Billboard magazine confirmed that the story of No Limit Records is coming to cable network BET. The five-part docuseries, titled “No Limit Chronicles”, will detail how rapper Percy “Master P” Miller’s label went from humble beginnings in the trunk of the rap mogul’s car to one of the most lucrative dynasties in hip hop history. Part one of the docuseries will air on July 29 with subsequent episodes to air every Wednesday evening on BET. “No Limit Chronicles” will feature contributions from Master P, Romeo Miller, Snoop Dogg, Silkk The Shocker, Mia X, Mystikal, Fiend and Mr. Serv-On.

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Bassist Stanley Clarke 69

Singer Billy Brown (The Moments/Ray, Goodman & Brown) 74

Singer Fantasia Barrino 36

Singer Richard Pratt (Blue Magic)

Remembering singer Florence Ballard (June 30, 1943-February 22, 1976-The Supremes)

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Yungeen Ace is an American hip hop artist from Jacksonville, FL. He’s currently signed to Cinematic Music Group.

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Joella is an R&B singer from New Jersey. She has opened for Ty Dolla $ign, Jeremih, Eric Bellinger and Sevyn Streeter, among others. “Break The Rules” is her latest single. The track also has an accompanying music video.

Congratulations to rapper Lil Baby are in order. His latest album, “My Turn”, tallies a fourth week at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, tying The Weeknd’s “After Hours” for the most weeks atop the list for any album released in 2020. “My Turn” earned 70,000 equivalent album units in the U.S during the week of June 25, according to Nielsen Music/MRC Data. The album, released via Quality Control Music/Motown/Capitol Records, has strung together three consecutive frames at No. 1. It captured its first week at No. on March 14. Among albums released in 2020, “My Turn” is now tied with “After Hours” for the most weeks at No. 1 with four. “After Hours” spent four weeks at No. 1 April 4-25. The Billboard 200 chart ranks the most popular albums of the week based on multi-metric consumption as measured by equivalent album units. Units comprise albums sales, track equivalent sales and streaming equivalent albums. The new July 4-dated chart will be posted on Billboard’s website tomorrow.

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Michael Ray Stevenson, known professionally as Tyga ( a backronym for Thank You God Always), is an American rapper/singer/songwriter/actor/television personality from Compton, CA. After several independent releases, Stevenson signed with Young Money Entertainment, Cash Money Records and Republic Records in 2008. His major label debut, “Careless World: Rise Of The Last King”, was released in 2011 and included the singles “Rack City”, “Faded”, featuring Lil Wayne, “Far Away”, featuring Chris Richardson, “Still Got It”, featuring Drake and “Make It Nasty.” He has also released the albums “Hotel California” (2013), “The Gold Album: 18th Dynasty” (2015), “BitchImTheShit2” (2017), “Kyoto” (2018) and “Legendary” (2019).

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Teeah is an East, London-based singer/songwriter who broke through with the single “Zengeh.” Her latest single, “Complete, a collaboration with Nigerian rap star Ice Prince, is take from her forthcoming debut EP, due out later this year.

Remembering singer Eva Narcissus aka Little Eva (June 29, 1943-April 10, 2003)

Singer Stedman Pearson (Five Star) 56

DJ/producer Joshua “DJ Shadow” Davis 48

Producers Davis Chris and Mr. Foster have taken center stage with their new single “Pretend.” The song is a collaboration with rising R&B singer Athena Poulous, and is included on their latest album entitled “50/50.” The album was distributed by Empire and features special guest appearances by over 20 artists. For those unaware, Davis Chris and Mr. Foster have crafted hits for Day 26, Yo Gotti, Iggy Azalea, Boosie Badazz, Young Dolph and Project Pat. “Pretend” is perfect for summer. The production and Athena’s vocals fit perfectly as she reflects on the uncertain nature of her relationship. “Pretend” may become an anthem for women everywhere. Following the release of the singles “Can’t Refuse” and “Hope So”, Berlin-based R&B artist J. Lamotta has announced the release of her new EP “Brand New Choice” via Jakarta Records. The singer dazzles with a futuristic R&B sound utilizing synths and contemporary rhythms. The release of “Brand New Choice” celebrates her connection to Japan, where she has garnered a large fan base and recorded the songs. The EP is also the followup to her 2019 retro band album “Suzume.”

The 2020 BET Awards won’t take place in a theater, nor will there be a BET Experience. Instead, the cable channel will go virtual with Amanda Seales serving as hostess. BET announced that DaBaby, Megan Thee Stallion, Lil Wayne and Roddy Ricch will headline the show. Summer Walker, Future, Chole x Halle, Alicia Keys, Jennifer Hudson, SiR, Masego, Usher and Kane Brown will also be on hand for performances. The show will be broadcast on CBS and BET. Drake leads the nominations with six, while Megan and Roddy follow with five apiece.