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"A musical and spiritual journey to rediscover what matters most in life." Goldwyn Films has revealed an official US trailer for a Italian adventure musical called The Journey: A Music Special from Andrea Bocelli. Arriving on VOD this December after first premiering earlier this year. The doc follows the blind, religious Italian singer named Andrea Bocelli as he embarks on a journey following the Via Francigena, an ancient road traveled for centuries by pilgrims - they ride 200 miles on horseback throughout Italy. Merging world-class music with intimate conversations in the awe-inspiring Italian countryside, it is an exploration of the moments that define us, the songs that inspire us, and relationships that connect us to what matters most in life. Featuring Andrea Bocelli, Tori Kelly, Michael W. Smith, Katherine Jenkins, Tauren Wells, and Clara Barbier Serrano. "You'll be swept away by The Journey of beautiful music, creation, faith, and love." This...

Derek Hough continues his reign as one of the lords of the dance, scoring three nominations for the just-unveiled World Choreography Awards (sister Julianne Hough also makes a showing this year).

His nominations include ABC’s “Step Into…the Movies” special as well as their long-running “Dancing with the Stars,” and also Hough’s work on the music video for Michael Bublé’s “Higher.” However, married choreographers Phillip and Makenzie Chbeeb, also scored three noms each, including one with Hough for the “Higher” video, as well as for the “Zed Ramadan” TV commercial and ABC’s recent “Beauty and The Beast” anniversary special.

Jamal Sims, nominated for three Emmys this year in the choreography categories for his various projects—including Paramount+’s “Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies“—garnered two nods, including his work on Netflix’s “13 the Musical” and the live “Encanto at the Hollywood Bowl.”

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The 22nd annual BET Awards spread the wealth among a variety of winners Sunday night, while everyone from host Taraji P. Henson to presenter Janelle Monáe to winners Jazmine Sullivan and Best New Artist Latto took turns denouncing Friday’s Supreme Court decision overturning the constitutional right to abortion.

Sullivan and The Weeknd won as best R&b artists, while Bruno Mars, Anderson.Paak and Silk Sonic won for best group. Megan Thee Stallion and Kendrick Lamar were honored as best hip-hop stars.

In addition, Sean “Diddy” Combs accepted the Lifetime Achievement Award, presented by Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds and surprise guest Kanye “Ye” West.

See the complete list of winners below.

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Chlöe

Doja Cat

H.E.R.

Winner: Jazmine Sullivan

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Summer Walker

Best Male R&b...

The 2022 BET Awards were held on Sunday night, recognizing the best in music, film, TV and sports.

Empire alum Taraji P. Henson (pictured above) presided over this year’s awards, which took place at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. Ahead of the ceremony, rapper/singer Doja Cat had notched the highest number of nominations (with six), followed closely by rapper Drake and R&b singer Ari Lennox, who each earned four nods. (Unfortunately, all three musicians went home empty-handed.)

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The 22nd annual BET Awards aired Sunday night, with Taraji P. Henson returning as host for “culture’s biggest night.” Presented live from the Microsoft Theater, the star-studded event featured a roster of fresh and familiar talent, including electric performances by Lizzo, Jack Harlow, Lil Wayne, Roddy Ricch and Chance the Rapper.

Since 2001, the BET Awards have celebrated Black excellence in entertainment and the creative arts in TV, film, music, marketing and sports.

The honoree of the night was Lifetime Achievement Award winner Sean “Diddy” Combs, whose singular career as artist, producer and mogul was paid tribute to in a medley performance by long-time collaborators Jodeci, Mary J. Blige, Lil Kim, Busta Rhymes and Faith Evans. The celebration was capped off by a surprise speech from a mask-clad Kanye West, lauding the esteemed producer for his contributions to the world of hip-hop since the early 90s.

Scroll down to see the full list of winners.

This week’s repeal of Roe v. Wade loomed heavy over Sunday evening’s 2002 BET Awards, with numerous artists using the event to share their emotions and thoughts on the continued attacks against abortion rights in the United States.

“Guns have more rights than a woman,” said host Taraji P. Henson said in her opening monologue. “It’s a sad day in America. A weapon that can take lives has more power than woman who can give life, if she chooses to.”

