Courtesy of Live Nation Urban Gospel artists will unite for another iteration of Kirk Franklin‘s Exodus Music & Arts Festival this spring. The festival will return to Dallas’ The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory May 25-26, continuing its goal of spotlighting gospel music, its culture and its superstars. So far, Kirk will double as host and headlining performer;…
Kevin Mazur/WireImage for Parkwood Sticks and stones may break her bones, but words won’t hurt Blue Ivy. Instead, they will motivate her to go harder. In a report about Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé, The New York Times reveals Bey’s Renaissance World Tour was originally set to include one performance featuring Blue. “She told me she was ready to…
Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Webby Awards SZA may take her time to respond to her accomplishments on social media, but there’s a reason why. In a series of recents tweets shared on X, formerly known as Twitter, the singer explained that posting on social media causes her feelings of anxiety and FOMO. “No one teaches you…
Leon Bennett/Getty Images for BET SZA was the top winner at the BET Soul Train Awards Sunday night, taking home four awards including Album of the Year and Song of the Year. Usher followed with three trophies, while Victoria Monét nabbed two. The ceremony, hosted by Keke Palmer, featured performances by BJ The Chicago Kid,…
Steve Dietl Ludacris fans: Would you be ready to “Stand Up” and “Act a Fool” if the rapper put out a holiday album? While it’s something he hasn’t done before, Luda said a collection of festive tracks could be in the cards in the near future. “We’ve been talking about it for years, like, it’s been a long time,”…
Courtesy Fandango Beyoncé debuted a new look at the premiere for Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé in Los Angeles on Saturday. The singer sported platinum blonde hair and a silver Versace dress for the occasion. Designer Donatella Versace posted photos of the look on Instagram, writing, “@beyonce, you are a vision in Versace. You are…
Scott Dudelson/Getty Images Lil Durk is giving back to his community with the Feast of Thanks meal giveaway on Thanksgiving. An announcement shared by Durk’s Neighborhood Heroes Foundation says that he’ll be serving 2,000 or more families on the South and West sides of Chicago with hot, ready-to-eat Boston Market meals. The event is an extension of last year’s turkey giveaway, where Durk’s Neighborhood…
Joe Faraoni / ESPN Images Like many people on Thanksgiving, Taye Diggs is looking to eat well and drink plenty. He told ABC Audio about his plans to spend the holiday with loved ones, specifically his sisters, who’ve mastered making the family’s famous punch. “It’s amazing,” he said of the heirloom drink. The special concoction was originally mixed together by his late…
Webster Hall Alicia Keys is celebrating the 20th anniversary of her landmark sophomore album, The Diary of Alicia Keys, with an anniversary concert. The special event takes place on Friday, December 1, at Webster Hall in New York City. Tickets to attend in person are sold out, but the streaming platform Veeps will broadcast the concert live. Livestream…
Scott Dudelson/Getty Images Sad news for Lauryn Hill fans who were expecting to attend an upcoming show as part of her Miseducation 25th Anniversary Tour. The singer announced she’s canceling “most of the remaining” tour dates this year due to her ongoing vocal issues. “As many of you may know, I’ve been battling serious vocal strain for the past…