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PJ Morton Announces New Album 'PAUL'

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The album is "the most honest expression of myself and my art that I've ever made," GRAMMY winner PJ Morton said in a statement
Jennifer Velez
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Jul 23, 2019 - 5:55 pm

GRAMMY-winning singer/songwriter PJ Morton is not done releasing solo music just yet. He has announced that his next album PAUL is set to be released Aug. 9. 

The album, which follows 2017's Gumbo Unplugged, will be "the most honest expression of myself and my art that I've ever made," he said in a statement. "Everybody calls me PJ, but I came into this world as Paul. That struck me as the perfect title for this album because Paul is the purest form of who I am."

The singer teased new music when he spoke to the Recording Academy at ESSENCE Fest earlier this month. "I'm working on other new music, working on some TV shows," he said at the time. "We're keeping busy."

Recorded in his hometown of New Orleans, the album has several features, including Rapsody and JoJo. Gumbo was orginally set to be his last album, but his move back to his hometown re-inspired him.

"I was struggling to figure out who I wanted to be and where I could fit in as a solo artist, and it honestly left me feeling pretty defeated," he said. "Coming back to New Orleans inspired a lot of new growth and perspective, though, and it helped me realize that the best thing I could be was myself."

His latest single from the 10-track album, "Ready," is a retro-inspired love song. Watch below:

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Yuna Announces U.S. Headlining Tour In Support Of 'Rouge'

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The Malaysian singer-songwriter's seventh album is out July 12 and its latest single features rapper G-Eazy
Jennifer Velez
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May 23, 2019 - 11:35 am

Malaysian pop star Yuna has announced a U.S. tour launching in the Midwest this summer in support of her forthcoming seventh album, Rouge.

The tour will launch in Chicago on July 14 and head to Washington, New York City, Boston and Los Angeles before its last stop in Oakland on Aug. 2. The follow-up to 2016's Chapters drops July 12. 

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Her latest single, "Blank Marquee," features rapper G-Eazy. "Blank Marquee was inspired by late '80s, early '90s pop music that I grew up listening to in my dad’s old car…we wanted to write something kinda sassy, but also a song about standing up for yourself," Yuna said in a statement.  

For more information on the tour, visit Yuna's website. 

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Michael Sticka 

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Michael Sticka Named GRAMMY Museum President

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Sticka, who first joined the organization in 2014 and formerly held the position of Executive Director at the GRAMMY Museum, will continue to lead the museum's growth and strategy
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Jul 30, 2019 - 2:14 pm

The GRAMMY Museum has promoted Michael Sticka to President as the Recording Academy and the Latin Recording Academy make the largest conributions to the museum in either organization's history.

Sticka, who first joined the organization in 2014 and formerly held the position of Executive Director at the GRAMMY Museum, will continue to lead the museum's growth and strategy. He will also "oversee all aspects of Museum operations, including curatorial, development, marketing, grants and awards, public and education programs, and more," a statement said. His contract will extend through 2022. 

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“As Executive Director, I’ve witnessed our team’s incredible passion, hard work, and dedication, which has strengthened our impact and presence in the Los Angeles music and education communities,” said Sticka. “I’m honored that the Board has entrusted me in the role as President, allowing me to continue leading this extraordinary team with the purpose of driving our social good within the community and uphold the Museum's mission to educate, inspire, cultivate creativity, and share the significance of music."

Sticka, who created the museum's Community Engagement Department as executive director, said the museum will continue to invest in its community engagement, curatorial mission and education program. Sticka said the museum's goal is to reach 100,000 over the next five years. 

The Recording Academy contributed $5 million for museum renovations and technology updates, while the Latin Recording Academy will donate more than half a million dollars in a three-year period to grow the Latin music exhibits, education programs and the hiring of a Latin music curator. Both presidents of each organization shared their excitement for Sticka's promotion and their investment in the museum's work. 

“Under Michael’s leadership and guidance, the GRAMMY Museum has not only secured substantial new investments from the Recording Academy and the Latin Recording Academy, but has also seen a tremendous increase in visitors, revenue from attendance, merchandise and event sales, and more” said Neil Portnow, President/CEO of the Recording Academy and Chair of the Board of Directors of the GRAMMY Museum. “The Museum’s growth and path towards cementing its status as ‘the’ steward and place where Music Has A Home, as well as its future financial and business well-being is reflective of and a testament to Michael’s strategic vision, impressive operational skills, and exceptional leadership.”  

“We are thrilled to expand our relationship with the GRAMMY Museum,” said The Latin Recording Academy President/CEO Gabriel Abaroa Jr. “The Latin Recording Academy and the GRAMMY Museum share the commitment of educating the public about the significant contributions Latin music has made in the world. I look forward to expanding our presence inside the GRAMMY Museum in an impactful way that guides the narrative and preserves the stories of Latin music and its creators."

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Watch: Lizzo & Missy Elliott Turn Up The "Tempo" In Brand-New Video

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At long last, Lizzo and Missy Elliott have dropped the visuals for their 'Cuz I Love You' collab
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Jul 26, 2019 - 4:32 pm

Lizzo and Missy Elliott were the collab the world didn't know it needed when they dropped "Tempo" before Lizzo released Cuz I Love You in March. Now, fans have reason to get excited all over again: The video for "Tempo" is out and features the two women turning up the parking lot outside of a diner called "Lizzo's." 

Directed by Andy Hines, the video has Lizzo showing off her rap skills in a red cowboy hat and blue-two piece. Meanwhile, Missy pops out from the front of a low-rider and begins her empowering verse: "All the thick girls down on the flrrr/ Ice on my neck like brrr/ I'm big-boned with nice curves/ Look at me, I know I look grrrd."

Of course, Lizzo's flute makes an appearance too. Watch the video above. 

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The brand-new visuals premiered during an ABC primetime special on Tuesday, July 16
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Jul 17, 2019 - 12:45 pm

Beyoncé brings dramatic choreography to the desert and waterfall backgrounds in her video for "Spirit," the first single from her curated Lion King: The Gift album featuring Jay Z, Kendrick Lamar, Childish Gambino, Tierra Whack and more from Disney's The Lion King remake.   

The "Formation" singer, who voices "Nala" in The Lion King remake, wears colorful dresses as she dances emotively on cue with groups of dancers in the video, which premiered in an ABC primetime special on Tuesday, July16. Her daughter Blue Ivy Carter also makes a special cameo in the clip, wearing a matching outfit and sporting red hair.

"Spirit" is a collaboration with GRAMMY winner Hans Zimmer and Lebo M. In a statement, Beyoncé described her vision for the album.

"This is sonic cinema... This is a new experience of storytelling. I wanted to do more than find a collection of songs that were inspired by the film. It is a mixture of genres and collaboration that isn’t one sound. It is influenced by everything from R&B, pop, hip hop and Afro Beat," she said. "Each song was written to reflect the film’s storytelling that gives the listener a chance to imagine their own imagery, while listening to a new contemporary interpretation. It was important that the music was not only performed by the most interesting and talented artists but also produced by the best African producers. Authenticity and heart were important to me."

The Lion King soundtrack is out digitally July 11 and physically July 19.  

Beyoncé Shares Epic Track List For 'The Lion King: The Gift:' JAY-Z, Kendrick Lamar, Mr. Eazi, Shatta Wale & Many More

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