Leon Bridges returns with Happiness Anytime, his fifth studio album, released via Columbia Records. Moving away from the slower, introspective mood of his previous album Leon, the 12-track set is an upbeat, vibrant invitation to hit the dancefloor. The album features just one guest appearance, British singer-songwriter Lydia Kitto on “All Day, All Night" but is moving nonetheless. From the Afrobeat-infused soul of silky, funky opener “Light The Way” to the Paul Simon-inspired “Tears of Joy” and the seductive, slow-burning “Your Love Is Electric,” Bridges explores fresh grooves while keeping his soulful voice front and center.

Savannah James and longtime friend and business partner April McDaniel may be building businesses together, but they don’t necessarily travel the same way. During an episode of Mental Wealth, the women discussed their different financial lifestyles, including how James flies first class while McDaniel typically chooses a more budget-conscious option. McDaniel recalled an instance when she left her business-class seat to spend time with James in first class, a moment that later drew attention online. The friends acknowledged that their financial circumstances are different, but said it hasn’t created tension in their relationship or business partnership. McDaniel, founder of Crown and Conquer and co-founder of Everybody’s Crazy, said social media creates misconceptions about wealth. The pair have been friends for 15 years and now operate ventures under their Signed holding company.

YouTuber Adam22 has accused rapper and boxer Chrisean Rock of drinking alcohol and using drugs while pregnant with her son, Chrisean Jr., whom she shares with Blueface. During a recent livestream, Adam questioned Rock’s parenting and claimed, without confirmation, that Junior may have fetal alcohol syndrome. Rock denied the allegations and threatened to sue Adam for slander. Adam said he would welcome a lawsuit, claiming it would allow him to seek her medical records and messages related to her pregnancy during discovery. Blueface has also previously accused Rock of substance use while pregnant. Rock maintains that Junior has never been diagnosed with cognitive or physical disabilities. During an August appearance on The Jason Lee Show, she said he receives physical therapy and is developing normally.

Jasmine Guy is pushing back against online criticism of her appearance following her return as Whitley Gilbert in Netflix’s A Different World revival. Guy reunited with Kadeem Hardison, Darryl M. Bell and Cree Summer, delighting longtime fans, while others compared her current appearance with her younger self from the original series. In a Sept. 27 Instagram post, the 64-year-old actor addressed the scrutiny, saying the internet can be harsh toward women as they age. Guy acknowledged that growing older brings changes but emphasized that beauty, style and happiness have no expiration date. She encouraged people to stop judging themselves and others and instead focus on love, creating memories and enjoying life. Fans and celebrity friends, including Tina Knowles and Tatyana Ali, responded with messages praising Guy’s beauty and grace.

Jamaican dancehall star Shenseea has surpassed 1.5 billion views on YouTube, becoming the first Jamaican female artist to reach the milestone just days before her 30th birthday. Her channel has benefited from hits including “Hit & Run” with Masicka, which has more than 201 million views, “Lighter” with Tarrus Riley at over 137 million, and “Blessed” featuring Tyga with more than 75 million. Her breakthrough came in 2016 with “Loodi” featuring Vybz Kartel, which has exceeded 53 million views. Other popular releases include “Rebel,” “The Side Chick Song,” “Love I Got for U” and “Waistline.” Her broader YouTube impact extends beyond her own channel, including Moliy’s “Shake It to the Max (Fly)” remix featuring Shenseea and Skillibeng, which has surpassed 312 million views.