R&b singer and Grammy Award-winner Jazmin Sullivan...

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The 2022 BET Awards are being handed out Sunday night.

The show kicked off with host Taraji P. Henson, presenter Janelle Monae and best female R&b/pop artist winner Jazmine Sullivan all addressing the recent Supreme Court decision to reverse the Roe v. Wade ruling within the first 17 minutes of the show.

“Guns have more rights than a woman,” Henson said in her monologue. “It’s a sad day in America. A weapon that can take lives has more power than woman who can give life, if she chooses to.”

Monae gave the middle finger and said, “Fuck you, Supreme Court” (the swear word was bleeped), while Sullivan called on males to support females in fighting for their rights.

Heading into the show, Doja Cat leads the nominations with a total of six mentions, including best female R&b/pop artist and best female hip-hop artist.

Doja Cat leads the pack of 2022 BET Awards nominees with six nods, followed closely behind by Ari Lennox and Drake, who each nabbed four.

Doja Cat dominated the music categories at the annual award show with an album of the year nomination for “Planet Her,” plus nods for best female R&b/pop artist and female hip-hop artist. Her duet with Sza, “Kiss Me More,” is up for video of the year and best collaboration. Doja Cat is also nominated for a BET Her award for her hit record, “Woman.”

Lennox’s four nods include best female R&b pop artist; a BET Her nomination for “Unloyal” with Summer Walker; as well as video of the year and BET Her nods for her song “Pressure.” Drake’s nominations include best male hip-hop artist; best collaboration and video of the year for “Way 2 Sexy,” featuring Future and Young Thug; and album...

Doja Cat scored a leading six nominations including Album of the Year for the 2022 BET Awards, which were revealed today. Drake and Ari Lennox are next with four noms apiece.

The 22nd BET Awards celebrate creative expression and Black excellence across music, TV, film, and sports.

The trophies will be handed out during the BET Awards on Sunday, June 26, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. BET will air the Taraji P. Henson-hosted ceremony live at 8 p.m. Et and at 8 p.m. delayed in the West.

Here are the nominees for the 2022 BET Awards:

Best Female R&b/Pop Artist

Ari Lennox

Chlöe

Doja Cat

H.E.R.

Jazmine Sullivan

Mary J. Blige

Summer Walker

Best Male R&b/Pop Artist

Blxst

Chris Brown

Givēon

Lucky Daye

The Weeknd

Wizkid

Yung Bleu

Best Group

Silk Sonic

Chlöe X Halle

City Girls

Lil Baby & Lil Durk

Migos...

H.E.R., already a regular on the Grammy stage, returned to the awards show Sunday to perform an all-star medley at the Las Vegas ceremony with Lenny Kravitz, Travis Barker, and Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis joining the singer onstage.

The singer, born Gabriella Wilson, opened her blowout performance with a rendition of her song “Damage” alongside the legendary production duo of Jam and Lewis on bass and keytar. The producers also served as co-producers on the studio version of the single. From there, H.E.R. moseyed over to glitter-covered drums...

As music evolves, artists are oftentimes blurring the lines of genre. These days it’s fairly common to see musicians exploring different styles in order to reach their fullest creative potential. This year a handful of artists are nominated in multiple genres, and a few have a good shot at winning in a couple of them.

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This Oscar winner and four-time Grammy winner is nominated in three fields that could get her wins. First and perhaps most likely is R&b, where she is predicted to take home Best Traditional R&b Performance and is one of the front-runners for Best R&b Album. However, H.E.R. is also looking at a possible victory in the contemporary Christian music genre, where her song “Hold Us Together (Hope Mix)” with Tauren Wells is nominated. Wells...

The Recording Academy has unveiled more performers for the 64th Grammy Awards. Nominees Jon Batiste, Foo Fighters, H.E.R, Nas and Chris Stapleton will join previously announced Olivia Rodrigo, Brothers Osborne, BTS, Brandi Carlile, Billie Eilish and Lil Nas X with Jack Harlow. Additionally, Grammy winner Cynthia Erivo, current nominees Leslie Odom Jr. and Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler will perform during a special In Memoriam segment, featuring songs of Stephen Sondheim.

