the late James Earl Jones

Monday, September 23 by Lakes Media Music News

The Broadway League has announced it will dim its lights the night of Sept. 23 in honor of the late James Earl Jones. The EGOT-winning actor, who passed away at 93 years on Sept. 9, was a force on the Great... Read More.

Lovell Adams-Gray says his Power Book II: Ghost character wants to bring the family together in his own way

Monday, September 23 by Lakes Media Music News

Lovell Adams-Gray plays Dru Tejada in Power Book II: Ghost, which is in its final episodes. His character has gone from the emotional younger brother who never cared to be in the drug game to one who has formed his own lane, alongside Officer... Read More.

Usher, LL COOL J honored at Black Music Action Coalition gala

Friday, September 20 by Lakes Media Music News

Usher continues to rack up his awards, receiving the Quincy Jones Humanitarian Award at the Black Music Action Coalition gala on Thursday night. Bobby Brown presented him with the honor, noting he "didn't hesitate" to... Read More.

Gianni Paolo talks Braydens “careless” decisions in episode 408 of Power Book II: Ghost

Friday, September 20 by Lakes Media Music News

SPOILERS) Episode 408 of Power Book II: Ghost premiered on Starz Friday, and Brayden Weston has a lot on his plate. He starts the episode with the news that he's moving in with his addict girlfriend, Elle, but his plans are halted when she's... Read More.

Queen Latifah to share life story in upcoming biopic

Thursday, September 19 by Lakes Media Music News

Queen Latifah is ready to tell her story. She's teamed with her Flavor Unit Entertainment's Shakim Compere, Will and Jada Pinkett Smith's Westbrook Studios and Jesse Collins Entertainment for her upcoming biopic. “We all came into this industry together and Hip Hop has shaped each and every... Read More.

Pharrell explains fascination with space

Thursday, September 19 by Lakes Media Music News

Pharrell's partnership with Lego extends beyond the Lego-animated biopic he has coming out soon. The entrepreneur recently collaborated with the brand for his Over the Moon Lego set, featuring a rocket ship with colorful jet streams, which reflects his fascination with space.“When I was 4... Read More.

“Im not like other guys”: Michael Jacksons “Thriller” hits 1 billion views on YouTube

Thursday, September 19 by Lakes Media Music News

It may be hard to believe that such an iconic video has taken this long to surpass 1 billion views on YouTube, but that's what just happened with Michael Jackson's "Thriller."What's even more surprising is that this is only... Read More.