
Legendary Hip-Hop rapper and producer Dr. Dre, born Andre Romelle Young, will be honored for his contributions to music by the American Society of Composers, Authors & Publishers (ASCAP) at a ceremony taking place later this month. READ MORE FOR THENOIREFFECT

Legendary music icon and Motown alum, Stevie Wonder, celebrates a major milestone in his long storied life. READ MORE FOR THENOIREFFECT

Usher Raymond, the spectacular entertainer, singer-songwriter, producer, and sometimes actor, will release his highly anticipated and delayed album Raymond vs Raymond tomorrow to eager fans. READ MORE FOR THENOIREFFECT

The legendary musical genius, singer-songwriter and composer, Stevie Wonder, was awarded today with one of France’s top cultural honors, which the mega-star dedicated to the memory of his deceased mother who passed in 2006. READ MORE FOR THENOIREFFECT

Stevie Wonder has been added as a headliner for the world’s largest greenfield music festival. READ MORE FOR THENOIREFFECT

UNCF – the United Negro College Fund announced their 2010 Award of Excellence recipient and An Evening of Stars honoree would be the legendary singer-songwriter and producer Lionel Richie announced . READ MORE FOR THENOIREFFECT

The BET Honors were taped last night in Washington, D.C. last night and there were highlights galore. READ MORE FOR THENOIREFFECT

Motown founder Berry Gordy will be making a rare trip back home to celebrate the 50th anniversary of his founding of Motown Records in a star studded event. READ MORE FOR THENOIREFFECT