Tributes pour in for R&B singer Angie Stone after her death at 63 in a highway crash
Read full article: Tributes pour in for R&B singer Angie Stone after her death at 63 in a highway crashFans are remembering R&B singer Angie Stone after her death at 63 in a weekend crash on a highway in Alabama while returning from a performance.
River City Beats with “The Voice” artist Madison Hughes
Read full article: River City Beats with “The Voice” artist Madison HughesAs a multifaceted artist, Madison Hughes has learned how to sing and produce music of many genres such as Folk, R&B, Americana, Rock, Blues, and Country. With a degree in video production from Florida State University, she has developed an inclination toward performing her music on social media platforms. Madison, with the support of her family, moved to Nashville to chase her dream of pursuing music. And now, as a result of her successful blind audition on “The Voice,” she has found and embraced her voice as a rock n’ roll artist with a unique country-blues twang.
Jacksonville R&B singer YK Osiris visits local schools to inspire, talk about mental health
Read full article: Jacksonville R&B singer YK Osiris visits local schools to inspire, talk about mental healthJacksonville R&B singer and entertainer YK Osiris visited several local schools this week in an effort to inspire students and talk with them about mental health.
Jacksonville rapper offers to pay funeral costs for teen who died after fall from amusement park ride
Read full article: Jacksonville rapper offers to pay funeral costs for teen who died after fall from amusement park rideAfter a 14-year-old Missouri teen fell to his death from a towering Florida amusement ride this week, a rapper from Jacksonville is offering to pay funeral costs.
First night out R&B Concert for New Year’s Eve
Read full article: First night out R&B Concert for New Year’s EvePromoter William Davis connected with John Wyche to bring an epic R&B concert to Vystar Memorial Arena. Classic artists including the Isley Brothers, Anthony Hamilton, Monica and Dru Hill will grace the stage and take many back down a musical memory lane. The show also benefits teachers and nurses offering attendees the chance to have a great time to ring in the new year while giving back.
Hitmakers BTS stamp their authority on American Music Awards
Read full article: Hitmakers BTS stamp their authority on American Music AwardsSouth Korean superstars BTS were crowned artist of the year at the American Music Awards on Sunday, brushing aside challenges from Taylor Swift, Drake and The Weeknd as they took home a total of three awards.
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Jury of 7 men, 5 women to hear R Kelly sex trafficking case
Read full article: Jury of 7 men, 5 women to hear R Kelly sex trafficking caseR&B star R. Kelly will face an anonymous jury made up of seven men and five women when his New York City sex trafficking trial goes forward next week with opening statements.
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Red, White, and Blues | River City Live
Read full article: Red, White, and Blues | River City LiveLes DeMerle and Bonnie Eisele continue to showcase the jazz music genre with another event on Amelia Island. They have partnered with Story and Song Bookstore Bistro to put on 2 performances Sunday, July 4th at 2 pm and 5pm. The musical stylings will focus on jazz, but also span to R&B, Brazillian influences and more. There will also be a barbecue to open the day starting at noon. Tickets are available for Red, White & Blues: A Jazz Tribute to Independence Day featuring the Dynamic Les DeMerle Quartet with Bonnie Eisele at storyandsongbookstore.com/specialevents.
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Jhené Aiko, Saweetie to perform on AAPI advocacy TV special
Read full article: Jhené Aiko, Saweetie to perform on AAPI advocacy TV specialPlatinum-selling performers of part-Asian descent, including R&B singer Jhené Aiko and rapper Saweetie, will perform on a TV special produced by The Asian American Foundation, the newly formed organization launched to improve AAPI advocacy.
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After top Grammy win, singer H.E.R. is heading to the Oscars
Read full article: After top Grammy win, singer H.E.R. is heading to the Oscars(Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)NEW YORK – A night after winning the top Grammy Award for songwriting, R&B singer H.E.R. Leslie Odom Jr. will also compete for best original song with “Speak Now” from “One Night in Miami...," which he wrote with Sam Ashworth. AdSongs by John Legend, Mary J. Blige, Janelle Monae and Robert Glasper were shortlisted for best original song but didn't make the final cut. The duo of Reznor and Ross have won a number of awards for their scoring work, including an Oscar, Grammy, Emmy and Golden Globe. Terence Blanchard (“Da 5 Bloods"), Emile Mosseri (“Minari") and James Newton Howard (“News of the World") round out the best original score nominees.
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Ladies night: Beyoncé, Swift make history as others win big
Read full article: Ladies night: Beyoncé, Swift make history as others win bigFour women won the top four prizes Sunday, including Swift, who became the first female performer to win album of the year three times. Beyoncé — with her 28th win — became the most decorated woman in Grammy history. And 9-year-old Blue Ivy Carter — who won best music video alongside her mother — became the second youngest act to win a Grammy in the show’s 63-year history. Megan Thee Stallion, who won three honors, also made history and became the first female rapper to win best rap song. She's also the fifth rap-based act to win best new artist.
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The Weeknd criticizes Grammys over nominations snub
Read full article: The Weeknd criticizes Grammys over nominations snubHe said music from his fifth studio album “Changes” was wrongly viewed as a pop album, rather than an R&B project. “I set out to make an R&B album,” he wrote on Instagram. It is not being acknowledged as an R&B album, which is very strange to me.”Bieber was nominated in the categories for best pop solo performance, best pop duo/group performance, best pop vocal album and best country duo/group performance. The singer said he loves pop music, but he wants to be respected for his work. “I grew up admiring R&B music and wished to make a project that would embody that sound,” he said.
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Cardi B, Dolly Parton, Dua Lipa to be honored by Billboard
Read full article: Cardi B, Dolly Parton, Dua Lipa to be honored by BillboardNEW YORK – Cardi B has only released one major single this year — the hit “WAP" — but it's enough for Billboard to name her Woman of the Year. Billboard announced the honor Wednesday and the Grammy-winning rapper will be celebrated at the music brand's 15th Annual Women in Music Event, which will stream live on Dec. 10 at billboardwomeninmusic.com at 8 p.m. EDT. Jennifer Lopez will receive the Icon Award at the event and Dolly Parton will earn the Powerhouse Award. Other honorees include pop star Dua Lipa (Powerhouse Award), R&B sister duo Chloe x Halle (Rising Star Award) and singer-songwriter Jessie Reyez (Impact Award). Outside of “WAP" — which co-stars Megan Thee Stallion and spent four weeks at No.
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Here’s why you are going to want to start watching ‘Verzuz’ on Instagram Live right now
Read full article: Here’s why you are going to want to start watching ‘Verzuz’ on Instagram Live right nowWhat started as some entertainment during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic has turned into one of the must-see Instagram Live shows. The premise is pretty simple: two R&B singers or rappers go head-to-head in a friendly battle on Instagram Live, and thousands of people get to sit back at home and enjoy. While the performances are so much fun to watch, what really makes “Verzuz” so entertaining is the chit chat between the stars, as well as the comment section on Instagram Live. It’s pretty surreal to see comments pop in from First Lady Michelle Obama, Oprah, Mariah Carey and Viola Davis, but they were watching the same Instagram Live stream as everyone else. We don’t know who will be up next for a “Verzuz” battle, but here’s to hoping we’ll get to witness another epic night.
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Kelly's lawyers want to question gang member in cell attack
Read full article: Kelly's lawyers want to question gang member in cell attackCHICAGO Attorneys for R. Kelly want to question a convicted member of the Latin Kings gang who says he beat up the jailed R&B singer in a Chicago cell. Kellys lawyers filed a motion Friday in federal court to question Jeremiah Farmer under oath, the Chicago Tribune reported. Farmer, 39, is facing mandatory life in prison in a racketeering conspiracy that involved a 1999 double murder, according to the newspaper. It appears that MCC personnel simply followed Mr. Farmer, allowed him to carry out the attack, and then only intervened after Mr. Kelly had already sustained serious injuries, Kellys attorney Michael Leonard wrote in the motion. Kellys attorneys have been trying to have him released on bond pending his trial.