The second round of performers are nominated in the following categories:

Batiste received a leading 11 nominations this year: Record Of The Year (“Freedom”), Album Of The Year (We Are), Best Traditional R&b Performance (“I Need You”), Best R&b Album (We Are), Best Improvised Jazz Solo (“Bigger Than Us”), Best Jazz Instrumental Album (Jazz Selections: Music From And Inspired By Soul), Best American Roots Performance (“Cry”), Best American Roots Song (“Cry”), Best Score Soundtrack For Visual...

The Recording Academy has unveiled a second round of performers for the 64th annual Grammy Awards: nominees Jon Batiste, Foo Fighters, H.E.R., Nas, and Chris Stapleton, and, as revealed by Variety Wednesday night, a special In Memoriam performance featuring songs of Stephen Sondheim by Cynthia Erivo, Leslie Odom Jr., Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler.

The Grammys, again hosted by Trevor Noah, will be broadcast live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, April 3, 2022, at 8 p.m. Et/5 p.m. Pt on CBS and will be available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+.

Previously announced performers include Brothers Osborne, BTS, Brandi Carlile, Billie Eilish, Lil Nas X with Jack Harlow, and Olivia Rodrigo.

This year’s leading nominee Jon Batiste received 11 nominations including Record Of The Year (“Freedom”), Album Of The Year (“We Are”), Best Traditional R&b Performance (“I Need You”), Best...

With the 2022 Grammy Awards gradually approaching and the eligibility period nearing its last month (the deadline is August 31), who will be the most nominated artist this year? Achieving that can be both a blessing and a curse. The last two who topped the tally did well for themselves. In 2020 Lizzo racked up eight nominations, winning three. Then in 2021 we saw Beyoncé pick up nine nominations, especially impressive considering she didn’t even release an album that year; she ultimately won four awards and thus became the most awarded woman in Grammy history. However, Kendrick Lamar only won one award at the 2019 Grammys despite getting seven nominations, and Jay-Z and Rihanna both went zero-for-eight in 2018.

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Netflix has released a trailer for A Week Away, a new musical set to debut next month. The streaming service acquired the global rights to the movie last year, which comes from director Roman White, known for his music video work with artists such as Taylor Swift and Justin Bieber. For his upcoming feature, White partnered with comedy icon David Koechner and a young cast led by Kevin Quinn for a week at summer camp filled with music and romance.

The trailer kicks off with a troubled teen named Will Hawkins, played by Kevin Quinn, arriving for a week away at church camp. He is, as one might expect, not thrilled by the prospect. David Koechner then explains to him the meaning of the camp's name, "Aweegaway," which signals that some people are just a week away from an experience that can change their life. That's when Will meets Avery,...

“Best Shot” singer Jimmie Allen has recruited a high-powered guest list for his upcoming EP, a collaborative effort titled Bettie James. The project, which follows Allen’s 2018 debut album Mercury Lane, arrives via Stoney Creek/Broken Bow on July 10th.

Deriving its name from Allen’s late father James Allen and grandmother Bettie Snead, Bettie James spans seven tracks co-produced by Allen with Ash Bowers, and features a multi-generational group of guests. The track list has not been announced, but collaborators include Brad Paisley, Charley Pride, Tim McGraw, Darius Rucker,...

Get pumped, because the 2019 Grammy Awards are coming up! After last year's big wins for Bruno Mars and Kendrick Lamar (as well as a posthumous win for Carrie Fisher), this year's batch of hopefuls is sure to make for an amazing show. And since the number of nominees in the popular categories has been increased from five to eight, there are even more nominees to root for than usual! Get excited - the Grammys will air on Feb. 10.

Album Of The Year

Invasion of Privacy by Cardi B

Scorpion by Drake

H.E.R by H.E.R

Dirty Computer by Janelle Monae

Beerbongs & Bentleys by Post Malone

By the Way, I Forgive You by Brandi Carlile

Golden Hour by Kacey Musgraves

Black Panther: The Album feat. Kendrick Lamar

Record Of The Year

"I Like It" by Cardi B feat. Bad Bunny and J. Balvin

"The Joke" by Brandi Carlile...