Recording Academy Honors was executive-produced by Massah David and Miatta Johnson, co-founders of MVD Inc.
Category: Soul/R & B
Cam Newton to Host Super Bowl Soulful Celebration on BET on Saturday, February 7, 2026
The Super Bowl Soulful Celebration returns for its 27th year with Cam Newton as host
The Isley Brothers To Receive Star On Hollywood Walk of Fame
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has announced that The Isley Brothers will receive the 2,834th star on Jan. 28
Ye Receives Zero Percent Publishing From One Of His Earliest Hits
One of Ye’s (Kanye West) most recognizable songs, “Through the Wire,” from his first album, earns him no money from publishing
From Temple to W&W: Aliya Crawford on 35 Years of Entertainment PR, Building Legendary Brands & Breaking Barriers: My Friends Are Better Than Yours
Aaliyah Crawford is Senior Vice President at W&W Public Relations and newly elected Vice President of the Recording Academy’s Philadelphia Chapter
‘John Legend: An Evening of Songs and Stories’ at NJPAC, Tuesday, April 21st
This special concert will feature John Legend performing intimate renditions of his greatest hits, including “All of Me,” “Ordinary People,” and “Tonight,” along with fan favorites from his impressive career of over 20 years
Q Parker – Put It On
Q Parker officially ushers in 2026 with the release of his new single
Alvin Garrett – Roll Slide Roll
GRAMMY®-nominated songwriter and recording artist, Alvin Garrett, unveils the premiere of his sultry new music video, “Roll Slide Roll.”
2026 Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival Takes Place March 7–8
Hosted by the City of Miami Gardens and produced by the Black Promoters Collective, Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival, recognized as one of the best festivals in the country by Newsweek and named Best Music Festival for 2025 by Miami New Times
‘Love Calls’ KEM Once Again As He Revives Kemistry Records
Kem started his career with Kemistry Records, and after 23 years with Motown, he scores a No. 1 hit, once again, on his Kemistry label
THE HARDWOOD CLASSIC 2026 Takes Place at Atlanta Metropolitan State College January 17, 2026
THE HARDWOOD CLASSIC 2026 is a high-energy experience where sport meets culture
VanVan – THATS MY BESTIE ft. Heiress Harris
THAT’S MY BESTIE” by VanVan featuring Heiress Harris brings pure fun, energy, and friendship vibes from start to finish
Pharrell Williams, Brandy, Kirk Franklin To Be Honored During GRAMMYS Week In 2026
The Recording Academy’s Black Music Collective will honor Pharrell Williams, Brandy and Kirk Franklin during next year’s GRAMMYS Week
BET Launches BET Holiday House
This digital BET Holiday House brings together the best of BET for the season: live-streamed entertainment, laugh-out-loud moments, curated gift guides, signature cocktail inspo, and festive content to keep your holidays lit from anywhere.
DJ Cassidy’s ‘Pass The Mic Live!’ at Kia Forum on February 14, 2026
“I was born and raised in New York City, but I have lived in Los Angeles for many years, so to finally debut ‘Pass The Mic Live!’ in LA is a dream come true,” explains DJ Cassidy.
