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The latest issue places American Idol finalist Gabby Samone on the cover, spotlighting her rise as a powerful new voice in music. Samone, who captured national attention with her performances on the hit competition show, continues to grow her career as a recording artist and performer. She was recently labeled “the voice of Gen Z”…
Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist Nnenna Freelon will return to New York City’s Iridium stage, bringing with her more than music. The evening is set to showcase her artistry not only as a singer but also as a songwriter and author, entering a new creative era. Freelon has long been known for her ability to turn standards…
On the latest episode of the podcast Love and Fly Shit, hosts Jenna Nia and Donay sat down with comedian and media mogul Kevin “KevOnStage” Fredericks and his wife, author and entrepreneur Melissa Fredericks. The pair, who co-wrote the best-selling book Marriage Be Hard, opened up about growing up together, navigating more than 20 years…
The Harlem Globetrotters are exploring new locations with their global stage, taking their talents outside the basketball court in the travel series, The Harlem Globetrotters: Secrets of the City. Premiering tonight at 8 pm EST, the series will showcase the team’s adventure, combining sports, culture, and history while traveling across continents. Each episode highlights the…
Doja Cat kicked off the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards with an electrifying, ’80s-inspired performance of “Jealous Type,” commanding the stage alongside saxophonist Kenny G. Her bold, high-energy opener set the tone for a night filled with unforgettable moments, spectacular performances, and historic award wins, immediately capturing the audience’s attention and signaling that the 2025 VMAs…
Gail Bean will star in Table 17 at the Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles starting November 5th, 2025. The play, written by Douglas Lyons and directed by Zhailon Levingston, also features Biko Eisen-Martin and Michael Rishawn Gil. Performances will be staged in the Cates Theater at the Geffen. Bean is best known for her work…
Gateways Music Festival, in partnership with the University of Rochester’s Eastman School of Music, will launch its 2025–2026 season Oct. 13–16 with its Fall Festival before returning later in the year to its birthplace in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The festival, which highlights professional classical musicians of African descent, features concerts, community events and educational programs….
The MTV Video Music Awards will spotlight a historic moment in rock this year. Organizers announced a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne that brings together Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler and Joe Perry, YUNGBLUD, and guitarist Nuno Bettencourt. The group will perform a medley of Osbourne’s biggest hits in a salute to the “Prince of Darkness.” Osbourne’s influence…