Chaka Khan is set to receive her flowers at the ‘Soul Train Awards 2026.’

For, the Queen of Funk will receive the prestigious Classic Soul Honor at the revived ceremony next month.

And in a fitting full-circle moment, the celebration will take place in the R&B legend’s hometown of Chicago.

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Amy Winehouse‘s timeless music took centre stage in London this week, with FLO, Jorja Smith, Sasha Keable and Yebba among the stars honouring the late singer at a special tribute concert.

Held at the Roundhouse on Wednesday (October 21), the show celebrated Winehouse’s seminal sophomore album, ‘Back to Black,’ with an all-star lineup revisiting the project’s 11 tracks.

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Dame Dash has spent decades preaching the importance of ownership. Now, in a remarkable twist, the Roc-A-Fella Records co-founder’s own life story has been auctioned off to help settle his mounting debts.

And while his story has attracted a six-figure bid, the embattled mogul won’t see a penny of the proceeds. Instead, the money is earmarked for his creditors.

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Cyndi Lauper says she has no regrets about working with Nicki Minaj, despite their sharply different political positions.

The Pop veteran addressed Minaj’s increasingly public support for Donald Trump while discussing the rapper’s use of ‘Girls Just Want to Have Fun’ on ‘Pink Friday Girls.’

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Jade‘s ‘Angel of My Dreams’ is spreading its wings all over again!

More than two years after launching her solo journey, the Pop star’s debut single is enjoying a fresh Stateside boost after soundtracking Kylie Jenner‘s Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show walk. And JADE herself is making the most of the moment.

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It’s the remix!

Ciara is breathing new life into her latest single ‘Yes‘ by tapping fellow Atlanta native Young Dro for its official revamp.

After garnering critical acclaim for the recorded version of the ‘Shoulder Lean’ rapper’s addition after it dropped at the top of the month, the updated take on the cut – which puts an up-tempo spin on the original version – has now been given the live treatment by the Southern duo via a visit to the wildly popular YouTube series ‘From the Block.’

Lifted to the Web on Wednesday (October 21), the clip comes just days ahead of the R&B diva’s 41st birthday (October 25).

Hop inside to see the early gift she’s giving her beloved fans (affectionately called the #CSquad).

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Keyshia Cole‘s 2005 debut album ‘The Way It Is‘ is ranked by many-a-music lover and critic among the greatest R&B bodies of work produced this century – and rightfully so.

Home to hits ‘I Changed My Mind,’ ‘I Just Want It to Be Over,’ ‘I Should’ve Cheated,’ and her signature smash ‘Love,’ the now-Platinum project put Cole on the map for filling a Hip-Hop/Soul fusion void that had been largely missing from her generation at the time and still being mostly carried by the subgenre’s forerunner Mary J. Blige.

But, if a quote from Cardi B‘s latest headline-grabbing chat with ‘New York Times’ is anything to judge by, limiting Keyshia’s ‘Way’ to being among the best of the millennium is selling it way too short.

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The on-and-off-again saga that is Blueface and Chrisean Rock‘s love story has hit another bump in the road, but this time the former is suggesting it’s a permanent stop.

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A frightening alleged attack on Rick Ross‘ son has resulted in an arrest.

Police have identified the man accused of pistol-whipping William Roberts III and threatening his life during a confrontation in Florida.

And the details surrounding the incident are troubling.

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Donald Trump has made his feelings for Nicki Minaj crystal clear.

The President dubbed the Rap superstar his “favorite” during an Oval Office moment featured in the premiere of ‘Million Dollar Pitch.’

And, given the pair’s increasingly public alliance, the latest show of affection adds another chapter to their unlikely bond.

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Doechii is back with another dose of rap fire!

The Grammy-winning rapper has unleashed ‘CATWOMAN,’ the latest instalment of her revived ‘Swamp Sessions‘ series, and she is making a statement with the cinematic release.

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Despite Coco Jones’ many accomplishments and impact, a recent video circulating online serves as a reminder that racism is still present.

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