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Mike Will Made-It returns with star-studded ‘R3SET.’ It’s his first solo album in nearly a decade

Hip-hop super producer Mike Will Made-It returns with the star-studded ‘R3SET,’ his first solo album in nearly a decade.

 

Nicole Kidman and Jamie Lee Curtis adapt ‘Scarpetta’ book series for TV

Nicole Kidman and Jamie Lee Curtis met at the Oscars in 2021. That introduction led to a collaboration with both women co-executive producing and starring in “Scarpetta,” a new mystery crime series from Prime Video, out March 11.

 

B2K and Bow Wow’s Boys 4 Life Tour is powered by forgiveness and accountability

The platinum-selling R&B group B2K has reunited for the upcoming Boys 4 Life Tour, and they’re co-headlining with fellow 2000s superstar, Bow Wow.

 

AP Breakthrough Entertainer: Chase Sui Wonders’ Harvard astrophysics detour led her to Hollywood

Chase Sui Wonders always thought she was “kind of funny,” but it was officially confirmed after booking “The Studio” after just one audition.

 

Jordan Peele’s ‘High Horse: The Black Cowboy’ doc sheds light on an erased part of history

“High Horse: The Black Cowboy,” a new docuseries executive produced by Jordan Peele and his Monkeypaw Productions that is now streaming on Peacock, highlights who it says are the first American cowboys – Black men.

 

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On the red carpet for fashion’s biggest night

AP entertainment journalist Gary Hamilton was on the red carpet for the biggest night in fashion — the Met Gala. Here’s what he said:

 

Miguel’s ‘CAOS,’ fueled by anger and angst, is his first studio album in nearly a decade

R&B superstar Miguel is back with his latest album, “CAOS,” out now after a nearly decadelong hiatus, calling it his most “angry” project to date.

 

‘House of David’ star Michael Iskander says season two resonates beyond the religious

“House of David” premieres its second season on Sunday, and star Michael Iskander, who plays the titular role, is hoping it has the same success as its debut.

 

Zara Larsson hopes ‘Midnight Sun’ helps complete her pop superstar puzzle

Pop star Zara Larsson plans to continue to make the world dance with her new album, “Midnight Sun.” Out Friday, it serves as a love letter to her native Sweden where summer sunlight can extend until midnight.

 

All hail the ‘Queens': Chaka Khan, Gladys Knight, Patti LaBelle, Stephanie Mills restart their tour

Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan, Gladys Knight and Stephanie Mills have launched the second leg of their tour, “The Queens: 4 Legends. 1 Stage.”

 

Mariah the Scientist’s ‘Hearts Sold Separately’ mixes love potions and pensive emotions

Mariah the Scientist has emerged from her lab with a new album, “Hearts Sold Separately.” Fueled by “Burning Blue,” which hit No. 1 on Billboard’s rhythmic airplay chart and No. 25 on the Billboard 200, “Hearts Sold Separately” pensively explores love and relationships, themes synonymous with the fo

 

Ciara reinforces her passion for music with ‘CiCi.’ The album is her first since 2019

Ciara will release her first album since 2019, expanding her 2023 EP “CiCi.” The project arrives Friday and marks her first as an independent artist.

 

Black Cowboy joy is spread by ‘Boots on the Ground’ viral line dance

The “Boots on the Ground” line dance has quickly become an anticipated moment at African American gatherings, like family reunions, weddings, graduations, parties and cookouts.

 

Giveon’s ‘Beloved’ highlights the universal commonality of love and romance struggles

R&B star Giveon is releasing his anticipated sophomore album, “Beloved,” on Friday. Following the “Heartbreak Anniversary” crooner’s 2020 studio debut, “Give or Take,” this 13-track featureless album was crafted during a three-year period, with musicians playing all of the instrumentation live.

