Music

Don Toliver Hits the Ice: Grammy-Nominated Star Makes Racing Debut at FAT Ice Race 2026

By NEW YORK TREND / May 3, 2026 / Comments Off on Don Toliver Hits the Ice: Grammy-Nominated Star Makes Racing Debut at FAT Ice Race 2026

Multi-platinum artist Don Toliver traded the stage for the driver’s seat in a headline-making moment at the 2026 FAT Ice Race, marking an unexpected but buzzy crossover between music and motorsport. Held February 27–28 in Big Sky, Montana, the high-energy event—hosted by FAT International and led by entrepreneur Ferdi Porsche—brought together elite drivers, designers, and…

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Bill Withers’ Classic Albums Released For Limited-Edition Vinyl Revival in Reissue Campaign

By NEW YORK TREND / May 1, 2026 / Comments Off on Bill Withers’ Classic Albums Released For Limited-Edition Vinyl Revival in Reissue Campaign

A new chapter is unfolding for the timeless catalog of Bill Withers, as all nine of his studio albums are set to be reissued on limited-edition colored vinyl over the next two years through Music On Vinyl. The ambitious campaign celebrates the enduring legacy of one of soul music’s most influential voices, introducing his work…

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The 2026 Gilmore International Piano Festival Brings the World’s Pianists to Kalamazoo

By Ann Brown / February 22, 2026 / Comments Off on The 2026 Gilmore International Piano Festival Brings the World’s Pianists to Kalamazoo

From April 30 to May 10, 2026, Kalamazoo, Michigan, will become a mecca for piano lovers as the Irving S. Gilmore International Piano Festival returns with its first annual edition, transforming the city into a celebration of both classical and jazz piano artistry. Over 11 days, the Festival will feature more than 75 events, ranging…

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The Second and Final Season of HBO’s ‘Like Water for Chocolate’ Arrives Feb. 15, Promising Passion, Magic, and Family Drama

By Ann Brown / February 6, 2026 / Comments Off on The Second and Final Season of HBO’s ‘Like Water for Chocolate’ Arrives Feb. 15, Promising Passion, Magic, and Family Drama

HBO Latino and HBO Max will bring audiences the second and final season of the critically acclaimed drama series Like Water for Chocolate starting February 15, at 8:00 p.m. ET. Executive produced by Salma Hayek Pinault’s Ventanarosa Productions, the six-episode season will release new episodes weekly, culminating in the finale on March 22. Based on…

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Bootsy Collins Releases Soul-Stirring New Single ‘Is Anybody Out There?’ and Sparks National Awareness Campaign

By Ann Brown / December 19, 2025 / Comments Off on Bootsy Collins Releases Soul-Stirring New Single ‘Is Anybody Out There?’ and Sparks National Awareness Campaign

Legendary musician Bootsy Collins has unveiled his powerful new single, “Is Anybody Out There?”, now available via Roc Nation. Known for his unmistakable style and deep-rooted soul, Bootsy delivers a track that is both musically rich and emotionally raw — a heartfelt call for connection in a world where many feel unseen or unheard. The…

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‘Next Gen Funk!’: Digital Underground’s Chopmaster J Teams Up with Son S.O.T.U. to Drop First New Music in 20+ Years

By Ann Brown / December 15, 2025 / Comments Off on ‘Next Gen Funk!’: Digital Underground’s Chopmaster J Teams Up with Son S.O.T.U. to Drop First New Music in 20+ Years

Digital Underground co-founder Jimi “Chopmaster J” Dright is ushering in a new chapter of the group’s legacy—and he’s doing it with family. The veteran producer and musician has teamed up with his son, S.O.T.U. (Son of the Underground), to launch a fresh wave of music under their collaborative banner, D.U.Nx.G. (Digital Underground Next Generation). Together,…

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Afrobeat Star Vic Lucas Returns with ‘Call On Me,’ Blending Soul, Faith, and Resilience in a Powerful Comeback

By NEW YORK TREND / December 4, 2025 / Comments Off on Afrobeat Star Vic Lucas Returns with ‘Call On Me,’ Blending Soul, Faith, and Resilience in a Powerful Comeback

Afrobeat singer-songwriter Vic Lucas is stepping back into the industry with renewed purpose, a fresh sound, and a story that’s as gripping as the rhythms he’s built his career upon. After several years out of the spotlight, the Nigerian-born, South Africa–raised artist has announced his upcoming single Call On Me, a heartfelt preview of his…

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Slick Rick & Idris Elba Unite for ‘Badman Generation,’ a Cinematic Return to South London Roots

By NEW YORK TREND / November 29, 2025 / Comments Off on Slick Rick & Idris Elba Unite for ‘Badman Generation,’ a Cinematic Return to South London Roots

Hip-hop luminary Slick Rick and award-winning multi-hyphenate Idris Elba have unveiled “Badman Generation,” the new bonus track and music video from Rick’s visual album VICTORY. Directed by Meji Alabi, the release expands the cinematic universe of the project while honoring the pair’s shared South London roots. Recorded at Elba’s 7WALLACE Studios, “Badman Generation” marks the…

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Morgan Heritage’s Mojo Morgan Honors Legacy and Homeland with New Solo EP ‘Jamaica Love’

By NEW YORK TREND / November 18, 2025 / Comments Off on Morgan Heritage’s Mojo Morgan Honors Legacy and Homeland with New Solo EP ‘Jamaica Love’

Grammy-winning artist and founding member of reggae powerhouse Morgan Heritage, Mojo Morgan, has released his highly anticipated solo EP, Jamaica Love. The project, his first since the passing of his brother and bandmate Peetah Morgan, pays tribute to family, culture, and the island that shaped their global sound. Raised in the heartbeat of reggae, Mojo…

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Black Public Media Launches $9 Million Campaign to Protect and Propel Black Storytelling

By NEW YORK TREND / November 1, 2025 / Comments Off on Black Public Media Launches $9 Million Campaign to Protect and Propel Black Storytelling

Black Public Media (BPM), the Harlem-based national nonprofit dedicated to amplifying Black voices in film and media, is fighting back against the growing threat of cultural erasure. Following a $1.8 million cut to its annual federal funding, BPM has launched the Black Stories Production Fund — a bold, nationwide fundraising effort to raise $9 million…

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