Frank Ocean releases single 'In My Room'
Read full article: Frank Ocean releases single 'In My Room'Frank Ocean a second single in as many weeks, and more may be on the way. LOS ANGELES - It's only been two weeks, and R&B singer Frank Ocean has already released another surprise single. Ocean released "In My Room" on Saturday through Apple Music. Ocean hosted a Halloween edition of his PrEP+ clubnight in New York on Thursday, where fans got a special treat when "In My Room" was played during the event. However, "In My Room" was also paired with cover art matching one of 17 silhouettes.

5 ways to make the most of your week in Jacksonville
Read full article: 5 ways to make the most of your week in JacksonvilleFrom a trivia night to R&B, there's plenty to enjoy in Jacksonville this week. 'Stranger Things' Trivia at Lola's Burrito & Burger JointFrom the event description:Come celebrate Season 3 of "Stranger Things" with Lola's Burrito & Burger Joint! When: Wednesday, June 26, 7:30-9:30 p.m.Where: Lola's Burrito & Burger Joint, 1522 King St. Admission: FreeClick here for more details, and to get your ticketsHolistic Happy Hour - Summer Kickoff! Come dressed inspired by your favorite book character casual, formal or in drag and whatever makes you feel great.

On this day: June 27
Read full article: On this day: June 272014: R&B singer-songwriter and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Bobby Womack dies at the age of 70 in Tarzana, California. He had been battling a variety of health issues in his latter years, including prostate cancer, colon cancer, pneumonia and Alzheimer's disease. Womack started his career as the lead singer of his family musical group The Valentinos and as Sam Cooke's backing guitarist, and went on to write songs such as "It's All Over Now," which became The Rolling Stones' first UK No. As a singer he is most notable for the hits "Lookin' For a Love," "That's The Way I Feel About Cha," "Woman's Gotta Have It," "Harry Hippie," "Across 110th Street" and his 1980s hit "If You Think You're Lonely Now." Hide Caption

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