 

Burna Boy’s ‘No Sign of Weakness’ fulfills his rock star dreams

Afrobeats megastar Burna Boy is releasing his new album, “No Sign of Weakness,” on Friday. The Grammy-winning artist is bringing his own rock star dreams to life with features from Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger, country hitmaker Shaboozey and hip-hop heavyweight Travis Scott on the 16-track al

 

Keke Palmer’s ‘Just Keke’ album channels public relationship drama into reclamation

Keke Palmer is giving her take on her 2023 public breakup with her ex Darius Jackson on her new album, ‘Just Keke.’

 

Jeezy reflects on the legacy of his commercial debut, the classic ‘Thug Motivation 101'

Jeezy is launching his orchestra-backed “TM:101 Live” tour on June 27. It celebrates the 20th anniversary of his commercial debut and classic “Let’s Get It: Thug Motivation 101.”

 

Old Dominion’s new album, ‘Barbara,’ won’t lean on band’s record-breaking laurels

Old Dominion will release their new album, “Barbara,” on Aug. 22. The 13-track project includes the previously released “Me Most Nights” and “Making Good Time,” along with the four-on-the-floor “Talk Country” and the R&B-infused “What Doesn’t Kill a Memory.”

 

Leon Thomas is ‘ready for the moment’ with new album ‘MUTT Deluxe: HEEL’

Alternative R&B artist Leon Thomas will release his “MUTT Deluxe: HEEL” album on Friday. Thomas earned a Grammy for co-producing SZA’s gigantic “Snooze” record and is now experiencing his own solo success.

 

Dolly Parton leans on her faith after losing husband of nearly 60 years

Dolly Parton says her faith has carried her through her fluctuating grief following the death of her husband, Carl Dean.

 

Maren Morris’ ‘Dreamsicle’ album invites healing as she embraces her new life

Country star Maren Morris is back with a new album, “Dreamsicle,” her fourth studio project. Following 2022’s “Humble Quest,” the 35-year-old singer-songwriter crafted a 14-track album filled with an eclectic, yet cohesive mix of traditional country, pop, soft-rock and bluegrass vibes.

 

The Met Gala is over, but dandyism isn’t. Here’s how to dress like a dandy in everyday life

Dandyism was at the heart of Monday’s Met Gala, where many of the world’s most famous and influential tastemakers donned their luxury best to kick off the “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” exhibit.

 

Rihanna is expecting baby No. 3 with A$AP Rocky, the rapper confirms at the 2025 Met Gala

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are expecting their third child. Rocky confirmed the news on the red carpet of the 2025 Met Gala. He said, “it feels amazing.”

 

New Met Gala exhibit ‘Superfine’ gives voice to emerging Black designers

After Met Gala guests get a sneak preview on Monday night, the show opens to the public May 10.

 

Coco Jones is fearless on debut album ‘Why Not More?’

Grammy-winner Coco Jones is releasing her debut album, “Why Not More?” on Friday. The 14-track album traverses through a spectrum of R&B sonics and vibes.

 

Tina Knowles is tracing the throughline of Beyoncé and Solange’s success

The mother of Beyoncé and Solange, Tina Knowles has released her book, “Matriarch: A Memoir.” The 432-page Oprah’s Book Club selection delves into a vast range of topics, including her enslaved great-grandmothers, the Houston childhoods of Beyoncé and Solange and her infidelity-plagued first marriag

 

Keri Hilson’s ‘We Need to Talk’ marks her return to music after a 15-year absence

The year Keri Hilson released her second album Barack Obama was in his first term as U.S. president, the first iPad was released and Instagram was launched.

 

Tom Hardy and Guy Ritchie reunite for gritty crime series ‘MobLand’

Hollywood megastar Tom Hardy has reunited with director Guy Ritchie 17 years after “RocknRolla” for a new TV series, “MobLand.”

 

Q&A: Jagged Edge’s new album celebrates love, longevity and brotherhood

Jagged Edge is back with their 11th studio album, “All Original Parts: Vol. 1.” The title of the 15-track project released Friday points to the group’s solidarity.

 

Teddy Swims is elated about 2 babies: his upcoming child and ‘Part 2' album

Teddy Swims is busier than ever with two babies: One is the child he’s expecting, and the other is his new album, “I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 2).”

 

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