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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.

Tyla, Future to perform at FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony

Monday, May 11 by Lakes Media Music News

Tyla, Future and Rema are among the stars tapped for the FIFA World Cup's U.S. opening ceremony in June.They'll headline the Los Angeles show on June 12 alongside Katy Perry, BLACKPINK member and White Lotus actress LISA and Latin superstar... Read More.

Blxst announces new album, ‘Labor of Love’

Monday, May 11 by Lakes Media Music News

Blxst is leaning into real-life experiences on his self-produced upcoming album, Labor of Love. He announced the project will arrive on June 12. A teaser posted to Instagram sees Blxst running up a hill before the camera pans to show... Read More.

The Weeknd never ends: Singer adds final leg to his stadium tour

Monday, May 11 by Lakes Media Music News

Nobody wants The Weeknd to end, including The Weeknd.The singer, born Abel Tesfaye, has just announced yet another leg of his ongoing After Hours Til Dawn Stadium Tour, which has been going on since 2022. This run, advertised as the... Read More.

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