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Bria Cheri Nominated for Vocalist of the Year – R&B Soul at the 12th Annual Josie Music Awards

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3 months ago

July 28, 2026

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Queens R&B Artist to Be Honored September 20 at the Grand Ole Opry House

Rising R&B and soul artist Bria Cheri has been officially nominated for Vocalist of the Year – R&B Soul at the 12th Annual Josie Music Awards, set to take place on September 20 at the world-famous Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee.

Widely recognized as the largest independent music awards show in the world, the Josie Music Awards celebrate exceptional talent across every genre of independent music. Receiving a nomination places Bria Cheri among an elite group of artists whose dedication, artistry, and passion continue to elevate the independent music community.

Known for her soulful vocals, heartfelt performances, and authentic connection with audiences, Bria Cheri has steadily built a reputation as one of today’s exciting voices in contemporary R&B and soul. Her music blends powerful storytelling with emotional depth, creating songs that resonate with listeners while showcasing her remarkable vocal ability.

Born and raised on the Southside of Jamaica, Queens, New York, Bria Cheri is a singer-songwriter, musician, dancer, and aspiring actress whose love for music began at age three, when her mother introduced her to piano. She writes her own material, drawing on influences that include Aaliyah and Chaka Khan, and her catalog includes the albums and EPs Before the Music, Silent Siren Vol. 1, and Phoenix, along with her recent single “Boy Toy.”

“This nomination is an incredible honor,” said Bria Cheri. “To be recognized by the Josie Music Awards alongside so many talented independent artists is truly humbling. I’m grateful to everyone who has supported my journey and believed in my music.”

Bria Cheri’s Vocalist of the Year – R&B Soul nomination stands as a well-earned milestone in a career built on artistry, authenticity, and an unmistakable voice – and September 20 at the Grand Ole Opry House will be a night to watch.

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Kylie Jenner Launches Khy “After Dark,” a 16-Piece Winter Collection Inspired by L.A. Nights

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6 days ago

October 27, 2026

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Kylie Jenner’s fashion label Khy has its winter moment. The brand launched “Khy After Dark,” a 16-piece eveningwear collection, worldwide on Tuesday (October 27), sold exclusively through the brand’s own web store at khy.com.

The capsule is built for the hours after sunset. Khy describes the drop as inspired by Los Angeles after hours — “a love letter to L.A. nights” — and Jenner echoed the theme in her launch post: “LA nights have always been such a big part of my inspiration and i loved bringing that feeling into this collection.” The lineup leans into moody, after-dark glamour: sculpted tailoring, plush faux fur, layered knitwear, oversized bombers and animal-print accents across coats, dresses, cardigans and tops. The standout piece is the floor-sweeping Marmont Sculpted Coat. The campaign, photographed by Quentin de Briey in the Los Angeles hills, puts Jenner herself in the collection’s statement outerwear against the city lights.

After Dark also underlines how Khy does business. Rather than running on traditional celebrity endorsements, the label operates through designer collaborations, partnering with creative founders and peer brands — including footwear label Gia Borghini and Francesca Aiello’s Frankies Bikinis — to merge their aesthetics with Jenner’s vision. The winter drop keeps up a rapid release cadence: earlier this year Khy expanded into warm-weather staples with the silk-and-jersey “Dear Summer, Love Khy” line, then returned to swim with Frankies Bikinis on their second collaborative capsule, “Fever Dream.”

The timing is deliberate. The launch caps a headline week for Jenner, who made her runway debut at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show on October 18 wearing the $50 million Jacob & Co. diamond Fantasy Bra — and now channels that fashion spotlight straight into her own label. Khy After Dark is available now at khy.com.