This Week In Good Black News: Mary J. Blige Is Taking Vegas, Bruno Mars Is Going Global, and Culture Makers Are Making History
This week’s Good Black News is all about celebration, legacy, and moments that make the culture proud.
From a music icon finally landing a Las Vegas residency to a superstar announcing one of the biggest global tours of the year, Black artistry is flexing big. Add in record-breaking tech milestones, history-making livestream moments, and business expansion moves that hit at the intersection of culture and community and you’ve got a lineup worth smiling about.
Get into this week’s Good Black News.
Mary J. Blige Announces Her First-Ever Las Vegas Residency
The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul is bringing her catalog to Sin City like only she can.
After decades of shaping R&B and modern soul, Mary J. Blige is launching her first Las Vegas residency, "Mary J. Blige: My Life, My Story," at Dolby Live at Park MGM in May and July 2026.
The announcement shows that even after decades at the top, she still has goals she’s ready to conquer.
Bruno Mars Announces Massive Global Stadium Run
After years of sold-out residencies and wait-for-it world-wide anticipation, Bruno Mars is hitting the road like never before. He just announced "The Romantic Tour," his first full global stadium tour in nearly a decade, covering North America, Europe, and beyond in support of his forthcoming fourth studio album, "The Romantic."
The run kicks off in Las Vegas and touches major cities around the world, which is a massive moment for one of music’s most versatile entertainers.
Kyrie Irving Helps LaRussell Break Digital Album Purchase World Record
NBA All-Star Kyrie Irving is helping push culture forward off the court too.
He teamed up with artist LaRussell to break a world record for digital album purchases on the platform EVEN, which is a milestone that underscores how Black creators and athletes are reshaping music consumption and fan engagement in the digital age.
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iShowSpeed Makes History as First Creator to Stream Inside the Pyramids
Streamer iShowSpeed took “going live” to a whole new level — literally.
He became the first creator to stream from inside the pyramids of Giza, a cultural and historical milestone for content creation.
This moment is a big deal for representation in spaces where Black creators haven’t traditionally been centered, proving that digital influence can intersect with global heritage and exploration.
Megan Thee Stallion Opens Popeyes in Miami Beach
The Houston Hottie is adding boss moves to her resume.
Megan Thee Stallion marked the opening of her new Popeyes location in Miami Beach with a ribbon-cutting celebration, blending community investment with mainstream fandom.
