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Marin City’s George Duke Remembered in Celebration of City’s 80th Anniversary
George Duke received multiple Grammy nominations, the Edison Lifetime Achievement Award, and Keyboard Magazine’s “R&B Keyboardist of The Year,” and won a Grammy for producing the Best Jazz Vocal Album: Dianne Reeves’ “In the Moment.” Over the course of his life, Duke produced 32 studio
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Kanye West Announces ‘DONDA 2’ For Special Release Date On 2/2/22
'DONDA 2,' the follow-up to Kanye West's epic 10th studio album released in 2021, will get a special Wednesday release on the rare numerical date 2/2/22, with fellow emcee Future serving as executive producer.
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Big Sean, H.E.R., Ari Lennox included in iHeartRadio 'Living Black!' line-up
iHeartRadio has announced the star-studded line-up for the iHeartRadio Living Black! Empowered by AT&T. As part of a month-long Black The post Big Sean, H.E.R., Ari Lennox included in iHeartRadio 'Living Black!' line-up appeared first on TheGrio.
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Beyoncé earns first Oscar nom for 'King Richard' original song 'Be Alive'
Beyoncé has earned her first Oscar nomination with the original song “Be Alive” that she wrote with songwriter Dixson for The post Beyoncé earns first Oscar nom for 'King Richard' original song 'Be Alive' appeared first on TheGrio.
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Megan Thee Stallion And Shenseea Team Up For X-Rated Single, ‘Lick’
"Lick" is the first single off of Shenseea's upcoming album, "Alpha," due out March 11.
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Silk Sonic Just Revealed The Dates Of Their Upcoming Las Vegas Residency for 2022
R&B superduo Silk Sonic, just announced their upcoming Las Vegas residency for 2022. February 25 thru April 2, you can see the pair at Sin City's Dolby Live at Park MGM. Their 13-show series will be called "An Evening With Silk Sonic," the same name of their critically acclaimed album.
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Hip-Hop artist Fvded releases "To Whom It May Concern" music video
By Roy Kafoteka Malawian Hip-Hop artist Fvded has come forth to announce the release of his new music video 'To Whom It May Concern' featuring OE Slayer. Some people estranged from the Hip-Hop community may have to ask, who the heck is Fvded? Born Brian Mapunda, Fvded is a Blantyre born, but now
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LA Philharmonic Tribute to Duke Ellington Features Black Composer and Soloist - Los Angeles Sentinel
Composer, Thomas Wilkins and pianist, Gerald Clayton to perform The post LA Philharmonic Tribute to Duke Ellington Features Black Composer and Soloist appeared first on Los Angeles Sentinel.
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Did You Know: Estelle Contributed To These Songs & Soundtracks [Gallery]
Artist Estelle has contributed to countless projects in music and film. She celebrates her 42nd birthday today and we want to honor her many achievements in entertainment with a gallery of her wonderful contributions. Read more inside.
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Hip-Hop Icon, Chuck D, Releases "Songs That Shook the Planet" on Audible | The Michigan Chronicle
The legendary lyricist and co-founder of Public Enemy, Chuck D takes listeners on an extraordinary journey through politically and socially conscious music. Part history lesson and part memoir, Songs That Shook the Planet spans genres and decades to call out the brave artists who continue to
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Janet Jackson Documentary Debuts on Lifetime Friday | BlackPressUSA
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The fiercely private five-time Grammy award-winner who is part of the Jackson clan, an American musical dynasty, will open up about her rise to superstardom, complicated relationship with her superstar brother Michael, the infamous 2004 Super Bowl incident and subsequent
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Rihanna Is Pregnant, Debuts Bump On Stroll With A$AP Rocky
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky took an epic stroll over the weekend in snowy New York to reveal she's pregnant with her first child. By The Associated Press Despite the frigid temperatures, the 33-year-old 'Diamonds' singer and fashion mogul showed off her bump in a long open pink coat (vintage Chanel) and
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Will Smith Dances With Mother to Whitney Houston’s ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody’ for 85th Birthday - The New York Beacon
Will Smith‘s mother celebrated her birthday recently and danced with somebody who loves her! The global entertainer and former “Fresh Prince” danced with his mother,Caroline Bright, for her 85th birthday, a lovely moment that was captured on video. With theWhitney Houstonsong, “I Wanna Dance With
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Kanye West calls out Pete Davidson in new song amid Kim Kardashian romance
Kanye West seems to be moving on from his marriage to Kim Kardashian, as he makes public appearances with his The post Kanye West calls out Pete Davidson in new song amid Kim Kardashian romance appeared first on TheGrio.
