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The Headies has postponed its 18th edition from October 2026 to April 2027, pushing back its planned Toronto ceremony by nearly six months as organisers expand the programme across Nigeria and Canada. The awards, originally scheduled for October 23, 2026, will now culminate in Toronto on April 10 and 11, 2027, according to an announcement…
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Lana Del Rey delivered one of the standout performances of the 2026 Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix weekend, closing the three-day event with a set at the Padang Stage on Sunday, October 11. The American singer-songwriter brought her signature cinematic aesthetic to the Singapore crowd, combining atmospheric visuals, elaborate stage decorations and her recognisable vocals…
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British singer-songwriter RAYE has announced a special one-night-only concert at London’s Royal Albert Hall, where she will perform her sophomore album, This Music May Contain Hope, in a symphonic arrangement. Titled This Symphony May Contain Hope, the concert is scheduled for Friday, October 23, 2026. RAYE will be joined by her band, the Heritage Orchestra…
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R&B singer Summer Walker is facing a lawsuit from Interscope Records, which is seeking at least $50 million in damages after she attempted to terminate her recording contract without delivering what the label says are her remaining albums. The lawsuit, filed on October 9, 2026, in Los Angeles County Superior Court, marks a major escalation…
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A Smooth Afrobeat Party Anthem Exploring Lagos Nightlife, Love, Temptation, Money and Heartbreak Release Date: October 9, 2026 LAGOS, NIGERIA — Afrobeat artist Superstar YB has officially released his new single, “Devil in Gucci,” a smooth, energetic Afrobeat record that explores the unpredictable side of attraction, nightlife, love and heartbreak. Released worldwide under Hallmark Sound…
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American R&B star Brandy is set to headline Flytime Promotions’ House of R&B concert in Lagos on December 20, bringing one of the genre’s most recognisable voices to Nigeria for the 2026 Detty December season. The concert will take place at the Eko Convention Centre and will open Flytime’s six-night December entertainment programme. The announcement…
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Gunna is entering a new chapter of his career, launching his own record label, SB THE LABEL, in partnership with Atlantic Music Group while releasing his new single, “pop it,” accompanied by a music video featuring tennis champion Coco Gauff. Announced on October 9, the move sees the Atlanta rapper step into the role of…
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Sean “Diddy” Combs has been ordered to pay NBCUniversal $477,700.50 in legal fees following the dismissal of his $100 million defamation lawsuit over the documentary Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy. The ruling, issued by New York Supreme Court Justice Phaedra F. Perry-Bond on October 6, represents a significant financial setback for the music…
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Burna Boy is taking his love for video games to another level, joining the world of Grand Theft Auto VI as a radio host. The Grammy-winning Nigerian superstar will co-host AfroBank FM alongside British DJ and producer Palms Trax, bringing African music to one of gaming’s most anticipated releases. Rockstar Games unveiled the radio station…
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Basketball legend Michael Jordan has donated $10 million to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s School of Social Work in honour of his mother, Deloris P. Jordan, recognising her lifelong commitment to supporting children, families and communities. Announced on October 5, 2026, the donation is the largest single gift in the school’s history.…