New Music Friday, May 9th: Blake Shelton, Miley Cyrus, 98 Degree, Cake Palmer, Rose, Kid Coody, Tyra, and more

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Four legendary artists are gathering for a new tour, Queen! Four legends. 1st stage. Chaka Khan, Patty Bell, Gladys Knight and Stephanie Mills are united for this unforgettable tour, celebrating decades of timeless classics. The first war of the 11 City Tour begins in Las Vegas on May 9th and ends in Indianapolis on June 1st. The second leg, featuring nine additional performances, begins in Greensboro on September 19th and raps October 5th in Cleveland.

Academy of Country Music Awards It was held on May 8th and opened with a 12-minute all-start set to celebrate its 60th anniversary. The Academy’s highest honor was awarded to Rainey Wilson, giving it the coveted title for the second year in a row. The ACM nomination led the night with a total victory with five awards for the first time. The show, hosted by Reba McEntire, celebrated the biggest stars of country music and featured 16 performances.

Easy Day Foundation joins forces 2025 American Music Awards To honor the US military and veterans during Live Memorial Day, broadcast from Las Vegas. There are special on-show moments to celebrate veterans while raising funds for a variety of national and local organizations.

Bet Award Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the legendary music video countdown show 106 & Park With a special tribute. Former hosts AJ Calloway, Free, Julissa Bermudez, Keshia Chanté, Rocsi Diaz and Terrence J will be reunited on stage for the nostalgic celebration of the show that shaped a generation. The tribute features performances from Pervious Host and Mr. 106 & Park, Bow Wow, Amerie, B2K, Jim Jones, Mya, and TI. Glorilla, Mustard, Amelia, Anisia, Bossman Doe, Crime Mobubu, Karan.

Nominations have also been announced Bet Award. Kendrick Lamar has received 10 nominations for Doechii, Drake, Future and Glorilla, with six issues each, five Metro Boomin, five SZA, Arya Starr, Chris Brown, Lil Wayne, Maverick City Music, Playboi Carti, Teddy Swims and Tyler, three and four weeks of tie. The biggest night of culture Kevin Hart will be hosting BET on June 9th.

The Country Music Association has announced its 2025 CMA Foundation Music Teachers of Excellence classes, honoring 30 extraordinary educators across the country, celebrating the use of the power of music to change lives. Each recipient will receive a $5,000 award and is split evenly between personal use and classroom or program. Winners are also invited to participate in a year of professional development and involvement with CMA’s broader network, including CMA Fest and special access to CMA Awards. The class of 2025 will be celebrated at the red carpet gala in Nashville on September 10th.

Earlier this week, Hilary Duff, Jordana Brewster, Lauren London, Lori Harvey and more. Baby2Baby’s Mother’s Day celebration has been announced by Crate & Kids. The event supported families affected by the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. Baby2Baby’s ambassadors and supporters volunteered time to help distribute basic essentials to mothers and their children, and showered them with special gifts.

Blake Shelton has released his new album, Recreational use only It features a new duet with his wife Gwen Stefani. ET’s Cassie Dilaura spoke with Blake about his new album. “There’s a song from four or five years there. I collaborated with Gwen, and I collaborated with Craig Morgan and one of my heroes, John Anderson,” Blake said.

Plus, new music by Miley Cyrus, 98 degrees, Maren Morris, Keke Palmer, André3000, Rose, Tyra, The Weekun, Kariuchis, Kid Coodie and more!

Recreational use only – Blake Shelton