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Kehlani expresses gratitude for You Should Be Here mixtape: It changed my life

Thursday, June 26 by Lakes Media Music News

It's been a decade since Kehlani released You Should Be Here, and she's grateful for the life-changing mixtape."At the time I recorded it, I was just a hungry 19-year-old trying to follow up the splash that my first project made, trying to get my emotions down,... Read More.

Prosecutors in Sean Combs trial give jurors possible predicate acts to find him guilty of racketeering conspiracy

Wednesday, June 25 by Lakes Media Music News

Federal prosecutors, discussing with the defense and Judge Arun Subramanian what instructions will be given to the jury, have afforded jurors 10 possible predicate acts to find Sean Combs guilty of racketeering conspiracy. To convict, they must unanimously agree on two of the so-called... Read More.

Nelly talks love journey with wife Ashanti on new song, Spin the Block

Wednesday, June 25 by Lakes Media Music News

After successfully spinning the block with Ashanti, Nelly has released a song paying tribute to the journey that brought the two back together. "I had to grow into the man I am now," he shares of the brand-new track titled "Spin the Block." "This song... Read More.

Doechii and Tyler, The Creators Pharrell-produced collab debuts at Paris Fashion Week

Wednesday, June 25 by Lakes Media Music News

The stars are in France for Paris Fashion Week, where Pharrell debuted a song he produced for Doechii and Tyler, The Creator. "Get Right" premiered Tuesday at his fashion show for Louis Vuitton's Men’s Spring/Summer 226 collection, at which Beyoncé, Jay-Z and Pusha T were in attendance.It's... Read More.

Erykah Badu and The Alchemist announce The Abi & Alan Tour

Wednesday, June 25 by Lakes Media Music News

Erykah Badu and The Alchemist are coming together to bring their forthcoming album, Abi & Alan, to the stage. They've announced the Abi & Alan Tour, a multisensory experience that "bridges hip-hop production mastery with neo-soul innovation" while showcasing Erykah's talents as a producer and "a... Read More.

Ryan Coogler on why Ironheart is the next superhero we need

Wednesday, June 25 by Lakes Media Music News

Ryan Coogler is out with a new series exploring a character from his blockbuster hit Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.The first three episodes of the new series, Ironheart, launch on Disney+ on Wednesday. The series focuses on Riri Williams (Dominique Thorne), "a young, genius inventor... Read More.

Antoinette Crowe-Legacy talks Elise Johnsons evolution on Godfather of Harlem

Wednesday, June 25 by Lakes Media Music News

Antoinette Crowe-Legacy portrays Elise Johnson, daughter of crime boss Bumpy Johnson, on the MGM+ series Godfather of Harlem. The actress says her character’s evolution – from a junkie in season 1 to a member of the Black Panther Party in season 4 – has been an exciting journey.“There... Read More.

Ashanti and Nelly wont be showing sons face on new reality show

Tuesday, June 24 by Lakes Media Music News

Ashanti and Nelly are premiering their new reality show Thursday, but there’s one thing they won’t be showing in the series.People reports that during a panel session at the American Black Film Festival, Ashanti said she won’t be showing their 11-month-old son’s face on camera."There was no... Read More.

Prosecutors rest their case against Sean Diddy Combs after calling 34 witnesses

Tuesday, June 24 by Lakes Media Music News

Federal prosecutors on Tuesday rested their case in the sex-trafficking and racketeering conspiracy trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs.“At this time, subject to confirming all of the government records are accurate in the record, the government rests,” prosecutor Emily Johnson said.Calling 34 witnesses over the last 28 days... Read More.

Keyshia Cole teases what to expect from The Way It Is 20th anniversary tour

Tuesday, June 24 by Lakes Media Music News

Keyshia Cole is about to embark on her The Way It Is 20th anniversary tour.The singer, who released her debut album in 2005, tells Billboard fans can expect the tour to be a representation of her journey as both an artist and as a person.“I’m excited,... Read More.

Brandy and Monica announce The Boy Is Mine co-headlining tour

Tuesday, June 24 by Lakes Media Music News

More than 25 years after their hit 1998 duet “The Boy Is Mine,” Brandy and Monica are hitting the road together.The two R&B superstars announced The Boy Is Mine co-headlining tour, set to hit 24 cities this fall. Dates kick off October 16 in Cincinnati, OH, and wrap December... Read More.

Big Freedia wants to shine a little bit of light amid the crazy times were in

Tuesday, June 24 by Lakes Media Music News

Big Freedia is taking a break from bounce music to get back to the music that shaped her and helped her through some tough times. She tells Billboard her new gospel album, Pressing Onward, is her attempt to provide the world with “a little bit... Read More.