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Singer, songwriter, actor, and performer Janelle Monáe will take the stage at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center on June 17 as part of the 2026 North to Shore Festival, organizers announced. The performance is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. in Prudential Hall at NJPAC and is expected to be one of the festival’s marquee events….
McDonald’s partnered with the D’USSÉ Fridays kickoff celebration at Mr. Ivy in Philadelphia to help launch the 2026 Roots Picnic Weekend, bringing together figures from entertainment, business, sports, and culture for an evening centered on music, community, and connection. The exclusive event drew a crowd that included Deon Cole, Lenny S, Allen Iverson, Jermaine Dupri,…
A festival built on surprise appearances, collaborations, and musical celebration delivered one of its most memorable moments yet this weekend when Jay-Z returned to the stage at the Roots Picnic, capping the opening day with a performance that reminded fans why he remains one of hip-hop’s defining live performers. Appearing alongside Philadelphia’s own The Roots…
According to reporting from Allhiphop, a federal judge has reinstated a defamation verdict in favor of rapper Megan Thee Stallion against blogger Milagro Gramz, reversing an earlier ruling that had blocked judgment on the claim and restoring a $75,000 damages award. Chief U.S. District Judge Cecilia M. Altonaga ruled May 29 that Milagro Gramz, whose…
Suzi talks about becoming a global sensation, with “Nobody’s Better” surpassing 300 million streams. In this interview, she discusses creative range, her cultural identity, independence, and growth. You grew up immersed in music from a young age. What do you remember most about when your talent was first recognized in kindergarten, and how did that shape…
Two-time GRAMMY Award-winning R&B artist Kehlani announced “The Kehlani World Tour: EU & UK,” a seven-date run across Europe and the United Kingdom scheduled for late 2026. The tour, presented by Live Nation, begins Nov. 29 in Berlin and includes stops in Brussels, Paris, Dusseldorf, Amsterdam, London, and Manchester. Support acts Odeal and WASEEL will…
Director Jacqualynn “Jai” Harris has released “Mirrored America,” an AI-generated short film about race, labor, and American society. The film follows a suburban family whose daily life falls apart after a fictional government order removes every person of color from the country and erases their contributions from American life. Harris said the project was created…
HOT 97, New York’s top radio station for hip-hop, will bring Summer Jam 2026 back to the tri-state area on Friday, July 24, at Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. Produced by The Black Promoters Collective, the annual concert remains one of hip-hop’s signature live events, drawing artists and fans from across the country. This…