R&B singer Jacquees was arrested Sunday morning in Hollywood, Florida, after police found him passed out inside a pickup truck, authorities said. Hollywood police received a call shortly before 8 a.m. about a person unconscious inside a vehicle near North 62nd Avenue and Hollywood Boulevard. Officers identified the man as 32-year-old Rodriguez Jacquees Broadnax, known professionally as Jacquees, who was asleep inside a white Jeep Gladiator. According to an arrest report, Jacquees did not respond when an officer repeatedly tapped on the driver’s side window. Firefighters also attempted to wake him by shaking the vehicle before eventually breaking the truck’s right front window to reach him. Police said Jacquees became combative while being transported to a hospital and punched an officer in the arm when the officer attempted to prevent him from leaving the ambulance. The officer reportedly struck Jacquees in the face with his forearm as he resisted being placed on a stretcher. Jacquees was ultimately arrested on charges of DUI, resisting an officer without violence and battery on an officer, firefighter or EMT. He was initially held at the Broward County Main Jail on a $3,500 bond, though his name was no longer listed in the online jail database shortly before noon Monday. The Atlanta native is known for R&B hits including “B.E.D.” and “You.”

Rick Ross’ former girlfriend Jazzma Kendrick has accused the rapper of physically assaulting her, alleging that he treated her like a “punching bag.” Over the weekend, the 39-year-old influencer shared a message from a follower complimenting her appearance and referencing what the person believed Ross saw in her. Kendrick responded, “He saw a punching bag,” before posting a close-up photo of her face that she claimed was taken on the day Ross allegedly “busted” her lip and the day she left the relationship. Kendrick also shared an image showing a bloody injury to her upper lip and made further allegations about the alleged incident. “I don’t know a lot of things, but I do know that a man that puts his hands on me, is a man that never loved me and never will,” she wrote. She later thanked people who contacted her following the allegations, saying the alleged abuse occurred about a month ago and that she has begun “healing.” Ross, whose real name is William Leonard Roberts II, has not publicly responded to Kendrick’s claims. The allegations come after Ross and Kendrick publicly confirmed their relationship in August 2025. Although Kendrick announced their breakup the following month, the pair had reportedly reconciled by June 2026 and made their red carpet debut together at the 2026 BET Awards. It remains unclear when they separated again. Following Kendrick’s allegations, Ross posted videos from a Miami Dolphins home game and footage of his Florida home. Page Six reported that it contacted Ross’ representative for comment but had not received an immediate response.

The Mighty Sparrow, the legendary calypso singer who helped bring the Caribbean genre to international audiences beginning in the 1950s, has died at 91. Born Slinger Francisco in Grenada in July 1935, he died peacefully in New York surrounded by family following a brief illness, according to a statement from his relatives. Francisco moved with his parents to Trinidad and Tobago as a young child, where he developed the Mighty Sparrow persona and launched a career that would span six decades. His family described him as an institution who was admired for his talent as a singer, songwriter and mentor. Sparrow recorded hundreds of songs and became known for combining infectious rhythms with sharp humor and social commentary. His celebrated recordings included “Jean and Dinah,” “Both of Them,” “Congo Man,” “Mr. Walker” and “The Lizard.” His music also addressed political and historical subjects, including Trinidad and Tobago’s independence, Martin Luther King Jr. and Cold War-era tensions between the United States and Soviet Union. He performed internationally, including at Madison Square Garden, and helped celebrate Toronto’s Caribana festival with his 1972 song “Toronto Mas.” Sparrow’s death prompted tributes from political leaders and cultural institutions across the Caribbean and beyond. Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad Bissessar called him an important part of the nation’s cultural soundtrack, while Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness said his music became part of Caribbean life for generations. Trinidad and Tobago honored Sparrow with national awards, and the University of the West Indies awarded him an honorary Doctor of Letters in 1987. Cultural historian Rudolph Ottley described Sparrow as a “supreme entertainer” and cultural revolutionary whose influence helped advance calypso worldwide.

Buffalo-born, Atlanta-based rapper Che Noir has released “Urban Essence,” the first single from her upcoming album It Takes A Village, due October 23. Produced by Mobb Deep’s Havoc and featuring Hawaiian emcee/producer/singer The Uce, the track connects generations of raw New York hip-hop with a verbal assault from Che Noir that's highly personal and also reflective of her growth, parenthood, and life experiences while showcasing a new perspective on her artistry.