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Legendary country songwriter Cindy Walker has been posthumously inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, recognizing her enduring legacy in music.

It is Shakespeare's classic tragedy. Othello Retold through a hip-hop lens and so it is constant beats being spun by DJ who is present the entire time. And and the rhyme being done on top of that consistently in rhythm, just like all of Shakespeare's work was in that iambic pentameter.

On the track, The Chainsmokers set the tempo with a breezy beat accented by earthy keys and slick cymbals, and Fridayy’s vocals melt into the icy bounce as he sings, “There’s nothing that’s stopping us, Is this like we’re young in love, Don’t care if we crash, Having the time of your life.” The song arrives nearly a decade after The Chainsmokers released their song “Roses” ft. ROZES and is a self-dubbed Part 2 of the song that started it all for the duo. Watch the video here!

RIAA gold-selling Chicago rap virtuoso and Pivot Gang leader Saba and GRAMMY® Award-winning super-producer No ID drop their latest collaborative single  entitled head.rap. RIAA gold-selling Chicago rap virtuoso and Pivot Gang leader Saba and GRAMMY® Award-winning super-producer No ID drop their latest collaborative single  entitled head.rap. The song features R&B breakouts and fellow ARTium Recordings collaborators Jordan Ward and Ogi along with rising independent singer-songwriter Madison McFerrin.The new track comes ahead of the Chicago duo’s highly anticipated joint album From the Private Collection of Saba and No ID out soon via ARTium Recordings. “head.rap,” is a simply crafted, incredibly catchy ode to Black hair. It’s calming and mellow, with brilliantly layered verses from Saba, a powerful hook shared by Ward and Ogi, lucious backing vocals from McFerrin, and a gently percussive beat that sounds like the memory of a summer’s day. Listen to the song here!

Multiplatinum Detroit rapper Tee Grizzley turns up the heat yet again on a powerhouse new song entitled “Suffer In Silence” out now. On the track, an ominous piano loop sets the tone as Tee’s fast and furious flow kicks into high gear. He overpowers the production with a masterful lyrical display punctuated by a promise, “Ain’t done yet, still gonna be bigger. Ain’t done yet, still gonna be richer.” He alternates between punchy rhymes and arresting harmonies, showcasing his versatility once again. Listen to the song now!

Filipino-American artist and producer Cold Hart has just unveiled a brooding new single titled “Bag of Hearts”, another preview of his new album ‘Pretty In The Dark’ out on May 17th. Embracing a new mindset that finds the beauty lurking in the darkness, the Long Island based creative draws inspiration from goth icons such as The Cure and Lebanon Hanover for his most vulnerable collection of songs yet. Listen here!

Multi-platinum hard rock powerhouse FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH have released the digital deluxe version of their acclaimed album AFTERLIFE via Better Noise Records.

He is a former Simba actor for the Tony Award-winning and critically acclaimed Disney's The Lion King North American Broadway Tour and is recently wrapped starring as Eddie Kendricks of The Temptations in the renowned play Ain't Too Proud after a record breaking & award winning two plus year US run.

The Perelman Performing Arts Center will present award-winning comedian and television broadcaster David Letterman in “Conversations: David Letterman with Alex Honnold”. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Explore the newly released music video for the song 'Turn It Away' by Quarters of Change. Get a glimpse into the band's creative process and visual interpretation of their popular track. Next month, Quarters of Change will embark on a North American headline tour in support of the album. Watch the video now!

The CUNY Dance Initiative has announced public events April through June 2024. Learn more about the lineup here!

The 55th Annual NAACP Image Awards were announced during a ceremony on Saturday, March 16th. See the full list of winners here!

Discover Halle Bailey's latest release, an unforgettable love song titled IN YOUR HANDS. This captivating new track is accompanied by a stunning music video, showcasing Bailey's undeniable talent. “In Your Hands,” produced by Grammy nominated producer DemJointz, a gorgeous love song about the battle for once-in-a-lifetime love.

Join FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH on their headlining U.S. tour featuring Marilyn Manson and Slaughter To Prevail. The rock extravaganza kicks off on August 2 and runs through September 19.

Part of Pretty In The Dark's foray into Cold Hart's psyche comes from relinquishing some of his creative control, aided by legendary producer, engineer, and mixer Andrew Dawson (Kanye West, Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Code Orange). Alongside longtime collaborator and fellow GBC member, YAWNS, Cold Hart struck the balance between his past, present, and future.

Justin Timberlake releases his new track “Drown.” Written by Timberlake, Louis Bell (Taylor Swift, Post Malone), Henry Walter, Amy Allen, Kenyon Dixon and produced by Louis Bell, Cirkut (Maroon 5, The Weeknd).  Justin Timberlake also announced the long awaited European and UK leg of his momentous The Forget Tomorrow World Tour.

Diane Warren will be honored with the prestigious Johnny Mercer Award at the 2024 Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala in New York City on June 13, 2024. Other notable inductees include Hillary Lindsey, Timbaland, and R.E.M. The award reflects whose body of work upholds the gold standard set by the legendary Johnny Mercer.

See lineup for Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival 2024, featuring performances from renowned international and American artists like The Royal Ballet of the United Kingdom, Camille A. Brown & Dancers, and more. Tickets on sale soon!

Melissa Errico will release a new Sondheim album, 'Sondheim in the City,' on February 16. She will also offer a 10-performance residency at Birdland Jazz Feb 14-18, titled “A Manhattan Valentine”. Learn more about the album and residency here!

Jermaine Dupri has teamed up with Ashanti, Nelly, and Juicy J for their new single 'This Lil' Game We Play.' Hinging on a hypnotic sample of Subway & 702's classic 1994 track of the same name, “This Lil' Game We Play” unites three powerhouse voices while featuring production from Dupri. Right out the gate, sizzling hi-hats and synths mesmerize.