Leon Thomas

Cynthia Erivo, Barbra Streisand, & More Nominated For 2026 GRAMMYS - Full List of Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2025

Barbra Streisand, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga, and more have been nominated for 2026 GRAMMYS. See the full list of nominations here!

Halle Bailey Unveils Debut Album ‘love?…or something like it’
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 24, 2025

Halle Bailey releases her debut album ‘love?…or something like it’, featuring tracks and collaborations that explore love and self-discovery.

Reneé Rapp, Laufey, Among Lineup for iHeartRadio 2025 Jingle Ball Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 26, 2025

iHeartRadio has unveiled the 2025 lineup for its annual 'iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One,' which includes Mean Girls star Reneé Rapp, Laufey, Ed Sheeran, and more.

Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, & More Recieve 2025 VMAs Nominations- See the Full List
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 5, 2025

Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter, and more have received nominations for MTV's 2025 Video Music Awards. The VMAs are set to air on Sunday, September 7th at 8 PM/ET on CBS and Paramount+. Take a look at the full list here!

'RNB X Live: The UK Sound’ Concert Series to Showcase Emerging UK R&B Talent
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 31, 2025

Live Nation Urban (LNU) and Spotify have announced their upcoming limited concert series, “RNB X Live: The UK Sound.” The two-city concert series will bring emerging R&B talent from across the UK to both coasts of the US.

Common And Pete Rock, Patti LaBelle, Lucky Daye, Leon Thomas, De La Soul Headline 2025 MATI Festival In St. Louis
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2025

MATI (Music at the Intersection) Festival and Conference returns for its fifth year with a diverse, roots-inspired and decades-spanning artist lineup.

Common And Pete Rock, Patti LaBelle and More to Headline 2025 MATI Festival In St. Louis
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2025

MATI (Music at the Intersection) Festival and Conference will return for its fifth year with a diverse, roots-inspired and decades-spanning artist lineup. Learn more!

New Media Film Festival Announces WRITERS BLOCK �" A Unique Platform Celebrating EMMY, TELLY & Novice Writers
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2025

The innovative New Media Film Festival, known for championing groundbreaking ideas created Writers Block - a unique and engaging platform for celebrating the voices of writers. Live online during 16th New Media Film Festival June 4-5 2026.

VICTORIOUS Spin-Off Series in Development at Nickelodeon; Daniella Monet to Return
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 6, 2025

A spin-off of Nickedlodeon's Victorious is in the works, this time following Daniella Monet's character Trina Vega. The series, tentatively titled Hollywood Arts, will see Trina Vega return to the titular school as a teacher.

Olivia Rodrigo, Hozier, & More Join Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival 2025 Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 8, 2025

Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival has revealed the lineup for this year’s edition of the internationally acclaimed camping festival, which includes Luke Combs on Thursday, Tyler, The Creator on Friday, Olivia Rodrigo on Saturday, and Hozier on Sunday.

THE PAJAMA MONOLOGUES PART 2: BECOMING Set for St. Michaels Recital Hall This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 1, 2024

The Pajama Monologues will be premiering the second in a series at St. Michaels Recital Hall this month, featuring proud, dynamic voices of women who speak up and speak out about the evolution of who they are becoming.

Brooklyn Funk Essentials Releases Reimagined Double Single
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 27, 2024

Celebrating 30 years to the date since the release of their pivotal debut album Cool And Steady And Easy, cult acid-jazz ensemble Brooklyn Funk Essentials are back with the release of a new double-single comprised of reimagined versions of two classic songs from the Arthur Baker-produced LP: ‘Blow Your Brains Out’ and ‘Brooklyn Recycles’.

The Roots & Live Nation Urban Set 'Roots Picnic' 2024 Lineup
by Michael Major - Feb 19, 2024

Don't miss the blockbuster lineup featuring Lil Wayne, Jill Scott, André 3000, and more at the Roots Picnic 2024 celebration. As such, multi-GRAMMY Award-winning legend Lil Wayne will headline the festival with The Roots delivering a set highlighted by decades of definitive hits which will include special guests PJ Morton, and Trombone Shorty.

SZA, Snoh Aalegra & KAYTRAMINE Headline SOL Blume Festival
by Michael Major - Feb 2, 2024

Setting the tone for an unforgettable weekend, a pair of the most successful and critically acclaimed R&B artists – SZA and Snow Aalegra – will headline this year's three-day outdoor fest, the former of whom is up for “Album of the Year” at the 2024 Grammy Awards. 

THE COLOR PURPLE Tops NAACP Image Award Nominations - Full List of Nominees!
by Michael Major - Jan 25, 2024

The NAACP Image Award Nominations have been announced, with The Color Purple leading with a total of 16 nominations, with nods for Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Taraji P. Henson, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Halle Bailey, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, and more. Check out the full list of nominations now!

Leon Thomas Announces Debut Album 'Electric Dusk'
by Michael Major - Aug 2, 2023

For the last ten years, Leon has been writing and producing for artists such as Ella Mai, SZA, Post Malone, and more in addition to being an accomplished actor. As he heads into the next chapter of his life, Leon fully develops his artistry as he establishes himself as a solo artist.

Full Casts & Complete Lineup Set for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has announced the complete principal casts, creative teams, and events planned for the previously announced summer season.

Brooklyn Funk Essentials Due To Release New Album
by Michael Major - May 1, 2023

The release day focus and title track ‘Intuition’ is a hook-laden jam with hints of Brubeck, Chaka Khan and Nino Rota, featuring Alison Limerick and guitarist Desmond Foster on soulful vocals and Hux’s funky drummer beats It follows up the recent 4th single from the album ‘Rollin’, which was playlisted by Jazz FM for four weeks.

Leon Thomas Releases on New Single 'Crash & Burn'
by Michael Major - Apr 7, 2023

“Crash & Burn” was produced Faxxonly & BNYX of Working on Dying who has previously worked on projects with artists such as Drake, Future, and Lil Uzi Vert. Electric Dusk will feature tracks “Love Jones” ft Ty Dolla $ign, “X-Rated” ft. Benny The Butcher, and “Breaking Point” – a fan and media favorite.

Phony PPL Announces 2023 Euphonyus West Coast Tour
by Michael Major - Mar 20, 2023

Phony Ppl underscored the new evolution of their sonic journey with their latest opus Euphonyus. This week, one of the many stand-out tracks from the album, “Nowhere But Up.” garnered the achievement of No. 2 song on the Billboard Adult R&B Airplay Chart as the official music video for the track soars in over half a million views via YouTube.