Raphael Saadiq, a powerful force in the Bay Area music scene, is set to perform a one-man show titled “No Bandwidth: One Man, One Night, Three Decades of Hits” in New York, Los Angeles, and Oakland. The show will feature Saadiq reflecting on his illustrious career, performing original music and covers, and sharing personal stories…… MORE
Tyla Addresses Identity Controversy
Tyla, a South African singer, has reiterated her stance on her racial identity in a recent interview with British Vogue, asserting that she identifies as both a Black and Coloured woman. The controversy surrounding her identity resurfaced after a TikTok video in 2020, where she described herself as a “Coloured South African.” While the term…… MORE
John Legend’s Jackets for His Voice Team Have an Iconic Message on the Back
Season 27 of The Voice is heating up as Team Legend, led by John Legend, aims to win with a new round of Blind Auditions. Legend’s gift to his Artists this season is an exclusive blue varsity-style jacket with the word “Legend” emblazoned on the back, adding a stylish touch to the competition. The tradition…… MORE
‘Common … About to Get the Boot’: Jennifer Hudson’s ‘Annoyed’ Look at NBA All-Star Game with Boyfriend Common Sets Off New Rumors About Trouble In Paradise
Actors and musicians Common and Jennifer Hudson were spotted sitting courtside at the NBA All-Star Game, sparking excitement among fans who consider them a “power couple.” However, recent video footage of the pair at the game led to speculation about the state of their relationship, with many interpreting Hudson’s facial expressions as signs of discontent.…… MORE
D’Angelo, Lenny Kravitz and Meek Mill to Perform at Roots Picnic 2025 in Philadelphia
The Roots Picnic is set to return in 2025 with an impressive lineup featuring headliners such as D’Angelo, Lenny Kravitz, and Meek Mill. The two-day festival will take place in Philadelphia on May 31 and June 1, 2025, with additional performers including Jeezy, Pusha T, and 2 Chainz. Presale tickets are available starting February 18,…… MORE
Maná, Mariah Carey, OutKast and Billy Idol among 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees
Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher has criticized the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, calling it “for wankers” despite the band’s nomination for induction in 2025. The shortlist for possible inductees includes Oasis, Bad Company, The Black Crowes, Mariah Carey, and others. Gallagher expressed his disdain for the honor on social media, stating that he has…… MORE
AI Love You: McAfee Research Reveals 1 in 3 Believe AI Chatbots Could Steal Their Heart
Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is warning users to be cautious of romance scams ahead of Valentine’s Day. Scammers often pose as attractive, successful individuals with fake backgrounds and use stolen or AI-generated photos to build trust with their targets. Meta recently collaborated with research firm Graphika to take down romance…… MORE
Wendy Williams Claims She Hasn’t Seen a Doctor in Nearly 2 Years Despite Being Diagnosed with Dementia amid Guardianship
Wendy Williams has filed an affidavit asking to end her guardianship, stating that she has regained the capacity to function without a guardian and does not have Frontotemporal Dementia as previously claimed by doctors. A doctor will re-evaluate Wendy next week, and her lawyer plans to file an Emergency Order to Show Cause to push…… MORE
Ledisi Sings a Powerful Rendition of ‘Lift Every Voice and Sing’ at 2025 Super Bowl
R&B vocalist Ledisi performed the black National Anthem, “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” at the 2025 Super Bowl, joined by 125 New Orleans high school students. The hymn marked its 125th anniversary, with Jon Batiste set to perform the National Anthem and Lauren Daigle and Trombone Shorty singing “America the Beautiful.” Ledisi, a 14-time Grammy…… MORE
SZA Capitalizes On Super Bowl Cameo With New ‘Lana’ Deluxe Songs
SZA recently received 28 new certifications from the RIAA, including platinum certifications for singles like “Used To” and “Awkward.” Her album CTRL also achieved a 5x platinum certification. SZA joined Kendrick Lamar for a performance at the Super Bowl LIX halftime show and will embark on a global stadium tour with him this spring. Additionally,…… MORE
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