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Black Twitter reacts to Megan Thee Stallion, Shenseea 'Lick' video
Megan Thee Stallion joined forces with Jamaican star Shenseea on the track “Lick,” and the visuals for the single have The post Black Twitter reacts to Megan Thee Stallion, Shenseea 'Lick' video appeared first on TheGrio.
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Anthony Hamilton And Musiq Soulchild To Face Off In Valentine’s Day Verzuz Battle
Announced earlier this week, Anthony Hamilton and Musiq Soulchild will go hit-for-hit live from the Avalon Hollywood in Los Angeles for a special Valentine's Day Verzuz, kicking off the musical battle web series' third season.
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PBS Announces ‘The Story Of Hip-Hop With Chuck D’ Docuseries
Public Enemy’s frontman Chuck D has been tapped by PBS to unpack the history of hip-hop for a new documentary special.
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Quincy Jones & Jim Carrey Appear On The Weeknd’s Album With An Important Message About Love & Life
The Weeknd's latest album, Dawn FM, was released last week. While the album received mixed reviews, it is the legendary features and narration that makes this some of Abel's best work yet. Read more inside.
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STREAMED: Benny The Butcher Teams With J. Cole, Quavo Stunts & More New Music
Benny The Butcher feat. J. Cole — “Johnny P’s Caddy” In preparation for his highly-anticipated Tana Talk 4 LP, Benny The Butcher unloads “Johnny P’s Caddy,” a new much-talked-about collaboration with J. Cole. Over The Alchemist’s unmistakable production, complete with soulful sample chops, the
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Stax Museum Offering Virtual Events For Black History Month
The Stax Museum of American Soul Music and its music academy in Tennessee are once again offering an online concert and a virtual tour in honor of Black History Month in February. The Associated Press The Memphis-based studio produced soul music by Otis Redding, Sam & Dave, Carla Thomas, the
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Fans petition for Travis Scott to headline 2023 Coachella
Things have looked bleak for Travis Scott over the past few months. Following the tragedy of the Astroworld Festival, the The post Fans petition for Travis Scott to headline 2023 Coachella appeared first on TheGrio.
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Women in Music Atlanta Founder Hadley Poole Steps Down, Passes Baton to Deu Almeida
Women in Music Atlanta (WIM Atlanta) Chapter Chair Hadley Poole has stepped down and appointed musician, businesswoman and health professional Deu Almeida as her successor, effective January 2022. Poole, who founded and launched the Atlanta Chapter in 2017, has served as its Chair since that
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Cardi B Pledges to Pay Funeral Costs for Bronx Fire Victims
Rapper Cardi B plans to pay the funeral costs for those who lost their lives in a deadly fire in that New York City borough.
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February 13: Black Love Day, 1993 - Los Angeles Sentinel
Today marks the celebration of Black Love Day! The post February 13: Black Love Day, 1993 appeared first on Los Angeles Sentinel.
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STREAMED: Cordae Is Spittin’, Jim Jones & DJ Drama Set Trends & More
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MUSIC MONDAY: Tribute Playlist to Reggae Legend Bob Marley and What GBN Will Do about Spotify (LISTEN)
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Blues Drummer Sam Lay Dies At 86; Played With Dylan, Waters
Sam Lay, a Chicago blues drummer and vocalist who played with Howlin' Wolf, Muddy Waters, Bob Dylan and the Paul Butterfield Blues Band, has died at age 86. The Associated Press Lay died Saturday of natural causes in Chicago, Alligator Records said Monday, January 31. Lay, known for wearing a cape
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Jadakiss Speaks About His Hate-Relationship with Bad Boy Shiny Suits: ‘It Didn’t Feel Right’
By Ryan Steal Sean Combs’ music band, Bad Boy, helped steer the growth of Hip Hop and R&B music back in the years. The band dominated the 90s with their great hit music that still hit today. One thing that identified with the band was their shiny suits, not to mention their eclectic dance
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Red Bull SoundClash Shows The South Has Everything To Say
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Ian Alexander Jr., Only Child Of Regina King, Dies At Age 26
Ian Alexander Jr., the only child of award-winning actor and director Regina King, has died. He turned 26 on Wednesday. By Leanne Italie, AP Entertainment Writer 'Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian,' a family statement shared Saturday by a King spokesman said. 'He is
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