Ronald LaPread, the founding bassist, songwriter, and co-founder of the legendary R&B and funk group The Commodores, has died at the age of 75. His daughter, music producer Soraya LaPread, announced the news Saturday in a heartfelt social media post. “It is with a very heavy heart that I must announce that my father Ronald…
Rapper Nelly has scored a major legal victory after a federal judge ordered the attorney for former St. Lunatics member Ali Jones to pay $67,586 in legal fees stemming from a copyright lawsuit involving Nelly’s landmark debut album, Country Grammar. On May 28, U.S. District Judge Victor Marrero ruled that Nelly’s legal team should be…
Neo-soul legends Floetry, gospel icon Fred Hammond, and R&B favorite Joe are among the major artists set to perform exclusive NPR Music Tiny Desk Concerts in Washington, D.C., as part of a special celebration honoring Black Music Month this June. The exciting collaboration between NPR Music and BET will spotlight a wonderful lineup of influential…
Legendary actor Keith David is finally getting his flowers! Keith David became emotional after being selected as part of the prestigious Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2026, calling the recognition “a wonderful birthday present next year.” The Emmy Award-winning actor, producer, and iconic voice talent will officially receive the 2,847th star on the Hollywood…
Neo-soul and R&B fans, get ready! Musiq Soulchild is heading to City National Grove of Anaheim for a special live performance on Friday, May 29, 2026. The GRAMMY-nominated singer, born Taalib Johnson, will take the stage at 8:00 PM, with doors opening at 7:00 PM. Tickets went on sale through Ticketmaster. With a career spanning…
The world of jazz is mourning the loss of legendary tenor saxophonist Sonny Rollins, widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential musicians in jazz history. Rollins passed away Monday afternoon at his home in Woodstock, New York, at the age of 95, according to a statement released by his longtime publicist, Terri…
We have some difficult times these days in Hollywood. Fans of 30 Rock are mourning the loss of Grizz Chapman, who has died at the age of 52 following a long private health battle. Hollywood is mourning the loss of the fan-favorite actor best known for portraying the loyal and lovable Grizz alongside Tracy Morgan…
Tia Mowry is heading back to the small screen this summer with a new Lifetime thriller, Single Black Tenant, which she will both star in and executive produce. The upcoming film is part of Lifetime’s “Ripped From the Headlines” slate and is set to premiere Saturday, June 27 at 8/7c. Storyline Inspired by true events, Single Black…
Remy Ma is heading back to Lifetime with a brand-new psychological thriller, Don’t Trust the Girls Upstairs. The Grammy-nominated rapper stars as Ashley Preston, a woman whose carefully structured life begins to unravel after the sudden death of her estranged sister. Ashley and her husband Elliot, played by Garfield Wilson, take in her orphaned teenage niece…
Oscar-nominated actress Danielle Brooks is officially bringing soul food, culture, and community to television in the upcoming Apple TV+ comedy American Comfort. According to Deadline, Brooks is set to star in and executive produce the new series inspired by the life of legendary Harlem restaurateur Melba Wilson. The project is written and executive produced by acclaimed…
