Music News for Monday

JANET JACKSON TO LAUNCH VEGAS RESIDENCY THIS MAY: Janet Jackson announced that she will be launching her first-ever Las Vegas residency in May. Titled “Metamorphosis,” the show will kick off May 17th at Park Theater at Park MGM resort in Sin City and run until August. The show is described as journey through “the immensely private life” of Janet Jackson, as she shares her, “transformation from a young girl with self-esteem issues to global icon.” Through the show, she’ll share her path to empowerment, motherhood and activism, and, “encourage audiences to find their own light within themselves.” “Metamorphosis” will feature all her hits, deep cuts, “explosive” dance numbers, “electrifying” visuals and more – as well a special 30-year anniversary celebration of her global smash album “Rhythm Nation.” Tickets go on sale Saturday.

SHAKIRA SUMMONED BY SPANISH COURT TO ANSWER TAX EVASION CHARGES: A Spanish court investigating Shakira for possibly evading 14.5 million euros ($16.4 million) in taxes has called on the singer to testify in mid-June. Prosecutors charged the singer in December for not paying taxes in Spain between 2012 and 2014, when she lived mostly in the country despite having an official residence in Panama. Prosecutors also allege that the Colombian-born singer concealed her income through 14 companies in tax havens. Shakira’s Spanish public relations firm says the singer has settled all her debts with local tax authorities, but she will testify as required on June 12th at a court in Esplugues de Llobregat, the Barcelona suburb where Shakira lives with soccer player Gerard Piqu and the couple’s children.